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EXT-DVI-FMP
User Manual
DVI Fiber Optic Extender
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Technical Support Hours:
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday thru Friday.
Write To:
Gefen Inc.
c/o Customer Service
20600 Nordhoff St
Chatsworth, CA 91311
www.gefen.com
support@gefen.com
Notice
Gefen Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging and any accompanying
doc u men ta tion without prior written notice.
DVI FMP is a trademark of Gefen Inc.
© 2008 Gefen Inc., All Rights Reserved
All trademarks are the property of their respective companies
Technical Support:
Telephone (818) 772-9100
(800) 545-6900
Fax (818) 772-9120
Technical Support Hours:
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday thru Friday.
Write To:
Gefen Inc.
c/o Customer Service
20600 Nordhoff St
Chatsworth, CA 91311
www.gefen.com
support@gefen.com
Notice
Gefen Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging and any accompanying
doc u men ta tion without prior written notice.
DVI FMP is a trademark of Gefen Inc.
© 2008 Gefen Inc., All Rights Reserved
All trademarks are the property of their respective companies
ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE
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CONTENTS
4 Sender/ Receiver Panel Layout
5 Panel Descriptions
6 Sender Unit Edid Button Location
7 Connecting And Operating The DVI FMP
8 Specifi cations
9 Warranty
1 Introduction
2 Operation Notes
3 Features
4 Sender/ Receiver Panel Layout
5 Panel Descriptions
6 Sender Unit Edid Button Location
7 Connecting And Operating The DVI FMP
8 Specifi cations
9 Warranty
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INTRODUCTION
systems of all sizes with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate.
The Gefen DVI FMP
The DVI-FMP Extender extends your DVI display up to 2000 feet away from your source, with only two
tiny transmitters and receivers required, using a 100% optical fi ber solution. It’s a great way to extend
DVI video easily and unobtrusively.
How It Works
The DVI FM sender unit plugs into your computer. The DVI FM receiver unit plugs into your DVI display -
up to 2000 feet away. Multi mode LC fi ber optic cable (4 strand) connect the DVI FMP and the DVI FMR
units to each other.
Breakthrough Auto-EDID programming technology quickly and easily collects and preserves monitor
resolution/capability information inside the DVI-FMP Sender, so that the computer properly syncs up
with the display at all times and “knows what it is connecting to” -- eliminating the necessity of an add-on
device such as Gefen’s DVI Detective.
All-fi ber signal transmission media insures that the video signal possesses complete EMI
(electromagnetic interference) invulnerability.
Congratulations on your purchase of the DVI FMP. 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. Gefen’s reliable, plug-and-play products
supplement cross-platform computer systems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV
systems of all sizes with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate.
The Gefen DVI FMP
The DVI-FMP Extender extends your DVI display up to 2000 feet away from your source, with only two
tiny transmitters and receivers required, using a 100% optical fi ber solution. It’s a great way to extend
DVI video easily and unobtrusively.
How It Works
The DVI FM sender unit plugs into your computer. The DVI FM receiver unit plugs into your DVI display up to 2000 feet away. Multi mode LC fi ber optic cable (4 strand) connect the DVI FMP and the DVI FMR
units to each other.
Breakthrough Auto-EDID programming technology quickly and easily collects and preserves monitor
resolution/capability information inside the DVI-FMP Sender, so that the computer properly syncs up
with the display at all times and “knows what it is connecting to” -- eliminating the necessity of an add-on
device such as Gefen’s DVI Detective.
All-fi ber signal transmission media insures that the video signal possesses complete EMI
(electromagnetic interference) invulnerability.
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DVI FM Plus Extender works for all DVI displays and supports resolutions up to 1920x1200•
Supports DDWG standard for DVI compliant monitors•
READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE DVI FMP
The fi ber optics cable must be treated carefully when connectors are exposed. They are •
susceptible to dust which can contribute to loss of pixels.
DVI FM Plus Extender works for all DVI displays and supports resolutions up to 1920x1200•
Supports DDWG standard for DVI compliant monitors•
OPERATION NOTES
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FEATURES
Uses inexpensive and widely available four-strand multimode LC fi ber optic cable •
Automatic EDID Programming feature enables quick and correct sync of source to display •
Invulnerability to electromagnetic infl uences (EMI), thanks to all-fi ber construction. •
Saves space on your desktop and Increases Productivity •
Eliminates computer noise where you work •
Supports DDWG standard for DVI compliant monitors •
Package Includes
(1) DVI FM Sender (Computer (Tx)) Unit
(1) DVI FM Monitor (Monitor (Rx)) Unit
(2) 5V Power supply for the DVI FM Receiver Unit
(1) User’s Manual
Features
Extends any DVI (Digital Visual Interface) - compliant device up to 2000 ft (600 m) from the •
computer
Supports video resolutions up to 1080p, 2K, and 1920 x 1200 •
Uses inexpensive and widely available four-strand multimode LC fi ber optic cable •
Automatic EDID Programming feature enables quick and correct sync of source to display •
Invulnerability to electromagnetic infl uences (EMI), thanks to all-fi ber construction. •
Saves space on your desktop and Increases Productivity •
Eliminates computer noise where you work •
Supports DDWG standard for DVI compliant monitors •
Package Includes
(1) DVI FM Sender (Computer (Tx)) Unit
(1) DVI FM Monitor (Monitor (Rx)) Unit
(2) 5V Power supply for the DVI FM Receiver Unit
(1) User’s Manual
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SENDER/ RECEIVER PANEL LAYOUT
Front Panel
Back Panel
Back Panel
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
While both the sending and receiving units have the power supply input, only the sending
unit should have the included power supply attached.
