Install Bay IB-HDAOC-015 User manual

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Instruction Manual
HDMI® Hybrid Active Optical Cable

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Install Bay HDMI Hybrid AOC cable
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Install Bay Fiber Optic HDMI AOC Cable.
This Cable allows you to transmit HDMI signals to a distance of up to 100m without external
power supply. This cable is a hybrid cable containing both fiber optic and copper cores.
Our HDMI Active Hybrid Cable is the most competitive long distance HDMI interconnection
solution on the market. It supports a maximum data rate of 6Gbps per channel, total 18Gbps,
light weight, flexible, and has an ultra-small fixed installation bending radius of 45mm.
With our advanced optical engine embedded the HDMI Hybrid Cable provides full HDMI
signal integrity.
INTENDED USE
This product is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture,
e.g. in bathrooms, must be avoided under all circumstances.
For safety and approval purposes (CE), you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If
you use the product for purposes other than those described above, the product may be
damaged. In addition, improper use can cause hazards such as short circuiting, fire, electric
shock etc.
Read the instructions carefully and keep them. Make this product available to third parties
only together with its operating instructions.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information. If
you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in this manual,
we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases
will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
The maximum pulling tensile load of the cable is 150N (15kg). Never pull the cable with
higher load.

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The minimum bending radius of the hybrid cable is approximately 45mm, bending the cable
to a smaller radius will irreversibly destroy the cable.
Pay attention to trip hazards; make sure that the cable is installed safely.
Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. These may become dangerous
playing material for children.
Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity,
moisture, flammable gases, vapors and solvents.
Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it
from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
• is visibly damaged,
• is no longer working properly,
• has been stored for an extended period in poor ambient conditions or
• has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can
damage the product.
Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected
to the product.
Consult an expert when in doubt about the operation, safety or connection of the device.
FEATURES
This Install Bay HDMI AOC Cable has many features that enable it to perform in a superior
manner. Among those features you will find:
•Supports HDMI 2.0b specification with data rates up to 18Gbps
•Supports HDCP1.4 & HDCP2.2
•Supports resolutions up to Ultra HD 4K (3840x2160) 60Hz,4:4:4
•Supports computer resolutions including 1080P and 4K2K (60Hz)
•Supports 48 bit color depth (16bit per channel)
•Supports lossless HDMI audio formats like Dolby True HD and DTS-HD, etc.
•Supports ARC, HEC and CEC
•Supports EDID incl. self-detecting function

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•Long-term bending radius (45mm)
•Plug and Play
•Low Power Consumption: 250mW (max)
•No loss of signal
•Delivering crystal clear digital images instantly
•IB-HDAOC Series UL rated CL3 approved PVC jacket
•IB-HDAOCP Series UL rated Plenum approved PVC jacket
APPLICATION
This product is for example applicable to:
•Digital Signage
•LED Signboards
•Home Theater
•Blu-ray, 3D Video, Projector, Set-top box, DVR, Game Consoles and Computer
•TV Broadcast Station
•Conference Room
•Video Equipment
•Security Systems and more.
SPECIFICATIONS
Item
Description
Units
Transmitter (Source)
Receiver (Display)
HDMI Version
HDMI 2.0b, Fully Support bi-directional EDID and HDCP communication
HDCP1.4/2.2 pass through ,Audio, CEC, support HEC&ARC
Video Bandwidth
18Gbps - 6 Gbps per Channel + Clock.
Supported
Resolution & Distance
Max. resolutions: 2160p60 4:4:4 8/10bit
PC: WUXGA 1920x1200 up to 100 meters
HDTV: 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p deep color, 4K (60P), 3D Full HD
1920x1080 up to 100 meters
O/E Converter
4 channel 850 nm VCSEL array
4 CH GaAs PD array
Connector Type
HDMI Type A
Cable Type
Hybrid type with OM3 fiber and copper wire
Cable Outer Diameter
4.5mm
Jacket Outer Material
PVC
Differential Input
100 Ohm
Power Consumption
250mW (max.)
Power Supply
Non external power required
Passive Power Supply
4.75-5.5 V

