MuxLab 500041-WP-US User manual

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Specifications
Environment VGA. VESA VP&D 1.0, VIP ver 2.0
Devices CRT/LCD monitors, plasma, laptops, PCs, projectors.
Transmission Transparent to the user
Bandwidth DC to 60 MHz
Input Signals Video: 1.1 Vp-p
H &V sync: TTL standard. 300 kHz max. bandwidth
Insertion Loss Less than 3 dB per pair over the frequency range
Common Mode Rejection
Ratio (CMRR)
15 kHz -60 dB typ.
100 kHz to 10 MHz -40 dB typ.
200 MHz -20 dB typ.
Return Loss -15 dB max from DC to 60 MHz
Connectors DB15 HD Receptacle, RJ45 Shielded
Max. Distance via
Cat 5E/6 UTP/STP Cable
VGA: 640x480 pixels (15 MHz) 450 ft (137 m)
SVGA: 800x600 pixels (30 MHz) 350 ft (107 m)
XGA: 1024x768 pixels (60 MHz) 250 ft (76 m)
SXGA: 1280x1024 pixels (100 MHz) 200 ft (61 m)
WXGA: 1366x768 pixels 180 ft (55 m)
RJ45 Pin Configuration
EIA 568 A or B
Reverse Polarity Sensitive
Pin 1(R) Pin 2(T) Balanced – Red
Pin 4(R) Pin 5(T) Balanced – Green
Pin 7(R) Pin 8(T) Unbalanced – Blue (7 sig, 8 gnd)
Pin 3(R) Pin 6(T) Unbalanced – H & V Sync
Compatibility Not compatible with the VGA Balun (500010, 500011, 500014)
or Active VGA Balun Kit (500035, 500036)
Reset button May be needed when used with certain display devices
Grounding screw Grounding screw for optional use
Cable Cat 5E/6 or better unshielded twisted pair (UTP)
Impedance Input: RGB 75 ohms Output: RGB 100 ohms
Temperature Operating: 0° to 55°C
Storage: -20° to 85°C Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing
Enclosure ABS fire retardant plastic, Color white, Finish glossy.
Dimensions 4.1” (104 mm) x 1.8” (45.7 mm) x 1.44” (36.6 mm). Choose 1.6”
(40 mm) deep back box to allow for Cat 5E/6 wiring connection.
Weight 4.1 oz (115 g)
Compliance FCC, CE, Decora® faceplate.
Warranty Lifetime
Order Information 500041-WP-US – VGA Wall Balun, Monitor Side
(UPC: 6-27699-92041-1)
500043-WP-US – VGA Wall Balun, PC Side
(UPC: 6-27699-92043-5)
VGA Wall Balun
500041-WP-US, 500043-WP-US
Quick Installation Guide
Overview
The VGA Wall Balun eliminates costly and bulky VGA cable, allowing a VGA source to be
connected to a VGA monitor via one 4-pair Cat 5E/6 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable.
Used in pairs, the VGA Wall Balun allows VGA video to be transmitted up to 350 ft (107 m)
via a Cat 5E/6 UTP cable at 800x600 resolution. Each VGA connection requires a VGA Wall
Balun or VGA Balun II at the source (500040, 500043 or 500043-WP-US) and a VGA Wall
Balun or VGA Balun II (500041 or 500042 or 500041-WP-US) at the display.
NOTES: The VGA Wall Balun does not support VGA handshaking and control signals.
Therefore it is necessary to set the monitor attributes prior to installing the VGA Baluns. In
order to do this, first connect the standard VGA cable directly from the PC to the monitor and
then set the monitor attributes to the required settings (i.e., resolution, color, etc.). Also, in
order to achieve optimum results via twisted pair, set the Contrast and Brightness levels to
maximum.
The shield on the RJ45 connector is provided as an option for use in harsh electrical
environments where shielded twisted pair cable (STP) may provide additional noise
immunity. When using STP, ensure that the shield on both sides is grounded.
