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ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX
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- Page 1 Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500) Customer FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 Support Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 Information Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@ blackbox.com...
- Page 2 ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and ServSwitch is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc. Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Linux is registered trademark of Linus Torvalds.
- Page 3 FCC and IC RFI Statements Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference Statements This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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Page 4: Instrucciones De Seguridad
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX Instrucciones de Seguridad (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement) 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Contents 1. Specifications ....................................6 1.1 Compatibility ..................................6 2. Overview ....................................7 3. Installation ....................................8 3.1 Mounting the modules – desk or rack..........................8 3.1.1 Desk mount ................................8 3.1.2 Rack mount ................................9 3.2 Connections ................................... 10 3.2.1 Connections at the local module ........................ -
Page 6: Specifications
2.5A @ 5VDC 1.1 Compatibility Please note that ACU5501A-R4 is not compatible with earlier versions ACU5501A-R3 or ACU5501A-R2. Similarly, ACU5502A-R3 is not compatible with earlier version ACU5502A-R2. In practice this means that you must ensure that both ends of an extender pair (local and remote modules) are at the same revision level. -
Page 7: Overview
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX link with cable and patch panel connections Cable distance rules • Black Box does not recommend CAT5e cables for use • Extension distances up to 196 feet (60 m) are with this product. However, 147 feet (45 m) may be supported. -
Page 8: Installation
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3. Installation 3.1 Mounting the modules – desk or rack The ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX modules can be situated on a desk or alternatively, for larger installations, mounted within an optional rack mount chassis. 3.1.1 Desk mount Apply the supplied self-adhesive rubber feet to the underside of the module as shown in Figure 3-1: Figure 3-1. -
Page 9: Rack Mount
Chapter 3: Installation 3.1.2 Rack mount Note: The module switches are not accessible once it is inserted into the rack, therefore, check all settings before insertion. 1 Place the rack securing plate (available as a separate kit) onto the front of the module and secure it with the two countersunk screws. -
Page 10: Connections
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2 Connections Installation of the ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX modules is straightforward and requires minimal configuration in most cases. • Connections at the local module • Connections at the remote module Note: After all connections are made, power up the monitor connected to the remote module, then power up the remote mod- ule and finally switch on the computer connected to the local module. - Page 11 Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.1.2 USB connections 1 Use the supplied USB cable to link the USB socket of the local module to a vacant USB socket on the computer as shown in Figure 3-5: Figure 3-5. Attaching the USB link cable [Dual-variant only] Optionally attach a second USB connection from the computer system using the supplied USB cable.
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Page 12: Link Connections
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2.1.3 Link connections 1 Connect the link cable (see Overview page for cable advice) to the local module socket labeled as shown in Figure TO REMOTE 3-7: Figure 3-7. Attaching the CATx link cable [Dual-variant only] Attach a second category 5e, 6 or 7a link cable (up to 60 metres in length) to the upper socket on the dual-variant local module. - Page 13 Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.1.4 Audio connections (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) Optionally link a audio input to the local module using a 3.5mm audio cable. Figure 3-9. Attaching an audio link to the local module (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) 3.2.1.5 Audio connections (dual-variants only) Optionally link one or two stereo audio inputs to the local module using 3.5mm audio cable(s).
- Page 14 The local module is designed to derive its power from the host computer via the USB connection (two connections for the dual variant). If this is not possible, then you will need to use one or two optional Black Box power adapters.
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Page 15: Connections At The Remote Module
Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.2 Connections at the remote module 3.2.2.1 Video connections 1 Connect the DVI/D lead from the video monitor to the DVI output socket of the remote module as shown in Figure 3-13: Figure 3-13. Attaching the DVI/D video monitor cable [Dual-variant only] Optionally attach a second DVI video monitor. - Page 16 ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2.2.2 USB connections 1 Connect the leads from the keyboard and mouse to two of the USB sockets on the remote module as shown in Figure 3-15: Note: It is not important which of the four sockets are used.
- Page 17 Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.2.3 Link connections 1 Connect the link cable (see Overview page for cable advice) to the remote module socket labeled as shown in Figure TO LOCAL 3-17: Figure 3-17. Attaching the CATx link cable [Dual-variant only] Attach a second category 5e, 6 or 7a link cable (up to 60 metres in length) to the upper socket on the dual-variant remote module.
- Page 18 ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2.2.4 Speaker connections (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) Optionally link stereo speakers to the remote module using 3.5mm audio cable. Figure 3-19. Attaching speakers to the remote module (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) 3.2.2.5 Speaker connections (dual variants only) Optionally link one or two stereo speakers to the remote module using 3.5mm audio cable(s).
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Page 19: Power Connections
Chapter 4: Operation 3.2.2.6 Power connections 1 Connect the output lead of the supplied power adapter to the socket labeled ‘ ‘ on the remote module as shown in POWER Figures 3-21 and 3-22: Figure 3-21. Attaching the power adapter connection Figure 3-22. -
Page 20: Operation
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 4. Operation 4.1 General use In use, the ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX modules should be transparent - the system and its peripherals should operate exactly as normal, the only difference being that they are now up to 196 feet (60 meters) apart. 4.2 Video display (EDID) information Extended Display Identification Data (or EDID) is an industry standard scheme which allows video monitors to declare their capa- bilities to the computer’s video adapter circuitry, allowing the latter to optimise their outputs accordingly. -
Page 21: Power And Activity Indicators
Chapter 4: Operation 4.4 Power and activity indicators Each module provides two indicators to confirm power status and also feedback about the various input signals: Local module Green: • On when power is present. Yellow: • On when a valid DVI video input signal is being received from the computer. -
Page 22: Appendix A. Troubleshooting
ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX Appendix A. Troubleshooting A.1 No video image is displayed on the remote monitor • Check the yellow indicators on the local and remote modules while no keys are pressed on the keyboard and no mouse move- ments are being made - both indicators should be continually on when a valid video signal is present. -
Page 23: Appendix B. Safety Information
Appendices Appendix B. Safety Information • For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only. • Do not use to link between buildings. • Ensure that the twisted pair interconnect cable is installed in compliance with all applicable wiring regulations. •... -
Page 24: Network Services
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