System Overview ..............8 Product Range ..............9 Rack Mount Kits ..............9 Accessories................. 9 Device Views ..............10 3.6.1 Model K473-SSH (Single-Head) ......10 3.6.2 Model K473-DSH (Dual-Head)......11 3.6.3 Model K473-SST (Single-Head)......13 3.6.4 Model K473-DST (Dual-Head) ......14 Diagnostics ...............
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Regulatory and Standards Compliance ........41 10.1 CE Declaration Of Conformity........... 41 10.2 North American Regulatory Compliance ......42 10.3 WEEE ................42 10.4 RoHS ................42 Glossary..................43 Pos: 1 /806-IHSE/Zu diesem Handbuch/ATB_Zu diesem Handbuch @ 5\mod_1278573163276_6.doc @ 41510 @ 1222 2011-02-23...
This symbol indicates important information to help you make the best use of this product. Pos: 2 /806-IHSE/Sicherheitshinweise/ATB_Sicherheitshinweise @ 5\mod_1278573321245_6.doc @ 41528 @ 1 2011-02-23...
Do not attempt to open or repair the KVM Extender. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Please contact your dealer or manufacturer if there is a fault. Pos: 3 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/UEB_Beschreibung @ 5\mod_1278573379151_6.doc @ 41546 @ 1 2011-02-23...
The KVM Extender is designed for use with Cat X (Twisted Pair) interconnect cables. The KVM Extender is unsuitable for connection between buildings where a fiber optic based product should be used instead. Pos: 5 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/System-Übersicht /VAR_KVM_Single-/Dual-Head_USB 2.0 @ 5\mod_1278573552245_6.doc @ 41582 @ 2 2011-02-23...
KVM Extender CON Unit Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse) Second monitor (option, only with Dual-Head devices) USB 2.0 devices (option, only with USB 2.0 devices) See Chapter 4.3, Page 20 for installation examples. Pos: 6 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Gerätetypen/473-xx @ 5\mod_1278573628448_6.doc @ 41600 @ 2 2011-02-23...
Description Product Range Model Description K473-SSH Single-Head KVM Extender for 1x DVI Single Link (up to 1920x1200), 2x USB-HID (keyboard / mouse) K473-DSH Dual-Head KVM Extender for 2x DVI Single Link (up to 1920x1200), 4x USB-HID (keyboard / mouse) K473-SST Single-Head KVM Extender for 1x DVI Single Link (up to 1920x1200), 4x USB 2.0 (transparent)
DSXi KVM Extender Device Views Pos: 10 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/473-xx/Typ K473-SSH (Single-Head) @ 5\mod_1278573803667_6.doc @ 41672 @ 3 3.6.1 Model K473-SSH (Single-Head) CPU Unit Front View Rear View To CPU: DVI-D Connect to 5VDC power supply To CPU: USB-HID Service port Configuration DIP switches...
Description 3.6.2 Model K473-DSH (Dual-Head) CPU Unit Front View Rear View To CPU: DVI-D 1 Connect to 5VDC power supply To CPU: USB-HID 1 Service port 1 To CPU: DVI-D 2 Configuration DIP switches 1 To CPU: USB-HID 2 Connect to interconnect cable 1 Service port 2 Configuration DIP switches 2 Connect to interconnect cable 2...
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Connect to 5VDC power supply Service port 2 Configuration DIP switches 2 Connect to interconnect cable 2 Service port 1 Configuration DIP switches 1 Connect to interconnect cable 1 Pos: 12 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/473-xx/Typ K473-SST (Single-Head) @ 5\mod_1278574466386_6.doc @ 41710 @ 3 2011-02-23...
Connect to DVI monitor Connect to 5VDC power supply Connect to USB 2.0 devices Service port Connect to interconnect cable U Connect to interconnect cable 1 Configuration DIP switches Pos: 13 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/473-xx/Typ K473-DST (Dual-Head) @ 5\mod_1278574579964_6.doc @ 41728 @ 3 2011-02-23...
DSXi KVM Extender 3.6.4 Model K473-DST (Dual-Head) CPU Unit Front View Rear View To CPU: DVI-D 1 Connect to 5VDC power supply To CPU: USB-HID Service port 1 To CPU: DVI-D 2 Configuration DIP switches 1 To CPU: USB 2.0 Connect to interconnect cable 1 Service port 2 Connect to interconnect cable U...
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Connect to 5VDC power supply Service port 2 Connect to interconnect cable U Connect to interconnect cable 2 Configuration DIP switches 2 Service port 1 Configuration DIP switches 1 Connect to interconnect cable 1 Pos: 14 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Diagnose-LEDs/473-xx @ 5\mod_1278574921511_6.doc @ 41750 @ 2 2011-02-23...
