Kramer TP-100AXR User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
TP-100AXR, PC/Audio Line Transmitter
TP-200AXR, PC/Audio Line Receiver

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3Overview 3
3.1 Your TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter 3
3.2 Your TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver 3
3.3 About the Power Connect™ Feature 4
3.4 Shielded Twisted Pair (STP)/Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) 4
3.5 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance 5
4Your TP-100AXR/TP-200AXR 6
4.1 Your TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter 6
4.2 Your TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver 7
5Connecting the PC/Audio Line Transmitter/Receiver 8
5.1 Connecting a Transmitter/Receiver Pair 8
5.2 Connecting Multiple Devices 10
5.3 Wiring the CAT 5 LINE IN/LINE OUT RJ-45 Connectors 11
6Technical Specifications 12
Figures
Figure 1: TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter 6
Figure 2: TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver 7
Figure 3: Connecting the PC/Audio Line Transmitter/Receiver System 9
Figure 4: Connecting Multiple Devices 11
Figure 5: CAT 5 PINOUT 11
Tables
Table 1: TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter Features 6
Table 2: TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver Features 7
Table 3: CAT 5 PINOUT 11
Table 4: TP-100AXR, TP-200AXR Technical Specifications 12

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 the video, audio, presentation, and
broadcasting professional 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 groups1
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line
Transmitter, and/or TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver which are ideal
for:
that are clearly
defined by function.
•Presentation and multimedia applications
•Long-range graphics distribution for schools, hospitals, security,
and stores
The package includes one or more of the following:
•TP-100AXR, TP-200AXR
•Power supply (12V DC)
•This user manual2
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
•Use Kramer high-performance high-resolution cables3
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; 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; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site

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Getting Started
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2.1 Quick Start
The quick start charts summarize the basic setup and operation steps of the
TP-100AXR/TP-200AXR.

Overview
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3 Overview
This section describes:
•The TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter, see section 3.1
•The TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver, see section 3.2
•The power connect feature, see section 3.3
•Using shielded twisted pair (STP)/unshielded twisted pair (UTP),
see section 3.4
•Recommendations for achieving the best performance, see section
3.5
3.1 Your TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter
The TP-100AXR is a PC/audio stereo line transmitter that receives a PC
signal and an unbalanced stereo analog audio signal and transmits them over
CAT 5 cable to up to two TP-200AXR receivers, converting the unbalanced
stereo analog audio signal to digital audio (S/PDIF) stream before
transmitting, thus preserving the quality of the audio signal. In particular,
the TP-100AXR features:
•Resolution up to and including WUXGA
•HDTV compatibility
•Looping inputs that allow connection of a local display and audio
acceptor
•A transmission range of more than 300 ft (more than 100 meters),
and a 20kHz audio bandwidth with an S/N ratio that exceeds 80dB
on the same transmission range
•The Power Connect™ feature that can power both units over the
CAT 5 cable
•12V DC power
3.2 Your TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver
The TP-200AXR is a PC/audio line receiver that receives the coded CAT 5
signal transmitted by a TP-100AXR, decodes it and converts it to two PC,
stereo analog and S/PDIF digital audio outputs. The TP-200AXR, with a
TP-100AXR, allows an operation range of more than 300 ft. (more than
100 meters) over standard CAT 5 cable.
In addition, the TP-200AXR:
•Provides high resolution up to WUXGA
•Is HDTV compatible

