EXT-2DVIKVM-ELR User Manual www.gefen.
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Sender Unit Layout 5 Sender Unit Descriptions 6 Receiver Unit Layout 7 Receiver Unit Descriptions 8 Connecting the 2x DVIKVM Extender 8 Wiring Diagram 9 DIP Switch Configuration 11 Network Cable Wiring Diagram 12 Rack Tray Installation 13 Troubleshooting 14 Specifications 15 Warranty
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Gefen 2x DVIKVM Extender. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. Gefen Gefen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies.
OPERATION NOTES PLEASE READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 2X DVIKVM EXTENDER • Cat-5 or Cat-6 cables should not exceed 330 feet (100 meters). • Shielded (STP) Cat-5 or Cat-6 is recommended. However, un-shielded (UTP) Cat-5 or Cat-6 is acceptable. NOTE: The shielded cable has an advantage by providing immunity to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), cell phones and A/C motors.
FEATURES Features • Extends two DVI sources and USB up to 330 feet (100 meters) • Supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) • Supports 100 Mbps using USB 2.0 • Backward-compatible with USB 1.
7 8 9 1 10 2 Back Front 11 12 3 13 4 5 14 6 SENDER UNIT LAYOUT 4
SENDER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS 1 Link 2 This LED glows bright blue when the Sender Unit and Receiver Unit are connected using Cat-5 / Cat-6 cable. 2 DVI 2 This LED flashes on (bright blue) and off when a DVI video source is connected to the Sender Unit. The Sender Unit and Receiver Unit must also be connected using a Cat-5 / Cat-6 cable. 3 Power Indicator This LED will turn bright blue once the included 5V DC locking power supply has been connected and plugged into an available electrical outlet.
7 8 9 1 10 2 Back Front 11 12 13 3 4 14 5 6 RECEIVER UNIT LAYOUT 6
RECEIVER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS 1 Link 2 This LED glows bright blue when the Sender Unit and Receiver Unit are connected using Cat-5 / Cat-6 cable. 2 DVI 2 This LED flashes on (bright blue) and off when a DVI video source is connected to the Sender Unit. The Sender Unit and Receiver Unit must also be connected using a Cat-5 / Cat-6 cable. 3 Power This LED will turn bright blue once the included 5V DC locking power supply has been connected and plugged into an available electrical outlet.
CONNECTING THE 2X DVIKVM EXTENDER How to Connect the 2x DVIKVM Extender 1. Connect the included dual-link DVI cables between the DVI outputs on the computer and the DVI input connectors on the 2x DVIKVM Extenderr Sender unit. 2. Connect the included USB cable from the computer to the 2x DVIKVM Extenderr Sender unit. 3. Connect up to three USB devices to the 2x DVIKVM Extenderr Receiver unit. 4. Connect two CAT-5 cables between the 2x DVIKVM Extenderr Sender and Receiver units.
DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION Receiver Unit The Gefen 2x DVIKVM Extenderr contains two banks of two DIP switches on the bottom of the Receiver Unit (the Sender Unit does not contain any DIP switches). Each DIP switch performs a different function. Each DIP switch bank controls the settings for each DVI input. Two DIP switches located on the bottom of the Receiver Unit.
DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION DIP Switch 2* - DVI Support • OFF If an HDMI source is connected, set DIP switch 2 to the OFF position. • ON (default) For DVI connections, set DIP switch 2 to the ON position. DVI is supported by disabling HDCP pass-through. *DIP switch is only functional when DIP switch 1 is set to the OFF position. NOTE: Once DIP switch changes have been made, the unit must be power-cycled for the changes to take effect.
NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM Gefen recommends the TIA/EIA-568-B wiring option. Please adhere to the table below when field terminating cable for use with Gefen products. Pin Color 1 Orange / White 2 Orange 3 Green / White 4 Blue 5 Blue / White 6 Green 7 Brown / White 8 Brown 12345678 Cat-5, Cat-5e, and Cat-6 cabling comes in stranded and solid core types. Gefen recommends using solid core cabling. It is recommended to use one continuous run from one end to the other.
RACK TRAY INSTALLATION Rack mount ears are provided for installation of this unit into a 1U rack mount space. 1. 2. 3. 4. Locate the side screws on the unit. Remove the front 2 screws that are located closest to the front of the unit. Using the removed screws, screw the rack mounting bracket into the unit. Repeat the procedure p on the opposite pp side of the unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING Cable recommendations Solid core Cat-5e cable rated at 350 MHz and terminated in 568a or 568b is the minimum requirement. For resolutions greater than 1280x1024 or 1080i, Gefen recommends solid shielded Cat-6 cables. No video Make sure that the source is not a dual-link source (resolutions greater than 1920 x 1200). If using a DVI, the source signal must not be HDCP-encrypted. Make sure that DIP switch 2 on the Receiver Unit is set to the ON position.
SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Pixel Clock............................................................................... 165 MHz Video Input Connectors (Sender).................. (2) DVI-I 29-pin, female (digital only) Video Output Connectors (Receiver)............ (2) DVI-I 29-pin, female (digital only) USB Host Connector (Sender).......................................... (1) USB Type B, female USB Device Connectors (Receiver)..................................
WARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified within two (2) years from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications.
Rev A1 Pb This product uses UL or CE listed power supplies.
