CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Sender Unit Layout Sender Unit Descriptions Receiver Unit Layout Receiver Unit Descriptions Connecting the VGA CAT-5 1:8 Distribution S Wiring Diagram DIP Switch Configuration Adjusting the Picture 10 Network Cable Wiring Diagram 11 Specifications 12 Warranty...
Congratulations on your purchase of the VGA CAT-5 1:8 Distribution S. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. Gefen Gefen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies. Gefen’s reliable, plug-and-play products supplement cross-platform computer systems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate.
OPERATION NOTES Gefen VGA CAT-5 Distribution R (Receiver units) are not included with the Sender • unit. Receiver units (Gefen part no. EXT-VGA-CAT5-148R) can be purchased separately.
FEATURES Features • Distributes a single VGA source to eight displays simultaneously • Extends video signals up to 330 feet (100 meters) over CAT-5e • Supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 • Supports component video signals Package Includes (1) VGA CAT-5 1:8 Distribution S (1) 6 ft.
Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this receptacle. Video Out (1 - 8) Connect a CAT-5e cable, up to 330 feet (100 meters) between each RJ-45 port and a Receiver unit (Gefen part no. EXT-VGA-CAT5-148R). VGA In Connect a VGA / component source to this HD-15 connector.
RECEIVER UNIT LAYOUT NOTE: Gefen VGA CAT-5 Distribution R (Receiver units) are not included with the Sender unit. Receiver units (Gefen part no. EXT-VGA-CAT5-148R) can be purchased separately. Front Back...
RECEIVER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS Brightness Trim Use a small-head Phillips screwdriver to adjust the brightness level of the picture. RJ-45 Connect the CAT-5e cable from the Sender unit to this RJ-45 jack. Power Indicator This LED indicator will glow bright red when the VGA In Connect a VGA / component source to this HD-15 connector.
VGA In connector on the VGA CAT-5 1:8 Distribution S. Connect a CAT-5e cable, up to 330 feet (100 meters) between each RJ-45 port and a Receiver unit (Gefen part no. EXT-VGA-CAT5-148R). Connect a VGA cable from each display to the VGA Out connector on each Receiver unit (not included).
DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION Using DIP Switches to Compensate for Video Issues The first step in adjusting the video quality is to display text and a graphic on your monitor (i.e. desktop icons). Then set your computer to the resolution that you will be using most frequently.
NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM Gefen has specifically engineered their products to work with the TIA/EIA-568-B specification. Please adhere to the table below when field terminating cable for use with Gefen products. Failure to do so may produce unexpected results and reduced performance. Color...
SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifier Bandwidth.................350 MHz Horizontal Frequency Range..............15 - 70 kHz Vertical Frequency Range..............30 - 170 Hz Video Input Connector (Sender unit)......... VGA, HD-15, male Video Output Connector (Receiver unit)........ VGA, HD-15, female Link Connector................RJ-45, shielded Power Supply..................5V / 8A DC Power Consumption................30W (max.) Dimensions (W x H x D) (Sender unit)........8.5"...
If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified 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 modifications.
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