*Preferred 3GSDI Audio Embedder DVI ELR Extender over one CAT5 EXT-DVI-1CAT5-ELR User Manual Release A1
Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this product near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install or place this product near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9.
Warranty Information Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified within two (2) years from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications.
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Operating Notes • Shielded Twisted-Pair (STP) CAT-5e or CAT-6 cabling is recommended. However, Un-shielded Twisted-Pair (UTP) CAT-5e or CAT-6 cabling is acceptable. Shielded cable is preferred as it provides immunity to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), cell phones, and A/C motors. DVI ELR Extender over one CAT5 is a trademark of Gefen, LLC. © 2014 Gefen, LLC. All Rights Reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Features and Packing List Features • Extends DVI up to 495 feet (150 meters) over one CAT-5e cable • Supports resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) • EDID management for rapid integration of source and display • Enable/Disable switches for HPD pass-through • Power-Save (Green Mode) selector switch • 150m/100m range selector switch configures the extender for maximum range (150 meters) or maximum bandwidth • Locking power supplies • Surface-mountable 1080P ® ® ™ Packing Li
Table of Contents 1 Getting Started Introduction............................................................................................................ 2 Sender Unit.................................................................................................... 2 Receiver Unit.................................................................................................. 4 Installation..............................................................................................................
DVI ELR Extender over one CAT5 1 Getting Started Introduction............................................................................................................ 2 Sender Unit.................................................................................................... 2 Receiver Unit.................................................................................................. 4 Installation...................................................................................................
Introduction Getting Started Sender Unit 1 EXT-DVI-1CAT5-ELRS Gefen EXT-DVI-1CAT5-ELRS Gefen EXT-DVI-1CAT5-ELRS Gefen Link Link Link DVI ELR Extender DVI ELR Extender over one CAT5 S overELR oneExtender CAT5 S DVI over one CAT5 S 2 3 4 5 5V DC Link DVI In Power 5V DC Link DVI In Power 5V DC Link DVI In Power page | 2
Getting Started Introduction ID Name Description 1 Link Connect a CAT-5 cable from this jack to the Link jack on the Receiver unit. 2 5V DC Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this power receptacle. 3 Link (LED) This green LED indicates the current state of the product. See LED Status (page 10) for more information on LED status messages. 4 DVI In Connect the DVI source to this port using the included DVI cable.
Getting Started Introduction Receiver Unit 1 EXT-DVI-1CAT5-ELRR Gefen EXT-DVI-1CAT5-ELRR Gefen EXT-DVI-1CAT5-ELRR Gefen Link Link Link DVI ELR Extender DVI ELR Extender over one CAT5 R overELR oneExtender CAT5 R DVI over one CAT5 R 2 3 4 5 5V DC Link DVI Out Power 5V DC Link DVI Out Power 5V DC Link DVI Out Power page | 4
Getting Started Introduction ID Name Description 1 Link Connect a CAT-5 cable from this jack to the Link jack on the Sender unit. 2 5V DC Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this power receptacle. 3 Link (LED) This green LED indicates the current state of the product. See LED Status (page 10) for more information on LED status messages. 4 DVI Out Connect the DVI source to the display using a DVI cable.
Getting Started Installation Connection Instructions 1. Use the included DVI cable to connect the DVI source to the DVI In port on the Sender unit. 2. Connect the Receiver unit to the DVI display using another DVI cable. 3. Connect a CAT-5 (CAT-5e or better is recommended) cable, up to 495 feet (150 meters) from the Link jack on the Sender unit to the Link jack on the Receiver unit. 4. Connect the included 5V DC locking power supplies to the Sender and Receiver unit.
DVI ELR Extender over one CAT5 2 Basic Operation LED Status........................................................................................................... 10 DIP Switch Configuration......................................................................................11 Default Settings............................................................................................ 11 EDID Management.......................................................................................
Basic Operation LED Status The Power and Link LED indicators on the Sender and Receiver unit provide basic information on the current status of the DVI ELR Extender over one CAT5. The information, in the table below, applies to both the Sender and Receiver unit. LED Status Description Power Solid blue • Power connected to Sender / Receiver unit. Off • No power supplied to the Sender / Receiver unit. • Make sure each power supply is connected to the Sender and Receiver unit.
Advanced Operation DIP Switch Configuration EXT-DVI-1CAT5-ELRS Gefen There is a bank of four DIP switches on the bottom of the Sender and Receiver unit. Link Remove the piece of colored tape to reveal the DIP switch bank. These DIP switches provide control over EDID management, HPD pass-through, power modes, and range selection. ON SAB 1234 ON SAB 1234 Bottom of Sender / Receiver unit Default Settings 5V DC Link DVI In Description Sender unit Default settings for Sender and Receiver unit.
Advanced Operation DIP Switch Configuration Each of the following sections describe the DIP switch settings that control each feature. DIP switches that are not related to a specific feature have been grayed-out. Note that DIP switch settings can be used independently or in conjunction with other features, as desired. EDID Management When switching between different EDID modes, the Sender unit must be power-cycled in order for the changes to take effect.
Basic Operation DIP Switch Configuration Power Mode Description Sender unit Power-Save (Green) mode. The Receiver unit is powered only when a video signal is present on the DVI (or HDMI) cable. Sleep Mode consumes less than 1 Watt of power. ON 1 Normal mode. In this mode, the Receiver unit is always powered.
DVI ELR Extender over one CAT5 3 Appendix Specifications.......................................................................................................
Appendix Specifications Supported Formats Resolutions (max.
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