Gefen EXT-DPKVM-241 User's Manual
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1. Gefen 2x1 DisplayPort K VMI EXT DPKVM 241 User Manual E vWww gefen com a TM PD 1 tc o ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE Technical Support Telephone 818 772 9100 800 545 6900 Fax 818 772 9120 Technical Support Hours 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM PST Monday thru Friday PST Write To Gefen LLC c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefen com support gefen com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice 2x1 DisplayPort KVM is a trademark of Gefen LLC 2011 Gefen LLC All rights reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective owners Rev A1 d Oo Om 11 12 13 14 CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions Connecting And Operating The 2x1 DisplayPort KVM Operating The 2x1 DisplayPort KVM RMT 21R Remote Control Description 21 Remote Installation Infrared IR Code Channel Configuration RS 232 Serial Control Interface Additional Switching Options Specifications Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM 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 conversion2. 2 respectively CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 2X1 DISPLAYPORT KVM Connecting Source Devices to the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM 1 Connect up to two DisplayPort source devices i e Computer Video Output to the DisplayPort inputs on the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM using the included DisplayPort cables DisplayPort Input 1 will be routed to the DisplayPort output when Input 1 is selected and DisplayPort Input 2 will be routed to the DisplayPort output when Input 2 is selected 2 Connect up to two audio sources i e Computer Audio Output to the 3 5mm analog audio mini jack inputs using the included audio cables Audio Input 1 will be routed to the audio output when Input 1 is selected and Audio Input 2 will be routed to the audio output when Input 2 is selected 3 Connect up to two USB source devices i e Computer s USB port to the USB Type B inputs using the included USB Type A to B cables USB Input 1 will be routed to the connected USB devices when Input 1 is selected and USB Input 2 will be routed to the connected USB devices when Input 2 is selected Connecting Output Devices to the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM 1 Connect a DisplayPort device i e DisplayPort Display to the DisplayPort output on the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM using a user device supplied DisplayPort cable 2 Connect an audio device i e Audio Amplifier to the 3 5mm analog audio mini jack output using a user supplied 3 5mm analog audio cable 3 Connect up to two USB devices i e Ke
3. 2IR remote remove the battery cover on the back of the remote to reveal the battery compartment Insert the included battery into the open battery slot The positive side should be facing up Ensure that both DIP Dual Inline Package Switches are in the OFF position Replace the battery cover The remote ships with 2 batteries One battery is needed for operation and the other battery is complimentary Empty Battery Slot IR Code Dip Switches INFRARED IR CODE CHANNEL CONFIGURATION How to Resolve IR Code Conflicts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls conflict with the supplied RMT 21R remote control changing the remote channel will alleviate this issue The RMT 2IR remote control and the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM both have banks of DIP Dual Inline Package switches for configuring the remote channel that both units use to communicate These settings must exactly match each other for proper operation The DIP switch bank on the RMT 2IR is located underneath the battery cover DIP switch banks for the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM are located on the underside of the unit beneath a black piece of metallic tape Switches 1 and 2 on the RMT 2IR directly correspond to DIP Switches 1 and 2 on the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM Only switches 1 and 2 of 4 in that bank are used for IR Code settings Remote Channel 1 Default Remote Channel 2 1 2 Remote Channel 4 m 1 2 1 2 Remote Channel 3 1 2 Left Picture of the opened rear
4. battery compartment of the RMT 21R remote showing the exposed DIP Switch bank between the battery chambers 1234 Remote Channel 3 BR I ae Remote Channel 4 1234 1234 Remote Channel 1 Default Remote Channel 2 10 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL INTERFACE What features are available via the RS 232 serial communications port The 2x1 DisplayPort KVM can accept commands through the RS 232 serial communications port located on the rear panel The current RS 232 control features are e Switching of inputs How do use these features These features were initially intended for utilization by custom installers in automated setups However these features can be tested by using any Windows PC with the Hyperterminal program What pins are used for communication with the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM Only pins 2 Receive 3 Transmit and 5 Ground are used for communication A null modem adapter should not be used with this product 9876 6789 Only Pins 2 RX 3 TX and 5 Ground are used on the RS 232 serial interface What are the communication port settings semen 19200 RSC 8 m MERE UT Ux None HODDI 1 CONTO ec None Switching Routing Binary Table ASCII RMT 2IR Binary Button 00110001 mn 0011 0010 11 ADDITIONAL SWITCHING OPTIONS The underside of the 2x1 DisplayPo
5. 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 Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of parts and labor in effect at the time of repair Such repairs are warranted for ninety 90 days from the day of reshipment to the Buyer This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied including without limitation any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose all of which are expressly disclaimed 1 Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty 2 Customers outside the US are responsible for shipping charges to and from Gefen 3 Copper cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cables must be in their original condition The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate However Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual In no event will Gefen be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual even if advised of the possibility of such damages The technical information contained herein regardin
