Extron electronics DVI 201 Tx/Rx User manual

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User’s Manual
Digital Video Transmitter and Receiver
68-1034-01 Rev. C
07 06
DVI 201 Tx/Rx
HDMI 201 Tx/Rx

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DVI 201 and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx • Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Chapter One • Introduction.................................................... 1-1
About this Manual .................................................................... 1-2
About the DVI 201 Tx/Rx and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx............... 1-2
TP cable advantages .............................................................. 1-3
Serial communications........................................................... 1-3
Transmission distance............................................................ 1-3
Features ........................................................................................ 1-4
Chapter Two • Installation and Operation................... 2-1
Mounting the Tx/Rx.................................................................. 2-2
Tabletop placement ............................................................... 2-2
Rack mounting ....................................................................... 2-2
Under-furniture mounting .................................................... 2-4
Through-furniture mounting ................................................ 2-5
Projector mounting................................................................ 2-6
PMK 300 mounting.................................................................2-6
PMK 350 mounting.................................................................2-8
Connections............................................................................... 2-10
Transmitter connections ...................................................... 2-10
Receiver connections ........................................................... 2-12
Pin assignments and wiring................................................ 2-14
DVI connector pin assignments...........................................2-14
HDMI connector pin assignments .......................................2-15
TP cable termination ............................................................2-16
Power supply wiring ............................................................2-18
RS-232 connector wiring......................................................2-19
Operation ................................................................................... 2-20
Transmitter control and indicator....................................... 2-21
Receiver indicator ................................................................ 2-21
System operation................................................................. 2-21
Technical Points for Digital Video and
Content Protection Encryption............................................ 2-21
Troubleshooting....................................................................... 2-22

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DVI 201 and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx
1
Chapter One
Introduction
About this Manual
About the DVI 201 Tx/Rx and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx
Features
68-1034-01 Rev. C
07 06
All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the properties of their respective owners.
Appendix A • Reference Information..............................A-1
Specifications ..............................................................................A-2
DVI 201 Tx/Rx Specifications.................................................A-2
HDMI 201 Tx/Rx Specifications .............................................A-5
Part Numbers ..............................................................................A-8
Transmitter/receiver pair part numbers ...............................A-8
Included Parts.........................................................................A-8
Mounting accessories ............................................................A-9
Cables......................................................................................A-9
Adapters .................................................................................A-9

DVI 201 and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx • Introduction
Introduction
DVI 201 and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx • Introduction
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Each pair ships with a single external desktop 12 V power
supply that accepts 100 to 240 VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz input. A
single power supply connected to either the transmitter or the
receiver can power both units through one of the TP cables that
link the units.
TP cable advantages
Twisted pair cable is much smaller, lighter, more flexible, and
less expensive than coaxial or DVI or HDMI cable. These
transmitter and receiver twisted pair (TP) products make cable
runs simpler and less cumbersome. Termination of the cable
with RJ-45 connectors is simple, quick, and economical.
NThe transmitter and receiver pair works with unshielded
twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables;
but, to ensure FCC Class A and CE compliance, STP
cables are recommended.
NDo not use Extron’s UTP23SF-4 Enhanced Skew-Free™
A/V UTP cable to link the transmitter and receiver.
Skew-free A/V cable was designed for most Extron TP
transmitter/receiver applications, but the Tx/Rx will not
work properly with this cable.
Serial communications
The RS-232 and/or Consumer Electronics Control (CEC)
communications are via a passive pass-through only; the
transmitter and receiver do not generate or respond to these
signals.
Transmission distance
The maximum distance is determined by the resolution of the
signal and the UTP cable that is used.
With CAT 5/5e/6 UTP cable, the Tx/Rx pair can transmit and
receive 720p and 1080i HDTV or XGA video signals up to 200'
(60 m) and 1080p HDTV or UXGA video up to 100' (30 m).
With CAT 7 UTP cable, the Tx/Rx pair can transmit and receive
720p and 1080i HDTV or XGA video signals up to 200' (60 m)
and 1080p HDTV or UXGA video up to 125' (38 m).
About this Manual
This manual contains information about the Extron
DVI 201 Tx/Rx and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx transmitter and receiver
pairs, including how to install, operate, and configure them.
NIn this manual, the term "Tx/Rx" refers to either
product.
About the DVI 201 Tx/Rx and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx
The Extron DVI 201 Tx/Rx is a Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
transmitter/receiver set. The HDMI 201 Tx/Rx is a High
Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) transmitter/receiver
set. The transmitter/receiver sets extend the usable distance of
DVI or HDMI digital video, and RS-232 control signals over two
Category (CAT) 5/5e/6/7 twisted pair (TP) cables. The video
and control signals can be transmitted up to 200' (60 m).
DVI200TX SERIES
LOCALOUTPUT
DVINPUT
Multimedia
PC
Projector
Extron
DVI 201 Tx
Trans mit ter Extron
DVI 201 Rx
Receiver
DVI Cable
DVI 200
RS-232
PASSTHRU
TxRx
RS-232
Control
CAT 5/5e/6/7 UTP up to 200’
RS-232
Figure 1-1 — Typical transmitter and receiver application
The transmitter and receiver pairs consists of a Tx transmitter
and an Rx receiver that can handle a single link of
DVI-D or HDMI digital video, depending on the model.
NThe Tx/Rx is comprised of the transmitter-receiver
pair. The transmitter and receiver cannot be purchased
separately.

