Emerge ® DA1200P 1x2 PC/VGA Distribution Amplifier User/Installer Guide Avocent, the Avocent logo and Emerge are registered trademarks of Avocent Corporation. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. © 2008 Avocent Corporation. All rights reserved.
Table of Contents 1.0 Introduction 3 2.0 Specifications 4 3.0 Package Contents 5 4.0 Connecting the Hardware 5 5.0 Operating The Unit 6 6.0 Troubleshooting 7 7.0 Regulatory Compliance 8 8.
1.0 INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing this DA1200P PC/VGA Distribution Amplifier from Avocent. The DA1200P VGA D.A. is designed to handle standard RGBHV computer type signals. Model DA1200P provides 2 outputs from a single input. Additional outputs can be provided by cascading additional amplifiers. FEATURES The DA1200P Distribution Amplifier has many features that enable it to perform in a superior manner.
2.0 SPECIFICATIONS General Function DA1200P Voltage Requirement 5 VDC Current Requirement 2A Input Connector (HD-15 Female) 1x Output Connectors (HD-15 Female) 2x Maximum Resolution 2560x1600 @ 60Hz Signal Bandwidth 500+ MHz Weight (Amplifier Only) 400 g 14.1 oz Dimensions (H-W-D) 43mm x160mm x 58mm 1.7"x6.3"x2.
3.0 CHECKING PACKAGE CONTENTS Before attempting to use this unit, please check the packaging and make certain the following items are contained in the shipping carton: • • • 1x Distribution Amplifier 1x Power Adapter with 5VDC Output 1x User Manual Note: Please retain the original packing material should the need ever arise to return the unit. If you find any items are missing, contact your reseller or Avocent immediately.
5.0 5.1 OPERATING THE UNIT Connect the Unit as follows: 1. Turn off power to source device (such as PC) and to all display devices (such as monitors). 2. Connect the output of the source device to the amplifier’s input with the HD-15 cable provided. 3. Connect the input of the display devices to the output connectors of the amplifier with high quality HD-15 cables, up to 300 feet in length. 4. Plug the DC connector from the 5VDC power adapter provided into the amplifier.
6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING Problems with the DA1200P amplifier are rare. Most of the time, the problem is caused by the use of an incorrect cable for the signal type, to long a cable run, bad connectors on the cable and occasionally damaged cables. Bad grounds or use of different AC power sources for the DA1200P amplifier, source and/or display device(s) may also cause problems due to ground loops.
Connecting this equipment to external devices requires no specially shielded cabling for FCC compliance. The Instruction Manual shows or describes the proper connection of this equipment for operation that insures FCC compliance. Direct all inquiries regarding FCC compliance to: Avocent Corporation 4991 Corporate Dr. Huntsville, AL 35805 9.
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