Middle Atlantic Products VRS User Manual
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Instruction Sheet
THANK YOU
Thank you for purchasing the VRS Vertical Rackmount System. Please read these instructions
thoroughly before installing/assembling this product.
PRODUCT FEATURES
- Adjustable rackmount system allows easy placement of cable boxes in a vertical position
- Cable boxes are clamped in place and evenly spaced, using adjustable plastic spacers
in the top and bottom shelves
- Can hold up to 7 components such as satellite or cable boxes, depending on size
- Permits space between the units which allows for ventilation
NOTE: Most cable and satellite receivers are designed to be mounted horizontally.
Special Consideration must be given to proper thermal management when mounting
vertically
F
L
AT
S
URFACE
1) PRE-INSTALLATION SIZING/REAR RETAINER BAR INSTALLATION
Place the rackshelf onto a flat surface. Place your first and last cable boxes onto the rackshelf as shown.
Slide the boxes until they are flush with the front rackears. This is to determine where to place the rear
retainer bar, which will secure the components from the back. (FIGURE A)
SUPPLIED HARDWARE
(D)
FIGURE A
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Rear Retainer Bar
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Plastic Spacer
8-32 Nuts
8-32 Studs
3
3
QTY
QTY
QTY
QTY
QTY
1
Front Retainer Bar
(Used for Transportation)
(E)
1
22
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4) INSTALL BOTTOM RACKSHELF
Install to rackrail as shown. (FIGURE C)
NOTE: The lip of the rackshelf
aligns with the bottom of the
lowest rackspace (to equal two
rackspaces because the ear
alone is less than two rackspaces)
2) SECURE REAR RETAINER BAR
Position the rear of the components flush with the front ears. Secure the rear retainer bar using the supplied
hardware as shown. (FIGURE B)
NOTE: If using the front retainer bar, do not fully tighten rear retainer bar hardware
3) REMOVE COMPONENTS
Once the rear retainer bar is installed, remove the boxes to mount the shelf to the rackrail.
FIGURE B
FIGURE C
EAR
RACKSHELF
LIP
1
RACKSPACE
1
RACKSPACE
= 2 RACKSPACES
INSTALLATION CONTINUED
5) INSERT THE FIRST COMPONENT
Place the first component onto the shelf at one end. (FIGURE D)
NOTE: If not filling the shelf
completely, space the units
apart as shown for best ventilation
FIGURE D
(A)
INSTALLATION CONTINUED
6) INSERT BOTTOM SPACERS
Insert the first pair of plastic spacers into the bottom shelf spacer slots by snapping them in as shown.
(FIGURE E)
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Snap the spacer
into the spacer slots
FIGURE E
FIGURE F
7) SECURE BOTTOM SPACERS
Slide the first pair of spacers against the component for a tight fit as shown. (FIGURE F)
8) TOP INSTALLATION
Install the top over the first component as shown. (FIGURE G)
FIGURE G
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INSTALLATION CONTINUED
NOTE: Leave the top shelf screws loosely assembled until all components are installed.
9) INSERT TOP SPACERS
Invert the spacer and insert it into the top as shown. (FIGURE H)
FIGURE H
10) SECURING TOP SPACERS
Secure each spacer by sliding it against each component for a tight fit. (FIGURE J)
FIGURE J
(A)
INSTALLATION CONTINUED
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Snap the spacer
into the spacer slots
11) INSTALL REMAINING COMPONENTS
12) INSTALLATION OF FRONT RETAINER BAR (OPTIONAL)
Install front retainer bar as shown. Ensure the side with the foam is facing the components. Push rear
retainer bar against components until the foam on the front retaining bar and fully tighten rear retainer bar
hardware. (FIGURE K)
Install all remaining components and spacers as required. Repeat previous installation steps until all
components and spacers are in place.
13) SECURE TOP SHELF
Once all components have been installed, gently apply even pressure to the top and tighten the
rackscrews to secure. (FIGURE L)
FIGURE L
FIGURE K
Tighten
to Secure
Tighten
to Secure
(E)
Gently Push Down
INSTALLATION CONTINUED
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- The VRS is shown with a 15 Amp
8 outlet slim surge-protected
power strip with tool-less,
two-position mounting bracket
- Part Number PD-815SC-PBSH
Optional
Power Strip
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WARRANTY
Middle Atlantic Products, Inc. (the "Company") warrants the VRS Series Vertical Rackmount System to be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and
conditions for the lifetime of the product.
The Company's entire liability to the purchaser, and the purchaser's (or any other party's) sole and exclusive remedy, under this warranty shall be limited, at the Company's option, to
either (a) return of and refund of the price paid for, or (b) repair or replacement at the Company's factory of the products purchased, or any part or parts thereof, which the Company
has determined to be defective after inspection thereof at the Company's factory. This warranty does not cover damage due to acts of God,accident, misuse, abuse or negligence by
parties other than the Company, or any modification or alteration of the products. In addition, this warranty does not cover damage due to improper handling, assembly, installation or
maintenance.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR ANY
OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCTS PURCHASED, EVEN IF THE COMPANY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES. THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY TO THE PURCHASER (OR ANY OTHER PARTY) HEREUNDER, IF ANY, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF
THE PRODUCTS PAID TO THE COMPANY.
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Corporate Voice 973-839-1011 - Fax 973-839-1976 / International Voice +1 973-839-8821 - Fax +1 973-839-4982
middleatlantic.com - info@middleatlantic.com
Middle Atlantic Canada
Voice 613-836-2501 - Fax 613-836-2690 / middleatlantic.ca - customerservicecanada@middleatlantic.ca
Factory Distribution
USA: NJ - CA - IL Canada: ON - BC
At Middle Atlantic Products we are always listening. Your comments are welcome.
Middle Atlantic Products is an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Registered Company.
NOTE: THERMAL MANAGEMENT
IT IS THE INSTALLERS RESPONSIBILITY
TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HEAT REMOVAL
ABOVE THE VRS SYSTEM TO ENSURE
EQUIPMENT RELIABILITY
OPTIONS
POWER STRIP