Aurora Multimedia ASP-CATX1 User manual

ASP-CATx1
HDMI 1.4a 3D Over Single CAT Extender
with
Bi-Directional IR
User Manual
Manual Number: 110208

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Safety and Notice
The ASP-CATX1 HDMI 1.4a has been tested for conformity to safety regulations and requirements, and has been
certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipments, theASP-CATX1 should be used with care.Please
read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourselffrom possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
Follow allinstructions and warnings marked on this unit.
Do not attempt to service this unityourself, except where explained in this manual.
Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do notuse near water.
Keep objects that mightdamage the device and assure that the placementof this unit is on a stable surface.
Use only the power adapter and power cords and connection cables designed for this unit.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit.Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.

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The ASP-CATX1 HDMI 1.4-3D over Single CAT6 Extender with IR Pass-through boosts up your
video/audio transmission distance up to 60m (200ft) in HDTV 1080i format, 40m (130ft) in HDTV
1080p format,(24 bit) and 20m (65ft) in HDTV 1080p with 36-bit color depth. ASP-CATX1 also
supports the most advanced 3D video format complaint with HDMI 1.4 specification and therefore
guarantees the highest 3D video compatibility on the market. With only one cost effective
Cat.5/5e/6 cable, users can readily extend HDTV sources from DVD players, Blu-ray Disc player,
PS3, PC, and any other kinds of sources compliant with TMDS to distant display monitors
including HDMI or DVI enabled TV sets or LCD PC monitors. With the advanced design for the
latest HDMI technology, deep color video, DTS-HD or Dolby TrueHD audio, and HDCP supports
and compatibility are all further insured. This flexibility makes HDCP compliant DVD players or
PS3 transmit utmost high quality video and audio with a greater distance at the minimal cost,
when integrating several components apart. In addition, ASP-CATX1 is also equipped with
bi-directional IR pass-through path. This bonus feature allows users to boost IR control distance
up to 100m (330 ft) and makes IR control possible through only single Cat.5/5e/6 cable including
HDMI signals.
The ASP-CATX1 includes two units: transmitting unit ASP-CATX1-TX and receiving unit
ASP-CATX1-RX. The transmitting unit is used to capture the input HDMI / DVI signals with IR
control packets and carry the signals via one cost effective Cat.5/5e/6 cable. The receiving unit is
responsible for equalizing the transmitted HDMI signal and reconstructing IR signals. The
transmission distance between the sending and receiving units can be up to 60m (200ft) at HD
720p or 1080i; or 40m (130ft) at Full HD 1080p. With an 8-level equalization rotary control on the
receiving unit, users can adjust the equalization strength to the received HDMI signals
accordingly, and therefore optimize the transmission distance between source and destination.
Introduction

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Features
•HDMI 1.4a compliant [3D video]
•Extend the transmission up to 60m (200ft) from the HDMI source at HD 1080i or 720p 24-bit
•Extend the transmission up to 40m (130ft) from the HDMI source at Full HD 1080p 24-bit
•Extend the transmission up to 20m (65ft) from the HDMI source at Full HD 1080p 36-bit
•HDCP 1.1 compliant
•Minimize the cable skew by adjustable 8-level equalization control
•Pure unaltered uncompressed 7.1ch digital HDMI over Cat.5/5e/6 cable transmission
•DTS-HD and Dolby True HD high bit rate audio support
•Support full frequency IR signal from 20KHz to 60KHz
•Bi-directional IR path
•Allows cascading
•Wall mounting housing design for easy and robust installation
•Perfectly integrated with other HDMI over CAT series products
The length depends on the characteristics and quality of the cables. Higher resolutions and longer
transmission distances require low skew cables (<25ns/100m) for best performance. Unshielded CAT6
with metal RJ-45 connectors is recommended.

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Specifications & Package Contents
Model Name
ASP-CATX1
Technical
ASP-CATX1-TX
ASP-CATX1-RX
Role of usage
Transmitter [TX]
Receiver [RX]
HDMIcompliance
HDMI 1.4a
HDCPcompliance
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 60Hz 24bit) 40m (130ft) [CAT6])
Full HD (1080p 60Hz 36bit 20m (65ft) [CAT6])
HD (720p/1080i)-50m (165ft) [CAT5e] / 60m (200ft) [CAT6]
Audio support
Surround sound (up to 7.1ch) or stereo digital audio
Signallevel
equalization
8-level digital controlat RX
InputTMDS signal
1.2 Volts [peak-to-peak]
InputDDC signal
5 Volts [peak-to-peak,TTL]
ESDprotection
[1]Human body model — ±15kV [air-gap discharge] & ±8kV [contact discharge]
[2]Core chipset — ±8kV
PCB stack-up
4-layer board [impedance control — differential 100Ω; single 50Ω]
Input 1x HDMI 1x RJ-45
Output 1x RJ-45 1x HDMI
HDMIoutput
Up to HDMI 1.4a
HDMIconnector
TypeA[19-pin female]
RJ-45 connector
WE/SS 8P8C with 2 LED indicators
Rotary controlswitch
None
Signallevel
Mechanical
ASP-CATX1
TX
RX
Housing
Metal enclosure
Dimensions
[Lx W x H]
Model
[TX/RX] 75 x 90 x 25mm [2.9”x3.5”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
Package
Fixedness
Wall-mounting case with screws
Power supply
5V 2ADC
Power consumption
1 Watt [max]
Operation temperature
0~40°C[32~104°F]
Storage temperature
-20~60
°
C [-4~140
°
F]
Relative humidity 20~90% RH [no condensation]
Package Contents
1x ASP-CATx1 [TX & RX]
1x IR blaster
1x IR receiver
2x 5V power supply unit
1x User Manual

