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TP115-120/121 Compact Video Twisted Pair (TP) Transmitter/Receiver User’s Guide

400-0557-002

Welcome!

We greatly appreciate your purchase of the TP115-120/121 Compact Video

Twisted Pair Transmitter. We are sure you will find it reliable and simple to

use. Superior performance for the right price, backed by solid technical and

customer support is what ALTINEX

has to offer.

We are committed to providing our customers with Signal Management

Solutions

to the most demanding audiovisual installations at competitive

pricing and we welcome you to join the ranks of our many satisfied

customers throughout the world.

1. Precautions and Safety Warnings

Please read this manual carefully before using your TP115-120/121. Keep this

manual handy for future reference. These safety instructions are to ensure

the long life of your TP115-120/121 and to prevent fire and shock hazards.

Please read them carefully and heed all warnings.

1.1 General

 Qualified ALTINEX service personnel or their authorized

representatives must perform all service.

1.2 Installation Precautions

 To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this unit to water or moisture.

Do not place the TP115-120/121 in direct sunlight, near heaters or

heat-radiating appliances, or near any liquid. Exposure to direct

sunlight, smoke, or steam can harm internal components.

 Handle the TP115-120/121 carefully. Dropping or jarring can cause

damage.

 Do not pull any cables that are attached to the TP115-120/121.

1.3 Cleaning

 Clean only with a dry cloth. Never use strong detergents or solvents

such as alcohol or thinner. Do not use a wet cloth or water to clean the

unit. Do not open the unit to clean.

1.4 FCC Notice

 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause

harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for

a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These

limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial

environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

instructions found herein, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is

likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be

required to correct the interference at his own expense.

 Any changes or modifications to the unit not expressly approved by

ALTINEX, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the

equipment.

2. Installation Procedures

Step 1. Make sure the Video Equalization knob on the TP115-121 receiver is set to minimum, full CCW.

Step 2. Apply power to the TP115-120 and TP115-121 using the power adapters provided.

The Power/Signal Present LEDs on both units should be on and red.

Step 3. Connect the video output of the computer (or other device) to the video input on the TP115-120 Transmitter.

The Power/Signal Present LED on the transmitter should be on and green if a video signal is present.

Step 4. Connect a CAT-5 cable between the TP output connector on the TP115-120 to the TP input connector of the TP115-121.

Step 5. Check the LED on the TP115-121 receiver. The LED should be on and green if a signal is present.

Note: The LED on the TP115-121 is only GREEN if there is a computer (RGBHV) video signal present.

The LED on the TP115-121 will remain RED if a component (YPbPr) video signal is present.

Step 6. The TP115-120/121 is now operational.

Step 7. Verify the picture quality on the receiving monitor is equivalent to the quality as displayed on the local monitor. Depending on the cable quality

length, cable quality, and monitor type, the image may be poor or non-existent until the video equalization is adjusted.

If necessary adjust the Video Equalization knob on the TP115-121 receiver to fine tune the video signal when the CAT-5 cable is more than

50 ft (15 m). Adjust the video equalization in small increments and give the monitor time to respond to the signal changes. Depending on the monitor,

it may take several seconds for the monitor to respond.

3. Limited Warranty/Return Policies

Please see the ALTINEX website at www.altinex.com for details on warranty and return policies.

Summary of content (7 pages)

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TP115-120/121 Compact Video Twisted Pair (TP) Transmitter/Receiver User’s Guide Welcome! We greatly appreciate your purchase of the TP115-120/121 Compact Video Twisted Pair Transmitter. We are sure you will find it reliable and simple to use. Superior performance for the right price, backed by solid technical and customer support is what ALTINEX® has to offer. 1.
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TP115-120/121 User’s Guide 4. Technical Specifications Specifications are subject to change. See www.altinex.com for up-to-date information. Features/Description TP115-120 Features/Description Inputs RGBHV or YPbPr Power +9VDC Inputs 15-pin HD F (1) Twisted Pair 2.
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TP115-120/121 User’s Guide 5. About Your TP115-120/121  Compatible with VGA resolutions  Compatible with HDTV signals  Can be used with shielded or unshielded cable  Can be used with CAT5 or CAT6  Built in EDID emulator  Signal Detect LED  Equalization control  Small size The TP115-120 and TP115-121 pair provides a means of transmitting computer or component video signals over twisted pair type (CAT-5) cable.
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TP115-120/121 User’s Guide 6.
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TP115-120/121 User’s Guide Diagram 2: Internal View 400-0557-002 5
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TP115-120/121 User’s Guide Diagram 3: Mounting Bracket (OPTIONAL) 400-0557-002 6
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TP115-120/121 User’s Guide 7. Operation TP115-120 Receiver The TP115-121 Receiver requires only video equalization for optimal performance. Once adjusted for best image quality, the TP115-121 will work trouble-free without user intervention. TP115-120 Transmitter The TP115-120 requires no adjustments for operation. Once connected, the TP115-120 will work trouble free without user intervention. Long cable lengths require video equalization.