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RT300-134 AUDIO RETRACTABLE CABLE User’s Guide
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the MINI-ME™ RT300-134 audio
Cable Retractor. We know you will find it easy to install, easy to
use and easy to maintain.
Our goal is to provide our customers with unique Signal
Management Solutions® for Audio Visual applications.
1. Precautions and Safety Warnings
Please read this manual carefully before using MINI-ME
RT300-134 audio Cable Retractor. Keep this manual handy for
future reference. These safety instructions are to ensure the long
life of your cable retractor and to prevent fire and shock hazards.
1.1 General
The RT300-134 does not contain any user serviceable
parts inside.
Do not disassemble the unit. The RT300-134 contains a
high tension spring that can uncoil rapidly creating a cutting
hazard.
Only qualified Altinex service personnel are allowed to
perform cable retractor repairs. Removal of the warranty
sticker voids the warranty.
2. Installation Procedures
Step 1 Mount the RT300-134 onto the AC200-125 or AC221-125 mounting
bracket and secure it with the four 4x40 screws provided.
Step 2 Slide the mounting bracket onto the CNK200 or CNK221 exterior hooks
and secure the thumbscrews with the wing nuts provided with the
accessories.
Step 3 Feed the retractable cable through the bottom of the CNK and the
faceplate. Make sure that movable cable clip attached to cable installed
above the plate grommet.
Step 4 Connect the fixed cable to a display or a switcher
Step 5 Refer to the CNK200 or CNK221 user guide for additional installation
instructions.
3. Limited Warranty/Return Policies
Please visit the Altinex website at www.altinex.com for details on warranty and return policies. If you have any questions, please call us
at 1-800-ALTINEX or 714-990-2300.
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1.2 Installation
Use the RT300-134 audio cable retractor in a dry area
away from dust and moisture.
Do not place the RT300-134 audio cable retractor in direct
sunlight, near heaters or heat-radiating appliances, or near
any liquid. Exposure to direct sunlight, heat and moisture
will damage internal precision components.
Handle the RT300-134 audio cable retractor with care.
Dropping, straining, or shaking can damage internal
components.
Do not place heavy objects on top of the RT300-134 audio
cable retractor.
Follow installation instructions for optimum performance.
1.3 Cleaning
Clean surfaces with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not use
detergents or solvents.
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Features/Description
Inputs
Audio
3.5 mm stereo audio
Outputs
Audio
3.5 mm stereo audio
Compatibility
Tabletop enclosures
CNK200 & CNK221
Stand-alone mounting
Mounting holes with
4x40 threads are
provided
Additional Accessories
Mounting Hardware
AC200-125 for
CNK200
AC221-125 for
CNK221
Mechanical
Dimensions
Height
4.8 in (122 mm)
Width
4.8 in (122 mm)
Depth
1.4 in (37 mm)
Other
Normal Pull force
0.3lb (+/- 0.1)
End of the cable pull
force
Max 10lb (+2lb)
(Damage may occur if
customer forces retract past
the end of cable)
Weight
0.78 lbs. (0.353 kg)
Color
Black
Material
Plastic
T Operating
10 C - 35 C
T Maximum
50 C
Humidity
90 non-condensing
MTBF (tested)
10,000 retractions
Electrical
RT300-134 audio
Retractable Cable
Cable Gauge
30AWG/26 AWG
1PAIR /2 conductor
Voltage Rating for Cable
30V
Power
none
Amplifier
none
4. Technical Specification
Specifications are subject to change. Please visit www.altinex.com for up-to-date specification
Table 3 RT300-134 Electrical Specifications
Table 1 RT300-134 General Specifications
Table 2 RT300-134 Mechanical Specifications
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5. The MINI-ME RT300-134 Audio Retractable Cable Features
Convenient, easy to install cable retraction system for
CNK200, CNK221 interconnect box and stand alone
Simple operation for AV connectivity
CNK200 supports four MINI-ME RT300-134 units
CNK221 supports two MINI-ME RT300-134 units
Tested to 10,000 retracts
The RT300-134 offers a solution for managing audio cables. The
cable assembly was designed to deliver audio to a switcher or a
display. The RT300-134 has 4.0 ft of retractable cable and 4 ft of the fixed length cable. The cable and the retractor has
been tested to over 10,000 extensions/retractions. The AC200-125 and AC221-125 mounting hardware securely mounts
the cable retractors to CNK200 and CNK221 table top units.
AC200-125 mounting bracket for the CNK200
AC221-125 mounting bracket for the CNK221
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6. Application Diagram
Diagram 1: Typical RT300-134 Installation and use
Diagram 2: Retractor Side Dimensions
Diagram 3: Front Dimensions
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Diagram 4: Mounted on a CNK200 Front View
Diagram 5: Mounted on a CNK200 Side View
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Diagram 6: Mounted on a CNK221 Front View
Diagram 7: Mounted on a CNK221 Side view
7. Operation
7.1 Accessing the RT300-134 Audio Cable Retractor
After installation, no further configuration is needed. To
8. Troubleshooting Guide
The RT300-134 Audio cable retractor was carefully
tested during production. We would like to offer the
following suggestions:
connect, simply open the CNK bezel and pull on the
retractable cable.
Make sure that no cable or power cord is damaged or
pinched. If there has been damage, do not use the
Connect to a desired source. When finished, disconnect
CNK200 or the retractable cable.
the cable and gently pull and release cable and it will
retract back into the bezel.
RT300-134 is a precision retractor. Once the cable
reaches its end, do not continue pulling on it. Doing so
will damage cable and the retractor assembly.
Please call the Altinex Customer Service Department at
(714) 990-2300 to have the unit repaired.
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