Gefen EXT-DVIRS232-CAT5N User Manual

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DVI RS232

Extender

EXT-DVIRS232-CAT5N

User Manual

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CONTENTS

1 Introduction
2 Features
3 Operation Notes
4 Sender Panel Layout
5 Sender Panel Descriptions

6 Receiver Panel Layout

7 Receiver Panel Descriptions

8 Connecting The DVI RS232 Extender

9 How to Equalize The Video Signal

10 Additional DIP Switch Functions

11 Network Cable Wiring Diagram

12 RS-232 Serial Control Interface

13 Specifi cations
14 Warranty

1

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the DVI RS232 Extender. 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
get the most from your hardware. We invite you to explore our distinct product
line and hope you fi nd your solutions. Don’t see what you are looking for here?
Please call us so we can better assist you with your particular needs.

The DVI RS232 Extender

Extending state-of-the-art digital video displays, computer monitors and touch
screens has never been easier. Distances up to 150 feet at 1080p resolution (300
feet at 1080i resolution) are guaranteed to perform beautifully , giving you a reliable
method of all-digital extension while streamlining your installation cabling needs.

How It Works

You simply connect the DVI RS232 Extender sender unit to your DVI and RS­232 source using the supplied cables. Your RS-232 device and the DVI display
plugs into the DVI RS232 Extender’s receiver unit. Two CAT-5 cables connect the
sender and the receiver units to each other allowing for up to 300 feet of extension
(300 feet at 1080i resolution or 150 feet of extension at 1080p resolution).

2

FEATURES

Features

• Supports resolutions up to 1080p, 2K, and 1920 x 1200

• Sends video at distances of up to 300 feet (1080i) / 150 feet (1080p)

• Small and compact

• Improved compensation for cable skew

• Audio and video are transmitted digitally over the CAT-5, CAT-5e or CAT-6
cable for zero signal loss

• Eliminates equipment noise in the viewing environment

Package Includes

(1) DVI RS232 Extender Sender Unit
(1) DVI RS232 Extender Receiver Unit
(1) 6 Foot DVI Cable (M-M)
(1) 6 Foot RS-232 Cable (M-M)
(2) 5V DC Power Supply
(1) User’s Manual

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OPERATION NOTES

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING THE DVI RS232 EXTENDER

• Use two industry standard CAT-5, CAT -5e or CAT-6 cables to operate the DVI
RS232 Extender. Gefen recommends CA T -6 cabling for maximum performance.

• For 1080i video, maximum extension is 300 feet (91 meters).

• This product features the option to force the output color space to RGB and/
or use a pre-programmed EDID. These features can be used to resolve
specifi c user issues or for troubleshooting purposes (see page 10 for more
information).