Kramer UTBUS-2XL User manual

USER MANUAL
MODEL:
UTBUS-2xl
Under the Table Connection Bus
P/N: 2900-300455 Rev 3 www.kramerAV.com

UTBUS-2xl – Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Glossary 2
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
4Defining the UTBUS-2xl Enclosure 5
4.1 Power Socket Options 6
4.2 Power Cord Options 7
5Installing the UTBUS-2xl 8
5.1 Installing the Required Wall Plate Inserts 8
5.2 Installing the Cables 9
5.3 Installing the Power Socket 9
5.4 Securing the UTBUS-2xl Enclosure to the Table 10
6Technical Specifications of the Assembled UTBUS-2xl 11
Figures
Figure 1: UTBUS-2xl Under a Table 4
Figure 2: UTBUS-2xl Under the Table Connection Bus 5
Figure 3: Installing the Power Socket 9
Figure 4: Securing the UTBUS-2xl Under the Table 10

UTBUS-2xl - Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of
problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting
professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded
most of our line, making the best even better!
Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined
by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;
GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters;
GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products;
GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors;
GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters;
GROUP 11: Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13:
Audio; and GROUP 14: Collaboration.
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer UTBUS-2xl,which is ideal for boardrooms,
conference and training rooms!

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UTBUS-2xl - Getting Started
2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
Review the contents of this user manual
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/UTBUS-2XL to check for up-to-date
user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are
available (where appropriate).
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-
performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in
signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
Position your Kramer UTBUS-2xl away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.
2.2 Glossary
Universal socket
The Universal socket fits almost all power cords, worldwide
Insert
The insert is fitted in the inner frame. Go to our Web site to check for a
variety of single and dual sized inserts

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2.3 Recycling Kramer Products
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC
aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country
go to our recycling pages at www.kramerav.com/support/recycling/.

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UTBUS-2xl - Overview
3 Overview
The UTBUS-2xl is a furniture-mounted connection bus that is easily installed
underneath a wooden table or podium top. The unit is sturdy, cost-effective, and
easy to install.
The UTBUS-2xl:
Is modular in design, letting you install up to six wall plate inserts, according
to your requirements
Has a dual power socket opening that is suitable for any of the following
power sockets: for the USA, Germany (the Europlug), Belgium-France, Italy,
Australia, Israel, Switzerland, UK, South Africa or “Universal” for use
anywhere (see compatibility restrictions in Section 6)
Order the power sockets separately from Kramer Electronics
Figure 1: UTBUS-2xlUnder a Table

UTBUS-2xl - Defining the UTBUS-2xl Enclosure
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4 Defining the UTBUS-2xl Enclosure
Figure 2: UTBUS-2xl Under the Table Connection Bus
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Feature
Function
1
Blank Plates
Six blank covers that can be replaced with wall plate
inserts as required (see Section 5.1)
2
Power Socket Opening
Suitable for international power requirements (Suitable
for international power requirements (available with
different types of power sockets, ordered separately, see
Section 4.1)
3
Outer Rim
For mounting under the table
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Tie Holes (12)
Insert self-locking ties through the holes to fix the pass-
through cables to the inside walls of the
UTBUS-2xl
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Rim Screw Holes (4)
For fixing the UTBUS-2xl under the table (including two
open screw holes)

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UTBUS-2xl - Defining the UTBUS-2xl Enclosure
4.1 Power Socket Options
UTBUS-2xl supports installing the following power socket assemblies.
Socket Type
Power Specs
Universal:
TS-2U (80-001899)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
USA:
TS-2US (80-001999)
100-125V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Belgium and France:
TS-2FR (80-002299)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Germany and EU:
TS-2DE (80-002199)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Italy
TS-2IT (80-002399)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Switzerland
TS-2CH (80-000026)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
UK
TS-2UK (91-000023)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Israel:
TS-2IL (80-002699)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
South Africa:
TS-2ZA (80-002599)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet

