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January 2002
AC090A
4-Port XGA Video Splitter
With Long Cable Drive Capability
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL BLACK BOX and its logo ks of Black Box Corporation. Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. SGI is a registered trademark of Silicon Graphics, Inc. Sun and Sun Microsy stems are registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Any other trademarks mentioned in this manua
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with ause interference to radio Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection necessary to correct the interference. responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate This digital apparatus does not exceed the Cl
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) Electrical Safety Statement INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter 11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato. 12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la t polarización del equipo no sea eliminada. 13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos d
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter Contents 1. Introduction ................................ ................................ ............... page 6 1.1 General ................................ ................................ ................ page 6 1.2 Features ................................ ................................ ............... page 6 2. Installation ................................ ................................ ................. page 7 3. Operation .....................
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter 1.1 General The Model AC090A is a 1 in x 4 out XGA Video Splitter / Distribution - programmable cab outputs for driving long video cables. The unit accepts a VGA input signal from a computer and provides 2 standard outputs and 2 boosted outputs. The standard outputs are labeled "STD" and are capable of driving cables up to app The boosted outputs are labeled "DX" and can be programmed using dip - a clear and crisp 1600 x 1200 pixels at refresh rates to 1
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter 1. Connect the COMPUTER input connector on the AC090A to the computer's video (or any other compatible video source) using the supplied cable (see figures 2.1). The video connector on the PC is Outputs 1 and 2 (DX) Figure 2.1 Figure 2.2 7 Can Drive Long Cables XGA Splitter usually a HD15 female with three rows of contacts. 2. Installation
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter 2. Connect the AC adapter to the PWR jack on the split ter and plug it in the AC source. Connect up to 4 monitors to the outputs of the splitter. If any of the monitors are to be located further than 150 feet, plug them in to the DX ports of the splitter (see figure 2.2). 3. The Model AC090A has a special compens ation to drive long video cables that can be applied to outputs 1 & 2. Use the - 2.3). Dip Switch Setting Range of Cable on Outs 1 & 2 ~~ 0 to
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter 4. ble is connected to a monitor for proper termination, or else disconnect the cable from the splitter. High-Density 15-Pin VGA Connector PIN Function 1 Red 2 3 Blue 4 Not Used 5 6 Red Return (Gnd) 7 Green Return (Gnd) 8 Blue Return (Gnd) 9 10 11 12 - n - 13 Horizontal Sync 14 15 SCL (plug - n - On the Model AC090A splitter the SDA and SCL pins are connected from the input to output #4 9 play) Vertical Sync play) SDA (plug
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter The video signal splitter should operate optimally with no special attention or procedure. problems present in the installation location, the video quality at the remote stations depend on the quality and the length of the video cables used. In addition, the resolution and refresh rate settings of the . When long video cables are used, particularly at high resolution and refresh rates, video losses may be incurred in the cable. Refer to section 2 for deta
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter 4. Troubleshooting 4.1 Problem Solving FAQ 1) Fuzzy, blurry, or ghosting image at remote location reducing the refresh rate and/or res olution of the PC. You should also - coaxial (double shielded) 75 ohm video extension If too much compensation is applied at the split ter, a bright and 2) Image exhibits steady or rolling horizontal color “hum” bars sending end, the recei properly wired and that a protective ground (green) wire is established loc
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter either connect a monitor to this output port, or disable the plug - and - 4) Faint shadows or ghosts at the monitors splitter, make sure that the cable is connected to a monitor for proper termination, or else disconnect the cable from the splitter. 5) Substituting power supplies The splitter relies on the A C power adapter that is supplied with it. The adapter generates a floating 12 v DC power for the unit. If you intend to use a different external
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter container. • Before you ship the unit back to Black Box for repair or return, 13 (RA) number. contact us to get a Return Authorization • Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter 5. Specifications Compliance CE; FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A, IC Class Standards VGA, SVGA, or XGA video Interfaces VGA video Supported Video Types - on - green) Resolution & Refresh Rate Up to 1600 x 1200 non - interlaced at up to 100 Hz Bandwidth Video: DC to 250 MHz Video Level 0.7 volts peak - to - peak Maximum Distance Up to 600 ft. (180 meters) – See section 2 for details Connectors HD15 female for all video input and output
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter Power - included external power adapters. Output Voltage: 12v DC - Size 7.25" W x 2.75" D x 1.25" H Weight 2.0 lb 15 requirements: 300 ma, minimum external power supply). Power supply current Positive, floating (do not substitute any other Center power (mains) outlet, through From utility
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4-Port XGA Video Splitter 16 NOTES
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