® ® NETWORK SERVICES ACU5501A-R4 ACU5501A-R3 ACU5501A-R2 ACU5502A-R3 ACU5502A-R2 ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX™ Extend one or two* quality DVI video links plus four USB devices up to nearly 200 feet (60m) from your computer. Uses one or two* lengths of Category 5e, 6 or 7 twisted-pair cable. * Dual-variant models Customer Support Information Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S.
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and ServSwitch is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc. Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Linux is registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. NetWare is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc. Sun is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Unix is a registered trademark of UNIX System Laboratories, Inc.
FCC and IC RFI Statements Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference Statements This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX Instrucciones de Seguridad (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement) 1. T odas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5.
Table of Contents Contents 1. Specifications............................................................................................................................................................................... 6 1.1 Compatibility...................................................................................................................................................................... 6 2. Overview............................................................................................
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 1. Specifications Approvals: CE, FCC Hardware Compatibility: All computers with DVI digital video and USB interfaces Software Compatibility: Operates with all known software and operating systems including Windows®, Linux®, Unix®, BSD, all Sun® OS, all Mac® OS, NetWare®, etc. Connectors: Single-variant (local transmitter) Video: DVI-D female USB: USB Type B female Audio: 1 x 3.
Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview Thank you for choosing the ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX extenders. These compact modules present the quickest way to extend high quality DVI digital video plus USB keyboard and mouse (plus on dual variants, a second digital video channel and two stereo audio channels) with an additional 2 USB peripherals up to 196 feet (60 meters) away from your computer.
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3. Installation 3.1 Mounting the modules – desk or rack The ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX modules can be situated on a desk or alternatively, for larger installations, mounted within an optional rack mount chassis. 3.1.1 Desk mount Apply the supplied self-adhesive rubber feet to the underside of the module as shown in Figure 3-1: Figure 3-1. Applying the supplied self-adhesive rubber feet to the underside of the module Page 8 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.1.2 Rack mount Note: The module switches are not accessible once it is inserted into the rack, therefore, check all settings before insertion. 1 Place the rack securing plate (available as a separate kit) onto the front of the module and secure it with the two countersunk screws. 2 Orient the ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX module on its side so that its labeled face is the correct way up. 3 Slide the module into the required rack position.
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2 Connections Installation of the ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX modules is straightforward and requires minimal configuration in most cases. • Connections at the local module • Connections at the remote module Note: After all connections are made, power up the monitor connected to the remote module, then power up the remote module and finally switch on the computer connected to the local module. 3.2.1 Connections at the local module iz ar 3.2.1.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.1.2 USB connections 1 Use the supplied USB cable to link the USB socket of the local module to a vacant USB socket on the computer as shown in L CA Figure 3-5: LO W PO ER Se rv Sw B Figure 3-5. Attaching the USB link cable [Dual-variant only] Optionally attach a second USB connection from the computer system using the supplied USB cable.
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX za r dK 3.2.1.3 Link connections V 1 Connect the link cable (see Overview page for cable advice) to the local module socket labeled TO REMOTE as shown in Figure 3-7: VI DM E / UX T S BE N S RD E X R TO K LIN TE MO ON RE Figure 3-7. Attaching the CATx link cable h™ t cC K WB O iz X ar [Dual-variant only] Attach a second category 5e, 6 or 7a link cable (up to 60 metres in length) to the upper socket on the dual-variant local module.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.1.4 Audio connections (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) Optionally link a audio input to the local module using a 3.5mm audio cable. L CA LO T OU W PO ER r Se w vSB Figure 3-9. Attaching an audio link to the local module (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) 3.2.1.5 Audio connections (dual-variants only) Optionally link one or two stereo audio inputs to the local module using 3.5mm audio cable(s). One 3.5mm audio cable is supplied with dual-variant packages.
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2.1.6 Power connections (optional) The local module is designed to derive its power from the host computer via the USB connection (two connections for the dual variant). If this is not possible, then you will need to use one or two optional Black Box power adapters.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.2 Connections at the remote module iz ar 3.2.2.1 Video connections K d V 1 Connect the DVI/D lead from the video monitor to the DVI output socket of the remote module as shown in Figure 3-13: VI DM E / UX T S BE N S RD E X R TO K LIN L CA LO ON Figure 3-13. Attaching the DVI/D video monitor cable h™ t cC K WB O iz X ar K V d DV M I /E [Dual-variant only] Optionally attach a second DVI video monitor.
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2.2.2 USB connections 1 Connect the leads from the keyboard and mouse to two of the USB sockets on the remoteTmodule as shown in Figure 3-15: E MO RE Note: It is not important which of the four sockets are used. W PO ER Se rv Sw B Figure 3-15. Attaching the keyboard and mouse USB cables IMPORTANT: The total current that may be drawn from the USB ports is 1.
Chapter 3: Installation iz ar 3.2.2.3 Link connections K V d VI DM 1 Connect the link cable (see Overview page for cable advice) to the remote module socket labeled TO LOCAL as shown in Figure 3-17: E / UX T S BE N S RD E X R TO K LIN L CA LO ON Figure 3-17. Attaching the CATx link cable tc [Dual-variant only] Attach a second category 5e, 6 or 7a link cable (up to 60 metres in length) to the upper socket on the dual-variant remote module.
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2.2.4 Speaker connections (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) TE Optionally link stereo speakers to the remote module using 3.5mm audio cable.REMO T OU W PO r Se ER w vSB Figure 3-19. Attaching speakers to the remote module (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) 3.2.2.5 Speaker connections (dual variants only) Optionally link one or two stereo speakers to the remote module using 3.5mm audio cable(s). L CA LO IN W PO ER Se r To secondary speakers To primary speakers Figure 3-20.
Chapter 4: Operation 3.2.2.6 Power connections TE O 1 Connect the output lead of the supplied power adapter to the socket labeledREM‘POWER ‘ on the remote module as shown in Figures 3-21 and 3-22: W PO ER r Se w vSB Figure 3-21. Attaching the power adapter connection TE MO RE T OU W PO ER Se rv Figure 3-22. Attaching the power adapter connection on the dual-variant remote module 2 Insert the IEC connector of the separate power cord into the corresponding socket of the power adapter.
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 4. Operation 4.1 General use In use, the ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX modules should be transparent - the system and its peripherals should operate exactly as normal, the only difference being that they are now up to 196 feet (60 meters) apart. 4.
Chapter 4: Operation 4.4 Power and activity indicators Each module provides two indicators to confirm power status and also feedback about the various input signals: U Local module Green: SB N S RD E X R TO • On when power is present. K LIN TE MO ON RE Yellow: • On when a valid DVI video input signal is being received from the computer. • Off when the CATx link cable is disconnected. Remote module U Green: • On when power is present.
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX Appendix A. Troubleshooting A.1 No video image is displayed on the remote monitor • Check the yellow indicators on the local and remote modules while no keys are pressed on the keyboard and no mouse movements are being made - both indicators should be continually on when a valid video signal is present. LOCAL: If the yellow indicator is giving a regular flash (twice per second), then the video feed to the local module is not valid.
Appendices Appendix B. Safety Information • For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only. • Do not use to link between buildings. • Ensure that the twisted pair interconnect cable is installed in compliance with all applicable wiring regulations. • Do not connect the CATx link interface (RJ45 style connector) to any other equipment, particularly network or telecommunications equipment. • Warning – the power adapter contains live parts.
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