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- Page 1 ACS2028A ACS2228A ACS4022A ACS4222A DVI-D-CatX-KVM-Extender Single and DualHead Manual http://www.blackbox.com...
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Page 2: Dualhead Devices
This manual will tell you all about your new DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender, including how to install, operate, and troubleshoot it. For an introduction to the Converter, see Chapter 2. The Converter product codes covered in this manual are: ACS2028A: KVM-Extender Singlehead DVI-D, PS2-Keyboard/Mouse + serial/Audio ACS2228A: KVM-Extender Dualhead DVI-D, PS2-Keyboard/Mouse +... - Page 3 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Copyrights and Trademarks ©2007. All rights reserved. This information may not be reproduced in any manner without the prior written consent of the manufacturer. Information in this document is subject to change without notice and the manufacturer shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of this material.
- Page 4 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER...
- Page 5 This is to certify that, when installed and used according to the instructions in this manual, together with the specified cables and the maximum cable length <3m, the Units: ACS2028A, ACS2228A ACS4022A, ACS4222A are shielded against the generation of radio interferences in accordance with the...
- Page 6 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Safety Precautions and Installation Guidelines To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation, please note the following installation guidelines: Do not use CATx-devices to link between buildings – please use fiber devices. • Only use in dry, indoor environments. •...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Contents 1. Quick Setup 2. Overview Introduction Glossary Features Product Range Compatibility How to Use This Guide 3. Installation Package Contents Interconnection Cable Requirements System Setup Diagnostic LEDs 4. Service Setup Setup at the Local Unit Setup at the Remote Unit 5. -
Page 8: Quick Setup
DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER 1. Quick Setup This section briefly describes how to install your KVM extender system. Unless you are an experienced user, we recommend that you follow the full procedures described in the rest of this manual. Install system Connect Remote unit to KVM. -
Page 9: Glossary
OVERVIEW Overview Introduction A CatX KVM Extender is mainly used, to extend the maximum distance between a CPU and his Keyboard / Monitor / Mouse considerably. In addition they are beneficial in installations in electromagnetic hazardous environments (EMI). Normal Keyboard-/ Monitor-/ Mouse extender cables (and Extender using traditional cables) cannot go so far and EMI interferences may reduce the maximum distance and/or reliability. -
Page 10: Nd Monitor
DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER CPU with DVI-D Graphic card Local Console Optional Monitor DVI-D Cat X KVM- Extender system Remote Console Serial / Audio Optional Monitor DVI-D Cat X – KVM Extender system (example) -
Page 11: Features
All members of the DVI-D Cat X - DVI KVM Extender Series offer the following features: Support for DVI-D Graphic cards (all devices) • Support for PS2-Keyboard and PS2-Mouse (ACS2028A and ACS2228A) • Support for USB-Keyboard and USB-Mouse (ACS4022A and ACS4222A) •... -
Page 12: Product Range
DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Product Range There are four products in the range and various upgrade kits: DVI-D Cat X - Extender ACS2028A KVM-Extender 1x DVI, PS2-Keyboard, PS2-Mouse (Singlehead) + serial/audio ACS2228A KVM-Extender 2x DVI, PS2-Keyboard, PS2-Mouse s (Dualhead) + serial/audio... -
Page 13: Compatibility
OVERVIEW Compatibility Interface Compatibility Digital Video (DVI-D): Digital Video standard, installed by Digital Display Working • Group (www.ddwg.org) R, G, B, CLOCK in a data stream with up to 3x 1,6 Gbit/sec. Signals are TMDS Level. PS/2 Keyboard: Compatible with all standard keyboards. Certain keyboards with •... -
Page 14: How To Use This Guide
DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER 2.6 How to Use This Guide This guide describes the installation and configuration of the DVI-D Cat X – Extender Series. Although the connection and operation of the system is relatively straightforward, you should consider the following before getting started: Connection &... -
Page 15: Installation
2x audio cable (1.8m, 3.5mm stereo plugs) • User manual (Quick Setup) • ACS2028A and ACS2228A (additionally): KVM CPU cable set (1.8m) with one side: PS/2 (6-pin mini-DIN male) keyboard and • mouse connector and DVI-I video (DVI-I dual link male) connector – other side: DVI-I... -
Page 16: Interconnection Cable Requirements
DVI, PS2-Keyboard, PS2-Mouse: Connect the supplied KVM CPU cable set to your • CPU (KVM.- Switch, etc.). Please ensure that the connection is tension-free! Devices ACS2028A + ACS2228A DVI, USB-Keyboard, USB-Mouse: Connect the supplied KVM CPU cable set to your •... -
Page 17: System Setup
INSTALLATION 3.3 System Setup To install your DVI-D Cat X – Extender system: Switch off all devices. Connect your keyboard, monitor(s) and mouse to the Remote unit (depending on device type). Please ensure, to not swap Mouse- and Keyboard connector. The Keyboard connector is purple and the Mouse connector is green. - Page 18 DVI-Monitor port Local keyboard/ mouse port Connect to Local console monitor Solely Keyboard may be plugged in directly, keyboard/mouse through equipped adapter DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender Type ACS2028A Local Unit Connect to Connect to: Speakers Microphone serial device remote DVI-Monitor...
