Gefen RS-232 User Manual

Extend dvi and rs-232 up to 300 feet
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Send flawless hi-def video and RS232 signals over two economical CAT-5
cables -- up to 300 feet away.
Extending state-of-the-art digital video displays, computer monitors and touch screens has never
been easier.
Distances up to 300 feet are guaranteed to perform beautifully, giving you a reliable method of all-
digital extension while streamlining your installation cabling needs.
CAT-5 Cables
How It Works
You simply connect the DVI RS232 Extender sender unit to your DVI and RS232 source using the
supplied cables. Your DVI display, monitor or touch screen plugs into the DVI RS-232 Extender's
receiver unit - up to 300 feet away. Two CAT-5 cables connect the sender and the receiver units to
each other, linking local and remote locations.
DVI Cables
Note: The DVI RS232 Extender is HDCP compliant.
DVI, HDCP & HDMI Defined
Features:
Extends any DVI & RS232 compliant device up to 300 feet from the computer
Uses CAT-5e cable for DDC and control signals
Perfect for digital signage applications
Video is transmitted digitally over CAT-5e cable for zero signal loss
Supports resolutions up to 1080p, 2K, and 1920 x 1200
300 ft extension at 1280x1024/1080i
150 ft extension at 1920x1200/1080p
Supports DDWG standard for DVI-compliant monitors
HDCP compliant

Specifications:

Video Amplifier Bandwidth: 165 MHz
Input Video Signal: 1.2 volts p-p
Input DDC Signal: 5 volts p-p (TTL)
Single Link Range: 1080p/1920 x 1200
DVI Connector: DVI-I (29 pin) female (digital only)
RS232 Input Connector: DB-9 female
RS232 Output Connector: DB-9 male
Conforms to RS-232C standards
Link Connector: RJ-45 Shielded
Power Supply: 5V DC
Power Consumption: 20 watts (max)
Dimensions: 4.75"W x 1.125"H x 3.375"D
Shipping Weight: 5 lbs.
Package Includes:
One DVI RS232 Extender-S
One DVI RS232 Extender-R
One 6 ft. DVI Cable
One 6 ft. RS232 Cable
Two 5V Power Supplies
User's Manual
Dystrybucja i sprzedaż: Meditronik Sp. z o.o.
02-952 Warszawa, ul. Wiertnicza 129, tel. (+48 22) 651-72-42, fax (+48 22) 651-72-46
http://www.meditronik.com.pl
e-mail: office@meditronik.com.pl
EXT-DVIRS232-CAT5

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  • Page 1: Specifications

    You simply connect the DVI RS232 Extender sender unit to your DVI and RS232 source using the supplied cables. Your DVI display, monitor or touch screen plugs into the DVI RS-232 Extender's receiver unit - up to 300 feet away. Two CAT-5 cables connect the sender and the receiver units to each other, linking local and remote locations.
  • Page 2 DVI RS-232 Extender U S E R M A N U A L www.gefen.com...
  • Page 3 Notice Gefen Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging and any accompanying doc u men ta tion without prior written notice. The DVI RS-232 Extender is a trademark of Gefen Inc. © 2007 Gefen Inc., All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes DVI RS-232 Extender Sender Front Panel Descriptions DVI RS-232 Extender Receiver Front Panel Descriptions How To Connect The DVI RS-232 Extender Dip Switch Usage Guide CAT5 Link Cable - Wiring Diagram Specifi cations Warranty...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    DVI source to the send unit. The DVI RS-232 Extender receiver unit sits next to your DVI display - up to 150 feet away. The display plugs into the back of the DVI RS-232 Extender receiver unit. Two CAT-5 cables connect the DVI RS-232 Extender-S and the DVI RS-232 Extender-R units to each other.
  • Page 6: Operation Notes

    READ THESE NOTES BEFORE IN STALL ING OR OPERATING THE DVI RS-232 EXTENDER • The DVI RS-232 Extender is housed in a metal box for better RF shielding. * In order to extend the full 150 feet you need a high quality CAT5e cable.
  • Page 7: Dvi Rs-232 Extender Sender Front Panel Descriptions

    DVI RS-232 EXTENDER SENDER FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Connects to 5 volt DVI input connects to RS-232 input power supply DVI source CAT-5 carries CAT-5 carries TMDS signals DDC/RS-232 signals...
  • Page 8: Dvi Rs-232 Extender Receiver Front Panel Descriptions

    DVI RS-232 EXTENDER RECEIVER FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Connects to Connects to DVI Connects to 5 volt RS-232 Device display power supply CAT-5 carries CAT-5 carries DDC/RS-232 signals TMDS signals...
  • Page 9: How To Connect The Dvi Rs-232 Extender

    Connect your CAT-5 cables between the sender and the receiver Plug the 5V power supplies into the DVI RS-232 Extender sender and receiver units You should now have picture. If you do not see a picture, try unplugging and re- plugging the DVI input on the DVI Extender sender unit.
  • Page 10: Dip Switch Usage Guide

    DIP SWITCH USAGE GUIDE Gefen CAT5 Extenders (sender and receiver) both contain a pair of dip switches located on the board. These dip switches are used to select from a set of confi gurations that will equalize the signal to best match the conditions in your setup.
  • Page 11: Cat5 Link Cable - Wiring Diagram

    CAT5 LINK CABLE - WIRING DIAGRAM...
  • Page 12: Specifi Cations

    SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifi er Bandwidth ................. 1.65 GHz Single Link Range ..................1920 x 1200 Vertical Frequency Range ..................60 Hz Input Video Signal...................1.2 volts p-p Input DDC Signal....................5 volts p-p DVI Input/Output Connector Type ................DVI-I Serial In ......................9-Pin Female Serial Out ......................9-Pin Male Link Connector ......................
  • Page 13: Warranty

    Gefen Inc. warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen Inc. is notifi ed within two (2) year from the date of shipment, Gefen Inc. 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 14 CAT5 cable, try replacing the DDC cable. I can’t seem to get my RS-232 devices to detect and connect, what’s wrong? The DVI RS232 Extender only extends the Tx and Rx lines of RS232. If you need full RS232 extension of every line, you will need the standalone RS232 Extender units.

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