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CHAPTER 2: Introduction
The S-Video Splitter-8 (AC043A)
and Composite Splitter-8 (AC044A)
distribute a video signal from one
source to many video displays. Each
unit features DC Restoration and
Fixed, Manual and Automatic
Gain Controls.
The SVHS Splitter-8 is a 30-MHz
S-Video (Y/C) Distribution
Amplifier for S-VHS, Hi-8,
ED-BETA, and other video
applications that use 4-pin
mini-DIN connectors.
The Composite Splitter-8 is a
30-MHz Composite Video
Distribution Amplifier with
BNC connectors.
Features include:
• 30-MHz bandwidth
• 8 outputs from a single input
• Automatic gain
• Manual gain control
• Unity gain
• Table-top or rack mounting
Your complete package will have
the following:
• The Video Splitter unit.
• 9 VDC, 1 A plug-mounted
transformer
• User Manual
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AGC
S-VIDEO
DISTRIBUTION
AMPLIFIER
OUTPUT
OFF
ON
GAIN
CAL
GREEN =
UNITY GAIN
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Figure 1. Front panel of the Video Splitter
(AC044 shown here).