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DKM KVM Extender TX/RX Interface Modules
Increase the distance between a source (computer,
CPU) and its console (keyboard, mouse, and other
peripheral devices).
Models available for CATx or fiber.
Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)
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ACXMODH2*
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ACXMODH4*
ACXMODH6*
ACXMODH21*

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  • Page 1 ACX1MT Series ACXMODH2* ACX1MR Series ACXMODH4* ACXMODH6* ACXMODH21* DKM KVM Extender TX/RX Interface Modules Increase the distance between a source (computer, CPU) and its console (keyboard, mouse, and other peripheral devices). Models available for CATx or fiber. Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)
  • Page 2 Disclaimer Black Box Network Services shall not be liable for damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequential or cost of cover damages, resulting from any errors in the product information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Network Services may revise this document at any time without notice.

  • Page 3: Ce Declaration Of Conformity

    Disclaimer: Black Box Network Services shall not be liable for damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequential or cost of cover damages, resulting from any errors in the product information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Network Services may revise this document at any time without notice.

  • Page 4: Instrucciones De Seguridad

    NOM Statement 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 Table of Contents 1. Specifications ..................................9 Interfaces ..................................9 1.1.1 DVI-D Single Link ............................9 1.1.2 DVI-D Dual Link............................9 1.1.3 DVI-I Single Link ............................9 1.1.4 HDMI Single-Link ............................9 1.1.5 DisplayPort ..............................9 1.1.6 USB-HID ..............................9 1.1.7 PS/2................................10 1.1.8 USB 2.0 (transparent) ..........................10 1.1.9 RJ-45 (Interconnect) ..........................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents 2.6.13 ACX2MT-DLH-C/ACX2MR-DLH-C ......................46 2.6.14 ACX2MT-DHH-C/ACX2MR-DHH-C ......................47 2.6.15 ACX2MT-DLH-SM/ACX2MR-DLH-SM.......................47 2.6.16 ACX2MT-DHH-SM/ACX2MR-DHH-SM ....................48 2.6.17 ACX2MT-DHHS-SM/ACX2MR-DHHS-SM ....................48 2.6.18 ACX2MT-DLHS-SM/ACX2MR-DLHS-SM ....................48 2.6.19 ACX2MT-DLH-2C/ACX2MR-DLH-2C ......................49 2.6.20 ACX2MT-DHH-2C/ACX2MR-DHH-2C ......................49 2.6.21 ACX2MT-DLH-SM/ACX2MR-DLH-SM.......................50 2.6.22 ACX1MT-HDMI-C/ACX1MR-HDMI-C .......................50 2.6.23 ACX1MT-HDMI/ACX1MR-HDMI ....................... 51 2.6.24 ACX1MT-HDM2-C ............................ 51 2.6.25 ACX1MT-HDM2-2C/ACX1MR-HDM2-2C ....................52 2.6.26 ACXMT-HDMI-SM/ACX1MR-HDMI-SM ....................52...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 3. Installation ..................................72 What's Included ................................72 System Setup ................................74 3.2.1 KVM Extender Setup..........................74 3.2.2 Upgrade Modules Setup ........................... 74 Example Applications ..............................76 4. Configuration ..................................78 Transmission Parameters ............................78 DDC Settings................................78 Command Mode ...............................78 USB-HID Ghosting..............................79 Configuration File ..............................80 4.5.1 CPU Units Parameters ..........................80...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    • Do not attempt to open or repair a power supply unit. • Do not attempt to open or repair the KVM Extender. There are no user serviceable parts inside. • Please contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com if there is a fault. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Chapter 1: Specifications 1. Specifications 1.1 Interfaces 1.1.1 DVI-D Single Link The video interface supports the DVI-D protocol. All signals that comply with the DVI-D Single-Link specification can be transmitted. This includes, for example, monitor resolutions such as 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz, Full HD (1080p), or 2K HD (up to 2048 x 1152).

  • Page 10: Usb 2.0 (Transparent)

    The communication of fiber devices is performed via Gigabit SFPs that have to be connected to suitable fibers fitted with type LC connectors. NOTE: The correct function of the device can only be guaranteed with SFPs provided by Black Box. CAUTION: SFP modules can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD).

  • Page 11: Serial Interface Rs-422

    Chapter 1: Specifications • To connect to a serial printer (or any other DTE instead of DCE device), you need a null-modem cable (cross-over cable) between the CON module and the device. Operation of several devices: The serial interface transmits six signals (three for each direction). Normally, four of the six signals are handshake signals (in addition to RxD and TxD).

