Belkin P75472-A User Manual

USB CAT5
KVM Extender

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P75472-A

USB CAT5
KVM Extender

User Manual

F1D086U

Table of Contents

1. Introduction .......................................................................... 1

Package Contents ......................................................................1

2. Overview ............................................................................... 2

Feature Overview.................................................................. 2

Equipment Requirements ...................................................... 3

System Requirements ........................................................... 4

Unit Display Diagrams .......................................................... 5

Specifications....................................................................... 7

3. Installation ............................................................................ 8

Pre-Configuration ................................................................. 8

Connecting the Transmitter to the Computer or KVM Switch ... 9

Connecting the Local Console to the Transmitter ......................9

Connecting the Remote Console to the Receiver ....................10

Connecting the Transmitter to the Receiver .............................11

Powering up the Systems ........................................................11

4. Using the CAT5 Extender ......................................................12

Hot-Key Commands Operation for Receiver ............................12

LED Operation .........................................................................13

Adjusting the Picture ................................................................13

Troubleshooting Tips ................................................................13

5. Information ..........................................................................14

Introduction

Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Belkin USB CAT5 KVM
Extender (the CAT5 Extender). The CAT5 Extender allows you to control your
computer or KVM switch from up to 500 feet (150m) away. It is perfect for
isolated server rooms, large server farms, secure systems, or test benches
where the computer or KVM switch may be inaccessible to the user.

This User Manual provides all the details you’ll need to install and operate
your new CAT5 Extender, in addition to expert troubleshooting advice—in
the unlikely event of a problem.

We appreciate your business and are confident that you will soon see for
yourself why over 1 million Belkin OmniView products are in use worldwide.

Package Contents

USB CAT5 Extende r

Transmitter

5V, 1A

Power Supply

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USB CAT5 Extende r

Receiver

User Manual

Overview

Feature Overview

CAT5 Technology

Integrated CAT5 technology enables you to connect your KVM switch to

your servers up to 500 feet (150m) away using standard CAT5 cabling.

CAT5 cabling reduces cable bulk and simplifies cable management.

Video Resolution

The CAT5 Extender supports video resolutions of up to 1920x1440 @

75Hz on local computer and up to 1280x1024@75Hz on remote.

Local and Remote Ports

The CAT5 Extender features local and remote console ports, enabling you

to control your computers from near or far.

Built-In Cabling

A built-in, 3-foot, all-in-one KVM cable provides an easy connection

between the CAT5 Extender and your computer or KVM switch.

LED Display

An LED display on the Transmitter and Receiver units provides quick

status monitoring. A power LED indicates power is being supplied to the

unit. A flashing LED indicates whether the data is being transmitted.

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Overview

Equipment Requirements

Cables

Connecting the CAT5 Extender to a computer or KVM switch requires the
included KVM cable kit and a standard CAT5 patch cable.

Belkin highly recommends you use
Belkin Category 5e, FastCAT™ 5e, or
Category 6 Patch Cables for your
CAT5 Extender to help ensure the
superior performance of your video.
These cables offer the highest quality
possible to ensure optimal data and

A3L791-XX-YYY

Note: Use CAT6 solid cables for

A3L850-XX-YYY
A3L980-XX-YYY

video transmission.

optimal video at longer lengths.

Belkin UTP Patch Cables:

A3L791-XX-YYY (CAT5e)

A3L850-XX-YYY (FastCAT5e)

A3L980-XX-YYY (CAT6)

(-XX denotes length in feet)
(-YYY denotes color)

Connecting the CAT5 Receiver to
local computer requires Universal
KVM USB Cable Kit.

F1D9006-XX

(-XX denotes length in feet)

Note: Product codes and availability

may vary.

