Thinklogical DCS StudioPRO User manual

Brand: Thinklogical

Model: DCS StudioPRO

Type: User manual

Thinklogical DCS StudioPRO is a USB and Video Extender that allows you to extend USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 and DVI video signals up to 1000 meters (3280 feet) over standard duplex multimode fiber. It is a plug-and-play device with no adjustments necessary, and it supports USB 1.1 low-speed/full-speed and USB 2.0 hi-speed devices. The SPE also supports video resolutions up to 2048x2560 in a dual-link and the DVI-D interface. With its four port Class A device, the SPE is perfect for extending your computer's capabilities to remote locations.

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DCS StudioPRO

USB and Video Extender

Product Manual

Thinklogical Inc.

100 Washington Street

Milford, Connecticut 06460 U.S.A.

Telephone (203) 647-8700

Fax (203) 783-9949

www.thinklogical.com

MAN-000018 i REVISION A

Thinklogical, a subsidiary of Logical Solutions, Incorporated

100 Washington Street

Milford, Connecticut 06460 U.S.A.

Telephone (203) 647-8700

All trademarks and service marks are property of their respective owners.

Document ID: MAN-000018

Subject: DCS StudioPRO USB and Video Extender

Revision: Rev A, August 2007

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 1

1.1. Intended Application ................................................................................................................. 1

1.2. Increased Security and Efficiency............................................................................................. 1

1.3. Laser Information...................................................................................................................... 2

2. System Features .............................................................................................................................. 3

2.1. General System Features......................................................................................................... 3

2.2. Hardware Features................................................................................................................... 3

2.2.1. Transmitter ........................................................................................................................... 4

2.2.2. Receiver ............................................................................................................................... 4

2.3. Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................... 5

3. Connecting the SPE System ........................................................................................................ 7

3.1. Overview .................................................................................................................................. 7

3.2. Contents................................................................................................................................... 8

3.3. Order of Installation Events ...................................................................................................... 8

3.3.1. Fiber Optic Cables ............................................................................................................ 9

3.3.6. AC Power Supply – PWR-000022-R (Quantity 2) ........................................................... 11

3.4. LED Status ............................................................................................................................. 12

3.4.1. Transmitter ..................................................................................................................... 12

3.4.2. Receiver ......................................................................................................................... 12

3.5. General Button Usage – DDC Select...................................................................................... 13

3.5.1. Operation of the Thinklogical DDC Modes ...................................................................... 13

4. Regulatory and Safety.................................................................................................................... 15

4.1. Safety Requirements .............................................................................................................. 15

4.1.1. Symbols Found on Product............................................................................................. 15

4.1.2. Product Serial Number.................................................................................................... 15

4.1.3. Connection to the Product............................................................................................... 15

4.2. Regulatory Compliance .......................................................................................................... 15

4.3. North America ........................................................................................................................ 16

4.4. Australia & New Zealand ........................................................................................................ 16

4.5. European Union ..................................................................................................................... 16

4.5.1. Declaration of Conformity................................................................................................ 16

4.5.2. Standards With Which the Products Comply................................................................... 17

4.6. Supplementary Information..................................................................................................... 17

5. How to Contact Us ......................................................................................................................... 19

5.1. Customer Support .................................................................................................................. 19

5.1.1. Website........................................................................................................................... 19

5.1.2. Email .............................................................................................................................. 19

5.1.3. Telephone....................................................................................................................... 19

5.1.4. Fax ................................................................................................................................. 20

5.2. Product Support...................................................................................................................... 20

5.2.1. Warranty ......................................................................................................................... 20

5.2.2. Return Authorization ....................................................................................................... 20

5.2.3. Our Address ................................................................................................................... 20

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Appendix A Ordering Information ...................................................................................................... 21

A.1 StudioPRO Extenders ............................................................................................................ 21

A.2 Related Products - DCS StudioPRO Matrix Switch................................................................. 21

Appendix B Enclosure Dimensions ........................................................................................................ 22

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1. Introduction

1.1. Intended Application

The StudioPRO Extender (SPE) is a fiber optic extender designed to extend USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 and

DVI video signals up to 1000 meters (3280 feet) over standard duplex multimode fiber. With the SPE, all

USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 peripherals can be conveniently located while operating at optimal speed.

