Kramer Pico TOOLS PT101DVI, Pico TOOLS PT101DVI-R User Manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Model:

PT101DVI

DVI Repeater

Contents

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Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
3 Overview 2
4 Connecting a PT101D VI DVI Re pe ate r 3
5 Technical Specifications 3

Figures

Figure 1: PT101DVI DVI Repeater 2
Figure 2: Extending the DVI Transmission Range using a PT101DVI DVI Repeater 4

Tables

Table 1: PT101DVI DVI Repeater Features 2
Table 2: Technical Specifications of the PT101DVI 3

P/N: 2900-0001014 A1

PT101DVI-R ADDENDUM to the PT101DVI User Manual

This addendum to the PT101DVI user manual describes the PT101DVI-R DVI
Repeater.

The PT101DVI-R DVI Repeater:

 Equalizes and reclocks the DVI signal at the end of a long cable(s)
 Effectively reconstructs the DVI signal and retransmits it
 Includes long cable skew alignment that supports the looping of

multiple PT101DVI-R units in a chain, while preserving the quality of the
original signal

Note that only the digital signal (DVI-D) single link is available on the DVI
connector.

Figure A1 and Table A1 define the PT101DVI-R DVI Repeater:

Figure A1: PT101DVI-R

Table A1: PT101DVI-R Features

# Feature Function

1 POWER LED Illuminates when receiving power

2 INPUT DVI

Connector

Connect to the DVI source

3 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering

the unit

4 OUTPUT DVI

Connector

Connect to the DVI INPUT on the
next PT101DVI-R unit or to a DVI
acceptor

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Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.

Warning – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is

provided with this unit1.

Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or
removing device or servicing unit.

1 For example: model number SCP1200500P, part number 2535-000251

Introduction

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1 Introduction

Dedication by Kramer Electronics since 1981, to the development and
manufacture of high quality video/audio equipment, makes the Kramer line
an integral part of the finest production and presentatio n facilities in the
world. In recent years, Kramer has redesigned and upgraded most of the line,
making the best even better! The Kramer line of professional video/audio
electronics is one of the most versatile and complete available, and is a true
leader in terms of quality, workmanship, price/performance ratio and
innovation. In addition to our Pico TOOLS Digital Visual Interface (DVI)

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DUAL LINK products like the PT101DVI DVI Repeater, we also offer
excellent distribution amplifiers, high quality switchers and matrices, remote
controllers, presentation processors, interfaces and computer-related products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer PT101DVI DVI Repeater.

A single DVI LINK passes 165 megapixels per second. If you need higher
resolution, use DUAL LINK technology, which is supported by the
PT101DVI DVI Repeater.

Congratul ations on purc hasing your Kramer PT101DVI DVI Repeater, which
is ideal for the following typical applications:

• Presenta tion graphics distribution a nd graphics production studios

• Dual monitor systems

The package includes the following items:

• PT101DVI DVI Repeater

• Power adapter (12V DC Input)

• This user manual

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and the Kramer concise product catalog/CD

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

• Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables

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1 DVI was designed to provide the industry with a single, universal digital interface (primarily to provide a digital connection
between a PC and a display device). It is now considered the industry standard digital graphics interface
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com/manuals.html
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com (click “Cables and Connectors ”
in the Products section)

Overview

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3 Overview

The Kramer Pico TOOLS PT101DVI DVI Repeater:

• Is a high quality line driver for DVI-D signals that extends the standard

transmission range of standard DVI distances from 5m to up to 15m

• Can be powered by an external power supply, or directly—from DVI
connectors on Kramer Scalers, as well as from some desktop DVI cards—
without requiring an external power supply

• Utilizes DUAL LINK technolog y, enabling high frequenc y signal s up to
3Gbps, and therefore the switching of resolutions higher than UXGA

Note that on ly the di gital signal (DVI-D) is avai lable on th e D VI connector.
Achieving the best performance means:

• Connecting only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding
interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated
noise levels (often associated with low quality cables)

• Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances and
positioning your PT101DVI away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

Figure 1 and Table 1 define the PT101DVI DVI Repeater:

