Gefen EXT-DVI-CAT5-ELR User Manual

Gefen EXT-DVI-CAT5-ELR User Manual

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  • Page 1 ® DVI RS232 ELR Extender EXT-DVI-CAT5-ELR User Manual www.gefen.com...
  • Page 3 Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice. DVI RS232 ELR Extender is a trademark of Gefen LLC © 2014 Gefen, LLC. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Sender Unit Layout Sender Unit Descriptions Receiver Unit Layout Receiver Unit Descriptions Connecting the DVI RS232 ELR Extender DIP Switches 10 DIP Switch Configuration 13 Network Cable Wiring Diagram 14 Firmware Update 15 Specifications 16 Warranty...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Congratulations on your purchase of the DVI RS232 ELR Extender. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. Gefen Gefen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies. Gefen’s reliable, plug-and-play products supplement cross-platform computer systems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes with hard-working solutions that are easy to install and simple to operate.
  • Page 6: Operation Notes

    OPERATION NOTES PLEASE READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE DVI RS232 ELR EXTENDER • CAT-5e or CAT-6a cables should not exceed 330 feet (100 meters). • Shielded (STP) CAT-5e or CAT-6a is recommended. However, un-shielded (UTP) CAT-5 or CAT-6 is acceptable. NOTE: The shielded cable has an advantage by providing immunity to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), cell phones and A/C motors.
  • Page 7: Features

    • Metal enclosure improves RF shielding. Package Includes (1) Gefen DVI RS232 ELR Extender - Sender unit (1) Gefen DVI RS232 ELR Extender - Receiver unit (1) 6 ft. DVI Cable (M - M) (2) 5V DC Locking Power Supplies...
  • Page 8: Sender Unit Layout

    SENDER UNIT LAYOUT Front Back...
  • Page 9: Sender Unit Descriptions

    SENDER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS 5V DC Locking Power Connector Connect the included 5V DC locking power supply to this connector. Power Indicator This two-color LED lights up red when there is no DVI source, and lights up green when a DVI source is present Locking DVI Input Port Connect a DVI source to this port.
  • Page 10: Receiver Unit Layout

    RECEIVER UNIT LAYOUT Front Back...
  • Page 11: Receiver Unit Descriptions

    RECEIVER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS RS-232 Output Port Connect the RS-232 device being controlled to this port. Locking DVI Output Port Connect a display to this DVI port. 5 V DC Locking Power Connector Connect the included 5V DC locking power supply to this connector. Power Indicator This LED will turn bright red once the included 5V DC locking power supply has been properly connected to the unit and the locking power supply has been...
  • Page 12: Connecting The Dvi Rs232 Elr Extender

    Wiring Diagram for the DVI RS232 ELR Extender CAT5 CABLE RS-232 CABLE DVI CABLE Router Receiver DVI Source Sender Touchscreen Display EXT-DVI-CAT5-ELR WARNING: This product should always be connected to a grounded electrical socket.
  • Page 13: Dip Switches

    DIP SWITCHES DIP Switch Location On the bottom of the DVI RS232 ELR Extender Receiver unit there are four (4) DIP switches. The Sender unit has two DIP switches. The DIP switches allow advanced EDID management of the DVI RS232 ELR Extender which may be necessary when using different brands of hardware.
  • Page 14: Dip Switch Configuration

    DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION Sender Unit DIP 1 - ON ON (default) - Disable • Power is always on. OFF - Enable • Power is enabled only if the DVI source is connected and active. If the DVI source enters standby mode then both the Sender Unit and Receiver Unit will enter Green Mode.
  • Page 15 DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION Receiver Unit DIP 1 - OFF ON - External EDID Mode • DDC and HPD are passed through. Both the connection status and the full video capabilities of the monitor. The HPD status will also be detected by the source device.
  • Page 16 DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION Receiver Unit DIP 3* - ON ON (default) • If a DVI connection is used, set DIP 3 to the ON position. DVI is supported by disabling HDCP pass-through. • If HDMI is connected, set DIP 3 in the OFF position. *DIP switch is only functional when DIP switch 1 is set to OFF.
  • Page 17: Network Cable Wiring Diagram

    NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM Gefen recommends the TIA/EIA-568-B wiring option. Please adhere to the table below when field terminating cable for use with Gefen products. Color Orange / White Orange Green / White Blue Blue / White Green Brown / White...
  • Page 18: Firmware Update

    FIRMWARE UPDATE Updating the Firmware STOP: Before beginning the update process, disconnect the Sender unit from the Receiver unit. Connect an RS-232 cable from the computer to the Sender Unit. Set all DIP switches on the Sender unit to the ON position. Connect the 5V DC locking power supply to the Sender Unit.
  • Page 19: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Pixel Clock ................165 MHz Input Video Signal ..................1.2V p-p Input Sync Signal ................5V p-p (TTL) Video Input Connector (Sender): ....(1) DVI-I 29-pin, female (digital only) Video Input Connector (Receiver):....(1) DVI-I 29-pin, female (digital only) Ethernet Connector (Sender / Receiver): ........(1) RJ-45 Shielded RS-232 Input Connector (Sender): ..........(1) DB-9, female RS-232 Input Connector (Receiver)..........(1) DB-9, male Link Connector (Sender / Receiver):.........(1) RJ-45, Shielded...
  • Page 20: Warranty

    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 24 Rev A12 This product uses UL listed power supplies.

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