User Manual
DDX 102 Tx/Rx • Setup Guide (Continued)
DDX 102 Tx/Rx • Setup Guide
This guide provides basic instructions for an experienced installer to set up and operate the 
DDX 102 Tx/Rx.
NOTE:  Refer to www.extron.com for the product specifications.
ATTENTION:  •  The DDX 102 extenders are not compatible with any Extron fiber 
optic products.
• The DDX 102 extenders do not support transmission of video 
signals with HDCP content.
Description
The Extron DDX 102 Tx/Rx are fiber optic transmitter/receiver units that can extend 
Dual Link DVI signals using two multimode fiber cables.
The DDX 102 Tx/Rx units can extend Dual Link DVI video signals (2560 x 1600 at 60Hz) up to 
1,640 ft. (500 m) using two mutimode fiber optic cables. 
The units can also extend Single 
Link DVI signals (1920 x 1200 at 60Hz) up to the same maximum distances as Dual Link 
DVI.
The transmitter plugs directly into the source device and the receiver plugs directly into the 
display device.
Front Panel and Side Panel Features:
a
  Power LED — The blue LED on the top 
indicates the unit is receiving power. This is 
found on both the transmitter and receiver.
b
  Status LED —The blue LED on the bottom 
provides the status of EDID learning on the 
transmitter. The Status LED indicates power 
on the unit simultaneously with the top 
Power LED. On the receiver, this is simply an 
additional power status LED.
c
  EDID Record button (transmitter only) — 
This recessed EDID Record button initiates 
the EDID recording process.
d
  Thumb screws — Two thumb screws, one on each side, fasten the device onto the DVI 
connector of a product.
Top Panel Features:
e
  DVI-D Dual Link connector — The transmitter and receiver both have 
a DVI-D Dual Link connector, populated with 24 pins and a flat blade.
Bottom Panel Features:
f
  Power Input — The transmitter and receiver both have a DC jack for 
power input located on the top left hand corner of the bottom panel.
g
  LC connectors — The transmitter and receiver both have two LC fiber 
optic connectors/receptacles as interconnects for fiber optic cables.
NOTE:  Only one fiber optic cable is needed for DVI Single Link video signals.
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Installation and Operation:
NOTE:  Perform EDID Learning operation first. After EDID is set up, follow the 
  instructions for Connection.
CAUTION:  May be harmful to the eyes. The extenders output continuous 
invisible light; use with caution. For additional safety, plug the 
attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber optic 
cable is unplugged.
EDID Learning
The transmitter features the ability of EDID emulation. It has the ability to record and store 
EDID from the display. To do so, follow these steps:
1.  Turn on the display device.
2.  Connect the 5V power supply to the transmitter. The Power LED turns on. 
ATTENTION: Always use a power supply 
supplied by or specified by Extron. Use of 
an unauthorized power supply voids all 
regulatory compliance certification and 
may cause damage to the supply and the 
end product.
ATTENTION:  • Unless otherwise stated, the AC/DC adapters are not suitable 
for use in air handling spaces or in wall cavities. The power 
supply is to be located within the same vicinity as the Extron 
AV processing equipment in an ordinary location, Pollution 
Degree 2, secured to the equipment rack within the dedicated 
closet, podium or desk.
• The installation must always be in accordance with the 
applicable provisions of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, 
article 75 and the Canadian Electrical Code part 1, section 16. 
The power supply shall not be permanently fixed to building 
structure or similar structure.
NOTE:  Apply power to both the display device and the transmitter every time EDID 
  is stored.
3.  With the transmitter disconnected from the display device, press and release the 
recessed EDID Record button on the left side of the transmitter with a paper clip or 
similar tool. The blue Status LED blinks twice and the LED stays on.
4.  Connect the transmitter to the display device. The blue Status LED blinks rapidly for 
about 8 seconds indicating that the EDID recording is in process. After EDID is recorded, 
the blue Status LED stops blinking and 
remains off.
NOTE:  The transmitter must remain 
  connected to the display device 
  and the power supply for the 
  entire time that the EDID capture 
  is taking place.
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