Altinex Table Mount Computer Video + Audio Line Driver... User manual

LINE DRIVERS
MANUAL PART NUMBER: 400-0174-001
1-IN, 1-OUT TABLE MOUNT COMPUTER
VIDEO + AUDIO LINE DRIVER
USER’S GUIDE
DA2000TM

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS .............. 2
GENERAL......................................................... 2
INSTALLATION................................................. 2
CLEANING........................................................ 2
FCC / CE NOTICE............................................. 2
ABOUT YOUR DA2000TM................................... 3
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION............................. 3
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION................................... 4
VIDEO INPUT ................................................... 5
VIDEO OUTPUT ............................................... 5
AUDIO INPUT & OUTPUT ................................ 5
POWER INPUT CONNECTOR......................... 5
POWER/SIGNAL PRESENT INDICATOR ........ 5
APPLICATION DIAGRAM .................................... 6
INSTALLING YOUR DA2000TM........................... 6
OPERATION ........................................................ 6
ACCESSORIES.................................................... 7
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS................... 7
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ............................. 8
ALTINEX POLICY................................................. 8
LIMITED WARRANTY....................................... 8
RETURN POLICY ............................................. 8
CONTACT INFORMATION............................... 8

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PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS 1
Please read this manual carefully before using your
DA2000TM. Keep this manual handy for future
reference. These safety instructions are to ensure
the long life of your DA2000TM and to prevent fire
and shock hazard. Please read them carefully and
heed all warnings.
1.1 GENERAL
•Unauthorized personnel shall not open the unit
since there are high-voltage components
inside.
•Qualified ALTINEX service personnel, or their
authorized representatives must perform all
service.
1.2 INSTALLATION
•For best results, place the on a flat, level
surface in a dry area away from dust and
moisture.
•To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this
unit to rain or moisture. Do not place the
DA2000TM 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
DA2000TM carefully. Dropping or
jarring can damage internal components.
•Never install the DA2000TM in the same
enclosure with high voltage wires or their
associated components, such as power
sockets, dimmers or switches. Always use
proper isolation techniques to ensure that the
DA2000TM is never installed in an enclosure
that has high voltages within it.
1.3 CLEANING
•Clean surfaces 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.
1.4 FCC / CE 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 instruction manual, 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.

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ABOUT YOUR DA2000TM 2
The DA2000TM is a computer video + stereo audio
line driver designed for mounting under a table or
to other surfaces in tight spots. Its extremely
compact form promotes inconspicuous attachment,
yet still allows for active components necessary to
drive high-resolution computer signals a distance of
up to 100 feet or more.
The DA2000TM offers a female VGA-type 15-pin
HD input connector and a stereo audio mini jack on
its front panel. The rear panel offers three terminal
block connectors for the connection of RGBHV,
balanced stereo audio and low voltage power (9V
DC). This unit is compatible with VGA, SVGA,
XGA, SXGA, UXGA, and QXGA signal formats.
The DA2000TM provides fully buffered, amplified
outputs. Also, the DA2000TM converts an incoming
unbalanced stereo audio signal to balanced stereo
audio on the output.
ALTINEX offers optional adhesive A/V label sheets,
allowing the inputs to be labeled as needed. All
accessories, including the power adapter and the
input cable, must be ordered separately.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3
FEATURES/DESCRIPTION DA2000TM
GENERAL
Inputs
Computer Video Input
Connector 15-pin HD Female
Audio Input Connector 3.5mm stereo audio
Outputs
Video Output Connector 10-pin terminal block
Audio Output Connector 5-pin terminal block
Power
9VDC 500mA supply 2-pin terminal block
Compatibility
VGA/SVGA/XGA/UXGA MAC/SUN/SGI and other
analog computer video sources
Table 1. DA2000TM General
MECHANICAL DA2000TM
Depth (inches) 4.1 in. (105mm)
Width (inches) 1.5 in (39mm)
Height (inches) 2.1 in. (54mm)
Weight (pounds) 1 lb. (.45kg)
Ship Weight (pounds) 1.6 lb. (.73kg)
Material Steel
Finish Black Zinc
Front Panel White or Ivory
T° Operating 10°C -35°C
T° Maximum 50°C
Humidity 90% non-condensing
MTBF (calculations) 40,000 hrs.
Table 2. DA2000TM Mechanical
ELECTRICAL DA2000TM
Input Video Signal
Level 1.7V max
Impedance 75 ± 1% (terminated)
Input Sync Signals
Horizontal & Vertical TTL (+/-)
Impedance 10k Ohms
Output Video Signals
Level 1.7V p-p max (terminated)
Impedance 75Ohms
Equalization Optimized for 75ft of high
resolution coax
Output Sync Signals
Composite,
Horizontal, & Vertical TTL (+/-)
Impedance 22Ohms
Frequency Compatibility
Horizontal 15-130kHz
Vertical 25-180Hz
Minimum Video
Bandwidth -3dB @ 350MHz
Cross talk -20dB @ 100MHz
Audio Input
Impedance 10k
Max Level 0dBu
Audio Throughput
Gain +6dB balanced, 0dB
unbalanced
Frequency Response 10Hz to 20kHz (+/- 0.05 dB)
Noise Floor -98dB @ 20kHz
CMRR <40dB, 10Hz to 20kHz
Audio Output
Impedance 50 unbalanced,100 balanced
Drive >10dBu
Power
External Power 9VDC 500mA supply
Table 3. DA2000TM Electrical

