GoMax Electronics EX-57AL-2K Series User manual

HDMI 2.0 over IP Light Compression Multicast
System
User Manual
TX RX
rev: 180420
Made in Taiwan
EX-57AL-2K
The EX-57AL-2K HDMI 2.0 over IP Light Compression Multicast System has been tested for
conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international
use. However, like all electronic equipments, the EX-57AL-2K should be used with care.
Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to
minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
●Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
●Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, except where explained in this manual.
●Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
●Keep objects that might damage the device and assure that the placement of this unit is
on a stable surface.
●Use only the power adapter and power cords and connection cables designed for this
unit.
●Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the
device before cleaning.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................1
FEATURES.........................................................................................................................1
PACKAGE CONTENTS ......................................................................................................1
SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................2
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS.....................................................................................................3
IR PASS-THROUGH...........................................................................................................5
HDMI PIN DEFINITION.......................................................................................................6
CONNECTION DIAGRAM...................................................................................................7
OPERATION APPROACH..................................................................................................8
WARRANTY .....................................................................................................................12

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INTRODUCTION
The EX-57AL-2K HDMI 2.0 over IP Light Compression*Multicast System boosts up your
video/audio transmission distance up to 100m(330ft)** in Ultra-HD 4K2K@60(4:4:4) format. Users can
readily extend Ultra-HD sources from Blu-ray Disc player, PS3, PC, and any other HDMI sources broadcasting
to distant display monitors including HDMI or DVI enabled TV sets or LCD PC monitors. Besides EX-57AL-2K
is HDCP compliant, and supports IR and RS-232 pass-through path.
With broadcasting management software and 10 Gigabit Ethernet network switch (supported IGMP
Snooping), EX-57AL-2K is a complete Ultra-HD 4K2K@60(4:4:4) video broadcasting solution for digital
signage. It can transmit Ultra-HD 4K2K@60(4:4:4) HDMI video broadcasting over IP network. The
broadcasting format can be Point to Point, Point to Many, and Multi-Casting. Multi-casting is based on
Managed Gigabit Switch with 802.1Q VLAN function which provides control remotely, so multi video and
source allowed and supported.
FEATURES
●Supports uncompressed HDMI Deep Color, full 3D & 4K2K@60(4:4:4)
●Extends the transmission up to 100m (330ft) from the HDMI source at Ultra-HD 4K2K@60(4:4:4)*
●HDCP & EDID Bypass
●CEC support
●Auto equalization
●Pure unaltered uncompressed 7.1ch digital HDMI over cat.x transmission
●DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD high bit rate audio support
●Supports full frequency IR signal from 20KHz to 60KHz
●Bi-directional IR path-through
●Full Duplex RS-232 control up to 115,200 bps through connector
●Integrated port for LAN/ network device
●Cat.X extension and connection to a 10GbE Ethernet Switch (supported IGMP Snooping)
●Supports software to configure & update device and to control the switching operation of the various
signal types
●Supports IP pass-through
●Supports seamless switching
PACKAGE CONTENTS
●1x EX-57AL-2K [TX & RX]
●1x IR blaster
●1x IR receiver
●2x DC 5V
●1x User Manual
●1x Installation software CD
* Up to 4K@60 4:4:4 (4K@60 4:4:4 needs light compression)
** Cat-7 cable is recommended for better performance
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name
EX-57AL-2K
Technical
EX-57AL-2K[Tx]
EX-57AL-2K[Rx]
Role of usage
Transmitter [TX]
Receiver [RX]
HDMI compliance
HDMI Deep Color, full 3D & 4K2K@60(4:4:4)
HDCP compliance
Yes
Video bandwidth
Single-link 594MHz [18Gbps]
Video support
480i / 480p / 720p / 1080i / 1080p60 / 4K2K@30 / 4K2K@60(4:4:4)
HDMI over UTP
4K2K@60(4:4:4) 100m (330ft) [CAT 7]
Audio support
Surround sound [up to 7.1ch] or stereo audio
Equalization
Auto
Input TMDS signal
1.2 Volts [peak-to-peak]
Input DDC signal
5 Volts [peak-to-peak, TTL]
ESD protection
Human body model —±15kV [air-gap discharge] & ±8kV [contact discharge]
PCB stack-up
6-layer board [impedance control —differential 100Ω; single 50Ω]
IR pass-thru
Bi-directional
RS-232 support
Yes
Input
1x HDMI
1x 3.5mm
1x RJ-45
1x 3.5mm
Output
1x RJ-45
1x 3.5mm
1x HDMI
1x 3.5mm
In / Out
1x RS-232
1x RJ-45(Ethernet)
1x RS-232
1x RJ-45(Ethernet)
HDMI source control
Controllable via IR pass-through from RX to TX with IR extenders
HDMI connector
Type A [19-pin female]
RJ-45 connector
WE/SS 8P8C
3.5mm connector
IR receiver / IR blaster
IR receiver / IR blaster
Mechanical
EX-57AL-2K[Tx]
EX-57AL-2K[Rx]
Housing
Metal enclosure
Dimensions
[L x W x H]
Model
155 x 122 x 25mm[6.1" x 4.8" x 1"]
Package
371 x 170 x 77mm[1'5" x 6.7" x 3"]
Carton
410 x 368 x 393mm[1'3" x 1'4" x 1'5"]
Weight
Model
654g [23oz]
624g [22oz]
Package
2078g [4.6lbs]
Fixedness
Wall-mounting case with screws
Power supply
5V4A
Power consumption
Max 17W
Operation
temperature
0~40°C [32~104°F]
Storage temperature
-20~60°C [-4~140°F]
Relative humidity
20~90% RH [no condensation]

