CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions IR Remote Control Layout and Descriptions Installing the Battery Setting the IR channel Connecting the 2x1 DVIKVM DL Switch Wiring Diagram Operating the 2x1 DVIKVM DL Switch Switching sources Switching using the IR Remote Control Switching using the RMT2 Switching using contact closure Setting the IR channel...
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Gefen 2X1 DVIKVM DL Switch. 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.
When turning on or rebooting your computers, the DVI DL Switcher must be selected to the computer that is booting until the computer completes the boot cycle. This step can be eliminated using the Gefen DVI Detective, which stores the displays EDID.
FEATURES Features • Switches easily between any two DVI computers with USB 2.0 and audio • Maintains highest resolution single link video • Saves time and increase your productivity • Use either PC or Mac USB 2.0 keyboard/mouse • Independent EQ adjustments that compensate •...
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Power This LED will glow bright red once the included 5V DC locking power supply has been connected and plugged into an available electrical outlet. IR Sensor Receives IR commands from the included IR Remote Control Unit. Source Selection Indicators These LED indicators will glow bright blue depending upon which input source is selected.
IR REMOTE CONTROL Layout and Descriptions LED Indicator This LED will be activated momentarily each time one of the two buttons are pressed. Input Selection Press these buttons to select the input source. NOTE: An Activity Indicator that fl ashes quickly while holding down any one of the 16 buttons indicates a low battery.
IR REMOTE CONTROL Installing the Battery The Remote Control unit ships with two batteries. One battery is required for operation and the other battery is a spare. Remove the battery cover on the back of the IR Remote Control unit. Insert the included battery into the open battery slot.
Plug the AC power cords from the power supply to an available electrical outlet. Wiring Diagram for the 2X1 DVIKVM DL Switch DVI (SL /DL) CABLE MINI STEREO AUDIO CABLE USB CABLE Computer Display Computer w/USB & Audio DVI KVM Switcher Powered Speakers EXT-DVIKVM-241DL...
OPERATING THE 2X1 DVIKVM DL SWITCH Switching sources Use the Select button on the front panel or the included IR Remote Control unit to switch between sources. Switching using the front panel • Press the Select button on the front panel to toggle between input 1 (DVI In 1) and input 2 (DVI In 2).
OPERATING THE 2X1 DVIKVM DL SWITCH Switching using the RMT2 (not included) Connect the RMT2 Remote (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-2) to the Remote jack on the 2X1 DVIKVM DL Switch, using a 3.5mm mini-stereo cable. Press the button on the front of the RMT2 Remote to switch between DVI In 1 and DVI In 2.
OPERATING THE 2X1 DVIKVM DL SWITCH Switching using Contact Closure Locate the DIP switch bank on the bottom of the 2x1 DVIKVM Switch. Set DIP switch 3 to the ON position to enable discrete contact closure switching. Set DIP 3 to the ON p osition NOTE: When DIP switch 3 is set to the ON position, then the 2x1 DVIKVM DL Switch will no longer receive IR commands from the IR...
OPERATING THE 2X1 DVIKVM DL SWITCH When discrete contact closure switching is enabled, the following actions are valid: • If the remote wire is note shorted, then DVI In 1 will always be selected. • If the ring is shorted to the sleeve, then DVI In 2 will always be selected. The diagram below outlines a typical 3.5mm mini-stereo TRS (Tip-Ring-Sleeve) connector.
OPERATING THE 2X1 DVIKVM DL SWITCH Using the IR Extender (not included) On the bottom of the 2x1 DVIKVM DL Switch, locate the DIP switch bank and set DIP switch 4 to the ON position. Set DIP 4 to the ON p osition Connect the IR Extender to the Remote jack on the 2x1 DVIKVM DL Switch.
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...
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Rev A4 This product uses UL or CE listed power supplies.
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