Black Box ACU5051A Computer Accessories User Manual
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1. BLACK BOX coreanas NOVEMBER 2008 ACU5051A ACU5052A ServSwitch SRX CUSTOMER Order toll free in the U S Call 877 877 BBOX outside U S call 724 746 5500 SUPPORT FREE technical support 24 hours a day 7 days a week Call 724 746 5500 or fax 724 746 0746 INFORMATION Mailing address Black Box Corporation 1000 Park Drive Lawrence PA 15055 1018 CONTE NTS Web site www blackbox com E mail info blackbox com Contents Welcome e PE P T DS 2 SUPPEA ISS sora a Go bini iia 3 Optional IEMS asiasana ee 4 Installation CONNECTIONS ETE EE 5 ioa e M 5 Connections at the local module sssoonnnnnnnanonsennnnnnnnneeeennne 6 Local modulo POWE E 7 Connections at the remote module sss 8 Dual user condigilldtlet tana 10 Video display DDC information ssssnenssnnnssoeennneenneeenen 11 Video sharpness adjustment s sssssessnnsssrsesresrresrnrrrenerre 12 Operation General Usa idad 13 Dual user arbitral iii 13 PERRERA operation ra ii td 13 Further information EEN 14 Eis coire mney T Entre 14 Safety INTORTIBUDE nima aa 15 Radio Frequency Enric 16 Normas Oficiales Mexicanas NOM statement 17 Instrucciones de seguridad serna 17 BlackBox subsidiary contact details 19 ZI Sy CONTENTS OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME FURTHER INFORMATION Welcome Introduction Thank you for choosing the Serv2. 12 45 56 65 08 05 35 201 888 808 33 1 45 606 747 49 811 5541 499 39 02 27 400 219 31 30 241 4746 47 55 300 701 34 916239784 46 08 38 04 30 41 55 451 70 75 44 118 965 6001 353 1 662 2477 MA O 4 v N Lei INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS OPERATION z PAS m m SR Z 19
3. become sharp The remote module for the dual VGA variant includes two separate sharpness adjustments for each video channel the upper dial corresponds to the upper video output socket Sharpness control for the second B video channel Sharpness control for the first A video channel To display a suitable high contrast image The best way to clearly view the effect of sharpness and brightness adjustments is to display a high contrast image with vertical edges on the screen e Open a word processor type the capital letter H or M and increase the point size to 72 or higher For best results the background should be white and the character should be black High contrast black character on white background Black or bright white shadow on the right indicates the need for sharpness adjustment OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS FURTHER INFORMATION Operation General use Peripheral operation E In use the SRX modules should be transparent the system and its peripherals 2 should operate exactly as normal the only difference being that they are now up USB Z to 50 metres apart Each SRX remote module provides four USB outlets each of which can support 5 In some installations you may see some shadows to the right of high contrast pee 0 penpticu af Deeds Abn DES TOSARA APREA K ME complet S l i as a four port USB hub screen
4. dependent on receiving relevant DDC information during startup before they this process the yellow indicator built into the link connector will output anything more than a rudimentary video signal will flash to indicate its progress It is not possible to transmit DDC data back from the video monitor that is f no valid DDC information is located the yellow indicator z attached to the remote module to the computer s video adapter Therefore will give one very short flash representing an attempt to p during startup of the local module it will search for a video monitor connected read data No changes will be made to the information already stored within S to its local feed through connector the local module e f a local video monitor is found its DDC information will be compared to e f the DDC information is the same as that already stored no change will be the information already stored and if different will be copied stored and made and the yellow indicator will give one single flash as the information is presented to the video adapter upon request checked and normal operation resumes S e f no local video monitor is found the local module will make available its e f different DDC information is located the yellow indicator will flash rapidly e previously stored set of DDC parameters to the video adapter upon request for 2 to 3 seconds while the new information is stored A single flash will S or if none were stored a default
5. of two pages of DDC information Rapid yellow flashing followed by four flashes data was lost during copying the default data was substituted Repeat the power on process e Rapid yellow flashing followed by five flashes Checksum error during copying the default data was substituted Repeat the power on process During operation either module e Continual yellow Valid CATx link to other module sensed e Continual green Correct power input sensed Green flashes Power input too low for normal operation In the case of the local module this may be because the USB connection is unable to provide sufficient power In these cases an external power supply should be used with the local module Important Do not attach a USB hub to the SRX remote nor plug the SRX local module into another USB hub To do so will reduce the maximum cable length over which the system will extend USB also some USB hubs may not provide enough power to operate the local unit LA INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS OPERATION z PAS m m SR Z 14 Safety information For use in dry oil free indoor environments only Do not use to link between buildings Ensure that all twisted pair interconnect cables are installed in compliance with all applicable wiring regulations Do not connect CATx link interfaces RJ45 style connectors to any other equipment particularly network or telecommunications equipment Warning the
