CYP COH-Tx User manual

COH-TX & COH-RX
HDMI to Optical Transmitter and Receiver
Operation Manual
Operation Manual

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Version 1.1 August 2011
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or
operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this
equipment:
• Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of re,
electrical shock and injury to persons.
• To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture or install this product near water.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
• Never push an object of any kind into this product through any
openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts
inside the unit.
• Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU
if it is damaged.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any
weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it.
• To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or
openings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for
sufcient space for air to circulate around the unit.
REVISION HISTORY
VERSION NO. DATE DD/MM/YY SUMMARY OF CHANGE
VS1 20/03/12 First Release

CONTENTS
1. Introduction............................................ 1
2. Applications........................................... 1
3. Package Contents ................................ 1
4. System Requirements............................ 1
5. Features.................................................. 1
6. Operation Controls and Functions....... 2
6.1 Transmitter Front and Rear Panels..2
6.2 Receiver Front and Rear Panels .....3
7. Support Timing Chart............................. 4
7.1 TV Timing ...........................................4
7.2 PC Timing ..........................................5
8. Connection Diagram ............................ 6
9. Specications ........................................ 7
10. Acronyms ............................................. 8

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1. INTRODUCTION
With HDMI becoming more and more popular around the world,
many consumers have been searching for a way to transmit HDMI
signals over very long distances. The HDMI to Optical Transmitter
and Receiver set which uses ber optical cables will give you longer
transmission distances (up to 300m) while also providing you with
thinner, lighter cables for easier installation. With this system the HDMI
signal is not compressed and is fully compliant with HDMI and HDCP.
2. APPLICATIONS
• Digital signage, airport displays, advertising, video walls or special
events
• Surveillance systems
3. PACKAGE CONTENTS
• HDMI to Optical Transmitter
• Optical to HDMI Receiver
• 2 x 5V DC Power Adaptors
• Operation Manual
4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Input source devices such as DVD or Blu-ray players with HDMI cables
and output display devices such as HDTVs and monitors equipped
with HDMI ports.
5. FEATURES
• HDMI v1.2, HDCP and DVI compliance
• Long transmission distances - up to 300m or more
• Thinner and lighter cables for easier, more discreet installations
• Faster data transmission
• Lower power consumption
• Support the reading of EDID information

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6. OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
6.1 Transmitter Front and Rear Panels
ERROR
HDMI LINK
HDMI
INPUT
OPTICAL
LINK
OPTICAL DC 5V
1
2
3 4 5 6
1
HDMI LINK
This blue LED will illuminate when at least one optical cable is
connected and has successfully detected and sent, between the
Transmitter and Reciever, a signal containing video or audio data.
2
ERROR
This red LED will illuminate when there appears to be an error in the
input signal data rate that is higher than 75MHz or the HDMI output
signal is not compatible.
3
HDMI INPUT
Connect to an HDMI input source such as a DVD or Blu-ray player
with a HDMI cable.
4
OPTICAL LINK
This blue LED will illuminate when the optical cable is connected
and has successfully detected and communicated data between
the Transmitter and Receiver.
Note: If the LED is not illuminated then users will need to check
the connection of the ber cable between the Transmitter and
Receiver units and then check the connection is good and that
the cable itself is correct and undamaged.
5
OPTICAL
Connect the Transmitter and Reciever units with ber optical cable
to transmit the data signal.
Note: Connector Type: LC-LC, Fiber: Duplex Multi-mode Fiber
6
DC 5V
Plug the 5V DC power supply into the unit and connect the
adaptor to an AC outlet. The LED will switch on when the power
cable is plugged in.

