Gefen EXT-DPKVM-241 User Manual

Gefen EXT-DPKVM-241 User Manual

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  • Page 1 2x1 DisplayPort EXT-DPKVM-241 User Manual www.gefen.com...
  • Page 2 Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging, and any accompanying doc u men ta tion without prior written notice. 2x1 DisplayPort KVM is a trademark of Gefen, LLC © 2011 Gefen, LLC. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions Connecting And Operating The 2x1 DisplayPort KVM Operating The 2x1 DisplayPort KVM RMT-2IR Remote Control Description RMT-2IR Remote Installation 10 Infrared (IR) Code Channel Confi guration 11 RS-232 Serial Control Interface 12 Additional Switching Options 13 Specifi...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Congratulations on your purchase of the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM. 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.
  • Page 5: Operation Notes

    OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 2X1 DISPLAYPORT KVM • Display Information (EDID) is normally required by source/host devices to determine the capabilities of the attached peripherals. The 2x1 DisplayPort KVM features complete EDID passthrough. This means that when EDID is present on the output device, it will be passed to the active source/host device.
  • Page 6: Features

    FEATURES Features • Switches one High-Resolution Display between two DisplayPort-equipped computers with audio/video and USB keyboards • Compact connector for easier installations • Switches up to 2560x1600 maximum resolution • Supports RGB and YCbCr color spaces Package Includes (1) DisplayPort KVM Switcher (2) 6-foot DisplayPort cable (2) 6-foot USB 2.0 cable (2) 6-foot 3.5mm mini-stereo audio cable...
  • Page 7: Panel Layout

    PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel Back Panel...
  • Page 8: Panel Descriptions

    PANEL DESCRIPTIONS LED Power Status Indicator This LED will be active once power is being supplied by the included 5V power supply. Infrared (IR) Receiver This IR receiver will accept switching commands from the included RMT-2IR remote control. LED Input Status Indicator 1 & 2 This currently selected source input will be indicated with an active LED.
  • Page 9: Connecting And Operating The 2X1 Displayport Kvm

    CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 2X1 DISPLAYPORT KVM Connecting Source Devices to the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM Connect up to two DisplayPort source devices (i.e. Computer Video Output) to the DisplayPort inputs on the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM using the included DisplayPort cables. DisplayPort Input 1 will be routed to the DisplayPort output when Input 1 is selected, and DisplayPort Input 2 will be routed to the DisplayPort output when Input 2 is selected.
  • Page 10: Operating The 2X1 Displayport Kvm

    OPERATING THE 2X1 DISPLAYPORT KVM How to Operate the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM Switching can be accomplished via the front panel selector button, infrared (IR) remote control, or the RS-232 communications port. Additional switching options can be found on page 12 For information on switching via the front panel selector button, please see this page.
  • Page 11: Rmt-2Ir Remote Control Description

    RMT-2IR REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION Pressing this button will select Input 1 as the source. All devices connected to the input ports labeled 1 will be selected and output. Pressing this button will select Input 2 as the source. All devices connected to the input ports labeled 2 will be selected and output.
  • Page 12: Rmt-2Ir Remote Installation

    RMT-2IR REMOTE INSTALLATION To use the RMT-2IR remote, remove the battery cover on the back of the remote to reveal the battery compartment. Insert the included battery into the open battery slot. The positive (+) side should be facing up. Ensure that both DIP (Dual Inline Package) switches are in the OFF position.
  • Page 13: Infrared (Ir) Code Channel Confi Guration

    INFRARED (IR) CODE CHANNEL CONFIGURATION How to Resolve IR Code Confl icts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls confl ict with the supplied RMT-2IR remote control, changing the remote channel will alleviate this issue. The RMT-2IR remote control and the 2x1 DisplayPort KVM both have banks of DIP (Dual Inline Package) switches for confi...
  • Page 14: Rs-232 Serial Control Interface

    RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL INTERFACE What features are available via the RS-232 serial communications port? The 2x1 DisplayPort KVM can accept commands through the RS-232 serial communications port located on the rear panel. The current RS-232 control features are: • Switching of inputs. How do I use these features? These features were initially intended for utilization by custom installers in automated setups.
  • Page 15: Additional Switching Options

    Enabling DIP switch 3 will allow the user to utilize a contact closure type of remote control such as Gefen product # EXT-RMT-2 to initiate input switching. By default, this switch is in the OFF position and will rely on the standard switching methods outlined previously in this manual.
  • Page 16: Specifi Cations

    SPECIFICATIONS Input Connector ..........(2) DisplayPort (from computers) Output Connector ............(1) DisplayPort (to display) Input Connector:........(2) USB 2.0 Type “B” (from computers) Output Connector: .......(2) USB 2.0 Type “A” (to keyboard/mouse) Input Connector ......(2) 3.5mm analog L/R audio (from computers) Output Connector .....
  • Page 17: Warranty

    Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notifi ed 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 modifi...
  • Page 19 Rev A1 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefen.com support@gefen.com This product uses UL listed power supplies.

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