gofanco HDExt4P-HD14 User manual

1x4 HDMI 1.4 Splitter/Extender
User's Guide
G4-0124A
P/N:HDExt4P-HD14

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Important Safety Notices
Pleasereadsafetyinstructionscarefullybeforeinstallation
and operation.
• Please pay close attention to all warnings and hints
for this device
• Do not expose this unit to rain, heavy moisture, or
liquid
• Do not put any items into the device or attempt to
modify its operation
• Do not repair the device or open the enclosure
without professional guidance to avoid electric
shocks. Doing so may void your warranty
• Keep the product in a well-ventilated location to
avoid damage from overheating
• Shut off power and make sure environment is safe
before installation
• Do not plug the HDMI cables and IR cables
in/out when the device is in use to avoid cable
damage. Make sure they are plugged into the
correct ports
• Use the included power adapter only. Make sure
the specification matches if using 3rd-party DC
power adapters

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Introduction
The 1x4 HDMI 1.4 Splitter/Extender distributes HDMI
signals from one source device to four CAT6/7 outputs
and one HDMI output (loopout).
Features
• Distributes HDMI signals from one source to four
CAT6/7 outputs
• One HDMI loopout on the transmitter
• CAT6/7 outputs: Up to 70m (230ft) at 1080p and
50m (164ft) at 4K
• HDMI 1.4 and HDCP 1.4 compliant
• Supports up to 4K@30Hz YUV 4:4:4, 1080p @60Hz
YUV 4:4:4
• Supports Power over Cable (PoC), bi-directional IR
control, audio extraction, and firmware upgradable
• Near zero latency
• Lightning/Surge/ESD protection
Installation Requirements
• HDMI source devices (DVD player, set top box, PC,
etc.)
• HDMI displays (SDTV/Monitor, HDTV/Monitor,
projector, etc.)
• HDMI cables (not included)
• CAT cables (not included)

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PackageContents
1x4 HDMI 1.4 Splitter/Extender
• 1x 1x4 HDMI 1.4 Splitter/Extender
• 4x CAT6/7 Receivers
• 5x IR Receiver cables
• 1x IR Emitter cable
• 1x Power adapter (24V/2.71A)
• Surface mount accessories
• 4x Velcro strips
• 4x Plastic cushions
• 1x User guide
Product Layout
Figure 1: 1x4 HDMI 1.4 Splitter/Extender Front Panel Layout
1Power LED: On when the Splitter/Extender is
powered on; Off when the Splitter/Extender is
powered off
2EDID: 3-Pin EDID selector switch
• 5.1CH Audio: Uses EDID 1080p@60Hz 5.1CH
•2.0CH Audio: Uses EDID 1080p@60Hz 2.1CH
•Copy Display: Uses the EDID of the connected
display with the lowest resolution

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Figure 2: 1x4 HDMI 1.4 Splitter/Extender Rear Panel Layout
1HDMI In: Connects to your HDMI source
2Outputs:
•HDMI Loopout: Connectsto a localHDMIdisplay
•CAT6/7 Out (1-4): Connects to the CAT6/7 In of
the CAT6/7 Receivers using a CAT6/7 cable. It
supports PoC to power the receiver over CAT cable.
The orange LED illuminates when and HDMI signal
is detected. The green LED illuminates when
powered on
3IR In: Five 3.5mm IR input jacks for connecting the
IR Receivers
•IR All In: Connects to an IR Receiver cable. Sends
IR signals to all CAT6/7 Receivers to control all
display devices
• IR In (1-4): Connects to an IR Receiver cable. Sends
IR signals to the respective CAT6/7 Receiver to
control the display device
4Control:
• IR Out: Connects to an IR Emitter cable. Receives
IR signals from the CAT6/7 Receivers to control the
source device
•FW: USB Type-A port for firmware update

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Figure 3: CAT 6/7 Receiver Front and Back Panel Layout
5Audio Out:
• S/PDIF Out: Toslink output for audio
de-embedding from the HDMI output
•L/R Out: RCA analog stereo output for audio
de-embedding from the HDMI output
6Power Jack: Connects to the included 24V power
adapter
1HDMI Out: Connects to an HDMI display
2CAT6/7 In: Connects to the CAT6/7 Out of the
Splitter/Extenderusing a CAT6/7cable. It supports
PoC to power the receiver over CAT cable. The
orange LED illuminates when and HDMI signal is
detected.The green LEDilluminates whenpowered
on
3IR In: Connects to an IR Receiver cable
4IR Out: Connects to an IR Emitter cable

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Hardware Installation
1. Power off all devices including your HDMI source
and HDMI display(s).
2. ConnectyourHDMIsourcedevicetothe1x4 HDMI
1.4Splitter/Extender's HDMI Inconnector with an
HDMI cable (HDMI cable not included).
3. ConnectyourCAT6/7cables between theSplitter/
Extender and CAT6/7 Receivers.
4. Optional: Connect an HDMI display to the HDMI
Out connector of the Splitter/Extender using an
HDMI cable (HDMI cable not included). This
connection is needed only if you require local
monitoring of the HDMI signal.
5. Connect an HDMI display to each CAT6/7
Receiver's HDMI Out connector with an HDMI
cable (HDMI cables not included).
6. Optional: Connect the IR Receiver cables and the
IR Emitter cable to the IR interface ports. This
connection is needed only if you need to control
your HDMI devices from the remote location. See
IR Control, starting on page 9, for proper IR
connection.
7. Plug the included power adapter into the Splitter/
Extender'sPowerJack,thenplugthepoweradapter
into a reliable power outlet. Note: The CAT6/7
Receivers do not need power adapters, they can be
powered from the Splitter/Extender over CAT
cable with PoC technology.
8. Power on your HDMI source device and HDMI
display(s). The Splitter/Extender is ready for use.

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ApplicationDiagram
The application diagram shows the most typical input
and output devices used with the Splitter/Extender.
Figure 4: Application Diagram
CAT Cable Wiring
We suggest both RJ-45 connectors be wired identically
using T568B wiring standard for the best performance
and compatibility.

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IR Control
Provides IR control of the connected devices. The IR
feature is bi-directional so either the source device or the
display device(s) can be remotely controlled.
Controlling the Source Device
1. Connect an IR Emitter Cable to the IR Out port of the
Splitter/Extender.
2. Point the IR Emitter Cable's IR eye in line with the
source device's IR window.
3. Connect an IR Receiver Cable to the IR In port on
each CAT6/7 Receiver.
Figure 5: Source Device IR Control Connection Diagram

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Controlling the Display Device(s) using IR In
Allowsyou to remotelycontroleach display individually.
1. Connect an IR Receiver Cable to the IR In port of the
Splitter/Extender.
2. Connect an IR Emitter Cable to the IR Out port on
each CAT6/7 Receiver.
3. Point the IR Emitter Cable's IR eye in line with the
display's IR window.
Figure 6: Display Device IR Control Connection Diagram