ADDERLink INFINITY dual 2112T Manual v30 2112T
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INSTALLATION 1 CONFIGURATION OPERATION FURTHERINFORMATION INDEX Introduction Welcome ................................................................................................................2 ALIF features .........................................................................................................3 AdderLink dual 2112T unit features ................................................................5 Supplied items .......................................................................................................6 Optional extras .....................................................................................................7 Installation Mounting ................................................................................................................8 Connections ..........................................................................................................9 VNC network link ........................................................................................10 Video link .......................................................................................................11 Audio links .....................................................................................................12 USB link ..........................................................................................................12 AUX port .......................................................................................................13 Power in .........................................................................................................13 High speed links ............................................................................................14 Configuration System and Teaming ports: Initial configuration ...........................................16 Manual factory reset ....................................................................................16 AdderLink Infinity browser-based configuration utility .......................17 A rough guide to configuring TX and RX units .....................................18 TX (transmitter) unit configuration ...................................................18 RX (receiver) unit configuration .........................................................19 Performing an upgrade ......................................................................................21 Options switches ................................................................................................21 Operation Front panel indicators .......................................................................................22 Using the VNC viewer.......................................................................................23 Further information Getting assistance ..............................................................................................24 Appendix A - Transmitter (TX) unit configuration pages ..........................25 Appendix B - The VNC port: Initial configuration .......................................32 Appendix C - Tips for success when networking ALIF units ....................40 Appendix D - Troubleshooting ........................................................................42 Appendix E - Glossary ......................................................................................44 Appendix F - Configuration menus (via VNC) ............................................47 Appendix G - VNC viewer connection options ..........................................59 Appendix H - VNC viewer window options ................................................62 Appendix I - Java viewer options ....................................................................63 Appendix J - The KVMADMIN utility ............................................................64 Appendix K - Known working video modes ...............................................65 Appendix L - Hotkey sequences .....................................................................66 Appendix M - Cable pinouts, video modes and general specifications ..67 Appendix N - Fiber modules and cables .......................................................68 Warranty ..............................................................................................................69 Safety information ..............................................................................................69 Radio frequency energy ....................................................................................70 Index Contents
INSTALLATION 2 CONFIGURATION OPERATION FURTHERINFORMATION INDEX Introduction WELCOME Thank you for choosing the AdderLink Infinity dual 2112T transmitter, otherwise known as ALIF 2112T. ALIF 2112T represents a major advance in the capabilities of digital extenders and switches. By encoding high quality DVI video, digital audio and USB connections into Internet Protocol (IP) messages, ALIF dual offers very flexible signal switching and distribution capabilities. Adder’s extensive knowledge of interfacing techniques and high speed networking has allowed us to develop new ways to break the chains of local DVI, USB and audio connections. With ALIF dual, distance is finally no barrier to high specification, high performance computing. Furthermore, since all signals are now IP, the most elaborate and yet simple-to-use switching and multicast techniques make possible a great variety of uses. In concert with a suitable ALIF receiver unit, the ALIF 2112T transmitter supports either two single link DVI