Gomax SP-5004VZC User manual

1x4 4K-HDR HDMI Splitter over Single
Cat.X with HDBaseT-Lite, IR, RS-232,
PoC & Loopout
User Manual
rev: 190314
Made in Taiwan
SP-5004VZC
The SP-5004VZC 1x4 4K-HDR HDMI Splitter over Single Cat.x with HDBaseT-Lite, IR, RS-232,
PoC & Loopout has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has
been certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipments, the SP-5004VZC 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 ......................................................................................................2
SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................................3
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS.....................................................................................................4
IR PASS-THROUGH...........................................................................................................5
CONNECTION DIAGRAM...................................................................................................6
NOTICE...............................................................................................................................7
WARRANTY........................................................................................................................9

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INTRODUCTION
The SP-5004VZC 1x4 4K-HDR HDMI Splitter over Single Cat.x with HDBaseT-Lite, IR, RS-232,
PoC & Loopout provides the most cost effective and advanced HDMI splitter solution on the market, by
which the high definition video and high quality audio can be transmitted up to 10*different locations
without losing quality. SP-5004VZC supports all 3D formats, the true 4K 2K video and provides two HDMI
local loopouts. In addition, SP-5004VZC is also equipped with bi-directional IR pass-through path and
RS-232 serial port control.
With built-in USB firmware update mechanism, the compatibility among countless HDMI sources
and receivers can be further guaranteed. With the upmost 12 bit deep color video and high definition
audio support, SP-5004VZC is suitable for high quality HDMI broadcasting, digital signage and education
applications!
FEATURES
●HDMI 2.0a compliant
●Supports 4K2K@60 4:4:4 8bits
●Supports HDR1, which is 4K2K@60 4:2:0 10bits2
●Extends HDMI signal up to 60m (198ft) from the HDMI source at Full HD 1080p 36-bit, 35m (114ft) at
4K2K@60 444 (4K-HDR Technology)
●Supports PoC(Power over Cable) which can power from TX side with power supply
●Supports two HDMI loopouts
●HDCP 2.2/1.4 support
●Supports resolution downscaling from 4K2K to 1080P1
●Supports EDID management
●Auto equalization
●Pure unaltered uncompressed 7.1ch digital HDMI over Cat.5/5e/6 cable transmission
●DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD high bit rate audio support
●Supports full frequency IR signal from 30KHz to 56KHz
●Bi-directional IR path-through
●RS-232 Pass-Thru: Up to 115,200bps
●Video latency less than 20 us.
●Easy installation
It depends on receiver's outputs number.
1. HDR = High Dynamic Range.
2. The video bandwidth of 4K2K@60 4:2:0 10bits (HDR) is 384 MHz, and the 4K2K@60 4:4:4 8bits is
594MHz.
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
●1x SP-5004VZC
●1x DC 12V 7.5A
●1x IR receiver
●1x IR blaster
●1x User Manual
●1x 3-pin Terminal Block Connector
1. When used in conjunction with the EX-57VAC-I-SP-RX receiver
(a) the SP-5004VZC can support resolution downscaling from 4K2K to 1080P
(b) NOT supports resolution downscaling from 4K2K@60 4:2:2 to 1080P
(c) NOT supports frame rate conversion

