R FR 5041 Reference Manual. Rev 1.3
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Rack Reference (Sync Connector)
The chassis has a single reference input. This is for the connection of a
“common rack
reference
” which is distributed to each of the available rack slots for any installed
modules which require an external reference input.
The connection supports all analog SDTV and HDTV video sync standards (Auto-detect),
bi-level or tri-level.
Redundant Power Input
A connector is provided for the connection of an external 12VDC power input, which is
used for redundant protection. LYNX provides an optional
RPS 5000
brick power supply
for use as an external redundant supply. If providing your own DC power input; then
please ensure a clean feed of
+12VDC @ 8A (+/- 5%)
. The mating power connector is
Molex MiniFit Series 5557 (part # 0039012040), crimp contacts Molex Series 5556 (part #
0039000078). Connections are shown below.
External DC Input Connections
(View looking into connector)
Alarm Connection (Terminal Strip)
A terminal strip is provided for the connection to external alarm systems
The connections are designated as follows:
1
2
3
4
5
6
GPI B
GPI A
Alarm
Minor B
Alarm
Minor A
Alarm
Major B
Alarm
Major A
Function and connection information is described below.
Alarm Function
The user can assign the triggers for the alarm conditions using the LYNX Desktop
Controller Software Application.
The terminal strip has a GPI input (for future use), and two alarm outputs. These are
contact closures and allow for the connection of external monitoring equipment or alarm
systems.
There are two alarms
Minor Alarm
and
Major Alarm,
these are configured using the
LYNX Desktop Controller. Simply assign the alarms to the available selections.
+12V
GND
1
2
3
4
