ACS110, ACS120 ACS112, ACS122 ACS201A, ACS202 ACS111, ACS211A DVI-D-CatX-KVM-Extender Single-Head and Dual-Head Singlelink and Duallink Manual http://www.blackbox.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER Welcome to the ACS110A-ACS211A (ACS1xxA)Extender Family! Thank you for purchasing a ACS1xxA KVM-Extender! We appreciate your business, and we think you’ll appreciate the many ways that our ACS1xxA KVM-Extender will save you money, time, and effort. That’s because our ACS1xxA KVM-Extender is all about breaking away from the traditional model of attaching a new display to DVI graphic source. Using the ACS1xxA KVMExtender, you can remotely locate monitor, keyboard and mouse up to 10.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER Copyrights and Trademarks ©2008. All rights reserved. This information may not be reproduced in any manner without the prior written consent of the manufacturer. All trademark and trade names mentioned in this document are acknowledged to be the property of their respective owners. Disclaimer While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
LASER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Eye Safety (Laser) with ACS1XXA – Products Related Norm: DIN EN 60825-2 ; 11/2007; Safety of optical fibre communication systems (OFCS) The optical transceivers inside the device have a typical output performance of approx. 5mW. As per EN 60825-2, this corresponds to Hazard Class 1M. Accordingly, this device can be operated at unrestricted locations and requires no laser warning labelling.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This is to certify that, when installed and used according to the instructions in this manual, together with the specified cables and the maximum cable length <3m, the Units: ACS110A, ACS120A, ACS112A, ACS122A ACS201A, ACS202A, ACS111A, ACS211A are shielded against the generation of radio interferences in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC as well as these standards: EN 55022: EN 55024: IEC 61000-4-2: IEC 61000
SAFETY-PRECAUTIONS AND INSTALLATION GUIDLINES Safety Precautions and Installation Guidelines To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation, please note the following installation guidelines: • Only use in dry, indoor environments. • The Remote unit, Local unit and any power supplies can get warm. Do not locate them in an enclosed space without any airflow. • Do not place power supplies directly on top of a unit. • Do not obstruct a unit’s ventilation existing holes.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER Contents 1. Quick Setup 7 2. Overview 8 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Introduction Glossary Example of a System Features Product Range Compatibility How to Use This Guide 3. Installation 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 Package Contents Interconnection Cable Requirements System Setup Device Views Diagnostic LEDs 4. Service Setup 4.1 DIP Switch 8 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 14 15 16 17 21 23 23 5.
QUICK SETUP 1. Quick Setup This section briefly describes how to install your KVM extender system. Unless you are an experienced user, we recommend that you follow the full procedures described in the rest of this manual. Install system 1. 2. 3. 4. Connect Local unit to CPU or switch. Connect Remote unit to KVM. Connect Local unit and Remote unit with Multimode fibre cables. Power up the system. NO Power LED illuminated? Check p.s.u.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction A fibre KVM Extender is mainly used to extend the maximum distance between a CPU and his Keyboard / Monitor / Mouse considerably. In addition, they are indispensable for installations in electromagnetic hazardous environments (EMI). Normal Keyboard-/ Monitor/ Mouse extender cables (and Extender using traditional cables) cannot go so far and EMI interferences may reduce the maximum distance and/or reliability.
OVERVIEW 2.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER 2.4 Features All members of the ACS1xxA KVM Extender Series offer the following features: • Support for DVI-D Singlelink Graphic cards and for USB-Keyboard/Mouse (all devices) Devices with USB-HID connectors support ONLY Keyboard and Mouse.
OVERVIEW 2.5 Product Range There are 8 products in the range and various upgrade kits: ACS1xxA – Extender (fibre) ACS110A ACS120A ACS112A ACS122A ACS201A ACS202A ACS111A ACS211A ACS1xxA KVM- Extender for 1x DVI Singlelink, USB HID (Keyboard/Mouse) ACS1xxA KVM- Extender for 2x DVI Singlelink, USB HID (Keyboard/Mouse) ACS1xxA KVM- Extender for 1x DVI Singlelink, USB 2.0 (transparent) ACS1xxA KVM- Extender for 2x DVI Singlelink, USB 2.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER 2.6 Compatibility Interface Compatibility • Digital Video (DVI-D) Singlelink: Digital Video standard, installed by Digital Display Working Group (www.ddwg.org) R, G, B, CLOCK in a data stream with up to 3x1,6 Gbit/sec. Signals are TMDS Level. Maximum Resolution is 1920x1200. • Digital Video (DVI-D) Duallink: Digital Video standard, installed by Digital Display Working Group (www.ddwg.org) RR, GG, BB, CLOCK in a data stream with up to 6x1,6 Gbit/sec. Signals are TMDS Level.
