Atlona AT-HD-V40SRS User manual

AtlonA
HDMI 1.3 over Single CAT5 Extender
AT-HD-V40SRS
User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction .................................................. 1
2. Features .................................................. 1
3. Specication .................................................. 2
4. Package Contents .................................................. 3
5. Connection Diagram .................................................. 3
6. Panel Descriptions .................................................. 4
6.1. AT-HD-V40SS .................................................. 4
6.2. AT-HD-V40RS .................................................. 5
7. Hardware Installation .................................................. 6
8. EDID Learning .................................................. 6
9. Notice .................................................. 7
10. Safety Information .................................................. 8
11. Warranty .................................................. 9
12. Atlona Product Registration .................................................. 10

INTRODUCTION
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Atlona’s AT-HD-V40SRS HDMI 1.3 over Single CAT5 Extender boosts up your video/audio transmission
distance up to 60m (200ft) in HDTV 1080i format, 40m (130ft) in HDTV 1080p format, and 20m (65ft) in
HDTV 1080p with 36 bit color depth. With only one cost effective LAN cable, users can readily extend
HDTV sources from DVD players, Blu-ray Disc player, PS3, PC, and any other kinds of sources compli-
ant with TMDS to distant display monitors including HDMI/DVI enabled TV sets or LCD PC monitors.
With the state-of-the-art Silicon Image chipsets equipped, deep color video, DTS-HD or Dolby TrueHD
audio, and HDCP supports and compatibility are all further insured. This exibility makes HDCP com-
pliant DVD players or PS3 transmit utmost high quality video and audio with a greater distance at the
minimal cost, when integrating several components apart.
The AT-HD-V40SRS includes two units: Sender (AT-HD-V40SS) and Receiver (AT-HD-V40RS) units.
The Sender unit is used to capture the input HDMI/DVI signals and carry the signals through one RJ-45
connector into one cost effective CAT-5/5e/6 LAN cable. The Receiver unit is responsible for equaliz-
ing the sent TMDS multimedia data. The transmission distance between the sender and receiver units
can be up to 60m (200ft) under HD (720p/1080i) or 40m (130ft) under Full HD (1080p). With an 8-level
equalization control knob on the receiving unit, users can adjust the equalization strength to the re-
ceived TMDS signals accordingly, and therefore optimize the transmission distance between source and
destination.
• State-of-the-art Silicon Image (founder of HDMI) chipset embedded for upmost compatibility and reli-
ability
• HDMI 1.3c compliant
• Extend the transmission length up to 60m (200ft) from the HDMI sources under HD resolution (1080i
or 720p at 24-bit color depth)
• Extend the transmission length up to 40m (130ft) from the HDMI sources under Full HD resolution
(1080p at 24-bit color depth)
• Extend the transmission length up to 20m (65ft) from the HDMI sources under Full HD resolution
(1080p at 36-bit color depth)
• HDCP 1.1 compliant
• Minimize the cable skew by adjustable 8-level equalization control
• Pure unaltered uncompressed 7.1ch digital HDMI over LAN cable transmission
• DTS-HD and Dolby True HD high bit rate audio support
• Allows cascading
• Wall mounting housing design for easy installation
• Perfectly integrated with other HDMI over CAT5 series products
Note: The length depends on the characteristics and quality of the cables. Higher resolutions and longer trans-
mission distances require low skew cables (<25ns/100m) for best performance. Unshielded CAT6 with metal
RJ-45 connectors is recommended.
FEATURES:

SPECIFICATIONS
Technical AT-HD-V40SS AT-HD-V40RS
Role of usage Sender Receiver
HDMI compliance HDMI 1.3c
HDCP compliance Yes
Video bandwidth Single-link 225MHz [6.75Gbps]
Video support 480i / 480p / 720p / 1080i / 1080p60
HDMI transmission over
LAN cable [24-bit]
Full HD (1080p)-40m (130ft) [CAT5e] / 50m (165ft) [CAT6]
HD (720p/1080i)-50m (165ft) [CAT5e] / 60m (200ft) [CAT6]
Audio support Surround sound (up to 7.1ch) or stereo digital audio
Equalization 8-level digital control at RX
Input TMDS signal 1.2 Volts [peak-to-peak]
Input DDC signal 5 Volts [peak-to-peak, TTL]
ESD protection [1] Human body model — ±15kV [air-gap discharge] & ±8kV [contact
discharge]
[2] Core chipset — ±8kV
PCB stack-up 4-layer board [impedance control — differential 100 ; single 50 ]
Input 1x HDMI 1x RJ-45
Output 1x RJ-45 1x HDMI
HDMI source control No
IR remote control N/A
HDMI connector Type A [19-pin female]
RJ-45 connector WE/SS 8P8C with 2 LED indicator
3.5mm connector None
Rotary control switch Mode Signal level
Mechanical
Housing Metal case
Dimensions
[L x W x H]
Model
[Sender/
Receiver]
93 x 60 x 25mm [3.7”x2.4”x1”]
Package 270 x 175 x 80mm [10.6” x 6.9” x 3.1”]
Carton 450 x 370 x 300mm (1’6” x 1’3” x 11.8”]
Weight Model 405g [14.2oz]
Package 815g [1.8 lbs]
Fixedness Wall-mounting case with screws
Power supply 5V 2A DC
Power consumption 1 Watt [max]
Operation temperature 0~40oC [32~104oF]
Storage temperature -20~60oC [-4~140oF]
Relative humidity 20~90% RH [no condensation]
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1. 1xAT-HD-V40SRS [Sender/Receiver]
2. 1x 5V power adapter
3. 1x User Manual
PACKAGE CONTENTS:
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
HDMI Display
HDMI Projector/Display DVI Projector/Display
HDMI Source
AT-HD-V40SS
AT-HD15SRS AT-DVI15SRS
AT-HD-V40RS
HDMI Cable
Single CAT 5e
Single CAT 5e

