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  • Page 1 AdderLink X-Series USB Extender ...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome Operation Introduction ................2 General use ................11 Supplied items ................3 Power surge fuses..............11 Power and activity indicators............11 Installation Signal loss compensation ............12 Video signal boost ..............12 Mounting a module – desk or rack ..........4 Multi frequency video boost ...........12 Connections .................5 High frequency video boost ..........12 Connections at the LOCAL module........5...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Welcome Introduction Thank you for choosing the AdderLink X-Series Video, USB, speaker Optional power supply USB extender set. These compact modules and microphone unit (not needed when connections from allow you to extend the distance between any USB connection to PC host PC system and its peripherals by up to 100 metres.
  • Page 4: Supplied Items

    Supplied items Optional power supply connection Operation indicators Connections to REMOTE module Video cable LOCAL extender module Connection to PC microphone and speaker ports Self adhesive rubber feet Connection to PC video output Video Power supply Connection to compensation connection PC USB port adjustment Operation...
  • Page 5: Installation

    Installation The installation of the USB Extender set is straightforward and can best be achieved in most cases by following these stages for each module: • Mount the module • Connect the cables Mounting a module – desk or rack The USB Extender modules can be situated on a desk (or floor) or alternatively, for larger installations, mounted within optional rack...
  • Page 6: Connections

    Connections The naming of the LOCAL and REMOTE modules relate to their proximity to the computer system. User S E R I E S S E R I E S LOCAL Module REMOTE Module connects to the PC connects to the peripherals by the user Hence, the LOCAL module connects directly to the system, while the REMOTE is at the other end of the twisted pair cable(s) and attaches to the video monitor,...
  • Page 7: Usb

    Audio 1 Locate the supplied USB cable and insert the smaller connector into the 1 Locate the supplied audio cable and attach one end to the required jack LOCAL module socket marked socket marked (speaker) or (microphone) on the LOCAL module (if you need to simultaneously use the speaker and microphone connections, a second audio link cable will be needed).
  • Page 8: Link Connection(S)

    Link connection(s) Optional power supply Links between the LOCAL and REMOTE modules are made via one (or two) A power supply is only required by the LOCAL module when no USB connection twisted pair cables, specified to Category 5 or higher. Ensure that the total is made to the USB port of the PC.
  • Page 9: Connections At The Remote Module

    Connections at the REMOTE module When using the full capabilities of the X-Series USB extender modules, the following connections are made to the REMOTE module: • Video monitor - see below • USB devices - see below Audio (microphone and speakers) •...
  • Page 10: Audio Connections

    Audio connections Link connection(s) Audio connections are available at the two 3.5” jack sockets mounted on the Links between the REMOTE and LOCAL modules are made via one (or two) side (same side as the switch bank) of the REMOTE module. twisted pair cables, specified to Category 5 or higher.
  • Page 11: Power Supply

    Power supply A power supply is always required by the REMOTE module. 1 Attach the output connector of the power supply to the REMOTE module socket marked ‘POWER’. 2 Insert the IEC connector of the supplied power lead into the corresponding socket of the power supply.
  • Page 12: Operation

    Operation General use Power and activity indicators In use, the USB Extender modules should be transparent - the system and its The front panels of both modules feature recessed indicators to provide confirmation of power and activity. peripherals should operate exactly as normal, the only difference being that they are now up to 100 metres apart.
  • Page 13: Signal Loss Compensation

    To rectify such a problem slot of the small recessed dial on the REMOTE High contrast White or black you may need to install an Adder Skew Compensator (part number: X-SC). black character shadow on module, marked ‘COMPENSATION’.
  • Page 14: Microphone Signal Boost

    Microphone signal boost Most microphones function perfectly well with the standard amplification provided by the X-Series USB extenders, however, less responsive microphones may require an extra boost. This feature boosts the microphone signal by roughly ten times. Microphone signal boost Switch 1 Disabled Enabled...
  • Page 15: Further Information

    Troubleshooting section then we provide a number of other solutions: • If possible, try using an alternative USB + VIDEO link cable between the • Adder Technology website – www.adder.com modules. Check the Support section of our website for the latest solutions.
  • Page 16: Safety Information

    If the product should fail to operate correctly in normal use during the • for Gold Extender local module (part code: X-RMK-KVMAS/T) warranty period, Adder will replace or repair it free of charge. No liability can be • for Dual Video Transmitter (part code: X-RMK-DVT) accepted for damage due to misuse or circumstances outside Adder’s control.
  • Page 17: Radio Frequency Energy

    Radio Frequency Energy A Category 5 (or better) twisted pair cable must be used to connect the AdderLink units in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances. All other interface cables used with this equipment must be shielded in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances.
  • Page 18 © 2004 Adder Technology Limited All trademarks are acknowledged. Release 1.0d December 2004 Part No. ADD0055 Adder Corporation, Adder Technology Limited, Technology House, 29 Water Street, Trafalgar Way, Bar Hill, Newburyport, Cambridge, CB3 8SQ, MA 01950, United States of America...

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