IDK HDC-TH100-D User manual

4K@60 and HDCP 2.2 supported HDMI Twisted Pair Cable Extender
HDC-TH100-D / HDC-RH100-D
<User’s Guide>
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This equipment has been tested and found 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 not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, 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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The left marking indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic equipment in
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Safety Instructions
Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before using this product. Follow all instructions
and cautions as detailed in this document.
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Electrical
Hazard
Prohibited
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Do not
disassemble
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Unplug
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■For lifting heavy products:
Instruction
●
Lifting must be done by two or more personnel.
If you lift the product with your knees straight fully,
When lifting the product, bend your knees and get close to it with two or more persons; otherwise, your back may
be damaged.
■For installing and connecting products:
Prohibited
●Do not place the product in any unstable place.
Install the product in a horizontal and stable place. Otherwise, it may fall/turn over and lead to injury.
●
Secure the product if installing it at paces where there is much vibration.
Otherwise, it may move/fall and lead to injury.
Instruction
●Installation work must be done by the professionals.
The product is intended to be installed by skilled technicians. For installation, please contact a system integrator
or IDK. Improper installation may lead to the risk of fire, electric shock, injury, or property damage.
●
Set the power plug in a convenient place to unplug easily.
Unobstructed access to the plug enables unplugging the product in case of any extraordinary failure, abnormal
situation or for easy disconnection during extended periods of non-use.
●
Insert the power plug into an appropriate outlet completely.
If the plug is partially inserted, arching may cause the connection to overheat, increasing the risk of electrical
shock or fire. Do not use a damaged plug or connect to a damaged outlet.
●
Unplug the AC adapter when installing products.
When connecting devices, unplug all devices from outlets. Ground potential gap may cause fire or other
problems.
■For operating products:
Prohibited
●Keep out any foreign objects.
In order to avoid fire or electric shock, do not allow foreign objects, such as metal and paper, to enter the product
from the vent holes.
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For power cable/ plug:
・
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・
Do not pull, place heavy objects on them, or pinch them.
・
Do not bend, twist, or tie them together forcefully.
Misuse of the power cable and plug may cause fire or electric shock. If power cables/plugs become damaged,
contact your IDK representative.
Do not
disassemble
●Do not repair, modify or disassemble.
Since the product includes circuitry
that uses potentially lethal, high voltage levels, disassembly byunauthorized
personnel may lead to the risk of fire or electric shock. For internal inspection or repair, contact your IDK
representative.
Do not touch
●Do not touch the product and connected cables while thunder lasts.
Contact may cause electric shock
Instruction
●Clean the power plug regularly.
If the plug is covered in dust, it may increase the risk of firer.
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■If the following problem occurs:
Unplug
●Unplug immediately if the product smokes, makes unusual noise, or produces a
burning odor.
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maintenance and repair, contact your IDK representative.
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■For installing and connecting products:
Prohibited
●Do not place the product in any place where it will be subjected to high
temperatures.
If the product is subjected to direct sunlight or high temperatures while under operation, it may affect the
product’s performance and reliability and may increase the risk of fire.
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Do not place the product in dusty, oil smoke filled, or humid place.
If the product is placed near humidifiers or in a dusty area, it may increase the risk of fire or electric shock.
●
Do not block the vent holes.
If ventilation slots are blocked, it may cause the product to overheat, affecting performance and reliability and
may increase the risk of fire.
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Do not place or stack heavy items on the product.
Failure to observe this precaution may result in damage to the product and other property and may lead to the
risk of personal injury.
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Do not exceed ratings of outlet and wiring devices.
Exceeding the rating of an outlet may increase the risk of fire and electric shock.
No wet hands
●Do not plug or unplug with wet hands.
Failure to observe this precaution may increase the risk of electrical shock.
Instruction
●Use and store the product within the specified temperature/humidity range.
If the product is used outside the specified range for temperature and humidity continuously, it may increase the
risk of fire or electric shock.
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Do not place the product at elevations of 2,000 meters (1.24 mi.) or higher above
sea level.
Failure to do so may shorten the life of the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
●
When mounting the product into the rack, provide sufficient cooling space.
Mount the product in a the rack meeting EIA standards, and maintain spaces above and below for air circulation.
For your safety, attach an L-shaped bracket in addition to the panel mount bracket kit to improve mechanical
stability.
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Never insert screws without the rubber feet into the threaded holes
on the bottom
of the product.
Never insert screws without the rubber feet into the threaded holes on the bottom of the product. Doing so may
lead to damage when the screws contact electrical circuitry or components inside the product.
Reinstall the originallysupplied rubber feet using only the originally supplied screws.
■For operating products:
Prohibited
●Use only the supplied power cable and AC adapter.
●
Do not use the supplied power cable and AC adapter with other products.
If non-compliant adapter or power cables are used, it may increase the risk of fire or electrical shock.
Unplug
●If the product won’t be used for an extended period of time, unplug it.
Failure to observe this precaution may increase the risk of fire.
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Unplug the product before cleaning.
To prevent electric shock.
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Table of Contents
1Included Items...................................................................................................................................... 9
2Product outline....................................................................................................................................10
3Features..............................................................................................................................................11
4System Configuration Example............................................................................................................12
5Panels.................................................................................................................................................13
5.1 Transmitter (HDC-TH100-D)...........................................................................................................13
5.2 Receiver (HDC-RH100-D) ..............................................................................................................15
6Precautions.........................................................................................................................................17
6.1 Installation......................................................................................................................................17
6.1.1 Installing on wall or ceiling.......................................................................................................17
6.1.2 Twisted pair cable for extension ..............................................................................................18
6.1.3 Cables ....................................................................................................................................19
6.2 Cabling...........................................................................................................................................20
6.2.1 LAN cable...............................................................................................................................21
6.2.2 RS-232C cable........................................................................................................................21
6.2.3 RS-232C communication function ...........................................................................................21
6.2.4 Cascade connection................................................................................................................21
6.2.5 DVI signals with copyright protection.......................................................................................22
7Specifications......................................................................................................................................23
7.1 RS-232C pin assignment................................................................................................................23
7.2 Product specification.......................................................................................................................25
8Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................26

