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DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS

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PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS

1

Please read this manual carefully before using your

DA1206RM

 Distribution Amplifier. Keep this

manual handy for future reference. These safety
instructions are to ensure the long life of your

DA1206RM 

and to prevent fire and shock hazard.

Please read them carefully and heed all warnings.

1.1 GENERAL

 Unauthorized personnel shall not open the unit

since there are high-voltage components inside.

 Qualified Altinex service personnel, or their

authorized representatives must perform all
service.

1.2 SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR THE RACK-

MOUNTING OF THE DA1206RM

 Maximum operating ambient temperature is 35

(degrees C).

 Never restrict the air flow through the devices’

fan or vents.

 When installing equipment into a rack, distribute

the units evenly. Otherwise, hazardous
conditions may be created by an uneven weight
distribution.

 Connect the unit to a properly rated supply

circuit.

 Reliable Earthing (Grounding) of Rack-Mounted

Equipment should be maintained.

1.3 INSTALLATION

 For best results, place the 

DA1206RM

Distribution Amplifier on a flat, level surface in a
dry area away from dust and moisture.

 To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this unit

to rain or moisture. Do not place the 

DA1206RM

Distribution Amplifier in direct sunlight, near
heaters or heat radiating appliances, or near any
liquid. Exposure to direct sunlight, smoke, or
steam can harm internal components.

 Handle the 

DA1206RM

 Distribution Amplifier

carefully. Dropping or jarring can damage
internal components.

 Do not place heavy objects on top of the

DA1206RM

. If the 

DA1206RM

 is to be mounted,

to a table or wall, use only Altinex made
mounting accessories (Rack Mount Shelf

DA1298FC

, Rack Mount Ears 

DA1299RM

) and

cables for optimum setup.

 To turn off the main power, be sure to remove

the cord from the power outlet. The power outlet
socket should be installed as close to the
equipment as possible, and should be easily
accessible.

 Do not pull power cord or any cable that is

attached to the 

DA1206RM

 Distribution

Amplifier.

 If the 

DA1206RM

 Distribution Amplifier is not

used for an extended period, disconnect the
power cord from the power outlet.

1.4 CLEANING

 Unplug the 

DA1206RM

 power cord before

cleaning. Clean surfaces with a dry cloth. Never
use strong detergents or solvents, such as
alcohol or thinner. Do not use a wet cloth or
water to clean the unit.

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) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

 This equipment has been tested and found to

comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation
of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the

Summary of Contents for DA1206RM

Page 1: ...DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS MANUAL PART NUMBER 400 0002 003 PRODUCT REVISION 1 DA1206RM 1 IN 2 OUT RGBS DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER USER S GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...ng audio visual installations at very competitive pricing We appreciate your selection of our products and are confident that you will join the ranks of our many satisfied customers throughout the world This manual covers DA1206RM 1 in 6 out RGBS high resolution video distribution amplifier TABLE OF CONTENTS Page PRECAUTIONS SAFETY WARNINGS 2 GENERAL 2 RACK MOUNT SAFETY GUIDELINES 2 INSTALLATION 2...

Page 3: ... Do not place heavy objects on top of the DA1206RM If the DA1206RM is to be mounted to a table or wall use only Altinex made mounting accessories Rack Mount Shelf DA1298FC Rack Mount Ears DA1299RM and cables for optimum setup To turn off the main power be sure to remove the cord from the power outlet The power outlet socket should be installed as close to the equipment as possible and should be ea...

Page 4: ... with various displays The DA1203RM Distribution Amplifier is a state of the art product with a video bandwidth of 350 MHz enabling it to remain transparent to the video signal passing through it Each output is individually buffered and is not affected by other output loading The DA1206RM offers an internal 90 140 200 240V power supply and can be rack mounted using optional hardware accessories DA...

Page 5: ...DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS 4 Vertical 47 180 Hz Power Internal Power Supply 90 140V 200 240V Table 3 DA1206RM Electrical DESCRIPTION OF DA1206RM 4 ...

Page 6: ... 4V sync level is used This should be considered as the default setting The 2V setting allows compatibility with some older equipment that would be overdriven if a stronger signal were used APPLICATION DIAGRAM 5 4 3 VIDEO LEVEL SWITCH The VIDEO LEVEL Switch can be set to either the standard 0 7V output or to 1 0V output When the switch is set in the 1 0V output position this provides approximately...

Page 7: ...cribed in Section no 4 There are no other adjustments necessary to operate the unit The DA1206RM will operate successfully as long as cables are attached properly and other technical specifications are followed ACCESSORIES 8 Model No Description TABLE MOUNT BRACKET TM1276 Table Mount Bracket for 2U High rack units RACK MOUNTING BRACKETS DA1298RM Rack Mount shelf for two units DA1299RM Rack Mount s...

Page 8: ...o positions 2V and 4V Most often a 4V Sync Level is used This should be considered as the default setting The 2V setting allows compatibility with some older equipment that would be overdriven if stronger signal is used 6 What should I This provides have when the Video Level switch is set in the 1 0V output position approximately a 35 increase in the video signal level This can be used in installa...

Page 9: ... receive the product that you have ordered and that this product fulfills your need In the unlikely event that an Altinex product needs to be returned please follow the policies below Altinex will accept product returns for a period of 30 days from authorized Altinex dealers Products must be returned in an unopened package If product has been opened the restocking fees will apply For the restockin...

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