DATA 2 CONTROL 1 A 5 B 6 C 7 8 9 G 13 J 15 L 19 P All-In-One E 10 16 M 20 R Connector System F 11 12 H K 17 14 18 N 21 22 T 26 PODIUMS AUDITORIUMS FLY PACKS VIDEO 4 AUDIO 3 D MOBILE - TRUCKS PANELS CORPORATE FLOOR POCKETS RENTAL & STAGING RACKS CABLE ASSEMBLIES HOUSES OF WORSHIP A/V CARTS SCHOOLS WALL PLATES BROADCAST STADIUMS BREAKOUT BOXES
Introduction TABLE OF CONTENTS PROBLOX ALL-IN-1 CONNECTOR SYSTEM Overview pg. 3 ProBlox Connectors & Hoods pg. 4 ProBlox D Connectors & Hoods pg. 5 Contacts pg. 6 Tools pg. 7 Coax Termination Instructions pg. 8-9 Dimensional Drawings pg. 10-11 81 2 14 18 22 26 C 7 F 11 H K 17 N 21 T 2
OVERVIEW ProBlox All-In-1 Connector System The ProBlox and ProBlox D connector systems are cost-effective solutions for bundling numerous signals into one connector. ProBlox houses up to 16 video and 26 audio/ control contacts while the ProBlox D system allows for up to 16 video contacts, 18 audio/control contacts and 2 Cat5e connectors for Data. ProBlox and ProBlox D are field-terminatable with low-cost tooling and custom configurable for thousands of combinations. It can be used anywhere HD video, VGA, HDMI, DVI, analog/digital audio, control signals, or data need to be fed to a single location. Built of rugged and durable components, and offering true 75-ohm video contacts for HD signals, the ProBlox system reduces the number of individual connectors, eliminates clutter, offers easy plug-and-play operation and a clean, professional finished look. The ProBlox system was designed to make set-up in schools, conference rooms, auditoriums, houses of worship, and mobile trucks simple. With the ProBlox system, everything is in one connector making this the first truly affordable fieldterminatable solution on the market. 81 2 14 18 22 26 C 7 F 11 H K 17 N 21 T 3
ProBlox Connectors & Hoods The ProBlox plug and receptacle house 16 HD-video contacts and 26 audio/control contacts. This ratio allows thousands of combinations of HD15, DB9, BNC, RCA, XLR, 3.5mm, terminal blocks, etc The system is completely customizable based on your requirements and budget. Load only the contacts you need, or fill it completely for future expansion. BTX can manufacture a system to your specs or you can terminate it yourself. PLUG: CV-PB42P Knob version for quick & easy hand tightening to receptacle PLUG: CV-PB42PSC Slotted version screw that sits flush to hood RECEPTACLE: CV-PB42R HOOD: CV-PBH Rugged all metal housing Houses up to 16 HD-video contacts Rotating function- dual cable entrance at top or side Houses up to 26 audio / control contacts Block made of high strength PBT plastic Notched to prevent backwards mating Adjustable cable clamp for excellent strain relief Keyed System - 288 combinations for unique mating Part # Description CV-PB42P Plug with knob, houses female coaxial contacts CV-PB42PSC Plug with slotted screw, houses female coaxial contacts CV-PB42R Receptacle, houses male coaxial contacts CV-PBH Hood for ProBlox, accepts max cable bundle OD of 0.88" x 0.90" CV-PBHL Hood for ProBlox, provides larger opening when using side entrance. Accepts max cable bundle OD of 1.05" x 0.90" CV-PBPHK Panel mounting hardware kit (optional) 4 fax: 800.569.4244 web: www.btx.com
ProBlox D Connectors & Hood The patent-pending ProBlox D is the A/V industry s first field terminatable system to incorporate multiple data, HD video, audio, and control signals in a single connector. ProBlox D is similar to our original ProBlox connector but has the added ability to handle data over Cat5e. Along with 16 HD-video contacts and 18 audio/control contacts, it also houses 2 Cat5e connections. This allows you to take advantage of all signal types, including HDMI, DVI and VGA. All of these signals can effectively be run over 1 or 2 Cat 5e cables making ProBlox D the ultimate podium style connector. Incorporating Cat5e into the ProBlox D connector is a snap. Terminate RJ45 connectors on the end of your cable as you normally would and plug them right in the ProBlox D connector. It is that easy. If you are planning on using pre-made Cat5e assemblies, you must remove the boot prior to plugging it in. Cat5e assemblies with molded boots cannot be used. PROBLOX D: CV-PB50R Keyed System - 288 combinations for unique mating Houses up to 16 HD-video contacts Houses up to 18 audio / control contacts Notched to prevent backwards mating Houses 2 Cat5e connectors Block made of high strength PBT plastic Part # Description CV-PB50P ProBlox -D plug with knob, houses female coaxial contacts CV-PB50R ProBlox -D receptacle, houses male coaxial contacts CV-PBDH Hood for ProBlox -D 5
