Ihse 483 Series User manual

Document 483_493_REV04.00_en
Edition: 2022-08-22
USER MANUAL
Draco vario DisplayPort 1.1
Draco vario ultra DisplayPort 1.1
KVM Extender
Serie
s 483/493

Introduction
This manual contains important safety instructions as well as instructions for setting up the product and
operating it.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product. Observe
the general
safety instructions (see chapter
2, page 10) and additional instructions in the respective chapters.
Product Identification
The model and serial number of your products are indicated on the bottom of our products. Always refer to this
information when you need to contact your distributor or the support of IHSE GmbH (see chapter 14, page 78).
Trademarks and Trade Names
All trademark and trade names mentioned in this document are acknowledged to be the property of their respective
owners.
Validity of this Manual
This manual applies to all products of the series named on the cover page. Differences between the various models
are clearly described. Please note the change log for this manual in chapter 18, page 85.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications, functions or circuitry of the series described here
without notice. Information in this manual can be changed, expanded, or deleted without notice. You can find the
current version of the manual in the download area of our website.
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the manufacturer.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
1Important Information ........................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Firmware and Software ............................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 Symbols for Warnings and Helpful Information........................................................................................... 7
1.3 Terms and Spellings.................................................................................................................................... 7
1.4 Intended Use ............................................................................................................................................... 8
1.5 Certificates/Directives.................................................................................................................................. 9
1.5.1 North American Regulatory Compliance ................................................................................... 9
1.5.2 EU Declaration of Conformity .................................................................................................... 9
1.5.3 WEEE ........................................................................................................................................ 9
2Safety instructions ..............................................................................................................................................10
3Consignes de Sécurité........................................................................................................................................ 11
4Description ...........................................................................................................................................................12
4.1 System Overview ......................................................................................................................................12
4.1.1 Modular Draco vario System ................................................................................................... 12
4.1.2 System Structure and Terms ...................................................................................................12
4.1.3 Embedded Signals...................................................................................................................13
4.2 System Compatibility.................................................................................................................................15
4.2.1 Video Compatibility ..................................................................................................................15
4.2.2 Audio Compatibility ..................................................................................................................16
4.2.3 Interconnection Compatibility................................................................................................... 17
4.3 Installation Examples ................................................................................................................................18
4.3.1 Single-Head Installation........................................................................................................... 18
4.3.2 Single-Head Installation with Add-on Module Audio................................................................18
4.3.3 Dual-Head Installation with Add-on Module USB 2.0 .............................................................. 19
4.4 Product Types ...........................................................................................................................................20
4.4.1 Extender Modules Single-Head (Classic Series).....................................................................20
4.4.2 Extender Modules Single-Head (Ultra Series)......................................................................... 20
4.4.3 Extender Modules Dual-Head (Classic Series) .......................................................................21
4.4.4 Extender Modules Dual-Head (Ultra Series) ........................................................................... 22
4.4.5 Supplementary with Extended Function for Extender Modules...............................................23
4.5 Accessories ...............................................................................................................................................23
4.6 Scope of Delivery ...................................................................................................................................... 24
4.7 Product Views Extender Modules Single-Head ........................................................................................25
4.7.1 Extender Module L-/R483-BPHC/-BSHC and L-/R493-BPHC ................................................25
4.7.2 Extender Module L-/R483-BPHCR/-BSHCR and L-/R493-BPHCR ........................................25
4.7.3 Extender Module L-/R483-BPHS/-BSHS/-BPHX and L-/R493-BPHS/-BPHX ........................25
4.7.4 Extender Module L-/R483-BPHSR/-BSHSR/-BPHXR and L-/R493-BPHSR/-BPHXR ........... 26
4.8 Product Views Extender Modules Dual-Head........................................................................................... 27
4.8.1 Extender Module L-/R483-B2HC/-B2SHC and L-/R493-B2HC...............................................27
4.8.2 Extender Module L-/R483-B2HCR/-B2SHCR and L-/R493-B2HCR .......................................27
4.8.3 Extender Module L-/R483-B2HS/-B2SHS/-B2HX and L-/R493-B2HS/-B2HX ........................28
4.8.4 Extender Module L-/R493-B2HSR/-B2SHSR/-B2HXR and L-/R493-B2HSR/-B2HXR ...........28

