HR SP-HD-2A User manual

User’s Manual
SP-HD-2A
2-Channel HDMI Splitter
with Analog and Optical Audio Output
Supports 4Kx2K UHD Video
UMA1250 Rev n/c
© Copyright 2016. Hall Research, Inc. All rights reserved.
1163 Warner Ave Tustin, CA 92780, Ph: [phone], Fax [phone]

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Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction 4
1.1 Block Diagram 4
2.0 Features 5
3.0 Setup 5
4.0 Troubleshooting 6
5.0 Specifications 7
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FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This device complies with part 15 Class A of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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1.0 Introduction
The SP-HD-2A is a compact 2-channel HDMI Video Splitter that can produce
two identical outputs of DVI or HDMI input source for display on two outputs.
It supports Full-HD (1080p) as well as 4K (UHD) video formats.
Furthermore, the device extracts the audio from the HDMI input signal and
outputs it as analog (L/R) stereo, and digital optical TOSLINK signals for
connection to audio amplifiers, headphones, or other audio devices. If no
output display is connected (or if both displays are tuned off), the SP-HD-2A
will emulate a display (using EDID) so the source still outputs HDMI video
and the splitter with extract and output the audio.
It is HDCP compliant and supports HDMI 1.4 deep color, 3-D, UHD 4K/30,
and handles all HDMI Audio formats.
For convenience a pair of mounting brackets
and hardware are provided so it can be easily
surface mounted.
1.1 Block Diagram
Figure 2 – Block Diagram
Figure 1 – Included Brackets

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2.0 Features
•Supports PC & HDTV resolutions, VGA-to-UXGA and 480p-to-UHD
•LED indicators for Power, Source Video and Output Connections
•Includes brackets for surface mounting
•Extracts HDMI Audio and outputs it as L/R Analog and TOSLINK
•Supports LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
•Plug and play installation with Smart EDID Management
•Bandwidth of 10.2 Gbps for a sharp digital image
•Unplugging one output will not cause interruption on the other one
•Includes Universal power adapter with interchangeable AC plugs
•HDCP Compliant
3.0 Setup
The Splitter is plug and play. Connect the source to the splitter using quality
HDMI cables. Connect each output to respective displays. Plug the included
power supply to the splitter. If needed connect headphones or audio amp to the
audio outputs of the splitter.
Note that if no display is hooked up to the outputs or if both displays are
turned off - no HPD (Hot-Plug Detect) is being received by the splitter, it will
use an internal EDID which requests 2-Channel stereo audio from the source.
By default the Splitter will use the EDID from the display connected to Output
#1. If output #1 is off or not connected, then it will use EDID from Output #2,
and if #2 is missing also, it will use internal EDID.
If source is sending multi-channel audio, the 3.5mm analog output is muted
and extracted audio output will only be available as digital on the TOSLINK
optical output.
Figure 3 – Front and Rear Panels

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4.0 Troubleshooting
If you are experiencing problems getting the splitter to work properly, please
use the following troubleshooting suggestions.
Make sure that all of the connections on both the sender and the receiver
are solid. Loose connections are the number one cause of issues.
Check the LED’s on the front panel. The 3 red LEDs indicate if the
device is receiving video and if it is detecting a display (that is turned
on) and if it is sending video output to them.
Maximum resolution supported is 4Kx2K@24bit/30Hz. Make sure the
source is not outputting a higher resolution signal (such as 4K/60Hz). In
that case, you must change the setting of your source video to limit the
max output clock rate to one supported by the splitter.
If the 3.5mm L/R analog audio output is not working, make sure your
source is not sending multi-channel (Dolby, DTS, etc) audio. In that case
use the TOSLINK output, or change the setting on your source device to
output 2-channel PCM audio instead of multi-channel.
If you still are not able to get the system working properly, contact Hall
Research support (preferably via email or the form on support page of
www.hallresearch .com) with a detailed description of the issue and the
troubleshooting steps you have taken.
Do not open or try to repair the unit yourself as this will void your warranty.
To return the extender for repair, you must contact HR Support at 714-641-
6607 or via email or web. To ship the unit back for repair, make sure to obtain
a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.

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5.0 Specifications
Video
Standards
DVI (single link) and HDMI (compliant with HDMI video
specifications including 12 bit color depth, 3D video and 4K/30)
Signal type
TMDS
Connectors
HDMI
Bandwidth
10.2 Gbps total (or 3.4 Gbps per color, or 340 MHz TMDS clock)
Resolutions
DVI signal VGA (640x480) thru WUXGA (1920x1200)
HDTV signal 480i through 4K/30
Audio
Formats
All HDMI Embedded Audio including: LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD
and DTS-HD Master Audio (32-192kHz sample rate)
Connectors
3.5mm L/R stereo Analog, plus Optical S/PDIF audio (TOSLINK)
General
Power Consumption
2.2 watts
Temp/humidity
Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, non-condensing
Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, non-condensing
Cooling
Convection
Enclosure type
Metal
Dimensions
2.76” W × 5.71” D × 0.98” H (70 mm W × 145 mm D × 25 mm H)
Product weight
Splitter alone: 8 oz (0.5 lb or 230 g)
Package (shipping): 16 oz (1 lb or 460 g)
Vibration
ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)
Safety
CE
EMI/EMC
CE, FCC Class A
MTBF
90,000 hours (Calculated Estimate)
Warranty
3 years parts and labor
Specifications are subject to change without notice

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