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 4

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION (CON’T)
4.1 VIDEO INPUT
The VGA computer input 15-pin HD connector on
the front of the DA2000TM is connected to the
video output of a desktop computer. The
DA2000TM may be used with a six foot Male to
Male VGA input cable (ALTINEX part #
CB3706MR) and a six foot audio cable (ALTINEX
part # CB1206AU).
PIN No. Input signals on 15-pin HD
female connector
1RED
2GREEN
3BLUE
4ID2
5SCL/SDA REF
6SIGNAL RETURN
7SIGNAL RETURN
8SIGNAL RETURN
9VESA POWER INPUT
10 SIGNAL RETURN
11 IDØ
12 SDA
13 HORIZONTAL
14 VERTICAL
15 SCL
Table 4. The DA2000TM’s input pin-outs
4.2 VIDEO OUTPUT
The DA2000TM offers a buffered video output
through a 10-pin terminal block on the back of the
unit. The DA2000TM Line Driver allows a
connection to different types of projectors or
monitors using ALTINEX cables.
PIN No. OUTPUT SIGNAL ON 10-PIN
MALE TERMINAL BLOCK
1RED
2GROUND
3GREEN
4GROUND
5BLUE
6GROUND
7HORIZONTAL
8GROUND
PIN No. OUTPUT SIGNAL ON 10-PIN
MALE TERMINAL BLOCK
9VERTICAL
10 SIGNAL RETURN
Table 5. 10-pin Male terminal block for video output
4.3 AUDIO INPUT & OUTPUT
The DA2000TM accepts computer audio input and
offers balanced stereo output through a terminal
block connector on the back panel. There is a
3.5mm jack for computer audio input, which may
be returned to an amplifier. A 5-pin terminal block
is available for stereo audio transmission to the
main sound system. These connectors are easily
adaptable to stereo mini or RCA type connectors.
PIN No. OUTPUT SIGNAL ON 5-PIN
MALE TERMINAL BLOCK
1L+IN (Left Channel)
2L-IN (Left Channel)
3SIGNAL RETURN
4R+IN (RIGHT Channel)
5R-IN (RIGHT Channel)
Table 6. 5-pin Male terminal block for audio output
4.4 POWER INPUT CONNECTOR
The DA2000TM has a 2.5mm DC power jack for
connection to a 9V 500mA power external
adapter. The power regulation is provided inside
the unit. A selection of several power adapters is
available for different countries from 110 VAC to
240 VAC.
4.5 POWER/SIGNAL PRESENT INDICATOR
The DA2000TM has an LED on the front panel,
which provides feedback to the user. When power
is connected to the DA2000TM,the LED will turn
red. When a computer video source is connected
to the DA2000TM, the LED will turn green,
indicating that the unit is receiving a signal by
sensing the presence of the sync portion of the
signal.

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APPLICATION DIAGRAM 5
INSTALLING YOUR DA2000TM 6
Step 1. Mount the DA2000TM to the underside of
a table and apply 9VDC power to the unit.
The LED should turn red, indicating power
but no incoming video signal.
Step 2. Connect an active video source to the
front of the DA2000TM. The LED should
turn green. If the DA2000TM is
connected to a display, you should see an
image.
Step 3. Connect an active audio source to the
front of the DA2000TM. If the DA2000TM
is connected to an audio amplifier with
speakers, you should hear sound.
Note that the coaxial cable’s braided shield is
twisted into a single conductor with multiple
strands. There is approximately ¼ inch of the
center conductor exposed, and ½ inch of the center
conductor shield exposed.
OPERATION 7
The DA2000TM will operate successfully as long
as all cables are attached properly and other
technical specifications are followed.

