Belkin ExpandView F1D068 User manual

P73033 F1D068/F1D069
ExpandView™
User Manual
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Connecting several monitors to a single PC is finally affordable and effective with
the new ExpandView™video broadcast box from Belkin.
ExpandView™is a revolutionary breakthrough in the quest for expanding the
number of monitors that can be connected to a PC, easily and efficiently.
ExpandView™is a boosting device that duplicates the output from one PC
to multiple monitors, allowing one computer to display images on up to
eight monitors.
The ExpandView™is perfect for trade shows and stores where the same
image or video needs to be displayed on multiple monitors. Monitors
connected to the ExpandView™can be extended as far as 200 feet
(61 meters) away.
In addition, the ExpandView™may be cascaded to allow images to be
displayed on a virtually unlimited number of monitors.
The ExpandView™outperforms other video broadcasting solutions by
boosting the signal that is received from the video card. Most switchboxes
and Y-cables degrade sensitive computer video signals causing multiple
monitors to flicker and change colors. Using the ExpandView™, weak signals
are instantly amplified using a gain control that eliminates the flicker and
color variations caused by broadcasting computer video signals.
It’s that simple. Conference and trade show displays have never been easier
to set up with multiple monitors... retail stores have never been more
appealing to customers... training users has never been this easy... the
ExpandView™emphasizes the information you want to display by expanding
computer demonstrations to every member of your audience.
Introduction
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Features
•Connect four or eight monitors to a single computer video output
•Extend monitors to distances as much as 200 feet (61 meters) from the computer
•Cascade a virtually unlimited number of monitors using multiple
ExpandView™boxes
•Conserve space and save on equipment and power costs
•Compatible with standard VGA and SuperVGA analog RGB video cards
•Connect both monitors and a computer to the ExpandView™using standard
monitor extension cables (Belkin Part# F2N025-06-T). Cables not included
•Four or eight high density female DB15 output ports, one high density male
DB15 input port
•Power supply included
•One Year Warranty
Hardware Requirements
•One VGA, SVGA or Multisync compatible analog video card with a PC
standard high density female DB15 connector
•One or more VGA, SVGA or Multisync compatible analog monitors with a PC
standard high density male DB15 cable
Notes:
•For each monitor to be extended beyond the length of its attached
cable, use Belkin Part# F2N025-06-T, VGA Extension cable.
•For high resolution, high refresh rate, or long distance applications,
use a coaxial and double-shielded VGA cable such as Belkin
Part# F3H981-XX or A3H981-XX.
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Features
Package Contents
•One 4-port ExpandView™F1D068
OR
•One 8-port ExpandView™F1D069
•Power adapter F1D068:F1D065-PWR
F1D069:F1D108-PWR
•This manual P73033
•Registration Card P72009
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Hardware Installation
Overview
Installation of the ExpandView™involves four quick and easy steps to connect
four or eight monitors to a single computer video output or extend monitors
to distances as much as 200 feet (60.96 meters) from a computer. Simply
power on the attached computer and instantly all of the attached monitors
receive clear and colorful images.
Connecting each monitor to the ExpandView™will be simple if the correct
cables are used. The ExpandView™accepts standard high density DB15
monitor cables for each of the video outputs. For monitors that are at
extended distances, connect a Belkin Premium VGA Extension Cable (Part#
F2N025-XX) in between the monitor’s cable and the ExpandView™.
Connecting the computer is also simple–use a Belkin Premium VGA Extension
Cable with Thumbscrews (Part# F2N025-XX-T) from the high density DB15
female port on the VGA compatible video card to the high density DB15 male
video input port on the ExpandView™.
NOTE: The "-XX" in the part number represents the length in feet
(1 ft. = 0.30m).
F2N025-XX-T
F2N025-XX-T
A3H981-XXX
(Needing an extension cable
less than 15 feet (4.57m))
(Needing an extension cable more
than 15 feet (4.57m) or using high
resolution/high refresh rate)
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Hardware Installation (continued)
Setting Up One ExpandView™
The following Belkin cables may be used to connect a computer to
the ExpandView™:
VGA Compatible Monitor Extension Cable with Thumbscrews,
6 feet (1.8 meters) (Belkin Part# F2N025-06-T)
High Density DB15 Male to High Density DB15 Female straight-through
monitor extension cable with thumbscrews, 6 feet (1.8 meters)
The following Belkin cables may be used to connect monitors to the
ExpandView™or to connect a computer to the ExpandView™:
VGA Compatible Monitor Extension Cable, 6 feet (1.8 meters)
(Belkin Part# F2N025-06)
High Density DB15 Male to High Density DB15 Female
straight-through monitor extension cable, 6 feet (1.8 meters)
VGA Compatible Monitor Extension Cable, 10 feet (3 meters)
(Belkin Part# F2N025-10)
High Density DB15 Male to High Density DB15 Female
straight-through monitor extension cable, 10 feet (3 meters)
VGA Compatible Monitor Extension Cable, 25 feet (7.6 meters)
(Belkin Part# F2N025-25)
High Density DB15 Male to High Density DB15 Female straight-through
monitor extension cable, 25 feet (7.6 meters)
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Cascading Multiple ExpandView™s
The ExpandView™may be cascaded to increase the number of monitors that
images will be displayed on.
•To cascade ExpandViews™, connect the Video In port of one ExpandView™to
the Video Out port of another ExpandView™.
The following Belkin cable may be used to cascade the ExpandView™:
VGA Compatible Monitor Extension Cable with Thumbscrews,
6 feet (1.8 meters) (Belkin Part# F2N025-06-T)
High Density DB15 Male to High Density DB15 Female straight-through
monitor extension cable with Thumbscrews, 6 feet (1.8 meters)
Setting the Gain
The ExpandView™has a slide switch on the bottom of the unit that has two
settings: Lo and Hi.
•Lo (default) - Use the Lo setting when the cables being used to connect
monitors to the ExpandView™are 6 feet - 25 feet (1.8 - 7.6 meters), or when
the ExpandView™is not being cascaded.
•Hi - Use the Hi setting when the cables being used to connect monitors to
the ExpandView™are greater than 25 feet(7.6 meters), or when the
ExpandView™is being cascaded with other ExpandViews™. Only use this
setting if the Lo setting does not produce clear and colorful images.
Hardware Installation (continued)
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Information
FCC Statement
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
We, Belkin Components, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton CA 90220, declare under our
sole responsibility that the product: F1D068/F1D069
to which this declaration relates:
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CE Declaration of Conformity
We, Belkin Components, declare under our sole responsibility that the F1D068/F1D069, to which this declaration relates,
is in conformity with Generic Emissions Standard EN50081-1 and with Generic Immunity Standard EN50082-1 1992.
Belkin Components One Year Product Warranty
Belkin Components warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for one year. If a defect is
discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned during the
warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to the authorized Belkin dealer from whom you purchased the
product. Proof of purchase may be required.
This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, misuse, or misapplication; if the
product has been modified without the written permission of Belkin; or if any Belkin serial number has been
removed or defaced.
THE WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, WHETHER
ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. BELKIN SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
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BELKIN IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
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PROFITS, DOWNTIME, GOODWILL, DAMAGE TO OR REPROGRAMMING, OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM
OR DATA STORED IN OR USED WITH BELKIN PRODUCTS.
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warranties, so the above limitations of exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
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