Altinex TILT N PLUG INTERNATIONAL TABLETOP INTERCONNECT BOX TNP461 User Guide

							Tilt ‘N Plug® Jr. Interconnect Boxes User’s Guide 
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Welcome!  
We greatly appreciate your purchase of the TNP461. We are sure 
you will find it reliable and simple to use. Superi or performance 
for the right price, backed by solid technical and  customer support 
is what Altinex has to offer.   
We are committed to providing our customers with Si gnal 
Management Solutions
® to the most demanding audiovisual 
installations at competitive pricing and we welcome  you to join the 
ranks of our many satisfied customers throughout th e world. 
1. Precautions and Safety Warnings 
Please read this manual carefully before using your TNP461. 
Keep this manual handy for future reference. These  safety 
instructions are to ensure the long life of your TN P461 and 
prevent fire and shock hazards. Please read them ca refully and 
heed all warnings.  
1.1 General  ·   Qualified Altinex service personnel or their autho rized 
representatives must perform all service. 
1.2 Installation Precautions ·   Place the Tilt ‘N Plug Jr. in a dry area away from  dust. 
·   Handle the TNP Jr. carefully. Dropping or jarring  can 
damage the bezel.  ·
  To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this unit  to water 
or moisture. Do not place in direct sunlight, near  heaters 
or heat-radiating appliances, or near any liquid. E xposure 
to direct sunlight, smoke, or steam can harm intern al 
components. 
·   Never place fingers inside the opening on either s ide of 
the unit. This could cause injury due to sharp edge s. 
·   Do not place heavy objects on top of the TNP Jr. D o not 
use excessive force to push down on the top of the  unit.  
·   Disconnect the power cord to turn off the main pow er. 
This supplies power to the power socket on the pop  up 
panel. The power outlet should be installed near th e 
equipment and should be easily accessible. 
·   We recommend using outlets with a Ground Fault Cir cuit 
Interrupter (GFCI) for maximum protection. 
·   Install all cables according to the instructions f ound 
herein. Do not force or pull cables or power cords.  
1.3 Cleaning ·   Surfaces should be cleaned with a dry cloth. Never  use 
strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol or th inner. 
Do not use a wet cloth or water to clean the unit. 
   
 
2. Installation Procedures 
Step 1.  Download and read the entire online manual  to become familiar with the TNP461 and for detailed installation. 
Step 2.  Cut an opening into the table’s surface. Re fer to the Altinex website at 
www.altinex.com for table cutout requirements. 
Note:  The table can be 2.25” or less in thickness.  Always confirm dimensions 
before cutting to insure that specifications have n ot changed. 
Step 3.  Insert the TNP461 into the cutout. Under th e table, place the support brackets 
into the grooves on the side of the unit at the des ired height and secure using 
the knurled thumb screws. Tighten wing nuts to set  screws in place. See 
Diagram 3 of online manual for details. To lower th e unit, push on the top cover 
until it locks into place. 
Step 4.  Secure cables to the underside of the table  using the hardware provided. Secure 
the power cord to the table separate from the signa l cables. Leave enough slack 
in the power cord service loop to allow for easy op ening and closing, but not too 
much as to cause excess drooping of the service loo p. Adjust loop for best 
opening and closing of unit.  
Step 5.  Connect your cables to their corresponding  input connectors on the bottom of the unit. Raise the unit into 
position, push down on the front of the top cover;  the latching mechanism will then release, allowing  the 
spring to raise it into position.  
Step 6.  To lower the unit, push on the top of the T ilt ‘N Plug Jr. until it locks into place.  
3. Limited Warranty/Return policies 
Please see the Altinex website at http://www.altinex.com for details on warranty and return policies.     
						

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4. Technical Specifications 
Specifications are subject to change. See www.altinex.com for up-to-date information.
Features/Description  TNP461 Description 
General  
Audio/Video/Communication  6 ft. (2m) 
  Video, VGA  15-pin HD F-M (1) 
  Video, HDMI*  HDMI  F-M (1) 
  Computer Audio  3.5mm F-M (1) 
  CAT-6 Network  RJ-45 F-M (1) 
  USB  USB Type A F-M (1) 
Pass-Through AC Power  1.5 ft. (0.46 m) 
  AC Power   User Side 
  Supply Side 
Universal Receptacle  
IEC 60320 C14 (male) 
Accessories Included   
  Hardware -Mounting screws/brackets  
-Cable clamps/screws 
Table 1. TNP461 General      Mechanical  TNP461 Description 
 Max. Table Thickness  2.25 in (57 mm) 
 Width  5.7 in (145 mm) 
 Height, opened (above table)  2.5 in (64 mm) 
 Height, below table  3.9 in (99 mm) 
 Depth  5.2 in (132 mm) 
 Finish  Matte Black 
 Net Weight (approx.)  3.2 lb (1.5 kg) 
 Shipping Weight  3.7 lb (1.7 kg) 
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° Operating   10 °C-35 °C 
 T ° Maximum  40 °C 
 Humidity 
90% non-condensing 
   Table 2. TNP 461 Mechanical   
Electrical  TNP461 Description 
Power Rating   
(pass-through AC Power)  220-240VAC, 50/60Hz,  
5 A maximum 
   Table 3. TNP 461 Electrical 
*   HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multime dia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI 
Licensing LLC in the United States and other countr ies.   
						

