ASTRO V 112 Operating Instructions Manual
Version 07-2009A
[1] Slot for output channel filter
[2] Input A
[3] Input B
Device specification
Device specification
The product includes the following parts:
V 112 plug-in card
2 AV twin adapters, 300 mm
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Figure 1: V 112 plug-in card
The V 112 plug-in card is labelled with a CE mark. This confirms that
the product complies with the relevant EC directives and satisfies
the requirements specified therein.
Warranty conditions
The general terms and conditions of ASTRO Strobel GmbH apply.
These terms are listed in the latest catalogue and also on the
Internet at address "www.astro-kom.de".
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Technical specification
Technical specification
The V 112 plug-in card is used for modulating signals from two
audio/video sources into standards-compliant TV signals in the
frequency range 47 to 862 MHz (K2 - K69). It has a common output
converter, i.e. two A/V signals can be processed into two adjacent
VHF or UHF channels of equal channel spacing. Each output
channel can be enabled/disabled independently of the other. This
plug-in card is intended solely for signal processing applications in
the following ASTRO base units:
V 16, software version x.29 and above
Read the following safety advice and operating instructions carefully to ensure you use the card properly.
The V 112 plug-in card has the following technical features:
user-selectable input signal and user-selectable output chan-
nels (can be set in the frequency range 47 - 862 MHz)
the output levels of each plug-in card can be adjusted electro-
nically to the same level using the KC3 external programming
unit or the HE programming software
the input level can be adjusted using the HE programming
software
electronic level adjustment for the output signal
excellent signal quality even after combining thanks to
channel-selective output filters (optional, please see the
"Technical Data" section); the card type and output channel
must be specified when ordering
HINWEIS: The video signals that you input to the card
must comply with the FBAS standard (PAL/CCIR 405-1) and
have a level of 1 Vss. It is essential that you ensure that input
signals lie as close as possible to this level, because although the
input level can be adjusted, there is no automatic level control.
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You should also check when you first put the card into use that
all the channels have the same output level, and if necessary
adjust the level to match other installed equipment.
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Disposal
Disposal
All of our packaging materials (cardboard, packing notes, plastic
films and bags) are fully recyclable. Electronic equipment is not
household waste, but must be disposed of properly, in accordance
with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment DIRECTIVE
2002/96/EC OF THE EUROPEAN COUNCIL AND PARLIAMENT
of 27 January 2003. At the end of its service life, please take this unit
to the designated official collection points for disposal.
ASTRO Strobel is a member of „Systemlösung Elektro“ for the
disposal of packaging materials. Our contract number is 80395.5.
Important information!
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit,
and keep them for future use.
Follow the instructions be l o w to en s u re best possible protection
from immediate danger:
The unit must only be installed and operated by experts (as
specified in EN 60065) or by persons who have been
instructed by experts. Servicing must only be performed by
qualified service personnel.
The hazard and safety information given in the operating
instructions for the base unit, and the relevant safety regulations specified in DIN VDE 0701-1 and 0701-2, must be
observed.
When populating the base unit with different signal converters,
make sure they comply with the maximum power dissipation of
the base unit. If in doubt, please contact ASTRO Customer
Services to check whether the cards you wish to fit are suitable
for the base unit.
HINWEIS: The plug-in cards must only be operated in the
ASTRO base units listed in the "Technical specification"
section.
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Connecting the plug-in card
AUFGABE
[1] Input B
[2] Input A
[3] 15-pin D-sub connector
Connecting the plug-in card
Connecting the card
Follow the steps below to connect the card:
Figure 2: Cable connections
1. Plug each ribbon-cable connector onto the respective input of
the plug-in card (see Figure 2, above).
RGEBNIS:
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The module is now connected and can be installed.
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Fitting the plug-in card
AUFGABE
Fitting an output channel filter
In order to improve the signal-to-noise ratio, you have the option to
fit a selective output channel filter of type V-KF.. to the two outputs
of the V 112 (see "Technical Data" section).
Follow the steps below to fit the output channel filter in the card:
1. Plug a V-KF.. type filter into the slot provided for it on the top of
the card. Make sure that the filter is facing the direction shown
in the figure on the left.
RGEBNIS: You have now installed the output channel filter.
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You need to use the HE programming software or the KC3 programming unit to enable the output channel filter. (Please see the sections "Programming with the HE programming software" and
"Programming with the KC3").
[1] Contact strip connector
[2] IEC male connector
Fitting the plug-in card
VORBEREITUNG:
You need to open the base unit before you can insert the plug-in
card. The operating instructions for the base unit describe how to
open the base unit. Once you have removed the case cover from
the base unit, you can start fitting the plug-in card.
Figure 4 shows the plug-in card once it is fitted.
Figure 4: Plug-in card fitted in base unit
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Fitting the plug-in card
AUFGABE
Follow the steps below to fit the plug-in card in the base unit:
1. Plug the IEC connector [1] and the contact strip connector [2]
(see left) into one of the slots in the base unit, as shown in
Figure 4. Each mounting slot for a plug-in card in the base unit
comprises the mating connectors to fit those on the card (i.e.
an IEC socket and a contact strip socket).
2. Remove one of the pre-punched cutouts made in the base unit
case, which are designed to take a D-sub connector socket [1]
(see lower photo on left). Insert the socket connected to the
cable in the hole, and screw the socket onto the case.
ERGEBNIS:
The plug-in card is now fitted and can be programmed.
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Programming with the HE programming software
Programming with the HE programming software
Activating the V 112 in the HE programming software
Once you have fitted the V 112 plug-in card in the base unit, you can
start programming it. This section explains how you can do this
using the HE programming software. Please refer to the user manual for the programming software for general instructions on how to
use this software. First check whether the card is displayed in the
Overview of the base unit. To do this, select the menu Design –
Displays base unit. The Overview of the base unit now opens
(see Figure 5, below).
Figure 5: Overview of the base unit
If the plug-in card is not available for selection in the base unit overwiew of the HE programming software, open the menu Options -
Favoured plug-in cards (see Figure 6, below).
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