ADDERLink INFINITY Manager

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ADDERLink® INFINITY Manager (AIM)

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A control suite which transforms ADDERLink® INFINITY extenders into a digital matrix solution.

Product description

The ADDERLink® INFINITY Manager (AIM) server is a control suite which transforms ADDERLink INFINITY (ALIF) extenders into a digital matrix solution. Using standard IP infrastructure it is possible to route any user station to any computer attached to the network without any compromises to video quality or control. It allows co– operative sharing of computers and multicasting of video to any destination.

• Intuitive, multi-lingual user interface
• Multiple switching methods
• Configurable user access rights
• Full audit trail
• Easy centralized management
• Open API for 3rd party control

Product specifications part 1

Physical Design
Robust metal construction
• (L)210mm/8.3” x (W)215mm/8.5” x (D)40mm/1.6”
• Weight: 1.8kg/4lbs

Power supply
• External power: 12VDC, 5A
• Typical power consumption: 20W
• BTU: 68.24BTU/hr

Operating temperature
• 0 to 40ºC/32 to 104ºF

Storage temperature
• Storage temperature: 0 to 60ºC/32 to 140 ºF
• Altitude: < 2000m Humidity
• 10-90% (non-condensing)

Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF)
• 77,500 hrs
• Telcordia SR332 Issue 4 March 2016 Calculated @55ºC

Ethernet
• 1GbE with 10/100/1000 support via 2x SFP and 1x 8p8c

Approvals
• CE, FCC

Product features part 1

Secure access and communications
Using TLS (transport layer security) and HTTPS, communications between ADDERLink® INFINITY (ALIF) units and the ADDERLink INFINITY Manager (AIM), and between AIM and the outside world are all secure.

Redundant operation
For 24/7 reliability a second ‘hot’ AIM can be added to ensure constant uptime and with dual NIC interfaces on every ALIF unit, systems can be easily designed for maximum resilience.

User access rights management and audit trails
Administrators can manage access rights to each device on a user by user basis either manually through the web browser or automatically using Active Directory. Reports showing the history of devices, user logins and device connections can be viewed and exported to a CSV file or via SYSLOG.

Easy centralized management
Accessed via a web browser, the dashboard gives a real-time overview of system connections and users. Tabs enable you to navigate between settings and devices or user sub-menus.

Control Channel and Presets connections
AIM can be used to make connections between an individual pair of transmitter and receiver devices centrally from within the management system. Using Presets, a list of pre-defined connections, multiscreen, video wall or signage setups can be ‘pushed’ with a single click.

Internationalization
The user desks can select different keyboard configurations to suit their requirements and as a global setting select the language for the OSD from a choice of over 14 languages.

On-screen display at each user station
Users login and choose channel connections from an intuitive OSD similar to that of a Digital TV. Users can also use Presets to change channels for multiple screens across multiple receivers.

Remote OSD
The remote OSD allows the user to ‘push’ video and control to another station, to a video wall or projector. Favorites and hotkey switching Each user can select their favorite channels within the OSD and allocate a hotkey for fast switching between channels.

Choice of connection modes
Administrators can choose to give users the ability to connect in four modes: View only, shared, private or exclusive. Each permitted mode is then made available within the OSD.

Fast video and USB switching
The switching time between computers is less than 1 second to provide a quality user experience. Multicasting Network multicasting allows the system to share video simultaneously from one transmitter to an unlimited number of receivers. Suitable for signage, monitoring and sharing of desktops.

Multicasting
Network multicasting allows the system to share video simultaneously from one transmitter to an unlimited number of receivers. Suitable for signage, monitoring and sharing of desktops.

USB sharing
USB sharing allows multiple users to connect to and control a single computer at the same time. Each transmitter can report 12 unique USB devices (identified by VID/PID codes) but will merge devices with the same ID to allow many more.

Channels
Considered as a virtual transmitter, a channel may combine video, audio and USB from different transmitters as a single source. Ideal where audio alerts or mixed video sources are required.

Open API for 3rd party control systems
Adder Technology publishes a simple API structure to allow easy integration with other 3rd Party control systems supplied by companies like AMX, Crestron, HRS or MediaLon at a HTTP level.