Table 1: PT101DVI DVI Repeater Features

# Feature Function

1 POWER LED Illuminates when receiv i ng

power

2 INPUT DVI (or DVI

DUAL LINK) Connector

Connect to the DVI (or DVI
DUAL LINK) source

3 12V DC +12V DC connector for

powering the unit

4 OUTPUT DVI (or DVI

DUAL LINK) Connector

Connect to the DVI (or DVI
DUAL LINK) acceptor

Figure 1: PT101DVI DVI Repeater

Connecting a PT101DVI DVI Repeater

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4 Connecting a PT101DVI DVI Repeater

The example in Figure 2 illustrates ho w— when connecting a DVI Graphics
source to a VP-724DS Seamless Switcher / Scaler

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—you can use the

PT101DVI DVI Repeater to extend the standard DVI transmission range to
15 meters

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To extend the DVI transmission range using a PT101DVI DVI Repeater, as
the example in Figure 2 illustrates

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, do the following:

1. Connect the DVI graphics source (for example, a computer) to the INPUT

connector on the PT101DVI DVI Repeater.

2. Connect the OUTPUT connector on the PT101DVI DVI Repeater to the
DVI VIDEO INPUT on the VP-724DS Seamless Switcher / Scaler.

3. Connect the VIDEO OUT HD15F connector on the VP-724DS to the
video acceptor, for example, a Plasma monitor.

4. Connect the power cord to the VP-724DS.

5. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket on the
PT101DVI and connect the adapter to the mains electricity.

5 Technical Specifications

Table 2 includes the technical specifications:

Table 2: Technical Specifications4 of the PT101DVI

INPUT: 1 DVI5, 1.2Vpp on a DVI Molex 24pin female connector; DDC signal 5Vpp (TTL)
OUTPUT: 1 DVI5, 1.2Vpp on DVI Molex 24pin female connector; DDC signal 5Vpp (TTL)
BANDWIDTH (-3dB): >3.3GHz
DIMENSIONS: 6 cm x 6.5 cm x 2.5 cm (2.36" x 2.56" x 1") W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0.14 kg. (0.31 lbs.) approx.

1 The VP-724DS lets you select any one of 8 inputs and scale that input to the output at the set resolution. For full details,
download the latest VP-724DS user manual from the Internet at: http://www.kramerelectronics.com/manuals.html
2 The maximum cable length if connecting the DVI Graphics source directly to the VP-724DS is 5 meters
3 The audio connections are not shown in Figure 2
4 Specifications are subject to change without notice
5 On a DVI-I connector. Note that only the digital signal (DVI-D) is available on the DVI connector

Technical Specifications

KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD.

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Figure 2: Extending the DVI Transmission Range using a PT101DVI DVI Repeater

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LIMITED WARRANTY

Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the
following terms.

HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY

Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase.

WHO IS PROTECTED?

Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.

WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered
by the warranty:

1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site
www.kramerelectronics.com.

2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.

3. Dama ge, deterioration or ma lfu nction resulting fro m:
i) Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature

ii) Product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product
iii) Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer
iv) Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier)
v) Removal or installation of the product
vi) Any ot he r cause, whic h does not re late to a produ ct defe c t
vii) Car t ons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product

WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR

We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items. We will not pay for the following:

1. Removal or installations charges.

2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the
responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was pur chased.

3. Shipping charges.

HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE

1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.

2. Whenever warranty service is required, t he origina l dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warrant y coverage,
and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name, company, address, and
a description of the problem(s).

3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, co nsult your autho r ized dealer.

LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.

EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES

The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer
shall not be liable for:

1. Damage to other property caused by defects in this pro duct, da mages based upon inconve nience, loss of use of the product, loss
of time, commercial loss; or:

2. Any ot her d amag es, w het her incid ent al, c ons eque nt ial o r ot herw ise. S o me co unt ries may no t allow limit at ions o n ho w long a n
implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitat ion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from place to place.
NOTE: All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer.
This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of:
EN-50081: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC);

generic emission standard.
Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry"

EN-50082: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) generic immunity standard.

Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry environment".

CFR-47: FCC Rules and Regulations:

Part 15: “Radio frequency devices
Subpart B – Unintentional radiators”

CAUTION!

⌦ Servicing t he machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or modifications to

the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user author it y to operat e the equipment.

⌦ Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine.
⌦ P lease use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components.

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

3 Am VeOlamo Street. Jerusalem 95463, Israel Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone], E-mail: [e-mail]

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