Key Digital KD-CDA3 User's Manual
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1. This is indicative of a mismatch between Source and Display devices in the Video connections Make sure that your Source and Displays are all of the same format For example if the Source outputs Component Video YPbPr then the connections to your Display s must also be via the Component Video path and not the VGA Make sure that the Component Video YPbPr or VGA Video RGBHV connec tions are properly maintained throughout the entire chain from the Source to the KD CDAS to your Display device s PROBLEM There is a picture but it is scrolling across the screen of one or more of your Display devices This happens when the Input signal from your Source device is not compatible youre your Display or if there is a problem with the Sync signal s For example if one or more of your Displays connected to the Output of the KD CDAS is not capable of handling HDTV compatible video signals make sure that the Source device is set to output SD compatible signals Standard Definition or 480 For VGA RGBHY operation verify the presence of the Sync signal Note For Component Video YPbPr sync is present on the Y Channel The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 23 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions PROBLEM You are able to view a picture but there is interference noise or hum bars visible on the image on one or more of your Display devices This can h2. KDCDA3_OperInstructions gqxd 1 4 06 12 57 PM Page 2 KD CDA Operating Instructions lt AS HDI V Distribution Amplifier 32 Channel Component Video amp Audio Distribution SLS 4 ii OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MeL Cigiza The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Key Digital led by digital video pioneer Mike Tsinberg develops and manufactures high quality cutting edge technology solutions for virtually all applications where The KD CDA3 3 Channel HDTV Component Video amp Audio Distribution Amplifier by Key Digital is the perfect solution for small video and audio distribution applications Convenient and prac high quality video imaging is important Key Digital is tical the KD CDAS is the ideal choice for high quality and economical 3 channel Analog signal distri at the forefront of the video industry for Home Theater bution from any HDTV or SDTV Component Video YPbPr or RGBHV Video source including 1080p as well as analog stereo or digital PCM Audio It delivers crystal clear color rich artifact free and pristine Retailers Custom Installers System Integrators HDTV and SDTV images to component HDTV ready monitors in all video formats including 1080p The Broadcasters Manufacturers and Consumers We KD CDAS is the ideal product for driving your HD and SD sources to plasma displays front and rear projectors direct view monitors and video walls and can even be adapted for Compos
3. RCA con nectors use a slight twisting motion when inserting the cables this assures a proper connection by seating the RCA connector all the way in Be sure to use high quality 75 Ohms cables for the video When running long lengths of cable please make sure to use heavy shielded high quality cables Caution For proper operation of the high quality electrical circuits in your KD CDAS unit do NOT daisy chain Inputs Each Input of the KD CDAS has its own 75 Ohms termination Do NOT feed a Source to multiple KD CDA3 Inputs without proper Distribution equipment Note Since the KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier does NOT perform video processing the output video format is the same as the input video format This means that the video resolution is not changed and also that if you input one form of video for example Component Video the output will be in exactly the same format The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 13 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Connect your COMPONENT VIDEO Source Input Before supplying power to your KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier unit connect the Output of the Component Video Source device you wish to distribute to your dis plays to the Inputs of KD CDAS L amp R Analog Audio Digital PCM Audio Component Video Inputs VGA Video Inputs The Source device Outputs should be connected to the jacks marked Input on the KD CDAS3 A