DSXi KVM Extender Diagnostics The KVM Extender is fitted with the following LEDs for status indication at CPU Unit and CON Unit: Devices with USB-HID (CPU Unit and CON Unit) Rear View Front View Pos. LED Status Diagnostics Power Device not ready (red) Device ready Link Status...
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CPU Unit or no monitor detected DVI signal from video source available flashing Monitor DDC is being transmitted from the console monitor USB Status No USB connection (green) USB connection available Pos: 15 /806-IHSE/Installation/UEB_Installation @ 5\mod_1278574971589_6.doc @ 41768 @ 1 2011-02-23...
DSXi KVM Extender Installation Pos: 16 /806-IHSE/Installation/Lieferumfang prüfen/473-xx @ 5\mod_1278575025589_6.doc @ 41786 @ 2 Package Contents You should receive the following items in your extender package: KVM Extender pair (CPU Unit and CON Unit) 2x 5VDC international power supply unit ...
Connect the 5VDC power supply to the CPU Unit. Power up the system. To power up the system, the following sequence is recommended: Monitor – CON Unit – CPU Unit – source. Pos: 18 /806-IHSE/Installation/Installationsbeispiele/UEB_Installationsbeispiele @ 5\mod_1278581564870_6.doc @ 42759 @ 2 2011-02-23...
DSXi KVM Extender Example Applications This section illustrates typical installations of KVM Extenders: Pos: 19 /806-IHSE/Installation/Installationsbeispiele/VAR_KVM_Single-/Dual-Head_USB 2.0 @ 5\mod_1278575500636_6.doc @ 41828 @ KVM Extender (Single-Head) KVM Extender (Dual-Head) 2011-02-23...
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KVM Extender CPU Unit Interconnect cable KVM Extender CON Unit Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse) Second monitor (option, only with Dual-Head devices) USB 2.0 devices (option, only with USB 2.0 devices) Pos: 20 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/UEB_Konfiguration @ 5\mod_1278575517073_6.doc @ 41846 @ 1 2011-02-23...
DSXi KVM Extender Configuration Pos: 21 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Übertragungsparameter/73-xx @ 5\mod_1278575636042_6.doc @ 41864 @ 233 Transmission Parameters By default, the device will automatically adapt to optimize video quality. This configuration is suitable for almost all conditions and should only be modified if video quality is not satisfactory.
Cable lengths refer to Cat X solid-core cable type AWG24. Using flexible stranded cables (patch cables) of type AWG26/8 is possible, however the maximum possible extension distance is halved. Change your DIP switch settings. Pos: 22 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/DDC-Einstellungen/473-xx @ 5\mod_1278577797886_6.doc @ 41988 @ 2 2011-02-23...
Reading of DDC information is performed during operation (see Chapter 6.2, Page 27). If DIP switch 3 on the CPU Unit is in upper position the CPU will only ever be sent the factory preset DDC information. Pos: 23 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Betriebsart wählen/473-xx @ 5\mod_1278577842120_6.doc @ 42006 @ 2 2011-02-23...
Switch down Switch up No used Position Standard operation (default) Test mode Devices before 2010: Update mode activated During standard operation, DIP switch 4 must stay in the down position. Pos: 24 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Kommando-Modus/VAR_KVM_USB-HID @ 5\mod_1278577943980_6.doc @ 42024 @ 2 2011-02-23...
Operation Operation Pos: 26 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Übertragungsparameter neu bestimmen (Auto-Adjust)/473-xx @ 5\mod_1278578041089_6.doc @ 42060 @ 2 Readjustment of Transmission Parameters (Auto-Adjust) On KVM Extenders with USB-HID support (not for model K473-SST), the user can initiate an automatic readjustment of transmission parameters. The KVM Extender will automatically optimize video quality.
Move DIP switch 3 on the CON Unit to the down position. Accidental download of DDC information can thus be avoided. Pos: 28 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/UEB_Technische Daten @ 5\mod_1278578165261_6.doc @ 42096 @ 1 2011-02-23...
Specifications Specifications Pos: 29 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Schnittstellen/UEB_Schnittstellen @ 5\mod_1278578201870_6.doc @ 42114 @ 2 Interfaces Pos: 30 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Schnittstellen/DVI-D-Single-Link @ 5\mod_1278578254058_6.doc @ 42132 @ 3 7.1.1 DVI-D Single Link The video interface supports the DVI-D protocol. All signals that comply to DVI-D Single Link norm can be transmitted. This includes e.g. monitor resolutions such as 1920x1200@60Hz, Full HD (1080p) or 2K HD (up to 2048x1152).
