ADDERLink X50 Manual

							AdderLink X50 USB
User Guide
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Welcome
Introduction ........................................................................\
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Supplied items ........................................................................\
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Optional items ........................................................................\
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Installation
Connections ........................................................................\
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Mounting ........................................................................\
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Connections at the local module ...........................................6
Local module power ..........................................................7
Connections at the remote module .......................................8
Dual user configuration .......................................................10
Video display (DDC) information .........................................11
Video sharpness adjustment ................................................12
Operation
General use ........................................................................\
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Dual user arbitration .................................................................13
Peripheral operation .................................................................13
Further information
Getting assistance ......................................................................14
Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
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Warranty ........................................................................\
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Safety information ....................................................................15
Radio Frequency Energy............................................................16
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Welcome
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Adder X50 USB 
extenders which provide a very effective way to put 
distance between your computer and its peripherals. 
The compact casings and ease of use of the Adder 
X50 modules belie the ingenuity of their operation. 
Using our proprietary transmission techniques we 
are able to reliably transfer more signals than ever 
before along a single length of Category 5, 5e or 
6 twisted pair cabling. What this means for you is 
that your video, audio, USB keyboard, USB mouse 
and two other USB channels are all readily and 
reliably available at up to 50 metres away.
Using the Adder X50 extenders does not mean 
that you need to compromise on functionality in 
any way. Our highly efficient transmission methods 
mean that high video resolutions of up to 1920 
x 1440 are supported together with CD quality 
digital sound that produces no crackles - even 
in the quietest interludes. The USB connections 
are seamless and thanks to our unique ‘Bi-tripos’ 
circuitry, four full speed USB 2.0 devices can 
be used simultaneously with full support for 
disconnect/re-connect at any time without causing 
errors.       
The Adder X50 extenders have been designed to be 
quick to install and totally transparent in operation. 
All connectors are industry standard and the video 
sharpness adjustments are made using a simple 
rotary dial. 
Where dual screens are required, an MS2 variant 
provides double video channels in addition to full 
support for an RS232 serial device. So whether you 
are extending your workplace or creating a cost- 
effective distributed audio visual system, the X50 
extenders provide the power and flexibility to create 
the right solution.   
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* Secondary video, RS232 serial and a second link cable are available onl\
y with the X50 MS2 variant 
PC
AUDIO
VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1
RS232 SERIAL USBUpto50 metr es
separation
USB
device USB
device Serial
device
CA Tx link cable(s)
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Supplied items
LO CA L
AD DER
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PO WE R
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X50 local module
Power adapter and country- specific power lead (for remote module)
R EM O
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A D DER
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PO WER
SHARPNESS
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TO LOCA L
ON
X50 remote module
X50 MS2  local moduleX50 MS2remote module
USB (A to B type) lead
Audio lead(3.5mm jacks)
Video lead(15 way, male to male)
RS232 serial lead(9 way male to female)
CD-ROM
Video lead(15 way, male to male)
X50 MS2 variant extender modulesThe MS2 variant package includes all of the above ancillary items plus: \
Self adhesive feet
X50 standard extender modules  
						

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Optional items
Power adapter and country- specific power lead for local module (if USB powering not possible)
Part number: PSU-IEC-5VDC-2.5A
Rack mount plate for X50 standard module (useable for the local or remote modules)
Part number: X-RMK-FASCIA
Rack mount plate for X50 MS2 module (useable for the local or remote modules)
Part number: X-RMK-FASCIA-DUAL
Rack mount chassis
Part number: X-RMK-CHASSIS  
						

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Connections
Installation of the X50 modules is straightforward with minimal config\
uration 
requirements in most cases. 
•	Connections at the local module
•	Connections at the remote module
Important
Do not attach a USB hub to the X50 remote, nor plug the X50 local module\
 into 
another USB hub. To do so will reduce the maximum cable length over whic\
h the 
system will extend USB; also, some USB hubs may not provide enough power\
 to 
operate the local unit.
Do not use USB cables that are longer than 3 metres to connect the local\
 module 
to the computer or to connect the remote module to the USB peripherals. \
 
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Mounting
The X50 modules offer two main mounting methods:
•	Supplied	four	self-adhesive	rubber	feet
•	Rack	mount	brackets	-	see	below   
						

