Kramer TP-551N User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
TP-551N, HDMI Line Transmitter
TP-552N, HDMI Line Receiver

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3Overview 3
3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable 3
3.2 About HDMI 4
3.3 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance 5
4Your HDMI Line Transmitter / Receiver 6
4.1 Your TP-551N HDMI Line Transmitter 6
4.2 Your TP-552N HDMI Line Receiver 7
5Connecting the TP-551N and TP-552N 8
5.1 Adjusting the EQ. Level via the EQ. Setup Dipswitches 8
5.2 Wiring the CAT 5 LINE IN / LINE OUT RJ-45 Connectors 10
6Technical Specifications 11
Figures
Figure 1: TP-551N HDMI Line Transmitter 6
Figure 2: TP-552N HDMI Line Receiver 7
Figure 3: Connecting the TP-551N / TP-552N HDMI Line Transmitter/Receiver 9
Figure 4: CAT 5 PINOUT 10
Tables
Table 1: TP-551N HDMI Line Transmitter Features 6
Table 2: TP-552N HDMI Line Receiver Features 7
Table 3: Recommended Equalization Levels Dipswitch Setup 8
Table 4: CAT 5 PINOUT 10
Table 5: Technical Specifications of the TP-551N and TP-552N 11

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
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer DigiTOOLS® TP-551NHDMI
Line Transmitter and Kramer DigiTOOLS®TP-552NHDMI Line Receiver
which are ideal for:
that are clearly defined by function.
•Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications
•Rental and staging
The package includes the following:
•TP-551Nand/or TP-552N
•Power adapter (5V DC Input)
•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
2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
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 the Internet at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Getting Started
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Overview
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3 Overview
The Kramer TP-551Nand the TP-552N constitute a high quality HDMI line
transmitter / receiver system using two STP cables.
The TP-551N and the TP-552N feature:
•System Range1
•Cables – For optimum range and performance, use Kramer's
BC-DGKat524 and BC-DGKat623
- Up to 60m (197ft) at 1080i/SXGA, or up to 40m
(131ft) at 1080p, or up to 30m (98ft) at UXGA on shielded
BC-DGKat524 cable; 70m (230ft) at 1080i, or up to 60m (197ft) at
1080p/UXGA on shielded BC-DGKat623 cable
•Support up to 1.65Gbps bandwidth
•Pass the EDID, HPD2and CEC3
The TP-551NHDMI Line Transmitter features:
signals from the source to the
display device using the cables
•An HDMI input and a pair of RJ-45 CAT 5 output connectors
•Three status LEDs (INPUT, OUTPUT and POWER)
The TP-552NHDMI Line Receiver features:
•An HDMI output and a pair of RJ-45 CAT 5 input connectors
•Three status LEDs (INPUT, OUTPUT and POWER)
•EQ. adjustment to enhance performance
3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable
Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our
digital twisted pair products; the Kramer: BC-DGKat524 (CAT 5 24 AWG),
and the Kramer: BC-DGKat623 (CAT 6 23 AWG cable). These specially
built cables significantly outperform regular CAT 5 / CAT 6 cables.
1 Note that transmission range depends on the signal resolution, graphics card and display(s), and the distance using
non-Kramer CAT 5 and CAT 6 cables may not reach these ranges
2 High Performance Data
3 Consumer Electronics Control

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Overview
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3.2 About HDMI
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed all-digital1
In particular, HDMI
audio/video interface, widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema
industry. It delivers the highest high-definition image and sound quality.
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•Provides a simple
:3interface between any audio/video source, such as a
set-top box, DVD player, or A/V receiver and video monitor, such as a
digital flat LCD / plasma television (DTV), over a single lengthy4
•Supports standard, enhanced, high-definition video, and multi-channel
digital audio
cable
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•Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio,
with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and
requirements
on a single cable
•Benefits consumers by providing superior, uncompressed digital video
quality via a single cable6
•Is backward-compatible with DVI (Digital Visual Interface)
, and user-friendly connector
•Supports two-way communication between the video source (such as a
DVD player) and the digital television, enabling new functionality such as
automatic configuration and one-button play
HDMI has the capacity to support:
•Existing high-definition video formats (720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60), as
well as standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL
1 Ensuring an all-digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital-
to-analog conversions
2 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
licensing LLC
3 With video and multi-channel audio combined into a single cable, the cost, complexity, and confusion of multiple cables
currently used in A/V systems is reduced
4 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m
5 HDMI supports multiple audio formats, from standard stereo to multi-channel surround-sound. HDMI has the capacity to
support Dolby 5.1 audio and high-resolution audio formats
6 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a
simple, cost-effective manner