6. power adapter contains live parts No user serviceable parts are contained within the power adapter do not dismantle Plug the power adapter into a socket outlet close to the module that it is powering Replace the power adapter with a manufacturer approved type only Do not use the power adapter if the power adapter case becomes damaged cracked or broken or if you suspect that it is not operating properly If you use a power extension cord with the remote module make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the cord s ampere rating Also make sure that the total ampere rating of all the devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet s ampere rating Do not attempt to service the modules yourself The power supply can get warm in operation do not situate it in an enclosed space without any ventilation LA INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS OPERATION z PAS m m SR Z 15 Radio Frequency Energy A Category 5 or better twisted pair cable must be used to connect the units in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances All other interface cables used with this equipment must be shielded in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic
7. sockets located adjacent to the video output connector To USB devices e g keyboard mouse etc See the Important note on page 5 MS2 variant only Note When connecting four USB devices to the unit ensure that their total power requirements do not exceed 1700mA 1 74 The USB standard states a maximum allowable current draw of 500mA 0 5A per device although most devices remain well below this limit USB keyboards and mice typically require 100mA Each X50 contains a self resetting fuse that will prevent damage by shutting down the unit if the total power draw becomes excessive 4 Dual VGA variant only Optionally attach a serial device lead to the male serial connector on the remote module To RS232 serial device OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS FURTHER INFORMATION 5 Optionally attach the lead from your stereo speakers to the audio output socket on the remote module To speakers 6 Attach the connector of the category 5 5e or 6 link cable up to 50 metres in length to the TO LOCAL socket on the remote module labelled LINK 1 on dual VGA variants Link to remote module Dual VGA variant only Attach the connector of a second category 5 5e or 6 link cable up to 50 metres in length to the LINK 2 socket on the remote module Secondary link to remote module 7 Attach the output connector of the power supply to the POWER socket of t
8. the computer 115 200 baud and all PC AT flow control pins are supported 2 For this reason the SRX dual user arrangement is better suited to situations ES where two users would not often require simultaneous access z 2 E E a z DR me T lt PE ES z d 13 Further information Getting assistance If you are still experiencing problems after checking the list of solutions in the Troubleshooting section then we provide a number of other solutions Email in the US techsupportGblackbox com in the UK techhelp blackbox co uk e Phone inthe US 724 746 5500 inthe UK 44 0 118 965 6000 Troubleshooting Status indicators The green and yellow indicators built into the link connectors on each module provide useful feedback regarding the connection and power status During startup of the local module e One very short yellow flash no valid DDC information available from a locally connected video monitor no changes made to stored DDC information Single yellow flash DDC information being read from a locally connected video monitor but no changes made to stored DDC information e Rapid yellow flash for 2 to 3 seconds followed by single flash New DDC information being read and stored from a locally connected video monitor Two yellow flashes Checksum error prior to copying no information will be programmed Three yellow flashes Too much data to fit into the module the module can hold a maximum
9. 2 Precauci n debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarizaci n del equipo no sea eliminada 13 Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos poniendo particular atenci n a los contactos y recept culos donde salen del aparato 14 El equipo el ctrico debe ser limpiado nicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante 15 En caso de existir una antena externa deber ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia 16 El cable de corriente deber ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo 17 Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilaci n 18 Servicio por personal calificado deber ser provisto cuando A El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido da ado u B Objectos han ca do o l quido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato o C El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia o D El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempe o o E El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido da ada LA INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS OPERATION z PAS m m zo Z 17 2008 Black Box Corporation All trademarks are acknowledged Black Box Corporation 1000 Park Drive Lawrence PA 15055 1018 United States of America Tel 4 1 724 746 5500 Fa
