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DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS

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PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS

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Please read this manual carefully before using
your 

DA1904SX

 Distribution Amplifier. Keep this

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

DA1904SX

 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 DA1904SX

 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 

DA1904SX

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

DA1904SX

 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 

DA1904SX

 Distribution Amplifier

carefully because dropping or jarring can
damage internal components.

 Do not place heavy objects on top of the

DA1904SX

. If the 

DA1904SX

 is to be

mounted to a table or wall, use only Altinex
made mounting accessories, such as mount
mini-brackets 

DA1295SX 

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 the power cord or any cable that is

attached to the 

DA1904SX

 Distribution

Amplifier.

 If the 

DA1904SX

 Distribution Amplifier is not

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

1.4 CLEANING

 Unplug the 

DA1904SX

 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

Summary of Contents for DA1904SX

Page 1: ...DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS MANUAL PART NUMBER 400 0077 003 PRODUCT REVISION 2 DA1904SX 1 VGA IN 1 RGBHV 1 VGA OUT DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER USER S GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...t demanding 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 DA1904SX 1 VGA in 1 RGBHV 1 VGA out Distribution Amplifier TABLE OF CONTENTS Page PRECAUTIONS SAFETY WARNINGS 2 GENERAL 2 RACK MOUNT SAFETY GUIDELINES 2 INSTALLATION 2 C...

Page 3: ...nts Handle the DA1904SX Distribution Amplifier carefully because dropping or jarring can damage internal components Do not place heavy objects on top of the DA1904SX If the DA1904SX is to be mounted to a table or wall use only Altinex made mounting accessories such as mount mini brackets DA1295SX and cables for optimum setup To turn off the main power be sure to remove the cord from the power outl...

Page 4: ... acts as an output module for the Altinex Serial Distribution System This is a system which uses the concept of creating a high resolution video bus in large distribution applications with many displays This system provides a lower cost and a higher performance alternative to the concept of feeding home runs a run of cable to a single large distribution amplifier In the Serial Distribution System ...

Page 5: ...UT AND OUTPUTS The DA1904SX is a special application distribution amplifier providing one VGA SVGA XGA type input on a 15 pin HD connector and one RGBHV buffered input on a 15 pin HD connector It also provides one RGBHV buffered output on 5 BNC connectors and one VGA SVGA XGA loop output on a 15 pin HD connector The loop output should be no longer than twelve feet for most applications Typically a...

Page 6: ...D female connector 1 Red 2 Green 3 Blue 4 No connection 5 Ground 6 Ground 7 Ground 8 Ground 9 No connection 10 Ground 11 No connection 12 No connection 13 Horizontal Sync 14 Vertical Sync 15 No connection Table 4 The DA1904SX Input pin outs APPLICATION DIAGRAM 5 ...

Page 7: ...approach uses the concept of a video bus to provide greater ease of installation and greater flexibility In the Serial Distribution System the DA1904SX acts as an output module Typically the source signal is connected to the input of a DA1902SX and this becomes the starting point for the bus The outputs are then connected to the output modules DA1904SX which are usually located at each display sit...

Page 8: ...chnical specifications are followed There are no other adjustments necessary to operate the unit ACCESSORIES 8 Model No Description RACK MOUNTING ACCESSORIES DA1295RM Mount mini brackets 2 L shape VGA MALE TO MALE CABLES 15 PIN HD TO 15 PIN HD CB3703MR 3 ft CB3706MR 6 ft CB3715MR 15 ft CB3725MR 25 ft CB3750MR 50 ft Super High Resolution Coaxes CB3775MR 75 ft Super High Resolution Coaxes CB37100MR ...

Page 9: ...ot affect the input or any other output on the device A buffered output may vary in terms of the gain or peaking adjustments made to the video signal 5 Which type of signal format may I pass through the DA1904SX The DA1904SX can pass high resolution RGBHV RGBS RGsB and RsGsBs format computer video signals Many display devices that use a 15 pin HD VGZ type connector can only accept RGBHV format sig...

Page 10: ...ive the products that you have ordered and that this product meets your expectations 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 a product has been opened the restocking fees will apply For the restoc...

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