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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

DA1912SX

 Distribution Amplifier. Keep this manual

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

DA1912SX 

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 DA1912SX

 Maximum operating ambient temperature is 35

(degrees C).

 Never restrict the airflow through the device’s

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 

DA1912SX

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

DA1912SX

 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 

DA1912SX

 Distribution Amplifier

carefully. Dropping or jarring can damage
internal components.

 Do not place heavy objects on top of the

DA1912SX

. If the 

DA1912SX

 is to be

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

DA1295FC

) and cables for

optimum setup.

 To turn off the main power, be sure to remove

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

 Do not pull power cord or any cable that is

attached to the 

DA1912SX

 Distribution

Amplifier.

 If the 

DA1912SX

 Distribution Amplifier is not

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

1.4 CLEANING

 Unplug the 

DA1912SX

 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 the 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 user will be
required to correct the interference at his own
expense.

Summary of Contents for DA1912SX

Page 1: ...DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS MANUAL PART NUMBER 400 0007 003 PRODUCT REVISION 1 DA1912SX 1 IN 2 OUT RGBS DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER USER S GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...stallations 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 DA1912SX 1 in 2 out RGBS Distribution Amplifier TABLE OF CONTENTS Page PRECAUTIONS SAFETY WARNINGS 2 GENERAL 2 RACK MOUNTING SAFETY GUIDELINES 2 INSTALLATION 2 CLEANING 2 FCC CE NOTICE 2 ABOUT YOU...

Page 3: ...jects on top of the DA1912SX If the DA1912SX is to be mounted to a table or wall use only Altinex made mounting accessories such as mini mount brackets DA1295FC and cables for optimum setup To turn off the main power be sure to remove the cord from power outlet The power outlet socket should be installed as near to the equipment as possible and should be easily accessible Do not pull power cord or...

Page 4: ...nger runs depending on source signal resolution and cable quality The DA1912SX is supplied with a 9V 500mA External Power Adapter TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3 FEATURES DESCRIPTION DA1912SX GENERAL Inputs 1 Input Connector 4 BNC Female Outputs 2 Output Connectors Two 4 BNC Female Compatibility High resolution RGBS RGsB and RsGsBs Component S Video and Composite Video Table 1 DA1912SX General MECHANIC...

Page 5: ...uns exceed 100 feet It is not recommended that this switch be set in the 1 0V position for shorter cable lengths as the increased level may reduce the life of CRT displays if they are overdriven 4 3 SYNC LEVEL SWITCH The Sync Level Switch allows the DA1912SX to output a Sync Level of either 2V p p or 4V p p This switch should normally be set in the 4V position Some older display equipment may requ...

Page 6: ...e DA1912SX The monitors or projectors must be scan rate compatible with the source signal the DA1912SX does not affect scan rate Step 4 The Input Termination switch should normally be ON unless the input is being looped to another unit If the output cables are longer than 100 feet consider using the Video Level Switch to increase the gain on the outputs of the DA1912SX The Sync Level switch should...

Page 7: ...S5542JP 9V 500mA Power Supply for Japan 4 BNC to 4 BNC COAXIAL CABLE CB4100MR Bulk Cable 4 coaxes 500ft minimum CB4103MR 3 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4106MR 6 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4112MR 12 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4125MR 25 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4150MR 50 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4175MR 75 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB41100MR 100 ...

Page 8: ...his switch should normally be set in the 4V position Some older display equipment may require a sync level of 2V in which case this switch may be used but this would be rare 5 Why and when should I use the Input Termination switch The Input Termination Switch is normally set to the ON position and provides 75 Ohm termination for the Red Green and Blue channels By setting this switch in the OFF pos...

Page 9: ...ability in connection with the sale of the products This warranty shall not apply to any product that shall have been repaired or altered outside of company s factory in any way so as in its judgment to affect its stability or reliability or that has been subject to misuse negligence or accident 11 2 RETURN POLICY It is very important to Altinex that you receive the products that you have ordered ...

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