  • Page 12: Analog Audio Interface

    Chapter 1: Specifications 1.1.13 Analog Audio Interface The Analog Audio option supports a bidirectional stereo audio transmission, in nearly CD quality. The audio interface is a “line level” interface and it is designed to transmit the signals of a sound card (or another “line level” device) as well as to allow the connection of active speakers to the CON module.

  • Page 13: Interconnect Cable

    Chapter 1: Specifications Table 1-3. Digital audio interface specifications. Specification Description Compatibility AES/EBU, S/PDIF, EIAJCP1201, IEC 60958 Standards Dolby digital, DTS, PCM • Mini XLR (AES/EBU; symmetrical lockable) CPU Unit (Inputs) • Coaxial (S/PDIF; RCA, Cinch) • Optical (S/PDIF, TOSLINK ®...

  • Page 14: Fiber

    Chapter 1: Specifications Maximum Acceptable Cable Length Table 1-5. Maximum acceptable CATx cable length. Cable Type Maximum Length Solid-conductor 24 AWG CATx cable 400 feet (140 m) Stranded-conductor 26/28 or 27/28 AWG or CATx cable 200 feet (70 m) 1.2.2 Fiber NOTE: A point-to-point connection is necessary.

  • Page 15: Supported Peripherals

    DKM Modular Extender models featuring a transparent USB 2.0 connection use Extreme USB Technology. This technology supports all types of USB 2.0 devices; however, we cannot guarantee compatibility with every device on the market. Please contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com if any issues are found. 1.4 Connector Pinouts Connector DVI Single-Link Figure 1-1.
  • Page 16 Chapter 1: Specifications Connector DVI Dual-Link Figure 1-2. DVI-D dual link connector. Table 1-9. DVI-D dual-link connector pinout. Signal Signal Signal RX5_U Not connected Not connected Not connected Not GND BRXC_N 5V DVI RX2_P BRXC_P DDC SCL RX2_N DDC SDA RX1_P Not connected RX1_N...
  • Page 17 Chapter 1: Specifications Connector DVI-I Single-Link Figure 1-3. DVI-I connector. Table 1-10. DVI-I single-link connector pinout. Signal Signal Signal TMDS data 2- TMDS data 1- TMDS data 0- TMDS data 2+ TMDS data 1+ TMDS data 0+ TMDS data 2 GND TMDS data 1 GND TMDS data 0 GND Not connected...
  • Page 18 Chapter 1: Specifications DisplayPort connector Figure 1-5. HDMI single-link connector. Table 1-12. HDMI single-link connector pinout. Signal Signal Signal ML-LANE3(N) AUX CH(P) ML-LANE1(P) ML-LANE3(P) ML-LANE0(N) AUX CH(N) ML-LANE2(N) Hot Plug Detect ML-LANE0(P) Power Out Return ML-LANE2(P) Config1/GND Power Out (not connected) ML-LANE1(N) Config2/GND —...
  • Page 19 Chapter 1: Specifications Connector USB Type A Figure 1-7. USB Type A connector. Table 1-14. USB Type A connector pinout. Signal Color VCC (+5 VDC) Data - White Data + Green Black Connector Mini USB Type B Figure 1-8. Mini USB Type B connector. Table 1-15.
  • Page 20 Chapter 1: Specifications RJ-45 connector Figure 1-10. RJ-45 connector. Table 1-17. RJ-45 connector pinout. Signal Signal D1- - Fiber SFP Type LC Figure 1-11. SFP Type LC connector. Table 1-18. SFP Type LC connector pinout. Signal Data OUT Data IN Power Supply Figure 1-12.
  • Page 21 Chapter 1: Specifications DB9 (Serial) RS-232 Figure 1-13. DB9 serial connector. Table 1-20. DB9 serial RS-232 connector pinout. Signal Signal Not connected Not connected — — DB9 (Serial) RS-422 Controlled Device Figure 1-14. DB9 serial connector. Table 1-21. DB9 serial RS-422 connector pinout, controlled device. Signal Signal Rx GND...
  • Page 22 Chapter 1: Specifications DB9 (Serial) RS-422 Controlling Device Figure 1-15. DB9 serial connector. Table 1-22. DB9 serial RS-422 connector pinout, controlling device. Signal Signal Tx GND Rx GND Not connected Not connected — — 3.5-mm Stereo Jack Plug Figure 1-16. 3.5-mm stereo jack plug. Table 1-23.

