Adder X2 Silver Dual Access CAT6 KVM Extender w/RS232

Adder X2 Silver Dual Access CAT6 KVM Extender w/RS232 - X2-DA-SILVER-US

DESCRIPTION:

The AdderLink X2-Silver Dual Access extends very high quality video, keyboard, mouse and transparent RS232 up to 300m/1000ft over Category 5 or higher cable while providing KVM access at the computer for local as well as remote control. Building on the hugely successful AdderLink X-Series, the AdderLink X2-Silver Dual Access has been redesigned to significantly improve performance, specification and value for money whilst remaining a modular and flexible solution.

A major improvement offered by the AdderLink X2-Silver Dual Access is the increased distance over which video can be transmitted and the very high resolutions that can be achieved at these distances. Industry leading resolutions of 1600 x 1200 are achievable at 200m/650ft and 1280x1024 at 300m/1000ft.

Integral electronic DeSkew is also provided to compensate for any colour skew effects that may be introduced by long CATx cables, achieving crystal clear video, even at longer distances. For maximum convenience all video adjustments may be simply made using the keyboard.

DDC circuits are also fitted to enable the computer to query the monitor so that the video card can be optimally configured. Without this circuitry, some well known high performance video cards cannot be used at high resolutions. All X2 extenders feature transparent serial ports that enable a wide range of serial devices to be connected at baud rates up to 57,600.

FEATURES:

Extends KVM and transparent RS232 across a single CATx cable
Dual access provides local KVM access at the computer (local) end
Extra fine video quality at resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 at 200m and 1280 x 1024 at 300m
Fully transparent RS232 interface enables a wide range of serial devices to be connected
Integrated state of the art 300MHz DeSkew circuit (up to 62ns DeSkew with 2ns granularity)
Use stand alone or rackmount 16 modules across 2U
Advanced spike suppression circuits for reliability in noisy™ applications
Flash upgradeability enables future enhancements
Supports DDC signalling to ensure optimal video card setup

SPECIFICATION:

Video resolutions - 1600 x 1280 at distances up to 200 metres/650 feet, 1280 x 1024 at distances up to 300 metres/1000 feet.

Extension distance - Up to 300 metres / 1000 feet using CATx cable (x=5,5e,6,7).

Extension technology - Differential analogue signalling for video signals, differential digital signalling for PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, RS232 and DDC signals. Signals are multiplexed so that only one CATx cable is required.

Devices supported - Supports PS/2 style keyboard, PS/2 style mouse, flat-screen and CRT style monitors with standard HD-15 video connectors. Also extends a transparent RS232 connection that may be used for touch-screens or a wide variety of other serial devices.

Cable equalisation - Finely adjustable cable equalisation amplifiers enable the video sharpness and brightness to be independently adjusted using the keyboard. Coarse and fine adjustment control is provided for quick setup. Settings are persistent even when the X2-Silver Dual Access is powered off which means that setup only needs to be done once. Automatic and manual equalisation modes are provided.

Integral de-skew - Red, green and blue colour signals may be independently delayed relative to the other colours to compensate for the colour skew introduced by longer CATx cables. The cable skew is produced due to wire length differences between different twisted pairs in a CATx cable that arise due to the different twist rates used to reduce signalling crosstalk. The amount of cable skew seen depends on the cable type used and the cable length. The X2-Silver Dual Access provides up to 62ns of DeSkew for each colour with a fine 2ns resolution. This means that high-resolution video can be accurately de-skewed even at long cable distances. The DeSkew circuitry supports 300MHz bandwidths which means that the DeSkew function does not adversely affect the video quality (a common problem on older generation extenders). DeSkew setup is easily done using the keyboard and settings are persistent even when the X2-Silver Dual Acces is powered off which means that setup only needs to be done once.

Keyboard control - The cable equalisation and skew settings are controlled in 'configuration mode' using the keyboard attached to the remote (KVM console-end) unit. Configuration mode is accessed using keyboard hotkeys. These hotkeys may also be used to lock the remote unit (if a password has been set). Hotkeys are variable and may be disabled if required. Feedback is provided to the user using the keyboard num, caps and scroll lights.

Indicators - The remote and local units are fitted with a link/activity indicator that shows the link status and indicate keyboard and mouse data activity.

Computer / KVM switch compatibility - Compatible with desktop, rack mount and laptop PCs with PS/2 keyboard and mouse connections. May also be used with RS/6000, Alpha and SGI computers and a wide range of KVM switches. Adder can provide a range of KVM switch and conversion cables for connection to PC, Sun and Macintosh computers that have USB or Sun (8-pin) connectors.

