HR HBX User manual

User’s Manual
HDMI Extender over HDBaseT
With
Ultra-HD AV, IR, RS232 Control, and Ethernet
over a single Cat6 Cable
Part Number
Function
HBX
HDMI + RS-232 + IR + Ethernet Extender Kit
* Includes Sender and Receiver
HBX-S
HDMI + RS-232 + IR + Ethernet Sender
HBX-R
HDMI + RS-232 + IR + Ethernet Receiver
UMA1268 Rev n/c
Order toll-free in the U.S. 800-959-6439
FREE technical support: 714-641-6607 or [e-mail]
Hall Research
, 1163 Warner Ave. Tustin, CA 92780
www.hallresearch.com
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Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction .................................................................................3
Features .................................................................................................3
2.0 Package Contents ........................................................................4
3.0 Installation ...................................................................................4
4.0 Connector and Indicator Functions.........................................5
HBX-S ...................................................................................................5
HBX-R...................................................................................................6
5.0 Troubleshooting..........................................................................6
Contacting Hall Research......................................................................6
6.0 Specifications ...............................................................................7
FCC Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference even if it causes undesired operation.
This equipment has been desinged to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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1.0 Introduction
The HBX HDMI extender kit is comprised of a compact Sender (HBX-S) and
corresponding Receiver (HBX-R).
The kit is used to extend HDMI, RS-232, IR, and Ethernet (100BaseT) up to 100
meters (328 feet) using a single Cat6 cable.
The extender supports all PC and HDTV Resolutions to 4K @ 30 Hz 4:4:4 or 4K
@ 60 Hz 4:2:0.
The IR extension preserves the modulation (carrier) frequency and provides
compatibility to most standards. It supports modulation range from 30 KHz to
60 KHz.
The Sender and the Receiver each include a universal 5v power supply. IR
emitter and IR detector cables are included.
Typical Connection Diagram
Features
•Fully Compliant with HDBaseT standard
•Supports virtually all HDMI and DVI resolutions including 4K UHD
•Extends, Video, Audio, RS-232, IR, and Ethernet
•Supports extension to 100 m (330 ft)
•Fully isolates grounds between TX and RX sides
•Compact, Rugged, Reliable, and Economical
•Plug and play, no configuration needed
•Receiver can be powered via PoC from senders that provide PoC such
as HSM-44-BX Matrix Switch with HDBaseT outputs

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2.0 Package Contents
The Sender and Receiver each contain
(x1) HBX-S/R
(x1) Wideband IR Emitter
(x1) Wideband IR Detector
(x1) 5VDC locking power adapter with international AC plug kit
(x1) User’s Manual
(x1) Phoenix Connector
3.0 Installation
•Connect a Cat6 cable (UTP or STP) between the sender and receiver.
Please see the note below about cable requirements.
•Plug the provided 5v DC power supply to the Sender and Receiver. The
HBX-R Receiver does not need power supply when connected to specific
HDBaseT sources such as Hall Research HSM-44-BX Matrix Switch.
•Connect HDMI inputs and outputs
•Connect IR, RS-232, and Ethernet cables as required
Twisted-Pair Cable Requirements for HDBaseT
Three factors should be considered when deciding on the type of Category
cable to be used: video resolution, distance, and the possibility of interfering
sources (such as bundling multiple cables) that can affect signal integrity.
23-gauge, Shielded CAT6 cable is recommended for most applications
Cat5e UTP Use for 1080p video to 90meters or 4K video to 50 meters
(in absence of interfering sources)
Cat6 UTP OK for 1080p video to 100meters or 4K video to 70 meters
(in absence of interfering sources)
Cat6 STP OK for 1080p video to 100meters or 4K video to 70 meters
(in presence of interfering sources such as Alien Crosstalk from
other Cat6 cables that are adjacent in a bundle)
Cat6A/Cat7 Required for 4K video to 100 meters

