Blackbird 43396 User manual

HDMI® Extender over Coaxial Cable
P/N 43396
User's Manual

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra
attention to these safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this
manual in a safe place for future reference.
•This device is intended for indoor use only.
•Do not expose this device to water or moisture of any kind.
Do not place drinks or other containers with moisture on or
near the device. If moisture does get in or on the device,
immediately remove it from its power source and allow it to
fully dry before reapplying power.
•Do not touch the device, the power cord, or any other
connected cables with wet hands.
•Do not expose this device to excessive vibration, extreme
force, shock, or fluctuations in temperature or humidity.
•Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures.
Do not place it in, on, or near a heat source, such as a
fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it in direct sunlight.
•Clean using a soft, dry cloth only. Do not use chemical
cleaners, solvents, or detergents. For stubborn deposits,
moisten the cloth with warm water.
•This device has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to
open, service, or modify this device.

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INTRODUCTION
This HDMI® Extender over Coaxial Cable allows you to extend an
HDMI signal to distances up to 328 feet (100 meters) over a single RG-
6 coaxial cable. It features 6.75Gbps video bandwidth, supports video
resolutions up to 1080p@60Hz, and supports HDCP™ 1.1. It supports up
to 36-bits (12-bits per channel) Deep Color and a digital audio LPCM
sampling rate of 48kHz. It equalizes and recovers incoming TMDS®
data in its native resolution before transmitting the signal to the
receiver.
FEATURES
•Extends an HDMI® signal to distances up to 328 feet (100
meters) over a single RG-6 coaxial cable
•Supports video resolutions up to 1080p@60Hz
•6.75Gbps video bandwidth
•Supports up to 36-bits (12-bits per channel) Deep Color
•Supports a digital audio LPCM sampling rate of 48kHz
•Supports HDCP™ 1.1
•Equalizes and recovers incoming TMDS® data in its native
resolution before transmitting the signal to the receiver

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CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to
ensuring that your ordering, purchasing, and delivery experience is
second to none. If you have any problem with your order, please give
us an opportunity to make it right. You can contact a Monoprice
Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our
website www.monoprice.com or via email at
[e-mail]. Check the website for support times and
links.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have
all the items listed below. If anything is missing or damaged, please
contact Monoprice Customer Service for a replacement.
1x HDMI® Sender (Transmitter)
1x HDMI Receiver
2x AC Power Adapters (5 VDC, 1A)
4 Mounting Ears
1x User's Manual

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
SAMPLE CONNECTION DIAGRAM
CONNECTION
Perform the following steps to connect the extender to your system.
1. Ensure that all devices to be connected are powered off and
disconnected from their power sources.
2. Using a High Speed HDMI® Cable (available separately), plug
one end into an HDMI input on your remote display, then plug
the other end into the HDMI OUT port on the Receiver.
3. Using an RG-6 coaxial cable (available separately), plug one
end into the COAXIAL IN connector on the Receiver, then
plug the other end into the COAXIAL OUT connector on the
Sender.

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4. Using a High Speed HDMI® Cable (available separately), plug
one end into the HDMI IN port on the Sender, then plug the
other end into the HDMI output on your video source device.
5. Plug one end of one of the included AC power adapters into
the DC 5V connector on the Receiver. The LED illuminates to
indicate that power is applied.
6. Plug one end of the other included AC power adapter in the
DC 5V connector on the . The LED illuminates to indicate that
power is applied.
7. Plug in and power on your remote display and the video
source device. Start video playback on your source and verify
that the audio and video are present on the remote display.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to
assist you with any questions you may have about installation, setup,
troubleshooting, or product recommendations. If you ever need
assistance with your new product, please come online to talk to one
of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates. Technical
support is available through the online chat button on our website
www.monoprice.com or through email by sending a message to
[e-mail]. Check the website for support times and links.

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To download the latest drivers, firmware, manuals, etc., go to
www.monoprice.com and type the P/N into the search bar. If
available, support files are linked at the bottom of the product page.
SPECIFICATIONS
P/N
43396
Video Input
1x HDMI®
Video Output
1x HDMI
Maximum Video Resolution
1080p@60Hz
Video Bandwidth
6.75Gbps (2.25Gbps per
channel)
Deep Color Support
Up to 36-bits (12-bits per
channel)
HDCP™ Version
1.1
LPCM Digital Audio Sampling
Rate
48kHz
Transmission Medium
RG-6 coaxial cable
Maximum Transmission
Distance
328 feet (100 meters)
Input Power
5 VDC, 1A
AC Adapter Input Power
100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

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Maximum Power Consumption
5 watts
Operating Temperature
+32 ~ +104°F (0 ~ +40°C)
Operating Humidity
15 ~ 85% RH, noncondensing
Storage Temperature
+14 ~ +140°F (-10 ~ +60°C)
Storage Humidity
20 ~ 90% RH, noncondensing
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Notice for FCC
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Modifying the equipment without Monoprice's authorization may
result in the equipment no longer complying with FCC requirements
for Class B digital devices. In that event, your right to use the
equipment may be limited by FCC regulations, and you may be
required to correct any interference to radio or television
communications at your own expense.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These

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limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.

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Notice for Industry Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-
003 du Canada.
Monoprice™, Blackbird™, the Blackbird logo and all Monoprice logos
are trademarks of Monoprice Inc.
HDMI®, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the
United States and other countries.
TMDS® is a registered trademark of Silicon Image, Inc.
HDCP™ is a trademark of Digital Content Protection LLC.