Minicom Advanced Systems 5UM30167 Extender system with optional computer at Receiver position

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5.3 Connecting the System cable

Connect the System cable CAT5/6/7 FTP cable to the System ports of the Transmitter and Receiver.

5.4 Connecting to the power supply

The Transmitter receives its power from the connected computer and does not generally need an external power supply. However, when the Transmitter is connected to a KVM switch it may need an external power supply. Use a Minicom Power adapter 12VDC 1A, ordered separately p/n 5PSA70020.

Connect the Receiver to the power supply with the Power adapter and cord provided.

6. Extender system with optional computer at Receiver position

You can connect a computer to the Receiver position. The Receiver position can then either control the local computer or the Transmitter position computer.

KVM EXTENDER USB

7. Extender + KVM switch system with optional computer at Receiver position

You can connect a KVM switch to the Receiver position. The Receiver position can then either control the local computer or any computer connected to the KVM switch at the Transmitter position computer.

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Optional PC

Extended User	CAT5 cable - 150m/500ft
position
Receiver	Transmitter
	Local User
	position

Optional PC

Extended User	CAT5 cable - 150m/500ft
position
	Receiver
	Local User
	position

Transmitter

Figure 8 Extender + KVM switch with optional computer at Receiver position

The connections are the same as outlined above, with the addition of a KVM switch connected to the Transmitter as follows:

Connect a VGA + USB cable to the Transmitter and the KVM switch. Connect the HD15 connector to the Transmitter Computer port and connect the VGA and USB connectors to the KVM switch Monitor and USB ports.

8. Operating the KVM Extender USB system

The system works on a first come first served basis – press the keyboard or move the mouse at either the Transmitter (where relevant) or Receiver position to take control of the Transmitter position computer.

Figure 7 Extender system with optional computer at Receiver position

The connections are the same as outlined above, with the addition of a computer connected to the Receiver as follows:

6.1 Connecting a computer to the Receiver

Connect a VGA + USB cable to the Receiver and a computer. Connect the HD15 connector to the Receiver Computer port and connect the VGA and USB connectors to the computer Monitor and USB ports.

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Note! You can only gain control by pressing the Lock button if the Lock LED is currently not blinking.

Re-pressing the Lock button at either position releases control and the Lock LEDs turn off.

8.1 Keyboard hotkeys

To toggle between the Transmitter and the Receiver position, press: Caps Lock twice, release, then press C.

To turn the beeper sound on/off, press: Caps Lock twice, release, then press B.

8.2 Adjusting the picture

At the Receiver, you can adjust the picture quality using a small screwdriver to turn the Luminance and Equalization Picture adjusters located on the Receiver’s rear panel.

9. Safety

The device must only be opened by an authorized Minicom technician. Disconnect device from AC mains before service operation!

9.1 User guide feedback

Your feedback is very important to help us improve our documentation. Please email any comments to: ug.comments@minicom.com

Please include the following information: Guide name, part number and version number (as appears on the front cover).

9.2 WEEE compliance

WEEE Information for Minicom Customers and Recyclers

Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and implementing regulations, when customers buy new electrical and electronic equipment from Minicom they are entitled to:

∙Send old equipment for recycling on a one-for-one, like-for-like basis (this varies depending on the country)

∙Send the new equipment back for recycling when this ultimately becomes waste

Instructions to both customers and recyclers/treatment facilities wishing to obtain disassembly information are provided in our website www.minicom.com.

Transmitter position: Press the Lock button to keep/gain control of the computer at the Transmitter position. The Lock LED at the Transmitter position illuminates and blinks at the Receiver position. The Control LED at the Transmitter position illuminates.

Receiver position: Press the Lock button to keep control of the Transmitter computer at the Receiver position. The Lock LED at the Receiver position illuminates and blinks at the Transmitter position.

Press the Local button to gain control of the Receiver computer position. The Local LED blinks.

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10. Technical specifications
	System cable	CAT5/6/7 FTP 2x4x24 AWG Solid Wire cable
	Maximum distance	150m/500ft
	Mouse support	USB mouse
	Operating systems	All major operating systems
	Management	Push button or external control unit
	Screen resolution	Up to 1600X1200 @ 75Hz
	Operating temperature	0°C to 40°C/32°F to 104°F
	Storage temperature	-40°C to 40°C/-40°F to 104°F
	Warranty	3 Years limited
		Transmitter		Receiver
		HDD15F (VGA + USB		HDD15F (VGA + USB cable)
		cable) – for computer or		- for optional local computer
		KVM switch
		USB X 2: for Keyboard +		USB X 2: for Keyboard +
	Cables & connectors	Mouse		Mouse
		HDD15 : for monitor		HDD15 : for monitor
		RJ45 - System		RJ45 - System
		RJ11 - External control unit		RJ11 - External control unit
	Dimensions	85 x 113 x 25mm/		85 x 49 x 25mm/
		3.3 x 4.4 x 0.98 inches		3.3 x 4.4 x 0.98 inches
	Shipping weight		1,750g/3.9lb
	Power supply	From computer or	External power adapter 12VDC 1A
		external power
		adapter 12VDC 1A

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