Zantech CV-17 User manual

DVI over Single CAT5 Series
CV-17
DVI over Single CAT5 Extender
User Manual
Made in Taiwan

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Safety and Notice
The CV
CVCV
CV-
--
-17
17 17
17 DVI
DVI DVI
DVI over
over over
over Single
Single Single
Single CAT5
CAT5 CAT5
CAT5 Extender
ExtenderExtender
Extender has been tested for conformance to safet regulations and
requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipments, the CV-17
should be used with care. Please read and follow the safet instructions to protect ourself from possible injur
and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
Do not attempt to service this unit ourself, except where explained in this manual.
Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
Keep objects that might damage the device and assure that the placement of this unit is on a stable surface.
Use onl the power adapter and power cords and connection cables designed for this unit.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Alwa s unplug the power to the device before
cleaning.

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The CV
CVCV
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-17 DVI over
17 DVI over 17 DVI over
17 DVI over Single
Single Single
Single CAT5 Extender
CAT5 ExtenderCAT5 Extender
CAT5 Extender extends our PC DVI transmission distance up to 60m (200ft) with
resolution 1024x768@60Hz. With CV-17, users can transmit high qualit digital video of PC applications through
one cost effective CAT-5/5e LAN cables to the remote monitor or projector, instead of using short and expensive
DVI cables. With embedded EDID inside the adapter, our PC will continue to send the digital video even when
the monitor is not connected. The user can then disconnects the monitor, place it in a remote location and
reconnect it without rebooting the operating s stem.
The CV-17 includes two units: transmitting and receiving units. The transmitting unit is connected to our PC
DVI output and the receiving unit is connected to the monitor. While successfull connected, the two LED lights
on the RJ-45 connector will blink. The transmission distance between the sending (CV-17-TX) and receiving units
(CV-17-RX) can be up to 60m (200ft) at XGA (1024x768@60Hz) and 30m (100ft) at UXGA (1600x1200@60Hz). With
compact size, CV-17 is the most cost effective choice for bringing our impressive digital video to the remote
displa .
Introduction
DVI PC
DVI display/projector
CAT
-
5/5e/6 LAN cable
CV
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17
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TX
CV
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17
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X

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Features
DVI 1.1 compliant
Hand DVI-D to RJ-45 adapter with programmable EDID feature
Extends the transmission length from the sources up to 60m (200ft) at XGA (1024x768@60Hz) and 30m (100ft)
at UXGA (1600x1200@60Hz)
Minimize the cable skew b adjustable 8-level equalization control
Supports 1080i/1080p HDTV resolutions & VESA standards
Receiving unit can learn EDID information for DVI/HDMI enabled displa device
Allows cascadable
Direct plug-in at TX and wall-mounting with screws at RX
Perfectl integrated with other DVI over CAT5 series products
The length depends on the characteristics and quality of the cables. Higher resolutions and longer
transmission distances require low skew cables (<25ns/ 00m) for best performance. Unshielded CAT6
with metal RJ-45 connectors is recommended.
CV-15 CV-17 CV-117 WP-117
Output to display HDMI DVI DVI DVI
Transmission over CAT5 at 1024x 68@60Hz
25m [80ft]
60m [200ft]
25m [80ft]
30
m [
10
0ft]
Transmission over CAT5 at 1920x1200@60Hz 15m [50ft] 40m [130ft] 15m [50ft] 15m [50ft]
Power requirement
No
TX
-
No / RX
-
Yes
No
No
Equalizat
ion
No
Yes
No
No
DVI over Single CAT5 Series Lineup

