Kramer TP-590Rxr User manual

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USER MANUAL
MODEL:
TP-590RxrHDMI Line Receiver

TP-590Rxr – Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 2
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable 5
3.2 About the Power over Ethernet Feature 5
4Defining the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver 6
5Connecting the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver 8
6Principles of Operation 10
6.1 Output Timeout 10
6.2 Controlling A/V Equipment via an IR Remote Control 10
7Configuring the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver 13
7.1 Setting the DIP-switch on the TP-590Rxr 13
8Operating the TP-590Rxr Remotely Using the Web Pages 14
8.1 Browsing the TP-590Rxr Web Pages 14
8.2 The Video Settings Page 16
8.3 The Device Settings Page 17
8.4 The EDID Management Page 21
8.5 The Firmware Upgrade Page 23
8.6 The Authentication Page 24
8.7 The About Page 25
9Technical Specifications 26
9.1 Default Parameters 27
9.2 Default EDID 27
10 Protocol 3000 30
10.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 30
10.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 33

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Figures
Figure 1: TP-590Rxr Front Panel 6
Figure 2: TP-590Rxr Rear Panel 7
Figure 3: Connecting the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver 8
Figure 4: Controlling a Blu-ray Disk Player via the TP-590Txr 11
Figure 5: Controlling a Projector via the TP-590Rxr 12
Figure 6: TP-590Rxr DIP-switch 13
Figure 7: Entering Logon Credentials 15
Figure 8: The Default Page 15
Figure 9: The Main Page 16
Figure 10: The Video Settings Page 16
Figure 11: The Device Settings Page 18
Figure 12: Turning DHCP On Communication Warning 19
Figure 13: Turning DHCP Off Dialog Box 20
Figure 14: The EDID Management Page 22
Figure 15: The Firmware Upgrade Page 23
Figure 16: The Authentication Page 24
Figure 17: The About Page 25

TP-590Rxr – 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 14 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; GROUP 11:
Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and
GROUP 14: Collaboration.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver
which is part of the Kramer Audio Distribution System and is ideal for:
•Conference rooms, boardrooms, auditoriums, hotels, churches, classrooms
and production studios
•Rental and staging
Note that the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver and the TP-590Txr
HDMI Line Transmitter are purchased separately. Both can be
connected to other HDBT-certified transmitters and receivers.

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TP-590Rxr - 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.kramerav.com/downloads/TP-590Rxr 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 TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver 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.
2.2 Safety Instructions
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit
Warning:
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the
wall before installing

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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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TP-590Rxr - Overview
3 Overview
The TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver is a high-performance, extended range,
HDBaseT-technology receiver for HDMI, USB, audio, bidirectional RS-232, and IR
signals. The TP-590Rxr converts an HDBaseT signal back into HDMI, USB, audio,
RS-232, and IR signals.
The TP-590Rxr can be used together with a compatible transmitter to form an
extended HDMI/data-line transmission and reception system.
The TP-590Rxr receiver features:
•A bandwidth of up to 10.2Gbps (3.4Gbps per graphic channel) in normal
mode; up to 4.95Gbps (1.65Gbps per graphic channel) in extended range
mode (in which the aggregate budget on the Auxiliary Channel is halved)
•System Range—Up to 130m (430ft) in normal mode and up to 180m (590ft)
in extended range mode (1080p @60Hz @24bpp) when using BC−HDKat6a
cables
For optimum range and performance, use Kramer's BC−HDKat6a or
equivalent cable. Note that the transmission range depends on the signal
resolution, source, and display used. The distance using non−Kramer
CAT 6 cable may not reach these ranges.
•Up to 4K UHD @60Hz (4:2:0) support in normal range mode
•Up to 130m (430ft) at normal mode (2K), up to 100m at normal mode (4K);
up to 180m (590ft) ultra mode (1080p @60Hz @24bpp) when using
BC−HDKat6a cables
•HDTV compatibility and HDCP compliance
•Support for HDBaseT V2
•HDMI support - HDMI (deep color, x.v.Color™, lip sync, HDMI
uncompressed audio channels, Dolby TrueHD, DTS−HD, CEC, 2K, 4K, 3D)
•USB pass-through for connecting a peripheral device, such as, a mouse or a
keyboard
•Support for isochronous USB cameras

