AV Cables

Audio/video runner cables, pigtails, and wallplates

Why do we need this product?

• Saves installers time– No need to field-terminate

AV connections• RCA

• HD15

• BNC

– Time = $$$!!

• Less termination headaches– Don’t have to be a “cable

wizard”

• High performance

• Easier to plan– Buy only the cables &

connectors you need

Without RapidRun

• Installer must pull bulk cable• Then, must terminate cable at

each drop– Large installs may take long time

– Field terminations might be difficult• Solder • Screw-down terminals

– Field terminations may also affect performance

• Subpar shielding, grounding practices

• Bulk cable, connectors, tools, all add up—end up costing the same– More space in inventory, truck, etc.

With RapidRun

• Installer pulls runner cable– Includes pulling cap on each

end• Protection• Ease of use

• Then, terminates to wallplate or pigtail with easy-to-use RapidRun connector

• Termination is clean, sturdy, and takes only seconds

How does it work?

• The system consists of two major components

– Runner cable– Break-Away

• Pigtail or wallplate

• Installer plans wiring strategy, decides which signals will be used

– Select runner cable• Run one of each for future-

proof

– Choose the proper Break-Aways accordingly

• RapidRun connectors make termination easy

What kind of signals?

• A/V– Composite video

– S-video

– Component video (YPbPr)

– Line-level audio (Stereo)

– Digital audio (SP/DIF)

• VGA– HD15 connector

– 5 BNC connector (RGBHV)

Runner cables

• Available in two versions– 5 Mini-coax (12 pins)– UXGA 3 Mini-coax, 3 Twisted-pair, 2

conductors (15 pins)– Different connector type for each version

• Stock lengths (CL2)– 15ft– 25ft– 35ft– 50ft– 75ft– 100ft– 125ft– 150ft

Which runner cable do I use?

• Determine the type of signals that will be carried

– Video– Audio– Both video & audio

• VGA applications– Use UXGA runner

• A/V applications– Use 5 Mini-coax runner

• Future-proofing– Run one of each

About the runner cables

• 5 Mini-coax– 75 Ohm coax– Overall foil & braid shield– 12-pin RapidRun

connector (female) (protects pins)

– Flexible black jacket

• UXGA (3 Mini-coax, 3 Twisted-pair, 1 Pair)

– 75 Ohm coax– Overall foil & braid shield– 15-pin RapidRun

connector (female)– Flexible black jacket

Break-aways (interconnects/pigtails)

• Male RapidRun connector on one end

• Different connector combos available on other end

– HD15– RCA– S-video (4-pin MiniDIN)– BNC

More about pigtails

• Connector possibilities– HD15 Male

– 5 BNC Male

– 5 RCA Male

– S-video + 2 RCA (Analog Audio) Male

– S-video + 3 RCA (YPbPr) Male

– 3 RCA (Video + Analog Audio) Male

– 3 RCA (YPbPr) Male

– 4 RCA (YPbPr + Digital Audio) Male

Break-Aways (wallplates)

• Connector possibilities– HD15 Female

– 5 BNC Female

– 5 RCA Female

– S-video + 2 RCA (Analog Audio) Female

– S-video + 3 RCA (YPbPr) Female

– 3 RCA (Video + Analog Audio) Female

– 3 RCA (YPbPr) Female

– 4 RCA (YPbPr + Digital Audio) Female

Runner/Break-Away Compatibility

  Runner Pig-Tail P/N Wall Plate P/N

Application 5 Coax UXGA    

UXGA video X 40725 40735

RGBHV 40726 40736

Component Video + Audio 40727 40737

S-Video + Audio 40732 40742

Composite Video + Audio 40730 40740

Component Video 40731 40741

Component Video + Digital Audio X 40729 40729

Component Video + S-Video X 40728 40728

More about the terminations

• Solder terminations

• High-quality machined connectors

• 12-pin and 15-pin connectors

• Easy to attach & detach Runners & Break-aways

FAQs

• What kind of connector is that?– This is a proprietary circular DIN-style connector. It can be referred to as a “RapidRun

Connector”.

• Can I get custom lengths?– Yes, custom-lengths will be available.

• What about plenum jackets?– Some plenum-jacketed cables will be stocked, in 30-, 50-, 75-, and 100-foot lengths.

Custom-built lengths will also be available.

• Can I join two Runners together for an extreme long length?