  • Page 23: Power Supply, Environmental Conditions, Dimensions, And Shipping Weight

    Chapter 1: Specifications Mini-XLR Figure 1-18. Mini XLR connector. Table 1-25. Mini XLR connector pinout. Signal Data + Data - TOSLINK Figure 1-19. TOSLINK connector. Table 1-26. TOSLINK connector pinout. Signal Data IN/OUT 1.5 Power Supply, Environmental, Dimensions, and Shipping Weight Table 1-27.

  • Page 24: Overview

    Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview 2.1 Application The DKM Modular Extender is used to increase the distance between a source (computer, CPU) and its console (keyboard, mouse, and other peripheral devices). It’s designed for use with CATx (twisted-pair) interconnect cables or fiber interconnect cables. The DKM Modular Extender with CATx interconnect cables won’t work between buildings where you should use a fiber optic based product instead.

  • Page 25: Part Numbers

    Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-1. System components. Number Component Source (computer, CPU) DKM Modular Extender CPU unit Interconnect cable DKM Modular Extender CON unit Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse) USB-HID devices (option, only with four USB-HID devices) NOTE: See Section 3.3 for installation examples. 2.3 Part Numbers Part numbers for connections via CATx or fiber cable: All mentioned devices are available in the following versions:...

  • Page 26: Kvm Extender Modules

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.3.2 KVM Extender Modules Table 2-2. KVM Extender modules. Part Number Description ACX1MT-DHID-C Single-Head module for (1) DVI-D Single link ACX1MR-DHID-C ACX1MT-VDHID-C Single-Head module for (1) DVI-I input (VGA / DVI), Single-Link (up to 1920 x 1200) with (2) USB-HID ACX1MR-VDHID-C ACX1MT-DHID-SM Single-Head module for (1) DVI-D Single Link (up to 1920 x 1200)
  • Page 27 Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2. KVM Extender modules (continued). Part Number Description ACX2MT-DHHS Dual-Head module for (2) DVI-D High-Speed Single Link (up to 1920 x 1200), (2) USB-HID ACX2MR-DHHS ACX2MT-DHH-SM Dual-Head module for (2) DVI-D Single Link (up to 1920 x 1200), (2) USB-HID ACX2MR-DHH-SM ACX2MT-DLH-2C Dual-Head module for (2) DVI-D Single Link (up to 1920 x 1200), (2) USB-HID and redundant...
  • Page 28 Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2. KVM Extender modules (continued). Part Number Description Single-Head KVM Extender for (1) HDMI Single Link (up to 1920 x 1200), (2) USB-HID ACX1MR-HDSW-SM with built-in KVM switch on CON unit Single-Head KVM Extender for (1) HDMI Single Link (up to 1920 x 1200), (2) USB-HID ACX1MR-HDSW-2S with built-in KVM switch on CON unit and redundant connectors for interconnect cables ACX1MT-HDO-C...

  • Page 29: Upgrade Modules

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.3.3 Upgrade Modules Table 2-3. Upgrade modules. Part Number Description ACX1MT-HID Upgrade module with (2) USB-HID ACX1MR-HID ACX1MT-EU Upgrade module with (2) USB 2.0 ACX1MR-EU L/R474-BUE Upgrade module with Analog Audio (bidirectional) and (2) USB 2.0 ACX1MT-AR Upgrade module with analog audio/serial (bidirectional) ACX1MR-AR L/R474-BSX...

  • Page 30: Chassis For Free Configuration

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.3.4 Chassis for Free Configuration Table 2-4. Chassis for free configuration. Part Number Description ACXMODH2-R2 DKM extender for free configuration in a 2-slot chassis, external power supply unit DKM extender for free configuration in a 2-slot chassis, external power supply unit, prep- ACXMODH2R-R2 aration for redundancy for a second external power supply unit DKM extender for free configuration in a 2-slot chassis, internal power supply unit, prepa-...

  • Page 31: Accessories Upgrade Kits

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.4 Upgrade Kits Table 2-5. Upgrade kits. Part Number Description ACXMODH-RMK 19"/1U rackmount kit for 2-, 4-, and 6-fold chassis (for older non-R2 chassis) ACXMODH-DMK Fastening strips for screw or snap on for 2-, 4-, and 6-fold chassis ACXMODH-R Retrolifting for redundant power supply option (without power supply) for 4-fold chassis ACXMODH2-PS...

