AC654A
Component Video 8 Port Splitter
For SD/HDTV
Boost & Send Standard or HDTV
Component Video (YPbPr)
on Cat5 Cable up to 1000 feet away
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
AND CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio
communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at their own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This product complies with the requirements of the European EMC directive 89/336/EEC
Component Video 8 Port Splitter for SD/HDTV
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua – por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio – El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia. 16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un
largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando: A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.
Contents
1.0 Introduction... 5
2.0 Package Contents ... 5
3.0 Installation ... 5
4.0 Recommended Maximum Cable length... 6
5.0 Troubleshooting ... 7
5.1 Contacting Black Box ... 7
Component Video 8 Port Splitter for SD/HDTV
1.0 Introduction
This manual describes the features, setup, and operation of the Black Box 8-port component video transmitter, AC654A. This device can be used to extend SD or HDTV Component Video (YPbPr) over UTP (unshielded twisted pair) cables such as Cat5e or Cat6.
Unlike other extender systems, this device is active and boosts the signal using wide bandwidth (450 MHz) differential (balanced) amplifiers for an unprecedented sharp and clean image.
The unit provides Ground-loop Isolation (GLI) and RFI (radio frequency interference) immunity to prevent 60 cycle video hum or distortion. Most competing extenders provide no common mode rejection at low frequencies and are subject to facility grounding issues and noise pickup.
The active design matches the impedance of the UTP cable perfectly at all frequencies so that there is no image ghosting. Ghosting is a major issue with competing passive extenders transmitting HD signals.
A unique feature of the system is that in most installations only one power supply is enough to power the transmitter and the receivers.
The transmitter unit can supply power to all the receivers connected to them via the Cat5 cable. If the cable is longer than 330 feet or 100 m then the receiver may require a separate supply.
2.0 Package Contents
This unit comes with a power supply (9 vdc), users manual and a HD15 to 3 RCA plug cable.
monitor.
2. Connect the transmitter using one of the supplied HD15 to 3-RCA cables to your video source (e.g. DVD player or Satellite receiver). 3. The AC654A has a local output which can be connected to a display via
another HD15 to 3-RCA cable (Not included, Contact Black Box for additional cables).
4. Connect the AC654A’s RJ45 ports to compatible receivers (Black Box part #AC653) using straight-through UTP or STP cable directly to the Receiver. You cannot connect the Cat5 cable to any other
manufacture’s device or network equipment.
5. Connect the AC653 receivers to the display devices (e.g. LCD TV or Projector). Make sure to match the colors of the YPbPr cables to your display’s input port.
6. Connect the supplied power adapter to the power input connector on the transmitter. Note that only one power adapter is used to power both the transmitter and receivers.
7. Power up the source and destination equipment and check for an image.
4.0 Recommended Maximum Cable length
Depending on the resolution setting of your video signal, we recommend that you limit the length of the Cat5 cable to those shown in the below table. You may still get a picture if you exceed the recommendations, but the image will be degraded.
Max Distance 480i or 576i 1000 ft 480p or 576p 750 ft 720p, or 1080i 500 ft Resolution 1080p 300 ft Table 4.1
Component Video 8 Port Splitter for SD/HDTV
5.0 Troubleshooting
Most common problems are caused by the following:
• You have confused the Transmitter and the Receiver
• You have mismatched the RGB colors on the cable connections to the box and equipment
• You are using a Cat5 cable that is too long or is not straight through
• You have not connected the power supply, or it is not powered
• Your Monitor does not support the resolution that you are sending it (in which case you should check operation without the extender first by connecting your video source directly to the display device)
5.1 Contacting Black Box
If you determine that your extender is malfunctioning, do not attempt to repair the unit. Contact Black Box at 724-746-5500. Before you do, make a record of the problem. We will be able to provide more efficient and
accurate assistance if you have a complete description.
6.0 Specifications
Standards Analog Component Video YPbPr or RGB signals with sync-on-green.
Resolutions All Standard TV and HDTV from 480i to 1080p Video Level 1.0 volt p-p on Y and 0.7 v p-p on Pb and Pr Bandwidth 20 Hz to 450 MHz
Common Mode
Noise Rejection 100 dB @ 60 Hz, 70 dB @ 1 MHz, 50 db @ 10 MHz Max Distance Up to 1000 ft. (305 meters) - See table 4.1 for details Temperature Operating: 32 to 122 Deg F (0 to 50 Deg C);
