2.5ME Kahuna CF Install Manual Issue 4.3 Rev 3

Innovation from
Pro-Bel and Snell & Wilcox
2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+
SD/HD Production Switcher

Installation Manual
Join today
http://www.snellgroup.com/community/kahuna-club
Part Number: RMY3 KAHUNA2_5INST
snellgroup.com
Table of Contents
About this Manual .............................................................................................................................. 4
1 Warnings and Precautions ......................................................................................................... 4
1.1
Explanation of Safety Symbols ............................................................................................ 4
1.2 Safety Warnings...................................................................................................................... 4
Warning............................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Lithium Batteries ..................................................................................................................... 4
Battery Warning ................................................................................................................................. 4
1.4 Mains Supply Voltage ............................................................................................................. 5
1.4.1
Circuit Breakers ............................................................................................................................... 5
Mains Input Only (for DC PSU output, see the Specification pages)................................................ 6
1.5 Power cable supplied for the USA .......................................................................................... 7
1.6 Power cable supplied for countries other than the USA.......................................................... 8
2
Maintenance & Repair ................................................................................................................. 9

Warning! Mainframe Filter Maintenance and Replacement.......................................................... 9
2.1 Opening the Front Door .......................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Cooling Fan Failure................................................................................................................. 9
Safety Standards ......................................................................................................................... 10
Introduction.................................................................................................................................. 11
4.1 The Kahuna system component options................................................................................. 11
4.2
On Receipt of the System.................................................................................................... 11
System Components................................................................................................................ 12
5.1
Kahuna CF+ 6RU Mainframe .............................................................................................. 12
5.2 3ME Compact Control Surface ............................................................................................... 12
5.3 GUI.......................................................................................................................................... 13
5.4 Master AUX Control Panel ...................................................................................................... 13
5.5 Remote AUX Panel ................................................................................................................. 13
5.6 Remote AUX Cable Lengths ................................................................................................... 13
5.7
Preview Aux Panels K16, K24, K32 and K40......................................................................... 14
5.8 ShotBox .................................................................................................................................. 15
5.9 Micropanel .............................................................................................................................. 15
5.10
GUI Processor and GUI Extension ...................................................................................... 15
Location and Environment ......................................................................................................... 16

Environmental Considerations .......................................................................................................... 16
Mainframe Location Instructions ....................................................................................................... 16
6.1 Airflow through the Mainframe ................................................................................................ 16
6.2 Airflow through the Mainframe Power Supplies ...................................................................... 17
6.3 Mounting the GUI and Master AUX Panel Stand .................................................................... 18
6.4 Mounting the GUI continued ................................................................................................... 19
6.5 Mounting the GUI continued (19 inch Rack Mount Bracket) ................................................... 20
6.6 Mounting the Master Aux (19 inch Rack Mount & VESA Bracket).......................................... 21
6.7 Mounting the 3ME Compact Control Surface.......................................................................... 22
Warning! ......................................................................................................................................................... 22
6.8
Mounting the Mainframe into a 19 Rack ................................................................................ 23
Warning! ........................................................................................................................................................ 23
6.9
Remote AUX Panel ................................................................................................................. 24
2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+ Installation Manual Issue 4.3, Rev 3

Page 1
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.10
Mounting the ShotBox and Micropanel................................................................................ 25
Desk Mount .................................................................................................................................................... 25

VESA Stand.................................................................................................................................................... 25
19 Rack Mount for the Micropanel Only........................................................................................................ 25
6.11 Mounting the K16 Preview Aux Panel....................................................................................... 26

VESA Stand.................................................................................................................................................... 26
19 Rack Mount .............................................................................................................................................. 26
6.12 Mounting the K24, K32 and K40 Preview Aux Panels .............................................................. 27
6.13 Mounting the GUI Processor and GUI Extension ..................................................................... 28
Desk Mount .................................................................................................................................................... 28
19 Rack Mount .............................................................................................................................................. 28
System Interconnection.............................................................................................................. 29
7.1 GUI Processor Connectivity .................................................................................................... 30
7.2 GUI Extension Connectivity .................................................................................................... 30
Ancillary Panel Connectors........................................................................................................ 31

8.1 GUI Connections..................................................................................................................... 31
8.2
GUI Connections Continued (25 Way D-Type male connector) ............................................ 32
8.3 GUI Connections Continued (15 Way D-Type connector) ...................................................... 32
8.4 GUI Processor Connections.................................................................................................... 33
8.5 GUI Extension Connections .................................................................................................... 34
8.6 Controlling the GUI Extension Box.......................................................................................... 34
1. PWR_SEQ (power sequence)................................................................................................................... 36
2. PWR_SW (power switch) .......................................................................................................................... 36
8.7 Master Aux and Remote Aux Connections and Address Setup.............................................. 37
Address Setup .................................................................................................................................. 37
8.8 Preview Aux Panels K16, K24, K32 and K40 Connections..................................................... 38
8.9 ShotBox Rear Panel Connections........................................................................................... 39
8.10
Micropanel Rear Panel Connections ................................................................................... 39
9 Control Surface Connectors....................................................................................................... 40
10
Mainframe Rear Panel and Connections................................................................................ 41
10.1
Kahuna Mainframe Connections ......................................................................................... 42
10.2
Control Signals via RS422 Port ........................................................................................... 42
10.3
Diagnostics via RS232 Port ................................................................................................. 42
10.4
GPO/TALLY via 25 way D-Type .......................................................................................... 43
10.5
General Purpose Inputs (GPI) via 25 way D-Type .............................................................. 44
10.6
RJ45 Network connections .................................................................................................. 45
FTP - Connecting to a PC .............................................................................................................................. 45
10.7
10.8
11
12
Sync Inputs .......................................................................................................................... 45

Sync Outputs ....................................................................................................................... 45
Mainframe Front (showing card locations)............................................................................ 46

Power Supplies......................................................................................................................... 47
Caution ........................................................................................................................................................... 47
System Components Using Internal Power Supplies..................................................................................... 47
Mainframe....................................................................................................................................................... 47
Control Surface............................................................................................................................................... 47
System Components Using External Power Supplies ................................................................................... 47
GUI Panel ....................................................................................................................................................... 47
Master Aux Panel and Remote Aux Panel..................................................................................................... 47
ShotBox and Micropanel ................................................................................................................................ 47
Connecting the Micropanel, ShotBox and Master Aux .................................................................................. 47
Preview Aux Panels K16, K24, K32 and K40................................................................................................. 48
GUI Processor ................................................................................................................................................ 48
GUI Extension ................................................................................................................................................ 48

Page 2
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
13
Switching the Mainframe ON................................................................................................... 49
13.2
Switching the Control Surface ON ....................................................................................... 50
14
Specifications ........................................................................................................................... 51
15
System Dimensions ................................................................................................................. 64
15.1
Mainframe Dimensions ........................................................................................................ 64
15.2
GUI Dimensions................................................................................................................... 65
15.3
3ME Compact Surface Dimensions..................................................................................... 66
15.4
Master Aux Panel Dimensions............................................................................................. 67
15.5
Remote Aux Dimensions ..................................................................................................... 67
15.6
Micropanel Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 68
15.7
ShotBox Dimensions ........................................................................................................... 69
15.8
Preview Aux Panel K16 Dimensions ................................................................................ 70
15.9
Preview Aux Panel K24 Dimensions ................................................................................ 71
15.10 Preview Aux Panel K32 Dimensions ................................................................................ 72
15.11 Preview Aux Panel K40 Dimensions ................................................................................ 73
15.12 GUI Processor and GUI Extension Dimensions .................................................................. 74
16
Cutout Templates ..................................................................................................................... 75
16.1
3ME Compact Control Surface ............................................................................................ 75
16.2
Micropanel ........................................................................................................................... 76
16.3
ShotBox ............................................................................................................................... 77
17
Contact Information ................................................................................................................. 78
Kahuna Care..................................................................................................................................... 78
18
Copyright and Disclaimer........................................................................................................ 78

Page 3
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing your new 2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+ SD/HD Production Switcher. This
installation manual will help you through each stage of the physical installation of each component
and advise you of all relevant safety aspects. For setup and configuration please consult the user
manual. If you have any questions regarding the installation of your product, please refer to the
contact details listed at the rear of this manual.
Warnings and Precautions

1.1
Explanation of Safety Symbols

This symbol refers the user to important information contained in the accompanying
literature. Refer to installation manual.
This symbol indicates that hazardous voltages are present inside. No user serviceable
parts inside. This unit should only be serviced by trained personnel.
1.2
Safety Warnings
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVERS
NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL ONLY
Servicing instructions, where given, are for use by qualified personnel only. To reduce
risk of electric shock do not perform any actions on this equipment other than contained in
the operating instructions, unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified
personnel.
Warning
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
! Always ensure that the unit is properly earthed and power connections correctly
made.
! This equipment must be supplied from a power system providing a PROTECTIVE

EARTH connection and having a neutral connection which can be reliably identified.
! The power outlet supplying power to the unit should be close to the unit and easily
accessible
1.3
Lithium Batteries
Battery Warning
CAUTION
This equipment contains a lithium battery
There is a danger of explosion if this is replaced incorrectly
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions.
Batteries shall only be replaced by trained service technicians
The Kahuna mainframe unit contains Lithium batteries to provide non-volatile memory.
Used batteries should be disposed of according to the manufacturers instruction.
Ensure that the same make and model of battery is used if replacement is required (a
manufacturer recommended equivalent may be used if the original type is not available)

Page 4
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
1.4
Mains Supply Voltage

