PureLink Media Axis HDBaseT MAX-CT101 User manual

Media Axis™
4K/60 HDBaseT™ Extenders
USER MANUAL
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MEDIA AXIS™ HDBaseT™ EXTENDERS USER MANUAL
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Table of Contents
Safety Precautions................................................................................................................. 3
Product Introduction ............................................................................................................. 4
Features................................................................................................................................ 4
Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 5
MAX-CT101 Extender Transmitter .................................................................................................................................5
MAX-CR102 Extender Receiver ......................................................................................................................................8
Operation and Reliability Specification........................................................................................................................10
Installation.......................................................................................................................... 11
Package Contents ........................................................................................................................................................11
Environments...............................................................................................................................................................11
Installation and Setup..................................................................................................................................................12
MAX-CR-102 Operating Instruction .............................................................................................................................12
Control .........................................................................................................................................................................16
Cable Termination .......................................................................................................................................................17
EDID .............................................................................................................................................................................21
Warranty & Customer Service.............................................................................................. 22

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MEDIA AXIS™ HDBaseT™ EXTENDERS USER MANUAL
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Safety Precautions
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully before connecting,
operating, or adjusting this product. Please keep this manual for future reference.
1. This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes,
surges, electric shook, lightning strikes, etc. The use of surge protection systems is highly
recommended in order to protect and extend the life of your equipment.
2. Always use the correct external power supply (indicated on the product label) when operating
this unit.
3. Power down unit and unplug from the wall outlet before installing or removing
transmitter/receiver modules
4. Keep away from wet, magnetic, and flammable surfaces or substances. Unplug the unit from
wall outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol sprays. Wipe with a damp
cloth.
5. Air vents should be kept clean and unobstructed at all times.
6. Any external impact may cause damage to the operation of this unit.

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MEDIA AXIS™ HDBaseT™ EXTENDERS USER MANUAL
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Product Introduction
Media Axis’ HDBaseT™ (CATx) extension system is designed to transmit video, audio (embedded or
analog stereo audio), and control (RS232 and IR) over category cable up to 230 ft. The MAX-CT101
extender transmitter connects directly to the HDBaseT™ input card (MAX-CI) of Media Axis. The MAX-
CR102 extender receiver connects directly to the HDBaseT™ output board (MAX-CO) of Media Axis and
also features built-in 4K/60 auto-scaling powered by Motore 2.0™.
Features
Transmitters are Directly Compatible with Media Axis HDBaseT™Input Cards
The MAX-CT101 HDBaseT™Transmitters can send signals directly to Media Axis' HDBaseT™Input Card
(MAX-CI), eliminating the need for a matching receiver.
Receivers are Directly Compatible with Media Axis HDBaseT™ Output Cards
The MAX-CR102 HDBaseT™Receivers can receive signals directly from Media Axis’ HDBaseT™Output
Card (MAX-CO), eliminating the need for a matching transmitter.
HDMI v2.0b, 3D Support
Adopting the latest HDMI version, HDMI 2.0b enables Media Axis to support 3D, 48-Bit Deep Color,
4K/60 4:4:4 resolutions, and 7.1 Channel Dolby TrueHD & DTS-HD Master Audio.
Auto-EDID (EDID Library, Emulation)
PureLink's EDID library and emulation feature failsafe EDID capture & storage to provide constant and
continuous EDID for source devices.
Integrated Noise-cancellation and Error-correct Logic
Prevents damage caused by Electrical Noise for both input and output ports.
HDCP 2.2 Compliant
USB Firmware Updateable
Long Distance Transmission up to 230 ft. (70 m)
Resolutions up to WUXGA 1920x1200, HD 1080p @ 60Hz, and 4K 4:4:4 @ 60Hz
TAA Compliant

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Specifications
MAX-CT101 Extender Transmitter
Front Connection Ports:
1. SIGNAL LED: Video signal presence indicator
2. LINK LED: Connection signal to MAX-CI or MAX-CR102
3. MODE S/W (EDID save): EDID save
4. EDID select S/W: EDID library function selection rotary switch
5. Power S/W: Power On/Off switch
Back Connection Ports:
6. DC IN: DC 12V Power port
7. HDMI IN: HDMI input port
8. AUDIO IN: Analog stereo audio input port
9. RS-232C: RS-232C communication port
10. FIRMWARE: USB firmware update port
11. CATx: HDBaseT™output port
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MAX-CT101 Technical Specifications
Connector Types
(1) HDMI [Type A Female]
(1) 3.5mm stereo audio port
(1) RJ45 [HDBaseT]
(1) 3-pin phoenix connector [RS-232]
(1) mini USB [firmware]
(1) 3-pin phoenix connector [12V power]
Input Signal Type
HDMI & analog stereo w/Deep Color, 3D, & 4K
Output Signal
HDBaseT™ w/Deep Color, 3D, & 4K
Supported Resolutions
up to Ultra HD/4K (4096x2160, 4:4:4 @ 50/60Hz)
Max. Distance
230 ft. (70m) at 4096x2160 4:4:4 @60Hz, unshielded cable
Audio Formats
Dolby Digital®, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby®
TrueHD, Dolby Atmos®, DTS®, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD High
Res, DTS-HD Master Audio™, LPCM up to 8 channels
Compliance
HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2
Power Consumption
DC +12V, 10 watts (max)
Dimension
6.3”x 4.4”x 1.7”(160 x 112 x 42 mm)
Weight
1.43 lbs. (0.65 Kg)

