CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Sender Unit Layout Sender Unit Descriptions Receiver Unit Layout Receiver Unit Descriptions Connecting the 2x Dual Link DVIKVM Extender Over CAT-6a Wiring Diagram 10 DIP Switch Configuration 12 Adjusting the Signal Quality 13 Network Cable Wiring Diagram 14 Specifications 15 Warranty...
HDTV systems of all sizes with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate. The Gefen 2x Dual Link DVI KVM Extender Over CAT-6a The 2x Dual Link DVIKVM Extender over CAT-6a is a cost-effective solution that allows the extension of keyboard, video and mouse to a remote workstation up to 200 feet (60 meters away).
OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 2X DUAL LINK DVIKVM EXTENDER OVER CAT-6A • The 2x Dual Link DVIKVM Extender Over CAT-6a was designed for use with high quality CAT-6a (augmented) cabling. This unit will either not perform to specification if cabling other than CAT-6a is used.
FEATURES Features • Extends two dual-link DVI sources with USB 2.0 up to 200 feet (60 meters) using CAT-6a cables. • Supports 1080p Full HD at 120Hz and dual-link resolutions up to 3840 x 2400 • HDCP-compliant • Supports 480 Mbps using USB 2.0 •...
SENDER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS Power This LED indicator will glow bright red once the included 5V DC locking power supply is properly connected between the unit and an available electrical outlet. CAT-6 / Link 1.1 Connect a CAT-6a cable between this port and the CAT-6 / Link 1.1 port on the Receiver unit.
RECEIVER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS EQ 1 The EQ adjustment (trim pot) for DVI Out 1. Both EQ 1 and EQ 2 compensate for the extension distance and the quality/skew variances that are found in different brands of CAT-6a cables. EQ 2 The EQ adjustment (trim pot) for DVI Out 2.
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RECEIVER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS 13 Link 1.2 Connect a CAT-6a cable between this port and the CAT-6 / Link 1.2 port on the Sender unit. 14 5V DC Connect the included 5V DC power supply between this input and an open wall power socket.
Connect the AC power cord from each power supply to available electrical outlets. Wiring Diagram for the 2x Dual Link DVIKVM Extender Over CAT-6a DUAL LINK DVI CABLE CAT-6 CABLE USB CABLE Computer Computer Sender Dual Link DVI Display Receiver USB Mouse USB Keyboard EXT-2DVI-DLKVM-CAT6 Dual Link DVI Display...
DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION DIP Switch Location On the bottom of both the Sender unit and Receiver unit is a bank four (4) DIP switches. The DIP switches on the Sender unit allow the management of EDID, fiber optic extenders, and HDCP. NOTE: The DIP switches on the Receiver unit do not provide any function and are reserved for future expansion.
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DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION DIP Switch 2: +5V for Fiber Optic Extenders • ON - Enable +5V Enable +5V for DVI fiber optic extenders. • OFF (default) - Disable +5V Disable +5V for DVI fiber optic extenders. DIP Switch 3: DVI Support* DIP switch 3 is only functional when DIP switch 1 is set to OFF (Local EDID).
ADJUSTING THE SIGNAL QUALITY Adjusting the Signal Quality The 2x Dual Link DVIKVM Extender Over CAT-6a Receiver unit has two trim pots (trim potentiometers) to compensate for the extension distance and the quality/skew variances that are found in different CAT-6a cabling brands. EQ 1 adjusts the output signal for DVI Out 1 and EQ 2 adjusts the signal for DVI Out 2.
NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM Gefen has specifically engineered products to work with the TIA/EIA-568-B specification. Please follow the table below when field terminating cable for use with Gefen products. Failure to do so may produce unexpected results and reduced performance. Color...
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.
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