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Environmental Conditions
Mechanical properties and Environmental performance
Item
Units
Specified values
Tensile strength (Long-term)
N
Up to150
Crush resistance (Long-term)
N/100mm
300
Minimum bending radius (dynamic)
mm
20D*
Minimum bending radius (static)
mm
10D*
*D = the diameter of the cable body, in this case it is 4.5mm
CROSS SECTION
Construction:
Hybrid cable, fiber (high speed data) & copper (low speed signals)
Cable construction:
4 fiber cores and 7 cooper conductors
Cable jacket: PVC, diameter ~4.5mm
Connector dimensions ~39x20x9mm.
Connector material: Zinc-Alloy
OPERATION AND CONNECTION DIAGRAM
ATTENTION
The Install Bay HDMI AOC is designed for use with the +5V passive power, supplied through
pin 18 on the HDMI connection from the source device. This +5V connection, as well as
powering the internal fiber optic module, is also carried through to the other sink via a full
standard copper connection. Please make sure, that the source device is capable of
delivering more than 500mA.
This cable can only be used in one direction. The connectors are marked with “Source” and
“Display”. Each connector must be plugged into the correct port to avoid signal loss.
Before using this cable, please make sure that all devices which will be connected with the
Operating Temperature
-10-50 °C / 14 – 122 °F
Storage Temperature
-20-60 °C / -4 – 140 °F
Relative Humidity
10-80 %RH
copper!
fiber!
semi-tighted!
sheath!
aramid!yarns!
insulating!layer!
Jacket!

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Install Bay AOC HDMI Cable are shut down and without power.
Then you can start to connect the “source side” of the HDMI plug to the transmitter and
connect the “display side” of the other HDMI plug to the receiver/display.
This works without additional power supply.
We do not recommend using any intermediate cables or adapters between the connections,
as the signal transmission performance maybe attenuated.
Switch on the power of the device of the HDMI source and the display.
If the system does not work properly, see trouble shooting guide in next section.
TROUBLESHOOTING
THE DISPLAY SHOWS:
• A BLACK SCREEN
• SCREEN IS DISTORTED
• NOISE INTERFERENCE
1. Check that the connectors are in the correct ports of the source and sink devices – check
the labels on the connector housing to be sure.
2. Ensure that the HDMI plugs are firmly inserted into the HDMI source and display.
3. Check if the HDMI source and display are powered on and properly booted.
4. Reset the system by unplugging and re-plugging the source or display HDMI port.
5. Re-boot the system with the optical HDMI cable system reconnected.
Connect to SOURCE
Connect to DISPLAY
SOURCE
DISLAY

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MAINTENANCE
There are no components located inside the product you need to maintain. Never
open/dismantle the product.
Maintenance, modifications and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an expert or at a
qualified shop.
If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our
technical support service or other technical personnel.
CLEANING
Before cleaning the product it must be disconnected from all other connected products.
Do not use abrasive or solvents or any aggressive cleaning agents, rubbing alcohol or other
chemical solutions as they can cause damage to the housing and malfunctioning.
To clean the product, a dry, soft and clean cloth is sufficient. Do not apply too much pressure
to the housing as this may cause scratch marks. You can easily remove dust using a
long-haired, soft and clean brush.
WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
Metra Electronics grants 1 year warranty to a new Install Bay HDMI AOC.
As Metra Electronics has no influence on installation, warranty only applies to the product
itself.
If any fault or damage is detected on your product, please contact Metra Electronics and
provide your sales slip or invoice as evidence of the purchase, if necessary. Metra
Electronics will repair or replace the faulty cable. You make the work of our technicians
considerably easier, describing possible faults in detail – only then you can be assured that
faults, occurring only rarely, will be found and repaired with certainty!
Metra Electronics is not liable for damages to persons or property caused by improper
installation, operation or maintenance, not described in this manual.
Do not alter or modify the product or its accessories.
Any use other than described in this user`s manual is not permitted and causes loss of
warranty, loss of guarantee, and non-liability.

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CE CONFORMITY
hereby declares that the Install Bay HDMI AOC complies with Directive
2014/30/EU.
DISPOSAL OF THE DEVICE
WEEE-Reg. No.: DE 93847290
According to the European WEEE directive, any electrical and electronic
equipment must not be disposed with consumers waste. As a consumer,
you are committed by law to reposit electrical and electronic devices to
public collecting points or to the dealer for free at the end of the device’s
lifetime. Details are regulated in the respective national legislations. The
garbage can symbol on the product, in the manual or on the packaging refers to these terms.
With the return of your used devices you actively take part in protecting the environment.
DISCLAIMER
This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. All company
names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
All rights reserved.
We reserve our right for misprints and changes of the device, packing or user`s manual.
HDMI® is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing L.L.C
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