ACS1009A-xx
ACS2209A-xx
ACS4001A-xx
ACS4201A-xx
DVI-D-Fibre-KVM-Extender
SingleHead and DualHead
Manual
DVI-D FIBRE KVM-EXTENDER
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assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither does the manufacturer assume any
liability for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. The
manufacturer reserves the right to change the specifications, functions, or circuitry of the
product without notice.
The manufacturer cannot accept liability for damage due to misuse of the product or due to
any other circumstances outside the manufacturer’s control (whether environmental or
installation related). The manufacturer shall not be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury
arising directly, indirectly, or consequently from the use of this product.
Cautions and Notes
The following symbols are used in this guide:
CAUTION. This indicates an important operating instruction
that should be followed to avoid any potential damage to
hardware or property, loss of data, or personal injury.
NOTE. This indicates important information to help you make the best use of
this product.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This is to certify that, when installed and used according to the instructions in this
manual, together with the specified cables and the maximum cable length <3m, the
Units:
ACS1009A-MM, ACS2209A-MM
ACS4001A-MM, ACS4201A-MM
ACS1009A-SM, ACS2209A-SM
ACS4001A-SM, ACS4201A-SM
are shielded against the generation of radio interferences in accordance with the
application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC as well as these standards:
EN 55022:
EN 55024:
1999
1999
2001
2001
2001
2001
2002
Class A
IEC 61000-4-2:
IEC 61000-4-3:
IEC 61000-4-4:
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
The device was tested in a typical configuration with PC.
This equipment has been found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
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Safety Precautions and Installation Guidelines
To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation, please note the following installation
guidelines:
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Only use in dry, indoor environments.
If the building has 3-phase AC power, try to ensure that equipment connected to the
Local and Remote units is on the same phase.
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The Remote unit, Local unit and any power supplies can get warm. Do not locate them
in an enclosed space without any airflow.
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Do not place a power supply directly on top of a unit.
Do not obstruct a unit’s ventilation existing holes.
To safeguard against personal injury and avoid possible
damage to equipment or property, please observe the
following:
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Only use power supplies originally supplied with the
product or manufacturer-approved replacements. Do not
attempt to dismantle or repair any power supply. Do not
use a power supply if it appears to be defective or has a
damaged case.
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Connect all power supplies to grounded outlets. In each
case, ensure that the ground connection is maintained
from the outlet socket through to the power supply’s AC
power input.
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Do not attempt to modify or repair this product, or make
a connection from the Fibre link interface (LC) to any
other products, especially telecommunications or
network equipment.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contents
1. Quick Setup
2. Overview
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2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
Introduction
Glossary
Features
Product Range
Compatibility
How to Use This Guide
3. Installation
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3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
Package Contents
Interconnection Cable Requirements
System Setup
Diagnostic LEDs
4. Troubleshooting
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Appendix A: Example Applications
Appendix B: Rack Mount Options
Appendix D: Calling Technical Support
Appendix E: Specifications
Appendix F: Connectors
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DVI-D FIBRE KVM-EXTENDER
1. Quick Setup
This section briefly describes how to install your KVM extender system. Unless you are an
experienced user, we recommend that you follow the full procedures described in the rest of
this manual.
Install system
1. Connect Remote unit to KVM.
2. Connect Local unit to CPU or switch.
3. Connect Local and Remote units with matching interconnection cable
(Fibre).
4. Power up the system.
NO
Power LED
illuminated?
Check p.s.u.’s and connection
to power outlet
YES
NO
Link LED
illuminated ?
Check the Fibre cable, and
Fibre connectors
YES
Video OK
LED ?
illuminated ?
NO
Check settings of graphic card
or boot CPU
YES
Done
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OVERVIEW
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
A Fibre KVM Extender is mainly used, to extend the maximum distance between a CPU
and his Keyboard / Monitor / Mouse considerably. In addition they are irrecoverable in
installations in electromagnetic hazardous environments (EMI). Normal Keyboard-/
Monitor-/ Mouse extender cables (and Extender using traditional cables) cannot go so far
and EMI interferences may reduce the maximum distance and/or reliability. Using a
DVI-D Fibre Extender system, these limitations are past. Remain your CPU in a secure
rack cabinet or data center while accessing from a 10km remotely located place.
A basic KVM extension system comprises a Local unit (transmitter) and a Remote unit
(receiver). The Local unit connects directly to the computer (or a KVM switch system) using
the supplied cable(s). The user console (keyboard, mouse and monitor) attaches to the
Remote unit. The Remote and Local units communicate video and data information along the
interconnecting cable. Local units offer dual access, allowing the connection of a second user
console close to the computer.
