Kramer Rtbus-27xl User manual

P/N: 2900-301349 Rev 1 www.kramerAV.com

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

RTBUS-27xl

Round Table Connection Bus

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RTBUS-27xl –Contents

Contents

Introduction 1

Getting Started 1

Overview 2

Defining RTBUS-27xl Round Table Connection Bus 3

The RTBUS-27xl Connecting Surface 4

Power Socket Options 5

Installing the RTBUS-27xl 6

Drilling a Hole in the Table 6

Installing the Power Socket 6

Connecting the Cables 7

Mounting the RTBUS-27xl in the Table 9

Using the RTBUS-27xl 10

Technical Specifications 11

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RTBUS-27xl –Introduction

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!

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/RTBUS-27xl to check for up-to-date user manuals,

application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

Achieving 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 RTBUS-27xl away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust.

Safety Instructions

Caution:

•This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other

equipment that is installed inside a building.

•For products with relay terminals and GPI\O ports, please refer to the permitted rating

for an external connection, located next to the terminal or in the User Manual.

•There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.

Warning:

•Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.

•Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause electrical shock! Servicing by qualified

personnel only.

•To ensure continuous risk protection, replace fuses only according to the rating

specified on the product label which located on the bottom of the unit.

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RTBUS-27xl –Introduction

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.

Overview

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer RTBUS-27xl Round Table Connection Bus.

The RTBUS-27xl is an elegant furniture-mounted, round connection bus. The RTBUS-27xl

features a mechanism for pneumatic lifting and smooth closing of its lid. It is easily installed

into a table or podium top, and its interface enables you to connect any equipment to systems

installed in a room:

•C14 power socket opening, suitable for any of the following power sockets: for the USA,

the UK, Germany (the Europlug), Belgium-France, Switzerland, Italy, Australia, Brazil,

Israel, South Africa or “Universal” for use anywhere (see Power Socket Options

on page 5).

Power sockets are ordered separately.

•Two pass-through openings for cables, located on the lower surface, enabling closing of

the lid while keeping the cables hidden and protected under the surface.

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RTBUS-27xl –Defining RTBUS-27xl Round Table Connection Bus

Defining RTBUS-27xl Round

Table Connection Bus

This section defines RTBUS-27xl.

Figure 1: RTBUS-27xl Round Table Connection Bus Front Panel

Feature

Function

Pneumatic Mechanism

Enables automatic lifting and smooth closing of the lid.

Outer Rim

Fits over the table surface.

Lower Surface

Includes two pass-through openings (see The RTBUS-27xl

Connecting Surface on page 4).

Mounting Screws (x2)

For securing the RTBUS-27xl to the table.

Locking Butterfly Nuts (x2)

Tighten to lock the mounting butterfly screw.

Mounting Butterfly Nuts (x2)

Tighten to secure the unit to the table surface.

Mounting Brackets (x2)

Place in the bracket slits after inserting the enclosure into the table –

for securing the unit to the table surface.

Black anodized or brushed

aluminum semi-automatic lid

Covers the connecting surface, leaving the table surface neat and tidy.

Upper Surface

Includes power socket opening (see The RTBUS-27xlConnecting

Surface on page 4).

Mounting Bracket Slits (x2)

Insert the mounting brackets to the slits when installing the

RTBUS-27xl (see Mounting the RTBUS-27xlin the Table on page 9).

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RTBUS-27xl –Defining RTBUS-27xl Round Table Connection Bus

The RTBUS-27xl Connecting Surface

Figure 2 defines the connecting surface.

Figure 2: RTBUS-27xl Connecting Surface

Feature

Function

Detachable Pass-through Bracket

Remove and re-install to insert cables.

Pass-Through Opening and

Bushing (x2)

Insert a cable through the opening and the bushing.

5A MAX. Power Socket

Connects to 90-240V AC power consuming device (see Power

Socket Options on page 5).

Lid Latch

For safely closing the lid.

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RTBUS-27xl –Defining RTBUS-27xl Round Table Connection Bus

Power Socket Options

A choice of power sockets is available for purchase in several versions, including power sockets

for the USA, Brazil, Germany (the Europlug), UK, Switzerland, Belgium-France, Italy, South

Africa, Israel and Australia. A “Universal” socket for general use is also available (see the

compatibility restrictions in the table below). Note that the photos below are for illustration

purposes only.

Power Socket Type

Power Specs

Description

Universal:

TS-201U (80-000043)

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 and so you should order

country specific sockets instead.

Not compatible with South African plugs.

