Extron electronic P-2 DA2XI User Manual

Setup Guide — P/2 DA2xi

This guide provides basic instructions for an experienced
installer to set up and operate the Extron P/2 DA2xi.

Installation

The P/2 DA2xi is a high performance one input, two
output distribution amplifier that accepts video input from
a VGA-QXGA compatible PC and distributes that signal to separately buffered outputs. See
the following application diagram.

Extron
VGA Cable

Up to 250 feet (76 m)

INPUT

Extron
P/2 DA2xi

VGA Distribution Amplier

C

Projector

Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.

Step 1 — Power down

Power off the display device, the PC, and the PC’s local monitor.

Step 2 — Connect input

Connect the PC’s VGA output to the 15-pin HD Input on the front panel of the P/2 DA2xi
distribution amplifier.

Step 3 — Connect outputs

• Connect the PC’s monitor to the Local Monitor 15-pin HD output connector of the
P/2 DA2xi.

• Connect the display device to the Output 15-pin HD connector of the P/2 DA2xi.

Step 4 — Set DIP switches

Set DIP switches 1 and 2 for input and output impedance and set DIP switch 3 for
gain/peaking:

Switch1(syncinputimpedance) – Default setting is down

1 2 3

ON

1ON2

OFF

(510 ohms). If the image from a laptop computer becomes unstable, slide the switch

3

up (10k ohms).

Switch2(syncoutputimpedance) – Default setting is up (50 ohms). If the front LED
is green and all the input and output cables are properly connected, but there is no
image at the projector, slide the switch down (75 ohms).

PC

Switch3(videogain/peaking) – Slide the switch down (off) if the output cable
length is under 100 feet (30 m). Slide the switch up (on) if the output cable length is
over 100 feet (30 m).

N

The gain/peaking switch does not affect the local monitor output.

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Setup Guide — P/2 DA2xi

Step 5 — Power up

Connect the power supply cord of the P/2 DA2 Plus to a 100 to 240 VAC power source and
power up the local monitor, PC, and display device.

C

Always use a power supply specified by Extron for the

P/2 DA2xi. Use of an unauthorized power supply voids all
regulatory compliance certification and may cause damage to the
power supply and the P/2 DA2xi.

Smooth

Ridges

A A

SECTION A–A

Power Supply

Output Cord

C

Power supply voltage polarity is critical. Incorrect voltage polarity can

Tie Wrap

3

Captive Screw

Connector

5

damage the power supply and the P/2 DA2xi. Identify the power cord
negative lead by the ridges on the side of the cord.

Operation

After the P/2 DA2xi and its connected devices are powered up, the system is fully operational.
If any problems are encountered, verify that the cables are routed and connected properly.

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