Altinex CAT-5 Receiver Card PE1004CF User Manual Download Page 4

SPECIAL APPLICATION

400-0210-001

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ABOUT YOUR PE1004CF

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PE1004CF

CAT-5 RECEIVER CARD FOR 
PIONEER PLASMA EXPANSION

The 

PE1004CF

CAT-5  Receiver Card is designed 

to receive RGBHV/YPbPr  video and audio signals 
over twisted pair (CAT-5) type cable. The encoded 
CAT-5 signals are Altinex Standard Audio+ Video 
signals  from a compatible transmitter such as the 
Altinex DA1930CT. The 

PE1004CF

installs directly 

into the plasma monitor and converts the signals
into Pioneer compatible inputs.

The 

PE1004CF

has three twisted pair audio+video 

inputs

and 

one 

RGBHV

input 

with an 

accompanying stereo audio input.  Additionally, the 

PE1004CF

provides a buffered audio and video 

local output and a CAT-5 distribution output. Any 
one  of the four inputs may be selected  at  a time. 
The 

PE1004CF

is compatible with video resolutions 

VGA through UXGA.

The unit offers hardware and software video 
equalization for transmission lengths up to 400 
feet. The video equalization works in conjunction 
with the video equalization on the transmitter and 
the quality of CAT-5 cable.

Audio transmitted over the CAT-5 cable is decoded 
and then output on the audio output jack, as well as 
distributed on the CAT-5 output. The audio output 
follows the selected video input line.

The

plasma monitor’s

internal controls allow 

selection of the

PE1004CF

default inputs, or the 

PE1004CF

input to the monitor may be controlled 

via standard RS-232  communication. Available 
commands allow input selection to any of the three 
expansion inputs.

The  HelpInside™ feature allows programmers to 
have access to command structures and control of 
the 

PE1004CF

from any terminal using the [HELP] 

command.  In conjunction with Altinex’s unique 
command structure, HelpInside™

provides 

easier-than-ever control of the 

PE1004CF

CAT-5 

Receiver with simple keyboard commands. No 
typing of long keyboard strings is necessary.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

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FEATURES/
DESCRIPTION

PE1004CF

GENERAL
Input Connectors

CAT-5 Video+ Audio

RJ-45-female (3)

Audio, Stereo Unbalanced

3.5mm female (1)

Video, RGBHV

15-pin HD female (1)

RS-232

3-pin terminal block (1)

Output Connectors

CAT-5 Video+ Audio

RJ-45-female (1)

Audio, Stereo, Unbalanced

3.5mm female (1)

Video, RGBHV

15-pin HD Female (1)

Compatibility

Video

VGA through UXGA

Audio

Stereo Audio

Table 1.

PE1004CF

General

MECHANICAL

PE1004CF

Panel Material

0.047” Aluminum

Panel Finish

Black

Weight

0.5lb (0.23 kg)

T° Operating

10°C to 35°C

T° Maximum

0°C to 50°C

Humidity

90% non-condensing

MTBF (calc.)

40,000 hrs

Table 2. 

PE1004CF

Mechanical

ELECTRICAL

PE1004CF

Inputs

CAT-5/6 UTP Input

Video/Sync/Audio Signals

Altinex Standard

Video, Analog

75 Ohms

Video, Sync

10k Ohms, TTL

Audio, Stereo, Unbalanced

1Vp-p Max

Outputs

CAT-5/6 UTP Output

Video/Sync/Audio Signals

Altinex Standard

Video, Analog

75 Ohms

Video, Sync

75 Ohms, TTL

Audio, Stereo, Unbalanced

1Vp-p Max

75 Ohms or Audio IN

RS-232 Control

9600 Baud

ASCII Characters

Table 3. 

PE1004CF

Electrical

Summary of Contents for CAT-5 Receiver Card PE1004CF

Page 1: ...SPECIAL APPLICATION MANUAL PART NUMBER 400 0210 001 PE1004CF CAT 5 RECEIVER CARD FOR PIONEER PLASMA EXPANSION USER S GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...IONS 3 DESCRIPTION OF PE1004CF 4 APPLICATION DIAGRAMS 4 DIAGRAM 1 INPUT SELECTION 4 DIAGRAM 2 TYPICAL SETUP 5 DIAGRAM 3 INTERNAL VIEW 6 DIAGRAM 4 SWITCH SETTINGS 7 INSTALLING YOUR PE1004CF 8 OPERATION 8 RS 232 CONTROL 8 DESCRIPTION OF COMMANDS 8 SUMMARY OF COMMANDS 11 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 11 NO DISPLAY 11 NO SOUND 11 ALTINEX POLICY 12 LIMITED WARRANTY RETURN POLICY 12 CONTACT INFORMATION 12 ...

