Contents Welcome Operation Introduction .................2 Indicators..................13 Cascading units to support more displays ......2 Status indicators ..............13 Link indicators ...............13 What’s in the box ................3 What you may additionally need ..........3 Further information Installation Troubleshooting ................14 Getting assistance ..............14 Locations ..................4 Mounting ..................5 Safety information ..............15 Warranty ..................15...
Welcome Introduction The AdderLink LPV154T allows you to distribute high quality analogue video to four video displays, each of which can be up to 150 metres (492 feet) away. All links are made using simple twisted pair cables (Category 5 or higher) with a LPV150R compact LPV150R module at each remote end.
What’s in the box What you may additionally need CD-ROM containing One to four ALPV150R documentation receiver units, as required AdderLink LPV154T transmitter Power supply adapter and country-specific mains cable < Rack mount fascia plate for modules. Adder P/N: ALAV-RMK-FASCIA 19”...
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 Cascade connections). • Ensure that the transmitter(s) is/are as close as possible to the source PC system and the receiver modules are similarly close to the video displays.
Mounting Before you begin connecting to the source PC system and display devices, it is advisable to mount the AdderLink LPV154T module in place. There are a number of mounting possibilities for the transmitter module: • On a horizontal surface using the supplied self adhesive feet, •...
Using the optional rack mount chassis 1 Place the optional rack plate onto the front of the transmitter module and secure it with the countersunk screws. 2 Orient the module on its side so that its labelled face is the correct way up and the securing plate is facing away from the rack.
Connections Connections to the AdderLink LPV154T and 150R 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 transmitter until all other connections have been made.
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To connect the link cables 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 signals and power to each receiver module. LPV150R LPV150R LPV154...
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To connect the power supply NOTE: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information given within Safety information section of this guide. In particular, do not use an unearthed power socket or extension cable. 1 Attach the output connector of the power supply to the socket labelled 2 Insert the IEC connector of the power cable into the corresponding socket of the power supply.
Connections at each receiver module To connect the link cable and video display The link from the transmitter to each receiver module is made using a twisted VGA input connector on pair cable, specified to Category 5 or higher at a maximum length of 150 metres video monitor (492 feet).
Cascade connections Where more remote video displays need to show the same output from the host system, CATx LINKS VIDEO IN FROM HOST it is possible to cascade up to three transmitter VIDEO OUT units to provide control for a total of up to LPV154 twelve screens.
Video sharpness adjustment Resetting the transmitter unit Each receiver module has a video adjustment to control picture sharpness It is possible to reset the transmitter unit either by disconnecting and on the connected video display screen. reconnecting the power input or by using switch 4 of the miniature switch block: To adjust video sharpness 1 On the host system, display a suitable high contrast image (ideally with...
150 metres (492 feet) away. Indicators Status indicators The AdderLink LPV154T transmitter unit is equipped with two main status indicators adjacent to the socket. LINK4 • GREEN: When lit, indicates the presence of power and a video input into the module.
If your problem is not Troubleshooting section then we provide a number of other solutions: listed here and you cannot resolve the issue, then please refer to the ‘Getting • Adder Technology website – www.adder.com assistance’ section.
If the product should fail to operate correctly in normal use during the • Not suitable for use in hazardous or explosive environments or next to highly warranty period, Adder will replace or repair it free of charge. No liability can be flammable materials.
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 immunity to electromagnetic disturbances. All other interface cables used with this equipment must be shielded in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances.
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