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1 Included Items
Ensure all items below are included in the package.
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact IDK.
■
Transmitter
・HDC-TH100-D (main unit) x1
・AC adapter with screw locking mechanism (3.9 ft. (1.2m)) x1
・Cable clamp x1
■
Receiver
・HDC-RH100-D (main unit) x1
・AC adapter with screw locking mechanism (3.9 ft. (1.2m)) x1
・Cable clamp x1
This User’s Guide is common to both the transmitter and receiver. You can download the latest version from
IDK’s website at: http://www.idkav.com
One (1) main unit HDC-TH100-D (Transmitter)
One (1) main unit HDC-RH100-D (Receiver)
One (1) AC adapter with screw
locking mechanism (3.9 ft. (1.2m))
Cable clamps
[Fig. 1.1] Included items

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2 Product outline
The HDC-TH100-D / HDC-RH100-D (hereafter referred to as “HDC”) are extender for a long-haul
transmission of HDMI signal over one single twisted pair cable.
The image quality will not be deteriorated, since video signal is transmitted at a resolution up to 4K@60
without compression.
You can also control external devices that are connected to the HDC-TH100-D / HDC-RH100-D over
RS-232C and LAN by registering external control commands.
Input video signal is converted to HDBaseT signal and sent up to 328 ft. (100 m).
For Long reach mode, use IDK’s HDBaseT product supporting up to 328 ft. (100 m).
Up to 328 ft. (100 m) in
long reach mode
Projector
Blu-ray player
Laptop
AC adapter
AC adapter
LAN
LAN
HDMI (with HDCP)HDMI (with HDCP)
HDC-TH100-D
(Transmitter)HDC-RH100-D (Receiver)
[Fig. 2.1] Application example (HDC-TH100-D and HDC-RH100-D are connected)

