Kramer C-FODM/FODM-33, C-FODM/FODM-66, C-FODM/FODM-98, C-FODM/FODM-164, C-FODM/FODM-328 User Manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Optical DVI Extension Cable Models:

C-FODM/FODM-33

C-FODM/FODM-66

C-FODM/FODM-98

C-FODM/FODM-164

C-FODM/FODM-328

Contents

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Contents

1

Introduction 1

2

Getting Started 1

3

Overview 1

3.1

System Requirements for Setup (Hardware) 2

4

Using Your Optical DVI Extension Cable 2

4.1

Installing Your Optical DVI Extension Cable 2

4.2

Avoiding Pitfalls using the Optical DVI Extension Cable 3

5

Technical Specifications 4

Figures

Figure 1: Optical DVI Extension Cable 2
Figure 2: Optical DVI Extension Cable Connector 3

Tables

Table 1: Technical Specifications 4

Introduction

1

1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and
affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video,
audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have
redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our
350-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups1, which are clearly defined
by function. Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer Optical DVI
Extension Cable, which is available in these models: C-FODM/FODM-33,

C-FODM/FODM-66, C-FODM/FODM-98, C-FODM/FODM-164, and/or
C-FODM/FODM-328.

The unique Kramer Optical DVI Extension Cable is ideal for extending the
distance of DVI signals2 without the need for a Repeater. For example, the
C-FODM/FODM-328 can be used to extend to up to 100 meters. The
package includes the following items:

 Optical DVI Extension Cable: C-FODM/FODM-33,
C-FODM/FODM-66, C-FODM/FODM-98, C-FODM/FODM-164, or
C-FODM/FODM-328

 This user manual3

2 Getting Started

We recommend that you:

 Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment

 Review the contents of this user manual

3 Overview

The Kramer Optical DVI Extension Cable is available in these models:

C-FODM/FODM-33 (can extend the DVI signal up to 33 ft / 10 meters),
C-FODM/FODM-66 (can extend the DVI signal up to 66 ft / 20 meters),
C-FODM/FODM-98 (can extend the DVI signal up to 98 ft / 30 meters),
C-FODM/FODM-164 (can extend the DVI signal up to 164 ft / 50 meters), and
C-FODM/FODM-328 (can extend the DVI signal up to 328 ft / 100 meters).

Figure 1 illustrates the Kramer Optical DVI Extension Cable:

1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3:

Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors; GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces;

GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors

2 Limited to 5 meters

3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from: http://www.kramerelectronics.com