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- Page 1 DRM2 Mini-Converter Rack-Mount Frame (Mini-Converters Sold Separately) (Optional Active Faceplate) Installation and Operation Guide Version 1.0 Published November 9, 2023...
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Page 2: Notices
AJA® and Because it matters.® are registered trademarks of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with most AJA products. AJA™ is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with recorder, router, software and camera products. Because it matters.™ is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
DRM2 Tech Specs ........ -
Page 4: Chapter 1 - Introduction
Figure 2. 19" rack-mounted DRM2 shown with (optional) Active Faceplate High Capacity Here are some examples of what is possible with the DRM2 using only 3RU of rack space: • 12 independent channels of 4K HDMI to 12G-SDI or 12G-SDI to 4K HDMI conversion •... -
Page 5: Features
• The powered Active Faceplate offers four fans for maximum cooling in higher ambient temperature installations. • DRM2 200W Power Supply supports any combination of up to 12 AJA Mini- Converters. • DRM2 also supports up to 24 AJA FiDO and FiDO-2(T/R/TR) Mini-Converters by using optional DC power Y-Cables, and mounting pairs of FiDOs on single Carriers. - Page 6 Mini-Converters, without concern for heat soak. The Active Faceplate connects to the DRM2 +5V DC power supply using any available DC power connector found on the DRM2's DC Power Harness, although one is provided near the middle of the harness for this use.
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Page 7: Chapter 2 - Installation
Chapter 2 – Installation Included in the Box Basic Order Table 1. Shipping Contents for DRM2 or DRM2-AP Basic Order Item Quantity Notes DRM2 Rack Mount Frame 19" rack mount frame for AJA mini-converters Passive Faceplate (with DRM2 order) Passive or Active Faceplate... -
Page 8: Overview Of Installation
Overview of Installation Rack Mount Frame with Carrier Slots The DRM2 is a standard 19-inch, 3-RU tall, 15" deep rack mount frame with 12 Carrier Slots, into which Mini-Converter Carrier mounting brackets slide into and are secured. Figure 7. DRM2 with empty Carriers in Carrier Slots... -
Page 9: Twelve Mini-Converters Example Configuration
NOTE: For details on the example AJA mini-converter products shown above, see: https://www.aja.com/nav/products-mini-converters Installation DRM Carriers may be shipped pre-installed in the DRM2 frame. If so, first time converter installation requires removing the Carriers from their Carrier Slots inside the frame, in order to subsequently mount converters onto them. See "Remove... - Page 10 Rear Mounting Mini-Converters For each Mini-Converter having rear mounting holes which is to be installed into the DRM2 frame, follow the below steps: 1. Attach the Mini-Converter to a Carrier bracket using two of the Phillips mounting screws provided. Adjust the screw positions through the converter mounting slots in order to align with the mounting holes found in the back of the particular converter.
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Page 11: Installing Converters Into Drm2 Frame
Carrier rear is installed correctly, as described below.) CAUTION: While placing a Carrier into a slot position in the DRM2 frame, be sure to keep all DC power (and any other) cables above the Carrier. Avoid letting wires get caught under a Carrier. -
Page 12: Attach Passive Faceplate
4. (Optional) Secure the Carrier at the rear by using a provided Carrier Rear Screw. Do not over-tighten. NOTE: Add the anti-vibration Rear Screw to a Carrier when the DRM2 rack is to be used in a high-vibration environment (including mobile, or otherwise). -
Page 13: Attach Active Faceplate
Attach Active Faceplate 1. Position the Active Faceplate horizontally just below the DRM2, fans facing upwards in order to bring its power cable close to the DRM2 main DC Power Harness. 2. While supporting the faceplate, connect its DC power connector to any available connector on the DC Power Harness (or to a Y-Cable if used). -
Page 14: Uninstallation
Figure 19. Attaching an Active Faceplate 6. If you have access inside the DRM2 after the faceplate has been secured, such as through an open rack in the rear, then double-check that all fans are clear of wires by inspecting them from behind. If found, re-position the DC wires as needed. -
Page 15: Remove Carrier From Drm2 Frame
Carrier from the rear alignment slot. 7. Lift the Carrier up and out of the frame. NOTE: Avoid catching the Carrier on other cables inside the DRM2 as you move it out of the frame. Remove Rear-Mounted Converter from Carrier 1. -
Page 16: Remove Bottom-Mounted Converter From Carrier
Stacking FiDO Converters Two-High Two FiDO Mini-Converters, given their thermal characteristics, may be mounted directly on top of each other on a single DRM2 Carrier and thus the two converters will use only one Carrier slot in the DRM2 frame. Only the AJA FiDO and FiDO-2(T/R/TR) Mini-Converters are certified for this vertical-stacked configuration on a Carrier. - Page 17 No-Tools Secure Screw Carrier Mounting Bracket 5. Install the Carrier with the two FiDOs into the DRM2 in the usual way. NOTE: See "Installing Carriers with Converters into the DRM2 Frame" on page 11. DRM2 Mini-Converter Rack-Mount Frame Manual v1.0...
