
DVE-0500
DVI Extender via Fiber Channel
User Manual
Ver. 1.00 - 0704

Introduction
LevelOne DVE-0500 DVI extender helps DVI to
transmit far away via optical fiber, it supports up to 500
meters with 1024x768 resolutions. DVI (Digital Visual
Interface) recently becomes a popular interface
between monitor and PC; you can enjoy the benefits of
long distances and crystal clear signal without any
quality losses.
Feature
Long distance image transmission
High resolution and image quality
No RF Interference by optical fiber
Remote monitor for traffic and industrial
Large video wall system
Multi-monitor for Advertising
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Package Content
– DVE-0500 (RX+TX)
– Power Adapter x 2
– DVI Extension Cable
– User Manual
Hardware Description
Power
Jack
2 x Duplex LC
Connector
Dimension
40 x 70 x 19mm (W x D x H)
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DVI
Interface

Installation
Step 1: Connect each duplex LC fiber cable one by
one as indicated number. The channel “1” of TX
corresponds to channel 1 of RX. The other channels
are the same connection.
Step 2: Connect the AC/DC adapter to the RX module.
Neglect AC/DC adapter to the TX module. The PC
may supply voltage source via DVI receptacle.
Step 3: Plug directly the TX module in the DVI
receptacle of PC. Do NOT use any intermediate cable
or adapter between them.
Step 4: Plug the RX directly module in the DVI
receptacle of display. Do NOT use any intermediate
cable or adapter between them.
Step 5: Power on the PC and display.
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Connection Diagram
Multimode
Fiber
Resolution
Resolution Mode Maximum Distance
UXGA (1600×1200)
SXGA (1280×1024)
XGA (1024×768)
SVGA (800×600)
VGA(640×480)
300m (62.5/125) / 500m (50/125)
400m (62.5/125) / 600m (50/125)
500m (62.5/125) / 700m (50/125)
500m (62.5/125) / 700m (50/125)
500m (62.5/125) / 700m (50/125)
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Technical Specification
Model
Max Length
Max Resolution
Max Bandwidth
EDID Support
Supply Current
Optical Property
Power
Operating Temp.
Storage Temp.
Dimension
EMI
DVE-0500
500M @ XGA, 62.5/125 MMF 4-LC
700M @ XGA, 50/125 MMF 4-LC
1920 × 1200
1.65 Gbps per channel
Pseudo DDC
180mA±30, TX module
280mA±30, RX module
4 channels 850nm @ -6dBm
DC 5V, 1.0A
-0℃ to 50℃
-20℃ to 75℃
40 x 70 x 19mm (W x D x H)
CE, FCC
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