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3 Features
■
Video
・Up to 4K@60
・HDCP 1.4 / 2.2 (Pass through)
・Up to 328 ft. (100 m) (4K@60) over CAT.5E HDC cable / Cat5e STP / Cat6 STP
・Cat5e UTP can be used*1
・Up to 328 ft. (100 m) over Cat6 UTP cable*2
・Up to 492 ft. (150 m) (1080p (24 bits) or less) with device supporting Long Reach Mode*3
・No substantive extension delay: 10 μs or less / 328 ft. (100m)
■
Others
・CEC (Pass through)
・HDMI signal can be extended over a twisted pair cable
・AC adapter with locking mechanism
・Up to 4 units can be mounted into 1U rack mount
*1 For transmission distance longer than 164 ft. (50 m), CAT.5E HDC, Cat5e STP, and Cat6 UTP / STP cables are recommended.
*2 For 4K format longer than 230 ft. (70 m), CAT.5E HDC / Cat5e STP / Cat6 STP cables are recommended.
*3 For Long reach mode 328 ft. (100 m) or longer (up to 492 ft. (150 m)), CAT.5E HDC / Cat5e STP / Cat6 STP cables are recommended.
Use HDC-TH100-D/HDC-RH100-D/IDK’s HDBaseT products that support 328 ft. (100 m).

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4 System Configuration Example
Example: MSD-802UHD, source and sink devices are connected to the HDC.
The MSD-802UHD supplies power (PoH) from the HDBaseT input connector. However, since the HDC does
not support PoH receiving function, the provided AC adapter is required to power the HDC.
Up to 4K@60
(4:4:4)
HDMI / DVI
Up to 98 ft. (30 m)
*1
HDMI / DVI
Up to 98 ft. (30 m)
*1
Composite video / Y/C /
Analog RGB / Analog YPbPr
HDMI / DVI
Up to 98 ft. (30 m)
*1
Blu-ray players
Screen
Contact output
CD player
Analog
audio
RS-232C
SWC-2000
4K projector
(PJLink)
Power amp.Speakers
Analog audio
PC
LAN
Up to 4K@60
(4:4:4)
Up to
4K@30
Front Panel
HDBaseT
Up to 328 ft. (100 m)
*2
Laptop
HDMI / DVI
*1
Maximum extension distance
Up to 98 ft. (30 m): 1080p@60
Up to 39 ft. (12 m): 4K@60 (when 18 Gbps high-speed cable is used) (IN1, IN2, OUT1 and OUT2 only)
*2
Maximum extension distance
Up to 328 ft. (100 m): Input/4K@60 (4:2:0), Output/4K@30
Up to 492 ft. (150 m): 1080p (24 bit) in Long reach mode. ForLong reach mode, use IDK’s twisted pair cable products that supports 328 ft. (100 m) or longer.
Command
Up to 4K@60
(4:2:0)
Control command
execution button
AB C HDBaseT
Up to 328 ft. (100 m)
*2
HDMI / DVI
Video camera
HDC-RH100-D
(AC adapter Is required)
HDC-TH100-D
(AC adapter is required)
[Fig. 4.1] Application example

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5 Panels
5.1 Transmitter (HDC-TH100-D)
⑥
⑦
⑤
③
⑧
①
②
⑨
④
[Fig. 5.1] Transmitter drawing
[Table 5.1] Transmitter features
[1/2]
#
Feature
Description
①
HDMI input connector
Input connector for HDMI and DVI signals to interface source devices,
such as Blu-ray players.
②HDMI cable fixing hole Retain HDMI cables by inserting cable clamp.
【
See: [Fig. 6.2] How to use cable clamp
】
③HDBaseT
output connector Output connector for HDBaseT signal. Connects to HDC-RH100-D or HDBaseT product.
④Long reach mode
setting switch Enables / disables long reach mode of HDBaseT output for up to 1080p (24 bit) or dot clock 148 MHz.
ON: Enables long reach mode* (Up to 492 ft. ((150 m))
OFF: Disables long reach mode (Up to 328 ft. ((100 m))
*For long reach mode, use HDC-RH100-D or IDK’s HDBaseT product
supporting up to 328 ft. (100 m).

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# Feature Description
⑤LED lights POWER (Green): Lights when power is supplied from the AC adapter.
LINK (Orange) : Lights when the HDC-RH100-D or HDBaseT product is
connected.
Blinks (0.5 second-interval) when the destination is in
standby state. LAN and RS-232C communications are
available.
Turns off when no connection.
HDCP (Yellow) : Lights when there is an access to HDCP.
Blinks when there is no access to HDCP.
Turns off when no input signals are recognized.
⑥LAN connector Connector for LAN signals.
⑦RS-232C connector Connector for RS-232C signals.
【
See: 7.1 RS-232C pin assignment
】
⑧AC adapter connector Connector for the supplied AC adapter.
⑨Frame ground Use for bonding chassis to local ground. An M3 screw is used.

