Kramer AVDS, AVDS-B, AVDS-LS, AVDS-RP, AVDS-R User Manual

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

AVDS

CAT 5 Audio/Video Display
System

P/N: 2900-300281 Rev 2

AVDS – Contents i

Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 3

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 The Multi-Functional AVDS System 4

3.2 Remote and Power Remote Units 6

3.3 Remote Long Units 7

4 Connecting the AVDS Cables 9

4.1 Connecting an Optional Remote Computer 9

4.2 Connecting the CAT 5 Cables 9

4.3 Connecting the Remote Long Unit 9

4.4 Connecting the Screens 9

4.5 Connecting the Power Supply 10

5 Expanding the AVDS System 11

5.1 The AVDS Configuration for a CBT Application 13

5.2 AVDS Detailed Connections 14

6 Operating the AVDS System 15

6.1 The Control Unit 15

7 Technical Specifications 17

Figures

Figure 1 Broadcaster Unit 5
Figure 2 Line Splitter 5
Figure 3 System Diagram 6
Figure 4 Remote Long Connected to a Broadcaster 7
Figure 5 Remote Unit 7
Figure 6 Power Remote Unit 8
Figure 7 Remote Long – Side 1 8
Figure 8 Remote Long – Side 2 8
Figure 9 AVDS Cables 9
Figure 10 Expanded AVDS 12
Figure 11 CBT Application 13
Figure 12 AVDS Detailed Connection 14
Figure 13 Control Unit 15

AVDS - Introduction 1

1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been

providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of

problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals

on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our

line, making the best even better!

Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined

by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;

GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5:

Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:

Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9:

Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11:

Sierra Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer AVDS CAT 5 Audio/Video Display

System, which is ideal for the following typical applications:

• Digital signage

• Media distribution

• Computer based training

2 AVDS - Getting Started

2 Getting Started

We recommend that you:

• Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging

materials for possible future shipment

• Review the contents of this user manual

Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com to check for up-to-date
user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware
upgrades are available (where appropriate).

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

• Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in

signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often

associated with low quality cables)

• Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils

• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

• Position your Kramer AVDS away from moisture, excessive sunlight and

dust

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and
machines that are likely to generate electrical noise.

Note! In the AVDS system the CAT 5 cables carry electrical power.
Therefore do NOT connect them to any other device. To avoid this we
recommend you attach the stickers provided to the ends of each CAT
5 cable.

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2.2 Safety Instructions

Caution: There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit

Warning:

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC

aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by

requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,

Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced

Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and

recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN

facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country

go to our recycling pages at

http://www.kramerelectronics.com (support/recycling/.

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4 AVDS - Overview

3 Overview

The AVDS CAT 5 Audio/Video Display System from Minicom broadcasts real-time

high-resolution video and mono audio signals to hundreds of remote display

monitors and speakers.

This table defines the AVDS system models:

Kramer
Model

Kramer Part
Number

Full Description

AVDS-B
(0VS22014) 50-0000679012 Minicom AVDS CAT5 Audio Video Display Broadcaster 8-ports

AVDS-LS
(0VS22015) 50-0000689012 Minicom AVDS CAT5 Audio Video Display Line Splitter 8-ports

AVDS-RP
(0VS22036) 50-0000699012 Minicom AVDS CAT5 Audio Video Display Power Remote

AVDS-R
(0VS23009) 50-0000989011 Minicom AVDS CAT5 Audio Video Display Remote

Warning:

Do not connect any of the VDS products to the AVDS
system. Damage will occur.

3.1 The Multi-Functional AVDS System

You can use the AVDS system in the following ways:

Without the Control Unit

The AVDS system constantly broadcasts a computer screen with audio to all

remote monitors/speakers.

With the Control Unit

• Broadcast a computer screen with audio to all remote monitors/speakers

• Darken all remote screens (audio broadcast is unaffected)

• Release the remote screens to allow local monitor viewing (when remote

computers are connected)

The screen dark function is useful when carrying out maintenance, changing the

broadcast program or in a classroom environment to grab students’ attention.

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With both applications broadcast the video up to resolutions of 1920x1080 @

60Hz, 1080p depending on the cable length.

Figure 1 illustrates the Broadcaster unit and Figure 2 the Line Splitter.

Figure 1 Broadcaster Unit

Figure 2 Line Splitter

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Headset

Speaker

Sound Card

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

SYSTEM

12VDC

CONTROL

Power connector

Control Unit

System cables Monitor

Video
cable

Audio cables

Microphone &
speaker

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SYSTEM IN

12VDC

SYSTEM OUT

System cables

Power
connector

System cable from Broadcaster or
previous Line Splitter