® DVI RS-232 Over Fiber EXT-DVI-FO-141 User Manual www.gefen.
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Sender Panel Layout 5 Sender Panel Descriptions 6 Receiver Panel Layout 7 Receiver Panel Descriptions 8 Connecting And Operating The DVI RS-232 Over Fiber 9 Network Cable Wiring Diagram 10 Specifications 11 Warranty
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the DVI RS-232 over Fiber. 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.
OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE DVI RS-232 OVER FIBER • Use one SC terminated multi-mode fiber optic cable and one industry standard CAT-5, CAT-5e or CAT-6 cables to operate the DVI RS-232 over Fiber. Gefen recommends CAT-6 cabling for maximum performance. • For 1080p video, maximum extension is 1000 feet (330 meters). • IR repeater functionality is only from the receiving unit to the sending unit.
FEATURES Features • Extends any DVI and RS-232 compliant device up to 1000 feet from the computer • Perfect for digital signage applications • Video is transmitted digitally over fiber optic cable for zero signal loss • Supports resolutions up to 1080p, 2K, and 1920 x 1200 • HDCP Compliant. • Supports DDWG standards for DVI-compliant monitors Package Includes (1) DVI RS232 Sender (1) DVI RS232 Receiver (1) 6 ft. Dual Link DVI Cable (M-M) (1) 6 ft.
SENDER PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 1 2 3 4 Back Panel 5 6 4 7
SENDER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 LED Power Indicator This LED will become active once the included 5V DC power supply is properly connected between the sender and an open wall power socket. 2 IR Out (Blaster) An optional IR transmitter/blaster (EXT-2IREMIT) connects to this output port. The IR blaster’s IR emitter will need to be placed on or near the IR receiver of a device for proper relaying of commands from the receiver. 3 DVI-D Input This receptacle will accept a DVI Single-Link source device.
RECEIVER PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 1 2 3 Back Panel 5 6 7 6 8 4
RECEIVER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 RS-232 Serial Communications Input This port is capable of 2-way serial communication between RS-232 devices connected to the sender and receiver. This port can be connected to a computer’s serial communications port for interaction with a RS-232 serial communications device connected to the receiver. 2 DVI-D Output This receptacle will accept a DVI capable Single-Link output device.
CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE DVI RS-232 OVER FIBER How to Connect the DVI RS-232 over Fiber 1. Connect the Single-Link DVI-D source to the DVI RS-232 over Fiber sending unit’s DVI input port using the supplied DVI cable. 2. Connect the RS-232 source to the DVI RS-232 over Fiber sending unit’s RS232 input port using the supplied DB-9 serial cable. 3. For IR repeater functionality, please connect the IR emitter’s mini-jack (sold separately, part # EXT-2IREMIT) into the DVI RS-232 over Fiber sending unit.
NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM Gefen has specifically engineered their products to work with the TIA/EIA-568-B specification. Please adhere to the table below when field terminating cable for use with Gefen products. Failure to do so may produce unexpected results and reduced performance. Pin Color 1 Orange / White 2 Orange 3 Green / White 4 Blue 5 Blue / White 6 Green 7 Brown / White 8 Brown 12345678 CAT-5, CAT-5e, and CAT-6 cabling comes in stranded and solid core types.
SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifier Bandwidth ....................................................................... 165 MHz Input Video Signal .............................................................................. 1.2 Volts p-p Input DDC Signal ......................................................................... 5 Volts p-p (TTL) Single Link Range ................................................................... 1080p/1920 x 1200 DVI I/O Connectors ..........................................
WARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. 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.
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