Extron electronic AVTrac 42-122-xx - Manual (Page 6)

Before Getting Started
AVTrac • Before Getting Started 4
AVTrac can be installed before new carpeting is fitted or retrofitted under pre-existing carpet. It can also be installed in
new construction before the wall and carpeting is in place. Retrofitting the track in a space with existing carpeting and
furniture requires some extra preparation to remove the carpet and prepare the floor for laying the track.
Before installing the AVTrac, determine whether the installation will be in new construction, under pre-existing carpet
tiles or under pre-existing carpet rolls, and follow the appropriate installation instructions (see page 7). Read and
follow all instructions carefully.
In-Wall Cable Routing Considerations
Locate a convenient electrical junction box in the wall or ceiling for power. The AC power module is rated at 10 A, •
maximum, and no fuse is used on the box. Extron recommends that the AC conduit is connected to a junction box that is
wired directly to a 10 A main circuit.
If cables are run in walls, the walls should be run in drywall cavities. The wall should be free of windows, studs,
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pipes, or other obstructions that could hinder cables runs (see the figure below).
Extron AVTrac™
Floor Mount Raceway System
Speakers
AC Junction Box
Projector
Studs
Window
LAN
Planning
Floor Considerations
AVTrac is designed to be installed only underneath commercial grade carpeting 1/4" to 5/16" (0.6 to 0.8 cm) in
thickness. It can be installed under new or pre-existing carpet tile or carpet roll.
AVTrac is not designed to be installed under vinyl composite tile (VCT).
N All structural steps and electrical installation should be performed by qualified personnel in accordance with
local and national building codes and/or local and national electrical codes.