  • Page 32: Device Views

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6 Device Views 2.6.1 Compatible Chassis ACXMODH2-R2 and Compatible Accessories ACXMODH2-R2 Specifications Connectors (1) 2.5-mm barrel connector for power Power Primary Power Output: 5 V, 3 A; Secondary Power Output: Does not support redundant power Dimensions 1.7"H x 5.7"W x 5.75"D (4.3 x 14.5 x 14.6 cm) Weight 0.6 lb.
  • Page 33 Chapter 2: Overview ACXMODH2R-R2 and Compatible Accessories ACXMODH2R-R2 Specifications Connectors (2) 2.5-mm barrel connectors for power Power Primary Power Output: 5 V, 3 A; Secondary Power Output (optional): 5 V, 3 A Dimensions 1.7"H x 5.7"W x 5.75"D (4.3 x 14.5 x 14.6 cm) Weight 0.6 lb.
  • Page 34 Chapter 2: Overview ACXMODH2R-P-R2 and Compatible Accessories ACXMODH2R-P-R2 Specifications Connectors (1) 2.5-mm barrel connector for power; (1) IEC320, C14 Power Primary Power Output: 5 V, 3 A NOTE: If you are using this chassis as an 8-Port DKM FX Switch, use a higher amperage power supply such as ACXMODH6-PS or the main IEC320 power input.
  • Page 35 Chapter 2: Overview ACXMODH4-R2 and Compatible Accessories ACXMODH4-R2 Specifications Connectors (1) 2.5-mm barrel connector for power Power Primary Power Output: 5 V, 5 A; Secondary Power Output: Does not support redundant power Dimensions 1.7"H x 11.5"W x 5.75"D (4.3 x 29.2 x 14.6 cm) Weight 0.9 lb.
  • Page 36 Chapter 2: Overview ACXMODH4R-R2 and Compatible Accessories ACXMODH4R-R2 Specifications Connectors (2) 2.5-mm barrel connectors for power Power Primary Power Output: 5 V, 5 A; Secondary Power Output (optional): 5 V, 5 A Dimensions 1.7"H x 11.5"W x 5.75"D (4.3 x 29.2 x 14.6 cm) Weight 0.9 lb.
  • Page 37 Chapter 2: Overview ACXMODH6R-R2 and Compatible Accessories ACXMODH6R-R2 Specifications Connectors (1) IEC320 main power input; (1) 2.5-mm barrel connector for redundant power Power Primary Power Output: 5 V, 8 A; Secondary Power Output (optional): 5 V, 8 A Dimensions 1.7"H x 17.5"W x 5.75"D (4.3 x 44.5 x 14.6 cm) Weight 1.75 lb.
  • Page 38 Chapter 2: Overview ACXMODH6BPAC-R2 and Compatible Accessories ACXMODH6BPAC-R2 Specifications Connectors (2) IEC320 main power inputs Power Primary Power Output: 5 V, 10 A; Redundant Power Output (included): 5 V, 10 A Dimensions 1.7"H x 17.5"W x 8"D (4.3 x 44.5 x 20.3 cm) Weight 1.75 lb.
  • Page 39 Chapter 2: Overview ACXMODH6FPAC-R2 and Compatible Accessories ACXMODH6FPAC-R2 Specifications Connectors (2) IEC320 main power inputs Power Primary Power Output: 5 V, 10 A; Secondary Power Output (optional): 5 V, 10 A Dimensions 1.7"H x 17.5"W x 8"D (4.3 x 44.5 x 20.3 cm) Weight 1.75 lb.
  • Page 40 Chapter 2: Overview ACXMODH21R and Compatible Accessories ACXMODH21R Specifications Connectors (2) IEC320 main power inputs; (21) 20-position headers for cards Power Primary Power Output: 5 V, 50 A; Secondary Power Output (optional): 5 V, 50 A Dimensions 7"H x 19"W x 18.25"D (17.8 x 48.3 x 46.4 cm) Weight 16 lb.

  • Page 41: Acx1Mt-Dhid-C/Acx1Mr-Dhid-C

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.2 ACX1MT-DHID-C/ACX1MR-DHID-C CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view CPU unit CON unit Service port Service port Connect to interconnect cable Connect to interconnect cable To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DVI-D Connect to DVI monitor 2.6.3 ACX1MT-VDHID-C /ACX1MR-VDHID-C CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view...

  • Page 42: Acx1Mt-Dhid-Sm/Acx1Mr-Dhid-Sm

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.4 Basic Module ACX1MT-DHID-SM/ACX1MR-DHID-SM CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view CPU unit CON unit Service port Service port Connect to interconnect cable Connect to interconnect cable To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DVI-D Connect to DVI monitor 2.6.5 ACX1MT-DHS-SM/ACX1MR-DHS-SM CPU Unit, rear view...