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DVI 201 and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx
Features
Transmits single link DVI-D or HDMI signals over two
CAT 5/5e/6/7 cables — Standard twisted pair cables
provide an economical, easily installed cable solution.
Long distance transmission —
CAT 5/5e/6 UTP cable — Accommodates 720p and 1080i
HDTV or XGA video over 200' (60 m), and 1080p HDTV
or UXGA (1600 x 1200) over 100' (30 m).
CAT 7 UTP cable — Accommodates 720p and 1080i HDTV or
XGA video over 200' (60 m), and 1080p HDTV or UXGA
(1600 x 1200) over 125' (38 m).
Local monitor output (DVI 201 Tx/Rx only) — The DVI 201 Tx
transmitter features a DVI-D output for connection to
local monitor.
Supports DDC and HDCP copy protection transmission —
The Tx/Rx pairs fully support long distance transmission
of the DDC and HDCP signals.
DDC routing to local or remote display (DVI 201 Tx/Rx only) —
At the DVI 201 Tx, the DDC or HDCP signal is directed to
either the local display or the remote display, depending
on which is more critical in receiving the signal.
Remote powering of transmitter or receiver — Only one power
supply is necessary to power both devices.
RS-232 pass-through — Bidirectional RS-232 control signals can
be transmitted alongside the DVI or HDMI signal, so that
the remote display can be controlled without the need for
additional cabling.
Supports CEC signal transmission
1"high, quarter rack width, metal enclosures — With low
profile enclosures, both transmitter models and both
receiver models can be discreetly installed in locations,
such as behind a plasma or LCD flat-panel display.
External 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, international power
supply (part #70-055-01) included
2
Chapter Two
Installation and Operation
Mounting the Tx/Rx
Connections
Operation
Technical Points for Digital Video and Content Protection Encryption
Troubleshooting

