IDK HDC-TH100WPJ User manual

4K@60/HDCP 2.2 Wall-plate HDBaseT Transmitter
HDC-TH100WPJ
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Trademarks
Blu-ray Disc and Blu-ray are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association.
ETHERNET is a registered trademark of Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd.
HDBaseT™ and the HDBaseT Alliance Logo are trademarks of the HDBaseT Alliance.
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registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
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Before reading this manual
All rights reserved.
Some information contained in this User guide such as exact product appearance, diagrams, menu
operations, communication commands, and so on may differ depending on the product version.
This User guide is subject to change without notice. You can download the latest version from IDK’s
website at: http://www.idkav.com
Third-party products mentioned in this manual are for reference only and are not intended to force use.
FCC STATEMENT
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.
CE MARKING
This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the relevant European health, safety and
environmental protection legislation.
WEEE MARKING
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), Directive 2002/96/EC
(This directive is only valid in the EU.)
This equipment complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirement.
The left marking indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic equipment in
domestic household waste.

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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.
Enforcement Symbol
Description
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may result in death or serious
personal injury if the warning is ignored or the product is handled
incorrectly.
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may cause minor personal
injury or property damage if the caution is ignored or the product is
handled incorrectly.
Symbol
Description
Example
Caution
This symbol is intended to alert the user. (Warning and caution)
Electrical
Hazard
Prohibited
This symbol is intended to prohibit the user from specified actions.
Do not
disassemble
Instruction
This symbol is intended to instruct the user.
Unplug
Warning
Caution

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■For lifting heavy products:
Instruction
●Lifting must be done by two or more personnel.
To avoid injury: When lifting the product, bend your knees, keep your back straight and get close to it with two or
more persons.
■For installing and connecting products:
Prohibited
●Do not place the product upon a surface that may give way or that may become
unstable.
Install the product in a secure and stable place to prevent it from falling and possibly causing injury.
●Secure the product if installing in locations prone to vibration or movement.
Otherwise, it may move unexpectedly or it may fall and lead to injury.
Instruction
●Installation work must be performed by 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.
●Insert the power plug into an outlet that is unobstructed.
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 product from the AC power source during installation or service.
When connecting peripheral devices to this product, unplug all involved devices from outlets. Ground potential
differences may cause fire or other difficulties.
■For operating products:
Prohibited
●Keep out any foreign objects.
To avoid fire or electric shock, do not permit foreign objects, such as metal and paper, to enter the product from
vent holes or other apertures.
●For power cable/ plug:
・
Do not scratch, heat, or modify, including splicing or lengthening them.
・
Do not pull, place heavy objects on them, or pinch them.
・
Do not bend, twist, tie or clamp 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 by unauthorized
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 during electrical storms.
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.
Warning

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■If the following problem occurs:
Unplug
●Unplug immediately if the product smokes, makes unusual noise, or produces a
burning odor.
If you continue to use the product under these conditions, it may cause electric shock or fire.
●Unplug immediately if the product is damaged by falling or having been dropped.
If you continue to use the product under these conditions, it may increase the risk of electrical shock or fire. For
maintenance and repair, contact your IDK representative.
●Unplug immediately if water or other objects are directed inside.
If you continue to use the product under these conditions, it may increase the risk of electrical shock or fire. For
maintenance and repair, contact your IDK representative.
Warning

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■For installing and connecting products:
Prohibited
●Do not place the product in a location 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.
●Do not store or operate 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.
●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.
●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 handle power plug 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.
●Do not place the product at elevations of 1.24 mi. (2,000 m) 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 rack meeting EIA standards, and maintain spaces above and below for air circulation. For
your safety as required, attach an L-shaped bracket in addition to the panel mount bracket kit to improve
mechanical stability.
●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 originally supplied 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.
●Unplug the product before cleaning.
To prevent electric shock.
Caution

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Table of Contents
1Included Items............................................................................................................................................ 9
2Product outline ......................................................................................................................................... 10
3Features ................................................................................................................................................... 10
4Panels ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
5System configuration example................................................................................................................. 13
6Precautions .............................................................................................................................................. 14
6.1 Power supply ...................................................................................................................................... 14
6.2 Cable................................................................................................................................................... 16
6.2.1 Category cable for extension ...................................................................................................... 16
6.2.2 Cabling ........................................................................................................................................ 17
7Installation ................................................................................................................................................ 18
7.1 Switch box, bracket, and wallplate...................................................................................................... 19
7.2 Replacing HDC wallplate cover .......................................................................................................... 20
8Product specification................................................................................................................................ 21
8.1 Dimensions ......................................................................................................................................... 22
9Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................... 23

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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.
HDC-TH100WPJ
HDC-WPC-W:
HDC wallplate cover (white)
One (1) HDC-TH100WPJ
HDC wallplate cover (white) originally attached to HDC-TH100WPJ.
One (1) zip tie
One (1) 2-pin terminal block
[Fig. 1.1] Included items
Tip:
For black wallplate cover (HDC-WPC-B), contact us as needed.

