Gefen HDMI CAT-5 IR User manual

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IR CAT-5
Extender
EXT-HDMIIR-CAT5
User Manual

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CONTENTS
1 Introduction
2 Operation Notes
3 Features
4 Sender Panel Layout
5 Sender Panel Descriptions
6 Receiver Panel Layout
7 Receiver Panel Descriptions
8 Connecting And Operating The HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender
9 Adjusting The HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender
12 Network Cable Wiring Diagram
13 Specifications
14 Warranty

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Congratulations on your purchase of the HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender. Your
complete satisfaction is very important to us.
Gefen
Gefen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions
that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies.
Gefen’s reliable, plug-and-play products supplement cross-platform computer
systems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes
with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate.
The Gefen HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender
Extending state-of-the-art digital video displays, computer monitors and IR
control signals has never been easier.
Distances of up to 150 feet at 1080p resolution (300 feet at 1080i resolution)
are guaranteed to perform beautifully, giving you a reliable method of all-digital
extension while streamlining your installation cabling needs.
How It Works
At the A/V source end, you connect the HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender Sender
unit to your HDMI source and its IR blaster to your devices IR eye using the
supplied cables. At the remote end, your HDMI display connects to the HDMI
IR Extender’s Receiver unit. Two CAT-5 cables connect the Sender and the
Receiver units to each other, allowing for up to 300 feet of A/V source extension.
Power-cycle all equipment and you will experience remote HDTV extension with
full IR control of your HDMI source.
For a sleeker appearance of your A/V equipment and greater installation
flexibility, optional Gefen IR eye (EXT-RMT-EXTIR) can be used to completely
hide the HDMI IR Receiver.
Note: The HDMI CAT-5 IR Extender system is HDCP compliant.
INTRODUCTION

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE HDMI CAT-5 IR EXTENDER
• The maximum cable extension is 300 feet (91 meters) for video resolutions
of 1080i and below.
• The maximum cable extension is 150 feet (45 meters) for video resolutions
of 1080p.
• If EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) is present anywhere near the CAT-5,
CAT-5e or CAT-6 video cables it may be necessary to use shielded cables.
This is to prevent possible interference from degrading the video signal.
Using shielded cable, however, will reduce the maximum distance that the
cables can be extended.
• Extensions under 130 feet (40 meters) can use Auto Equalization (Auto EQ)
which is on by default. Extensions over 130 feet (40 meters) will require you
to manually equalize your signal (see page 9).
• IR repeater functionality is only from the receiving unit to the sending unit. IR
data cannot be transmitted from the sending unit to the receiving unit.
• Each cable run must be one continuous run from one end to the other. No
splices or use of punch down blocks.
• High quality Shielded CAT-6 cabling should be used for maximum
performance.
• Do not use stranded or low/no skew cabling. Solid core cabling should be
used for maximum performance.
• HDMI 1.2 Compliant and HDMI 1.3 Compatible
• HDCP Compliant.
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OPERATION NOTES

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Features
• Supports resolutions up to 1080p, 2K, and 1920 x 1200
• Sends video up to 300 feet (1080i) / 150 feet (1080p) away
• Small and Compact, easy to install
• Improved compensation for cable skew
• A/V signals are sent digitally over CAT-5 cable for zero signal loss
• Eliminates equipment noise in the viewing environment
• Extends any IR device
• HDMI/HDCP Compliant
Package Includes
(1) HDMI CAT-5 IR Sender
(1) HDMI CAT-5 IR Receiver
(1) 6 Foot HDMI Cable (M-M)
(1) IR Blaster
(2) 5V DC Power Supplies
(1) Owner’s Manual
FEATURES

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Front Panel
Back Panel
1
4 5 6
2
3
SENDER PANEL LAYOUT

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1 LED Power Indicator
This LED will become active once the included 5V DC power supply is properly
connected between the sender and an open wall power socket.
2 HDMI Input
This input will accept one HDMI source device that will be extended to the
receiver’s location.
3 5V DC Power Receptacle
This receptacle will require power from the included 5V DC power supply for
proper operation.
4 IR Out (Blaster)
The included IR transmitter (blaster) connects to this output port. The IR
blaster’s IR emitter will need to be placed on or near the IR receiver of a device
for proper relaying of commands from the receiver.
5 Video CAT-5 Port
This port is used to connect the sending and receiving units together for Video
traffic. Use a CAT-5, CAT-5e or CAT-6 cable. When field terminating cable
please adhere to the TIA/EIA-568-B specification (page 12).
6 DDC CAT-5 Port
This port is used to connect the sending and receiving units together for DDC
traffic. Use a CAT-5, CAT-5e or CAT-6 cable. When field terminating cable
please adhere to the TIA/EIA-568-B specification (page 12).
SENDER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

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Front Panel
Back Panel
1 4
5 6 7 8
2 3
RECEIVER PANEL LAYOUT

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1 Equalization Adjustment
This Trim Pot is used to adjust the equalization that compensates for the
differences that are present in cable qualities and skews.Automatic equalization
(Auto EQ) is available and is set to on by default. Cable lengths that exceed 130
feet (40 meters) should not useAuto EQ.
2 Infrared (IR) Receiver
This IR receiver will relay IR commands from the receiving unit to the sending
unit for output to a IR transmitter (blaster) on a IR controllable device.
3 HDMI Input
This input will accept one HDMI source device that will be extended to the
receiver’s location.
4 LED Power Indicator
This LED will become active once the included 5V DC power supply is properly
connected between the sender and an open wall power socket.
5 Video CAT-5 Port
This port is used to connect the sending and receiving units together for Video
traffic. Use a CAT-5, CAT-5e or CAT-6 cable. When field terminating cable
please adhere to the TIA/EIA-568-B specification (page 12).
6 DDC CAT-5 Port
This port is used to connect the sending and receiving units together for DDC
traffic. Use a CAT-5, CAT-5e or CAT-6 cable. When field terminating cable
please adhere to the TIA/EIA-568-B specification (page 12).
7 Infrared (IR) Receiver Extension Port
This port will accept an optionally purchased IR extension cable (Gefen part#
EXT-RMT-EXTIR). This is useful for installations where the IR receiver, located
on the front panel (Item 2 on this page), is not in line-of-sight with the IR remote
control used to relay commands to the device at the sender’s location.
8 5V DC Power Receptacle
This receptacle will require power from the included 5V DC power supply for
proper operation.
RECEIVER PANEL DESCRIPTIONS