VBC Kit
Composite A/V Balun
Installation Manual
LIMITED WARRANTY
The Russound CRX and CTX baluns are fully guaranteed for two (2)
years from the date of purchase against all defects in materials and
workmanship. For this warranty to apply, the unit must be installed
and used according to its written instructions. During this period,
Russound will replace any defective parts and correct any defect in
workmanship without charge for either parts or labor. Accidental dam-
age and shipping damage are not considered defects under the
terms of this warranty. Russound assumes no responsibility for
defects resulting from abuse or servicing performed by an agency or
person not specifically authorized in writing by Russound. If service is
necessary, it must be performed by Russound. Damage to or
destruction of components due to excessive power voids the warran-
ty. In these cases, the repair will be made at the owner’s expense. To
return for repairs, the unit must be shipped to Russound at the
owner’s expense, along with a note explaining the nature of the serv-
ice required. Be sure to pack in a corrugated container with at least 3
inches of resilient material to protect the unit from damage in transit.
Before returning a unit for repair, call Russound at (603) 659-5170 for
a Return Authorization number. Write the RA number on the shipping
label and ship to: Russound, ATTN: Service, 5 Forbes Road,
Newmarket NH 03857
Russound sells product only through authorized Dealers and
Distributors to ensure that customers obtain proper support and serv-
ice. Any Russound product purchased from an unauthorized dealer or
other source, including retailers, mail order sellers and online sellers
will not be honored or serviced under existing Russound warranty poli-
cy. Any sale of products by an unauthorized source or other manner
not authorized by Russound shall void the warranty on the applicable
product.
5 Forbes Rd. Newmarket, NH 03857
Tel 603.659.5170 • Fax 603.659.5388
e-mail: tech@russound.com
28-1246 01/24/06
SAFETY INFORMATION
1. This device is to be installed and/or used in accordance with
appropriate electrical codes and regulations.
2. Do not install this product in an electrical junction box with 110V
or higher unless an approved barrier separates the high- and low-volt-
age sections.
3. To avoid fire, shock or death, do not connect power to this prod-
uct until it is fully installed.
4. When in doubt, turn off the power at the circuit breaker or fuse
and test that the power is turned off.
Safety Instructions:
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and user instructions should be
followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near
water; for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
7. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (includ-
ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the appliance.
9.Grounding or Polarization - Precaution should be taken so that the
grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.
10.Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
11. Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that liquids are not spilled
into the enclosure through the openings.
12.Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally; or
E. The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure is
damaged.
13.Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance
beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servic-
ing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
Precautions:
1. Power – WARNING: BEFORE TURNING ON THE POWER FOR THE
FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
Models are designed for use with AC120V, 60Hz
2. Do Not Touch The Unit With Wet Hands – Do not handle the unit or
power cord when your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other
liquid enters the cabinet, take the unit to a qualified service person
for inspection.
INTRODUCTION
The VBC Composite Audio Video Balun Kit contains a pair of
active circuitry (powered) baluns for sending composite video
and two-channel analog audio over a single CAT-5 cable. This
kit includes a transmitter and receiver and would be used in
multiroom audio-video distribution systems to remotely locate
an audio-video source from a distribution or display device.
The benefits of using this kit are that it uses low-cost CAT-5
cable, plus it eliminates ground loops, which may occur when
remotely locating sources from displays. Ground loops are
seen as lateral “hum” bars scrolling on the display and an
audible hum in the audio. The kit also uses an active buffer
switch that allows a source signal to be split and shared with
another system.
KIT CONTENTS
(1) CTX transmitter module
(1) CRX receiver module
(1) 846C 12VDC 200mA power supply