– Not at this time. Couplers are expected to be available in Q1 ’06, though. There are no

plans to build a Runner “extension”.

• How is the connector terminated?– The conductors of the cable are soldered securely to the RapidRun connector. This is

standard practice for factory-assembled cables, and results in a high-performance, highly stable connection.

• Is this CL2 or CL3 rated?– The runner uses a CL2 rated jacket, which is suitable for installation into walls and

ceilings of residential applications. An installer should always check with local building codes regarding cable jackets & installation practices.

More FAQs

• How large of a conduit can I put it in?– 3/4” conduit, with a 90-degree sweep.

• How long of a cable can I have?– Normal signal length recommendations apply. For analog A/V (composite, S-video, YPbPr,

applications often exceed 200 feet. The longest runners that will be stocked are 150-footers.

• Are there Runner extensions?– Not off the shelf—when couplers become available, they can be used to “extend” or join two

Runners.

• Will there be a runner for network cabling?– No. RapidRun doesn’t present a clear benefit over current network cabling practices.

• Does it support Hi-Def?– Supports VGA & YPbPr analog video, both of which support HD resolutions (up to and

including 1080p). Length considerations should always be taken into account.

• What’s the maximum resolution?– These are built to meet UXGA resolutions, which include 1600x1200.

• How thick does the wall need to be to hold the wallplate?– The Break-Away wallplate takes up the same space as a standard electrical outlet/junction

box. It fits into either plastic or metal single-gang box, or into a mud ring. A metal box is preferred.

Even more FAQs

• Can I join different Break-Aways?– There is a limited amount of interoperability—HD15 to 5 BNC, HD15 to 3 RCA. There is

no signal conversion! An S-video signal can’t be converted into composite, nor VGA into component. Illegal connections are generally prevented by keying. An HD15 pigtail can’t be used on 12-pin Runner.

• I want a wallplate on one end, and a pigtail on the other end—will this work?

– Yes, that will work fine.

• Can I run the RapidRun alongside AC power?– That is not a good idea no matter what kind of AV cabling is being installed. Best

practices indicate that at least low-voltage communication cables should be separated from AC power lines by at least 6 inches of space. If they must intersect, do so at a right angle.

• Can I use the HD15 on one end, and the 3 RCA on the other end?

– Perhaps. There is no signal conversion, though. This should only be used for a YPbPr component video application.

• Your terminology is confusing. What are the different Runners called?

– UXGA (3 Coax, 3 TP, 1P) and 5 Mini-coax

Yet again, still even more FAQs

• Is the coax RG59 or RG6?– This is 75-Ohm Minicoax, ideal for analog video & audio signals.

• What are the wire gauges used?– UXGA cable—3x 28 AWG mini-coax, 3x 24 AWG twisted pairs, and 1x 24 AWG pair.– 5 Mini-coax—5x 28 AWG mini-coax.

• I need an HD15 female—do you make that pigtail?– No, but the Break-Away wallplate is HD15 female. If the pigtail connector must be

female, use an HD15 slimline gender changer/coupler as a workaround.

• Do you have a wallplate in other colors?– At this time, Break-Away wallplates are available only in white, decorative-style wallplates.

Check back later for beige, and brushed stainless steel.

• Is pin 9 missing on the HD15?– Yes. Pin 9 is missing on HD15 pigtails. The corresponding pin on the Runner cable is

not connected.

THE LAST OF THE FAQs

• How strong is the pulling eye?– The factory has tested the strength of the connector terminations, and pulling force should

not exceed 15 foot/lbs. If stronger pulling force is needed, a pulling aid that attaches to the wire itself can be used.

• Do you have pigtails/adapters with XLR or ¼” connectors?

– These connectors are in the theoretical planning stages right now. Pro audio applications are months down the road.

• Are these in stock?– Yes! PVC base cables as well as the pigtails are in stock. Plenum base cables will be

made to order. Wallplate will be in stock November 2006.

• Who needs the RapidRun system?– Hotels, banquet centers, exhibition halls, convention centers, training rooms, presentation

areas, houses of worship, conference rooms, classrooms, high-end home theater installations, auditoriums, transportation terminals, retail stores, etc.

– ANYWHERE WHERE A/V OR VGA SIGNALS NEED TO GO A LONG DISTANCE, THROUGH A SMALL SPACE, AND WITH A MINIMAL AMOUNT OF TERMINATION WORK!!!

Thank you!