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4.9 Status Indication of the Extender Modules................................................................................................29
4.9.1 Interconnection Cat X ..............................................................................................................30
4.9.2 Interconnection Fiber 1G and 3G ............................................................................................30
4.9.3 Video and USB HID - Point-to-Point Connection - Single-Head Extender Modules ...............31
4.9.4 Video and USB HID - Point-to-Point Connection - Dual-Head Extender Modules ..................32
4.9.5 Video and USB HID - Matrix Connection - Single-Head Extender Modules ...........................33
4.9.6 Video and USB HID - Matrix Connection - Dual-Head Extender Modules ..............................34
5Access Options....................................................................................................................................................35
5.1 Command Mode ........................................................................................................................................35
5.2 Management Software ..............................................................................................................................37
6Installation ............................................................................................................................................................38
6.1 Setting up the Hardware............................................................................................................................38
7Configuration .......................................................................................................................................................39
7.1 Configuration Options via Mini-USB Service Port .....................................................................................39
7.2 Transmission Parameters .........................................................................................................................40
7.2.1 Transmission Parameters (Classic Series)..............................................................................40
7.2.2 Transmission Parameters (Ultra Series)..................................................................................40
7.3 EDID Settings ............................................................................................................................................40
7.4 USB HID Ghosting ....................................................................................................................................41
7.5 Configuration File ......................................................................................................................................42
7.6 Parameters ................................................................................................................................................43
7.6.1 Parameters for CPU Units .......................................................................................................43
7.6.2 Parameters for CON Units .......................................................................................................44
7.6.3 Parameters for CPU and CON Units .......................................................................................44
7.6.4 Parameters for parallel Operation of redundant CPU Units ....................................................45
8Operation..............................................................................................................................................................46
8.1 Downloading the EDID ..............................................................................................................................46
8.2 Switching between KVM and local Input ...................................................................................................46
8.3 Switching of Video Channels in Dual-Head Mode ....................................................................................47
8.4Switching of two different CPU Units via redundant CON Unit .................................................................47
9Summary of Keyboard Commands....................................................................................................................48
9.1 Command Mode ........................................................................................................................................48
9.1.1 Starting and Exiting the Command Mode ................................................................................48
9.1.2 Changing and Resetting the Hot Key ......................................................................................48
9.2 Managing of EDID and USB HID Ghosting ...............................................................................................49
9.2.1 EDID.........................................................................................................................................49
9.2.2 USB HID Ghosting ...................................................................................................................49
9.3 Switching ...................................................................................................................................................49
9.3.1 Switching of Sources for CON Units with local Input...............................................................49
9.3.2 Switching of Video Channels in Dual-Head Systems ..............................................................49
9.3.3 Switching of two different CPU Units via redundant CON Unit................................................49
10 Overview of Keyboard Commands ....................................................................................................................50
10.1 Keyboard Commands for Configuration....................................................................................................50
10.2 Keyboard Commands for Operation..........................................................................................................50