Before connecting the equipment, observe the safety warnings section and ensure that
the local mains supply is within the rating stated on the rear of the equipment.
1.4.1
Circuit Breakers
The Kahuna Mainframe has a circuit breaker on the mains input of each power supply.
In the event of a fault a plunger will pop out and protrude from the rear of the breaker. To
reset remove power from the unit, press the plunger back in and then restore power to the
unit.
Warning!
If the breaker continually trips disconnect the unit and consult your dealer or service
agent.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Mains sockets on the Control Panel
Mains sockets on Kahuna Mainframe
Circuit breaker on PSU
MADE IN SAFFRON WALDEN, UK

Page 5
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
Mains Input Only (for DC PSU output, see the Specification pages)
To Mainframe PSU (9649610X)
110-240V at 50 and 60Hz.
To Control Surface PSU (9648401A)
100-240V at 50 and 60Hz
To (optional) external DC PSU for the Master Aux Panel and Remote Aux Panel:
(part No 9648701A)
100-240V at 50 and 60Hz
To (optional) external DC PSU for the GUI panel:
(part No 9648703A)
100-240V at 50 and 60Hz
To an external DC PSU for the ShotBox and Micropanel:

(part No 9648701A)
100-240V at 50 and 60Hz
To and external DC PSU for the Preview Aux Panels K16, K24, K32 and K40:
(part No 9658010A)
100-240V at 50 and 60Hz
To an external DC PSUs for the GUI Processor and GUI Extension:
100-240V at 50 and 60Hz
(part No 9648701A)
Note:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug each power supply cord into separate branch
circuits employing separate service grounds.

Page 6
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
1.5
Power cable supplied for the USA

The Control Surface is shipped with a power cord with a (10A) IEC molded free socket on
one end and a standard 3-pin plug on the other. If you are required to remove the molded
mains supply plug, dispose of the plug immediately in a safe manner. The color code for
the lead is as follows:
Fig. 3
GREEN lead connected to E

WHITE lead connected to N
BLACK lead connected to L
(Protective Earth Conductor)

(Neutral Conductor)
(Live Conductor)
The Mainframes are shipped with a power cord with a standard 16A IEC molded free
socket on one end and a standard 3-pin plug on the other. If you are required to remove
the molded mains supply plug, dispose of the plug immediately in a safe manner. The
color code for the lead is as follows:
Fig. 4
GREEN lead connected to E

WHITE lead connected to N
BLACK lead connected to L

(Neutral Conductor)
(Live Conductor)

Page 7
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
1.6
Power cable supplied for countries other than the USA

The Control Surfaces are shipped with a power cable with a standard (10A) IEC molded
free socket on one end and a standard IEC molded plug on the other. If you are required
to remove the molded mains supply plug, dispose of the plug immediately in a safe
manner. The color code for the lead is as follows:
Fig. 5
Free Plug
GREEN/YELLOW lead connected to E

BLUE lead connected to N
BROWN lead connected to L
Free Socket

(Neutral Conductor)
(Live Conductor)
The Mainframes are shipped with a power cable with a standard 16A IEC molded free
socket on one end and a standard 16A IEC molded plug on the other. If you are required
to remove the molded mains supply plug, dispose of the plug immediately in a safe
manner. The color code for the lead is as follows:
Fig. 6
GREEN/YELLOW lead connected to E

BLUE lead connected to N
BROWN lead connected to L

(Neutral Conductor)
(Live Conductor)

Page 8
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
Maintenance & Repair

Warning!
Mainframe Filter Maintenance and Replacement
Extreme caution needs to be taken when servicing or replacing the filter on the mainframe
unit. Do Not touch any components or parts within the main cabinet. Electric Shock
Hazard !
The metal mesh filter should be inspected regularly for dust accumulation with a maximum
inspection frequency of 6 months as explained below:
2.1
Opening the Front Door

1. Holding the both handles on the front panel, carefully pull away from the mainframe,
and lift upwards from the open hinge.
2. Inspect the mesh door (center) and the filter air vents either side of the mainframe
front. All should also be periodically vacuumed or if any dust had accumulated.
Fig. 7
Hold Handles and pull forward

as shown above
In the unlikely event of an equipment failure, contact the Snell Customer Support
Department, contact details are at the rear of this manual.
2.2
Cooling Fan Failure

IF THE COOLING FANS AT THE REAR OF THE SWITCHER MAINFRAME SHOULD
STOP FOR ANY REASON, THEN THE SYSTEM SHOULD BE SWITCHED OFF
IMMEDIATELY OR PERMANENT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
Depending on the length of time the mainframe has been run with no fan the unit may
need to be returned for checking and repair. Contact Snell and Wilcox or your Snell and
Wilcox dealer to discuss the situation.
Warning!
Do not obstruct air intakes to fans and air vents on any unit. Attention to the rear of the
control surface and the rear and sides.
Page 9
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
Safety Standards
This equipment complies with the following standards:
BS EN60950-1: 2001
Safety of information Technology Equipment Including Electrical Business Equipment.
UL1419 (2nd Edition)

Standard for Safety Professional Video and Audio equipment
EMC Standards
This unit conforms to the following standards:
BS EN55103-1:1996 (Environment E4)
Electromagnetic Compatibility, Product family standard for audio, video, audio-visual and
entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use. Part 1. Emission
BS EN55103-2:1996 (Environment E2)

Electromagnetic Compatibility, Product family standard for audio, video, audio-visual and
entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use. Part 2. Immunity
Federal Communications Commission Rules Part 15, Class A :2004
EMC Performance of Cables and Connectors

Snell products are designed to meet or exceed the requirements of the appropriate European
EMC standards. In order to achieve this performance in real installations it is essential to use
cables and connectors with good EMC characteristics.
All signal connections (including remote control connections) shall be made with screened
cables terminated in connectors having a metal shell. The cable screen shall have a large-area
contact with the metal shell.
COAXIAL CABLES
Coaxial cables connections (particularly serial digital video connections) shall be made with highquality double-screened coaxial cables such as Belden 8281 or BBC type PSF1/2M.
D-TYPE CONNECTORS
D-type connectors shall have metal shells making good RF contact with the cable screen.
Connectors having "dimples" which improve the contact between the plug and socket shells, are
recommended.

Page 10
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
Introduction
The Kahuna is the next generation of Production Switcher from Snell. Designed for the
demands of today and tomorrows fast paced, large live production environments,
equipped with a feature set to meet the requirements in post, Kahuna brings together the
signal processing quality with a comprehensive feature set enabling a confident and
creative production.
4.1
The Kahuna system component options

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Kahuna CF+ Mainframe (6RU rack height)

Control Surface 3ME Compact
GUI module
25 way D-type cable for Control Surface to GUI
Cat5 RJ45 cable for Switcher Mainframe (or switcher network) to GUI
15 way D-type cable for Master Aux to GUI or Control Surface
Master Aux Panel (4RU rack height, optional extra)

Remote Aux Panel (1RU rack height, optional extra)
Preview Aux Panels K16, K24, K32 and K40 models (optional extras)
ShotBox (optional extra)
Micropanel (4RU optional extra)
GUI Processor (1RU optional extra)
GUI Extension (1RU optional extra)
Note:
Installation and user manuals are supplied regardless of system components purchased.
4.2
On Receipt of the System

The equipment is supplied in dedicated packaging provided by the manufacturer and
should not be accepted if delivered in inferior or unauthorized materials.
Carefully unpack the system components and check them against the packing list.
If there is anything incorrect notify your dealer, or Snell, at once.
Check that the equipment has not been damaged in transit. If any damage has
occurred notify your dealer (or Snell) and the carrier immediately.
Always retain the original packing materials if possible, they could prove useful
should it ever be necessary to transport or ship the system units.
Always read the installation guide and the user instructions (separate manual)
carefully, it will provide you with helpful hints and tips about care and maintenance
and help you get the most out of your Kahuna.

Page 11
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
System Components
5.1
Kahuna CF+ 6RU Mainframe
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
5.2
3ME Compact Control Surface
Fig. 9

Page 12
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
5.3
GUI
Fig. 10
5.4
Master AUX Control Panel

Fig. 11
5.5
Remote AUX Panel

Fig. 12
5.6
Note:
Remote AUX Cable Lengths

Guaranteed maximum distance between 1U Aux. panels is 125m (137 yards) using
CAT5e cable, with a maximum overall distance of 2000m (2187 yards) for all 16 panels.
If the power is removed from an Aux panel the panel will go into Bypass; the length of the
cable will be the addition of the cable lengths pre and post the panel(s) in bypass, typically
this distance should not exceed 500m (547 yards).
Page 13
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
5.7
Fig. 13
Preview Aux Panels K16, K24, K32 and K40

Previ
Preview
Aux Panel K16
Preview Aux Panel K24
Preview Aux Panel K32
Preview Aux Panel - K40

Page 14
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
5.8
ShotBox
Fig. 14
5.9
Micropanel
Fig. 15
5.10
Fig. 16
GUI Processor and GUI Extension

GUI Processor
GUI Extension

Page 15
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
Location and Environment

Environmental Considerations
The ambient temperature for all the supplied equipment should not exceed the limits of 5
and 35C (41 to 95F) at a relative humidity of 10 to 90% (non-condensing).
Installing the equipment in a clean environment with moderate temperature and humidity
will promote a long and trouble-free equipment life.
Mainframe Location Instructions

The Kahuna mainframe may be used freestanding (tabletop configuration) or installed in a
standard 483mm (19 inch) equipment rack. The following precautions should be observed:
The cooling fan exhausts at the rear of the unit must not be obstructed - a minimum
clearance of 200mm (8 inches) is ESSENTIAL.
The cooling fan exhausts on the left side must not be obstructed.
Air intakes situated at the front, located on the right hand side are to allow the inlet of
cooling air and MUST NOT BE OBSTRUCTED. The front panel also allows airflow
through the mainframe.
Fig. 17 shows how cooling is provided by drawing air in through the vents at the front right
hand side of the unit, and through the mesh in the inner door, flowing across the cards
and exhausting it at the rear. The mainframe should never be operated for any significant
period of time with any covers removed as this will affect the internal airflow and cause
overheating.
6.1
Airflow through the Mainframe
Fig. 17
Airflow Out
Via Extractor Fan
Side Air Vent
Airflow In
Airflow through the

Front Door
Note: The front panel is shown lowered to display the front airflow inlet vent only.

