AV & VGA Detachable Cabling System

Audio/video base cables, pigtails, and wallplates

Reviewing the RapidRun system

• Detachable interconnect system for A/V & VGA cables

• Save termination hassle during installation

• Opens new opportunities for contractors & installers

• Flexible—many connector options, signals can be combined over one cable

• Modular—easy to upgrade as applications change

• Attractive pricing—good opportunity for profit

Who can use RapidRun?

• A/V installers

• Contractors/builders requiring pre-wired VGA or A/V cabling

• Data installers wishing to “cross-over” into A/V

• Types of end-users:– Educational institutions– Conference rooms– Training facilities– Retail stores– Houses of worship– Residential home theaters

How to identify potential RapidRun customers

• Anyone who is buying the following:– Bulk VGA/UXGA cable

– Bulk 5 coax/3 coax cable

– Plenum VGA cables

– Raw AV connectors (RCA, HD15)

– A/V or VGA wallplates

– Any long-length AV cables• RCA• S-video• Component video• VGA

• These are candidates for RapidRun instead!

Why do we need this product?

• Less termination headaches

• High performance

• Saves installers time on large projects

– No need to field-terminate VGA and AV connections

– Time = $$$!!

• Flexibility– Connections can change

with applications

Without RapidRun

• A/V and VGA bulk cable pulled without connectors, then terminated at each drop– Field terminations might be difficult

• Solder • Screw-down terminals

– Field terminations may also affect performance

• Inconsistent shielding, grounding practices

• If applications change, new cable must be run

With RapidRun

• Installer pulls base cable– Includes pulling cap on each

end• Protection• Ease of use• ¾” conduit with 90° sweep• 15 lbs of pulling tension

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

• Termination is clean, sturdy, and takes only seconds

How does it work?

• The system consists of two major components

– Base cable– Break-Away

• Pigtail or wallplate

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

– Select base cable– Choose the proper Break-

Aways accordingly

• MUVI connectors make termination easy

What kind of signals?

• A/V– Composite video (VCR, camera)

– S-video (DVD, PC)

– Component video (DVD, HD tuner)

– Line-level audio (Stereo)

– Digital audio (SP/DIF)

• VGA/UXGA– HD15 connector (PC monitor)

– 5 BNC connector (RGBHV)

Base cables

• Available in two versions– UXGA 3 Mini-coax, 3 Twisted-pair, 2 conductors

PVC• 15 pin connector• Dual foil and braid shield

– 5 Mini-coax PVC• 12 pin connector• Dual foil and braid shield

• Plenum jackets also available• Stock lengths

– 15ft

– 25ft

– 35ft

– 50ft

– 75ft

– 100ft

– 125ft

– 150ft

Which base cable do I use?

• Determine the type of signals that will be carried

• A/V applications– Use 5 Mini-coax base cable

• VGA applications– Use UXGA base cable

• Future-proofing– Run one of each

Base Cable Pigtail/Wallplate

Application 5 Coax UXGA

UXGA Video X HD15

RGBHV X X 5 BNC

Component Video + Audio X X 5 RCA (RGBRW)

S-Video + Audio X X 2 RCA + S-Video

Composite Video + Audio X X 3 RCA (YRW)

Component Video X X 3 RCA (RGB)

Component Video + Digital Audio X 4 RCA (RCBBI)

Component Video + S-Video X 3 RCA + S-Video

Break-aways (pigtails /wallplates)

• RapidRun connector on one end

• Different connector combos available on other end

– HD15– RCA– S-video (4-pin Mini DIN)– BNC

The RapidRun MUVI connector

• Multiple Use Versatile Interconnect• Solder terminations• Brass contact terminals• Bright nickel plated finish• Precision CNC machined connectors• Extremely simple to attach with

unique locking mechanism that tightens from either end

• Loss-less connection without compromising the characteristic impedance or properties of the signal

• Pulling eye cap also protects connectors from dirt, dust and oil during installations.

What it means for you:

• Flexibility– Base cables can be used with many connector/signal types

• Affordability– Your customer sees very attractive pricing vs. substitute

solutions

• Convenience & ease of use– MUVI connectors eliminate complicated field termination

– Lets any data installer get started with A/V

• Unique in marketplace– Offers your customers an efficient, one-of-a-kind solution

– Award-winning product—CEA TechHome Mark of Excellence

• Repeat business– Break-aways can be upgraded as applications change

FAQs

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

to as a MUVI Connector”.

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

• What about plenum jackets?– Some plenum-jacketed cables will be stocked, in various lengths.

Custom-built lengths will also be available.

• 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.

More FAQs

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

• How long of a cable can I have?– Many factors can affect maximum cable length. For most

applications, picture quality is maintained up to 150 feet. Analog A/V (composite, S-video, YPbPr), applications can sometime exceed this, going to 200 feet and beyond. The longest base cables that will be stocked are 150-footers.

• Does it support Hi-Def?– Supports UXGA & YPbPr analog video, both of which

support HD resolutions (including 720p and1080i). Length considerations should always be taken into account.

THE LAST OF THE FAQs

• How strong is the pulling eye?– The factory has tested the strength of the ring on the pulling eye,

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

• 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!