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AC155A-R2 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
Compact CAT5 Audio/Video Receiver Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) Electrical Safety Statement INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. A: B: C: D: E: Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
AC155A-R2 Contents 1. Introduction ..............................................................................page 5 1.1 General ................................................................................page 5 1.2 Features ...............................................................................page 5 2. Installation .................................................................................page 6 3. Configuration & Operation........................................................
Compact CAT5 Audio/Video Receiver 1. Introduction 1.1 General The Model AC155A-R2 is a Receiver designed to be the counterpart for the Models AC154A-2 and AC154A-8 Splitters. It converts the CAT5 signals sent from the Splitter back to standard VGA video and audio for connection to standard VGA monitor and PC speakers. The device is housed in a compact shielded enclosure and includes a HD15 connector for the monitor, 3.
AC155A-R2 2. Installation 1. At the sending end, connect the AC 154A-2 or AC154A-8 to the CPU and local monitor and keyboard per instructions given in their User’s Manual. Figure 2.1 Figure 2.2 Figure 2.3 2. Using Category-5 cable, connect the output of the Splitter to the AC155A-R2 Receiver’s UTP IN connector (see Figure 2.2) 3. Connect a monitor and powered speakers to the Receiver’s VGA and AUDIO OUT connectors. 4. Attach the supplied power supply to the box and plug it in the AC power outlet.
Compact CAT5 Audio/Video Receiver CAUTION Before plugging in your remote monitor, verify that the AC line is properly wired and that a protective ground (green) wire is established with NO potential difference between both the sender and Receiver locations (The UTP Splitter can tolerate up to 5 v peakto-peak ground noise between the two locations) . Failure to ensure good grounding can result in erratic operation and possible shock hazards with severe damage to your equipment.
AC155A-R2 3. Configuration & Operation The only thing that requires configuration on the AC155A-R2 is the COMPENSATION setting. Please refer to Figure 2.2 for the location of the potentiometer. The pot is recessed and you need a small screwdriver to adjust it. The adjustment range of the pot is from fully CCW (minimum compensation; good to distances of 0 to 100 feet) to fully CW (max compensation for 1,000 feet).
Compact CAT5 Audio/Video Receiver 4. Troubleshooting 4.1 Problem Solving FAQ 1. Fuzzy, blurry, or ghosting image at remote location If you have a stable image but it looks somewhat blurry, make sure that you have set the Receiver unit’s compensation pot correctly. Also check table 3.1 to see that you have not exceeded the maximum cable length recommendation. If you still have a fuzzy image, try reducing the refresh rate and/or resolution of the PC. 2.
AC155A-R2 the PC. If the PC does not produce an image due to this, either connect a monitor to the local VGA output port, or disable the plug-and-play monitor detection in the PC’s operating system. 5. Faint shadows or ghosts at the remote monitor The Splitter at the sending end has multiple RJ45 output connectors. When a long CAT5 cable is plugged in any of the outputs, the Splitter expects a Receiver at the other end for proper termination.
Compact CAT5 Audio/Video Receiver 5. Specifications Compliance CE; FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A, IC Class Standards VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, or UXGA video Interfaces Video: VGA; CAT5: Non-Standard Supported Video Types VGA through UXGA, RGBS, or RGsB (sync on green) Resolution & Refresh Rate Up to 1920 x 1440 non-interlaced at 60 Hz Bandwidth Video: DC to 250 MHz, Audio: 20 Hz to 10 KHz Video Level 0.
AC155A-R2 MTBF 200,000 hours (calculated estimate) Power From utility-power (mains) outlet, through included universal (100~240V) external power supply. Output Voltage: 6v DC Center-Positive, Current requirements: 300 ma minimum Size 1.22"H x 4.16"W x 2.60"D Shipping Weight 1.
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