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ACCESSORIES 8
Model No. Description
INPUT
CABLES STANDARD 15-PIN VGA MALE TO MALE (COAXIAL TYPE CABLE
INTERNALLY)
CB3703MR 3 ft
CB3706MR 6 ft
CB3715MR 15 ft
CB3725MR 25 ft
CB1206AU 3.5mm cable for audio
STANDARD 15-PIN VGA MALE TO FEMALE
(COAXIAL TYPE CABLE INTERNALLY)
CB3903HR 3 ft
CB3906HR 6 ft
CB3915HR 15 ft
CB3925HR 25 ft
HIGH RESOLUTION MULTI-CHANNEL COAX
CB4203MR 3 ft
CB4206MR 6 ft
CB4212MR 12 ft
CB4225MR 25 ft
CB4250MR 50 ft
CB4275MR 75 ft
CB42100MR 100 ft
CB42150MR 150 ft
POWER SUPPLIES
PS5502US 9V 500mA Power Supply for US
PS5512UK 9V 500mA Power Supply for UK
PS5522AU 9V 500mA Power Supply for Australia
PS5532GR 9V 500mA Power Supply for Germany
PS5542JP 9V 500mA Power Supply for Japan
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 9
No: Question Answer
1How many
feet of cable
can I use with
the
DA2000TM?
The DA2000TM is optimized
for 75ft, but longer or shorter
lengths may be used.
2Is the input
cable type
important
when I use
the
DA2000TM?
The DA2000TM
may be used with two types
of input cables — VGA Y-
type cables and straight
VGA Male to Male cables.
We recommend straight
input VGA cables for best
results.
3What are the
resolutions of
input
computer
signals that
can pass
through the
DA2000TM?
The resolutions of input
computer signals that can
pass through the DA2000TM
are as follows: a) 1280x1024
– UXGA
b) 1024x768 – XGA
c) 800x600 – SVGA
d) 640x480 – VGA
4May I use cat
5 cable
instead of
coaxial
cable?
No, you can not use cat 5
cable instead of coaxial
cable because the quality of
the received signal will be
lost.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 10
We have carefully tested and have found no
problems in the supplied DA2000TM unit; however,
we would like to offer the following suggestions:
•Make sure that the display equipment is
compatible with the source equipment.
•Please make sure that input amplitude of the
video analog signal is less than 1.5V and is at
TTL level for SYNC signal.
•Please use the ALTINEX provided external AC
adapter, which supplies 9V DC at 500mA.
•Please make sure that the proper quality of
cables with coaxial component for video and
audio channels is used. We recommend
ALTINEX made cables for best results.
•If a problem arises after continuous usage at
higher voltage, higher temperature, higher
humidity, or at other extreme environmental
conditions, please correct the problem.
ALTINEX POLICY 11
11.1 LIMITED WARRANTY
ALTINEX warrants that its products and cables
are free from defects in materials under normal
use and service. This warranty is limited to
repairing at company’s factory any part or parts of
the product, which upon company’s examination
shall disclose to be, thus defective. Products
considered defective should be returned to
company with transportation charges pre-paid
within 2 years or (90 days for cables) from date of
shipment to the purchaser. The warranty is
expressly instead of all other warranties
expressed or implied. ALTINEX neither assumes
nor authorizes any other person to assume for it
any other liability in connection with the sale of the
products. This warranty shall not apply to any
product that shall have been repaired or altered
outside of company’s factory in any way so as, in
its judgment, to affect its stability or reliability, or
that has been subject to misuse, negligence or
accident.
11.2 RETURN POLICY
It is very important to ALTINEX that you receive
the products that you have ordered and that this
product meets your expectations. In the unlikely
event, that an ALTINEX product needs to be
returned please follow the policy below:
ALTINEX will accept product returns for a period
of 30 days from authorized ALTINEX dealers.
Products must be returned in an unopened
package.
If a product has been opened, the restocking fees
will apply. For the restocking fee amount, please
contact an ALTINEX Sales Representative.
If the product is in your possession for more than
30 days the restocking, fees will apply.
ALTINEX will not accept any returns on cables or
custom products.
If your product is in warranty and needs service,
contact the ALTINEX Sales Department for an
RMA (Return Material Authorization). Products
returned without an RMA number may experience
a delay in service.
If your product is out of warranty and needs
service, contact the ALTINEX Sales Department
for an RMA (Return Material Authorization).
Products returned without an RMA number may
experience a delay in service. The service
charges will be quoted to you before the actual
repairs are done.
11.3 CONTACT INFORMATION
ALTINEX, INC.
592 Apollo Street
Brea, CA 92821 USA
TEL: [phone]
TOLL FREE: 1-800-ALTINEX
WEB: www.altinex.com
E-MAIL: [email protected]
FAX: [phone]