Page 16
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.2
Airflow through the Mainframe Power Supplies

Fig. 18 shows the flow of air through the power supply modules. The air is drawn in
through the front vents and drawn through the PSU by internal fans, the air is then vented
out through the side of the PSUs and out the sides of the mainframe.
Note: The side vents should never be covered up and adequate space should be
provided around the sides for ventilation.
Fig. 18
Air exits via side

vents
Air drawn in by
internal fans

Page 17
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.3
Mounting the GUI and Master AUX Panel Stand

The Graphical User Interface Panel (GUI) and Auxiliary Switch Panel (Master AUX) can
be mounted to a flat surface using the AUX/GUI stands.
Using the base plate of the stand as a template, carefully mark out the 4 fixing holes ready
for drilling. There are 4 coach bolts complete with nuts and washers supplied to secure the
stand, see Fig.19 (The coach bolts are M6 x 100mm (1/4 inch, 3.93 inches) long))
A hole in the centre of the base plate can also be used as a template, to mark out a hole
for cables if required.
Carefully drill the mounting holes at 6.5mm DIA (or 1/4) and use the coach bolts and nuts
supplied to fasten the stand to the chosen surface.
Note:
The GUI is convection cooled, the vent holes at the top of the panel must not be covered
or obstructed.
Fig. 19
Base Plate
M6 type
coach bolts

Page 18
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.4
Mounting the GUI continued

The GUI also has the option to be mounted on the VESA 75 and VESA 100 stand.
The diagram below Fig. 20 shows the standard VESA layout that can be used.
Fig. 20

Page 19
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.5
Mounting the GUI continued (19 inch Rack Mount Bracket)

The GUI also has the option to be mounted on a 19 inch rack system.
The diagram below Fig. 21 shows the bracket that can be used.
The bracket frame is fitted over the back of the GUI and screwed into place using screws
(A). The bracket and GUI can then be attached to the 19 rack using standard rack mount
screws fitted through the holes marked (B).
Fig. 21
(A)
(A)
X5
(B)

Page 20
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.6
Mounting the Master Aux (19 inch Rack Mount & VESA Bracket)
The Master Aux has the option of being fitted to a 19 inch rack mount system using the
bracket shown in Fig.22 below, the bracket also has pre drilled template holes for a VESA
100 and VESA 75 stand.
The bracket frame is fitted over the back of the Master Aux and screwed into place using
screws (A). The bracket and Master Aux can then be attached to the 19 rack using
standard rack mount screws fitted through the holes marked (B). Alternatively, use the
pre-drilled holes marked (C) to mount the bracket and Master Aux to a VESA stand.
Fig. 22
(A)
(A)
VESA 100 & 75
(B)
VESA 75
(C)
(B)

Page 21
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.7
Mounting the 3ME Compact Control Surface
Warning!
Assistance may be needed to lift the control surface into position using correct lifting
procedures. If you are unsure of the lifting procedures, ask a Health and Safety Officer for
information.
Please use the information from the template provided (page 75) to make a correct cut out
for the control surface.
Two locking screws are located at either end of the front of the control surface. Carefully
turn the two locking screws counter clockwise, (it may be necessary to fully unscrew the
locking screws until they stop turning, to ensure that they engage when the surface lid is
lowered into position). Placing a hand under either end of the front of the control surface,
lift in an upward direction.
As the control surface is lifted a Lid Stay situated on the left side of the tray will click into
position and act as a brace bar to hold the control surface in the upright position.
Carefully lift and slide the rear end of the tray into the cut-out, then lower the front into
position.
Move the control surface to position the screw holes. Secure using No 6 countersink wood
screws along the front and sides of the tray.
Once the control surface has been fitted into position, keeping a firm hold on the
control surface to prevent it from dropping lift the control surface upwards slightly and
push the lid stay to uncouple it, then carefully lower. Finally turn the locking screws back
into the locked position.
Fig. 23
Locking Screws
Lid Stay
Fixing Screws
Fixing Screws

Page 22
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.8
Mounting the Mainframe into a 19 Rack
Warning!
Important:
DO NOT lift the mainframe whilst holding the front panel, as it will come away from the
mainframe chassis. The front panel is held in place with a metal clip and is not secure.
DO NOT lift from the rear using the fan housing.
The Mainframe unit is extremely heavy (33kg 72.6lb) and will require two people to lift
into position using correct lifting procedures. If you are unsure of the lifting procedures,
ask a Health and Safety Officer for information.
The Mainframe will require an 6U space within a rack system. Please read the above
warning before attempting to fit the mainframe into a rack system. It may be of assistance
to remove the power supplies from the mainframe before lifting (See Power Supply
diagram note on page 49).
Place the mainframe on a secure flat surface.
Take a firm hold of the handles on the front panel (1) and carefully pull away from the
mainframe, keeping hold of the panel. The panel will unclip and tilt forward on an open
hinge at its base (2). Lift the panel upwards and away from the mainframe.
Once moved into position in a rack, the mainframe will require support.
Notice that there are 2 pre-cut slots running down each side of the mainframe for screws
as shown in Fig.24.
The mainframe is fastened to the rack system using 4 x M6 (1/4 inch) screws (screws are
available from rack suppliers).
When finished, carefully replace the front panel.
Fig. 24
(1)
(2)
Open Hinge
Mounting unit to a 19 rack
Screws x 2
each side

Page 23
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.9
Remote AUX Panel

The Remote AUX Panel will require a 1RU space within a rack system. Once moved into
position, the remote AUX panel is fastened to the rack system using 2 x M6 screws
(available from rack suppliers), on the left side and 2 x M6 (1/4 inch) screws on the right
side, through the pre-drilled holes on the front panel as shown in Fig. 25.
Fig. 25
Screws x 2
Screws x 2

Page 24
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.10
Mounting the ShotBox and Micropanel

There are two ways to mount the ShotBox and three ways to mount the Micropanel:
Desk mount, as shown below
VESA stand mount (holes located on underside of each panel)
19 Rack mount for the Micropanel, mounted in a 19 rack system, using 4U rack space.
Desk Mount
Please use the information from the template provided (pages 76 and 77) to make a
correct cut-out for the ShotBox and Micropanel.
Once the cut-out has been made, carefully lift and slide the rear end of the tray into the
cut-out, then lower the front into position.
Move the ShotBox/Micropanel to position the screw holes. Secure using No 6 countersink
wood screws in the screw holes shown below.
VESA Stand
The VESA template below outlines the correct type of VESA stand (VESA 75) required to
mount the ShotBox and Micropanel.
Note: Screws no longer that 5MM (0.19 in) penetration into the tray of the ShotBox and
Micropanel.
19 Rack Mount for the Micropanel Only

The Micropanel can be mounted in a 19 rack system using 2 x M6 screws (available from
rack suppliers), on the left side and 2 x M6 (1/4 inch) screws on the right side, through the
pre-drilled holes on the front panel
Fig. 26
VESA 75
Fixing Screw
Holes
Fixing Screw
Holes
Fixing Screw
Holes
Fixing Screw
Holes

Page 25
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.11 Mounting the K16 Preview Aux Panel

There are two ways to mount the K16 Preview Aux Panel as described below:
VESA Stand
The VESA template below outlines the correct type of VESA stand (VESA 75) required to
mount the K16 Preview Aux Panel. The VESA mounting holes are located on the rear of
the panel as shown in the diagram below.
Note: Screws no longer that 5MM (0.19 in) penetration into the tray of the Panel.
19 Rack Mount
The K16 Preview Aux Panel can also be mounted in a 19 rack system using a rack mount
kit 2 x M6 screws (available from rack suppliers), on the left side and 2 x M6 (1/4 inch)
screws on the right side, through the pre-drilled holes in the brackets, as shown in the
bottom diagram.
Fig. 27
19 Rack Mount Brackets

Page 26
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.12 Mounting the K24, K32 and K40 Preview Aux Panels
The K24, K32 and K40 can be mounted onto a VESA stand using either the VESA 100 or
VESA 75 holes as shown in the diagram below (showing the K40 Preview Aux Panel
only).
The VESA template below outlines the correct type of VESA stand (VESA 100 and 75)
required to mount the Preview Aux Panels. The VESA mounting holes are located on the
rear of each panel, for demonstration purposes, only the K40 Preview Aux Panel is shown
in the diagram below.
Note: Screws no longer that 5MM (0.19 in) penetration into the tray of the Panel.
Fig. 28
VESA 100 and 75 Mount Holes
Note:
The K40 has 3 sets of VESA Mount
Holes, the K24 and K32 only have 1
set.