Power Socket Type

Power Specs

Power Socket Type

Power Specs

USA:

TS-201US (80-000046)

100-125V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A

Maximum 5A per power

outlet

Italy:

TS-201IT (80-000047)

100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A

Maximum 5A per power

outlet

Germany and EU:

TS-201DE (80-000044)

100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A

Maximum 5A per power

outlet

Australia:

TS-201AU (80-000050)

100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A

Maximum 5A per power

outlet

Belgium and France:

TS-201FR (80-000045)

100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A

Maximum 5A per power

outlet

Israel:

TS-201IL (80-000053)

100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A

Maximum 5A per power

outlet

South Africa

TS-201ZA (80-000052)

100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A

Maximum 5A per power

outlet

Brazil

TS-201BR (80-000051)

100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A

Maximum 5A per power

outlet

Switzerland

TS-201CH (80-000049)

100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A

Maximum 5A per power

outlet

England

TS-21GB (91-000131)

100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A

Maximum 5A per power

outlet

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RTBUS-27xl –Installing the RTBUS-27xl

Installing the RTBUS-27xl

To install the RTBUS-27xl perform the following steps:

1. Drill a hole in the table (see Drilling a Hole in the Table on page 6).

2. Install the power socket (see Installing the Power Socket on page 6).

3. Connect the cables (see Connecting the Cables on page 7).

4. Secure the unit to the table (see Mounting the RTBUS-27xl in the Table on page 9).

Drilling a Hole in the Table

To drill an opening in the table:

1. Using any standard cup bit drill with a diameter ranging from 111mm to 114mm (4.37in to

4.49in), drill a hole in the table in the desired location.

The thickness of the table should be 3in (76mm) or less.

2. Clean the table surface.

Take care not to damage the table. Kramer AV is not responsible for any damage caused to

the table.

Installing the Power Socket

Figure 3 shows an example of the Universal power socket housing which is one of the

optional power sockets for the RTBUS-27xl, see Power Socket Options on page 5.

To install the power socket (purchased separately):

1. Close the RTBUS-27xl lid.

2. Carefully insert the power socket housing so that

the power socket fits into the power socket

opening on the connecting surface and the four

standoffs fit the four screw holes on the

RTBUS-27xl.

When positioned correctly, the IEC socket faces

forward.

3. Screw the four screws included in the power

socket kit into the designated holes to fix the

power socket housing in place.

4. Unscrew the power connector lock.

5. Connect the IEC power cord to the IEC socket.

Figure 3: RTBUS-27xl Universal Power Socket

Housing

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RTBUS-27xl –Installing the RTBUS-27xl

Connecting the Cables

You can install the cables either before mounting the RTBUS-27xl on a table, or after it is

mounted (usually if the RTBUS-27xl is mounted and you need to replace the cables).

To connect the cables:

1. Unscrew the two detachable

bracket screws to remove it from

the lower surface.

Keep the bushing/s and screws

on the side for later.

2. Insert a cable into an opening

and place the bushing around

the cable.

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RTBUS-27xl –Installing the RTBUS-27xl

3. Replace the detachable bracket

and fix using the two screws and

push the bushing into the pass-

through opening.

We recommend that you use the Kramer C-AC AC Power Cord series to power the unit.

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RTBUS-27xl –Installing the RTBUS-27xl

Mounting the RTBUS-27xl in the Table

To mount the unit:

1. Insert the RTBUS-27xl into the hole

cut into the table making sure the

outer rim is firm against the surface of

the table.

2. From underneath the table, slide the

mounting brackets into the

appropriate slots.

3. Step 3: Tighten the butterfly mounting

screws securely upward against the

table.

4. Lock the mounting screws into

position with the locking butterfly

screws.

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RTBUS-27xl –Using the RTBUS-27xl

Using the RTBUS-27xl

Once the RTBUS-27xl is installed, you can easily customize it to your own needs by directly

plugging in the required AV equipment, as illustrated in the example in Figure 4.

Figure 4: RTBUS‑25xl Boardroom Installation

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RTBUS-27xl –Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

Ports

2 pass-through openings

In lower surface

Power

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 —100–240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A, maximum 5A per

power outlet

Germany and EU —100–240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A,

maximum 5A per power outlet

Belgium and France —100–240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A,

maximum 5A per power outlet

Italy —100–240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A, maximum 5A per

power outlet

Australia —100–240V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A, maximum 5A

per power outlet

Israel —220V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A, maximum 5A per

power outlet

South Africa —220V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A, maximum 5A

per power outlet

Switzerland —220V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A, maximum 5A per

power outlet

England —220V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A, maximum 5A per

power outlet

Brazil —220V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A, maximum 5A per

power outlet

Fuse Rating

T 6.3A 250V

Options

TBUS AC Power Cord

(C–AC/POWERCORD)

power socket kits

Environmental

Conditions

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

Regulatory

Compliance

Safety

CE, UL

Environmental

RoHs, WEEE

General

Net Dimensions

(W, D, H)

13cm x 16cm x 15.4cm

(6.18" x 5.04" x 6.04")

Shipping Dimensions

(W, D, H)

36.5cm x 17cm x 17cm

(14.4" x 6.7" x 6.7")

Net Weight

0.85kg (1.9lbs) approx.

Shipping Weight

1.3 kg (2.9lbs) approx. with mounting brackets

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