Fiber Optic Cable Inputs3
Connect the 4 LC terminated fi ber optic cables between the sending and receiving units.
Ensure that each cable is connected to the same numbered output on both units. These
cables will transmit the red, green, blue. and clock signals used for the DVI extension.
DVI Input/Output1
The sending unit will connect to the DVI output of the source, and the receiving unit will
connect to the DVI input of the display.
5V DC Power Supply Input2
While both the sending and receiving units have the power supply input, only the sending
unit should have the included power supply attached.
Fiber Optic Cable Inputs3
Connect the 4 LC terminated fi ber optic cables between the sending and receiving units.
Ensure that each cable is connected to the same numbered output on both units. These
cables will transmit the red, green, blue. and clock signals used for the DVI extension.
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SENDER UNIT EDID BUTTON LOCATION
EDID Button Hole
Insert a small pin
into the EDID
button hole to
program the
display’s EDID
Insert a small pin
into the EDID
button hole to
program the
display’s EDID
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE DVI FMP
Push the EDID button on the sender unit. The blue LED light will blink twice and then turn off.A.
Connect the powered sender to the display while turned on, and not to the PC. The LED will B.
blink several time to indicate that it is reading and recording the display’s EDID. The LED will
turn OFF after it blinks several time to indicate that the EDID has been programmed.
Disconnect the sender from the display and the LED should turn ON again.C.
Note: If you want to change the display, you will have to repeat step 2. The default EDID that is
programmed in the sender is the VESA standard of UXGA (1600x1200) 60Hz.
Plug the sender to the DVI input of the PC and confi rm that the blue LED is ON. If it is not ON, 3.
then connect 5V power supply to the power input of the sender.
Note: Be sure to NOT to use any other cable or adapter between them to avoid undesirable
performance and/or degradation.
Note: If you are using a laptop or Desktop PC with PCI Express graphic card, we recommend that you
power the sender by inserting the power supply on the sender.
How to Connect the DVI FMP
Plug the 5V power supply to the power input of the sender, and connect the power supply to the 1.
nearest power outlet. Ensure that the blue LED is ON.
How to program the sender with the displays EDID:2.
Push the EDID button on the sender unit. The blue LED light will blink twice and then turn off.A.
Connect the powered sender to the display while turned on, and not to the PC. The LED will B.
blink several time to indicate that it is reading and recording the display’s EDID. The LED will
turn OFF after it blinks several time to indicate that the EDID has been programmed.
Disconnect the sender from the display and the LED should turn ON again.C.
Note: If you want to change the display, you will have to repeat step 2. The default EDID that is
programmed in the sender is the VESA standard of UXGA (1600x1200) 60Hz.
Plug the sender to the DVI input of the PC and confi rm that the blue LED is ON. If it is not ON, 3.
then connect 5V power supply to the power input of the sender.
Note: Be sure to NOT to use any other cable or adapter between them to avoid undesirable
performance and/or degradation.
Note: If you are using a laptop or Desktop PC with PCI Express graphic card, we recommend that you
power the sender by inserting the power supply on the sender.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Single Link Range ................................................................................................... 1920 x 1200
DVI Input/Output Connector Type ............................................................................... DVI-D (19 pin) male
Fiber Requirement ................................................................................. 50 or 62.5 micron multimode fi ber
Link Connector ...................................................................................................................................... LC
Power Consumption .......................................................................................................... 2.5 Watts (max.)
Power Supply ................................................................................................................................... 5V DC
Dimensions ........................................................................................................... 1.5”W x 0.75”H x 3.25”D
Shipping Weight ................................................................................................................................. 5 Lbs
Video Amplifi er Bandwidth ............................................................................................................ 165 MHz
Input Video Signal ................................................................................................................... 1.2 Volts p-p
Input DDC Signal .............................................................................................................. 5 Volts p-p (TTL)
Maximum Single Link Range ................................................................................................... 1920 x 1200
DVI Input/Output Connector Type ............................................................................... DVI-D (19 pin) male
Fiber Requirement ................................................................................. 50 or 62.5 micron multimode fi ber
Link Connector ...................................................................................................................................... LC
Power Consumption .......................................................................................................... 2.5 Watts (max.)
Power Supply ................................................................................................................................... 5V DC
Dimensions ........................................................................................................... 1.5”W x 0.75”H x 3.25”D
Shipping Weight ................................................................................................................................. 5 Lbs
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