VideoSplitter CAT5 ™ with serial/audio option INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS MANUAL 10707 Stancliff Road Houston, Texas 77099 Phone: (281) 933-7673 WWW.ROSE.
LIMITED WARRANTY ® Rose Electronics warrants the VideoSplitter CAT5™ to be in good working order for one year from the date of purchase from Rose Electronics or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order at any time during this one-year warranty period, Rose Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace the Unit as set forth below. Repair parts and replacement units will be either reconditioned or new. All replaced parts become the property of Rose Electronics.
FCC/IC STATEMENTS, EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO-FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions may cause interference to radio communication.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents Disclaimer .................................................................................................... 1 System introduction ..................................................................................... 1 Features ................................................................................................. 2 Compatibility ........................................................................................... 2 Package contents .............................
INTRODUCTION Disclaimer While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither does the manufacturer assume any liability for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. The manufacturer reserves the right to change the specifications, functions, or circuitry of the product without notice.
Features Extend a single video source to 6 or 12 video monitors using CAT5 twisted pair, solid core cables (Up to 1,000 feet) Optionally extend full stereo audio to 6 or 12 remote stations using a single CAT5 cable Video resolutions up to: 1600 x 1200 at 200 feet, 1280 x 1024 at 300 feet, 1024 x 768 at 1,000 feet (Video resolution will vary depending on the remote unit model used) Video brightness and sharpness controls on the Remote Unit adjust brightness and clarity (depending on remote model used).
MODELS Models 6 port model 12 port model Front View Rear View (video splitter only) Rear View (video, serial/audio splitter) Figure 1. Models Connectors: Front 6 or 12 RJ45 – CAT5 cable connection. Rear DB25F DB9F (6) Serial in 3.
CABLES Cabling Unit to CPU cable A CPU cable connects from the VideoSplitter CAT5 Unit to a CPUs video monitor port. Serial and audio models also connect a stereo audio cable and DB9 serial cable to the CPUs audio in/out and serial port. Max VideoSplitter CAT5 Unit to CPU cable length is 20 feet using standard cabling. Using coax cabling, this distance can be extended.
INSTALLATION Installation Please refer to the safety section first before proceeding with any installation or configuration. Installation of the VideoSplitter CAT5 Unit consists of the following easy steps. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Connect the unit to a computer’s video port Connect the audio and serial if applicable Connect the unit to the remote receiver units Connect the video monitors to the receiver units Applying the power. Adjust the video compensation (if needed).
Step 4 – Applying power Connect the power adapter to a 110/220 volt source and to the VideoSplitter CAT5 unit’s power input jack Connect the appropriate power adapter (if needed) to the remote receiver units Power on the all remote units prior to powering on the VideoSplitter unit. Apply power to the computer connected to the VideoSplitter CAT5 or other video sources power When all connections have been made and the computer booted, the video from the computer will display on all remote monitors.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating instructions- All models Operating the VideoSplitter CAT5 is virtually transparent to the user. Once setup, the video produced from the computer or video source is sent to the VideoSplitter CAT5, split into 6 or 12 video paths and routed via CAT5 cable to the receiver units. The receiver units send the video source to the connected monitors. Full stereo audio is sent to the connected speakers on the serial/audio model.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting The troubleshooting section is used as a guide to understanding the capabilities of the VideoSplitter CAT5 and for general troubleshooting. If you have any problems or questions concerning the installation, operation or usage of the VideoSplitter CAT5 that is not covered in this manual, please contact Rose Electronics for technical support. Video picture is not sharp or is smeared. Video compensation is incorrectly set.
SERVICE Service Information Maintenance and Repair This Unit does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts. In the event a Unit needs repair or maintenance, you must first obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number from Rose Electronics or an authorized repair center. This Return Authorization number must appear on the outside of the shipping container. See Limited Warranty for more information.
SAFETY Safety The VideoSplitter CAT5 has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. Like all electronic equipment, the VideoSplitter CAT5 should be used with care. To protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the Unit, read and follow these safety instructions. Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this Unit.
Safety and EMC Regulatory Statements Safety information Documentation reference symbol. If the product is marked with this symbol, refer to the product documentation to get more information about the product. WARNING A WARNING in the manual denotes a hazard that can cause injury or death. CAUTION A CAUTION in the manual denotes a hazard that can damage equipment. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING or CAUTION notice until you have understood the hazardous conditions and have taken appropriate steps.
APPENDICES Appendix A. General Specifications Video bandwidth (-3db) Local Unit: 150 MHz Maximum resolution < 200‘ 200’ – 300’ 300’ – 1,000’ Video compatibility SVGA, VGA, XGA, RGB Video levels 0.7V P-P Video compensation 3-Stage continuously variable Video coupling DC Sync type Separate/composite TTL level sync polarity is preserved. Power 5V, 1,000 ma.
Appendix B. Parts and cables Part Number Description CRV-6SLP-VS CRV-12SLP-VS 6 port VideoSplitter unit 12 port VideoSplitter unit CAB-08UTPnnn* CAB-D9F6XD9M /AUD CAB-CX0000Cnnn* CAT5 UTP cable** 1-DB9F to 6-DB9M (Serial loop cable) Suffix = serial/audio option VideoSplitter CAT5 to CPU (DB25M to HD15F) * nnn = 5, 10, 20 feet. ** CAT5 cable available from 25 to 1,000 feet.
Appendix C. Rack mount instructions To rack mount your VideoSplitter CAT5, secure the mounting brackets to the rack using the appropriate size bolts, nuts and lock washers. The following guidelines should be observed when installing. a). b). c). d). e). 14 Do not exceed the operating temperature of 0ο C to 45ο C. Do not block power supply vents or restrict airflow. Mechanical loading of the rack should be considered to prevent instability and possible tipping over.
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