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Xantech Dinky Link DL85K Installation Instructions Manual

Xantech Dinky Link DL85K Installation Instructions Manual

Dinky link surface mount plasmalcdledcfl friendly ir receiver

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

DL85K
Dinky Link™ Surface Mount
Plasma\LCD\LED\CFL Friendly
IR Receiver
DESCRIPTION
These small IR receivers have been designed for mounting in very small
spaces. They may be mounted under shelf edges, cabinet ledges, in wall
speakers, etc. – anywhere an inconspicuous appearance is desired. The high
sensitivity of these receivers allows placement behind speaker grilles and still
receive IR commands up to 80 feet away*.
FEATURES
Wire channel for clean installation.
System testing red-talk-back LED.
Includes 789-44 connecting block, power supply, and four 283D emitters
for easy system installation.
SPECIFICATIONS
Infrared carrier frequency bandwidth: 25 - 60 kHz.
Reception range: Up to 80 feet.*
Reception angle: +/- 60 degrees.
Cable requirements: See "INSTALLATION" below.
Max. Transmission length: 1 mile using 18 gauge wire.
Maximum current output: 100mA.
Drives IR emitters through Xantech Connecting Blocks, Controllers, etc.
Dimensions: 2.55" x 0.55" x 0.35" (65mm x 14mm x 9mm).
Power requirements: +12VDC, 10mA.
* Depending on remote control output strength and ambient conditions.
MOUNTING
The IR receiver can be mounted to any flat surface, using the two-sided
adhesive tape supplied.
An additional feature is a wire channel on the rear of the surface mount IR
receiver. This will give the installer the ability to provide clean wire dressing in
any direction.
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Summary of Contents for Xantech Dinky Link DL85K

  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Max. Transmission length: 1 mile using 18 gauge wire. • Maximum current output: 100mA. • Drives IR emitters through Xantech Connecting Blocks, Controllers, etc. Dinky Link™ Surface Mount • Dimensions: 2.55” x 0.55” x 0.35” (65mm x 14mm x 9mm).
  • Page 2 INSTALLATION The 3-conductor inter-room cable (24 gauge up to 200’, 22 gauge up to 600’, QUICK-START 20 gauge up to 2000’, 18 gauge up to 5000’), is run to the main room. A typical system will use an IR receiver, several emitters, and a power supply all connected to a connecting block.
  • Page 3: Included Items

    In addition, a centralized IR receiver means there is only one IR target resulting in improved remote control interaction. Featuring color-coded connectors, a Xantech IR Kit is now an easy to install, and allows a worry-free installation. INCLUDED ITEMS...
  • Page 4 STEP 3: Plug in the 283D Designer Emitters 3.5mm mono mini plug (ITEM C) into the ITEM C: (4) 283D Designer Emitters jacks labeled EMITTERS on the 789-44 (ITEM B) and affix the opposite end to the IR Sensor Window of the controlled equipment. Extra double sided adhesive tape is included.
  • Page 5 IR Troubleshooting Guide Symptom #2: TB LED on IR Receiver (and/or Emitters) Dimly lit or flickering NOTE: Due to the many variables in a given installation, the Cause: Solution troubleshooting countermeasures you will have to take may vary from job Signal and ground wires are to job.
  • Page 6 Symptom #3: TB LED on IR Receiver (and/or Emitters) on solid Symptom #4: TB LED on IR Rec. blinks but 283D or 286D 'Blink' style Emitters do not Cause: Solution Cause: Solution Use a 85 or 95 series Plasma 'Friendly' There may be a short, such as a Receiver.
  • Page 7 Symptom 6: Emitters function but some (or all) components do not respond. Symptom #7: Absolutely No Functionality (How to determine which component is at fault) Cause: Solution Component to Test Instructions Reposition the Emitter so that it is directly With a Multimeter, measure the DC Voltage of the over the components sensor window.
  • Page 8 Limited Warranty Xantech® warrants its products to be free of defects in materials or workmanship. This is a Limited Lifetime warranty from the date of purchase by the original consumer. Any products returned to Xantech and found to be defective by Xantech within the warranty period will be repaired or replaced, at Xantech’s option, at no charge.

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