Gefen EXT-WHD-1080P-SR User manual

EXT-WHD-1080P-SR-TX
EXT-WHD-1080P-SR-RX
User Manual
Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz
Short Range
Release A3
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1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this product near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install or place this product near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12. To reduce the risk of electric shock and/or damage to this product, never handle or
touch this unit or power cord if your hands are wet or damp. Do not expose this
product to rain or moisture.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15. Batteries that may be included with this product and/or accessories should never be
exposed to open ame or excessive heat. Always dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
Important Safety Instructions

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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and Receiver unit
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
Receiver unit is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance.
In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded cables must be used with
this equipment. Operation with non-approved equipment or this equipment. Operation with
non-approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely result in interference to radio and
TV reception. The user is cautioned that changes and modications made to the equipment
without the approval of the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
FCC Statement

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Technical Support
[phone] [phone]
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacic Time
Fax
[phone]
Email
[email protected]
Web
http://www.gefen.com
Mailing Address
Gefen, LLC
c/o Customer Service
20600 Nordhoff St.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Product Registration
Register your product here: http://www.gefen.com/kvm/Registry/Registration.jsp
Contacting Gefen Technical Support

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• The Gefen Syner-G Software Suite is a free downloadable application from Gefen
that provides rmware upgrades for this product. Always make sure that the Wireless
for HDMI 5 GHz Short Range is running the latest rmware.
• The maximum extension distance for this product is 33 feet (10 meters) with a clear
line-of-sight. Obstructions such as walls and furniture, and RF interference may re-
duce performance and reception distance.
• This product operates in the 5 GHz RF region, and features a specic number of
channels. For number and location of these channels, see the user manual.
Other 5 GHz transmitters including Wi-Fi routers may be occupying the same
channels and may cause reception issues. When using 5 GHz Wi-Fi routers, it is
important to either turn off the 5 GHz radio in the router, or disable its Automatic
Channel Assignment and manually select channels for the router that are not in the
same area as where the EXT-WHD-1080P-SR units are located.
• Due to different transmission power levels, using this product with the Wireless for
HDMI 5 GHz Dual Inputs and Local Output (Gefen part no. EXT-WHD-1080P-LR)
is not recommended.
• Using multiple Sender and Receiver units:
► US Models: Up to 8 Sender units can be registered per Receiver unit.
Up to 4 Sender/Receiver systems can be operated in the same environment,
simultaneously. To install additional systems, place the next system at least
100 feet (30 meters) away from the other four systems in order to prevent
interference.
► EU Models: Up to 8 Sender units can be registered per Receiver unit.
Up to 2 Sender/Receiver systems can be operated in the same environment,
simultaneously. To install additional systems, place the next system at least
100 feet (30 meters) away from the other four systems in order to prevent
interference.
► Each Sender and Receiver unit must placed at least 1 meter apart for optimum
performance.
• This product is not compatible with the Wireless for HDMI Extender LR (Gefen part
no. GTV-WHD-1080P-LR) or the Wireless for HDMI Extender SR (Gefen part no.
GTV-WHD-1080P-SR).
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Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz Short Range is a trademark of Gefen, LLC.
© 2015 Gefen, LLC. All Rights Reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation
without prior written notice.
Operating Notes
This product uses UL listed power supplies.
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Features and Packing List
Features
• Wireless extension of HDMI up to 33 feet (10 meters)
• Supports resolutions up to 1080p Full HD, up to 7.1 channels of LPCM digital audio,
and up to 5.1 channels of Dolby® and DTS® formats
• Transmits through obstacles - does not require line-of-sight
• HDMI Features Supported
►3DTV pass-through
►HDCP pass-through
► Lip Sync
• Uncompressed High Denition A/V from source to display
• Less than 1 frame latency
• AES 128 Encryption
• Compatible with legacy DVI displays
• Sender unit:
► Small “Stick” connects directly to HDMI port
► Powered from a USB port or included power supply
►Ideal for temporary connection of mobile devices, laptops, cameras, etc.
• Receiver unit:
►IR Extender module included for hidden installations
► Small and compact form factor - can be installed behind the TV
► Flexible mounting options: ¼”-20 thread, wall mounting, shelf placement
• Handheld IR remote for easy setup and operation
• Firmware update via Mini-USB port using Gefen Syner-G™ software
• WHDI 1.0, FCC Part 15, and ETSI-compliant
• Additional Sender units (EXT-WHD-1080P-SR-TX) available separately
1080P
®
HDCP
Up to 8
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Packing List
The Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz Short Range ships with the items listed below. The packing
contents for each product are listed below. If any of these items are not present in the box
when you rst open it, immediately contact your dealer or Gefen.
EXT-WHD-1080P-SR
• 1 x Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz Short Range (Sender unit)
• 1 x Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz Short Range (Receiver unit)
• 1 x 5 ft HDMI cable (M-M)
• 2 x 5 ft USB-to-Mini B cable
• 1 x 1.5 ft USB-to-Mini B cable (angled)
• 2 x 5V DC power supplies
• 1 x IR remote control unit
• 1 x IR extender
• 2 x Mounting screws and wall anchors
• 1 x Quick-Start Guide
EXT-WHD-1080P-SR-TX
• 1 x Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz Short Range (Sender unit)
• 1 x 5 ft USB-to-Mini B cable
• 1 x 1.5 ft USB-to-Mini B cable (angled)
• 1 x 5V DC power supply
• 1 x Quick-Start Guide
Features and Packing List