4. able to drive your Source to up to 8 displays 3 1 6 8 Remember you MUST only use the Power Supplies intended for each product as provided with each Unit Do not attempt to share or swap Power Supplies Expansion with two KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifiers allows you to drive up to 3 1 3 5 displays Caution If installing the KD CDAS3 unit or Mounting Bracket into sheet rock or hollow walls provide proper screw sup port with bolts or sheet rock anchors Expansion You may find that as your Video and Audio system grows you may need to distribute your Source to more than three displays The full line of Key Digital Analog Distribution Amplifiers is truly expandable and cascadeable Not only is your system future proof but also you will be able to enjoy beautiful crystal clear images because the signal will not be degraded in any way when you properly cascade Key Digital products The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Mey cigiFal KDCDA3_OperInstructions gxd 1 4 06 12 58 PM Page 20 Page 20 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions TROUBLESHOOTING If you encounter problems or find that the KD CDAS unit fails to properly distribute the Source signal Such as from your DVD player to the Video Display s and or Audio system s it is Suggested you first check for the following Verify that your Source device and displays are functioning properly without the KD CDA8 Co
5. configure and forget about it you are done Functionality of a Three Channel Distribution Amplifier Video Display 1 Component Video YPbPr Input PCM Digital Audio Input Three Channel DVD Player Video Display 2 Component Video YPbPr Input PCM Digital Audio Input Video Display 3 Component Video YPbPr Input PCM Digital Audio Input Component Video Output A V YPbPr Output PCM Digital Audio Analog HDTV Distribution Amplifier The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 7 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions This KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier accepts virtually any Component Video input signal YPbPr with a matching left and right stereo audio pair L amp R audio can be substituted by a single digital PCM audio connection and distributes it to up to three 3 Display devices around your home or showroom without the loss of signal quality VGA like video called RGBHY can be used in place of the Component Video and Audio A typical hookup will consist of a Source device that outputs Component Video or Composite Video or S Video with optional video adapters such as a DVD player Set Top Box unit Satellite receiver digital VCR Sony Playstationl XBOX GameCubel or any other consumer video device CAUTION Always test all connections and final operation first before sealing cables behind walls or completing diffi cult wire routings Since the KD CDA3 HDTV Distr
6. distribution from any HDTV or SDTV Component Video YPbPr or RGBHV Video source including 1080p to HDT V ready displays Also distributes S Video Also distributes a Composite Video CVBS signal to up to seven 7 Composite Video displays Distributes Video and analog stereo or digital PCM Audio gt RGBHV installations preclude Audio distribution with your KD CDAS unit No controls Crystal clear images Inputs and Outputs One 1 Audio Video Input Three 3 Audio Video Outputs Each Input and Output array is comprised of three 3 component YPbPr analog Video connectors and two 2 analog stereo Left and Right Audio connectors Instead of analog Audio Input Output the two 2 connectors can be used for The Horizontal H and Vertical V sync for RGBHV signals or Two 2 PCM digital Audio signals The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 25 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions RCA connectors for all Video and Audio inputs and outputs Future proof and expandable Can be cascaded to KD CDAS or other Key Digital Distribution Amplifiers to drive as many outputs as desired from one source It is possible to substitute Composite Video CVBS or S Video in place of the Component Video signals using appropriate adapter cables Compatible Video Signals Compatible with all standard analog video signal formats that use 50Hz or 60Hz refresh rates including 1080p 10801 720p 57
7. technical support See How to Contact Key Digital at the end of these Operating Instructions PROBLEM You are not able to view a picture on any or all of your Display devices Check to make sure that the connected Display devices are capable of operating with the format and resolution of the Source For example if the Source Such as your DVD player outputs Component Video YPbPr at 1080p but your display device only accepts 720p RGBHY then there is a compatibility problem among your equipment If any Display device connected to the output of the KD CDAS is not capable of handling HDTV compatible video signals make sure that the Source device con nected to the Input of the KD CDAS for distribution is set to output SD compatible signals Standard Definition or 480 Mey cigiFal KDCDA3_OperInstructions gxd 1 4 06 12 58 PM Page 22 Page 22 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions For VGA RGBHY operation verify that the Sync is either present on the Green connector or the H amp V connectors Make sure you have properly connected Sync from the Output jacks of your Source to the Input of your KD CDAS and that the corresponding Outputs of the KD CDAS are properly connected to your Display s Note For Component Video YPbPr sync is present on the Y Channel PROBLEM You are able to view a picture on the Display s but the image is Black and White Green or Pink in Nature
