Kordz PLX-HDB.1 User manual

Features:
► HDBaseT™ technology extends HDMI® uncompressed over a single CAT6
cable up to 100m, depending on data rate
► Supports 4K video (2160p24) to 40m
► Supports 1080p60 video @ 10-12 bit Deep Color to 70m
► Supports 1080p60 video @ 8 bit (standard) color to 100m
► Supports all HDMI mandated 3D formats
► External DC power required to both sides (Tx & Rx)
► HDCP compliant
► Domestic, commercial or digital signage applications
► Vertical surface mountable with optionally attachable brackets (included)
INSTALLATION GUIDE

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Contents
1x PLX-HDB.1 Transmitter [Tx]
1x PLX-HDB.1 Recevier [Rx]
2x DC Power Supply 5V 1.2A (one for each side)
Identifying the units
The PLX-HDB.1 system has a distinct send (transmitter) and receive (receiver) pair. Please ensure that
you install each at the correct side.
TRANSMITTER - PLX-HDB.1 [Tx] SOURCE SIDE ONLY
Easily identiable by two methods;
1. Silk screen label on the top, with the word “TRANSMITTER”.
2. The HDMI port on one end panel has the accompanying label “HDMI IN”
RECEIVER - PLX-HDB.1 [Rx] SINK/DISPLAY SIDE ONLY
Easily identiable by two methods;
1. Silk screen label on the top, with the word “RECEIVER”.
2. The HDMI port on one end panel has the accompanying label “HDMI OUT”
Wall Mounting
Both Tx and Rx units can be afxed to any vertical surface. Separate keyhole mounting brackets are in-
cluded. For wall mounting, afx the brackets to each/either respective unit using the supplied screws into
the dedicated receptacles on the side panels, then x two mounting screws or at head nails (with head
diameter no more than 5mm - not supplied) 50mm apart in the horizontal plane. Position each respective
Tx/Rx box with the base plate facing the wall and mounting tab at the top.
The same recommended installation conditions apply to wall mounting as to counter top mounting, with
100mm clear space on each side and good ventilation with normal (~< 24°C) room temperature air being
allowed to circulate around the unit/s. Overheating may cause performance inconsistencies or product
failure.
Installation Placement & Ventilation
This is a high performance product which is designed to operate at very high data rates, and it is normal
for the system to produce a relatively high operating heat level at both sides. Please keep the transmit/
receive pair away from ambient heat (eg; roof space) and radiant heat (eg; AV receivers) sources, taking
care to allow adequate ventilation with normal (~< 24°C) room temperature air being allowed to circulate
around the unit/s. Ideally you should aim to provide at least 100mm of uninhibited clear air around the
ventilation grills on both sides.
Please also keep the PLX-HDB.1 system and link cabling away from electromagnetic interference (EMI)
as well as radio frequency interference (RFI). Overheating and/or exposure to EMI/RFI may cause perfor-
mance inconsistencies or product failure.

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Connections
Transmitter - PLX-HDB.1 [Tx]
for use at the source side - DVD, Blu-ray, etc.
Receiver - PLX-HDB.1 [Rx]
for use at the sink/display side - TV, projector, etc.
Bracket
mounting holes
RJ45 HDBaseT Link
connects directly to Rx unit
Cabling
HDMI cables (not included) - use only certied High Speed HDMI® cables up to 5m in length.
HDBase-T Link cable
(not included); - see page 4 “LAN cable conguration for HDBaseT Link”
DC Power (included x2) - ensure use of proper specication and safety approvals in your country
Caution: All cabling must be away from any equipment with electromagnetic
waves, i.e.: microwave, radio equipment, high voltage.
DC Power
5V 1.2A
HDMI input
from source device
Bracket
mounting holes
RJ45 HDBaseT Link
connects directly to Tx unit
DC Power
5V 1.2A
HDMI output
to display device

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HDBaseT Link (TIA/EIA-568-B)
PIN
1. Orange-white
2. Orange
3. Green-white
4. Blue
5. Blue-white
6. Green
7. Brown-white
8. Brown
HDBase-T Link LAN cable conguration
HDBase-T link between Rx & Tx comprioses a single, industry stadnard CAT6 cable with RJ45 termi-
nation. We recommend the use of the TIA/EIA-568-B conguration as the preferred CAT6 termination
method. However the HDBase-T Link technically only requires a direct pin-pin connection, meaning that
TIA/EIA568-A can also be used, depending on existing cable infrastructure, installer preference and/or
experience.
WARNING: DO NOT USE CROSSOVER CABLES OR
ANY CONFIGURATION WHICH IS NOT DIRECT PIN-PIN
Connection of the extender system requires the use of two (2) HDMI® cables, each of up to 5m (not
included). Please use only proven High Speed HDMI cables to ensure compatibility of the high data
rate capabilities of the PLX-HDB.1 system.
Connect one HDMI cable from the output receptacle of the source device, switch or AV receiver to the
“HDMI IN” receptacle of the PLX-HDB.1 Transmitter (Tx). Connect one HDMI cable from the “HDMI
OUT” receptacle of the PLX-HDB.1 Receiver (Rx) to the input receptacle of a sink device such as LCD/
LED/PDP display or projector.
HDMI