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6.2 Receiver Front and Rear Panels
OPTICAL DC 5V
HDMI
OUTPUT
ERROR
HDMI LINK
OPTICAL
LINK
1
2
3 4 5 6
1HDMI LINK
This blue LED will illuminate when at least one optical cable is
connected and has successfully detected and sent, between the
Transmitter and Receiver, a signal containing video or audio data.
2ERROR
This red LED will illuminate when there appears to be an error in the
input signal data rate that is higher than 75MHz or the HDMI output
signal is not compatible.
3HDMI OUTPUT
Connect to an HDMI Display device, such as a TV or monitor, with
a HDMI cable.
4OPTICAL LINK
This blue LED will illuminate when the optical cable is connected
and has successfully detected and communicated data between
the Transmitter and Receiver.
Note: If the LED is not illuminated then users will need to check
the connection of the ber cable between the Transmitter and
Receiver units and then check the connection is good and that
the cable itself is correct and undamaged.
5OPTICAL
Connect the Transmitter and Receiver units with ber optical cable
to transmit the data signal.
Note: Connector Type: LC-LC, Fiber: Duplex Multi-mode Fiber
6DC 5V
Plug the 5V DC power supply into the unit and connect the
adaptor to an AC outlet. The LED will switch on when the power
cable is plugged in.

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7. SUPPORT TIMING CHART
7.1 TV Timing
NO. Formats Field Rate Picture Aspect Ratio
1720x480p 59.94Hz/60Hz 4:3
2720x480p 59.94Hz/60Hz 16:9
31280x720p 59.94Hz/60Hz 16:9
41920x1080i 59.94Hz/60Hz 16:9
5720(1440)x480i 59.94Hz/60Hz 4:3
6720(1440)x480i 59.94Hz/60Hz 16:9
7720x576p 50Hz 4:3
8 720x576p 50Hz 16:9
91280x720p 50Hz 16:9
10 1920x1080i 50Hz 16:9
11 720(1440)x576i 50Hz 4:3
12 720(1440)x576i 50Hz 16:9
13 1920x1080p 23.97Hz/24Hz 16:9
14 1920x1080p 25Hz 16:9
15 1920x1080p 29.97Hz/30Hz 16:9

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7.2 PC Timing
Pixel
Format
Refresh
Rate
Horizontal
Frequency
Pixel
Frequency Standard Type
640 x 350 85 Hz 37.9 kHz 31.500 MHz VESA Standard
640 x 400 85 Hz 37.9 kHz 31.500 MHz VESA Standard
720 x 400 85 Hz 37.9 kHz 35.500 MHz VESA Standard
640 x 480 60 Hz 31.500 kHz 25.175 MHz Industry Standard
800 x 600 60 Hz 37.9 kHz 40.000 MHz VESA Guidelines
1024 x 768 60 Hz 48.4 kHz 65.000 MHz VESA Guidelines
1280 x 720 60Hz 37.9KHz 40.000MHz VESA Guidelines
1280 x 768 60Hz 37.9KHz 40.000MHz VESA Guidelines

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8. CONNECTION DIAGRAM
DVD or Blu-ray Player
Power
Supply
HDMI
Display
HDMI
Fibre
Optical
Cable
RX
TX
ERROR
HDMI LINK
HDMI
INPUT
OPTICAL
LINK
OPTICAL DC 5V
OPTICAL DC 5V
HDMI
OUTPUT
ERROR
HDMI LINK
OPTICAL
LINK
Power
Supply

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9. SPECIFICATIONS
Optical Fiber Duplex MM62.5/125um, LC-LC Connector
Transmitter
Input Port 1 × HDMI
Output Port 1 × Duplex Multi-mode Optical
Receiver
Input Port 1 × Duplex Multi-mode Optical
Output Port 1 × HDMI
HDMI In/Out Cable
Distance
Up to 10 Meters
Optical In/Out Cable
Distance
Up to 300 Meters
ESD Protection Human body model:
±8kV (air-gap discharge)
±4kV (contact discharge)
Power Consumption 5 V/1.25 A DC (US/EU Standards, CE/
FCC/UL certied)
Dimensions 114 mm (W) ×65 mm (D) ×26 mm (H)/
Each
Weight 200 g/Each
Chassis Material Metal
Silkscreen Color Black
Operating Temperature 0 ˚C ~ 40 ˚C/32 ˚F~104 ˚F
Storage Temperature −20 ˚C~60 ˚C/−4 ˚F ~ 140 ˚F
Relative Humidity 20~90 % RH (non-condensing)
Power Consumption 3.5W (each)

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10. ACRONYMS
ACRONYM COMPLETE TERM
HDCP High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection
HDMI High Denition Multimedia Interface

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