8. 6p 576i 540p 480p 480i Video Component Video YPbPr or RGBHV Video gt RGBHV installations preclude Audio distribution with your KD CDAS unit Three RCA type color coded input connectors YPbPr RGB 1V p p 75 ohms terminated 300 MHz video bandwidth Sync gt Component Video YPbPr sync on Y input The analog audio input output connectors also serve as the Horizontal and Vertical sync for RGBHV signals It is possible to substitute Composite Video CVBS or S Video in place of the Component Video signals using appropriate adapter cables gt Supports up to seven 7 CVBS Outputs or three 3 S Video Outputs Mey cCigiFal KDCDA3_OperInstructions qxd 1 4 06 12 58 PM Page 26 Page 26 of 29 Page 27 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions KD CDAS Operating Instructions Cable Recommendations Weight 1 5 Ibs 0 7 kg Each run of YPbPr cable MUST be the same length 800 maximum Enclosure Type Metal Plastic mounting bracket included Bandwidth 3 dB 300 MHz Mounting Information Linear phase pass band A convenient mounting bracket is provided Drives video signals up to 300 feet The top and bottom of the unit are solid metal no vents The unit may be oriented horizontally or mounted vertically on a wall Video Gain Use 8 or M4 screws to hang the unit keyhole slots are provided on the base of Unity gain for YPbPr and RGBHV the unit Analog Audio CAUTION If installing the KD CDA3 unit or
9. Mounting Bracket into sheet rock or hollow walls provide proper epi eeleo es alee eva screw support with bolts or sheet rock anchors Two RCA type color coded input connectors L R High impedance 1K ohm line level inputs RGBHV installations preclude Audio distribution with your KD CDA3 unit Power Requirements External power supply 5V DC 110 120 VAC 60 Hz 7 watts Digital Audio Use the analog Audio Left and Right connectors for digital PCM Audio CAUTION No other power supply adapter can be used with Standard PCM digital format this unit Using a power supply other than the one provided RGBHV installations preclude Audio distribution with your KD CDAS unit by Key Digital with your unit VOIDS THE ENTIRE PRODUCT WARRANTY may cause damage to your unit and associated equipment and is a potential safety hazard Mechanical Size 4 x 8 x 148 16 The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions MeL CidgiFz al KDCDA3_OperInstructions gqxd 1 4 06 12 58 PM Page 28 D Page 28 of 29 Page 29 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions KD CDAS Operating Instructions How to contact Key Digital WARRANTY All Key Digital products are built to high manufacturing standards and should provide years of trouble free operation They are backed by a limited two year Repairs and Warranty Service f parts and labor warranty a Should your KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier require warranty s
10. Video YPbPr or VGA RGBHYV Video formats up to and including 1080R The KD CDAS can even be adapted for Composite Video and S Video SDTV applications Electronic game boxes The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions K ci iC Aey digikas KDCDA3_OperiInstructions gqxd 1 4 06 12 57 PM Page 4 Page 4 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Key Features Your KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier enables 3 channel signal distribution from any HDTV or SDTV Component Video YPbPr or RGBHV Video source including 1080p to HDTV ready displays The KD CDAS distributes Video and analog stereo or digital PCM Audio with the crystal clear images you ve come to expect from Key Digital There is so much in store with Key Digital s new KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier Pristine crystal clear distribution of ALL your HD and SD Analog sources even 1080p out to 300 MHz gt Component Video YPbPr or VGA RGBHV Video RGBRHV installations preclude Audio distribution with your KD CDAS unit gt Digital PCM or analog stereo Left amp Right pairs Audio gt RCA connectors Output video format amp resolution Input video format amp resolution It is possible to substitute Composite Video CVBS or S Video in place of the Component Video signals using appropriate adapter cables Easy to set up and operate gt Simply connect your source and displays and you are up and
11. acket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over O Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required Arc 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 The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 1 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Table of Contents aie o B Ee a E E A tre Tree errr err et Tere tere ter nree tert mr ee rere 2 SUMMITS Sel he E EE E E EE 6 Connecting A V Equipment to your UNIT tniccsics lt esvutevevencncsuskntinwedaswubawetioncedsuaadvnaenueas 8 GSTS SRO CMO E E E E E E E E E A E 20 TECHIE a De CIC ONC ee E NE 24 How to Contact Key Digital secs cuties tnd onacenincenropnandanthnteeatecneanenmunndeasice aiii 28 2005 Key Digital Systems Inc All rights reserved Mey digikzal KDCDA3_OperiInstructions gqxd 1 4 06 12 57 PM Page 2 Page 2 of 29 Page 3 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions KD CDAS Operating Instructions Introduction Typical source components you may need to distribute with your KD CDA3 HDTV i Distribu
