Kramer RTBUS-11 User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

RT B US -11

Round Table Connection Bus

P/N: 2900-300085 Rev 2

RTBUS-11 – 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 Defining the RTBUS-11 Round Table Connection Bus 4

4 Installing the RTBUS-11 7

4.1 Drilling a Hole in the Table 7

4.2 Mounting the RTBUS-11 in the Table 7

4.3 Connecting the Cables 9

5 Using the RTBUS-11 10
6 Technical Specifications 11

Figures

Figure 1: RTBUS-11 Round Table Connection Bus 5
Figure 2: RTBUS-11 Connecting Surface 6
Figure 3: Connecting the Cables 9
Figure 4: RTBUS-11 Boardroom Installation 10

RTBUS-11 - 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 RTBUS-11 Round Table Connection
Bus, which is ideal for the following typical applications:

 Boardrooms
 Conference rooms
 Training rooms

2

RTBUS-11 - 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/support/product_downloads.asp
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 RTBUS-11 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.

i

!

RTBUS-11 - Getting Started

3

2.2 Safety Instructions

Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit

Warning:

Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause
electrical shock! Servicing by qualified personnel only

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/.

!

4

RTBUS-11 - Overview

3 Overview

The RTBUS-11 is an elegant furniture-mounted, round connection bus, featuring a
pneumatic mechanism for automatic lifting and smooth closing of its lid. The
RTBUS-11 is easily installed into a table or podium top for the USA (Power Input ­110V AC). The RTBUS-11 enables you to connect any equipment to systems
installed in a room via cable access or passive interfaces.

In addition, the RTBUS-11 includes the following pass-through connectors:

 1 VGA on a 15-pin HD connector
 1 HDMI connector
 1 stereo audio on a 3.5mm connector
 1 Ethernet port on an RJ-45 connector
 US power cord connected to the socket on the panel

The RTBUS-11 supports HDMI with Deep Color, x.v.Color™, Lip Sync, HDMI
Uncompressed Audio Channels, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, and CEC.

The RTBUS-11 surface is available in black anodized or brushed clear.

3.1 Defining the RTBUS-11 Round Table Connection Bus

This section defines the RTBUS-11.

RTBUS-11 - Overview

5

Figure 1: RTBUS-11 Round Table Connection Bus

#

Feature

Function

1

Black Anodized or Brushed
Aluminum semi-automatic Lid

Covers the connecting surface, leaving the table surface
neat and tidy

2

Outer Rim

Fits over the table surface

3

Pneumatic Mechanism

Enables automatic lifting and smooth closing of the lid

4

Connecting Surface

See Figure 2

5

Rubber Protectors

Protect the table surface when mounting the unit (one on
each side)

6

Locking Butterfly Nuts

Tighten to lock the mounting butterfly screw (one on
each side)

7

Mounting Brackets (2 units)

Place in the bracket slits after inserting the enclosure
into the table – for securing the unit to the table surface
(one on each side)

8

Mounting Screws (2)

For securing the RTBUS-11 to the table

9

Mounting Butterfly Nuts

Tighten to secure the unit to the table surface (one on
each side)

10

Mounting Bracket Slits (two
sets on each side)

Insert the mounting brackets to the slits when installing
the RTBUS-11 (see Section 4.2).

6

RTBUS-11 - Overview

Figure 2: RTBUS-11 Connecting Surface

#

Feature

Function

1

RJ-45 Connector

Connect to a network

2

15-pin HD Connector

Connects to a VGA source

3

HDMI Connector

Connect to HDMI source

4

Power Socket

Connects to 110V AC power

5

3.5mm Mini Jack

Connects to an unbalanced stereo audio source

6

Lid Latch

For safely closing the lid

RTBUS-11 - Installing the RTBUS-11

7

4 Installing the RTBUS-11

To install the RTBUS-11 perform the following steps:

1. Drill a hole in the table (see Section 4.1).

2. Insert the unit through the hole and secure the unit to the table (see

Section 4.2).

3. Connect the cables (see Section 4.3).

4.1 Drilling a Hole in the Table

To drill an opening in the table:

1. Using any standard cup bit drill with a diameter ranging from 88mm to 90mm
(3.47in to 3.55in), drill a hole in the table in the desired location.

Note: The thickness of the table should be 3in (76mm) or less.

2. Clean the table surface.
Take care not to damage the table.

Kramer Electronics is not responsible for any damage caused to the
table.

4.2 Mounting the RTBUS-11 in the Table

To mount the unit, follow these steps:

!

8

RTBUS-11 - Installing the RTBUS-11

Step 1: Insert the RTBUS-11

into the hole cut into the table
making sure the outer rim is
firm against the surface of the
table.

Step 2: From underneath the
table, slide the mounting
brackets into the appropriate
slots.

Step 3: Tighten the butterfly
mounting screws securely
upward against the table.

Step 4: Lock the mounting
screws into position with the
locking butterfly screws.

RTBUS-11 - Installing the RTBUS-11

9

4.3 Connecting the Cables

Figure 3 illustrates how to connect the cables to the underside of the unit:

Note that the connecting surface is an integral part of the RTBUS-11 enclosure and cannot be
detached.

Figure 3: Connecting the Cables

10

RTBUS-11 - Using the RTBUS-11

5 Using the RTBUS-11

Once the RTBUS-11 is installed, you can easily customize it to your own needs by
plugging in the required AV equipment, as illustrated in the example in Figure 4.

Figure 4: RTBUS-11 Boardroom Installation

RTBUS-11 - Technical Specifications

11

6 Technical Specifications

POWER SOURCE (AC power
limits):

115V AC, 50/60Hz, 5A
FUSE RATING:

T 6.3A 250V

DIMENSIONS:

10.5cm x 16cm (4.1" x 6.3") Diameter, H

WEIGHT:

0.85kg (1.9lbs) approx.

1.2kg (2.6lbs) approx. with mounting brackets

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:

Six self-locking ties

Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors,
visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found.

We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback.

Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com
E-mail: [e-mail]

P/N:

2900-300085

Rev:

2

!

SAFE TY WARNI NG
Disconnect the unit from the power
supply before opening and servicing