Page 27
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
6.13 Mounting the GUI Processor and GUI Extension

There are two ways to mount the GUI Extension and GUI Processor:
Desk Mount
Half 19 Rack Mount
Desk Mount
The mounting brackets can be set to two different positions, horizontal with the mounting
holes facing upwards, and vertically (for Rack Mount as described in the 19Rack Mount
description), this will allow the unit to be secured to the underside of a desk (shown in Fig.
29)
19 Rack Mount
The mounting brackets may also be set to a vertical position to fit the unit into a 19 rack,
the unit is 1RU high and only half 19 wide, so will need to have support from below, as
only one side of the unit can be secured to the rack sides (shown in Fig. 30).
Note: the GUI Processor must have ventilation to allow cooling, and must not be installed
into an enclosed space.
Fig. 29
Mounting the unit to the
under side of a desk
Fig. 30
Mounting the unit to a 19 rack.
With the brackets in a

horizontal position, the
unit can be secured to the
desk using screws
The unit is secured on one

side only, and must have
support from below

Page 28
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
System Interconnection
Fig. 31
6RU Mainframe
GUI
Mains Input to
Mainframe
RJ45 to
Mainframe
25 Way D-Type to
Control Surface (comms and power)
15 Way D-Type to
Ancillary Panels
100~240V 60/50Hz 10A MAX 100~240V 60/50Hz 10A MAX
15 Way D-Type to
Ancillary Panels
RJ45 to 1RU Aux Panel
(Note: only 1 ancillary

panel can be
connected)
1RU Remote Aux Panel
Mains Input to
Control Surface
Master Aux Panel

RJ45 to GUI
Preview Aux Panel
External DC
PSU
15 Way D-Type to GUI

or Control Surface
External DC
PSU
Micropanel
or Control Surface
ShotBox
External DC
PSU

or Control Surface
Note: Rear connectors for the Micropanel

and ShotBox are virtually the same
Page 29
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
7.1
GUI Processor Connectivity
Fig. 32
RJ45 Connection from Mainframe
RJ45 Connection
To Remote Aux
Computer Type
Monitor (optional)
VGA D Sub
GUI Processor
RJ45
Connection from
Mainframe
2 x 15 Way
D type
25 Way
D type
7.2
USB Mouse and

Keyboard (Optional)
25 Way D type
Used to connect a
Control Panel or an
External PSU
GUI Extension Connectivity
Fig. 33
RJ45 Connection from Mainframe
RJ45 from Mainframe

25 Way
D type
GUI
Extension
25 Way D type
Greater than 3M
2x External
Power Supplies
25 way D type

Page 30
15 Way D type
Remote Setup
Control
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
Ancillary Panel Connectors

8.1
GUI Connections
The rear of the GUI Display panel has the following connectors:
Fig. 34
Table 1
No
Connector Name
Connector Type
Connector Function
Remote Aux Comms
RJ45
Remote Aux Panel(s)
Mainframe 100Base T
RJ45
Mainframe
USB x 3 (2 Rear 1 Front)
USB
Various Devices
Local Control
15 way D type (female)
ShotBox, Micropanel,
Preview Aux
Local Aux
Master Aux Panel
Panel
25 way D type (male)
Control Surface, DC 12V

PSU
RS232
Diagnostics
SVGA MON
15 way high density D type

(female)
External Display
Power should not be taken from the LOCAL CTRL port on the GUI. Any panel connected
to this port should have it's own power supplies.
Important:

Page 31
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
8.2
GUI Connections Continued (25 Way D-Type male connector)

Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Fig. 35
Pin 1
Pin 13
Pin 14
Pin 25
8.3
Table 2
Function
Clock 1 A
+12V (IN)
Clock 2 A
+12V (IN)
Clock 3 A
+12V (IN)
Tx DATA 1 A
Tx DATA 2 A
Tx DATA 3 A
Rx DATA 1 A
Rx DATA 2 A
Rx DATA 3 A
0V
Clock 1 B
0V
Clock 2 B
0V
Clock 3 B
0V
Tx DATA 1 B
Tx DATA 2 B
Tx DATA 3 B
Rx DATA 1 B
Rx DATA 2 B
Rx DATA 3 B
GUI Connections Continued (15 Way D-Type connector)
Fig. 36
Pin
Pin 8
Pin 1
Pin 15
Pin 9

Page 32
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
2009 Snell Limited
Table 3
Function
+12V (OUT)
Tx DATA A
+12V (OUT)
Rx DATA A
+12V (OUT)
0V
CLOCK A
0V
0V
Tx DATA B
0V
Rx DATA B
0V
0V
CLOCK B
snellgroup.com
8.4
GUI Processor Connections
Fig. 37
Table 4
No
1
Connector Name
Local Control
Connector Type
Connector Function
Preview Aux
Local Aux
Preview Aux
Remote Aux Comms
RJ45
Remote Aux Panel(s)
RS232
Diagnostics
Panel (Power)
Control Surface, DC 12V

PSU
SVGA MON

(female)
External Display
Mainframe 100Base T
RJ45
Mainframe
USB x 4
USB
Various Devices

Page 33
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
8.5
GUI Extension Connections
Fig. 38
1
Table 5
No
Connector Name
Connector Type
Connector Function
GUI 1
Out to GUI Panel 1
GUI 2
Out to GUI Panel 2
Remote Setup
Switch Input - to switch

between GUI Panels
PSU 1
12V DC PSU Input
PSU 2
12V DC PSU Input
Panel
25 way D type
From Control Panel
Select Setup
Switch
Function Selector Switch
8.6
Controlling the GUI Extension Box

The GUI Extension is controlled by a combination of the Select Setup rotary switch and
the 15 way Remote Setup connector on the rear of the unit. The GUI Extension has three
main functions:
1. Allows two GUI (or GUI Processor) units to be connected to one control surface, and
switch between them.
Set the Select Setup switch to the factory setting of 'C', and connect a latching (ie not
momentary) switch between pins 1 and 9 of the Remote Setup connector. Open the
switch to select GUI 1 and close it to select GUI 2. There will be a few seconds delay in
powering the second GUI after switching over. The LEDs at the front of the GUI Extension
indicate which GUI is powered.
Note: the switch must be an isolated contact closure - see below. The GUI will not work if
the control surface is not connected and powered.
2. Allows a GUI or GUI Processor to be sited away from the control surface. The voltage
drop in the cable between the control surface and GUI normally limits the distance. Set the
Select Setup switch to the factory setting of 'C' and connect the GUI (or GUI Processor) to
GUI 1.
3. Allows a GUI or GUI Processor to have dual redundant power supplies in a 'stand
alone' installation ie without a control surface. Set the Select Setup switch to '1' and
connect the GUI (or GUI Processor) to GUI 1 connector.

Page 34
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
The GUI extension has three control inputs: GUI_SW selects between GUI 1 and GUI 2
(when appropriate) and is only available at the Remote Setup connector. PWR_SEQ and
PWR_SW are mode controls, which can be remote controlled if required.
Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Connection
GUI_SW_A
Remote PWR_SEQ_A
Remote PWR_SW_A
Not connected
Not connected
Not connected
Not connected
Not connected
Pin
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Table 6
15 Way Remote Setup
Connection
Function
GUI_SW_B
GUI_SW
Remote PWR_SEQ_B PWR_SEQ
Remote PWR_SW_B
PWR_SW
Not connected
Not connected
Not connected
Not connected
Open
GUI 1
Enable
Enable
Closed
GUI 2
Disabled
Disabled
Note: that isolated contact closures must be used. logic levels or switched grounds are
not suitable.

Page 35
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
The Select Setup rotary switch sets the mode of the unit by individually forcing the states
of PWR_SEQ and PWR_SW, or allowing them to be remote controlled.
HEX
SWITCH
VALUE
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
PWR_SEQ
Enabled
Disabled
Enabled
Disabled
Remote
Disabled
Remote
Disabled
Table 7
Select Setup Switch
HEX
PWR_SW
SWITCH
VALUE
Enabled
8
Enabled
9
Disabled
A
Disabled
B
Enabled
C
Enabled
D
Disabled
E
Disabled
F
PWR_SEQ
Enabled
Disabled
Enabled
Disabled
Remote
Disabled
Remote
Disabled
PWR_SW
Remote
Remote
Disabled
Disabled
Remote
Remote
Disabled
Disabled
The factory setting is C which remotes both controls. If the mode control pins are left
unconnected PWR_SEQ and PWR_SW both default to enabled.
The mode controls act as follows:
1. PWR_SEQ (power sequence)

For a Control Surface to connect correctly to a GUI it must have power applied first. When
enabled, this mode powers the GUI(s) only when power from the Control Surface is
detected. If PWR_SEQ is disabled the GUI(s) will power up regardless of whether a
Control Surface is present or powered. This allows the GUI Extension to provide dual
redundant power supplies to a stand-alone GUI.
2. PWR_SW (power switch)

When enabled, this mode switches power only to the GUI selected by GUI_SW. On
switching GUIs there is a short delay before the second GUI powers up to ensure the
Control Surface establishes communications correctly with the new GUI. If PWR_SW is
disabled, power is applied to both GUIs, irrespective of GUI_SW.
Note: this mode can only be disabled if the GUI Extension has two power supplies. If only
one is present, only the GUI selected by GUI_SW will be powered, regardless of the state
of PWR_SW.

