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Introducing the DVI over CAT5e Extender
The DVI over CAT5e Extender allows you to efficiently
extend the distance to any DVI enabled display using
inexpensive CAT5e cabling. This cost effective solution
provides, to the PC user, transmitting high quality digital
video to greater distances at minimal cost.
Features and Benefits
• DVI v1.1 compliant, single-link DVI
• Extends video transmission from a DVI source to a
DVI display over an economical CAT5e/6 cable
• Adjustable 8-level EQ control to maximize video
quality
• Supports 1080i & 1080p HDTV resolutions & VESA
standards
• Video bandwidth: 1.65 Gbps
• Built-in EDID feature support on the receiver
• Extends transmission distances up to 60m/200 ft @
XGA (1024x768 @ 60Hz) or 30m/100 ft @ UXGA
(1600x1200 @ 60Hz)
Package Contents
• DVI transmitter (TX)
• DVI receiver (RX)
• Power adapter (5V, 4A)
• Quick Installation Guide
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DVI over CAT5e Extender
Quick Installation Guide
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Layout
Transmitter
Figure 1: Transmitter
• DVI In: plug into the DVI video card of your
computer
• RJ45-Out: plug in your CAT5e/6 cable, to be linked
to the RJ-45 In connector of the receiver (cable not
included)
Receiver
DVI In
RJ45 Out
Figure 2: Receiver (front)
• RJ45 In: plug in your CAT5e/6 cable, to be linked to
the RJ-45 Out of the transmitter (cable not included)
• Power Jack: connect to the 5V DC power supply
RJ45 In
Power Jack
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Figure 3: Receiver (back)
• DVI Out: connects to your DVI display
• EQ switch: adjusts the equilization of the received
signal from 0 (strongest) to 7 (weakest). It is
recommended to try each setting, from 0 to 7, to find
the optimal visual experience.
Hardware Installation
1. Connect your DVI source to the transmitter.
2. Connect your DVI display to the receiver.
3. Connect your CAT5e/6 cable between the
transmitter and receiver. Make sure the cable is
securely connected and not lose.
4. Plug the power adapter into the receiver, then plug
the power adapter into a reliable power source.
5. Power on all devices.
6. If the displayed image flickers or blinks, try to
improve the cable skew by adjusting the
equilization (EQ Switch) from 0 - 7 (strongest weakest) to find the optimal visual experience.
DVI Out
EQ Switch
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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has answers! Simply visit our
web site at www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support
database is updated daily with new drivers and solutions. Answers
to your questions could be just a few clicks away. You can also submit
questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly
respond.
SIIG offers a 2-year manufacturer warranty with this product. Please
see our web site for more warranty details. If you encounter any
problems with this product, please follow the procedures below.
A) If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the
product to the store where you purchased from.
B) If your purchase has passed the store's return policy period, please
follow these steps to have the product repaired or replaced.
Step 1: Submit your RMA request.
Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a
request to SIIG RMA. If the product is determined to be
defective, an RMA number will be issued.
Step 2: After obtaining an RMA number, ship the product.
• Properly pack the product for shipping. All software, cable(s)
and any other accessories that came with the original package
must be included.
• Clearly write your RMA number on the top of the returned
package. SIIG will refuse to accept any shipping package, and
will not be responsible for a product returned without an
RMA number posted on the outside of the shipping carton.
• You are responsible for the cost of shipping. Ship the product
to the following address:
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
RMA #:
• SIIG will ship the repaired or replaced product via Ground
in the U.S. and International Economy outside of the U.S. at
no cost to the customer.
DVI over CAT5e Extender is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and the SIIG logo are registered trademarks
of SIIG, Inc. Other names used in this publication are for identification only and may be trademarks of
their respective companies.
October, 2008 Copyright © 2008 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.
About SIIG, Inc.
Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading computer upgrade manufacturer
of I/O connectivity products, including PCIe, PCI & ISA serial and
parallel ports, USB, Serial ATA & UltraATA controllers, FireWire
(1394a/b), networking, sound cards, and other accessories. SIIG is the
premier one-stop source of upgrades.
SIIG products offer comprehensive user manuals, many user-friendly
features, and are backed by an extensive manufacturer warranty.
High-quality control standards are evident by the overall ease of
installation and compatibility of our products, as well as one of the
lowest defective return rates in the industry. SIIG products can be
found in computer retail stores, mail order catalogs, through major
distributors, system integrators, and VARs in the Americas and the
UK, and through e-commerce sites.
PRODUCT NAME
DVI over CAT5e Extender
FCC RULES: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15, CLASS
B OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCT COMPLIANCE
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
Ph: 510-657-8688
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