ADDERLink LPV154T Manual

							AdderLink LPV154T 
Signage Video Extender
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SECT 1
Contents
Welcome
Introduction ........................................................................\
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Cascading units to support more displays .............................2
What’s in the box ........................................................................\
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What you may additionally need ...............................................3
Installation
Locations ........................................................................\
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Mounting ........................................................................\
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Using the self adhesive feet ...................................................5
Using the rear mounting slot .................................................5
Using the optional rack mount chassis ..................................6
Connections ........................................................................\
.........7
Connections at the transmitter ..............................................7
DDC information .....................................................................7
Connections at each receiver module .................................10
Cascade connections..................................................................11
Video sharpness adjustment .....................................................12
Resetting the transmitter unit ..................................................12
Operation
Indicators........................................................................\
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Status indicators ....................................................................13
Link indicators .......................................................................13
Further information
Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
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Getting assistance ......................................................................14
Safety information ....................................................................15
Warranty ........................................................................\
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Emissions and Immunity ............................................................16   
						

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VIDEO IN
LOCAL VIDEO OUT CA
Tx LINKS UP TO 150m (492 feet)PC
LPV154
POWER
LPV150R
LPV150R
LPV150R
LPV150R
SECT 2
Welcome
Introduction
The AdderLink LPV154T allows you to distribute high quality analogue vid\
eo to 
four video displays, each of which can be up to 150 metres (492 feet) \
away. All 
links are made using simple twisted pair cables (Category 5 or higher)\
 with a 
compact LPV150R module at each remote end. Each remote module converts 
the long distance transmission signals back into high quality analogue v\
ideo 
signals for each display. LPV stands for Line Powered Video, which means\
 that 
all power for the remote modules is fed along the CATx cabling. What thi\
s 
means for you is quick and straightforward installation using compact mo\
dules 
at each remote location.
AdderLink LPV154T transmitter and (up to) four LPV150R receivers driving remote displays in addition to a local monitor
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
LOCAL VIDEO OUT
LOCAL VIDEO OUT CA
Tx LINKS UP TO 150m (492 feet)
CA Tx LINKS UP TO 150m (492 feet)PC
LPV154
LPV154
POWER
POWER
Cascading units to support more displays
If you need to drive more than four 
video displays you can connect up 
to three AdderLink LPV154T units in 
cascade. 
To do this, the local video out port of 
the first AdderLink LPV154T unit is fed 
to the video in port of the next one.     
						

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What’s in the boxWhat you may additionally need
AdderLink LPV154T transmitter
<  Rack mount fascia plate  for modules.  Adder P/N: ALAV-RMK-FASCIA
19” rack mount chassis >Adder P/N: ALAV-RMK-CHASSIS
One to four ALPV150R 
receiver units, as 
required
CD-ROM containing documentation
Power supply adapter and country-specific mains cable
Self adhesive rubber feet
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Safety leaflet
Certain kits may include 
up to four LPV150R 
receiver modules 
Analogue video link cable   
						

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Installation
Locations
Please consider the following important points when planning the positio\
ns of 
your AdderLink AV modules:
•	 Take	care	not	to	exceed	the	maximum	link	cable	lengths	(please	refer	to	the	
section Cascade connections). 
•	 Ensure	that	the	transmitter(s)	is/are	as	close	as	possible	to	the	source	PC	
system and the receiver modules are similarly close to the video display\
s. 
Each receiver module can be connected directly to the video display and \
no 
power is required. 
•	 Wherever	possible,	choose	routes	for	the	CATx	twisted	pair	link	cables	that	
avoid mains power cables. 
•	 Remember	a	mains	power	socket	is	required	for	each	transmitter.	The	
receivers do not require external power.
•	 Consult	the	precautions	listed	within	the	Safety information section.
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Using the rear mounting slot
The slot at the rear of each module allows it to be hung upon a fixed \
screw that 
protrudes from the mounting surface.
IMPORTANT: The internal circuit board is accessible through the mounting\
 slot. 
Ensure that any mounting screws protrudes no further than ½” (12.\
5mm) into 
the module casing - serious electrical damage will be caused if the scre\
w makes 
contact with the internal circuitry.
5mm ( )
0.19
9.5mm0.37
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Using the self adhesive feet
Apply the supplied self-
adhesive rubber feet to the 
underside corners of the 
AdderLink LPV154T module. 
Mounting
Before you begin connecting to the source PC system and display devices,\
 it is 
advisable to mount the AdderLink LPV154T module in place. There are a nu\
mber 
of mounting possibilities for the transmitter module:
•	 On	a	horizontal	surface	using	the	supplied	self	adhesive	feet,
•	 Mounted	on	a	screw	using	the	rear	slot,
•	 Within	the	optional rack mount chassis,
•	 On	inclined	surfaces	using	self	adhesive	Velcro© strips (not supplied).   
						

