ADDERLink X50 Manual

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Dual user configuration
You can combine two Adder X50 extender sets to create a dual 
user configuration. Such an installation would allow a single 
computer to be controlled from two different positions, with each 
position receiving the same audio visual output and having equal 
and concurrent control over the computer. Arbitration between the 
two positions is handled by the computer’s USB system and so this 
arrangement is better...

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Video display (DDC) information
The Display Data Channel (or DDC) is an industry standard scheme which\
 allows 
video monitors to declare their capabilities to the computer’s video \
adapter 
circuitry, allowing the latter to optimise their outputs accordingly. Si\
nce the 
widespread adoption of the scheme, video adapters have become increasing\
ly 
dependent on receiving relevant DDC information during startup, before t\
hey 
will...

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Video sharpness adjustment
The Adder X50 remote module includes a straightforward video adjustment \
to 
control picture sharpness on the remote monitor. 
To adjust video sharpness
1 On the computer, display a suitable 
high contrast image (see right).
2 Insert a small flat-bladed 
screwdriver into the SHARPNESS 
adjustment hole so that it engages 
with the slot in the rotary dial.
3 Turn the rotary dial fully 
clockwise - you should see...

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Operation
General use
In use, the X50 modules should be transparent - the system and its perip\
herals 
should operate exactly as normal, the only difference being that they ar\
e now up 
to 50 metres apart. 
In some installations, you may see some ‘shadows’ to the right of \
high contrast 
screen characters. This can be caused by an incorrectly selected sharpness setting 
and it may be necessary to make adjustments to correct this....

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Further information
Troubleshooting
Status indicators
The green and yellow indicators built into the link connectors on each m\
odule 
provide useful feedback regarding the connection and power status:
During startup (of the local module)
•	 One	very	short	yellow	flash:	no	valid	DDC	information	available	from	
a locally connected video monitor, no changes made to stored DDC 
information.
•	 Single	yellow	flash:	DDC	information	being	read...

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Warranty
Adder Technology Ltd warrants that this product shall be free from defects in 
workmanship and materials for a period of two years from the date of ori\
ginal 
purchase. If the product should fail to operate correctly in normal use \
during the 
warranty period, Adder will replace or repair it free of charge. No liab\
ility can be 
accepted for damage due to misuse or circumstances outside Adder’s co\
ntrol. 
Also Adder will not...

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Radio Frequency Energy
A Category 5 (or better) twisted pair cable must be used to connect th\
e units in 
order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regula\
tions 
and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturba\
nces.
All other interface cables used with this equipment must be shielded in \
order 
to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations \
and 
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Part	No.	MAN-X50_X50-MS2	•	Release	1.1d
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