Black Box VX-HDMI-TP-3D40M User manual

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BL A C K B O X®
Boost your video/audio transmission distance
up to 200 feet (60 m) in HDTV 1080i,
130 feet (40 m) in HDTV 1080p, or 65 feet
(20 m) in HDTV 1080p with 36-bit color depth.
3D HDMI Extender
VX-HDMI-TP-3D40M

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Trademarks Used in this Manual
Trademarks Used in this Manual
Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks
of BB Technologies, Inc.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged
to be the property of the trademark owners.

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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY
CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy,
and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in
which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise
emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation
of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant
les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes
de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para
referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de
operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

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NOM Statement
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo,
cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca,
etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales
que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más
allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio
deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no
interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,
alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe
colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios
de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor
como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo
del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el
aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la
polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no
sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,
poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen
del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las
recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las
lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no
sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean
derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.

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NOM Statement
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su
desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
The 3D HDMI Extender has been tested for conformance to safety regulations
and requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all
electronic equipment, the extender should be used with care. Please read and
follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to
minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
• Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
• Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, except where explained in this
manual.
• Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
• Keep objects that might damage the device away from it and be sure to place
this unit 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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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications ................................................................................................8
2. Overview ................................................................................................9
2.1 Introduction........................................................................................9
2.2 Features ..............................................................................................9
2.3 What’s Included................................................................................10
2.4 Hardware Description.......................................................................10
2.4.1 Transmitter ............................................................................10
2.4.2 Receiver.................................................................................13
2.5 Typical Configuration........................................................................15
3. Hardware Installation .................................................................................16
4. EDID Learning.............................................................................................17
5. Performance Notes.....................................................................................18
Appendix. Pin Definitions.................................................................................20
A.1 HDMI ....................................................................................................20
A.2 CAT5 (RJ-45) .......................................................................................21

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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Audio Support — Surround sound (up to 7.1 ch) or stereo digital audio
Compliance — HDMI Deep Color and full 3D, HDCP, HDMI 1.3a
Equalization — 8-level digital control at RX
ESD Protection — (1) human body model: ±19 kV (air-gap discharge)
and ±12 kV (contact discharge); (2) core chipset: ±8 kV
HDMI over Coax Transmission Range — Full HD (1080p): 130 ft. (40 m)
using CAT5e cable, 165 ft. (50 m) using CAT6 cable;
HD (720p/1080i): 165 ft. (50 m) using CAT5e cable, 200 ft. (60 m)
using CAT6 cable
Housing — Metal enclosure
Input DDC Signal — 5 volts (peak-to-peak, TTL)
Input TMDS Signal — 1.2 volts (peak-to-peak)
PCB Stack-up — 4-layer board (impedance control: differential 100 ohms,
single 50 ohms)
Video Bandwidth — Single-link 225 MHz (6.75 Gbps)
Video Support — 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p (up to 36-bit color)
User Controls — Transmitter: (1) mode rotary switch;
Receiver: (1) signal-level rotary switch
Connectors — Transmitter: Input: (1) HDMI Type A (19-pin female),
Output: (1) RJ-45 (WE/SS 8P8C with [2] LED indicators), (1) HDMI Type A
connector (19-pin female);
Receiver: Input: (1) RJ-45 (WE/SS 8P8C with [2] LED indicators),
Output: (1) HDMI Type A (19-pin female)
Indicators — Each unit: (2) LEDs
Temperature Tolerance — Operating: +32 to +104° F (0 to +40° C);
Storage: -4 to +140° F (-20 to +60° C)
Relative Humidity — 20 to 90%, noncondensing
Power — Power supply: (1) 5 VDC, 2-A;
Consumption: Transmitter: 4 watts (maximum);
Receiver: 1.5 watts (maximum)
Size — Each unit: 1"H x 2.4"W x 3.6"D (2.6 x 6 x 9.1 cm)
Weight — Transmitter: 0.43 lb. (0.2 kg);
Receiver: 0.37 lb. (0.19 kg)

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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
The 3D HDMI Extender boosts your video/audio transmission distance up to
200 feet (60 meters) in HDTV 1080i format, 130 feet (40 m) in HDTV 1080p
format, and 65 feet (20 m) in HDTV 1080p with 36-bit color depth.
The extender also supports the most advanced 3D video format compliant with
the HDMI 1.3a specification and therefore guarantees the highest 3D video
compatibility on the market. With only one CAT5/5e/6 cable, users can readily
extend HDTV sources from DVD players, Blu-ray Disc players, PS3s, PCs, and any
other kinds of sources compliant with TMDS to distant display monitors
including HDMI/DVI enabled TV sets or LCD PC monitors. This flexibility enables
HDCP compliant DVD players or PS3s to transmit the utmost high-quality video
and audio with a greater distance at minimal cost, when integrating several
components.
The extender includes two units: a transmitter and a receiver. The transmitter
captures the input HDMI/DVI signals and carries the signals via one CAT5/5e/6
cable. The receiver equalizes the transmitted HDMI signal. The transmission
distance between the sending and receiving units can be up to 200 feet (60 m)
at HD 720p or 1080i; or 130 feet (40 m) 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 optimize
the transmission distance between source and destination.
2.2 Features
• Supports HDMI Deep Color and full 3D.
• Extends the transmission up to 200 feet (60 m) from the HDMI source
at HD 1080i or 720p, 24-bit color.
• Extends the transmission up to 130 feet (40 m) from the HDMI source
at Full HD 1080p, 24-bit color.
• Extends the transmission length up to 65 feet (20 m) from the HDMI source
under Full HD resolution (1080p at 36-bit color depth).
• HDCP 1.1 compliant.
• Minimizes the cable skew by an adjustable 8-level equalization control.
• Transmits pure unaltered, uncompressed 7.1 ch digital HDMI over CAT5/5e/6
cable transmission.
• Supports DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD high bit rate audio.
• Enables cascading.
• Wallmount housing is easy to install.
• Compatible with other HDMI over CAT5/5e/6 series products.

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Chapter 2: Overview
NOTES:
1. The claimed transmission distance here depends on the installed cable grade,
source device, and display.
2. For CAT5/coax transmission, you must use a solid cable, not stranded cable.
Any keystone jack along the transmission path will decrease the transmission
performance significantly.
2.3 What’s Included
Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing
or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500
or [e-mail].
• (1) Transmitter
• (1) Receiver
• (2) 5-VDC, 2-A wallmount power supplies
• This user’s manual
2.4 Hardware Description
2.4.1 Transmitter
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the transmitter’s front and back panels. Table 2-1
describes its components.
1 2
Figure 2-1. Transmitter front panel.