NTI VOPEX-C5USBVA-4, VOPEX-C5USBVA-8, VOPEX-C5USBVUA-4, VOPEX-C5USBVUA-8 Installation And Operation Manual
NTI
NETWORK
R
TECHNOLOGIES
INCORPORATED
1275 Danner Dr
Aurora, OH 44202
www.networktechinc.com
Tel:330-562-7070
Fax:330-562-1999
VOPEX®Series
VOPEX-C5USBVA-4 /-8
VOPEX-C5USBVUA-4 /-8
VGA Video/Audio
Splitter/Extender
Installation and Operation Manual
VOPEX-C5USBVUA-8 (Front and Rear View)
MAN208 Rev Date 11/20/2014
TRADEMARK
VOPEX is a registered trademark of Network Technologies Inc in the U.S. and other countries.
COPYRIGHT
Copyright © 2003, 2014 by Network Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored
in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without the prior written consent of Network Technologies Inc, 1275 Danner Drive, Aurora, Ohio 44202.
CHANGES
The material in this guide is for information only and is subject to change without notice. Network Technologies Inc reserves the
right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.
!
WARNING: Never connect a VOPEX Series VOPEX-C5USBV(A)-4 Extender/Splitter to an Ethernet card,
Ethernet router, hub or switch or other Ethernet RJ45 connector of an Ethernet device. Damage to devices connected
to the Ethernet may result.
Note: CATx connection cable used between NTI VOPEX Series Splitter and XTENDEX Series Remote or any XTENDEX
Series products should not be run underground, outdoors or between buildings.
!
WARNING: Outdoor or underground runs of CATx cable could be dangerous and will void the warranty.
GROUNDING
This product is equipped with grounding hardware to prevent interference from sources of
electrical noise that could interfere with the normal operation of the VOPEX or damage it.
Use either the crimp-on lug or solder terminal to secure a properly grounded wire to the
VOPEX.
Crimp-on
Solder
terminal
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................1
Materials..........................................................................................................................................................................1
Features and Functions...................................................................................................................................................2
Limitations .......................................................................................................................................................................4
Preparation for Installation ..............................................................................................................................................4
VOPEX Installation..........................................................................................................................................................5
VOPEX-C5USBVA-x ...................................................................................................................................................5
Local Device Connections...........................................................................................................................................6
Remote Unit Installation..................................................................................................................................................7
ST-C5USBVUA-R-1000...............................................................................................................................................7
Connect the CATx cable .................................................................................................................................................8
Plug-in and Boot Up........................................................................................................................................................9
Configuration and Command Mode..............................................................................................................................10
Command Mode........................................................................................................................................................10
Adjust Brightness....................................................................................................................................................10
Automatic Video Quality Adjustment......................................................................................................................10
Fine Video Quality Adjustment ...............................................................................................................................11
General Video Quality Adjustment ......................................................................................................................11
Color Skew Adjustment.......................................................................................................................................11
Test Patterns .......................................................................................................................................................11
Update DDC............................................................................................................................................................11
Toggle MAC Mode..................................................................................................................................................12
Exit Command Mode ..............................................................................................................................................12
Firmware Upgrade Procedure.......................................................................................................................................13
Requirements ............................................................................................................................................................13
Prepare to Upgrade the Firmware.............................................................................................................................14
Upgrade Procedures..................................................................................................................................................15
Start the Bootloader................................................................................................................................................15
Upgrade the Local Controller Firmware..................................................................................................................15
Upgrade the Local Port Controller Firmware..........................................................................................................16
Upgrade the Remote Controller Firmware..............................................................................................................16
Technical Specifications................................................................................................................................................18
Interconnection Cable Wiring Method...........................................................................................................................19
RJ45 Connector Wiring..............................................................................................................................................19
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................................19
Warranty Information.....................................................................................................................................................20
TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1- Connecting the VOPEX to a PC.........................................................................................................................................5
Figure 3- Connect local devices as needed.......................................................................................................................................6
Figure 4- Connect the Extended Components to the ST-C5USBVUA-R-1000 Remote Unit.............................................................7
Figure 5- Connect a CATx cable between the VOPEX and each Remote Unit .................................................................................8
Figure 6- Connect the AC adapter to a VOPEX.................................................................................................................................9
Figure 7- Connect the AC adapter to an XTENDEX Remote Unit .....................................................................................................9
Figure 8- MAC Mode LED................................................................................................................................................................12
Figure 9- Connect PC for firmware upgrade....................................................................................................................................14
Figure 10- View looking into RJ45 female........................................................................................................................................19
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NTI VOPEX SERIES CAT5 USB KVM SPLITTER/EXTENDER
INTRODUCTION
The VOPEX
®
VGA USB KVM Splitter with built-in USB hub extends one USB computer (PC, SUN, MAC) to up to four users
(four USB keyboards, mice and VGA monitors) connected to XTENDEX Series Remote Units.