Comprised of two compact units, the SPE transmitter connects to the host computer with standard USB

and DVI cables and the receiver provides four ports for connection of peripheral devices as well as video

connections. External power is required for both the transmitter and receiver units and two universal

power supplies are included. Plug-and-play with no adjustments makes setting up the SPE fast and

easy. In addition, LEDs provide link performance at a glance. The SPE successfully and effectively

delivers USB peripherals when and where you need them.

Figure 1: Intended Application of StudioPRO Extender, Dual Link USB 2.0 model shown

1.2. Increased Security and Efficiency

The ability to remote the CPU away from the monitor allows more control of the computer environment.

Now it is possible to position the monitor or projector in any setting from office to lecture hall to

boardroom while keeping the computer secure in a remote, controlled location.

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1.3. Laser Information

LASER RADIATION

DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL

INSTRUMENTS

CAUTION: In order to avoid possible exposure to laser energy, it is good practice to attach the fiber optic

cables prior to applying power to the StudioPRO EXTENDER. If the fiber optic cable should become

disconnected, DO NOT attempt to look into the cable or the panel mounted connector.

The StudioPRO Extender is designed and identified as a Class 1M LASER product.

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2. System Features

2.1. General System Features

The SPE systems are designed for high-resolution video and USB extension applications, such as

remote projection centers, theaters and assembly halls, and for secure computer installations. The ability

to remotely locate the CPU away from the monitor and peripherals allow more control of your computer

environment. It is possible to position the monitor or projector in any setting from office to lecture hall to

boardroom while keeping the computer secure in a remote, controlled location.

Extends Hi-Speed USB 1.1 connection up to 3280 feet (1000 meters)

Four port Class A device

Installation is Plug-and-Play, no adjustments are necessary

Supports USB 1.1 low-speed /full-speed and USB 2.0 hi-speed devices

Uses standard duplex multi-mode fiber optic cable

LEDs provide link performance status

Available with your choice of ST or SC fiber connectors

Supports video resolutions up to 2048x2560 in a dual-link

Support of the DVI-D interface

Fully DDC2B compliant

Transparent operation and functionality - no user interaction required

Signal transmission via fiber optic cable - no RF interference

2.2. Hardware Features

The SPE systems are self-contained and do not require user modifications. Once installed, the

application simply delivers the video and USB signal clearly and consistently.

Enclosed metal chassis for each Transmitter and Receiver unit

One pair of components per video connection

One DVI-D port for digital video signal connection

External power jack

Two universal AC power Adapters provided with each SPE System

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2.2.1. Transmitter

Figure 2: Front and Back Views of the SPE Transmitter Models

2.2.2. Receiver

Figure 3: Front and Back Views of the SPE Receiver Models

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2.3. Technical Specifications

Each Logical Solutions StudioPRO Extender system is designed to the following specifications:

Electrical Cable

(supplied with system)

USB Type A to USB Type B Cable, 6FT

DVI-I Male to DVI-D Male Cable, 2M (Single Link Model Only)

DVI-D Male to DVI-D Male Dual-Link Cable, 2M (Dual Link Model Only)

Connectors Single-Link Receiver:

DVI-D female video input (1)

Fiber connectors-data (2)

Fiber connectors-video (1)

USB-A connectors (4)

Power connector (AC adapter provided and required) (1)

Dual-Link Receiver:

DVI-D female video input (1)

Fiber connector-data (2)

Fiber connectors-video (2)

USB-A connectors (4)

Power connector (AC adapter provided and required) (1)

Single-Link Transmitter:

DVI-D female video output (2)

Fiber connectors-data (2)

Fiber connectors-video (1)

USB-B connectors (1)

Power connector (AC adapter provided and required) (1)

Dual-Link Transmitter:

DVI-D female video output (2)

Fiber connectors-data (2)

Fiber connectors-video (2)

USB-B connectors (1)

Power connector (AC adapter provided and required) (1)

DDC Protocol Full DDC2B compliant

Optical Budget 7 dB

Laser Output

Specifications

Video Lasers meet Laser Class 1M Specifications

USB laser meets Laser Class 1 Specifications.

