Gefen EXT-DVIRS232-CAT5N
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1. 4 5 Back Panel DVI RS 2328 R CAT 5 Made In U S A DDC RS 232 Video RECEIVER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Equalization Trimpot With auto equalization switched off use this adjustment trimpot for equalizing and stabilizing the video signal over the distance selected see instructions on page 9 RS 232 Output This port outputs RS 232 signals that have been received from the Sender unit Please see page 5 for complete details on the serial communication features that are used on this product Output Connect the display to this port 5V DC Power Supply Input This LED will become active once the included 5V DC power supply is properly connected between the unit and an open wall power socket Power LED Indicator The LED lights red when power is applied to the Receiver unit RJ 45 Ports Connect both the Ethernet cables arriving from the Sender unit here CONNECTING THE DVI RS232 EXTENDER Connect the DVI source to the DVI RS232 Extender sending unit s DVI input port using the supplied DVI cable Connect the RS 232 source to the DVI RS232 Extender sending unit s RS 232 input port using the supplied DB 9 serial cable Connect the DVI RS232 Extender sending and receiving units together using two user supplied CAT 5 CAT 5e or CAT 6 cables NOTE f field terminating network cable please adhere to the TIA EIA568B specification Please see page 12 for more information 4 6 Connect the display to th2. 6 Foot DVI Cable M M 1 6 Foot RS 232 Cable M M 2 5V DC Power Supply 1 User s Manual OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE DVI RS232 EXTENDER Use two industry standard CAT 5 CAT 5e or CAT 6 cables to operate the DVI RS232 Extender Gefen recommends CAT 6 cabling for maximum performance e For 1080i video maximum extension is 300 feet 91 meters e This product features the option to force the output color space to RGB and or use a pre programmed EDID These features can be used to resolve specific user issues or for troubleshooting purposes see page 10 for more information SENDER PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel Back Panel SENDER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 5V DC Power Supply Input Connect the 5V DC external power supply to this port Power LED Indicator This LED will become active once the included 5V DC power supply is properly connected between the unit and an open wall power socket DVI Input Connect the DVI source into this port RS 232 Input This port is used to extend the RS 232 signals Please see page 5 for complete details on the serial communication features that are used on this product RJ 45 Ports Use these ports to connect the Ethernet cables connecting the Sender and Receiver together and the other Ethernet channel used for the RS 232 back channel RECEIVER PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel e EG DVI Out 5 Vdc Power 1 2
3. cable run must be one continuous run from one end to the other No splices or use of punch down blocks 11 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL INTERFACE What features are available via the RS 232 serial communications port The DVI RS 232 Extender can accept commands through the RS 232 serial communications port located on the rear panel What pins are used for communication with the DVI RS 232 Extender Only pins 2 Receive 3 Transmit and 5 Ground are used for communication A null modem adapter should not be used with this product 6789 Only Pins 2 RX 3 TX and 5 Ground are used on the RS 232 serial interface RS232 Settings Bits per second ete te thiet een 19200 Data DUS na E EEUU 8 Tx E None STOP DIS 1 Flow Control u Sadat ee None 12 SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifier Bandwidth ee 165 MHz Input Video 1 2 Volts Input DDC Signal aston 5 Volts TTL Single Link Range 1080p 1920 x 1200 DVI Connector sesseeeeeene DVI I 29 Pin Female Digital Only RS232 Input Connector 4 rien DB 9 Female RS232 Output Connector DB 9 Male HS 232 Standard inti tte t fe it uta id RS 232C Link Connector nn ee eek RJ 45 Shielded Power Supply see ead obi ee 5V DC
4. the most from your hardware We invite you to explore our distinct product line and hope you find your solutions Don t see what you are looking for here Please call us so we can better assist you with your particular needs The DVI RS232 Extender Extending state of the art digital video displays computer monitors and touch Screens has never been easier Distances up to 150 feet at 1080p resolution 300 feet at 10801 resolution are guaranteed to perform beautifully giving you a reliable method of all digital extension while streamlining your installation cabling needs How It Works You simply connect the DVI RS232 Extender sender unit to your DVI and RS 232 source using the supplied cables Your RS 232 device and the DVI display plugs into the DVI RS232 Extender s receiver unit Two CAT 5 cables connect the sender and the receiver units to each other allowing for up to 300 feet of extension 300 feet at 10801 resolution or 150 feet of extension at 1080p resolution FEATURES Features e Supports resolutions to 1080p 2K and 1920 x 1200 Sends video at distances of up to 300 feet 10801 150 feet 1080 Small and compact Improved compensation for cable skew Audio and video are transmitted digitally over the CAT 5 CAT 5e or CAT 6 cable for zero signal loss Eliminates equipment noise in the viewing environment Package Includes 1 DVI RS232 Extender Sender Unit 1 DVI RS232 Extender Receiver Unit 1
