Dual Link DVI Twisted Pair Extender with EDID Minder®

OVERVIEW

Key Features
* Transmits dual link DVI-D and control signals over CATx cables
* Sends 2560x1600 signals over 100 feet (30 meters) with shielded CATx cable
* Extron strongly recommends using individually shielded twisted pair cabling for optimal performance
* Extron STP201 Digital Twisted Pair cable provides added protection from outside interference and increases overall signal transmission distance
* EDID Minder® automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices
* Automatic input cable equalization

DESCRIPTION

The Extron DVI DL 201 is a transmitter and receiver set that enables dual link or single link DVI signals to be carried over distances significantly beyond the capability of standard dual link DVI cables. Linked together using three economical and integration friendly CATx, or Extron STP201 cables, the DVI DL 201 transmitter and receiver work together to send dual link or single link DVI-D signals up to 200 feet (60 meters). The DVI DL 201 set features EDID Minder®, automatic input equalization, and a buffered DVI loop-through output to support a local monitor for simplified PC integration.

Supporting resolutions up to 2560x1600, the DVI DL 201 is ideal for installations that require long distance digital video transmission and reliable presentation of high resolution graphics, including training, simulation, visualization, and command and control environments in medical, university, government, and other applications.

The DVI DL 201 features EDID Minder, which automatically manages EDID - Extended Display Identification Data communication between the input source and the display, ensuring the source powers up properly and reliably delivers content to the display. The DVI DL 201 offers an ideal means for extending digital video, multi-channel audio, and control signals from DVI or HDMI-equipped devices. The HDCP-compliant DVI DL 201 enables the long distance transmission of HDTV signals with HDCP for copy protection of digital television broadcasts and high resolution digital video output from DTV tuners, DVRs, and Blu-ray Disc players. The DVI DL 201 is fully compatible with HDMI signals when used with the appropriate adapters from Extron.

Several features facilitate convenient, streamlined system integration. Automatic input equalization reduces the need for additional signal conditioning equipment by compensating for signal loss when using long input cable assemblies. The DVI DL 201 transmitter includes a DVI loop-through to support monitoring on a local display device. RS-232 or IR signals from a control system can also be transmitted over the same cabling as the DVI signals, providing remote control of a projector or flat-panel display. Furthermore, either the transmitter or receiver can be remotely powered over this cabling, so that external power is necessary for only one of the devices.

The DVI DL 201 can be used with shielded CATx cables to extend 2560x1600 dual link signals up to 100 feet (30 meters). However, when used with Extron STP201 Shielded Digital Twisted Pair Cable, the 2560x1600 dual link signals can be extended up to 150 feet (45 meters). Extron STP201 cables are specially designed for superior digital signal transmission performance, featuring an S/FTP design with individually foil wrapped conductor pairs and overall braided shield for noise immunity and low crosstalk.

The DVI DL 201 transmitter is housed in a 1U, half rack width enclosure, while the DVI DL 201 receiver is housed in a 1" (2.5 cm) high, quarter rack width metal enclosure allowing for a discreet, concealed installation. Both devices are also available separately.

Features
* Transmits dual link DVI-D and control signals over CATx cables — Standard UTP/STP cables provide an economical, easily installed cable solution.
* Inputs: Dual link DVI-D connector, captive screw connector - DVI DL 201 Tx
* Outputs: Dual link DVI-D connector, captive screw connector - DVI DL 201 Rx, local DVI-D output - DVI DL 201 Tx
* Sends 2560x1600 signals over 100 feet (30 meters) with shielded CATx cable — Extron STP201 Shielded Digital Twisted Pair Cable allows 1080p/60 and 2560x1600 signals to be sent 50% further than with shielded CATx cable.
* Extron strongly recommends using individually shielded twisted pair cabling for optimal performance
* Extron STP201 Digital Twisted Pair cable provides added protection from outside interference and increases overall signal transmission distance
* EDID Minder® automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices — EDID Minder ensures that all sources power up properly and reliably output content for display.
* Automatic input cable equalization — Actively conditions incoming DVI signals to compensate for signal loss when using long DVI cables, low quality DVI cables, and source devices with poor DVI signal output.
* DVI input loop-through — The DVI DL 201 transmitter features a DVI-D output for connection to a local monitor.
* Supports EDID and HDCP transmission — DDC channels are actively buffered, allowing pass-through of EDID and HDCP information to either the local or remote display.
* DDC routing to local or remote display
* Bidirectional RS-232/IR pass-through — Bidirectional RS-232 control or IR signals can be transmitted alongside the video signal, so that the remote display can be controlled without the need for additional cabling.
* Remote powering of receiver — Only one power supply is necessary to power both devices.
* LED indicator for signal presence and power
* Fully supports HDMI signals when used with optional Extron HDMI-DVI adapters — Supports HDMI embedded audio and CEC - Consumer Electronics Control signal transmission.
* 1U, half rack width metal enclosure - DVI DL 201 Tx, 1" (2.5 cm) high, quarter rack width metal enclosure - DVI DL 201 Rx — With a low profile enclosure, the DVI DL 201 receiver can be discreetly installed above a projector or behind a flat-panel display.
* Highly reliable, energy-efficient external universal power supply included with Tx models and Tx/Rx sets, replacement part #70-775-01 — Provides worldwide power compatibility, with high demonstrated reliability and low power consumption for reduced operating costs.

Note: The DVI DL 201 is not compatible with Extron Skew-Free™ twisted pair cable.

SPECIFICATIONS