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Analog Video Signal Supported Resolution
- 640*480 60Hz
- 1024*768 60Hz
- 720*480p 60Hz
- 640*480 72Hz
- 1024*768 70Hz
- 720*576p 50Hz
- 640*480 75Hz
- 1024*768 75Hz
- 1280*720p 60Hz
- 640*480 85Hz
- 1024*768 85Hz
- 1280*720p 50Hz
- 800*600 56Hz
- 1280*1024 60Hz
- 1920*1080i 60Hz
- 800*600 60Hz
- 1280*1024 75Hz
- 1920*1080i 50Hz
- 800*600 72Hz
- 1280*1024 85Hz
- 1920*1080p 60Hz
- 800*600 75Hz
- 1600*1200 60Hz
- 1920*1080p 50Hz
- 800*600 85Hz
- 1920*1200 60Hz
Digital Video Signal Supported Resolution:
•PC resolution: VGA ~ WUXGA @ 60Hz (1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz)
•HDTV resolution: 480i ~ 1080p @ 60Hz, 4K2K @ 60Hz

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MAX-CR102 Extender Receiver
Front Connection Ports:
1. LCD Display: 16*2 LCD display
2. ▲▼◀▶: Menu navigation buttons
3. MENU: Menu and Enter button
4. EXIT: Cancel and Exit button
5. Power S/W: Power On/Off switch
Back Connection Ports:
6. DC IN: DC 12V Power port
7. HDMI OUT: HDMI output port
8. AUDIO OUT: Analog stereo audio output port
9. RS-232C: RS-232C communication port
10. FIRMWARE: USB firmware update port
11. CATx: HDBaseT™input port
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MEDIA AXIS™ HDBaseT™ EXTENDERS USER MANUAL
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MAX-CR102 Technical Specifications
Connector Types
(1) HDMI [Type A Female]
(1) 3.5mm stereo audio port
(1) RJ45 [HDBaseT]
(1) 3-pin phoenix connector [RS-232]
(1) mini USB [firmware]
(1) 3-pin phoenix connector [12V power]
Input Signal Type
HDBaseT™ w/Deep Color, 3D, & 4K
Output Signal
HDMI & analog stereo w/Deep Color, 3D, & 4K
Supported Resolutions
up to Ultra HD/4K (4096x2160, 4:4:4 @ 50/60Hz)
Max. Distance
230 ft. (70m) at 4096x2160 4:4:4 @60Hz, unshielded cable
Media Processor
Motore™2.0
Audio Formats
Dolby Digital®, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby®
TrueHD, Dolby Atmos®, DTS®, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD High
Res, DTS-HD Master Audio™, LPCM up to 8 channels
Compliance
HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2
Power Consumption
DC +12V, 15 watts (max)
Dimension
6.3”x 5.7”x 1.7”(160 x 145 x 42 mm)
Weight
1.77 lbs. (0.80 Kg)

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Scaling Receiver (MAX-CR102) Supported Output Resolution
- Auto Time Set
- 1280*720p 50Hz
- 3840*2160p 50Hz
- 1024*768p 60Hz
- 1920*1080p 50Hz
- 3840*2160p 60Hz
- 1280*1024p 60Hz
- 1920*1080p 59Hz
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- 1440*1050p 60Hz
- 1920*1080p 60Hz
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- 1680*1050p 60Hz
- 2560*1080p 50Hz
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- 1600*1200p 60Hz
- 2560*1080p 60Hz
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- 1920*1200p 60Hz
- 3840*2160p 24Hz
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- 2560*1440p 60Hz
- 3840*2160p 25Hz
- 2560*1600 60Hz
- 3840*2160p 30Hz
Operation and Reliability Specification
•Operating Environment
oTemperature: 50°F ~ 104°F (10°C ~ 40°C)
oHumidity: 10% ~ 80%
oAltitude: 3,000m Max.
•Transit Environment
oTemperature: -13°F ~ 140°F (-25°C ~ 60°C)
oHumidity: 5% ~ 95%
oAltitude: 15,000m Max.
•Storage Environment
oTemperature: -4°F ~ -49°F (-20°C ~ 45°C)
oHumidity: 5% ~ 95%
oAltitude: 3,000m Max.
•Reliability
oMTBF: 90% at over 50,000 hours aging test
oIn compliance with LCD Monitor reliability test standard