2.2 Glossary
The following terms are used in this guide:
Singlemode or Multimode fibre cable.
9µ Singlemode-fibre cable
Fibre
Singlemode
Mulitmode
62,5µ Multimode- or
50µ Multimode-fibre cable
Keyboard, Video and Mouse.
KVM
Keyboard, Mouse and Monitor
Console
A system allowing connection of Local and Remote user consoles.
An extender system that supports one monitor + Keyboard/Mouse
Dual Access
Singlehead
An extender system that supports two monitors + Keyboard/Mouse
Dualhead
DVI
Digital Video standard, installed by Digital Display Working Group
3x 1,6 Gbit/sec. Signals are TMDS Level.
The desktop power supply connected to the Local/Remote unit.
PSU
HID
Human Interface Devices are units, which are used for human access
to the CPU. They are a USB-device class of its own (e.g. Memory
Devices etc.). Besides of keyboard and mouse also touchscreen, light
pen, fingerprint sensor, graphic tablets etc. are HID devices
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CPU with DVI-D
Graphic card
Local Console
Optional
2. Monitor
DVI-D Fibre KVM-
Extender system
Remote Console
Optional
2. Monitor
DVI-D Fibre – KVM Extender system (example)
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2.3 Features
All members of the DVI-D Fibre - DVI KVM Extender Series offer the following features:
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Support for DVI-D Graphic cards (all devices)
Support for PS2-Keyboard and PS2-Mouse (ACS1009A-xx and ACS2209A-xx)
Support for USB-Keyboard and USB-Mouse (ACS4001A-xx and ACS4201A-xx)
Devices with USB- connectors do only support Keyboard and Mouse. It’s
possible, that other HDI devices (Human Device Interface) like Touch-
Screen, Graphic tablet, Barcode reader or similar are supported – but
there is no guarantee for this! The DVI-D Fibre KVM-Extender is NOT
suitable for use with other USB devices like Scanner, WEB- Cams, data
sticks etc.
The device never supports more than two devices – Keyboard and Mouse
or Keyboard and Touchscreen, etc. but not e.g. Keyboard, Mouse and
Touchscreen simultaneously. A Hub is allowed but does not rais the
number of supported devices
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Maximum resolution: DVI-D: 1600x1200@60Hz over all allowed distances
all lower resolutions with refresh rates of at least 75Hz
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Supporting 18 Bit color depth = 256,000 colors
Status indicator LEDs on each device.
Small footprint chassis.
Rack mount options available.
CPU cables + Adapters included.
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2.4 Product Range
There are four products in the range and various upgrade kits:
DVI-D Fibre - Extender
ACS1009A-MM
ACS2209A-MM
ACS4001A-MM
ACS4201A-MM
ACS1009A-SM
ACS2209A-SM
ACS4001A-SM
ACS4201A-SM
KVM-Extender 1x DVI, PS2-Keyboard, PS2-Mouse
(Singlehead), Multimode Fibres
KVM-Extender 2x DVI, PS2-Keyboard, PS2-Mouse s
(Dualhead), Multimode Fibres
KVM-Extender 1x DVI, USB-Keyboard, USB-Mouse
(Singlehead), Multimode Fibres
KVM-Extender 2x DVI, USB-Keyboard, USB-Mouse
(Dualhead), Multimode Fibres
KVM-Extender 1x DVI, PS2-Keyboard, PS2-Mouse
(Singlehead), Singlemode Fibres
KVM-Extender 2x DVI, PS2-Keyboard, PS2-Mouse s
(Dualhead), Singlemode Fibres
KVM-Extender 1x DVI, USB-Keyboard, USB-Mouse
(Singlehead), Singlemode Fibres
KVM-Extender 2x DVI, USB-Keyboard, USB-Mouse
(Dualhead), Singlemode Fibres
Upgrade Kits
ACS1009A-RMK
19”/1HE Rackmount- Kit to mount up to 4 Singlehead
devices
ACS2209A-RMK
ACS2209A-PS
19”/1HE Rackmount- Kit to mount up to 4 Dualhead
devices
19”/1U rackmountable P.S.U. Input: 100..240VAC/0.5A;
Output 5VDC/6A to source up to 3 units Singlehead or
Dualhead. Requires one unit space in RMK (ACS1009A-
RMK/ACS2209A-RMK)
ACS1009A-BP
ACS2209A-BP
Blanking Plate for Single Head Rackmountkit
Blanking Plate for Dual Head Rackmountkit
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2.5 Compatibility
Interface Compatibility
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Digital Video (DVI-D): Digital Video standard, installed by Digital Display Working
3x 1,6 Gbit/sec. Signals are TMDS Level.