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11 Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................................51
11.1 Cleaning of Modules.................................................................................................................................. 51
11.2 Replacing or Mounting additional Modules in Chassis .............................................................................51
11.3 Updating the Firmware via Management Software................................................................................... 51
11.3.1 Management Software Requirements ..................................................................................... 51
11.3.2 Connecting to the Extender Module ........................................................................................52
11.4 Updating the Extender Firmware via Management Software ...................................................................52
11.5 Updating the Firmware via Mini-USB Service Port ...................................................................................57
11.5.1 Updating the Firmware of Extender Modules via Copy & Paste .............................................57
11.6 Resetting an Extender Module to the Factory Settings............................................................................. 60
12 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................................61
12.1 General Failures........................................................................................................................................ 61
12.2 Blank Screen ............................................................................................................................................. 61
12.2.1 Troubleshooting with Point-to-Point Connection ..................................................................... 61
12.2.2 Troubleshooting with Matrix Connection ................................................................................. 62
12.3 USB HID .................................................................................................................................................... 64
12.3.1 Troubleshooting with Point-to-Point Connection .....................................................................64
12.3.2 Troubleshooting with Matrix Connection ................................................................................. 65
13 Technical Data .....................................................................................................................................................67
13.1 Interfaces................................................................................................................................................... 67
13.1.1 DisplayPort 1.1......................................................................................................................... 67
13.1.2 Mini DisplayPort 1.1 .................................................................................................................68
13.1.3 USB HID .................................................................................................................................. 68
13.1.4 Mini-USB.................................................................................................................................. 69
13.1.5 RJ45 (Interconnect) .................................................................................................................69
13.1.6 Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect)...........................................................................................69
13.2 Interconnect Cables ..................................................................................................................................69
13.2.1 Cat X ........................................................................................................................................ 69
13.2.2 Fiber ......................................................................................................................................... 70
13.3 Connector Pinouts..................................................................................................................................... 72
13.3.1 DisplayPort - Upstream............................................................................................................ 72
13.3.2 DisplayPort - Downstream ....................................................................................................... 72
13.3.3 Mini-DisplayPort - Upstream....................................................................................................73
13.3.4 Mini-DisplayPort - Downstream ............................................................................................... 73
13.3.5 USB, Type A ............................................................................................................................ 73
13.3.6 USB, Type B ............................................................................................................................ 73
13.3.7 Mini-USB, Type B .................................................................................................................... 74
13.3.8 RJ45 (Interconnect) .................................................................................................................74
13.3.9 Fiber SFP Typ LC (Interconnect).............................................................................................74
13.4 Environmental Conditions and Emissions.................................................................................................75
13.5 Current Draw and Power Consumption ....................................................................................................75
13.5.1 Current Draw and Power Consumption, Series 483................................................................ 75
13.5.2 Current Draw and Power Consumption, Series 493................................................................ 76
13.6 Dimensions................................................................................................................................................76
13.7 Weight ....................................................................................................................................................... 76

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13.8 MTBF.........................................................................................................................................................77
14 Technical Support ...............................................................................................................................................78
14.1 Support Checklist ......................................................................................................................................78
14.2 Shipping Checklist .....................................................................................................................................78
15 Glossary ...............................................................................................................................................................79
16 Index......................................................................................................................................................................81
17 Table of Figures ...................................................................................................................................................84
18 Change Log ..........................................................................................................................................................85

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1 Important Information
1.1 Firmware and Software
The information in this manual refers to the latest extender firmware available at the date of manual release. Please
refer to the change log (see chapter 18, page 85) for user manual updates.
1.2 Symbols for Warnings and Helpful Information
The meaning of the symbols used for warnings and helpful information in this manual is described below:
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE identifies information, if not observed, endangers the functionality of your device or the security of your
data.
This symbol indicates instructions for procedures recommended by the manufacturer for an effective utilization of
the device potential.
This symbol indicates information about special features on the device or when using device and function
variants.
1.3 Terms and Spellings
Uniform terms and spellings are used in this manual for better readability or easier assignment.
The following spellings are used for products and system descriptions:
Term Description
Tera Tool Management software
Source Computer, graphics card (USB, video, audio, data)
Sink Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse, video, audio, data)
CPU Unit Encoder to connect to the source.
CON Unit Decoder to connect at the peripherals.
The following spellings are used for keyboard commands:
Keyboard command Description
key Key on the keyboard
key + key Press keys simultaneously
key, key Press keys successively
2x key Press key quickly, twice in a row (like a mouse double-click)