video streams or one dual link (very high resolution) DVI video stream. This is in addition to a microphone, speakers and multiple USB peripherals. The distance between them is limited only by the size of your network. ALIF 2112T provides a choice of link connections. Each unit supports both copper-based Gigabit Ethernet cabling as well as Fiber Channel over Ethernet (FCoE). These can be used in parallel to provide up to 2 Gigabit connection speeds with the added benefit of link redundancy that can maintain operation in the event of a failed connection. Additionally, the ALIF 2112T has an in-built VNC server which allows it to stream low- bandwidth versions of its high-resolution output (via a dedicated Ethernet port on the front panel) so that it may be accessed remotely, via a VNC viewer, through any standard network. Mixing ALIF and ALIF dual units ALIF 2112T transmitters are complimentary to the standard AdderLink Infinity (1000 series) models which do not support dual DVI channels or fiber optic linking. It is possible to mix ALIF, ALIF dual and ALIF 2112T units on a network. However, whenever the two types are cross connected, the extra abilities of the ALIF dual/ALIF 2112T units will be temporarily disabled. ALIF and A.I.M. Where multiple ALIF units are used on a network, we have developed the AdderLink Infinity Management (A.I.M.) server to allow comprehensive and secure central control of all transmitters, receivers and users. When using an A.I.M. server to configure ALIF units, it is vital that all ALIF units that you wish to locate and control are set to their factory default settings. Otherwise they will not be located by the A.I.M. server. If necessary, perform a factory reset on each ALIF unit. One-to-one configurationThe simplest configuration links one RX unit to a single TX unit, either by a direct link or over much greater distances via a high speed network. In both cases, Gigabit cable linking and/or fiber can be used. When both are deployed, connection speeds of up to 2 Gigabits are possible. www.adder .com AdderLinkADM ADM USR USRUNC UNCETH1 ETH1 ETH2 ETH2 PWR PWR MANAGEMENT SERVER One-to-many configurationUsing multicast techniques, an unlimited number of receivers* can receive video and audio data streams from a single TX unit. * A maximum of thirteen concurrent USB inputs (via multiple RX units) are permitted to a single TX unit. Please also see Appendix C - Tips for success when networking ALIF units Low bandwidth VNC connectionUp to sixteen remote users can log in via standard networks to view the output from the ALIF 2112T.
INSTALLATION 3 CONFIGURATION OPERATION FURTHERINFORMATION INDEX ALIF FEATURES AFZ lossless codec The AFZ compression scheme is primarily focused on improving the performance for “natural” images (i.e. photographs and movies) and is automatically selected whenever there is a benefit to do so. The AFZ codec is lossless and is very low latency (a small fraction of a frame delay). It generally achieves 50% improvement (in compression) over the RLE scheme for any areas of the screen that consist of images, gradients, shadows etc., elements commonly found in modern desktop environments. To maintain compatibility with non AFZ -enabled transmitters and receivers there is an automatic switching method which will revert back to RLE compression when an ALIF (1000) receiver is connected. Magic Eye (anti-dither support added) The Magic Eye feature increases performance and reduces network traffic when ALIF units are used with Apple Macs and other host computers that have dithered video output. It also improves performance if the video source is noisy (e.g. from a VGA-to-DVI converter). Dithering is a technique used by some graphics cards to improve perceived image quality by continuously varying the color of each pixel slightly. This gives the illusion of more shades of color than the display can really reproduce, and smooths the appearance of gradually shaded areas in images. Unfortunately dithering is an issue for KVM extenders such as ALIF because it makes the image appear to be changing all the time even when it is static, thus creating much more network data than can be carried by a Gigabit Ethernet. The result is a reduction in video frame rate, which the user sees as slow mouse response. Magic Eye works by ignoring small variations in the video from frame to frame. It is enabled by default as it is not obvious to the user that his poor mouse behaviour is caused by dithering. In most cases Magic Eye is invisible, but it can produce slight color inaccuracies on the monitor. For full color accuracy, Magic Eye can be disabled for video sources which are not dithered or noisy. Transport Layer Security (TLS) ALIF units support the industry standard Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocol. This offers protection against eavesdropping and tampering by third parties when data are transferred between ALIF transmitters and receivers across networks (and also between ALIF units and AIM servers). New feature: AFZ+ codec AFZ+ compliments the existing AFZ codec by providing greater compression for increased speed where pixel perfect results are not the primary focus. The transmitter video configuration page allows you to choose the required compression mode. Choices are: • ‘Pixel perfect’ - only uses pixel perfect AFZ, • ‘Adaptive’ - guarantees frame rate, builds to pixel perfect, • ‘Smoothest video’ - forces the maximum compression, or • ‘Advanced’ - allows you to choose the mode: • ‘AFZ only (pixel perfect), • ‘AFZ+ Minimum compression’, • ‘AFZ+ Middle compression’, or • ‘AFZ+ Maximum compression’.
