Altinex Switch MT110 103 User Manual

MULTITASKER®  
MANUAL PART NUMBER: 400-0197-006  
MT110-103  
8 X 8 MONO AUDIO  
MATRIX SWITCHER CARD  
USER’S GUIDE  
 
MULTITASKER  
1.5 FCC NOTICE  
PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS  
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC  
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two  
conditions: (1) This device may not cause  
harmful interference, and (2) this device must  
accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
Please read this manual carefully before using your  
MT110-103 and keep it handy for future reference.  
These safety instructions are to ensure the long life  
of your MT110-103 and to prevent fire and shock  
hazards. Please read them carefully and heed all  
warnings.  
1.1 GENERAL  
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This equipment has been tested and found to  
comply with the limits for a Class A digital  
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference when the  
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Qualified ALTINEX service personnel or its  
authorized representatives must perform all  
service.  
1.2 HANDLING  
equipment is operated in  
a
commercial  
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Handle the MT110-103 carefully. Dropping or  
jarring can damage the card.  
environment. This equipment generates, uses,  
and can radiate radio frequency energy and if  
not installed and used in accordance with  
instructions found herein, 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.  
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The MT110-103 contains components that are  
sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD).  
Always use ESD safety precautions when  
touching the card.  
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·
To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this unit  
to water or moisture. Do not place the  
MT110-103 in direct sunlight, near heaters, or  
heat-radiating appliances, or near any liquid.  
Exposure to direct sunlight, smoke, or steam can  
harm internal components.  
·
Any changes or modifications to the unit not  
expressly approved by ALTINEX, Inc. could void  
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
Do not pull any cables that are attached to the  
MT110-103.  
1.4 CLEANING  
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Clean only the connector area with a dry cloth.  
Never use strong detergents or solvents such as  
alcohol or thinner. Do not use a wet cloth or  
water to clean the card. Do not clean or touch  
any component or PCB.  
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ABOUT YOUR MT110-103  
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
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Specifications are subject to change.  
See www.altinex.com for up-to-date information.  
MT110-103  
8X8 Mono Audio Matrix Switcher  
FEATURES/  
MT110-103  
The MT110-103 is a Balanced Audio Matrix  
Switching Card. This card allows any input to be  
independently switched to any or all of the outputs.  
All inputs and outputs can be wired for unbalanced  
audio, or they can be wired for balanced audio  
allowing longer cable runs and superior noise  
resistance. Additionally, the MT110-103 has  
variable gain for each output.  
DESCRIPTION  
GENERAL  
Inputs  
Input Connectors  
Outputs  
(4) 5-pin Terminal Blocks  
Output Connectors  
Compatibility  
(4) 5-pin Terminal Blocks  
Stereo or Mono Audio  
As a “transparent” distribution amplifier, this card  
utilizes AC coupling on its inputs for ideal signal  
transfer characteristics. Switching is controlled with  
easy-to-use ASCII commands from a control  
system or computer connected to the RS-232 port  
of a MultiTasker enclosure or from the keys  
programmed on the front panel of the MultiTasker.  
Each card uses two slots in a MultiTasker  
enclosure, and all input and output connections are  
accomplished via captive-screw terminal blocks.  
Table 1. MT110-103 General  
MECHANICAL  
Enclosure Slots Required  
Weight  
MT110-103  
2
1.0 lb (0.45 kg)  
Black  
Connector Panel  
T° Operating  
T° Maximum  
10°C-35°C  
0 to 50°C  
Humidity  
90% non-condensing  
40,000 hrs  
MTBF (calc.)  
Although designated as an 8x8 matrix switcher, the  
MT110-103 can be used in a variety of ways to  
provide different capabilities. For example, one 8x8  
card can handle mono audio while two 8x8 cards  
handle stereo audio, or a single 8x8 card can be  
used to create a 4x4 stereo audio matrix.  
Table 2. MT110-103 Mechanical  
ELECTRICAL  
MT110-103  
Input Signals  
Max Level  
0 dBu  
Impedance  
10kW  
The HelpInside™ feature allows programmers to  
have access to command structures and control of  
the MT110-103 from any terminal using the [HELP]  
command. In conjunction with ALTINEX’s unique  
Audio Throughput  
0 dB unbalanced,  
6 dB balanced.  
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB  
Gain  
command  
structure,  
HelpInside™  
provides  
Frequency Response  
Output Signals  
Level  
easier-than-ever control of MultiTasker cards with  
simple keyboard commands. No typing of long  
keyboard strings is necessary.  
1 Vp-p max.  
Low – drives 600W  
0 dB ±0.5 dB  
Impedance  
Gain  
Power (from enclosure)  
+6V  
200 mA (1.2 W)  
100 mA (0.6 W)  
1.8W  
-6V  
Total Power  
Table 3. MT110-103 Electrical  
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