Options:
For support for up to eight users, order VOPEX-C5USBVA-8.
For support for USB touch screen monitor, CAC card reader, or interactive whiteboard, add a “U” to the part number (order
VOPEX-C5USBVUA-x (x= 4 or 8))
Remote video and audio devices can be located as much as 1000 feet away from the source via Category 5e/6/6A/7
unshielded or shielded (see chart on page 18) twisted-pair cable. The VOPEX can optionally supply video and audio to
devices located near the source and provides support for any USB 2.0 full speed device connected to its ports.
The VOPEX Series VGA Splitter/Extender is extremely simple to install and has been thoroughly tested to insure reli able
performance. Through the use of CATx unshielded twisted-pair cable it is possible to economically increase the flexibility of
a computer system. Here are some of the features and ways this can benefit the user:
• Allows the placement of monitors, USB devices and self-powered stereo speakers/amplifiers in different remote
locations where only these parts are needed.
• Provides crisp and clear resolution up to 1080p
• Video quality adjustment is automatic for varying lengths of CATx cable
• Digital transmission of audio signals reduces any loss in quality.
• Audio can be broadcast to self-powered stereo speakers at each remote location and to the local unit.
MATERIALS
Materials Included with this kit:
¾ VOPEX-C5USBV(U)A-x (x= 4 or 8 for number of CATx ports)
¾ 120VAC or 240VAC at 50 or 60Hz-5VDC/2.0A AC Adapter (4 Port) or 3.0A AC Adapter (8 Port)
¾ VEXT-3 3 Foot VGA Male-Female Video Cable
¾ USB2-AB-1M-5T 1 Meter USB Male Type A-Male Type B cable
¾ SA-3-MM 3 Foot 3.5mm male-male stereo plug -stereo plug cable
¾ DB9F-RJ45F- Adapter (CT6182) (VOPEX-C5USBVU(A)-4/-8 models only)
¾ 5 Foot CAT5 Patch Cable (VOPEX-C5USBVU(A)-4/-8 models only)
¾ CD with a pdf file of this manual
Additional materials not supplied but are required:
¾ CAT5/5e/6 Solid UTP/STP EIA/TIA 568B cable(s) terminated with RJ45 connectors wired straight thru- pin 1 to pin 1,
etc. (see page 19 for proper EIA/TIA 568B wiring method) (see also limitations on page 4 and resolution chart on page
18)
¾ One or more of the following XTENDEX Remote Units:
Compatible Splitter Remote Unit Supported Features
ST-C5USBV-R-1000S USB KVM VOPEX-C5USBVA-x
ST-C5USBVA-R-1000S USB KVM + Audio
VOPEX-C5USBVUA-x
Contact your nearest NTI distributor or NTI directly for all of your KVM needs at 800-RGB-TECH (800-742-8324) in US &
Canada or 330-562-7070 (Worldwide) or at our website at www.networktechinc.com
assistance.
