Audio DisplayPort KVM 3GSDI Embedder Extender over CAT-7 GTB-DPKVM-3CAT7 GTB-DPKVM-3CAT7-BLK User Manual Release A7
DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 Important Safety Instructions GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this product near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 Warranty Information 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.
DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 Contacting Gefen Technical Support Gefen, LLC c/o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St. Chatsworth, CA 91311 Telephone: (818) 772-9100 (800) 545-6900 Fax: (818) 772-9120 Email: support@gefentoolbox.com Visit us on the Web: www.gefentoolbox.com Technical Support Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacific Time DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 is a trademark of Gefen, LLC.
DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 Operating Notes • CAT-7 cables should not exceed 100 feet (30 meters). • Resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) or 1080p Full HD plus USB are supported when using two CAT-7 cables. Three CAT-7 cables must be used to support 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) plus USB. See Connecting the DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 for details. • The DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 only supports 8-bit color. • This product extends DisplayPort video only. It does not support audio.
DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 Features and Packing List Features • Extends DisplayPort and USB up to 100 feet (30 meters) • Supports resolutions up to 2560 x 1600 and USB over three CAT-7 cables, and up to 1920 x 1200 or 1080p Full HD at 120Hz and USB over two CAT-7 cables • HDCP compliant • Supports DisplayPort 1.1a • Supports USB 2.0 at 480 Mbps • Backward-compatible with USB 1.
DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 3GSDI Audio Embedder Table of Contents 01 Getting Started Panel Layout.......................................................................................................... 2 Sender Unit (Front)........................................................................................ 2 Sender Unit (Back)......................................................................................... 3 Receiver Unit (Front)......................................................
DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 01 Getting Started Panel Layout.......................................................................................................... 2 Sender Unit (Front)........................................................................................ 2 Sender Unit (Back)......................................................................................... 3 Receiver Unit (Front)......................................................................................
Getting Started Panel Layout Sender Unit (Front) 1 2 3 ID Name Description 1 USB Link Connect a CAT-7 cable between this jack and the USB Link jack on the Receiver unit. This RJ-45 jack must be used when extending USB. 2 Link 1 Connect a CAT-7 cable between this RJ-45 jack and the Link 1 jack on the Receiver unit. 3 Link 2 Connect a CAT-7 cable between this RJ-45 jack and the Link 2 jack on the Receiver unit.
Getting Started Panel Layout Sender Unit (Back) 1 2 3 5 4 ID Name Description 1 5V DC Connect the included 5V DC locking power supply to this connector and plug the AC power cord into an available electrical outlet. Only use the power supply shipped with this unit. 2 DP In Connect a Hi-Def source to this port using a DisplayPort cable. 3 Power This LED indicator will glow bright blue when the unit is powered.
Getting Started Panel Layout Receiver Unit (Front) 1 2 3 4 ID Name Description 1 Link 1 Connect a CAT-7 cable between this RJ-45 jack and the Link 1 jack on the Sender unit. 2 Link 2 Connect a CAT-7 cable between this RJ-45 jack and the Link 2 jack on the Sender unit. Both Link 1 and Link 2 jacks (two CAT-7 cables) must be used when extending video resolutions up to 2560 x 1600. 3 Link 2 Connect a CAT-7 cable between this jack and the USB Link jack on the Sender unit.
Getting Started Panel Layout Receiver Unit (Back) 1 2 3 4 5 6 ID Name Description 1 Host This LED will glow bright green when the host USB device is connected to the USB In port. 2 USB Out Connect up to two USB devices (mouse, keyboard, camera, etc.) to these ports. 3 Link This LED indicator will glow bright green when a CAT-7 cable is connected between the USB Link ports on both the Sender and Receiver unit. 4 DP Out Connect a DisplayPort cable from this port to the display.
Getting Started Installation Page Title Connecting the DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 1. Use the included DisplayPort cable to connect the DisplayPort source to the DP In port on the Sender unit. 2. Connect the Receiver unit to the display using a DisplayPort cable. 3. Use the included USB cable to connect the USB host device to the USB In port on the Sender unit. 4. Connect up to two USB devices (keyboard, mouse, external drive, etc) to the USB Out ports on the Receiver unit. 5.
Getting Started Installation Sample Wiring Diagram CAT-7 LINK CABLE (Up to 100 ft) DISPLAYPORT CABLE USB CABLE Sender Receiver Computer USB Mouse USB Keyboard DisplayPort Display GTB-DPKVM-3CAT7 page | 7
DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 02 Operating the DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 LED Indicators...................................................................................................... 10 Sender Unit.................................................................................................. 10 Receiver Unit................................................................................................ 11 DIP Switch Configuration...................................................
Operating the DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 LED Indicators Sender Unit The LED indicators on the Sender and Receiver unit provide basic information on the current status of the DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7. LED Status Description Power Solid blue • Power connected to Sender unit. Off • No power supplied to Sender unit. Solid green • Power connected to the Sender unit. • USB devices connected properly. • USB link integrity between Sender and Receiver unit is good.
Operating the DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 LED Indicators Receiver Unit LED Status Description USB Link Solid green • Power connected to the Receiver unit. • USB devices connected properly. • USB link integrity between Sender and Receiver unit is good. • No power supplied to the Receiver unit. • USB host not connected. • CAT-7 cable not connected between USB Link jack on Sender and Receiver unit. • Possible defective CAT-7 cable. Flashing green • USB devices not connected.
Operating the DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 DIP Switch Configuration The DisplayPort KVM xtender over CAT-7 contains four DIP switches on the bottom of the Sender unit. Adjust the DIP switch settings based on the type and cable length that is being used. Sender unit DIP switches located on the bottom of the Sender Unit. If the DIP switch is ON, it will be in the “up” position. 1 2 3 4 DIP Switch Position Differential Output Voltage DIP 1 ON (default) 1.2 Vpp CENTER 1.
Operating the DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 Hot-Plug Detect (HPD) The DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 has an HPD button on the front of the Receiver unit. Pressing this button will cycle the HPD (Hot-Plug Detect) line on the display (sink) device. This HPD button provides the same effect as disconnecting then reconnecting the DisplayPort cable from the Receiver unit. Cycling the HPD line will cause the Receiver unit to re-read the EDID of the display and send it back to the DisplayPort source.
Operating the DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 Adjusting the Signal Quality The DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 has an equalization device on the front of the Receiver unit. This 16-position rotary switch is used to adjust the boost level depending upon the length of the CAT-7 cable. 1. Insert a small flat-headed tool into the notch on the rotary switch. Rotary Swtich Receiver unit The arrow mark indicates the position of the rotary switch.
DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 03 Appendix Cable Termination................................................................................................ 18 Surface-Mounting Instructions............................................................................. 19 Specifications.......................................................................................................
Appendix Cable Termination Front of RJ-45 Connector 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Gefen recommends the TIA/EIA-568-B wiring option. Use the table below when field-terminating cable for use with Gefen products.
Appendix Surface-Mounting Instructions The Gefen DisplayPort KVM Extender over CAT-7 can be mounted on any horizontal or vertical flat surface (e.g. wall or inside / outside a cabinet with wood / drywall screws) as shown in the diagram above. There should be an inch or two of clearance between the edges of the unit and any walls or vertical surfaces to allow for enough clearance for connection and disconnection of the DisplayPort cable. For installation on a drywall surface, use a #6 drywall screw.
Appendix Specifications Supported Formats Resolutions (max.) • • • 2560 x 1600 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1080p Full HD Video Data Rate • Up to 2.
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