A high performance kvm extender that can
transmit up to two high resolution displayport
video streams plus high speed usb and digital/
analog audio (44 pages)
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® ® NETWORK SERVICES ACU5520A Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX ™ Extend DVI-D dual link video plus four USB devices up to 165 feet (50m) from your computer. Uses just one length of Category 6a or 7 twisted-pair cable. Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)
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Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and ServSwitch is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc. Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Linux is registered trademark of Linus Torvalds.
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FCC and IC RFI 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 is operated in a commercial environment.
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Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX Instrucciones de Seguridad (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement) 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3.
Table of Contents Contents 1. Specifications ....................................6 2. Welcome ....................................7 3. Installation ....................................8 3.1 Mounting the modules – desk or rack..........................8 3.1.1 Desk mount ................................8 3.1.2 Rack mount ................................9 3.2 Connections ................................... 10 3.2.1 Connections at the local module ........................10 3.2.2 Connections at the remote module ........................
Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX 1. Specifications Approvals: CE, FCC Hardware Compatibility: All computers with DVI-D digital video and USB interfaces Software Compatibility: Operates with all known software and operating systems including Windows , Linux , Unix , BSD, all Sun OS, all Mac OS, NetWare , etc.
2. Welcome Thank you for choosing the Black Box Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX units. These compact modules provide the quickest way to extend high quality dual link DVI digital video plus USB keyboard, mouse and stereo audio with an additional two USB periph- erals up to 165 feet (50 meters) away from your computer.
Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX 3. Installation 3.1 Mounting the modules – desk or rack The Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX modules can be situated on a desk or alternatively, for larger installations, mounted within an optional rack mount chassis. 3.1.1 Desk mount Apply the supplied self-adhesive rubber feet to the underside of the module as shown in Figure 3-1: Figure 3-1.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.1.2 Rack mount Note: The module switches are not accessible once it is inserted into the rack, therefore, check all settings before insertion. 1 Place the rack securing plate (available as a separate kit) onto the front of the module and secure it with the two countersunk screws.
Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX 3.2 Connections Installation of the Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX modules is straightforward and requires minimal configuration in most cases. • Connections at the local module • Connections at the remote module Note: After all connections are made, power up the monitor connected to the remote module, then power up the remote mod- ule and finally switch on the computer connected to the local module.
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Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.1.2 USB connection 1 Use the supplied USB cable to link the USB socket of the local module to a vacant USB socket on the computer as shown in Figure 3-4: Figure 3-4. Attaching the USB link cable 3.2.1.3 Link connection 1 Connect the link cable (see page 2 for cable advice) to the local module socket labeled as shown in Figure 3-5:...
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Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX 3.2.1.4 Audio connection Optionally link a audio input to the local module using a 3.5mm audio cable. Figure 3-6. Attaching an audio link to the local module 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 12...
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Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.1.5 Power connection 1 Connect the output lead of the supplied power adapter to the socket labeled ‘ ‘ on the local module as shown in Figure POWER 3-7: Figure 3-7. Attaching the power adapter connection to the local module 2 Insert the IEC connector of the separate power cord into the corresponding socket of the power adapter as shown in Figure 3-8: Note: Please pay close attention to...
Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX 3.2.2 Connections at the remote module 3.2.2.1 Video connections 1 Place the remote module adjacent to the user location. 2. Connect the DVI/D lead from the video monitor to the DVI output socket of the remote module as shown in Figure 3-9: Note: If dual link screen resolutions are required, the DVI-D cables used at both the local and remote modules must be dual link...
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Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.2.3 Link connections 1 Connect the link cable (see page 2 for cable advice) to the remote module socket labeled as shown in Figure 3-11: TO LOCAL Figure 3-11. Attaching the CATx link cable IMPORTANT: • This is NOT an Ethernet port and must not be connected to network switches or any device other than the remote module.
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Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX 3.2.2.5 Power connection 1 Connect the output lead of the supplied power adapter to the socket labeled ‘ ‘ on the remote module as shown in POWER Figure 3-13: Figure 3-13. Attaching the power adapter connection 2 Insert the IEC connector of the separate power cord into the corresponding socket of the power adapter as shown in Figure 3-14: Note: Please pay close attention to...
Chapter 4: Operation 4. Operation 4.1 General use In use, the Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX modules should be transparent - the system and its peripherals should operate exactly as normal, the only difference being that they are now up to 165 feet (50 meters) apart. 4.2 Video display (EDID) information Extended Display Identification Data (or EDID) is an industry standard scheme which allows video monitors to declare their capa- bilities to the computer’s video adapter circuitry, allowing the latter to optimize their outputs accordingly.
Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX 4.4 Power and activity indicators Each module provides two indicators to confirm power status and also feedback about the various input signals: Local module Green: • On when power is present. Yellow: • On when a valid single link DVI video input signal is being received from the computer.
If you experience problems when installing or using the modules, please check through this section for a possible solution. If your problem is not listed here and you cannot resolve the issue, then please contact Black Box technical support. No video image is displayed on the remote monitor •...
Dual Link DVI/USB Extender SRX Appendix B. Safety Information • For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only. • Do not use to link between buildings. • Ensure that the twisted pair interconnect cable is installed in compliance with all applicable wiring regulations. •...
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