Setup Guide — MDA 3 Series
This card provides quick start instructions for an experienced installer to set up and operate Extron MDA 3 Series
S-video, composite video, and audio distribution amplifiers. See the table below right to identify the attributes of each model covered in this guide.
Installation
Step 1 — Mounting
Turn off or disconnect all equipment power sources and mount the MDA as required.
S-video
Distribution
Amplifier
Step 2 — Connections
N The drawings below may show features not on your
MDA, depending on your model.
MDA 3SV
MDA 3SVA
The MDA 3V Dual has two separate DAs in a single enclosure.
a
Input connector (MDA 3SV models) —
MDA 3V
MDA 3AV
MDA 3V Dual 2
Connect an S-video video source to the Input 4-pin mini DIN connector.
MDA 3A
2 = Two separate DAs.
b
Output connectors (MDA 3SV models) — Connect up to three S-video displays to these 4-pin mini DIN Output connectors.
e
2
MDA 3SVA,
Rear Panel
MDA 3SVA
1
INPUT OUTPUTS
POWER
12V
.5A MAX
L
INPUT
R
1
L 1 R L 2
2
OUTPUTS
R L 3
3
R
BAL
MDA 3AV,
Rear Panel
MDA 3AV
3 4
POWER
12V
.34A MAX
L
INPUT
R
I
N
1
L 1 R L 2
2
OUTPUTS
R L 3
3
R
BAL
O
U
T
1 2 3
UNBAL
1 2 3
UNBAL
8 5 6 7 8 5 6 c
In connector (MDA 3V and 3AV models) — Connect a composite video source to the BNC connector.
d
Out connectors (MDA 3V and 3AV models) — Connect up to three composite video displays to these BNC connectors.
e
Input connector (MDA 3SV A, MDA 3AV, and MDA 3A) — Connect a balanced or unbalanced stereo audio or mono audio device to the Input
5-pole captive screw connector. Wire the connectors as shown below:
Do not tin the wires!
Tip
Sleeve
Tip
Sleeve
Unbalanced Stereo Input
(high impedance)
Tip
Ring
Sleeve (s)
Tip
Ring
Balanced Stereo Input
(high impedance)
7
Setup Guide — MDA 3V Series, cont’d
f
Output connectors (MDA 3SV A, MDA 3AV, and MDA 3A) — Connect up to three balanced or unbalanced stereo audio or mono audio devices to the Output 5-pole captive screw connectors. Wire the connectors as shown below.
C
For unbalanced audio output, connect the sleeve(s) to the ground contact.
DO NOT connect the sleeve(s) to the negative (-) contacts).
Tip
NO GROUND HERE.
Sleeve(s)
Tip
NO GROUND HERE.
Tip
Ring
Sleeve (s)
Tip
Ring
Do not tin the wires!
Unbalanced Stereo Output Balanced Stereo Output g
Bal(anced)/Unbal(anced) DIP switches (Audio models) — For each balanced audio output, set the associated DIP switch to the Balanced (up) position. For each unbalanced audio output, set the associated DIP switch to the Unbalanced (down) position.
Each output can be balanced or unbalanced independently of the other two outputs.
h
Power connector — Connect an IEC power cord between the included 12 V power supply and a
100 VAC/240 VAC, 50-60 Hz source. Connect the power supply to the MDA as shown at right.
Smooth
A
Ridges
A
BAL
1 2 3
UNBAL
Captive
Screw
Connector
C
Always use a power supply supplied and or specified by Extron. Use of an unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance certification and may cause damage to the supply and the end product.
Unless otherwise stated, the AC/DC adapters are
SECTION A–A
Power Supply
Output Cord
Tie
Wrap
3"
16 (5 mm)
Max.
not suitable for use in air handling spaces or in wall cavities. The installation must always be in accordance with the applicable provisions of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, article 75 and the
Canadian Electrical Code part 1, section 16. The power supply shall not be permanently fixed to building structure or similar structure..
Operation
After all devices are powered up, the system is fully operational. If any problems are encountered, verify that the cables are routed and connected properly. If your problems persist, call the Extron S 3 number shown below.
Sales & Technical Support Hotline that is closest to you, at the
Extron USA - West
Headquarters
+800.633.9876
Inside USA / Canada Only
+1.714.491.1500
+1.714.491.1517 FAX
Extron USA - East
+800.633.9876
Inside USA / Canada Only
+1.919.863.1794
+1.919.863.1797 FAX
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+800.3987.6673
Inside Europe Only
+800.7339.8766
Inside Asia Only
+81.3.3511.7655
+81.3.3511.7656 FAX
+31.33.453.4040
+31.33.453.4050 FAX
+65.6383.4400
+65.6383.4664 FAX
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+400.883.1568
Inside China Only
+86.21.3760.1568
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+971.4.2991800
+971.4.2991880 FAX
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