CAT5 Smart KVM Extender – Quick Start Guide
1. Introduction
To take advantage of the full range of features, we recommend you read the softcopy User
Guide after performing the Quick Start procedure. It’s in PDF format on the supplied CD or
on our website www.minicom.com in the Support section.
The CAT5 Smart KVM Extender (KVM Extender) system from Minicom is an advanced
KVM switch that performs the following functions:
Extends KVM control over a computer* up to a distance of 110m / 360ft
Gives 2 users at 2 workstations control of 1 computer*
A 2-port KVM switch for 1 or 2 users
* Throughout this guide ‘computer’ also means a KVM switch
2. System components
The KVM Extender system consists of:
Transmitter
Receiver
3 in 1 CPU cable
1 Power adapter for the Receiver
A Shielded CAT5 FTP (Foil Twisted Pair) Solid Wire 2x4x24 AWG cable with RJ-45M
connectors connects the KVM Extender system.
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3. The KVM Extender units
The figures below illustrate the Transmitter and Receiver units.
Figure 1 Transmitter side panels
Figure 2 Receiver front panel
Figure 3 Receiver rear panel
Figure 4 Receiver side panel
SYSTEM
CPU
Built-in KVM
cables
System cable
6VDC
Green
Control LED
MouseMonitor
Keyboard
Side A
Side B
Yellow
Power LED
Power
connector
SELECT
POWER
CONTROL
Select
button
LEDs
COMPUTER
USER
Keyboard
Mouse
Monitor
Computer
Mouseport
Computer Keyboard
port
Computer
Monitorport
6VDC
SYSTEMPICTURE
Picture
adjuster
System
cable
Power
connector
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4. Pre-installation instructions
Disconnect all computers from the power supply.
Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines that are likely to
generate electrical noise.
5. The KVM Extender cables
The Transmitter comes with built-in KVM cables that connect to the computer’s Video card,
Mouse and Keyboard ports.
The 3 in 1 CPU cable
The 3 in 1 CPU cable –illustrated below – is only used when the Receiver connects to a
computer. The cable connects to the Computer section of the Receiver rear panel.
Figure 5 3 in 1 CPU cable
6. Power supply
Connect the Receiver to the power supply with the Power adapter and cord provided.
The Transmitter receives its power from the connected computer and does not generally need
an external power supply. However, when cascading Smart Extenders, some of the
Transmitters need an external power supply. Use a Minicom Power adapter p/n 5PS20025.
The power supply specifications are: Regulated 6VDC 2 Amp, minus on internal pin
.
7. Using the KVM Extender as an extender
Extend the KVM workstation from the computer up to a distance of 110m/360ft.
1. Connect the Transmitter to a computer.
2. Connect a KVM workstation to the Receiver.
3. Connect a CAT5 FTP cable to the System ports of the Transmitter and Receiver.
4. Connect a Power adapter to the Receiver.
Figure 6 illustrates the connections.
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