Altinex ISV30000 User manual

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MANUAL PART NUMBER: 400-0113-001
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ISV30000
1-IN, 1-OUT INTERA COMPOSITE
VIDEO + AUDIO INPUT MODULE
USER’S GUIDE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS...............2
GENERAL .........................................................2
INSTALLATION.................................................2
CLEANING........................................................2
FCC / CE NOTICE.............................................2
ABOUT YOUR INPUT MODULE ..........................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 INPUT MODULE..................6
OPERATION.........................................................8
ACCESSORIES....................................................8
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS...................9
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE..............................9
ALTINEX POLICY...............................................10
LIMITED WARRANTY.....................................10
RETURN POLICY............................................10
CONTACT INFORMATION .............................10

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PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS 1
Please read this manual carefully before using your
ISV3000. Keep this manual handy for future
reference. These safety instructions are to ensure
the long life of your ISV3000 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
ISV3000 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 ISV3000 carefully. Dropping or
jarring can damage internal components. Do
not place heavy objects on top of theISV3000.
•Never install the ISV3000 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
ISV3000 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 INPUT MODULE 2
The ISV3000 is a 1-in 1-out composite video input
module with stereo audio input designed for
installation into a wall. The ISV3000 provides
stereo audio transmission to a main sound system
and the connection of a composite video source to
a distant display (monitor or projector) with minimal
loss of quality.
The front panel of the ISV3000 offers one
composite video loop insulated input and two
computer audio inputs. All signals are passed
through to three RCA female connectors. The
ISV3000 Input Module also has an LED on the
front panel, which is a signal present or power
indicator. The front panel is available in ivory or
white. Model number ISV3000-I is for ivory and
ISV3000-W is for white.
The back panel offers a buffered video output
through a 2-pin terminal block and balanced stereo
output through a 5-pin terminal block connector.
The ISV3000 Input Module has a 2-pin terminal
block for connection to a 9V 500mA power external
adapter also on its back panel.
The ISV3000 is designed to equalize the effects of
75 to 100 feet of coaxial cable completely.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3
FEATURES/DESCRIPTION ISV3000
GENERAL
Inputs
Input Connector RCA Female
Audio Input Connectors 2 RCA Female
Outputs
Video Output Connector 2-pin terminal block
Audio Output Connector 5-pin terminal block
Power
9VDC 500mA supply 2-pin terminal block
C-Video
Compatibility NTSC, PAL, SECAM
TYPE
Table 1. ISV3000 General
MECHANICAL ISV3000
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. ISV3000 Mechanical
ELECTRICAL ISV3000
Input Video Signal
Level 1.5V max.
Impedance 75 ± 1% (terminated)
Output Video Signals
Level 1.5V p-p max.
(terminated)
Impedance 75Ohms
Equalization Optimized for 75ft of
high resolution coax
Frequency Compatibility
Minimum Video Bandwidth -3dB @ 350MHz
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 300 unbalanced,
600 balanced
Drive >10dBu
Power
External Power 9VDC 500mA supply
Table 3. ISV3000 Electrical

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 4

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION (CON’T)
4.1 VIDEO INPUT & OUTPUT
The ISV3000 accepts composite video loop
insulated input through a yellow RCA female
connector and offers a buffered video output
through a 2-pin terminal block on the back of the
ISV3000. The ISV3000 allows a connection to
different types of projectors or monitors using
ALTINEX cables.
PIN No. OUTPUT SIGNAL ON 2-PIN
MALE TERMINAL BLOCK
1Composite Video
2GND
Table 4. 2-pin Male terminal block for video output
4.2 AUDIO INPUT & OUTPUT
The ISV3000 accepts audio input and offers
balanced stereo output through a terminal block
connector on the back panel. There are two red
and black RCA female connectors for 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.
APPLICATION DIAGRAM 5
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 5. 5-pin Male terminal block for audio output
4.3 POWER INPUT CONNECTOR
The ISV3000 Input Module has a 2-pin terminal
block for connection to a 9V 500mA power
external adapter. A selection of several power
adapters is available for different countries from
110 VAC to 240 VAC.
4.4 POWER/SIGNAL PRESENT INDICATOR
The ISV3000 Input Module has an LED on the
front panel, which provides feedback to the user.
When power is connected to the ISV3000,the
LED will turn red. When a video source is
connected to the ISV3000, the LED will turn
green, indicating that the unit is receiving a signal.
See catalog for a list of optional snap-in connectors and wall plate inserts.

