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Trademarks Used in this Manual Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and ServSwitch is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc. HDMI is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing, L.L.C. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
FCC RFI and NOM Statements FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment...
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NOM Statement 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc. 6.
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NOM Statement 16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo. 17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación. 18.
Chapter 1: Specifications 1. Specifications Cascadable — No Computer Interface — HDMI video, USB ® DDC Support — Internal DDC table Encryption — No Heat Dissipation — 3.41 BTU/hr. maximum Maximum Distance from CPU to TX — 16 feet (5 m), DVI-D and USB limitations Maximum Distance between TX and RX —...
ACX300-DRM: DIN-rail Mounting Kit for either local or remote unit. 2.3 What’s Included Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com. • (1) transmitter • (1) receiver •...
Chapter 2: Overview 2.4 Hardware Description 2.4.1 Transmitter (Local Unit) Front Panel The transmitter‘s front panel is blank except for a Power Status LED, which is described in Table 2-1. Back Panel The transmitter’s back panel is shown in Figure 2-1. Table 2-1 describes its components.
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Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-1. Transmitter’s components. Number Component Description Power Status LED (not shown Lights when power to the in Figure 2-1, located on the transmitter is on. front panel of the transmitter) (1) HDMI connector Connects to the PC. (1) barrel connector Links to 12-VAC, 1-A power.
Chapter 2: Overview 2.4.2 Receiver (Remote Unit) Front Panel The receiver’s front panel is blank except for a Power Status LED, which is described in Table 2-2. Back Panel The receiver’s back panel is shown in Figure 2-2. Table 2-2 describes its components.
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Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2. Receiver’s components. Number Component Description Power Status LED (not shown Lights when power to the in Figure 2-2, located on the receiver is on. front panel of the receiver) Connects to DVI monitor with (1) HDMI connector FA790 or to HDMI monitor.
Chapter 3: Installation and Operation 3. Installation and Operation 3.1 Cable Requirements Use CAT5/6/7 cable. The pins are connected 1:1. NOTE: Both cable ends must comply with either EIA/TIA-568A or EIA-TIA-568B. If they don’t comply, a cable tester won’t find the cable pinnings. Pinning The pins of the green pair of wires are not together.
Chapter 3: Installation and Operation 3.2 Installing the Transmitter and Receiver The extender is plug-and-play. Simply plug in the following connections as shown in Figure 3-1. Transmitter (Local Unit) Receiver (Remote Unit) Monitor Monitor Keyboard Mouse Power Power Supply Supply Figure 3-1.
10 minutes after power up. U =Update Flash FW To update the extender’s firmware, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746- 5500 or info@blackbox.com. You will need to open a graphic file (update file) on the target device, and then enter the command “U” and wait for the update to be performed.
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M = USB Memory Option Using the USB Memory Option command, the OSD provides the user with a cryptic code to be sent to Black Box to enable the license key. Then you can attach USB memory devices and transfer files.
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Chapter 4: Enhanced Operation I = Monitor sync enabled/disabled You can activate or deactivate the monitor synchronization. If enabled, the graphics card refresh rates are synchronized with the (Rx) attached monitors. This will optimize motion picture content applications, but might not work properly with all monitors (flicker may occur).
• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. • If you are returning the unit, make sure you include everything you received with it. Before you ship for return or repair, contact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.
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Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Table 5-1. International Contact Information. Country Web site/E-mail Phone United www.blackbox.com 724-746-5500 724-746-0746 States info@blackbox.com www.black-box.at Austria +43 1 256 98 56 +43 1 256 98 56 support@black-box.at www.blackbox.be support.nederlands@ blackbox.be Belgium support.french@ +32 2 725 85 50 +32 2 725 92 12 blackbox.be support.english@...
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724-746-5500 or blackbox.com. About Black Box Black Box provides an extensive range of networking and infrastructure products. You’ll find everything from cabinets and racks and power and surge protection products to media converters and Ethernet switches all supported by free, live 24/7 Tech Support available in 60 seconds or less.
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