ADDERLink DV104T Manual

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Receiver connections
Connections to the receivers are made using standard shielded twisted pair network 
cables of Category 6 (S/STP or S/FTP) or better. The use of shielded cables is important 
to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a 
suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances. For best results, Adder 
recommends S/FTP CAT7 cable such as Adder part number VSCAT7-50. 
The...

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Power adapter connection
IMPORTANT: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information 
given within the Safety information section of this guide. In particular, do not 
use an unearthed power socket or extension cable.
To  connect the power adapter
1 Attach the output connector of the power adapter (country specific power supplies 
are available) to the power input socket on the left side of the rear panel.
From power adapter
2...

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Configuration
INITIAL CONFIGURATION
The configuration, monitoring and management of the ALDV104T transmitter and its 
receivers is performed using the in-built AdderLink POD Manager (POD = Proof Of 
Display) which is accessible via the network connection using a standard web browser.
Accessing the AdderLink POD Manager
To access the AdderLink POD Manager
1 Use a computer that is directly or indirectly (i.e. via a network switch) connected...

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Using the AdderLink POD Manager
The browser-based AdderLink POD Manager allows you to configure, monitor 
and manage all aspects of the installation. The System Overview is the first page to 
be displayed and provides a graphical overview of the installation as sensed by the 
transmitter:   
System Overview elements
HDMI Inputs
The line appearance and number colors indicate the status of the two HDMI inputs: 
Both HDMI inputs 
active. 
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Receiver	configuration
Within the AdderLink POD Manager you can access the configuration page for any 
receiver in either of two ways:
• Click the Receiver	Configuration button and then click the required Po r t number 
entry, or
• In the System Overview, click the appropriate screen image.  
The configuration page will be displayed:
The page includes the following:
• An Identify button that will cause the connected receiver to identify...

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Transmitter	configuration
Within the AdderLink POD Manager you can access the Transmitter configuration page 
in either of two ways:
• Click the Transmitter	Configuration button, or
• In the System Overview, click the transmitter image.  
The configuration page will be displayed:
In this page you can:
• Determine the operation mode and how the various receivers and their screens are 
allied with the HDMI input(s),
• Choose which screen...

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To	choose	the	screen	configurations	used	to	inform	the	HDMI	sources
Before an HDMI source can provide video output it needs to be informed about the 
capabilities and requirements of the attached screens. The AdderLink POD Manager lets 
you choose from three different EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) sources:
• Default - A standard EDID retained by the transmitter will be used.
• Cloned and Transparent - Both of these options...

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System	configuration
Within the AdderLink POD Manager click the System	Configuration button to display 
the System configuration page:
In this page you can:
• Configure access details for the network port,
• Manage authorized users and their access passwords,
• Check and upgrade the firmware contained within the transmitter and/or any receiver 
units connected to it.
To	configure	access	details	for	the	network port
1 Access the AdderLink...

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To manage authorized users and their passwords
1 Access the AdderLink POD Manager.
2 On the left side, click the System	Configuration button.
3 Click the User Accounts option. The following page will be displayed:
4 To add or edit a user, select one of the six user 
locations and then click the Edit User button 
to display the following options Ü
5 Enter/edit the required Username and Password. 
• Usernames and passwords can consist of up...

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In operation, most AdderLink DV installations require no intervention once configured. 
The transmitter unit takes care of all connection control behind the scenes and 
AdderLink POD Manager provides suitable management tools for remote monitoring.  
MANAGING THE  INSTALLATION
The AdderLink POD Manager provides a clear and intuitive overview of the installation 
that allows you to take swift action if necessary.
To display the System...