The HDTV Extreme DVI extension cables are robust assemblies that can meet the rigors of most installation
and operating environments. Although outwardly similar in appearance to copper DVI cables, the HDTV Ex-
treme cable is a hybrid of copper conductors and glass optical fibers with complex electro-optical circuits em-
bedded in the connector ends. If common sense handling is used in the deployment of the cable, then many
years of fault-free operation can be anticipated. The following guidelines will assist in the installation and op-
eration of the HDTV Extreme cable.
1.
Unlike a copper cable, the HDTV Extreme cable is polarized - that is, the Sender end must be
connected to the video source and the Receiver end must be attached to the video peripheral.
2.
A 5V DC power supply is included. In normal scenarios, the source outputs the 5V needed to
power the cable. If a sufficient 5V is not present, the included 5V DC 1 Amp power supply must
be connected to either the send or receive side of the HDTV Extreme cable.
3. The cable must not be subject to extreme bends during installation or while in operation. As a rule, the
minimum bend diameter should be no less that 5" (13cm) - or in more familiar terms, the bend/curve of
the cable should be no tighter than the outside perimeter of a standard Compact Disc (CD).
4. During installation in conduit or through restrictive spaces, a minimum allowance of 1.75" x 0.75" (4.4cm
x 1.9cm) for the end connector must be allowed. Be sure the Sender and Receiver connectors are clearly
identified before installing the cable.
5. During the pulling of cables, axial force must never be applied to the connector. Pulling must be done
using a proper cable aid that applies the force along the jacket of the cable itself. Plastic boots must at a
minimum be used to protect the DVI pins. If dust/dirt contaminants are an issue, enclose the entire end
connector in a plastic bag.
6. Although the cable is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use (fungus-resistant, water-resistant and
UV-resistant), the cable ends must be kept clear of moisture and contaminants.
7. The cable is durable and can withstand 1,500 impacts with a crush resistance of 1,800 N/cm with a flex
resistance of 2,000 cycles. But it is not designed to be operated in an environment where continuous
flexing is applied to the cable.
8. The operating temperature of the cable itself is -40º to +85ºC (-40ºF to +185ºF), but the recommended
operating
temperature at each end of the cable assembly is 0ºC to +50ºC (+32ºF to +122ºF), not unlike the
operating conditions of the equipment that is connected.
Sender (Source)
Receiver (Display)
HDTV Extreme Cable Handling Guidelines
* The HDTV Cable is a directional cable and must be installed correctly to work properly
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