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Optical Cable Single-Link:

Two fibers for USB; Single fiber for video

Dual-Link:

Two fibers for USB; Two fibers for video

All Fiber is multi-mode, 50 micron or 62.5 micron. (Fiber Cable is either

customer-supplied or can be ordered from Thinklogical.)

Operating Temperature

and Humidity

0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F), 5 to 95% RH, non-condensing

Housing Dimensions

(includes rack ears)

1.64 in x 7.97 in x 5.08 in

(4.2 cm x 20.2 cm x 12.9 cm)

Wall-mount keyhole slot spacing: 8.469 in x 3.987 in

(21.5 cm x 10.1 cm)

Supply Voltage +5.0 VDC @ 600 mA

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3. Connecting the SPE System

3.1. Overview

5VDC

L3 L4 L1

TL2

USB2.0

DVI LOCALDISPLAY

DUALLINK

DVI FROMCPU

DUALLINK

POWER

5VDC

L3L4 L1

POWER

USB 2.0DVI TO DISPLAY

DUAL LINK

5VDC

L3 L4 L1

USB1.1

DVI LOCAL DISPLAY

DUAL LINK

DVI FROM CPU

DUAL LINK

POWER

5VDC

L 3 L1

USB1 .1

DVI LOCAL DI SPLAY

SINGLE LINK

DVI FROM CPU

SINGLE L INK

POWER

5VDC

L3L4 L1

POWER

USB 1.1DVI TO DISPLAY

DUAL LINK

USB1 .1

5VDC

L3 L1

POWER

DVI TO DISPLA Y

SINGLE LINK

5VDC

L3 L1

USB2 .0

DVI LOCAL DIS PLAY

SINGLE LINK

DVI FROM CPU

SINGLE L INK

POWER USB 2 . 0

5VDC

L3 L1

POWER

DVI TO DISP LAY

SINGLE LINK

Single Link DVI

USB2.0

3 fibers

SPE-SL2.0

transmitter

SPE-SL2.0

receiver

DVI single link

Display

USB2.0

DVD Keyboard/mouse

USB

Tablet

Dual- Link DVI

USB2.0

4 fibers

SPE-DL2.0

transmitter

SPE-DL2.0

receiver

DVI Dual- Link

Display

USB2. 0

DVD Keyboard/ mouse

USB

Tablet

Single Link DVI

USB1.1

3 fibers

SPE-SL1. 1

transmitter

SPE-SL1.1

receiver

DVI single link

Display

USB1. 1

Drive Keyboard/ mouse

USB

Tablet

Dual- Link DVI

USB1.1

4 fibers

SPE-DL1.1

transmitter

SPE-DL1.1

receiver

DVI Dual- Link

Display

USB1.1

Drive Keyboard/ mouse

USB

Tablet

Red Lines= Video( DVI or Dual- Link DVI)

Blue Lines= Data( USB2. 0 or USB1.1)

StudioPRO Extender Connection Diagrams

Figure 4: SPE Connections by Model

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3.2. Contents

When you receive your Thinklogical StudioPRO Extender system, you should find the following items:

StudioPRO Extender – Transmitter

StudioPRO Extender – Receiver

AC Power Supply (PWR-000022-R) – Quantity 2

USB Cable, 6 Feet (for the Transmitter unit)

DVI Video Cable, 2 Meters

All physical connections to the product use industry-standard connectors.