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Specifications & Package Contents
Model Name CV-17 CV-117
Technical CV-1 -TX aka
CV
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11
CV-1 -RX CV-11 CV-11
Role of usage Transmitter [TX] Receiver [RX] Transmitter [TX] Receiver [RX]
DVI compliance
DVI 1.1
HDCP compliance No
Video bandwidth
Single
-
link 165MHz [4.95Gbps]
Video support Up to WUXGA [1920x1200@60Hz] & UXGA [1600x1200@60Hz]
Transmission over CAT5e
1920x1200@60Hz – 30m [100ft]
1024x 68@60Hz
–
60m
[
200ft
]
1920x1200@60Hz – 15m [50ft]
1024x 68@60Hz
–
25m
[
80ft
]
Au
dio support
No audio for DVI signal
Equalization 8-level digital at RX None
Input TMDS signal
1.2 Volts [peak
-
to
-
peak]
Input DDC signal 5 Volts [peak-to-peak, TTL]
PCB stack-up 4-layer board [impedance control — differential 100Ω; single 50Ω]
Input 1x DVI 1x RJ-45 1x DVI 1x RJ-45
Output
1x RJ
-
45
1x DVI
1x RJ
-
45
1x DVI
DVI connector DVI-I [29-pin male
digital only]
DVI-I [29-pin female
digital only] DVI-I [29-pin male digital only]
RJ
-
45 connector
WE/SS 8P8C with 2 LED indicators
Rotary switch None EQ None
Mechanical
CV
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17
CV
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117
Housing Plastic mold Metal case Plastic mold
Dimensions
[L x W x H]
Model [TX]: 50 x 40 x 20mm [2”x1.6”x0.8”]
[RX]: 80 x 60 x 25mm [3.2”x2.4”x1”] [TX/RX] 50x40x20mm [2”x1.6”x0.8”]
Package 2 0 x 1 5 x 80mm [10.6”x6.9”x3.2”] 1 0 x 115 x 40mm [6. ”x4.5”x1.6”]
Carton
450 x 3 0 x 300mm [1’5. ”x1’2.6”x11.8”]
Weight Model 46g [1. oz]
Package
164g [5.8 oz]
Fixedness TX: Direct plug-in
RX: Wall
-
mount with screws
Direct plug-in
Power supply
None
5V 2A DC
None
Power consumption 1 Watt [max] 0.5 Watt [max]
Operation temperature 0~40°C [32~104°F]
Storage temperature -20~60°C [-4~140°F]
Relative humidity 20~90% RH [no condensation]
Package Contents
1x CV-1 [TX & RX]
1x 5V power adapter
1x User Manual
2x CV-11
1x User Manual

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Front Panel — Receiving Unit CV- 7-RX
DVI
DVIDVI
DVI-
--
-O
OO
OUT
UTUT
UT:
: :
: Connect to a DVI displa with a DVI M-M cable here.
EQ
EQEQ
EQ/EDID
/EDID/EDID
/EDID:
: :
: Adjust the 8-level equalization control knob to the received HDMI signals. 0 – 7 = strongest – weakest.
It is recommended to switch from 7 to 0 to find the optimal visual experience.
Rear Panel — Receiving Unit CV- 7-RX
RJ45
RJ45RJ45
RJ45-
--
-IN
ININ
IN:
::
: Plug in a CAT5/5e/6 cable that needs to be linked to the RJ-45 connector of the transmitter.
+
++
+5V DV:
5V DV:5V DV:
5V DV: Connect to 5V DC power suppl .
Panel Descriptions
RJ45
-
IN
+5V DC
D
V
I
-
OUT
EQ/EDID
Note for EDID
(Extended
Display Identification Data)
learning
. Plug in DVI M-M cable between DVI-OUT and the monitor and power on the CV- 7-RX.
2. Turn EQ/EDID counterclockwise to 7. The LED on the RJ-45 connector will dim and light again in a few seconds, which
indicates the monitor’s EDID is retrieved. DO NOT let the rotary arrow pass 6 which will erase the EDID just learned
and set back to default EDID.
3. Unplug the DVI M-M cable from the monitor and connect it to the mini-transmitter CV- 7-TX. The LED on the RJ-45
connector will dim and light again in a few seconds, which indicates the monitor’s EDID is transferred to the CV- 7-TX.
4. Unplug the DVI M-M cable from the mini-transmitter and reconnect it to the monitor. Connect the mini-transmitter
CV- 7-TX to the DVI source and enjoy the visual experience.
5. To restore the EDID back to default value, please turn EQ/EDID clockwise from anywhere to 6. The LED on the RJ-45
connector will dim and light again in a few seconds, which indicates the EDID is restored to default.

