DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID GEF-DVI FM1500 User Manual www.gefenpro.
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Sender unit Layout 5 Sender unit Descriptions 6 Receiver unit Layout 7 Receiver unit Descriptions 8 Connecting the DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID 8 Wiring Diagram 9 EDID Programming 10 Specifications 11 Warranty
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. GefenPRO In the realm of video distribution, certain features are invaluable in a commercial or broadcast environment. Accommodations such as a build-in power supply and flat black rack-mount enclosures set GefenPRO apart from our traditional products.
OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE DVI FM1500 OPTICAL EXTENDER WITH RECORDABLE EDID • The DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID can use both single-mode and multi-mode SC-terminated optical fiber cables. • When using multi-mode fiber optic cables, DVI can be extended to 1640 feet (500 meters). • The DVI FM1500 Sender unit has a default built-in EDID of 1920 x 1200.
FEATURES Features • Extends DVI up to 3280 feet (1000 meters) using single-mode fiber optic cable • Extends DVI up to 1640 feet (500 meters) using multi-mode fiber optic cable • Supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) • Optical signal transmission provides good immunity to electromagnetic interference • Virtual EDID programming feature provides quick installation and compatibility between source and display • Uses single-mode or multi-mode fiber optic cable • Fully supports DVI 1.
SENDER UNIT LAYOUT Sender unit Top 1 2 Front 3 Back 4 5 4
SENDER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS 1 Status This LED indicator will slowly blink bright green, indicating that there is a valid connection between the Sender unit and Receiver unit. 2 Power This LED indicator will glow bright green, when power is applied to the Sender unit. 3 DVI Input Connect this part of the Sender unit to the DVI source. 4 SC Fiber Connector Connect an SC-terminated fiber cable from this SC connector to the SC-connector on the Receiver unit.
RECEIVER UNIT LAYOUT Receiver unit Top 1 2 Front 3 Back 4 5 6
RECEIVER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS 1 Status This LED indicator will slowly blink bright green, indicating that there is a valid connection between the Sender unit and Receiver unit. 2 Power This LED indicator will glow bright green, when power is applied to the Receiver unit. 3 DVI Output Connect this part of the Receiver unit to the DVI display. 4 SC Fiber Connector Connect an SC-terminated fiber cable from this SC connector to the SC-connector on the Sender unit.
CONNECTING THE DVI FM1500 OPTICAL EXTENDER WITH RECORDABLE EDID How to Connect the DVI FM1500 Optical Extender with Recordable EDID STOP: Before continuing, connect the included 5V DC power supply to the Receiver unit. If EDID programming is required, then skip to the EDID Programming Procedure on the next page. 1. Connect the Sender unit to the DVI source. 2. Connect the Receiver unit to the DVI display. 3.
EDID PROGRAMMING Virtual EDID Programming Procedure If an EDID is not required d by the DVI source, then EDID programming will not be necessary. EDID programming is required d if the maximum resolution of the display does not support 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA). IMPORTANT: The DVI FM1500 Sender unit has a default built-in EDID of 1920 x 1200. If the Sender unit is programmed with another EDID (see page 9), the default EDID will be erased. Once the default EDID is erased, it cannot be restored. 1.
SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Pixel Clock................................................................................165 MHz Input Video Signal................................................................................1.2 volts p-p Input DDC Signal...........................................................................5 volts p-p (TTL) DVI Connector (Sender / Receiver)..........................................DVI-D, 19-pin, male Fiber Optic Connector (Sender / Receiver).................................
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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