OVERVIEW 2.7 How to Use This Guide This guide describes the installation and configuration of the ACS1xxA – Extender. Although the connection and operation of the system is relatively straightforward, you should consider the following before getting started: Connection & Compatibility If you have purchased an Extender Kit, this will contain all the cables required to connect the Local unit of your ACS1xxA KVM- Extender to your PC or KVM switch.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER 3. Installation For first-time users, we recommend that you carry out a test placement, confined to a single room, before commencing full installation. This will allow you to identify and solve any cabling problems, and experiment with the KVM extender system more conveniently. 3.
INSTALLATION 3.2 Interconnection Cable Requirements To connect the Local and Remote units you will need: • DVI: Connect the supplied DVI cable(s) to your CPU(s) (KVM - Switch, etc.). Please ensure that the connection is tension-free! • USB-Keyboard, USB-Mouse, USB 2.0: Connect the supplied USB cable(s) to your CPU (USB-A to USB-B). Please ensure that the connection is tension-free! • Fibre Cables: • Multimode: Two fibres 50µm or 62.5µm. E.g.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER 3.3 System Setup To install your ACS1xxA – Extender system: 1. Switch off all devices. 2. Connect your keyboard, monitor(s) and mouse to the Remote unit (depending on device type). 3. Using the supplied CPU KVM cable(s), connect the local unit to your computer (or KVM switch). 4. Connect the interconnect cable (fibre cable) to the local and the remote unit.
INSTALLATION 3.4 Device Views Connect to CPU DVI Port Connect to CPU USB Port Connect to 5V Power Supply Local Unit – Type ACS110A, ACS112A, ACS201A and ACS202A Connect to Remote DVI Monitor Connect to Remote USB-Keyboard/ Mouse Connect to 5V Power Supply Remote Unit HID – Type ACS110A and ACS201A Connect to Remote DVI Monitor Connect to Remote USB 2.0 Devices Connect to 5V Power Supply Remote Unit USB 2.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER Connect to CPU DVI Port #1 Connect to CPU USB Port Connect to 5V Power Supply Connect to CPU DVI Port #2 Local Unit – Type ACS120A and ACS122A Connect to Remote DVI Monitor #1 Connect to Remote USB-Keyboard/ Mouse Connect to 5V Power Supply Connect to Remote DVI Monitor #2 Remote Unit HID – Type ACS120A Connect to Remote DVI Monitor #1 Connect to Remote USB 2.0 Devices Connect to 5V Power Supply Connect to Remote DVI Monitor #2 Remote Unit USB 2.
INSTALLATION Connect to CPU #1 DVI Port Connect to CPU #1 USB Port Connect to 5V Power Supply Connect to CPU #2 DVI Port Local Unit – Type ACS111A and ACS211A Connect to Remote DVI Monitor Connect to Remote USB-Keyboard/ Mouse Connect to CPU #1 DVI Port Connect to 5V Power Supply Remote Unit HID – Type ACS111A and ACS211A 19
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER Multimode Fibre Connectors – Type ACS110A and ACS111A Multimode Fibre Connectors – Type ACS120A, ACS201A and ACS211A Multimode Fibre Connectors – Type ACS112A Multimode Fibre Connectors – Type ACS122A and ACS202A 20
INSTALLATION 3.5 Diagnostic LEDs Each ACS1xxA KVM-Extender is fitted with up to six indicator LEDs: Power, Video OK, and Link Status.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER Diagnostic LED USB Diagnostic LED Fibre DVI 1 Diagnostic LED Fibre DVI 2 Diagnostic LEDs at the ACS1xxA – Extender (Fibre Sockets) LED Appearance Diagnostics Fibre DVI 1 (Green LED) Off On Blinking No Connection to DVI 1 Port at Local/Remote Unit Connection to DVI 1 Port at Local/Remote Unit Ok Connection to DVI 1 Port at Local/Remote Unit disturbed Fibre DVI 2 (Green LED) Off On Blinking No Connection to DVI 2 Port at Local/Remote Unit Connection to DVI 2 Port at Loca
SERVICE SETUP 4. Service Setup There are no adjustments required to set up your ACS1xxA KVM -Extender. You might be requested by our service technicians to setup a special configuration. In this case you will receive detailed instructions. 4.1 DIP Switch Local Unit and Remote Unit contain a DIP Switch with 4 switch options. All 4 switches of the DIP Switch must be ‚OFF’ during operation.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER 5. Troubleshooting Monitor There is no picture. Check the power supply connection at the Local and Remote unit. Is the Power (Red LED) at the Local and Remote unit illuminated? If not, the internal powersupply may be damaged or there may be an internal error. Check that the Interconnection cable is connected at the Local Unit and the Remote Unit.
