AdderLink AV Series

High-resolution video and superb quality audio distribution for Digital Signage and Media Streaming applications.

The AdderLink AV Series is a range of audiovisual extenders delivering high video resolutions and superb quality audio up to 300m using standard CATx cable (x=5,5e,6,7). The innovative design allows for flexible audiovisual distribution that can be expanded to grow in line with project developments.

The AdderLink AV range of audiovisual extenders allow for the real time delivery of high quality multimedia content over long distances. Using the AdderLink AV avoids the prohibitive costs of fibre optic cabling, displays with built in CPUs or locating a CPU next to each screen. Allowing for the creation of flexible distribution architectures, the AdderLink AV ensures direct delivery of crystal clear communication with consumers at the point of decision.

Consisting of 4 interchangeable units, the AdderLink AV Series makes the design of digital signage and narrow casting applications cost effective, flexible and easy to plan.

AdderLink AV Series features;

• Extends video and audio across a single CATx cable
• Extra fine video quality at resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 at 200m and 1280 x 1024 at 300m
• High fidelity clickless digital audio (16bit, 44.1 kHz, stereo)
• Fine, independent sharpness and brightness control
• DDC support
• Integrated state of the art 300MHz DeSkew with 62ns full scale & 2ns granularity (AV101R only)
• Feed through / cascade port at transmitter
• Dual video and audio outputs at receiver
• Use stand alone or rack mount 16 modules across 3U
• Advanced spike suppression circuits for reliability in ‘noisy’ installations
• All metal construction
• Power / video indication confirm correct operation

AdderLink AV 100T transmitter and AdderLink AV100R

• Sold individually or as a pair (AdderLink AV 100P)
• Extends high resolution video and high fidelity audio up to 300m
• Local port on transmitter to connect local screen and speakers or for cascading other AdderLink AV 100T transmitter units
• AdderLink AV 100R duplicates input from transmitter allowing for 2 video and 2 audio outputs
• Can be used as a receiver up to 300m from AdderLink AV 100T or AdderLink AV 104T transmitters

• Extends a single high resolution video and high fidelity audio signal to 4 different receivers
• Local port to connect local screen and speakers or to cascade to other AdderLink AV 104T transmitter units

AdderLink AV 101R receiver unit

• Duplicates input from transmitter allowing for 2 video and 2 audio outputs
• Integrated skew adjustment allowing the receiver to be located further from the transmitter and/or cope with higher video resolutions
• Can be used as a receiver up to 300m from AdderLink AV 100T or AdderLink AV 104T transmitters
• Has local cascade port allowing for other receivers to be cascaded from the original receiver

Video Resolutions - 1600 x 1280 at distances up to 200 metres/650 feet, 1280 x 1024 at distances up to 300 metres/1000 feet.

Extension distance - Up to 300 meters/1000 feet using CATx (x=5,5e,6,7).

Extension technology - Differential analogue signalling for video signals.

Cable Equalisation - Finely adjustable cable equalisation amplifiers enable the video sharpness and brightness to be independently adjusted using the dials on the side of the receiver units.

Integral DeSkew (AdderLink AV101R only) – Skew compensation adjustments can be made using the two rotary dials on the AdderLink AV101R receiver unit. The first dial affects the relationship between green and blue colour signals, the second red and green. The cable skew is produced due to wire length differences between different twisted pairs in a CATx cable that arise due to the different twist rates used to reduce signalling cross talk. The amount of cable skew seen depends on the cable type used and the cable length. The AdderLink AV101R provides up to 62ns of DeSkew with a fine 2ns resolution. This means that high-resolution video can be accurately DeSkewed even at long cable distances. The DeSkew supports 300MHz bandwidths, which means that the DeSkew function does not adversely affect the video quality.

Indicators - The remote and local units are fitted with two indicators; red shows the presence of power into the module, green indicates the presence of a video input.

Audio - Transmitted as digital signals to ensure high fidelity and low noise levels. Phase locked sampling clocks ensure that there are no unwanted clicks when no sound is being played.

Rack mount options – Both the local (computer-end) and remote (display-end) units may be rack mounted in the AdderLink AV Series rack mount chassis. The chassis enable 16 units to be mounted in 3U of 19-inch rack space. The units are rack mounted using the optional rack mount faceplate.

Connectors (AdderLink AV 100T) -1 x blue 15-pin high-density D-type female connector for video input and 1 x light green 3.5mm audio jack for audio input. 1 x blue 15-pin high-density D-type female connector for video output and 1 x light green 3.5mm audio jack for audio output or cascade to additional AdderLink AV 100T. 1 x RJ45 connector for CATx cable connection. 2.5mm DC jack for power adapter.

Connectors (AdderLink AV 100R) - 2 x blue 15-pin high-density D-type female connector for video output and 2 x light green 3.5mm audio jack for audio output. 1 x RJ45 connector for CATx cable connection. 2.5mm DC jack for power adapter.

Connectors (AdderLink AV 104T) - 1 x blue 15-pin high-density D-type female connector for video input and 1 x light green 3.5mm audio jack for audio input. 1 x blue 15-pin high-density D-type female connector for video output and 1 x light green 3.5mm audio jack for audio output or cascade to additional AdderLink AV 104T. 4 x RJ45 connectors for CATx cable connections. 2.5mm DC jack for power adapter.

Connectors (AdderLink AV 101R) - 2 x blue 15-pin high-density D-type female connector for video output and 2 x light green 3.5mm audio jack for audio output. 1 x RJ45 connector for CATx cable connection from local unit and 1 X RJ45 connector for CATx cable connection to cascade to additional AdderLink AV 101R receiver units. 2.5mm DC jack for power adapter.

Physical (All AdderLink AV units) – Metal case (steel and stainless steel), 98mm x 95mm x 25mm.

Power – All AdderLink AV units are powered by an external 5V DC, 2A power supply with IEC power cable connection. A country specific power cord is provided. Alternatively 4 units can be powered using a 4amp power supply and the Adder “Squid” cable.

Spike suppression – All AdderLink AV units are fitted with spike suppression circuits.

Display Data Channel – DDC signalling is supported to enable the computer to communicate with the local monitor and thus configure its video card for optimal operation.

Package contents – All AdderLink AV Series come with the necessary IEC style power supply and power cord, safety and installation leaflet, CD manual, stick on rubber feet. (Note: the rack panels are not included and need to be purchased separately as required).

Optional accessories – ALAV - Series rack mount chassis (part code: ALAV-RMK-CHASSIS), rack mount plate for local/remote unit (part codes: ALAV-RMK-FACIA). Adder 4amp power supply and “squid” cable to power 4 ALAV units (part code ALAV-PDM-KIT).

Approvals - FCC class A, CE marked.

Power – Operating Voltage: 100-240VAC
Power Frequency: 50-60Hz
Usage: 5VDC at 500mA.

Temperature Tolerance – 0-40°C (32 to 104°F).

Humidity Tolerance – 5 to 60% non-condensing.