LDAP integration
To help ease setup, the system has an LDAP interface so users and passwords from other systems can easily be imported.

SNMP v3 get / walk
External machines can interrogate AIM to find out the status of the ALIF network and units. SNMP v3 security is implemented, supporting AES/DES transport with MD5/SHA authentication.

External NTP server support – NTPv4.2
Connect up to 3 NTP servers with authenticated connections using MD5 and Key ID as defined in the NTP standards. All ALIF units in an AIM network now get time using authenticated NTP from AIM.

System backups
Backups of the database can be saved internally, externally or emailed automatically. Automatic updates can be scheduled on an hourly, daily or weekly basis.

Centralized firmware upgrades
As well as managing its own firmware upgrade, AIM manages the upgrade of each device on the network and can deploy firmware to hundreds of devices at the same time, meaning a systemwide upgrade takes only a few minutes.

Easy matrix setup
Using zero config. networking, AIM automatically obtains the MAC addresses of extender devices as they are attached to the network. The administrator allocates IP addresses, names and locations so that devices are easy to identify, configure and control.

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Ordering information

ASP-001-XX: ADDERLink INFINITY Manager licensed to 24 end points

Software Licence Upgrade
AIMLIC-48: AIM licensed to 48 end points
AIMLIC-96: AIM licensed to 96 end points
AIMLIC-192: AIM licensed to 192 end points
AIMLIC-288: AIM licensed to 288 end points
AIMLIC-UNL: AIM licensed to unlimited end points

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  • Centralized control suite
  • Multi-lingual interface
  • Configurable user access rights

ADDERLink INFINITY 100T VGA

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ADDERLink® INFINITY 100T VGA

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ZeroU™ IP-based high performance KVM for extension/matrix of video, audio and USB over a single cable

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Product description

ADDERLink™ INFINITY 100T VGA (ALIF100T) is a ZeroU™, high performance IP KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) extender and/or matrix that enables the use of standard IT infrastructure to extend computers away from the user environment.

  • Zero U form factor
  • IP-based: use your existing network
  • USB powered
  • Low power consumption
  • Supports multiple video resolutions
  • Easy retrofit into existing infrastructure
  • Plug and play

Note: If using with an AIM Manager, the AIM must be running firmware version 4.7 or above    

Product specifications part 1

Operating/storage conditions

Operating temperature:  0 to 50ºC/32 to 122ºF
Storage temperature: -10 to 60ºC/14 to 140ºF
Storage and operating relative humidity: 10-90% non-condensing
Altitude: < 2000m
MTBF: >500,000 hours

Power

USB power: 2 x USB1.1 (2 x 500mA@5v) 5W
External power: 5VDC, 1A, (LPS)
Typical power consumption: 3 watts
BTU: 10.2BTU/hr

Physical

Dimensions: (L)110mm/4.3” x (W)55mm/2.17” x (D)25mm/1” with 30cm/12” cable length
Weight: 0.2kg /0.4 lb
Materials: ABS and aluminum construction

Connectors
 

Computer: 1x VGA, 2x USB Type-A
Ethernet: 1 x 8p8c (RJ45)
Power: 2.5mm socket
 

Specification

USB: USB1.1 full and low speed (No HS support)
USB features: Keyboard, mouse, and touch
USB device seen as: 7 or 13 port hub
Max video resolution: Up to 1920x1200 @60Hz
Audio: Line in/out USB audio 2 channel 16bit 48KHz
Ethernet: 1GbE (No 10/100 support)