APPENDIX A: EXAMPLE APPLICATIONS Appendix A: Example Applications This section illustrates some specific applications using the ACS1xxA KVM- Extender: ACS1xxA KVM- (Singlelink-) Extender with optional, second screen.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER For highest resolution up to 2560x2048 – DVI- Duallink over 2 fibres ACS1xxA KVM- Duallink Extender – Highest Resolution up to 2560x2048 26
APPENDIX A: EXAMPLE APPLICATIONS Dual-Head Configuration with USB 2.0 transparent – DVI- Singlelink over 3 fibres ACS1xxA KVM- Extender – with USB 2.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER Application with KVM-Switch (Singlelink – shown here – or Duallink) in Local Unit ACS1xxA KVM- Extender – with KVM- Switch in Local Unit 28
APPENDIX B: RACK MOUNT OPTIONS Appendix B: Rack Mount Options ACS1XXA KVM-Extenders can be mounted into a 19“-Server Rack using the DDXIRackmount Kit. The DDXi Rackmount Kit consists of the following parts: Narrow strip Two small blanking plates Wide blanking plate Base plate M3x5 Screws (14) Mounting instruction: 1. Align the holes on the base plate with the vacant screw holes on the base of the device. 2.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER The 19“ DDXI- Rackmount kit allows you to mount various numbers of devices into one housing: 1. One unit (using two small plates) 3. Three units 30 2.
APPENDIX C: CALLING TECHNICAL SUPPORT Appendix C: Calling Technical Support If you determine that your DDXI - DVI KVM Extender is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or to repair it. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Please contact our Technical Support. Please make a record of the history of the problem upfront.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER Appendix D: List of supported USB devices (for USB HID versions only) Although the USB connection’s implementation allows all keyboards and Mice, we can not guarantee that all available keyboards/mice are running. The implementation is constructed for “HID” devices. HID is a device class enabling inputs in a PC. Among others, touch screen, graphic tablet, fingerprint sensors are HID devices. Some devices install additional devices, e.g. to set parameters.
APPENDIX E: SPECIFICATIONS Appendix E: Specifications Power Supply Voltage 90-240VAC-0.5A-47-63Hz/5VDC-2000 mA Power required Local Unit: max. 750mA Remote Unit: max. 750mA Interface (Depending on type of device) Video source/Monitor Singlelink devices Duallink devices DVI-D up to 1920x1200@60Hz DVI-D up to 2560x2048@60Hz Keyboard USB Mouse USB 2-/3-button and wheel mouse USB USB 2.0 (optional) Maximum Length of Interconnection Cable Multimode 50µm 400m (1.300ft) Multimode 62.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER Type of Interconnection Cable Multimode 50µm Two fibres 50µm, E.g. I-V(ZN)H 2G50 (In house patch cable) or I/AD(ZN)H 4G50 (in house OR outdoor Breakout cable, stress resistant) All notations acc. VDE specification. Multimode 62.5µm Two fibres 62.5µm. E.g. I-V(ZN)HH 2G62,5 (In house Breakout cable) or A/DQ(ZN)B2Y 4G62,5 (outdoor cable, stress resistant with protection against animal biting) All notations acc. VDE specification.
APPENDIX F: CONNECTORS Appendix F: Connectors ACS1xxA KVM-Extender Connector Pinouts DVI-I Socket (Singlelink) 1 8 C1 C2 C5 17 Pin Signal 24 Pin Signal C3 C4 Pin Signal 1 T.M.D.S data 2- 9 T.M.D.S data 1- 17 T.M.D.S data 0- 2 T.M.D.S data 2+ 10 T.M.D.S data 1+ 18 T.M.D.S data 0+ 3 T.M.D.S data 2 GND 11 T.M.D.S data 1 GND 19 T.M.D.S data 0 GND 4 n.c. 12 n.c. 20 n.c. 5 n.c. 13 n.c. 21 n.c. 6 DDC Input (SCL) 14 +5V high impedance 22 T.M.D.
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER DVI-I Socket (Duallink) 1 8 C1 C2 C5 17 Pin Signal 24 C3 C4 Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 T.M.D.S data 2- 9 T.M.D.S data 1- 17 T.M.D.S data 0- 2 T.M.D.S data 2+ 10 T.M.D.S data 1+ 18 T.M.D.S data 0+ 3 T.M.D.S data 2,4 GND 11 T.M.D.S data 1,3 GND 19 T.M.D.S data 0,5 GND 4 T.M.D.S data 4- 12 T.M.D.S data 3- 20 T.M.D.S data 5- 5 T.M.D.S data 4+ 13 T.M.D.S data 3+ 21 T.M.D.S data 5+ 6 DDC Input (SCL) 14 +5V high impedance 22 T.M.D.
APPENDIX F: CONNECTORS Keyboard/Mouse Socket, USB Type B (Socket at Local Unit) Pin Signal 1 VCC (+5V) Red 2 Data - White 3 Data + Green 4 GND Black Keyboard/Mouse Socket, USB Type A (Socket at Remote Unit) Pin Signal 1 VCC (+5V) Red 2 Data - White 3 Data + Green 4 GND Black 37
ACS110A-ACS211A -EXTENDER Power – 2.
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