Rose electronics CrystalView USB2 User manual

CRYSTALVIEW™ USB2
CATx USB 2.0 / VIDEO EXTENDER
3
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INSTALLATION
AND
OPERATIONS
MANUAL

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TABLE of CONTENTS
Contents Page
Disclaimer....................................................................................................1
System introduction.....................................................................................1
Features................................................................................................2
Cable Requirements.............................................................................2
Compatibility .........................................................................................2
Package Contents.................................................................................2
Rose Electronics Web Site ...................................................................2
CrystalView USB2 Models ..........................................................................3
Connectors............................................................................................3
Installation ...................................................................................................4
Transmitter installation..........................................................................5
Receiver Installation..............................................................................5
Transmitter to Receiver installation ......................................................5
Connecting monitor(s) and USB Devices.............................................5
First time power up sequence...............................................................5
Operating procedure ...................................................................................6
Keyboard Commands...........................................................................6
LED Indicator Descriptions ...................................................................6
Troubleshooting...........................................................................................7
Maintenance and Repair .............................................................................8
Technical Support .......................................................................................8
Safety ..........................................................................................................9
Figures Page
Figure 1 - Typical Configuration..................................................................4
Tables Page
Table 1 - Keyboard Commands ..................................................................6
Table 2 - LED Indicators..............................................................................6
Appendix Page
Appendix A. General Specifications..........................................................10

INTRODUCTION
CRYSTALVIEW USB2 INSTALLATION AND OPERATINS MANUAL 1
Disclaimer
While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual,
the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
Neither does the manufacturer assume any liability for damages resulting
from the use of the information contained herein. The manufacturer
reserves the right to change the specifications, functions, or circuitry of the
product without notice.
The manufacturer cannot accept liability for damages due to misuse of the
product or other circumstances outside the manufacturer’s control. The
manufacturer will not be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury arising
directly or indirectly from the use of this product.
System introduction
Thank you for choosing the Rose ElectronicsCrystalView USB2. The
CrystalView USB2 is a very versatile CATx extender. Single, dual, and
quad video, stereo audio (optional) and up to four USB devices can be
extended up to 150 feet from a USB 2.0 compliant computer. A standard
USB hub can be connected to increase the number of USB devices. All
video signals are automatically adjusted for equalization, gain, and skew
(optional). The CATx cable length is calculated and the video
automatically adjusted for a crystal clear display regardless of the CATx
cable type or cable length.
The system consists of two Units, a transmitter and a receiver. The
transmitter connects to your CPU’s video port(s) and USB port. The
receiver connects directly to the remote video monitor(s) and to the USB
devices. The transmitter and receiver are connected together with up to
150 feet of industry standard CATx cable.
When power is applied to the system, the CrystalView USB2 will calculate
the video CATx cable length and automatically adjust the equalization and
gain. The auto-skew model will automatically adjust the RGB video
components to produce a perfect display. Special keyboard commands
can be issued to fine tune the video gain and equalization but are rarely
needed. Manual video adjustments may be required depending on the
cable routing and if patch panels are used.
The CrystalView USB2 is available in single, dual, and quad video models.
All models support USB 2.0 and video resolutions up to 1920 x 1200.
An AUX/KB USB or PS/2 connector is located on the receiver unit, one
USB or PS/2 port for each video. This AUX/KB port is for video
adjustments only.

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Features
Supports USB 1.1 (low/full speed) and USB 2.0 (high-speed) devices
Extend single, dual, or quad video and USB 1.1 or 2.0 peripherals up
to 150 ft (50m) from a USB 2.0 compliant CPU using CATx cable
CD quality audio available on the single or dual video models
Cable length compensation adjustments (Equalization and gain) are
automatically performed
Video equalization and gain can be fine tuned using simple keyboard
commands
Automatic video skew adjustments (optional)
VESA enhanced DDC enables plug-and-play capability
Supports:
SVGA, VGA, XGA, RGB video modes
Single, Dual, or Quad head VGA video models
USB or PS/2 keyboards and mice
USB 2.0 high-speed peripherals
Video resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz
Up to 500 ma of power is available at each USB port for powering
high-power USB devices
Operating system independent
Made in USA
Cable Requirements
Video source to Transmitter HD15M to HD15M
USB source to Transmitter USB Type A M to USB Type B F
Transmitter to Receiver CATx cable terminated with RJ45M
Compatibility
Computer – EHCI (USB 2.0) host controller
OHCI/UHCI (USB 1.1) host controllers is not supported
USB Devices – Most USB devices that comply with USB standards
Monitors – SVGA, VGA, XGA, RGB
Package Contents
Transmitter / Receiver Units
Power adapters (2)
Installation and Operations manual
Rose Electronics Web Site
Visit our web site at www.rose.com for additional information on the
CrystalView USB2 and other products designed for data center
applications, classroom environments, and many other applications.
Register your product at www.rose.com/htm/online-registrationform.htm

MODELS
CRYSTALVIEW USB2 INSTALLATION AND OPERATINS MANUAL 3
CrystalView USB2 Models
Single Video Model
Transmitter
Receiver
Dual Video Model
Transmitter
Receiver
Quad Video Model
Transmitter
Receiver
Connectors
Transmitter
VGA IN HD15M
LINK x RJ45F
LINK USB RJ45F
LINK HOST USB TYPE B
Audio 3.5mm
POWER +5VDC
Receiver
VGA OUT HD15F
LINK x RJ45F
LINK USB RJ45F
USB DEVICES USB TYPE A
Audio 3.5mm
AUX / KB USB TYPE A
POWER +5VDC

