Modular DKM Extender Base Modules

Equip your KVM extender with interfaces according to your needs.

• Base modules with DVI-D, DVI-I, HDMI, or DisplayPort video and (2) USB keyboard/mouse ports.
• Peripheral option with (4) transparent high-speed USB 2.0 ports (480 Mbps).
• Choose between CATx and fiber links (fiber supports multimode and single-mode).
• Distances up to 140m (CATx), 1000m (MM), or 10km (SM).
• Pixel-perfect resolutions up to 2048 x 1152 (Single Link DVI), up to 2560 x 1600/2x2K (Dual Link DVI), HDMI up to 1080p, or DisplayPort up to 4K across the full distance.
• High-speed video options with 2.5 Gbps bandwidth for demanding graphic applications.
• Support for multiple video channels in demanding graphic applications.
• Use the modules in modular DKM extender enclosures.
• Combine different interfaces and extend KVM signals according to your needs.
• Configure a chassis with transmitter cards at the computer and a chassis with receiver cards at the console.
• Use these extenders for point-to-point KVM extensions or in the DKM FX and DKM FXC series KVM matrix switching systems.
• Warranty: 2 years Double Diamond™ (Standard).

The modular DKM KVM extenders offer the most extensive range of combinations for video and peripheral signals, ensuring you get the perfect KVM extender for even highly specific applications.

The modular DKM KVM extenders consist of enclosures with 2, 4, 6, or 21 slots, base modules with video and two USB HID interfaces, and upgrade modules for peripheral connections. Special converter modules provide conversion from analog to digital, allowing you to use various analog video sources with the system. For particularly space-saving installations, an 8-port switching module is also available, offering the same functionality as the DKM FXC switches.

Base Modules:

The modules on this page provide one or two video ports and two USB HID ports for keyboard and mouse. Additionally, they offer CATx or LC fiber connections to the remote counterpart or, in a switched environment, to the central KVM switch. Each modular DKM extender enclosure must be equipped with at least one base module.

Choose between cable connections via CATx, fiber with 1 Gbps, or high-speed fiber with 2.5 Gbps, depending on the desired distance and video bandwidth. CATx connections are ideal for shorter distances up to 140m. The fiber modules support both multimode cables up to 1km and single-mode cables up to 10km. The 2.5 Gbps high-speed modules are designed for demanding graphic applications, providing double the bandwidth of standard modules.

Base modules are available in various video formats, including Single Link DVI-D, DVI-I with VGA input and DVI-D output, Dual Head DVI-D, HDMI, and DisplayPort, each with two USB HID ports for keyboard and mouse.

Modules with special features further expand your possibilities. Modules with redundant links are ideal for applications requiring a return channel, or use these modules when two users share a video channel. Modules with an integrated 2-port switch are the ideal solution when you need to connect a local console to the computer in addition to the remote console or when one console needs to access both a remote and a local computer. For pure HD video distribution, choose modules with a dedicated video interface. Do you use Wacom tablets or other high-bandwidth USB devices? Then opt for the Transparent USB 2.0 module with a speed of 480 Mbps and a dedicated cable link.

Resolutions:

Thanks to the digital transmission of the video signal without quality loss, images are as sharp as if they were connected directly to the workstations. The advanced video compression algorithms support 24-bit color depth for smooth color gradients. Single Link DVI provides pixel-perfect resolutions up to 2048 x 1152, Dual Link DVI up to 2560 x 1600/2x2K, HDMI is rendered pixel-perfect up to 1080p, and DisplayPort even up to 4K across the full distance.

DKM Modular Extenders Overview:

The enclosures are available as desktop versions with two, four, or six slots, as well as a 19” version with 21 slots. For critical applications, it's best to use versions with two power supplies for redundant operation. Choose between internal or external power supplies, AC supply, or, for industrial applications, DC with 12-, 24-, or 48VDC. The desktop enclosures can also be mounted on a wall, under a desk, on a DIN rail, or in a 19” IT rack using optional mounting kits. Configure a chassis with a transmitter card for the computer connection and a chassis with receiver cards for the console connection.

Base modules provide the cable connection to the remote counterpart. Each enclosure must be equipped with at least one base card. These offer one or two video channels and two USB HID ports.

The upgrade modules transmit their signals via the base cards and therefore do not require a separate cable connection to the remote counterpart. This saves infrastructure costs and space. Choose from a variety of interfaces, such as USB HID, PS/2, embedded USB 2.0 with 36 Mbps, serial RS-232 or RS-422 data, bidirectional analog audio, and uni- or bidirectional digital audio. Combine the cards freely with the base modules in one enclosure.

DKM Converter Modules:

The converter modules enable the connection of video sources with analog video formats such as component, composite, or industrial formats like EGA, CGA, or MDA. For graphic applications, there are further options for SDI, HD-SDI, or 3G-SDI. The converter modules convert analog signals into digital DVI-D signals and transmit them losslessly over the distance.

DKM FXC Switching Modules:

The FXC switching modules offer significant space savings. They require two slots in the enclosure but provide 8 ports and the full feature set of the DKM FXC matrix switches. Use these modules in the transmitter enclosure, eliminating the need for a separate KVM switch and giving your user access to eight computers with instant switching. Choose between two versions with eight CATx or eight fiber connections.

The modular DKM extenders can be used as a point-to-point extension when the computer is located away from the user console. They offer the greatest variety of interfaces and the highest video quality, making them ideal for graphic users and users of specialized peripherals. In larger switched extensions, the modular DKM extenders work perfectly with the KVM matrix switches from the DKM FX and DKM FXC series. In combination with the DKM switches, you can establish a freely scalable and flexible switching system that brings all resources in the company together.

Free Expert Consultation:

The modular DKM extenders offer countless application possibilities due to their variety of interfaces. Therefore, we recommend contacting our product experts directly. Explain your requirements, and we will plan the best configuration for your application together. Our experts are always happy to assist you. Call us at 0811/5541-110 or use our callback service (at the top of this page) to schedule a call at your preferred time.

Transmitter Module Connections:

• All: (1) USB Type B, (1) USB Type B mini (upgrade)
• ACX1M1T-DHID-C: (1) DVI-D, (1) RJ-45
• ACX1M1T-DHID-SM/ACX1MT-DHS-SM: (1) DVI-D, (2) LC
• ACX1M1T-DHID-2C: (1) DVI-D, (2) RJ-45
• ACX1MT-HDMI-C: (1) HDMI, (1) RJ-45

Receiver Module Connections:

• All: (2) USB Type A, (1) USB Type B mini (Upgrade)
• ACX1M1R-DHID-C: (1) DVI-D, (1) RJ-45
• ACX1M1R-DHID-SM: (1) DVI-D, (2) LC
• ACX1MR-HDMI-C: (1) HDMI, (1) RJ-45

TAA-compliant — Yes (except ACX2MT-DLHS-2S).