12. and operate Simply connect your Input analog Video and analog or digital Audio source and drive up to three 3 displays For Component Video applications you can also simultaneously drive your displays or Surround Sound processors with digital or analog Audio There are no other controls and no other setup is required other than supplying power to your unit with the Power Supply adapter provided with your unit The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 9 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions CAUTION When unpacking the unit make all hookups and connections before plugging in the Power Adapter provided with your unit Do NOT apply power to the unit until all Video and Audio connections have been made to your KD CDA3 unit from the Source device to the Display s and or Audio system s You MUST use the Power Supply provided with your unit or you VOID the Key Digital Warranty and risk damage to your unit and associated equipment You may wish to distribute the signal from your DVD Player Video Game Cable TV Satellite and Terrestrial DTV set top receiver Digital Video Recorder D VHS S VHS or VHS VCR Source to several Displays Typical Application Examples of how you may use the KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier in your installation are shown here Because not all consumer equipment marketed uses RCA connector interfaces it may be necessary to employ BNC to RCA VGA to RCA and other adapter pl
13. appen when crossing power lines when routing the cable from the Source device to the KD CDAS or when routing the cables from the KD CDA3 to your Display device s If crossing power lines is inevitable make sure to use heavy shielded high quality Video and Audio cables Sometimes using a shielded and noise filtering surge protector can eliminate noise in power lines PROBLEM There is no Audio from your Audio system Check to make sure that the volume is turned up to an audible level on the Source device as well as the Display device If you still encounter a problem then Make sure that the Audio connections were properly configured and that your dis play has speakers Check the connections from start to finish for the Left white and Right red stereo Audio channels When using the Digital Audio connection PCM or coaxial audio make sure that the Display device is capable of decoding this compressed bit stream of audio information Most often when using the PCM audio function the audio will be connected to an AV Receiver or amplifier capable of decoding Dolby Digital Mey CigiFal KDCDA3_OperInstructions gxd 1 4 06 12 58 PM Page 24 Page 24 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model KD CDA3 Operating Instructions HDTV Distribution Amplifier 3 Channel Component Video amp Audio Distribution Amplifier Key Features Enables 3 channel signal
14. ervice please contact Key Digital to obtain a Returned Materials Authorization RMA number Please contact us at either Phone 1 914 667 9700 E mail tech keydigital com Technical Support For technical questions about using our products please contact us at either Phone 1 914 667 9700 or Toll free 1 888 258 2028 E mail tech keydigital com Customer Support For customer support questions about using our products please contact us at either Phone 1 914 667 9700 E mail customersupport keydigital com The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Mey cigiFal KDCDA3_OperlInstructions qxd 1 4 06 12 58 PM Page 30 KD CDAS Operating Instructions KD CDAS Operating Instructions Notes Notes The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Mey cigiFal
15. fter hooking up the Source device to the marked input connectors the KD CDAS will distribute the selected input signal to all of the output connectors Alternate Video Inputs RGBHV RGBHV installations with separate H amp V syncs preclude Audio distribution with your KD CDAS unit Simply follow the labels on your KD CDA3 and connect the RGB Video signals and H amp V Sync signals accordingly You may require breakout cables or adapters to the RCA Inputs of the KD CDAS Mey CigiFal KDCDA3_OperInstructions qxd 1 4 06 12 57 PM Page 14 Page 14 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions S Video For SDTV S Video simply follow the labels on your KD CDA3 and connect the Y and color chrominance signals Use the Y Input of the KD CDAS for the S Video Y sig nal Note that if you may use either the Pr or Pb Input for the S Video chrominance signal However be sure to correspondingly use the same Pr or Pb when driving your displays For example if you input the S Video color signal on the Pr path then you MUST use the Pr Outputs of the KD CDAS to drive your S Video displays You may require breakout cables or adapters to the RCA Inputs of the KD CDAS Composite Video SDTV Composite Video frequently called CV or CVBS is a single wire video format You must use one of the three KD CDAS inputs for the Composite Video Input and correspondingly use the same Output label to drive your Composite Video display For exam