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•Stereo, analog audio transmission
•EDID pass through, passes EDID signals from the source to the display
•Bidirectional RS-232 interfaces—data flows in both directions allowing data
transmission and control of devices
•Bidirectional infrared interface for remote control of peripheral devices (see
Section 6.2)
•Power over Ethernet—the receiver can receive power over the HDBT link
from a PoE compatible provider, (for example, the TP-590Txr)
•LED status indicators for input, output, HDBT link, and PoE
•Remote control using RS-232 or an Ethernet LAN
•MegaTOOLS®enclosures of which two can be rack-mounted in a 1U rack
space with the optional RK-T2B rack adapter
3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable
Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our
digital twisted pair products; BC−HDKat6a (CAT 6 23 AWG cable) significantly
outperforms regular CAT 5/CAT 6 cables.
We strongly recommend that you use shielded twisted pair cable.
3.2 About the Power over Ethernet Feature
Power over Ethernet passes electrical power along with data on Ethernet cabling.
This allows a single cable to provide both data connection and electrical power to
compatible devices.

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TP-590Rxr - Defining the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver
4 Defining the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver
Figure 1 defines the front panel of the TP-590Rxr.
Figure 1: TP-590Rxr Front Panel
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Feature
Function
1
USB 1~4 Connectors
Connect to the USB peripheral devices, (for example, USB
camera, computer mouse, or keyboard)
2
POE STATUS LED
Lights green when power is received over the TP connection
3
LINK LED
Lights green when the HDBT link is valid
4
ON LED
Lights green when the device receives power

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Figure 2 defines the rear panel of the TP-590Rxr.
Figure 2: TP-590Rxr Rear Panel
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Feature
Function
1
HDBT IN RJ-45 Connector
Connect to the HDBT OUT RJ-45 connector on the
HDBT transmitter
2
IR 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connector
Connect to an external infrared transmitter or sensor
3
RS-232 3-pin Terminal
Block
Connect to an RS-232 device to be controlled, (for
example, a projector)
4
AUDIO OUT 3.5mm Mini
Jack Connector
Connect to the stereo, analog audio acceptor
5
HDMI OUT Connector
Connect to the HDMI acceptor
6
SETUP 4-way DIP-switch
Sets the device behavior, (see Section 7.1)
7
CONTROL
RS-232 3-pin
Terminal
Block
Connect to the serial controller for this device
8
ETHERNET
RJ-45
Connector
Connect to the Ethernet controller to control this device or
to a LAN to pass network traffic
9
RESET Switch
Press and hold while power-cycling the device to reset to
factory default parameters
10
PROG Mini USB Connector
Connect to a PC to perform firmware upgrades
11
12V DC Power Connector
Connect to the supplier power adapter if power is not
supplied from a PoE device via the TP cable

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TP-590Rxr - Connecting the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver
5 Connecting the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to
your TP-590Rxr. After connecting your TP-590Rxr, connect the
power to each of them and then switch on the power to each
device.
You can use the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver and a compatible transmitter,
(for example, the TP-590Txr HDMI Line Transmitter) to configure an HDMI
transmitter/receiver system, as shown in the example in Figure 3.
Figure 3: Connecting the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver

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To connect the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line Receiver as shown in Figure 3:
•On the TP-590Txr transmitter:
1. Connect the HDMI source, (for example, a laptop) to the HDMI IN connector.
2. Connect an RS-232 serial controller to the RS-232 3-pin terminal block, (for
example, the serial port on a laptop) to control the projector.
3. Connect a stereo, analog audio source, (for example, the audio output of the
PC) to the Audio In 3.mm mini jack.
4. Connect the USB port on the laptop to the USB port on the front panel of the
TP-590Txr.
5. Connect an external IR emitter to the 3.5mm mini jack.
6. Connect the HDBT OUT RJ-45 connector to the HDBT IN RJ-45 connector
on the TP-590Rxr receiver.
7. Connect the supplied power adapter to the power socket and plug the
adapter into the mains electricity (not shown).
•On the TP-590Rxr receiver:
8. Connect the HDMI OUT connector to the HDMI acceptor, (for example, a
projector).
9. Connect the RS-232 3-pin terminal block to the device to be controlled, (for
example, the projector that is controlled by the PC which is connected to the
TP-590Txr).
10. Connect the IR 3.5mm mini jack to an IR sensor.
11. Connect the Audio Out 3.5mm mini jack to the audio acceptor, (for example,
amplified speakers).
12. If power is not supplied by the transmitter via PoE (see Section 3.2), connect
the supplied power adapter to the power socket and plug the adapter into
the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 3).

