Analog Way Ascender 48 - Manual (Page 13)

PRELIMINAR
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PRELIMINAR
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4.2 Unpacking and inspection
• 1 x Ascender 48 (ASC4806)
• 1 x Power supply cord
• 1 x Ethernet cross cable (for device control)
• 1 x Web-based Remote Control Software included and hosted on the device
• 1 x Rack mount kit
• 1 x User manual (PDF version)*
• 1 x Quick start guide*
* User manual and Quick start guide are also available on www.analogway.com
Before racking and plugging any inputs and outputs, it is advised to power on the unit. Should you encounter
any issue, you must contact immediately your local distributor or dealer, or closest Analog Way technical
support offices (see chapter: 14. Contact information) .
Tabletop mounting: Ascender 48 can be used directly on a table; the unit is equipped with 4 handy anti-slip
rubber feet.
Rack mounting: Ascender 48 is compatible with a 19” enclosure. Please follow the instructions below to
install the device in a 19” rack.
CAUTION: Ascender 48 weighs 42.77LBS (19,4Kg). Please provide appropriate support to the frame during
installation. First, place ears on each side of the device (ref: 180469) Place the device in your rack. Attach the
device to the rack by using 2 screws through the ears (screws not included).
Additional support, such as the rear rack support or slide rails, is required. Ascender 48 is equipped with drill
holes designed for compatibility with rack mount (ref: 180489). Use 4 screws M4x10 countersinck on both
sides of the unit. Adjust the size of the rail in order to fill your rack.
A lacing bar is provided with the rack mount kit (ref: 180489). Install it with the M4x10 screws according to
your cables position.
Connect all of the cables to the device and attach them to the lacing bar with the help of tie wraps.
IMPORTANT:
- The openings in the front and rear panels of the device are for cooling. Air flows from front to back. Do not
cover these openings to avoid cutting air circulation.
- The maximum ambient operating temperature should not exceed 40°C (104°F).
- The rack and all mounted equipment in it must be reliably grounded according to national and/or local
electrical standards.
4.2 Unpacking and inspection
4.3 Rack mount information
Dismantling front handles of the device could invalidate warranty on after-sales services of your
Ascender 48. It is strongly advised to avoid using front handles as rests for your Ascender 48,
they are designed for manipulation purposes only.
If required, front handles of the device can be dismantled, but with caution. The original screws removed
can be reintroduced to their location without handles in place. Substantial damages can occur, including
risk of electric shock from the main voltage. Only M4x12mm screws can be used. They are supplied with
the unit.
CAUTION!
Mounting using only the front
rack ears is sufficient for fixed
installations. Additional support,
such as the rear rack support or
slide rails, is required for mobile
applications, and recommended
for all.