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
1-2 1-3
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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Introduction, cont’d
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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
2-2 2-3
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.

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Connections
Transmitter connections
The two transmitter models are in quarter-rack width
enclosures.
On the DVI 201 Tx (figure 2-9), the input and local monitor
connectors are on the front panel and the rest of the connectors
are on the rear panel.
DVI 200 Tx Series
DVI INPUT LOCAL OUTPUT
POWER
12V
0.4A MAX
DVI 201 Tx
RS-232
PASS THRU
Tx Rx
DDC ROUTE
1 2
REMOTE
SPARE LOCAL
4 5 6
Rear Panel
Front Panel
21
Figure 2-9 — DVI 201 Tx transmitter’s front and
rear panel connectors
On the HDMI 201 Tx (figure 2-10), all connectors are on the rear
panel. The HDMI 201 Tx does not have a local output connector.
POWER
12V
0.4A MAX
RS-232
PASS T HRU
Tx Rx
12
HDMI INPUT
HDMI 201 Tx
4 3 5 6
Figure 2-10 — HDMI 201 Tx transmitter’s rear panel
connectors
aDVI input connector (DVI 201 Tx) — Connect a DVI cable
between this port and the DVI output port of the digital video
source. See DVI connector pin assignments on page 2-14 for pin
assignments.
bLocal output (DVI 201 Tx) — If desired, connect a DVI monitor
for local monitoring of the input digital image. See DVI
connector pin assignments on page 2-14 for pin assignments.
cHDMI input connector (HDMI 201 Tx) — Connect an HDMI
cable between this port and the HDMI output port of the digital
video source. See HDMI connector pin assignments on page 2-15
for pin assignments.
dDC power input connector — Plug the included external
12 VDC power supply into either this 2-pole captive screw
connector or the power input connector on the receiver (item h
on page 2-13). See Power supply wiring, on page 2-18, to wire the
connector.
eTransmitter output connector — Connect one end of two
separate TP cables to these RJ-45 female connectors on the
transmitter.
CDo not connect these devices to a computer data or
telecommunications network.
Connect the free ends of the same TP cables from the transmitter
to the receiver’s Input RJ-45 female connectors (item ion
page 2-13).
NConnect transmitter output 1 to receiver input 1.
Connect transmitter output 2 to receiver input 2.
NIf necessary, test for proper cable connection (output 1 to
input 1, output 2 to input 2) as follows:
1. Plug both TP cables into the powered unit.
2. Momentarily connect either of the cables on the
opposite end into the unpowered unit‘s “2” connector.
If the unpowered unit’s Power LED is lit, the
connection is correct.
If the unpowered unit’s Power LED is not lit,
quickly unplug the connector on the unpowered end
and connect the other cable to the “2” connector.
See TP cable termination, on page 2-16, to properly wire the RJ-45
connectors.
fRS-232 connector — Connect a serial communications port to
this 3.5 mm, 3-pole captive screw connector for bidirectional
RS-232 communication. See RS-232 connector wiring, on
page 2-19, to wire the connector.

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Receiver connections
The two transmitter models are in quarter-rack width
enclosures.
On the DVI 201 Rx (figure 2-11), the RS-232 Pass-Through
connector is on the front panel and the rest of the connectors are
on the rear panel.
DVI 200 Rx Series
POWER
12V
0.4A MAX
DVI 201 Rx
RS-232
PASS THRU
Tx Rx
1 2 DVI OUTPUT
8 9 10
Rear Panel
Front Panel
7
Figure 2-11 — DVI 201 Rx Receiver’s front and rear
panel connectors
On the HDMI 201 Rx (figure 2-12), all connectors are on rear
panel.
POWER
12V
0.4A MAX
12
HDMI OUTPUT
RS-232
PASS T HRU
Tx Rx
HDMI 201 Rx
811 79
Figure 2-12 — HDMI 201 Rx Receiver’s rear panel
connectors
gRS-232 connector — Connect a serial communications port to
this 3.5 mm, 3-pole captive screw connector for bidirectional
RS-232 communication. See RS-232 connector wiring, on
page 2-19 to wire the connector.
hDC power input connector — Plug the included external
12 VDC power supply into either this 2-pole captive screw
connector or the power input connector on the transmitter
(item don page 2-11). See Power supply wiring, on page 2-18, to
wire the connector.
iReceiver input connector — Connect one end of the two
separate TP cables from the transmitter (item eon page 2-11) to
these RJ-45 female connectors.
