StarTech.com ST121UTPDVI, Converge AV ST121UTPDVI User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com CAT 5
DVI Extender. Designed to provide simple exten­sion of a DVI signal, ST121UTPDVI offers a con­venient way to properly situate a DVI display, rely­ing on the cost-effectiveness of CAT5 cable.

Features

• Supports resolutions up to 1600x1200 (60Hz)

• Supports DVI-D interface

• Easy installation

System Requirements

• A DVI video source

• A DVI capable display

• CAT 5 UTP Cable

• An available power outlet for both Local and
Remote Units

Package Contents

• 1 X DVI Local Unit Extender

• 1 X DVI Remote Unit Extender

• 1 X Instruction Manual (this document)

• 2 X Power Adapter

CAT 5 DVI Extender
ST121UTPDVI

Pin # Signal Pin # Signal

1 T.M.D.S Data 2- 16 Hot Plug Detect

2 T.M.D.S Data 2+ 17 T.M.D.S Data 0-

3

T.M.D.S Data 2/4

Shield

18 T.M.D.S Data 0+

4 T.M.D.S Data 4- 19

T.M.D.S Data 0/5

Shield

5 T.M.D.S Data 4+

20

T.M.D.S Data 5-

6 DDC Clock

21

T.M.D.S Data 5+

7 DDC Data

22

T.M.D.S Clock

Shield

8 Analog Vert. Sync

23

T.M.D.S Clock+

9 T.M.D.S Data 1-

24

T.M.D.S Clock-

10

T.M.D.S Data 1+

11

T.M.D.S Data 1/3

Shield

C1

Analog Red

12

T.M.D.S Data 3-

C2

Analog Green

13

T.M.D.S Data 3+

C3

Analog Blue

14

+5V Power

C4

Analog Horz Sync

15

GND

C5

Analog Ground

Hardware Guide

Front Panel

Rear Panel

DVI Pinout/Input and Output Signals

C2

C1

Pin 8

C4

C5

C3

Pin 24

Pin 1

Pin 17

Wiring Information and Coding

Conductor

Identification

RJ45 Pin

Assignment

Color Code for

Conductor

Pair 1

5 White-Blue
4 Blue

Pair 2

1 White-Orange
2 Orange

Pair 3

3 White-Green
6 Green

Pair 4

7 White-Brown
8 Brown

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Local unit

Remote unit

Accessory Products from StarTech.com

Contact your local StarTech.com dealer or visit
www.startech.com for cables or other accessories that
will help you get the best performance out of your new
product:

DVIIDMM6

6’ DVI-I Dual Link Digital/Analog Flat Panel Cable M-M

DVIIDMM10

10’ DVI-I Dual Link Digital/Analog Flat Panel Cable M-M

M45PATCH50BL

50’ Blue Molded Category 5e UTP Patch Cable

M45PATCH75BL

75’ Blue Molded Category 5e UTP Patch Cable

M45PATCH100B

100’ Blue Molded Category 5e UTP Patch Cable

ZENDVI2

Cable ZEN 6.6 ft (2m) DVI Digital Video Cable

SpecificationsInstallation

1. Turn off the source PC and the intended

display.

2. Position the ST121UTPDVI Remote Unit near

the intended display. Similarly, position the
Local Unit near the computer. Please note
that both units will require a power
connection, so please ensure that each unit
is situated near an available power outlet.

3. Connect the source PC to the “DVI In” port

on the rear panel of the local unit, using a
DVI male/male cable.

4. Connect the intended display to the “DVI Out”
port located on the rear panel of the Remote
Unit, using a DVI male/male cable.

5. Connect the Local Unit to the Remote Unit,
using standard CAT5 cable (terminated at
both ends with an RJ45 connector).

6. Connect the power adapters (provided) to
both Local and Remote Units.

7. Turn on the PC and monitor.

Regulatory

Certifications

ROHS, CE, FCC

Connectors

Local Unit: 1 x DVI-I (Out)

1 x RJ45
1 x Power

Remote Unit: 1 x DVI-I (In)

1 x RJ45

1 x Power

Power Adapter 2 x DC 5V 1A

Maximum Supported

Resolution

1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz

Maximum Distance

Extension

50m (150 feet)

Weight 138g

Dimensions (LxWxH) 67x52x38 mm

Revised: 25 August 2008 (B)

Support, Warranty Information,and Regulatory Compliance Statement

If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/support and access our com­prehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads. This product is backed by a
one-year warranty.In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period,
the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discre­tion. The warranty covers par ts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products
from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability: In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA
LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any
pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for
the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not
apply to you.

FCC Compliance Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim­its for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equip­ment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter­mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer­ence by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.