SIIG CE-D20111-S1 Quick Installation Manual

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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