AT-HD-V40SS
Front Panel
HDMI IN: Connects to an HDMI source with an HDMI Male-Male cable here
MODE: 0 = [Video] – supports up to HDMI 1.3 output. [Audio] – supports up to 7.1ch output
1 = [Video] – supports up to HDMI 1.3 output. [Audio] – locks to stereo audio output
2 = [Video] – locks to HDMI 1.2 output. [Audio] – supports up to 7.1ch output
3 = [Video] – locks to HDMI 1.2 output. [Audio] – locks to stereo audio output
4 = [Video] – DVI display mode. [Audio] – no audio output
5 = [Safe Mode] – uses default EDID1 with video supported up to 720p/1080i
6 = [Default Mode] – uses default EDID2 with video supported up to 1080p
7 = [EDID Learning Mode] – learns EDID3 from the display
Note for EDID (Extended Display Identication Data) learning
1.If you cannot get the audio/video output from the connected display from the rst time setup. Please follow the instructions below to check if
the extender is OK:
Step 1 – Please set the rotary arrow on Sender at “Mode 5” for Safe Mode, and wait for the LED of the RJ-45 connector blinks for a couple
seconds.
Step 2 – Please turn the rotary arrow counterclockwise from Mode 5 to Mode 3. If you can get audio/video from the display, you can stay
tune at this setting for 720p or 1080i and stereo audio. If you need to get 720p/1080i with 7.1ch audio output, please turn the rotary arrow
counterclockwise from Mode 3 to Mode 2. For better audio/video output, please check Note#2. If you still cannot get the audio/video out
normally, please go on the next step.
Step 3 – Please turn the rotary arrow counterclockwise from Mode 3 to Mode 7. Wait a few seconds until the LED of the RJ-45 connector
dims and then lights again.
Step 4 – Please turn the rotary arrow clockwise from Mode 7 to Mode 1. You should have normal audio/video output. If not, please contact
technical support.
2.For desirable 1080p video output, please follow the instructions below:
Step 1 – Please set the rotary arrow on Sender at “Mode 6” for Default Mode, and wait for the LED of the RJ-45 connector blinks for a couple
seconds.
Step 2 – Please turn the rotary arrow clockwise from Mode 6 to Mode 1. If you can get audio/video from the display, you can stay tune at
this setting for 1080p and stereo audio. If you need to get 1080p with 7.1ch audio output, please turn the rotary arrow counterclockwise from
Mode 1 to Mode 0. If you cannot get the audio/video out normally, please go on the next step.
Step 3 – Please turn the rotary arrow counterclockwise from Mode 0/1 to Mode 7. Wait a few seconds until the LED of the RJ-45 connec-
tor dims and then lights again.
Step 4 – Please turn the rotary arrow clockwise from Mode 7 to Mode 0/1. You should have your desirable audio/video output. If not,
please follow the instruction in Note#1.
3.To learn EDID from the HDMI display, please follow the instruction below:
Step 1 – Please connect the display which you want to read EDID with a HDMI cable to the transmitter’s HDMI IN and set the rotary arrow at
Mode 7 so the Sender can learn the EDID information from the connected display. The LED on the RJ45 connector of Sender will dim and light
again in a few seconds, which indicates the EDID learning procedure is complete.
Step 2 – Please turn the rotary arrow clockwise from Mode 7 to Mode 0 or Mode 1 for desirable audio setting and enjoy the experience.
DO NOT let the rotary arrow pass by Mode 5 and Mode 6 which will erase the EDID just learned and restore the default EDID.
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

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Rear Panel
+5V DC: Connect to 5V DC power supply.
HDMI Signal OUT: Plug in a CAT-5/5e/6 LAN cable that needs to be linked to the RJ-45 connector of the receiver unit
AT-HD-V40RS.
AT-HD-V40RS
Front Panel
HDMI OUT: Connect to a HDMI display with a HDMI Male-Male cable here.
Signal Level: Adjust the 8-level equalization rotary control switch to the received HDMI signals. 0 – 7 = strongest – weakest. It
is recommended to switch from 7 to 0 to nd the optimal visual experience.
Rear Panel
HDMI Signal IN: Plug in a CAT-5/5e/6 cable that needs to be linked to the RJ-45 connector of the Sender unit AT-HD-V40SS.
+5V DC: Connect to 5V DC power supply.

