NTI ST-C5KVM-600 User manual

Man014 Rev. 8/2/07
EXTENDERS
Installation and Operation Manual
XTENDEX®Series
ST-C5VA-600
Video and Audio
Extender
ST-C5SV-600
S-Video Extender
ST-C5SVA-600
S-Video and
Audio Extender
ST-C5KVMA-600
PS/2 KVM and Audio
E
xtender
ST-C5V-600
Video Extender
ST-C5VRS-600
Video and RS232
Extender
ST-C5KVM-600
PS/2 KVM Extender
ST-C5KVMRS-600
PS/2 KVM and RS232
Extender
ST-C5SV-600
S-Video Extender
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TRADEMARK
XTENDEX is a registered trademark of Network Technologies Inc in the U.S. and other countries.
COPYRIGHT
Copyright © 2003-2007 by Network Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored
in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without the prior written consent of Network Technologies Inc, 1275 Danner Drive, Aurora, Ohio 44202.
CHANGES
The material in this guide is for information only and is subject to change without notice. Network Technologies Inc reserves the
right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.
Note: Shielded CAT 5,5e, or 6 cable must be used to connect to LOCAL and REMOTE units in order to meet CE emission
and immunity requirements.
Note: CAT5 connection cable used between NTI XTENDEX Series Local and Remote or any XTENDEX Series products
should not be run underground, outdoors or between buildings.
WARNING: Outdoor or underground runs of CAT5 cable could be dangerous and will void the warranty.
CE Statement
We, Network Technologies Inc, declare under our sole responsibility that the ST-C5KVM-600, STC5KVMRS-600, STC5VMA-600,
ST-C5V-600, STC5VRS-600, ST-C5VA-600, ST-C5SV-600, and ST-C5SVA-600 is in conformity with European Standard
EN55022.
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that might cause undesired operation.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. This equipment has been tested and 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.
Warning: 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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................1
Materials..........................................................................................................................................................................2
Features and Functions...................................................................................................................................................3
Limitations .......................................................................................................................................................................5
Preparation for Installation ..............................................................................................................................................5
Installation .......................................................................................................................................................................6
Installing The Local Unit (models with VGA video connectors)..................................................................................6
Installing The Local Unit (models with S-Video connectors)......................................................................................8
Connect The CAT5 Cable............................................................................................................................................9
Installing The Remote Unit (models with VGA video connectors).............................................................................10
Installing The Remote Unit (models with S-Video connectors).................................................................................11
Connect the CAT5 cable............................................................................................................................................12
Plug-in and Boot Up...................................................................................................................................................12
Video Quality.................................................................................................................................................................13
Technical Specifications................................................................................................................................................14
Interconnection Cable Wiring Method...........................................................................................................................15
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................................15
Warranty Information.....................................................................................................................................................16
TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1- Connect the Local Unit with VGA video and RS232 support to the CPU............................................................................6
Figure 2- Connect the Local Unit with Audio support to the CPU ......................................................................................................7
Figure 3- Connect the local user to the XTENDEX Local Unit...........................................................................................................7
Figure 4- Connect stereo speakers to XTENDEX Local Unit with audio support...............................................................................8
Figure 5- Connect the S-Video Local Unit to the s-video/audio source..............................................................................................8
Figure 6- Connect S-Video display and speakers to Local Unit with s-video support ........................................................................9
Figure 7- Connect CAT5 cable to Local Unit......................................................................................................................................9
Figure 8- Connect the Extended Components to the Remote Unit..................................................................................................10
Figure 9- Connect speakers to the Remote Unit..............................................................................................................................11
Figure 10- Connect components to an S-Video Remote Unit..........................................................................................................11
Figure 11- Connect the CAT5 cable to the Remote Unit..................................................................................................................12
Figure 12- Connect the AC adapter to the Remote Unit ..................................................................................................................12
Figure 13- Buttons for video quality adjustment...............................................................................................................................13
Figure 14- View looking into RJ45 female........................................................................................................................................15

