Rack Installation And System Setup - AMX Optima Instruction Manual

Rack Installation and System Setup

The Optima Distribution Matrix enclosure can be mounted in a standard EIA 19 in. (48.26 cm) rack.
Rack installation ears are included, and directions for mounting the rack ears are included in the rack
installation instructions (see page 20).
Important: The system requires at least one empty rack unit above and below the enclosure to
allow adequate airflow; three empty rack units are recommended.
Required items for rack installation:
Optional items for rack installation:
Installation Recommendations
Optima Instruction Manual
Enclosure(s)
Standard EIA 19 in. (48.26 cm) rack
Rack ears (with 8 screws per set)
Screwdriver
Screws that fit your rack for mounting the enclosure(s)
Power cord(s)
Link cables and equipment (included with multiple-enclosure systems)
Surge-protector(s) – highly recommended
A laptop computer or PC with a null modem cable
(for communication with the Optima via its Control / RS-232 port)
Write the system's serial number in an easily accessible location before installing the Optima
in a rack. The system's serial number is located in two places on the enclosure: on the left rear
and on the left side of the enclosure near the power receptacle.
Use an earth-grounded power cord / system with the Optima.
Attach all power cords to a single surge protector and/or an AC line conditioner.
Apply power to the Optima enclosure(s) before applying power to its source
and destination devices.
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