Gefen DVI-CAT5-MS User Manual

Dvi cat-5 ms extreme

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MS EXTREME
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M A N U A L
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  • Page 1 DVI CAT-5 MS EXTREME U S E R M A N U A L www.gefen.com...
  • Page 2 Chatsworth, CA 91311 support@gefen.com www.gefen.com Gefen Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice. The DVI CAT-5 MS Extreme is a trademark of Gefen Inc. © 2007 Gefen Inc., All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction DVI CAT-5 Extreme Sender Front Panel Descriptions DVI CAT-5 MSR Extreme Receiver Front Panel Descriptions How To Connect The DVI CAT-5 MSR Extreme Dip Switch Usage Guide CAT5 Link Cable - Wiring Diagram Mounting Plate Installation Troubleshooting Terminology Specifications Warranty TABLE OF CONTENTS...
  • Page 4: Operation Notes

    Terminology section on page 9.) If HDCP is required, both CAT-5 cables must be used between the sender and receiver units. • If the source requires EDID present, you can use the Gefen DVI Detective to provide EDID information to your source but will not transmit HDCP.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION The DVI CAT-5 MS Extreme sender unit sits next to your computer, DVD player or any set-top box with a DVI output. The cable supplied with the DVI CAT-5 MS Extreme connects your DVI source to the sender unit. The DVI CAT-5 MSR Extreme receiver unit sits next to your DVI display - up to 300 feet away.
  • Page 6: Dvi Cat-5 Extreme Sender Front Panel Descriptions

    DVI CAT-5 ExTREME SENDER FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS DVI Input connects to Connects to 5 volt DVI source power supply Power Indicator CAT-5 carries CAT-5 carries DDC/HDCP signals TMDS signals...
  • Page 7: Dvi Cat-5 Msr Extreme Receiver Front Panel Descriptions

    DVI CAT-5 MSR ExTREME RECEIVER FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Connects to DVI display Power Indicator EQ trim pod Connects to 5 volt power supply CAT-5 carries CAT-5 carries DDC/HDCP signals TMDS signals...
  • Page 8: How To Connect The Dvi Cat-5 Msr Extreme

    HOW TO CONNECT THE DVI CAT-5 MS ExTREME Connect your display to the DVI CAT-5 MSR Extreme receiver unit. Connect your source to the DVI CAT-5 Extreme sender unit Connect your CAT-5 cables between the sender and the receiver Plug the 5V power supply into the DVI CAT-5 MSR Extreme sender and receiver unit You should now have picture.
  • Page 9: Service Switch Usage Guide

    SERVICE SWITCH USAGE GUIDE The sender unit of the Gefen CAT5 MS Extreme contain a set of service switches (also called dip switches) located underneath the unit. Peeling back the silver sticker on the bottom of the unit will reveal the service switch bay. These service switches are used to boost the signal to best match the conditions in your setup.
  • Page 10: Cat5 Link Cable - Wiring Diagram

    CAT5 LINK CABLE - WIRING DIAGRAM...
  • Page 11: Mounting Plate Installation

    MOUNTING PLATE INSTALLATION...
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    What kind of CAT-5e cable should I be using? Solid core CAT-5e cable rated at 350 Mhz and terminated in 568a or 568b is the minimum requirement. For resolutions greater than 1280x1024 or 1080i, Gefen recommends solid shielded CAT-6 cables.
  • Page 13: Terminology

    TERMINOLOGY CAT-5 Category 5 cable, commonly known as Cat 5, is an unshielded twisted pair type cable designed for high signal integrity. The actual standard defines specific electrical properties of the wire, but it is most commonly known as being rated for its Ethernet capability of 100 Mbit/s.
  • Page 14: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Single Link Bandwidth...165 MHz Single Link Range...1080P/1920 x 1200 Input Video Signal...1.2 volts p-p Input DDC Signal...5 volts p-p (TTL) Input/Output DVI Connector...DVI-I (29 pin) female (Digital Only) Link Connector...RJ-45 Power Supply...5V DC Power Consumption...20 Watts (max) Dimensions...3.4”D x 3.25”W x 1.25”H Shipping Weight...3 Lbs.

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