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INTRODUCTION
The XTENDEX Series CAT5 Extender (XTENDEX) is designed to enable one CPU to be controlled by two users, one local and
one remote. The remote user can be located as much as 600 feet away from a PS/2 CPU via Category 5 unshielded twisted-
pair cable. The local user will be located near the CPU.
The XTENDEX Series Extender is extremely simple to install and has been thoroughly tested to insure reliable performance.
Through the use of Category 5 cable it is possible to economically increase the flexibility of a computer system. Here are some of
the features and ways this can benefit any workplace:
•Allows the placement of computer peripherals (monitor, keyboard, and mouse) in a location where
only these parts are needed without having the CPU there too, taking up valuable space
•Allows a PS/2 CPU to be accessed by both a local and remote user (up to 600 feet away)
•Compatible with XGA, VGA, and SVGA systems
•Provides crisp and clear resolution up to 1024 x 768 @ 600 feet (see page 8 for more details)
•Compatible with all NTI switches and splitters, enabling the joining of products to create a system that
satisfies all networking needs
•Video quality adjustment, for varying lengths of cable, is automatic (most models, see below and
page 13) providing optimum image quality
•Audio frequency response is 20Hz to 20Khz, + 1Db (models with audio support only)
•Digital transmission of audio signals reduces any loss in quality (models with audio support only)
This manual covers each of the XTENDEX Series CAT5-600 Extender models offered. Some features described in this manual
are available in some models and not in others. The chart below shows the features supported in each:
Model Video Keyboard Mouse
Support Audio Support RS232 Support Video Quality Adjustment
ST-C5KVM-600 VGA Yes No No Automatic
ST-C5KVMA-600 VGA Yes Yes No Automatic
ST-C5KVMRS-600 VGA Yes No Yes Automatic
ST-C5V-600 VGA No No No Manual
ST-C5VA-600 VGA No Yes No Automatic
ST-C5VRS-600 VGA No No Yes Automatic
ST-C5SV-600 S-Video No No No Manual
ST-C5SVA-600 S-Video No Yes (RCA) No Automatic
ST-C5KVMRS-600-SC5 VGA Yes No Yes Manual

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MATERIALS
Materials Included with this kit:
9NTI XTENDEX Local Unit
9NTI XTENDEX Remote Unit
92- 120VAC or 240VAC at 50 or 60Hz-9VDC/1.0A AC Adapters
9CD with a pdf file of this owner's manual
Additional materials may need to be ordered, depending upon the configuration:
¾CAT5/5e/6 unshielded twisted-pair cable(s) terminated with RJ45 connectors wired straight thru- pin 1 to pin 1, etc. (see pg.
8 for proper EIA/TIA 568 B wiring method)
Note: Shielded CAT 5,5e, or 6 cable must be used to connect to LOCAL and REMOTE units in order to meet CE emission
requirements.
¾Cable(s) needed if Local Unit will be located further than 15" from the CPU
Model Cable(s) needed
ST-C5KVM-600 VKMEXT-xx
ST-C5KVMRS-600 VKMEXT-xx and DINT-xx
ST-C5KVMA-600 VKMEXT-xx and SA-xx-MF
ST-C5V-600 VEXT-xx
ST-C5VRS-600 VEXT-xx and DINT-xx
ST-C5VA-600 VEXT-xx and SA-xx-MF
ST-C5SV-600 SVEXT-xx
ST-C5SVA-600 SVEXT-xx and SA-xx-MF
Contact your nearest NTI distributor or NTI directly for all of your KVM needs at 800-RGB-TECH (800-742-8324) in US & Canada
or 330-562-7070 (Worldwide) or at our website at http://www.networktechinc.com and we will be happy to be of assistance.

