Altinex PNP400/Pop 'N Plug Tower User manual

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Tower User’s Guide
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Welcome!
We greatly appreciate your purchase of the PNP400 Pop ‘N Plug Tower. We
are sure you will fin it reliable an simple to use. Superior performance for
the right price, backe by soli technical an customer support is what
ALTINEX has to offer.
We are committe to provi ing our customers with
Signal Management Solutions
®
to the most eman ing au iovisual
installations at competitive pricing an we welcome you to join the ranks of
our many satisfie customers throughout the worl .
1. Precautions and Safety Warnings
Please rea this manual carefully before using your PNP400 an keep it
han y for future reference. These safety instructions are to ensure the long
life of your PNP400 an to prevent fire an shock hazar s. Please rea them
carefully an hee all warnings.
1.1 General
•There are no user serviceable parts insi e. Qualifie ALTINEX service
personnel must perform all service on the PNP400.
1.2 Installation Precautions
•Place the PNP400 on a flat, levele surface in a ry area away from ust
an moisture.
•To prevent fire or shock, o not expose this unit to water or moisture.
Do not place in irect sunlight, near heaters, or heat-ra iating
appliances, or near any liqui . Exposure to irect sunlight, smoke, or
steam can harm internal components.
•Han le the PNP400 carefully; ropping or jarring can cause amage.
•Do not pull any cables that are attache to the PNP400.
•Do not place heavy objects on top of the PNP400.
•Do not use excessive force to push own on the top of the unit.
•Do not place fingers insi e the PNP400 because of sharp e ges insi e.
•To turn off main power, isconnect AC cor s from power outlets.
•Use wall outlets with a Groun Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) for
maximum protection.
1.3 Cleaning
•Unplug the PNP400 before cleaning.
•Clean only with a ry cloth. Never use strong etergents 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 evice complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two con itions: (1) This evice may not cause
harmful interference, an (2) this evice must accept any interference
receive , inclu ing interference that may cause un esire operation.
•This equipment has been teste an foun to comply with the limits for
a Class A igital evice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are esigne to provi e reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operate in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, an can ra iate ra io
frequency energy an , if not installe an use in accor ance with the
instructions foun herein, may cause harmful interference to ra io
communications. Operation of this equipment in a resi ential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
require to correct the interference at his own expense.
•Any changes or mo ifications to the unit not expressly approve by
ALTINEX, Inc. coul voi the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
2. Installation Procedures
Step 1. Refer to the ALTINEX website, www.altinex.com, to ownloa the latest templates an instructions for
tabletop cutting requirements an installation. In or er to o this, locate the PNP400 on the website an go
to its etail page. The links to the templates, user’s gui e, an more are on the left-han si e of the screen.
The table can be 0.25-4.0 in (6-102 mm) thick.
Step 2. Print all installation information for the PNP400, inclu ing the templates an any etaile instructions.
Step 3. Mark the table’s surface to in icate the correct positioning of the unit. The face of the unit is typically
parallel to the longest si es of the tables.
Step 4. Cut an opening into the table’s surface. This operation shoul be performe by experience professionals in or er to insure accuracy an to be
aesthetically pleasing. Always confirm imensions before cutting to insure that specifications have not change .
Step 5. Lower the PNP400 into the opening in the table an make sure the bezel of the unit sits evenly in the table.
Step 6. From un er the table, insert the mounting brackets into the slots on the si e of the unit. See Diagram 6 of the online manual for etails. Place the
brackets (one on each si e) at the esire height for the table thickness an secure them to the bottom of the table using the thumb screws provi e .
Step 7. Secure the power cor using the cable clamp provi e . Pass the power cor (if any) from the bottom of the housing an attach it to the table leaving a
service loop beneath the unit. Before tightening the clamp, open an close the unit from the top several times. Set the service loop for smooth
operation only. Do not leave excessive cable hanging below the table.
Step 8. Secure PNP400 signal cables separate from the power cor . All cables shoul have a service loop to allow the unit to open an close easily.
Step 9. Once you have connecte power an the proper cables to the unit, you may raise the unit. To raise the PNP400 into position, press the top of the unit.
Step 10. To lower the PNP400, push on the top of the unit until it locks into place. Do not use excessive force to press own on the pop-up.
3. Limited Warranty/Return Policies
Please see the ALTINEX website at www.altinex.com for etails on warranty an return policies.

