AMX Optima Instruction Manual page 28

Installation and Setup
Installation Procedure
A flow chart showing the installation sequence is in FIG. 7. The procedure following provides general
steps with references to detailed information found in later sections of the manual.
FIG. 7
Caution: To prevent overheating and airflow restriction, avoid placing high heat producing
equipment directly above or below the enclosure. The system requires a minimum of one empty rack
unit above and below (three empty rack units are recommended). Verify that the openings on the
sides of the enclosure are not blocked and do not have restricted air flow.
To install and set up an Optima system in a rack:
1.
FIG. 8
2.
Tip: When placing enclosures, keep in mind that the optimal viewing angle for a control panel is eye
level.
3.
step 4
4.
5.
* If the installation includes 8x8 DVI boards or 8x8 HDMI boards, see page 23 for additional setup
information.
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Installation procedure
Attach the rack ears per FIG. 8.
Attach rack ears to sides of enclosure
Place the enclosure in the rack and attach front-mounting screws to hold it firmly in place (repeat
for any additional enclosures).
Multiple-enclosure systems – Link them according to the information starting on page 24.
Attach only the first two source and destination devices; see "Attaching Inputs and Outputs" on
page 34 and the "AutoPatch Connector Guide" (shipped with each system).*
Do not apply power to the devices until after the Optima has power (Step 6).
Enclosures with blank front panels – Establish communication with an external control device; see
"Attaching External Controllers" on page 30. (This step is optional for enclosures with front control
panels.)
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