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Hi-Res CAT5 KVM Extender, Remote KVM

Extend KVM CAT 5, Keyboard Monitor Mouse Extension

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Hi-Res VGA PS/2 KVM Extender via CAT5

Extend control up to 305 meters away from computers or NTI KVM Switches

KVM extender, cat5 kvm extension, keyboard monitor mouse extend, remote kvm cat 5.

Available Options:
· Two-way audio
· RS232
· Two-way audio + RS232


Additional Product Information
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RoHS Compliant KVM ExtenderDesigned and Manufactured in the U.S.A.
XTENDEX, Extend control up to 305 meters away from computers or NTI KVM Switches
XTENDEX® ST-C5KVM2ARS Remote and Local Units

Features & Applications

The XTENDEX® KVM Extender provides local and remote KVM (PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse and VGA monitor) access to a PC or NTI KVM switch up to 305 meters using CAT5/5e/6 UTP cable. The extender consists of a local unit that connects to a computer and a desktop remote unit (connects to a keyboard, monitor and mouse or the inputs of an NTI switch).
  • Industry-leading ultra high resolutions up to 2048x1536.
  • High quality, rugged steel construction with durable powder coat finish.
  • Automatically adjust video quality and color skew for crystal clear video with longer cables.
  • Available options: two-way audio (support for speakers and microphone), RS232, two-way audio + RS232.
  • DDC2B support for local or remote monitor (user selectable).
  • Built-in surge protection.

Specifications

Local Unit

  • Host Connection

    • Supports a PS/2 PC.
    • Multiplatform support: Windows 2000/XP/Vista/Server 2000/2003/2008, Linux, Solaris x86 and FreeBSD.
    • One male 15-pin HD connector.
    • Two male 6-pin miniDIN connectors.
    • Two-way audio option: two 3.5mm stereo plugs (audio in/mic out).
    • RS232 option: female 9-pin D connector.
    • Two-way audio + RS232 option: two 3.5mm stereo plugs (audio in/mic out), female 9-pin D connector.

  • Local Access

    • Crisp and clear 2048x1536 video resolution.
    • One female 15-pin HD connector.
    • Two female 6-pin miniDIN connectors.
      • NTI recommends using identical keyboards and mice at local and remote units.
    • Two-way audio option: two 3.5mm stereo jacks (audio out/mic in).
    • RS232 option: female RJ45 connector.
    • Two-way audio + RS232 option: two 3.5mm stereo jacks (audio out/mic in), female RJ45 connector.

Remote Unit

  • Supports resolutions up to 2048x1536.
  • One female 15-pin HD connector.
  • Two female 6-pin miniDIN connectors.
  • Two-way audio option: two 3.5mm stereo jacks (audio out/mic in).
  • RS232 option: female RJ45 connector.
  • Two-way audio + RS232 option: two 3.5mm stereo jacks (audio out/mic in), female RJ45 connector.

Video Quality Adjustment

  • Automatically adjusts the video quality and color skew to compensate for varying lengths of CAT5/5e/6 cable.
    • Maximum delay: 62ns in 2ns steps.
  • Fine adjustment available via push buttons on the remote unit.
  • Settings are automatically stored in the unit. The next time the unit is powered on, the adjustment will be recalled.
  • Test Pattern for Cable Length and Skew

Environmental

  • Operating temperature: 0°C to 38°C (32°F to 100°F)
  • Storage temperature: -30°C to 60°C (-20°F to 140°F)
  • Operating and Storage Relative Humidity: 17 to 90% non-condensing RH.

Dimensions

  • WxDxH (mm): 130x79x30

Power

  • Local and remote unit: 120 VAC at 60 Hz 9 VDC/1.0A via AC adapters or 230 VAC at 50 Hz 9 VDC/1.5A via AC adapters.
  • Power Consumption: 10W (each - local and remote unit).

Cables

  • CAT5, CAT5e or CAT6 UTP straight through cable for TIA/EIA-568B wiring terminated with standard RJ45 connectors (not included).

Regulatory Approvals

  • CE, RoHS

Warranty

  • Two years


Options

  • Choose between two-way audio, RS232, or two-way audio + RS232

Two-way Audio

  • Stereo Audio:
    • Stereo audio can be heard both locally and remotely.
    • Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 1 dB.
    • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): >76 dBA.
    • Total Harmonic Distortion and Noise (THD+N): 0.017%.
    • Stereo crosstalk: -70 dB.
    • Input impedance: 10k Ohms.
    • Line level output; supports multimedia speakers.
    • Maximum I/O levels: 3.1Vp-p (line level).
    • CD quality audio output.
  • Microphone:
    • Microphone can be used locally and remotely, user selectable.
    • Supports electret microphones.
    • Input impedance: 10k Ohms.
    • Maximum I/O levels: 1V, unbalanced

RS232

  • Supports TXD, RXD, DTR, DSR, DCD, CTS and RTS.
  • Baud rate up to 57.6K.
  • Support for a touch screen monitor.
Distances and Resolutions for CAT5/CAT5e
and CAT6 Cables
Cable Distance
(meters)		 Maximum Resolution
CAT5/5e (UTP) 305 1920x1200 at 60Hz
240 1920x1440 at 60Hz
180 2048x1536 at 60Hz
CAT6 (UTP)240 1920x1440 at 60Hz
180 2048x1536 at 60Hz
CAT5/5E (STP)240 1920x1200 at 60Hz
180 1920x1440 at 60Hz
120 2048x1536 at 60Hz
CAT6 (STP)122 1280x1024 at 60Hz
91 1600x1200 at 60Hz
61 2048x1536 at 60Hz
Extend control up to 305 meters away from computers or NTI KVM Switches