Gefen ex-tend-it DVI-CAT5 User manual

DVI CAT-5
Extender
USER MANUAL
www.gefen.com

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The DVI CAT-5 Extender is a trademark of Gefen Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
DVI CAT-5 Extender Sender Front Panel Descriptions
DVI CAT-5 Extender Receiver Front Panel Descriptions
How To Connect The DVI CAT-5 Extender
Dip Switch Usage Guide
CAT5 Link Cable - Wiring Diagram
Mounting Plate Installation
Specifications
Warranty
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READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THE DVI CAT-5 EXTENDER
• The DVI CAT-5 Extender is housed in a metal box for better RF shielding.
• Your CAT-5 cable should not exceed 150 feet.
• If you don't need DDC data you can use a single CAT-5 cable for the video only. The
DDC will not be connected. An additional 5 VDC power supply will be needed for the
receiver side.
• If the source requires EDID present, you can use the Gefen DVI Detective to provide
EDID information. This will also provide an additional 5v power supply for the receiver
side.
* CAT6 cable is suitable for high resolutions at 50 meters.
OPERATION NOTES

INTRODUCTION
The DVI CAT-5 Extender sender unit sits next to your computer, DVD player or any set-
top box with a DVI output. The cable supplied with the DVI CAT-5 Extender connects your
DVI source to the send unit. The DVI CAT-5 Extender receiver unit sits next to your DVI
display - up to 150 feet away. The display plugs into the back of the DVI CAT-5 Extender
receiver unit. Two CAT-5 cables connect the DVI CAT-5 Extender-S and the DVI CAT-5
Extender-R units to each other.
CONTENTS
The DVI CAT-5 Extender system consists of:
the DVI CAT-5 Extender-S
the DVI CAT-5 Extender-R
One DVI to DVI 6 foot M-M
Two DVI CAT5 Extender Wallmounts
One 5 volt power supply
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DVI CAT-5 EXTENDER SENDER FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
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DVI input connects to
DVI source
Connects to 5 volt
power supply
CAT-5 carries
TMDS signals CAT-5 carries DDC/HDCP signals

DVI CAT-5 EXTENDER RECEIVER FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
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Connects to DVI display
CAT-5 carries
TMDS signals
CAT-5 carries
DDC/HDCP signals
Connects to 5 volt
power supply

Connect your display to the DVI Extender receiver unit.
Connect your source to the DVI Extender sender unit
Connect your CAT-5 cables between the sender and the receiver
Plug the 5V power supply into the DVI CAT-5 Extender sender unit
You should now have picture. If you do not see a picture, try unplugging and re-
plugging the DVI input on the DVI Extender sender unit. Make sure your CAT-5
cables are not crossed. Recycle the power on the unit.
* If problems persist try adjusting the Dip Switches by following the Dip Switch
Usage Guide.
HOW TO CONNECT THE DVI CAT-5 EXTENDER
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DIP SWITCH USAGE GUIDE
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Gefen CAT5 Extenders (sender and receiver) both contain a pair of dip switches
located on the board. These dip switches are used to select from a set of
configurations that will equalize the signal to best match the conditions in your setup.
How to open the DVI CAT5 Extender:
1. Unscrew the four screws underneath the unit.
2. Unscrew the 2 hex nuts beside the DVI connector.
3. Slide the top plate off the base to expose the circuit board.
4. The dip switches are located directly on the circuit board.
Sender Dip Switches
Option No. Switch 1 Position Switch 2 Position Description
1 0 (OFF) 0 (OFF) Medium Boost
(Default)
2 1 (ON) 0 (OFF) Strong Boost
Receiver Dip Switches
Option No. Switch 1 Position Switch 2 Position Description
1 0 (OFF) 0 (OFF) EQ 0
(Default)
2 1 (ON) 0 (OFF) EQ 1
3 0 (OFF) 1 (ON) EQ 2
4 1 (ON) 1 (ON) EQ 3
Adjustment Guidelines:
1) Higher EQ level is used to equalize poor/low quality CAT-5e cables
2) Stronger boost is used to drive signals through longer cables
3) It is an optimal balance of Boost and EQ that will result in the best possible
picture.

CAT5 LINK CABLE - WIRING DIAGRAM
White/Orange
Orange
White/Green
Blue
White/Blue
Green
White/Brown
Brown
RJ-45 Jack RJ-45 Jack
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7 8 1
2 3 4 5
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7 8 1
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