Xantech HL25K, HL95K Installation Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

HL25K

Hidden Link™ Shelf Top

Standard IR Receiver

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DESCRIPTION

The Hidden Link IR Receiver is a small shelf-top infrared repeater assembly. It
includes an IR receiver. a 789-44 Connecting Block, a Power supply, and 4
283D emitters. The Hidden Link IR Receiver is equipped with a 7-foot cable
and a 3.5mm stereo mini plug, which is plugged directly into the “IR RCVR” jack
on the 789-44. It can also be plugged into the “AUX” or “IR RCVR” jack of other
Xantech connecting blocks, such as the models CB12, CB60, and 791-44. The
Hidden Link IR Receiver is primarily intended for use in installations where the
connecting block is within reach of its 7-foot cable – as when installing the
Hidden Link IR Receiver in a cabinet where the controlled equipment is behind
closed doors.

FEATURES

• Very small package, only 2.00”L x 3.15”W x 0.70”H.

• System testing red-talk-back LED.

• Includes 789-44 Connecting Block, Power supply, and four 283D emitters

for easy system installation.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Infrared carrier frequency bandwidth: 30 – 60 kHz.

• Reception range: Up to 80 feet, depending on remote control output

strength and ambient conditions.

• Nominal reception angle: 55 degrees off axis.

• Cable requirements: See “INSTALLATION” below.

• Max. transmission length: 1 mile using 18 gauge wire.

• Maximum current output: 100mA

• Drives IR emitters through Xantech Connecting Blocks, Controllers, etc.

• Dimensions: 2.00”x3.15”x0.70” (51mm x 80mm x 18mm)

• Power requirements: +12VDC, 20mA.

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INSTALLATION

QUICK-START

A typical system will use an IR receiver, several emitters, and a power supply
all connected to a connecting block.

1. Connect the IR receiver to the “IR RCVR” port on the connecting block.
The ‘red’ connector is installed to the ‘red’ plug.

Note: In some extended distances, additional 3-conductor may be required and can be
connected to the terminals on the connecting block.

2. Connect the Emitters to the connecting block. The ‘yellow’ connector is
installed to the ‘yellow’ plug.

3. Connect the power supply to the connecting block.

4. Installation complete

LOCAL SYSTEM APPLICATION

In this system a 286D Dual Blink-IR Designer Emitter is shown connected to
the “OUT” jack of the 789-44. A single emitter could also be used, such as the
model 282D or 283D. If expansion beyond four emitters is required, use a
Xantech 791-44 Connecting Block in place of the 789-44.

283M

Blink-IR™

Mouse Emitter

To 120 VAC
(unswitched)

781RG

Power Supply

789-44

Connecting Block

283M

Emitter

283M

Emitter

Equipment Rack

Hand Held

Remote

VCR

HL series

Hidden Link
IR Receiver

12VDC

+12VDC
GND
STATUS
IR IN

EMITTERS

IR

RCVR

789-44

CONNECTING BLOCK

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Satellite Receiver

AV Receiver

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CABLE CONNECTIONS

The HL series may also be used where the 7-foot cable is not long enough.
Simply cut off the mini plug, strip the leads and splice them to a 3-conductor
extension cable with a terminal block or other means. Then connect the
extension cable to the 3-terminal block on a CB12 or a 789-44 as shown in the
figure below.

3.5mm mini plug Signal Name

Wire Color

TIP SIGNAL WHITE
RING GROUND BLACK
SLEEVE +12VDC RED

The 3-conductor inter-room cable (24 gauge up to 200’, 22 gauge up to 600’,
20 gauge up to 2000’, 18 gauge up to 5000’), is run to the main room.

While it is possible to make wired connections without the connecting block, it is
not recommended. The connecting block reduces installation time, helps to
eliminate errors, allows easy troubleshooting and permits easy system
upgrades later, if needed.

283M

Blink-IR™

Mouse Emitter

To 120 VAC
(unswitched)

781RG

Power Supply

789-44

Connecting Block

283M

Emitter

283M

Emitter

Equipment Rack

VCR

12VDC

+12VDC
GND
STATUS
IR IN

EMITTERS

IR

RCVR

789-44

CONNECTING BLOCK

®

Satellite Receiver

AV Receiver

HL Series IR Receiver

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REMOTE ROOM APPLICATION

The optional CB12 Connecting Block has a three terminal input strip for
connection of external infrared receivers should you wish to control your
equipment from other rooms.

• The terminals are marked V G S. (V = +12V, G = Ground, and S = IR
Signal).

• Make connections as shown in the figure below. Run a 3-conductor
cable (24 to 18 gauge wire, stranded or solid) from each remote room
to the VGS terminals of the CB12.

• When you use a Hidden Link IR Receiver in a remote room, do not plug
in a power supply or use the “OUT” jack in the CB12, as shown in the
figure below.

• You may use more IR receivers, connected in the same manner, up to
a maximum of 12.

PLACEMENT

The IR receiver should be located so that it is not directly facing a light source
such as lamps or displays (standard, LCD, and Plasma). When mounted near a
display, it should be flush to the display and away from light reflections that may
occur.

781ERGPS

To 120 VAC
(Unswitched)

Emitter

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L SeriesIRReceiver

HL2 IR Receiver

DVD

WL Series

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Hidden-Link (HL) IR Receiver Kit

DESCRIPTION

The HL Series Kit comes with everything needed for a complete IR repeater
system. With a Xantech IR Kit, equipment can now be concealed for clean
room design. In addition, a centralized IR receiver means there is only one IR
target resulting in improved remote control interaction. Featuring color-coded
connectors, a Xantech IR Kit is now an easy to install, and allows a worry-free
installation.

INCLUDED ITEMS

ITEM A: (1) HL Series IR Receiver

ITEM B: (1) 789-44 Connecting Block