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ACU5501A-R4 ACU5501A-R3 ACU5501A-R2 ACU5502A-R3 ACU5502A-R2
NETWORKSERVICES
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ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX
Extend one or two* quality DVI video links plus
four USB devices up to nearly 200 feet (60m) from
your computer.
Uses one or two* lengths of Category 5e, 6 or 7 twisted-pair cable.
* Dual-variant models
Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)
Customer
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ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and ServSwitch is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc. Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Linux is registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. NetWare is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc. Sun is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Unix is a registered trademark of UNIX System Laboratories,
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FCC and IC RFI Statements Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference Statements This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15
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ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX Instrucciones de Seguridad (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement) 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. L as instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. T odas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
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Table of Contents Contents 1. Specifications ............................................................................................................................... ............................................... 6 1.1 Compatibility ..................................................................................................................................................................... 6 2. Overview ...............................................................................
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ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 1. Specifications Approvals: CE, FCC Hardware Compatibility: All computers with DVI digital video and USB interfaces Software Compatibility: Operates with all known software and operating systems including ® ® ® ® ® ® Windows , Linux , Unix , BSD, all Sun OS, all Mac OS, NetWare , etc. Connectors: Single-variant Dual-variant (local transmitter) Video: DVI-D female 2 x DVI-D female USB: USB Type B female 2 x USB Type B female Audio: 1 x 3.5mm jack socket
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Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview Thank you for choosing the ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX extenders. These compact modules present the quickest way to extend high quality DVI digital video plus USB keyboard and mouse (plus on dual variants, a second digital video channel and two stereo audio channels) with an additional 2 USB peripherals up to 196 feet (60 meters) away from your computer. Thanks to our long involvement and investment in extender technology we have succeeded in overcoming the
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ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3. Installation 3.1 Mounting the modules – desk or rack The ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX modules can be situated on a desk or alternatively, for larger installations, mounted within an optional rack mount chassis. 3.1.1 Desk mount Apply the supplied self-adhesive rubber feet to the underside of the module as shown in Figure 3-1: Figure 3-1. Applying the supplied self-adhesive rubber feet to the underside of the module Page 8 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com
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REMOTE LINK TOLOCAL POWER ON ™ ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX B L A C K B O X K V M E X T E N D E R Chapter 3: Installation 3.1.2 Rack mount Note: The module switches are not accessible once it is inserted into the rack, therefore, check all settings before insertion. 1 Place the rack securing plate (available as a separate kit) onto the front of the module and secure it with the two countersunk screws. 2 Orient the ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX module on its side so that its labeled face is th
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B A LINK TOREMOTE ON ™ tch Wizard DVI/USB SRX K B O X K V M E X T E N D E R LINK TOREMOTE ON izard DVI/USB SRX K V M E X T E N D E R ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2 Connections Installation of the ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX modules is straightforward and requires minimal configuration in most cases. • C on nec t ion s a t t he loca l mod u le • C on nec t ion s a t t he r e mo t e mod u le Note: After all connections are made, power up the monitor connected to the remote module,
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Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.1.2 USB connections 1 Use the supplied USB cable to link the USB socket of the local module to a vacant USB socket on the computer as shown in Figure 3-5: Figure 3-5. Attaching the USB link cable [Dual-variant only] Optionally attach a second USB connection from the computer system using the supplied USB cable. Feeds the UPPER two USB sockets on the remote unit Feeds the LOWER two USB sockets on the remote unit Figure 3-6. Attaching two USB link cables to the
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B A LINK TOREMOTE ON ™ tch Wizard DVI/USB SRX E E D E R C K B O X K V M X T N LINK TOREMOTE ON zard DVI/USB SRX K V M E X T E N D E R ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2.1.3 Link connections 1 Connect the link cable (see Overview page for cable advice) to the local module socket labeled TO REMOTE as shown in Figure 3-7: Figure 3-7. Attaching the CATx link cable [Dual-variant only] Attach a second category 5e, 6 or 7a link cable (up to 60 metres in length) to the upper socket on the dual-varian
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Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.1.4 Audio connections (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) Optionally link a audio input to the local module using a 3.5mm audio cable. Figure 3-9. Attaching an audio link to the local module (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) 3.2.1.5 Audio connections (dual-variants only) Optionally link one or two stereo audio inputs to the local module using 3.5mm audio cable(s). One 3.5mm audio cable is sup- plied with dual-variant packages. To secondary audio port To primary audio port Figure 3-10.
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ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2.1.6 Power connections (optional) The local module is designed to derive its power from the host computer via the USB connection (two connections for the dual variant). If this is not possible, then you will need to use one or two optional Black Box power adapters. 1 Connect the output lead of the optional power adapter(s) to the socket(s) labeled ‘POWER‘ on the local module as shown in Figures 3-11 and 3-12: Single-variant local module: Use an optional power
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B A LINK TOLOCAL ON ™ tch Wizard DVI/USB SRX C K B O X K V M E X T E N D E R LINK TOLOCAL ON i a d DV /U B RX z r I S S K V M E X T E N D E R Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.2 Connections at the remote module 3.2.2.1 Video connections 1 Connect the DVI/D lead from the video monitor to the DVI output socket of the remote module as shown in Figure 3-13: Figure 3-13. Attaching the DVI/D video monitor cable [Dual-variant only] Optionally attach a second DVI video monitor. To secondary video monito
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ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2.2.2 USB connections 1 Connect the leads from the keyboard and mouse to two of the USB sockets on the remote module as shown in Figure 3-15: Note: It is not important which of the four sockets are used. Figure 3-15. Attaching the keyboard and mouse USB cables IMPORTANT: The total current that may be drawn from the USB ports is 1.2A, which should be sufficient for a keyboard, mouse (no more than 100mA each) and any two other devices (500mA maximum each). If
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B A LINK TOLOCAL ON ™ tch Wizard DVI/USB SRX K B O X K V M E X T E N D E R LINK TOLOCAL ON izard DVI/USB SRX K V M E X T E N D E R Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.2.3 Link connections 1 Connect the link cable (see Overview page for cable advice) to the remote module socket labeled TO LOCAL as shown in Figure 3-17: Figure 3-17. Attaching the CATx link cable [Dual-variant only] Attach a second category 5e, 6 or 7a link cable (up to 60 metres in length) to the upper socket on the dual-variant remot
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ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 3.2.2.4 Speaker connections (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) Optionally link stereo speakers to the remote module using 3.5mm audio cable. Figure 3-19. Attaching speakers to the remote module (ACU5501A-R3 & -R4 only) 3.2.2.5 Speaker connections (dual variants only) Optionally link one or two stereo speakers to the remote module using 3.5mm audio cable(s). To secondary speakers To primary speakers Figure 3-20. Attaching two sets of speakers to a dual-variant remote modul
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Chapter 4: Operation 3.2.2.6 Power connections 1 Connect the output lead of the supplied power adapter to the socket labeled ‘POWER‘ on the remote module as shown in Figures 3-21 and 3-22: Figure 3-21. Attaching the power adapter connection Figure 3-22. Attaching the power adapter connection on the dual-variant remote module 2 Insert the IEC connector of the separate power cord into the corresponding socket of the power adapter. Connect the other end of the power cord to a nearby mains socket.
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ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX 4. Operation 4.1 General use In use, the ServSwitch Wizard DVI/USB SRX modules should be transparent - the system and its peripherals should operate exactly as normal, the only difference being that they are now up to 196 feet (60 meters) apart. 4.2 Video display (EDID) information Extended Display Identification Data (or EDID) is an industry standard scheme which allows video monitors to declare their capa- bilities to the computer’s video adapter circuitry, allo
