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ADDRESSABLE INFRARED ROUTER
The RT8 Router is a ONE-IN/EIGHT-OUT IR switcher. It directs an infrared control signal to any one of 8
output ports or all 8 as a group. It is intended for selective control of up to 8 TV monitors (or any other
A/V product) from control locations using Xantech IR Receivers and /or SmartPads. The "I" and "G" output
ports provide the ability to drive LEDs placed at each controlled device location so that you can see which
device is being addressed at any given time. The RT8 responds to the Xantech RC68+ (or RC68)
commands and is Code Group changeable by the installer.
POWER
12 VOLTS
200 mA D.C.
5
RT8
ADDRESSABLE IR ROUTER
Fig. 1 Model RT8 Addressable IR Router
FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS
1. Input Terminals: One IR RCVR INPUT on a 4-terminal plug-in connector permits connection of any
Xantech IR Receiver, Keypad, Controller, etc. The Gs and IR IN terminals connect to the floated signal
input of the internal opto isolator. Allows ground isolation when needed.
2. IR RCVR INPUT LED: Green indicator LED blinks with the presence of any incoming IR commands.
3. Output Terminals: Eight IR "O" and "G" emitter outputs and eight "I" and "G" routing indicator outputs
are located on eight 4-terminal plug-in connectors.
The "I" and "G" routing indicator outputs are activated with the selected route. They are current limited
to 10 mA, allowing the direct connection of an LED without the need for an outboard current limiting
resistor.
4. LED Routing Indicators:
These eight red LEDs, located near each of the 4-terminal outputs, come on with the selected route.
They do not blink with signal.
5. Power Jack: 2.1mm coaxial type. 12V DC @ 200mA. Works with one 786-00 Power Supply (not
included) if powered separately from IR receivers and keypads. Otherwise, use a 782-00 Power
Supply.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
RT8
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IR IN
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IR RCVR
INPUT
I = INDICATOR O = IR OUT G = GROUND
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Summary of Contents for Xantech RT8
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
ADDRESSABLE INFRARED ROUTER The RT8 Router is a ONE-IN/EIGHT-OUT IR switcher. It directs an infrared control signal to any one of 8 output ports or all 8 as a group. It is intended for selective control of up to 8 TV monitors (or any other A/V product) from control locations using Xantech IR Receivers and /or SmartPads. - Page 2 • Since the user will require IR commands from other brands of equipment to control the total system, in addition to those of the RT8, all commands should be consolidated into one learning device, for easy use. APPLICABLE RC68+ BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS Routing Commands (1 through 8).
- Page 3 Be sure to set the RC68+ to the same number! IR ROUTING MODES The RT8 has the ability to direct IR control signals to any one of the 8 output ports, or all 8 as a group as follows: 1. Single Routing An IR route to a single port (1 through 8) occurs when a corresponding RC68+ Hand Held Programmer code is sent.
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Page 4: Installation
Shield Covers. 4. When connecting the emitters to the RT8, it is necessary to cut off the mini plugs, strip the leads back about 1/4" (6mm) and connect them to the screw terminals. IMPORTANT: Be sure to connect the white striped side of the emitter leads to the "O"... - Page 5 4. A 789-44 Connecting Block is shown expanding the control signal from the IR jack on the CPL10 Coupler to the RT8 and to emitters on other controlled devices. If you need to drive even more emitters, use the 791-44 Amplified Connecting Block instead of the 789-44.
- Page 6 5. When connecting the emitters to the RT8, it is necessary to cut off the mini plugs, strip the leads back about 1/4" (6mm), and connect them to the screw terminals on the plug-in connectors. CAUTION: Be sure to connect the white striped side of each emitter lead (+) to the "O" terminals on the RT8 IR outputs as shown in Fig.