BZB Gear BG-HDA-E18 User manual

BG-HDA-E18
1X8 1080P/4K30 HDMI Splitter/Distribution Amplifier up to 230ft
User Manual

BZBGEAR BG-HDA-E18 PRODUCT MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Statement 4
Safety Precaution 4
Introduction 5
Features 5
Packing List 5
Technical Specifications 6
Operation Controls and Functions 7
IR Cable Pin Assignment 8
EDID Mode 8
Application Example 9
Tech Support 10
Warranty 10
Mission Statement 11
Copyright 12
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Statement
Please read these instructions carefully before connecting, operating, or configuring this
product. Please save this manual for future reference.
Safety Precaution
●To prevent damaging this product, avoid heavy pressure, strong vibration, or immersion
during transportation, storage, and installation.
●The housing of this product is made of organic materials. Do not expose to any liquid,
gas, or solids which may corrode the shell.
●Do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
●Unplug this device during lightning storms
●Clean only with a soft dry microfiber cloth.
●To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not open the case. Installation and maintenance
should only be carried out by qualified technicians.
●Do not use the product beyond the specified temperature, humidity, or power supply
specifications.
●This product does not contain parts that can be maintained or repaired by users.
Damage caused by dismantling the product without authorization from BZBGEAR is not
covered under the warranty policy.
●Installation and use of this product must strictly comply with local electrical safety
standards.
●Only use accessories specified by the manufacture
●Product specifications may be subject to technical upgrades without further notice
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Introduction
This HDMI 1x8 Splitter can distribute 1 HDMI source signal to any 8 display devices.
Supports video resolutions up to 4K2K@30Hz 4:4:4. It is designed with1 HDMI input, 1
HDMI loop output and 8 CAT outputs. The HDMI signal transmission distance can be
extended up to 164 ft / 50 m at the resolution of 4K30Hz, or 230 ft / 70 m at 1080P@60Hz
via a single CAT6 cable. The product supports one-way IR control signal pass-through and
advanced EDID management. It also supports one-way POC function.
Features
●HDMI 1.4 and HDCP 1.4 compliant
●Video resolutions up to 4K2K@30Hz(4:4:4) 8-bit
●Supported audio formats: LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby True HD, and DTS-HD Master Audio
●Extend the signal transmission distance up to 164ft (50m) at a resolution of 4K30Hz
or 230ft (70m) at 1080P@60Hz via a single CAT6 cable
●1 HDMI input, 1 HDMI loop output, and 8 CAT outputs.
●Advanced EDID management
●12V PoC functionality (from transmitter to receiver only)
●Compact design for easy and flexible installation
Packing List
●1 x HDMI 1x8 Splitter
●8 x CAT Receiver
●1 x IR Blaster Cable (1.5 meters)
●8 x IR Receiver Cable (1.5 meters)
●2 x Mounting Ear
●1 x 12V/2.5A DC Locking Power
Adapter
●8 x Machine Screw (KM3*4)
●1x User Manual
●1х Quick Start Guide
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Technical Specifications
Technical
HDMI Compliance
HDMI 1.4
HDCP Compliance
HDCP 1.4
Video Bandwidth
297MHz/10.2Gbps
Video Resolution
480i ~1080p@50/60Hz, 4Kx2K@30Hz (4:4:4)
Color Depth
8-bit, 10-bit, 12-bit (1080p@60Hz); 8-bit (4K@30Hz)
Color Space
RGB, YCbCr_4:4:4/4:2:2, YUV_4:2:0
Audio Formats
LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby True HD, and DTS-HD Master Audio
Transmission Distance
1080P@60 - 70M, 4K@30 - 50M
ESD Protection
Human body model: ±8kV (Air-gap discharge) & ±4kV (Contact discharge)
Connection
Transmitter
Input:
1x HDMI IN [Type A, 19-pin female]
Outputs:
1x HDMI OUT [Type A, 19-pin female]
8x CAT OUT [RJ45]
Controls:
1x IR OUT [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]
1x EDID DIP switch [4-pin]
1x Update [Micro USB]
Receiver
Inputs:
1x IR IN [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]
1x CAT IN [RJ45, 8-pin female]
Output:
1x HDMI OUT [Type A, 19-pin female]
Mechanical
Housing
Metal Enclosure
Color
Black
Dimensions
Transmitter: 11.6” (W) x 3.2” (D) x 0.7” (H)
[295mm (W) x 82mm (D) x 18mm (H)]
Receiver: 3.1” (W) x 2.7” (D) x 0.7” (H)
[79.5mm (W) x 69mm (D) x 16.5mm (H)]
Weight
Transmitter: 1.4lbs [628g];
Receiver: 0.3lbs [130g]
Power Supply
12V/2.5A DC Power
(US/EU standards, CE/FCC/RoHs certificated)
Power Consumption
19.2W
Operation Temperature
32°F ~ 104°F / 0°C ~ 40°C
Storage Temperature
-4°F ~ 140°F / -20°C ~ 60°C
Relative Humidity
20~90% RH (non-condensing)
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Operation Controls and Functions
Transmitter Panel
No.