  • Page 43: Acx1Mt-Vdhid-Sm/Acx1Mr-Vdhid-Sm

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.6 ACX1MT-VHID-SM/ACX1MR-VHID-SM CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view CPU unit CON unit Service port Service port Connect to interconnect cable Connect to interconnect cable To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DVI-D, DVI-I Connect to DVI monitor, DVI-D 2.6.7 ACX1MT-DHID-2C/ACX1MR-DHID-2C CPU Unit...

  • Page 44: Acx1Mt-Vdhid-2S/Acx1Mr-Vdhid-2S

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.8 ACX1MT-VDHID-2S/ACX1MR-VDHID-2S CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 2 Connected to interconnect cable 2 To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DVI-D, DVI-I Connect to DVI monitor, DVI-I...

  • Page 45: Acx1Mt-Vdhid-2S/Acx1Mr-Vdhid-2S

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.10 ACX1MT-VDHID-2S/ACX1MR-VDHID-2S CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 2 Connected to interconnect cable 2 To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DVI-D, DVI-I Connect to DVI monitor, DVI-I...

  • Page 46: Acx1Mt-Dvhid-Sm/Acx1Mr-Dvhid-Sm

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.12 Basic Module ACX1MT-DVHID-SM/ ACX1MR-DVHID-SM CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view CPU unit CON unit Service port Service port Connect to interconnect cable Connect to interconnect cable To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DVI-I (VGA/DVI) IR receiver for remote control IR receiver for remote control Connect to DVI monitor, DVI-D...

  • Page 47: Acx2Mt-Dhh-C/Acx2Mr-Dhh-C

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.14 ACX2MT-DHH-C/ACX2MR-DHH-C CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connected to interconnect cable Connected to interconnect cable To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DMS-59 Connect to monitor(s) (DMS-59) 2.6.15 ACX2MT-DLH-SM/ACX2MR-DLH-SM CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view...

  • Page 48: Acx2Mt-Dhh-Sm/Acx2Mr-Dhh-Sm

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.16 ACX2MT-DHH-SM/ACX2MR-DHH-SM CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connected to interconnect cable Connected to interconnect cable To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DMS-59 Connect to monitor(s) (DMS-59) 2.6.17 ACX2MT-DHHS-SM/ACX2MR-DHHS-SM CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view...

  • Page 49: Acx2Mt-Dlh-2C/Acx2Mr-Dlh-2C

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.19 ACX2MT-DLH-2C/ACX2MR-DLH-2C CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 2 Connected to interconnect cable 2 To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DMS-59 Connect to monitor(s) (DMS-59)

  • Page 50: Acx2Mt-Dlh-Sm/Acx2Mr-Dlh-Sm

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.21 ACX2MT-DLH-SM/ACX2MT-DLH-SM CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 2 Connected to interconnect cable 2 To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DMS-59 Connect to monitor(s) (DMS-59)

  • Page 51: Acx1Mt-Hdmi/Acx1Mr-Hdmi

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.23 ACX1MT-HDMI-2C /ACX1MR-HDMI-2C CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 2 Connected to interconnect cable 2 To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: HDMI Connect to HDMI monitor...

  • Page 52: Acx1Mt-Hdm2-2C/Acx1Mr-Hdm2-2C

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.25 ACX1MT-HDM2-2C CPU Unit Rear view 1 Service port 2 Connected to interconnect cable 1 3 Connected to interconnect cable 2 3 To CPU: USB-HID 4 To CPU: HDMI 5 Local output: HDMI 2.6.26 ACX1MT-HDMI-SM/ACX1MR-HDMI-SM CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view...

  • Page 53: Acx1Mt-Hdm2-Sm/Acx1Mr-Hdm2-Sm

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.27 ACX1MT-HDMI-SM/ACX1MR-HDMI-SM CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 1 Connected to interconnect cable 2 Connected to interconnect cable 2 To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: HDMI Connect to HDMI monitor...

  • Page 54: Acx1Mt-Hdm2-2S/Acx1Mr-Hdm2-2S

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.29 ACX1MT-HDM2-2S CPU Unit Rear view 1 Service port 2 Connect to interconnect cable 3 Connect to interconnect cable 4 To CPU: USB-HID 5 To CPU: HDMI 6 Local output: HDMI 2.6.30 ACX1MR-HDSW-C CON Unit Rear view 1 Service port 2 Connect to interconnect cable 3 Connect to USB-HID devices...

  • Page 55: Acx1Mr-Hdsw-2C

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.31 ACX1MR-HDSW-2C CON Unit Rear view 1 Service port 2 Connect to interconnect cable 1 3 Connect to USB-HID devices 4 Connect to HDMI monitor 5 Local input: HDMI 2.6.32 ACX1MR-HDSW-SM CON Unit Rear view 1 Service port 2 Connect to interconnect cable 1 3 Connect to USB-HID devices 4 Connect to HDMI monitor...

