Paralinx Arrow X User Manual

USER MANUAL
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PARALINX ARROW-X
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Overview
Transmitter LED Status
Receiver
Safety Instructions
Package Contents
3G-SDI Transmitter
SLIDE & DIP Switches
Quick Start Guide
Arrow-X Link Modes
Linking a transmitter to multiple receivers
Trouble Shooting
Supported Framerates and Resolutions
Receiver LED Status
Remote control
Linking a transmitter to a single receiver
Notes on Better Range
FAQ
Arrow-X Accessories
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PARALINX ARROW-X
4 IMPORTANT NOTICE
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Paralinx reser ves the right to make corrections, mod­ifications, enhancements, improvements, and other changes to its products and services at any time and to discontinue any product or service without notice. Customers should obtain the latest relevant informa­tion before placing orders and should verify that such information is current and complete. All products are sold subject to Paralinx’s terms and conditions of sale supplied at the time of order acknowledgment.
Paralinx warrants performance of its hardware products to the specifications applicable at the time of sale in accordance with Paralinx’s standard warranty. Testing and other quality control techniques are used to the extent Paralinx deems necessary to support this warranty. Except where mandated by government requirements, testing of all parameters of each prod­uct is not necessarily per formed.
Paralinx assumes no liability for applications assis­tance or customer product design. Customers are responsible for their products and applications using Paralinx components. To minimize the risks associ­ated with customer products and applications, cus­tomers should provide adequate design and operating safeguards.
Paralinx does not warrant or represent that any license, either express or implied, is granted under any Paralinx patent right, copyright, mask work right,
or other Paralinx intellectual property right relating to any combination, machine, or process in which Paralinx products or services are used. Informa­tion published by Paralinx regarding third-party products or services does not constitute a license from Paralinx to use such products or services or a warranty or endorsement thereof. Use of such infor­mation may require a license from a third party under the patents or other intellectual property of the third party, or a license from Paralinx under the patents or other intellectual property of Paralinx.
Reproduction of information in Paralinx data books or data sheets is permissible only if reproduction is without alteration and is accompanied by all associ­ated warranties, conditions, limitations, and notices. Reproduction of this information with alteration is an unfair and deceptive business practice. Paralinx is not responsible or liable for such altered documentation.
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All company and brand products and service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
PARALINX ARROW-X
5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When operating this equipment, read and follow all the instructions in this manual.
Keep these instructions in a safe and accessible place for future reference.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radi­ators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Use only accessories specified or recommended.
Do not defeat the safety purpose polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A ground­ing-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of your obsolete outlet. Caution! To reduce the risk of electrical shock, grounding of the center pin of this plug must be maintained.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Do not block the air ventilation openings.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Caution! Shock Hazard. Do not open the unit.
Refer to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped or damaged in any way.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PARALINX ARROW-X
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OVERVIEW
The Paralinx Arrow-X system is a light-weight uncompressed long-range HD wireless system, capable of sending ultra-low-latency full HD video with a range of over 200m / 700feet
POWER INPUT WARNING!
The Arrow-X system accepts 7-17 volts DC maximum input current! Subjecting the system to higher voltage will result in damage or destruction and will not be covered by warranty.
OVERVIEW
PARALINX ARROW-X
7 PACKAGE CONTENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please verify the following items are in the shipping box, prior to installation of the Arrow-X transmitter and Tomahawk receiver:
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1x
1x
5x
2x HD-SDI or HDMI wireless
video transmitter
HD-SDI wireless video receiver
USB to miniUSB cable
12v Power supply
Remote Control & IR Cable
2dbi OMNI directional antennas (Per Rx)
2dbi OMNI directional antennas for Tx
HDMI or BNC Cable
18” PTap to Lemo-Style power cable
1x
PARALINX ARROW-X
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HDMI TRANSMITTER
TRANSMITTER SLIDE SWITCH SETTING
Dual RP-SMA
Type Antenna Connectors
Connection status LED Indicates the wireless network status.
VIDEO status LED
Indicates the video connection status.
Low battery LED
Indicates the batter y voltage status.
Link button
For linking the transmitter to additional receivers
Reset button
USB Port
The USB port can be used for firmware updates.
S1 Slide Switch
Left position: Multicast mode
S2
Left position: Multicast mode
HDMI Input port
7-17v LEMO power input connector
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MULTICAST MODE
S1 S2
MULTICAST MODE
S1 S2
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TRANSMITTER
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