DVI 201 and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx • Installation
Installation
DVI 201 and HDMI 201 Tx/Rx • Installation
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Mounting the Tx/Rx
CInstallation and service must be performed by
authorized personnel only.
The 1" high, quarter-rack width transmitters and receivers can
be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, mounted
under a desk or tabletop, or mounted on a projector bracket.
Tabletop placement
Affix the four included rubber feet to the bottom of the
transmitter or receiver unit and place it in any convenient
location.
Rack mounting
For optional rack mounting, mount the transmitter or receiver
on any of the following rack shelves:
• RSF 123 3" deep VersaTools®rack shelf kit (part #60-190-
20) (figure 2-1)
• RSB 123 3" deep VersaTools rack shelf (part #60-604-20)
• RSU 126 6" deep universal rack shelf kit (part #60-190-10)
• RSB 126 6" deep basic rack shelf (part #60-604-10)
• RSU 129 9" deep 1U universal rack shelf kit
(part #60-190-01) (figure 2-2)
• RSB 129 9" deep 1U basic rack shelf (part #60-604-01)
On the non-VersaTools rack shelves, the transmitter or receiver
unit can be mounted in the front or the rear of the rack.
1. Remove the feet from the bottom of the transmitter or
receiver unit, if they are installed.
2. Mount the transmitter or receiver unit using two
4-40 x 3/16" screws in opposite (diagonal) corners to
secure the transmitter or receiver to the shelf.
3. Install false faceplate(s) or other unit(s) to the rack shelf.
(2) 4-40 x 3/16"
Screws
Use 2 mounting holes on
opposite corners.
VersaTools Rack Shelf
1/4 Rack Width Front
False Faceplate
Figure 2-1 — Mounting the transmitter or receiver
unit on a VersaTools rack shelf
Use 2 mounting holes on
opposite corners.
(2) 4-40 x 3/16"
Screws
1U Universal Rack Shelf
Both front false faceplates
use 2 screws.
1/4 Rack Width Front False
Faceplate
1/2 Rack Width Front False
Faceplate
Figure 2-2 — Mounting the transmitter or receiver
unit on a standard rack shelf

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Under-furniture mounting
The transmitter or receiver can be mounted under a table or
other horizontal surface using an optional Extron MBU 125
under-desk mounting kit (part #70-077-01). Mount the
transmitter or receiver under a desk or table as follows:
1. Secure the under-desk mounting brackets to the
transmitter or receiver with the four machine screws
provided in the mounting kit (figure 2-3).
Figure 2-3 — Under-desk mounting
2. Hold the transmitter or receiver with attached brackets
against the underside of the desk or other furniture. Mark
the location of holes for screws on the desk.
3. Drill 1/4" (6.4 mm) deep, 3/32" (2 mm) diameter pilot
holes in the table or desk at the marked screw locations
from the underside or inside (the concealed side) of the
furniture, where the transmitter or receiver will be located.
4. Insert the four wood screws into the pilot holes. Fasten
each screw into the installation surface until just less than
1/4" of the screw head protrudes.
5. Align the installed screws with the slots in the mounting
brackets, and place the transmitter or receiver against the
surface, with the screws through the bracket slots.
6. Slide the transmitter or receiver slightly forward or back,
then tighten all four screws to fasten it in place.
Through-furniture mounting
The transmitter or receiver can be mounted through a desk or
other furniture using an optional Extron MBD 129 through-desk
mounting kit, part #70-077-02. Mount the transmitter or receiver
through a desk or table as follows (figure 2-4):
Figure 2-4 — Through-desk mounting
1. Loosely attach the mounting brackets to the transmitter
or receiver using the four machine screws and washers
supplied with the mounting kit.
2. Hold the transmitter or receiver against the inside of the
surface through which it will be mounted. Mark the four
screw holes on the inside of the surface to which you are
mounting the device.
3. Drill four pilot holes, each 3/32" in diameter by 1/4" deep,
where you made marks.
4. Using the four wood screws provided, secure the brackets
to the mounting surface.