  • Page 56: Acx1Mr-Hdsw-2S

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.33 ACX1MR-HDSW-2S CON Unit Rear view 1 Service port 2 Connect to interconnect cable 1 3 Connect to interconnect cable 2 4 Connect to USB-HID devices 5 Connect to HDMI monitor 6 Local input: HDMI 2.6.34 ACX1MT-HDO-C/ACX1MR-HDO-C CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view...

  • Page 57: Acx1Mt-Hdo-Sm/Acx1Mr-Hdo-Sm

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.35 ACX1MT-HDO-SM/ACX1MR-HDO-SM CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Connected to interconnect cable Connected to interconnect cable Service port Service port To CPU: HDMI Connect to HDMI monitor NOTE: The video-only modules without USB-HID connection are only meant for use with basic extender modules. 2.6.36 ACX1MT-DPH-C/ACX1MR-DPH-C CPU Unit CON Unit...

  • Page 58: Acx1Mt-Dph-Sm/Acx1Mr-Dph-Sm

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.37 ACX1MT-DPH-SM/ACX1MR-DPH-SM CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connect to interconnect cable Connect to interconnect cable To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DisplayPort Connect to DisplayPort monitor 2.6.38 ACX1MT-DPHS-SM/ACX1MR-DPHS-SM CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view...

  • Page 59: Acx1Mt-Dph-2C/Acx1Mr-Dph-2C

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.39 ACX1MT-DPH-2C/ACX1MR-DPH-2C CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connect to interconnect cable 1 Connect to interconnect cable 1 Connect to interconnect cable 2 Connect to interconnect cable 2 To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DisplayPort Connect to DisplayPort monitor...

  • Page 60: Acx1Mt-Dphs-2S/Acx1Mr-Dphs-2S

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.41 ACX1MT-DPHS-2S/ACX1MR-DPHS-2S CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Service port Service port Connect to interconnect cable 1 Connect to interconnect cable 1 Connect to interconnect cable 2 Connect to interconnect cable 2 To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DisplayPort Connect to DisplayPort monitor...

  • Page 61: Acx1Mt-Ar/Acx1Mr-Ar

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.44 Upgrade Module ACX1MT-AR/ACX1MR-AR CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view CPU unit CON unit Connect to serial (DB9) Connect to serial DB9 Audio IN Audio IN Audio OUT Audio OUT 2.6.45 ACX1MT-ARP/ACX1MR-ARP CPU Unit CON Unit Rear view Rear view Connect to serial DB9...

  • Page 62: Acx1Mt-Da/Acx1Mr-Da

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.46 Upgrade Module ACX1MT-DA/ACX1MR-DA CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view CPU unit CON unit S/PDIF input (RCA) S/PDIF output (RCA) AES/EBU input (Mini-XLR) AES/EBU output (Mini-XLR) S/PDIF input (TOSLINK S/PDIF output (TOSLINK) ® 2.6.47 Upgrade Module ACX1MT-ARH/ACX1MR-ARH CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view CPU unit...

  • Page 63: Acx1Mt-Dah/Acx1Mr-Dah

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.48 Upgrade Module ACX1MT-DAH/ACX1MR-DAH CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view CPU unit CON unit S/PDIF input (RCA) S/PDIF output (RCA) AES/EBU input (Mini-XLR) AES/EBU output (Mini-XLR) S/PDIF input (TOSLINK) S/PDIF output (TOSLINK) To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices 2.6.49 ACX1MT-ARE/ACX1MR-ARE CPU Unit...

  • Page 64: Acx1Mt-Dae/Acx1Mr-Dae

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.50 ACX1MT-DAE/ACX1MR-DAE CPU Unit CON Unit Figure 2-X. Rear view Rear view S/PDIF input (RCA) S/PDIF output (RCA) AES/EBU input (Mini-XLR) AES/EBU output (Mini-XLR) S/PDIF input (TOSLINK) S/PDIF output (TOSLINK) To CPU: USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices 2.6.51 Upgrade Module ACX1MT-DAX/ACX1MR-DAX CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view...

  • Page 65: Acx1Mt-Ard/Acx1Mr-Ard

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.52 Upgrade Module ACX1MT-ARD/ACX1MR-ARD CPU Unit, rear view CON Unit, rear view CPU unit CON unit S/PDIF input (RCA) S/PDIF output (RCA) AES/EBU input (Mini-XLR) AES/EBU output (Mini-XLR) S/PDIF input (TOSLINK) S/PDIF output (TOSLINK) Connect to serial (DB9) Connect to serial (DB9) Audio IN Audio IN...

