Extreme USB VU5100 DVI + USB 2.0 User manual

VU5100 DVI + USB 2.0 Extender
DVI and USB 2.0 100m Cat 5e KVM Extender System
User Guide

Thank you for purchasing the VU5100 KVM Extender.
Please read this guide thoroughly.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning
This device complies with FCC Part 15 Subpart B.
CE Statement
The product meets European Standard EMC EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000, and EN 55024.
IC Statement
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
Document #90-01155-A01

Contents
Introduction...................................................................................................................... 4
Product Contents...........................................................................................................................................................................4
Requirements..................................................................................................................................................................................4
About the VU5100 KVM Extender............................................................................................................................................4
Compatibility and Recommended Setup ............................................................................................................................5
Local Extender Description and Markings ...........................................................................................................................6
Remote Extender Description and Markings......................................................................................................................7
Installation Guide ............................................................................................................. 8
Installing the Local Extender Unit............................................................................................................................................8
Installing the Remote Extender Unit......................................................................................................................................8
Connecting Power to the Local Extender and Remote Extender ................................................................................9
Checking the Installation............................................................................................................................................................9
Connecting a USB Device.........................................................................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................. 10
Specifications.................................................................................................................. 13
Contacting Technical Support ....................................................................................... 14
Technical Glossary..........................................................................................................15