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PS/2 Keyboard: Compatible with all standard keyboards. Certain keyboards with
enhanced features may also be supported with custom firmware.
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PS/2 Mouse: Compatible with all standard 2-button, 3-button and wheel mice.
USB Keyboard: Compatible with all standard keyboards. Certain keyboards with
enhanced features may also be supported with custom firmware. Keyboards with built-in
hub are also supported – but there are never more than two HDI devices supported.
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USB Mouse: Compatible with all standard 2-button, 3-button and wheel mice.
Devices with USB- connectors do only support Keyboard and Mouse. It’s
possible, that other HDI devices (Human Device Interface) like Touch-
Screen, Graphic tablet, Barcode reader or similar are supported – but
there is no guarantee for this! The DVI-D Cat X KVM-Extender is NOT
suitable for use with other USB devices like Scanner, WEB- Cams, data
sticks etc.
The device never supports more than two devices – Keyboard and Mouse
or Keyboard and Touchscreen, etc. but not e.g. Keyboard, Mouse and
Touchscreen simultaneously. A Hub is allowed but does not rais the
number of supported devices
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2.6 How to Use This Guide
This guide describes the installation and configuration of the DVI-D Fibre – Extender Series.
Although the connection and operation of the system is relatively straightforward, you should
consider the following before getting started:
Connection & Compatibility
If you have purchased an Extender Kit, this will contain all the cables required to connect the
Local unit to your PC or KVM switch. Please see also: Package Contents (page 15)
For information about connection and installation, see page 17.
DDC Information
Normally it is not necessary to make any adjustments to the DVXi- Extender. However, in
some circumstances, it may be necessary to redefine the source of DDC Information for the
CPU. By default, the DVI-D Fibre KVM-Extender uses its own internal DDC table. If this
setting does not satisfy your requirements, the DDC table can either be switched to the locally
or remotely attached screen.
To modify the DDC-Setup, please ask Technical support for additional information.
Compatibility
Devices with PS2 connectors are NOT compatible to devices with USB connectors.
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INSTALLATION
3. Installation
For first-time users, we recommend that you carry out a test placement, confined to a single
room, before commencing full installation. This will allow you to identify and solve any
cabling problems, and experiment with the KVM extender system more conveniently.
3.1 Package Contents
You should receive the following items in your extender package (all types):
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DVI-D Fibre KVM-Extender- pair (Local Unit + Remote Unit)
2x 5V DC universal power supply for the DVI-D Fibre - Extender
2x German type power cord
User manual (Quick Setup)
ACS1009A-xx and ACS2209A-xx (additionally):
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KVM CPU cable set (1.8m) with one side: PS/2 (6-pin mini-DIN male) keyboard and
mouse connector and DVI-I video (DVI-I dual link male) connector – other side: DVI-I
video (DVI-I dual link male) connector
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PS2-Keyboard-/ Mouse adapter to connect K/M to the Local Unit (keyboard can be
plugged in directly, without using an adapter)
ACS4001A-xx and ACS4201A-xx (additionally):
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DVI-I (1,8m) video cable (DVI-I dual link male-to-male)
USB (1,8m) cable (USB type A to type B)
ACS2209A-xx and ACS4201A-xx (additionally):
DVI-I (1,8m) video cable (DVI-I dual link male-to-male)
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If anything is missing, please contact Technical Support (see Appendix F – Calling
Technical Support).
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3.2 Interconnection Cable Requirements
To connect the Local and Remote units you will need:
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DVI, PS2-Keyboard, PS2-Mouse: Connect the supplied KVM CPU cable set to your
CPU (KVM.- Switch, etc.). Please ensure that the connection is tension-free! Devices
ACS1009A + ACS2209A
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DVI, USB-Keyboard, USB-Mouse: Connect the supplied KVM CPU cable set to your
CPU (KVM.- Switch, etc.). Please ensure that the connection is tension-free! Devices
ACS4001A + ACS4201A
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DVI: Connect the supplied DVI CPU cable set to your CPU (KVM.- Switch, etc.).
Please ensure that the connection is tension-free! Devices ACS2209A + ACS4201A
Fibre Cable: Two strands of fibre are required for singlehead devices, four strands for
Dualhead devices.
Please note, that the allowed distance will depend on device type AND on
used fibre type.
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Recommended cables:
ACSxxxxA-MM: Multimode type 50/125µ
ACSxxxxA-MM: Multimode type 62.5/125µ
ACSxxxxA-SM: Singlemode type 9/125µ
allowed distance app. 400m (1,300ft)
allowed distance app |