Page 36
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
8.7
Master Aux and Remote Aux Connections and Address Setup

The rear of the Master Aux Panel and Remote Aux Panel has the following connectors:
Fig. 39
1
Table 8
No
Connector Name
Connector Type
Connector Function
Aux Loop Comms
RJ45 (see Note 1 below)
GUI Panel
Local Aux
GUI Panel or Control Surface
External DC Power Supply IN
Binder 711 series (3 pin)
12V supply
Note 1:
For Remote Aux maximum cable lengths, see page 14, item 2.3.8 Remote Aux Cable
Lengths.
Address Setup
For Master Aux Panels:
MSB 0
LSB=0 Invalid (reserved)
LSB=1 Aux 1 to16 Select, Stores 1...16 available as direct sources. Default S&W
Shipment
LSB=2 Aux 1 to 24 Select, Stores 1....16 available through Shift (stores 1..8 + shift for
stores 9..16.)
LSB=3 Aux 25 to Aux 40 Select, Stores 1....16 available through Shift (stores 1..8 + shift
for stores 9..16.)
LSB=4 Aux 41 to Aux 56 Select, Stores 1....16 available through Shift (stores 1..8 + shift
for stores 9..16.)
LSB 5...F Invalid (reserved)
Note once you have changed from the Default (LSB=1) it is recommended you re-cap
accordingly
For Remote Aux Panels:
MSB F
LSB Aux panel address 0-F according to the position in the chain. Panels closest to the
GUI should be set to 0
Note2:
MSB setting 0-7 : Control from Master Aux Comms (15 way D-type)
MSB setting 8-F : Control from Remote Aux Loop In (RJ45)
Note 3:
The Master Aux Panel and Remote Aux Panel are each able to take two external power
supplies (see the Power Supply section of this manual pages 47)
A switch at the rear of Master Aux Panel and Remote Aux Panel enables switching
between the external power supplies and power via the 15 pin D-type to the LOCAL AUX
COMMS socket.
Note 4:
Remote Aux panels can be daisy-chained (up to 16) via the RJ45 connectors. The
requirements are that the hex switches must be set appropriately and the panels
connected in a chain:
Remote-Aux-Comms on the GUI to Aux-Loop-In (first panel), Aux-Loop-Out (first panel) to
Aux-Loop-In of second Aux panel etc etc. The cable should be standard STP patch cable
(not cross-over) with all four pairs connected. The Remote Aux panels will be powered
from external power supply(s) please see Power Supplies page 47.
Page 37
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
8.8
Preview Aux Panels K16, K24, K32 and K40 Connections

The connectors for the external power supplies and the 15 Way D-type Local Comms are
located at the rear of the tray for each of the 4 panels.
Configuration is shown below.
Fig. 40
1
2
Table 9
For Preview Aux Panels K16, K24, K32 and K40
No
1
Connector Name
Local Panel Comms
Connector Type
Connector Function
Connect to the GUI Panel

Therefore a maximum of two
panels can be connected.
Binder 680 series 8 pin DIN
12V supply
Note 1:
The panels can only be connected to the GUI panel, therefore only a maximum of 2
panels can be connected .
Note 2:
Units connected to the GUI 15 way connectors can be powered up and down at anytime
and communications will be established immediately without a re-boot.

Page 38
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
8.9
ShotBox Rear Panel Connections

located in the recess at the rear area of the tray, the 15 Way D-type Local Comms
situated at an angle.
Fig. 41
8.10
Micropanel Rear Panel Connections

located in the recess at the rear area of the tray, the power supply and 15 Way D-type
Local Comms connectors situated at an angle opposite each other.
Fig. 42
Table 10
For The Micropanel and ShotBox
No
Connector Name
Connector Type
Connector Function
Local Panel Comms
GUI Panel or Control Panel
Binder 711 series (3 pin)
12V supply
Important ! Connecting the Micropanel, ShotBox and Master Aux
Note 1:
Note 2:
These can be connected to any of the available 15 Way connectors (2 on the GUI, 1 on
the Control Surface) in any combination, E.g. 2 Shot Boxes, 1 Aux Panel, or 3
Micropanels or 1 of each etc.
When connected to the Control Surface 15 Way connector, the unit MUST be powered up
within 10 seconds of the Control Surface being powered (Master Aux takes power from
the surface). In the event that power is lost to the either the Micropanel or ShotBox,
communications will not be established with the either unit, until the GUI is re-booted.
Units connected to the GUI 15 way connectors can be powered up and down at anytime
and communications will be established immediately without a re-boot.
Page 39
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
Control Surface Connectors

The rear of the Control Surface has the following connectors
Fig. 43
3ME Compact, Control Surface configurations

100~240V 60/50Hz 10A MAX 100~240V 60/50Hz 10A MAX
Note:
The 25-way GUI connector is a female type and the 15-way Aux Panel connector is a
female type.
Pin out configuration information is the same as in the tables on the previous page.

Page 40
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
10
Mainframe Rear Panel and Connections
Fig. 44
A
B
D
E
F
G
24 x
4x
4x
1x
4x
2x
40 x
8x
3x
2x
1x
Table 11
Rear Panel and Connections
ME and DVE Sync Outputs (MEs Fitted will determine activity)
Dual SDI Video Outputs, ME, Aux and DVE
(MEs Fitted will determine activity)
RS422 Control Ports (MEs Fitted will determine activity) on
Serial Diagnostics Ports (MEs Fitted will determine activity),
GPI Connector, providing 24 GPI Triggers
GPO Connectors, providing 48 Tally/GPOs
Analogue Ref Loop Inputs
SDI video inputs
Source Aux SDI Outputs
10/100 Ethernet Ports
16 A IEC power inlets and trip switches for the 750 watt 12 volt power supply units (PSUs
each have there own fans and vent out from the side of the mainframe)
Fans for Electronics cooling

Page 41
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
10.1
Kahuna Mainframe Connections

The Kahuna Mainframe has Ethernet, Serial and Tally & GPI I/O ports.
The Ethernet ports are used for connection between the mainframe and the GUI, to
connect to an alternate mainframe and for FTP connection to provide the transfer of
images.
Serial Ports are RS422 ports and can be assigned a communications protocol in order to
communicate with number of external devices. For most applications a standard 9-way
pin-to-pin cable will be sufficient to connect to an editor, VTR or other device.
The (RS232) Serial Ports are for diagnostic purposes only.
10.2
Control Signals via RS422 Port

There are 4 RS422 9-way D-type connectors that provide RS422 control (please read the
Kahuna User Manual for more information).
Below is shown the industry standard wiring for a controlled device, which is the
configuration used for all the editor interfaces currently supported. The ports
automatically switch between controlling and controlled device according to the
protocol in use. A pin to pin cable is normally required. The diagram shows the
industry-standard pin out for a controlling device. Refer to the User Guide.
If the port should ever be configured as a controlling device, simply exchange the words
Transmit and Receive to arrive at the correct wiring.
Fig. 45
Pin 1
Pin 5
10.3
Pin 6
Pin 9
Table 12
9-way female D-type
FUNCTION
1
Frame Ground
2
RxA
3
TxB
4
GND
5
[No connection]
6
GND
7
RxB
8
TxA
9
Frame Ground
Diagnostics via RS232 Port

There is a 9 way D-type connector diagnostic port for each ME and each DVE.
As can be seen below, the Kahuna Mainframe is configured as a DCE (not DTE) RS-232
device, therefore only a pin-to-pin cable is required to connect this port to a PC. This
configuration is permanently fixed.
Fig. 46
Pin 1
Pin 5
Pin 6
Pin 9
Table 13
9-way female D-type
FUNCTION
1
N/C
2
ME or DVE TX
3
ME or DVE RX
4
N/C
5
GND
6
N/C
7
N/C
8
N/C
9
N/C

Page 42
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
10.4
GPO/TALLY via 25 way D-Type

The mainframe has 48 GPO/Tally spread over four 25 way D-type connectors.
Fig. 47
Pin 13
Pin 25
Each pair of GPO pins (for example Tally 1 & Tally 14) are connected to contacts of a
solid-state relay rated at 60V DC or AC Peak, current rating 0.8A continuous DC or AC.
There is no particular polarity requirement.
Please refer to the User Guide for setup procedures.
Table 14
Tally 1-12
Pin
Signal
1
A01
Pin 1
2
A02
3
A03
4
A04
Pin 14
5
A05
6
A06
7
A07
8
A08
9
A09
10
A10
11
A11
12
A12
13
TEST only
14
B01
15
B02
16
B03
17
B04
18
B05
19
B06
20
B07
21
B08
22
B09
23
B10
24
B11
25
B12
Each of the seven GPO/Tally 25 way D-type connectors are configured in the same way:
Tally 13 24
(pin1 A13 pin 12 A24)

(pin14 B13 pin 25 B24)

Page 43
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
10.5
General Purpose Inputs (GPI) via 25 way D-Type

The mainframe has 24 (GPI 1 24) general-purpose inputs. The action of each of these
inputs may be allocated by the user from a range of functions. The allocation is performed
in the GPI menus. GPIs are TTL compatible, GPIs can be activated by contact closure to
GND. Any externally applied voltage must not exceed 20V.
Fig. 48
Pin 13
Pin 1
Pin 25
Pin 14

Page 44
Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
2009 Snell Limited
Table 15
GPI 1 24
Signal
GPI01
GPI03
GPI05
GPI07
GPI09
GPI11
GPI13
GPI15
GPI17
GPI19
GPI21
GPI23
GND
GPI02
GPI04
GPI06
GPI08
GPI10
GPI12
GPI14
GPI16
GPI18
GPI20
GPI22
GPI24
snellgroup.com
10.6
RJ45 Network connections

