Page 2 - ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB; Trademarks Used in this Manual; We‘re here to help! If you have any questions about your application
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 2 Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and ServSwitch is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc. Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Linux is registered trademark of ...
Page 3 - FCC and IC RFI Statements
FCC and IC RFI Statements 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 3 Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference Statements This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance wit...
Page 4 - Instrucciones de Seguridad; Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 4 Instrucciones de Seguridad (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement) 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y o...
Page 5 - Table of Contents; Contents
Table of Contents 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 5 Contents 1. Specifications .............................................................................................................................................................................. 62. Overview ...................................
Page 6 - U compact case, robust metal design
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 6 1. Specifications ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB single-variant Casings (w x h x d): 118.4mm (4.66”) x 26mm (1.02”) x 74.8mm (2.94”) Construction: 1U compact case, robust metal design Weight: 0.33kg (0.72lbs) Mount kits: Rack mount Power to ada...
Page 7 - PC; separation; CAT 7a Patch; Maximum cable lengths
Chapter 2: Overview 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 7 2. Overview Thank you for choosing the ServSwitch Wizard VGA-USB extenders which provide a very effective way to put distance between your computer and its peripherals. The compact casings and ease of use of the modules belie the ingenuity of th...
Page 8 - Mounting the modules – desk or rack
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 8 3. Installation 3.1 Mounting the modules – desk or rack The modules can be situated on a desk or alternatively, for larger installations, mounted within an optional rack mount chassis. 3.1.1 Desk mount Apply the supplied self-adhesive rubb...
Page 9 - Chapter 3: Installation; screws on the module’s upper edge to slide through.
Chapter 3: Installation 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 9 3.1.2 Rack mount Note: The module switches are not accessible once it is inserted into the rack, therefore, check all settings before insertion. 1 Place the rack securing plate (available as a separate kit) onto the front of the module and s...
Page 10 - • Connections at the local module
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 10 3.2 Connections Installation of the modules is straightforward and requires minimal configuration in most cases. • Connections at the local module • Connections at the remote module IMPORTANT: The ServSwitch Wizard VGA-USB can be used wit...
Page 11 - video display to the upper socket on the local module.
Chapter 3: Installation 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 11 3 Optionally connect a local video display to the video out feed-through connector on the local module as shown in Figure 3-5: Figure 3-6. Attaching two VGA video displays to the dual-variant local module LIN K PO W ER OU T T O REM O TE ON ...
Page 14 - TO REMOTE; as shown in Figure; Primary CATx
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 14 3.2.1.4 Link connections 1 Connect the link cable (up to 984 feet/300 meters in length) to the local module socket labeled TO REMOTE as shown in Figure 3-10: Figure 3-10. Attaching the CATx link cable Figure 3-11. Attaching two CATx link ...
Page 15 - For all dual-variant and optionally for single-variant units:; local modules is optional. Dual-variant local modules
Chapter 3: Installation 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 15 3.2.1.5 Local module power The single- and dual-variant local modules differ in the way that they are powered: • The single-variant local module is designed to derive its power from the host computer via the USB connection. If this is not p...
Page 16 - Figure 3-14. Attaching the VGA video display cable; To primary
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 16 3.2.2 Connections at the remote module 3.2.2.1 Video connections 1 Where possible ensure that power is disconnected from the computer system to be connected. 2 Attach the lead from the video display to the video out socket on the remote m...
Page 17 - Figure 3-16. Attaching the keyboard, mouse and other USB cables; the video output connector as shown in Figure 3-16:
Chapter 3: Installation 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 17 Figure 3-16. Attaching the keyboard, mouse and other USB cables [Dual-variant only] IMPORTANT: When connecting four USB devices to the remote module, ensure that their total power requirements do not exceed 1700mA (1.7A). The USB standard s...
Page 18 - socket on the remote module as shown in Figure 3-18:
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 18 3.2.2.4 Link connections 1 Attach the connector of the category 5, 5e, 6, 7 or 7a link cable (up to 984 feet/300 meters in length) to the ‘TO LOCAL’ socket on the remote module as shown in Figure 3-18: Figure 3-18. Attaching the CATx link...
Page 19 - Figure 3-21. Attaching the power cord to the adapter
Chapter 3: Installation 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 19 3.2.2.5 Remote module power 1 Attach the output connector of the power adapter to the ‘POWER’ socket of the remote module as shown in Figure 3-20: LIN K PO W ER OU T T O LO CA L ON W iz ar d V G A /U SB V M E X T E N D E R Figure 3-20. Atta...
Page 20 - USER; Figure 3-22. The logical layout of a dual user configuration
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 20 3.2.3 Dual user configuration You can combine two ServSwitch Wizard VGA-USB extender sets to create a dual user configuration. Such an installation would allow a single computer to be controlled from two different positions, with each pos...
Page 22 - be copied, stored and presented to the video adapter upon request.
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 22 3.3 Video display (DDC) information The Display Data Channel (or DDC) is an industry standard scheme which allows video monitors to declare their capabilities to the computer’s video adapter circuitry, allowing the latter to optimise thei...
Page 24 - What is skew and why is compensation needed?; - Adjust the timing of each color to fine tune the image.
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 24 What is skew and why is compensation needed? The twisted pair cabling supported by the ServSwitch Wizard VGA-USB modules consists of four pairs of wires per cable, three of which are used to convey red, green and blue video signals to the...
Page 25 - standby level; Please see the next page for details about each adjustment >>>
Chapter 3: Installation 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 25 This flash sequence indicates that you are at Standby level Num Loc k Caps Loc k Scroll Loc k The indicators on the keyboard linked to the remote unit will begin to flash in sequence. Also, the green indicator adjacent to the CATx link sock...
Page 27 - to reset all delays.
Chapter 3: Installation 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 27 3.4.5 To adjust video gain a From standby, use and to decrease or increase the gain level. If necessary, press to return to a neutral setting. Gain adjustments are saved automatically. 3.4.6 To adjust color skew You will only need to use th...
Page 28 - Dual user arbitration
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 28 4. Operation 4.1 General use In use, the ServSwitch Wizard VGA-USB modules should be transparent - the system and its peripherals should operate exactly as normal, the only difference being that they are now up to 984 feet (300 meters) ap...
Page 30 - Appendix A. Troubleshooting; stored DDC information.; lower; link connector is
ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 30 Appendix A. Troubleshooting A.1 Status indicators The green indicators built into the link connectors on each module provide useful feedback regarding the connection and power status: During startup (of the local module) • One very short ...
Page 31 - Appendices; Appendix B. Safety Information; • For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only.
Appendices 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 31 Appendix B. Safety Information • For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only. • Do not use to link between buildings. • Ensure that all twisted pair interconnect cables are installed in compliance with all applicable wiring regulations. • Do not c...
Page 32 - About Black Box; © Copyright 2012. Black Box Corporation. All rights reserved.; NETWORK SERVICES; Tech support the
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