10. Switch Wizard SRX extenders which provide a very effective way to put distance between your computer and its peripherals The compact casings and ease of use of the Wizard SRX modules belie the ingenuity of their operation Using our proprietary transmission techniques we are able to reliably transfer more signals than ever before along a single length of Category 5 5e or 6 twisted pair cabling What this means for you is that your video audio USB keyboard USB mouse and two other USB channels are all readily and reliably available at up to 50 metres away PC VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 AUDIO RS232 SERIAL USB 724 746 5800 000000 O0DOODOO DCH Secondary video RS232 serial and a second link cable are available only with the Wizard SRX Dual VGA variant Using the Wizard SRX extenders does not mean that you need to compromise on functionality in any way Our highly efficient transmission methods mean that high video resolutions of up to 1920 x 1440 are supported together with CD quality digital sound that produces no crackles even in the quietest interludes The USB connections are seamless and thanks to our unique Bi tripos circuitry four full speed USB 2 0 devices can be used simultaneously with full support for disconnect re connect at any time without causing errors H CATx link cable s The Wizard SRX extenders have been designed to be quick to install and totally transparent in operation Al
11. anner to the single unit shown above To USB port Dual VGA variant only Optionally attach a second video input from the computer system to the upper video in socket on the local module A To secondary video output port B MA O gt 4 V Optionally connect local speakers to the audio output connector on the local module N Lei To local speakers Optionally connect a local video monitor to the video out feed through connector on the local module To local monitor Dual VGA variant only Optionally attach a second video monitor to the upper video out socket on the local module OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS FURTHER INFORMATION To secondary local monitor 5 Attach the connector of the category 5 5e or 6 link cable up to 50 metres in length to the TO REMOTE socket on the local module labelled LINK 1 on dual VGA variants Link to remote module Dual VGA variant only Attach the connector of a second category 5 5e or 6 link cable up to 50 metres in length to the LINK 2 socket on the local module Secondary link to remote module 6 Dual VGA variant only Optionally attach a serial connection lead to the female connector on the local module and attach the other end to a vacant serial port on your computer To computer serial port Local module power In the majority of installations the local module wi
12. ass A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of part 15 of FCC rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Canadian Department of Communications RFI statement This equipment does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de la classe A prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectriques publi par le minist re des Communications du Canada LA INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS OPERATION z PAS m ae SR Z 16 Normas Oficiales Mexicanas NOM electrical safety statement Instrucciones de seguridad 1 Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operaci n deber n ser le das antes de que el aparato el ctrico sea operado 2 Lasinstrucciones de seguridad y operaci n deber n ser guardadas para re
13. characters This can be caused by an incorrectly selected sharpness setting SCH and it may be necessary to make adjustments to correct this Please see Video If the link between the modules is interrupted any connected USB peripherals Gamme sharpness adjustment in the Installation section will be automatically disabled and re enabled once the connection is restored MS2 variant only Note When connecting four USB devices to the unit ensure g that their total power requirements do not exceed 1700mA 1 7A The USB o Dual por arbitration standard states a maximum allowable current draw of 500mA 0 5A per device S When using two sets of SRX modules to allow two users to access a single although most devices remain well below this limit USB keyboards and mice gt computer be aware that arbitration between the users is handled by the USB typically require 100mA Each X50 contains a self resetting fuse that will prevent that both users can control the computer at exactly the same time and the z resulting keyboard and mouse influences will be an amalgam of the two inputs RS232 serial Q j E ie a mouse move to the right by one user will cancel out a simultaneous left The dual VGA variant modules provide additional support for an RS232 device lt mouse move by the other The same is also true when the local module has The 9 way male D type socket on the remote module supports speeds up to P feed through peripherals attached to it adjacent to