RJ45 network connectors for use with 100/10Mbit Ethernet.
Fig. 49
FTP - Connecting to a PC
A computer may be connected to the switcher mainframe, either directly or via a network
hub. All ports are Auto MDX/MDXI, crossover cables are not needed.
10.7
Sync Inputs
There are two analogue ref (loop) inputs. These can be defined as SD or HD (B&B =
Black or TriLevel)
Fig. 50
6RU CF Mainframe
Fig. 51
J49
10.8
Sync Outputs
ME2
The Sync Outputs are arranged vertically top to bottom J49, J50 (ME2), J51, J52
(ME1), J53 (OPT) J54 (DVE)
J50
J51
ME1
J52
OPT
J53
J54
DVE1

Page 45
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
11
Mainframe Front (showing card locations)
Fig. 52
Table 16
Mainframe Card Locations
A
B
C
D
DVE1
ME3 Master providing ME functionality
ME1 Slave (top card), Master (bottom card)
ME2 Slave (top card), Master (bottom card)

Page 46
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
12
Power Supplies
Caution
To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug each power supply cord into separate branch
circuits employing separate service grounds.
System Components Using Internal Power Supplies

Mainframe
The Mainframe has 1 PSU supplied and one other can be fitted for redundancy.
Control Surface
The control surface will run off a single mains power supply, a second power supply may
be fitted to provide redundancy if required.
System Components Using External Power Supplies

GUI Panel
There is an optional external power supply for the GUI if required.
(part No 9648703)
Note: If a GUI Extension is used without a Control Surface, only PSU1 LED will light on
the GUI Panel. If a GUI Extension is used with a Control Surface, the PSU1 and PSU2
LEDs on the GUI Panel refer to the power supplies in the Control Surface. In both cases
the PSU1 and PSU2 LEDs on the GUI Extension will show which of its power supplies are
present.
Power should not be taken from the LOCAL CTRL port on the GUI. Any panel connected
to this port should have its own power supplies.
Master Aux Panel and Remote Aux Panel
Important:
There is an optional external power supply for the Master Aux Panel and Remote Aux
Panel if required (part No 9648701A).
Note:
The Master Aux Panel and Remote Aux Panel can be fitted with two external power
supplies as well as a +12V supply from either the GUI or the Control Surface (via the 15
pin D-type to the LOCAL AUX COMMS socket).
A switch at the rear of Master Aux Panel and Remote Aux Panel enables switching
between external power supplies and power from the GUI or Control Surface.
ShotBox and Micropanel

The ShotBox and Micropanel use an external power supply only (they cannot be
powered via the 15 Way D-Type connector), the part number for the power supply is
9648701A. A second power supply may be connected to provide redundancy.
Important:
Connecting the Micropanel, ShotBox and Master Aux
Note 1:
Note 2:
These can be connected to any of the available 15 Way connectors (2 on the GUI, 1 on
the Control Surface) in any combination, E.g. 2 Shot Boxes, 1 Aux Panel, or 3
Micropanels or 1 of each etc.
Note 1: When connected to the Control Surface 15 Way connector, the unit MUST be
powered up within 10 seconds of the Control Surface being powered (Master Aux takes
power from the surface). In the event that power is lost to the either the Micropanel or
ShotBox, communications will not be established with the either unit, until the GUI is rebooted.
Note 2: Units connected to the GUI 15 way connectors can be powered up and down at
anytime and communications will be established immediately without a re-boot.

Page 47
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
Preview Aux Panels K16, K24, K32 and K40

The Preview Aux Panels must use the supplied external DC power supplies only (they
cannot be powered via the LOCAL CTRL or LOCAL AUX 15 Way D-Type connectors
on the GUI), the part number for the external power supply is 9658010A. A second power
supply may be connected to provide redundancy.
Note 3: Units connected to the GUI 15 way connectors can be powered up and down at
anytime and communications will be established immediately without a re-boot.
GUI Processor
GUI Processor
Powered from a Control Surface, or the supplied external power supply (part No 9648703)
if required.
Note: if a GUI Extension is used without a Control Surface, only PSU1 LED will light on
the GUI Processor. If a GUI Extension is used with a Control Surface, the PSU1 and
PSU2 LEDs on the GUI Processor refer to the power supplies in the Control Surface. In
both cases the PSU1 and PSU2 LEDs on the GUI Extension show which of its power
supplies are present.
GUI Processor Standby
The GUI processor starts up when power is applied from a control surface or external
power supply (optionally via a GUI Extension). It can be put into a low power standby state
(Red LED lit) by pressing the recessed Standby push button on the front. Press the
pushbutton again to bring it out of standby. Going into and out of standby provides a
convenient way of resetting the GUI Processor.
GUI Extension
GUI Extension
Powered from two supplied external power supplies (part No 9648703).

Page 48
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
13
Switching the Mainframe ON

parts inside the power supplies. This unit should only be serviced by trained personnel.
Make sure the mains IEC leads are plugged into the mains sockets at the rear of the
mainframe.
Take a firm hold of the handles on the front panel (1) and carefully pull away from the
mainframe, keeping hold of the panel. The panel will unclip and tilt forward on an open
hinge at its base (2). Lift the panel upwards and away from the mainframe.
This will expose the PSUs on the left of the chassis.
Switch on each individual power supply. A single LED will indicate: RED OFF, GREEN
ON.
Fig. 53
(2)
(1)
Open Hinge
Note: How to remove a power supply from the mainframe:

1. Make sure the power supply is turned off.
2. Turn screw (A) shown below, counter clockwise until it stops turning..
3. Take hold of the handle (B) and withdraw from the mainframe slowly.
LED
(B)
(A)
Power supply with switch

Page 49
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
13.2
Switching the Control Surface ON

parts inside the power supplies. This unit should only be serviced by trained personnel.
Make sure the mains IEC leads are plugged into the mains sockets at the rear of the
control surface.
Two locking screws are located at either end of the control surface.
Carefully turn the two locking screws counter clockwise, (it may be necessary to fully
unscrew the locking screws until they stop turning, to ensure that they engage when the
surface lid is lowered into position). Placing a hand under either end of the front of the
surface, lift the surface in an upwards direction. CAUTION! Two gas struts will assist in
raising the lid of the surface, DO NOT raise the surface too fast.
Switch the power supply or supplies on.
Carefully lower the control surface surface, ensuring that once closed the locking screws
are turned back into the locked position.
Fig. 54
Locking screw
Raise the lid in an upward

direction
Locking screw
Power supplies

Page 50
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
14
Specifications
TELEVISION STANDARDS
Kahuna Inputs and Outputs are Multi Standard, including but not
necessarily limited to, the following:
Television
Standards
1080i
1080i
1080i
60Hz
59.94Hz
50Hz
(ANSI/SMPTE-274M(4)
(ANSI/SMPTE-274M(5),
-292M(D))
-292M(E))
-292M(F))
1035i
1035i
60Hz
59.94Hz
(ANSI/SMPTE-260M,
(ANSI/SMPTE-260M,
-292M(A))
-292M(B))
1080p
1080p
1080p
1080p
1080p
30Hz sF
29.97Hz sF
25Hz sF
24Hz sF
23.976Hz sF
(ANSI/SMPTE-274M(12) as per RP211)

1080p
1080p
1080p
1080p
1080p
30Hz
29.97Hz
25Hz
24Hz
23.976Hz
(ANSI/SMPTE-274M(7)
(ANSI/SMPTE-274M(8)
(ANSI/SMPTE-274M(9)
(ANSI/SMPTE-274M(10)
(ANSI/SMPTE-274M(11)
-292M(G))
-292M(H))
-292M(I))
-292M(J))
-292M(K))
720p
720p
720p
525
60Hz
59.94Hz
50Hz
60Hz/59.94Hz
-292M(L))
-292M(M))
-292M(M))
625
50Hz
4:3/16:9 (ITU-R BT.601-5
ANSI/SMPTE
4:3/16:9 (ITU-R BT.601-5
ANSI/SMPTE
-259M(2)
-259M(2)
INTERNAL PROCESSING
Luma & Key

Input/Output Rates
HD 74.25 MHz or (74.25/1.001)MHz

SD 13.5MHz
Pb & Pr Input/Output Rates
HD 37.125 MHz or (37.125/1.001)MHz (4:2:2)

SD 6.75MHz
10 bits minimum, with Dynamic Rounding where
appropriate.
(Dynamic Rounding is licensed from Quantel Ltd.)
Resolution
Synchronisation
Input synchronisers on all paths. Full frame synchronisation

of inputs. Asynchronous sources must be transitioned on
and off (see User Manual)

Page 51
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
INPUTS
Number of Video Inputs

Mainframe
Reference Inputs
Mainframe
40 x
Dual standard, SD-SDI/HD-SDI (depending on

options) each on 1 x BNC
x2
On-line Switchable between analogue HD Tri-level Sync
and analogue SD sync 2 x BNC loop-through.
INPUT FORMATS & LEVELS
SDI Input Format
Dual Standard HD 1.485 Gbits/second and SD

270Mbits/second serial digital interface as per
ANSI/SMPTE-259/292M
Analogue HD Reference
300mV tri-level sync.
Analogue SD Reference
300mV sync with optional 300mV pk-pk burst 6dB
Impedance:
75 ohms (except reference input).

