User Guide

Introduction
This user guide contains information about the Extron HDMI 101 Plus cable equalizer and
describes the procedures for connecting and operating it.
In this manual, the term “equalizer” refers to the HDMI 101 Plus cable equalizer.
About the HDMI 101 Plus
The HDMI 101 Plus is a compact, economical cable equalizer. It is fully compliant with High
Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI
®
) and extends digital video, multi-channel audio, and
control signals from HDMI-equipped devices beyond the specied cable limit of 45 feet (14 m).
The HDMI 101 Plus attaches to the end of a long cable run of up to 250 feet (76 m) and
automatically provides the necessary active equalization to ensure optimal image quality with
HDTV 1080p and high resolution computer video signals up to 1920x1200. It is ideal for both
temporary applications and permanent installations with long DVI or HDMI cable runs.
The HDMI 101 Plus also passes Extended Display Identication Data (EDID) information and
supports the long distance transmission of HDTV signals with High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection (HDCP) for copy protection of digital television broadcasts and high resolution digital
video output from DVD, HD DVD, and Blu-rayDisc
™
players.
With the appropriate adapters from Extron, the HDMI 101 Plus is fully compatible with the DVI
digital video, audio, and control standard for audio and video products.
At shorter distances, the HDMI 101 Plus can be powered by the source device via the HDMI
cable, eliminating the external power supply. See the table in the “Input Cable Lengths”
section on page 4 for these distances.
Features
Support for pixel clocks up to 225 MHz — The HDMI 101 Plus handles 10-bit and 12-bit
color depths (deep color) to ensure compatibility with HDMI 1.3.
Power and signal indicator — The LED on the front panel lights green to indicate source
signal presence and amber to indicate power on.
Source-powering at short distances — The unit can receive power from an attached input
source device, eliminating the need for power supply installation (see the table on page 4).
DDC and HDCP copy protection transmission support — Display Data Channel (DDC)
allows pass-through of EDID and HDCP information between source and display.
DDC buffer — Allows the user to buffer the DDC signal by configuring the internal jumper
settings.
Enclosure — Compact 1 inch (2.5 cm) high, 1/8 rack wide metal enclosure
Rack and furniture mounting — The equalizer can be mounted on a rack shelf or under a
desk or podium.
Power supply — An external international power supply with a two-pin captive screw
connector accepts 100 to 240 VAC.
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