ST-C5USBVU-R-1000S USB KVM + Additional USB Port +
Firmware Upgradable
ST-C5USBVUA-R-1000S USB KVM + Additional USB Port +
Audio+Firmware Upgradable
and we will be happy to be of
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NTI VOPEX SERIES CAT5 USB KVM SPLITTER/EXTENDER
FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
VOPEX
#
LABEL CONNECTOR DESCRIPTION
1 Video In
2 USB CPU
3 Audio In
4 Video Out
5 USB Devices
6 Audio Out
7 RS232 Firmware
Upgrade
8 5VDC 2A
9 Pwr
10 Ground
11 CATx Output 1-4
15HD male video
connector
USB Type B female for connecting a USB cable between the VOPEX and the PC
3.5mm Stereo jack for connecting to stereo audio source
15HD female video
connector
USB Type A female for connecting any USB 2.0 full speed devices
3.5mm Stereo jack for connecting self-powered stereo speakers
RJ45 connector for connecting RS232 communication cable between the VOPEX and
Power Jack connection jack for the AC adapter (“3A” for 8-port model)
Green LED Illuminates when power has been applied to the VOPEX
Crimp and solder
terminals
RJ45 connector for connecting the CATx cable between the VOPEX and Remote units
for connecting a VGA cable between the VOPEX and the PC
for connecting the local display device
the RS232 port of a terminal (VOPEX-C5USBVUA-4/-8 only)
for connecting to earth ground
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NTI VOPEX SERIES CAT5 USB KVM SPLITTER/EXTENDER
XTENDEX Remote Unit (Sold Separately)
#
LABEL CONNECTOR DESCRIPTION
12 MAC Mode
SUPPORTED USB
13
DEVICES
14
15 5VDC 3A
16 Audio Out
17 CATx
17a Yellow LED -- traffic indicator- illuminates when there is communication between
17b Green LED -- power indicator- illuminates when power has been supplied to the
18 Video Out
Green LED for visual indication that the Local Unit is configure d for connection to a
MAC CPU
USB Type A female for connection of remote user USB device(s)
USB Type A female extra USB port present in ST-C5USBVUA-R-1000S and ST-
C5USBVU-R-1000S remotes only.
When present, support is also present for touch screen monitor, CAC
reader, or SMART Board™ (for connection to any one of the 3 USB
Type A ports).
Power Jack for connecting AC adapter to Remote Unit
3.5mm Stereo Jack for remote connection of self-powered stereo speakers
RJ45 Female for connecting the CATx cable between the VOPEX and Remote unit
the VOPEX and Remote Units.
unit
15HD female video
connector
for connecting the remote display device
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NTI VOPEX SERIES CAT5 USB KVM SPLITTER/EXTENDER
LIMITATIONS
• The audio input of the VOPEX-C5USBVA-4 / -8 is compatible with the following standard CPU audio outputs:
• Line out - typically lime green in color
• Speaker out- typically orange in color
• Headphone out- typically located on the CD-ROM
• The audio outputs of the VOPEX and the XTENDEX Remote Unit are compatible with self-powered stereo speakers.
PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION
• Locations should be chosen for the monitors and speakers that also have space to connect the VOPEX and XTENDEX
Remote Units within the distance provided by the cables. If extension cables are needed, contact NTI for the cables
required.
• The CATx cables must be run to the locations where the VOPEX and XTENDEX Remote Units will be connected. Be
careful to route the cables away from any sources of magnetic fields or electrical interference that might reduce the
quality of the video signal (i.e. AC motors, welding equipment, etc.). NOTE: If CAT5 cable is already installed in the
wall and there are RJ45 wall outlets, it will be necessary to obtain male-to-male straight through connection cables long
enough to reach from the wall outlets to the connection locations of the VOPEX and XTENDEX Remote Units.
• A properly grounded, polarized, and preferably surge-protected 120V or 240V electrical outlet (de pending on the AC
adapter being used) must be installed close enough to the connection location of the VOPEX and XTENDEX Remote
Units, monitors, stereo speakers, and CPU to plug them into.
• All cables should be installed in such a way that they do not cause stress on their connections to the equipment.
Extended lengths of cable hanging from a connection may interfere with the quality of that connection. Secure cables
as needed to minimize this.
• Properly shut down and disconnect the power from all devices to be separated. If other equipment is involved whose
connections are being interrupted, be sure to refer to the instruction manuals for that equipment for proper disconnection
and re-connection procedures before proceeding.
Note: CAT5 connection cable used between NTI XTENDEX Series Local and Remote or any XTENDEX Series
products should not be run underground, outdoors or between buildings.
!
WARNING: Outdoor or underground runs of CAT5 cable could be dangerous and will void the warranty.
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