Intelix Digi-1x4b-1h Operating instructions

8001 Terrace Ave

Suite 201

Middleton, WI 53562

Rev 141231 Phone: 608-831-0880

Toll-Free: 866-462-8649

Fax: 608-831-1833

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon and

Operaon Guide

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Important Safety Instrucons

Read all of these instrucons. Save them for future reference.

»Follow all warnings and instrucons marked on the device.

»This product is for indoor use only.

»Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result.

»Do not use the device near water.

»Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers.

»The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for adequate venlaon. To ensure reliable operaon, and to

protect against overheang, these openings must never be blocked or covered.

»The device should never be placed on a so surface (bed, sofa, rug, etc.) as this will block its venlaon openings. Likewise, the

device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate venlaon has been provided.

»Never spill liquid of any kind on the device.

»Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Clean only with a dry cloth.

»The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of

power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

»To prevent damage to your installaon it is important that all devices are properly grounded.

»Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that

produce heat.

»Use only accessories specied or recommended by Intelix.

»Explanaon of graphical symbols:

◊ Lightning bolt/ash symbol: the lightning bolt/ash and arrowhead within an equilateral triangle symbol is

intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product enclosure

which may be of sucient magnitude to constute a risk of shock to a person or persons.

◊ Exclamaon point symbol: the exclamaon point within an equilateral triangle symbol is intended to alert

the user to the presence of important operang and maintenance (servicing) instrucons in the literature

accompanying the product.

»Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or

tripped over. If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere rangs of all products used on

this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rang. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet

does not exceed 15 amperes.

»To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line

condioner, or uninterrupble power supply (UPS).

»Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulng

in a risk of re or electrical shock.

»Do not aempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.

»If the following condions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to qualied service personnel for repair.

◊ The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed.

◊ Liquid has been spilled into the device.

◊ The device has been exposed to rain or water.

◊ The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

◊ The device exhibits a disnct change in performance, indicang a need for service.

◊ The device does not operate normally when the operang instrucons are followed.

»Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operang instrucons. Improper adjustment of other controls may result

in damage that will require extensive work by a qualied technician to repair.

»Use only with the cart, stand, table, or rack specied by Intelix or sold with the equipment. When/if a cart is used,

use cauon when moving the cart/equipment combinaon to avoid injury from p-over.

»Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of me.

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Table of Contents

Product Overview�� 5

Package Contents �� 6

Front and Rear Panels�� 7

Front Panel�� 7

Rear Panel �� 8

Installaon Instrucons �� 9

Quick Start �� 9

Mount the Distribuon Amplier�� 9

Shelf Mounng Instrucons ................................................................................................................... 9

Table Mounng Instrucons ................................................................................................................... 9

Set EDID Mode and Device ID ��10

Connect Source ��10

Connect Displays��11

HDMI Output ........................................................................................................................................11

HDBaseT Outputs .................................................................................................................................11

Connect IR Control ��12

Source Device Control via Remote IR ...................................................................................................12

Remote Display Control via Local IR .....................................................................................................12

Connect RS232 Control��13

Daisy-chain Addional Distribuon Ampliers ��14

Assign Unique Idener for RS232 Control ..........................................................................................14

Daisy-chain Cabling ...............................................................................................................................14

Apply Power �� 15

Verify Signal Status ��15

RS232 Protocol �� 16

Video Output On and O ��16

RS232 to Displays via HDBaseT��17

Troubleshoong �� 18

Distribuon amplier does not power on ��18

No video from HDBaseT output ��18

Distorted or no video output��18

Cannot hear HDMI input audio��18

Technical Specicaons �� 19

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

The Intelix DIGI-1X4B-1H is an HDMI distribuon amp with four HDBaseT outputs and one HDMI Loop output.

This distribuon amplier is designed for any system that requires an HDMI signal to be distributed to mulple

remote locaons.

The Intelix DIGI-1X4B-1H features HDBaseT twisted pair extension for four outputs, allowing the same signal

to be routed to a remote desnaon with an HDBaseT receiver. The HDBaseT ports support up to 4Kx2K HDMI

video with audio, wide-band IR tunneling (for IR control of source or displays), RS232 tunneling, and HDCP up

to 60 meters (196 feet). Each HDBaseT output port supplies power to the aached extender, eliminang the

need for a power supply at the display end.

