StarTechcom Car Satellite TV System DS128 User Manual

VGA over Cat5 Digital Signage Receiver for  
DS128 with RS232 & Audio  
DS128  
DSRXL  
*actual product may vary from photos  
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Manual Revision: 03/26/2012  
 
Table of Contents  
Introduction............................................................................................1  
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1  
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1  
Installation ..............................................................................................2  
DS128 Transmitter Installation............................................................................................................. 2  
DSRXL Receiver Installation .................................................................3  
Driver Installation...................................................................................................................................... 3  
How to Use ..............................................................................................4  
DSNet Manager.......................................................................................................................................... 4  
DSRXL Video Configuration..................................................................7  
DSRXL Monitor Configuration..............................................................8  
Specifications..........................................................................................10  
Specifications..........................................................................................11  
Technical Support ..................................................................................12  
Warranty Information............................................................................12  
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Introduction  
The StarTech.com’sDSseries of Cat5 Digital Signage Solutions with RS232 Serial and  
Audio offers a comprehensive audio and video extension system, with the added benefit  
of serial control. Compatible with virtually any VGA computer or Digital Signage media  
player, the DS128 VGA Splitter lets you deliver VGA video as well as the accompanying  
audio and serial control signals to Cat5 VGA Receivers (DSRXL - purchased separately), all  
through one Cat5 cable. The DSRXL receivers, then convert the signal back into distinct  
RS232 serial, VGA and Audio signals at the destination points.  
Packaging Contents  
DS128 8-port broadcaster/transmitter or DSRXL receiver unit  
Software Installation CD (DS128 only)Power Adapter  
Power Adapter  
Instruction Manual  
System Requirements  
DS128 and DSRXL units  
VGA enabled video source  
VGA enabled display device  
Available electrical outlet at all locations  
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Installation  
Before setting up the Digital Signage broadcast system, make sure there is a plan for  
the Cat5 cable deployment. The cabling layout should be based on providing the  
shortest cable lengths, while avoiding sources of electromagnetic interference. The  
cabling between the transmitter unit and receivers should also not pass through  
any standard networking equipment (e.g. routers, switches, etc) as they do not  
communicate with each other using standard networking protocols.  
DS128 Transmitter Installation  
1. Make sure the VGA video source and all remote display devices are 1. powered off.  
2. Place the DS128 broadcaster near theVGA video source and plug 2. in the power adapter.  
3. Connect an RJ45 Ethernet cable from the Broadcaster Unit’s LAN 3. port to a  
network access point (e.g. network router, switch, hub, etc.). The “Ethernetport acts  
as a network hub, if the video source also requires a network connection.  
4. Connect the VGA video source to the input connector on the 4. Broadcaster using  
a standard male/male VGA cable. If using audio as well, connect a 3.5mm mini-jack  
cable from the audio source to the audio input connector on the Broadcaster.  
OPTIONAL: Connect a DB9 serial cable from the serial control unit (e.g. computer  
system) to the DB9 serial input on the Transmitter with the appropriate type of serial  
cable for your setup.  
OPTIONAL: Connect a local monitor and/or speakers to the “Monitor”VGA and 3.5mm  
mini-jack connector on the Broadcaster.  
5. Connect an RJ45 terminated Category 5e UTP cable to the output 5. connectors  
on the Broadcaster for each remote display device. This cable must be a straight  
run from the Broadcaster to the remote location, without passing through any  
networking equipment (e.g. router, switch, hub, etc.).  
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DSRXL Receiver Installation  
1. Place the DSRXL Receiver unit near the remote video display device 1. and connect  
the power adapter to the Receiver unit.  
2. Connect the Receiver unit’s “Monitor 1VGA connector to the video 2. display device  
with a standard male/male VGA cable. If using audio, connect the audio receiver/  
speakers to the “Audioconnector for “Monitor 1, using a 3.5mm mini-jack cable.  
OPTIONAL: Connect the serial controlled device (i.e. the display device) to the RS232  
DB9 connector for “Monitor 1.  
NOTE: A second set of devices can be connected to a single Receiver unit, by  
connecting them to the “Monitor 2connectors.  
3. Connect the UTP cable from the Transmitter unit to the “System In3. connector on  
the Receiver Unit.  
NOTE: Receiver Units can be daisy-chained together by connecting a UTP cable from  
the “System Outconnector to the “System Inconnector on another Receiver Unit. Up  
to 5 levels of Receiver Units can be chained together.  
4. Repeat previous steps for each Receiver unit that needs to be set 4. up.  
5. Once all receiver units are setup, power on the devices connected to 5. the Receiver  
units and then power up the devices connected to the Transmitter unit.  
Driver Installation  
This Extender is a complete hardware solution, so is normally invisible to any other  
devices. No driver installation is required for use.  
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How to Use  
DSNet Manager  
The DSNet Manager is a Java based application. Make sure that all client computer  
systems have the latest version of the Java Runtime Environment installed (available at  
www.java.com).  
1. Copy the DSNet Manager application files to a networked computer 1. system on  
the same network as the DS128 transmitter unit.  
2. Run the DSNet Manager application. The first dialog screen will 2. prompt for the IP  
address of the DS128 transmitter unit.  
The default IP address is: 192.168.1.100:500  
3. The next dialog screen will prompt for the login user name and 3. password.  
Default user name: superuser  
Default password: superu  
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4. Once logged into the system, the 4. main window will appear. For a first time  
setup, have the DSNet Manager scan the network by clicking on the “Menuoption,  
followed by “Rescan Network. This will attempt to detect all DS128 and DSRXL units  
currently available on this network.  