Installation
1. Connect the 500043-WP-US (or 500040 or 500043) to the VGA output of the PC

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or VGA distribution amplifier. Tighten the mounting screws on each balun.
2. Connect a Cat 5E/6 4-pair cable from the modular RJ45
jack of the 500043 or 500043 to the twisted pair cabling
of the building. Wiring must be straight-through and
according to EIA 568A or 568B as shown in the
following diagram.
1. To install the balun in a single back box, choose a back box
with a depth of 40 mm or more. Connect the RJ45 plug into the
rear of the balun. Secure the balun with the 2 front screws.
2. Place a Decora® faceplate (not included) and secure with the
2 front screws.
3. Connect the 500041-WP-US to the VGA input of the display
using a standard VGA cable.
4. Power on the PC and VGA monitor. Set monitor Contrast and Brightness to the desired
levels. Set the monitor refresh rate to 60 Hz. See typical application below.
5. Due to the fact that some displays are more sensitive than others and may not sync up
correctly, a RESET button is provided on each VGA Wall Balun or VGA Balun II to
allow these displays to re-synchronize. A RESET button is on both the transmit and
receive side baluns for greater convenience and ease of access. If the initial setup yields
an improperly positioned image on the screen, using a pen or small screw driver, press
the RESET button located next to RJ45 jack on one of the baluns and then immediately
press the AUTOSET button located on the display unit. During this time the image will
change hue and gradually return to normal after approximately fifteen (15) seconds.
Note: Some displays do not require the AUTOSET button to be pressed.
6. Set monitor Contrast and Brightness to the desired levels.
Note: In order to avoid accidentally resetting the connection, the Screensaver options
under Windows Display Settings must be set as follows: (a) Choose any screensaver
except “NONE”; and (b) The “Turn Off Monitor” setting must be set to “NEVER”.
7. The VGA Balun features an optional grounding screw (see diagram above) that may be
used to clear up any image anomalies. For example, under some conditions, there may
be a slight difference in hue between the left hand side of screen and the right.
Connecting the ground terminal to earth ground will help clear this up. However, if
there is a ground loop problem in the building, connecting the ground terminal may
negatively affect the image. Therefore the ground screw should only be used if it
improves the overall image quality.
Note: During start-up, there may be a two (2) to three (3) second delay before an image
appears and the initial image may have a yellow hue. This is a normal function of the
product and is required in order to allow the monitor to sync up correctly.
Front view Side view Rear view
Troubleshooting
The following table describes some of the symptoms, probable causes and possible
solutions in respect to the installation of the VGA Balun II:
Symptom Probable Causes Possible Solutions
No continuity in video link Verify cable continuity between baluns.
Power off Check power supplies of VGA equipment.
No video
PC settings Perform diagnostics on your VGA equipment
by following the manufacturer’s instructions.
Image distorted or skewed. Specific display unable to sync
up
Follow RESET procedure in manual to force
display to sync up correctly.
Image not stable Defective link or equipment Verify VGA equipment interface integrity.
Unusual colors Reversed polarity Ensure wiring is straight-through polarity.
Background pattern EMI interference
Identify possible radiating frequency sources
Try to isolate them from the video. Use
shielded twisted pair grounded at both ends.
Smearing Exceeded distance Verify cable grade. Use higher grade cable.
Exceeded distance Verify cable grade. Use higher grade cable if
necessary. Adjust contrast on monitor.
Weak contrast
Unusual link attenuation Verify cable distance using cable tester.
Horizontal bars moving upward
in background Ground loop problem
Assure that PC and Monitor are connected to
the same ground. Disconnect PC or monitor
from the ground.
1 to 2 pixel object random
dislocation
High noise level in the room.
Distance exceeded.
Set another resolution and refresh rate.
Review connectivity.
Slight variance in hue between
left and right display margins Slight background noise Connect ground terminal to earth ground.
Shaking image Possible ground loop problem Disconnect gnd terminal from earth ground.
If you still cannot diagnose the problem, please call MuxLab Customer Technical
Support at 877-689-5228 (toll-free in North America) or ([phone]
(International).