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The following spelling is used for, e.g., descriptions of editing files or updating firmware:
Keyboard command Description
Config.txt
E.g., file name
#CFG
E.g., file content
The following spellings are used for software descriptions:
Spelling Description
Bold print Description of terms that are used in the management software, e.g., menus and buttons
Bold print > Bold print Management software: selection of a menu item in the menu bar or the toolbar, e.g.,
Extras > Options
Mouse button Description
Left mouse button Primary mouse button* (default in most operating systems)
Right mouse button Secondary mouse button*
* Unless you have customized your mouse settings in the used operating system.
Descriptions containing "click", "mouse click" or "double-click" each means a click with the primary (left) mouse
button. If the right mouse button has to be used, this is explicitly declared in the description.
1.4 Intended Use
Extender modules are used to increase the distance between sources and associated consoles. The signals can be
extended using Cat X cables or fiber optic cables.
Extender modules with Cat X Interface:
Extender modules with Cat X connections are unsuitable for connection between buildings. Use a fiber optic-based
extender module instead.
Extender modules with Fiber Interface:
Extender modules with fiber connections can also be used with applications in environments which are subject to
electromagnetic interference.
NOTICE
Interferences when the immunity limit values are exceeded
If the limit values listed in EN55024 are exceeded, reliable and fault-free functioning of the devices cannot be
guaranteed.
NOTICE
Radio interference in a domestic environment
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to take adequate measures.
Follow the safety and installation instructions given in this manual.
Use connection cables according to the specifications for the length and type given in this manual.

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1.5 Certificates/Directives
1.5.1 North American Regulatory Compliance
The "equipment" referred to in the "North American Regulatory" chapter consists of a fully assembled modular
system and includes the chassis, extender modules and possibly add-on modules along with supplied cables. For
more details about the modular system, please refer to chapter 4.1.1, page 12.
This equipment has been found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission
regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances.
All power supplies are certified to the relevant major international safety standards.
1.5.2 EU Declaration of Conformity
Please find the EU Declaration of Conformity for the device under:
www.ihse.com/eu-declaration-of-conformity
A copy of the original, product-specific EU Declaration of Conformity can be provided upon request. For contact
details, see page 2 of this manual.
1.5.3 WEEE
The manufacturer complies with the EU Directive 2012/19/EU on the prevention of waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE).
The device labels carry a respective marking.

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2 Safety instructions
To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation of your device, please note the following guidelines:
Read this user manual carefully.
Read the manual for the chassis in which the extender modules are installed. The instructions, safety and
warning notes contained therein must also be observed.
Only use the device according to this user manual. Failure to follow the instructions described can result in
personal injury, damage to the device, or endanger the security of your data.
Take any required ESD precautions.
Installation Location
While operating the device can get warm. Damage to the device can occur in a damp environment.
Use the device only in dry, indoor environments.
Use the device only in a room with adequate ventilation.
Place the device at a sufficient distance from the operator.
Connection
Check the device for visible damage before connecting it.
Only connect the device if the device and the ports are not damaged.
Only use cables supplied by the manufacturer or cables that comply with the technical specification, see
chapter 13, page 67.
Only connect the device to KVM devices using the interconnecting cable - not to other devices, particularly not to
telecommunications or network devices.

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3 Consignes de Sécurité
Pour garantir un fonctionnement fiable et sûr de votre périphérique à long terme, veuillez respecter les directives
suivantes :
Lisez attentivement ce manuel d'utilisation.
Lisez le manuel d'utilisation du châssis dans lequel les modules d'extension sont installés. Les instructions, les
consignes de sécurité et les avertissements qu'il contient doivent également être respectés.
N'utilisez le périphérique que conformément à ce manuel d'utilisation. Le non-respect des instructions décrites
peut entraîner des blessures corporelles, endommager le périphérique ou mettre en danger la sécurité de vos
données
Prenez toutes les précautions nécessaires contre les décharges électrostatiques.
Emplacement de l'installation
Pendant le fonctionnement, le périphérique peut chauffer. Le périphérique peut être endommagé dans un
environnement humide.
N'utilisez le périphérique que dans un environnement sec et intérieur.
N'utilisez le périphérique dans un lieu correctement ventilée.
Placez le périphérique à une distance suffisante de l'opérateur.
Connexion
Avant de connecter le périphérique et les unités d'alimentation, vérifiez qu'ils ne présentent pas de dommages
visibles.
Seulement connectez le périphérique que si le périphérique et les ports ne sont pas endommagés.
Seulement utilisez des câbles fournis par le fabricant ou des câbles conformes aux spécifications techniques,
voir chapitre 13, page 67.
Ne connectez le périphérique qu'à des périphériques KVM à l'aide du câble d'interconnexion - pas à d'autres
périphériques, en particulier pas à des périphériques de télécommunications ou de réseau.