Introduction
The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity
with cabling requirements, and some understanding of USB devices.
NOTE provide additional information that could be useful.
CAUTIONS provide important information about an operational requirement.
Product Contents
Packaged with:
• Local Extender
• Remote Extender
• (2) 5V DC power adapter
• USB Cable
• DVI Cable
• Quick Start Guide and Warranty Information
The product requires two power adapters, one for the local extender and one for the remote extender.
Requirements
To complete the installation, you will require the following items that are not included with the product:
• A computer that is USB compatible (with USB compliant operating system) and has a DVI-D/DVI-I
output
• USB 1.1 or 2.0 compatible device(s)
• A minimum Cat 5e Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable with two Cat 5e RJ45 connectors (if using surface
cabling),
OR
• A minimum of Cat 5e cabling with two information outlets and two Cat 5e patch cords with Cat 5e
RJ45 connectors (if using premise cabling)
While Cat 5e STP is the minimum category of twisted pair cabling, for the best experience, and to
minimize interference and cross-talk, Cat 6 STP or better is strongly recommended. When using
Cat 5e cabling, the layout and quality of your cable runs and connections becomes extremely
important. Please refer to the Cabling section on page 5 for more detailed information.
About the VU5100 KVM Extender
The VU5100 KVM Extender system incorporates ExtremeUSB® and HD Video technology, which enables
users to extend both DVI and USB 2.0 up to 100 meters (330 feet). The following ExtremeUSB features are
included:
• True Plug and play. No installation of software drivers required.
• Supports all major operating systems: Windows®, Mac OS X®, and Linux®
• Reliable operation with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices and hubs
• Patented USB extension technology
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Compatibility and Recommended Setup
The product is compatible with many graphics cards, Operating Systems, and monitors supporting up to a
1900 x 1200 resolution. However, there is no guarantee that all devices will be compatible with the product
as there are a number of different factors that may impact the operation of this KVM Extender.
This product supports both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices.These devices include: keyboards, mice, flash drives,
microphones, speakers, printers, and USB 1.1 web cameras. If uncertain whether your USB 2.0 device(s) can
be supported, please contact Technical Support.
DVI Cables
Ensure high quality, undamaged DVI cables are used with this product. Low quality or damaged cables may impact
product performance and/or result in damage to units.
Cabling
Solid core Category 6 STP cable with Category 6 RJ45 connectors is recommended for best
performance. Using Cat 5e or unshielded Cat 6 cabling may leave your signal more susceptible to
interference and noise which may result in poor video performance or reduced extension distance.
Cable Type Maximum Distance
Uncoiled Coiled
Notes
Solid Core Cat 5e UTP 100m (330 ft) 70m (229 ft) High susceptibility to electrical interference
Solid Core Cat 5e STP 100m (330 ft) 80m (262 ft) Moderate susceptibility to electrical interference
Solid Core Cat 6 UTP 100m (330 ft) 100m (330 ft) High susceptibility to electrical interference
Solid Core Cat 6 STP 100m (330 ft) 100m (330 ft) Recommended
Solid Core Cat 7 STP 100m (330 ft) 100m (330 ft) Recommended
Host Operating Systems
• Windows®
• Mac OS X®
• Linux®
USB Peripherals
• Keyboards&Mice • Printers
• MassStorageDevices • Speakers
• USB1.1WebCameras • Microphones
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Local Extender Description and Markings
The local extender connects to the computer using the supplied DVI and USB cable.
It’s important to use the DVI cable supplied with the product when connecting the local extender to the
host computer to ensure proper operation.
ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION
1 Power LED (Green) Green Light: The system is powered and ready to use.
No Light: The system does not have power.
2 Link LED (Green)
Green Light: The local and remote extenders are able to communicate with
each other across the link.
No Light: There is no communication between the local and remote
extenders.
3 USB LED (Green)
Green Light: The local extender and the host computer are communicating
with each other and working.
Blinking Green Light: The host has suspended communication with the
local extender.
No Light: The host and the local extender are not communicating or not
connected.
4 Video LED (Green)
Solid Green Light: HDCP (digital rights management) content is being
transmitted.
Blinking Green Light: Video (non-HDCP) content is being transmitted.
No Light: There is no video being transmitted.
5 Config Reserved.
6 Link Port (RJ45) Accepts RJ45 connector for Cat 5e cabling (or better).
7 DVI-D In Accepts DVI-D connector for video input from the host computer.
8 Device Port (USB Type B) Used to connect the LEX unit to the host computer.
9 Power Port Connects to the 5V, 3A power adapter.
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Front View
Rear View
Power
Link
USB
Video
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DVI-D In 5V DCLink
Config
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Remote Extender Description and Markings
The remote extender provides DVI output to a monitor and three USB Type A ports for standard USB devices.
Additional devices may be connected by attaching USB hubs.
ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION
1 Power LED (Green) Green Light: The system is powered and ready to use.
No Light: The system does not have power.
2 Link LED (Green) Green Light: The local and remote extenders are able to communicate with
each other across the link.
No Light: There is no communication between the local and remote
extenders.
3 USB LED (Green) Green Light: The local extender and the host computer are communicating
with each other and working.
Blinking Green Light: The host has suspended communication with the
local extender.
No Light: The host and the local extender are not communicating or not
connected.
4 Video LED (Green) Solid Green Light: HDCP (digital rights management) content is being
transmitted.
Blinking Green Light: Video (non-HDCP) content is being transmitted.
No Light: There is no video being transmitted.
5 Config Reserved.
6 Link Port (RJ45) Accepts RJ45 connector for Cat 5e cabling (or better).
7 DVI-D Out Accepts DVI-D connector to the remote monitor.
8 Device Port (USB Type A) Accepts USB device(s).
9 Power Port Connects to the 5V, 3A power adapter.
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Front View
Rear View

