BLACK BOX KVXLCH-100 KVM Extender User Manual

: June 6, 2024
: BLACK BOX

Table of Contents

QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE
CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
CHAPTER 3: CONNECTION DIAGRAM
CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATION
APPENDIX A: REGULATORY INFORMATION
- A.1 FCC CLASS A STATEMENT
APPENDIX B: DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS
- B.1 DISCLAIMER
- B.2 TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
References
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BLACK BOX KVXLCH-100 KVM Extender

QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE

Follow these steps to install the extender:

If you have the fiber models, install the SFPs in the transmitter and receiver. Compatible SFPs from Black Box are listed in the table below.
COMPATIBLE SFP MODULES

PART NUMBER| DESCRIPTION| DISTANCE
1-GBPS CONNECTIONS
LFP441| SFP 1.25-Gb, 850-nm Multimode Fiber, LC| 550 m
LFP442| SFP 1.25-Gb, 1310-nm Single-mode Fiber, LC| 20 km
LFP412| SFP with Extended Diagnostics – 1250-Mbps Multimode Fiber, 1310-nm| 2 km
LFP413| SFP with Extended Diagnostics – 1250-Mbps Single-Mode Fiber, 1310-nm| 10 km
LFP414| SFP with Extended Diagnostics – 1250-Mbps, Singlemode Fiber, 1310-nm| 30 km
LFP416| SFP 1250-Mbps, Extended Diagnostics, 10/100/1000BASE-T, SGMII Interface, RJ-45| 100 m

NOTE: Other SFPs may work but have not been validated by Black Box, we recommend you use the suggested SFPs to avoid technical
incompatibilities. SFP is not included in the package, must be ordered separately.

Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the source device (e.g. computer, server or other IT device). Then connect the other end to the HDMI IN port located on the TX unit.
Connect the HDMI display to the HDMI OUT port on the TX unit.
Connect the HDMI display to the HDMI OUT port on the RX unit.
Connect the USB ports of the source device and the TX unit with a USB type A-B cable. Then plug a USB keyboard, mouse, or other USB devices into the USB ports of the RX unit.
Connect the RS-232 ports of the source device and the TX unit. Then connect the RS-232 ports of the RS-232 device on the RX unit side and the RX unit.
Connect the microphone/speaker ports of the source device and the TX unit with the audio microphone/speaker combo cable of the accessory. Then, plug the microphone and speaker into the microphone and speaker ports of the RX unit.
For the CATx model, use a CAT5e cable to connect the CATx link ports on the TX unit and the RX unit.
For the fiber model, use two SFP modules and an optical fiber cable to connect the fiber link ports on the TX unit and the RX unit.
Plug the power adapter cable into the DC jacks on the TX and RX units.

NOTES:
a. We recommend using the highest quality materials (cables, SFP, etc.) to ensure optimal transmission quality.
b. If the screen does not display when you connect the computer:

Make sure the device cables are correctly and firmly attached.
Set your display device’s (TV, monitor, etc.) input source as HDMI.
Check the PC BIOS configuration of the video output setting.
Connect your video source to the Display DIRECTLY to check if the video signal gets through.

NOTES:

Both the HDMI displays respectively connecting to TX and RX units MUST support the same maximum video resolution.
SFP module’s bandwidth requirement is 1 Gbps minimum.
When plugging into any microphone or speaker ports of TX or RX units, digital HDMI audio extension will be disabled and only analog audio LINE-IN/LINE-OUT extension is enabled.

CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE 1-1. TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS

Console Connection

Video Output| N/A
Serial Control Port| (1) DB9 female
Host Connection
Video Input| KVXLCH-100, KVXLCHF-100: (1) HDMI female;
KVXLCHDP-200, KVXLCHDPF-200: (1) HDMI female, (1) DisplayPort female
Local Out Video Connection
Local Out| KVXLCH-100, KVXLCHF-100: (1) HDMI female;
KVXLCHDP-200, KVXLCHDPF-200: (1) HDMI female, (1) DisplayPort female
RJ-45 (KVXLCH-100, KVXLCHDP-200 transmitter)| CATx cable – max. length: 330 feet (100 meters)
SFP (KVXLCHF-100, KVXLCHDPF-200 transmitter)| Fiberoptic cable – max. length: 18.6 miles (30 km), depending on SFP
NOTE: SFP is not included. Must be ordered separately.
USB Interface
Host| (1) USB Type B female
Device| N/A
Audio
2-way analog audio| (1) Line In, (1) Line Out
Serial
RS-232 Extension Port| (1) DB9 female
General
LED indicator| Power: White LED
DDC Supported| DDC, DDC2, DDC2B
Max. Video Resolution| 4K @ 30 Hz, 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz
OS Compatibility| OS Independent
Housing material| Chassis Metal
Operating Temperature| 32 to 122° F (0 to 50° C)
Storage Temperature| -4 to +140° F (-20 to +60° C)
Relative Humidity| 0 to 80%
Power Supply| External 5-VDC, 2-A power supply
Dimensions| KVXLCH-100, KVXLCHF-100: 0.83″ H x 7.09″ W x 3.27″ D (2.1 x 18 x 8.3 cm);
KVXLCHDP-200, KVXLCHDPF-200: 1.71″ H x 7.09″ W x 3.27″ D (4.4 x 18 x 8.3 cm)
Weight| KVXLCH-100 transmitter: 0.82 lb. (0.372 kg)
KVXLCHF-100 transmitter: 0.83 lb. (0.378 kg) (no SFP);
KVXLCHDP-200 transmitter: 0.84 lb. (0.381 kg)
KVXLCHDPF-200 transmitter: 0.84 lb. (0.381 kg) (no SFP)

TABLE 1-2. RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS

Console Connection

Video Output| KVXLCH-100, KVXLCHF-100: (1) HDMI female;
KVXLCHDP-200, KVXLCHDPF-200: (2) HDMI female
Serial Control Port| (1) DB9 male
Host Connection
Video Input| N/A
Link Port
RJ-45 (KVXLCH-100, KVXLCHDP-200 receiver)| CATx cable – max. length: 330 feet (100 meters)
SFP (KVXLCHF-100, KVXLCHDPF-200 receiver)| Fiberoptic cable – max. length: 18.6 miles (30 km), depending on SFP NOTE: SFP is not included. Must be ordered separately.
USB Interface
Host| N/A
Device| (4) USB 2.0 Type A female
Audio
2-way analog audio| (1) MIC In, (1) Speaker Out
Serial
RS-232 Extension Port| (1) DB9 male
General
LED indicator| Power: White LED
DDC Supported| DDC, DDC2, DDC2B
Max. Video Resolution| 4K @ 30 Hz, 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz
OS Compatibility| OS Independent
Housing material| Chassis Metal
Operating Temperature| 32 to 122° F (0 to 50° C)
Storage Temperature| -4 to +140° F (-20 to +60° C)
Relative Humidity| 0 to 80%
Power Supply| External 5-VDC, 2-A power supply
Dimensions| KVXLCH-100, KVXLCHF-100: 0.83″ H x 7.09″ W x 3.27″ D (2.1 x 18 x 8.3 cm);
KVXLCHDP-200, KVXLCHDPF-200: 1.71″ H x 7.09″ W x 3.27″ D (4.4 x 18 x 8.3 cm)
Weight| KVXLCH-100 receiver: 0.82 lb. (0.372 kg)
KVXLCHF-100 receiver:0.83 lb. (0.378 kg) (no SFP);;
KVXLCHDP-200 receiver: 0.85 lb. (0.386 kg);
KVXLCHDPF-200 receiver: 0.84 lb. (0.381 kg) (no SFP)

CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW

INTRODUCTION

The KVX Series 4K HDMI KVM Extenders (single-head) enable you to locally use a 4K HDMI monitor, USB keyboard/mouse/other devices, speaker, and microphone to operate a remote computer, server or other IT device featuring a 4K HDMI video output. You can also view the 4K HDMI video output of the remote source devices via the HDMI output port on 4K HDMI KVM Extender’s TX unit. Dual-head models support (1) HDMI and (1) DisplayPort inputs on the transmitters to accommodate video cards with multiple outputs, and (2) HDMI outputs on the receivers.

There are four models of the KVX Series 4K HDMI KVM Extender: the single-head models are KVXLCH-100 via a CATx link and KVXLCHF-100 via a fiberoptic link. The dual-head models are KVXLCHDP 200 via a CATx link and KVXLCHDPF-200 via a fiberoptic link. Each extender consists of a transmitter (TX) and a receiver (RX).