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TP-590Rxr - Principles of Operation
6 Principles of Operation
6.1 Output Timeout
The device can automatically turn off the output after a definable interval following
the loss of the input signal or unplugging of the input cable. The delay can be set
in one of two ways:
•Using the AV-SW-TIMEOUT Protocol 3000 command
(see Section 10.2.1.2).
•Using the TP-590Rxr embedded web-pages settings (see Section 8.2)
If you are working with a transmitter that supports setting a timeout
(e.g., TP-590Txr), you need to set the 5V timer only on the receiver
side.
6.2 Controlling A/V Equipment via an IR Remote Control
Since the IR connection between the transmitter TP-590Txr and TP-590Rxr
receiver is bidirectional, you can use a remote control transmitter (that is used for
controlling a peripheral device, for example, a Blu-ray disk player) to send
commands from either end of the transmitter or receiver system. To use a remote
control transmitter, connect the Kramer IR sensor at one end (P/N 95-0104050)
and the Kramer IR emitter at the other end (P/N C-A35/IRE-10). Two sample
cases are presented below.
The example in Figure 4 illustrates how to control a Blu-ray disk player using a
remote control via the TP-590Rxr that is connected to the TP-590Txr. The IR
sensor is connected to the TP-590Rxr and an IR emitter is connected between the
TP-590Txr and the Blu-ray disk player. The Blu-ray disk player remote control
sends a command while pointed at the external IR sensor. The IR signal is passed
over the HDBT link and the IR emitter to the Blu-ray disk player which responds to
the command sent.

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Figure 4: Controlling a Blu-ray Disk Player via the TP-590Txr
The example in Figure 5 illustrates how to control the projector that is connected
to TP-590Rxr using a remote control, via the TP-590Txr. The IR sensor is
connected to the TP-590Rxr and the IR emitter is connected between the
TP-590Txr and the projector. The projector remote control sends a command
while pointed at the external IR sensor. The IR signal is passed over the HDBT
link and the IR emitter to the projector which responds to the command sent.

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Figure 5: Controlling a Projector via the TP-590Rxr

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7 Configuring the TP-590Rxr HDMI Line
Receiver
Figure 6: TP-590Rxr DIP-switch
A DIP-switch that is down is on, a switch that is up is off.
Note: Changes to the DIP-switches only take effect on power-up.
7.1 Setting the DIP-switch on the TP-590Rxr
Function
Status
1
Range mode
Off—Extended range (provides increased range
at a reduced bandwidth)
On—Normal range (factory default)
2
Reserved
Off—Factory default
3
EDID lock
Off—Automatic EDID acquisition (factory default)
On—Lock (locks the current EDID so that
changes on the output do not result in changes
to the EDID)
4
Reserved
Off—Factory default

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TP-590Rxr - Operating the TP-590Rxr Remotely Using the Web Pages
8 Operating the TP-590Rxr Remotely Using the
Web Pages
The TP-590Rxr can be operated remotely using the embedded Web pages. The
Web pages are accessed using a Web browser and an Ethernet connection.
Before attempting to connect:
•Ensure that your browser is supported (see Section 9)
•Ensure that JavaScript is enabled
There are six Web pages described in the following sections:
•Video Settings (see Section 8.2)
•Device Settings (see Section 8.3)
•EDID Management (see Section 8.4)
•Firmware Upgrade (see Section 8.5)
•Authentication (see Section 8.6)
•About (see Section 8.7)
8.1 Browsing the TP-590Rxr Web Pages
Note: In the event that a Web page does not update correctly, clear your Web
browser’s cache by pressing CTRL+F5.
Note: Only one instance of the Web pages can be open at a time.
To browse the TP-590Rxr Web pages:
1. Open your Internet browser.
2. Type the IP number of the device (see Section 9.1) in the Address bar of
your browser in place of the example shown below.

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Note: If authentication is enabled, the following window appears (Figure 7) and
you must enter the valid username and password to access the Web pages. For
default logon credentials, see Section 9.1.
Figure 7: Entering Logon Credentials
Following a successful logon, the screen shown in Figure 8 is displayed.
Figure 8: The Default Page
#
Item
Description
1
Video Settings
Displays the current video settings, (see Section 8.2)
2
Left Hand Side Panel
Hide/Reveal Button
Click to reveal the left hand side page panel
Click the Reveal button to open the left hand side page panel.