Hr Emx-dvi User manual

User’s Manual

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UMA1185 Rev B

EMX-DVI

Single & Dual Link DVI Extender w/ EDID Mgmt

Equalizes and Boosts DVI or HDMI video signals

Learns and Emulates EDID

USB Port for EDID Read & Write

Can Disable HDCP Support

EMX-DVI Extender & EDID Mgr

1.0 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Hall Research EMX-DVI. Use this device to extend

and boost Single or Dual-Link DVI video signals and also learn and emulate any

LCD’s EDID.

The EMX-DVI automatically compensates for the signal degradation caused by long

video cable runs of up to 50 ft (15 m) on its input and can drive long DVI Cables on

its output to 40 ft (12 m) by boosting and echo-canceling the DVI video output.

By default, the unit is setup to buffer single link DVI or HDMI signals. Use the

recessed LINK pushbutton to change the mode to support Dual link TMDS signals.

In most instances, when configured for Single Link extension, the unit can operate

from the power available through the DVI source signal and no external power

supply connection is required.

The unit ships with a universal power supply to use if the power through the DVI

input is insufficient. The power can also come from the USB connector on a PC.

The DDC channel (that handles EDID and HDCP data) can either be by-passed

through the EMX-DVI (so the source “sees” the connected LCD), or it can be

Emulated, whereby the EDID is supplied from internal memory and HDCP is turned

off (forcing the source to send non-content protected video without HDCP).

The Emulated (internal) EDID data is acquired from any connected LCD, or a

custom EDID file can be uploaded via the USB port.

The unit provides driver free USB 1.1 port connection to a PC. Free Windows™ PC

software is available on the website which allows reading, saving, manipulating, and

writing EDID tables to and from the device. The EMX-DVI modes (Bypass vs.

Emulate or Single-Link vs. Dual-Link buffer) are also controllable via the USB port.

In addition to the above, the unit provides DVI-I bypass for analog RGBHV (or VGA)

signals, so it can manage EDID for VGA sources and displays using inexpensive

VGA to DVI cables or adapters

2.0 Features

Extend and boost DVI video to 90 ft total

Pass-through EDID or emulate any LCD

Can be powered from DVI input or

external power supply (included)

Can Learn and store EDID from any

LCD

Supports Single and Dual-Link DVI,

HDMI™, CEC & 3D Video

LED indicators for Mode display

Analog VGA pass-through

Use with or without display

USB port for control and mgmt of

EDID

Free PC software to download,

manipulate or upload EDID data

Designed and made in USA

EMX-DVI Extender & EDID Mgr

3.0 Installation

The EMX-DVI connects between the video source and an optional display device.

Though designed to drive long cables on its output, when used as an extender, it is best to

place the EMX-DVI at the end of the long cable. In that way its automatic equalizer can clean

the signal and open the TMDS “eye”

TMDS Signal at end of long Cable TMDS Signal after Equalization

The DVI source may have enough power to power up the unit (particularly when configured in

Single-Link Mode), so you may not need to hookup an external power supply. The only way to

tell if your source can supply the required power is to try it. If you need to connect a power

supply, the package includes a power supply that will plug in the USB port of the device.

When the EMX-DVI USB port is connected to a PC, it draws power from the USB and no

additional power supply will be required.

Connect the video source to the EMX-DVI video input (50 ft or 15 meters max). Connect the

EMX-DVI video output to the display device (40 ft or 12 meters max).

The EMX-DVI LEDs show the current device settings. Refer to the operations section for

more information.

Long Video Cable

EMX-DVI Extender & EDID Mgr

Video Input End

Top View

Video Output End

EMX-DVI Extender & EDID Mgr

4.0 Default EMULATION resolutions

The following lists the default resolutions of the EMX-DVI. The user can overwrite the default

EDID table but upon performing a Factory Default reset, these values reset.

RESOLUTION FREQUENCY

SPECT RATIO RESOLUTION FREQUENCY ASPECT RATIO

640x480 60, 67, 72, 75 (Aspect 4:3) 720x480i 59.94/60 (Aspect 4:3, 8:9)

800x600 56, 60, 72, 75 (Aspect 4:3) 720x480p 59.94/60 (Aspect 4:3, 8:9)

1024x768 60, 70, 75 (Aspect 4:3) 1280x720p 59.94/60 (Aspect 16:9, 1:1)

1280x720 60 (Aspect 16:9) 1920x1080i 59.94/60 (Aspect 16:9, 1:1)

1280x800 60 (Aspect 16:10) 1920x1080p 50, 59.94/60 (Aspect 16:9, 1:1)

1280x1024 60, 75, 85 (Aspect 5:4)

1400x1050 60 (Aspect 4:3)

1440x900 60 (Aspect 16:10)

1600x1200 60 (Aspect 4:3)

1680x1050 60 (Aspect 16:10)

1920x1080 60 (Aspect 16:9)

1920x1200 60 (Aspect 16:10)

5.0 Power Requirements

This device requires 5 Volts DC which can be sourced from the included power supply or PC

through the mini-B USB connector or from Pin 14 (+5 V) of the DVI connector.