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To speaker  output port
To USB port
To primary video  output port
Connections at the local module
1 Where possible ensure that power is disconnected from the computer 
system to be connected. 
4 Optionally connect a local video 
monitor to the video out feed- 
through connector on the local 
module.
3 Optionally connect local speakers 
to the audio output connector 
on the local module.
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To local monitor
2  Attach the video, USB (see the 
Important note on page 5) and 
(optionally) audio connections 
from the computer system to 
the relevant sockets on the 
local module. 
 [MS2 variant only] Optionally 
attach a second video input 
from the computer system to 
the upper video in socket on 
the MS2 local module.
Note: The MS2 
variant has its primary 
video, USB and audio 
connectors arranged 
in a similar manner to 
the single unit (shown 
above). 
To secondary video  output port
To  secondary  local monitor
 [MS2 variant only] Optionally 
attach a second video monitor 
to the upper video out socket 
on the MS2 local module.
Note: Do not use a USB cable that is longer than 3 metres to connect the\
 local 
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Local module power
In the majority of installations, the local module will derive all of it\
s power 
successfully from the USB link with the computer system. However, if insufficient 
voltage is available from the computer system, the green indicator 
adjacent to the link connector will flash. If this occurs (or if you \
do 
not intend to use the USB connection with the computer) you will 
need to purchase and use a power supply identical to the one used 
for the remote module (part number: PSU-IEC-5VDC-2.5A) from 
your Adder stockist. 
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Link to remote module
6  [MS2 variant only] Optionally 
attach a serial connection lead 
to the female connector on the 
MS2 local module and attach 
the other end to a vacant serial 
port on your computer.
5 Attach the connector of the 
category 5, 5e or 6 link cable (up 
to 50 metres in length) to the 
‘TO REMOTE’ socket on the local 
module (labelled ‘LINK 1’ on MS2 
variants).
 [MS2 variant only] Attach 
the connector of a second 
category 5, 5e or 6 link cable 
(up to 50 metres in length) to 
the ‘LINK 2’ socket on the MS2 
local module.
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To computer serial port 
To optional power supply
Low power indicator1  If external power input is 
necessary, attach the output 
connector of the optional power 
supply to the ‘POWER’ socket of 
the local module.
2 Attach the IEC power lead 
to the power supply body 
and insert the mains plug 
of the lead to a nearby 
power outlet. 
Note: If a power adapter is 
plugged into the module 
but not switched on, it 
will prevent the unit from 
deriving power from the 
USB connection.       
						

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Connections at the remote module
1 Place the remote module adjacent to the user location. 3 Attach the leads of up to four 
USB devices (two of which are 
usually a keyboard and mouse) 
to the sockets located adjacent 
to the video output connector.
To video monitor
4 [MS2 variant only] Optionally attach 
a serial device lead to the male 
serial connector on the remote 
module.  
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2 Attach the lead from the video 
monitor to the video out socket 
on the remote module.
 [MS2 variant only] Optionally 
attach the lead from a second 
video monitor to the upper video 
out socket on the MS2 remote 
module.
To secondary video monitor
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To USB devices, e.g. keyboard, mouse, etc.
To RS232  serial device
See the Important note on page 5
 [MS2 variant only] Note: When connecting four USB devices to the unit, 
ensure that their total power requirements do not exceed 1700mA (1.7A)\
. 
The USB standard states a maximum allowable current draw of 500mA 
(0.5A) per device, although most devices remain well below this limit \
- USB 
keyboards and mice typically require 100mA. Each X50 contains a self-
resetting fuse that will prevent damage by shutting down the unit if the\
 
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5 Optionally attach the lead from 
your stereo speakers to the audio 
output socket on the remote 
module. 
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6 Attach the connector of the 
category 5, 5e or 6 link cable 
(up to 50 metres in length) to 
the ‘TO LOCAL’ socket on the 
remote module (labelled ‘LINK 
1’ on MS2 variants).POWER
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 [MS2 variant only] Attach the 
connector of a second category 
5, 5e or 6 link cable (up to 50 
metres in length) to the ‘LINK 
2’ socket on the MS2 remote 
module.
7 attach the output connector 
of the power supply to the 
‘POWER’ socket of the remote 
module.
To speakers
Link to remote module
Secondary link to remote module
PO WE R
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TO LOCAL
ON
To power supply
8 Attach the IEC power lead to the power supply body and insert the mains \
plug of the lead to a nearby power outlet. 
To mains outlet