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4. Technical Specifications
Specifications are subject to change. See www.altinex.com for up-to- ate information.
Mechanical PNP400 (standard)
Maximum Table Thickness 4.00 in (102 mm)
Minimum Table Thickness 0.25 in (6 mm)
Height Above Table (open) 2.909 in (74 mm)
Height Below Table Surface 5.760 in (146 mm)
Base Width 6.674 in (170 mm)
Base Depth 4.840 in (123 mm)
Finish Black
T°Operating 10°C-35°C
T°Maximum 50°C
Humidity 90%non-condensing
Table 1. PNP400 Mechanical

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5. About Your PNP400
The PNP400 Interconnect Tabletop Solution is esigne for installation into a conference room table. The PNP400 provi es a means of connecting au iovisual,
network, an power sources into a presentation system. It is i eal for use with ALTINEX computer vi eo interfaces like the VA6804FC. The PNP400 can
"pop up" into a raise position to provi e access to connectors, or it can be lowere into a table when not in use. The PNP400 uses a tower-type construction
with a gas spring to raise the interface into position above the tabletop.
The PNP400 Interconnect has two openings on either si e of the unit, servicing both si es of a table. Several optional sectional plates are available for the
following: AC power, computer vi eo (15-pin HD), composite vi eo (RCA), au io (RCA), computer au io (3.5 mm stereo), phone/mo em (RJ-11), RS-232 (9-pin
D-sub), network (RJ-45), etc. Contact the ALTINEX Sales Department for a itional information regar ing optional connectors.
The PNP400 Interconnect is esigne for use with tables ranging from 0.25-4.0 in (6-102 mm) thick. The PNP400 comes in a stan ar matte black finish. Custom
finishes for the top of the PNP400 allow the unit to accent any tabletop an are available on a custom or er basis for an a itional charge.
CHASSIS
BEZEL
POP-UP LID
GAS SPRING MOUNTING HOLES
FOR ACCESSORY PLATES
(front and back)
TABLETOP
THUMB SCREW
BRACKET
MOUNTING

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6. Application Diagrams
Diagram 1: Typical Setup

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Diagram 2: Cutout

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Diagram 3: Top View
7.860"
[200mm]
6.530"
[166mm]

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Diagram 4: Front View
2.909"
[74 mm]
5.760"
[146 mm]
6.674"
[170 mm]

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Diagram 5: Side View
2.909"
[74 mm]
5.760"
[146 mm]
4.840"
[123 mm]

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Diagram 6: Mounting
TABLETOP
TOP VIEW
SIDE VIEW
2 THUMB SCREWS
2 MOUNTING BRACKETS MOUNTING BRACKETS DETAILS
Install the mounting
brackets into the grooves
on both sides of the unit
using the grooves that
best fit the thickness of
the tabletop.
Thread the thumb screws
through the mounting
brackets as shown until
the PNP400 is securely
mounted to the tabletop.
SIDE VIEW
FRONT VIEW

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Diagram 7: Accessory Installation
Feed any cables attached to the sectional plate through the front of the PNP400, then
down through the opening in the bottom of the chassis. Make sure the cables exit the
chassis on the same side as the plate. They should NOT cross over the center of the unit.
Align the mounting holes of the sectional plate and PNP400 chassis.
Use the plastic rivets supplied with the sectional plate to fasten the sectional plate to the
chassis. A rivet tool is supplied with the PNP400.
FEED CABLES
THROUGH FRONT THROUGH CHASSIS
AND DOWN
HOLES
ALIGN MOUNTING
FASTEN WITH
PLASTIC RIVETS
(SP3201AV shown here.)
Insert this side
through holes
until it sits flush
with the metal.
Insert this side
all the way
down until it
sits flush with
dome surface.
PLASTIC RIVETS
AFTERBEFORE
1
2
3
The plastic rivets may be removed by pressing
the center pin all the way through the material
using a small screwdriver. Then use small pliers
to remove the plastic, being careful not to scratch
the metal.
NOTE:

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Diagram 8: Cables/Accessories
Model No. Description
Cutout Covers
CVR1001 Cover for PNP/TNP cutouts
Sectional Plates
SP2107US Dual AC Power Outlet for United States & Canada with 2 slots
and 12 ft (4 m) metal conduit
SP2201UK AC Power Outlet for United Kingdom, Singapore & Hong Kong
SP2301CE AC Power Outlet for Continental Europe
SP2401AU AC Power Outlet for Australia & New Zealand
SP3102EP Dual, Empty Snap-in Ports with 1 slot
SP3103EP Dual, Empty Ortronics CAT-6 Snap-in Ports with 1 slot
SP3201AV 15-pin HD-Female to Male + 3.5 mm Stereo Female to Male
SP3202AV 15-pin HD-Female to Female Gender Changer + 3.5 mm Stereo
Female to Terminal Block
SP3204AV 4-pin Mini DIN + RCA Female 3.5 mm Stereo with 1 slot
(universal plate for PNP400)
Replacement Parts
AC401-303 Gas Spring for PNP400 Series

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7. Operation
7.1 Install Sectional Plates
Install sectional plates in the empty slots on each si e of the PNP400 until
the plates snap into place. Secure the plates using the plastic, removable
rivets as shown in Diagram 7.
8. Troubleshooting Guide
We have carefully teste an foun no problems in the supplie PNP400;
however, we woul like to offer suggestions for the following:
•Please make sure that the highest quality vi eo, au io, network, an
telephone cables or connectors are use .
•If there has been amage, then o not use the PNP400 unit.
Imme iately contact the ALTINEX Sales Department to have the unit
repaire .