SmartAVI HFX-KM HDMI 2.0 KVM Fiber Extender User Manual
- July 17, 2024
- SmartAVI
Table of Contents
SmartAVI HFX-KM HDMI 2.0 KVM Fiber Extender
Technical Specifications
VIDEO
Format| HDMI2.0
Video Resolution
| Resolution: high definition 3840 x 2160 Color Depth: 24-bit color depth
Latency: less than 1 ms
Video Bandwidth| Single-link 340 MHz (10.2 Gbps)
Input Interface (TX)| (1) HDMI 19-pins (female)
(1) HDMI 19-pins (female) (local)
Output Interface (RX)| (1) HDMI 19-pins (female)
(1) HDMI 19-pins (female) (local)
Max Output Distance| Up to 20 ft
Equalization| Automatic
Input TMDS Signal| 1.2 Volts [peak-to-peak]
Input DDC Signal| 5 Volts [peak-to-peak, TTL]
Data Rate| Supports bandwidths up to 18 Gbps
USB
Input Interface (TX)| (1) USB Type B
Output Interface (RX)| (2) USB 1.1 Type A for KM Devices
AUDIO
Format| Stereo
Input Interface| 3.5 mm Jack Socket (female)
Output Interface| 3.5 mm Jack Socket (female)
SYSTEM
Extension Type| Fiber (LC-LC Single
Cable Requirements| Single Fiber
Maximum Length| Single mode: 2 km (1.2 miles)
OTHER
Power| 100-240 VAC/ 12VDC @ 1A/15W
Dimensions| 6.4” W x 1.1” H x 3.9” D
Weight| 2.65 lbs (1.43 lbs per unit)
Approvals| UL, CE, ROHS Compliant
Environmental Operating Temperature| +32 to +104°F (0 to +40°C)
Environmental Operating Humidity| 20% to 80% (non condensing)
Storage Temperature| -4 to 140°F (-20 to +60°C)
Storage Humidity| Up to 95% (No Condensation)
Compliance EMC| FCC (Class A), CE (Class A), ICES-003
Environmental Compliance| RoHS2 (CE)
Support Warranty| 1-year
What’s in the box?
| PART NO. | Q TY | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| HFX-KM-S | 1 | HDMI, USB, Audio via Single Fiber Extender. Includes: [HFX-KM- |
TX-S, HFX-KM-RX-S, 2 X (PS12VD1A-DSKTP)]
HFX-KM-TX-S| 1| HDMI, USB, Audio via Single Fiber Transmitter. Includes: [HFX-
KM-TX-S, PS12VD1A- DSKTP]
HFX-KM-RX-S| 1| HDMI,USB, Audio via Single Fiber Receiver. Includes: [HFX-KM-
RX-S, PS12VD1A- DSKTP]
PS12VDC2A| 1| 12VDC 2A (minimum) power adapter with center-pin positive
polarity.
FRONT AND BACK
INSTALLATION
Refer to the following steps and diagram to set up your KVM extender installation.
- Ensure that power is turned off or disconnected from the units and the computers.
- Use an fiber optic cable to connect between the RS232 ports of the HFX-KM-TX and the HFX-KM-RX.
- Use a HDMI cable to connect the HDMI output port from each computer to the corresponding HDMI Input port of the HFX-KM-TX.
- Use a USB cable (Type-A to Type-A) to connect a USB port on each computer to the respective USB port of the HFX-KM-TX.
- Optionally connect a stereo audio cable (3.5mm to 3.5mm) to connect the audio output of the computers to the Audio Input port of the HFX-KM-TX.
- Connect a monitor to the HDMI Out console port of the HFX-KM-RX using a HDMI cable.
- Connect a USB keyboard and mouse and the USB devices in the four USB ports of the HFX-KM-RX.
- Optionally connect stereo speakers to the Audio Out port of the HFX-KM-RX.
- Finally, power on the KVM by connecting a 5VDC power supply to the power connector, and then turn on all the computers.
Troubleshooting
No Power
- Make sure that the power adapter is securely connected to the power connector of the unit.
- Check the output voltage of the power supply and make sure that the voltage value is around 12VDC.
- Replace the power supply.
No Video
- Check if all the video cables are connected properly.
- Connect the computer directly to the monitor to verify that your monitor and computer are functioning properly.
- Restart the computers.
Keyboard is not working
- Check if the keyboard is properly connected to the unit.
- Check if the USB cables connecting the unit and the computers are properly connected.
- Try connecting the USB on the computer to a different port.
- Make sure that the keyboard works when directly connected to the computer.
- Replace the keyboard.
Mouse is not working
- Check if the mouse is properly connected to the unit.
- Try connecting the USB on the computer to a different port.
- Make sure that the mouse works when directly connected to the computer.
- Replace the mouse.
No Audio
- Check if all the audio cables are connected properly.
- Connect the speakers directly to the computer to verify that the speakers and the computer audio are functioning properly.
- Check the audio settings of the computer and verify that the audio output is through the speakers.
Technical support
For product inquiries, warranty questions, or technical questions, please
contact info@smartavi.com.
Limited warranty statement
Extent of limited warranty
SmartAVI, Inc. warrants to the end-user customers that the SmartAVI product
specified above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
duration of 1 year, which duration begins on the date of purchase by the
customer. Customer is responsible for maintaining proof of date of purchase.
SmartAVI limited warranty covers only those defects which arise as a result of
normal use of the product, and do not apply to any:
- Improper or inadequate maintenance or modifications
- Operations outside product specifications
- Mechanical abuse and exposure to severe conditions
If SmartAVI receives, during applicable warranty period, a notice of defect, SmartAVI will at its discretion replace or repair defective product. If SmartAVI is unable to replace or repair defective product covered by the SmartAVI warranty within reasonable period of time, SmartAVI shall refund the cost of the product.
SmartAVI shall have no obligation to repair, replace or refund unit until
customer returns defective product to SmartAVI.
Any replacement product could be new or like new, provided that it has
functionality at least equal to that of the product being replaced.
SmartAVI limited warranty is valid in any country where the covered product is
distributed by SmartAVI.
Limitations of warranty
To the extant allowed by local law, neither SmartAVI nor its third party
suppliers make any other warranty or condition of any kind whether expressed
or implied with respect to the SmartAVI product, and specifically disclaim
implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, satisfactory quality, and
fitness for a particular purpose.
Limitations of liability
To the extent allowed by local law the remedies provided in this warranty
statement are the customers sole and exclusive remedies.
To the extant allowed by local law, except for the obligations specifically set forth in this warranty statement, in no event will SmartAVI or its third party suppliers be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages whether based on contract, tort or any other legal theory and whether advised of the possibility of such damages.
Local law
To the extent that this warranty statement is inconsistent with local law,
this warranty statement shall be considered modified to be consistent with
such law.
NOTICE
The information contained in this document is subject to change without
notice. SmartAVI makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material,
including but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for particular purpose. SmartAVI will not be liable for errors
contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with
the furnishing, performance or use of this material. No part of this document
may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated into another language without
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