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1.Connect the HDMI/DVI source (such as a Blu-ray Disc player) to the Sender unit AT-HD-
V40SS.
2.Connect the HDMI/DVI display (such as a LCD TV) to the Receiver unit AT-HD-V40RS.
3.Connect a CAT-5/5e/6 LAN cable between the transmitting and receiving units.
4.Make sure this CAT-5/5e/6 LAN cable is tightly connected and not loose.
5.Plug in 5V DC power cord to the power jack of the receiving unit AT-HD-V40RS.
6.Plug in 5V DC power cord to the power jack of the transmitting unit AT-HD-V40SS.
7. If a ickering or a blinking image is seen, try to adjust the rotational switch to improve the
cable skew. 0 stands for the strongest HDMI signal level while 7 stands for the weakest. Try
adjusting the signal level from 7 to 0 to accommodate the length of HDMI over CAT5 trans-
mission.
1.Turn on AT-HD-V40SS.
2.Turn the Mode of AT-HD-V40SS to 7.
3.Connect the HDMI display to the “HDMI IN” of AT-HD-V40SS with a HDMI cable. The LED
on the RJ-45 connector of AT-HD-V40SS will dim and light again, which indicates the EDID
learning procedure is complete.
4.Turn the Mode of AT-HD-V40SS clockwise from 7 to 0 (for surround sound) or 1 (for ste-
reo). The most important thing is don’t let the rotary arrow pass through mode 5 and Mode 6
which will erase the EDID just learned and restore to default EDID.
5.Unplug the HDMI cable from the display and follow the instruction in [Hardware Installation]
to set up the AT-HD-V40SRS and enjoy the experience.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION:
EDID LEARNING

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NOTICE
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1.If the DVI or HDMI device requires the EDID information, please use EDID Reader/Writer to
retrieve and provide DVI/HDMI EDID information.
2.All HDMI over CAT5 transmission distances are measured using Belden 1583A CAT5e
125MHz LAN cable and ASTRODESIGN Video Signal Generator VG-859C.
3.The transmission length is largely affected by the type of LAN cables, the type of HDMI
sources, and the type of HDMI display. The testing result shows solid LAN cables (usu-
ally in bulk cable 300m or 1000ft form) can transmit a lot longer signals than stranded LAN
cables (usually in patch cord form). Shielded STP cables are better suit than unshielded UTP
cables. A solid UTP CAT5e cable shows longer transmission length than stranded STP CAT6
cable. For long extension users, solid LAN cables are your only choice.
4.EIA/TIA-568-B termination (T568B) for LAN cables is recommended for better performance.
5.To reduce the interference among the unshielded twisted pairs of wires in LAN cable, you
can use shielded LAN cables to improve EMI problems, which is worsen in long transmis-
sion.
6.Because the quality of the LAN cables has the major effects in how long transmission dis-
tance will be made and how good is the received display, the actual transmission length is
subject to your LAN cables. For resolution greater than 1080i or 1280x1024, a CAT6 cable is
recommended.
7. If your HDMI display has multiple HDMI inputs, it is found that the rst HDMI input [HDMI
input #1] generally can produce better transmission performance among all HDMI inputs.
Performance Guide for HDMI over LAN Cable Transmission
Performance rating Type of LAN cable
Wiring Shielding CAT5 CAT5e CAT6
Solid Unshielded (UTP) *** **** *****
Shielded (STP) *** *** ****
Stranded Unshielded (UTP) * ** **
Shielded (STP) * * **
Termination Please use EIA/TIA-568-B termination (T568B) at any time

SAFETY INFORMATION
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Safeguards
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.
If the wall plug does not t into your local
power socket, hire an electrician to replace
your obsolete socket.
Do not modify the wall plug.
Doing so will void the warranty and safety
features.
This equipment should be installed near
the socket outlet and the device should
be easily accessible in case it requires
disconnection.
Precautions
FCC Regulations state that any
unauthorized changes or modications to
this equipment not expressly approved by
the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
Operate this product using only the
included external power supply. Use of
other power supplies could impair
performance, damage the product or cause
res.
In the event of an electrostatic discharge,
this device may automatically turn off. If this
occurs, unplug the device, and plug it back
in.
Protect and route power cords so they will
not be stepped on or pinched by anything
placed on or against them. Be especially
careful of plug-ins, or cord exit points from
this product.
Avoid excessive humidity, sudden
temperature changes or temperature
extremes.
Keep this product away from wet locations
such as bathtubs, sinks, laundries, wet
basements and swimming pools.
Use only accessories recommended by
ATLONA to avoid re, shock or other
hazards.
Unplug the product before cleaning. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use
cleaning uid or aerosols, which could
enter the unit and cause damage, re or
electrical shock. Some substances may
also mar the nish of the product.
Never open or remove unit panels or make
any adjustments not described in this
manual. Attempting to do so could expose
you to dangerous electrical shock or other
hazards. It may also cause damage to your
AT-HD-V40SRS. Opening the product will
void the warranty.
Do not attempt to service the unit. Instead
disconnect it and contact your Authorized
ATLONA reseller or contact ATLONA
directly.