Gefen Audio Extender, Audio Extender S, Audio Extender R User Manual

Audio Extender

USER MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction

1

Box Contents

2

How to Connect the Audio Extender

3

Link Cable - Wiring Diagram

4

System Specifi cations

5

Warranty

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Audio Extender series.
Gefen’s line of KVM (Keyboard Video & Mouse), ADC, DVI, USB, switches, extenders,

converters and splitters is designed to make computer use more comfortable, more
productive and less expensive.

KVM switches allow access to multiple computers from a single keyboard, while the
extenders give the user control over a computer up to 330 feet away from the work
area.

Gefen products offer solutions for noise, space and security concerns, data center con­trol, information distribution, conference room presentation, and school and corporate
training environments.

How it works

The Audio Extender allows audio devices to be extended up to 1000 feet using CAT-5
cables. The Audio Extender send unit is connected directly to the source with the sup­plied audio cable. A CAT-5 cable is used to connect the Audio Extender send unit to the
Audio Extender receive unit.

OPERATION NOTES

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE IN STALL ING

OR OPERATING THE AUDIO EXTENDER SYSTEM

* Industry standard Category-5 (CAT-5) cables are used to link the Audio Extender sender

and receiver boxes together.
* The Audio Extender units are housed in a metal box for better RF shielding.

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FEATURES

Features:

• Extends any unbalanced analog audio device up to 1000 feet (300 meters) from the
source

• One CAT-5e cable used for extension

• Bidirectional transmission for speaker and mic

Includes:

Audio Extender Sender Unit
Audio Extender Receiver Unit
5V DC power supply
6ft Audio Cable
User Manual

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HOW TO CONNECT THE Audio EXTENDER

How to Connect the Audio Extender
1- Connect the supplied Audio cables from the source Audio port into the Audio

extender send unit.
2- Connect the CAT5 cable from the send unit to the receive unit.
3- Connect your Audio devices into the Audio extender receiver unit.
4- Plug the 5 volt power supply into the Audio extender send unit.

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LINK CABLE - WIRING DIAGRAM

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2

RJ-45 Jack

Orange

White/Orange

White/Green

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4

Blue

5

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Green

White/Blue

White/Brown

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Brown

1

2

RJ-45 Jack

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SPECIFICATIONS

Sample Rate .......................................................................... 5 kHz (min) - 48 kHz (max)

Frequency Response .................................................................................. 20Hz - 20kHz

Input/Output ............................................................................. mini-phone stereo 3.5mm

Link Connector ......................................................................................... RJ-45 Shielded

Power Consumption ................................................................................... 5 Watts (max)

Power Supply ......................................................................................... 5 VDC (External)

Dimensions ........................................................................... 1 1/4”H x 1 1/2”W x 2.75”D

Weight ....................................................................................................................... 3 lbs

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WARRANTY

Gefen Inc. warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material
and workmanship.

If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen Inc. is notifi ed within one
(1) year from the date of shipment, Gefen Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace
the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical,
electrical, or other abuse or modifi cations.

Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the
current price of parts and labor in effect at the of repair. Such repairs are warranted for
ninety (90) days from the day of reshipment to the Buyer.

This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without
limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or fi tness for any particular purpose,
all of which are expressly disclaimed.

The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be
accurate. However, Gefen Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may
be contained in this manual. In no event will Gefen Inc., be liable for direct, indirect,
special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission
in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. The technical
information contained herein regarding Audio Extender features and specifi cations is
subject to change without notice.

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