DSXi KVM Extender Pos: 33 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Schnittstellen/USB 2.0 (transparent) @ 5\mod_1278578316386_6.doc @ 42168 @ 3 7.1.3 USB 2.0 (transparent) KVM Extender models with transparent USB 2.0 support allow the connection of all types of USB 2.0 devices (without restriction). USB 2.0 data transfer is supported with USB high speed max.
Specifications Interconnect Cable Pos: 36 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Verbindungskabel/Verbindungskabel (Cat X) @ 5\mod_1278578406026_6.doc @ 42205 @ 3 7.2.1 Cat X A point-to-point connection is required. Operation with several patch fields is possible. Routing over an active network component, such as an Ethernet Hub, Router or Switch, is not allowed.
This technology supports all types of USB 2.0 devices, however the manufacturer cannot guarantee compatibility with every device on the market. Please contact your dealer if any issues are found. Pos: 41 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Getestete Peripherie/Verbindungskabel (Cat X) @ 5\mod_1278578615355_6.doc @ 42296 @ 3 7.3.3 Interconnect Cable (Cat X) KVM Extenders should be used with cables as described in Chapter 7.2.1,...
Internal use Hot Plug T.M.D.S clock – recognition Internal use Internal use n.c. Internal use Pos: 44 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Pinbelegungen/Buchse USB Typ B @ 5\mod_1278578750464_6.doc @ 42351 @ Connector USB Type B Picture Signal Color VCC (+5VDC) Data – White Data +...
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Picture Signal Color VCC (+5VDC) Data – White Data + Green Black Pos: 46 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Pinbelegungen/Buchse Mini-USB Typ B @ 5\mod_1278578794167_6.doc @ 42387 @ Connector Mini USB Type B Picture Signal Color VCC (+5VDC) Data – White ..5 Data + Green n.c.
80 x 110 x 42 mm (3.1" x 4.3" x 1.7") CON Unit 161 x 110 x 29 mm (6.3" x 4.3" x 1.1") Shipping Box 460 x 250 x 120 mm (18.1" x 9.8" x 4.7") Pos: 52 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Transportgewicht /473-xx @ 5\mod_1278579075980_6.doc @ 42518 @ 2 2011-02-23...
0,2 kg (0.4 lb) Shipping Box 1,7 kg (3.8 lb) Dual-Head Devices CPU Unit / CON Unit 0,3 kg (0.7 lb) Shipping Box 2,2 kg (4.9 lb) Pos: 53 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/UEB_Hilfe im Problemfall @ 5\mod_1278579113839_6.doc @ 42536 @ 1 2011-02-23...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Pos: 54 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/Bildausfall/473-xx @ 5\mod_1278579209183_6.doc @ 42555 @ 2 Blank Screen Diagnosis Possible Reason Measure Check power supply units and LED Power off Power supply the connection to the mains. Check interconnect cable and...
CON Unit. Connect power cable first. Check installation including USB device Device not detected by without function required drivers. Reconnect USB device. Contact dealer if necessary. Pos: 58 /806-IHSE/Technische Unterstützung/ATB_Technische Unterstützung @ 5\mod_1278579487089_6.doc @ 42650 @ 122 2011-02-23...
Note your RMA number visibly on your shipment. Devices that are sent in without a RMA number cannot be accepted. The shipment will be sent back without being opened, postage unpaid. Pos: 59 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/UEB_Zertifikate @ 5\mod_1278579534933_6.doc @ 42668 @ 1 2011-02-23...
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Pos: 61 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/ATB_North American Regulatory Compliance_NUR in EN @ 5\mod_1280395355750_6.doc @ 43979 @ 2 2011-02-23...
All power supplies are certified to the relevant major international safety standards. Pos: 62 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/ATB_WEEE @ 5\mod_1278579673292_6.doc @ 42704 @ 2 10.3 WEEE The manufacturer complies with the EC Directive 2002/96/EG on the prevention of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
Glossary Glossary The following terms are commonly used in this guide or in video and KVM technology: Term Explanation Cat X Any Cat 5e (Cat 6, Cat 7) cable The Color Graphics Adapter (CGA) is an old analog graphic standard with up to 16 displayable colors and a maximum resolution of 640x400 pixels.
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DSXi KVM Extender Term Explanation The Enhanced Graphics Adapter (EGA) is an old analog graphic standard, introduced by IBM in 1984. A D-Sub 9 connector is used for connection. FBAS The analog color video baseband signal (FBAS) is also called Composite Video and it is part of the PAL TV standard.
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Glossary Term Explanation USB-HID USB-HID devices (Human Interface Device) allow for data input. There is no need for a special driver during installation; "New USB-HID device found" is reported. Typical HID devices include keyboards, mice, graphics tablets and touch screens. Storage, video and audio devices are not HID.
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