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Chapter 1: Specifications
Keyboard
Compatible with most USB keyboards. Certain keyboards with additional functions may require custom firmware to operate.
Keyboards with an integral USB hub (such as Mac
®
keyboards) can also be supported using non-USB HID cards.
Mouse
Compatible with most 2-button, 3-button, and scroll mice.
Other USB-HID devices
The proprietary USB emulation also supports certain other USB-HID devices, such as specific touchscreens, graphics tablets,
bar-code scanners or special keyboards. Support cannot be guaranteed, however, for every USB-HID device.
NOTE: Only two USB-HID devices are supported concurrently, such as keyboard and mouse or keyboard and touchscreen. A hub
is allowed, but it does not increase the number of HID devices allowed.
To support other USB ”non-HID” devices, such as scanners, Web cams, or memory devices, choose our devices with transparent
USB support.
1.1.7 PS/2
Our devices with PS/2 interface support the use of a PS/2 keyboard and mouse.
Keyboard
Compatible with most PS/2 keyboards, even with various special keyboards. Certain keyboards with additional functions can be
run with special firmware.
Mouse
Compatible with most 2-button, 3-button and scroll mice.
1.1.8 USB 2.0 (transparent)
DKM Modular Extender models with transparent USB 2.0 support allow the connection of all types of USB 2.0 devices (without
restriction). USB 2.0 data transfer is supported, depending on the upgrade module, with high-speed USB (max. 480 Mbps) or full-
speed USB (max. 36 Mbps).
Each USB 2.0 port provides a maximum current of 500 mA (high power). When using a USB high speed interface with 4 USB
ports, respectively 2 connectors provides a maximum of 500 mA (high power) and 2 connectors a maximum of 100 mA.
1.1.9 RJ-45 (Interconnect)
For CATx communications, the extender requires a 1000BASE-T connection.
Connector wiring must comply with EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T), with RJ-45 connectors at both ends. All four cable wire pairs
are used.
1.1.10 Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect)
The communication of fiber devices is performed via Gigabit SFPs that have to be connected to suitable fibers fitted with type LC
connectors.
NOTE: The correct function of the device can only be guaranteed with SFPs provided by Black Box.
CAUTION: SFP modules can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
When handling, take care not to damage devices.
1.1.11 Serial Interface
The serial interface option supports a full-duplex transmission with a real hardware handshake up to a baud rate of 19,200.
The CON module is cabled as DTE (Data Terminal Equipment, such as CPU output) and can be connected directly to DCE (Data
Communication Equipment) devices.
• A touchscreen can be connected directly to the CON module.