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- Page 1 DisplayPort CAT-7 Extender Over EXT-DP-2CAT7 User Manual Release A4...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 Important Safety Instructions GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this product near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. -
Page 3: Warranty Information
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 notified 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 modifications. - Page 4 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacific Time DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 is a trademark of Gefen, LLC. Important Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice. © 2013 Gefen, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
- Page 5 DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 Operating Notes • CAT-7 cables should not exceed 100 feet (30 meters). • Resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) or 1080p Full HD are supported when using a single CAT-7 cable. Two CAT-7 cables must be used to support 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA).
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Page 6: Packing List
The DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 ships with the items listed below. If any of these items are not present in the box when you first open it, immediately contact your dealer or Gefen. • 1 x DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 (Sender unit) •... -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 Table of Contents Getting Started Panel Layout ......................2 Sender Unit (Front) ..................2 Sender Unit (Back) ..................3 Receiver Unit (Front) ..................4 Receiver Unit (Back) ..................5 Installation ......................6 Connecting the DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 ........6 Sample Wiring Diagram ................ -
Page 9: 01 Getting Started
DisplayPort CAT-7 Extender Over 01 Getting Started Panel Layout ......................2 Sender Unit (Front) ..................2 Sender Unit (Back) ..................3 Receiver Unit (Front) ..................4 Receiver Unit (Back) ..................5 Installation ......................6 Connecting the DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 ........6 Sample Wiring Diagram ................ -
Page 10: Panel Layout
Getting Started Panel Layout Sender Unit (Front) Name Description Link 1 Connect a CAT-7 cable up to 100 feet (30 meters) from this jack to the Link 1 jack on the Receiver unit. Link 2 Connect a CAT-7 cable up to 100 feet (30 meters) from this jack to the Link 2 jack on the Receiver unit. -
Page 11: Sender Unit (Back)
Getting Started Panel Layout Sender Unit (Back) Name Description 5V DC Connect the included 5V DC locking power supply to this connector and plug the AC power cord into an available electrical outlet. Only use the power supply shipped with this unit. -
Page 12: Receiver Unit (Front)
Getting Started Panel Layout Receiver Unit (Front) Name Description Link 1 Connect a CAT-7 cable up to 100 feet (30 meters) from this jack to the Link 1 jack on the Sender unit. Link 2 Connect a CAT-7 cable up to 100 feet (30 meters) from this jack to the Link 2 jack on the Sender unit. -
Page 13: Receiver Unit (Back)
Getting Started Panel Layout Receiver Unit (Back) Name Description Link This LED indicator will glow bright green when the Sender and Receiver unit are connected using two CAT-7 cables. The Sender unit must be powered. DP Out Connect a DisplayPort cable from this port to the display. -
Page 14: Installation
Connect the included 5V DC locking power supply to the Sender unit. Do not over- tighten the locking connectors. Plug the AC power cord from the power supply to an available electrical outlet. Sample Wiring Diagram CAT-7 CABLE DISPLAYPORT CABLE Computer Receiver Sender DisplayPort Display EXT-DP-2CAT7 page | 6... - Page 17 DisplayPort CAT-7 Extender Over 02 Operating the DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 LED Indicators ..................... 10 DIP Switch Configuration ..................11 Hot-Plug Detect (HPD) ..................12 Adjusting the Signal Quality ................13...
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Page 18: Operating The Displayport Extender Over Cat-7
Operating the DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 LED Indicators The LED indicators on the Sender and Receiver unit provide basic information on the current status of the DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7. Status Description Power Solid blue • Power connected to Sender unit. •... -
Page 19: Dip Switch Configuration
Operating the DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 DIP Switch Configuration The DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 contains four DIP switches on the bottom of the Sender unit. Adjust the DIP switch settings based on the type and cable length that is being used. DIP switches located on the bottom of the Sender Unit. -
Page 20: Hot-Plug Detect (Hpd)
Operating the DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 Hot-Plug Detect (HPD) The DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 has an HPD button on the front of the Receiver unit. Pressing this button will cycle the HPD (Hot-Plug Detect) line on the display (sink) device. This HPD button provides the same effect as disconnecting then reconnecting the DisplayPort cable from the Receiver unit. -
Page 21: Adjusting The Signal Quality
Operating the DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 Adjusting the Signal Quality The DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 has an equalization device on the front of the Receiver unit. This 16-position rotary switch is used to adjust the boost level depending upon the length of the CAT-7 cable. Insert a small flat-headed tool into the notch on the rotary switch. -
Page 23: 03 Appendix
DisplayPort CAT-7 Extender Over 03 Appendix Cable Termination ....................16 Surface-Mounting Instructions................17 Specifications ...................... 18... -
Page 24: Cable Termination
Appendix Cable Termination Front of RJ-45 Connector 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Gefen recommends the TIA/EIA-568-B wiring option. Use the table below when field-terminating cable for use with Gefen products. Color Description Orange / White TD+ (Transmit Data, positive differential signal) -
Page 25: Surface-Mounting Instructions
Appendix Surface-Mounting Instructions The Gefen DisplayPort Extender over CAT-7 can be mounted on any horizontal or vertical flat surface (e.g. wall or inside / outside a cabinet with wood / drywall screws) as shown in the diagram above. There should be an inch or two of clearance between the edges of the unit and any walls or vertical surfaces to allow for enough clearance for connection and disconnection of the DisplayPort cable. -
Page 26: Specifications
Appendix Specifications Supported Formats Resolutions (max.) • 1080p Full HD • 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) Electrical Video Data Rate • Up to 2.7 Gb/s EQ Switch (Receiver) • 1 x 16-position rotary type HPD Auto Calibration button (Receiver) • 1 x tact-type Boost Level Switches (Sender) •... - Page 28 Stretch it, Switch it, Split it, Control it. Gefen’s got it. ® 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 or CE compliant power supplies.
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