IR CAT-5 Extender EXT-HDMIIR-CAT5 User Manual www.gefen.
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Sender Panel Layout 5 Sender Panel Descriptions 6 Receiver Panel Layout 7 Receiver Panel Descriptions 8 Connecting And Operating The HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender 9 Adjusting The HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender 12 Network Cable Wiring Diagram 13 Specifications 14 Warranty
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. Gefen Gefen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies.
OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE HDMI CAT-5 IR EXTENDER • The maximum cable extension is 300 feet (91 meters) for video resolutions of 1080i and below. • The maximum cable extension is 150 feet (45 meters) for video resolutions of 1080p. • If EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) is present anywhere near the CAT-5, CAT-5e or CAT-6 video cables it may be necessary to use shielded cables. This is to prevent possible interference from degrading the video signal.
FEATURES Features • Supports resolutions up to 1080p, 2K, and 1920 x 1200 • Sends video up to 300 feet (1080i) / 150 feet (1080p) away • Small and Compact, easy to install • Improved compensation for cable skew • A/V signals are sent digitally over CAT-5 cable for zero signal loss • Eliminates equipment noise in the viewing environment • Extends any IR device • HDMI/HDCP Compliant Package Includes (1) HDMI CAT-5 IR Sender (1) HDMI CAT-5 IR Receiver (1) 6 Foot HDMI Cable (M-M) (1) IR Blaster
SENDER PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 1 2 Back Panel 3 4 5 4 6
SENDER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 LED Power Indicator This LED will become active once the included 5V DC power supply is properly connected between the sender and an open wall power socket. 2 HDMI Input This input will accept one HDMI source device that will be extended to the receiver’s location. 3 5V DC Power Receptacle This receptacle will require power from the included 5V DC power supply for proper operation. 4 IR Out (Blaster) The included IR transmitter (blaster) connects to this output port.
RECEIVER PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 1 2 3 4 Back Panel 5 6 6 7 8
RECEIVER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 Equalization Adjustment This Trim Pot is used to adjust the equalization that compensates for the differences that are present in cable qualities and skews. Automatic equalization (Auto EQ) is available and is set to on by default. Cable lengths that exceed 130 feet (40 meters) should not use Auto EQ.
CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE HDMI CAT-5 IR EXTENDER How to Connect the HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender 1. Connect a HDMI cable (supplied) between the HDMI source device’s output and the HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender sending unit’s input. 2. Optionally, connect the mini-plug from the included IR transmitter (blaster) to the HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender sending unit. Remove the adhesive on the IR blaster located on the opposite end of the cable.
ADJUSTING THE HDMI CAT-5 IR EXTENDER Auto Equalization (Auto EQ) The HDMI CAT5 Extender has advanced equalization circuitry to compensate for the differences that are present in CAT-5 (CAT-5e or CAT-6) cable quality and skew. Auto EQ is enabled by default. In some cases Auto EQ may not result in an optimal video signal. If either of the two following conditions are experienced, Auto EQ will have to be disabled and manual adjustment procedures will need to be applied. 1.
ADJUSTING THE HDMI CAT-5 IR EXTENDER Boost The boost setting will affect the amount of pre-emphasis that will be applied to the video signal. This setting is located on the HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender sending unit and has 4 distinct strength settings. This setting is mainly related to the distance of CAT-5, CAT-5e or CAT-6 cabling used but is also affected by the quality and skew of the cabling. The boost settings are set using a bank of DIP switches on the underside of the HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender sending unit.
ADJUSTING THE HDMI CAT-5 IR EXTENDER Adjustment Procedure Please follow the steps below to manually adjust the equalization. 1. Turn on manual equalization mode. 2. Attempt to equalize the signal using the equalization Trim Pot on the receiving unit. If video output is not visible or is unsatisfactory after rotating the Trim Pot dial through it’s entire range proceed to step 3. 3. Increase the boost setting using the DIP switches on the sending unit. 4.
NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM Gefen has specifically engineered their products to work with the TIA/EIA-568-B specification. Please adhere to the table below when field terminating cable for use with Gefen products. Failure to do so may produce unexpected results and reduced performance. Pin Color 1 Orange / White 2 Orange 3 Green / White 4 Blue 5 Blue / White 6 Green 7 Brown / White 8 Brown 12345678 CAT-5, CAT-5e, and CAT-6 cabling comes in stranded and solid core types.
SPECIFICATIONS Single-Link Range ..................................................................... 1080p/1920x1200 Input Video Signal .................................................................................... 1.2V p-p Input DDC Signal ............................................................................... 5V p-p (TTL) HDMI Connector .................................................................. Type A 19-pin Female Link Connector ....................................................
WARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified within two (2) years from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications.
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