INSTALLATION
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Installation
Please refer to the safety section first before proceeding with any
installation or configuration or the CrystalView USB2. It is recommended
that the following installation procedure be followed to assure proper cable
connections, power up sequencing, and accurate monitor DDC table
information is obtained from the connected video monitors. Also all
equipment should be powered off until all cabling is connected.
Figure 1 shows a typical configuration using the single video model. The
dual and quad video models are installed and configured in the same
manor with 2 or 4 PC video ports connected to the transmitter unit and 2 or
4 video monitors connected to the receiver unit.
USB 2.0 Host PC Monitor < < < USB Devices > > >
Figure 1 - Typical Configuration
NOTE: The maximum length of the Category 5 UTP cable must not
exceed 50m. If Cat-5 patch cable is used, total length should not
exceed 10m (EIA/TIA-568 specification).
NOTE: All references to Category 5 UTP solid core cable in this document
represent the minimum requirement. Category 5E, Category 6 or
better UTP or STP cable may be substituted.
NOTE: All units in the system should be tied to a common
EARTH ground for proper operation
Power Up to 150 feet of CAT5 cable Power
Adapter
Adapter
Transmitter Receiver
Up to 150’ CAT5 cable
Video Cable
USB Cable

CRYSTALVIEW USB2 INSTALLATION AND OPERATINS MANUAL 5
Transmitter installation
Refer to Figure 1 for transmitter installation
1. Locate the transmitter near the host computer
2. Connect the power adapter to the transmitter (Do not apply power)
3. Connect a video extender cable from the transmitters HD15M
connector to the host computers HD15F video output port and an
audio cable (optional)
4. Connect a USB cable from the Type B USB port on the transmitter
to the Type A USB port on the host computer
NOTE: The host computer must be equipped with an EHCI host controller
(USB 2.0). OHCI / UHCI (USB 1.1) host controllers are not supported.
Video and USB cable lengths should not exceed 6.6’
Receiver Installation
Refer to Figure 1 for receiver installation
1. Locate the receiver near the USB devices and video monitor
2. Connect the power adapter to the transmitter (Do not apply power)
3. Connect a video monitor to the receivers HD15F connector and
audio cable (optional)
4. Connect the USB devices to the USB ports on the receiver
Transmitter to Receiver installation (see note on page 5)
Refer to Figure 1 for transmitter to Receiver cable installation
1. Connect up to feet of CAT5 cable from the transmitters LINK 1
RJ45 connector to the receivers LINK 1 RJ45 connector and from
the transmitters LINK USB (1-4) RJ45 connectors to the receivers
LINK USB (1-4) RJ45 connectors.
Connecting monitor(s) and USB Devices
1. Connect a video monitor to the receivers HD15F connector
2. Connect the USB devices to the USB ports on the receiver
Installing the dual and quad video models follows the same procedure.
For the dual model, connect two video sources to the transmitter and two
video monitors to the receiver. For the quad model connect four video
sources to the transmitter and four video monitors to the receiver.
First time power up sequence
The first time the system is powered up or a monitor is changed, the below
power up sequence should be followed
1. Turn on all video monitors
2. Apply power to the CrystalView USB2 Receiver
3. Apply power to the CrystalView USB2 Transmitter
4. Boot the PCs
5. Turn on all USB devices

OPERATING PROCEDURES
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Operating procedure
Operation of your system is no different than having your keyboard,
monitor, mouse, speakers, and USB devices connected directly to a PC.
The only difference is they can be up to 150 feet away. You can operate
your system normally, programs can be executed, maintenance can be
performed, and any operation normally performed can be done with no
derogation in video quality and performance.
The video signal on all models can be fine tuned using simple keyboard
commands. This is normally not needed but sometimes cable routing and
patch panels can degrade the video signal. Next to each video in port
(HD15M) on the receiver there is a USB Type A port labeled AUX/KBD.
To execute the keyboard commands, connect a USB keyboard to the
appropriate AUX/KBD port. The AUX/KBD port is for video adjustments
only. Once the video has been adjusted perform the keyboard command
Left Ctrl, Left Shift, k to save the information.
Keyboard Commands
Command
Description
Left Ctrl, Left Shift, e:
Perform a cable length measurement
Left Ctrl, Left Shift, keyboard +:
Increase the video gain by 1
Left Ctrl, Left Shift, keyboard -:
Decrease the video gain by 1.
Left Ctrl, Left Shift, keypad +:
increase the video equalization by 1
Left Ctrl, Left Shift, keypad -:
Decrease the video equalization by 1
Left Ctrl, Left Shift, k
Saves any changes made
Table 1 - Keyboard Commands
LED Indicator Descriptions
LED “ON”
Transmitter “Host” LED
USB connection to computer OK
Transmitter “Link” LED
CAT5 link from receiver to transmitter OK
Transmitter “Power” LED
Power applied to transmitter OK
Receiver “Link” LED
CAT5 link from transmitter to receiver OK
Receiver “Device” LED
USB Device connections OK
Receiver “Power” LED
Power applied to receiver OK
Table 2 - LED Indicators