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Socket Type
Power Specs
Australia:
TS-2AU (80-002499)
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
4.2 Power Cord Options
You can order any of the following power cords to use with a modular TBUS:
Power Cord Type
Description
P/N
6ft/110V (North America)
C-AC/US (110V)
91-000099
6ft/125V (Japan)
C-AC/JP (125V)
91-000699
6ft/220V (Europe)
C-AC/EU (220V)
91-000199
6ft/220V (Israel)
C-AC/IL (220V)
91-000999
6ft/250V (UK)
C-AC/UK (250V)
91-000299
6ft/250V (India)
C-AC/IN (250V)
91-001099
6ft/250V/10A (China)
C-AC/CN (250V)
91-001199
6ft/250V/10A (South Africa)
C-AC/ZA (250V)
91-001299

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UTBUS-2xl - Installing the UTBUS-2xl
5 Installing the UTBUS-2xl
This section describes how to:
Install the required wall plate insert items, see Section 5.1
Install the cables, see Section 5.2
Install the power socket, see Section 5.3
Secure the unit under the table, see Section 5.4
5.1 Installing the Required Wall Plate Inserts
By default, the mounting surface includes a power socket opening and four blank
plates for optional video, audio and network connectors. Each blank plate can be
removed and replaced with a Kramer passive wall plate insert or connector
module for interfacing A/V type signals, if required. To install a wall plate insert or
connector module, do the following:
1. Unscrew the two screws
that attach the blank
plate to the connecting
surface and remove the
blank plate (save the
two screws).
2. Place the required wall
plate insert item over
the opening.

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3. Reinsert the two screws
to affix the wall plate
insert in position, and
tighten them.
5.2 Installing the Cables
To install the cables, do the following:
1. Connect the cables to the inside of the unit.
2. Insert the self-locking ties through the tie holes to secure the cables to the
inside walls of the enclosure.
5.3 Installing the Power Socket
To install the power socket:
1. Insert the modular power socket in its place (in this example, a universal
power socket is shown, but you can use any of the available power sockets,
see Section 4.1).
2. Tighten the two screws (supplied with the power socket module).
The power socket is now installed.
Figure 3: Installing the Power Socket

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5.4 Securing the UTBUS-2xl Enclosure to the Table
To install the UTBUS-2xl underneath the table, as illustrated in Figure 4, do the
following:
1. Place the unit to the underside of the table and mark the correct location.
2. Insert the four M4.2X16 wood screws into the four rim screw holes and fix
the UTBUS-2xl to the table.
Figure 4: Securing the UTBUS-2xl Under the Table
The UTBUS-2xl is ready for use.

UTBUS-2xl - Technical Specifications of the Assembled UTBUS-2xl
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6 Technical Specifications of the Assembled
UTBUS-2xl
POWER SOURCE
(AC power limits):
Power Socket Assemblies
Universal
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A per power outlet
Fully compatible with power plugs in the UK, India, Italy and
Denmark, as well as with the 2-prong Europlug.
Partially compatible (if the polarity is reversed) with plugs in
China, Switzerland, Israel and the USA. The universal socket
does not supply grounding to plugs in Central Europe and
France (you should order country specific sockets instead).
Not compatible with South African plugs.
USA
100-120V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Germany and EU
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Belgium and France
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Italy
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Switzerland
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
UK
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
South Africa
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Australia
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
Israel
220V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
Maximum 5A/2.5A per power outlet
FUSE RATING:
T 6.3A 250V
OPERATING TEMPERATURE:
0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)
HUMIDITY:
10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing
DIMENSIONS:
250.2mm x 137.5mm x 65mm (9.85" x 5.41" x 2.56") W, D, H
WEIGHT:
0.7kg (1.54lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES:
Self-locking ties, wood screws
OPTIONS:
Passive wall plates and interfaces, power socket kits,
power cord
Specifications are subject to change without notice at www.kramerav.com

SAFETY WARNING
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening andservicing
For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors,
visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found.
We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback.
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P/N:
2900-300455
Rev:
3