Black Box ACU5051A User manual

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CUSTOMER
SUPPORT
INFORMATION
FEBRUARY 2009
ACU5051A
ACU5052A

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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
Safety information ....................................................................15
Radio Frequency Energy............................................................16
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) statement .......................17
Instrucciones de seguridad ..............................................17
BlackBox subsidiary contact details..........................................19
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Welcome
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the ServSwitch 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.
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.
The Wizard SRX 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 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.
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*Secondary video, RS232 serial and a second link cable are available only with the Wizard SRX Dual VGA 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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BLACK BOX
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LINK
POWER
SHARPNESS
ON
REMOTE
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SRX remote
module
Supplied items
BLACK BOX
SRX
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SRX local
module
Power adapter and
country- specific
power lead (for
remote module)
BLACK BOX
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IN
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SRX Dual VGA
local module
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SRX Dual VGA
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)
Wizard SRX dual VGA variant extender modules The Dual VGA variant package includes all of the above ancillary items plus:
Self adhesive
feet
Wizard SRX standard extender modules
Rack mount
plate for SRX
standard
module
(useable
for the
local or
remote
modules)
Rack mount plate
for SRX dual VGA
module (useable
for the local or
remote modules)

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Optional items
Power adapter and country- specific
power lead for local module (if USB
powering not possible)
Rack mount chassis

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Installation
Connections
Installation of the SRX 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 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.
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 SRX modules offer two main mounting methods:
• Supplied four self-adhesive rubber feet
• Rack mount brackets - see below

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BLACK BOX
LOCAL
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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.
3Optionally connect local speakers
to the audio output connector
on the local module.
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LOCAL
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To local
speakers
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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.
[Dual VGA variant only]
Optionally attach a second
video input from the computer
system to the upper video in
socket on the local module.
Note: The dual VGA
variant has its primary
video, USB and audio
connectors arranged
in a similar manner to
the single unit (shown
above).
LOCAL
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IN
A B
IN
OUT
To secondary video
output port
SRX
TO REMOTE
LINK
POWER
ON
OUT
AB
To secondary
local monitor
[Dual VGA variant only]
Optionally attach a second
video monitor to the upper
video out socket on the
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 from your Black Box stockist.
1 If external power input is necessary, attach the output
SRX
TO REMOTE
LINK
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6 5500
OUT
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.
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).
SRX
TO REMOTE
LINK
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ON
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OUT
AB
[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
LOCAL
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A B
IN
OUT
SRX
TO REMOTE
LINK
POWER
ON
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5500
OUT
LINK
O REMOTE
ON
To computer
serial port
To optional
power supply
Low power
indicator
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 [Dual VGA variant only] Optionally
attach a serial device lead to the
male serial connector on the
remote module.
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REMOTE
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2 Attach the lead from the video
monitor to the video out socket
on the remote module.
[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
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REMOTE
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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.
SRX
TO LOCAL
LINK
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SHARPNESS
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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).
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TO LOCAL
LINK
POWER
SHARPNESS
ON
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SRX
TO LOCAL
LINK
POWER
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[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.
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
SRX
TO LOCAL
LINK
POWER
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5500
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