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Placement and Ventilation
As with other advanced video components, the HD6 video processor does generate heat and it is advised to
allow at least 2" of free air space above the unit. If built into a rack, please insert at least one rack space of vent
panel immediately above the unit.
Default Operation
The HD6 is designed for simplicity and functionality right out of the box. The HD6 is designed to be linked to a
B&K CT Series Receiver all settings are automatically configured once the HD6 is powered on. No further setup
programming is required when the HD6 is linked to a B&K CT Receiver. For use in a stand alone installation the
HD6 may be configured using our BKcSuite software setup application.
Connection Strategy
Connecting an HD6 may be a daunting task at first glance. However, the secret to a great looking and easy to
service installation is to be as deliberate as possible. Always make the installation SERVICEABLE as well as
neat! It is recommended to dress wires in groups according to purpose:
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AC Power lines tied together and attached to the cabinet/rack on the opposite side of the signal
cabling. Any component without enough slack in the power wire to enable rotating it or extracting it
should have its length extended with a dedicated extension cord.
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CAT5 cables should be labeled for the appropriate zone or interface, tied, and run together.
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RCA cables should be labeled for the appropriate zone and tied together.
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Combine Keypad/IR Sensor cables together with any Dedicated Zone Input cables that originates in
another zone. Tie each Zone Control cable together with its dedicated source. Tie everything together,
make sure there is a service loop of free cable and dress on the opposite side of the AC Power cables.
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Combine all cables coming from the sources, label each cable and connect them to the nine inputs.
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Combine all buffered outputs for use with other preamplifier / receivers units in the system.
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If you are utilizing any external power amps, combine the zone line outputs and connect to each
amplifier in turn.
Always leave enough slack in the ends of the cable so that the HD6 may be rotated in its shelf or pulled out of
the shelf. Don't leave all the wires tied down so tightly as to make it difficult to rotate or remove components.
HARDWARE CONNECTIONS