B8 indicates the DS128 broadcaster unit. The default label “8-Port Broadcastercan be  
edited through the software.  
R2 indicates the DSRXL receiver units. The default label can be edited through the software.  
This indicates a connected display device and speakers. The default label can be edited  
through the software.  
Indicates an available port on the DS128 transmitter. “NCindicates a port with no  
Receiver unit connected to it.  
File  
Save Settings to File:• save all settings to a file as backup.  
Restore Settings to File:• use a previously saved configuration file to restore  
configuration settings.  
Restore Factory Settings:• restore the DSNet system to the factory default settings.  
Upgrade Software:• upgrade the Broadcaster software.  
Save User Name and Password:• Save the user name and password login, so as not  
to be prompted again.  
close the DSNet Manager window  
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Main  
TCP/IP Settings:• configure the TCP/IP settings such as Host Name, Domain Name, IP  
address, TCP port, network mask, Gateway, DNS, etc.. DHCP mode can also be enabled.  
Date and Time:• Set the current date and time. You can sync the Broadcaster’s time  
with the computer time and specify two NTP time servers to synchronize with.  
Rescan Network (F5):• Redetects all hardware on the network.  
Update Receivers and Splitters:• Update the firmware on the Receivers using the  
resident software/firmware on the Broadcaster.  
Default Network Tree:• Clears all the monitor listings and resets all of the labels to  
their default values, then proceeds to do a network rescan.  
Redraw Network Tree (F6):• Refresh the main window view.  
Log  
Log (F7):• Will record the client access IP and also the important system messages  
and error messages.  
Groups  
New Group:• Sets up a new Group of Monitors. To join monitors to a group, you  
need first checkmark them in the main window.  
List of Groups:• Gives a listing of all Groups available.  
Send Command to Checked Monitors:• Send commands such as Video ON/OFF,  
Audio ON/OFF and also the audio volume adjustment command to the Monitor  
itself via RS-232 interface. Also you can set the serial connection parameters on the  
Receiver side.  
Users  
New User:• Set up a new user account.  
Edit User:• Edit a user account.  
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DSRXL Video Configuration  
Each DSRXL receiver unit can be individually calibrated for varying physical and  
environmental conditions. To access the calibration settings, select the Receiver Unit to  
adjust and right-click on it to bring up the configuration menu and select “Properties”  
Compensation:• adjusts the level of compensation.  
Gain: adjusts video brightness.  
Red Shift:• adjusts red level video skew.  
Blue Shift:• adjusts green level video skew.  
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DSRXL Monitor Configuration  
Each DSRXL receiver unit has two sets of “Monitoroutputs. These can be individually  
configured through the DSNet Manager application. To access the Monitor  
Configuration Menu, right-click on the appropriate Monitor output on the Receiver  
unit and select the “Propertiesoption.  
Audio Video  
Video ON:• check/uncheck the box to toggle the video stream on the DE-15VGA connector.  
Audio ON:• check/uncheck the box to toggle the audio stream on the 3.5mm mini-  
jack connector.  
Audio Volume:• adjust the slider bar to adjust the audio output on the 3.5mm mini-  
jack connector.  
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Connection  
Bidirectional Serial Communication: • check/uncheck for bidirectional serial  
communication support.  
Bit Rate:• set the bit rate (baud) for serial communication on the DB9 serial connector.  
DDC  
Capture Monitor Information:• capture DDC information from the connected display device.  
Send to Broadcaster:• send the captured DDC information to the Broadcaster unit  
for use in DDC emulation.  
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Specifications  
DS128  
Video Format  
VGA (RGBHV)  
8 x RJ45  
2 x RJ45 Ethernet  
1 x DE-15 VGA female  
1 x DE-15 VGA male  
1 x DB9 female  
1 x DB9 male  
Connectors  
1 x DC Power  
8 x Receiver Link  
2 x RJ45 Link  
LEDs  
2 x RJ45 10/100 indicator  
1 x Power  
Maximum Video Resolution  
Maximum Distance  
Ethernet Speed  
Serial Protocol  
1600x1200  
100m/330ft  
10/100Mbps  
RS232  
Power Adapter  
5VDC, 2A, center positive  
0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)  
-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)  
0 ~ 90% RH  
Operating Temperature  
Storage Temperature  
Humidity  
Dimensions  
300.0mm x 160.0mm x 40.0mm  
1400g  
Weight  
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Specifications  
Video Format  
DSRXL  
VGA (RGBHV)  
2 x DE-15 VGA female  
2 x DB9 serial male  
2 x RJ45  
Connectors  
2 x 3.5mm mini-jack  
1 x DC Power  
LEDs  
1 x Power  
RS232  
Serial Protocol  
Power Adapter  
Operating Temperature  
Storage Temperature  
Humidity  
5VDC, 2A, center positive  
0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)  
-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F  
0 ~ 90% RH  
Dimensions  
130.0mm x 135.0mm x 25.0mm  
700g  
Weight  
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Technical Support  
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to  
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit  
documentation, and downloads.  
Warranty Information  
This product is backed by a two year warranty.  
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials  
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.  
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with  
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.  
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from  
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.  
Limitation of Liability  
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their  
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,  
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,  
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the  
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation  
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions  
contained in this statement may not apply to you.  
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