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5. Slide the transmitter or receiver up and down in the
mounting brackets until the face of the transmitter or
receiver is at the desired height. Tighten the screws that
secure the brackets in place.
If the screws are inaccessible to a screwdriver:
a. Mark the location of the brackets relative to the screws.
b. Remove the transmitter or receiver from inside the
furniture.
c. Tighten the screws.
d. Replace the unit inside the surface (step 4).
Projector mounting
The receiver can be mounted on a projector bracket using either
of the following optional Extron projector mounting kits:
• PMK 300 projector mounting kit (part #70-374-01)
• PMK 350 low profile projector mounting kit
(part #70-563-02 [black] or part #70-563-03 [white])
PMK 300 mounting
Mount the receiver to a PMK 300 bracket as follows:
1. If necessary, remove the feet from the bottom of the
receiver.
2. Mount the receiver to one of the bracket’s three mounting
plates using two of the supplied 4-40 x 3/16" screws in
opposite (diagonal) corners to secure the device to the
bracket. It can be vertically mounted facing either up or
down (figure 2-5).
NOn the side mounting plates, the device is typically
mounted on the outside of the bracket.
On the front mounting plate, the device is typically
mounted on the inside of the bracket.
3. If power supply is connected to the receiver, use the two
included tie wraps to strap the power supply to one of the
brackets.
NThe PMK 300 has a hole in the bottom plate that
allows the projector pole to be inserted through the
center of the plate (figure 2-6), rather than outside of
the plate (figure 2-5). To install the PMK 300 in this
configuration, slide the bracket up from the bottom of the
pole before the projector is installed on the pole.
4. Place the contoured bracket base against the pole and
opposite the back plate. The pole should fit snugly into the
depression in the center of the bracket base.
Extron
PMK 300
Multi-product Projector Mount Kit
U-Bolt
Front Mounting
PLate
Side Mounting
PLate
Extron
DVI 201 or HDMI 201
Receiver
Power Supply
Countoured
Bracket
Brace
Figure 2-5 — PMK 300 projector mounting a receiver
U-Bolt
Extron
PMK 300
Multi-product Projector
Mount Kit
Contoured
Bracket
Brace
Extron
DVI 201 or HDMI 201
Receiver
Power Supply
Figure 2-6 — Projector pole on the inside

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5. Place the U-bolt around the ceiling pole and insert the
two legs of the U-bolt through the round holes on the
contoured bracket base and then through the slotted holes
on the bracket’s mounting plate.
NThe supplied U-bolt fits a typical (1.5" to 2.0" diameter)
ceiling pole.
6. Secure the bracket to the U-bolt with the included hex
nuts, washers, and lock washers. Tighten the hex nuts just
enough that they can be loosened by hand.
PMK 350 mounting
Mount the receiver to a PMK 350 bracket as follows:
1. Remove the front and back plates from the PMK 350
(figure 2-7), using an Extron Tweeker or a #2 Philips
screwdriver. Retain the screws to reattach the plates when
you are finished.
Extron
PMK 350
Multi-product Projector
Mounting Kit
Cover Sheet
Front Plate
Rear Plate
U-bolt
L-shaped
Bracket
Contoured
Base
Extron
Power Supply
Extron
Quarter-rack
Sized Product
Figure 2-7 — PMK 350 projector mounting a receiver
2. If necessary, remove the feet from the bottom of the
receiver.
3. Secure the receiver to one side of the mounting tray,
using two of the supplied 4-40 x 3/16" screws in opposite
(diagonal) corners.
4. If power supply is connected to the receiver, use the
two included tie wraps to strap the power supply to the
bracket.
5. Place the PMK 350 around the projector ceiling mounting
pole (figure 2-7).
6. Assemble the U-bolt and the following parts in the
following order (figure 2-8):
a. Pass the legs of the U-bolt through the slotted holes on
the mount plate flange.
b. Place the legs around the projector pole.
c. Pass the legs through the holes in the contour base.
NThe pole fits snugly into the depression in the
center of the contoured base.
d. Pass the legs through the holes in the L-shaped bracket.
NThe supplied U-bolt fits a typical (1.5" to 2.0"
diameter) ceiling pole.
U-bolt
Slotted Hole
in PMK Tray
L-shaped
Bracket
L-shaped
Bracket Screws
Contoured
Base
Ceiling
Pole
Mount Plate
Flange
Figure 2-8 — Hanging the tray on the pole
7. Align the two slotted holes in the bottom of the L-shaped
bracket with the two slotted holes in the base of the tray,.
Secure the L-bracket to the base by inserting two provided
6-32 x 5/16" screws through the aligned slots.
8. Move the PMK 350 up to the desired location on the ceiling
pole, as close to the ceiling as desired.
9. Secure the L-shaped bracket to the U-bolt using the
included hex nuts, washers, and lock washers. Tighten the
hex nuts securely.
NBe sure to tighten the hex nuts securely enough that the
PMK 350 does not slide down the ceiling pole. A socket
wrench is recommended to tighten the hex nuts.
10. Secure the front panel to the mounting tray with four of
the included #6 screws.
11. If desired, choose one of the provided four sizes of self-
adhesive cover sheets, and apply it to the underside of the
mounting tray.