Avenview HDMI-C5XD-S User manual

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HDMI 1.3 Extender / Repeater over Single
CAT5 Cascading Series
Model #: HDMI-C5XD-S
Model #: HDMI-C5XD-SR
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started ...................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Important Safeguards ............................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................. 3
1.3 Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ......................................... 4
1.4 Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 4
1.5 Package Contents................................................................................................................... 6
1.6 Before Installation.................................................................................................................. 6
1.7 Panel Description................................................................................................................... 7
1.7.1 HDMI-C5XD-S Rear Panel ...................................................................................................... 7
1.7.2 Dip Switch for EDID & Audio Settings ................................................................................... 7
1.7.3 HDMI-C5XD-SR Rear Panel .................................................................................................... 8
1.7.4 HDMI Output Format Selection............................................................................................. 8
1.8 Installation (HDMI-C5XD-S).................................................................................................... 9
1.9 Installation (HDMI-C5XD-SR) ................................................................................................. 9
Section 2: Specifications....................................................................................................................... 10

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Section 1: Getting Started
1.1 Important Safeguards
Please read all of these instructions carefully before you use the device. Save this manual for future
reference.
What the warranty does not cover
Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized
product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product.
Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by us.
Any damage of the product due to shipment.
Removal or installation of the product.
Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuation or failure.
Use of supplies or parts not meeting our specifications.
Normal wear and tear.
Any other causes which does not relate to a product defect.
Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.
1.2 Safety Instructions
The Avenview HDMI-C5XD-S and HDMI-C5XD-SR HDMI 1.3 Transmitter / Repeater over CAT5 / CAT6 has been
tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use.
However, like all electronic equipment’s, the HDMI-C5XD-S, and HDMI-C5XD-SR should be used with care.
Read the following safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of
damage to the unit.
Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module.
Dismantling the housing or modifying the module may result in electrical shock or burn.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing housing may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards
Keep the module away from liquids.
Spillage into the housing may result in fire, electrical shock, or equipment damage. If an object or liquid
falls or spills on to the housing, unplug the module immediately.
Have the module checked by a qualified service engineer before using it again.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before
cleaning.

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1.3 Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
1.4 Introduction
The Avenview HDMI 1.3 Extender / Repeater Series over Single CAT5 Distribution provides the most flexible
solution by which the high definition video and high quality audio can be transmitted to different locations
over a long distance. The devices are cascadable, allowing you to extend HDMI or DVI compliant displays
almost anywhere.
-Silicon Image chipset embedded for best quality, compatibility and reliability
-HDMI 1.3c compliant
-HDCP compliant
-Regenerates the HDMI signal
-Supports Audio Output
-Supports default HDMI EDID and has the ability to learn the EDID of the displays
-Regenerates the HDMI signal
-Supports default HDMI EDID and has the ability to learn the EDID of displays
-Extends up to 15m (50ft) of input HDMI cable
-Extends up to 15m (50ft) of output HDMI cable
-Extends up to 60m (200ft) (720p / 1080i) of output CAT5/6 cable
-Extends up to 40m (130ft) (1080p) of output CAT5/6 cable
-Pure unaltered uncompressed 7.1ch digital HDMI over LAN cable transmission
-Allows cascading
-1U rack mountable with interlocking power adapter for fixedness

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1.5 Package Contents
Before you start the installation of the converter, please check the package contents.
HDMI-C5XD-S
-HDMI-C5XD-S x 1
-Power Adapter (+5VDC, 4A) x 1
-User’s Manual x 1
HDMI-C5XD-SR
-HDMI-C5XD-SR x 1
-Power Adapter (+5VDC, 4A) x 1
-User’s Manual x 1
1.6 Before Installation
Put the product in an even and stable location. If the product falls down or drops, it may cause an
injury or malfunction.
Don’t place the product in too high temperature (over 50°C), too low temperature (under 0°C) or high
humidity.
Use the DC power adapter with correct specifications. If inappropriate power supply is used then it
may cause a fire.
Do not twist or pull by force ends of the optical cable. It can cause malfunction.

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1.7 Panel Description
1.7.1 HDMI-C5XD-S Rear Panel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1. Input Signal format indicator
(Bright: HDMI Single, Dim: DVI Signal)
2. DIP Switch (details below)
3. HDMI IN: Connect HDMI source
4. Audio Out: Plug in Local Speaker
5. HDMI OUT: HDMI Local Output
6. HDMI Signal Out: RJ45 connection to
connect to HDMI-C5XD-SR or
HDMI-C5-3-R
7. Power Connector: 5V 4A DC
1.7.2 Dip Switch for EDID & Audio Settings
DIP Switch Position
Video
Audio
Description
PIN # 1
PIN # 2
OFF 
OFF 
1080p
Stereo1
Default Mode2:Up to 1080p & Stereo output.
OFF 
ON 
720p/1080i
Stereo
Safe Mode3:Forces system to output at 720p/1080i
with Stereo Audio.
ON 
OFF 
Bypass4
Bypass
EDID Learning Mode5:for learning EDID from the
display while playing any received HDMI Audio format.
ON 
ON 
Bypass
Stereo
EDID Learning & Stereo Mode: For learning EDID from
the display while enforcing stereo output.

