Simplified MFG EXARC User manual

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EXARC
HDMI 2.0b (18Gbps) 40m
HDMI Extender with ARC and
Optical audio return
VER 2.1

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Thank you for purchasing this product
The Simplified MFG EXARC is designed to provide years of reliable service. At Simplified MFG,
we want the experience with this device to be the best possible and are committed to helping
achieve that experience.
Surge protection device recommended
This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes,
surges, electric shock, lighting strikes, etc. Use of surge protection systems is highly
recommended to protect and extend the life of your equipment. A HDSURGE is highly
recommended on cable and satellite boxes.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction .................................................................................................... 2
2. Features........................................................................................................... 3
3. Package Contents ............................................................................................ 3
4. Specifications .................................................................................................. 4
5. Operation Controls and Functions ................................................................... 5
5.1 Transmitter Panel.................................................................................... 5
5.2 Receiver Panel......................................................................................... 6
5.3 IR Pin Definition...................................................................................... 6
6. Application Example ........................................................................................ 7
7. Warranty Information…..……….……...………………………………………………… 8
8. Contact Information.……….……………………………………………………………… 8
1. Introduction
The EXARC can extend an HDMI2.0b (18Gbps) high-definition audio and video signal and
two-way IR up to 40 meters (132 feet) over a single Cat5e/6/7 cable, while simultaneously
transmitting ARC or optical S/PDIF signals from the RX back to the TX. The EXARC
supports resolutions up to 4K2K@60Hz 4:4:4, up to 18Gbps, and HDCP 2.2/1.4. In
addition, the EXARC extender is equipped with two-way IR and RS232 which allows for
source and display control.
The EXARC extender is a great way to bring audio back from the display to the TX end
either through the HDMI (ARC) or via optical S/PDIF. This transmission is independent of
the AV and control features.

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2. Features
•HDMI 2.0b and HDCP 2.2 compliant
•Supports input and output video resolution up to 4k2k@60Hz 4:4:4 up
to 18Gbps
•Supports HDR/HDR+/DolbyVision™
•Distance up to 131ft/40m @ 4k - 230ft/70m @1080p
•Brings ARC or optical S/PDIF from RX back to TX
•Outputs ARC audio through optical S/PDIF and/or HDMI
•Two-way 12V IR transmission and RS232 pass through
•Single power supply –can be powered from either the RX or TX
3. Package Contents
•1× HDMI 18Gbps transmitter
•1× HDMI 18Gbps receiver
•1× IR Blaster (1.5m length)
•1× 20~60KHz IR Receiver (1.5m length)
•1× 24V/1A Locking Power supply
•2 x 3 Conductor Phoenix connectors
•4× Mounting Ears
•1× User Manual

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4. Specifications
Technical
HDMI Compliance
HDMI 2.0b
HDCP Compliance
HDCP 2.2 / HDCP 1.4
Video Bandwidth
18Gbps
HDR Formats
HDR/HDR10+/DolbyVision™
Video Resolution
Up to 4K60Hz 4:4:4
Color Space
RGB / YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2/4:2:0, YUV 4:4:4
Color Depth
8/10/12-bit (1080P60Hz, 4K30Hz, 4K60Hz YCbCr
4:2:2/4:2:0) 8-bit (4K60Hz 4:4:4)
HDMI Audio Formats
LPCM 2.0/2.1/5.1/6.1/7.1, Dolby Digital, Dolby
TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus (DD+), DTS-ES, DTS
HD Master, DTS HD-HRA, DTS-X
ARC Audio Formats
Dolby Digital 5.1 and down, DTS 5.1, PCM 2.0
S/PDIF Audio Formats
Dolby Digital 5.1 and down, DTS 5.1, PCM 2.0
ESD Protection
Human body model —±8kV (Air-gap discharge) &±4kV (Contact
discharge)
Connections
Transmitter
Inputs: 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]
1 x IR in [3.5mm Stereo mini jack]
1x SERVICE [Micro USB, update port]
Outputs: 1x IR out [3.5mm stereo mini jack]
1 x Optical (S/PDIF) audio port
1x HDBaseT out [RJ45, 8-pin female]
Control: 1x 3 Conductor Phoenix connector
Receiver
Inputs: 1x HDBaseT in [RJ45, 8-pin female]
1x IR in [3.5mm Stereo mini jack]
1 x Optical (S/PDIF) audio port
1x SERVICE [Micro USB, Update port]
Outputs: 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]
1 x IR out [3.5mm Stereo mini jack]
Control: 1x 3 Conductor Phoenix connector
Mechanical
Housing
Metal Enclosure
Color
Black
Dimensions
Transmitter / Receiver:
140mm/5.5” [W] x 65mm/2.56”[D] x 18mm/.70”[H]
Weight
Transmitter: 235g/8.3oz., Receiver: 239g/8.43oz.
Power Supply
Input: AC 100 - 240V 50/60Hz Output: DC 24V/1A
Power Consumption
9.6W (Max)
Op. Temperature
32 - 104°F / 0 - 40°C
Storage Temperature
-4 - 140°F / -20 - 60°C
Relative Humidity
20 - 90% RH (no condensation)

