Black Box AC1031A-R2-2 User Manual

Black Box AC1031A-R2-2 User Manual

2- or 4-channel dvi splitter/extender

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2- or 4-Channel DVI Splitter/Extender
Split your PC's DVI signals to two
or four separate DVI displays.
Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)
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  • Page 1: Black Box

    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 Support 724-746-0746 • Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, Information PA 15055-1018 • Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com...
  • Page 2: Ac1031A-R2

    FCC and IC RFI Statements; NOM Statement 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.
  • Page 3 NOM Statement 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc. 6.
  • Page 4: Ac1031A-R2

    NOM Statement 16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo. 17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación. 18.
  • Page 5: Trademarks Used In This Manual

    Trademarks Used in this Manual Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc. Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    ..................... 9 Introduction ..................9 Features ..................9 What’s Included ................9 Hardware Description ..............10 2.4.1 2-Channel DVI Splitter/Extender (AC1031A-R2-2) ....10 2.4.2 4-Channel DVI Splitter/Extender (AC1031A-R2-4) ....11 Installation ....................12 Troubleshooting ..................14 Problem-Solving Frequently-Asked Questions (FAQs) ....14 4.2 Contacting Black Box ..............14 4.3 Shipping and Packaging ..............15...
  • Page 7: Specifications

    Output voltage: 12 VDC center-positive at 1 A Size — AC1031A-R2-2: 1.4"H x 7.8"W x 2.7"D (3.6 x 19.8 x 6.8 cm); AC1031-R2-4: 1.4"H x 10.6"W x 4"D (3.6 x 26.9 x 10.2 cm) Weight — AC1031A-R2-2: 1.4 lb. (0.6 kg);...
  • Page 8 Chapter 1: Specifications Figure 1-1. DVI connector. Table 1-1. DVI connector pinout. Signal name Signal name TMDS Data2- TMDS Data3+ (N/U) TMDS Data2+ +5V Power TMDS Data2/4 Shield Ground for +5V Power TMDS Data4- (N/U) Hot Plug Detect TMDS Data4- (N/U) TMDS Data0- DDC Clock TMDS Data0+...
  • Page 9: Overview

    • Includes a universal (110-220 VAC) power supply. 2.3 What’s Included Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com. • 2- or 4-Channel DVI Splitter/Extender • (1) DVI-I input cable •...
  • Page 10: Hardware Description

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.4 Hardware Description 2.4.1 2-Channel DVI Splitter/Extender (AC1031A-R2-2) Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front and back panels of the AC1031A-R2-2. Table 2-1 describes its components. Figure 2-1. AC1031A-R2-2 front panel. Figure 2-2. AC1031A-R2-2 back panel. Table 2-1. AC1031A-R2-2 components.
  • Page 11: 4-Channel Dvi Splitter/Extender (Ac1031A-R2-4)

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.4.2 4-Channel DVI Splitter/Extender (AC1031A-R2-4) Figure 2-3. AC1031A-R2-4 front panel. Figure 2-4. AC1031A-R2-4 back panel. Table 2-2. AC1031A-R2-4 components. Number Component Description Power LED Lights when power to the unit is on. Barrel connector Links to 12 VDC power. (1) DVI connector Connects to DVI input.
  • Page 12: Installation

    1. Your package includes the Splitter box, a power supply, an input cable, and this user manual. You may need to purchase additional long DVI cables for connection to your monitors. Black Box sells high quality DVI cables and adapters at various lengths. Contact Tech Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com for details.
  • Page 13 Chapter 3: Installation 5. Plug the supplied power adapter to the unit (the green LED on the front panel turns on). 6. Turn on the monitors. 7. Turn on the PC. Figure 3-2 shows a sample application diagram. Figure 3-2. Example application. Cascade Operation For more outputs, you can connect output #1 of the splitter to the input of a slave splitter.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    If you determine that your 2- or 4-Channel DVI Splitter/Extender is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair the unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com. Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem. We will be able to...
  • Page 15: Shipping And Packaging

    • Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. • If you are returning the unit, make sure you include everything you received with it. Before you ship for return or repair, contact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.
  • Page 16 724-746-5500 or blackbox.com. About Black Box Black Box provides an extensive range of networking and infrastructure products. You’ll find everything from cabinets and racks and power and surge protection products to media converters and Ethernet switches all supported by free, live 24/7 Tech support available in 60 seconds or less.

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