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Front View — Transmitting Unit ASP-CATX1-TX
HDMI IN: Connects to a HDMI source with a HDMI male-male cable here
MODE: 0 = [Video] – locks to Full HD 1080p 24-bit. [Audio] – up to 7.1ch surround sound
1 = [Video] – locks to Full HD 1080p 24-bit. [Audio] – locks to stereo audio
2 = [Video] – up to Full HD 1080p 36-bit. [Audio] – up to 7.1ch surround sound
3 = [Video] – up to Full HD 1080p 36-bit. [Audio] – locks to stereo audio
4 = [Video] – locks to HD 720p or 1080i 24-bit. [Audio] – up to 7.1ch surround sound
5 = [Video] – locks to HD 720p or 1080i 24-bit. [Audio] – locks to stereo audio
6 = [Video] – up to 3D Full HD 1080p 36-bit. [Audio] – locks to stereo audio
7 = Learn EDID from the display {see EDID Learning section for more info}
HDMI IN: Connects to a HDMI source with a HDMI male-male cable
IR Blaster: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR blaster
IR Receiver: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR receiver
Rear View — Transmitting Unit ASP-C ATX 1-TX
Latch-locking power jack: Connect to 5V DC power supply.
RJ45: Plug in a Cat-5/5e/6 cable that needs to be linked to the receiving unit ASP-CATX1-RX.
Panel Descriptions

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Front View — Receiving Unit ASP-CATX1-RX
Rotary control: Adjust the 8-level equalization control to the received HDMI signals. The HDMI signal
level varies from 0 (strongest) to 7 (weakest) for respective transmission length from longest
possible range to short distance. Please adjust the signal level from 7 to 0 and stop turning the
rotary switch whenever the audio/video is playing normally. Inappropriate signal level setting may
cause overpowering issue that would shorten the product life significantly!
HDMI OUT: Connect to a HDMI display with a HDMI male-male cable.
IR Blaster: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR blaster
IR Receiver: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR receiver
Rear View — Receiving Unit ASP-C ATX1-RX
Latch-locking power jack: Connect to 5V DC power supply.
RJ45: Plug in a Cat-5/5e/6 cable that needs to be linked to the transmitting unit ASP-CATX1-TX.

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1. Connect a HDMI or DVI source (such as a Blu-ray Disc player) to the transmitting unit
ASP-CATX1-TX.
2. Connect a HDMI or DVI display (such as a LCD TV) to the receiving unit ASP-CATX1-RX.
3. Connect IR Blaster/Receiver to both TX and RX units.
4. Connect a Cat-5/5e/6 cable between the transmitting and receiving units.
5. Make sure this Cat-5/5e/6 cable is tightly connected and not loose.
6. Plug in 5V DC power supply unit to the power jack of the receiving unit ASP-CATX1-RX.
7. Plug in 5V DC power supply unit to the power jack of the transmitting unit ASP-CATX1-TX.
8. If you see flickering or blinking image on the display, please adjust the rotary control switch to
improve the cable skew. 0 stands for the strongest HDMI signal level for longest possible
transmission length while 7 stands for the weakest HDMI signal level for short transmission
length. Please adjust the signal level from 7 to 0 and stop turning the rotary switch whenever
the audio/video is playing normally. Inappropriate signal level setting may cause overpowering
issue that would shorten the product life significantly!
1. Turn off ASP-CATX1-TX and disconnect the Cat.5/5e/6 between ASP-CATX1-TX and
ASP-CATX1-RX.
2. Connect the HDMI display to “HDMI IN” on the ASP-CATX1-TX with a HDMI cable.
3. Set “MODE” on the transmitting unit ASP-CATX1-TX at 7.
4. Turn on the ASP-CATX1-TX.
5. The LED on the RJ45 of ASP-CATX1-TX will dim and light again, which indicates the EDID
learning procedure is complete.
6. Unplug the HDMI cable from the display and follow the instruction in [Hardware Installation] to
set up the ASP-CATX1 and enjoy the experience.
Hardware Installation
EDID Learning