Contacts VIDEO CONTACTS: The coaxial contacts for the ProBlox system features an all-crimp 3 piece design. These true 75 ohm contacts have excellent electrical performance up to 3 GHz and are ideal for VGA up to uncompressed HD video applications. There are currently two versions available; one for Belden s miniature 75 ohm serial digital 1855A, 1855P cable (or equivalent), and one for mini hi-res cable. We recommend using our own WV-RGB5P mini hi-res but it does work with many other cables as well. After being terminated to the cable, the female contact inserts into the plug with actuating screw and the male contact inserts into the receptacle with locknut. Complete coaxial contact termination instructions can be found on pages 8-9 of this brochure. VIDEO CONTACTS: Male Female Features: True 75 ohm impedance 3 GHz bandwidth All-crimp 3 piece design Gold plated contact areas Heavy duty crimp ferrule for increased strength Separate contact works with Belden 1855A, 1855P and equivalents Separate contact works with BTX WV-RGB5P mini hi-res and equivalents Male Contacts - Return Loss 25dB to 3 GHz Female Contacts - Return Loss 21dB to 3 GHz Part # Description CV-PBVCM2 Male coaxial contact for BTX-RGB5P mini hi-res (or equivalent) - sold in bags of 10 CV-PBVCF2 Female coaxial contact for BTX-RGB5P mini hi-res (or equivalent) - sold in bags of 10 CV-PBVCMG Male coaxial contact for Belden 1855A (or equivalent) - sold in bags of 10 CV-PBVCFG Female coaxial contact for Belden 1855A (or equivalent) - sold in bags of 10 AUDIO/CONTROL CONTACTS: The plug and receptacle utilize the same unisex audio/control contacts which have the unique ability to mate with themselves. Choose between the solder or crimp style versions. The crimp style pin requires the use of a tool to terminate. Insertion and extraction tools are also available for easy insertion and removal of these pins and can be found on the opposite page. CRIMP VERSION: CV-PBAC Audio/Control crimp contact, unisex - sold in bags of 100 SOLDER VERSION: CV-PBAS Audio/Control solder contact, unisex - sold in bags of 100 6
Tools TOOL: TV-PBCCT Indent crimp tool handle and reversible male/female positioner for coax center contact pin TOOL: TV-PBPDG Pin depth gauge TOOL: TV-PA1302 TOOL: TV-PA2652 & TV-PA2648 Paladin crimp tool handle for use with coax contacts The TV-PA2652 Paladin crimp die is for use on the ferrule of RGB5P (mini hi-res) coax contacts and the TV-PA2648 Paladin crimp die is for use on the ferrule of 1855A coax contacts TOOL: TV-PBEXTF & TV-PBEXTM The TV-PBEXTF extraction tool for female coax contacts and the TV-PBEXTM extraction tool for male coax contacts TOOL: TV-CSTK715A & TV-CSTK715B These automatic stripping tool kits from Coasel allow you to strip the coax in a pencil sharpener type fashion. Both kits contain: hand held driver with removable Ni-Cad battery pack, AC charger and carrying case. The TV-CSTK715A kit contains one cutter head for use with RGB5P mini hi-res and ProBlox coax contacts and the TV-CSTK715B kit contains one cutter head for use with 1855A and ProBlox coax contacts. TOOL: TV-CCHRGB5PPB & TV-CCH1855APB Coastel cutting heads can be purchased individually if you already own the tool. The TV-CCHRGB5PPB is set with strip dimensions specifically for RGB5P and the ProBlox contacts. The TV-CCH1855APB is set with strip dimensions specifically for 1855A and the ProBlox contacts. TOOL: TA-516280201 Crimp tool for audio/control contacts TOOL: TA-516280300 & TA-516280400 The TA-516280300 is the required extraction tool for audio/control contacts and the TA-516280400 is the insertion tool for audio/control contacts 7
