This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. • Any changes or modifications to the unit not expressly approved by ALTINEX, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 400-0016-004 2 DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS ABOUT YOUR DA1506RT 2 DA1506RT 2-In, 6-Out Distribution Amplifier (DA) The DA1506RT is a 2-In, 6-Out VGA through UXGA distribution amplifier (DA). It is designed to connect 1 of 2 computer video sources to as many as 6 monitors, displays, and projectors. The rear panel of the DA1506RT has 1 computer input and 6 outputs, while the front panel has a single input. If both the front and rear inputs have valid video signals, the image from the front panel will be displayed on the 6 outputs. The rear input can be permanently connected for normal operation and the front panel input can be saved for special applications. For example, a desktop PC is permanently connected to the rear panel along with the display devices. The image from a second source, like a laptop, may be connected to the front panel and temporarily override the desktop’s image. The DA1506DT will automatically switch to the front panel’s image. Though primarily designed for use with displays using 15-pin HD (VGA-type) connectors, the DA1506RT can pass RGBHV, RGBS, and RGsB format signals using adapter cables. The DA1506RT is great for desktop use, but can also be rack-mounted using optional ALTINEX hardware. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3 Specifications are subject to change. See for up-to-date information. FEATURES/ DESCRIPTION DA1506RT GENERAL Input Connectors 15-pin HD female (2) Output Connectors 15-pin HD female (6) Compatibility VGA through UXGA, RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, and RsGsBs Table 1. DA1506RT General MECHANICAL DA1506RT Material 0.1” Al Finish Gray Height (inches) 1.75 in (44mm) Width (inches) 8.50 in (216mm) Depth (inches) 4.50 in (114mm) Weight (pounds) 2.0 lb (0.91 kg) T° Operating 10°C-35°C T° Maximum 50°C Humidity 90% non-condensing MTBF (calculations) 40,000 hrs Table 2. DA1506RT Mechanical ELECTRICAL DA1506RT Input Video Signal Analog Signal 1.5 Vp-p max Impedance 75 ohms Input Sync Signal Horiz/Vert/Composite Sync TTL(+/-) Sync on Green -0.3V Impedance 10 kohms Output Video Signals Analog Signal 0 dB +/-0.5 dB Impedance 75 ohm Output Sync Signal Horiz/Vert/Composite Sync TTL(+/-) Sync on Green -0.3 V Impedance 75 ohms Coupling DC Power External adapter (included) 9 VDC 500 mA Total Power 2.5W max. Table 3. DA1506RT Electrical 400-0016-004 3 DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS 400-0016-004 4 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 4 APPLICATION DIAGRAMS 5 DIAGRAM 1: TYPICAL SETUP INPUT2 POWER INPUT1 OUTPUTS 1-6 REAR VIEW FRONT VIEW DA1506RT DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS DIAGRAM 2: INTERNAL VIEW 2-IN 6-OUT VGA-XGA DA 15-PIN HD PS POWERDETECT SIGNAL PLUG AND PLAY PLUG AND PLAY BACK FRONT AUTO SWITCH 15-PIN HD OUT 4 OUT 6 OUT 5 OUT 3 OUT 2 OUT 1 POWER 9V, 0.5A 400-0016-004 5 DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS DIAGRAM 3: CONNECTOR PINOUTS INPUT CONNECTORS OUTPUT CONNECTORS Pin No. PIN ASSIGNMENTS 1 Red 2 Green 3 Blue 4 Ground 5 Ground 6 Ground 7 Ground 8 Ground 9 VESA +5V IN 10 Ground 11 Ground 12 VESA SDA 13 Horizontal Sync 14 Vertical Sync 15 VESA SCL Table 4. The DA1506RT Input Pins Table 5. The DA1506RT Output Pins Pin No. PIN ASSIGNMENTS 1 Red 2 Green 3 Blue 4 No Connection 5 Ground 6 Ground 7 Ground 8 Ground 9 +5V 10 Ground 11 No Connection 12 No Connection 13 Horizontal Sync 14 Vertical Sync 15 No Connection 400-0016-004 6 DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIERS INSTALLING YOUR DA1506RT 6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 8 Step 1. Plug the power adapter into an AC receptacle. Step 2. Connect the power to the unit. The power indicator LEDs on the front and back panels will turn on and red. This indicates that the unit is operational. Step 3. Connect a VGA-type cable from a computer to Input 2 on the amplifier’s rear panel. The LEDs will remain red, but the images will be present on the output connectors. Step 4. Connect a VGA-type cable from another PC or laptop to Input 1 on the amplifier’s front panel. If there is a signal present on Input 1, then the LEDs will turn green indicating that Input 1’s image is the image present on the output connectors. Step 5. Connect the output connectors of the amplifier to your display devices: monitors, projectors, LCDs, etc. Step 6. If the image is less than perfect, check all of the connections. Poor quality cables may often degrade the performance of the product. Make sure that the cables used are coaxial cables and that all pins are in good condition. OPERATION 7 There are no adjustments necessary to operate the unit. The DA1506RT will operate successfully as long as cables are attached properly and other t...