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Overview

System Requirements

OS Platforms

The USB CAT5 Extender is compatible with CPUs running on, but not

limited to, the following OS platforms:

• Windows® XP, Vista™, or Server 2003

• Microsoft® DOS 5.x and above

• RedHat® Linux® 8.x and above

• Novell® NetWare® 5.x

®

• UNIX

Keyboards

• USB-compatible

• Supports101-/102-/104-/106-standard-keykeyboards

Mice

•USB-compatiblemicehaving2or3buttons

•USB-compatiblewirelessandopticalmice

Monitors

•CRTandLCD(withVGAsupport)

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Overview

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Console Local CPU

USB

Remote CPU 5V/ 2.5A

Unit Display Diagrams

Receiver Unit

• RemoteLED

• LocalLED

• LocalCPUConsoleConnectors

• LocalComputer(Requ ires addit ional cabl e to connect )

• RJ45CAT5PortforRemoteComputerConnection

• PowerJack

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Power Status

F1D086U

Console RJ45

USB

Overview

Transmitter Unit

• PowerLED

• StatusLED

• MonitorVGACable

• Keyboard/MouseUSBCable

• Local-ConsoleConnection

• RJ45CAT5PortforRemoteComputerConnection

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Specifications

Part No.: F1D086U
Enclosure: Metal enclosure
Receiver Power: 5V, 600mA power adapter with

center-pin negative polarity

Transmitter Power: 5V, 220mA (from attached computer or

KVM switch via keyboard port)

Max. Video
Remote Resolution: Up to 1280x1024 @ 75Hz (depends on

cable length)

Max. Video
Local Resolution: Up to 1920x1440 @ 75Hz

Keyboard Emulation: USB a
Mouse Emulation: USB
Console Keyboard Input: USB Type A
Console Mouse Input: USB Type A
Console Monitor Port: HDDB15 female (VGA)

CPUKeyboard/MousePort: USB Type B

CPU Monitor Port: HDDB15 female (VGA)
CAT5 Extension Ports: RJ45
Operating Temp: 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
Storage Temp: -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C)
Humidity: 0-80% RH, non-condensing
Warranty: 2 years
Dimensions: Transmitter: 5.2 x 2.2 x 1.2 in.

(132 x 55 x 30mm)

Receiver: 7.8 x 2.8 x 1.2 in.
(198 x 70 x 30mm)

Weight: Transmitter: 8.0 oz. (0.23kg.)

Receiver: 12.3 oz. (0.35kg.)

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Installation

Pre-Configuration

Consider the following when deciding where to place

the CAT5 Extender:

• the lengths of the cables attached to your keyboard, monitor,
and mouse

• the location of your computer or KVM switch

• the lengths of the cables you’ll use to connect the Transmitter and

Receiver units

Cable-Distance Requirements

VGA signals transmit best at shorter cable lengths. At longer cable
lengths, the probability of video degradation increases. For this reason,
Belkin recommends that the length of the CAT5 patch cable between the
Transmitter and Receiver units does not exceed 500 feet (150m).

Warning! Avoid placing cables near fluorescent lights,
air-conditioning equipment, or machines that create electrical noise
(e.g., vacuum cleaners).

You are now ready to begin installation of your CAT5 Extender.

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Installation

Step 1 Connecting the Transmitter to the Computer

or KVM Switch

1.1 Disconnect all computers from the electrical power supply.

1.2 Using the Transmitter unit, connect the built-in VGA and USB

cables to the monitor and USB ports on your computer or to the
console ports on your KVM switch.
(Refer to diagram below.)

Transmitter

Step 2 Connecting the Local Console to the Transmitter

2.1 From your local console, connect your monitor to the VGA console

port on the Transmitter unit. (Refer to diagram below.)

2.2 Connect your keyboard and mouse to the USB console ports on the

Transmitter unit. (Refer to diagram below.)

Transmitter

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Step 3 Connecting the Remote Console to the Receiver

3.1 From your remote console, connect your monitor to the VGA

console port on the Receiver unit.

3.2 Connect your keyboard and mouse to the USB console ports on

the Receiver unit.

Receiver

3.3 To use the Receiver as a 2-port KVM switch between local and

remote computers, connect your local computer to the Receiver
using the Universal KVM USB Cable Kit, Belkin part number
F1D9006-XX (not included).

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Console Local CPU

USB

Remote CPU 5V/ 2.5A

Console RJ45

USB

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Step 4 Connecting the Transmitter to the Receiver

Using a CAT5 cable, connect one end into the RJ45 port on the Transmitter
unit. Connect the other end to the RJ45 port on the Receiver unit. (Refer to
diagram below.)

Step 5 Powering up the Systems

5.1 Attach the power adapter to the power jack on the Receiver unit.

Connect the adapter to a power source to power up the Receiver
unit. The Transmitter unit will receive power from the computer or
KVM switch to which it is connected.

