OPERATION NOTES
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the DVI CAT5 4X Extender.
The DVI CAT5 4X Extender can extend 4 single link (1920 x 1200) DVI sources
to 4 displays up to 300ft away.
The 4x4 DVI CAT5 Distribution Amplifier is the perfect solution for anyone who
needs to send multiple sources to multiple displays in remote locations at the
same time.
The DVI CAT5 4X Extender has 4 DVI single link inputs with 8 (2 per display)
RJ45 output ports. Each pair of CAT5e cables will extend out to a single receiver
with 2 RJ45 inputs and one DVI output port for your display. This will allow you
to extend 4 separate video signals to 4 remote locations.
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READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THE DVI CAT5 4X Extender
• The
DVI CAT5 4X Extender and DVI CAT5 MSR units are housed in a metal
box for better RF shielding.
• Your CAT5e cables should not exceed 300 feet.
• If you do not need DDC or HDCP data you can use a single CAT5e cable for
the video only. The DDC will not be connected. (For further information, see
our Terminology section on page 9.) If HDCP is required, both CAT5e cables
must be used between the sender and receiver units.
• If you are using a single CAT5e cable and the source requires EDID present,
you can use the Gefen DVI Detective to provide EDID information to your
source. The DVI Detective will not transmit HDCP.
• Shielded CAT5e or CAT6 with metal RJ-45 connectors is recommended to
protect from random video flashes caused by EMI.
• Power supply for the receiver should not be connected unless you are using
one CAT5e or going over a distance of 180ft.
• Extensions over 130ft. require you to manually EQ your signal (see page 5).
• Extensions under 130ft. use Auto EQ (which is on by default) (see page 5).
NOTE: The DVI CAT5 4X Extender is fully HDCP compliant