INSTALLATION 4 CONFIGURATION OPERATION FURTHERINFORMATION INDEX Teaming operation The System and Teaming ports of ALIF units can be used in parallel to produce two important benefits: • Improved connection speeds up to 2 Gigabits per second, and • Important link redundancy that can maintain operation in the event of a failed connection. Teaming offers immediate speed improvements in a one-to-one arrangement... ...and also in multicast installations:
INSTALLATION 5 CONFIGURATION OPERATION FURTHERINFORMATION INDEX Options switches(further details) ADDERLINK DUAL 2112T UNIT FEATURES The ALIF 2112T units are housed within durable, metallic enclosures with most connectors situated at the rear panel - the Ethernet ports are situated on the front panels. The smart front faces also feature the operation indicators. Front System (Gigabit Ethernet) portIndicators These six indicators clearly show the key aspects of operation: • VNC On when a valid network is present on either the teaming or system port. Flashes to indicate that a VNC connection is present. • SER On when the AUX (serial) port is enabled and active. • AUD On when audio is enabled and active. • USB On when USB is enabled and active. • DV I On when either or both DVI Video channels are enabled. • PWR Power indicator. AU X COMPUTER ON2 1 INDOOR USE ONL YOPTIONS 12 DV I-D-1 5V 2.5A DVI-D-2 INOUT Rear Primary video input Audio line in/out AUX (serial) port USB portPow e r inputSecondary video input Teaming portVNC port
INSTALLATION 6 CONFIGURATION OPERATION FURTHERINFORMATION INDEX ALIF 2112T transmitter unit Combined DVI-D and USB cable (1.8m) Power adapter (20W) and country-specific power cord SUPPLIED ITEMS 2 x Audio cable 2m (3.5mm stereo jacks) Serial null modem cable 2m Information wallet containing: Four self-adhesive rubber feetQuick start guideSafety document Single link DVI-D to DVI-D video cable
INSTALLATION 7 CONFIGURATION OPERATION FURTHERINFORMATION INDEX OPTIONAL EXTRAS Combined dual link DVI-D and USB (USB type A to B) cablePart numbers: VSCD3 (1.8m length) VSCD4 (5m length) Two 19” rack-mount brackets and four screwsPart numbers: One unit per 1U rack slot: RMK4STwo units per 1U rack slot: RMK4DSingle link DVI-D to DVI-D video cable Part number: VSCD1 Audio cable 2m (3.5mm stereo jacks)Part number: VSC22 Serial null modem cable 2m Part number: CAB-9F/9F-NULL-MODEM USB cable 2m (type A to B)Part number: VSC24 Power adapter (20W) and country-specific power leadPart number: PSU-IEC-5VDC-4AMP Single mode fiber SFP modulePart number: SFP-SM-LC Multi mode fiber SFP modulePart number: SFP-MM-LC Please refer to the table in Appendix M for information about fiber modules and cables. Active copper SFP modulePart number: SFP-CATX-RJ45
8 INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION OPERATION FURTHERINFORMATION INDEX AUX LINE IN/ LINE OUT SER CONSOLE MIC IN1 2 INDOOR USE ON LY O PTIO NS LINE IN/ LINE O D VI-D 1 2 USER CO 5V2.5A M IC IN MOUNTING There are two main mounting methods for transmitter and receiver units: • The supplied four self-adhesive rubber feet • Optional rack brackets Connections Rack brackets The optional brackets (plus four screws), allow the units to be secured within a standard rack slot. Note: The ALIF 2112T and its power supply generate heat when in operation and will become warm to the touch. Do not enclose them or place them in locations where air cannot circulate to cool the equipment. Do not operate the equipment in ambient temperatures exceeding 40oC. Do not place the products in contact with equipment whose surface temperature exceeds 40oC . Installation HT
9 INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION OPERATION FURTHERINFORMATION INDEX CONNECTIONS Installation involves linking the ALIF 2112T unit to various ports on the host computer, while an ALIF RX unit is attached to your peripherals: Click a connection to see details IMPORTANT: When using an AdderLink Infinity Management box to configure ALIF units, it is vital that all ALIF units that you wish to locate and control are set to their factory default settings. Otherwise they will not be located by the A.I.M. server. If necessary, perform a factory reset on each ALIF unit. Please also see Appendix C - Tips for success when networking ALIF units