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INSTALLING YOUR INPUT MODULE 6
Step 1. Video Signal Cable Preparation
Trim the coaxial cables as shown:
Figure 1: Cable Preparation
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.
The braided shield, now twisted into a single
conductor, should be approximately inch, and
bent such that it is perpendicular to the center
conductor.
Step 2. Video Signal Cable Connection
Place the prepared cable as shown into the cable
clamp just below the video signal terminal block.
Make sure that the coaxial cable may have its
braided shield inserted into the signal return
terminal. Tighten the cable clamp to isolate any
strain on the cable from the terminal block area.
Install the coaxial cable into the terminal. Note that
the twisted shield braid, being slightly shorter than
the center conductor, will act as a strain relief for
the smaller center conductor if the coaxial cable
snags on anything during installation.
Figure 2: The installed video cable
is shown on the right side.
Step 3. Audio and Power Signal Cable
Preparation
Prepare both the audio cables and 9VDC power
cable as shown, trimming about a quarter inch of
insulation from the ends of the wires and stripping
the cable jackets back about one inch.
Note that three wires may be used to provide
unbalanced audio instead of the four-wire balanced
audio configuration, if desired. In this case, trim
the three wires (audio right, audio left, audio signal
return) in a similar manner like that shown above.
Step 4. Audio and Power Signal Installation
Install the audio and power cables in the cable
clamp, allowing an appropriate length between the
Figure 3: Preparation of Audio and
Power Cables

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cable clamp and the terminals such that there is no
tension in the cables. Tighten the cable clamp to
provide strain relief.
The 9VDC power cable must be inserted into V+
and V-, however there is more than one way to
install the audio cables.
For balanced audio, there are four wires: two for
the left channel and two for the right channel.
Insert each channel’s pair into the appropriate
terminals: R+ and R- for the right channel and L+
and L- for the left channel. The center connection
of the terminal block is not required. As a
reminder, note that for this configuration there is a
gain of two applied to the audio signal.
Figure 4: Unbalanced audio cable installation is
shown on the left.
For unbalanced audio, where there are wires for
left audio, right audio, and a signal return, place the
right and left audio into R+ and L+ respectively,
and attach the signal return to the center terminal
of the audio terminal block.
Note that it is also possible to install the four wire
configuration as unbalanced audio: install R+ and
L+ the same way as for balanced audio, but insert
the remaining two wires into the center terminal
instead of R- and L-.
Remember to install the metal cable shield using
two screws on the ISV3000 to protect the cables
coming out of the back.
Step 5. Installation Test
To perform this test, a 9VDC 500mA power supply
is needed, as well as a video and audio source
such as a computer with a sound card. For video
and audio output, a monitor and audio amplifier
(with speakers) is sufficient. Note that the
ISV3000 is designed with compensation for 75 to
100 feet of cable attenuation, so the best image will
be seen with an appropriate amount of cable.
There are a few common items to check before
testing:a) Make sure that the monitor and sound
system works with the source computer
first, before the test of the ISV3000.
b) Make sure that source computer
screen-savers do not shut down the
video source before you are ready to
test the system.
c) Make sure that all connections are good
and the LED on the ISV3000 is lit before
proceeding. The LED should be green
when a valid video signal is present.
d) The very best image quality is observed
when the output of the ISV3000 is run
through 100 feet of cable.
e) Make sure that the source level audio
signal is in a reasonable range, not too
low or too high. For very small audio
output signals, the audio amplifier for
the speakers must necessarily amplify
both the signal and any noise in the
system. For very large audio output
signals, distortion and clipping may
occur. Both the source and the audio
amplifier function best when the audio
levels are set to reasonable midrange
values. This is normal for an audio
system regardless of whether an
ISV3000 is used.
f) If unwanted noise is heard on the audio
circuit, consider some of the alternate
ways of wiring the audio output. Also
examine the system for possible
sources of noise and route the audio
signals as far as possible from the noise
sources.

