CAT5 AV Splitter
User Guide
Audio & Video Splitter
5UM40066 - V1 8/01
Introduction
Minicom Advanced Systems Ltd (Minicom) is a leading
manufacturer of KVM switches for multiple server
control. Minicom also manufactures interactive systems
for Computer Equipped Learning Environments. It is also
the world leader in the development and deployment of
cutting edge CAT5 technology.
The CAT5 AV Splitter
The CAT5 AV Splitter (AV Splitter) system from
Minicom simultaneously broadcasts audio and video
signals to 2 or 4 Remote monitors and speakers up to
250m / 820ft away.
The AV Splitter system is made up of:
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A Central unit – 2 or 4 port model
2 or 4 remote units
The remote units come in 2 different models – The
Remote unit and the Remote Long Range unit.
The Remote unit receives audio and video signals up to
110m / 360ft away.
The Remote Long Range unit receives audio and video
signals up to 250m / 820ft away.
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Features
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Pure hardware Plug and Play
Two Remote models to choose from
Compatible with all major brands of Sound cards
Cascadable
Supports high resolution monitors (1280x1024)
Transmits audio and video signals along CAT5 cable
Individual picture adjustment
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Overview
The AV Splitter system consists of:
A Central unit – either a 2 or 4 port model
Plus the following:
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VGA cable
Stereo Plug cable
Power adapter - either 110V or 220V
Power cord
Remote or Remote Long Range units
Plus the following:
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Power adapter - either 110V or 220V
Power cord
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Use CAT5 cables to connect the remote units to the
Central unit.
Figure 1 illustrates the AV Splitter system configuration
for the 4-port Central unit.
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Monitor
Speakers
Remote unit
ON
9
VAC OFF
PICTURE
MONITOR
TO CENTRAL UNIT
AUDIO OUT
Monitor
Speakers
Remote unit
ON
9
VAC OFF
PICTURE
MONITOR
TO CENTRAL UNIT
AUDIO OUT
Monitor
Speakers
TO REMOTE UNIT
AUDIO
ON
Central unit
9
VAC OFF
LOCAL MONITOR
VIDEO IN
1
2
3
4
IN
OUT
Computer
Computer
Mouse
Monitor
Speakers
Remote unit
Keyboard
ON
9
VAC OFF
PICTURE
MONITOR
TO CENTRAL UNIT
AUDIO OUT
Monitor
Speakers
Remote unit
CAT5
FTP
ON
cables
9
VAC OFF
PICTURE
MONITOR
TO CENTRAL UNIT
AUDIO OUT
Figure 1 The AV Splitter system configuration
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Installing the AV Splitter
system
Before installing the system do the following:
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Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air
conditioners, and machines that are likely to generate
electrical noise.
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Ensure that the distance from the Central unit to each
Remote unit does not exceed the maximum cable
length.
Connecting the Central unit
Figure 2 illustrates the ports and functions of the 4-port
Central unit back panel.
Power
connecter switch
Power
Video In
port
Audio In
port
TO REMOTE UNIT
AUDIO
ON
9 VAC OFF
LOCAL MONITOR
VIDEO IN
1
2
3
4
IN
OUT
Local
monitor
port
Power
LED
RJ-45M
ports 1-4
Audio
Out port
Figure 2 The Central unit back panel
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Connect the following to both models of the Central unit
back panel:
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Monitor’s cable
VGA cable
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CAT5 cables
Speakers (optional)
Stereo Plug cable
Power adapter
Figure 3 below illustrates the back panel connections of
the 4-port model.
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RJ-45M to
Remote
units 1-4
Monitor
Speakers
CAT5 cables
HDD15M
to Local
Monitor
port
Aux Out plug to
Audio Out port
RJ-45M to
ports 1-4
TO REMOTE UNIT
AUDIO
ON
AV Splitter
Central unit
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VAC OFF
LOCAL MONITOR
VIDEO IN
1
2
3
4
IN
OUT
DIN4M to
Power port
HDD15F to
Video In
port
Aux In plug to
Audio In port
VGA cable
MiniDIN6M to
computer's
Keyboard port
Stereo
Plug
cable
D
To wall
socket
Power
adapter
Power cord
MiniDIN6M to
computer's Mouse
port
HDD15M to
computer's
Screen port
Keyboard
Aux Out plug to
computer's
Speaker port
Mouse
Figure 3 The Central unit back panel connections
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Connecting the remote units
Connect the following to each remote unit’s back panel:
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Monitor’s cable
CAT5 cable
Speakers
Power adapter
Figure 4 below illustrates the Remote unit and Remote
Long range unit back panel connections.
Note! The Remote Long Range unit also has a brightness
adjuster (not illustrated in figure 4).
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RJ-45M to
Central unit
Monitor
CAT5 cable
HDD15M
to Monitor
port
RJ-45M to
CAT5 cable
port
ON
AV Splitter
Remote unit
9 VAC OFF
PICTURE
MONITOR
TO CENTRAL UNIT
AUDIO OUT
Speakers
DIN4M to
Power port
Aux Out plug to
Audio Out port
D
To wall
socket
Power
adapter
Power cord
Figure 4 The Remote unit back panel connections
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Operating the AV Splitter
system
To prepare the system for operation:
1. Connect the AV Splitter system.
2. Switch on the computer.
3. Switch on the AV Splitter units.
The computer screen image and audio sound will be
broadcast to all the remote units.
Adjusting the screen picture
When the picture on a remote screen needs adjusting, use
a screwdriver to turn the Picture Adjuster on the remote
unit.
The Long Range Remote unit –
Adjusting the brightness
When the picture brightness on a remote screen needs
adjusting, use a screwdriver to turn the Brightness (BR)
Adjuster on the Remote unit.
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Adjusting the volume
Use the Windows volume control to adjust the volume of
all Remote units simultaneously. Or adjust the individual
speakers at each remote unit.
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Technical Specifications
Resolution
Dimensions
Up to 1280 x 1024 - 75 Hz
Central unit
30mm x 78mm x 224mm
Remote unit
30mm x 78mm x 157mm
Remote Long Range unit
30mm x 110mm x 190mm
Central unit - 450g
Weight
Remote unit - 260g
Remote Long Range unit 575g
External 110V or 220V 2 x
9VAC 2A
Power supply
Up to 500C
- 400C to 700C
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Screens
VGA, SVGA, XGA
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Video Signal: Analog Signal Red Green
Video
Interface
Ω
Blue 0.7Vp-p/75
positive
Sync:
TTL Compatible
Horizontal:
Sync. positive/negative
Vertical:
Sync. positive/negative
75 Ohms
Impedance:
Horizontal frequency:
Vertical frequency:
30-100 KHz
43-100 KHz
Audio specs
Frequency response
V in V out max
20Hz – 16KHz (-3db)
2vp-p
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Headquarters
USA
German Europe
Italy
Minicom Advanced
Systems Ltd.
Minicom Advanced
Systems Inc.
Minicom Advanced Systems Minicom Advanced
GmbH
Systems Srl.
Jerusalem Israel
Tel: +972 2 651 8593
Fax: +972 2 651 8971
New Jersey, USA
Tel: toll free:
+1 888 486 2154
Tel: +1 908 486 2100
Fax: +1 908 486 7788
Zurich, Switzerland
Tel: +41 1 455 6220
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