Aluratek CableNook Modular Tabletop Interconnect Box Black CNK200 User Guide

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Welcome! 
We greatly appreciate your purchase of the CNK200 Cable-Nook 
Interconnect Box. We are sure you will find it relia ble and simple to use. 
Superior performance for the right price, backed by  solid technical and 
customer support is what ALTINEX has to offer.  
We are committed to providing our customers with  
Signal Management Solutions
® to the most demanding audiovisual 
installations at very competitive pricing and we welc ome you to join the 
ranks of our many satisfied customers throughout the wo rld. 
1. Precautions and Safety Warnings 
Please read this manual carefully before using your CNK200 Cable-Nook 
Interconnect Box. Keep this manual handy for future  reference. These safety 
instructions are to ensure the long life of your CNK2 00 and to prevent fire 
and shock hazards. Please read them carefully and heed  all warnings. 
1.1 General  · 
Qualified ALTINEX service personnel or its authorized  representative 
must perform all service. 
1.2 Installation  ·  
For best results, place the CNK200 Cable-Nook Intercon nect Box in a 
dry area away from dust and moisture. 
·  To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this unit to w ater or moisture. 
Do not place the CNK200 in direct sunlight, near he aters or 
heat-radiating appliances, or near any liquid. Exposu re to direct 
sunlight, smoke, or steam can harm internal components . 
· Handle the CNK200 carefully. Dropping or jarring ca n damage the unit. 
· Never place fingers inside the openings in the back o f the unit. This 
action could cause serious injury because of the sharp  edges inside.  
· Do not place heavy objects on top of the CNK200. 
· Install all cables according to the instructions. 
1.3 Cleaning · 
Clean surfaces with a dry cloth. Never use strong dete rgents or solvents 
such as alcohol or thinner. Do not use a wet cloth or  water to clean the 
unit. 
1.4  FCC Notice ·  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. O peration is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This devi ce may not cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accep t any interference 
received, including interference that may cause unde sired operation. 
· This equipment has been tested and found to comply wit h the limits for 
a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  FCC Rules. These 
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection a gainst harmful 
interference when the equipment is operated in a co mmercial 
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can ra diate radio 
frequency energy and if not installed and used in acc ordance with 
instructions found herein, may cause harmful interfe rence to radio 
communications. Operation of this equipment in a re sidential area is 
likely to cause harmful interference in which case t he user will be 
required to correct the interference at his own expe nse. 
· Any changes or modifications to the unit not expressly  approved by 
ALTINEX, Inc. could void the user’s authority to op erate the 
equipment. 
 
 
 
2. Installation Procedures 
WARNING:  ALTINEX recommends using an experienced prof essional to make the table cutout. Before starting, go to the ALTINEX website at 
www.altinex.com and download the latest table cutout requirements, t emplates, and detailed installation instructions with diagrams. 
Step 1.  Cut an opening into the table for the CNK20 0. Use the template and measurements provided on the A LTINEX website. The CNK200 is designed to fit 
tabletops 0.5 - 3.5 in (13-89 mm) thick. 
Step 2.  Insert the CNK200 into the table cutout and  secure it to the table using the 
brackets and thumb screws provided.  
Step 3.  Prepare cables for use with the CNK200. When  using retaining brackets to 
hold cables in place, it is important to adjust the r etaining brackets close 
enough together to prevent the cables from falling,  but loose enough to 
allow the cables to be pulled up easily.  The cables  should be long enough to 
be pulled up through the CNK200 and reach the equip ment. 
   If using preconfigured or customizable sectional pla tes, the cables need only 
be long enough to mate with the cables/connectors on  the plates. 
Step 4.  If desired, bundle like cables together using  a protective sheath, meshed 
sleeve, etc.  Leave the free ends of the cables long  enough for making 
connections to the equipment on the table. 
Step 5.  Route the cables through the bottom of the u nit to the top. Use the cable 
clamps provided to neatly route and secure the cable s to the bottom of the 
table. 
3. Limited Warranty/Return policies 
Please see the ALTINEX website at www.altinex.com for  details on warranty and return policies. 
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4. Technical Specifications 
Specifications are subject to change. See www.altinex.com for up-to-date information. 
 
Features/Description  CNK200 
Inputs  
  Video/Audio n/a 
Outputs  
  Video/Audio n/a 
Compatibility   
  Cable-Nook Standard and  
  Customizable Plates     CN5000 Series, 
   CNK-IP-100 Series 
  Snap-In Connectors 
   All ALTINEX Snap-In  
   Connectors 
Accessories Included   
  Mounting Hardware    Thumb Screws (2),   
   Mounting Brackets (2) 
Table 1. CNK200 General  
Mechanical 
CNK200 
Hole Sets   23 
Minimum Table Thickness  0.5 in (13 mm) 
Maximum Table Thickness  3.5 in (89 mm) 
Housing Dimensions   
   Height 4.7 in (119 mm) 
   Width 6.0 in (153 mm) 
   Depth 4.7 in (119 mm) 
Bezel Dimensions (surface)   
   Width 7.9 in (200 mm) 
   Depth 6.5 in (166 mm) 
Color  Black 
Material Aluminum 
T° Operating  10°C-35 °C 
T ° Maximum  50°C 
Humidity 
90% non-condensing 
MTBF (calculations)  40,000 hrs (min.) 
Table 2. CNK200 Mechanical      
						