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Overview
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•Has a looping CAT 5 input that allows the expansion of systems
by daisy-chaining the receivers
•Can power or be powered by the transmitter over the same CAT 5
cable
•Can change the polarity of decoding H and V Sync for video
•Includes EQ. and level controls
•Is 12VDC fed
3.3 About the Power Connect™ Feature
The Power Connect feature applies as long as the cable can carry power.
This feature is available when using STP cable and the distance does not
exceed 50m on standard CAT 5 cable. For longer distances, heavy gauge
cable should be used1
For a CAT 5 cable exceeding a distance of 50m, separate power supplies
should be connected to the transmitter and to the receiver simultaneously.
.For units which are connected via RJ-45 connectors,
make sure that the shield of the STP cable is connected to the metal casing
of the connectors on both ends of the cable. For units which are connected
via terminal block connectors, the shield of the STP cable must be
connected to a ground terminal on the units at both ends (use the ground
terminal of the power supply connection if necessary).
3.4 Shielded Twisted Pair (STP)/Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)
We recommend that you use Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable. There are
different levels of STP cable available, and we advise you to use the best
quality STP cable that you can afford. Our non-skew-free cable, Kramer
BC-STP is intended for analog signals where skewing is not an issue. For
cases where there is skewing, our UTP skew-free cable, Kramer BC-XTP,
may be used. Bear in mind, though, that we advise using STP cables where
possible, since the compliance to electromagnetic interference was tested
using those cables.
Although Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable might be preferred for long
range applications, the UTP cable should be installed far away from electric
cables, motors and so on, which are prone to create electrical interference.
However, since the use of UTP cable might cause inconformity to
electromagnetic standards, Kramer does not commit to meeting the standard
with UTP cable.
1 CAT 5 cable is still suitable for the video/audio transmission, but not for feeding the power at these distances

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3.5 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
•Use only good quality connection cables1
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that
may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer
product away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
to avoid interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated
noise levels (often associated with low quality cables).

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Your TP-100AXR/TP-200AXR
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4 Your TP-100AXR/TP-200AXR
This section defines the TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter (see
section 4.1), and the TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver (see section 4.2).
4.1 Your TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter
Figure 1and Table 1define the TP-100AXR:
Figure 1: TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter
Table 1: TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter Features
#
Feature
Function
1 ON LED Illuminates when receiving power
2 PC IN 15-pin HD (F) Connector Connects to the PC source
3 PC LOOP OUT 15-pin HD (F)
Connector
Connects to a computer graphics acceptor
4 LINE OUT 1 RJ-45 Connector Connects to 1
5
the LINE IN RJ-45 connector on a TP-200AXR
PC/Audio Line Receiver
LINE OUT 2 RJ-45 Connector Connects to
1
the LINE IN RJ-45 connector on a second
TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver
6 AUDIO IN 3.5mm Mini Jack Connects to the audio source
7 AUDIO LOOP OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack Connects to an audio acceptor
8 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit
1 Using a UTP CAT 5 cable with RJ-45 connectors at both ends (the PINOUT is defined in Table 3 and Figure 5)

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4.2 Your TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver
Figure 2and Table 2define the TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver:
Figure 2: TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver
Table 2: TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver Features
#
Feature
Function
1 ON LED Illuminates when receiving power
2 PC (UXGA) LEVEL Trimmer Adjusts
2
the output signal level
3 PC (UXGA) EQ.
1
AdjustsTrimmer
2
4
the cable compensation equalization level
LINK LED Illuminates when receiving the correct input signal
5 PC OUT 1 15-pin HD (F) Connector Connects to the first PC acceptor
6 PC OUT 2 15-pin HD (F) Connector Connects to the second PC acceptor
7 LINE IN RJ-45 Connector Connects to
3
8
the TP-100AXR
LINE LOOP OUT RJ-45 Connector Connects to3another TP-200AXR
9 TERMINATION PC(UXGA) Pushbutton Press IN to terminate the PC (UXGA) connection
10 TERMINATION S/PDIF Pushbutton Press IN to terminate the S/PDIF connection
11 STEREO AUDIO OUT 1 3.5mm Mini Jack Connects to the first analog audio acceptor
12 STEREO AUDIO OUT 2 3.5mm Mini Jack Connects to the second analog audio acceptor
13 S/PDIF OUT 1 RCA connector Connects to the first digital audio acceptor
14 S/PDIF OUT 2 RCA connector Connects to the second digital audio acceptor
15 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit
1 Degradation and VGA/XGA signal loss can result from using long cables (due to stray capacitance), sometimes leading to a
total loss of sharpness in high-resolution signals
2 Use a screwdriver to carefully rotate the trimmer, adjusting the appropriate level
3 Using a UTP CAT 5 cable with RJ-45 connectors at both ends (the PINOUT is defined in Table 3 and Figure 5)

