Page 2 - Contents; Welcome
1 SECT 1 Contents Welcome Introduction ................................................................................. 2 Standard AdderLink AV models ............................................. 2Module mixing ....................
Page 3 - Introduction; Standard AdderLink AV models
2 SECT 2 Welcome Introduction The AdderLink AV range of digital signage extenders are designed and built specifically for use wherever high quality video and sound must be faithfully reproduced at distant locations. Mindful of the...
Page 4 - Module mixing
3 AdderLink AV200 pair The AdderLink AV200 transmitter and receiver pair operate in a similar manner to the AV100 series, with the addition of an RS232 serial port. The serial port of the source PC is presented at the AV200 receiv...
Page 5 - Further expansion; Transmitter cascading; Receiver cascading; cascade port. Using; port, the video and; to a third and final
4 Further expansion Transmitter cascading As mentioned earlier, the AV100, AV104 and AV200 transmitters are all capable of supporting additional transmitter modules (and their subsequent receivers). This is achieved using the vide...
Page 6 - What’s in the box; Products in the AdderLink AV range
5 For each AV module: Power supply adapter and country-specific mains cable Self adhesive rubber feet Video cable to connect a transmitter to the source PC and optionally to connect additional transmitter modules in cascade.Adder ...
Page 7 - Module features
6 RECEIVER SKEW GB SKEW RG BRIGHT SHARP LINK OUT 1 01 ADDERLINK O UT O UT Module features TRANSMITTER LINK 2 LINK 3 LINK 4 104 ADDERLINK IN IN Transmitter module (AV104 model pictured) Power supply connection Local video output Lo...
Page 8 - Installation; Locations; section
7 Installation Locations Please consider the following important points when planning the positions of your AdderLink AV modules: • Take care not to exceed the maximum link cable lengths (please refer to the section Making cascade...
Page 9 - Mounting; optional rack mount chassis
8 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. En...
Page 10 - Using the optional rack mount chassis; module and secure it with the countersunk screws.
9 Using the optional rack mount chassis 1 Place the optional rack plate onto the front of the transmitter or receiver module and secure it with the countersunk screws. 2 Orient the module on its side so that its labelled face is t...
Page 11 - Making standard connections; Connections at the transmitter; To connect video and audio from the source PC system; Adder part; To connect a monitor and speakers; Making cascade connections – Cascading transmitters
10 Making standard connections Connections to the AdderLink AV modules do not need to follow the precise order given in this user guide although it is recommended that you do not apply power to the modules until all other connecti...
Page 12 - AdderLink AV104 models; Making cascade connections; Note: AV200 transmitters and
11 To connect the link cable(s) The links between the transmitter and receiver modules are made using between one and four twisted pair cables, specified to Category 5 or higher. Each cable carries video and audio signals to each ...
Page 13 - To connect the power supply; Safety information; To connect the serial port (AdderLink AV200 only)
12 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 ...
Page 14 - Link in; Connections at the receiver; To connect displays and speakers
13 Link in The link from the transmitter to each receiver module is made using a twisted pair cable, specified to Category 5 or higher. When a single receiver is attached to a link cable, the maximum length of that link cable is 3...
Page 15 - To connect a serial device (AdderLink AV200 only)
14 RECEIVER SKEW GB SKEW RG BRIGHT SHARP 200 ADDERLINK O UT O UT 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 particula...
Page 16 - cascade connections; Important limitations when cascading; primary transmitter; Notes; Cascade connection examples
15 Making cascade connections The AdderLink AV series of products have been specifically designed to be flexible in order to support both your immediate and future needs for media streaming. In addition to the standard connections...
Page 17 - Cascading transmitters; To connect cascaded transmitters
16 Cascading transmitters Expansion at the transmitter end is achieved using the video and audio output ports. The signals from these ports are connected to the video and audio inputs of the next transmitter and so on. AdderLink A...
Page 18 - Cascading receivers (AdderLink AV101 only); Video image adjustments; Skew compensation; To connect cascaded receivers
17 Cascading receivers (AdderLink AV101 only) Expansion at the receiver end is made possible using the LINK OUT ports present on AdderLink AV101 receivers. Receiver cascade links are made using twisted pair cables, specified to Ca...
Page 19 - Operation; Indicators; RED; Brightness and sharpness adjustments; To display a suitable high contrast image; Adjustments; To adjust brightness and/or sharpness; Fast flickering
18 Operation In operation, the AdderLink AV modules are designed to be completely transparent - high quality video and audio from the source PC system are played as normal, the only difference is that they are now being seen and h...
Page 20 - To place the AV200 receiver into skew; To create a skew test pattern; SkewTest
19 Skew compensation adjustments (AV101 & AV200 only) The twisted pair cabling used to link the AdderLink AV modules consists of four pairs of wires per cable. Three of these pairs are used to convey the red, green and blue vi...
Page 21 - supplied pattern; Skew RG; Delay; To place the AV200 receiver into skew compensation mode; NOTE: This procedure is not required for the AV101 receiver.
20 To zero the skew adjustment dials When supplied, the two skew dials are set in their neutral positions. i.e. no delay to either of its colours. However, if the module has been previously used and adjusted then you may need to r...
Page 22 - Further information; Troubleshooting; No video image is received at the receiver module.; Getting assistance; Adder Technology website
21 Further information Troubleshooting If you experience problems when installing or using the AdderLink AV modules, please check through this section for a possible solution. If your problem is not listed here and you cannot reso...
Page 23 - with all applicable wiring regulations.; Warranty
22 Safety information • For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only.• Do not use to link between buildings.• Not suitable for use in hazardous or explosive environments or next to highly flammable materials. • Ensure that al...
Page 24 - Single AdderLink AV100 transmitter.; Cables
23 Products in the AdderLink AV range The following items are available within the AdderLink AV product range: • AdderLink AV100 pair (part number: ALAV100P) One AdderLink AV100 transmitter and one AdderLink AV100 receiver. • Adde...
Page 25 - Emissions and Immunity; Canadian Department of Communications RFI statement
24 Emissions and Immunity A Category 5 (or better) twisted pair cable must be used to connect the modules in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunit...
