Gefen GEF-DVI-FM1500
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1. DVI FM 1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID GEF DVI FM 1500 User Manual www gefenpro com 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 Monday through Friday Pacific Time For 24 7 support see the back of the product for the support number Write To Gefen LLC c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefenpro com support gefenpro com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID is a trademark of Gefen LLC 2011 Gefen LLC All rights reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective owners Rev A5 11 CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Sender unit Layout Sender unit Descriptions Receiver unit Layout Receiver unit Descriptions Connecting the DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID Wiring Diagram EDID Programming Specifications Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID Your complete satisfaction is very important to us GefenPRO In the realm of video distribution certain features are invaluable in a commercial or broadcast environment Accommodations such as a build in power supply and flat black rac2. an SC terminated fiber cable from this SC connector to the SC connector on the Receiver unit 5V DC Power Supply Connector Connect the optional 5V DC power supply to this receptacle only if the source does not supply enough voltage to power the Sender unit In most situations the power supply will not be required RECEIVER UNIT LAYOUT Receiver unit Top Front RECEIVER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS Status This LED indicator will slowly blink bright green indicating that there is a valid connection between the Sender unit and Receiver unit Power This LED indicator will glow bright green when power is applied to the Receiver unit DVI Output Connect this part of the Receiver unit to the DVI display SC Fiber Connector Connect an SC terminated fiber cable from this SC connector to the SC connector on the Sender unit 5V DC Power Supply Connector Connect this cable to the included 5V DC power supply CONNECTING THE DVI FM1500 OPTICAL EXTENDER WITH RECORDABLE EDID How to Connect the DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID STOP Before continuing connect the included 5V DC power supply to the Receiver unit If EDID programming is required then skip to the EDID Programming Procedure on the next page 1 Connect the Sender unit to the DVI source 2 Connect the Receiver unit to the DVI display 3 Connect the Sender unit and Receiver unit together using an SC terminated multi mode or single mode fibe
3. EGISTRATION Please register your product online by visiting the Register Product page under the Support section of the Gefen Web site 11 Rev A5 MA GEF DVI FM1500 x 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 1 800 545 6900 818 772 9100 fax 818 772 9120 www gefenpro com support gefenpro com O X amp 0 This product uses UL listed power supplies
4. it has a default built in EDID of 1920 x 1200 If the Sender unit is programmed with another EDID see page 9 the default EDID will be erased Once the default EDID is erased it cannot be restored FEATURES Features e Extends DVI up to 3280 feet 1000 meters using single mode fiber optic cable e Extends DVI up to 1640 feet 500 meters using multi mode fiber optic cable e Supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 WUXGA e Optical signal transmission provides good immunity to electromagnetic interference e Virtual EDID programming feature provides quick installation and compatibility between source and display e Uses single mode or multi mode fiber optic cable e Fully supports DVI 1 0 Specifications and DDC2B via virtual DDC e Sender module does not require power if the DVI source provides sufficient power on pin 14 of the DVI connector most sources do Package Includes 1 GefenPro DVI FM1500 Sender unit 1 GefenPro DVI FM1500 Receiver unit 1 5V DC power supply 1 Quick Start Guide SENDER UNIT LAYOUT Sender unit Top Front Back SENDER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS Status This LED indicator will slowly blink bright green indicating that there is a valid connection between the Sender unit and Receiver unit Power This LED indicator will glow bright green when power is applied to the Sender unit DVI Input Connect this part of the Sender unit to the DVI source SC Fiber Connector Connect
5. k mount enclosures set GefenPRO apart from our traditional products Complex distribution units allow for professional DVI 3G SDI and HDMI signals to be routed and converted easily and seamlessly while being backed up by a renowned and dependable technical support team Gefen invites you to explore the GefenPRO product line and hopes that you find the solution that fits your needs The GefenPRO DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID The GefenPRO DVI FM1500 Optical DVI Extender with Recordable EDID extends a DVI source up to 3280 feet 1000 meters using single mode 50 micron fiber optic cable Recordable EDID programming provides fast integration and compatibility with the input video source and the display Resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 WUXGA at 60 Hz are supported How It Works Connect the Sender unit to the DVI source Connect the Receiver unit to the DVI display Use a single strand of SC terminated fiber optic cable to connect the Sender unit to the Receiver unit Use the included 5V DC power supply to connect the Sender unit to an available electrical outlet OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE DVI FM1500 OPTICAL EXTENDER WITH RECORDABLE EDID The DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID can use both single mode and multi mode SC terminated optical fiber cables When using multi mode fiber optic cables DVI can be extended to 1640 feet 500 meters The DVI FM1500 Sender un
6. r optic cable IMPORTANT In most cases the Sender module will not require a power supply as long as the DVI source provides sufficient power on pin 14 of the DVI connector If you are unsure that the source will supply enough power to the Sender unit it is recommended that the included power supplies be connected to both the Sender and Receiver unit when powering the DVI FM1500 Optical Extender Wiring Diagram for the DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID GefenlZziel FIBER OPTIC CABLE Sender DVI Source Receiver DVI Display GEF DVI FM1500 EDID PROGRAMMING Virtual EDID Programming Procedure If an EDID is not required by the DVI source then EDID programming will not be necessary EDID programming is required if the maximum resolution of the display does not support 1920 x 1200 WUXGA IMPORTANT The DVI FM1500 Sender unit has a default built in EDID of 1920 x 1200 If the Sender unit is programmed with another EDID see page 9 the default EDID will be erased Once the default EDID is erased it cannot be restored Power on the DVI display Connect the 5V DC power supply to the power receptacle of the Sender unit Make sure that the Power LED is ON and that the Status LED is blinking slowly Press and hold the EDID PRGM button on the Sender unit using a small pointed object The Status LED will turn OFF Sender unit Press and hold the EDID PRGM button Connect the Sender
7. t 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 regarding 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 R
8. unit to the display not to the source The Status LED on the top of the Sender unit will begin to blink rapidly indicating that the EDID is being read from the display and stored in the Sender unit After about 10 seconds the Status LED will blink slowly to indicate that the EDID programming procedure was successful Disconnect the Sender unit from the display Disconnect the power supply from the Sender unit Connect the 5V DC power supply to the Receiver unit and connect the Receiver unit to the display Connect the Sender unit to the DVI source SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Pixel 00 0 een 165 MHz eta a A 1 2 volts p p A Jr 5 volts p p TTL DVI Connector Sender Receiver eee eee DVI D 19 pin male Fiber Optic Connector Sender Receiver SC type Power Supply Sender Receiver nee nnennnnnennnnnennnnnnn BV DC Power ConsumptiOn e eee eee 2 5 Watts max per unit Operating Temperature ss 0 gt 50 C Dimensions Sender Receiver eee eee 1 54 W x 0 57 H x 2 68 D Shipping NO OA de aies ea a ee NE 2 lbs 10 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 no
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