AdderLink Silver CAT 5 KVM Extender
ALSTX/ALSRX-USA
The AdderLink Silver ALSTX/ALSRX CAT5 KVM extender offers KVM extension with remote KVM switch and local control. Convenient and remote control of a PC or KVM switch over 200m (650 ft) of UTP cable. The AdderLink Silver has all the features of the AdderLink plus local KVM control and a remote KVM switch, for added flexibility. The AdderLink ALSTX/ALSRX is designed to control a PC or KVM switch remotely over a single network cable. Serial RS232 is featured as standard, making this Cat5 extender ideal for 'touch screen', remote industrial and other serial applications.
The AdderLink Silver local (transmitter) unit has a KVM console connection that enables the computer or KVM switch to be controlled by a local keyboard, monitor and mouse. The remote (receiver) unit has a computer connection and an integral KVM switch that enables the remote user to switch their KVM console to control either the computer connected to the receiver unit or the computer / KVM switch connected to the transmitter unit. Both the transmitter and receiver can be conveniently rackmounted in pairs by using the optional 1U rackmount kit (sold separately).
Adder ALSTX/ALSRX Features:
- Integrated KVM switch allows a computer to be connected at the remote location
- High SVGA video quality
- Compatible with all major operating systems including DOS, OS/2, UNIX, Windows, Netware and Linux
- Supports PC style (PS/2) keyboards and mice and many extra key, button and wheel features
- Also supports older style AT keyboards and RS232 mice
- Transparent RS232 connection ensures maximum device support
- Distance of up to 200m (650 feet) supported between transmitter and receiver
- 'Feed through' KVM console connection at local (transmitter) unit provides local control capability
- Password protection mode
- Application - not suitable for linking between buildings.
- Indicators - The remote and local units are fitted with a link/activity indicator that shows the link status and indicate keyboard and mouse data activity.
- Local Console - enables the computer or KVM switch to be controlled by a local keyboard, monitor and mouse
- Remote KVM switch - enables the screen keyboard and mouse of the users PC to control both the desktop PC and the remote PC/KVM switch.
- Video compensation - Adjustable video compensation amplifiers enable the video sharpness to be adjusted using the keyboard.
- Keyboard control - The cable equalization are controlled in 'configuration mode' using the keyboard attached to the remote (KVM console-end) unit.
Adder ALSTX/ALSRX Package Includes:
- Local (computer-end) unit
- Remote (KVM console-end) unit
- IEC style power supply and power cord
- Safety and installation leaflet
- CD manual
- Stick on rubber feet.
Mechanical | Local Unit | Remote Unit |
Height | 1 in. (27 mm.) | 1 in. (27 mm.) |
Width | 6.6 in. (168 mm.) | 6.6 in. (168 mm.) |
Depth | 5.3 in. (136 mm.) | 5.3 in. (136 mm.) |
Weight | 1.1 lb. (526 g.) | 1.1 lb. (526 g.) |
Connectors | ||
Keyboard | 2 x 6-pin mini-DIN female | 2 x 6-pin mini-DIN female |
Mouse | 2 x 6-pin mini-DIN female | 2 x 6-pin mini-DIN female |
Monitor | 2 x 15-pin high-density D-type female | 2 x 15-pin high-density D-type female |
Serial | 1 X 9 pin D type female | 1 X 9 pin D type male |
CATx cable | 1 x RJ45 | 1 x RJ45 |
Optional Power Adapter | 2.5mm DC jack (only required for video only applications) | 2.5mm DC jack |
Video Resolutions | ||
1600 x 1280 | up to 100 meters/330 feet | |
1024 x 768 | up to 200 meters/650 feet | |
Environmental | ||
Temperature Tolerance | 0-40°C (32 to 104°F) | |
Humidity Tolerance | 5 to 60% non condensing | |
Power | ||
Operating Voltage | 100-240VAC | |
Power Frequency | 50-60Hz | |
Usage | 5VDC at 500mA | |
Extension | ||
Distance | Up to 200 meters / 650 feet using CATx cable (x=5,5e,6,7) | |
Technology | Differential analogue signaling for video signals, differential digital signaling for PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, RS232. Signals are multiplexed so that only one CATx cable is required | |
Compatibility | ||
Computer/KVM switch | Compatible with desktop, rack mount and laptop PCs with PS/2 keyboard and mouse connections | |
Operating system | Compatible with all major operating systems including DOS; OS/2; UNIX; MS Windows 9x, NT, 2000, XP;NetWare and RS6000 | |
Keyboard | Supports PS/2 style keyboards with 6-pin mini-DIN connectors | |
Mouse | Supports a wide range of PS/2 style 2 button, 3 button, wheel, IntelliMouse (3 button with wheel), IntelliMouse Explorer (5 button with wheel) and other mice that support the Microsoft mouse signalling protocols | |
RS232 | 'Transparent' serial port operation ensures wide device compatibility without the need to configure baud rates or protocols on the AdderLink to match your equipment | |
Approvals | FCC class A, CE marked |