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5. About Your CNK200  · 
Installs easily into tabletop  
· Convenient access to cables  
· Simple, cost-effective interconnect solution  
· Fits table surfaces 0.5 - 3.5 in (13 - 89 mm) thick 
The CNK200 is a simple, effective way of hiding/storin g multimedia cables and connectors and is designed for  boardrooms and conference rooms. Cables remain 
connected to a presentation system enabling the user to  access connections to AC power, video, audio, and other media sources. 
The cables connected to the presentation system under neath the surface can be accessed from the CNK200 by e ither pulling the cables up and out of the top of 
the unit (using retaining brackets) or by plugging ex ternal cables into sectional plates installed in the CNK200.  
Retaining brackets secure cable ends where the brack ets can be adjusted to fit a wide variety of cable sizes.  Cables are pulled out from the top of the CNK200  
when needed and then fed back down under the table  when no longer required. The weight of the cables helps to feed the slack through the unit and the cable 
ends are kept from falling by the retaining brackets.   
The CNK200 sectional plates allow for diverse connecto r configurations. Available plates include combinations of audio, video, computer, and AC power 
connectors, providing extensive flexibility in a con venient package. The sectional plates connect permane ntly to the presentation system. 
The CNK200 Cable-Nook is designed for use with tables  ranging from half an inch to 3.5 in thick. The height of the interior shelf can also be adjusted for 
different depths. The CNK200 comes in a standard matte  black color, or the top of the unit can be finished to match a table on a custom per order basis at an 
additional charge.      
MOUNTING BRACKET
ACCESS DOOR
BEZEL
HOUSING
SUPPORTS
ADJUSTABLE
SHELF HOLES
SAMPLE CONFIGURATION: RETAINING BREACKETS
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6. Application Diagrams  
Diagram 1: Typical Setup 
   
         
						

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Diagram 2: Dimensions Top and Front 
   
6.0
 [153 mm]
4.7
[119 mm]
6.5
 [166 mm]
7.9
 [200 mm]
   
						

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Diagram 3: Side View Dimensions 
   
4.7
 [119 mm]
5.3
 [134 mm]
3.9
 [100 mm]
4.7
[119 mm]
6.0
 [153 mm]
   
						

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Diagram 4: Cutout 
   
4x R.500
 [R12.70mm]
FRONT FRONT
7.360
 [186.94 mm]
6.030
 [153.16 mm]
   
						

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Diagram 5: Twenty-Three (23) Hole Sets 
The CNK200 can be customized for virtually any configuration required. Inside, there are 23 hole sets available for installing preconfigured plates, customizable 
plates, or retaining brackets for holding cables.   
In some cases, it is desirable to have the cables reside  in the Cable-Nook instead of requiring the user to provide their own cables. In this case, retaining brackets 
can be positioned to keep cables installed under the t able from falling below the Cable-Nook’s interior she lf. The user simply pulls out the cable(s) needed and 
connects them to a laptop, iPod, etc. 
Shown below are some typical plate options with reta ining brackets. See our website at 
www.altinex.com for a complete list of available plates and customizable 
snap-in connectors.      
23 HOLE SETS
WITH LID OPEN
TOP INSIDE VIEW
RETAINING
BRACKETS PLATES
POWER
CUSTOMIZABLE
SNAP-IN PLATES
TO HOLD CABLES
STANDARD
PLATES
   
						

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Diagram 6: Mounting 
   
MOUNTING BRACKETS
THUMB SCREWS
Place the mounting 
brackets on the  
mounting supports as  shown in Detail A.
Insert the CNK200 
through the opening in  
the table.
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MOUNTING HARDWARE 
MOUNTING EXAMPLE
TABLE SURFACE
Detail A
Insert and tighten thumb screws as shown until 
the housing is secured  
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7. Operation  
7.1 Accessing the CNK200 
The CNK200 cover opens easily and remains open until all the cables are 
connected. The cover should be closed with the cable s routed through the 
curved opening to prevent damage to the unit and to  prevent liquids from 
entering the opening.   
Additionally, the cover should be closed when not in  use to prevent liquids 
or other debris from damaging the unit. 
7.2 Power/Signal Connections 
Connect external devices to the appropriate connect or from the CNK200.  
Remember, the devices plugged into the AC power conn ectors should not 
draw more than the rated values of the cables and/or  circuit. 
 
8. Troubleshooting Guide 
The CNK200 supplied was carefully tested and no proble ms were detected. 
However, we would like to offer the following suggest ions: 
· Please make sure that the highest quality network cabl es are used.  
· Make sure that no cable or power cord is damaged or p inched. If 
there has been damage, do not use the CNK200. Please  call the 
ALTINEX Customer Service Department at (714) 990-230 0 to have 
the unit repaired.