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name
SP-5004VZC
Technical
Role of usage
1x4 Distribution Amplifier (Splitter)
HDMI compliance
HDMI 2.0a
HDCP compliance
Yes
Video bandwidth
Single-link 600MHz [18Gbps]
Video support
HDR 4K2K@60 (4:2:0 10bits) / 4K2K@60 (4:4:4 8bits)
Transmission over
UTP cable
1080p@60 60m (198ft) [CAT5e]
4K2K@60 (4:4:4 8bit) 35m (114ft) [CAT5e]
Audio support
Surround sound (up to 7.1ch) or stereo digital audio
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
4-layer board [impedance control —differential 100Ω; single 50Ω]
Input
1x HDMI + 1x 3.5mm
Output
2x HDMI + 4x RJ-45[HDBaseT] + 1x 3.5mm
IN/ OUT
1x RS-232
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(Reverse Mode)
Rotary switch
Yes
3.5mm connector
IR receiver / IR blaster
Mechanical
Housing
Metal enclosure
Dimensions
[L x W x H]
Model
298 x 150 x 27mm [11.7" x 5.9" x 1"]
Package
376 x 240 x 112mm [1'2" x 9.4" x 4.4"]
Carton
590 x 510 x 405mm [1'9" x 1'7" x 1'3"]
Weight
Model
1342g [3lbs]
Package
2097g [4.6lbs]
Fixedness
1RU rack-mounting case with ears
Power supply
12V 7.5A DC
Power consumption
55Watts [MAX]
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
Front Panel
1. Power LED: Power indicator
2. Micro-USB: For technical support only [firmware update]
3. HDMI Signal LED: From the left side to the right is Input, loopout1 and loopout2
4. Link Receiver LED: Link LED indicator 1-4
5. HDMI Signal LED at Receiver: Output signal LED indicator 1-4
Rear Panel
6. +12V DC: Connect to the +12V DC power supply unit
7. EDID Management Rotary control:
MODE 0
Ultra HD(4K2K@60) –8/10/12bit 3D HDR video & 7.1ch audio
MODE 1
Ultra HD(4K2K@60) –8/10/12bit 3D HDR video & 2ch audio
MODE 2
Ultra HD(4K2K@30)(4K2K@60 420) –8/10/12bit 3D HDR video & 7.1ch audio
MODE 3
Ultra HD(4K2K@30)(4K2K@60 420) –8/10/12bit 3D HDR video & 2ch audio
MODE 4
Full-HD(1080p@60) –12bit 3D video & 7.1ch audio
MODE 5
Full HD(1080p@60) –8bit 2D video & 2ch audio
MODE 6
Learning EDID from loopout #1
MODE 7
Auto EDID analysis learning mode
8. RS-232(terminal block format): The order of RS-232 pin are TX, RX, GND (from the left side to the
right)
9. IR Receiver: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR receiver
10. IR Blaster: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR blaster
11. HDMI IN: Connect to a HDMI input source
12. HDMI LOOPOUT #1: Connect to a HDMI display with a HDMI male-male cable here

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13. HDMI LOOPOUT #2: Connect to a HDMI display with a HDMI male-male cable here
14. HDMI Signal OUT1-4: Link to each HDMI display via a Cat-5/5e/6 cable with a HDMI over Cat.X
receiver.
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 end 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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CONNECTION DIAGRAM

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NOTICE
1. While connecting a new monitor to the splitter, experiencing a short period of time without display
might be expected. The splitter will do Automatic EDID learning which analyzes the newly connected
monitor to see if the EDID for the HDMI input is necessary to update!
2. Firmware update is proceed through Micro-USB
Main Board
(1) Power on the device
(2) Connect the Micro-USB cable between PC and device
(3) Open firmware update software
(4) Set the correct COM port and DO NOT click button
(5) Click the button to open the Firmware Update Tool window
(6) Click the button to select the main board firmware file
(7) Click the button and the firmware will start to update
(8) After updating, please power cycle the device
Input
(1) Power on the device
(2) Connect the Micro-USB cable between PC and device
(3) Open firmware update software
(4) Set the correct COM port and click button to connect software
(5) Click the button to open the software folder
(6) Save the firmware file in this software folder and reconnect the Micro-USB cable
(7) Open firmware update software and then device will start to update firmware automatically
(8) After update process is done, software will show “Success” message and then be closed
automatically
(9) After updating, please power cycle the device
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Output
(1) Power on the device
(2) Connect the Micro-USB cable between PC and device
(3) Open firmware update software
(4) Set the correct COM port and click button to connect software
(5) Click the button to open the FW Update window
(6) Click the button to select the output firmware file
(7) Click the button and the firmware will start to update
(8) After updating, please power cycle the device

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WARRANTY
The SELLER warrants the SP-5004VZC 1x4 4K-HDR HDMI Splitter over Single Cat.x with
HDBaseT-Lite, IR, RS-232, PoC & Loopout 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 SP-5004VZC features and specifications is
subject to change without further notice.