16. ibution Amplifier does NOT perform video processing the output video format and resolution is the same as the input video format and resolution This means that the video resolution is not changed and also that if you input one form of video for example Component Video YPbPr the output will be in exactly the same format Open the carton and you will find the following contents 1 One 1 KD CDAS3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier unit One 1 5V DC external Power Supply adapter module One 1 One 1 One 1 Warranty card plastic mounting bracket Operating Instructions Manual BR oO WN MeL cigiFkal KDCDA3_OperiInstructions qxd 1 4 06 12 57 PM Page 8 Page 8 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Power Requirements a External power supply a OV DC 110 120 VAC 60 Hz 7 watts CAUTION No other power supply adapter can be used with the KD CDA3 unit you must use the Power Supply provided Using a power supply other than the one provided by Key Digital with your unit VOIDS THE WARRANTY may cause damage to your unit and associated equipment and is a potential safety hazard CONNECTING A V EQUIPMENT TO YOUR UNIT In this section you will be instructed as to how to connect all of your A V Input and Output devices to your KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier unit Setting up your KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier for operation Your KD CDAS HDTV Distribution Amplifier is easy to configure
17. ite Video and S provide total video system solutions because we Video SDTV applications The Output format and resolution the Input format and resolution Future know and help drive the technology the industry the proof expandable 300 MHz Video bandwidth the KD CDA3 drives cables up to 300 feet It is com pact and rugged and comes equipped with its own convenient mounting bracket Only operate the business and all the latest up and coming standards KD CDA3 with the Key Digital external Power Supply provided with your unit But most of all we know exactly what you need for your unique application the right solution CERTIFIED CE O MeL cigiFz al Web www keudigital com Phone 914 667 9700 Fax 914 668 8666 Rev 0 December 2005 HE pene ig eel MOE Mn Oe G KDCDA3_OperiInstructions qxd 1 4 06 12 57 PM Page 4 KD CDAS Operating Instructions KD CDAS Operating Instructions CAUTION A KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier 3 Channel Component Video amp Audio Distribution Amplifier CAUTION YOUR KD CDA3 HDTV DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER COMES WITH ITS OWN EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY THAT MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE UNIT No other Power Supply Adapter can be used with this unit Using a Power Supply other than the one provided by Key Digital with your unit VOIDS THE ENTIRE PRODUCT WARRANTY may cause damage to your unit and associated equipment and is a potential safety hazard You MUST use the Po
18. n making the connections to the Display device use the color matching system if possible The same consideration applies to the audio interfaces Both analog and digital out put options are provided on the KD CDAS3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier Your analog Audio may drive the speakers in your display Your digital Audio may connect instead to an A V receiver having coaxial digital PCM interfaces for decoding surround sound signals Insert the Power Supply adapter plug here Next plug the external Power Supply provided with your unit into an appropriate wall outlet Power Requirements External power supply 5V DG 110 120 VAC 60 Hz 7 watts The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 17 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions You MUST use the Power Supply that came with your unit 5V DC 110 120 VAC 60 Hz 7 watts For added safety and protection it is always recommended to use a good quality surge protector Use a reliable Source to test your connections like a DVD player before routing or hiding any wires behind walls or ceilings Mounting and Maintenance instructions The KD CDAS8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier is built for years of trouble free operation It can be installed in any home theater showroom or other system using multiple dis plays Cleaning or maintenance is usually not necessary but if needed use a soft non abrasive dry cloth to wipe the dust from the uni
