Page 2 - User Manual; USB CAT5
Page 4 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents 1. Introduction .......................................................................... 1 Package Contents ...................................................................... 1 2. Overview ............................................................................... 2 Featu...
Page 5 - Introduction; Package Contents
1 Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Belkin USB CAT5 KVM Extender (the CAT5 Extender). The CAT5 Extender allows you to control your computer or KVM switch from up to 500 feet (150m) away. It is perfect for isolated server rooms, large server farms, secure systems, or test benches where...
Page 6 - section; Feature Overview; CAT5 Technology; Overview
section 2 3 4 5 2 Feature Overview CAT5 Technology Integrated CAT5 technology enables you to connect your KVM switch to your servers up to 500 feet (150m) away using standard CAT5 cabling. CAT5 cabling reduces cable bulk and simplifies cable management. Video Resolution The CAT5 Extender supports vi...
Page 7 - Equipment Requirements; Cables; Belkin UTP Patch Cables:
Equipment Requirements Cables Connecting the CAT5 Extender to a computer or KVM switch requires the included KVM cable kit and a standard CAT5 patch cable. Belkin highly recommends you use Belkin Category 5e, FastCAT ™ 5e, or Category 6 Patch Cables for your CAT5 Extender to help ensure the superior...
Page 8 - System Requirements; OS Platforms
System Requirements OS Platforms The USB CAT5 Extender is compatible with CPUs running on, but not limited to, the following OS platforms: • Windows ® XP, Vista™, or Server 2003 • Microsoft ® DOS 5.x and above • Red Hat ® Linux ® 8.x and above • Novell ® NetWare ® 5.x • UNIX ® Keyboards • USB-compat...
Page 9 - Unit Display Diagrams; Receiver Unit
Unit Display Diagrams Receiver Unit 5 Overview 53"# !4+6-%XTENDER 2EMOTE,OCAL Console Local CPU USB Remote CPU 5V/ 2.5A • Remote LED• Local LED • Local CPU Console Connectors • RJ45 CAT5 Port for Remote Computer Connection • Local Computer (Requires additional cable to connect) • Power Jack
Page 10 - Transmitter Unit
Transmitter Unit Power Status F1D086U Console RJ45 USB section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Overview • Power LED• Status LED • Monitor VGA Cable • Keyboard/Mouse USB Cable • Local-Console Connection• RJ45 CAT5 Port for Remote Computer Connection
Page 11 - Specifications; Console Keyboard Input:
Specifications Part No.: F1D086U Enclosure: Metal enclosure Receiver Power: 5V, 600mA power adapter with center-pin negative polarity Transmitter Power: 5V, 220mA (from attached computer or KVM switch via keyboard port) Max. Video Remote Resolution: Up to 1280x1024 @ 75Hz (depends on cable length) M...
Page 12 - Consider the following when deciding where to place; Cable-Distance Requirements; Installation
section 3 4 5 8 Pre-Configuration Consider the following when deciding where to place the CAT5 Extender: • the lengths of the cables attached to your keyboard, monitor, and mouse • the location of your computer or KVM switch • the lengths of the cables you’ll use to connect the Transmitter and Recei...
Page 13 - Step 2 Connecting the Local Console to the Transmitter
9 Step 1 Connecting the Transmitter to the Computer or KVM Switch 1.1 Disconnect all computers from the electrical power supply. 1.2 Using the Transmitter unit, connect the built-in VGA and USB cables to the monitor and USB ports on your computer or to the console ports on your KVM switch. (Refer to...
Page 14 - Step 3 Connecting the Remote Console to the Receiver
section 1 2 3 4 5 10 Step 3 Connecting the Remote Console to the Receiver 3.1 From your remote console, connect your monitor to the VGA console port on the Receiver unit. 3.2 Connect your keyboard and mouse to the USB console ports on the Receiver unit. Receiver 3.3 To use the Receiver as a 2-port K...
Page 15 - Step 4 Connecting the Transmitter to the Receiver; Step 5 Powering up the Systems
11 Step 4 Connecting the Transmitter to the Receiver Using a CAT5 cable, connect one end into the RJ45 port on the Transmitter unit. Connect the other end to the RJ45 port on the Receiver unit. (Refer to diagram below.) Console Local CPU USB Remote CPU 5V/ 2.5A Console RJ45 USB Step 5 Powering up th...
Page 16 - Using the CAT5 Extender; Hot-Key Commands Operation for Receiver; Command
Using the CAT5 Extender section 1 4 5 12 Once the CAT5 Extender is installed, the video will display at both the local and remote consoles. However, only one console can have control of the mouse and keyboard input at one time. The control is determined automatically. To gain control, the active con...
Page 17 - LED Operation; Indication; Adjusting the Picture
Using the CAT5 Extender 13 LED Operation The orange Power LED indicates if the Transmitter and Receiver units are powered on. The green Status LED indicates which console has control. If the Status LED on the Transmitter is flashing, the remote console (or Receiver) has control. LED Indication Trans...
Page 18 - Information; Declaration of Conformity with FCC Rules
section 1 2 5 14 Information 4 3 FCC Statement Declaration of Conformity with FCC Rules for Electromagnetic Compatibility We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product: F1D086U to which this declaration relates: C...