Crestron AUD-EXT-100 User manual

1
quickstart guide
AUD-EXT Series
www.crestron.com
888.273.7876 201.767.3400
Specifications subject to
change without notice.
AUD-EXT Series
Audio Over CAT5 Extenders
4Connectors
CONNECTOR DESCRIPTION
AUDIO IN (Transmitter)
Analog
S/PDIF
AUDIO OUT (Transmitter)
AUDIO IN (Receiver)
AUDIO OUT (Receiver)
Analog
S/PDIF
Consists of one or more analog or S/PDIF inputs. Connects to audio
source(s). For details, refer to table in section ∑.
(2) RCA female comprising (1) unbalanced stereo input;
Input impedance: 10 kΩ; Maximum input level: 2 Vrms
(1) RCA female S/PDIF coaxial digital audio input;
Input impedance: 75 Ω
(1) 8-wire RJ-45 female connector; Connects to AUDIO IN on receiver.
(1) 8-wire RJ-45 female connector; Connects to AUDIO OUT on
transmitter.
Consists of one or more analog or S/PDIF outputs. Connects to receiver
inputs(s). For details, refer to table in section ∑.
(2) RCA female comprising (1) unbalanced stereo output;
Output impedance: typical 100 Ω; Maximum output level: 2 Vrms
(1) RCA female S/PDIF coaxial digital audio output;
Output impedance: 75 Ω
The Crestron® AUD-EXT Series provides a solution for extending analog or digital (S/PDIF) audio
signals (depending on model) up to 2000 ft (610 m) over CAT5 cable. It is ideal for any application
that requires connecting a remotely located source to a receiver or audio distribution system.
There are four different AUD-EXT models, each providing different connectivity options. Refer to the
following table for details.
* If using only the unbalanced connection, the maximum length is 2000 ft (610 m).
Each audio extender is comprised of one transmitter and one receiver. Each component can be
mounted discretely in the back of an equipment rack or on any suitable flat surface. Linking the two
components requires just one run of high quality CAT5 cable (sold separately). Crestron offers a full
line of rugged cables and installation tools for a complete solution.
Introduction
DESCRIPTIONMODEL
(1) Unbalanced stereo signal; 2000 ft (610 m) max
(2) Unbalanced stereo signals; 2000 ft (610 m) max
(1) Unbalanced stereo signal and (2) S/PDIF signals; 600 ft (183 m) max*
(2) S/PDIF signals; 600 ft (183 m) max
AUD-EXT-100
AUD-EXT-200
AUD-EXT-201
AUD-EXT-202
13Dimensions
NOTE: Transmitters and receivers share similar dimensions.
5.12 in
(131 mm) 4.63 in
(118 mm)
3.47 in
(89 mm)
3.00 in
(77 mm)
3.79 in
(97 mm)
1.68 in
(43 mm)
AUDIO IN
L RCH1
AUDIO
OUT
AUD-EXT-100
TRANSMITTER
2Application Drawing
PHONE
CEN-NSP-1
AUD-EXT-201
TV WITH
ANALOG
OUT
Living room
Kitchen
Dining room
Den
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
CAUTION
RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK
DONOTOPEN
AVIS:RISQUEDECHOCELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
DIGITALIN
LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
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SPEAKEROUTPUTS
8Ω 120 W 4Ω 240 W
CLASS 2 WIRING
ELECTRONICS INC. ROCKLEIGH, N.J. 07647 USA
LEFT BRIDGE RIGHT
+ - + -
8OHMSONLY
+ -
SWAMPE-8
AUD-EXT-201
CRESTRON
Color Key
S/PDIF
Audio
Sonnex®Link
CAT5
HEAD END
CAUTION
RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK
DONOTOPEN
AVIS:RISQUEDECHOCELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
LEFT BRIDGE RIGHT
+ - + -
8OHMSONLY
+ -
LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
+ -
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SPEAKEROUTPUTS
8Ω 120 W 4Ω 240 W
CLASS 2 WIRING
ELECTRONICS INC. ROCKLEIGH, N.J. 07647 USA
ANALOGSOURCES
BALANCED
+- G + -
BALANCED
+- G + -
BALANCED
+- G + -
BALANCED
+- G + -
SPDIFOUT
LOOPTHRU
24Y Z G 24Y Z G SETUP
SPDIFSOURCES
DIGITALOUT
L
R
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24
13 14 15 16
10
9
LAN
G
SWAMP-24X8
SPEAKERS
Master
Bedroom
AUD-EXT-201
CRESTRON
For Regulatory Compliance information, refer to Doc. 7532.
QUICKSTART DOC. 7531A (2037378) 01.14

When connecting the devices, please observe the following:
●When connecting the transmitter to the receiver, Crestron recommends using
Crestron CRESCAT-IM (sold separately) or high-quality CAT5 twisted-pair
cable.
● Do not connect to a DigitalMedia™ network or device, or to any other network
or device.
NOTE: All cables and connectors are sold separately.
2
quickstart guide
AUD-EXT Series
www.crestron.com
888.273.7876 201.767.3400
Specifications subject to
change without notice.
AUD-EXT Series
For Regulatory Compliance information, refer to Doc. 7532.
QUICKSTART DOC. 7531A (2037378) 01.14
Audio Over CAT5 Extenders
* If using only the unbalanced connection, the maximum length is 2000 ft (610 m).
The specific patents that cover Crestron products are listed at patents.crestron.com.
Crestron, the Crestron logo, DigitalMedia, and Sonnex are trademarks or registered trademarks of Crestron Electronics, Inc. in the United States
and/or other countries.
Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the
marks and names or their products. Crestron disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others. Crestron is not responsible for errors in
typography or photography.
This document was written by the Technical Publications department at Crestron.
© 2014 Crestron Electronics, Inc.
5Hardware Hookup
Receiver
L RCH1
AUDIO OUT
IN
AUDIO
RECEIVER
AUD-EXT-100
Transmitter
AUDIO IN
L RCH1
AUDIO
OUT
AUD-EXT-100
TRANSMITTER
From Audio Source
6Specifications
Further Inquiries
To locate specific information or resolve questions after reviewing this guide, contact Crestron's True Blue Support at
1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876] or, for assistance within a particular geographic region, refer to the listing of
Crestron worldwide offices at www.crestron.com/offices.
To post a question about Crestron products, log onto Crestron’s Online Help at www.crestron.com/onlinehelp.
First-time users must establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features.
Future Updates
As Crestron improves functions, adds new features, and extends the capabilities of the AUD-EXT Series, additional
information may be made available as manual updates. These updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary
supplements prior to the release of a complete technical documentation revision.
Check the Crestron website periodically for manual update availability and its relevance. Updates are identified as an
“Addendum” in the Download column.
7Troubleshooting
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
AUDIO
Bandwidth
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise
Crosstalk
Power Requirements
Environmental
Temperature
Humidity
Available Models
AUD-EXT-100
AUD-EXT-200
AUD-EXT-201
AUD-EXT-202
20–20,000 Hz
> 100 dB
< 0.1%, 20 Hz, 2 Vrms
< -70 dB
None
41° to 122° F (5° to 50° C)
10% to 90% RH (non-condesing)
(1) Unbalanced stereo signal; 2000 ft (610 m) max
(2) Unbalanced stereo signals; 2000 ft (610 m) max
(1) Unbalanced stereo signal and (2) S/PDIF signals;
600 ft (183 m) max*
(2) S/PDIF signals; 600 ft (183 m) max
SWAMP-24X8