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The HDBase-T Link can be connected through a network patch panel, but only where a direct point-to-
point connection is achieved between PLX-HDB.1 Rx and Tx units. However please be aware that this
signicantly increases data jitter, and if some instances sufciently to exceed to the operational limits of the
extender system. In such cases non-operation will result.
Any installation where connection via a patch panel is desired should always be subjected to a site test, but
should be avoided where possible. Direct, single cable Tx to Rx connection is always best.
DC Power
After all other connections have been made, connect an approved 5V 1.2A DC power supply to end of
the Transmitter (Tx) & Receiver (Rx) units to provide operating power.
Ethernet Patch Panel Routing
The use of industry standard CATx cable for the HDBaseT Link offers a great advantage and installation
convenience for the custom installer, but it is NOT to be confused with Ethernet. Under NO circumstances
can you use a network switch or router within the HDBase-T link section of cabling for the the PLX-HDB.1
extender system. A network passive patch panel is the only consideraiton for mid-link integration - nothing
with a power cord.
DO NOT use Ethernet routers or switches in the HDBaseT Link, or dam-
age WILL result and warranty will be voided.
Network Switch/Router

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LED Indicators
The PLX-HDB.1 Transmitter & Receiver units each contain 2x LED indicator lights to provide you with
feedback of operating modes. The system has been designed as true plug’n’play, auto commission-
ing once all connections including power have been completed. However the presence of the LEDs
will provide some operating transparency as well as a guide for troubleshooting, if required. The two
LEDs are;
HDCP Indicates presence of authenticated HDCP link in the HDMI signal
HDBT Indicates successful link of HDBase-T between Tx and Rx
HDCP RED - HDBT RED
both units
Indicates power is present. HDBase-T
link will be imminent within seconds, upon
which “HDBT” LED will turn green on both
units simultaneously.
TIP: If one unit does not have any LEDs lit,
then check DC power to that unit.
HDCP RED - HDBT GREEN
both units
Indicates that both Tx and Rx have ac-
knowledged each other and that an active
HDBase-T link is now active and ready.
HDCP GREEN - HDBT GREEN
both units
Indicates that an operational encrypted
HDMI signal is being transmitted. ie; HDMI
with HDCP.
TIP 1: The HDCP LED cannot turn green
before the “HDBT” LED does, as an active
HDBase-T link is required before anything
else can eventuate.
TIP 2: If the “HDCP” LED blinks between
green and red, this indicates an operable
HDMI signal without HDCP (ie; unencrypt-
ed) is being transmitted, such as from PC

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Kordz Pty Ltd
Seaford VIC Australia
Kordz USA, Inc
Sunnyvale CA, USA
ITEM NO. PLX-HDB.1 [Tx] PLX-HDB.1 [Rx]
HDBaseT™ Link cable CAT6 UTP recommended, CAT5e also useable
HDBaseT™ Link cable length ≤ 100m / 327’ (see below)
Supported connectivity formats HDMI® only
Data Rate Support Capability
- 10.2Gbps
- 6.75Gbps
- 4.455Gbps
≤ 40m cable length (approx)
≤ 70m cable length (approx)
≤ 100m cable length (approx)
Video Performance
- HDMI Video Bandwidth
- Supported Formats
SD/HD
XHD
3D
- Color Space formats
297MHz
480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p 24-120Hz
4K (up to 3840/4096x2160) 24/29.97/30p
All HDMI® mandated 3D formats
8 bit color, 10-16 bit Deep Color, x.v.Color™
(depending on video resolution & frame rate)
Audio Format support
PCM 2.0/5.1/7.1
Dolby Digital® 5.1/EX/Plus/TrueHD
DTS®/DTS-ES/Neo6/96-24/DTS-HD/DTS-HD Master Audio™
HDBaseT™ Link Connector RJ-45 Shielded x 1 (Output) RJ-45 Shielded x 1 (Input)
HDMI® Cable Distance ≤ 5m High Speed only
HDMI® Connector HDMI A Type x 1 (Input) HDMI A Type x 1 (Output)
HDMI® Audio Return Channel Supported, but pre-installation interoperability test recommended
HDMI® Ethernet Channel not supported
Ethernet port connectors I/O N/A N/A
IR connection I/O N/A N/A
RS-232 connection I/O N/A N/A
Power input DC 5V 1.2A DC 5V 1.2A
Temperature (°C) Operation: 0 to 55°, Storage: -20° to 85°, Humidity: up to 90%
DIMENSIONS W x H x D mm 77.2 x 50 x 25 (excl bracket) 77.2 x 50 x 25 (excl bracket)
Weight 300g 300g
Specications
HDBaseT Adopter since 2010 HDMI Adopter since 2005