Black Box AVX-HDMI2-FO-HDB User manual

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HDMI 2.0
EXTENDER
OVER FIBER
AVX-HDMI2-FO-HDB
USER MANUAL
IR IN
IR IN
IR OUT
RS232 IR
SWITCH
SWITCH
RS232 IR
IR OUT
DC 12V RS232
TX RX G
RS232
HDMI IN
DC 12V
TX RX G
HDMI IN

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 3
1. SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. OVERVIEW...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Introduction...............................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Features ....................................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.3 What’s Included........................................................................................................................................................................................7
2.4 Additional Items You Will Need...............................................................................................................................................................7
2.5 Hardware Description..............................................................................................................................................................................8
2.5.1 Transmitter ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................8
2.5.2 Receiver..............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
3. CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................................ 12
3.1 Installation Steps....................................................................................................................................................................................12
3.2 IR Passthrough.......................................................................................................................................................................................12
3.3 RS-232 Passthrough ..............................................................................................................................................................................13
APPENDIX A. REGULATORY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................ 14
A.1 FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................................................................................14
A.2 NOM Statement .....................................................................................................................................................................................15
APPENDIX B. DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS ................................................................................................................................. 16
B.1 Disclaimer ...............................................................................................................................................................................................16
B.2 Trademarks Used in this Manual ..........................................................................................................................................................16

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing liquids. Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
2. Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Make sure the unit is well ventilated.
3. To prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating, do not obstruct the unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
4. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
5. Do not place sources of open flames, such as lighted candles, on the unit.
6. Clean this apparatus only with a dry cloth.
7. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
8. Do not walk on or pinch the power cord, particularly at plugs.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE 1-1. SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION
Transmitter
Video Input (1) HDMI female
Input Signal Type HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2
Input Resolution Support
800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 720, 1280 x 768, 1280 x 800, 1280 x 960, 1280 x 1024, 1360 x 768, 1366 x 768,
1440 x 900,1600 x 900,1600 x 1200,1680 x 1050,1920 x 1080,1920 x 1200, 2560 x 1440, 2560 x 1600, 3840 x 2160P,
4096 x 2160P
Input Video Level 0.5 – 1.0 V p-p
Maximum Pixel Clock 600 MHz
Output (1) optical output with LC connector
Output Fiber Type MM module standard, SM can be purchased separately
Fiber Connector Type (2) LC
Max. Transmission Distance 1000 ft. (300 m) over OM3 cable
Receiver
Video Input (1) optical input with LC connector
Input Fiber Type MM module standard, SM can be purchased separately
Fiber Connector Type (2) LC
Max. Transmission Distance 1000 ft. (300 m) over OM3 cable
Output Signal Type HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2
Output Resolution Support
800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 720, 1280 x 768, 1280 x 800, 1280 x 960, 1280 x 1024, 1360 x 768, 1366 x 768,
1440 x 900,1600 x 900,1600 x 1200,1680 x 1050,1920 x 1080,1920 x 1200, 2560 x 1440, 2560 x 1600, 3840 x 2160P,
4096 x 2160P
Video Impedance 100 Ohms

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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE 1-1 (CONTINUED). SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION
General
ESD Protection Human-Body Model: ±8 kV (air-gap discharge)/±4 kV (contact discharge)
Surge Protection Voltage: ±1 kV
Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Data communication cord: 1 kV
Power cord: 2 kV
Approvals CE, FCC, IC, RCM, and VCCI
Power
Power Supply Each unit: (1) External 12 VDC, 0.5 A
Power Consumption 3.9 W (max.)
Environmental
Operating Temperature 32 to 113° F (0 to 45° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Humidity 0 to 90%, noncondensing
Mechanical
Dimensions Each unit: 0.8” H x 5.9” W x 2.9” D (2 x 15 x 7.4 cm)
Weight Each unit: 0.7 lb. (0.3 kg)