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IR Extenders
IR Blaster IR Receiver
IR Sockets
IR Blaster: Plug in the IR blaster here to emit all IR command signals received from the
IR receiver
to control the HDMI source devices.
IR Receiver: Plug in the IR receiver here to receive all IR command signals from the
IR remote controls of the HDMI source devices.
Caution!!! Wrongly insert IR blaster and IR receiver to wrong
3.5mm infrared sockets may result in the failure of the IR extenders.
Please check carefully before plugging in the IR extender to the
respective IR sockets.
IR Pass-through

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HDMI
Pin 1
TMDS Data2+
Pin 8
TMDS Data0 S h ield
Pin 15
SCL
Pin 2
TMDS Data2 S h ield
Pin 9
TMDS Data0–
Pin 16
SDA
Pin 3
TMDS Data2–
Pin 10
TMDS Clock+
Pin 17
DDC/CEC G r ound
Pin 4
TMDS Data1+
Pin 11
TMDS Clock S h ield
Pin 18
+5 V P ow e r
Pin 5
TMDS Data1 S h ield
Pin 12
TMDS Clock–
Pin 19
Hot Plug Detect
Pin 6
TMDS Data1–
Pin 13
CEC
Pin 7
TMDS Data0+
Pin 14
Reserved (N.C. on device)
CAT 5/6 [RJ-45]
Pin Definition

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1. AllHDMI over CAT5 transmission distances are measured using Belden Cat-5e 125MHz LAN cable and
ASTRODESIGN Video Signal Generator VG-859C.The transmission distance is defined as the distance between the
transmitting unit(TX) and the receiving unit(RX).
2. The transmission length is largely affected by the type of LAN cables, the type of HDMIsources, and the type of HDMI
display. The testing results show solid LAN cables (usually in bulk cable [300m/1000ft] style) can transmitsignalsa lot
longer than stranded LAN cables (usually in patch cord style).Shielded STPcables are better suited than unshielded
UTPcables.Asolid UTPCAT5e cable shows longer transmission range than stranded STP CAT6 cable.For long
transmission applications, solid UTPcables are the only viable choice.
3. EIA/TIA-568-B termination (T568B) for LAN cables is recommended for better performance.
4. To reduce the interference among the unshielded twisted pairs of wires in UTPcable, one can use shielded STP cables
to improve EMI problems, which is worsen in long transmission.
5. Because the quality of the Cat-5/5e/6 cables has the major effect on how long the transmission limitcan achieveand
how good is the received picture quality, the actual transmission range is subject to one’s choice of Cat-5/5e/6 cables.
For desired resolutions greater than 1080ior 1280x1024, a Cat-6 cable is recommended.
6. Ifyour HDMI display has multiple HDMI inputs, itis found that the first HDMIinput [HDMIinput #1] generally can
produce better transmission performance among allHDMIinputs.
Performance Rating
Type of Category Cable
Wiring
Shielding
CAT5
CAT5e
CAT6
Solid
Unshielded (UTP)
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 
Shielded (STP)

 
Stranded
Unshielded (UTP)

 
Shielded (STP)

 
Termination
Please use EIA/TIA-568-B termination (T568B) at any time
Notice

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Aurora Multimedia Corp. (“Manufacturer”) warrants that this product is free of defects in both materials and workmanship for a period of 3 years as
defined herein for parts and labor from date of purchase. Motorized mechanical parts (Hard Drives, DVD, etc), mechanical parts (buttons, doors,
etc), remotes and cables are covered for a period of 1 year. Batteries are not covered by this warranty. During the warranty period, and upon proof
of purchase, the product will be repaired or replaced (with same or similar model) at our option without charge for parts or labor for the specified
product warranty period.
This warranty shall not apply if any of the following:
A) The product has been damaged by negligence, accident, lightning, water, act-of-God or mishandling; or,
B) The product has not been operated in accordance with procedures specified in operating instructions: or,
C) The product has been repaired and or altered by other than manufacturer or authorized service center; or,
D) The product's original serial number has been modified or removed: or,
E) External equipment other than supplied by manufacturer, in determination of manufacturer, shall have affected the performance, safety or
reliability of the product.
F) Part(s) are no longer available for product.
In the event that the product needs repair or replacement during the specified warranty period, product should be shipped back to Manufacturer at
Purchaser's expense. Repaired or replaced product shall be returned to Purchaser by standard shipping methods at Manufacturer's
discretion. Express shipping will be at the expense of the Purchaser. If Purchaser resides outside the contiguous US, return shipping shall be at
Purchaser's expense.
No other warranty, express or implied other than Manufacturer's shall apply.
Manufacturer does not assume any responsibility for consequential damages, expenses or loss of revenue or property, inconvenience or interruption
in operation experienced by the customer due to a malfunction of the purchased equipment. No warranty service performed on any product shall
extend the applicable warranty period.
This warranty does not cover damage to the equipment during shipping and Manufacturer assumes no responsibility for such damage.
This product warranty extends to the original purchaser only and will be null and void upon any assignment or transfer.
Aurora Multimedia Corp.
205 Commercial Court, Morganville, NJ 07751
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
www.auroramultimedia.com
Limited Warranty