CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Sender Unit Layout Receiver Unit Layout Connecting and Operating the CAT5-1600A Extender Advanced Features 10 Network Cable Wiring Diagram 11 Specifi cations 12 Warranty...
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OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE OPERATING THE CAT5-1600A EXTENDER • The CAT5-1600A extends VGA and Audio up to 1000 feet (300 meters). • CAT-5 cables should not exceed 330 feet (100 meters) when extending USB.
• Locking Power Connectors • Mounting Brackets Package Includes (1) Gefen CAT5 1600A Sender Unit (1) Gefen CAT5 1600A Receiver Unit (1) 6 ft. VGA Cable (M-M) (1) 6 ft. USB Cable (A-B) (1) 6 ft. Mini-Stereo Cable (3.5mm) (2) 5V DC Locking Power Supplies...
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SENDER UNIT LAYOUT Power Indicator This LED will turn RED once the locking power supply has been properly connected. When the CAT-5 link is established between the Sender and Receiver units, the LED will be GREEN. When the Sender unit is in Standby Mode or Power Saving Mode, this LED will be RED.
(available at electronics stores). Use gentle force when rotating Trim Pot controls. Turn controls in both directions if necessary to get best results. Never force a control if resistance is encountered. Gefen is not responsible for inoperable units due to broken trim pot controls.
CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE GEFEN CAT5-1600A EXTENDER How to Connect the Gefen CAT5-1600A Connect the Sender Unit to the computer using the included VGA and USB cables. If audio is being used, connect the included 3.5mm mini-stereo cable between the audio source and the audio input on the Sender Unit.
ADVANCED FEATURES Power Save Mode and Video Fine Adjustment The CAT5-1600A system has two advanced controls which are operated via controls normally hidden from the user on the underside of the Receiver. These controls allow activation / adjustment of two features: 1.
NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM Gefen recommends the TIA/EIA-568-B wiring option. Please adhere to the table below when fi eld-terminating the CAT-5 cable for use with Gefen products. Color Orange / White Orange Green / White Blue Blue / White Green...
Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notifi ed within two (2) years from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifi...
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