Rose CrystalView DVI Mini User Manual

CrystalView DVI Mini

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DVI, USB 2.0 CATx Extender

Installation

and

Operations Manual

LIMITED WARRANTY

Rose Electronics warrants the CrystalView DVI Mini to be in good working order for one year from
the date of purchase from Rose Electronics or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in
good working order at any time during this one-year warranty period, Rose Electronics will, at its
option, repair or replace the Unit as set forth below. Repair parts and replacement units will be
either reconditioned or new. All replaced parts become the property of Rose Electronics. This
limited warranty does not include service to repair damage to the Unit resulting from accident,
disaster, abuse, or unauthorized modification of the Unit, including static discharge and power
surges.

Limited Warranty service may be obtained by delivering this unit during the one-year warranty
period to Rose Electronics or an authorized repair center providing a proof of purchase date. If this
Unit is delivered by mail, you agree to insure the Unit or assume the risk of loss or damage in
transit, to prepay shipping charges to the warranty service location, and to use the original shipping
container or its equivalent. You must call for a return authorization number first. Under no
circumstances will a unit be accepted without a return authorization number. Contact an authorized
repair center or Rose Electronics for further information.

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WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, AND
NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THIS PERIOD.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY
LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

IF THIS PRODUCT IS NOT IN GOOD WORKING ORDER AS WARRANTED ABOVE, YOUR
SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR AS PROVIDED ABOVE. IN NO EVENT
WILL ROSE ELECT R O N IC S BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY DAMAGES INCLUDING ANY LOST
PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
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CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS , SO T HE AB OVE MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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Rose Electronics Part # MAN-CRVDVIMINI
Printed In the United States of America – Revision 1.1

CE Declaration Of Conformity

The products listed below in the form as delivered comply with the
provisions of the following European Directives:

2004/108/EG Council Directive on the approximation of the laws of
the Member States relating to electromagnetic
compatibility

CE Marking 2009

Product list:
CRK-M1DTXUD1D / CRK-M1DTXUD2D
CRK-M1DTXTD1D / CRK-M1DTXTD2D

The products comply with the following harmonized standards for
Information Technology Equipment:

• EN 55022:2006 + A1:2007 (Class A)

• EN 55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003

•

This declaration certifies the conformity to the specified directives but
contains no assurance of properties. The safety instructions and
installation guidelines noted in this manual shall be considered in detail.
Compliance with the specifications for cable lengths and types is
mandatory.

Use in a Domestic Environment

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may
cause radio interference in which case the us er m a y be required to take
adequate measures.

RoHS compliance

All CrystalView DVI Mini models comply with the EC Directive 2002/95/EG
on the Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and
electronic equipment.

TABLE of CONTENTS

CONTENTS PAGE #

System Introduction ............................................................................................. 2

Disclaimer ............................................................................................................ 2

About This Manual .............................................................................................. 3

Product Registration ............................................................................................ 3

Rose Electronics Web Site .................................................................................. 3

Features ........................................................................................................... 4

Package Contents ........................................................................................... 4

CrystalView DVI Mini Models .............................................................................. 5

Compatibility .................................................................................................... 9

Unit Installat io n .................................................................................................. 10

Single head (USB-HID model) Installation .................................................... 10

Dual head (USB-HID model) Installation ....................................................... 11

Single head (USB-2.0 model) Installation ...................................................... 12

Dual head (USB-2.0 model) Installation ........................................................ 13

Dip Switch Settings ........................................................................................ 14

Command Mode ................................................................................................ 16

DDC Information ............................................................................................ 17

Compatibility Information ............................................................................... 18

System Operation .............................................................................................. 18

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 19

Product Safety ................................................................................................... 21

Figures PAGE #

Figure 1. Single Head USB HID Model ............................................................... 5

Figure 2. Dual head USB HID Model .................................................................. 6

Figure 3. Single head USB 2.0 ............................................................................ 7

Figure 4. Dual head USB 2.0 Model.................................................................... 8

Figure 5. Single head Installation (U S B-HID) .................................................... 10

Figure 6. Dual head Installation (USB-HID) ...................................................... 11

Figure 7. Single head Installation (U S B-2.0) ..................................................... 12

Figure 8. Dual head Installation (USB-2.0) ....................................................... 13

Figure 9. Transmitter Dip switch settings .......................................................... 14

Appendices PAGE #

Appendix A - Specifications ............................................................................... 23

Appendix B – Parts and Cables ........................................................................ 24

Appendix C - Diagnostics .................................................................................. 25

CrystalView DVI Mini Installation and Operations Manual 1

INTRODUCTION

System Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Rose Electronics CrystalView DVI Mini KVM
station extender. The CrystalView DVI Mini is the result of Rose Electronics
commitment to providing state-of-the-art solutions for today’s demanding
workplace. The CrystalView DVI Mini has proven to be a valuable investment
for any business, big or small, that has a need to access their computer from a
remote location. Using the CrystalView DVI Mini, you can locate the remote
user station up to 165ft. (50m) away and have full control of the computer.