19. nnect your Source directly to your displays and check for proper operation If you are not able to obtain satisfactory operation correct the problem before proceeding with the KD CDAG in the path Validate that all of the connections are made at all points the Source Output the KD CDAS Input and Outputs and your Display and Audio system Inputs Be sure that you have supplied power to the KD CDAS unit using ONLY the Power Supply adapter provided in the package with your unit Ensure you have good quality cables of equal length no greater than 300 feet each in length Troubleshooting Guide If you still encounter a problem with your unit or installation after checking for the items above you may find it helpful to review the Troubleshooting Guide next page The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 21 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions PROBLEM No power to the unit You MUST use the Power Supply provided with your unit Verify that the external Power Supply provided with your unit is properly connected to a standard 110V household outlet Check to make sure that the power connector is properly inserted into the jack on the KD CDAS Check and verify that the wall outlet is active by plugging in a component known to be operational such as a desk lamp Unplug the adapter from the wall and verify that the cable is not cut or interrupted anywhere If none of the above works please contact Key Digital
20. ple use the Y Inputs and Outputs This way you will have three 3 Composite Video Outputs You can achieve a higher level of CVBS distribution for driving up to seven 7 Composite Video displays by feeding back the KD CDA3 Outputs to the open KD CDAS Inputs Refer to the Application Example for Composite Video provided later in this Operating Manual You may require breakout cables or adapters to the RCA Inputs of the KD CDAS The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 15 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Connect your Output Displays Now that the Video and Audio Inputs are connected to your KD CDAS run each of the individual set of Output connectors to their respective Display devices The three 3 Output port banks are labeled Output 1 Output 2 and Output 3 Output 2 WOd A Y WOd H 71 4d ra zindno Sa Key digital KD CDA3 Output 3 Output 1 Input Always test all connections and final operation first before sealing cables behind walls or completing difficult wire routings Caution For proper operation of the high quality electrical Circuits in your KD CDAS3 unit you MUST ensure for each Output Each run of YPbPr cable MUST be the same length Maximum run length 300 feet Mey cigiFal cr KDCDA3_OperInstructions gxd 1 4 06 12 58 PM Page 16 Page 16 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Make sure to use the correct wires whe
21. running You must use the external Power Supply provided with your unit Expandable and cascadable with additional KD CDA3 or other Key Digital HDTV Distribution Amplifiers a Convenient mounting bracket provided for ease of installation The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 5 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Technology As for all Key Digital products it s our custom technology that allows us to deliver the highest standard of picture quality like LHBC l LINEAR HIGH BANDWIDTH CIRCUIT LHBC Linear High Bandwidth Circuit MUILTI LAYER O BOARD TECHNOLOGY Surface Mount Technology SURFACE MOUNT Multi Layer Board Technology TECHNOLOGY Mey digikzal KDCDA3_OperInstructions qxd 1 4 06 12 57 PM Page 6 Page 6 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Getting Started The KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier is capable of distributing any Analog three wire Component Video YPbPr and or five wire VGA Video RGBHV source as well as analog digital audio to as many as three 8 outputs typically your displays or projectors If your source device output is on a VGA connector you will need a breakout cable to RGBHV on separate RCA connectors RGBHV installations pre clude Audio distribution with your KD CDA3 unit Once configured there are no con trols to operate and the unit will be transparent to your entire installation or applica tion It s truly
22. t Since the KD CDAS is an electrically powered device it will produce a small amount of heat therefore it is recommended to leave a few inches of room around the unit to dissipate this heat You may attach the mounting clip provided to a suitable location and then carefully clio the KD CDAS into the mounting clip once the mounting clip is secure Mey cigiFal lt P KDCDA3_OperInstructions gxd 1 4 06 12 58 PM Page 18 Page 18 of 29 Page 19 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions KD CDAS Operating Instructions Mounting Information If you need to expand the distribution capability of your KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier simply use one of the Outputs of the unit that may now be going to one of your displays and connect that output to the input of another Key Digital Analog Distribution Amplifier The total distribution capability is the sum of the total Outputs A convenient mounting bracket is provided The top and bottom of the unit are solid metal no vents The unit may be oriented horizontally or mounted vertically on a wall of all units minus one For example using the KD CDA3 3 output Distribution Use 8 or M4 screws to hang the unit keyhole slots are provided on the base of Amplifier cascaded with the Key Digital KD CDA6 6 output Distribution Amplifier the unit you will need to use one of the three Outputs of the KD CDAS to drive the Input of the Input of the KD CDA6 Hence you will be