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5. Operation Controls and Functions
5.1 Transmitter Panel
❾❹ ❸ ❺ ❶ ❷ ❻ ❼ ❽
Number
Name
Function description
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HDMI In
HDMI input port, connect to HDMI source device such as
Media server or other 4K source
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S/PDIF Out
Optical output from ARC or S/PDIF at RX
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HDBaseT Out
Connect to HDBaseT In port on the receiving end with a
CAT6 cable.
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Power LED
(Green)
The LED will illuminate when the transmitter is powered on.
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Data signal
LED (Orange)
The LED will illuminate when the transmitter and the
receiver have signal transmission (link)
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IR In
Connect to IR receiver (included). The IR signal is then sent
to the IR Out to the IR Blaster at the receiver.
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IR Out
Connect to wideband IR Blaster (included). The IR signal is
from the IR In port of the receiver.
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RS232
(3-PIN Phoenix)
Connect to third-party control system for 2-way RS232
communication with the RS232 connection at the RX
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DC 24V
Plug DC 24V/1A power supply into the unit and connect the
adapter to an AC outlet.
(Note: The EXARC can be powered from either the RX or
the TX by 24V/1A power adapter, only one supply is needed)
EDID Switch is set to copy the display’s EDID. STD is a 1080p setting designed to help in
troubleshooting

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5.2 Receiver Panel
❾❹❸ ❺ ❶❷❻❼❽
Number
Name
Function description
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HDMI Out
HDMI output port, connect to HDMI display device such as
TV or Projector with an HDMI cable.
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S/PDIF In
Connect to optical output of display, the signal will output
at the S/PDIF on the TX
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HDBaseT In
Connects to the TX HDBaseT output via category cable
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Power LED (Green)
The LED will illuminate when the receiver is powered on.
It also indicates the connection from TX to RX
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Data signal
LED (Orange)
The LED will illuminate when the transmitter and the
receiver have signal transmission (link).
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IR In
Connect to wideband IR Receiver. The IR signal will be
transmitted to the IR Out port of the transmitter.
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IR Out
The IR from the TX IR In will be transmitted through the
IR blaster connected here.
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RS232
(3-PIN Phoenix)
Connect to third-party control system for 2-way RS232
communication with the RS232 connection at the RX
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DC 24V
Plug DC 24V/1A power supply into the unit and connect
the adapter to an AC outlet.
(Note: The EXARC can be powered from either the RX or
the TX by 24V/1A power adapter, only one supply is
needed)
The audio selection switch is set to HDMI ARC, in this position, the audio from the eARC/ARC input
on the display will be output via HDMI in or optical out on the TX. In SPDIF IN position, the ARC
is disabled and the optical from the RX is sent to the TX instead of ARC.

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5.3 IR PIN Definition
IR Use Example:

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6. Application Example
Note that the optical S/PDIF on the RX will output the ARC or the S/PDIF from the display.
ARC audio has a higher bandwidth than optical however, CEC issues may necessitate the
use of the optical instead of the ARC. Also, ARC is backwards compatible with eARC. On
some displays, CEC may cause issues and ARC will not operate without CEC. Put the
display in eARC mode and this should solve the issue and pass ARC without CEC.
7. Warranty
Should you feel that this product does not function adequately due to defects in
materials or workmanship, we (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of
the period indicated below (starting from the original date of the purchase) either a)
repair the product with new or refurbished parts. Or b) Replace the product with new
or refurbished product. All Simplified MFG products are covered by a 3-year warranty.
During this period there will be no charge for unit repair, replacement of unit
components or replacement of the product if deemed necessary. The decision to
repair or replace is made by the warrantor. The purchaser must mail in the product
during the warranty period. This limited warranty only covers the product purchased
as new and is extended to the original purchaser only. It is non-transferrable to
subsequent owners, even during the warranty period. A purchase receipt or other
proof of purchase date is required for the limited warranty service.

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8. Contact Information
Sales and Tech Support
P. 833-HDMI-411 (833-436-4411)
E. [email protected]
Simplified MFG • 550 W Baseline Rd Ste 102-121 • Mesa AZ 85210
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