Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product EXT-DPKVM-422 Gefen
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www.gefen.com 2x2 DPKVM Switch EXT-DPKVM-422 User Manual.
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Panel Layout 5 Panel Descriptions 6 Connecting the 2x2 DPKVM Switch 7 Operating the 2x2 DPKVM Switch 8 RMT -2IR Remote Control Description 9 RMT .
1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the 2x2 DPKVM Switch. Y our complete satisfaction is very important to us. Gefen Gefen is a unique product line catering to the growing needs for innovative home theater solutions.
READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INST ALLING OR OPERA TING THE 2X2 DPKVM SWITCH • The 2x2 DPKVM Switch supports Pass-through EDID. The Switch will use the EDID from the currently active input.
3 FEA TURES Features • Switches two high-de fi nition displays between two DisplayPort-equipped computers with audio/video and USB peripherals • Supports up to 1920 x 1200 with a single link moni.
4 P ANEL LA YOUT Front Panel Back Panel 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14.
5 P ANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 I/R Receiver Receives I/R signal from the handheld Infrared remote control unit included with the 2x2 DVI KVM Switch. 2 LED Input Status Indicator 1 & 2 This currently selected source input will be indicated with an active LED.
CONNECTING THE 2X2 DPKVM SWITCH Connecting Source Devices to the 2x2 DPKVM Switch 1. Connect up to two DisplayPort source devices to the DisplayPort inputs on the 2x2 DPKVM Switch using the included DisplayPort cables. 2. Connect up to two audio sources to the 3.
How to Operate the 2x2 DPKVM Switch Switching can be accomplished via the front panel selector button, infrared (IR) remote control, or the RS-232 communications port. Additional switching options can be found on page 12 1 For information on switching via the front panel selector button, please see this page.
RMT -2IR REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION 1 Pressing this button will select Input 1 as the source. All devices connected to the input ports labeled 1 will be selected and output. 2 Pressing this button will select Input 2 as the source. All devices connected to the input ports labeled 2 will be selected and output.
RMT -2IR REMOTE INST ALLA TION 9 T o use the RMT -2IR remote, remove the battery cover on the back of the remote to reveal the battery compartment. Insert the included battery into the open battery slot. The positive (+) side should be facing up. Ensure that both DIP (Dual Inline Package) switches are in the OFF position.
INFRARED (IR) CODE CHANNEL CONFIGURA TION How to Resolve IR Code Con fl icts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls con fl ict with the supplied RMT -2IR remote control, changing the remote channel will alleviate this issue.
RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL INTERF ACE What features are available via the RS-232 serial communications port? The 2x2 DPKVM Switch can accept commands through the RS-232 serial communications port located on the rear panel. The current RS-232 control features are: • Switching of inputs.
ADDITIONAL SWITCHING OPTIONS The underside of the 2x2 DPKVM Switch features a DIP switch bank that is used to con fi gure additional features. DIP switch 3 is used to control the function of Contact Closure-type remote controls on the rear panel.
13 SPECIFICA TIONS Input Connector ....................................................(4) DisplayPort (from computers) Output Connector ...........................................................(2) DisplayPort (to display) Input Connector ..........
14 W ARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is noti fi ed within two (2) years .
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Rev A1 Pb 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www .gefen.com support@gefen.com This product uses UL listed power supplies.
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