  • Page 66: Acx1Mt-U2-Sm/Acx1Mr-U2-Sm

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.54 USB 2.0 Module ACX1MT-U2-SM/ACX1MR-U2-SM CPU Module, rear view CON Module, rear view CPU unit CON unit Service port Service port Connect to interconnect cable Connect to interconnect cable To CPU: USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices 2.7 Status LEDs 2.7.1 KVM Extender Module Status The KVM Extender module has a multicolor LED on both sides to indicate overall status.

  • Page 67: Kvm Extender Module Vga/Dvi-I Status

    Chapter 2: Overview LED 3: USB and Video Status. Color Description Device ready Violet Connection and USB signal (interconnect) available Green Connection and video signal available Light Blue Connection, USB, and video signal available (operating status) 2.7.2 KVM Extender Module VGA/DVI-I Status The KVM Extender module with VGA/DVI-I input has a multicolor LED on the front side of the CPU module to indicate connection status.

  • Page 68: Upgrade Module Digital Audio Status

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.7.3 Upgrade Module Digital Audio Status The upgrade module digital audio has another multicolor LED on the rear side to indicate the connection status: CPU module, rear view CON module, rear view Status upgrade module digital audio. LED 1: Digital Audio Status.

  • Page 69: Upgrade Module Usb-Hid Status

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.7.4 Upgrade Module USB-HID Status The upgrade module USB-HID has three LEDs on the rear side to indicate the connection status: CPU module, rear view CON module, rear view Status upgrade modules USB-HID. LED 1, 2, and 3: Status. Position Status Description...

  • Page 70: Upgrade Module Usb 2.0 Embedded Status

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.7.5 Upgrade Module USB 2.0 Embedded Status The upgrade module USB 2.0 embedded is fitted with three LEDs on the rear side that indicate the connection status. CPU module, rear view CON module, rear view USB 2.0 embedded upgrade module. USB 2.0 embedded upgrade module status LEDs.

  • Page 71: Upgrade Module Usb 2.0 Status

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.7.6 USB 2.0 Module Status The USB 2.0 module has a multicolor LED on both sides to indicate overall status. It also has two more LEDs on the back side to indicate the connection status. CPU module, rear view CON module, rear view Status USB 2.0 module.

  • Page 72: Installation

    Chapter 3: Installation 3. Installation 3.1 Package Contents Your extender package contains the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com. KVM Extender: • DKM Modular Chassis with pre-installed CON/CPU Modules •...
  • Page 73 The USB 2.0 module also includes: • USB cable (6-ft. [1.8 m], USB Type A to Type B) Figure 3-11. USB cable. NOTE: If anything is missing, please contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 73...

  • Page 74: System Setup

    Chapter 3: Installation 3.2 System Setup NOTE: I f you are a first-time user, we recommend that you set up the system with the CPU module and the CON module in the same room as a test setup. This will enable you to identify and solve any cabling problems, and experiment with your system more conveniently.

  • Page 75: Example Applications

    Chapter 3: Installation Upgrade Module USB-HID: 1. Connect the CPU with the CPU module (USB-HID 2). 2. Connect the USB-HID devices with the CON module (Connect to USB-HID device 2). Upgrade Module PS/2: 1. Connect the CPU to a CPU unit with cables for PS/2 devices. 2.
  • Page 76 Chapter 3: Installation Figure 3-13. DKM Modular Extender (Single-Head with Digital/Analog Audio). Figure 3-14. DKM Modular Extender (Dual-Head). 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 76...
  • Page 77 Chapter 3: Installation Table 3-1. Components in Figures 3-10 through 3-12. Number Description Source (computer, CPU) DKM Modular Extender CPU Unit Interconnect cable DKM Modular Extender CON Unit Console (keyboard, monitor, mouse) Second monitor (option, only with dual-head devices) Audio sink (optional, only with devices with analog audio/serial option or digital audio option 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 77...

  • Page 78: Configuration

    Chapter 4: Configuration 4. Configuration 4.1 Transmission Parameters The device operates with a proprietary compression method. In its default configuration, the device adapts dynamically to monitor resolution and image content. This configuration works in almost all conditions. Modify it only if image quality is not fully satisfactory.

