Ecler DVA User Manual [en, de, es, fr]

USER MANUAL
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
NOTICE D'UTILISATION
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

LIST OF CONTENTS

1. IMPORTANT REMARK 04

1.1. Precautions 04

2. INTRODUCTION 04

3. INSTALLATION 04

3.1. Placement and mounting 04

3.2. Connectable video sources 05

3.3. Connectable audio sources 05

3.4. Start up 05

3.5. Settings 06

4. CONSIDERATIONS 06

4.1. Ground loops 06

4.2. Background noise 06

4.3. Cleaning 06

5. FUNCTION LIST 07

6. FUNCTION DIAGRAM 07

7. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 23

8. SIDE POSITION 23

9. BLOCK DIAGRAM 24

All numbers subject to variation due to production tolerances. ECLER SA reserves the right to make
changes or improvements in manufacturing or design which may affect specifications.

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1. IMPORTANT REMARK
Congratulations! You are the owner of a carefully designed and manufactured equipment.

We thank you for having purchased a DVA1-5c or DVA2-10c Distributor. It is VERY IMPORTANT
that you read this manual before connecting the device in order to obtain its maximum performance.

We recommend our authorised Technical Services whenever any maintenance task should

be needed so that optimum operation shall be achieved.

1.1. Precautions

The DVA1-5c and DVA2-10c must be earthed through its mains cable.
Do not expose the unit to rain or water splashes, and do not place liquid containers or

incandescent objects like candles on top of the unit.
Should any connection / disconnection task be done, always disconnect the unit from the mains
supply.

There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit.

2. INTRODUCTION

The DVA1-5c and DVA2-10c distribution amplifiers are a versatile accessory for every
setup which requires distribution of audio/video signals (VCR, cameras, etc.) to various monitors or
video projectors, ensuring minimal loss, maximal audio/video quality and a guaranteed reliability.

The DVA1-5c features one video input, one stereo audio input, five video outputs and five
stereo audio outputs, with general adjustments for the video, chrominance and audio signal.

The DVA2-10c is in fact two DVA1-5c units stacked into one chassis and can be operated
as two totally independent DVA1-5c or as a single one input - 10 outputs distribution amplifier.

3. INSTALLATION

3.1. Placement and mounting

The DVA1-5c distribution amplifier has a minirack-sized unit. However, with the PUM3
accessory, two minirack modules (9,5'' x 44 mm) can be assembled together into one rack unit (19'').
With the PPM1 and PUM3 accessories you can rack-mount one minirack-sized module.

The DVA2-10c distribution amplifier has a standard rack size (19'', 1U). All these devices
can therefore be mounted into standard rack cases.

As a general rule of thumb, all connections should be held as short as possible using high
quality cables and connectors in order to avoid noise and signal attenuation. Always try to place the
device as far away as possible from noise sources (dimmers, engines, etc...) and mains wires. For
the very same reason, and under any circumstance, should you ever remove the unit's metallic
cover.

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The DVA1-5c / DVA2-10c operates under voltages between 90 and 264 V at 47 to 63 Hz.
This devices features an over dimensioned power supply that adapts to the mains voltage in any
country of the world with no need to make any adjustments.

The power consumption of the DVA1-5c and DVA2-10c is very low, so they don't need any
cooling, but you should avoid extreme temperatures and the atmosphere should be as dry and
dust-free as possible.

In order to protect the unit from an eventual electrical overload it carries a 500mA fuse
(10). Should it ever blow up, unplug the unit from mains and replace it with an identical one. If the
new fuse blows again contact immediately with our Authorized Technical Service. YOU MUST
NEVER USE A HIGHER VALUE FUSE.

3.2. Connectable video sources

ECLERs video accessories accept any composite baseband video signal under one colour
standard (PAL, NTSC or SECAM)

Video Cassette Recorders (VCRs)

The video signal should be taken from the corresponding output and be connected to the
input(s) via a 75 Ohm impedance coaxial cable with BNC connector at the, DVA1-5c (6) or
DVA2-10c (17-14) end. The normalized nominal video level is 1Vpp.

The corresponding audio inputs connect to the RCA sockets DVA1-5c (8-13) or DVA2-10c
(19-27) (16-23). The audio connections should be done with shielded audio cable using RCA (Cinch)
type connectors.