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.1 INTRODUCTION
The HDMI 2.0 Extender over Fiber is an HDMI Extender with HDCP 2.2 compatibility. It distributes compressed UHD video, audio, RS-232
or IR together up to 1000 feet (300 meters) over fiber optic cable.
The extender features bi-directional RS-232 or IR ports to control AV devices, easy to choose by the slide switch on the rear panels.
Sources and displays can be controlled from either the transmitter or receiver end using either RS-232 or IR signals.
The extender supports duplex fiber up to 1000 feet (300 meters).
2.2 FEATURES
Supports up to 4K @ 60 4:4:4 8 bit HDMI signal transmission
Supports HDCP 2.2 passthrough
Supports HDR
Transmits 4K @ 60 4:4:4 signals up to 1000 ft. (300 m) via MM OM3 cable with 10 Gbit/s multimode SFP+ modules (SFP+ modules
are included)
Compressed video transmits when the data rate is above 3 Gbps (e.g. 4K @ 60 Hz 4:4:4)
Uncompressed video transmits when the data rate equal or less than 3 Gbps (e.g. 4K @ 30 Hz 4:4:4)
Supports Bi-directional IR or RS-232 passthrough (select via the DIP switch on the rear panel)
Multichannel audio supports up to PCM 7.1, DTS Master HD and Dolby True HD
Locking DC power plugs
Visual LED indication for power supply to units, HDCP presence in signal, units status and fiber optic cable link

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.3 WHAT’S INCLUDED
Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support
at 877-877-2269 or [e-mail]
AVX-HDMI2-FO-HDB includes:
(1) Transmitter with 10 Gbit/s MM SFP+ module
(1) Receiver with 10 Gbit/s MM SFP+ module
(2) Power adapters (12 VDC, 0.5 A)
(2) Phoenix male connectors (3.5-mm, 3-pin)
(1) IR emitter cable
(1) IR broadband receiver cable
(4) Mounting brackets
2.4 OPTIONAL ITEMS
The SFPs are included by the manufacturer, but you can also use our SM or MM SFP+ modules to replace a lost SFP or to use SM instead
of MM. Parts are:
LSP421, SFP+, 10-Gb, Extended Diagnostics, 850-nm Multimode Fiber, 300-m, LC
LSP422, SFP+, 10GBASE-SR, 1310-nm Single-Mode, 10 km, Extended Diag, LC

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.5 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
The HDMI 2.0 Extender over Fiber consists of a Transmitter unit and a Receiver unit.
2.5.1 TRANSMITTER
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front and back panels of the transmitter. Table 2-1 describes its components.
POWER
12 3 4
STATUS HDCP LINK
FIGURE 2-1. TRANSMITTER FRONT PANEL
IR IN SWITCH
RS232 IR
IR OUT
DC 12V RS232
TX RX G
HDMI IN OPTICAL OUT
123 4 56 7
FIGURE 2-2. TRANSMITTER BACK PANEL

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
TABLE 2-1. TRANSMITTER COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN
FIGURE 2-1 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
1 Power LED ON: The transmitter is powered on.
OFF: The transmitter is powered off.
2 Status LED Flashing: The transmitter is working properly.
OFF: The transmitter is not working properly.
3 HDCP LED
ON: HDCP video is being transmitted.
Flashing: Non-HDCP video is being transmitted.
OFF: No HDMI signal.
4 Link LED ON: Link to receiver has been established.
Blinking/OFF: Link to receiver has not been established.
NUMBER IN
FIGURE 2-2 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
1 Power connector Links to 12-VDC power input
2 HDMI IN Connects to an HDMI source
3 Optical OUT Connects to Optical IN port of receiver
4 RS-232 RS-232 passthrough
5 IR IN Connects to IR receiver
6 IR OUT Connects to IR emitter
7 Switch RS-232 passthrough
IR: IR passthrough

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.5.2 RECEIVER
Figures 2-3 and 2-4 show the front and back panels of the receiver. Table 2-2 describes its components.
POWER
12 3 4
STATUS HDCP LINK
FIGURE 2-3. RECEIVER FRONT PANEL
IR IN SWITCH
RS232 IR
IR OUT
DC 12V RS232
TX RX G
HDMI OUT OPTICAL IN
123 4 56 7
FIGURE 2-4. RECEIVER BACK PANEL