Gefen EXT-CAT5-1600A User manual

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CAT5-1600A
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CONTENTS
1 Introduction
2 Operation Notes
3 Features
4 Sender Unit Layout
5 Sender Unit Descriptions
6 Receiver Unit Layout
7 Receiver Unit Descriptions
8 Connecting the CAT5-1600A Extender
9 DIP Switch Configuration
12 Network Cable Wiring Diagram
13 Specifications
14 Warranty

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the CAT5-1600A Extender. Your complete
satisfaction is very important to us.
Gefen
Gefen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions
that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies.
Gefen’s reliable, plug-and-play products supplement cross-platform computer
systems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes
with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate.
The Gefen CAT5-1600A Extender
The Gefen CAT5-1600A extends VGA, Audio, and USB up to 330 feet (100 me-
ters) using CAT-5 cables. Display resolutions up to 1920x1200 are supported. A
local monitor can be connected to the Sender unit and up to two monitors can be
connected to the Receiver unit. Four USB connectors on the Receiver unit allow
control of the computer system from a KVM workstation. Mini-stereo connectors
extend analog audio. A power-saving “Green Mode” can be set via DIP switches
on the Sender and Receiver. When activated, both units will go into low-power
Standby Mode when the Sender’s VGAinput signal disappears.
How It Works
Place the Sender unit next to the VGA source. Use the included VGA cable to
connect the source to the Sender unit. Optionally connect a local monitor to the
Sender unit using another VGA cable. Connect up to two monitors to the Re-
ceiver unit with VGA cables. Connect the USB devices to the input and output
connectors. For audio, connect a mini-stereo cable between the audio source
and the audio input on the Sender unit. Connect a mini-stereo cable between the
audio output on the Receiver unit and the audio device. Use two CAT-5 cables to
connect the Sender unit to the Receiver unit.
To power-on the units, connect the locking power supplies and plug them into
available electrical outlets. The computer can now be controlled from the KVM
workstation.

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OPERATION NOTES
READ THESE NOTES BEFORE
OPERATING THE CAT5-1600A EXTENDER
• The CAT5-1600A extends VGA and Audio up to 1000 feet (300 meters).
• CAT-5 cables should not exceed 330 feet (100 meters) when extending
USB.

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FEATURES
Features
• Extends analog video (VGA) and analog audio up to 1000 ft. (300 meters)
over two CAT-5 cables.
• Extends USB 2.0 up to 330 feet (100 meters)
• Supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200
• Supports USB 2.0 at up to 480 Mbps transfer rate
• Reads EDID of both remote and local monitor
• Backward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices
• Green Mode saves power when VGA source is absent
• Supports any Operating System (OS)
• Color, brightness, and focus controls
• Adjustable phase-shift knob for RGB colors
• Locking power supplies
• Rack-mountable
Package Includes
(1) CAT5-1600A Extender - Sender Unit
(1) CAT5-1600A Extender - Receiver Unit
(1) 6 ft. VGA Cable (M-F)
(1) 6 ft. USB Cable (A-B)
(1) 6 ft. Mini-Stereo Cable (3.5 mm)
(2) 5V DC Locking Power Supplies
(1) Quick-Start Guide

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SENDER UNIT LAYOUT
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SENDER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS
1 Power Indicator
This LED will turn RED once the locking power supply has been properly
connected. When the CAT-5 link is established between the Sender and
Receiver units, the LED will be GREEN. When the Sender unit is in Standby
Mode or Power Saving Mode, this LED will be RED. (Power Saving Mode is
covered in detail on page 9).
2 5V DC Locking Power Connector
Connects the included 5V DC Locking Power Supply to this receptacle.
3 VGA Input (HD15 Connector)
Connect the VGAsource to this port.
4 Local Monitor Output (HD15 Connector)
Connect a VGAmonitor to this port.
5 Audio Input Connector (3.5mm Mini-Stereo)
Connect analog audio here via a 3.5 mm audio jack.
6 CAT-5 Video Output Jack (RJ-45 Connector)
Connects the Sender unit to the Receiver Unit using CAT-5 cable. Used to
extend the video signal to the Receiver Unit.
7 USB Input Port (USB type “B”)
Connect a Computer or USB device to this port.
8 Host Indicator
This LED will turn GREEN when the power and all devices are connected to
the Sender unit. The LED will turn RED if a USB device or monitor has been
disconnected from the Sender unit.
9 CAT-5 USB Link Output (RJ-45 Connector)
Connects the Sender unit to the Receiver unit using CAT-5 cable. Used to
extend the USB device from the Sender Unit to the Receiver Unit.

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RECEIVER UNIT LAYOUT
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RECEIVER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
1 RGB Equalization Trim Pots (Trim Potentiometers)
Adjusts the Red, Green, and Blue color components to correct color
convergence / divergence due to varying distances and/or skew variations found
in different brands of CAT-5 cable. Turn the controls to achieve the best color
and picture. See page 11 for details.
Note: When turning the Trim Pots, use a small screwdriver or an electronic
device adjustment tool (available at electronics stores). Use gentle force when
rotating Trim Pot controls. Turn controls in both directions if necessary to get
best results. Never force a control if resistance is encountered. Gefen is not
responsible for inoperable units due to broken trim pot controls.
2 Brightness Trim Pot
Adjusts the brightness of the picture.
3 Focus Trim Pot
Adjusts the focus of the picture.
4 Power Indicator LED
This LED will turn RED once the locking power supply has been properly
connected. When the CAT-5 link is established, the LED will be GREEN. When
the Receiver unit is in Standby Mode or Power Saving Mode, this LED will be
RED. (Power Saving Mode is covered in detail on page 9).
5 5V DC Locking Power Connector (threaded jack on rear left of Receiver)
Connects the included 5V DC Locking Power Supply here. Screw in the locking
power connector with hand force only until it stops turning. Do not overtighten.
6 VGA Outputs (2 x HD15 Connectors)
Connect VGAmonitors to these ports.
7 Audio Output Connector (3.5mm Mini-Stereo)
Connect the audio from this port to an analog audio amplifier.
8 CAT-5 Video Link Input (RJ-45 Connector)
Connects the Sender unit to the Receiver unit using CAT-5 cable. Used to
receive the video signal from the Sender Unit.
9 USB Ports (4 x USB 2.0 type “A”)
Connect the USB devices (keyboard, mouse device, etc.) to these ports. The
CAT5-1600AReceiver functions as a 4-port USB 2.0 Hub.
10 CAT-5 USB Link Input (RJ-45 Connector)
Receives the USB signals from the Sender Unit. Connects to the Receiver unit
via a length of CAT-5 cabling.
11 Host Indicator
This LED will turn GREEN when the power and all devices are connected to
the Sender unit. The LED will turn RED if a USB device or monitor has been
disconnected from the Sender unit.