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1. Connect the mini-transmitter to our DVI source (PC).
2. Connect the receiver to the remote DVI monitor.
3. Make sure our CAT-5/5e/6 cable is tightl connected and not loose.
4. Enjo our high qualit PC video on the screen.
5.
5.5.
5. If a flickering or a bl
If a flickering or a blIf a flickering or a bl
If a flickering or a blinking image is seen, tr to adjust the rotational switch to improve the cable skew. 0
inking image is seen, tr to adjust the rotational switch to improve the cable skew. 0 inking image is seen, tr to adjust the rotational switch to improve the cable skew. 0
inking image is seen, tr to adjust the rotational switch to improve the cable skew. 0
stands for the strongest EQ while 7 stands for the weakest. Tr adjusting the EQ from 7 to 0.
stands for the strongest EQ while 7 stands for the weakest. Tr adjusting the EQ from 7 to 0.stands for the strongest EQ while 7 stands for the weakest. Tr adjusting the EQ from 7 to 0.
stands for the strongest EQ while 7 stands for the weakest. Tr adjusting the EQ from 7 to 0.
1. If the DVI or HDMI device requires the EDID information, please use EDID Reader/Writer to retrieve and
provide DVI/HDMI EDID information.
2. All HDMI over CAT5 transmission distances are measured using Belden 1583A CAT5e 125MHz LAN cable
and ASTRODESIGN Video Signal Generator VG-859C.
3. The transmission length is largel affected b the t pe of LAN cables, the t pe of HDMI sources, and the
t pe of HDMI displa . The testing result shows solid LAN cables (usuall in bulk cable 300m/1000ft form) can
transmit a lot longer signals than stranded LAN cables (usuall in patch cord form). Shielded STP cables are
better suit than unshielded UTP cables. A solid UTP CAT5e cable shows longer transmission length than
stranded STP CAT6 cable. For long extension users, solid LAN cables are our onl choice.
4. EIA/TIA-568-B termination (T568B) for LAN cables is recommended for better performance.
5. To reduce the interference among the unshielded twisted pairs of wires in LAN cable, ou can use shielded
LAN cables to improve EMI problems, which is worsen in long transmission.
6. Because the qualit of the LAN cables has the major effects in how long transmission distance will be made
and how good is the received displa , the actual transmission length is subject to our LAN cables. For
resolution greater than 1080i or 1280x1024, a CAT6 cable is recommended.
Performance Guide for DVI over LAN Cable Transmission
Performance rating
Performance ratingPerformance rating
Performance rating T pe of LAN cable
T pe of LAN cableT pe of LAN cable
T pe of LAN cable
W
WW
Wir
irir
iring
inging
ing Shielding
ShieldingShielding
Shielding CAT5
CAT5CAT5
CAT5 CAT5e
CAT5eCAT5e
CAT5e CAT6
CAT6CAT6
CAT6
Solid Unshielded (UTP)  

Shielded (STP)  

Stranded Unshielded (UTP)  

Shielded (STP)  

Termination
TerminationTermination
Termination Please use EIA/TIA
EIA/TIAEIA/TIA
EIA/TIA-
--
-568
568568
568-
--
-B
BB
B termination (T568B
T568BT568B
T568B) at an time
Hardware Installation
otice

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The SELLER warrants the CV
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-17 DVI over
17 DVI over 17 DVI over
17 DVI over Single
Single Single
Single CAT5 Extender
CAT5 ExtenderCAT5 Extender
CAT5 Extender to be free from defects in the material and
workmanship for 1 ear from the date of purchase from the SELLER or an authorized dealer. Should this product
fail to be in good working order within 1 ear warrant period, The SELLER, at its option, repair or replace the
unit, provided that the unit has not been subjected to accident, disaster, abuse or an unauthorized
modifications including static discharge and power surges.
Unit that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of parts and
labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs are warranted for 90 da s from the da of reshipment to the
BUYER. If the unit is delivered b mail, customers agree to insure the unit or assume the risk of loss or damage in
transit. Under no circumstances will a unit be accepted without a return authorization number.
The warrant is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without limitations, an other
implied warrant or fitness or merchantabilit for an particular purpose, all of which are expressl disclaimed.
Proof of sale ma be required in order to claim warrant . Customers outside Taiwan are responsible for
shipping charges to and from the SELLER. Cables are limited to a 30 da warrant and cable must be free from
an markings, scratches, and neatl coiled.
The content of this manual has been carefull checked and is believed to be accurate. However, The
SELLER assumes no responsibilit for an inaccuracies that ma be contained in this manual. The SELLER will
NOT be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from an defect or
omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibilit of such damages. Also, the technical information
contained herein regarding the CV-17 features and specifications is subject to change without further notice.
Limited Warranty