Packing Box

Dimensions: (L) 292mm/11.5” (W) 245mm/9.6” (D) 55mm/2.1” 
Weight: 0.5kg/1.1lb

Approvals / Compliance

CE and FCC

UKCA & ICES and cULus

See the compliance web page for the full list

Cable types recommendations

Cat5e and above

Cable length rules

Ethernet specifications rules apply 100m/300ft maximum run

Product features part 1
  • ZeroU™ size: The ADDERLink™ INFINITY 100T (ALIF100T) takes ZeroU™ of rack space in the server room allowing for ultimate flexibility and ease of installation 
  • IP-based: Use your existing networking infrastructure to extend or matrix your computing resources to your users
  • USB powered: The device can be powered from USB. This means there is no need to provision for an external PSU. Options for powering from an external PSU or redundant PSU are also available
  • Low power consumption: Requiring less than 3 Watts, the unit can be powered from USB. This means it could use less than a quarter of the energy when compared to other solutions
  • Video options: The system supports resolutions to a maximum of 1920x1200 @60Hz through a VGA interface.
  • USB 1.1: Enables you to connect any USB human interface device from mouse and keyboards through to graphics tablets, jog shuttles, joysticks and 3D explorers
  • Seamless integration with the ADDERLink™ INFINITY range: The ALIF100T can integrate seamlessly into your existing ADDERLink™ INFINITY setup, replacing or working in conjunction with your existing ALIF endpoints (Refer to manual on AIM firmware requirements for a matrix installation)
  • Perfect digital video: The ALIF100T uses an encoding system that is spatially-lossless, with 1:1 pixel mapping, so the digital video you receive is the same as the digital video leaving the remote computer ensuring the very best picture available and color accuracy
  • USB audio: The system delivers USB stereo audio (Line In, Line Out) digitally across the network
  • EDID management: The system has intelligent EDID management to either allow the true characteristics of the monitor to be passed back to the computer, or controlled resolutions to be imposed
  • Digital KVM matrix: By the addition of ADDERLink INFINITY Management system (AIM) you can turn multiple point to point extenders into a matrix system that allows any workstation to connect to any computer connected to the network. See the AIM page on the Adder website for details

 

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What's in the box

1x ALIF100T unit
1x Quick start guide

Ordering information

ALIF100T-VGA: ADDERLink™ INFINITY TX with VGA video 

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  • Ext. Distance: Unlimited over IP/100m over CATx
  • Resolution: Up to 1920x1200 @60Hz
  • Number of Screens: 1
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ADDERLink INFINITY 1002

Product title

ADDERLink® INFINITY 1002

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A single link, single head digital video and USB2.0 fanless KVM extender that runs over a single cable using your standard IP network

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Product description

As part of the ADDERLink™ INFINITY range, ADDERLink INFINITY 1002 is a high performance KVM extender that enables you to locate your critical computing hardware in a secure and temperature controlled environment, isolated from the user work station. Configurable as a single head or single link, this extender provides pixel perfect video with minimal lag across a distance of up to 10km. This KVM extender can be used as a point-to-point extender, or integrated into a wider matrix system when combined with the ADDERLink INFINITY Manager (AIM).

  • ‘At-the-PC’ experience: single link or single head, 24 bits per color at a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200 at 60Hz with minimal lag
  • Adaptable to suit your needs: delivers uncompressed digital video with audio, and option to compress video to minimize bandwidth usage over copper or fiber
  • IP-based: standard IP protocols, ensuring maximum compatibility with your existing IT infrastructure and staff skillset
  • Flexible solution: from point-to-point extender to an infinitely extensible matrix
  • In-built security measures: compliant with universal enterprise grade security standards (AES 256 bit encryption and RSA 2048 bit public key authentication)    

 

Product specifications part 1

Approvals / Compliance

  • CE
  • FCC

Video Resolutions

The system supports either single link or single head DVI resolutions to a maximum of 1920 x 1200@ 60Hz

Audio

The system delivers analogue stereo audio (Line in, Line Out) via digital signalling between any transmitter/receiver pair.

Audio output of any transmitter can be multicast to many receivers.

Standards

Supports USB2.0 devices (Low, Full and High speed). The system has a security feature, which allows the blocking of non-HID devices. Isochronous devices are not supported (i.e. USB audio or video devices).

Cable Requirements

CATx (up to 100m/330ft) or fiber (requirements dependent)

Environmental

0 to 40ºC / 32 to 104ºF

Connectors – Local Unit

1x DVI-D, audio 3.5mm in, audio 3.5mm out, USB type B, RS232 9-pin D-type. 1x 8p8c and 1x SFP for ADDERLink INFINITY network connections.