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Table of Contents
1 Getting Started
Introduction............................................................................................................ 2
Sender Unit ................................................................................................... 2
Receiver Unit................................................................................................. 4
IR Remote Control ........................................................................................ 6
Installing the Batteries................................................................................... 7
Installation ............................................................................................................. 8
Connection Instructions................................................................................. 8
Sample Wiring Diagram ................................................................................ 9
2 Basic Operation
The Linking Process............................................................................................ 12
Getting Source Information ................................................................................. 14
Using Multiple Sender Units................................................................................ 16
Registering Sender Units ............................................................................ 16
Selecting a Sender Unit .............................................................................. 21
Changing the Name of a Sender Unit ......................................................... 23
Removing Sender Units .............................................................................. 26
3 Appendix
Surface-mounting Instructions............................................................................. 32
LED Indicator Messages ..................................................................................... 33
Icon Messages .................................................................................................... 35
Supported Resolutions........................................................................................ 36
Specications ...................................................................................................... 37
Index.................................................................................................................... 39

Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz
Short Range
1 Getting Started

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Sender Unit
Introduction
Getting Started Getting Started
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Page Title
ID Name Description
1 HDMI connector Connect this end of the Sender unit to the
HDMI port on the HD source.
2Mini-B USB port This port is used to power the Sender
unit. Connect the included USB to mini-B
cable from this port to the USB port on the
computer or connect the included power
supply directly to this port.
3 LED indicator Displays the current state of the Sender
unit. See LED Indicator Messages (page
33)for more information on LED indicator
messages.
4 Pairing / Info button Press this button to register a Sender unit
with a Receiver unit. See Registering Sender
Units (page 16)for more information.
This button is also used when performing a
rmware update using Gefen Syner-G™.
Introduction
Getting Started

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Page TitleIntroduction
Getting Started Getting Started
Receiver Unit
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Power Indicator
Info
Link
Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz R
HDMI IR IN
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Power Indicator
Info
Link
Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz R
HDMI IR IN
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Power Indicator
Info
Link
Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz R
HDMI IR IN
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Introduction
Getting Started
ID Name Description
1 Power Indicator Press this button to power-on or power-off
the Receiver unit.
2 Info Press this button to display the info screen on
the connected display.
3 Link This LED indicator displays the current
video status. See LED Indicator Messages
(page 33)for more information on LED
messages. The LED indicator, below the
Link indicator, is not used.
4Mini-B USB port Connect the included power supply to this
port.
5USB port This port is for factory use only.
6 HDMI Connect the included HDMI cable from this
connector to an HD display.
7 IR In Connect the included IR Extender to this port,
if required.
8 Tripod connector This 1/4” 20-thread hole can be used to
connect the Receiver unit to a camera tripod.
9 IR sensor This IR sensor receives IR signals. See
Connection Instructions (page 8).
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Input
Info
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HDMI IR IN
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IR Remote Control
ID Name Description
1 IR This button is not used.
2 Input This button is not used.
3▲, ▼, ◄, ► Press these buttons to select the desired
option in the Information Window.
4 OK Press this button to accept the current
change within the OSD.
5Sender Press this button to add, delete, or edit
Sender units. See Using Multiple Sender
Units (page 16)for more information.
6 Battery cover See Installing the Batteries (page 7) for
more information.
Input
RMT-WHD-1080P
OK
SenderIR
*Preferred
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Input
RMT-WHD-1080P
OK
SenderIR
*Preferred
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Getting Started
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Introduction
Getting Started
Installing the Batteries
1. Push and pull-up the tab at bottom of the IR remote to remove the battery cover.
2. Make sure that the batteries are installed with the correct polarity, as shown in the
illustration, below. Always use two 1.5V AAA-type batteries.
3. Replace the battery cover. Push the battery cover down until the tab snaps in place.
Warning!
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.
Input
RMT-WHD-1080P
OK
SenderIR
*Preferred
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Input
RMT-WHD-1080P
OK
SenderIR
*Preferred
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Battery cover tab
Battery cover

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Connection Instructions
The maximum extension distance for this product is 33 feet (10 meters) with a clear
line-of-sight. Obstructions such as walls and furniture, and RF interference may reduce
performance and reception distance.
This product operates in the 5 GHz RF region, and features a specic number of channels.
For number and location of these channels, see the user manual. Other 5 GHz
transmitters including Wi-Fi routers may be occupying the same channels and may cause
reception issues. When using 5 GHz Wi-Fi routers, it is important to either turn off the
5 GHz radio in the router, or disable its Automatic Channel Assignment and manually select
channels for the router that are not in the same area as where the EXT-WHD-1080P-SR
units are located.
►Video
1. Connect the Sender unit to the HDMI port on the HD source.
2. Connect the included HDMI cable from the HDMI Out port on the Receiver unit to
an HD display.
►IR Control - see Sample Wiring Diagram (page 9).
3. Connect the included IR Extender to the IR In port on the Receiver unit.
►Power
4. Connect each of the included power supplies from the USB Mini-B port on the Sender
and Receiver unit to an available electrical outlet.
Note that the Sender unit can also be powered by connecting the included USB to
Mini-B cable to a USB port on the computer.
Installation
Getting Started Getting Started
Information
Once the IR extender is connected to the Receiver unit, the IR sensor on
the Receiver unit will be disabled.

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Sample Wiring Diagram
Getting Started
Installation
EXT-WHD-1080P-SR
Sender unit
EXT-WHD-1080P-SR
Receiver unit
HDMI Display
IR Extender
Presentation Source
with HDMI output
(Up to 33 feet)
EXT-WHD-1080P-SR
HDMI CABLE
IR