ADDER AdderLink X50 USB User manual

AdderLink X50 USB
User Guide
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Contents
Welcome
Introduction.................................................................................2
Supplied items .............................................................................3
Optional items .............................................................................4
Installation
Connections .................................................................................5
Mounting .....................................................................................5
Connections at the local module ...........................................6
Local module power ..........................................................7
Connections at the remote module.......................................8
Dual user configuration .......................................................10
Video display (DDC) information.........................................11
Video sharpness adjustment ................................................12
Operation
General use ................................................................................13
Dual user arbitration.................................................................13
Peripheral operation .................................................................13
Further information
Getting assistance......................................................................14
Troubleshooting ........................................................................14
Warranty ....................................................................................15
Safety information ....................................................................15
Radio Frequency Energy............................................................16
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Welcome
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Adder X50 USB
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 Adder
X50 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.
Using the Adder X50 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.
The Adder X50 extenders have been designed to be
quick to install and totally transparent in operation.
All connectors are industry standard and the video
sharpness adjustments are made using a simple
rotary dial.
Where dual screens are required, an MS2 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 X50
extenders provide the power and flexibility to create
the right solution.
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*Secondary video, RS232 serial and a second link cable are available only with the X50 MS2 variant
PC
AUDIO
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
RS232 SERIAL
USB
Up to 50 metres
separation
USB
device
USB
device
Serial
device
CATx link cable(s)
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Supplied items
LOCAL
ADDER
®
POWER
OUT
LINK
TO REMOTE
ON
X50 local
module
Power adapter and
country- specific
power lead (for
remote module)
REMOTE
ADDER
®
POWER
SHARPNESS
LINK
TO LOCAL
ON
X50 remote
module
X50 MS2
local module
X50 MS2
remote module
USB (A to B
type) lead
Audio lead
(3.5mm jacks)
Video lead
(15 way, male to male)
RS232 serial lead
(9 way male to female)
CD-ROM
Video lead
(15 way, male to male)
X50 MS2 variant extender modules The MS2 variant package includes all of the above ancillary items plus:
Self adhesive
feet
X50 standard extender modules

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Optional items
Power adapter and country- specific
power lead for local module (if USB
powering not possible)
Part number: PSU-IEC-5VDC-2.5A
Rack mount plate for X50 standard module
(useable for the local or remote modules)
Part number: X-RMK-FASCIA
Rack mount plate for X50 MS2 module
(useable for the local or remote modules)
Part number: X-RMK-FASCIA-DUAL
Rack mount chassis
Part number: X-RMK-CHASSIS

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Installation
Connections
Installation of the X50 modules is straightforward with minimal configuration
requirements in most cases.
• Connections at the local module
• Connections at the remote module
Important
Do not attach a USB hub to the X50 remote, nor plug the X50 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.
Do not use USB cables that are longer than 3 metres to connect the local module
to the computer or to connect the remote module to the USB peripherals.
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Mounting
The X50 modules offer two main mounting methods:
•Suppliedfourself-adhesiverubberfeet
•Rackmountbrackets-seebelow

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LOCAL
ADD
To speaker
output port
To USB port
To primary video
output port
Connections at the local module
1 Where possible ensure that power is disconnected from the computer
system to be connected.
4 Optionally connect a local video
monitor to the video out feed-
through connector on the local
module.
3 Optionally connect local speakers
to the audio output connector
on the local module.
LOCAL
ADD
To local
speakers
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OUT
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TO REM OTE
ON
To local
monitor
2 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.
[MS2 variant only] Optionally
attach a second video input
from the computer system to
the upper video in socket on
the MS2 local module.
Note: The MS2
variant has its primary
video, USB and audio
connectors arranged
in a similar manner to
the single unit (shown
above).
To secondary video
output port
To secondary
local monitor
[MS2 variant only] Optionally
attach a second video monitor
to the upper video out socket
on the MS2 local module.
Note: Do not use a USB cable that is longer than 3 metres to connect the local
module to the computer system.

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Local module power
In the majority of installations, the local module will 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 (part number: PSU-IEC-5VDC-2.5A) from
your Adder stockist.
POWER
OUT
LINK
TO REM OTE
ON
Link to remote
module
6 [MS2 variant only] Optionally
attach a serial connection lead
to the female connector on the
MS2 local module and attach
the other end to a vacant serial
port on your computer.
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 MS2
variants).
[MS2 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 MS2
local module.
Secondary link to
remote module
POWER
OUT
LINK
TO REM OTE
ON
LINK
O REMOTE
ON
To computer
serial port
To optional
power supply
Low power
indicator
1 If external power input is
necessary, attach the output
connector of the optional power
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.

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Connections at the remote module
1 Place the remote module adjacent to the user location. 3 Attach the leads of up to four
USB devices (two of which are
usually a keyboard and mouse)
to the sockets located adjacent
to the video output connector.
To video
monitor
4 [MS2 variant only] Optionally attach
a serial device lead to the male
serial connector on the remote
module.
REMOTE
ADD
2 Attach the lead from the video
monitor to the video out socket
on the remote module.
[MS2 variant only] Optionally
attach the lead from a second
video monitor to the upper video
out socket on the MS2 remote
module.
To secondary
video monitor
REMOTE
ADD
To USB devices,
e.g. keyboard,
mouse, etc.
To RS232
serial device
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 (1.7A).
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.

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5 Optionally attach the lead from
your stereo speakers to the audio
output socket on the remote
module.
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SHARPNESS
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TO LOCAL
ON
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 MS2 variants).
POWER
SHARPNESS
LINK
TO LOCAL
ON
[MS2 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 MS2 remote
module.
7 attach the output connector
of the power supply to the
‘POWER’ socket of the remote
module.
To speakers
Link to remote
module
Secondary
link to
remote
module
POWER
SHARPNESS
LINK
TO LOCAL
ON
To power
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