CDo not connect these devices to a computer data or
telecommunications network.
NConnect transmitter output 1 to receiver input 1.
Connect transmitter output 2 to receiver input 2.
NIf necessary, test for proper cable connection (output 1 to
input 1, output 2 to input 2) as follows:
1. Plug both TP cables into the powered unit.
2. Momentarily connect either of the cables on the
opposite end into the unpowered unit‘s “2” connector.
If the unpowered unit’s Power LED is lit, the
connection is correct.
If the unpowered unit’s Power LED is not lit,
quickly unplug the connector on the unpowered end
and connect the other cable to the “2” connector.
See TP cable termination, on page 2-16, to properly wire the RJ-45
connectors.
jDVI Output connector — Connect a DVI monitor or projector
for display of the transmitted direct digital image. See DVI
connector pin assignments on page 2-14 for pin assignments.
kHDMI Output connector — Connect a HDMI monitor or
projector for display of the transmitted direct digital image.
See HDMI connector pin assignments on page 2-15 for pin
assignments.

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Pin assignments and wiring
DVI connector pin assignments
Figure 2-13 define the pinout for the DVI protocol.
Pin Signal
1 TMDS data 2–
TMDS data 2+
TMDS data 1–
TMDS data 1+
DDC clock +5 V power
DDC data TMDS clock+Ground (+5 V)
CEC control* TMDS clock–Hot Plug Detect
TMDS data 0–
TMDS data 0+
Spare
Spare
Spare
Spare
Spare
Spare
TMDS data 2
shield
TMDS data 1
shield
TMDS data 0
shield
TMDS clock
Shield
Pin PinSignal Signal
2
9
10
17
4 12 20
5 13 21
6 14 22
7 15 23
8
* CEC control on pin 8 is a proprietary usage,
not the industry standard.
16 24
18
3 11 19
1
9
8
17 24
Female Connector Male Connector
Figure 2-13 — DVI connectors
HDMI connector pin assignments
Figure 2-14 define the pinout for the HDMI protocol.
Pin Signal
1 TMDS data 2+
TMDS data 2-
TMDS data 0–
TMDS clock- +5 V power
Hot plug detect
CEC control*
Reserved
(NC)
TMDS data 1+ TMDS clock+
TMDS clock
shield
SDA
DDC / CEC
Ground
TMDS data 2
shield
Pin PinSignal Signal
2
713
41016
11 17
12 18
19
* CEC control on pin 13 is a proprietary
usa
g
e, not the industr
y
standard.
14
3TMDS data 0-
TMDS data 0
shield
8
9SCL 15
TMDS data 1-
TMDS data 1
shield
5
6
HDMI HDMI
Type A Receptacle Type A Plug
1
18 2
19
1
182
19
Figure 2-14 — HDMI connectors

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TP cable termination
NRJ-45 termination with CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, or CAT
7 cable must comply with the TIA/EIA T 568A wiring
standard for all connections.
Figure 2-15 details the recommended termination of TP cables
with RJ-45 connectors in accordance with the TIA/EIA T 568A
wiring standard.
5
Pin
1 Data 0+
2 Data 0–
3
Data 1–
6 ID Clock–
7 Data 2+
8 Data 2–
4
Wire color
White-green
Green
White-orange
White-blue
Orange
White-brown
Brown
Signal
RJ-45 #1
ID Clock+
Clip DownSide
1
1&2
3&6 4&5
7&8
23 4 5 67 8
1Pins 23 4 5 67 8
RJ-45
Connector
Data 1+Blue
CEC
HPD
RS-232
TX
+12 V
RS-232
RX
DDC data
Ground
RJ-45 #2
DDC Clk
Twisted
Pairs
Figure 2-15 — TP cable termination
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 DVI or HDMI
Tx/Rx will not work properly with this cable.