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Using the optional rack mount chassis
1 Place the optional rack plate onto the front of the transmitter module a\
nd 
secure it with the countersunk screws. 
2	 Orient	the	module	on	its	side	so	that	its	labelled	face	is	the	correct	way	up	
and the securing plate is facing away from the rack. 
3 Slide the module into the required rack position.  
4 The rack mount chassis has a series of holes in its floor that are spa\
ced to 
accommodate the screws on the module’s lower edge. Ensure that the 
screws correctly locate into the holes of the chosen slot. The rack secu\
ring 
plate on the module should now be flush with the front of the rack mou\
nt 
chassis. 
5 Use the supplied (pan-head) screws, in the top hole of the rack securi\
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plate to fasten the module to the rack.    
						

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Connections
Connections to the AdderLink LPV154T and 150R modules do not need to 
follow the precise order given in this user guide although it is recomme\
nded 
that you do not apply power to the transmitter until all other connectio\
ns have 
been made.  
Connections at the transmitter
To connect video from the source PC system
1  Connect the supplied video cable to the socket labelled  on the 
transmitter.
2 Attach the other end of the video cable to the appropriate VGA video 
output socket on the host system.
3	 Optionally,	connect	a	local	monitor	to	the	socket	labelled	.
From VGA video socket on the host system 
Video output socket for connection to optional local video display or for use when cascading multiple transmitters 
DDC information
DDC information about the video displays is not sent from the receiver m\
odules. Instead, 
the transmitter holds a standard set of DDC details which are suitable f\
or most video 
displays. If the standard details are not suitable, temporarily connect \
the transmitter (using 
the  port) directly to the video display that is to be emulated and power o\
n the screen 
and the transmitter. In cascaded installations, only the initial transmi\
tter needs to be taken 
through this procedure. 
If the DDC information is different to that already held, the red indica\
tor (adjacent to the 
LINK4 socket) will flicker rapidly for 2 to 3 seconds while the new inform\
ation is stored. 
If a problem occurs while attempting to harvest DDC information, the red\
 indicator on the 
transmitter will show a number of distinct flashes. Note the number of\
 flashes in case you 
need to contact technical support, but otherwise retry the procedure.
Switches: Switch 4 is used to reset the transmitter unit (see Resetting the transmitter unit). All other switches are reserved for future use.   
						

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To connect the link cables
The links between the transmitter and receiver modules are made using 
between one and four twisted pair cables, specified to Category 5 or h\
igher. 
Each cable carries video signals and power to each receiver module. 
1 Attach the connector of the first link cable (no longer than 150m, 49\
2 feet)
to the socket labelled LINK1 on the transmitter. There should be a click when 
the cable is fully inserted and locked in place.
2 Attach the connectors of the remaining link cables (no longer than 150m\
, 
492 feet each) to the sockets labelled LINK2 to LINK4, as required. 
 IMPORTANT: The signals and power connections sent through the link 
cables are NOT compatible with standard networking equipment 
and could cause damage if connected. Do not connect the 
transmitter or receiver modules to any other devices.
CA Tx LINKS UP TO 150m (492 feet)
LPV154
LPV150R
LPV150R
LPV150R
LPV150R
Link cables to the receiver modulesNote: All of the link ports are independent. The receiver modules may be\
 
connected, disconnected or swapped around in any order without affecting\
 the 
operation of other modules.   
						

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To connect the power supply
NOTE: 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.
1 Attach the output connector of the power supply to the socket labelled 
POWER on the transmitter.
2 Insert the IEC connector of the power cable into the corresponding socket of 
the power supply. 
3 When all other connections have been made at the transmitter and receive\
r 
modules, connect the other end of the power cable to a nearby earthed 
mains socket.