To power the EMX-DVI from the DVI input power, the source must be able to supply a

minimum of 120 mA (@ 5 vDC) for SINGLE LINK DVI operation and a minimum of 220 mA

(@ 5 vDC) for DUAL LINK DVI operation. Using a video source with insufficient power

capabilities will result in erratic operation and loss of video. If this happens, the user must

connect the USB port to a PC or a power supply.

6.0 Operation

The EMX-DVI recessed buttons prevent inadvertent changes to its settings.

Change the settings requires a pointed device (such as a paper clip) inserted into the hold to

depress the button. Some functions require depressing the button for several seconds.

•EDID/DDC – PASS-THRU LED

oEDID & HDCP information passes through the device without modification.

oHDCP is supported in this mode if the connected LCD is HDCP compliant.

oHot-plug signal from connected LCD passes to the DVI input.

•EDID/DDC – EMULATE LED

oEmulates the EDID currently stored in the device.

oHDCP is not supported in this mode (perfect to MacBook™ Pro)

oHPD signal remains active (no monitor required)

•LINK – SINGLE LED

oDVI video passes through the device in SINGLE LINK format.

•LINK – DUAL LED

oDVI video passes through the device in DUAL LINK format.

EMX-DVI Extender & EDID Mgr

•LEARNING the EDID from Connected LCD

oPress and hold the EDID/DDC button for approximately 3~5 seconds until the

EMULATE LED starts blinking

oRelease the button, the EMULATE LED will continue blinking while the unit is

reading and saving the EDID form the LCD connected to the output.

oIf the EDID successfully reads, ALL LED’s will illuminate one at a time in a circular

pattern 5 times.

oIf the EDID does NOT successfully read, the PASS-THRU and EMULATE LEDs will

alternately flash 5 times to indicate the error.

•SET FACTORY DEFAULTS

oPress and hold BOTH the LINK and EDID/DDC buttons for approximately 3~5

seconds until BOTH the EMULATE and SINGLE LINK LED’s start blinking.

oRelease both buttons.

oIf the factory defaults were successfully restored, ALL LED’s will illuminate one at a

time in a circular pattern 5 times.

7.0 Windows Software GUI

The EMX-DVI is controllable via a free

Windows™ based GUI available from

the Hall Research website.

All of the device features are available

as well as controlling multiple devices

from the same GUI as well as EDID

import and export (extracting the EDID

as a file).

Modified EDID files can import back

into the EMX-DVI to add or remove

video resolutions.

The user guide for the Software GUI is only available on the website.

8.0 Troubleshooting

Problem: No LEDs illuminate or LED’s only momentarily FLASH when buttons are pushed, or

No video appears on the connected LCD

Possible Cause: If connected via DVI input cable only, your source may not have

enough power through its DVI connector to power the device, connect and check power

supply

Problem: DVD or Blu-ray content does not display

Possible Cause: The source is content protected using HDCP. HDCP is not supported

in EMULATE mode, use the PASS-THRU mode.

EMX-DVI Extender & EDID Mgr

9.0 Returning unit for Repair

If you need to transport or ship your unit: Package it carefully. We recommend that you use

the original container.

Before you ship the units back to Hall Research for repair or return, contact us to get a Return

Authorization (RMA) number.

10.0 Specifications

Power Supply..................................................................................................................(North American)

5 vDC, 1 ADC

USB-A to mini-B cable

90-264 VAC, 47-63 HZ

CE/FCC/UL

(Export)

5 vDC, 1.2 ADC

Integral mini-B cable

90-264 VAC, 47-63 HZ

CE/FCC/UL

Interchangeable blades

Size ......................................................................................................... 2.71” (W) x 2.825” (D) x 1.25” (H)

(68.83 mm) x (71.76 mm) x (31.75 mm)

Weight...................................................................................................................................1 Lb (0.453 kg)

Operating Temperature...............................................................................32 to 104 DegF (0 to 40 DegC)

Storage Temperature..............................................................................-40 to 185 DegF (-40 to 85 DegC)

Humidity .............................................................................................................10 to 90% non-condensing

Cooling........................................................................................................................................Convection

Enclosure type ............................................................................Black Plastic ABS-94VO, UL File #56070

Vibration............................................................ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)

Safety.......................................................................................................................................................CE

EMI/EMC...........................................................................................................................CE, FCC Class A

MTBF........................................................................................................................................90,000 hours

Warranty...................................................................................................................2 years parts and labor

USB........................................................................................................................................1.1 Full Speed

Support video formats.......................................................................................................................DVI 1.0

....................................................................................................................................................HDMI™ 1.4

.......................................................................................................................................................HDCP 1.0

..............................................................................................................................................Analog RGBHV

11.0 Trademarks