Kramer PT-5R/T User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
PT-5T/R
IR Extender/Repeater
P/N: 2900-300010 Rev 3

PT-5T/R – Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 3
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
3.1 Defining the PT-5T/R IR Extender/Repeater 4
4Connecting and Using the PT-5T/R IR Extender/Repeater 6
4.1 Identifying the IR Receiver and IR Emitters 6
4.2 Connecting the PT-5T/R IR Extender/Repeater 6
4.3 Using the PT-5T/R IR Extender/Repeater 7
5Technical Specifications 8
Figures
Figure 1: PT-5T IR Extender/Repeater 4
Figure 2: PT-5R IR Extender/Repeater 5
Figure 3: IR Receiver and Emitter 6
Figure 4: Connecting the PT-5T/R 7

PT-5T/R - Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of
problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals
on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our
line, making the best even better!
Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined
by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;
GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5:
Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:
Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9:
Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11:
Sierra Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer PT-5T/R IR Extender/Repeater, which
is ideal for the following typical applications:
High quality home theater installations
Studios, airports, offices and hospitals
Security and military applications

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PT-5T/R - Getting Started
2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
Review the contents of this user manual
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp
to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if
firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-
performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in
signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
Position your Kramer PT-5T/R away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
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2.2 Safety Instructions
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
Warning:
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC
aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go
to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.
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PT-5T/R - Overview
3 Overview
The PT-5T/R is an IR transmitter and receiver pair that lets you control up to five
devices via their own remote control transmitters from an extended distance over
TP (twisted pair) cable.
In particular, the PT-5T/R:
Lets you operate IR devices that are stacked away in closets, cabinets and
even other rooms
Can operate at a distance of up to 250m meters (820ft) between the
transmitter and receiver
Is 5V DC fed
3.1 Defining the PT-5T/R IR Extender/Repeater
This section defines the PT-5T/R.
Figure 1 defines the front and rear panels of the PT-5T.
Figure 1: PT-5T IR Extender/Repeater
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Feature
Function
1
IR IN 3.5mm Mini Jack
Plug in the IR receiver (see Section 4.1)
2
OUT 1 3.5mm Mini Jack
Plug in the first IR emitter (see Section 4.1)
3
OUT 2 3.5mm Mini Jack
Plug in the second IR emitter
4
OUT 3 (CAT5) RJ-45 TP
Connector
Connect to the PT-5R using CAT 5 TP cable
5
Power LED
Lights red when the unit receives power
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5V DC
Connect to the power adapter (only one power adapter is
needed, to either the transmitter or the receiver)

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Figure 2 defines the front and rear panels of the PT-5R.
Figure 2: PT-5R IR Extender/Repeater
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Feature
Function
1
OUT 1 3.5mm Mini Jack
Plug in the third IR emitter (see Section 4.1)
2
OUT 2 3.5mm Mini Jack
Plug in the fourth IR emitter
3
OUT 3 3.5mm Mini Jack
Plug in the fifth IR emitter
4
IN (CAT 5) RJ-45 TP
Connector
Connect to the PT-5T using CAT 5 TP cable
5
Power LED
Lights red when the unit receives power
6
5V DC
Connect to the power adapter (only one power adapter is
needed, to either the transmitter or the receiver)

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PT-5T/R - Connecting and Using the PT-5T/R IR Extender/Repeater
4 Connecting and Using the PT-5T/R IR
Extender/Repeater
4.1 Identifying the IR Receiver and IR Emitters
The receiver and emitters can be identified by their size and shape. The receiver is
large and trapezoidal in shape; the emitters are small and rectangular in shape
with a rounded top. Both have a 2m (6.6ft) cable attached terminated with a
3.5mm mini jack.
Figure 3: IR Receiver and Emitter
4.2 Connecting the PT-5T/R IR Extender/Repeater
To connect the PT-5T/R IR Extender/Repeater as illustrated in the example in
Figure 4:
1. Plug the IR receiver into the IR IN 3.5mm mini jack on the front panel of the
PT-5T.
2. Plug up to two IR emitters into the OUT 1 and OUT 2 3.5mm mini jacks on
the front panel of the PT-5T.
3. Mount each of the IR emitters so that each points at and is within range of
the relevant media device to be controlled.
4. Plug up to three IR emitters into the OUT 1, OUT 2 and OUT 3 3.5mm mini
jacks on the front panel of the PT-5R.
5. Mount each of the IR emitters so that each points at and is within range of
the relevant device to be controlled.

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6. Connect the PT-5T and the PT-5R together, using TP cable, via the RJ-45
connectors on the rear panel of both devices.
7. Connect the power adapter to the 5V DC connector on the rear panel of the
PT-5T or the PT-5R and to the mains electricity.
Note: Only one of the devices needs to be connected to a power adapter.
Figure 4: Connecting the PT-5T/R
4.3 Using the PT-5T/R IR Extender/Repeater
Use the remote control specific to the device to operate any of the devices
connected via infrared to the PT-5T and PT-5R.(Use the machine’s original
remote control or a universal remote control.) The infrared signal from the remote
control is transmitted:
From the PT-5T to the device under control or
From the PT-5T to the PT-5R via the TP cable, and from there to the device
under control