SMART-AVI VCA100 User manual

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Introduction
The VCA100 allows transmission of high definition
video and stereo audio signals over a standard CAT-
5 UTP cable over distances of up to 1000 ft.
Features
Uses easy to install, inexpensive CAT5.
Output reaches up to 1,000 feet.
Resolutions up to 1900x1200.
300 MHz Bandwidth.
Compatible with VGA, XGA, Sun, MAC and SGI
signals.
Sync Format / Polarity Preservation.
High ground loop immunity.
Built-in lightning, power surge and transient
protection.
Designated trimmer in the remote unit to
compensate for cable length.
Compact Metal Case Enclosure.
Remote Units come with Buffered Outputs.
External power supply.
What’s in the box?
Installation Diagram
VCA100 Receiver Installation Diagram
Connecting The TransmitterConnecting The Transmitter
Connecting The TransmitterConnecting The Transmitter
Connecting The Transmitter
1. Connect the output of the computer video card to the
video input of the transmitter using the included male
to male video cable.
2. Connect local monitor to the VGA out of the
transmitter.
3. Connect the audio output cable from the computer
to the transmitter
4. In the back of the unit connect the CAT5 cable that
will connect to the receiver unit.
5. Connect the power supply.
*NOTE: You can not use RS232 and IR at the same time.
Connecting The ReceiverConnecting The Receiver
Connecting The ReceiverConnecting The Receiver
Connecting The Receiver
1. Connect CAT5 cable (coming from the transmitter) to
the back of the receiver.
2. Connect monitors to the VGA out connectors on the
front of the receiver.
3. Connect the speakers to the audio out connectors on
the front of the receiver unit.
4. Connect the power supply.
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Adjusting and Fine Tuning the SignalAdjusting and Fine Tuning the Signal
Adjusting and Fine Tuning the SignalAdjusting and Fine Tuning the Signal
Adjusting and Fine Tuning the Signal
Preparing & Connecting System CAT5 CablePreparing & Connecting System CAT5 Cable
Preparing & Connecting System CAT5 CablePreparing & Connecting System CAT5 Cable
Preparing & Connecting System CAT5 Cable
Following is the wiring standard for terminating CAT 5
cable using RJ-45 connector:
Pair 1 Pins 1 & 2
Pair 2 Pins 3 & 6
Pair 3 Pins 4 & 5
Pair 4 Pins 7 & 8
Connectors:Connectors:
Connectors:Connectors:
Connectors: RJ-45
Capacitance:Capacitance:
Capacitance:Capacitance:
Capacitance: 14 pf/ft (46.2 pf/m)
Conductor Gauge:Conductor Gauge:
Conductor Gauge:Conductor Gauge:
Conductor Gauge: 24 AWG
Impedance:Impedance:
Impedance:Impedance:
Impedance: 100 +/- 15 ohms
4 - Pair
In order to fine tune the
signal, adjust the individual
dials one at a time starting
with GREEN, then BLUE,
and lastly RED. As you turn
the dials you will notice the
colors slightly change as
you increase or decrease
the strength.
VCA100 Transmitter Installation Diagram
XVGA
Cat 5
Audio
Introduction
The VCA100 allows transmission of high definition
video and stereo audio signals over a standard CAT-
5 UTP cable over distances of up to 1000 ft.
Features
Uses easy to install, inexpensive CAT5.
Output reaches up to 1,000 feet.
Resolutions up to 1900x1200.
300 MHz Bandwidth.
Compatible with VGA, XGA, Sun, MAC and SGI
signals.
Sync Format / Polarity Preservation.
High ground loop immunity.
Built-in lightning, power surge and transient
protection.
Designated trimmer in the remote unit to
compensate for cable length.
Compact Metal Case Enclosure.
Remote Units come with Buffered Outputs.
External power supply.
What’s in the box?
Installation Diagram
VCA100 Receiver Installation Diagram
Connecting The TransmitterConnecting The Transmitter
Connecting The TransmitterConnecting The Transmitter
Connecting The Transmitter
1. Connect the output of the computer video card to the
video input of the transmitter using the included male
to male video cable.
2. Connect local monitor to the VGA out of the
transmitter.
3. Connect the audio output cable from the computer
to the transmitter
4. In the back of the unit connect the CAT5 cable that
will connect to the receiver unit.
5. Connect the power supply.
*NOTE: You can not use RS232 and IR at the same time.
Connecting The ReceiverConnecting The Receiver
Connecting The ReceiverConnecting The Receiver
Connecting The Receiver
1. Connect CAT5 cable (coming from the transmitter) to
the back of the receiver.
2. Connect monitors to the VGA out connectors on the
front of the receiver.
3. Connect the speakers to the audio out connectors on
the front of the receiver unit.
4. Connect the power supply.
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Adjusting and Fine Tuning the SignalAdjusting and Fine Tuning the Signal
Adjusting and Fine Tuning the SignalAdjusting and Fine Tuning the Signal
Adjusting and Fine Tuning the Signal
Preparing & Connecting System CAT5 CablePreparing & Connecting System CAT5 Cable
Preparing & Connecting System CAT5 CablePreparing & Connecting System CAT5 Cable
Preparing & Connecting System CAT5 Cable
Following is the wiring standard for terminating CAT 5
cable using RJ-45 connector:
Pair 1 Pins 1 & 2
Pair 2 Pins 3 & 6
Pair 3 Pins 4 & 5
Pair 4 Pins 7 & 8
Connectors:Connectors:
Connectors:Connectors:
Connectors: RJ-45
Capacitance:Capacitance:
Capacitance:Capacitance:
Capacitance: 14 pf/ft (46.2 pf/m)
Conductor Gauge:Conductor Gauge:
Conductor Gauge:Conductor Gauge:
Conductor Gauge: 24 AWG
Impedance:Impedance:
Impedance:Impedance:
Impedance: 100 +/- 15 ohms
4 - Pair
In order to fine tune the
signal, adjust the individual
dials one at a time starting
with GREEN, then BLUE,
and lastly RED. As you turn
the dials you will notice the
colors slightly change as
you increase or decrease
the strength.
VCA100 Transmitter Installation Diagram
XVGA
Cat 5
Audio