FSR CVD - 144 User manual

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USER MANUAL
CVD – 144 Distribution Amplifier
244 Bergen Boulevard, West Paterson, NJ 07424 •Tel [phone] •FAX [phone] •Web www.fsrinc.com

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PROPRIETARY INFORMATION
All information in this manual is proprietary to and the property of FSR inc.
This publication is protected by the Federal Copyright Law, with all
rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, transcribed, or
transmitted, in any form or by any means, without prior explicit
written permission from FSR inc.

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Operators Safety Summary
The general safety information in this summary is for operating personnel.
Do Not Remove Covers or Panels There are no user-serviceable parts within the unit. Removal of the top cover will expose dangerous voltages. To avoid personal
injury, do not remove the top cover. Do not operate the unit without the cover installed.
Power Source This product is intended to operate from a power source that will not apply more than 230 volts rms between the supply conductors or between both supply
conductor and ground. A protective ground connection by way of grounding conductor in the power cord is essential for safe operation.
Grounding the Product This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord. To avoid electrical shock, plug the power cord into a properly wired
receptacle before connecting to the product input or output terminals. A protective-ground connection by way of the grounding conductor in the power cord is essential for
safe operation.
Use the Proper Power Cord Use only the power cord and connector specified for your product. Use only a power cord that is in good condition. Refer cord and
connector changes to qualified service personnel.
Use the Proper Fuse To avoid fire hazard, use only the fuse having identical type, voltage rating, and current rating characteristics. Refer fuse replacement to qualified
service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Explosive Atmospheres To avoid explosion, do not operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
Terms In This Manual
WARNING Highlights an operating procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc., which, if not strictly observed, could result in injury to or death of personnel. NOTE
Highlights an essential operating procedure, condition or statement.
CAUTION The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literatureaccompanying the appliance.
AVERTISSEMENT! Le point d´exclamation dans un triangle equilatéral signale à alerter l´utilisateur qu´il y a des instructions d´operation et d´entretien tres importantes dans
la litérature qui accompagne l´appareil.
VORSICHT ein Ausrufungszeichen innerhalb eines gleichwinkeligen Dreiecks dient dazu,den Benutzer auf wichtige Bedienungs-und Wartungsanweisungen in der Dem Great
beiliegenden Literatur aufmerksam zu machen.
WARNING The rear panel ON/OFF switch does not disconnect the unit from input AC power. To facilitate disconnection of AC power, the power cord must be connected to
an accessible outlet near the unit. Building Branch Circuit Protection: For 115 V use 20 A, for 230 V use 8 A.
WARNING When the CVD-144 is used in the 230-volt mode, a UL listed line cord rated for 250 volts at 15 amps must be used and must conform to IEC-227 and IEC-245
standards. This cord will be fitted with a tandem prong-type plug.
TERMS AS MARKED ON EQUIPMENT
CAUTION Highlights an operating procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc., which, if not strictly observed, could result in injury to or death of personnel.
CAUTION The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literatureaccompanying the appliance.
AVERTISSEMENT! Le point d´exclamation dans un triangle equilatéral signale à alerter l´utilisateur qu´il y a des instructions d´operation et d´entretien tres
importantes dans la litérature qui accompagne l´appareil
VORSICHT Ein Ausrufungszeichen innerhalb eines gleichwinkeligen Dreiecks dient dazu, den Benutzer auf wichtige Bedienungs-und Wartungsanweisungen in der
Dem Great beiliegenden Literatur aufmerksam zu machen.
NOTE 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 the users own expense.

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INTRODUCTION
The CVD - 144 is the world’s first configurable Distribution Amplifier (D/A). Four independent 1 x 4 D/A’s are integrated
within the 1RU chassis. What makes the CVD-144 unique is the ability to bridge adjacent 1x4 blocks to make a larger
D/A.
In it’s default configuration, the CVD-144’s four 1x4 D/A’s operate independently. By simply flipping the bridge switches,
adjacent 1x4 D/A’s are bridged together and the input of the first block is sent to all of the bridged outputs allowing many
different configurations to suit your signal distribution needs.
Possible configurations include: four 1x4 D/A’s; one 1x8, and two 1 x 4 D/A’s; two 1x8 D/A’s; one 1x12, and one 1x4
D/A’s; and one 1x16 D/A. To insure the highest possible signal quality, all outputs are fully buffered, and the measured
bandwidth, from input to any output, is greater than 350MHz with a flat signal response.
The CVD-144’s extended bandwidth makes it compatible with all analog video signals, including HDTV. In addition, each
of the block’s inputs may be used independently or in concert to distribute composite, component, and S-video. A
universal power supply extends the CVD-144’s compatibility to the world.
FEATURES
•400 MHz video bandwidth •All metal enclosure
•Four bridgeable 1x4 D/A Blocks •Blocks Rack mount ears included
•All outputs are fully buffered •Universal worldwide power supply
APPLICATIONS
•Boardrooms
•Live Event Productions
•Education
•Conferences Centers
•Rental Companies
•Video Conferencing,
and other complex Integration Systems not requiring a matrix switcher

