NDS ExpandOR, User Manual

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ExpandOR Connections
Connections Options:
Transmit :
Network connection must be set up and connected. Connect DVI-D source to DVI-IN port to stream to
the configured destination(s). Network video monitor, audio, DVI-OUT, USB , and GPI are all optional.
Receive :
Network connection must be set up and connected. Connect DVI-D display to DVI-OUT to display
received stream. Network video monitor, audio, DVI-IN, USB , and GPI are all optional.
Record:
To record video stream or capture still images, a USB drive must be inserted into the USB port. Implement
Option 1 or Option 2 above as appropriate.
Audio:
To transmit and receive audio, a microphone must be connected to the IN MIC connector and headphones
or an amplified speaker must be connected to the OUT LINE connector. Additionally, Options 1 or 2 above
must be implemented.
The diagram below shows the devices that may be connected to the ExpandOR. The unit’s application will
determine which of these devices is required. The devices required for a given function are described in the
Connections Options list below.
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Cable Bend Radius
NDS recommends that the bend radius of metallic cables be no less than 2.5 inches (63 mm) or 7 times
the diameter of the cable whichever is greater. Sharper bends may damage the cable and/or degrade
the video signal.
DVI In
DVI Video
Source
▲
◄
►
▲
Video and
still image
storage
▲
*
*
Y/C Out
DVI Out
Audio
Network
RS-232
connector
for NDS use
only
▲
Privacy
Record
Video
Capture
Still
GPI Control