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2 Product outline
The HDC-TH100WPJ (hereafter referred to as “HDC”) is a wall-mountable transmitter for a long-haul
transmission of HDMI signal over one single category cable.
The image quality will not be deteriorated, since video signal is transmitted at a resolution up to 4K@60
without compression.
Input video signal is converted to HDBaseT signal and sent up to 328 ft. (100 m).
PoH (Power over HDBaseT) is supported. Connecting a receiver supporting PoH power supply (PSE)
function eliminates the need for a local power supply.
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/Cat5e STP/Cat6 STP cable
・Transmission over Cat5e UTP cable*1
・Up to 328 ft. (100 m) over Cat6 UTP cable*2
・Up to 492 ft. (150 m) in Long reach mode (1080p 60 Hz 24 bit or less)*3
・No actual extension delay (10 μs or less/328 ft. (100 m))
Others
・CEC (Pass-through)
・PoH (HDBaseT output)
*1 If exceeding 164ft. (50 m), CAT.5E HDC, Cat5e STP, and Cat6 UTP/STP cables are recommended.
*2 If the 4K format exceeds 230 ft. (70 m), CAT.5E HDC, Cat5e STP, and Cat6 STP cables are
recommended.
*3 If exceeding 328 ft. (100 m) in Long reach mode, CAT.5E HDC, Cat5e STP, and Cat6 STP cables are
recommended.

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4 Panels
①②
⑧
⑦
⑨
④⑤⑥
(In this figure, the left cover is removed.)
⑩
⑪
⑫
③
Front Rear
[Fig. 4.1] HDC-TH100WPJ drawing
[Table 4.1] HDC-TH100WPJ features
(1/2)
#
Feature
Description
①
HDMI input connector
Input connector for HDMI signals
Connect to source devices such as Blu-ray disk players
②HDBaseT output
connector
Output connector for HDBaseT signal
Connects to a receiver over a category cable.
When using DC 12V power supply, do not be powered by PoH
【See: 6.1 Power supply】
③Part for fixing category
cable
Category cable that is connected to the HDBaseT output connector can
be fixed with a zip tie.
【See: 7 Installation】

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[Table 4.2] HDC-TH100WPJ features (Cont’d)
# Feature Description
④POWER LED Shows the power status
Illuminates in green: Powered
Does not illuminate : Not powered
⑤LINK LED Shows the connection status between the HDC and HDBaseT receiver
Illuminates in green : The receiver is connected
Blinks in green (0.5-second interval): The receiver is in standby state
Does not illuminate : No connection
⑥
HDCP LED
Shows the HDCP status
Illuminates in green: HDCP compliant
Blinks in green : HDCP incompliant
Does not illuminate : No video signal
⑦
RESET button
Resets the HDC and then re-establish the connection to HDBaseT
receiver
⑧LONG REACH 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 : Disable long reach mode (Up to 328 ft. (100 m))
⑨
DC 12V IN (power input)
connector
Connector for DC 12 V power supply
When using PoH, do not use DC 12V power supply
【See: 6.1 Power supply】
⑩
Frame ground Use for bonding chassis to local ground. An M3 screw is used.
⑪
Screw hole Hole for installing the HDC to a switch box or the like
⑫
Screw hole Hole for attaching a 2-gang decorator wallplate
Note:
For Long reach mode, up to 1080p (24 bit) resolutions are supported when using IDK’s HDBaseT products
supporting 328 ft. (100 m).

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5 System configuration example
Example: Powered by PoH
Power is provided by the MSD-802UHD. Video of the laptop is output to the monitor.
*Transmission distances:
Up to 328 ft. (100 m) :4K@60
Up to 492 ft. (150 m) :1080p (24 bit) (with Long reach mode, Use IDK’s HDBaseT products supporting 328 ft. (100 m))
Monitor
Category cable up to 328 ft. (100 m)*
HDMI/DVI
Up to 16 ft. (5 m)
Laptop
MSD-802UHD
HDC-TH100WPJ
Providing power
(PoH)
HDMI/DVI
[Fig. 5.1] System configuration with PoH powered
Tip:
If using the PoH powering function of the MSD-802UHD, set “HDBaseT input power supply” to “ON”.
Refer to the MSD-701UHD/702UHD/801UHD/ 802UHD User Guide for details.
Note:
If transmitting DVI signal with HDCP from a source device, video may not be output to the sink device
depending on connected devices. Contact us before transmitting DVI signal with HDCP.