Cameras

The connection of video cameras is similar to that of VCRs. It's necessary that the camera
provides separate audio and video outputs.

Monitors and video projectors

The connection is also similar to that of VCRs, connecting video and audio separately.

3.3. Connectable audio sources

Any unbalanced audio signal may be input. This input has a unity gain, i.e. the incoming
audio signal is not modified unless you use the GAIN ADJ control with ±6dB range found on the
DVA1-5c and DVA2-10c.

3.4. Start up

Power up the unit by pushing the switch labelled POWER (5) and the pilot-light inside the
switch will light up, indicating that the unit is functional. These units are highly reliable, bear in mind
that a not perfect quality may be caused by poor quality cables.

The DVA2-10c features an extra switch (24) located on the back panel which selects the
operating mode: either 1 input and 10 outputs or 2 x 1 input and 5 outputs independent.

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3.5. Settings

These controls let you individually adjust the video (3), chrominance (4) and audio (1-2)
levels. These settings should only be modified by a qualified technician, with the appropriate
measuring instruments.

4. CONSIDERATIONS

4.1. Ground loops

Ensure at all times that no signal sources reaching the device and no devices connected to
its inputs have their earths interconnected; that is, earth should never reach them via two or more
different paths, as this could lead to humming which could even interfere with the video reproduction
quality. In order to avoid earth loops, ensure that the shieldings of cables, if connected to the
chassis, are never connected with each other.

4.2. Background noise

The use of active circuitry can yield, depending on the configuration, to a significant noise
level. The DVA1-5c and DVA2-10c distribution amplifiers have been designed for the minimum
possible noise. Anyway, the noise level will always depend on the correct use and installation of the
unit.

4.3. Cleaning

The front panel should not be cleaned with dissolvent or abrasive substances because
silk-printing could be damaged. To clean it, use a soft cloth slightly wet with water and neutral liquid
soap; dry it with a clean cloth. Be careful that water never gets into the amplifier through the holes of
the front panel.

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5. FUNCTION LIST

1. Left channel audio gain, AUDIO ADJ L

2. Right channel audio gain, AUDIO ADJ R

3. Video gain, VIDEO ADJ

4. Chrominance gain, CHROMA ADJ

5. Power switch and pilot light, POWER

6. Video input, INPUT

7. Left channel audio output, OUT 1-5

8. Left channel audio input, INPUT

9. Mains plug base

10. Fuse holder

11. Video output, OUT 1-5

12. Right audio channel output, OUT 1-5

13. Right audio channel input, INPUT

14. Video input, INPUT

15. Left audio channel output OUT 1-5 (6-10)

16. Left channel audio input, INPUT

17. Video input, INPUT (1-10)

18. Left channel audio output, OUT 1-5

19. Left channel audio input, INPUT (1-10)

20. Ground connection terminal, GND

21. Video output, OUT 1-5 (6-10)

22. Right audio channel output OUT 1-5 (6-10)

23. Right channel audio input, INPUT

24. 1-5 +1-5 or 1-10 selector, OPERATION MODE

25. Video output, OUT 1-5

26. Right audio channel output, OUT 1-5

27. Right audio channel input, INPUT 1 (10)

6. FUNCTION DIAGRAM

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ÍNDICE

1. NOTA IMPORTANTE 09

1.1. Precauciones 09

2. INTRODUCCIÓN 09

3. INSTALACIÓN 09

3.1. Ubicación y montaje 09

3.2. Fuentes de vídeo conectables 10

3.3. Fuentes de audio conectables 10

3.4. Puesta en funcionamiento 10

3.5. Ajustes 11

4. CONSIDERACIONES 11

4.1. Bucles de masa

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4.2. Ruido de fondo 11

4.3. Limpieza 11

5. LISTA DE FUNCIONES 12

6. DIAGRAMA DE FUNCIONAMIENTO 12

7. CARACTERÍSTICAS TÉCNICAS 23

8. POSICIÓN DE LOS LATERALES 23

9. DIAGRAMA DE BLOQUES

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Todos los datos están sujetos a variación debida a tolerancias de producción. ECLER S.A. se
reserva el derecho de realizar cambios o mejoras en la fabricación o diseño que pudieran afectar las
especificaciones.

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