Gefen EXT-CAT5-1600HD User Manual

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CAT5-1600HD

EXT-CAT5-1600HD

User Manual

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CONTENTS

1 Introduction
2 Operation Notes
3 Features
4 Sender Panel Layout
5 Sender Panel Descriptions
6 Receiver Panel Layout
7 Receiver Panel Descriptions
8 Connecting and Operating the CAT5-1600HD
8 Wiring Diagram
9 Adjusting the Signal Quality
10 Network Cable Wiring Diagram
11 Rack Mount Installation
12 Specifi cations
13 Warranty

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the CAT5-1600HD. Your complete satisfac­tion is very important to us.

Gefen

Gefen is a unique product line catering to the growing needs for innovative home
theater solutions. We specialize in total integration for your home theater, while
also focusing on going above and beyond customer expectations to ensure you
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Please call us so we can better assist you with your particular needs.

The Gefen CAT5-1600HD

Extend your DVI and USB 2.0 peripherals with the Gefen CAT5-1600HD up to
200 feet away from the computer using two CAT-6a cables. The unit includes
a built-in 4-port USB 2.0 hub located on the Receiver unit and gives complete
computer access control up to 150 feet away.

How It Works

Connect the DVI and USB computer ports to the Sender unit. Connect the re­mote display and computer peripherals to the Receiver unit. Two CAT-5e cables
(for the DVI and for the USB 2.0) extensions connect the Sender and the Re­ceiver units together. Power up the units, and a crisp picture will appear on the
display.

OPERATION NOTES

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READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING THE CAT5-1600HD

• CAT-6a cables can be used up to 200 feet (60 meters).

• CAT-5e cables can be used up to 150 feet (45 meters).

• Shielded (STP) CAT-5e/CAT-6a is recommended. However, unshielded
(UTP) CAT-5e/CAT-6a is acceptable.

NOTE: Shielded cable has an advantage by providing immunity to
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), cell phones and A/C motors.

• The CAT5-1600HD only supports DVI-D signals. Analog DVI content is not
supported.

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FEATURES

Features

• Extend any DVI source at 1920x1200 up to 200 feet (60 meters) using CAT­6a cable.

• Extends USB 2.0 compliant devices up to 300 feet

• DVI is transmitted digitally for zero signal loss over CAT-5 cable

• Supports video resolutions up to 1080p and 1920x1200.

• HDCP compliant for viewing of copy-protected video content (e.g. Blu-ray)

• Supports the DDWG standard for DVI compliant monitors

• Includes rack ears

Package Includes

(1) CAT5-1600HD Sender Unit
(1) CAT5-1600HD Receiver Unit
(1) 6 ft. DVI cable (M-M)
(1) 6 ft. USB cable (A-B)
(2) 5V DC Locking Power Supplies
(1) Set of Rack Ears
(1) User Manual

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SENDER PANEL LAYOUT

Front Panel

Back Panel

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SENDER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

1 Power LED

When this LED is lit, power is correctly supplied to the unit.

2 USB Input

Supplies USB connection from the host computer to the Sender. Connect a
USB cable from an available USB port on the computer to this jack.

3 Host Connected LED

When this LED is lit, this indicates that the host computer and the Sender unit
are connected together properly .

4 CAT-5 USB Link Input

Connects to the Receiver unit via a length of CA T-5e or CAT-6a cabling. Used
for transmission of the USB signal from Sender to Receiver.

5 CAT-5 Video Link Input

Connects to the Receiver unit via a length of CA T-5e or CAT-6a cabling. Used
for transmission of the DVI video signal from Sender to Receiver.

6 DVI Input

Connects the computer’s DVI video interface output to the Sender unit.

7 5V DC Locking Power Connector

Connect the supplied 5V DC locking power supply here.

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RECEIVER PANEL LAYOUT

Front Panel

Back Panel

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RECEIVER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

1 Power LED

When this LED is lit, power is correctly supplied to the unit.

2 EQ Trim Pot

The EQ trim pot is used to equalize the signal to compensate for the extension
distance and the quality/skew variances that are found in different CAT-5e / CAT­6a cabling brands.

3 USB Outputs

Connect the keyboard, mouse, printer and any USB-compatible accessories
(such as an external hard disk drive) to these ports.