23. tion Amplifier can include the following Key Digital s dedication to providing the best possible solution to the Home Theater DVD Players community is reflected in the KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier manufactured under stringent quality control standards that exceed the industry norm This com mitment to quality reliability and performance is reflected throughout the entire Key Cable TV satellite and terrestrial DTV set top receivers Digital product line Every product is tested and certified by a limited warranty of Digital Video Recorders two years parts and labor one of the best in the business Please read the installa D VHS S VHS and VHS VCR s tion instructions below and enjoy your Component Video Audio Distribution Amplifier for years to come The KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier by Key Digital provides convenience and economy for your small scale professional Video Audio distribution applications Perfect for both the board room and home entertainment applications this versatile component is the ideal complement to your video and audio equipment making pos sible the interface of your HDTV or SDTV source signals Video and Audio to as many as three 3 independent video displays In addition the KD CDA3 HDTV Analog Distribution Amplifier can also switch PCM digital and or left and right stereo Audio for as many input output combinations The interface is via the RCA type con nector array Supporting Component
24. tors and three 3 banks of RCA type Output connectors Each of the RCA connectors are color coded to match most Source and Display devices available in the consumer industry Red Green and Blue for Component Video White and Red for left and right audio respec tively PCM audio can be distributed by using either the left or right audio channel Typical Connectors Color code Left amp Right Analog Stereo Audio L amp R VGA Video RGBHV Horizontal Sync V Vertical Sync Note H Sync may also be Yellow on some Source and Sync products Note These are the colors on the KD CDA3 RCA connectors however the corresponding colors on your Source and Sink products may vary Mey cigiFal KDCDA3_OperiInstructions qxd 1 4 06 12 57 PM Page 12 Page 12 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Be careful not to confuse the Red lead of a Component Video YPbPr cable with the Right or Red audio channel To avoid confusion note that the Red lead Pr from the Component Video cable is often bundled to the Green lead Y and Blue lead Pb from the component cable Typically an analog Audio cable is comprised of a Right channel stereo Red colored connector together with a Left channel stereo White colored connector Typically connecting the KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier into your system is as simple as matching the proper color coded connectors When inserting the
25. ugs and or cable assemblies to interface these various devices to your KD CDA3 HDTV Distribution Amplifier MeL cigiFkal oO KDCDA3_OperInstructions gqxd 1 4 06 12 57 PM Page 10 Page 10 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Typical Application Examples for the KD CDA3 HDTV Analog A V Distribution Amplifier Display Display Display PCM Audio KD CDA3 HD Analog Component Video YPbPr and Digital RCM Audio One Source can drive up to THREE Displays ee DVD Changer HDTV Set Top Box Display Display B isplay Display CVBS CVBS CVBS CVBS CVBS Stereo System L amp R Audio L amp R Audio Y Out to Pb In KD CDAS Distribution Amplifier for Composite Video One Composite Video Source can drive up to SEVEN Composite Video Displays gt Y Out to Pr In CVBS The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Page 11 of 29 KD CDAS Operating Instructions High quality Component Video YPbPr and VGA RGBHV Equipment Some of your Source equipment and Displays may have an analog video output that is called Component Video Component Video is a three wire video format with the video signals typically labeled YPbPr Another common analog video output format is RGB like the VGA outputs on your computer which typically has separate H amp V sync signals The KD CDAS HDTV Distribution Amplifier has one 1 bank of RCA type Input connec
26. wer Supply that came with your unit 5V DC 110 120 VAC 60 Hz 7 watts A The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Mey cigiFal KDCDA3_OperiInstructions gxd 1 4 06 12 57 PM Page 6 KD CDAS Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Please be sure to follow these instructions for safe operation of your unit CO NOAA F WOW NY gt 10 11 12 13 14 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the 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 are provided for your Safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod br
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