Operating system compatibility - Compatible with all major operating systems including DOS; OS/2; UNIX; MS Windows 9x, NT, 2000, XP;NetWare and RS6000.

Keyboard support - Supports PS/2 style keyboards with 6-pin mini-DIN connectors. Operates in modes, 1, 2 and 3 and supports individual typematic states per key. Supports standard layout keyboards and enhanced 'Internet style' keyboards with extra keys. Supports all keyboard language layouts.

Mouse support - Supports a wide range of PS/2 style 2 button, 3 button, wheel, IntelliMouse (3 button with wheel), IntelliMouse Explorer (5 button with wheel) and other mice that support the Microsoft ® mouse signalling protocols.

RS232 - 'Transparent' serial port operation ensures wide device compatibility without the need to configure baud rates or protocols on the X2 to match your equipment. Auto baud rate sensing ensures that devices that switch baud rates (such as some touch screens) are supported. All handshake lines are supported for maximum compatibility. Baud rates up to 57,600 are supported.

Rack mount options - Both the local (computer-end) and remote (KVM console-end) units may be rack mounted in the X-Series rack mount chassis. This chassis enables 16 remote and 5 local units to be mounted in 2U of 19-inch rack space. The units are rack mounted using the optional rack mount face plate (part code: Remote, X2-RMK-SILVER, Local X2-RMK-DA-Silver).

Connectors (Local computer-end unit) - 1 x 25-way female connector for computer connection, 1 x RJ45 connector for CATx cable connection, 1 x DB9 for serial connection, 1 x purple 6-pin mini-DIN female keyboard connector, 1 x green 6-pin mini-DIN female mouse connector, 1 x blue 15-pin high-density D-type female connector for monitor connection 2.5mm DC jack for optional power adapter (only required for video only applications).

Connectors (Remote console-end unit) - 1 x purple 6-pin mini-DIN female keyboard connector, 1 x green 6-pin mini-DIN female mouse connector, 1 x blue 15-pin high-density D-type female connector for monitor connection, 1 x DB9 for serial connection, 1 x RJ45 connector for CATx cable connection. 2.5mm DC jack for power adapter.

Physical (Local computer-end unit) - Metal case (steel and stainless steel), 172mm x 26mm x 75mm, 430g, fits into one slot width in the X-Series rack mount chassis (16 units fit into 2U of rack space).

Physical (Remote console-end unit) - Metal case (steel and stainless steel), 172mm x 80mm x 75mm, 430g, uses 3 slots in the X-Series rack mount chassis (5 units fit into 2U of rack space).

Power - The console-end unit is powered by an external 5V DC, 2A power supply with an IEC power cable connection. A country specific power cord is provided. The computer-end unit is normally interface powered via the PS/2 keyboard connection but may alternatively be powered using an optional power supply. Both units are fused with auto resettable fuses.

Flash upgrades - The X2-Silver Dual Access remote and local units are flash upgradeable to take advantage of product enhancements and upgrades. The units may be flash upgraded via the PS/2 keyboard ports from a connected computer. Flash upgrade mode is accessed using option switches mounted on the side of the local and remote units.

Password protection mode - The X2-Silver Dual Access may be locked using a hotkey combination from the keyboard if a password has been loaded into the unit. The unit may then only be unlocked using the password. The video is blanked whilst the remote unit is locked.

Spike suppression - The X2-Silver Dual Access is fitted with spike suppression circuits.

Application - The X2-Silver Dual Access is not suitable for linking between buildings.

Display Data Channel - DDC signalling is supported to enable the computer to communicate with the monitor and thus configure its video card for optimal operation.

Package contents - Local (computer-end) unit, remote (KVM console-end) unit, 2 metre long computer interface cable, computer serial interface cable, IEC style power supply and power cord, safety and installation leaflet, CD manual, stick on rubber feet. (Note: the X-Series rack panels are not included and need to be purchased separately as required).

Optional accessories - Optional power adapter for local unit (part code: PSU-IEC-5VDC), X-Series rack mount chassis (part code: X-RMK), rack mount plate for local/remote unit (part code: : Remote, X2-RMK-SILVER, Local X2-RMK-DA-Silver), X-PDM4-UK.

Approvals - FCC class A, CE marked.

Use with other Adder products - May be used together with other X2 and X-Series extenders where multiple video head or USB extension is required. For local access at the computer-end, the X2-Silver Dual Access may be coupled to an AdderView Prism.

Power - Operating Voltage: 100-240VAC, Power Frequency: 50-60Hz, Usage: 5VDC at 500mA

Temperature Tolerance - 0-40°C (32 to 104°F).

Humidity Tolerance - 5 to 60% non condensing.