Name
Function Description
1
POWER LED
When the transmitter is powered on, the red power LED will be illuminated.
2
CAT OUT (1~8)
Connect to the CAT port of the receiver with a CAT6 cable.
3
HDMI OUT
HDMI loop output port, connect to the HDMI display device such as TV or Monitor with an
HDMI cable.
4
HDMI IN
HDMI input port, connect to an HDMI source device such as Blu-ray player or set-top box with
an HDMI cable.
5
IR OUT
Connect to an IR blaster cable, the IR signal is from the "IR IN" port of the Receiver.
6
EDID DIP Switch
Used to set EDID mode. Please refer to Section "EDID Mode" for details.
7
UPDATE
Mini USB update port. Connect to PC for firmware updating.
8
DC 12V
DC 12V power input port.
9
POWER Switch
Press the switch to power on/off the device ("-" for on, "o" for off).
Receiver Panel
No.
Name
Function Description
1
IR IN
Connect to the IR receiver cable, the IR signal
will emit to the IR OUT port of the transmitter.
2
CAT
CAT input port. Connect to the CAT output
port of the transmitter with a CAT6 cable.
3
HDMI
OUT
HDMI signal output port. Connect to HDMI
display devices such as HDTV.
Data Signal
Indicator Lamp
Connection Signal
Indicator Lamp
●Solid: HDMI signal with HDCP.
●Flashing: HDMI signal without HDCP.
●Dark: No HDMI signal.
●Solid: are in good connection status.
●Flashing: are in poor connection status.
●Dark: are not connected
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IR Cable Pin Assignment
IR Receiver and Blaster pin’s definition as below:
Note: When the angle between the IR receiver and the remote control is ± 45 °, the
transmission distance is 0-5 meters.
When the angle between the IR receiver and the remote control is ± 90 °, the transmission
distance is 0-8 meters.
EDID Modes
EDID settings are as follows:
EDID Mode
EDID Description
0000
1080P, 2CH AUDIO
0001
1080P, DOLBY/DTS5.1
0010
1080P, HD AUDIO
0011
1080i, 2CH AUDIO
0100
1080i, DOLBY/DTS5.1
0101
1080i, HD AUDIO
0110
3D,1080P, 2CH AUDIO
0111
3D,1080P, DOLBY/DTS5.1
1000
3D,1080P, HD AUDIO
1001
4K30, 2CH AUDIO
1010
4K30, DOLBY/DTS5.1
1011
4K30, HD AUDIO
1100
Copy Loop Out
1101
720p, 2CH AUDIO
1110
720p, DOLBY/DTS5.1
1111
720p, HD AUDIO
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Application Example
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Tech Support
Have technical questions? We may have answered them already!
Please visit BZBGEAR’s support page (bzbgear.com/support) for helpful information and
tips regarding our products. Here you will find our Knowledge Base
(bzbgear.com/knowledge-base) with detailed tutorials, quick start guides, and step-by-step
troubleshooting instructions. Or explore our YouTube channel, BZB TV
(youtube.com/c/BZBTVchannel), for help setting up, configuring, and other helpful how-to
videos about our gear.
Need more in-depth support? Connect with one of our technical specialists directly:
Phone
1.888.499.9906
Email
[e-mail]
Live Chat
bzbgear.com
Warranty
BZBGEAR Pro AV products and cameras come with a three-year warranty. An extended
two-year warranty is available for our cameras upon registration for a total of five years.
For complete warranty information, please visit bzbgear.com/warranty.
For questions, please call 1.888.499.9906 or email [e-mail].
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Mission Statement
BZBGEAR is a breakthrough manufacturer of high-quality, innovative audiovisual equipment
ranging from AVoIP, professional broadcasting, conferencing, home theater, to live streaming
solutions. We pride ourselves on unparalleled customer support and services. Our team
offers system design consultation, and highly reviewed technical support for all the products
in our catalog. BZBGEAR delivers quality products designed with users in mind.
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Copyright
All the contents in this manual and its copyright are owned by BZBGEAR. No one is allowed
to imitate, copy, or translate this manual without BZBGEAR’s permission. This manual
contains no guarantee, standpoint expression or other implies in any form. Product
specification and information in this manual is for reference only and subject to change
without notice.
All rights reserved. No reproducing is allowed without acknowledgement.
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