6. YPORT KVM Display Information EDID is normally required by source host devices to determine the capabilities of the attached peripherals The 2x1 DisplayPort KVM features complete EDID passthrough This means that when EDID is present on the output device it will be passed to the active source host device FEATURES Features e Switches one High Resolution Display between two DisplayPort equipped computers with audio video and USB keyboards e Compact connector for easier installations e Switches up to 2560x1600 maximum resolution e Supports RGB and YCbCr color spaces Package Includes 1 DisplayPort KVM Switcher 2 6 foot DisplayPort cable 2 6 foot USB 2 0 cable 2 6 foot 3 5mm mini stereo audio cable 1 5V DC Universal Power Supply 1 IR Remote Control 1 User s Manual PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel Back Panel 10 11 12 13 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS LED Power Status Indicator This LED will be active once power is being supplied by the included 5V power supply Infrared IR Receiver This IR receiver will accept switching commands from the included RMT 21R remote control LED Input Status Indicator 1 amp 2 This currently selected source input will be indicated with an active LED Input Selector Button Pressing this button will cycle the input 1 or 2 which will be selected for output RS 232 Communications Input owitching commands can be initiated by using a serial communications devi
7. ce and this port For more information please see page 11 5V DC Power Input This receptacle will accept power via the included 5V DC power supply DisplayPort Input 1 amp 2 This port will accept a single standard DisplayPort source device Two ports are available for use DisplayPort Output This port will accept a single standard DisplayPort output device The currently selected DisplayPort input source will be output via this port 3 5mm Analog Audio Input 1 amp 2 This port will accept audio from a single 3 5mm analog mini jack source Two ports are available for use and are associated with DisplayPort inputs 1 amp 2 respectively 3 5mm Analog Audio Output This port will accept a single 3 5mm analog mini jack cable for connection to an amplified audio device The currently selected audio input source will be output via this port Infrared IR Receiver Extension This port will accept an optional IR Receiver Extension product part EXT RMT EXT IR for relocation of the IR receiver This port can be used for additional switching options Please see page 12 for more information USB Type A Port This port will accept a USB Type A device for use by the source device Two ports for the simultaneous connection of two USB devices USB Type B Port 1 amp 2 This port will accept a single USB Type B cable for connection to a USB source device Two ports are available for use and are associated with DisplayPort inputs 1 amp
8. g the features and specifications is subject to change without notice For the latest warranty coverage information refer to the Warranty and Return Policy under the Support section of the Gefen Web site at www gefen com PRODUCT REGISTRATION Please register your product online by visiting the Register Product page under the Support section of the Gefen Web site 14 Rev A1 ma DPKVM 241 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 1 300 545 6900 818 772 9100 fax 818 772 9120 www gefen com support gefen com P Oo amp This product uses UL listed power supplies 40
9. rt KVM features a DIP swich bank that is used to configure additional features Specifically DIP switches 3 amp 4 will control the function of the IR Extender port on the rear panel This port can be configured to accept additional switching devices DIP Switch 3 Enabling DIP switch 3 will allow the user to utilize a contact closure type of remote control such as Gefen product EXT RMT 2 to initiate input switching By default this switch is in the OFF position and will rely on the standard switching methods outlined previously in this manual DIP Switch 4 DIP switch 4 is the master switch that will enable disable the ability to use an IR remote extender Part EXT RMT EXTIR for relocation of the IR receiver By default this switch is in the OFF position and will disable the use of an IR Extender 12 SPECIFICATIONS Input Connector een 2 DisplayPort from computers Output Connector ee oum neo rudem re 1 DisplayPort to display Input Connechor 2 USB 2 0 Type from computers Output Connector rennen 2 USB 2 0 Type A to keyboard mouse Input Connector 2 3 5mm analog L R audio from computers Output Connector 1 3 5mm analog L R audio to speakers or amplifier Se ODA cT RGB and YCbCr Maximum Resolution EE 2560x1600 SHIPPING 6 lbs 13 WARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in
10. technologies Gefen s reliable plug and play products supplement cross platform computer systems professional audio video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes with hard working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate The Gefen 2x1 DisplayPort KVM The 2x1 DisplayPort KVM Switcher allows effortless switching of DisplayPort between two computers using just one display and one USB2 0 port for a keyboard and mouse Audio video and control signals are switched for each computer upon selection providing an easy and effective method of accessing two computers from one workstation without the hassle of network Switching can also be performed through the front panel Select button IR remote control or via RS232 How It Works DisplayPort s plug and play construction and compact connector enables faster easier installations with less chance of errors Connect a DisplayPort display and USB 2 0 keyboard mouse to the Switcher s outputs Connect both computers DisplayPort USB and audio ports to the Switcher s inputs using the supplied cables The Switcher is compatible with both Macintosh and PC keyboards mice and displays Note If the source and or display is not DisplayPort compliant a protocol specific protocol adapter will be required in order to connect the source to the Switcher and or the Switcher to the high resolution display OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 2X1 DISPLA
11. yboard amp Mouse to the USB Type A inputs using user device supplied USB cables Connecting Power to the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM 1 Connect the included 5V power supply to the power receptacle on the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM 2 Connect the opposite end of the power supply to an open wall socket power source OPERATING THE 2X1 DISPLAYPORT KVM How to Operate the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM owitching can be accomplished via the front panel selector button infrared IR remote control or the RS 232 communications port Additional switching options can be found on page 12 1 Forinformation on switching via the front panel selector button please see this page 2 For information on switching via the infrared IR remote control please see page 8 3 For information on switching via RS 232 serial communications please see page 11 Switching Front Panel Selector Button owitching can be accomplished via the front panel selector button This button will alternate between Inputs 1 amp 2 Each press of this button will change the selected input Front Panel Input Selector RMT 2IR REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION 1 Pressing this button will select Input 1 as the source All devices connected to the input ports labeled 1 will be selected and output 2 Pressing this button will select Input 2 as the source All devices connected to the input ports labeled 2 will be selected and output 21 REMOTE INSTALLATION To use the RMT
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