FEATURES

Single-head models support HDMI input/output video quality up to 4K @ 30 Hz, 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz.
Dual-head models support HDMI or DisplayPort input/HDMI output video quality up to 4K @ 30 Hz, 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz.
Has 4K HDMI local video loopback on the single-head TX units and 4K HDMI/DisplayPort local video loopback on the dual-head TX units
Provides remote access for video/USB/RS-232/audio extension distance up to 330 feet (100 meters) over CATx cable for model KVXLCH-100 or KVXLCHDP-200; up to 18.6 miles (30 km) over fiberoptic cable for model KVXLCHF-100 or KVXLCHDPF-200, depending on the SFP used.
The HDMI KVM Console Extender lets you control a server, or computer over single-mode or multimode fiber optic cable at distances of up to 30 km (depending on the SFP used, fiber type, and fiber bandwidth*).
Offers transparent USB 2.0/1.1 extension.
Uses analog audio LINE-IN/LINE-OUT extension.
Supports bi-directional RS-232 control communication at a fixed baud rate of 115200.
Automatic EDID update.
*NOTE: Reference the supported SFP chart on page 3.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

KVXLCH-100:

(1) 4K HDMI Single-Head KVM CATx Extender Transmitter (TX)
(1) 4K HDMI Single-Head KVM CATx Extender Receiver (RX)
(2) 5-VDC, 2-A power supplies (with US, EU, UK, and AU plugs
(1) USB Type A to B cable
(1) 4K HDMI cable (4-ft./1.2-m)
(1) audio microphone/speaker combo cable

KVXLCHF-100:

(1) 4K HDMI Single-Head KVM Fiber Extender Transmitter (TX)
(1) 4K HDMI Single-Head KVM Fiber Extender Receiver (RX)
(2) 5-VDC, 2-A power supplies (with US, EU, UK, and AU plugs)
(1) USB Type A to B cable
(1) 4K HDMI cable (4-ft./1.2-m)
(1) audio microphone/speaker combo cable

KVXLCHDP-200:

(1) 4K HDMI Dual-Head KVM CATx Extender Transmitter (TX)
(1) 4K HDMI Dual-Head KVM CATx Extender Receiver (RX)
(2) Power Supplies (with US, EU, UK, and AU plugs)
(2) 4K HDMI cables (4-ft./1.2-m)
(2) 4K DisplayPort Cables (4-ft./1.2-m)
(1) 3.5-mm audio/mic cable (6-ft./1.8-m)
(1) USB-2.0 cable (6-ft./1.8-m)

KVXLCHDPF-200:

(1) 4K HDMI Dual-Head KVM Fiber Extender Transmitter (TX)
(1) 4K HDMI Dual-Head KVM Fiber Extender Receiver (RX)
(2) Power Supplies (with US, EU, UK, and AU plugs)
(2) 4K HDMI cable s(4-ft./1.2-m)
(2) 4K DisplayPort Cables (4-ft./1.2-m)
(1) 3.5-mm audio/mic cable (6-ft./1.8-m)
(1) USB-2.0 cable (6-ft./1.8-m)

HARDWARE DESCRIPTION

TRANSMITTER

FRONT PANEL

Figure 2-1 shows the front panel that is common to the single-head CATx and fiber transmitters. Table 2-1 describes the components.

Figure 2-2 shows the front panel that is common to the dual-head CATx and fiber transmitters. Table 2-1 describes the components.

TABLE 2-1. TRANSMITTER FRONT-PANEL COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGURE 2 1 OR 2-2

| COMPONENT|

DESCRIPTION

---|---|---
1| PWR LED| Lights when power to the transmitter is ON
2| Link LED| Lights when the link between transmitter and receiver units is ON; OFF when the link between transmitter and receiver units is OFF
3| Audio jack| Connects to analog audio input for audio extension
4| Audio jack| Connects to analog audio output for audio extension

BACK PANEL

Figures 2-3 and 2-4 show the back panels of the single-head CATx and fiber transmitters. Table 2-2 describes their components.

TABLE 2-2. SINGLE-HEAD TRANSMITTER BACK-PANEL COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-3 OR 2-4	COMPONENT	DESCRIPTION
1	Ground screw	Links to ground
2	For CATx model: RJ-45 connector; For Fiber model: SFP cage	For CATx Model:

CATx link;

For Fiber model: Install fiber SFP module here

Figures 2-5 and 2-6 show the back panels of the dual-head CATx and fiber transmitters. Table 2-3 describes their components.