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5. About Your Tilt ‘N Plug Jr. ·  Semi-compact enclosure 
·   Mounts into tabletop 
·   Offers single input plate 
·   Opens/closes by pressing on top cover 
·   India compatible power connectors  
·   All signals pass through to the underside of the t able 
  
The TNP461 belongs to the family of International T ilt ‘N Plug Jr. series. It is a compact interconnection solution designed for 
installation into a table as part of a presentation  system. The TNP461 is designed for mounting into a  table, podium, or other furniture to 
provide a way of connecting audiovisual equipment o n top of the furniture to a presentation system below the furniture. 
The core element of the TNP461 is a multimedia inpu t plate that can be tilted open when needed and pushed closed when not 
needed.  
The TNP461 is an international model with power con nectors designed for India. The TNP461 has a universal power receptacle for the 
user input and is connected to a supply side cable  terminated in an IEC60320 C14 connector, with 1.5 f t. cable length. 
The TNP461 is a pre-configured, compact hybrid inte rconnect solution that includes audio, network, USB and video (VGA and HDMI) 
ports. All signals pass through the input plate dir ectly to cables on the underside of the table with  no intervening circuitry. The use of 
additional Altinex Signal Management Solutions such  as computer video interfaces, distribution amplifiers, and switchers may be 
desirable. 
The input plate of the Tilt ‘N Plug Jr. is accessib le by pushing down on the top cover. The unit then  auto tilts open with help from an 
internal pneumatic spring. Once open, the input pla te remains securely in place. The input plate is hidden by pressing down on the top 
cover until the latching mechanism engages. In its  closed position, the top panel lies flush with the table’s top, held in place by the 
latching mechanism. 
All Tilt ‘N Plug Jr. Signal Management Solutions co me with a standard top and bezel offering a high qu ality matte black finish. Other 
finishes or special bezel configurations are availa ble upon request. Please contact an Altinex represe ntative to discuss custom options. 
 
TNP461 
·   RJ-45 F Network (x1) –Snap in port 
·   USB F (x1)-Snap in port 
·   3.5 mm F Audio (x1)  
·   15-pin HD F Video(x1) 
·    HDMI  F Video (x1)  
·   AC Power (x1)    
						

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6. Application Diagrams 
Diagram 1: Application Diagram         
						

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Diagram 2: TNP 461 Dimensions  
     
						

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Diagram 3: TNP461 Mounting               
						

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7. Operation 
7.1 Opening and Closing the Tilt N Plug  
The Tilt ‘N Plug Jr. will open easily when the top is pressed down 
and then released.  
When the Tilt ‘N Plug Jr. is not in use, simply pre ss the top down 
until it is level with the surface of the table and  then release.  The 
unit will remain hidden until needed again.  
 
7.2 Power/Signal Connections  
Connect external devices to the appropriate connect or on the Tilt 
‘N Plug Jr. Remember, the devices plugged into the  AC power 
connectors should not draw more than 5A AC. 
8. Troubleshooting Guide 
The Tilt ‘N Plug Jr. supplied was carefully tested  and no problems were detected. However, we would li ke to offer the following 
suggestions: 
Symptom Resolution 
Signal quality is poor.   Please make sure that the highest quality cables ar
e used. 
The TNP is a passive unit and does not alter signal s in any way. If there is suspected problem 
with the signal quality, check the quality of the c ables coming into the TNP and connecting to the 
output of the TNP. If they are of low quality or im properly assembled, this will affect the overall 
quality of the signal. 
Damaged power cord  Make sure that no cable or power cord is damaged or
 pinched.  
If there has been damage, do not use the Tilt N Pl ug. Please call the Altinex Customer Service 
Department at (714) 990-2300 to have the unit repai red. 
Unit raises too slowly If the unit does not rise into position correctly, 
check the service loops for the signal and power 
cords on the bottom of the unit. If the service loo p is too small, the cables will counteract the 
spring trying to raise the unit into position. 
Unit tilts up too fast  If the unit rises into position too fast, check the
 service loops for the signal and power cords on 
the bottom of the unit. If the service loop is too  large and the cables are putting upward pressure 
on the unit, the unit will tilt up too fast. 
Unit does not close all  
the way  If the unit does not close flush with the bezel, ch
eck the service loops for the signal and power 
cords on the bottom of the unit. If the service loo p is putting upward pressure in the unit, the unit 
will not be able to seat all the way down.