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Connecting the PC/Audio Line Transmitter/Receiver
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5 Connecting the PC/Audio Line Transmitter/Receiver
You can use the TP-100AXR and TP-200AXR to configure a PC/Audio Line-
to-Twisted Pair Transmitter and Receiver system.
•To connect a transmitter/ receiver pair, see section 5.1
•To connect multiple devices, see section 5.2
5.1 Connecting a Transmitter/Receiver Pair
To connect the TP-100AXR PC/Audio Line Transmitter with the
TP-200AXR PC/Audio Line Receiver, as the example in Figure 3
illustrates, do the following1
1. On the TP-100AXR, connect a PC source (for example, a laptop’s graphics
card) to the PC INPUT 15-pin HD (F) connector and the PC audio source
:
2
to the AUDIO IN 3.5mm mini jack3
2. On the TP-200AXR, connect the PC OUT 15-pin HD (F) connector to the
PC acceptor (for example, a display), and connect the AUDIO OUT S/PDIF
RCA connector to the digital audio acceptor (for example, an AV Receiver),
and the ANALOG 3.5mm mini jack to the analog audio acceptor (for
example, a stereo audio recorder).
.
3. Connect the LINE OUTPUT RJ-45 connector on the TP-100AXR to the
LINE IN RJ-45 connector on the TP-200AXR, via UTP cabling (the range
can exceed 300ft (>100m)), see section 5.3.
4. Connect the 12V DC power adapters to the power sockets4and connect the
adapters to the mains electricity on both5
5. On the TP-200AXR,adjust
the TP-100AXR and the
TP-200AXR.
The signal from the PC source is transmitted via CAT 5 cable, decoded and
converted at the PC OUT 15-pin HD (F) connector to the PC acceptor.
6the video output signal level and/or cable
compensation equalization level and make sure the termination pushbuttons
are pressed IN.
1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your Kramer product. After connecting your product,switch
on its power and then switch on the power on each device
2 Any audio source can be used. It does not have to come from the PC
3 Using, for example, a Kramer C-GMA/GMA cable (VGA 15-pin HDM +audio jack to VGA15-pin HDM +audio jack).
Not supplied. The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site
4 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your Kramer product. After connecting your product,switch
on its power and then switch on the power on each device
5 Alternatively, you can connect the power to one unit only
6 Use a screwdriver to carefully rotate the trimmer, adjusting the appropriate level

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Figure 3: Connecting the PC/Audio Line Transmitter/Receiver System

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Connecting the PC/Audio Line Transmitter/Receiver
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5.2 Connecting Multiple Devices
To connect multiple units in a chain as shown in Figure 4, do the following:
1. Connect the TP-100AXR to the source, as explained in section 5.1.
2. Connect the LINE OUT 1 RJ-45 connector on the TP-100AXR to the
LINE IN RJ-45 connector on the first TP-200AXR.
3. Connect the LINE LOOP OUT RJ-45 connector on the first TP-200AXR
to the LINE IN on the next TP-200AXR.
4. Repeat this connection for all remaining units in the line.
5. On the last TP-200AXR press in the termination pushbuttons. Do not
terminate the devices in the middle of the line.
6. A similar chain can be connected to the LINE OUT 2 RJ-45 connector on
the TP-100AXR.
7. Connect the 12V DC power adapters to the power sockets and connect the
adapters to the mains electricity on all the units1
Notes:
.
•Multiple TP-100AXR units can be connected on a UTP line no
longer than 200m
•The number of units connected depend on the required line quality
•The lines do not have to be of equal length or configuration
1 Alternatively, you can connect the power supply to some of the units so that others are powered via the Power Connect
feature (see section 3.3). Feeding more than three units from each power supply is not recommended. As an example, the
system in Figure 4, could be powered by two power supplies