- Page 19 INSTALLATION Connect to CPU: local DVI-Monitor DVI-Graphic card/ port Connect to Local serial/ audio ports console 2 monitor Connect to CPU: local DVI-Monitor port Local keyboard/ mouse port DVI-Graphic card, Connect to Local keyboard, mouse console monitor Solely Keyboard may be plugged in directly, keyboard/mouse through equipped adapter...
- Page 20 INTERCONNECT – carries video and data signals – connect to Local/ Connect to 5V Power remote unit with CATx cable supply DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender Type ACS2028A Local/ Remote Unit INTERCONNECT – carries 2 video – connect to Local/Remote unit with CATx cable INTERCONNECT –...
- Page 21 INSTALLATION Connect to CPU: Connect to CPU: Connect to CPU: Audio OUT Audio IN serial interface DVI graphic card Connect to CPU: local DVI-Monitor port Connect to Local console monitor DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender Type ACS4022A Local Unit remote DVI-Monitor port–...
- Page 22 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Connect to CPU: local DVI-Monitor DVI-Graphic card/ port Connect to Local serial/ audio ports console 2 monitor Connect to CPU: local 1 DVI-Monitor Connect to CPU: port Connect to Local DVI-Graphic card console 1 monitor DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender Type ACS4222A Local Unit remote DVI-Monitor Connect to Connect to:...
- Page 23 INSTALLATION INTERCONNECT – carries video and Connect to 5V Power data signals – connect to Local/ supply remote unit with CATx cable DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender Type ACS4022A Local/ Remote Unit INTERCONNECT – carries 2 video – connect to Local/Remote unit with CATx cable INTERCONNECT –...
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Page 24: Diagnostic Leds
DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Diagnostic LEDs Each DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender is fitted with four indicator LEDs: Power, Video OK, Data Error, Link Status: The Power LEDs are next to the Power socket. The location of the LEDs is shown below: Diagnostic LED Diagnostic LED Diagnostic LED... - Page 25 INSTALLATION Appearance Diagnostics Device not ready Power LED (Red LED) Device ready No or invalid video signal detected Video Okay (Green LED) Device ready Link Status blinking No CATX connection (Green LED) Device ready Data Error Device ready (Green LED) blinking / On Errors through data transmission over CATX Cable (Cable too long, too high attenuation or too much...
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Page 26: Service Setup
DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Service Setup For most applications, you shouldn't need not to make any adjustments to set up your DVXi/LC KVM-Extender. Under some special circumstances it could be necessary to setup configuration specials. For some applications, you may need to open the Local Unit and/or the Remote Unit. Unscrew the Philips-type screws at both sides at the bottom of the device. -
Page 27: Setup At The Local Unit
SERVICE SETUP Setup at the Local Unit After unscrewing and opening the upper shell, please place the device in this orientation: with the CATx connectors to the right and the electrical connectors to the left. The main PCB then will look like this: JP1, JP2, JP3 Use the diagram to locate jumpers. - Page 28 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Loading the DDC Information from the Remote Monitor into the internal DDC Table To load the DDC Information from the Remote Monitor into the internal DDC Table, please proceed the following steps: Switch off the Local Unit and the Remote Unit, unplug the Video-Cable to the Remote •...
- Page 29 SERVICE SETUP Reset of the internal DDC Table to Default-Values If you have loaded several DDC Configurations and got no satisfying result, you can restore the original (default) DDC Table. To do this, please proceed the followin steps: Switch off the Local Unit •...
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Page 30: Setup At The Remote Unit
DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Setup at the Remote Unit After unscrewing and opening the upper shell, please place the device in this orientation: with the CATx connectors to the right and the electrical connectors to the left. The main PCB then will look like this: JP1, JP2, JP3 Use the diagram to locate jumpers. -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting There isn’t a picture. Check the power supply connection at the Local unit. Is the Power (Red LED) at the Local unit illuminated (see page 24)? If not, the internal power-supply may be damaged or there may be an internal error. Check the power supply connection at the remote unit. - Page 32 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER USB-Keyboard/USB-Mouse Your USB-keyboard/USB-mouse does not work Although we tried to design the devices as transparent as possible, we can’t ensure that all devices are running. Please ask Technical Support for a list of tested devices. USB-HID device Your USB-HID device does not work Although our interface supports HID devices, we can’t ensure that every connected device is running.
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Page 33: Appendix A: Example Applications
APPENDIX A: EXAMPLE APPLICATIONS Appendix A: Example Applications This section illustrates some specific applications using the DVI-D Cat X - Extenders: DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender with optional, secondary screen. • DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender with optional, secondary screen... - Page 34 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER 4 CPU’s – local outputs managed through a KVM- Switch and a single console. Remote • Consoles up to 140m away. DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender – local Consoles through a KVM- Switch...