The Intelix DIGI-1X4B-1H is designed with an HDMI loop out which is intended to cascade to addional units,

allowing for system expansion for larger systems. A unique control design allows the RS232 port to be addressed

and cascaded, allowing control commands to be discretely directed to the RS232 port of any aached HDBaseT

receiver. This design allows third party control systems to reduce the number of COM ports required, thus

reducing hardware costs.

The Intelix DIGI-1X4B-1H is HDMI compable and supports up to 4kx2k resoluons, Deep Color, and full 3D

capabilies. The DA features advanced EDID and HDCP handling, including EDID copy and preset modes.

Product Overview

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Package Contents

24V DC 2.5A Power

Supply

1 ea

RS232 Cable

1 ea

IR Loop Cable

1 ea

IR Emier

1 ea

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon

and Operaon Guide

1 ea

DIGI-1X4B-1H Distribuon

Amplier

1 ea

Mounng Rails with Screws

2 ea

US IEC Power Cable

1 ea

RS232 Loop Cable

1 ea

IR Receiver

1 ea

Please verify the following items are in the shipping box prior to installaon of the DIGI-1X4B-1H.

Shelf Feet with Screws

4 ea

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Front and Rear Panels

Front Panel

1 2 3 4 5

1. Power Indicator LED

2. Firmware Update Port

3. HDMI Input Indicator LED

4. HDMI Output Indicator LED

5. HDBaseT Link Indicator LED (4 ea)

6. HDBaseT HDCP Indicator LED (4 ea)

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Rear Panel

A B C D E F HG

KJI

A. HDMI Input

B. HDMI Output

C. HDBaseT Outputs with PoE (4 ea)

D. IR Input

E. ID Selector

F. RS232 Input

G. EDID Selector Switches

H. 24V DC Input

I. IR Loop

J. IR Output

K. RS232 Loop

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Installaon Instrucons

Quick Start

Mount the Distribuon Amplier

Shelf Mounng Instrucons

Table Mounng Instrucons

1. Mount the distribuon amplier

2. Set EDID mode and device ID

3. Connect source

4. Connect displays

5. Connect IR control

6. Connect RS232 control

7. Daisy-chain addional distribuon ampliers

8. Apply power

9. Verify signal status

At least 2 inches of free air space is required on both sides of the DIGI-1X4B-1H for proper side venlaon.

Avoid mounng the DIGI-1X4B-1H near a power amplier or any other source of signicant heat.

Aach the shelf feet to the boom of the DIGI-1X4B-1H.

Aach the mounng rails to the sides of the DIGI-1X4B-1H.

Once the rails are installed, the distribuon amplier is ready

to be mounted under a table or onto a wall.

Currently, there is not a rack mounng kit available for the

DIGI-1X4B-1H.

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Set EDID Mode and Device ID

Connect Source

Set the EDID of the DIGI-1X4B-1H to the highest compable

resoluon of all displays to be connected to the device.

DIP Switch Sengs Resoluon

Down, Down, Down, Down 1080p/60; Stereo PCM

Down, Down, Down, Up 720p/60; Stereo PCM

Down, Down, Up, Down 1280x800/60; Stereo PCM

Down, Down, Up, Up 1024x768/60; Stereo PCM

Down, Up, Down, Down 1920x1200/60; Stereo PCM

Connect the source devices to HDMI inputs using HDMI cables

that are less than or equal to 5 meters in length. For source

devices that are further away, an HDMI extension device will be

required to complete the connecon.

When sending RS232 through the HDBaseT outputs to the

displays, each distribuon amplier must have a unique

idener assigned to it.

The rotary switch is labeled in hexadecimal (Hex), while the

RS232 commands use decimal (Dec). Use a small, at blade

screwdriver to set the ID of each DIGI-1X4B-1H to a dierent

hexadecimal value.

Hex Dec Hex Dec Hex Dec Hex Dec

0 00 4 04 8 08 C12

1 01 5 05 9 09 D 13

2 02 6 06 A 10 E 14

3 03 7 07 B 11 F 15

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Connect Displays

HDMI Output

HDBaseT Outputs

Connect the display device or second DIGI-1X4B-1H to the

HDMI output using an HDMI cable that is less than or equal to

5 meters in length. For a display that further away, it is highly

recommended to ulize the HDBaseT outputs.