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4 Description
4.1 System Overview
4.1.1 Modular Draco vario System
Draco vario chassis allow individual Draco vario series extender modules and add-on modules to be combined in
standalone or rack mounted configuration. The flexible, modular system allows customized integration of devices to
meet specific installation requirements. Chassis are available in sizes to accommodate 2, 4, 6 and 21 individual
modules.
Therefore, please first select a chassis, then select one or more extender module(s), then select one or more add-on
module(s) if required.
The Draco System Designer, available on the IHSE website at https://dsd.ihse.com, will help you with system
configuration.
For more information, please
refer to the manual 474
-BODY.
Described in this manual.
For more information, please
refer to the manual
474-Add-on modules.
4.1.2 System Structure and Terms
A KVM pair consists of 2 KVM extender modules, each with at least one CPU extender module and at least one CON
extender module. The various extender modules are installed respectively in a Draco vario chassis (2-slot, 4-slot, 6-
slot, or 21-slot) on the CPU side (CPU Unit) and console side (CON Unit). With 2-slot, 4-slot and 6-slot chassis add-
on modules are placed above an extender, with 21-slot chassis, add-on modules are placed to the right of an
extender module. An add-on module will not work if it is mounted above an empty slot.
The assignment of the extenders or add-on modules can be recognized by the article number:
•Extender module or add-on module for the CPU Unit: L4XX (L = Local)
•Extender module or add-on module for the CON Unit: R4XX (R = Remote)

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An add-on module can contain up to 2 independent function parts (part A and B), one on the left and one on the right,
see Fig. 1.
Fig. 1 KVM Extender pair with CPU Unit and CON Unit
1 KVM Extender pair
2
Extender module or add-on module (optional)
3
Extender module
4
Part A of the CPU add-on module (optional)
5
Part B of the CPU add-on module (optional)
6
Chassis
7
CPU Unit
8 Interconnect cable
9 CON Unit
10 Part A of the CON add-on module (optional)
11 Part B of the CON add-on module (optional)
12 Chassis
13 Extender module
14 Extender module or add-on module (optional)
4.1.3 Embedded Signals
If optional add-on modules are used, signals such as e.g., audio (analog, serial, digital or symmetrical) or USB 2.0
are transferred to the underlying extender module and embedded as well as transmitted via the link connection to the
CON Unit. The embedded signals are extracted in the CON Unit, transferred to the add-on module above and output
there separately.
Example with optional Add-on Module L- /R474-BAE
Fig. 2 Embedding/de-embedding of signals in a KVM extender pair (example L- /R474-BAE)
1 Source
2
Video signal with embedded audio signal
3
USB HID signal
4
Embedding the audio and USB 2.0 signal
5
Interconnect cable
6
De-embedding the audio and USB 2.0 signal
7
USB HID signal
8 Video signal with embedded audio signal
9 Sink (console with monitor, keyboard, and mouse)
10 Audio signal
11 USB 2.0 signal
12 Audio signal, de-embedded
13 USB 2.0 signal, de-embedded
1
2
3
14
13
6
7
12
9
4
5
10
11
8
5
10
11
4
2
3
1
12
13
6
7
9
8

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Example with optional Add-on Module R474-BDX
To output an audio signal with separate speakers, there is only the optional audio add-on module for the CON Unit
required.
Fig. 3 De-embedding of audio signals in a KVM extender pair (example R474-BDX)
1 Source
2
Video signal with embedded audio
3
USB HID signal
4
Interconnect cable
5
De-embedding digital audio signal
6 USB HID signal
7
Video signal with embedded audio
8
Sink (console with monitor, keyboard, mouse, and
speakers)
9
De-embedded digital audio signal
4
2
3
1
9
5
6
8
7