4 CAT-5 USB Link Input

Connects to the Receiver unit via a length of CA T-5e or CAT-6a cabling. Used
for transmission of the USB signal from Sender to Receiver.

5 Host Link LED

When this LED is lit, this indicates that the host computer and the Sender unit
are connected together properly .

6 CAT-5 Video Link Input

Connects to the Sender unit via a length of CA T-5e or CAT-6a cabling. Used for
transmission of the DVI video signal from Sender to Receiver.

7 DVI Output

Connect the remote DVI-compliant display device to this port on its input cable.

8 5V DC Locking Power Connector

Connect the supplied 5V DC locking power supply here.

CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE CAT5-1600HD

How to Connect the CAT5-1600HD

1. Connect the Sender unit to the computer via the included DVI and USB
cables.

2. At the remote location, connect the display, mouse, keyboard, printer and
any other USB accessory to the Receiver unit (up to 4 USB devices may be
connected at one time to the Receiver unit).

3. Connect the Sender and Receiver units together with up to 200 feet of CAT­6a or up to 150 feet using CAT-5e cable.

4. Connect the included 5V DC external power supplies to both the Sender
and Receiver units. Gently screw in the threaded locking power connectors,
being careful not to overly tighten them.

5. The remote computer can now be controlled from the Receiver unit.

Wiring Diagram for the CAT5-1600HD

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EXT-CAT5-1600HD

Sender

Receiver

Computer

DVI Monitor

USB CABLE

DVI CABLE

CAT-5 CABLE

CAT-6 CABLE

(Up To 200 Ft)

(Up To 200 Ft)

USB Mouse

USB Keyboard

USB Printer

USB External HDD

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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE CAT5-1600HD

Adjusting the Signal Quality

The CAT5-1600HD has an EQ trim pot on the Receiver Unit to compensate for
the extension distance and cable skew found in different CAT-5e / CAT-6a cabling
brands. If there is no output video or if output video contains video artifacts and/or
video noise such as snow, use the steps below to adjust the EQ trim pot.

1. Insert a small fl at-headed tool into the EQ trim pot on the front panel of the
Receiver Unit.

2. The trim pot has 8 set positions. Turn the trim pot clockwise until it clicks into
the next position. Continue adjusting the trim pot until the issue is resolved.

3. Carefully remove the adjustment tool.

EQ Trim Pot

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NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM

Gefen recommends the TIA/EIA-568-B wiring option. Please adhere to the table
below when fi eld-terminating the CAT-5e / CAT-6a cable for use with Gefen
products.

Pin Color

1 Orange / White
2 Orange
3 Green / White
4 Blue

5 Blue / White
6 Green
7 Brown / White
8 Brown

CAT-5e / CAT-6a cabling comes in stranded and solid core types. Gefen
recommends using solid core cabling.

It is recommended to use one continuous run from one end to the other.
Connecting through a patch is not recommended.

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RACK MOUNT INSTALLATION

Rear of unit

Front of unit

Rack mount ears are provided for installation of this unit into a 1U rack mount
space.

1. Locate the side screws on the unit.

2. Remove the front 2 screws that are located closest to the front of the unit.

3. Using the removed screws, screw the rack mounting bracket into the unit.

4. Repeat the procedure on the opposite side of the unit.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Video Amplifi er Bandwidth.........................................................................165 MHz

Single Link Range....................................................................1080P, 1920 x 1200

Input Video Signal......................................................................................1.2V p-p

Input DDC Signal................................................................................5V p-p (TTL)

DVI Connector...............................DVI-I (29 pin) female (DVI-D digital signal only)

USB Input (Sender)............................................................USB type “B” connector

USB Output (Receiver)..............................................four USB type “A” connectors

Link Connectors (2).........................................................................RJ-45 Shielded

Power Supply.................................................................................................5V DC

Power Consumption.................................................................20W (max.) per unit

Dimensions....................................................................17” W x 1.75” H x 4.375” D

Shipping Weight..............................................................................................7 lbs.

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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 notifi ed 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 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 cables must be in their
original condition.

The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to
be accurate. However, Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies
that may be contained in this manual. In no event will Gefen 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 the 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

http://www.gefen.com/kvm/Registry/Registration.jsp

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