Extron Electronics IN3268 User Manual

HIGH RESOLUTION, VGA DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS

IN3264 / IN3268

1-IN, 4-OUT / 1-IN, 8-OUT

IN3264 / 68

OPERATION MANUAL

Installation and Safety Instructions

For Models without a Power Switch:

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be accessible.

For all Models:

No serviceable parts inside the unit. Refer service to a qualified technician.

For Models with Internal or External Fuses:

For continued protection against fire hazard, replace only with same type and rating of fuse.

Instructions d’installation et de sécurité

Pour les modèles sans interrupteur de courant:

La prise de courant d’alimentation sera installé près de l’équipement et sera accessible.

Pour tout les modèles:

Pas de composants à entretenir à l’intérieur. Confiez toute réparation à un technicien qualifié.

Pour les modèles équipés de fusibles internes ou externes:

Afin d’éviter tout danger d’incendie, ne remplacer qu’avec le même type et la même valeur de fusible.

Installations- und Sicherheitshinweise

Für Geräte ohne Netzschalter:

Die Netzsteckdose soll in der Nähe des Gerätes installiert und frei zugänglich sein.

Für alle Geräte:

Keine Wartung innerhalb des Gerätes notwendig. Reparaturen nur durch einen Fachmann!

Für Geräte mit interner oder externer Sicherung:

Für dauernden Schutz gegen Feuergefahr darf die Sicherung nur gegen eine andere gleichen Typs und gleicher Nennleistung
ausgewechselt werden.

Instalacion E Instrucciones de Seguridad

Modelos Sin Interruptor:

Para Todos Los Modelos:

Modelos con Fusibles Internos o Externos:

La conexión debe ser instalada cerca del equipo y debe ser accesible.

Dentro de la unidad , no hay partes para reparar. Llame un tecnico calificado.

Para prevenir un incendio, reemplace solo con el mismo tipo de fusible.

CE COMPLIANCE

All products exported to Europe by Inline, Inc. after January 1, 1997 have been tested and found to
comply with EU Council Directive 89/336/EEC. These devices conform to the following
standards:
EN50081-1 (1991), EN55022 (1987)
EN50082-1 (1992 and 1994), EN60950-92

Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with
the pertinent Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
standards governing this device.

FCC COMPLIANCE

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide against harmful
interference when equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with th e
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at their own expense.

Product Overview

The IN3264 / IN3268 is a high-resolution dedicated VGA distribution amplifier designed to amplify

and split the VGA / SVGA / XGA signal from a single computer video card to four or eight data grade
displays such as data monitors, LCD projectors, presentation monitors, graphics projectors or other output
devices. The IN3264 / IN3268 features 15-Pin HD connectors for input and outputs, allowing for direct
connection to VGA-type video sources and displays using high-resolution coaxial VGA extension cables
such as the IN8000 series.

The units are identical except for the number of outputs and the number of sharpness controls:
The IN3264 has four buffered outputs and one sharpness control.
The IN3268 has eight buffered outputs and two sharpness controls.

FEATURES

Universal VGA Signal Compatibility - While the IN3264 / IN3268 is primarily designed for VGA-

type video cards and monitors, this distribution amplifier’s six discreet amplification paths make it capable
of amplifying analog video signals in a variety of sync formats including RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, and
RGBHVS. The IN3264 / IN3268 can connect to MAC, SUN, SGI and other high-resolution workstations
and monitors by using input and output adapter cables (see list on page 7).

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Ultra High-resolution Amplification - Featuring 300 MHz video bandwidth and four or eight

buffered outputs, the IN3264 / IN3268 provides excellent video performance, ensuring maximum image
clarity with VGA-type and other analog video signals at virtually any resolution.

Sync Format / Polarity Preservation - Some display devices depend on receiving VGA, MAC, SUN,

SGI and other signals in their original sync format with unchanged sync polarity to ensure proper
operation. The IN3264 / IN3268 output signals have the same sync format and polarity as the input signal,
ensuring excellent operation with a wide range of compatible CRT, LCD, DMD, and Plasma Data Display
devices.

Buffered Outputs - The IN3264 / IN3268 features four or eight buffered outputs and provides the

amplification necessary to extend data displays 100 feet or greater from the source computer when used
with high-resolution coaxial cables. Maximum drive distance is dependent on both the input signal
resolution and the quality of the output cables. The IN8000 Series VGA extension cables (available in
various lengths from 6’ to 100’) are specifically designed for this purpose.

A Sharpness Control provides effective image enhancement for high-resolution video signals by
increasing clarity and edge detail. Monitor Emulation Dip Switches located on the bottom of the units
engage emulation for a VGA color monitor or MAC 13" / 14" RGB monitor. Two IN3264 or IN3268
amplifiers may be rack mounted side-by-side in a 1U rack space using the optional IN9080 rack shelf.

©1999 - INLINE, INC. IN3264 / IN3268 OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 01/04/01

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INPUT / OUTPUT COMPATIBILITY

VGA / SVGA / XGA Compatibility - The unit features 15-pin HD VGA-type connectors for input

and outputs. The units will directly connect to VGA video cards and display devices using the IN8000

Series of VGA extension cables, available in a variety of lengths from 3’ to 100’. Longer lengths are
available by custom order.

MAC / SUN / SGI / Workstation Compatibility - While the IN3264 / IN3268 is primarily designed

for VGA-type video cards and monitors, this distribution amplifier actually has 6 discrete amplification
paths and is capable of amplifying analog video signals in a variety of sync formats including RGBHV,
RGBS, RGsB, and RGBHVS. The IN3264 / IN3268 can connect to MAC, SUN, SGI and other high-
resolution workstations and monitors by using input and output adapter cables (see list on page 7).

VGA, SVGA, XGA, SUN, SGI and other workstation video cards operate in
several different modes encompassing a wide range of resolutions and
horizontal and vertical scan rates. The IN3264 / IN3268 is not
converter and the display devices attached to the outputs m ust be compatible
with the resolution, horizontal scan rate and vertical refresh rate output of
computer video card. Please check the documentation for both the computer
video card and the data projection device in order to ensure compatibility.

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Installation

This section offers step-by-step instructions for installing the IN3264 / IN3268.

1. Turn the computer and computer monitor off. Disconnect the computer monitor (if present) from the
video output port on the computer.

2. Connect an input cable between the computer video port and the IN3264 / IN3268 input using the
appropriate cable as indicated in the chart on Page 7.

3. Connect the local computer monitor (if present) to Output #1 on the IN3264 / IN3268 distribution
amplifier. VGA local monitors can be connected directly to the output. Other types of local monitors
are connected using the appropriate adapter / extension output as indicated in the chart on Page 7. If no
local monitor is connected to Output #1, you can emulate a VGA color monitor / MAC 13" RGB
monitor using the dip switch located on the bottom of the unit.

4. Connect output devices (monitors, data projectors, etc.) to the other IN3264 / IN3268 output
connectors. Devices may be connected directly to the outputs, or you may use the appropriate adapter
/ extension output cables as indicated in the chart on Page 7. For best results, high-resolution coaxial
cables are recommended for all output connections. Note: All unused outputs are self-terminating and
do not require a termination plug.

IN3264 / IN3268 OPERATION MANUAL - REV. 1.3 01/04/01 ©1999 INLINE, INC.