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4.2 System Compatibility
4.2.1 Video Compatibility
Extender modules are operated with a different firmware and technology and are not completely compatible with
each other. The following table lists video compatibility (X) and non-video compatibility (-) (see footnotes).
R474
R477
R481
R482
R483
R486
R488
R490
R492
R493
R495
SH SH SH SH DH SH DH DH SH SH SH SH DH SH
L474 SH X X X X X X X X X X - - X -
L477 SH X X X X X X X X X X - - X -
L481 SH X X X X X X X X X X - - X -
L482
SH X X X X X X X X X X - - X -
DH X X X X X X X X X X - - X -
L483
SH X X X X X X X X X X - - X -
DH X X X X X X X X X X - - X -
L484 SH X X X X X X X X X X - - X -
L486 DH X X X X X X X X X X - - X -
L488 SH X X X X X X X X X X X
L490 SH - - - - - - - - - X X X X X
L491 SH - - - - - - - - - X X X X X
L492 SH - - - - - - - - - X X X X X
L493
SH - - - - - - - - - X X X X X
DH - - - - - - - - - X X X X X
L494 SH X X X X X
L495* SH - - - - - - - - - X X X X X
1) Compatibility is based on video/USB HID signal only, not on the embedded signals like audio or USB 2.0.
2) Compatible up to the maximum specified resolution of the console.
No image is displayed when a Single Link CON Unit (e.g., R482-B2HC with 1080p monitor) is switched to a
Dual Link CPU Unit (e.g., L482-BDHC with a 4k30 video signal) unless the configuration is set up accordingly.
3) Compatible up to the maximum transmission speed and interface compatibility (see chapter 4.2.2, page 16).
4) If using CPU Unit and CON Unit with different video signals (e.g., a DP 1.1 CON Unit with a HDMI CPU Unit),
transmitting the EDID to the CPU Unit will result in an error.

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4.2.2 Audio Compatibility
The audio compatibility depends on the combination of extender modules and add-on modules, see following figure.
HDMI
1.3: 5.1-Channel LPCM digital audio, embedded/
HDMI
2.0: 2-Channel LPCM digital audio, embedded
DP
1.1: 5.1-Channel LPCM digital audio, embedded/ DP 1.2:
2
-Channel LPCM digital audio, embedded
5.1
-Channel PCM digital audio
Balanced audio
2
-Channel analog audio + RS232 (19.2 kBd)
2
-Channel analog audio + RS422 (115.2 kBd)
2
-Channel analog audio + RS232 (115.2 kBd)
HDMI
1.3: 5.1-Channel LPCM digital audio, embedded/
HDMI
2.0: 2-Channel LPCM digital audio, embedded
Fig. 4 Audio compatibility of extender modules and add-on modules
* Extender modules of HDMI 1.3 series 481/491 and DP 1.1 series 483/493 support 5.1 channel digital audio
whereas extender modules of HDMI 2.0 series 495 and DP 1.2 series 490 only support 2-channels
Requires an audio add-on module on the CPU Unit or the CON Unit
True embedded audio
Connection is representing audio content only
Analog audio add-on modules are not necessarily audio compatible to each other since they use difference protocols.
The following table lists the audio compatibility (X) and non-audio compatibility (-) for analog audio add-on modules:
R474-BAX
RS232 @ 19.2 kBd
R474-BRX
RS232 @ 115 kBd
L474-BAX
RS232 @ 19.2 kBd X -
L474-BRX
RS232 @ 115 kBd - X
L474-BSX
RS422 @ 115 kBd - X
CPU
CON
Analog
Audio
RS422
Analog
Audio
RS232
SDI SDI
Analog
Audio
RS232
Analog
Audio
RS422