Page 52
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
OUTPUTS
ME Outputs
4 Off per ME, programmable HD or SD SDI each on 2 x

BNC
Aux Outputs
4 Off per ME, HD or SD SDI each on 2 x BNC
SDI Source Aux Outputs
8 Off HD or SD SDI
DVE Outputs
4, HD or SD SDI each on 2 x BNC
Sync Output
Tri-Level or SD depending on output standard
OUTPUT FORMATS & LEVELS
SDI Output Format
Analogue Sync
Output Impedance:
Dual Standard HD 1.485 Gbits/second and SD

270Mbits/second serial digital interface as per
ANSI/SMPTE-259/292M
300mV tri-level HD sync or 300mV SD sync according to

system standard
75 ohms

Page 53
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
CONTROL INTERFACES - Mainframe
Control Surface/Network
Mainframe
3 ports 10/100 base T, Auto MDX/MDXI on RJ45

connector.
Serial Control
4 x RS-422 on 9-way D-type.
GPI inputs
Mainframe
24 TTL-level/contact-closure inputs on 1 x 25-way D-types
GPO (Tally) outputs

Mainframe
Diagnostics = 1 per
ME/DVE
Mainframe
48 isolated contact closures on 4 x 25-way female D-types.
RS-232 (DCE) on 4 x 9-way female D-type.
CONTROL INTERFACES - Control Surface
GUI Display
1 x 25-way D-type.
Master Aux Panel
1 x 15-way D-type.

Page 54
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
CONTROL INTERFACES GUI Panel
Mainframe
100 base T on 1 x RJ45 connector.
Control Surface
1 x 25-way D-type.
Master Aux Panel
1 x 15-way D-type.
Remote Aux
1 x RJ45 connector
Diagnostics
RS-232 on 1 x 9-way D-type.
External Display
SVGA-compatible on 1 x 15-way Hi Density D-type.

Signal freq: 38kHz Horizontal, 60Hz Vertical.
Local Control
1 x 15-way D-type for future development
Various USB devices
3 x USB connectors

Page 55
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
CONTROL INTERFACES GUI Processor
Mainframe
100 base T on 1 x RJ45 connector.
Control Surface
1 x 25-way D-type.
Local Control
1 x 15-way D-type for ShotBox, Micropanel, Preview Aux
Remote Aux
1 x RJ45 connector
Diagnostics
RS-232 on 1 x 9-way D-type.
External Display
SVGA-compatible on 1 x 15-way Hi Density D-type.

Signal freq: 38kHz Horizontal, 60Hz Vertical.
Local Control
1 x 15-way D-type for ShotBox, Micropanel, Preview Aux
Various USB devices
4 x USB connectors
CONTROL INTERFACES GUI Extension
To GUI 1
1 x 25-way D-type.
To GUI 2
1 x 25-way D-type.
External 12V DC PSU 1
1 x 25-way D-type.
External 12V DC PSU 2
1 x 25-way D-type.
Remote Setup
1 x 15-way D-type. For switching between GUI 1/2
Control Surface Input
1 x 25-way D-type.

Page 56
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
CONTROL INTERFACES Master Aux Panel
Loop IN
1 x RJ45 connector.
Loop OUT
1 x RJ45 connector.
Local Aux Comms
1 x 15-way D-type.
PSU
2 x BINDER 711 series
CONTROL INTERFACES Remote Aux Panel
Loop IN
1 x RJ45 connector.
Loop OUT
1 x RJ45 connector.
Local Aux Comms
1 x 15-way D-type.
PSU
2 x BINDER 711 series
CONTROL INTERFACES Preview Aux Panel K16, K24, K32 and K40
Local Aux Comms
1 x 15-way D-type.
PSU
2 x BINDER 680 series 8 Pin

Page 57
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
PHYSICAL Kahuna System Mainframe
Size
Height
Width
Depth
Mainframe
10.47 inches
18.98 inches nominal
22.19 inches nominal
~ 266 mm.
~ 482 mm including brackets.
~ 563.7 mm including connectors
Weight
76.7lbs
~ 34.8kg
Environmental
41 to 95F
~ 5 to 35 C non-condensing.
PHYSICAL GUI
Size
Height
Width
Depth
12.3 inches
16.9 inches
3.2 inches
~ 313.5 mm (including stand)

~ 430 mm
~ 81.7 mm
Weight
13.8lbs
~ 6.3kg
Environmental
41 to 95F
~ 5 to 35 C non-condensing

Page 58
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
PHYSICAL 3ME Compact Control Surface
Size
Height
Width
Depth
Suggested Cut-out
Depth Clearance
23.5 inches
~ 598 mm
45.2 inches
~ 1148 mm
4.9 inches
~ 125 mm
See 3ME Compact cut-out template on page 104
Over 5.11 inches ~ 130 mm
Weight
75.8lbs
~ 33.5kg
Environmental
41 to 95F
~ 5 to 35C non-condensing
PHYSICAL Master Aux Panel (without stand)
Size
4RU
8.11 inches
19.8 inches
2.74 inches
~ 206 mm (including stand)

~ 504 mm
~ 69.7 mm
Weight
8.1lbs
~ 3.7kg
Environmental
41 to 95F
Height
Width
Depth
PHYSICAL Remote Aux Panel
Size
1RU
1.7 inches
18.9 inches
5.8 inches
~ 44 mm
~ 482 mm
~ 148.8 mm
Weight
5.7lbs
~ 2.6kg
Environmental
41 to 95F
Height
Width
Depth

Page 59
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
PHYSICAL Preview Aux Panels K16, K24, K32 and K40
Size
K16
Height
Width
Depth
K24
Height
Width
Depth
K32
Height
Width
Depth
K40
Height
Width
Depth
7
inches
13.7 inches
2.89 inches
~ 177 mm
~ 348 mm
~ 73.4 mm
7
inches
19.7 inches
2.89 inches
~ 177 mm
~ 501.2 mm
~ 73.4 mm
7
inches
25.7 inches
2.89 inches
~ 177 mm
~ 654.6 mm
~ 73.4 mm
7
inches
31.8 inches
2.89 inches
~ 177 mm
~ 808.0 mm
~ 73.4 mm
5.9lbs
7.5lbs
9.7lbs
12lbs
~ 2.4kg
~ 3.4kg
~ 4.4kg
~ 5.4kg
41 to 95F
Weight
K16
K24
K32
K40
Environmental

Page 60
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
PHYSICAL Micropanel
Size
Height
Width
Depth
Suggested Cut-out
4RU
6.9 inches
~ 177 mm
18.9 inches
~ 482 mm
3.55 inches
~ 90.4 mm (not including T bar)
See cut-out template on page 108
Weight
7.5lbs
~ 3.4kg
Environmental
41 to 95F
PHYSICAL ShotBox Panel
Size
Height
Width
Depth
Suggested Cut-out
5.98 inches
~ 152 mm
10.2 inches
~ 272 mm
2.53 inches
~ 64.5 mm
See cut-out template on page 109
Weight
3.3lbs
~ 1.5kg
Environmental
41 to 95F
PHYSICAL GUI Processor & GUI Extension
Size
Height
Width
(Width)
Depth
1.74 inches
8.46 inches
10.3 inches
8.2 inches
~ 44.2 mm
~ 215 mm (without Rack Ears)
~ 263.6 mm (with Rack Ears)
~ 208.4 mm
Weight
3.52lbs
~ 1.6kg
Environmental
41 to 95F

Page 61
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
POWER SUPPLY
One fully independent hot-swappable PSU module, with a

single mains power feed via 1 x 16A IEC-C20 socket.
Dual Redundancy requires one more fully independent PSU
module; with separate mains power feed via 1 x 16A IECC20 socket.
Mainframe
Note: To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug each power

supply cord into separate branch circuits employing
separate service grounds.
Control Surface
Two fully independent PSU modules, with separate mains

power feeds via 2 x 10A IEC-C14 sockets.
Note: To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug each power
supply cord into separate branch circuits employing
separate service grounds.
Master Aux Panel
Remote Aux Panel
Preview Aux Panels

K16, K24, K32 and K40
ShotBox
+12V, 1.25A supplied by one or two external PSU modules

(part No. 9648701A) and 12V, 0.4A supplied by 15 way Dtype from Control Surface or GUI. Switchable between the
two sources
12V, 1.25A supplied by one or two external PSU modules
(part No. 9648701A) and 12V, 0.4A supplied by 15 way Dtype from Control Surface or GUI. Switchable between the
two sources
(part No. 9658010A)
(9648701A)
Micropanel

Page 62
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
POWER SUPPLY - continued
+12V, 3.5A supplied by a 25 way D-type from the Control

Surface
GUI
or
12V, 3.5A supplied by a 25 way D-type from an external
PSU (9648703)
+12V, 3.5A supplied by a 25 way D-type from the Control
Surface
GUI Processor
or
12V, 3.5A supplied by a 25 way D-type from an external
PSU (9648703)
GUI Extension
2 x 12V, 3.5A supplied by a 25 way D-type from an external

PSU (9648703)
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Voltage
110V-240V 50/60Hz
Rack Units Power
Less than 1000 Watts with all options fitted
Control Surface Power
Less than 100 Watts.

