Setup Guide — MDA 5V, 5SV, 5A RCA
The Extron
MDA 5 series of mini distribution amplifiers distribute buffered
®
composite video (MDA 5V), buffered S-video (MDA 5SV), and amplified stereo audio
(MDA 5A RCA). Unless otherwise stated, these instructions apply to all three of the
amplifiers.
W These instructions provide a quick setup guide for experienced installers.
Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.
1
Front Panel All Models
INPUT
MDA 5V
3
POWER
1
IN
HIGH Z
12V
.5A MAX
75 Ohm
2
LOOP
6
4
2
Rear Panel MDA 5V
Step 1
Turn all the equipment off and disconnect all cables.
Step 2
Mount the unit in a convenient location, in a rack, under a desk, or on a projector mounting system. Follow the
instructions included with the appropriate mounting kit.
Step 3
Connect the external 12 VDC power supply (provided) to the 2-pole, captive screw power
b
connector (
). When power is applied to the unit, the front panel LED (
C Voltage polarity is important. Identify the negative lead by the ridges on the side (see figure
at right).
C Always use a power supply specified by Extron for this unit. Use of an unauthorized power
supply voids all regulatory compliance certification and may cause damage to the supply
and the distribution amplifier.
Step 4
For the MDA 5V:
Connect a video source to the video input (
For the MDA 5SV:
Connect a video source to the video input (
For the MDA 5A RCA:
Connect an audio source to the audio inputs (
the upper input; right channel input goes to the lower input.
3
DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER
OUTPUTS
3
4
5
7
c
), using composite video (BNC) connectors.
c
), using S-video (4-pin mini DIN) connectors.
c
), using unbalanced stereo to RCA connectors. Left channel input goes to
INPUT
OUTPUTS
MDA 5SV
POWER
3
IN
1
HIGH Z
12V
.5A MAX
75 Ohm
4
LOOP
2
2
4
6
Rear Panel MDA 5SV
MDA 5A RCA
1
3
2
L
POWER
12V
.34A MAX
R
INPUT
OUTPUTS
8
2
5
Rear Panel MDA 5A RCA
a
) lights green.
Indicators and
Connectors
a
Power LED
b
Power supply input
c
5
Video input
d
Video loop to local
7
monitor
e
Audio input (left channel
top; right channel
5
4
bottom)
f
High Z/75 Ohm switch
g
video outputs
h
audio outputs (left
channel top; right
channel bottom)
Smooth
A
Power Supply
Output Cord
POWER
12V
.5A MAX
Ridges
A
SECTION A–A