  • Page 79: Usb-Hid Ghosting

    Chapter 4: Configuration Table 4-2. Keyboard sequences. Keyboard Sequence Description <Key> + <Key> Press keys simultaneously <Key>, <Key> Press keys successively 2x<Key> Press key quickly, twice in a row (similar to a mouse-click) You can change the hotkey sequence to enter Command Mode. Table 4-3 lists the hotkey codes for the available key sequences. Table 4-3.

  • Page 80: Configuration File

    Chapter 4: Configuration The following table lists the keyboard commands for the configuration of USB-HID Ghosting: Table 4-4. Keyboard commands for USB-HID ghosting configuration. Function Keyboard Command Writes the device descriptions of the input devices connected to the CON Unit into the <'Hot Key'>, <h>, <w>, <Enter>...

  • Page 81: Con Units Parameters

    Chapter 4: Configuration Table 4-5 (continued). Parameters for CPU units. Digital Audio (continued) Parameter Function SRC44100 Activate sample rate conversion, sample rate 44,1 kHz (only with digital audio upgrade module) SRC48000 Activate sample rate conversion, sample rate 48 kHz (only with digital audio upgrade module) SRC96000 Activate sample rate conversion, sample rate 96 kHz (only with digital audio upgrade module) SRC_NONE...

  • Page 82: Cpu And Con Units Parameters

    Chapter 4: Configuration 4.5.3 Parameters for CPU und CON Units You have to write the following parameters into the configuration file of both CON Unit and CPU Unit. Table 4-7. Parameters for CPU and CON units. Local switching Parameter Function Activate dark switching between local and remote console by keyboard or mouse event (only with HDMI BLANKSCR extenders and local control by an USB-HID CON upgrade module).

  • Page 83: Operation

    Chapter 5: Operation 5. Operation 5.1 Download of DDC Information By default, data from the internal DDC list is reported to the source (computer, CPU). If these settings do not lead to a satisfying result, you can download and store the console monitor’s DDC information internally. The devices must be configured accordingly (see Section 4.2).
  • Page 84 Chapter 5: Operation Figure 5-1. Example View – Config.txt. NOTE: When using a USB combo device as a USB-HID input device, switching to a CPU Unit with activated USB-HID Ghosting may cause limited functionality. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 84...

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6. Troubleshooting 6.1 General Failures Table 6-1. General failures troubleshooting. Diagnosis Possible Reason Measure Parameter not set or saved • Write parameter into Config.txt file and save changes. Start Commanc #CFG not set • Write start command #CFG into first line of the Config.txt file. Config.txt parameter without function Parameter written incorrectly •...

  • Page 86: Usb-Hid

    No USB-HID device • Connect USB-HID device. USB device without function • Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or USB-HID device is not supported info@blackbox.com if necessary. 6.4 Serial Connection Table 6-4. Serial connection upgrade module troubleshooting.

  • Page 87: Analog Audio

    Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6.5 Analog Audio Table 6-5. Analog audio troubleshooting. Diagnosis Possible Reason Measure • Connect analog audio source. No audio connection to CPU/audio source • Check audio cable. • Switch analog audio source on. CON unit: No signal at audio output No signal •...

  • Page 88: Usb-Hid Upgrade Module

    LEDs 1 and 2 off Device at higher/lower USB-HID port not detected • Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com or your local Black Box subsidiary if necessary. CPU unit: LED 3 off Connection between CON unit and CPU unit •...

  • Page 89: Usb 2.0 Upgrade Module

    CPU has the necessary drivers. USB 2.0 device without function USB 2.0 device is not supported • New connection of the USB 2.0 device. • Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com if necessary. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 89...

  • Page 90: Technical Support Information

    7.1 Contacting Black Box If you determine that your ServSwitch DKM 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 or your local Black Box subsidiary.

  • Page 91: Glossary

    Chapter 8: Glossary 8. Glossary The following terms are commonly used in this guide or in video and KVM technology: Access: A system to operate a source (computer, CPU) from two consoles. AES/EBU: Digital audio standard that is officially known as AES3. It’s used to carry digital audio signals between devices. CATx: Any CAT5e (CAT6, CAT7) cable CGA: The Color Graphics Adapter (CGA) is an old analog graphic standard that displays up to 16 colors and at a maximum resolution of 640 x 400 pixels.
  • Page 92 Chapter 8: Glossary S/PDIF: A digital audio interconnect that is used in consumer audio equipment over relatively short distances. S-Video (Y/C): The S-Video (Y/C) is a video format that transmits luminance and chrominance signals separately. It has a higher quality standard than FBAS. TOSLINK: Standardized fiber connection system that digitally transmits audio signals (F05 plug connection).
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