Page 3: ... HANDLING Handle the PE1004CF carefully Dropping or jarring can damage the card The PE1004CF contains components that are sensitive to electro static discharge ESD Always use ESD safety precautions when touching the card 1 5 FCC CE NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 th...

Page 4: ...t to the monitor may be controlled via standard RS 232 communication Available commands allow input selection to any of the three expansion inputs The HelpInside feature allows programmers to have access to command structures and control of the PE1004CF from any terminal using the HELP command In conjunction with Altinex s unique command structure HelpInside provides easier than ever control of th...

Page 5: ...AL INPUT SELECTION In order to force an input on the PE1004CF to a specific expansion input on the plasma monitor it is necessary to select the desired plasma monitor input number first Then use the RS 232 ASCII command IN to switch the PE1004CF to its desired input View Source From PE1004CF On Plasma Input No Step 1 Select Plasma Input Step 2 Send to PE1004CF CAT 5 Input 1 3 3 IN1 CAT 5 Input 2 3...

Page 6: ...SPECIAL APPLICATION 400 0210 001 5 DIAGRAM 2 TYPICAL SETUP TYPICAL APPLICATION RS 232 DA1930CT DA1931CT DA1930CT DA1930CT PE1004CF ...

Page 7: ... HD RGBHV Y Pb Pr RS232 CAT5 PNP VIDEO INPUT 1 PAIRS 1 2 3 of UTP SIGNAL DETECT CONTROL CONTROL RS232 TO RS232 3P TB RX TX TTL RS232 CAT5 VIDEO OUTPUT 3 5mm STEREO AUDIO EDGE CONNECTOR STEREO AUDIO CONTROL CONTROL SYNC OUTPUT VGA RGBHV 15P HD SYNC RGB YPbPr PAIR 4 PAIR1 2 3 MICRO CONTROLLER SYNC PROCESSING CONTROL CONTROL OUTPUT CAT5 RJ45 OUTPUT EDGE CONNECTOR EQ H W EQ S W VIDEO INPUT 2 PAIRS 1 2...

Page 8: ... SETTINGS SW2 EQUALIZATION EQ VIDEO EQUALIZATION Set SW2 to the HW position for hardware equalization Set SW2 to the SW position for software equalization HARDWARE CONTROL Install the jumper for default input POWER UP DEFAULT In this case CAT 5 Input 1 ...

Page 9: ...ill automatically be selected Step 12 Adjust the display properties for optimal image quality OPERATION 7 7 1 RS 232 CONTROL The PE1004CF has many advanced remote control capabilities which are accessible through standard RS 232 communication Actual controlling may be achieved using a computer control system or other device capable of sending RS 232 commands 7 1 1 RS 232 INTERFACE The RS 232 comma...

Page 10: ...d displays the firmware version and model number of the PE1004CF Command Format VERCi Ci Unit ID i from 0 to 99 Example Send the command VER and receive the following feedback PE1004CF 690 0207 001 PE1004CF Model Number 690 0207 001 Firmware Version 5 STATUS This command displays the status of the PE1004CF and includes the unit model number active input and video equalization level Command Format ...

Page 11: ...or adjustments using the and commands Command Format EQCi Ci Unit ID i from 0 to 99 Example Check the video equalization level to by sending the command EQ The system will return the following feedback for the previous example 150 10 This command increments a selected property in this case equalization to be adjusted using RS 232 control Command Format k Increment level by one step k Increment lev...

Page 12: ...ING GUIDE 8 We have carefully tested and have found no problems in the supplied PE1004CF However we would like to offer suggestions for the following 8 1 NO DISPLAY Cause 1 The source has a problem Solution Check the source and make sure that there is a signal present and all source connections are correct If the source is working and there is still no display see Cause 2 Cause 2 The correct input...

Page 13: ...estination amplifier is powered If there is still no sound see Solution 2 Solution 2 Set the volume of the destination amplifier to a reasonable level If there is still no sound call ALTINEX at 714 990 2300 ALTINEX POLICY 9 9 1 LIMITED WARRANTY RETURN POLICY Please see the Altinex website at www altinex com for details on warranty and return policy 9 2 CONTACT INFORMATION ALTINEX INC 592 Apollo St...

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