14. disturbances European EMC directive 89 336 EEC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in the European standard EN55022 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception However there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off the user is encouraged to correct the interference with one or more of the following measures a Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna b Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver c Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected d Consult the supplier or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Compliance Statement United States This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause interference to radio communication It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a cl
15. ferencia futura 3 Todas las advertencias en el aparato el ctrico y en sus instrucciones de operaci n deben ser respetadas 4 Todas las instrucciones de operaci n y uso deben ser seguidas 5 El aparato el ctrico no deber ser usado cerca del agua por ejemplo cerca de la tina de ba o lavabo s tano mojado o cerca de una alberca etc 6 El aparato el ctrico debe ser usado nicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante 7 Elaparato el ctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo s lo como sea recomendado por el fabricante 8 Servicio El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo el ctrico m s all a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operaci n Todo otro servicio deber ser referido a personal de servicio calificado 9 Elaparato el ctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posici n no interfiera su uso La colocaci n del aparato el ctrico sobre una cama sof alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilaci n no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilaci n 10 El equipo el ctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores registros de calor estufas u otros aparatos incluyendo amplificadores que producen calor 11 El aparato el ctrico deber ser connectado a una fuente de poder s lo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operaci n o como se indique en el aparato 1
16. he remote module HF i I supply 8 Attach the IEC power lead to the power supply body and insert the mains plug of the lead to a nearby power outlet To mains outlet OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS FURTHER INFORMATION Dual user configuration You can combine two Wizard SRX extender sets to create a dual user configuration Such an installation would allow a single computer to be controlled from two different positions with each position receiving the same audio visual output and having equal and concurrent control over the computer Arbitration between the two positions is handled by the computer s USB system and so this arrangement is better suited to situations where two users would not often require simultaneous access BLACK BOX 724 746 5500 eoooooo 000000 ocho CATx link up to 50m BLACK BOX Se Video and audio crosslinks are made from first local module to the second local module Both local modules require their own USB links to the PC BLACK BOX 724 746 5500 000000 000000 O EDO First local module Video crosslink from first to second local module Audio USB and video from the PC Audio crosslink from first to second local module Second USB from the PC Most of the connections are similar to the standard configuration The main difference is in the links to the second local module Use an audio l
17. ink lead to connect the audio out socket of the first local module to the audio in socket of the second Similarly use a video link lead to connect the video out and video in ports The second local module then requires its own USB link directly to the computer In all other respects follow the standard instructions to connect CATx links and all of the remote module connections OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS FURTHER INFORMATION Video display DDC information S and store the DDC information from your monitor You can then return the monitor to its remote position and the new DDC information will be used at every power on Rapid flashing followed by four flashes data was lost during copying the default data was substituted Repeat the power on process Rapid flashing followed by five flashes Checksum error during copying the default data was substituted Repeat the power on process The Display Data Channel or DDC is an industry standard scheme which allows DDC indications wv video monitors to declare their capabilities to the computer s video adapter When power is first applied to the local module either from circuitry allowing the latter to optimise their outputs accordingly Since the the computer s USB port or an optional power adapter it will widespread adoption of the scheme video adapters have become increasingly search for valid DDC data on its video out connector During