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Apply 9VDC power to the ISV3000. The LED
should turn red, indicating power but no incoming
video signal.
Connect an active video source to the front of the
ISV3000. The LED should turn green. If the
cabling on the back of the ISV3000 is connected to
a display, you should see an image.
Connect an active audio source to the front of the
ISV3000. If the cabling on the back of the ISV3000
is connected to an audio amplifier with speakers,
you should hear sound.
OPERATION 7
The ISV3000 will operate successfully as long as
all cables are attached properly and other technical
specifications are maintained.
ACCESSORIES 8
Model No. Description
WALL PLATES FOR INTERA SYSTEM
IS10001-W/I 1-Gang Wall Plate
IS10002-W/I 2-Gang Wall Plate
IS10003-W/I 3-Gang Wall Plate
IS10004-W/I 4-Gang Wall Plate
WALL PLATE INSERTS
IS10201-W/I Insert with 2 empty snap-in ports
IS10202-W/I Insert with 4 empty snap-in ports
IS10203-W/I Insert with 6 empty snap-in ports
SNAP-IN CONNECTORS
SN1310-W/I Package of 10 Blanks
SN1303-RJ45-W/I CAT-5 (RJ-45)
SN1304-RJ11-W/I Telephone/ Modem (RJ-11)
SN1310-F-W/I F-Type, Female to Female
SN1301-BNC-W/I BNC, Female to Female
SN1308-4MD-W/I 4-pin Mini-DIN, S-Video
SN1308-6MD-W/I 6-pin Mini-DIN, Control
SN1308-8MD-W/I 8-pin Mini-DIN, S-Video
SN1302-RCAY-W/I RCA w/ yellow stripe
SN1302-RCAR-W/I RCA w/ red stripe
SN1302-RCAB-W/I RCA w/ black stripe
SN1305-MA-W/I Stereo Mini Audio Jack
SN1306-MC-W/I Momentary Contact Closure
Switch
SN1306-LC-W/I Latching Contact Closure Switch
SN1311-GR-W/I Green LED Indicator
Note: The items above must be ordered in
packages of 10.
Model No. Description
MULTI-MEDIA LABELS
MS8301LB Input/ Output label sheets; black w/
white text
MS8302LB Input/ Output label sheets; white w/
black text
MS8303LB Input/ Output label sheets; ivory w/
black text
BACK BOXES
WB1248WM 1-gang metal back box
WB1249WM 2-gang metal back box
WB1250WM 5-gang metal back box w/ 3-gang
device cover plate
WB1251WM
6-gang metal back box w/ 4-gang
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BRACKETS
WB1260WM Adjustable back box bracket (11” to
18”)
WB1261WM Adjustable back box bracket (17” to
26”)
MOUNTING PLATES
WB1266WM 1-gang plastic mounting plate (retrofit)
WB1267WM 2-gang plastic mounting plate (retrofit)
VGA INPUT CABLES
CB3703MR 3 feet, VGA Male to Male
CB3706MR 6 feet, VGA Male to Male
CB3715MR 15 feet, VGA Male to Male
VGA + AUDIO INPUT CABLES
CB901-A3 3 feet, VGA + Stereo Mini, Male to
Male
CB901-A6 6 feet, VGA + Stereo Mini, Male to
Male
CB901-A12 12 feet, VGA + Stereo Mini, Male to
Male
POWER SUPPLIES
PS5503US 9V 500mA Power Adapter
PS5581SM 12V, 4.0 Amp Power Supply
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 9
No: Question Answer
1. How many
feet of cable
can I use with
the ISV3000?
The ISV3000 is optimized for
75ft, but longer or shorter
lengths may be used.
Contact ALTINEX for
information concerning
equalization.
2. May I use cat
cable instead
of coaxial
cable?
No, you can not use cat
cable instead of coaxial
cable because the quality of
the received signal will be
lost.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 10
We have carefully tested and have found no
problems in the supplied ISV3000 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.
•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
twisted pairs cable for 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.

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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 (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 policies 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.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]