For all HDBaseT cabling, the EIA/TIA-568B crimp paern must

be used on Category 6 or greater cable. In areas with large

amounts of electromagnec (EM) or radio frequency (RF)

interference, a shielded variety of Category 5e or greater cable

is recommended with shielded connectors on both ends of the

selected cable.

The HDBaseT output provides 15 was of Power over Ethernet,

which eliminates the need for a power supply with a compable

HDBaseT receiver. Intelix recommends using the DIGI-HD60C-R

or DIGI-HD60-R for installaons which require remote power.

Connect the HDBaseT receiver to the display per the

manufacturer’s instrucons. Connect the HDBaseT cable to the

distribuon amplier and the HDBaseT receiver.

TIA/EIA-568B

Orange/White

Orange

Green/White

Blue

Blue/White

Green

Brown/White

Brown

Pin 1

Pin 2

Pin 3

Pin 4

Pin 5

Pin 6

Pin 7

Pin 8

1 8

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Connect IR Control

Source Device Control via Remote IR

Aach the plasc end of the DIGIB-EMT to the IR receiver of the

source device. Insert the TS 3.5 mm plug of the DIGIB-EMT to

the IR output port (IR OUT) of the distribuon amplier for the

source device to control.

The DIGI-1X4B-1H has an advanced bidireconal IR control protocol through the HDBaseT output port, which

allows for the control of the source or displays. Intelix recommends using the DIGI-HD60C-R for installaons

which require IR extension.

Only use the included IR components, DIGIB-EMT (IR transmier) or DIGIB-EYE (IR receiver) with the DIGI-

1X4B-1H. Third party 12V DC IR components are not compable with the DIGI-1X4B-1H.

An IR signal passed from the display locaon through the HDBaseT connecon can provide control of the

source device.

Remote Display Control via Local IR

Insert the TRS 3.5 mm plug of the DIGIB-EYE to the IR input port

(IR IN) of the distribuon amplier.

An IR signal may be passed to a remote display locaon through the HDBaseT connecon. In order to extend

an IR signal to a remote display, the included DIGIB-EYE must be connected to the IR input port (IR IN) of the

distribuon amplier.

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Connect RS232 Control

In addion to tradional RS232 control, the DIGI-1X4B-1H has an advanced RS232 control mechanism which

allows RS232 tunneling through the HDBaseT output port to control remote devices. Intelix recommends using

the DIGI-HD60C-R for installaons which require RS232 extension.

The RS232 control port requires a standard straight-through serial cable for operaon, which is included with

the product. The default sengs for the RS232 port are:

• 9600 baud

• 8 Data Bits

• 1 Stop Bit

• Parity = none

While the DIGI-1X4B-1H requires RS232 commands to be sent to it at 9600 baud, mulple baud rates are

available to communicate with the remote devices.

Connect the included straight-through serial cable between the

RS232 port on the DIGI-1X4B-1H and the controller.

Some controllers may not have a DE9 port available for RS232 communicaon, but may have removable

terminal block connecons. Consult the manual of the control device(s) to determine which pins the TX/RX

signals are carried on. Be sure to always connect TX to RX and RX to TX.

RXD

GND

TXD

DIGI-1X4B-1HController

TXD

GND

RXD

DIGI-HD60C-R Display

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Daisy-chain Addional Distribuon Ampliers

Mulple DIGI-1X4B-1H distribuon ampliers may be connected to distribute a single source signal to up to

64 displays via HDBaseT extenders.

Assign Unique Idener for RS232 Control

Daisy-chain Cabling

When sending RS232 through the HDBaseT outputs to the

displays, each distribuon amplier must have a unique

idener assigned to it.

The rotary switch is labeled in hexadecimal (Hex), while

the RS232 commands use decimal (Dec). Use the supplied

screwdriver to set the ID of each DIGI-1X4B-1H to a dierent

hexadecimal value.

Hex Dec Hex Dec Hex Dec Hex Dec

0 00 4 04 8 08 C12

1 01 5 05 9 09 D 13

2 02 6 06 A 10 E 14

3 03 7 07 B 11 F 15

1. Connect the HDMI output of the rst distribuon amplier to the HDMI input of the next distribuon

amplier with an HDMI cable.