3.3. Order of Installation Events

In order to properly use the SPE system, you must follow this order of events for the initial power-up. By

proceeding in this order, your monitor's DDC2B signal (if any) will be sent through the SPE connection

upon power-up.

1. Plug fiber into T (L1) location labeled on the Transmitter unit. Plug that corresponding end of

fiber into R (L1) location labeled on the Receiver unit or StudioPRO DCS.

2. Plug fiber into R (L2) location labeled on the Transmitter unit. Plug that corresponding end of

fiber into T (L2) location labeled on the Receiver unit or StudioPRO.

3. Plug fiber into R (L3) location labeled on the Transmitter unit. Plug that corresponding end of

fiber into T (L3) location labeled on the Receiver unit or StudioPRO.

4. FOR DUAL-LINK MODEL ONLY: Plug fiber into R (L4) location labeled on the Transmitter unit.

Plug that corresponding end of fiber into T (L4) location labeled on the Receiver unit or

StudioPRO.

5. Connect the power supply to the Transmitter and plug corresponding end into a suitable AC

power source.

6. Connect the power supply to the Receiver and plug corresponding end into a suitable AC power

source.

7. Connect your PC to the USB location (USB Type B Connector) labeled on the Transmitter unit.

Connect your PC Video to the DVI location (DVI Connector) labeled on the Transmitter unit.

8. Connect your devices(s) into the device port(s) (USB Type A Connector) on the Receiver unit.

Connect your DVI Display into the DVI location (DVI Connector) labeled on the Receiver unit.

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Figure 5: Possible Device Connections, Example: Single Link USB 2.0 Receiver Shown

9. Turn on your PC.

If your Display is not turned on as indicated in #3 above, or there is no DDC2B signal received, the

default resolution will be 800x600.

Your StudioPRO Extender System is now properly connected.

3.3.1. Fiber Optic Cables

Fiber Optic cables for the SPE system are not included, but are available for purchase. Please contact

thinklogical for a quotation on your required cable length.

A fiber optic cable must be run between the location of the SPE Transmitter (near your CPU or other

DVI-D video source) and the SPE Receiver (near the monitor, projector, etc.). The standard multi-mode

fiber cable must be 50 or 62.5 micron, terminated with an LC, SC, or ST-type twist-lock connector and no

longer than 1000 meters (3280 running feet). Be careful to not kink or pinch the fiber cable as it is being

installed, and keep all bend radii to no less than 3 inches.

USB

VDC

POWER

DVI TO DISPLAY

SINGLE LINK

StudioPRO Extenders

SPE

Receiver

VDC External Universal

Power Module

DVI

Display

Video Fiber

USB

2.0

DVD

Keyboard

mouse

USB

Tablet

Data Fiber

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Connect your fiber cable to the ST-type connector on each SPE pair (one Transmitter and one

Receiver). Dress the cable so it will not get crushed, pinched or otherwise damaged.

When connecting the fiber optic cables, you must be sure to:

Connect the fiber connector labeled ‘L1 (T)’ on the Transmitter to the fiber connector

labeled ‘L1 (R)’ on the Receiver.

Connect the fiber connector labeled ‘L2 (T)’ on the Transmitter to the fiber connector

labeled ‘L2 (R)’ on the Receiver.

Connect the fiber connector labeled ‘L3’ on the Transmitter to the fiber connector

labeled ‘L3’ on the Receiver.

Connect the fiber connector labeled ‘L4’ on the Transmitter to the fiber connector

labeled ‘L4’ on the Receiver.

Figure 6: Proper Connection of Fiber Cable Shown

*Note: When you connect the fibers, THE FIBER CABLE SHOULD NOT BE CROSSED.

3.3.2. Digital Video (DVI-D) Input – Transmitter

The SPE Transmitter unit connects to your DVI video source (DVI-D video card) using the provided DVI-

D male-to-male cable (CBL000013-002MR). The Digital Video Input connector on the transmitter will

NOT accept other form factors of DVI connectors (DVI-I or DVI-A).