Installation Guide
Before you can install the product, you need to prepare your site:
DVI & USB
up to 100m Cat 5e
Remote Extender
Local Extender
PC (source)
Monitor (sink)
1. Determine where the computer is to be located and set up the computer.
2. Determine where you want to locate the remote desktop including the monitor, keyboard, mouse
and any other USB device(s).
3. If you are using surface cabling, the product supports a maximum distance of 100m (330 ft).
OR
If you are using premise cabling, ensure Cat 5e cabling is installed between the two locations,with
Cat 5e information outlets located near both the computer and the USB device(s), and the total
length, including patch cords is no more than 100m.
Installing the Local Extender Unit
1. Place the local extender unit near the computer.
2. Install the supplied USB cable to the USB port on the local extender, and an available USB 2.0/1.1 Type
A Port on the computer.
3. Install the supplied DVI cable to the local extender (DVI-D In), and an available DVI Port on the
computer.
Installing the Remote Extender Unit
1. Place the remote extender unit near the monitor and USB device(s) in the desired remote location.
2. Connect the remote extender DVI-D Out to the monitor with a high quality DVI cable.
3. Plug in your USB device(s) into the USB ports on the remote extender.
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Connecting the Local Extender to the Remote Extender
While Cat 5e cabling may be used, to ensure proper operation,it is recommended that solid core Cat 6 STP (or Cat 7
STP) cabling be used to connect the local extender to the remote extender.The cabling must have a straight-through
conductor configuration with no crossovers and must be terminated with Cat 6 connectors to qualify as Cat 6.
With Surface Cabling
1. Plug one end of the Cat 5e (or better) cabling (not included) into the Link port (RJ45) on the local
extender.
2. Plug the other end of the Cat 5e cabling into the Link port (RJ45) on the remote extender.
With Premise Cabling
1. Plug one end of a Cat 5e patch cord (not included) into the Link port (RJ45) on the local extender.
2. Plug the other end of the patch cord into the Cat 5e information outlet near the host computer.
3. Plug one end of the second Cat 5e patch cord (not included) into the Link port (RJ45) on the remote
extender.
4. Plug the other end of the second patch cord into the Cat 5e information outlet near the USB device(s).
Connecting Power to the Local and Remote Extenders
1. Plug the 5V, 3A power adapter into a suitable AC outlet near the local extender.
2. Connect the power adapter to the local extender.
3. Plug the 5V, 3A power adapter into a suitable AC outlet near the remote extender.
4. Connect the power adapter to the remote extender.
Use only the power adapters supplied with the product. Use of substitute adapters may cause permanent damage to
the system and will void the warranty.
Checking the Installation
1. On the local and remote extender units, check that the Power, Link, USB, and Video LEDs are on. If the
Link LED is off, then the cabling between the local and remote extenders is not installed properly or is
defective.
2. Check to see if the USB LED is on and the Video LED is blinking or on; if they are not this indicates there
is no USB data or video data. Check the DVI and USB connections to the host computer, and the DVI
connection to the monitor. Check to see if any USB devices are connected to the remote extender.
3. If the product is not displaying video or your USB device fails to be detected by your operating
system, please consult the Troubleshooting Guide.
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Connecting a USB Device
1. Install any software required to operate the USB device(s). Refer to the documentation for the USB
device(s), as required.
2. Connect the USB device to the device port on the remote extender.
3. Check that the device is detected and installed properly in the operating system.
Troubleshooting Guide
The following table provides troubleshooting tips.The topics are arranged in the order in which they should
be executed, in most situations.If you are unable to resolve the problem after following these instructions,
please contact Technical Support for further assistance.
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
All LEDs on local
extender are off.
• The local extender is not
receiving power from the power
adapter.
1. Ensure that the power adapter is properly
connected to the local extender.
2.Check that the power adapter is connected to a
live source of electrical power.
All LEDs on
remote extender
are off.
• The remote extender is not
receiving power from the power
adapter.
3. Ensure that the power adapter is properly
connected to the remote extender.
4. Check that the power adapter is connected to a
live source of electrical power.
Link LEDs on
local extender
and remote
extender are off.
• There is no connection between
the local and remote extenders.
1. Ensure a Cat 5e cable is connected between the
local and remote extenders. Ensure Cat 5e STP or
better cabling with conductor RJ45 connectors is
used.
2.Connect a short Cat 5e patch cord between the
local and remote extenders to determine if the
original Cat 5e cable is defective.
3. Ensure the Cat 5e cable is as straight as possible
(i.e. not coiled).
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