Connectors – Remote Unit

1x DVI-D, audio 3.5mm in, audio 3.5mm out, 4x USB type A, RS232 9-pin D-type. 1x 8p8c and 1x SFP for ADDERLink INFINITY network connections.

Mechanical

1U compact case, robust metal construction. 198mm/7.92” (w), 44mm/1.76” (h), 150mm/6.0” (d), 1.1kg/2.7lbs.

Power

2.5mm DC jack (power adapter included),100-240VAC 50/60Hz, 0.8A, input to power adapter. 5VDC 20W output from power adapter.

Software

All known operating systems.

Product features part 1

Perfect digital video
Uncompressed video extension and pixel perfect digital video up to 24 bits per color at a maximum of 1920x1200 single link or single head with real time control

Digital Stereo Audio
Digitally delivered crystal clear audio across the network

Distribution
Distribution of DVI-D, USB, audio and bidirectional RS232 across up to 10km

Power redundancy
The units can detect whether the network is in operation and will utilize the second network port is failure detected

EDID management
Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) enables the remote system to exactly mirror the date coming from the source monitor

Plug and Play
The ADDERLink INFINITY range is delivered in a zero config state so they work as soon as they are connected, without the need for drivers or software

Robust yet lightweight
Small form factor, rack mountable device

USB True Emulation
USB2.0 enables connection to any USB human interface device from mice and keyboards through to graphics tablets, jog shuttles, joysticks and 3D explorers

Product codes
Ordering information

ALIF1002P-XX: ADDERLink INFINITY pair including TX and RX units

ALIF1002T-XX: ADDERLink INFINITY TX (transmitter unit only)

ALIF1002AT-XX: ADDERLink INFINITY TX (VGA transmitter unit only)

ALIF1002R-XX: ADDERLink INFINITY RX (receiver unit only)

XX = Mains Lead Country Code:

UK = United Kingdom

US = United States

EURO = Europe

AUS = Australia

JP = Japan

CN = China

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Product benefits
  • ‘At-the-PC’ experience: single link or single head, 24-bits per color at a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200 at 60Hz with minimal lag
  • Adaptable to suit your needs: delivers uncompressed digital video with audio, and option to compress video to minimize bandwidth usage over copper or fiber
  • IP-based: standard IP protocols, ensuring maximum compatibility with your existing IT infrastructure and staff skillset
  • Flexible solution: from point-to-point extender to an infinitely extensible matrix
  • In-built security measures: compliant with universal enterprise grade security standards (AES 256 bit encryption and RSA 2048 bit public key authentication)
3 Unique Identifiers
  • Ext Distance: Unlimited over IP/100m over CATx/10km over fiber
  • Video Resolution: Up to 1920x1200@60Hz
  • Number of Screens: 1

The KVM extender also allows for skew adjustment so our customers can fine tune the picture up to 1,000 feet away. And, it’s a good, sharp picture that is better than other products we have tested – and one that can withstand factory interference, which is important.

There are several advantages to using Adder’s products. In addition to the signal extension of up to 1,000 feet, which is two times the length that competitors offered, Adder’s extender provides a rugged metal industrial enclosure.

We wouldn’t have any commercial advantage without these remote access systems. The hidden cost in any KVM over IP solution is the cost of the connectivity. The Adder range is quite light in network traffic; as a result, our current model uses just a single network port per 1000 servers for management (KVM over IP requirements, not data connectivity).

We have built a good working relationship with the Adder team, which further supports the quality and reliability of the products we already have installed across our other packaging machines.

GTC managed this installation with a project based approach in order to guarantee the required quality levels and supporting documentation as well as the timelines and stakeholder expectations. In the end the customer was very happy with Adder and GTC and is considering the use of Adder’s high performance KVM products in other projects.

The customer was very pleased with the results regarding workflow, ergonomics and reliability. The newly equipped room also became a showroom for all the other departments of ANA Aeroportos.

The IP KVM solution from Adder Technology has enabled more efficient workflows, improved ergonomics and enhanced productivity.