VX-HDMI-TP-3D40M 3D HDMI Extender Boost your video/audio transmission distance BLACK BOX up to 200 feet (60 m) in HDTV 1080i, 130 feet (40 m) in HDTV 1080p, or 65 feet (20 m) in HDTV 1080p with 36-bit color depth. ® Customer Support Information Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S.
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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
NOM Statement 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua — por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc. 6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante. 7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante. 8.
NOM Statement 18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando: A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions The 3D HDMI Extender has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipment, the extender should be used with care. Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit. • Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Specifications .................................................................................................8 2. Overview .................................................................................................9 2.1 Introduction.........................................................................................9 2.2 Features...............................................................................................9 2.3 What’s Included.............
Chapter 1: Specifications 1. Specifications Audio Support — Surround sound (up to 7.1 ch) or stereo digital audio Compliance — HDMI Deep Color and full 3D, HDCP, HDMI 1.3a Equalization — 8-level digital control at RX ESD Protection — (1) human body model: ±19 kV (air-gap discharge) and ±12 kV (contact discharge); (2) core chipset: ±8 kV HDMI over Coax Transmission Range — Full HD (1080p): 130 ft. (40 m) using CAT5e cable, 165 ft. (50 m) using CAT6 cable; HD (720p/1080i): 165 ft.
Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The 3D HDMI Extender boosts your video/audio transmission distance up to 200 feet (60 meters) in HDTV 1080i format, 130 feet (40 m) in HDTV 1080p format, and 65 feet (20 m) in HDTV 1080p with 36-bit color depth. The extender also supports the most advanced 3D video format compliant with the HDMI 1.3a specification and therefore guarantees the highest 3D video compatibility on the market.
Chapter 2: Overview NOTES: 1. The claimed transmission distance here depends on the installed cable grade, source device, and display. 2. For CAT5/coax transmission, you must use a solid cable, not stranded cable. Any keystone jack along the transmission path will decrease the transmission performance significantly. 2.3 What’s Included Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com.
Chapter 2: Overview 3 4 Figure 2-2. Transmitter back panel. Table 2-1. Transmitter components. Number Component Description 1 EDID mode switch See Table 2-2. 2 HDMI in connector Connects to an HDMI source with an HDMI male-male cable. 3 +5 VDC power connector Connects to a 5-VDC power supply. 4 RJ-45 connector: HDMI signal out Plug in a CAT5/5e/6 cable that will link to the receiver. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2. EDID mode switch options. Number Video Audio 0 [Video]—2D/Full-HD 24-bit 1080p@60 [Audio]—up to 7.1 ch surround sound 1 [Video]— 2D/Full-HD 24-bit 1080p@60 [Audio]—up to 2.0 ch surround sound 2 [Video]—2D/Full-HD 36-bit 1080p@60 [Audio]—up to 7.1 ch surround sound 3 [Video]—2D/Full-HD 36-bit 1080p@60 [Audio]—up to 2.0 ch surround sound 4 [Video]—2D/HD 24-bit (1080p@30)(1080i@60) (720p@60) [Audio]—up to 7.
Chapter 2: Overview 2.4.2 Receiver Figures 2-3 and 2-4 show the receiver’s front and back panels. Table 2-2 describes its components. 1 2 Figure 2-3. Receiver front panel. 3 4 Figure 2-4. Receiver back panel. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2. Receiver components. Number Component Description 1 +5-VDC power connector Connects to a 5-VDC power supply unit. 2 RJ-45 connector: HDMI signal in Plug in a CAT5/5e/6 cable that will link to the transmitter. 3 Signal level Adjusts the 8-level signal equalization control to the received HDMI signals. The HDMI signal level varies from 0 (strongest) to 7 (weakest) for respective transmission length from the longest possible range to a short distance.
Chapter 2: Overview 2.5 Typical Configuration HDMI cable VX-HDMI-TP-3D40M Transmitter CATx cable CATx cable VX-HDMI-TP-3D40M Receiver HDMI cable Figure 2-3. Connection diagram. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Chapter 3: Hardware Installation 3. Hardware Installation 1. Connect an HDMI or DVI source (such as a Blu-ray disc player) to the transmitter. 2. Connect an HDMI or DVI display (such as an LCD TV) to the receiver. 3. Connect a CAT5/5e/6 cable between the transmitter and the receiver. 4. Make sure the CAT5/5e/6 cable is tightly connected (not loose). 5. Plug in the 5-VDC power supply to the receiver’s power jack. 6. Plug in the 5-VDC power supply to the transmitter’s power jack. 7.
Chapter 4: EDID Learning 4. EDID Learning 1. Power off the transmitter and disconnect the CAT5/5e/6 cable between the transmitter and the receiver. 2. Using an HDMI cable, connect the HDMI display to the “HDMI IN” connector on the transmitter. 3. Set “MODE” on the transmitter. 4. Power on the transmitter. 5. The LED next to the RJ-45 connector on the transmitter will dim and light again, which indicates that the EDID learning procedure is complete. 6.
Chapter 5: Performance Notes 5. Performance Notes 1. When you adjust the signal level on the receiver, dial the rotary control switch from 7 to 0 and stop turning the rotary switch whenever the audio/video is playing normally. Inappropriately setting the signal level might damage the extender. 2. If the DVI or HDMI device requires the EDID information, use the EDID reader/ writer to retrieve and provide DVI or HDMI display EDID information. 3.
Chapter 5: Performance Notes Table 5-1. HDMI performance guide. Performance rating Type of category cable Wiring Shielding CAT5 CAT5e CAT6 Solid Unshielded (UTP) *** **** ***** Shielded (STP) *** *** **** Unshielded (UTP) * ** ** Shielded (STP) * * ** Stranded Termination Always use EIA/TIA-568B termination. NOTE: The number of asterisks in Table 5-1 indicates the performance quality (more asterisks = better performance). 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Appendix A: Pin Definitions Appendix. Pin Definitions A.1 HDMI Figure A-1. Type A HDMI receptacle. Table A-1. HDMI female connector pinning.
Appendix A: Pin Definitions A.2 CAT5 (RJ-45) Figure A-2. RJ-45 jack. Table A-2. Data link TIA/EIA-568-B. Pin Number Color Function Pin 1 White-Orange TX0- Pin 2 Orange TX0+ Pin 3 White-Green TX1- Pin 4 Blue TX2- Pin 5 White-Blue TX2+ Pin 6 Green TX1+ Pin 7 White-Brown TXC- Pin 8 Brown TXC+ 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
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