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1.7.3 HDMI-C5XD-SR Rear Panel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1. Input Signal format indicator
(Bright: HDMI Single, Dim: DVI Signal)
2. Rotary Switch
3. RJ45 IN: Connect RJ45 Source from
HDMI-C5XD-S
4. Audio Out: Plug in Local Speaker
5. HDMI OUT: HDMI Local Output
6. HDMI Signal Out: RJ45 connection to
connect to HDMI-C5XD-SR or
HDMI-C5-3-R
7. Power Connector: 5V 4A DC
1.7.4 HDMI Output Format Selection
When input signal exists, the output format LED turns on. If the input HDMI source is HDMI 1.3 format, you
can set the output format to HDMI 1.2 mode and Red LED will be on. If the input HDMI source is HDMI 1.2, the
output format is always set to HDMI 1.2.
1 If the HDTV shows video but without audio, please try to set audio mode to stereo
2 Factory default: Pin#1-OFF[  ], Pin#2- OFF[  ] for 1080p with stereo.
3 If you encounter any unsolved audio/video output problem during system installation, please
turn to Safe Mode (Pin#1- -
output for system check.
4 Bypass means the matrix will maintain playing the original format of HDMI signals in video
and perhaps audio. By setting at this mode, the users may encounter compatibility issue among
different kinds of HDMI sources and displays. If you cannot get the audio and/or video output
normally at the system installation, please change the DIP switch setting to default mode or even
safe mode to verify the functionality of the device.
20 seconds. The EDID learning procedure will be finished. If you want to learn the EDID from
another HDTV, you must set Pin#1 at OFF first and repeat this procedure.

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1.8 Installation (HDMI-C5XD-S)
To setup Avenview HDMI-C5XD-S follow these steps for connecting to a device:
1. Turn off all devices including monitors / TV
2. Connect a Local HDMI display to the HDMI out of the HDMI-C5XD-S and then connect a speaker to
the 3.5mm audio socket.
3. Connect to a HDMI source (such as a Blu-Ray Disc player)
4. Connect HDMI-C5XD-S to HDMI-C5XD-SR or HDMI-C5-3-R from RJ45 Out with CAT5 / CAT5 cable
5. Plug in 5V 4A DC Power (supplied).
6. Power on the HDMI display
7. Power on HDMI Sources.
1.9 Installation (HDMI-C5XD-SR)
To setup Avenview HDMI-C5XD-SR follow these steps for connecting to a device:
1. Turn off all devices including monitors / TV
2. Connect a Local HDMI display to the HDMI out of the HDMI-C5XD-SR and then connect a speaker to
the 3.5mm audio socket.
3. Connect to RJ45 cable to HDMI Signal IN which is connected to RJ45 OUT on HDMI-C5XD-S
4. Connect HDMI-C5XD-SR to another HDMI-C5XD-SR for cascading or HDMI-C5-3-R from RJ45 Out with
CAT5 / CAT5 cable
5. Plug in 5V 4A DC Power (supplied).
6. Power on the HDMI display
7. Power on HDMI Sources.

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Section 2: Specifications
Item
Description
Units
HDMI-C5XD-S
HDMI-C5XD-SR
Unit Description
HDMI 1.3 Transmitter with Local
Output
HDMI 1.3 Transceiver with Local
Output
HDMI Compliance
HDMI 1.3c
HDCP Compliance
Yes
Video Bandwidth
Single Link 225 MHz (6.75Gbps)
Supported Resolutions
480i / 480p / 720p / 1080i / 1080p60
Resolution and Distance
Full HD: (1080p) ~ 40meter (130feet) (CAT5e) / 50meter (165feet) (CAT6)
HD: (720p/1080i) ~ 50meter (165feet) (CAT5e) / 60meter (200feet) (CAT6)
Audio Support
Surround Sound (up to 7.1 Ch) or Stereo Digital Audio
Equalization
-
8 Level Digital Control
Input TMDS Signal
1.2 Volts (peak-to-peak)
Input DDC Signal
5 Volts (peak-to-peak, TTL)
ESD Protection
-Human body model —±15kV (air-gap discharge) & ±8kV (contact discharge)
- Core chipset —±8kV
Input
1 x HDMI
1 x RJ45
Output
1 x HDMI
1 x Rj45
1 x 3.5mm Audio
1 x HDMI
1 x RJ45
1 x 3.5mm Audio
HDMI Connector
Type A (19 pin female)
RJ45 Connector
WE/SS 8P8C with 2 LED indicators
Audio Connector
3.5mm
DIP Switch
Yes
-
Dimensions (L x W x H)
4.3” x 8.3” x 1.1”
Power Supply
5V 4A DC
Power Consumption
3 Watt (max)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
32˚~ 104˚F (0˚to 40˚C)
Storage Tempearture
-4˚~ 140˚F (-20˚~ 60˚C)
Relative Humidity
20~90% RH (no condensation)

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Notice
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
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 (usually 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 transmission.
6. Because the quality of the LAN cables has the major effects in how long transmission distance
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 first HDMI input
[HDMI input #1] generally can produce better transmission performance among all HDMI inputs.

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Disclaimer
While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document, Avenview Inc. assumes no liability with respect to the
operation or use of Avenview hardware, software or other products and documentation described herein, for any act or omission of
Avenview concerning such products or this documentation, for any interruption of service, loss or interruption of business, loss of
anticipatory profits, or for punitive, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of the
Avenview hardware, software, or other products and documentation provided herein.
Avenview Inc. reserves the right to make changes without further notice to a product or system described herein to improve reliability,
function or design. With respect to Avenview products which this document relates, Avenview disclaims all express or implied warranties
regarding such products, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and
non-infringement.