Minicom CAT5 VGA/DATA Transmitter User manual

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5UM40088 V1.2 12/03
CAT5 VGA/DATA Transmitter
Installation Guide

CAT5 VGA/DATA TRANSMITTER
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1. Introduction
The CAT5 VGA/DATA Transmitter (VDT) from Minicom transmits high-resolution
computer video (VGA) and RS232 signals along a shielded CAT5 cable. (The RS232
signals are Transmit and Receive only).
This Installation Guide illustrates the VDT and explains how to install it.
2. Features
• Transmits along the shielded CAT5 cable up to a distance of 110m
• Controls a projector/plasma screen or any RS232 device connected to the
Remote unit
• Extends your VGA screen up to 110m
• Built-in cables
• Local screen connects to the Local unit
• 2 LEDs on each unit. One indicates the power supply is connected, the other
indicates that a transmission is in progress
3. Connecting the VDT system
The figure on page 2 illustrates the Local and Remote VDT unit connections.
Also connect a Power adapter to each unit (not illustrated).
Once connected the VDT system is ready to transmit VGA and RS232 signals.
4. DB9 pin connection
• Pin 2 - Transmit
• Pin 3 - Receive
• Pin 5 - Ground
5. Picture adjuster
Use a screwdriver to turn the picture adjuster on the Remote unit, to get a clear
projected image.

INSTALLATION GUIDE
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SD
P110
To Video card
To RS232 port
CAT5 VDT
CAT5 VDTCAT5 VDT
CAT5 VDT
Local unit
Local unitLocal unit
Local unit
CAT5 VDT
CAT5 VDTCAT5 VDT
CAT5 VDT
Remote unit
Remote unitRemote unit
Remote unit
To RS232 port
To VGA port
Picture
adjuster
To Screen port
Shielded
CAT5 cable
To System port
To System port

CAT5 VGA/DATA TRANSMITTER
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6. Technical specifications
System
Resolution Up to 1280 x 1024 @ 85Hz. (Depending on
cable length)
Input/Output Video
Signals
Analog signal red, green, blue 0.7v p-p 75
Ohm
Sync TTL compatible
Horizontal/Vertical Sync
Polarity Positive/Negative
System cable Shielded CAT5 FTP cable
Maximum distance 110m/360ft
RS232 connection Bi-directional Transmit/Receive only
Shipping weight 880g / 1.94lb
Warranty 3 years
Operating temperature 0º to 40ºC / 32º to 104ºF
Storage temperature - 40º to 70ºC / -40º to 158ºF
Local unit
Cables / connectors VGA – HDD15
RS232 – DB9
Local Screen – HDD15
System Out – RJ45
Dimensions 63 x 77.5 x 23 mm /
3.07 x 2.48 x 0.91"
Weight 175g / 0.39lb
Power supply 6VDC, 2A, from AC/DC adapter
Remote unit
Connectors VGA Out – HDD15
RS232 – DB9
System In – RJ45
Dimensions 63 x 77.5 x 23 mm /
3.07 x 2.48 x 0.91"
Weight 155g / 0.34lb
Power supply 6VDC, 2A, from AC/DC adapter