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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
1. Green LED- traffic indicator- illuminates when there is communication between the local and remote units.
2. Yellow LED- power indicator- illuminates when power has been supplied to the unit
3. Cat 5- RJ45 female- for connecting the CAT 5 cable
4a. Video Connector- 15HD female- for connecting the local user's VGA monitor
4b. S-Video Connector- 4 pin miniDIN female- for connecting the local user's S-video display (S-Video models
only)
5a. RS232 Connector- 9D male- for connecting the local user's touchscreen monitor (models with RS232
support only)
5b. Audio Jack- 3.5mm stereo audio jack- for connecting to local speakers (models with audio support only)
6. Mouse Connector- green female 6 miniDIN- for connecting the local user's mouse
7. Keyboard Connector- purple female 6 miniDIN- for connecting the local user's keyboard
FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
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8a. Video Connector- blue 15HD male- for connecting to the video port on the CPU or KVM switch
8b. S-Video Connector- black 4 pin miniDIN male- for connecting to the s-video port on the video source
(S-Video models only)
9. Mouse Connector- green male 6 miniDIN- for connecting to the mouse port on the CPU or KVM switch
10. Keyboard Connector- purple male 6 miniDIN- for connecting to the keyboard port on the CPU or KVM switch
11a. RS232 Connector- light gray 9D female- for connecting to the RS232 port on the CPU or KVM switch
(models with RS232 support only)
11b. Audio Plug- 3.5mm stereo audio plug- for connecting to CPU audio line out (models with audio support
only)
11c. Audio Plug- red RCA plug- for connecting to the right channel audio (model ST-C5SVA-600 only)
11d. Audio Plug- white RCA plug- for connecting to the left channel audio (model ST-C5SVA-600 only)
12. Keyboard Connector- purple female 6 miniDIN- for connecting the remote user's keyboard
13. Mouse Connector- green female 6 miniDIN- for connecting the remote user's mouse
14a. RS232 Connector- 9D male- for connecting the remote user's touchscreen monitor (models with RS232
support only)
14b. Audio Jack- 3.5mm stereo audio jack- for connecting to remote speakers (models with audio support only)
15. 9VDC- 1.0A- connection jack for the AC adapter
16a. Video Connector- 15HD female- for connecting the remote user's monitor
16b. S-Video Connector- 4 pin miniDIN female- for connecting the remote user's S-video display (S-Video
models only)
17. Buttons- for manually adjusting video quality (models ST-C5V-600, ST-C5SV-600, and ST-C5KVMRS-600-SC5 only)
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LIMITATIONS
•Hot-plugging of devices is supported provided devices were originally connected at power-up.
•In order for two users to share a PS/2 CPU, the user in control must pause for at least 3 seconds before another user can
take control. After the 3 second pause, either user can take control of the CPU.
For models with RS232 support:
•The RS232 ports on the Local and Remote Units will support serial devices other than touchscreen monitors as follows:
•2 simple devices (i.e. mice) connected to each unit, or
•1 complex device (i.e. serial modem, RS232 command port on an NTI switch) connected to
either the Remote or Local Unit.
•In order for two users to share a PS/2 CPU, the user in control must pause for at least 3 seconds before another user can
take control. After the 3 second pause, either user can take control of the CPU.
•The RS232 port supports all baud rates up to 56K bits per second and the attached CPU must be configured accordingly.
For models with audio support:
•The audio input of the XTENDEX with audio support is compatible with the following standard CPU audio outputs:
•Line out - typically lime green in color
•Speaker out- typically orange in color
•Headphone out- typically located on the CD-ROM
•To connect the ST-C5SVA-600 to a CPU, it may be necessary to use an RCA phono-to-3.5mm stereo jack adapter
•The audio output of the XTENDEX with audio support is compatible with self-powered stereo speakers.
PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION
•Locations should be chosen for the monitors, mice, and keyboards that also have space to connect the Remote and Local
Units within the distance provided by the cables. If extension cables are needed, contact NTI for the cables required.
•The CAT5 cables must be run to the locations where the Remote and Local Units will be connected. Be careful to route the
cables away from any sources of magnetic fields or electrical interference that might reduce the quality of the video signal
(i.e. AC motors, welding equipment, etc.).
•All cables should be installed in such a way that they do not cause stress on their connections to the equipment. Extended
lengths of cable hanging from a connection may interfere with the quality of that connection. Secure cables as needed to
minimize this.
•Properly shut down and disconnect the power from the CPU and monitors to be separated. If other equipment is involved
whose connections are being interrupted, be sure to refer to the instruction manuals for that equipment for proper
disconnection and re-connection procedures before proceeding.
Note: CAT5 connection cable used between NTI XTENDEX Series Local and Remote or any XTENDEX Series products
should not be run underground, outdoors or between buildings.
WARNING: Outdoor or underground runs of CAT5 cable could be dangerous and will void the warranty.

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INSTALLATION
Installing The Local Unit (models with VGA video connectors)
1. Plug the cables of the Local Unit into the back of the CPU. (See Fig. 1.)
a) Connect the blue 15HD cable end to the VGA port on the back of the CPU.
b) Connect the purple 6 pin miniDIN cable end with the keyboard symbol
on it to the keyboard port on the back of the CPU. (KVM models only)
c) Connect the green 6 pin miniDIN cable end with the mouse symbol
on it to the mouse port on the back of the CPU. (KVM models only)
Figure 1- Connect the Local Unit with VGA video and RS232 support to the CPU
d) If the Local Unit has RS232 support, connect the light gray 9D cable end to the RS232 port on
the back of the CPU.
e) If the Local Unit has Audio support, connect the black 3.5mm stereo plug into the "line out",
"spkr", or "headphones" jack on the back of the CPU. (See Fig. 2)
Notes:
If all 3 jacks are available, use the jack marked "line out".
The "line out" jack is typically lime green and may be marked with this symbol
The "spkr" jack is typically orange, and may be marked with this symbol
The "headphones" jack may be marked with this symbol
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15HD Female
Video Connector
6 pin miniDIN
Male Connector
(GREEN-MOUSE)
(PURPLE-KEYBOARD)
(BLUE- VIDEO)
PS/2 CPU
6 pin miniDIN
Female Connector
DEVICE
CONNECTORS
VIDEO
CONNECTOR
15HD Male
Video Connector
(LIGHT GRAY- RS232)
9D Female Connector
9D Male
RS232 Connector
SERIAL
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Figure 2- Connect the Local Unit with Audio support to the CPU
2. Make connections for a local user (see Fig. 3)
a) Connect the cable from the local user's VGA monitor to the female 15HD port on the Local Unit.
b) Connect the local user's keyboard to the purple 6 pin miniDIN female port on the Local Unit.
c) Connect the local user's mouse to the green 6 pin miniDIN female port on the Local Unit.
Figure 3- Connect the local user to the XTENDEX Local Unit
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(PURPLE-KEYBOARD)
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3.5mm Stereo Plug
AUDIO CONNECTOR
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VGA
Multi-Scan
Touch-screen
Monitor
PS/2 KEYBOARD PS/2 MOUSE
15HD Female
Video Connector
Front View of
Local Unit
ST-C5KVMRS-600 Local Unit (Front and Rear View)
9D Male
RS232 Connector
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Local User's Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse
6 pin miniDIN
Female Connector
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