NIf necessary, test for proper cable connection (output 1 to
input 1, output 2 to input 2) as follows:
1. Plug both TP cables into the powered unit.
2. Momentarily connect either of the cables on the
opposite end into the unpowered unit‘s “2” connector.
If the unpowered unit’s Power LED is lit, the
connection is correct.
If the unpowered unit’s Power LED is not lit,
quickly unplug the connector on the unpowered end
and connect the other cable to the “2” connector.
Terminating shielded cable
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.
The Tx/Rx includes four shielded RJ-45 connectors and a length
of self-adhesive shielded tape that you can use to make the STP
cables that connect the transmitter and receiver.
NExtron supplies the connectors and the shielded tape.
You must supply the CAT 5, 5e, 6, or 7 STP cable.
Terminate the STP cable as follows:
1. Peel back the cable shielding (figure 2-16) from the
end of the cable the length of the RJ-45 connector body
(approximately 7/8" [2.2 cm]) and fold it back.
Peel back shield and
fold back.
Figure 2-16 — Peeling back the cable shielding
2. Cut away and discard the clear cellophane inner wrapper
from the end of the cable back to the folded-over cable
shielding.

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3. Peel the backing off the self-adhesive shielded aluminum
tape and wrap it around the folded-over cable shielding,
slightly overlapping the beginning of the tape
(figure 2-17).
Aluminum Tape Wrap tape around folded foil shielding.
Slightly overlap.
Cut and save the excess tape
for other connectors.
Figure 2-17 — Wrapping the shielded tape
4. Cut the unused portion of the shielded tape and retain for
shielding other RJ-45 connectors.
5. Crimp the RJ-45 cable in the normal manner, folding the
tangs at the end of the connector over the shielded tape
(figure 2-18).
Crimped Connector
Figure 2-18 — Crimped RJ-45 connector
Power supply wiring
NA power supply connected to either unit in the pair
powers both units. Only one power supply is required.
Figure 2-19 shows how to wire the connector.
CPower supply voltage polarity is critical. Incorrect
voltage polarity can damage the power supply and
the transmitter or receiver. Identify the power cord
negative lead by the ridges on the side of the cord
(figure 2-19).
To verify the polarity before connection, plug in the power
supply with no load and check the output with a voltmeter.
WThe two power cord wires must be kept separate
while the power supply is plugged in. Remove
power before wiring.
Use the supplied tie-wrap to strap the power cord to the
extended tail of the connector.
Power Supply
Output Cord
Orange Captive Screw
Connector
0.3” (7 mm) MAX.
SECTION A–A
Ridges
Smooth
AA
Tie Wrap
Ferrite Bead
DC Power Cord
(between power supply
and DVI/HDMI unit
power connector)
Figure 2-19 — Power connector wiring
CThe length of the exposed (stripped) copper wires is
important. With the orange power connector,
the ideal length is 0.3" (7 mm). Longer bare
wires can short together. Shorter wires are not as
secure in the connector and could be pulled out.
NYour transmitter/receiver pair may have shipped with a
blue captive screw connector. This blue connector can be
plugged into either a blue or an orange power receptacle.
The ideal length of exposed (stripped) copper wire
for the blue connector is 0.2” (5 mm).
The blue connector does not have the extended tail or the
included tie-wrap.
NDo not tin the power supply leads before installing in
the direct insertion connector. Tinned wires are not as
secure in the connectors and could be pulled out of the
connector.
Snap the provided ferrite bead onto the DC power cable,
between the power supply and the DVI unit’s connector.
RS-232 connector wiring
Figure 2-20 shows how to wire the RS-232 connector.
