Clear-Com Eclipse Median, Instruction Manual

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Vitec Group Communications
Eclipse Median Instruction Manual 2 - 1
OPERATING AN
ECLIPSE MEDIAN
The Eclipse Median chassis houses the circuit cards, power supplies,
and connectors that form the central hardware of the system.
Measuring 19-inches wide and 6 rack units high (48.3 cm x 26.9 cm),
the matrix chassis installs in a standard equipment rack.
The three types of Eclipse Median circuit cards perform unique
functions:
• CPU cards control overall system operation
• Port cards control the operation of remotely connected panels and
interfaces
• Interface cards connect other forms of communication, such as
telephones or two-way radios, to the matrix.
Two Euro Cassette power supplies provide fail-safe redundancy in the
event of a component failure or an AC circuit outage. Front-panel lights
give you information about the condition of the power supplies,
allowing you to take preventative corrective action.
Each MVX circuit card connects to an individual panel on the back of
the Eclipse Median matrix. This panel holds the RJ-45 sockets for
connecting cable to remote intercom panels and interfaces.
The Eclipse Median is completely modular, allowing you to add or
remove cards, power supplies, and connector panels to meet the
operational needs of your environment.
USING THE ECLIPSE MEDIAN MATRIX
Figure 2-1: Front Panel of Eclipse Median
The matrix houses three
types of cards: CPU cards,
port cards, and interface
cards.
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