18. l connectors are industry standard and the video sharpness adjustments are made using a simple rotary dial Where two screens are required a dual VGA variant provides double video channels in addition to full support for an RS232 serial device So whether you are extending your workplace or creating a cost effective distributed audio visual system the Wizard SRX extenders provide the power and flexibility to create the right solution E lt Up to 50 metres pes Ge K separation Z Y O REMO gt pep z eoooooo USB USB eria device device device ZI Ww CONTENTS OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME FURTHER INFORMATION Supplied items Wizard SRX standard extender modules USB A to B type lead SRX local Es SRX remote module module Power adapter and country specific power lead for remote module S SZ Audio lead 3 5mm jacks Wizard SRX dual VGA variant extender modules Video lead 15 way male to male SRX Dual VGA le SRX Dual VGA local module remote module Video lead 15 way male to male RS232 serial lead 9 way male to female MA O 4 Y N ZN CONTENTS OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME FURTHER INFORMATION Optional items Power adapter and country specific power lead for local module if USB powering not possible Rack mount plate for SRX standard module Rack mo
19. ll derive all of its power successfully from the USB link with the computer system However if insufficient voltage is available from the computer system the green indicator adjacent to the link connector will flash If this occurs or if you do not intend to use the USB connection with the computer you will need to purchase and use a power supply identical to the one used for the remote module from your Black Box stockist 1 If external power input is necessary attach the output Low power connector of the optional power indicator supply to the POWER socket of the local module 2 Attach the IEC power lead to the power supply body and insert the mains plug of the lead to a nearby power outlet Note If a power adapter is plugged into the module but not switched on it will prevent the unit from deriving power from the USB connection To optional power supply OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS FURTHER INFORMATION Connections at the remote module 1 Place the remote module adjacent to the user location 2 Attach the lead from the video monitor to the video out socket on the remote module To video monitor Dual VGA variant only Optionally attach the lead from a second video monitor to the upper video out socket on the remote module To secondary video monitor 3 Attach the leads of up to four USB devices two of which are usually a keyboard and mouse to the
20. set then be given as the information is checked and normal operation resumes gt In either case the DDC information taken by the video adapter will be used The local module s yellow indicator also provides fault indications to assist with to determine the video output that is sent via the SRX modules to the remote troubleshooting monitor e Two flashes Checksum error prior to copying no information will be Z If you find that the default DDC information is not completely suitable for your programmed E remote monitor try temporarily connecting your remote monitor to the video Three flashes Too much data to fit into the module the module can hold a d out port of the local module When the local module is powered up it will read maximum of two pages of DDC information 5 z z 2 E E ial E FURTHER INFORMATION Video sharpness adjustment The Wizard SRX remote module includes a straightforward video adjustment to control picture sharpness on the remote monitor To adjust video sharpness 1 On the computer display a suitable high contrast image see right 2 Insert a small flat bladed screwdriver into the SHARPNESS adjustment hole so that it engages with the slot in the rotary dial 3 Turn the rotary dial fully clockwise you should see a bright white shadow to the right of your high contrast image 4 Turn the rotary dial anti clockwise until the white shadow disappears and the edges of your image
21. unt chassis useable for the local or remote modules Rack mount plate for SRX dual VGA module useable for the local or remote modules MA O F ZN CONTENTS OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME FURTHER INFORMATION Installation Connections Installation of the SRX modules is straightforward with minimal configuration requirements in most cases e Connections at the local module e Connections at the remote module Important Do not attach a USB hub to the SRX remote nor plug the SRX local module into another USB hub To do so will reduce the maximum cable length over which the system will extend USB also some USB hubs may not provide enough power to operate the local unit Mounting The SRX modules offer two main mounting methods Supplied four self adhesive rubber feet Rack mount brackets see below OPERATION INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS FURTHER INFORMATION Connections at the local module 1 2 Where possible ensure that power is disconnected from the computer system to be connected Attach the video USB see the Important note on page 5 and optionally audio connections from the computer system to the relevant sockets on the local module To speaker output port Note The dual VGA variant has its primary video USB and audio To primary video connectors arranged output port in a similar m
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