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Page 35: Appendix B: Rack Mount Options
APPENDIX B: RACK MOUNT OPTIONS Appendix B: Rack Mount Options DVI-D Cat X KVM- Extender units can be mounted in a 19” rack using the mounting kit: DVI-D Cat X- Rackmount Kit. Two different versions are available – one each for Singlehead and for Dualhead devices. - Page 36 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER The kit allows you to mount a different count of devices (1…4 devices):...
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Page 37: Appendix C: Audio/Serial Support
APPENDIX C: AUDIO/SERIAL SUPPORT Appendix C: Audio/Serial Support The Audio/Serial allows bi-directional stereo audio and a full-duplex serial data link to be sent across the regular interconnection cable in addition to keyboard, mouse and DVI video. To set up the extender’s audio and serial link, please follow all of the instructions detailed in this appendix. - Page 38 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Audio Interface - Set Up and Operation The audio interface is line-level and is designed to take the output from a sound card (or other line-level) source and be connected to a set of powered speakers at the other end of the link. Stereo audio may be transmitted either way across the link (simultaneously).
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Page 39: Appendix D: Calling Technical Support
APPENDIX D: CALLING TECHNICAL SUPPORT Appendix D: Calling Technical Support If you determine that your DVI-D –Cat X KVM Extender is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair it. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Technical Support at Black Box! Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem. - Page 40 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Black Box Technical Support Country Web Site/E-Mail Phone www.blackbox.com 724-746-5500 724-746-0746 info@blackbox.com Austria www.black-box.at +43 1 256 98 56 +43 1 256 98 56 support@black-box.at Belgium www.blackbox.be +32 2 725 85 50 +32 2 725 92 12 support.english@blackbox.be...
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Page 41: Appendix E: Specifications
APPENDIX E: SPECIFICATIONS Appendix E: Specifications Power Supply Voltage 100-240VAC-0.5A-47-63Hz/5VDC-2000 mA Power required Local Unit : max. 750mA Remote Unit : max. 750mA Interface (Depending on type of device) Video source/Monitor DVI-D up to 1600x1200@60Hz PS2 or USB (depending on model) Keyboard Mouse PS2 or USB (depending on model) 2-/3-button and... - Page 42 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Serial Interface Serial Speed Up to a maximum of 19,200 Baud Serial Data Format Format Independent Flow Control RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR are sent across link Maximum Length of Interconnection Cable CATx Installation cable AWG24 120m (400ft) CATx Patchcable AWG26/8 60m (200ft) Type of Interconnection Cable...
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Page 43: Pin Signal
APPENDIX F: CONNECTORS Appendix F: Connectors DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender Connector Pinouts DVI-I female connector (Output connector for ALL devices and Input connector Dualhead devices 2 Monitor) Signal Signal Signal T.M.D.S data 2- T.M.D.S data 1- T.M.D.S data 0- T.M.D.S data 2+ T.M.D.S data 1+ T.M.D.S data 0+ T.M.D.S data 2 GND... -
Page 44: Hot Plug Recognition
DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER DVI-I female connector (Input connector for ALL Singlehead devices and Input connector Dualhead devices 1 Monitor) Signal Signal Signal T.M.D.S data 2- T.M.D.S data 1- T.M.D.S data 0- T.M.D.S data 2+ T.M.D.S data 1+ T.M.D.S data 0+ T.M.D.S data 2 GND T.M.D.S data 1 GND T.M.D.S data 0 GND... - Page 45 APPENDIX F: CONNECTORS Micro Cross P&D female connector (Input connector for Dualhead devices 2 Monitor + serial/Audio) Signal Signal Signal T.M.D.S data 2- T.M.D.S data 1- T.M.D.S data 0- T.M.D.S data 2+ T.M.D.S data 1+ T.M.D.S data 0+ T.M.D.S data 2 GND T.M.D.S data 1 GND T.M.D.S data 0 GND T.M.D.S clock +...
- Page 46 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Combined Keyboard/Mouse connector (output connector Local Unit) KBD-DATA MOUSE-DATA KBD/MOUSE-GND VCC (+5V) KBD-CLK MOUSE-CLK Keyboard/Mouse connector (output connector Remote Unit) Keyboard Mouse KBD-DATA MOUSE-DATA KBD-GND MOUSE-GND VCC (+5V) VCC (+5V) KBD-CLK MOUSE-CLK...
- Page 47 APPENDIX F: CONNECTORS Keyboard/Mouse Adapter to connect Keyboard/Mouse to Local Unit Connector (device) Keyboard Mouse KBD-DATA KBD-DATA MOUSE-DATA MOUSE-DATA KBD-GND KBD -GND MOUSE-GND VCC (+5V) VCC (+5V) VCC (+5V) KBD-CLK KBD -CLK MOUSE-CLK MOUSE-CLK RS232 9 pin DSUB female (Local Unit) 9 pin DSUB male (Remote Unit) Signal Not connected...
- Page 48 DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Power Signal inner outer...
- Page 49 NOTES...
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