Key Digital KD-CDA3 Operating Instructions Manual

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KD-CDA3 Operating Instructions

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KD-CDA3

HDTV Distribution Amplifier

3-Channel Component Video & Audio Distribution Amplifier

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The KD-CDA3 3-Channel HDTV Component Video & Audio Distribution Amplifier by Key

Digital

is the perfect solution for small video and audio distribution applications. Convenient and prac-

tical, the KD-CDA3 is the ideal choice for high-quality and economical 3-channel Analog signal distri-

bution from any HDTV or SDTV Component Video (YPbPr) or RGBHV Video source including 1080p, as

well as analog stereo or digital (PCM) Audio. It delivers crystal-clear, color-rich, artifact-free, and pristine

HDTV and SDTV images to component HDTV-ready monitors in all video formats, including 1080p. The

KD-CDA3 is the ideal product for driving your HD and SD sources to plasma displays, front and rear

projectors, direct view monitors, and video walls; and can even be adapted for Composite Video and S-

Video SDTV applications. The Output format and resolution = the Input format and resolution. Future-

proof, expandable, 300 MHz Video bandwidth, the KD-CDA3 drives cables up to 300 feet. It is com-

pact and rugged, and comes equipped with its own convenient mounting bracket.

KD-CDA3 with the Key Digital

external Power Supply provided with your unit.

Only operate the

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Page 1: Operating Instructions
HDTV and SDTV images to component HDTV-ready monitors in all video formats, including 1080p. The KD-CDA3 is the ideal product for driving your HD and SD sources to plasma displays, front and rear projectors, direct view monitors, and video walls; and can even be adapted for Composite Video and S- Video SDTV applications.
Page 2 TO THE UNIT. No other Power Supply Adapter can be used with this unit! Using a Power Supply other than the one provided by Key Digital your unit VOIDS THE ENTIRE PRODUCT WARRANTY, may cause damage to your unit and associated equipment, and is a potential safety hazard.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Page 6 Table of Contents Introduction Getting Started Connecting A/V Equipment to your Unit Troubleshooting Technical Specifications How to Contact Key Digital © 2005 Key Digital Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Page 1 of 29 KD-CDA3 Operating Instructions ®...
Page 4: Introduction
Audio for as many input/output combinations. The interface is via the RCA type con- nector array, supporting Component Video (YPbPr) or “VGA” (RGBHV) Video formats up to and including 1080P . The KD-CDA3 can even be adapted for Composite Video and S-Video SDTV applications.
Page 5: Key Features
Your KD-CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier enables 3-channel signal distribution from any HDTV or SDTV Component Video (YPbPr) or RGBHV Video source including 1080p, to HDTV-ready displays. The KD-CDA3 distributes Video and analog stereo or digital (PCM) Audio with the crystal-clear images you’ve come to expect from Key Digital ®...
Page 6: Getting Started
If your source device output is on a VGA connector, you will need a breakout cable to RGBHV on separate RCA connectors; RGBHV installations pre- clude Audio distribution with your KD-CDA3 unit. Once configured, there are no con- trols to operate and the unit will be “transparent” to your entire installation or applica- tion.
Page 7: Connecting A/V Equipment To Your Unit
Output devices to your KD-CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier unit. Setting up your KD-CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier for operation: Your KD-CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier is easy to configure and operate. Simply connect your Input analog Video and analog or digital Audio source, and drive up to three (3) displays.
Page 8 “VGA” outputs on your computer), which typically has separate H&V sync signals. PCM Audio The KD-CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier has one (1) bank of RCA-type Input connectors, and three (3) banks of RCA-type Output connectors. Each of the RCA connectors are color coded to match most “Source”...
Page 9 The “Source” device Outputs should be connected to the jacks marked “Input” on the KD-CDA3. After hooking up the “Source” device to the marked input connectors, the KD-CDA3 will distribute the selected input signal to all of the output connectors.
Page 10 KD-CDA3 Operating Instructions S-Video For SDTV S-Video, simply follow the labels on your KD-CDA3 and connect the Y and color (chrominance) signals. Use the “Y” Input of the KD-CDA3 for the S-Video Y sig- nal. Note that if you may use either the Pr or Pb Input for the S-Video chrominance signal.
Page 11 You may attach the mounting clip provided to a suitable location, and then carefully clip the KD-CDA3 into the mounting clip once the mounting clip is secure. Page 17 of 29...
Page 12: Mounting Information
Amplifier, cascaded with the Key Digital you will need to use one of the three Outputs of the KD-CDA3 to drive the Input of the Input of the KD-CDA6. Hence, you will be able to drive your Source to up to 8 displays (3 - 1 + 6 = 8).
Page 13: Troubleshooting
Validate that all of the connections are made at all points: the Source Output, the ■ KD-CDA3 Input and Outputs, and your Display and Audio system Inputs. Be sure that you have supplied power to the KD-CDA3 unit, using ONLY the Power ■ Supply adapter provided in the package with your unit.
Page 14 H & V connectors. Make sure you have properly connected Sync from the Output jacks of your “Source” to the Input of your KD-CDA3, and that the corresponding Outputs of the KD-CDA3 are properly connected to your Display(s).
Page 15: Technical Specifications
Also distributes a Composite Video (CVBS) signal to up to seven (7) Composite Video displays Distributes Video and analog stereo or digital (PCM) Audio ■ ➾ RGBHV installations preclude Audio distribution with your KD-CDA3 unit No controls ■ Crystal-clear images ■...
Page 16 Two RCA-type color-coded input connectors (L, R) ■ High-impedance (1K ohm) line level inputs ■ RGBHV installations preclude Audio distribution with your KD-CDA3 unit ■ Digital Audio Use the analog Audio Left and Right connectors for digital PCM Audio ■...
Page 17: How To Contact Key Digital
Page 28 of 29 KD-CDA3 Operating Instructions How to contact Key Digital ® Repairs and Warranty Service Should your KD-CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier require warranty service, please ■ contact Key Digital ® to obtain a Returned Materials Authorization (RMA) number Please contact us at either: ■...
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