3.3.3. Digital Video (DVI-D) Output - Receiver

The SPE Receiver unit connects to your DVI video monitor, projector, or other viewing device. Your

device must have a DVI-D connector on its cable.

5VDC

L 3 L4 L1

TL2

USB1 .1DVI LOCAL DISPLAY

DUAL LINK

DVI FROM CPU

DUAL LINK

POWER

5VDC

L 3L4 L1

POWER

USB 1.1DVI TO DISPLAY

DUAL LINK

SPE

transmitter

SPE

receiver

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3.3.4. USB Type B – Transmitter

Connect your PC to the location on the Transmitter unit using the USB Type A to USB Type B Cable

(CBL000015-006FR) that was provided with your SPE system.

Figure 7: USB Type B Connector

3.3.5. USB Type A – Receiver

Connect up to four devices(s) into any of the device port(s) on the Receiver unit. The cable that was

provided with your USB device should be able to connect to the USB Type A ports on the Receiver.

Figure 8: USB Type A Connector

3.3.6. AC Power Supply – PWR-000022-R (Quantity 2)

Separate wall-pack AC/DC adapters (part number PWR-000022) are included. A single power jack

accepts the 5VDC input. The green power LED on the front of the units will light when the unit is

receiving power.

Universal Input: 90 – 264 VAC

Continuous Short Circuit Protection

Over Voltage Protection

Conductive EMI Meets CISPR/FCC Class B

High Efficiency, 75% Typical

AC Plug Can Be Changed

Figure 9: AC Power Supply (PN: PWR-000022-R)

shown with optional AC plugs

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3.4. LED Status

3.4.1. Transmitter

LED Label Status

DDC Pass LED is ON (solid green) for DDC Pass thru mode. In this mode, the CPU

communicates directly with the connected monitor for DDC information.

DDC Dynamic LED is ON (solid green) for DDC Dynamic mode. In this mode, the DDC of

the monitor is read from the receiver and stored in the transmitter.

DDC Static LED is ON (solid green) for DDC Static mode. In this mode the DDC

information in the transmitter is not changed regardless of changes made

at the receiver end.

Power LED is ON (solid green) when power is connected

USB Link Shows the status of the connection

LED is ON (solid green) when the Power, device port(s), and Fibers are

properly connected

LED is BLINKING (blinking green) when the Fibers are properly connected

and until the Host enumerates

Host LED is ON (solid green) when the computer establishes a USB connection.

3.4.2. Receiver

LED Label Status

USB 1,2,3,4 LED is ON (solid green) when a device is connected to the

corresponding USB device port.

Video

(Single-Link Version Only)

LED is ON (solid green) when a DVI signal is properly established.

Video SL

(Dual-Link Version Only)

LED is ON (solid green) when a Single-Link DVI signal is properly

established.

Video DL

(Dual-Link Version Only)

LED is ON (solid green) when a Dual-Link DVI signal is properly

established.

DDC Pass LED is ON (solid green) for DDC Pass thru mode. In this mode, the

CPU communicates directly with the connected monitor for DDC

information.

DDC Dynamic LED is ON (solid green) for DDC Dynamic mode. In this mode, the

DDC of the monitor is read from the receiver and stored in the

transmitter.

DDC Static LED is ON (solid green) for DDC Static mode. In this mode the DDC

information in the transmitter is not changed regardless of changes

made at the receiver end.

Power LED is ON (solid green) when power is connected

USB Link Shows the status of the connection

LED is ON (solid green) when the Power, device port(s), and Fiber are

properly connected

LED is BLINKING (blinking green) when the Fiber are properly

connected and until the Host enumerates

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3.5. General Button Usage – DDC Select

The TX and RX units both have a button labeled DDC SELECT. When the data communications fibers

L1 and L2 are connected, either button will control the state of the DDC operation. Each press of the

button will advance the DDC state from PASS to DYNAMIC to STATIC and back to PASS (a fine-tip

pencil, such as a mechanical pencil, works best). When the units are disconnected, the DDC state of the

TX unit is the master and will be sent to the RX when data communications are restored. In PASS

through mode, the CPU communicates directly with the connected monitor for DDC information. In

DYNAMIC mode the DDC of the monitor is read from the receiver and stored in the transmitter. In

STATIC mode the DDC information in the transmitter is not changed regardless of changes made at the

receiver end.