Coax Termination Instructions Place ferrule on coaxial cable and strip to lengths shown below. NOTE: Due to the precise nature of these connectors, these dimensions are important. FEMALE CV-PBVCF2 or CV-PBVCFG.205[5.2mm].059[1.5mm].079[2mm] MALE CV-PBVCM2 or CV-PBVCMG.205[5.2mm].051[1.3mm].079[2mm] Set indent tool TV-PBCCT to proper positioning and insert pin as shown. Indent Tool Positioner Insert Screw Cap Male Center Pin Shown In Positioner For Correct Crimping/indent Female Center Pin Shown In Positioner For Correct Crimping/ Indent Unscrew cap, slide positioner out, re-insert positioner with respect to connector being assembled: M side is for CV-PBVCM2 or CV-PBVCM2G (as shown above), F side is for CV-PBVCF2 or CV-PBVCFG Crimp center contacts using TV-PBCCT properly set to male/female position. FEMALE MALE Insert cable/contact into connector body as shown. NOTE: These pins do not snap in place, you must insert fully for proper configuration FEMALE MALE Slide ferrule into place, place pin depth gauge to end of connectors, set pin depth with TV-PBDG as shown. Use caution in handling after setting pin depth. Connector Flush To End Pin Stops Against Surface Crimp ferrule with specified hex crimper to complete assembly. Connector Flush To End Pin Stops Against Surface FEMALE MALE 8
Coax Termination Instructions ProBlox installation instructions for coaxial contacts Install assembled cable with connector in problox body (note orientation of block). Insert from rear side of block insert from rear side of block Press firmly to compress retainer Female CV-PBVCF2 or CV-PBVCFG Male CV-PBVCM2 or CV-PBVCMG Push thru until retainer snaps into locked position Plug CV-PB42P or CV-PB42PSC Receptacle CV-PB42R ProBlox removal instructions for coaxial contacts Plug CV-PB42P or CV-PB42PSC Receptacle CV-PB42R TV-PBEXTF EXTRACTOR TV-PBEXTM EXTRACTOR Select proper tool for gender of coaxial connector. Place tool tip over contact to be extracted. Push plastic handle firmly all the way in, to disengage retainer. Keeping pressure on the plastic handle, push plunger to eject connector from hole and connector will dislodge from seat. It must be pulled out by hand to replace. Contacts can be re-inserted into proper position after removal. 9
Dimensional Drawings Plug Receptacle ProBlox.798.681.681.798 1.234 Mounting Surface.80 3.191 1.125 1.475.769.90 4.25 1.140 2.045 1.022 2.281 1.249 2.750 P 19 L 15 J 13 G 9 D 5 A 23 1 3 R 20 M 16 10 E 6 B 24 21 N 17 K H 11 F 7 C 22 18 14 12 C 7 F 11 B 6 E 10 A 5 D 14 26 18 22 K 17 N 21 T 16 M 20 R L P 25 H 24 3 4 26 12 2 2 T 25 8 4 1 8 RECEPTACLE BLOCK PIN DESIGNATION, SEEN FROM PIN INSERTION (WIRE) SIDE.384.136 4 HOLES.562 23 9 G 13 J 15 19 PLUG BLOCK PIN DESIGNATION, SEEN FROM PIN INSERTION (WIRE) SIDE Assemblies, Mounting Solutions ProBlox connectors can be purchased for field termination with simple hand-tools or as completed assemblies, panels, wall plates, breakout boxes, floor pockets, or cable reels. As a CTS Certified company, our sales engineers and Belden Certified assemblers will create the most elegant, custom tailored solutions for your job. 10 fax: 800.569.4244 web: www.btx.com
Plug Receptacle ProBlox D 2.750 2.750.807.924 1.173.681 MOUNTING SURFACE 3.185 1.10 1.420.875.90 1.188 4.25 1.025 2.050 2.375 1.525 2.750 4 2 6 H 10 16 14 16 18 B K D Y 12 7 11 M L F E C A P 8 T R R 17 1 3 5 9 13 15 2 N.438 B D 8 F E Y 7 C J G A.149 4 HOLES.710 17 15 RECEPTACLE BLOCK PIN DESIGNATION, SEEN FROM PIN INSERTION (WIRE) SIDE 4 K 12 M L 11 Z N H 6 10 P T Z G J 14 18 13 9 5 3 1 PLUG BLOCK PIN DESIGNATION, SEEN FROM PIN INSERTION (WIRE) SIDE Our highly trained technicians utilize automated tooling and apply special sleeving options to make sure your assemblies are clean, professional and ready to install hassle-free. Already know what you need? Send us your drawings and we ll do the rest. BTX will not only turn your quote around quickly, typical assembly lead times run just 2-5 days. Questions? Just give us a call. fax: 800.569.4244 web: www.btx.com 11
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