Aluratek VGA MM RETRACTABLE CABLE RT300121 User Guide

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Welcome! 
 
Thank you for purchasing the MINI-ME™ RT300-121 VGA 
Retractable Cable. W e know you will find it easy to install, easy 
to use and easy to maintain.  
Our goal is to provide our customers with unique Signal 
Management Solutions® for Audio Visual applications.  
1. Precautions and Safety Warnings 
Please read this manual carefully before using MINI-ME RT300-
121 VGA Cable Retractor. Keep this manual handy for future 
reference. These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of 
your cable retractor and to prevent fire and shock hazards.  
1.1 General 
 The RT300-121 does not contain any user serviceable 
parts inside. 
 Do not disassemble the unit. RT300-121 contains high 
tension spring that can uncoil rapidly causing cutting 
hazard. 
 Only qualified Altinex service personnel is allowed to 
perform cable retractor repairs. Removal of the warranty 
sticker will void the warranty. 
1.2 Installation 
 Use the RT300-121 VGA cable retractor in a dry area away 
from dust and moisture. 
 Do not place the RT300-121 VGA cable retractor in direct 
sunlight, near heaters or heat-radiating appliances, or near 
any liquid. Exposure to direct sunlight, heat and moisture 
will damage internal precision components. 
 Handle the RT300-121 VGA cable retractor with care. 
Dropping, straining, or shaking can damage internal 
components. 
 Do not place heavy objects on top of the RT300-121 VGA 
cable retractor. 
 Follow installation instructions RT300-121 for optimum 
performance. 
1.3 Cleaning 
 Clean surfaces with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not use 
detergents or solvents. 
2. Installation Procedures 
 
Step 1 Mount the RT300-121 onto the AC200-125 or AC221-125 
mounting bracket and secure it with the four 4x40 screws 
provided. 
Step 2 Slide mounting bracket onto the CNK200 or CNK221 exterior 
hooks and secure the thumbscrews with the wing nuts provided 
by the accessories. 
Step 3 Feed retractable cable through the bottom of the CNK unit and 
the faceplate.  
Step 4 Connect the fixed cable to a display or a switcher 
Step 5 Refer to CNK200 or CNK221 user guide for installation 
instructions. 
 
3. Limited Warranty/Return Policies 
 
Please visit Altinex website at www.altinex.com for details on warranty and 
return policies. If you have any questions, please call us at 1-800-ALTINEX or 
714-990-2300. 
 
   
						

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4. Technical Specification 
Specifications are subject to change. Please visit www.altinex.com for up-to-date specification 
 
 
Features/Description  
Inputs  
Video/Audio VGA format 
Outputs  
Video/Audio VGA format 
Compatibility  
Tabletop enclosures CNK200 & CNK221 
Stand-alone mounting Mounting holes with 
4x40 threads are 
provided 
Additional Accessories  
Mounting Hardware AC200-125 for 
CNK200 
AC221-125 for 
CNK221 
 
Table 1 RT300-121 General Specifications 
 
Mechanical  
Dimensions  
Height 4.8 in (122 mm) 
Width 4.8 in (122 mm) 
Depth 1.4 in (37 mm) 
Other  
Normal Pull force 0.3lb (+/- 0.1) 
End of the cable pull 
force 
Max 10lb (+2lb) 
(Damage may occur if 
customer forces retract past 
the end of cable) 
Weight  0.78 lbs. (0.353 kg) 
Color Black 
Material Plastic 
T Operating 10C - 35C 
T Maximum 50C 
Humidity 90 non-condensing 
MTBF (tested) 10,000 retractions 
 
Table 2 RT300-121 Mechanical Specifications 
 
Electrical RT300-121 VGA 
Retractable Cable 
Cable Gauge 36AWG wires, 
32AWG coaxes 
Voltage Rating for Cable 30V 
Power none 
Amplifier none 
Table 3 RT300-121 Electrical Specifications 
 
 
   
						

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5. The MINI-ME RT300-121 VGA Retractable Cable features 
 Convenient, easy to install cable retraction system for 
CNK200, CNK221 interconnect box and stand alone 
 Simple operation for AV connectivity 
 VGA compliant coaxial cable 
 CNK200 supports four MINI-ME RT300-121 units 
 CNK221 supports two MINI-ME RT300-121 units  
 Tested to 10,000 retracts 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The RT300-121 offers a solution for managing VGA cables. The cable assembly was designed to deliver high definition 
video and audio to a switcher or a display. The VGA cable contains built-in amplifier to maintain VGA signal integrity. The 
RT300-121 has 4.0 ft of retractable cable and 4 ft of the fixed length cable. The cable and the retractor has been tested to 
over 10,000 extensions/retractions. The AC200-125 and AC221-125 mounting hardware securely mounts the cable 
retractors to CNK200 and CNK221 table top units. 
 
 
 
 
AC200-125 mounting bracket for the CNK200  AC221-125 mounting bracket for the CNK221 
 
 
   
						

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6. Application Diagram 
 
Diagram 1: Typical RT300-121 Installation and use 
 
 
 Diagram 2: Retractor Side Dimensions 
 
 
Diagram 3: Front Dimensions  
						

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 Diagram 4: Mounted on a CNK200 Front View 
 
 
Diagram 5: Mounted on a CNK200 Side View 
 
 
 
 
   
						

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Diagram 6: Mounted on a CNK221 Front View 
 
  
Diagram 7: Mounted on a CNK221 Side view 
 
7. Operation 
 
7.1 Accessing the RT300-121 VGA Retractable Cable 
After proper installation, no further configuration is 
needed. To connect, simply open the CNK bezel and 
pull on the cable. Connect to desired source. W hen 
finished, disconnect the source and automatically the 
cable will retract back into the bezel. 
 
8. Troubleshooting Guide 
The RT300-121 VGA Retractable Cable supplied was 
carefully tested and no problems were detected. 
However, we would like to offer the following 
suggestions: 
Please make sure that the highest quality cables are 
used in addition to the retractable cable.  
Make sure that no cable or power cord is damaged or 
pinched. If there has been damage, do not use the 
CNK200 or the retractable cable. Please call the Altinex 
Customer Service Department at (714) 990-2300 to 
have the unit repaired.