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5.2 Receiver (HDC-RH100-D)
⑥
⑦
⑤
④
①
⑧
②
③
⑨
[Fig. 5.2] Receiver drawing
[Table 5.2] Receiver features
[1/2]
# Feature Description
①HDBaseT
input connector
Input connector for HDBaseT signal.
Connects to HDC-TH100-D or HDBaseT product.
②HDMI output connector Output connector for HDMI and DVI signal, interfaces with sink devices
such as LC monitors.
③HDMI cable fixing hole Retain HDMI cables by inserting cable clamp.
【See: [Fig. 6.2] How to use cable clamp】
④Long reach mode
setting switch Enables / disables long reach mode of HDBaseT input for up to 1080p (24 bit) or dot clock 148 MHz.
ON: Enables long reach mode (Up to 492 ft. ((150 m))
OFF: Disables long reach mode (Up to 328 ft. ((100 m))
*For long reach mode, use HDC-TH100-D or IDK’s HDBaseT product
supporting up to 328 ft. (100 m).

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# Feature Description
⑤LED lights POWER (Green): Lights when power is supplied from the AC adapter.
LINK (Orange) : Lights when the HDC-TH100-D or HDBaseT product is
connected.
Blinks (0.5 second-interval) when the destination is in
standby state. LAN and RS-232C communications are
available.
Turns off when no connection.
HDCP (Yellow) : Lights when there is an access to HDCP.
Blinks when there is no access to HDCP.
Turns off when any input signals are not recognized.
⑥LAN connector Connector for LAN signals.
⑦RS-232C connector Connector for RS-232C signals.
【
See: 7.1 RS-232C pin assignment
】
⑧AC adapter connector Connector for the supplied AC adapter.
⑨Frame ground Use for bonding chassis to local ground. An M3 screw is used.

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6 Precautions
Before using HDC-TH100-D / HDC-RH100-D, follow the precautions and instructions below.
6.1 Installation
Follow the instructions below when installing HDC-TH100-D / HDC-RH100-D.
・Do not place the HDC-TH100-D / HDC-RH100-D on another device directly.
・Do not block vent holes. To provide adequate ventilation, maintain sufficient clearances around the
HDC-TH100-D / HDC-RH100-D (1.2 in. (30 mm) or more).
・Do not install HDC-TH100-D / HDC-RH100-D in a closed space.
When placing them in an EIA rack-mount unit, prepare ventilating equipment to keep the ambient
temperature at 40 degrees C/104 degrees F or less. If inadequately vented, the life of parts may be
shortened and operation may be affected.
(Exception: Installing to IDK’s rack mounting RM-42HQ)
・When you do not use an EIA rack-mount unit, maintain adequate clearances (1.2 in. (30 mm) or
more) as shown below.
Maintain adequate clearances (1.2 in. (30 mm) or more) as shown below.
[Fig. 6.1] Necessary clearances
6.1.1 Installing on wall or ceiling
You can install the HDC on a wall or ceiling using the optional mounting plate (FP-100).

