Audio Authority AVM-71 User Manual

Model AVM-71

Product Focus

SixDrive® Cat 5 HDTV Distribution System

• Distributes audio and video to multiple
zones over Cat 5 cables

• Single-source with six-output distribution,
expandable up to 42 zones

• Delivers HDTV component video, digital
audio, and analog audio to Cat 5 wallplates

he Model AVM-71 SixDrive™ incorporates the key signal paths necessary for premium audio and video distribution systems.

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Consisting of an 1171 MultiDriver and six 9879 Wallplate Receivers, the AVM-71 system distributes component video
at resolutions up to 1080p, as well as both digital and analog audio, over two inexpensive, easy-to-install Cat 5 cables from a
single source to each of six outputs. 1170 Multidriver Expanders and additional Wallplate receivers can be added to expand
system capacity to a maximum of 42 zones. Audio Authority’s Active Gain Equalization (AGE) technology and unique cable length
compensation allows adjustment for the optimal signal strength at any distance up to 1,000 feet from the source, faithfully
preserving the signal’s original color and detail.

Expand your system by adding Audio Authority 1170 Cat 5 MultiDriver Expanders to your AVM-71.
Each stackable 1170 adds six additional outputs to the single source’s signal distribution for up to a
maximum of 42 remote locations. Additional Wallplate/Receivers purchased separately.

AVM-71 FEATURES:

• One input, six Cat 5 wallplate outputs (9879 wallplates
included)

• High bandwidth component video (YPbPr) up to 1080p

• Coaxial digital and stereo analog audio

• Infrared remote jack for IR pathway

• Wallplate powered through Cat 5 cable

• Rack-mount ears sold separately (Model 1191)

• Expandable in increments of six, up to 42 zones

• Provides reliable ground isolation, preventing hum bars

and other artifacts associated with ground loops.

• Compatible with 9878, 9879 and 9880 receivers

1171 rear panel

1170 rear panel

9879 CAT 5 RECEIVERS:

The Cat 5 outputs from Models
1170 and 1171 terminate at 9879
wallplate/receivers which provide
a remote connection point for an
HDTV video and/or audio sound
system. Each wallplate can be
adjusted to compensate for the
cable length up to 1,000 feet.
9879 wallplates come with three
different decora color inserts, and
install easily into standard work
boxes.

SixDrive® Cat 5 Wallplate/Receivers

Audio Authority’s unique selection of thoughtfully designed Cat 5 receivers are easy to install, and provide all the necessary signal types for
HD entertainment systems. Component video, digital and analog audio signals are carried on two Cat 5e/6 cables to each wallplate/receiver.
The active circuitry in the wallplates is powered through the Cat 5 bus, so no additional power supplies are needed at the wallplate locations.
The Cat 5 bus provides a pathway for a 3rd party IR remote control signals. IR signals from receivers at the zone locations are output on the
IR jack on the 1171 rear panel. In addition to the IR jack on the front of the wallplate, the 9879 has a unique auxiliary IR jack on the rear,
allowing IR to be easily routed inside the wall.

STANDARD
SINGLE-GANG
WORK BOX

Cat 5e/6
CABLES

In addition to the 9879 Decora-style wallplate/receiver (above,
center) that comes with the AVM-71 system, Audio Authority
offers the option of using the 9878 stainless steel, dual-gang
wallplate (left) or the enclosed 9880 receiver (right). The three
can be used in any combination with the 1171 and 1170.

AVM-71 MultiDriver rear panel

AVM-71 SPECIFICATIONS:

Model Numbers:
Video Input Connectors:
Video Output Connectors:
Video Bandwidth:
Audio Input Connectors:
Audio Output Connectors:
Audio Bandwidth:
UTP Cable Requirements:

Component video (YPbPr): x1 RCA

Component video (YPbPr) x6 dual Cat 5

Stereo analog, digital optical & coaxial x1 RCA

Stereo analog, digital coaxial x6 dual Cat 5

Category 5e/6 with RJ-45 termination

1171 with 9879

100MHz

10 - 50KHz

9879 wallplate rear panel

Input Signal Resolutions:
Output Signal Resolutions:
Size (H x W x D):
Weight (net):
Warranty:
Power Requirements:
Regulatory Approvals:
Accessories Included:

AUXILIARY,
REAR-FACING
IR JACK

480i/p, 540i/p, 720p, 1080i/p
480i/p, 540i/p, 720p, 1080i/p

1.75 x 16.675 x 9

12.25

One year replacement

18 volts DC

FCC, CE

User manual, power supply

EXPERT AUDIO/VIDEO SOLUTIONS SINCE 1976

2048 Mercer Road, Lexington, KY 40511-1071 USA

Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

Customer Toll-Free USA & Canada: 800-322-8346

www.audioauthority.com

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