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4.2.3 Interconnection Compatibility
Extender modules are available in the following connection versions. The type of interconnection of extenders can be
recognized by the article number:
•Interconnection (1.25 Gbit/s = "1G") via Cat X cable ("C")
•Interconnection (1.25 Gbit/s = "1G") via single-mode fiber cable ("S")
•High speed interconnection (3.125 Gbit/s = 3G) via single-mode fiber cable ("X")
Fiber devices can be used with Multi-mode and Single-mode cables (see chapter 13.2.2, page 70).
Point-to-point Interconnection between Extender Modules
Cat X 1G Fiber 1G Fiber 3G
Cat X 1G Compatible Not compatible Not compatible
Fiber 1G Not compatible Compatible Not compatible
Fiber 3G
Not compatible Not compatible Compatible
Interconnection of Extender Modules via Matrix or Cross-Repeater 485-BX/485-BXX
Cat X 1G Fiber 1G Fiber 3G
Cat X 1G Compatible Compatible Not compatible
Fiber 1G Compatible Compatible Not compatible
Fiber 3G Not compatible Not compatible Compatible
Interconnection of Extender Modules via Draco tera Matrix with Bridge Card
Cat X 1G CON Unit Fiber 1G CON Unit Fiber 3G CON Unit
Cat X 1G CPU Unit Compatible Compatible Compatible
Fiber 1G CPU Unit Compatible Compatible Compatible
Fiber 3G CPU Unit Not compatible Not compatible Compatible
A special card (bridge card) is available to be used with the matrix Draco tera enterprise and Draco tera flex to
connect up to 8 CPU Units with 1G transmission speed (Cat X or fiber version). The transmission speed will be
increased within the bridge card from 1G to 3G. The signals are transmitted to the backplane of the matrix and can
be output to up to 8 CON Units, connected to the matrix.
This function is only available in one direction.
1G CPU Unit - Draco tera enterprise and Draco tera flex with bridge card - 3G CON Unit

Description Draco vario DisplayPort 1.1
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4.3 Installation Examples
This section illustrates typical installations of KVM extender modules.
The CPU Unit is connected directly to the source using the supplied cables. The CON Unit is connected to the
console. The CPU Unit and the CON Unit communicate with each other through the interconnect cable(s).
4.3.1 Single-Head Installation
Fig. 5 Installation example (Single-Head)
1 Source
2
CPU Unit
3
Interconnect cable
4 CON Unit
5
Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)
4.3.2 Single-Head Installation with Add-on Module Audio
Fig. 6 Installation example (Single-Head with add-on module audio)
1 Source
2
CPU Unit
3
Interconnect cable
4
CON Unit
5 Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)
6
Audio sink (optional, only with devices with add-on
module analog audio/Serial option, digital audio, or
balanced analog audio

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4.3.3 Dual-Head Installation with Add-on Module USB 2.0
Fig. 7 Installation example (Dual-Head with add-on module USB 2.0)
1 Source
2
CPU Unit
3
Interconnect cable
4 Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)
5 Second monitor (optional, only with Dual-Head
extender modules)
6 USB 2.0 devices (optional, only with add-
on modules
USB 2.0)

Description Draco vario DisplayPort 1.1
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4.4 Product Types
4.4.1 Extender Modules Single-Head (Classic Series)
Product type Interconnection DisplayPort resolution/frame rate USB Type A
L483-BPHC 1x
1G Cat X 1x up to 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz 2x USB HID
R483-BPHC
L483-BPHCR 2x
R483-BPHCR
L483-BPHS 1x
1G Single-mode fiber 1x up to 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz 2x USB HID
R483-BPHS
L483-BPHSR 2x
R483-BPHSR
L483-BPHX 1x
3G Single-mode fiber 1x up to 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz 2x USB HID
R483-BPHX
L483-BPHXR 2x
R483-BPHXR
L483-BSHC 1x
1G Cat X 1x up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz 2x USB HID
R483-BSHC
L483-BSHCR 2x
R483-BSHCR
L483-BSHS 1x
1G Single-Mode-
Glasfaser 1x up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz 2x USB HID
R483-BSHS
L483-BSHSR 2x
R483-BSHSR
4.4.2 Extender Modules Single-Head (Ultra Series)
Product type
Interconnection
DisplayPort resolution/frame rate
USB Type A
L493-BPHC 1x
1G Cat X 1x up to 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz 2x USB HID
R493-BPHC
L493-BPHCR 2x
R493-BPHCR
L493-BPHS 1x
1G Single-mode fiber 1x up to 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz 2x USB HID
R493-BPHS
L493-BPHSR 2x
R493-BPHSR
L493-BPHX 1x
3G Single-mode fiber 1x up to 4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz 2x USB HID
R493-BPHX
L493-BPHXR 2x
R493-BPHXR