Black Box ACU5250A-R2, ACU505A-R2, ServSwitch Wizard VGA/USB manual Overview, Maximum cable lengths

Chapter 2: Overview

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 their operation. Using our proprietary transmission techniques we are able to reliably transfer more signals than ever before along a single length of Category 5, 5e, 6, 7 or 7a twist- ed pair cabling. What this means for you is that your video, audio, USB keyboard, USB mouse and two other USB channels are all readily and reliably available at up to 984 feet (300 meters) away.

Using the ServSwitch Wizard VGA-USB extenders does not mean that you need to compromise on functionality in any way. Our highly efficient transmission methods mean that CD quality sound and high video resolutions of up to 1920 x 1200 are fully sup- ported. Any lag effects caused by long cable runs are easily eliminated using the intuitive video compensation system located within the remote module. Three equalisation bands allow you to ensure that every color arrives at precisely the right time, ensur- ing a sharp image every time. The ServSwitch Wizard VGA-USB dual-variant models use an additional CATx connection to provide dual analog video links.

The USB connections are seamless allowing four full speed USB 2.0 devices to be used simultaneously with full support for discon- nect/re-connect at any time without causing errors.

The ServSwitch Wizard VGA-USB extenders have been designed to be quick to install and totally transparent in operation: ‘Fit and forget’ is the motto. So whether you are extending your workplace or creating a cost-effective distributed audio visual system, the ServSwitch Wizard VGA-USB extenders provide the power and flexibility to create the right solution.

PC

VID EO (2)

VID EO

AUD IO

USB

OUT
					POWER
IN	LOCAL
					OUT
IN					LINK
				TO REMOTE
	S e r v S w i t c h™ W i z a r d V G A / U S B				ON
	B L A C K	B O X	K V M	E X T E N D E R

CATx link cable

CATx link cable (2)

Up to 984 feet

(300 meters)

separation

				POWER
REMOTE
				OUT
				LINK
				TO LOCAL
S e r v S w i t c h™ W i z a r d V G A / U S B				ON
B L A C K	B O X	K V M	E X T E N D E R

*The dual-variant provides a second analog video channel.

USB USB

device device

Maximum cable lengths

CAT 5	820 feet (250 m)
CAT 5e	820 feet (250 m)
CAT 6	984 feet (300 m)
CAT 7	984 feet (300 m)
CAT 7a Patch	656 feet (200 m)

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