5.2 Power up your computers and KVM switch.

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Using the CAT5 Extender

Once the CAT5 Extender is installed, the video will display at both
the local and remote consoles. However, only one console can have
control of the mouse and keyboard input at one time. The control is
determined automatically. To gain control, the active console must remain
idle for two seconds.

Note: If your receiver is connected to both local and remote computers
(acting as a 2-port KVM switch), in order to switch between them, you must
use the hot-key Scroll Lock command. Please see the “Hot-Key Commands
Operation” section below:

Hot-Key Commands Operation for Receiver

To send commands to the CAT5 Extender, the hot key (Scroll Lock) must be
pressed twice within two seconds. You will hear a beep of confirmation.
If you have not pressed any key in hot-key mode within two seconds,
the keyboard will return to a normal state. The following example illustrates
using the hot-key Scroll Lock command to switch between local and
remote ports.

The table below lists all supported hot-key commands.

Command Function

C

Toggle switch between local and
remote por ts

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Q Turn beep sound on/off

A Auto-adjust video signal to optimum

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Using the CAT5 Extender

LED Operation

The orange Power LED indicates if the Transmitter and Receiver units are
powered on. The green Status LED indicates which console has control.
If the Status LED on the Transmitter is flashing, the remote console (or
Receiver) has control.

Indication

On = normal;

Flashing = receiving data

On = input is coming from connected
CAT5 source;
Flashing = Selected, but no signal;
Off = Not selected

On = input is coming from connected local
CPU source;
Flashing = Selected, but no signal;
Off = Not selected

Transmitter
LEDs

Receiver
LEDs

LED

Power On = USB power is present

Status

Remote

Local

Adjusting the Picture

When the remote console has control, you can adjust the picture quality by
pressing the Receiver’s hot key “A” to force the remote port’s video signal to
auto-adjust (see the “Hot-Key Commands Operation” section above).

Troubleshooting Tips

• UsetheReceiver’shotkey“A”toforcethevideosignaltoauto-adjust.

• Avoidusingaspecializedmouse.Micewithscrollingwheels

are supported.

• Avoidusingaspecializedkeyboard(e.g.,akeyboardwithspecial
shortcut keys).

• TheCAT5ExtenderisnotcompatiblewithserialorPS/2mouseportsor

KVM switches using serial mice at the console.

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Information

FCC Statement

Declaration of Conformity with FCC Rules

for Electromagnetic Compatibility

We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under

our sole responsibility that the product:

F1D086U
to which this declaration relates:
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CE Declaration of Conformity

We, Belkin International, Inc., declare under our sole responsibility that the product F1D086U,
to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with Emissions Standard EN55022 and with
Immunity Standard EN55024, LVP EN61000-3-2, and EN61000-3-3.

ICES

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la
classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Belkin International, Inc., Limited 2-Year Product Warranty

What this warranty covers.

Belkin International, Inc. (“Belkin”) warrants to the original purchaser of this Belkin product that
the product shall be free of defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship.

What the period of coverage is.

Belkin warrants the Belkin product for two years.

What will we do to correct problems?

Product Warranty.

Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free of charge (except for
shipping charges for the product).

What is not covered by this warranty?

All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin for inspection
upon Belkin’s request at the sole expense of the purchaser, or if Belkin determines that the Belkin
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damage due to low voltage disturbances (i.e. brownouts or sags), non-authorized program, or
system equipment modification or alteration.

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How to get service.

To get service for your Belkin product you must take the following steps:

1. Contact Belkin International, Inc., at 501 W. Walnut St., Compton CA 90220, Attn: Customer
Service, or call (800)-223-5546, within 15 days of the Occurrence. Be prepared to provide the
following information:

a. The part number of the Belkin product.
b. Where you purchased the product.
c. When you purchased the product.
d. Copy of original receipt.

2. Your Belkin Customer Service Representative will then instruct you on how to forward your
receipt and Belkin product and how to proceed with your claim.

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its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin, Belkin may
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repair such equipment. The cost, if any, of shipping the equipment to and from such repair facility
and of such estimate shall be borne solely by the purchaser. Damaged equipment must remain
available for inspection until the claim is finalized. Whenever claims are settled, Belkin reserves
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