geratech EGE-EXT-AUDOP-TX User manual

EGE-EXT-AUDOP-TX
Optical Digital Audio over CAT5e/6/7
Transmitter with RS-232 Control

EGE-EXT-AUDOP-TX
Optical Digital Audio over CAT5e/6/7
Transmitter with RS-232 Control

EGE-EXT-AUDOP-TX
Optical Digital Audio over CAT5e/6/7
Transmitter with RS-232 Control
DISCLAIMERS
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate.
Geratech assumes no responsibility for any infringements of patents or other rights of third
parties which may result from its use.
Geratech assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in
this document. Geratech also makes no commitment to update or to keep current the
information contained in this document.
Geratech reserves the right to make improvements to this document and/or product at any
time and without notice.
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© Copyright 2014 by Geratech.
All Rights Reserved.
Version VR1.0 March 2014
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EGE-EXT-AUDOP-TX
Optical Digital Audio over CAT5e/6/7
Transmitter with RS-232 Control
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
RDV1 04/11/13 Preliminary Release

EGE-EXT-AUDOP-TX
Optical Digital Audio over CAT5e/6/7
Transmitter with RS-232 Control
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 Front Panel............................................................................2
6.2 Rear Panel.............................................................................2
6.3 RS-232 Pin Denition ............................................................3
7. Connection Diagram ................................................................4
8. Specications ...........................................................................5
9. Acronyms ..................................................................................5

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Optical Digital Audio over CAT5e/6/7
Transmitter with RS-232 Control
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1. INTRODUCTION
The Optical (S/PDIF) IN & OUT with RS-232 Transmitter can send and receive S/PDIF
audio signal synchronously over a single run of CAT5e/6 cable up to 300m. With RS-232
control and PoE feature added this Transmitter can pair with Receiver unit together that
support device control and one side power supply.
2. APPLICATIONS
• Home sound system extension
• Conference and meeting room audio system sharing
• Showroom audio extension
• Airport announcement system
• Public sound system installation
3. PACKAGE CONTENTS
• Optical IN & OUT and RS-232 Transmitter
• 12V Power Adaptor
• Operation Manual
4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Input source equipment such as Blu-ray/DVD player and output connect to Receiver for
active speakers or sound systems. PC/Laptop for RS-232 command sending or RS-232
control device.
5. FEATURES
• Supports S/PDIF IN & OUT and RS-232 control
• Supports Optical S/PDIF audio sampling rate up to 192 kHz
• The S/PDIF with 192kHz sampling rate over a single CAT5e/6/7 cable up to 100m/328ft,
96kHz sampling rate the cable up to 150m/492ft and 48kHz sampling rate the cable up
to 300m/984ft
• Supports LPCM 2CH,Dolby Digital 2~5.1CH, DTS 2~5.1CH (Pass through)
• Support Bi-direction Power over Cable (PoC)
• Bi-directional RS-232 control

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Optical Digital Audio over CAT5e/6/7
Transmitter with RS-232 Control
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6. OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
6.1 Front Panel
OPTICAL
IN
OPTICAL
OUT
RS-232
1 2 3
1OPTICAL IN
Connect to source equipment such as DVD/Blu-ray player, Set-Top Box or game
console for audio input signal routing.
2OPTICAL OUT
Connect to active speakers and or AV ampliers with optical cable for audio output.
3RS-232
Connect from PC/Laptop for RS-232 command sending to control the device or with
control device.
6.2 Rear Panel
AUDIO - CAT
DC 12V
POWER
1 2 3
1AUDIO-CAT
Connect the AUDIO-CAT output to the AUDIO-CAT input of the Receiver unit using
CAT5e/6/7 cable.
2DC 12V
Connect the adaptor with power cord included in the package and connect to AC wall
outlet for power supply.
3POWER indicator
When power is ON, the LED will illuminate.

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Optical Digital Audio over CAT5e/6/7
Transmitter with RS-232 Control
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6.3 RS-232 Pin Denition
Pin Dene TX/RX
1 N/C
2 TxD / RxD
3RxD / TxD
4 N/C
5 GND
6 N/C
7N/C
8N/C
9 N/C

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Optical Digital Audio over CAT5e/6/7
Transmitter with RS-232 Control
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7. CONNECTION DIAGRAM
OPTICAL
IN
OPTICAL
OUT
RS-232
OPTICAL
IN
OPTICAL
OUT
RS-232
AUDIO - CAT
DC 12V
POWER
AUDIO - CAT
DC 12V
POWER
DVD/Blu-ray Player
DVD/Blu-ray Player
Amplier
Amplier
PC/NB
RS232 Control Device

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Optical Digital Audio over CAT5e/6/7
Transmitter with RS-232 Control
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8. SPECIFICATIONS
Input Port 1 x Optical
Output Port 1 x Optical
Control Port 1 x RS-232
Audio Sampling Rate Up to 192 kHz
Audio Format LPCM 2CH, Dolby Digital 2~5.1CH, and
DTS 2~5.1CH (Pass through)
CAT Cable Distance 192k@100m/328ft
96k@150m/492ft
48k@300m/984ft
Input Level/Frequency
Output Level
THD+N
Frequency Response
SNR
Crosstalk
Power Supply 12V / 1.25A DC (US/EU standards, CE/
FCC/UL certied)
ESD Protection Human body model:
± 8kV (air-gap discharge)
± 6kV (contact discharge)
Dimensions (mm) 78.5(W) x 83.5(D) x 30(H) (W/Connector)
78.5(W) x 72(D) x 30(H) (W/O Connector)
Weight (g) N/A
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 0.85w
9. ACRONYMS
ACRONYM COMPLETE TERM
Dolby Dolby Laboratories, Inc.,
DTS Digital Theater System