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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
Transmitting unit ►EX-57AL-2K-TX
1. Power LED: Power indicator LED
2. Link LED: Link indicator LED
3. Signal LED: When user connect to the source, the indicator LED will light
4. HDMI Signal OUT: Plug in RJ-45 cable that needs to be linked to the receiving unit
5. +5V DC: Connect to a 5V power supply unit
6. HDMI IN: Connect to a HDMI source with a HDMI male-male cable
7. IR Blaster: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR blaster
8. IR Receiver: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR receiver
9. RS-232: Connect to serial port device with a DSUB-9 male-male or male-female cable here
10. Ethernet Port: Ethernet control port
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Receiving unit ► EX-57AL-2K-RX
1. Power LED: Power indicator LED
2. Link LED: Link indicator LED
3. Signal LED: When user connect to the display, the indicator LED will light
4. HDMI Signal IN: Plug in RJ-45 cable that needs to be linked to the transmitting unit
5. EDID Button: To learn EDID from display
6. +5V DC: Connect to a 5V power supply unit
7. HDMI OUT: Connect to a HDMI display with a HDMI male-male cable
8. IR Blaster: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR blaster
9. IR Receiver: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR receiver
10. RS-232: Connect to serial port device with a DSUB-9 male-male or male-female cable here
11. Ethernet Port: Ethernet control port

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IR PASS-THROUGH
IR Extenders
IR Blaster
IR Receiver
IR Sockets
IR BLASTER: plug in the IR blaster to emit all IR command signals received from the IR
receiver from the other enf to control the devices corresponding to the IR signals.
IR RECEIVER: plug in the IR receiver to receive all IR command signals from the IR remote
controls of the corresponding devices.
Definition of IR Earphone Jack
IR Blaster
IR Receiver
You can buy any IR extension cables in the market that are compatible to the definition of
the IR sockets for the matrix if necessary for replacement use. However, IR cables longer
than 2m (6-ft) may not work.
Incorrect placement of IR Blaster and Receiver may result in the failure of the IR extenders. Please check
carefully before plugging in the IR extender to the respective IR sockets. Warranty will not cover the damage.
CAUTION!
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HDMI PIN DEFINITION
Type A (Receptacle) HDMI
Pin 1
TMDS Data2+
Pin 11
TMDS Clock Shield
Pin 2
TMDS Data2 Shield
Pin 12
TMDS Clock–
Pin 3
TMDS Data2–
Pin 13
NC
Pin 4
TMDS Data1+
Pin 14
Reserved (N.C. on device)
Pin 5
TMDS Data1 Shield
Pin 15
SCL
Pin 6
TMDS Data1–
Pin 16
SDA
Pin 7
TMDS Data0+
Pin 17
DDC/CEC Ground
Pin 8
TMDS Data0 Shield
Pin 18
+5V Power
Pin 9
TMDS Data0–
Pin 19
Hot Plug Detect
Pin 10
TMDS Clock+

