AdderLink X50 USB N O A D D E R ® L O C A L T O R E M O T E L IN K O U T P O W E R User Guide
Connections..................................................................................5 Mounting......................................................................................5 Connections at the local module............................................6 Local module power...........................................................7 Connections at the remote module........................................8 Dual user configuration........................................................
Welcome The Adder X50 extenders have been designed to be quick to install and totally transparent in operation. All connectors are industry standard and the video sharpness adjustments are made using a simple rotary dial. Where dual screens are required, an MS2 variant provides double video channels in addition to full support for an RS232 serial device.
Supplied items USB (A to B type) lead A C Self adhesive feet Power adapter and country- specific power lead (for remote module) Audio lead (3.
Optional items Part number: PSU-IEC-5VDC-2.
Installation 1 2 34 contents welcome ON installation Important Do not attach a USB hub to the X50 remote, nor plug the X50 local module into another USB hub. To do so will reduce the maximum cable length over which the system will extend USB; also, some USB hubs may not provide enough power to operate the local unit.
L A C O L Connections at the local module A C O L A contents D D A D D 3 Optionally connect local speakers to the audio output connector on the local module. L T O E M O T E L IN K O U T P O W E To local monitor [MS2 variant only] Optionally attach a second video monitor to the upper video out socket on the MS2 local module.
T O R O E M N O T E L IN K O U T P O W 5 Attach the connector of the category 5, 5e or 6 link cable (up to 50 metres in length) to the ‘TO REMOTE’ socket on the local module (labelled ‘LINK 1’ on MS2 variants). 6 [MS2 variant only] Optionally attach a serial connection lead to the female connector on the MS2 local module and attach the other end to a vacant serial port on your computer.
[MS2 variant only] Optionally attach the lead from a second video monitor to the upper video out socket on the MS2 remote module. D D R E contents 4 [MS2 variant only] Optionally attach a serial device lead to the male serial connector on the remote module. To secondary video monitor To RS232 serial device welcome [MS2 variant only] Note: When connecting four USB devices to the unit, ensure that their total power requirements do not exceed 1700mA (1.7A).
L C A T O O N L C L K A IN O L N L O L IN K 7 attach the output connector of the power supply to the ‘POWER’ socket of the remote module. T O O 5 Optionally attach the lead from your stereo speakers to the audio output socket on the remote module.
Dual user configuration U O A L N O A D D contents T O R E M O T E L IN K L O C First local module T P O W E R You can combine two Adder X50 extender sets to create a dual user configuration. Such an installation would allow a single computer to be controlled from two different positions, with each position receiving the same audio visual output and having equal and concurrent control over the computer.
Video display (DDC) information O R E M N O T E When power is first applied to the local module (either from the computer’s USB port or an optional power adapter) it will search for valid DDC data on its video out connector. During this process, the yellow indicator (built into the link connector) will flash to indicate its progress: • If no valid DDC information is located, the yellow indicator will give one very short flash, representing an attempt to read data.
Video sharpness adjustment O C A L L IN K S H A R P N E S S P O W E R Black or bright white shadow on the right indicates the need for sharpness adjustment Sharpness control for the first (A) video channel operation High contrast black character on white background welcome L Sharpness control for the second (B) video channel To display a suitable high contrast image The best way to clearly view the effect of sharpness and brightness adjustments is to display a high contrast ima
Operation RS232 serial The MS2 variant modules provide additional support for an RS232 device. The 9 way male D-type socket on the remote module supports speeds up to 115,200 baud and all PC-AT flow control pins are supported. contents welcome When using two sets of X50 modules to allow two users to access a single computer, be aware that arbitration between the users is handled by the USB sub-system of the computer.
Further information 01954 780081 +1 888 275 1117 • Phone in the UK: in the US: 01954 780044 +1 888 932 3337 During operation (either module) • Continual yellow: Valid CATx link to other module sensed. • Continual green: Correct power input sensed. • Green flashes: Power input too low for normal operation. In the case of the local module, this may be because the USB connection is unable to provide sufficient power. In these cases, an external power supply should be used with the local module.
contents welcome installation • For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only. • Do not use to link between buildings. • Ensure that all twisted pair interconnect cables are installed in compliance with all applicable wiring regulations. • Do not connect CATx link interfaces (RJ45 style connectors) to any other equipment, particularly network or telecommunications equipment. • Warning – the power adapter contains live parts.
Canadian Department of Communications RFI statement This equipment does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectriques publié par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
contents Tel: +65 6288 5767 Fax: +65 6284 1150 installation Adder Asia Pacific 6 New Industrial Road, Hoe Huat Industrial Building #07-01, Singapore 536199 operation Adder Corporation, 29 Water Street, Newburyport, MA 01950, United States of America Tel: +1-888-932-3337 Fax: +1-888-275-1117 further information Adder Technology Limited, Technology House, Trafalgar Way, Bar Hill, Cambridge, CB3 8SQ, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1954 780044 Fax: +44 (0)1954 780081 welcome © 2008 Adder Technology Limited