Ground
Tx
Rx
Gnd
Receive
Transmit
Connected RS-232
Device Pins
Tx/Rx
Pins
Figure 2-20 — RS-232 connector wiring

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Operation
DVI 200 Tx SERIES
DVI INPUT LOCAL OUTPUT
POWER
12V
0.4A MAX
DVI 201 Tx
RS-232
PASS THRU
Tx Rx
DDC ROUTE
12
REMOTE
SPARE LOCAL
DVI 200 Rx SERIES
RS-232
PA S S T H RU
Tx Rx
HDMI 201
HDMI 201
2
1
1
DVI 201 Tx Transmitter Rear Panel
DVI 201 Tx Transmitter Front Panel
DVI 201 Rx Receiver Front Panel
1HDMI 201 Tx Transmitter Front Panel
1HDMI 201 Rx Receiver Front Panel
Figure 2-21 — Front and rear panel controls and
indicators
Transmitter control and indicator
aPower LED — This transmitter front panel LED lights to
indicate that the unit is receiving power.
bDDC Route switch (DVI 201 Tx only) — This transmitter rear
panel switch selects either the remote or local DVI display as the
route of the display resolution data (the display data channel
[DDC]) and HDCP copyright decoding keys.
Receiver indicator
aPower LED — This receiver front panel LED lights to indicate
that the unit is receiving power.
System operation
After the transmitter, the receiver, and their connected devices
are powered up, the system is fully operational. If any problems
are encountered, ensure all cables are routed and connected
properly.
NEnsure that the video source and display selected for the
DDC are properly connected to the transmitter/receiver
pair, and that the transmitter, the receiver, and the
display have power applied before power is applied to
the video source. If all other devices are not turned on
before the video source, the image may not appear.
Technical Points for Digital Video and Content
Protection Encryption
• Digital Visual Interface (DVI) is a digital video format
that was created by the computer industry in 1999.
• High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™)is a
multimedia format that was created by the consumer
video industry in 2003.
The HDMI format is built onto the DVI format,
adding digital audio and control while reducing the
size of the connector.
The HDMI format is likely to replace the DVI format
in the near future.
With passive adapters, the HDMI format is backward
compatible with the DVI format.
• With Extron adapters and/or cables, the DVI 201 fully
supports either format, regardless of the connector
type on the video source and display. See appendix A,
Reference Information, for part numbers.

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Appendix A
Reference Information
Specifications
Part Numbers
• High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is
an encryption method that protects copyrighted digital
entertainment material that uses DVI video.
HDCP is generated by video player hardware,
enabled by the video content.
The HDCP key is transmitted with the Display Data
Channel (DDC).
The DDC signal line was designed for the DDC’s low
data rate; the HDCP key rate is much higher.
♦Without active buffering, an HDCP key signal
can travel only a short distance. The display
may properly receive the digital video signal, but
not the HDCP key. Without the key, the display
cannot decrypt the video signal. Symptoms of
undecrypted video may include a flashing black
or blue screen or “snow”.
♦With active buffering, an HDCP key signal can
travel as far as other signals to ensure proper
decryption.
♦The DVI 201 and the HDMI 201 actively buffer
the HDCP key.
Troubleshooting
DVI/HDMI signals run at a very high frequency and are
especially susceptible to bad video connections, too many
adapters, or cables that are too long. To avoid the loss of an
image or introduction of image jitter, follow these guidelines:
• The DVI/HDMI cable on the input to the transmitter or
the output of the receiver should not exceed 10' (3 meters).
• Use only cable designed for DVI/HDMI signals.
• Limit or avoid the use of adapters.
• If the display exhibits a flashing black or blue screen,
snow, or other distortion, a non-HDCP compliant display
may be receiving an HDCP-encrypted signal.
Check for an HDCP problem by ejecting the DVD from
the player. If the display distortion stops and the DVD
menu or screensaver image is clear, the problem is
HDCP-related.

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Specifications
DVI 201 Tx/Rx Specifications
NThis product consists of a transmitter (DVI 201 Tx) and a receiver
(DVI 201 Rx) with twisted pair cables linking the transmitter and
receiver.
Interconnection between transmitter and receiver
Connectors ..................................... (2) RJ-45 per unit for 2 CAT 5/5e/6 cables
connecting the transmitter and receiver
Bit rate............................................. 5 gigabits/second total (1.65 gigabits/
second/color)
Signal transmission distance
1600x1200 @ 60 Hz (the highest resolution of the single link DVI
standard)
CAT 7 cable ................ 125' (38 m)
CAT 5/5e/6 cable...... 100' (30 m)
HDTV (1080i or 720p) or 1024x768 @ 60 Hz
CAT 5/5e/6/7 cable . 200' (60 m)
NThe transmission distance varies greatly depending on the signal
resolution and on the type of cable, graphic card, and display used in the
system.
