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AV & VGA Detachable Cabling
System
Audio/video base cables, pigtails, and wallplates
Reviewing the RapidRun system
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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?
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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:
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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:
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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
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RCA
S-video
Component video
VGA
• These are candidates for RapidRun
instead!
Why do we need this product?
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Less termination headaches
High performance
Saves installers time on
large projects
– No need to field-terminate
VGA and AV connections
– Time = $$$!!
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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
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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?
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The system consists of two
major components
– Base cable
– Break-Away
• Pigtail or wallplate
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Installer plans wiring
strategy, decides which
signals will be used
– Select base cable
– Choose the proper BreakAways accordingly
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MUVI connectors make
termination easy
What kind of signals?
• A/V
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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
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Available in two versions
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UXGA 3 Mini-coax, 3 Twisted-pair, 2 conductors
PVC
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5 Mini-coax PVC
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15 pin connector
Dual foil and braid shield
12 pin connector
Dual foil and braid shield
Plenum jackets also available
Stock lengths
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15ft
25ft
35ft
50ft
75ft
100ft
125ft
150ft
Which base cable do I use?
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Determine the type of signals that will be carried
A/V applications
– Use 5 Mini-coax base cable
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VGA applications
– Use UXGA base cable
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Future-proofing
– Run one of each
Base Cable
Application
5 Coax
UXGA Video
Pigtail/Wallplate
UXGA
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HD15
RGBHV
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5 BNC
Component Video + Audio
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5 RCA (RGBRW)
S-Video + Audio
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2 RCA + S-Video
Composite Video + Audio
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3 RCA (YRW)
Component Video
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3 RCA (RGB)
Component Video + Digital Audio
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4 RCA (RCBBI)
Component Video + S-Video
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3 RCA + S-Video
Break-aways
(pigtails /wallplates)
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RapidRun connector on one
end
Different connector combos
available on other end
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HD15
RCA
S-video (4-pin Mini DIN)
BNC
The RapidRun MUVI connector
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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!