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4.0 Connector and Indicator Functions
HBX-S
DC 5V: Power input. Please use the supplied 5V, 2A power supply.
HDMI IN: Connect to a video source to the Sender. The HBX series supports
all HDMI resolutions up to UHD 4K30 4:4:4 or 4K60 4:2:0.
LAN: Used to extend an existing Ethernet connection between HBX-S and
HBX-R. The extension operates at typical 100BaseT speeds.
Do not confuse the LAN Port with the HDBaseT (UTP) port!
RS232: Use the supplied 3-pin screw connector to extend RS-232 serial
control signals. All baud rates up to 115,200 are supported.
UTP: This is the HDBaseT signal output. The port is the link between
Sender and Receiver. If STP (shielded Twisted Pair) cable is used, it
is important to ensure the RJ45 connector on both ends of the cable
have the required metal shroud and that the cable shield/drain
wire is electrically connected to the metal shroud.
Link LED: Indicates HDBaseT link is established between the ends
Video LED: Indicates Video is being extended. the Video LED will blink if non-
HDCP video is present, or light solid when HDCP video is present.
IR I/O: Infra-red signals can be extended through the HBX-S/R in either
direction. Simply plug included IR DETECTOR into the IR IN port,
or an IR BLASTER/EMITTER cable into the IR OUT port.

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HBX-R
Functions are analogous to the HBX-S as described above. The HBX-R can get
power using PoC (power over cable 9~24vDC) from compatible Senders such as
HSM-44-BX. However, HBX-S does not provide PoC.
5.0 Troubleshooting
If you are experiencing problems getting the Extender to work properly, please
use the following troubleshooting suggestions.
•Check the state of “Video” and “Link” LEDs next to HDBaseT UTP Connector.
•Make sure that the UTP or STP cable meets requirements. Use a shorter
cable to test if cable length is the issue.
•You must make sure the video output source is not exceeding video
resoltuion supported by the extender. For example 4K at 60 Hz refresh rate
with 4:4:4 chroma sampling is not supported. You may have to set the video
resolution of your source to 4K at 30 Hz 4:4:4, or 4K at 60 Hz 4:2:0 max.
•If the problem is in DDC channel, due to your source operating at high DDC
clock rate or if the source does not support clock stretching, you may need
to connect an additional buffer such as the HD-AUD to your source.
Contacting Hall Research
If you determine that your Extender is malfunctioning, do not attempt to repair
the unit instead, contact Hall Research Technical Support at 714-641-6607. To
return the unit to Hall Research you must first get a Return Authorization
(RMA) number. Package the unit carefully, if returning. We recommend that you
use the original container.

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6.0 Specifications
Video
Standards
DVI (single link) and HDMI (compliant with HDMI 1.4 video specifications including
12 bit color depth, 3D video and 4K support)
Signal type
TMDS
Resolutions
DVI signal VGA (640x480) thru WUXGA (1920x1200)
HDTV signal 480i through 1080p
Digital Cinema 4K30 4:4:4 or 4K60 4:2:0 (4096x2160) up to 60 m
Audio
Formats
All HDMI Embedded Audio including: LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD
Master Audio (32-192 kHz sample rate)
Other Signals
DDC
Pass-Thru DDC for reading EDID directly from remotely connected LCD and HDCP
handshake
CEC
Pass-Thru DDC for Consumer Electronics Control compatible devices
RS232
Bidirectional (full-duplex) any baud rate up to 115,200
Ethernet
100BaseT Ethernet LAN
IR
Extended in both directions. Carrier modulation range from 30 kHz to 60 kHz
General
Power Supply
100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, external; 5 VDC, 2 A, regulated
Power
Sender & Receiver: 10 watts maximum
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
Mounting
End plates with hole for surface mounting
Enclosure type
Metal (Aluminum ends, Aluminum Extrusion)
Dimensions
1.0" H x 3.9" W x 3.9" D (25mm H x 100mm W x 100mm D)
Depth excludes connectors
Product weight
Sender 9.3 oz (0.58 lb or 264 g)
Receiver 10 oz (0.63 lb or 284 g)
Kit (shipping) 37 oz (2.3 lb or 1050 g) includes: sender, receiver, universal power
supply, manual, and packaging
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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