Signal types and standards
Digital video ................................ RGB digital video (DVI and HDMI*
standards), actively buffered
YCrCb digital component video (HDMI
standard), actively buffered
(All single link DVI and HDMI* signal
formats are supported including 640x480
@ 60 Hz through 1600x1200 @ 60 Hz
computer video, and also 480p, 720p,
1080i, and 1080p HDTV signals)
N*An optional HDMI to DVI adapter is required if an HDMI signal is
used.
HDCP ............................................. HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection) using the DVI and HDMI
standards (for video, actively buffered,
transmitted through DDC lines)
N*An optional HDMI to DVI adapter is required if an HDMI signal is
used.
Digital audio ................................ HDMI* audio, actively buffered
(transmitted through RGB and YCrCb
lines)
N*An optional HDMI to DVI adapter is required if an HDMI signal is
used.
RS-232 ............................................ RS-232 serial data (pass-through)
CEC ................................................ Consumer Electronics Control (CEC)
wired infrared data using the HDMI
standard (pass-through)
N*An optional Extron HDMI to DVI adapter is required in order to
transmit a CEC signal.
EDID (DDC) ................................. EDID (Extended Display Identification
Data) and DDC (display data channel)
using DVI and HDMI* standards (actively
buffered)
N*An optional HDMI to DVI adapter is required if an HDMI signal is
used.
HPD ............................................... HPD (Hot Plug Detection of display, pass-
through)
Video input and loop-through (DVI 201 Tx)
Number/signal type..................... 1 DVI-D/HDMI* input,
1600x1200 @ 60 Hz max. resolution
1 DVI-D/HDMI* local loop-through
N*An optional HDMI to DVI adapter is required if an HDMI signal is
used.
Connectors ..................................... 2 DVI-D female
Video output (DVI 201 Rx)
Number/signal type..................... 1 DVI-D/HDMI*, 1600x1200 @ 60 Hz max.
resolution
N*An optional HDMI to DVI adapter is required if an HDMI signal is
used.
Connectors ..................................... 1 DVI-D female

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General
External power supply................. 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, external,
autoswitchable; to 12 VDC, 1 A, regulated
Power input requirements........... 12 VDC, 0.4 A for both transmitter and
receiver
NEach transmitter or receiver can be powered either locally by an external
power supply or remotely by receiver or transmitter on the other end of
the CAT 5/5e/6 cables.
Temperature/humidity................ Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) /
10% to 90%, noncondensing
Operating: +32 to +122 ° F (0 to +50 °C) /
10% to 90%, noncondensing
Rack mount.................................... Yes, with optional RSU 129 or RSB 129 1U
9" rack shelf, part #60-190-01 or 60-604-01;
RSU 126 or RSB 126 6" 1U deep rack shelf,
part #60-190-10 or 60-604-10;
or the VersaTools®RSF 123 or RSB 123 3"
1U rack shelf, part #60-190-20 or 60-604-20.
Also furniture mountable with optional
MBD 129 through-desk mount kit,
#70-077-02, or attachable to a projector
mount using an optional PMK 300 or
PMK 350 projector mount kit, #70-374-01
or 70-563-02/03.
Enclosure type ............................... Metal
Enclosure dimensions................... 1.0" H x 4.3" W x 3.0" D
(quarter rack wide)
2.5 cm H x 10.9 cm W x 7.6 cm D
(Depth excludes connectors.)
Product weight .............................. 0.5 lbs (0.3 kg)
Shipping weight ............................ 3 lbs (2 kg)
Vibration......................................... ISTA 1A in carton
(International Safe Transit Association)
Listings............................................ UL, CUL
Compliances................................... CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, AS/NZS, ICES
MTBF............................................... 30,000 hours
Warranty......................................... 3 years parts and labor
NAll nominal levels are at ±10%.
NSpecifications are subject to change without notice.