- Page 18 7. Install the dual-FiDO Carriers into the DRM2 frame in the usual way. 8. Connect an AJA DC Power Y-Cable to all 12 of the DC connectors on the DRM2 main DC Power Harness. This will provide 24 DC power cables and connectors, supporting the maximum setup of 24 FiDOs.
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Page 19: Usb Connections
Figure 29. Example of a typical powered USB v2.0, 12-port hub AJA Mini-Config USB Device Select When using AJA Mini-Config software and a USB hub, all of a DRM2 frame's connected and powered Mini-Converters may be conveniently accessed from the device select menu: Figure 30. -
Page 20: Appendix A - Specifications
• 19.0" x 15.0" x 5.25" (48.26 x 38.1cm x 13.34 cm) Weight • DRM2 w/12 Carriers, hardware, power harness, and power cord: 9.3 lbs (4.2 kg) • DRM2 Faceplate w/o fans .9 lbs (.4 kg) • DRM2 Faceplate w fans 2.1 lbs (.9 kg) Power •... -
Page 21: Appendix B - Safety And Compliance
A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications du Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. DRM2 Mini-Converter Rack-Mount Frame Manual v1.0 www.aja.com... - Page 22 Fällen der Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist. Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit risque de créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à l'utilisateur de prendre les mesures spécifiques appropriées. DRM2 Mini-Converter Rack-Mount Frame Manual v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 23 This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council (VCCI 32: 2016). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio interference may occur, in which case, the user may be required to take corrective actions. DRM2 Mini-Converter Rack-Mount Frame Manual v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 24 Aviso! Não obstrua nenhuma das aberturas de ventilação. Instale de acordo com as instruções do fabricante. Avviso! Non ostruire le aperture di ventilazione. Installare in conformità con le istruzioni del fornitore. DRM2 Mini-Converter Rack-Mount Frame Manual v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 25 Lo spinotto largo o il terzo polo sono forniti per motivi di sicurezza. Se la spina fornita non si inserisce nella presa di corrente, contattare un elettricista per la sostituzione della presa obsoleta. DRM2 Mini-Converter Rack-Mount Frame Manual v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 26 Aviso! Desconecte este dispositivo da tomada durante trovoadas ou quando não é utilizado durante longos períodos de tempo. Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal produttore, quali il treppiedi e l'esoscheletro. DRM2 Mini-Converter Rack-Mount Frame Manual v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 27 ¡Advertencia! Utilice solamente los accesorios y conexiones especificados y/o vendidos por el fabricante. Aviso! Utilize apenas equipamentos/acessórios especificados e/ou vendidos pelo fabricante. Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal produttore. DRM2 Mini-Converter Rack-Mount Frame Manual v1.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 28 Aviso! Alta Tensão . Esta situação ou condição pode causar danos devido a choques elétricos. Avviso! Alta tensione. Questa situazione o condizione può causare lesioni a causa di scosse elettriche. DRM2 Mini-Converter Rack-Mount Frame Manual v1.0 www.aja.com...
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Page 29: Warranty And Liability Information
AJA Video, with shipping charges prepaid. AJA Video shall pay for the return of the product to the Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the AJA Video service center is located. -
Page 30: Index
Remove Active Faceplate 14 Remove Bottom-Mounted Converter from Carrier 16 Configure Carrier Bracket(s) 11 Remove Carrier from DRM2 Frame Converters into the DRM2 Frame 11 Remove Passive Faceplate 14 Remove Rear-Mounted Converter from Carrier 15 Dimensions 20 Replace the front faceplate 13...
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