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Figure 4: Connecting Multiple Devices
5.3 Wiring the CAT 5 LINE IN/LINE OUT RJ-45 Connectors
Table and3Figure define the UTP CAT 5 PINOUT, using a straight pin
to pin cable with RJ-45 connectors:
5
Table 3: CAT 5 PINOUT Figure 5: CAT 5 PINOUT
36
781 2 5
4
145 78632
EIA /TIA 568A EIA /TIA 568B
PIN
Wire Color
PIN
Wire Color
1 Green/White 1 Orange/White
2 Green 2 Orange
3 Orange/White 3 Green/White
4 Blue 4 Blue
5 Blue/White 5 Blue/White
6 Orange 6 Green
7 Brown/White 7 Brown/White
8 Brown 8 Brown
Pair 1 4 and 5 Pair 1 4 and 5
Pair 2 3 and 6 Pair 2 1 and 2
Pair 3 1 and 2 Pair 3 3 and 6
Pair 4 7 and 8 Pair 4 7 and 8

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Technical Specifications
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6 Technical Specifications
The TP-100AXR, TP-200AXR technical specifications1are shown in
Table 4:
Table 4: TP-100AXR, TP-200AXR Technical Specifications
TP-100AXR TP-200AXR
INPUTS: 1 VGA on a 15-pin HD connector
1 analog audio on a 3.5mm mini jack
1 RJ-45 LINE IN connector
OUTPUTS: 2 RJ-45 OUT connectors
1 VGA loop on a 15-pin HD connector
1 analog audio loop out on a 3.5mm
mini jack
1 RJ-45 line loop out
2 VGA on 15-pin HD connectors
2 S/PDIF on RCA connectors
2 audio analog 3.5mm mini jacks
MAX. OUTPUT LEVEL: – Video: 1.8V, audio: 2.9V
CONTROLS: – Level: –7dB to +4dB,
EQ.: 0dB to +16dB (60m) @ 50MHz
RESOLUTION: Up to WUXGA
BANDWIDTH (-3dB)
2
20kHz:
S/N RATIO: Video: 60dB; Audio: <89dB
TOTAL GAIN: Analog/analog: 0dB
Analog/SPDIF: –12dBFS
COUPLING: AC
THD+N: Audio: 0.25%
POWER SOURCE: 12V DC, 860mA 12V DC, 860mA
DIMENSIONS: 21.5cm x 16.3cm x 4.4cm (8.6" x 7" x 1.8") W, D, H
WEIGHT: 1.1kg (2.4lbs)
ACCESSORIES: Power supply
OPTIONS: RK-1 19” rack mount adapter
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice
2 For the Transmitter/Receiver pair

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LIMITED WARRANTY
WHO IS PROTECTED?
WHAT IS COVERED ANDWHAT IS NOT COVERED
WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR
HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE
LIMITATION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES
EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES
CAUTION!
Kramer Electronics (hereafter ) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the
following terms.
Kramer
HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY
Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase.
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.
We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items.We will not payfor the following:
The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall
not be liable for:
Thiswarranty gives you specific legalrights, andyou may also have other rights, which vary from place to place.
All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer.
Thisequipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of:
EN-50081: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC);
generic emission standard.
Residential, commercial and lightindustry"
EN-50082: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) generic immunity standard.
Part 1: Residential, commercialand light industry environment".
CFR-47: FCC* Rules and Regulations:
Part 15: “Radio frequency devices
Subpart B Unintentional radiators”
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered
by the warranty:
1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site
www.kramerelectronics.com.
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed, or on which the WARRANTY VOID
TAMPERED sticker has been torn,
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunctionresulting from:
i) Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature
ii) Product modification, or failure to followinstructions supplied with the product
iii) Repair or attemptedrepair by anyone not authorized by Kramer
iv) Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier)
v) Removal or installation of the product
vi) Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect
vii) Cartons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories usedin conjunction with the product
1. Removal or installations charges.
2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the
responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased.
3. Shipping charges.
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty
coverage, and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name,
company, address, and a description of the problem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your authorized dealer.
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.
1. Damage to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of useof the product, loss
of time, commercialloss; or:
2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise. Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations andexclusions may not applyto you.
Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or
modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the
equipment.
Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine.
Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components.
IF reattached, removed or otherwise interfered with.
* FCC and CE approved using STPcable (for twisted pair products)
NOTE:
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We welcome your questions, comments and feedback.
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Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
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