The CrystalView DVI Mini is available in four models; single and dual head, HID
USB and single and dual head USB 2.0 transparent. The dual head model
allows a second video input to be connected to the transmitter unit.

The CrystalView DVI Mini system consists of two Units, a transmitter and a
receiver unit. The transmitter connects to your computer’s DVI-D SingleLink
graphic card and a USB Type A port. The receiver unit connects to a USB
keyboard, DVI video monitor and a USB mouse. The transmitter and receiver
units are connected together with industry standard CATx S/UTP cable
terminated with RJ45 connectors. All models can extend the distance from the
CPU up to 165 feet. CAT-x cable can be ordered from Rose Electronics in 25­1,000 foot lengths.

Using the CrystalView DVI Mini to remotely access your computer has several
applications that make it convenient for the users. You can loc ate your
computer in a secure area and access them from other unsecured areas.
Computers used in hazardous industrial environments can be accessed
remotely, keeping the users safe and unexposed to any hazards.

Disclaimer

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, the
manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither does
the manufacturer assume any liability for damages resulting from the use of the
information contained herein. The manufacturer reserves the right to change
the specifications, functions, or circuitry of the product without notice.

The manufacturer cannot accept liability for damages due to misuse of the
product or other circumstances outside the manufacturer’s control. The
manufacturer will not be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury arising
directly or indirectly from the use of this product.

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Register you
www.rose.com/htm/online

INTRODUCTION

About This Manual

This manual covers the installation, configuration, and the operation of the
CrystalView DVI Mini extender system. The system consists of a transmitter
and receiver units, a computer to remotely access, and a remote KVM user
station for remote access to the computer. The “Model” section describes the
front and rear panel of the transmitter and receiver units. The “Installation”
section describes how all components are interconnected and configured.

Product Registration

r product for future updates at:

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Rose Electronics Web Site

Visit our web site at www.rose.com for additional information on the
CrystalView DVI Mini and other products designed for data center applications,
classroom environments, and many other applications.

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Features

 Single-Link - single or dual head models available

 Single head supports:

1 DVI-D graphic card and 2 USB HID devices or
1 DVI-D graphic card and USB 2.0 devices

 Dual head supports:

2 DVI-D graphic cards and 2 USB HID devices or
2 DVI-D graphic cards, 2 HID devices, and USB 2.0 devices

 Supports all operating systems and computers with a DVI-D graphic

interface (uncompressed)

 Video resolutions up to: (Solid core AWG24 CATx cable)

 1920 x 1200 @ 130 feet (40 meters)
 1920 x 1080 @ 130 feet (40 meters)
 1600 x 1200 @ 130 feet (40 meters)
 1280 x 1024 @ 165 feet (50 meters)

NOTE: Using AWG 26/8 patch cable will reduce the distance by
approximately 50%.

 No video quality degradation at all resolutions
 Use the internal EDID configuration or DDC information from the remote

monitor

 Supports USB keyboards, mice and other HID devices like touch screens

and graphic tablets

 The USB 2.0 models supports scanners, web cams, memory devices, and

other USB 2.0 devices

 Selectable CATx cable length settings provides for the best, clearest image
 Automatic or manual resolution configuration
 Firmware upgradeable
 Rackmount kits available

Package Contents

 CrystalView DVI Mini Transmitter and Receiver as ordered
 2 – 5VDC international power adapter units
 2 – Power cords
 1 – DVI-D mm video cable

(2 cables included with the dual head model)

 1 – USB cable (Type A to Type B)

(2 cables included with the dual head model)

 Installation Guide

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CRK-M1DTXUD1D

Transmitter - Front View

Transmitter - Rear View

Receiver – Front View

Receiver – Rear View

MODELS

CrystalView DVI Mini Models

The CrystalView DVI Mini is available in the following models:

Single head USB HID – part number

DVI-D video input
USB Type B

Power +5VDC
Programming port
Configuration Dip switches
RJ45

Figure 1. Single Head USB HID Model

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DVI-I video output
2 – USB HID Type A

Power +5VDC
Programming port
Configuration Dip switches
RJ45

CRK-M1DTXUD2D

Transmitter - Front View

Transmitter - Rear View

Receiver – Front View

Receiver – Rear View

Power +5VDC

2-RJ45 Link

Dual head USB HID – part number

2-DVI-D video input
2-USB Type B

Power +5VDC Option
2-Programming ports
2- Configuration Dip
switches
2-RJ45 connectors

2-DVI-I video outputs
4-USB HID Type A

2-Programming ports
2-Configuration Dip
switches

Figure 2. Dual head USB HID Model

NOTE: Single and Dual head USB-HID models support two and only two
USB-HID devices.

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