Gefen CAT5-1500, EXT-CAT5-1500 User Manual

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CAT5•1500

EXT-CAT5-1500

USER MANUAL

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CAT5•1500 is a trademark of Gefen Inc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction
Box Contents
How it works
Operation Notes
CAT5•1500 Front Panel Layouts
CAT5•1500S Send Unit Back Panel
CAT5•1500S Back Panel Function Descriptions
CAT5•1500R Back Panel Layout
CAT5•1500R Back Panel Functions
CAT5 Cable Length Setup
Link Cable - Wiring Diagram
CAT5•1500 Wiring Diagram
System Specifi cations
Warranty

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Thank you for purchasing the new ex•tend•it CAT5•1500 series.
The ex•tend•it CAT5•1500 allows users the benefi ts of extending VGA, USB, and audio

signals beyond the desktop. In a growing number of applications, broadcast stations and
production facilities there is a need to control a computer remotely . The keyboard, mouse,
and video monitor are relocated to the remote side. A CPU may need to be shared between
several users or moved to another room because of annoying fan noise.

The CAT5•1500 can be used to extend computers with printers, hard drives, scanners,
cameras, keyboards, mouse, and any other USB-type devices. The CAT5•1500 has the
potential to extend the distance of 330 feet over industry standard Category 5 (CAT-5)
cable. One can connect multiple CA T5•1500 units to the same computer, allowing access
to the same computer from different locations up to 330 feet apart.

INTRODUCTION

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The CAT5•1500 system consists of:
(1) CAT5•1500S sender unit

(1) CAT5•1500R receiver unit
(2) 5 VDC power supply
(1) Video cable (6 FT)
(1) USB cable (6 FT)
(1) Audio cable (6 FT)
(1) User Manual

BOX CONTENTS

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In its most basic application, the CA T5•1500S sender unit resides next to the computer. With
the supplied VGA, USB, and audio cables, they connect the computer to the CA T5•1500S
sender unit.

The CAT5•1500R receiver unit and USB peripherals are placed next to the mon i­ tor. The monitor and USB devices are connected to the CAT5•1500R in the
same way they are con nect ed to the back of the com put er (PC or Macintosh).

Industry standard Category 5 (CAT-5) cables are used to link CAT5•1500S send er and
CA T5•1500R receiver units together. The VGA signals are ex tend ed by one CAT-5 cable.
While USB and audio signals are extended with a second CAT5-cable.

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READ THESE NOTES BEFORE IN STALL ING

OR OPERATING THE CAT5•1500 SYSTEM

* Industry standard Category-5 (CAT-5) cables are used to link the CAT5•1500 sender

and receiver boxes together.
* When two monitors are used in the local and remote lo ca tions, the video monitors must

be a multi-resolution type. This pertains to monitors placed remotely, and those divided
between local and remote locations. The video monitors will not initialize correctly at start­up if they are different types.

* The CAT5•1500 units are housed in a metal box for better RF shielding.

OPERATION NOTES

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Front Panel Function Descriptions

POWER ON INDICATOR - Indicates that the unit is plugged in and powered on

CAT5•1500S FRONT PANEL LAY OUT

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CAT5•1500R FRONT PANEL LAYOUT

Front Panel Function Descriptions

Focus - Fine focus adjustment for video
BRIGHTNESS - Adjusts the video brightness
POWER ON INDICATOR - The red LED indicates that the unit is powered on

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CAT5•1500S SEND UNIT BACK PANEL

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POWER - 5 VDC external power supply
MONITOR OUT - HD15 output connects to the monitor for local video
VIDEO IN - HD15 input from computer
CAT-5 VIDEO - RJ-45 input extends VGA signals with CAT-5 cable
CAT-5 USB/AUD - RJ-45 input extends USB, and audio signals with CAT-5 cable
AUDIO - Audio mini Jack input from computer
USB IN - USB Input from computer

CAT5•1500S BACK PANEL FUNCTIONS

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CAT5•1500R BACK PANEL LAYOUT

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POWER - 5 VDC external power supply
VIDEO OUT 1 - HD15 output connecting to the video monitor
VIDEO OUT 2 - HD15 output connecting to the video monitor (mirrored video)
AUDIO - Audio Mini Jack
CAT-5 VIDEO - RJ-45 input connects CAT-5 cable to receive extended VGA

signals
CAT-5 USB/AUD - RJ-45 input connects CAT-5 cable to receive extended USB,

and audio signals

2 USB OUT - USB Outputs (Type A) - Connects to USB devices

CAT5•1500R BACK PANEL FUNC TIONS

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CAT5 CABLE LENGTH SETUP

Jumper settings are used to set the focus of the picture and characters to the best possible
sharpness. The jump ers in the CA T5•1500R are set at the factory as shown in the diagram
below . The fi rst step to adjusting the video is to have the CAT5•1500S and CAT5•1500R
con nect ed together with the CAT-5 cable that is going to be used in the in stal la tion. Then
set your computer to the resolution and refresh rate that you will be using most frequently
be using. Then open up the CA T5•1500R by un screw ing the bottom three screws on back
end of the box. Then two screws on each side of the box and the top. There are 9 screws
total that need to be removed. Lastly, the 4 hex bolts around the Monitor Out port and
the Video In port need to also be removed. When this is done, look at some text on the
monitor and set the jumpers to the recommended jumper setting based on the length of
your CA T -5 extension cable. If smear ing is present, try moving all the jumpers up or down
one from the recommended setting. If just one color smears, adjust an individual jumper
for the color that is smearing (it can be two colors). Repeat the same steps for monitor 2

Jumper Settings

Red

Green

Blue

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Po si tion

Cable length
0-132 feet

133-198

199-264 feet

265-330 feet

Recommended Jumper Settings

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White/Orange

Orange

White/Green

Blue

White/Blue

Green

White/Brown

Brown

RJ-45 Jack

RJ-45 Jack

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Video Amplifi er Bandwidth .................................................................................. 350 MHz

Actual Bandwidth .........................................,...................................................... 120 MHz

Input Video Signal ......................................................................................... 1.2 Volts p-p

Input Sync Signal ................................................................................... 5 Volts p-p (TTL)

Horizontal Frequency Range ........................................................................... 15-70 KHz

Vertical Frequency Range .............................................................................. 30 - 170 Hz

Video In................................................................................................................... HD-15

Focus/Brightness Control ............................................................................. 25 to 330 FT

Video out ................................................................................................................ HD-15

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

USB - "A" Connector ........................................................................................ USB Input

USB - "B" Connector ............................................................................ USB Device Input

Audio Connector ...................................................................... mini-phone Stereo 3.5mm

Power Consumption ................................................................... 10 Watts per unit (max.)

Power Supply ......................................................................................... 5 VDC (Ex ter nal)

Dimensions ................................................................................. 8.4" W x 1.6" H x 4.2" D

Rack Mountable .......................................................................................... 1 Rack Space

Shipping Weight ....................................................................................................... 6 Lbs

SPECIFICATIONS

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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 two
(2) 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 time 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.

1. Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty.

2. Customers outside the US are responsible for shipping charges to and from Gefen.

3. Copper cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cable must be free from any
scratches, markings, and neatly coiled.

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 CAT5•1500 features and specifi cations is subject
to change without notice.

For the latest warranty coverage information, please visit Gefen’s Warranty web page at
http://www.gefen.com/kvm/aboutus/warranty.jsp

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Please register your product online by visiting Gefen’s web site at

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