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CONNECTION DIAGRAM
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OPERATION APPROACH
Software Control through Ethernet port
1. System Requirement
(1)OS information: Microsoft Windows XP/7/8/10
(2)Baud Rate: 57600
(3)Software size: 4MB
(4)Minimum RAM requirement: 256MB
2. Control Interface
When clicking on the executable file, the following dialog will pop up. Please click the
connect button to enter the control interface.
Before you start the software control, please click the lower right button (Initial Setting
button) of control interface to do some initial configuration.
1
Video Switching (Mapping)
4
Infrared Routing
2
Wall Switching
5
Firmware Update
3
RS-232 Routing
6
Custom Setting
(1)Video Switching (Mapping)
Dragging the Encoders icon to Decoders icon to do input/output mapping. After setting the
mapping, you also can click the right button to set up more video mode (ex. stop video)
*If output video is mute, please click right button on corresponding encoders and select
the start video function.

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(2)Walls Switching
User can define wall size by entering the wall parameters. Dragging Encoders or
Decoders to Wall and Wall Decoders icon to setup the video wall function. Please note
that the resolution of each Wall Decoders is divided by the wall size. For example, the
resolution of wall is 3840x2160 and the wall size is 4 (2x2), the resolution of each
decoders is 1920x1080. If you want to mute the video or remove the video wall, please
click the right button to select those function.
(3)RS-232 Routing
Bi-directional RS-232 Signal are transmitted between the device transmitter and receiver.
Dragging the RS-232 icon of Senders to Receivers to make connection and
sending/receiving data.
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(4)Infrared Routing
Bi-directional IR signal can be transmitted between the transmitter and receiver. The IR
signal can be generated either from receiver or a control system. You can drag the
Infrared Senders icon to Receivers to do the infrared routing.
(5)Firmware Update
Click the drop-down lists to select the file which you want to write into device
Select the device which you desire to update firmware
Click right button to choose update device item and firmware will start to update
After updating, please reboot the device
This default reset process will take about 5~10 seconds.

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(6)Custom Setting
In the right part of the control interface, we provide the save function for user to save the
video switching (mapping) into the flash memory. User also can rename the custom
setting.
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WARRANTY
The SELLER warrants the EX-57AL-2K HDMI 2.0 over IP Light Compression Multicast
System free from defects in the material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase
from the SELLER or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order
within 1 year warranty period, The SELLER, at its option, repair or replace the unit, provided that
the unit has not been subjected to accident, disaster, abuse or any unauthorized modifications
including static discharge and power surge. This warranty is offered by the SELLER for its
BUYER with direct transaction only. This warranty is void if the warranty seal on the metal
housing is broken.
Unit that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price
of parts and labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs are warranted for 90 days from the
day of reshipment to the BUYER. If the unit is delivered by mail, customers agree to insure the
unit or assume the risk of loss or damage in transit. Under no circumstances will a unit be
accepted without a return authorization number.
The warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without
limitations, any other implied warranty or fitness or merchantability for any particular purpose, all
of which are expressly disclaimed.
Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty. Customers outside Taiwan are
responsible for shipping charges to and from the SELLER. Cables and power adapters are
limited to a 30 day warranty and must be free from any markings, scratches, and neatly coiled.
The content of this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate.
However, The SELLER assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in
this manual. The SELLER will NOT be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special, or
consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of
the possibility of such damages. Also, the technical information contained herein regarding
the EX-57AL-2K features and specifications is subject to change without further notice.