HDMI 201 Tx/Rx Specifications
NThis product consists of a transmitter (HDMI 201 Tx) and a receiver
(HDMI 201 Rx) with twisted pair cables linking the transmitter and
receiver.
Video input (HDMI 201 Tx)
Number/signal type..................... 1 single link HDMI input
Connectors .................................... 1 HDMI female
Interconnection between transmitter and receiver
Connectors ..................................... (2) RJ-45 per unit for 2 CAT 5/5e/6/7
cables connecting the transmitter and
receiver
Bit rate............................................. 5 gigabits per second total (1.65 gigabits
per second per color)
Signal transmission distance
HDTV (1080i or 720p) or 1024x768 @ 60 Hz
CAT 5/5e/6/7 cable . 200' (60 m)
HDTV (1080p) or 1600x1200 @ 60 Hz (the highest resolution of the
single link DVI standard)
CAT 7 cable ................ 125' (38 m)
CAT 5/5e/6 cable...... 100' (30 m)
NThe transmission distance varies greatly depending on the signal
resolution and on the type of cable, graphic card, and display used in the
system.
Signal types and standards
Digital video ................................ RGB digital video (DVI and HDMI
standards), actively buffered
YCrCb digital component video (HDMI
standard), actively buffered
(All single link DVI and HDMI signal
formats are supported including 640x480
@ 60 Hz through 1600x1200 @ 60 Hz
computer video, and also 480p, 720p,
1080i, and 1080p HDTV signals)
HDCP ............................................. HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection) using the DVI and HDMI
standards (for video, actively buffered,
transmitted through DDC lines)

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Digital audio ................................ HDMI audio, actively buffered
(transmitted through RGB and YCrCb
lines)
RS-232 ............................................ RS-232 serial data (pass-through) (on a 3.5
mm captive screw connector, 3 pole)
CEC ................................................ Consumer Electronics Control (CEC)
wired infrared data using the HDMI
standard (pass-through)
EDID (DDC) ................................. EDID (Extended Display Identification
Data) and DDC (display data channel)
using DVI and HDMI standards (actively
buffered)
HPD ............................................... HPD (Hot Plug Detection of display, pass-
through)
Video output (HDMI 201 Rx)
Number/signal type..................... 1 single link HDMI
Connectors .................................... 1 HDMI female
General
External power supply................. 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 6 W max.,
external, autoswitchable; to 12 VDC, 1 A,
regulated
Power input requirements........... 12 VDC, 0.4 A for both transmitter and
receiver
NEach transmitter or receiver can be powered either locally by an external
power supply or remotely by receiver or transmitter on the other end of
the CAT 5/5e/6/7 cables.
Temperature/humidity................ Storage: -40 to +158 ° F (-40 to +70 ° C) /
10% to 90%, noncondensing
Operating: +32 to +122 ° F (0 to +50 ° C) /
10% to 90%, noncondensing
Rack mount.................................... Yes, with optional RSU 129 or RSB 129 1U
rack shelf, part #60-190-01 or 60-604-01;
RSU 126 or RSB 126 6" deep rack shelf,
part #60-190-10 or 60-604-10;
or the VersaTools®RSF 123 or RSB 123 rack
shelf, part #60-190-20 or 60-604-20.
Also furniture mountable with optional
MBD 129 through-desk mount kit,
#70-077-02, or attachable to a projector
mount using an optional PMK 300 or
PMK 350 projector mount kit, #70-374-01
or 70-563-02/03.
Enclosure type .............................. Metal
Enclosure dimensions .................. 1.0" H x 4.3" W x 3.0" D
(quarter rack wide)
2.5 cm H x 10.9 cm W x 7.6 cm D
(Depth excludes connectors.)
Product weight .............................. 0.5 lbs (0.3 kg)
Shipping weight ........................... 3 lbs (2 kg)
Vibration ........................................ ISTA 1A in carton
(International Safe Transit Association)
Listings............................................ UL, CUL
Compliances................................... CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, AS/NZS, ICES
MTBF............................................... 30,000 hours
Warranty ........................................ 3 years parts and labor
NAll nominal levels are at ±10%.
NSpecifications are subject to change without notice.