Gefen EXT-DVI-2CAT6DL User manual

®
Dual-Link DVI
over 2CAT6
Extender
EXT-DVI-2CAT6DL
User Manual

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CONTENTS
1 Introduction
2 Operation Notes
3 Features
4 Sender Panel Layout
5 Sender Panel Descriptions
6 Receiver Panel Layout
7 Receiver Panel Descriptions
8 Connecting the Dual-Link DVI over 2CAT6 Extender
8 Wiring Diagram
9 DIP Switch Configuration
10 Sender Unit
11 Sender Unit
12 Adjusting the Signal Quality
13 RS-232 Serial Control
14 Network Cable Wiring Diagram
15 Firmware Update
16 Specifications
17 Warranty

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Dual-Link DVI over 2CAT6 Extender.
Your complete satisfaction is very important to us.
Gefen
Gefen delivers innovative and 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 Dual-Link DVI over one CAT6 Extender
The Dual-Link DVI over 2CAT6 extends any dual-link DVI source, to a display up
to 200 feet (60 meters) away, at resolutions up to 3840x2400 using two CAT-6
cables. Extending dual-link resolutions over standard DVI cables have a limitation
of 15 feet. Exceeding this distance requires additional repeaters and/or boosters.
The Dual-Link DVI over 2CAT6 Extender provides an easy to install solution,
using CAT-6 cables. This product also extends RS-232 using the same CAT-6
cable, allowing access and control of devices using RS-232.
How It Works
Place the Dual-Link DVI over 2CAT6 Extender Sender unit next to the computer
source. Use the included dual-link DVI cable to connect the computer to the
Sender unit. Connect the Receiver unit to the display with dual-link DVI cable.
Connect an RS-232 serial cable from the RS-232 port on the Sender unit to the
RS-232 control device. Connect the RS-232 port on the Receiver unit to the
RS-232 device. Use two CAT-6 cables, up to 200 feet (60 meters), to connect the
Sender unit to the Receiver unit. Connect the included locking power supplies to
the Sender and Receiver Unit, and then connect both power cables to available
electrical outlets.
INTRODUCTION

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE DUAL-LINK DVI OVER 2CAT6 EXTENDER
• The Dual-Link DVI over 2CAT6 Extender was designed for use with high
quality CAT-6a (augmented) cabling. This unit will either not perform to
specification or refuse to operate completely if cabling other than CAT-6a is
used.
• When field terminating CAT-6a cabling please adhere to the TIA/EIA-568-B
specification shown on page 13.
• The Dual-Link DVI over 2CAT6 has a maximum distance rating based on
the bandwidth (i.e. resolution and color) of the video being transmitted.
When used with high quality CAT-6a cabling, you may expect a maximum
extension range of 200 feet (60 meters) at 3840x2400 or 1080p resolution
up to a 60Hz refresh rate. Lower quality cabling or older standards such as
CAT-5 cables will shorten the maximum achievable extension distance.
• For CAT-5e cables, the maximum distance is 150 feet at 1080p Full HD or
2560 x 1600.
• This product features HDCP pass-through only when using single-link
resolutions.
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OPERATION NOTES

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Features
• Extends dual link DVI and RS-232 up to 200 feet (60 meters) over two
CAT-6a cables
• Supports HD resolutions up to 1080p Full HD
• Supports VESA resolutions up to 2560 x 1600
• EDID Management for Local and Pass-through modes
• Locking Power Supplies
• Rack-mountable
• Compatible with the Gefen Modular General Purpose Racktray
Application
• Computer Extension over CAT-6 up to 2560 x 1600
Package Includes
(1) Dual-Link DVI over 2CAT6 - Sender unit
(1) Dual-Link DVI over 2CAT6 - Receiver unit
(1) 6 ft. Dual-Link DVI Cable (M-M)
(2) 5V DC Power Supply
(1) User Manual
FEATURES

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Front Panel
SENDER UNIT LAYOUT
Back Panel
3
4
5 6
1
2

5
1 Power
This LED indicator will glow bright red once the included 5V DC locking power
supply is properly connected between the unit and an open wall power socket.
2 Link 1
This port is used to connect the sending and receiving units together using a
CAT-6a cable.
3 DVI DL In
This input will accept a dual-link DVI-D (digital only) source for extension.Attach
the cable coming from your DVI source here.
4 Link 2
This port is used to connect the sending and receiving units together using a
CAT-6a cable.
5 RS-232
This port is for future firmware upgrades only.
6 5V DC
Connect the included 5V DC locking power supply to this receptacle.
SENDER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

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Front Panel
RECEIVER UNIT LAYOUT
Back Panel
1 2
4
5
6 7
3

7
1 EQ
The EQ adjustment or Trim Pot is used to equalize the signal to compensate for
the extension distance and the quality/skew variances that are found in different
CAT-6a cabling brands.
2 Power
The LED power indicator will become active once the included 5V DC power
supply is properly connected beten the unit and an open wall power socket.
3 Link 1
This port is used to connect the DVI Extender Sender and Receiver units
together using CAT-6a cable.
4 DVI DL Out
This connector hooks up the Receiver to a DVI-D compliant monitor at the
remote destination.
5 Link 2
This port is used to connect the DVI Extender Sender and Receiver units
together using CAT-6a cable.
6 RS-232
This port is for future firmware upgrades only.
7 5V DC
Connect the included 5V DC power supply between this input and an open wall
power socket.
RECEIVER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS