ADDERLink XD150 Manual

							AdderLink XD150
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Introduction
Welcome ................................................................................................................2
AdderLink XD150 features ................................................................................3
Tips for achieving good quality links ................................................................4
Supplied items  .......................................................................................................5
Optional extras .....................................................................................................6
Installation
Locations ................................................................................................................7
Connections ..........................................................................................................8
Local video connection .................................................................................8
Local USB connection ...................................................................................8
Local audio connection .................................................................................9
Local serial port connection ........................................................................9
Local data link connection............................................................................9
Local power connection .............................................................................10
Remote video connection ..........................................................................11
EDID management ........................................................................\
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Remote USB connections ..........................................................................11
Remote audio connection  ..........................................................................12
Remote serial port connection .................................................................12
Remote data link connection.....................................................................12
Remote power connection ........................................................................13
Configuration
Mode switch settings .........................................................................................14
Firmware upgrades  ............................................................................................15
Operation
Indicators  .............................................................................................................16
Further information
Getting assistance ..............................................................................................17
Appendix 1 - Options port pin-out ...............................................................18
Appendix 2 - Link cable interference protection ........................................19
Warranty ..............................................................................................................20
Safety information ..............................................................................................20
Radio frequency energy ....................................................................................21
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Introduction
WELCOME
Thank you for choosing the AdderLink XD150 extender modules. These compact 
modules allow you to transfer the following connections up to 150 meters from your 
computer via a single link cable:
•	High quality single link DVI digital video, 
•	USB keyboard and mouse plus two other USB devices (up to version 2.0),
•	An RS232 serial device at speeds up to 115200 baud, 
•	Stereo speakers. 
Thanks to our long involvement and investment in extender 
technology we have succeeded in overcoming the 
numerous problems associated with extending high 
speed signals. 
The AdderLink XD150 extender modules 
are totally transparent in operation, leaving 
you free to use your computer as 
though you’re still sitting next to it.
Higher rate or longer reach?
The AdderLink XD150 extenders provide two operational modes so that you can 
choose your priority: To support a higher resolution display (up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz) 
or to cover a greater distance (up to 150 meters). A simple switch setting on the 
local module determines the required mode. When the high rate mode is enabled, the 
XD150 system will continually monitor the data link to ensure that image quality is 
being	maintained.	If	the	data	link	is	not	sufficient, 	the	local	module	will	automatically	fall	
back to long reach mode. 
See also:
•	Tips for achieving good quality links
•	Mode switch settings  
						

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ADDERLINK XD150 FEATURES
The local and remote modules are contained within slimline metal casings that measure 
just 169 x 116 x 31mm.
CATx link to remote moduleDo not connect to network devices of any kind. See Local data link connection for further details.
Recessed reset button
Status indicatorsThese provide visual	confirmation	of various system functions. See Indicators for further details. 
Power inputSee Local power connection for further details.
Mode switchesThese allow you to determine	specific	behaviors. See Mode switch settings for further details.
Upgrade portUsed	for	firmware	upgrades to both modules. See Firmware upgrades for further details.
Options portUsed for RS232 serial devices. See Local serial port connection for further details.
Video portConnects to the DVI-D video output port of your computer. See Local video connection for further details.
USB portConnects to a USB port on your computer. See Local USB connection for further details.
Audio portConnects to the speaker/audio output port of your computer. See Local audio connection for further details.
Local module
USB portsConnect your USB keyboard, mouse and other devices. See Remote USB connections for further details.
Status indicatorsThese provide visual	confirmation	of various system functions. See Indicators for further details. 
Power inputSee Remote power connection for further details.
USB portsConnect your USB keyboard, mouse and other devices. See Remote USB connections for further details.
Options portUsed for RS232 serial devices. See Remote serial port connection for further details.
Video portConnects to your DVI-D video display. See Remote video connection for further details.
Audio portConnects to your speakers. See Remote audio connection for further details.
CATx link to local moduleDo not connect to network devices of any kind. See Remote data link connection for further details.
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TIPS FOR ACHIEVING GOOD QUALITY LINKS
Due to the large volumes of data that must be transferred between the local and remote 
modules, every AdderLink XD150 installation is highly dependent upon good quality 
CATx cable links. Video performance is particularly reliant on high speed communication 
channels. For this reason, the AdderLink XD150 units test the link quality to determine 
which of two transfer modes can be supported: High rate or Long reach. 
The main factors that affect link quality are:
•	The length and type of CATx cable used,
•	The number, length and type of intermediate patch connections,
•	The quality of the cable terminations.
Patch cables
As mentioned above, patch links affect performance. For each additional break/patch 
within a run, you will need to reduce the distance given above by roughly 5 meters.
For best results, patch cables should be of type CAT 7a and be less than 2 meters in 
length. If patch cables are greater than 2 meters, then they must be CAT 7a.
Adder recommend the following CAT 7 shielded, foiled, twisted pair cables:
•	Flexible patch cable  Daetwyler 7702 (26AWG S/FTP)
•	Bulk cable     Daetwyler 7120 (23AWG S/FTP) 
Long reach mode •	 CAT7a,	CAT6a	or	 CAT5e	solid	core	bulk	cable•	 24AWG	(Ø	0.5106mm)	or	thicker	cores	•	 U/UTP,	F/UTP	or	better	screening•	 Maximum	of	two	CAT7a	patch	connections
Please see Appendix 2 - Link cable interference protection 
for details about cable screening and shielding. 
High rate mode •	 CAT7a	solid	core	bulk	cable•	 23AWG	(Ø	0.574mm)	or	thicker	cores	•	 S/FTP,	S/STP	or	PiMF	screening•	 Maximum	of	two	CAT7a	patch	connections  
						

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SUPPLIED ITEMS
Information wallet containing:
Eight self-adhesive rubber feetSafety document
AdderLink XD150 local module2 x Power adapter with locking connector and country-specific power cord
AdderLink XD150 remote module
Video cable DVI-D to DVI-D USB cable 2m (type A to B)  
						

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OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Audio cable 2m (3.5mm stereo jacks)Part  number: VSC22USB cable 2m (type A to B)Part  number: VSC24
Replacement power adapter  with locking connectorPart number: PSU-IEC-12VDC-1.5A
Country-specific power cords CAB-IEC-AUS (Australia) CAB-IEC-EURO (Central Europe) CAB-IEC-UK (United Kingdom) CAB-IEC-USA (United States) CAB-IEC-JAPAN (Japan)
Serial cable 2m Part  number: VSC40 
Dual XD150 rack mount bracket  plus four retaining clamps and boltsPart number: RMK8
Single link DVI-D to DVI-D video cable Part  number: VSCD1  
						

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Installation
LOCATIONS
Please consider the following important points when planning the position of the 
AdderLink XD150 modules:
•	Situate the local module close to the system to which it will be connect\
ed and near 
to a source of mains power. Place the remote module in similar close proximity to the 
peripherals that it will connect with, plus a source of mains power.    
•	Consult the precautions listed within the Safety information section.
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CONNECTIONS
Connections do not need to be carried out in the order given within this guide, however, 
where possible connect the power in	as	a	final	step.	The	local	module	connects	to	your	
computer while the remote module links with your peripherals. 
Local video connection
When operating in High Rate mode, AdderLink XD150 can support one Single Link DVI 
video display at pixel clocks up to 165MHz (equivalent to a maximum resolution of 1920 
x 1200 at 60Hz - aka ‘WUXGA’). If the Long Reach mode is selected, pixel clocks up to 
148.5MHz (equivalent to a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080 at 60Hz - aka ‘1080P’) 
are supported. This allows greater separation between the local and remote modules to 
be achieved. Please see the section Mode switch settings for details.  
To connect the video port
1 Connect the supplied digital video link cable 
between the DVI-D socket on the local 
module rear panel and the DVI-D video output 
socket of your host computer.  
From video output socket on your host computer
Local USB connection
If USB connectivity is required, then a single USB connection is necessary between the 
local module and your computer; the AdderLink XD150 remote module acts as a USB 
2.0 hub and thus provides four sockets for your peripherals.
To connect the USB port
1 Connect the supplied USB cable between the USB 
port on the local module rear panel and a vacant 
USB socket on your host computer. 
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Local audio connection
The AdderLink XD150 modules support stereo speakers. A connection to the audio 
output port of the host computer is required at the local module.
To connect the audio port
1 Connect an audio link cable (Adder 
part number: VSC22) between the 
audio socket on the local module rear 
panel and the speaker/audio output 
socket of your host computer.
From audio output on your computer
Local data link connection
The local and remote modules require a direct connection between them using standard 
CATx cables and connectors. This is a proprietary data link and is NOT network 
compatible; the modules must NEVER be connected to any networking equipment, such 
as switches and routers. 
When operating in High Rate mode, AdderLink XD150 can support cable distances up 
to 100 meters. If the Long Reach mode is selected, the separation between the local and 
remote modules can be increased to 150 meters. Best results will be gained when single 
lengths of CAT7 cable are used without the need for patch cables.
To connect the data link cable
1 Connect the CATx cable from 
the remote module to the 
LINK port on the front panel of 
the local module.
From  AdderLink XD150 remote module
Local serial port connection
The Options port provides an RS232 serial connection with the remote module. When 
serial devices are attached to the Options ports on the local and remote modules, the 
units transparently convey the signals between them, via the CATx link, at rates up to 
115200	baud	-	no	serial	configuration	is	required.	An	optional	serial	cable	(part	number: 	
VSC40) is available from Adder.     
To connect the serial port
1 Use the optional serial cable (VSC40) to 
link the Options port on the rear panel 
of the local module with a vacant RS232 
serial port on your host computer. 
Please see Appendix 1 for pin-out details of the Options port.
From the serial port of your host computer
This is NOT an ethernet/network 
port and must NEVER be connected 
to any networking equipment.
This is NOT an ethernet/network 
port and must NEVER be connected 
to any networking equipment.