Gefen 2X1 DVI KVM SWITCHER User manual

2x1 DVI DL
Switcher
USER MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Features
Panel Desciptions
Connecting and Operating the DL Switcher
Operation Notes
RMT2-IR Installation
IR Extender Installation
Specifications
Warranty
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Gefen 2x1 DVI DL Switcher. Your complete
satisfaction is very important to us.
Gefen’s line of KVM (Keyboard Video & Mouse), DVI, ADC, USB, switches, extenders,
converters and hubs is designed to make computer use more comfortable, more pro-
ductive and less expensive. KVM switches allow access to multiple computers from a
single keyboard, while the extenders give the user control over a computer up to 330
feet away from the work area.
Gefen products offer solutions for noise, space and security concerns, data center con-
trol, information distribution, conference room presentation, and school and corporate
training environments.
Our Commitment
Gefen will always offer the finest quality product at the best possible price. Included in
that price is a lifetime of free support from a team of outstanding engineers.
Now you can switch easily and reliably between any combination of two dual link DVI
& USB 2.0 equipped computers (PC or Mac) - using only one keyboard, display and
mouse. The DL cross platform switcher saves space - there’s no need to work on a desk
crowded with double displays, keyboards and mouse devices. It saves time - there’s no
need to move from one monitor to another to access different computers.And, it saves
money - there’s no need to purchase additional displays, mouse devices, keyboards etc.
INTRODUCTION
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FEATURES
Features
• Saves money on hardware costs
• Saves space on your desktop
• Save time and increase your productivity
• Maintains highest 3840 x 2400 x 60Hz resolution video
• No loss of quality
• Use either PC or Mac with USB keyboard/mouse
• Switches easily between any two dual link DVI computers
• Switch between two dual link DVI, USB 2.0 and Audio Sources
• IR Remote control
• Rackmountable
Includes:
2x1 DVI DL Switcher
One 5v Power Supply
One RMT2-IR Remote Control
Two 6ft Dual Link DVI cables
Two 6ft USB cables
Two Audio cables
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
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Power Indicator Infrared
Eyes Selecter
Indicates which
input is selected
Audio In 1 Audio In 2 Audio Out
Contact Closure Interface
- Connects to optional wired
RMT-2 remote control
5VDC Input DVI In 1 DVI In 2
DVI Out USB
Output
USB In 1
USB In 2
Equalizations
Knobs

Connecting and Operating the 2x1 DVI DL Switcher
How to Connect the DL Switcher to your devices
1- Connect the supplied cables from your first computer into the DVI In 1, USB In 1,
and Audio In 1 connection in the back of the DVI Switcher.
2- Connect the supplied cables from your second computer into the DVI In 2, USB In 2,
and Audio In 2 connection in the back of the DVI Switcher.
3- Connect the monitor to the DVI Out connection.
4- Connect your USB devices (e.g. keyboard, mouse) into the USB Out.
5- Connect your speakers to the Audio Out.
6- Plug the 5VDC power supply into the DL Switcher.
How to Operate the DL Switcher
1- Use the front panel push button to switch between sources.
2- Use the RMT2-IR remote control port to remotely toggle between sources.
3- Use the optional RMT-2 wired remote control to remotely toggle between sources.
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2x1 DVI DL Operation Notes
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Internal
Equalization
Knob
Operation Notes
When turning on or rebooting your computers, the DVI DL Switcher must be
selected to the computer that is booting until the computer completes the boot
cycle. This step can be eliminated using the Gefen DVI Detective.
If you loose your picture when switch from source 1 to source 2 or viasaversa
you will need a DVI Detective.
The external equalization knobs can be used to balance out signal noise result-
ing from long cables for better picture quality.
*For the Dell 30" Display the internal and external equalization knobs will both
need to be adjusted to get a clean video signal. The internal EQ can be reached
by removing 9 screws situated on the sides of the casing and the 6 hex nuts on
the DVI connectors.

RMT2-IR Installation
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1. Remove battery cover from the back of the RMT2-IR remote.
2. Verify that dip switches 1 & 2 are in the down (OFF) position.
3. Insert the battery, hold the battery so that you can see the positive side facing up. The
side that is not marked must be facing down.
4. Test the RMT2-IR remote by pressing ONLY one button at a time. The indicator light
on the remote will flash once each time you press a button. WARNING: Do not press
multiple buttons simultaneously and do NOT press buttons rapidly. These actions will
cause the remote to reset and steps 1-4 will have to be repeated.
Note: The RMT2-IR ships with two batteries. One battery is required for operation, the
second battery is complimentary.
Optional RMT-2 wired remote control

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IR Extender Installation
How to Connect the IR Extender
1Open the unit and move the jumper labeled INFRARED (pictured* as "Step 1"
below) from Local to Remote
2In the bank of switches labeled SERVICE SWITCH (pictured* as "Step 2" below), flip
Service Switch #1 (top most switch) to the ON position
3 Reassemble the unit.
4Plug the IR extender into the Remote port on the front of the Switcher Unit
*Note: Picture depicts upper right corner
of the unit with the power light facing up.