2. If sending IR to the remote display, connect the IR LOOP port of the rst distribuon amplier to the IR IN

port of the next distribuon amplier with the supplied IR Loop Cable.

3. If sending RS232 to the remote display, connect the RS232 LOOP port of the rst distribuon amplier to

the RS232 port of the next distribuon amplier with the supplied RS232 Loop Cable.

1 2 3

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

The LEDs on the front of the DIGI-1X4B-1H will assist in verifying the operaon in the system without having to

leave the primary equipment area.

Apply Power

Verify Signal Status

Plug the power supply into the power input port on the rear

of the distribuon amplier. Twist the locking ring clockwise to

prevent accidental disconnecon of power.

Input LED

• LED is o when an acve source is not present.

• LED is on when an acve source is present.

HDMI Output LED

• LED is o when a display is not present or powered on.

• LED is ashing when source content is not encrypted.

• LED is solid when source content is encrypted.

HDBaseT Link LEDs

• LED is o when a compable HDBaseT receiver is not connected to the HDBaseT port.

• LED is on when a compable HDBaseT receiver is connected to the HDBaseT port.

Note: If the LED is ickering, there is poor communicaon between the DIGI-HD-1X4B-1H and the HDBaseT

receiver, which may indicate a cabling issue or interference.

HDBaseT HDCP LEDs

• LED is ashing when source content is not encrypted.

• LED is solid when source content is encrypted.

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

RS232 Protocol

The default sengs for the RS232 port are:

• 9600 baud

• 8 Data Bits

• 1 Stop Bit

• Parity = none

While the DIGI-1X4B-1H requires RS232 commands to be

sent to it at 9600 baud, mulple baud rates are available to

communicate with the remote devices.

Baud Rate Baud Code

2400 1

4800 2

9600 3

19200 4

38400 5

57600 6

115200 7

Hex Dec Hex Dec

0 00 8 08

1 01 9 09

2 02 A 10

3 03 B 11

4 04 C12

5 05 D 13

6 06 E 14

7 07 F 15

The output video stream going to the HDMI and HDBaseT ports may be turned on and o per distribuon

amplier or per specic output(s) on a distribuon amplier.

X two digit decimal value for the distribuon amplier

Y 1 = HDMI; 2 through 5 = HDBaseT outputs 1 through 4

Command Structure Command Descripon Response

OFFX0. Turn o the video stream for the DA OFF All

ONX0. Turn on the video stream for the DA ON All

OFFXY1,Y2.Turn o the video stream for specic outputs OFF Y1, Y2

ONXY1,Y2.Turn on the video stream for specic outputs ON Y1, Y2

Examples:

Command Structure Command Descripon Response

OFF040. Turn o the video stream for DA 4 OFF All

ON022,3,4. Turn on the video stream for outputs 2, 3, and 4 on DA 2 ON 2, 3, 4

When daisy-chaining mulple distribuon ampliers, please allow 100 ms (0.10 s) between commands.

Video Output On and O

When sending RS232 through the HDBaseT outputs to the

displays, each distribuon amplier must have a unique

idener assigned to it.

The rotary switch is labeled in hexadecimal (Hex), while

the RS232 commands use decimal (Dec). Use the supplied

screwdriver to set the ID of each DIGI-1X4B-1H to a dierent

hexadecimal value.

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Command strings may be passed through the DIGI-1X4B-1H to the displays connected to the HDBaseT output

ports. When sending commands to mulple displays, only the response from the display at the lowest HDBaseT

port number will be passed to the controller.

X two digit decimal value for the distribuon amplier

B baud code

Y 1 through 4 = HDBaseT outputs 1 through 4

string command string to remote displays (48 character limit)

Command Structure Command Descripon

XB0$string Send command string to all outputs on the DA at baud code

XBY1,Y2$string Send command string to specic outputs on the DA at baud code

Examples:

Command Structure Command Descripon

1250$Power On Send command string Power On to all outputs on DA C at 38400 baud

0971,3,4$Input 1 Select Send command string Input 1 Select to outputs 1, 3, and 4 on DA 9 at

115200 baud

RS232 to Displays via HDBaseT

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Troubleshoong

Distribuon amplier does not power on

Cannot hear HDMI input audio

No video from HDBaseT output

Distorted or no video output

»Verify power outlet is acve.