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
•400 MHz video bandwidth •All metal enclosure
•Four bridgeable 1x4 D/A Blocks •Blocks Rack mount ears included
•All outputs are fully buffered •Universal worldwide power supply
Video
Gain: Unity (into 75 ohm load)
Bandwidth: >400MHz (+0.1db/-3db) measured from input connector to output connector
within a block, all outputs connected.
+0.1db/-0.5db 175MHz measured from input connector to output
connector within a block, all outputs connected.
>350MHz (+0.1db /-3db) measured from input to any output connector when
fully bridged , all outputs connected.
+0.1db/-0.5db 150MHz measured from input connector to output
connector when fully bridged, all outputs connected.
Differential Phase Error: 0.04 degrees (NTSC)
Differential Gain Error: 0.04 % (NTSC)
Video Input – Each Block (4 blocks total)
Number/Signal Type: 1 analog video (NTSC, PAL, or SECAM)
Connectors: 1 BNC Female
Video Level: ±0.7Vp-p (nominal): 2.0Vp-p (maximum)
Impedance: 75 ohm
Maximum DC offset: ±1.2V (with 0.7Vp-p signal)
Video Output – Each Block (4 blocks total)
Number/Signal Type: 4 analog video matching input
Connectors: 1 BNC per output (4 total)
Video Level: ±0.7Vp-p (nominal): 2.0Vp-p (maximum)
Impedance: 75 ohm
Maximum DC offset: ±20 MV max
GENERAL
Power AC input: 110/220 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Mounting: Table top or rack mount, rack ears included
Enclosure Type/Size: Metal, 3 RU high,19” wide
CONFIGURATION CHART
(Matrix showing quantity of input x output combinations for 16 maximum outputs)

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CONNECTING THE UNIT
DESCRIPTION OF INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
All video input and output connections are BNC female chassis mount connectors. They will accept anlog video in NTSC,
PAL, or SECAM formats. The power cord entry accepts the supplied IEC power cordset at 110/220 VAC 50/60 Hz.
Typical configuration options are illustrated on the following pages.

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TYPICAL INSTALLATION
Video Camera
VCR OR DVD
PLAYER
LINK
ON
OFF
LINK
ON
OFF
LINK
ON
OFF
FSR
I
O
CVD-144
POWER IN
100-240 VAC
47/63 hZ. 0.5A/.25A
VCR OR DVD
PLAYER
Monitor
Monitor
Monitor
Projector
Projector
Projector
Projector
Monitor Monitor Monitor rotinoMrotinoM Monitor Monitor
Monitor
Monitor
DISTRIBUTION AMP 1 DISTRIBUTION AMP 2 DISTRIBUTION AMP 3 DISTRIBUTION AMP 4
LINK
ON
OFF
LINK
ON
OFF
LINK
ON
OFF
FSR
I
O
CVD-144
POWER IN
100-240 VAC
47/63 hZ. 0.5A/.25A
YPb
Pr
Projector
Projector
Projector
VCR OR DVD PLAYER
USING "COMPONENT"
VIDEO
DISTRIBUTION AMP 1 DISTRIBUTION AMP 2 DISTRIBUTION AMP3 DISTRIBUTION AMP 4
TYPICAL “COMPOSITE” VIDEO APPLICATION
TYPICAL “COMPONENT” VIDEO APPLICATION

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REGULATORY COMPLIACE
UL, CUL, FCC, and CE approvals applied for.
LIMITED WARRANTY
The CVD – 144 Distribution Amplifier is warranted against failures due to defective parts or faulty workmanship for a
period of three years after delivery to the original owner. During this period, FSR will make any necessary repairs or
replace the unit without charge for parts or labor. Shipping charges to the factory or repair station must be prepaid by the
owner, return-shipping charges (via UPS Ground) will be paid by FSR.
This warranty applies only to the original owner and is not transferable. In addition, it does not apply to repairs done by
other than the FSR factory or Authorized Repair Stations.
This warranty shall be cancelable by FSR at its sole discretion if the unit has been subjected to physical abuse or has
been modified in any way without written authorization from FSR. FSR’s liability under this warranty is limited to repair or
replacement of the defective unit.
FSR will not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use or misuse of its products.
Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Warranty claims should be accompanied by a copy of the original purchase invoice showing the purchase date (if a
Warranty Registration Card was mailed in at the time of purchase, this is not necessary). Before returning any equipment
for repair, please read the important information on service below.
SERVICE
Before returning any equipment for repair, please be sure that it is adequately packed and cushioned against damage in
shipment, and that it is insured. We suggest that you save the original packaging and use it to ship the product for
servicing. Also, please enclose a note giving your name, address, phone number and a description of the problem.
NOTE: all equipment being returned for repair must have a Return authorization (RMA) Number. To get a RMA
Number, please call the FSR Service Department (1-800-332-FSR1). Please display your RMA Number
prominently on the front of all packages.
CONTACT INFORMATION
244 Bergen Blvd.
West Paterson, NJ 07424
Phone: [phone]
*Order Desk Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fsrinc.com

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Issue date: 08/02