There is also a default DDC table stored in the device. This table is suitable for use with many standard

PC monitors. If you wish to restore the default DDC table to the product and automatically place the

device into STATIC DDC mode, hold the button down for approximately 7 seconds or until you see the

DDC mode LED change to static mode.

3.5.1. Operation of the Thinklogical DDC Modes

DDC (Data Display Channel) is a VESA standard communications channel between a display adapter

and a video monitor. DDC data is stored in a monitor and describes the monitors characteristics (vendor

name, serial number, frequency range, analog or digital capabilities, etc.). DDC information is read from

the monitor by a video card in order for the video card to gather Extended Display Identification Data

(EDID) and provide video acceptable to the monitor.

Due to the Thinklogical TX emulating a monitor it must provide a DDC table to the video card in order for

the video card to provide images for transport. Some video cards are very un-forgiving of DDC data. An

un-forgiving video card will shut off video output if the DDC is not present at boot up (missing monitor),

hot-plugged or the DDC information does not match expected parameters (digital or analog). Some

video cards are very tolerant and will produce video output under many conditions. Due to the variability

of video card DDC handling, Thinklogical products provide all or a subset of the DDC support modes

detailed below.

3.5.1.1. Dynamic Mode

Dynamic DDC mode is the default and recommended mode of DDC operation. In this mode the RX will

read the DDC data from a monitor under 2 conditions; 1) power up and 2) if the monitor cable is removed

and reinstalled. The RX will only read the DDC information to RAM, it will not be stored on the RX.

Once the RX has validated the DDC data it informs the TX of a change in DDC information. Once

informed of a DDC change the TX reads the DDC information from the RX. If the DDC data read from

the RX is different than the DDC information stored in the TX non-volatile memory, the TX writes the new

DDC information to non-volatile memory on the TX that the video card can read. The TX then informs

the video card that the DDC information has changed so that the video card may read the DDC data and

act appropriately. In this mode the CPU may be booted up with the TX off or disconnected from the RX

since the TX non-volatile DDC memory can be read by the video card without TX power.

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3.5.1.2. Static Mode

Static DDC mode is typically used in DCS switched situations. In some switched situations the customer

may be using multiple monitors that are all capable of handling the same video resolution but for one

reason or another, some of the monitors in the system cause some video cards issues that cause the

video card to turn off the video output. Another possible use of Static DDC mode is the when a video

card does not recover from a video cable being hot-plugged while the system is booted. Static mode

resolves these issues by preventing the TX from writing to the non-volatile DDC memory stored on the

TX and static mode prevents the TX from informing the video card of a change in DDC data. In this

mode the CPU may be booted up with the TX off or disconnected from the RX since the TX non-volatile

DDC memory can be read by the video card without TX power.

3.5.1.3. PassThru Mode

PassThru DDC mode (Pass Through) mode gives the video card direct access to the monitor connected

to the RX as if connected via copper wire. This mode is useful in HDCP content protection applications.

In PassThru DDC mode the video card can write-to and read-from the monitor directly. The video card

will be informed of the presence or absence of a monitor connected. In this mode there must be a valid

data communications path between the CPU and a connected monitor before the CPU can be booted.

When a Logical Solutions product is supplied to customers it typically comes with a default table that

provides a maximum resolution of 1920x1200. If the customer elects to use the default Logical Solutions

DDC data in static mode, the video card will read that the TX (emulating a monitor) is capable of showing

1920x1200. If the monitor connected at the RX cannot display a resolution as high as 1920x1200 the

monitor will not display an image.

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