Kramer PT-101DP User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
PT-101DP
DisplayPort Repeater
P/N: 2900-300107 Rev 2

PT-101DP – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
3.1 About DisplayPort 4
4Defining the PT-101DP DisplayPort Repeater 6
5Connecting the PT-101DP 7
6Technical Specifications 8
Figures
UFigure 1: PT-101DP DisplayPort RepeaterU6
UFigure 2: Connecting the PT-101DP DisplayPort RepeaterU7

PT-101DP - Introduction 1
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 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 PicoTOOLS™ PT-101DP DisplayPort
Repeater, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
•Multi-media installations
•Home cinema installations

2 PT-101DP - 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
•Use Kramer high-performance, high-resolution cables
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com 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 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 product 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.
Caution: 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
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PT-101DP - Getting Started 3
2.2 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/.

4 PT-101DP - Overview
3 Overview
The PT-101DP is a repeater for DisplayPort video signals. The unit reclocks and
equalizes the signal enabling multiple units to be cascaded and can extend the
length of a DisplayPort line up to 35 meters (115ft) at resolutions of UXGA/1080p
using Kramer cables.
The PT-101DP features:
•A data rate of 1.62 Gbps or 2.7Gbps per lane
•HDTV compatibility
•HDCP compliance
•Kramer Equalization & re-Klocking™ Technology that rebuilds the digital
signal to travel longer distances
3.1 About DisplayPort
DisplayPort (DP) is a digital display interface standard for the PC industry. It delivers
the highest resolutions and sound quality.
In addition, DisplayPort:
•Provides a simple interface between a PC and a display, projector or TV
•Supports 1 to 4 data pairs ("lanes") at a transfer rate of either 1.6Gbps or
2.7Gbps (device dependent) per lane
•Has a maximum length of 35m (115ft) for video transmission at a resolution
of 1080p/60Hz
•Video specs include a video path that supports 6 to 16 bits per color
channel, a maximum resolution of 2560x1650 pixels and a total maximum
bandwidth of 10.8Gbps over four lanes. (Transmission length is
compromised when exceeding 1080p/60Hz resolution)
•Is backward-compatible with HDMI, DVI (Digital Visual Interface) and VGA,
via an appropriate adapter
•Version 1.1 supports HDCP

PT-101DP - Overview 5
•Supports two-way communication over its auxiliary channel between the
video source (for example, a PC) and the digital display, enabling new
functionality such as automatic configuration and one-button play
•Replaces the interface needed between the PC and an external display, as
well as the low voltage differential signaling (LVDS) interface in notebook
computers, monitors, to connect to LCD panels

6 PT-101DP - Defining the PT-101DP DisplayPort Repeater
4 Defining the PT-101DP DisplayPort Repeater
This section defines the PT-101DP.
Figure 1: PT-101DP DisplayPort Repeater
# Feature Function
1 INPUT DP Connector Connects to a DisplayPort source
2 ON LED Lights green when the unit is powered on
3 OUTPUT DP Connector Connects to a DisplayPort acceptor
4 EQ Button Press (High) for equalization of longer cables,
release (Low) for shorter cables
5 5V DC Connector Connects to the 5V DC power adapter

PT-101DP - Connecting the PT-101DP 7
5 Connecting the PT-101DP
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
PT-101DP. After connecting your PT-101DP, connect its power and
then switch on the power to each device.
To connect the PT-101DP, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2, do the
following:
1. Connect the DisplayPort source (for example, a computer graphics source)
to the INPUT connector.
2. Connect the OUTPUT connector to a DisplayPort acceptor (for example, a
DisplayPort display).
3. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket on the PT-101DP
and connect the adapter to the mains electricity.
Figure 2: Connecting the PT-101DP DisplayPort Repeater
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8 PT-101DP - Technical Specifications
6 Technical Specifications
INPUT: 1 DisplayPort connector
OUTPUT: 1 DisplayPort connector
BANDWIDTH: Supports up to 1.62 Gbps or 2.7Gbps per lane
(Note: Transmission range is very limited for resolutions
approaching 2560x1650)
RANGE: 35m (115ft) @UXGA/1080p using Kramer cables
COMPLIANCE WITH
STANDARDS:
Supports DisplayPort 1.1a and HDCP 1.3
INDICATOR: ON LED
POWER CONSUMPTION: 5V DC, 1.1A
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)
HUMIDITY: 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing
DIMENSIONS: 6.22cm x 5.23cm x 3.20cm (2.5" x 2.1" x 1.3"), W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0.07kg (0.16lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES: Power supply
OPTIONS: RK-4PT 19” rack adapter
Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors,
visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found.
We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback.
Web site:
E-mail:
www.kramerelectronics.com
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P/N:
2900- 300107
Rev:
2
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SAFETY WARNING
Disconnect the unit from the power
supply before opening and servicing