Page 63
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
15
System Dimensions
All dimensions in brackets are in inches.
Note
15.1
Mainframe Dimensions
Fig. 55
5.0 [0.20 in]

92.4 [3.64 in] 81.2 [3.20 in]
73.0 [2.87 in]
20.0 [0.79 in]
442.0 [17.40 in]
120.0 [4.72
59.2 [2.33 in]
40.2 [1.58 in]
33.7 [1.33 in]
504.5 [19.86 in]
471.8 [18.58 in]

129.5 [5.10 in]
444.5 [17.50 in]
6.8 [0.27 in]
482.0 [18.98 in]
461.0 [18.15 in] MINIMUM FIXING
469.0 [18.46 in] MAXIMUM FIXING
37.7 [1.48 in]
190.5 [7.50 in]

266.0 [10.47 in]

Page 64
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
15.2
GUI Dimensions
Fig. 56

Page 65
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
15.3
3ME Compact Surface Dimensions
Fig. 57
71 [2.78 in]
117.5 [4.62 in]
598 [23.56 in]
271 [10.66 in]
182 [7.16 in]

135 [5.33 in]
110 [4.34 in]
5.7 [0.22 in]

50 [1.98 in]
519 [20.44 in]

Page 66
29 [1.14 in]
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
15.4
Master Aux Panel Dimensions
15.5
Remote Aux Dimensions
Fig. 58
Fig. 59

Page 67
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
15.6
Micropanel Dimensions
177.0 [6.97 in]
Fig. 60
101.6 [4 in]
47.3 [1.86 in]
37.7 [1.48 in]

37.1 [1.46 in]
94.7 [3.73 in]
9.3 [0.36 in]
158.5 [6.24 in]
9.3 [0.36 in]
Note: If mounting in a 19 (inch) rack system the Micropanel uses 4U rack space
Page 68
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
15.7
ShotBox Dimensions
152.0 [5.98 in]
Fig. 61
22.0 [0.87 in]

36.5 [1.44 in]
99.0 [3.9 in]
7.7 [0.3 in]
138.4 [5.45 in]
6.0 [0.23 in]

Page 69
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
15.8
Preview Aux Panel K16 Dimensions
Fig. 62
26.9 [1.06 in]
347.8 [13.69 in]

294.0 [11.57 in]
25.4 [1.00 in]
297.0 [11.69 in]
12.1 [0.47 in]
238.5 [9.39 in]

263.7 [10.38 in]
126.4
323.7
75.0

Page 70
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
15.9
Fig. 63
138.9 [5.47 in]

100.0 [3.94 in]
75.0 [2.95 in]
19.5 [0.77 in]

32.0 [1.26 in]
61.6 [2.43 in]

47.8 [1.88 in] 11.8 [0.46 in]
6.0 [0.24 in]
177.0 [6.97 in]

79.2 [3.12 in]
59.6 [2.35 in]
52.8 [2.08 in]
60.7 [2.39 in]

93.1 [3.67 in]
138.9 [5.47 in]

Page 71
2009 Snell Limited
17.1 [0.67 in
snellgroup.com
15.10
Fig. 64
138.9 [5.47 in]
100.0
75.0 [2.95 in]
19.5 [0.77 in]

32.0 [1.26 in]
11.8 [0.46 in]

47.8 [1.88 in] 6.0 [0.24 in]
177.0 [6.97 in]

79.2 [3.12 in]
59.6 [2.35 in]
52.8 [2.08 in]

61.6 [2.43 in]
43.4 [1.71 in]

75.8 [2.98 in]
138.9 [5.47 in]
156.1 [6.14 in]

Page 72
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
15.11
Fig. 65
138.9 [5.47 in]
75.0 [2.95 in]
100.0 [3.94 in]
32.0 [1.26 in]

19.5 [0.77 in]
61.6 [2.43 in]

52.8 [2.08 in]
47.8 [1.88 in] 11.8 [0.46 in]
6.0 [0.24 in]
177.0 [6.97 in]

79.2 [3.12 in] 59.6 [2.35 in]
60.7 [2.39 in]

93.1 [3.67 in]
138.9 [5.47 in]

Page 73
2009 Snell Limited
17.1 [0.68 in
snellgroup.com
15.12
GUI Processor and GUI Extension Dimensions
Fig. 66
208.4 (8.2)
205.2 (8.1)
203.4 (8.0)
34.5 (1.35)
44.2 (1.74)
41.6 (1.63)
1.3 (0.05)
10.2 (0.4)
24.3 (0.95)
2.0 (0.07)
8.0 (0.31)

Page 74
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
Cutout Templates
16.1
16
68.5 [2.7 in] CRS
215 [8.46 in]

4x30.0 [1.18 in]
205 [8.07 in]
1122 [44.17 in]

215 [8.46 in]
25 [0.98 in]
2009 Snell Limited

Page 75
244 [9.59 in]
R4 MAX IF
REQUIRED
15 [0.59 in] MIN CLEARANCE

AT SIDES OF DECK
18 [0.71 in]
25 [0.98 in]
EDGE OF TABLE OR DESK
10x103(4.06 in)=1030 [40.55 in]

1131 [44.53 in] CRS
525 [20.67 in]
56 [2.2 in] MIN
4 [0.16 in]
(5.5 [0.22 in]) 63 [2.48 in] 100 [3.94 in] CRS 100 [3.94 in] CRS
4.5 [0.18 in]
103 [4.06 in] CRS
525 [20.67 in]

FIXING HOLE POSITIONS, SIZE AS
ERQUIRED
51 [1.99 in]
2x15 [0.59 in]
Fig. 67
snellgroup.com
16.2
Fig. 68
Micropanel
31.5 [1.24 in]
101.6 [4 in]
FIXING HOLE POSITIONS.

SIZE AS REQUIRED
(DIA 6 MAX)
445.5 [17.54 in]
EDGE OF TABLE OR DESK
465.6 [18.33 in]
21.3 [0.84 in] MIN CLEARANCE
MAX
R4 TYP
10.0 [0.39 in]

164.5 [6.48 in]
9.5 [0.37 in] MIN CLEARANCE
9.5 [0.37 in] MIN

Page 76
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
16.3
Fig. 69
ShotBox
93.5 [3.68 in]
5.0 [0.20 in]

MIN CLEARANCE
6.5 [0.26 in]
MIN
142.5 [5.61 in]

Page 77
2009 Snell Limited
snellgroup.com
17
Contact Information
Kahuna Care
2009
Snell
Southleigh Park House,
Eastleigh Road,
Havant,
Hampshire.
PO9 2PE
England
Tel:
001 866 5KAHUNA

(001 866 - 5524862)
Fax:
+44 (0) 2392 489057
Ftp:
ftp://ftp.snellwilcox.com/support
Join today
http://www.snellgroup.com/community/kahuna-club
18
Copyright and Disclaimer
Copyright protection claimed includes all forms and matters of copyrightable material and
information now allowed by statutory or judicial law or hereinafter granted, including without
limitation, material generated from the software programs which are displayed on the screen such
as icons, screen display looks etc.
Information in this manual and software are subject to change without notice and does not
represent a commitment on the part of Snell Limited. The software described in this manual is
furnished under a license agreement and may not be reproduced or copied in any manner without
prior agreement with Snell Limited. or their authorized agents.
Reproduction or disassembly of embedded computer programs or algorithms prohibited.
No part of this publication may be transmitted or reproduced in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical, including photocopy, recording or any information storage and retrieval
system, without permission being granted, in writing, by the publishers or their authorized agents.
Snell operates a policy of continuous improvement and development. Snell reserves the right to make changes and
improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice.

Page 78
2009 Snell Limited

2.5ME Kahuna CF Install Manual Issue 4.3 Rev 3

Uploaded by

Document Information

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

2.5ME Kahuna CF Install Manual Issue 4.3 Rev 3

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Innovation from

Pro-Bel and Snell & Wilcox

2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+

SD/HD Production Switcher

Part Number: RMY3 KAHUNA2_5INST

Circuit Breakers ............................................................................................................................... 5

Maintenance & Repair ................................................................................................................. 9

Safety Standards ......................................................................................................................... 10

Location and Environment ......................................................................................................... 16

Mounting the Mainframe into a 19 Rack ................................................................................ 23

Remote AUX Panel ................................................................................................................. 24

2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+ Installation Manual Issue 4.3, Rev 3

2009 Snell Limited

Mounting the ShotBox and Micropanel................................................................................ 25

Desk Mount .................................................................................................................................................... 25

6.11 Mounting the K16 Preview Aux Panel....................................................................................... 26

Ancillary Panel Connectors........................................................................................................ 31

Sync Inputs .......................................................................................................................... 45

Mainframe Front (showing card locations)............................................................................ 46

2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+ Installation Manual Issue 4.3, Rev 3

2009 Snell Limited

2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+ Installation Manual Issue 4.3, Rev 3

2009 Snell Limited

About this Manual

Warnings and Precautions

Explanation of Safety Symbols

! This equipment must be supplied from a power system providing a PROTECTIVE

2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+ Installation Manual Issue 4.3, Rev 3

2009 Snell Limited

Mains Supply Voltage

Mains sockets on the Control Panel

Mains sockets on Kahuna Mainframe

Circuit breaker on PSU

MADE IN SAFFRON WALDEN, UK

2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+ Installation Manual Issue 4.3, Rev 3

2009 Snell Limited

110-240V at 50 and 60Hz.

To Control Surface PSU (9648401A)

100-240V at 50 and 60Hz

100-240V at 50 and 60Hz

To an external DC PSU for the ShotBox and Micropanel:

2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+ Installation Manual Issue 4.3, Rev 3

2009 Snell Limited

Power cable supplied for the USA

GREEN lead connected to E

(Protective Earth Conductor)

GREEN lead connected to E

(Protective Earth Conductor)

2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+ Installation Manual Issue 4.3, Rev 3

2009 Snell Limited

Power cable supplied for countries other than the USA

GREEN/YELLOW lead connected to E

(Protective Earth Conductor)

GREEN/YELLOW lead connected to E

(Protective Earth Conductor)

2.5 M/E Kahuna CF+ Installation Manual Issue 4.3, Rev 3

2009 Snell Limited

Maintenance & Repair

Mainframe Filter Maintenance and Replacement

Opening the Front Door

Hold Handles and pull forward

Cooling Fan Failure

2009 Snell Limited

UL1419 (2nd Edition)