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6.1.2 Twisted pair cable for extension
To ensure the best performance of twisted pair cables, select a correct twisted pair cable and connect it
correctly.
●Cat5e UTP/STP and Cat6 UTP/STP can be used, but we recommend CAT.5E HDC cable* for optimal
performance.
●If using an STP cable, connect the FG connector to a ground source. Otherwise, the shielding feature
does not work correctly. When using a UTP cable, we still recommend using the ground connector.
●The shielded STP cables are less affected by interference or external noise than UTP cables.
●Connectors for long-haul extension are the same as that of eight-core modular connector used for
Ethernet, but the transmission system is not the same so that it cannot be connected to Ethernet.
●The maximum extension distance of a twisted pair cables is the shorter distance of the maximum
extension distances of transmitter/receiver/sink device connected to the MSD.
●Pin assignments: T568A or T568B straight
●Do not pull the cable hard. The allowable tension of the twisted pair cable is 110 N.
●Do not bend the connection cable at a sharp angle. Keep the bend radius four times of the cable diameter
or larger.
●Do not tie the cable tightly; leave a space allowing the cable to move slightly.
●If you use multiple twisted pair cables, we recommended keeping a distance between the cables or not
to place the cables closely in parallel.
●Keep the twisted pair cable as straight as you can. If you coil the cable, it is easily affected by noise.
●Do not place the cable in an electrically noisy environment, since high-speed signals are transmitted.
Particularly when you use a high-output radio around the MSD, video or audio may be interrupted.
●If the total extension distance from the transmitter to receiver is 328 ft. (100 m) or less, up to two cable
joints can be used. Products supporting Cat6A (10GBase-T) are recommended. The extension distance of
high-resolution transmission, such as 4K, may be shortened about 10%.
●The table below shows supported extension distance for each twisted pair cable category. Note that the
distance may shorten depending on the actual environment.
[Table 6.1] Extension distance
Noise
influence
Category
Extension
distance
TMDS clock
Recommended cable
Easily
affected
UTP
Cat5e
164 ft.
(50 m)
≦
225 MHz
Easily affected
Cat6
328 ft.
(100 m)
230 ft.
(70 m)
> 225 MHz
(4K format) Less affected
Less
affected
STP
Cat5e*
Cat6
328 ft.
(100 m)
492 ft.
(150 m)
Long reach mode
≦148 MHz
(1080p (24 bit) or less)
*The CAT.5E HDC cable is a double-shielded twisted pair cable that optimizes video signal transmission.
It is certified to 500 MHz bandwidth at distance up to 330 feet (100 m) and verified to meet requirements
specified by HDBaseT Alliance. The double-shielded structure protects video signal from outside
interference.
Note:
If there is a problem in the transmission path, video or audio may be interrupted. Check the precautions above.
If the problem still cannot be solved, shortening the twisted pair cable may remedy the problem.

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6.1.3 Cables
Use the correct HDMI cable or HDMI-DVI conversion cable depending on the system configuration.
When the video is 4K format, the maximum TMDS data rate (transmission speed) is 18 Gbps. If a high-speed
HDMI cable is used, the maximum TMDS data rate of 10.2 Gbps can be transferred, and the video cannot be
displayed stably.
Please select an 18 Gbps high-speed cable depending on the 4K format. The maximum extension distance
depends on the cable type, source and sink devices. You are recommended to use high quality cables.
[Table 6.2] 18 Gbps high-speed cable for 4K format
TMDS data rate (Gbps)
RGB
、
YCbCr 4:4:4
YCbCr 4:2:2 YCbCr 4:2:0
4K format 24 bit 30 bit 36 bit 24 bit 30 bit 36 bit 24 bit 30 bit 36 bit
3840x2160p (24 / 25 / 30) 10.2
Gbps 18 Gbps 18
Gbps 10.2 Gbps 10.2 Gbps 10.2 Gbps
－ － －
4096x2160 (24 / 25 / 30) 10.2
Gbps 18 Gbps 18
Gbps 10.2 Gbps 10.2 Gbps 10.2 Gbps
－－－
3840x2160p (50 / 59.94 / 60) 18
Gbps
－
－
18
Gbps 18 Gbps 18 Gbps 10.2 Gbps 18 Gbps 18 Gbps
4096x2160 (50 / 59.94 / 60) 18
Gbps
－－18
Gbps 18 Gbps 18 Gbps 10.2 Gbps 18 Gbps 18 Gbps
18 Gbps: 18 Gbps high-speed cable, 10.2 Gbps: 10.2 Gbps transmission cable, －:N/A
Note:
If a cable joint (JJ) or the like is used to extend the distance, the video may not be displayed correctly.

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6.2 Cabling
When connecting the MSD to external devices, please observe the following precautions.
・Read manuals for the external devices.
・Before you connecting cables to the MSD or an external device, dissipate static electricity by touching
grounded metal such as racks before handling signal cables. Failure to observe this precaution may
result in ESD (electrostatic discharge) damage.
・Power all units off before connecting cables.
・Be sure to fully seat all plugs and connections and dress cables to reduce stress on connectors.
・Secure HDMI cables using cable clamps to prevent connectors from being accidently pulled out of
ports.
Securing HDMI cable
using cable clamp
Removing HDMI cable and
cable clamp
①②③
Pull out while pressing
④
② ④ ⑤① ③
Click
[Fig. 6.2] How to use cable clamp