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6 Precautions
6.1 Power supply
The HDC can be powered by either of:
・From a device supporting PoH PSE (IEEE 802.3af)
or
・From DC 12 V power supply
Note:
When using PoH, do not use the DC 12V power supply.
■Powered from a device supporting PoH (PSE)
Power is provided from a device supporting PoH over a category cable that is connected to an HDBaseT
output connector. Turn all devices off when connecting to the category cable.
HDC-TH100WPJ HDC-P1502
HDBaseT receiver that does
not support PoH
[Fig. 6.1] Powered from HDC-P1502

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MSD-802UHD
HDC-TH100WPJ
[Fig. 6.2] Powered from MSD-802UHD
■From DC 12 V power supply:
Insert a non-energized power cable into the terminal block. Remove the left wallplate cover and connect the
terminal block to the DC 12V IN connector.
AWG28 to AWG16 conductor gauge is recommended. The recommended wire strip length is 0.28 in. (7 mm).
+-
Up to 0.28 in. (7 mm)
+ -
Power cable
Terminal block
[Fig. 6.3] Connecting DC 12 V power cable
Note:
Ensure the polarity is correct when inserting the power cable to the terminal block. Otherwise, it may cause
problems or a fire.

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6.2 Cable
6.2.1 Category cable for extension
To ensure the best performance of category cables, select a correct category 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 transmission 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 transmission distance of a category cables is the shorter distance of the maximum
transmission distances of transmitter/receiver/sink device connected to the HDC.
・Pin assignments: T568A or T568B straight
・Do not pull the cable hard. The allowable tension of the category 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 category cables, we recommended keeping a distance between the cables or not to
place the cables closely in parallel.
・Keep the category 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 HDC, video or audio may be interrupted.
・If the total transmission 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. However,
the transmission distance of high-resolution transmission, such as 4K, may be shortened about 10%.
・Use AWG 24 or ticker cable for PoH.
・The table below shows supported transmission distance for each category. Note that the distance may
shorten depending on the actual environment.

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[Table 6.1] Transmission distance
Noise
influence
Category
Transmission
distance
TMDS clock
Recommended cable
Easily
affected
UTP
Cat5e
164 ft.
(50 m)
≦
225 MHz
For 164 ft. (50 m) or longer,
CAT.5E HDC*, Cat5e STP, and
Cat6 UTP/STP cables
Cat6
328 ft.
(100 m)
230 ft.
(70 m)
> 225 MHz
(4K format)
For 4K format 230 ft. (70 m) or
longer:
CAT.5E HDC*, Cat5e STP, and
Cat6 STP cables
Less
affected
STP
Cat5e*
Cat6
328 ft.
(100 m)
492 ft.
(150 m)
Long reach mode
≦148 MHz
(1080p 24 bit or less)
CAT.5E HDC*, Cat5e STP, and
Cat6 STP cables
* The CAT.5E HDC cable is a double-shielded category cable that optimizes video signal transmission.
It is certified to 500 MHz bandwidth at distance up to 330 ft. (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 category cable may remedy the problem.
6.2.2 Cabling
When connecting the HDC to external devices, please observe the following precautions.
・Read manuals for the external devices.
・Before you connecting cables to the HDC 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.

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7 Installation
When installing the HDC, observe the following precautions:
・Ensure the category cable is fixed with a zip tie to protect the connector.
・Wall thickness: 0.6 in. (15 mm) or thicker
・When the HDC needs to be installed in an enclosed space or switch box, maintain the following sufficient
clearances to provide adequate ventilation: 1 in. (25 mm) or more around the HDC or switch box; 0.2 in.
(5 mm) or more for depth
1 in (25 mm)
or larger
1 in (25 mm) or larger
1 in (25 mm) or
larger
1 in (25 mm)
or larger
0.2 in (5 mm)
or larger
Wall thickness:
0.6 in. (15 mm) or thicker
[Fig. 7.1] Space for heat dissipation
1 in (25 mm)
or larger
1 in (25 mm)
or larger
1 in (25 mm) or
larger
1 in (25 mm)
or larger
0.2 in (5 mm)
or larger
Switch box
Wall thickness:
0.6 in. (15 mm) or thicker
[Fig. 7.2] Space for heat dissipation (when switch box is used)

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7.1 Switch box, bracket, and wallplate
IDK has confirmed that the following switch box, bracket, and wallplate can be mounted to the HDC.
・DS4912 (Panasonic)
・DF32221K (Panasonic)
・WN3997 (Panasonic)
・WN6006 (Panasonic)
・WN7606K (Panasonic)
・NKP-3UF-2 (Jimbo)
2-Gang Switch Box
HDC-TH100WPJ
2-Gang Decorator Wallplate
[Fig. 7.3] Example: Switch box is used
Note:
If installing the HDC directly in the wall without a switch box, use WN3997 (Panasonic)
WN3993020 (Panasonic) is not supported.

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7.2 Replacing HDC wallplate cover
HDC wallplate cover (white) originally attached to HDC-TH100WPJ. You can replace the white cover with a
black one (HDC-WPC-B) using a #1 Phillips screwdriver.
[Fig. 7.4] Replacing HDC wallplate cover
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