Overview
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3.3 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
•Connect only good quality connection STP CAT 5 24 AWG cables,
thus avoiding interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor
matching, and elevated noise-levels (often associated with low
quality cables)
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position
your TP-551N/TP-552Naway from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Warning – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power
wall adapter that is provided with this unit1
.
Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall
before installing or removing device or servicing unit.
1 For example, part number 2535-052002

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Your HDMI Line Transmitter / Receiver
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4 Your HDMI Line Transmitter / Receiver
This section describes the:
•TP-551NHDMI Line Transmitter, see section 4.1
•TP-552NHDMI Line Receiver, see section 4.2
4.1 Your TP-551N HDMI Line Transmitter
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the TP-551N:
Figure 1: TP-551N HDMI Line Transmitter
Table 1: TP-551N HDMI Line Transmitter Features
# Feature Function
1 5V DC +5V DC connector for powering the unit
2 CAT 5 OUT RJ-45
Connector B Connect to the CAT 5 IN B RJ-45 connector on the TP-552N
3 A Connect to the CAT 5 IN A RJ-45 connector on the TP-552N
4 HDMI IN Connector Connect to the HDMI source
5 INPUT LED Lights when an input is connected
6 OUTPUT LED Lights when an output is detected
7 POWER LED Lights when receiving power

Your HDMI Line Transmitter / Receiver
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4.2 Your TP-552N HDMI Line Receiver
Figure 2 and Table 2 define the TP-552N:
Figure 2: TP-552N HDMI Line Receiver
Table 2: TP-552N HDMI Line Receiver Features
#
Feature
Function
1 5V DC +5V DC connector for powering the unit
2 HDMI OUT Connector Connect to the HDMI acceptor
3 CAT 5 IN RJ-45
Connector B Connect to the CAT 5 OUT B RJ-45 connector on the TP-551N
4 A Connect to the CAT 5 OUT A RJ-45 connector on the TP-551N
5 INPUT LED Lights when an input is detected
6 OUTPUT LED Lights when an output is connected
7 EQ. SETUP Dipswitches Adjust the cable compensation equalization level (see section 5.1)
8 POWER LED Lights when receiving power

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Connecting the TP-551N and TP-552N
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5 Connecting the TP-551N and TP-552N
You can use the TP-551NHDMI Line Transmitter with the TP-552NHDMI
Line Receiver to configure an HDMI transmitter/receiver system.
To connect the TP-551Nto the TP-552N, as illustrated in the example in
Figure 3, do the following:
1. Connect the CAT 5 OUT A and B RJ-45 connectors on the TP-551Nto the
CAT 5 IN A and B RJ-45 connectors on the TP-552N, respectively, via two
STP CAT 5E cables (see section 5.2).
2. On the TP-552N, connect the HDMI OUT connector to an HDMI acceptor
(for example, a plasma display).
3. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity on both1
Figure 3 the TP-551N and the TP-552N(not
shown in ).
4. On the TP-551N, connect an HDMI source (for example, a DVD player) to
the HDMI IN connector.
5. On the TP-552N, adjust the equalization level (see section 5.1).
5.1 Adjusting the EQ. Level via the EQ. Setup Dipswitches
To adjust the EQ. level, set the dipswitches according to the cable length2
Table 3, as defined in :
Table 3: Recommended Equalization Levels Dipswitch Setup3
Distance [m] DIP 1 DIP 2 DIP 3 DIP 4
Up to 50 OFF OFF ON ON
Up to 40 ON ON ON ON
Up to 30 OFF ON ON ON
1 The TP-551N/TP-552N does not include the Kramer power connect feature
2 It is recommended to use a Kramer cable (regular HDMI cable - C-HDMI/HDMI; flat HDMI cable –
C-HDMI/HDMI/FLAT(1.3)). The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The optimum dipswitch settings are dependent on the cable type and length, as well as the video resolution and
environment. The table shows the settings for typical installations using Kramer cabling. Experimentation may be necessary
in a specific application, and any of 16 possible switch combinations may be applied