Most Kaleidescape components can be mounted vertically. However certain restrictions apply.
When a Kaleidescape component is mounted vertically, the intake air temperature must be maintained at a distance of 1 in. (2.5 cm) across the entire front of the component.
Table 1 lists Kaleidescape components that can be mounted vertically and maximum intake air temperature depending on orientation.
Table 1 Intake Air Temperature Upper Limits
| Component | Temperature with POWER Button to the Top | Temperature with POWER Button to the Bottom |
| Strato Components | ||
| Terra Movie Server (K0108) | 95°F (35°C) | 95°F (35°C) |
| Terra (Compact) Movie Server (K0110) | 95°F (35°C) In any orientation | |
| Strato C Movie Player (K0217) | 95°F (35°C) | 95°F (35°C) |
| Strato S Movie Player (K0509-1XXX) | 95°F (35°C) | 95°F (35°C) |
| Disc Server (KVAULT-DV700) | Cannot be mounted vertically | |
| Premiere Components | ||
| 1U+ Server (KSERVER-1550) | Cannot be mounted vertically | |
| M500 Player (KPLAYER-M500) | 95°F (35°C) | 95°F (35°C) |
| M300 Player (KPLAYER-M300) | 95°F (35°C) In any orientation | |
| Disc Vault (KVAULT-DV700,M700) | Cannot be mounted vertically | |
| Legacy Components | ||
| Strato Movie Player (K0509-0XXX, K0510) | 95°F (35°C) | 95°F (35°C) |
| Alto Movie Player (K0507, K0508) | 95°F (35°C) | 95°F (35°C) |
| Cinema One 2nd Generation (K0503) | 95°F (35°C) | 95°F (35°C) |
| 1U Server (KSERVER-1500) | Cannot be mounted vertically | |
| 3U Server (KSERVER-5000) | 86°F (30°C) | Not recommended |
| 5U Server (KSERVER-2500) | 86°F (30°C) | Not recommended |
| Cinema One (KCINEMA-1, KSYSTEM-120) | 95°F (35°C) | 95°F (35°C) |
| 1080p Player (KPLAYER-6000) | 81°F (27°C) | 68°F (20°C) |
| 1080p Mini Player (KPLAYER-300) | 86°F (30°C) in any direction | |
| Movie Player 2 (KPLAYER-5000) | 90°F (32°C) | 77°F (25°C) |
| Movie Player (KPLAYER-2000, KPLAYER-2500) | 86°F (30°C) | Not recommended |
| Music Player (KMUSIC-4000) | 95°F (35°C) | 86°F (30°C) |
| 1. Mini players can be mounted facing up, down, or to either side (front panel facing down provides best cooling). Do not mount upside down on a ceiling or overhang. | ||
The following clearance requirements must be maintained for proper airflow and temperature control. See Engineering Bulletin, “Environmental Specifications for Kaleidescape Component”
Terra movie servers can be mounted vertically in either orientation (power button at top or bottom of front panel). When mounted in a rack, Terra servers should have the optional rack mount kit installed to allow them to be properly secured. Figure 1 shows how the Terra Servers are mounted vertically.
Terra (compact) movie servers can be mounted vertically in either orientation.
The Terra (compact) has two vertical mounting bracket options. They can be mounted in a vertical rack with the optional rack mount kit in either a single or double configuration per kit as shown in Figure 1.
They can also be wall mounted in any orientation with the optional wall mount kit. Rear vent pointing up is the best orientation for wall mounting. The server should not be mounted upside down on a ceiling or overhang.
Figure 1 shows the Strato S movie player mounted vertically. These units can be mounted in either orientation. When rack mounting, the optional rack mount kit should be installed to ensure they are properly secured.
Strato C movie players can be mounted vertically in either orientation.
The Strato C Players have two vertical mounting bracket options. They can be mounted in a vertical rack with the optional rack mount kit in either a single or double configuration per kit as shown in Figure 1.
They can also be wall mounted in any orientation with the optional wall mount kit. Rear vent pointing up is the best orientation for wall mounting. The player should not be mounted upside down on a ceiling or overhang.
Figure 1 Vertical Mounting of Terra, Terra (Compact), Strato C & Strato S
1U+ and 1U servers cannot be mounted vertically.
Figure 2 shows a legacy 3U Server mounted vertically with three Kaleidescape players (one M500 Player, one legacy 1080p Player, and one legacy Music Player). The M500 Player can be mounted in either orientation.
CAUTION: Discs can be imported or played from the tray when players are mounted vertically; however, discs can be easily damaged when inserted and removed. Handle with care.
Figure 2 Vertical Mounting of M500 Player, 1080p Player, and Music Player
Figure 3 Vertical Mounting of Mini Players and Cinema One 1st Generation
Mini players are first mounted on the Mini Player Rack-Mount Shelf, then attached to the rack rail. If only one mini player is mounted on the shelf, the mini player can be at the top or bottom of the shelf. When mounting only one player, the blanking plate must be installed on the Mini Player Rack-Mount Shelf in the empty slot.
Mini players can also be mounted vertically on the wall-mounting bracket supplied with the player.
Note: Mini players can be mounted in any direction. Mini players can be mounted with the front panel facing up or down, for example when mounting the player with the wall-mounting bracket.
Vaults cannot be vertically mounted.
Alto and Cinema One (2nd Generation) The 2nd Generation Cinema One can be operated with the POWER button up or down as shown in Figure 4.
The 1st Generation Cinema One is mounted with the POWER button up as shown in Figure 3.
3U and 5U Servers mounted vertically must be mounted with the POWER button up to allow the exhaust fans to provide proper ventilation. Figure 5 shows how 3U and 5U servers are mounted vertically.
3U Servers are shipped with disk cartridges installed. Carefully remove disk cartridges before mounting, then reinstall.
WARNING: Disk cartridges can be damaged by even a light bump. Extreme care must be taken at all times when handling the disk cartridges.
Note: The 1U and 1U+ Server cannot be mounted vertically.
WARNING: The hinges on the 3U Server front panel must be opened with equal pull on each side to avoid damage.
Legacy players can be vertically mounted as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 3 shows a 3U Server mounted vertically with three Kaleidescape players (one M500 Player, one 1080p Player, and one Music Player). The players can be mounted in either orientation.
CAUTION: Discs can be imported or played from the tray when players are mounted vertically; however, discs can be easily damaged when inserted and removed. Handle with care.
For additional information, contact Kaleidescape Support.
Be prepared to provide the serial number of the Kaleidescape server. Serial numbers are printed on labels located on the backs or bottoms of all components and inside the front panels of the Terra, 3U and 5U Servers.
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