Extron DVI 104 Tx (part number 60-977-12) - the transmitter half of the DVI 104 fiber optic extender, sold separately for replacement or one-sided expansion.

Labelled TO COMPUTER on its top panel, this unit plugs straight into the source's DVI-D output and is held by thumbscrews. It converts single link DVI to four optical channels at an 850 nm peak wavelength and pushes them down 50/125 micron multimode fiber to a matching DVI 104 Rx as far as 500 m away. The side panel carries the recessed EDID Minder storage button, so the display's EDID lives here rather than in the receiver. Power can come from pin 14 of the source's DVI connector, though laptops and PCI-E graphics cards generally cannot supply enough and need the external supply.

Key Capabilities

• Sends single link DVI up to 500 m (1,640 ft) over four multimode fibers.
• 4.95 Gbps maximum data rate (1.65 Gbps per color) at a 165 MHz pixel clock.
• Supports resolutions to 1920x1200 or 1080p at 60 Hz.
• Four female LC jacks; ports numbered 1 to 4 from the power input outward.
• Recessed EDID Minder button stores display EDID to on-board EEPROM.
• Draws just 1.0 watt at 5 VDC via a 3.5 mm power jack.
• Plastic body, 0.1 lbs (0.04 kg), attaches directly with thumbscrews.

Where It Is Used

Ordered as a spare for existing DVI 104 links, or as the source-end unit when an installation already has a receiver in place at a projector, video wall or remote display in an auditorium, campus building or command centre.

Specifications at a Glance

• Video input: 1 single link DVI on 1 male DVI-D connector
• Fiber: 4 x 50/125 micron multimode, 850 nm, 10.5 dB maximum loss budget
• Enclosure: plastic, 0.6 in H x 1.5 in W x 2.3 in D
• Cooling: convection, no vents; no mounting hardware required
• Regulatory: CE safety; CE and FCC Class A EMI/EMC; RoHS

Frequently asked questions about the Extron DVI 104 Tx Single Link Fiber Optic DVI Transmitter

Also referenced as Extron DVI104Tx, DVI-104-Tx, part number 6097712.

Related: Extron products, Video Solutions.