5. Gefen DVI Rs232 Extender EXT DVIRS232 CATSN User Manual w gefen 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 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 DVI RS232 Extender is a trademark of Gefen LLC 2010 Gefen LLC All Rights Reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective owners Rev A3 a A N 10 11 12 13 14 CONTENTS Introduction Features Operation Notes Sender Panel Layout Sender Panel Descriptions Receiver Panel Layout Receiver Panel Descriptions Connecting The DVI RS232 Extender How to Equalize The Video Signal Additional DIP Switch Functions Network Cable Wiring Diagram RS 232 Serial Control Interface Specifications Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the DVI RS232 Extender Your complete satisfaction is very important to us Gefen Gefen is a unique product line catering to the growing needs for innovative home theater solutions We specialize in total integration for your home theater while also focusing on going above and beyond customer expectations to ensure you get
6. Power Consumption a 10 Watts Dimensions aka 3 2 D x 4 6 W x 1 25 H Shipping Weight 2 2 sick Weeden detain En 4 Ibs 13 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 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 i
7. bling DIP switch 3 will force the use of a pre programmed HDMI 1 2 EDID Enabling DIP switch 2 will force RGB on the output FORCING THE RGB COLOR SPACE In some cases the output video may have a pink or green tint This usually is attributed to the output device e g display not supporting the color space being used by the source device All digital displays will handle the standard RGB color space DIP switch 2 can be enabled to force the output color space to RGB If the input color space is YCbCr the color space will be converted to RBG prior to output on the receiver unit USING THE PRE PROGRAMMED EDID In some cases it may be necessary to force an EDID for troubleshooting purposes Enabling DIP switch 3 will force the use of a pre programmed EDID to be sent to the source instead of the connected output device e g display The EDID specifics are listed below 720x480i p 59 94 60Hz 10 NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM Gefen has specifically engineered their products to work with the TIA EIA 568 B specification Please adhere to the table below when field terminating cable for use with Gefen products Failure to do so may produce unexpected results and reduced performance Grange white 5 Bue write s Brown 12345678 CAT 5 CAT 5e and CAT 6 cabling comes in stranded and solid core types Gefen recommends using solid core cabling CAT 6 cable is also recommended for best results Each
8. e DVI output port of the DVI RS232 Extender receiving unit using a user supplied DVI cable Connect the RS 232 device to the RS 232 output port of the DVI RS232 Extender receiving unit using a user supplied DB 9 serial cable Plug the 5V DC power supply into the DVI RS232 Extender sending unit NOTE In most scenarios the 5V DC external power supply for the receiving unit will not be required Operational power is supplied by the sending unit via the connected CAT 5 CAT 5e or CAT 6 cable If the power LED indicator on the receiving unit is not on please check to make sure that the RJ 45 cables are not crossed DDC to video and video to DDC At extreme distances it may be necessary to apply power to the receiving unit T CATSE CABLE 2X Power on the display Power on the source Up to 300 ft DVI CABLE Em Compuler R 232 CABLE i gt gt gt Receiver Sender Touch Screen Monitor EXT DVIRS232 CAT5N HOW EQUALIZE THE VIDEO SIGNAL The DVI RS232 Extender has built in auto equalization that will automatically tune out any unwanted video noise This feature is reliable with premium cable runs up to a maximum of 130 feet If your cable run is beyond 130 feet it may be necessary to use manual equalization The sender and receiver units both have sets of DIP switches located on the underside of their enclosure Remove the silver metallic tape to expose these DIP switches By default all DIP switches on the s
9. ending and receiving units should be in the OFF position Auto EQ On To turn on manual equalization set DIP switch 1 on the receiver to the ON position then follow the instructions below see page 10 for additional DIP switch information 1 Insert a small flat head tool into the trimpot on the receiver unit 2 Turn the trimpot in a clockwise fashion until it comes to a stop Do not force the trimpot beyond this point Doing so may break the trimpot 3 Slowly turn the trimpot counter clockwise in millimeter increments until the image stabilizes and all video noise disappears NOTE If the following steps still do not produce any video it may be necessary to increase the boost from the sending unit Use the chart below to increase the boost by changing the sender DIP switches Once a new boost setting is set repeat steps 1 through 3 from above Sender DIP Switch Settings No Boost Default Medium Boost Note DIP Switches 3 and 4 have no function on this unit Receiver DIP Switch Settings Setting Switch 1 Switch2 Switch 3 Suiten 1 Switch EQ Defau Note DIP Switch 4 has no function on this unit ADDITIONAL DIP SWITCH FUNCTIONS FORCE RGB AND PRE PROGRAMMED EDID FEATURES DIP switch 1 on the 4 bank DIP switch located on the underside of receiver unit enables and disables the automatic equalization function Additional features can be enabled by using the other DIP switches on this bank Ena
10. n 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 please visit Gefen s Warranty web page at http www gefen com kvm aboutus warranty jsp PRODUCT REGISTRATION Please register your product online by visiting Gefen s web site at http www gefen com kvm Registry Registration jsp 14
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