Interspace Industries CountDown Splitter User manual

CountDown Splitter
User Manual
Cueing and Presentation Control Specialists

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Contents:
Introduction 3
Safety Instructions 4
CE Conformity FCC 5
Environmental 6
Operating Instructions 6
Equipment Supplied 7
Technical Support Contact 7

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Introduction
CountDown Splitter is designed to expand CountDown system outputs by
up to 4 times and extend the cabling distance by up to a further 90%. A
single cable run from the CountDown2 main unit to the stage 100m (300’)
away can be easily split out to multiple on-stage display units.
Designed for use with Interspace Industries CountDown2 and Soft
Countdown, CountDown Splitter is an active unit powered by an external
DC power supply (included) and uses standard XLR (mic) cable
connections for easy set-up.
Some applications for CountDown Splitter:
 Extending cable runs that may require in excess of the standard
CountDown system 100m (300’) maximum
 Expansion of a single CountDown main unit cable feed to multiple
on-stage timer display units
 Expanding to provide for timing display units both on stage and
back stage
Expand and Extend Timing Display Units with
CountDown Splitter
We hope that CountDown Splitter exceeds your expectations and
welcome any feedback that you have about this or any of our products.
Thank you.
The Interspace Industries Team
www.interspaceind.com

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Safety Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated and
should be retained for further reference. Please adhere to all the warnings on this product
and in these operating instructions. Please follow these instructions carefully:
Power. Only use the power source indicated on the device. Devices equipped with a
grounded plug should only be used with a grounded type outlet. In no way should this
grounding be disconnected, modified or suppressed.
Power Supply Cord (where applicable). To unplug the device, do not pull the power supply
cord but always the plug itself. The power source outlet should always be near the
CountDown Splitter main unit and easily accessible. Ensure the power supply cord cannot be
walked on or damaged by items placed on or against it. Do not use if the power supply
cord is damaged. Using the device with a damaged power supply cord may expose you to
electric shock or other hazards. Check the condition of the power supply cord regularly.
Contact your dealer or service centre immediately for a replacement if damaged.
Keep Away From Harmful Substances. To prevent the risk of electric shock and fire, do not
expose this device to rain, humidity or intense heat sources (such as radiators or direct
sunlight). Avoid using this equipment in environments where there is excessive heat, dust,
moisture, chemicals, vibration or mechanical shocks.
Slots and Openings. These are designed into the device for ventilation and to avoid
overheating. Always ensure these openings remain clear. Do not attempt to insert
anything into these openings under any circumstances. If liquids have been spilled on,
or objects have fallen into the product it must be checked by a qualified technician before re-
using.
Connections. All inputs and outputs (except for power input) are TBTS defined under
EN60950.
 DO NOT OPEN SYSTEM DUE TO POSSIBLE HIGH VOLTAGE.
 DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER.
If you have any queries regarding these safety instructions or how to maintain the unit,
please do not hesitate to contact us on:
[phone]
Servicing. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers and
screws may expose you to electric shocks or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that the product
CDSPLITTER
Conform to the following standards:
EN 62368-1:2014 Audio/Video, Information ,
Communication technology equipment—Part 1: Safety Requirements
EN 55103-1:2009 (Emissions) / EN 55103-2:2009 (Immunity)
Following the provisions of the EEC Directive 2014/30/EU and 2014/35/EU
Issued on: Date April 2016
Dave Humphrys
CEO, Interspace Industries
Interspace Industries
Unit 7, 41 Brownfields
Welwyn Garden City
Herts
AL7 1AN, UK
Federal Communications Commission
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

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Environmental
WEEE and RoHS2 Compliance. CountDown Splitter and its associated
accessories have been manufactured and sold in accordance with the
requirements of the EC WEEE and RoHS2 directives. Please return all
end-of-life items to your supplier, or Interspace Industries directly, for
appropriate disposal.
Packaging Materials:
Cardboard box: Grade 150 K/T ‘B’ (Single Walled Corrugated - Brown
Kraft)
Protective Foam: Grade HLB 22 Grey Foam (High Load Bearing)
Operating instructions
Unpacking and Connections.
Unpack the Main Unit and place on a flat surface within easy access for
the power supply and signal cabling.
Power.
Plug the DC adaptor to a mains power source. Connect the DC adaptor to
the DC input on the rear panel of CountDown Splitter and turn on the main
power. The yellow LED on the front panel will illuminate to show power is
now connected.
Input and Output Connections (refer Fig 1).
CountDown Splitter accepts a male 3-pin XLR plug carrying the
CountDown2 or Soft CountDown main unit signal input, and provides for 4
x 3-pin XLR female socket outputs.
Multiple Extensions.
Multiple CountDown Splitters can be daisy-chain linked to further expand
and/or extend cabling to remote display units.
Cable Run Lengths.
Each CountDown Splitter unit can safely extend to an overall combined
output cable length of up to 90m when using professional grade XLR (mic)
cables.

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Equipment Supplied
1 x CountDown Splitter Main Unit
1 x DC Power Supply
For Technical Support or Sales Enquiries:
Interspace Industries Head Office:
[phone]
Emergency Technical Support Hot Line:
[phone]
Website:
www.interspaceind.com
Figure 1 Connections Diagram

Interspace Industries
Unit 7, 41 Brownfields
Welwyn Garden City
Herts
AL7 1AN, UK
Tel: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
www.interspaceind.com