TABLE 2-3. DUAL-HEAD TRANSMITTER BACK-PANEL COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-5 OR 2-6	COMPONENT	DESCRIPTION
1	Ground screw	Links to ground
2	For CATx model: RJ-45 connector; For Fiber model: SFP cage	For CATx Model:

CATx link;

For Fiber model: Install fiber SFP module here

2.4.2 RECEIVER

FRONT PANEL

Figure 2-7 shows the front panel that is common to the single-head CATx and fiber receivers. Table 2-4 describes its components.

Figure 2-7 shows the front panel that is common to the single-head CATx and fiber receivers. Table 2-4 describes its components.

TABLE 2-4. RECEIVER FRONT-PANEL COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-7 OR 2-8	COMPONENT	DESCRIPTION
1	PWR LED	Lights when power to the receiver is ON
2	Link LED	Lights when the link between transmitter and receiver units is

ON; OFF when the link between transmitter and receiver units is OFF
3| Audio jack| Links to analog audio input for audio extension
4| Audio jack| Links to analog audio output for audio extension

BACK PANEL

Figures 2-9 and 2-10 show the back panels of the single-head CATx and fiber receivers. Table 2-5 describes their components.

TABLE 2-5. SINGLE-HEAD RECEIVER BACK-PANEL COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-9 OR 2-10	COMPONENT	DESCRIPTION
1	Ground screw	Links to ground
2	For CATx model: RJ-45 connector For Fiber model: SFP cage	For CATx Model:

Figures 2-11 and 2-12 show the back panels of the dual-head CATx and fiber receivers. Table 2-6 describes their components.

TABLE 2-6. DUAL-HEAD RECEIVER BACK-PANEL COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-11 OR 2-12	COMPONENT	DESCRIPTION
1	Ground screw	Links to ground
2	For CATx model: RJ-45 connector For Fiber model: SFP cage	For CATx Model:

CATx link

For Fiber model: Install fiber SFP module here

CHAPTER 3: CONNECTION DIAGRAM

Figures 3-1 and 3-2 show typical connections.

CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATION

Follow these steps to install the extender:

If you have the fiber models, install the SFPs in the transmitter and receiver. Compatible SFPs from Black Box are listed in the
table on page 3 of this manual.
NOTE: Other SFPs may work but have not been validated by Black Box, we recommend you use the suggested SFPs to avoid technical incompatibilities.
NOTE: SFP is not included, must be ordered separately.
Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the source device (e.g. computer, server or other IT device). Then
connect the other end to the HDMI IN port located on the TX unit.
Connect the HDMI display to the HDMI OUT port on the TX unit.
Connect the HDMI display to the HDMI OUT port on the RX unit.
Connect the USB ports of the source device and the TX unit with a USB type A-B cable. Then plug a USB keyboard, mouse, or other USB devices into the USB ports of the RX unit.
Connect the RS-232 ports of the source device and the TX unit. Then connect the RS-232 ports of the RS-232 device on the RX unit side and the RX unit.
Connect the microphone/speaker ports of the source device and the TX unit with the audio microphone/speaker combo cable of the accessory. Then, plug the microphone and speaker into the microphone and speaker ports of the RX unit.
For the CATx model, use a CAT5e cable to connect the CATx link ports on the TX unit and the RX unit.
For the fiber model, use two SFP modules and an optical fiber cable to connect the fiber link ports on the TX unit and the RX unit.
Plug the power adapter cable into the DC jacks on the TX and RX units.

NOTES:
a. We recommend using the highest quality materials (cables, SFP, etc.) to ensure optimal transmission quality.
b. If the screen does not display when you connect the computer:

Make sure the device cables are correctly and firmly attached.
Set your display device’s (TV, monitor, etc.) input source as HDMI.
Check the PC BIOS configuration of the video output setting.
Connect your video source to the Display DIRECTLY to check if the video signal gets through.

NOTES:

Both the HDMI displays respectively connecting to TX and RX units MUST support the same maximum video resolution.
SFP module’s bandwidth requirement is 1 Gbps minimum.
When plugging into any microphone or speaker ports of TX or RX units, digital HDMI audio extension will be disabled and only analog audio LINE-IN/LINE-OUT extension is enabled.

APPENDIX A: REGULATORY INFORMATION

A.1 FCC CLASS A STATEMENT

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.

APPENDIX B: DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS

B.1 DISCLAIMER

Black Box Corporation shall not be liable for damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequential or cost of cover damages, resulting from any errors in the product information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Corporation may revise this document at any time without notice.

B.2 TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL

Black Box and the Black Box logo type and mark are registered trademarks of= Black Box Corporation.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners

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