»Verify the power supply connector is secured to the rear of the distribuon amplier.

»If using a DisplayPort device with a DisplayPort to HDMI adapter, verify source can pass audio via DisplayPort

connecon.

»Verify the link LED for the HDBaseT output is lit solid.

»Verify the Category 6 cable is connuous between the distribuon amplier and HDBaseT receiver.

»Verify the HDBaseT receiver has power if it cannot accept power via PoE.

»Verify the video output resoluon of the source is compable with the display.

DIGI-1X4B-1H Installaon Guide

Technical Specicaons

Input/Output Connecons

HDMI Input One (1) HDMI Type A Receptacle Connector

HDBaseT Outputs Four (4) Shielded RJ45 Female

HDMI Output One (1) HDMI Type A Receptacle Connector

RS232 In One (1) 3-Pole/3.5mm Euroblock

RS232 Loop One (1) 3-Pole/3.5mm Euroblock

IR Input One (1) 3.5mm TRS

IR Loop One (1) 3.5mm TRS

IR Output One (1) 3.5mm TRS

24V DC Power One (1) Locking Barrel (5.5 mm OD, 2.1 mm ID)

Supported Audio, Video, and Control

Maximum Video Compability at 60 m Deep Color 36/30/24 Bit at 1080p

Maximum Video Compability at 35 m Deep Color 48 Bit at 1080p, 3D, and 4k x 2k

Maximum Passive HDMI Cable Distance 5 m (16.4 )

Video Compliance HDMI and HDCP

Embedded Audio Up to PCM 8 channel, Dolby Digital TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio

Input DDC Signal 5.0 volts p-p (TTL)

Input Video Signal 0.5 to 1.0 volts p-p

RS232 Baud Rate 9600, 19200, 38400, and 115200 baud

IR Carrier Frequency Range 33-55kHz at 5 volts

HDBaseT Signal Characteriscs

Maximum Distance 60 m

Cable Requirements Solid core shielded Category 5e, Category 6 or greater with TIA/EIA-568B crimp paern

Bandwidth 10.2 Gbps

Gain 0 dB – 10 dB at 100 MHz

Signal to Noise Rao (SNR) > 70 dB at 100 MHz over 100 m

Return Loss < -30 dB at 5 KHz

Total Harmonic Distoron (THD) < 0.005% at 1 KHz

Min-Max Signal Level < 0.3 V – 1.45 Vp-p

Dierenal Phase Error ±10° at 135 MHz over 100 m

Chassis and Environmental

Enclosure Painted Aluminum

Dimensions 44 mm x 220 mm x 148 mm (1.73 in x 8.66 in x 5.83 in) – 1RU

Shipping Weight 0.67 kg (1.48 lbs.)

Operang Temperature 0° to +48° C (+32° to +120° F)

Operang Humidity 10% to 90%, Non-condensing

Storage Temperature -20° to +70° C (+14° to +158° F)

Storage Humidity 10% to 85%, Non-condensing

Power, ESD, and Regulatory

Power Supply Input 100V-240VAC / 50-60 Hz / 1.7A

Power Supply Output 24VDC / 2.5A

Power Consumpon 60 was (max)

ESD Protecon 15kV

Product Regulatory FCC, CE, RoHS

Power Supply Regulatory CE, RoHS

Other

Standard Warranty 2 years

Diagnosc Indicators Power LED, HDMI Input LED, HDMI Output LED, HDBaseT Link LEDs, HDBaseT HDCP LEDs

Included Accessories Installaon Guide, Power Supply, US IEC Power Cable, IR Emier, IR Receiver, IR Loop Cable,

RS232 Control Cable, RS232 Loop Cable, Shelf Feet with Screws, Mounng Rails with Screws

Compable Receivers (AV and PoE) DIGI-HD60-R

Compable Receivers (AV and Control) FLX-BI4

Compable Receivers (AV, PoE and Control) DIGI-HDXL-R, DIGI-HDX-R, DIGI-HD60C-R

Distances and picture quality may be aected by cable grade, cable quality, source and desnaon equipment, RF and electrical interference, and cable patches.