StarTech.com HDBOOST4K User manual

Manual Revision: 10/09/2019
For the latest information, technical specications, and support for
this product, please visit www.StarTech.com/HDBOOST4K.
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HDBOOST4K
HDMI Signal Booster - 4K
*actual product may vary from photos

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FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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Table of Contents
Product diagram ....................................................................................1
Front view .................................................................................................................................................... 1
Rear view...................................................................................................................................................... 1
Introduction............................................................................................2
Packaging contents.................................................................................................................................. 2
System requirements............................................................................................................................... 2
Installation ..............................................................................................3
Adjusting the signal amplication......................................................4
LED indicators.........................................................................................4
Specications..........................................................................................5
Technical support...................................................................................6
Warranty information............................................................................6

Product diagram
Front view
Rear view
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Video In port
Power In port
Power LED
Video Out

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Introduction
This 4K HDMI® signal booster lets you increase the signal strength of your HDMI video
source so that it can travel greater distances. Using standard HDMI cables, you can
achieve resolutions up to 4K at 60Hz at distances of up to 30 ft. (10 m). The booster also
supports distances up to 115 ft. (35 m) at 1080p 60Hz resolution.
Packaging contents
• 1 x HDMI signal booster
• 1 x 5 ft [1.5 m] USB power cable
System requirements
• 1 x HDMI video source
• 1 x HDMI cable up to 50 ft. in length, to connect from your source to the booster
• 1 x HDMI cable up to 65 ft. in length, to connect from the booster to your display
• 1 x HDMI display with cabling

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Installation
Important installation notes:
• Maximum supported resolution varies depending on your extension distance.
• The HDMI cable connected to your video source must be shorter than or equal to
the length of the cable connected to your display.
• The maximum supported video source cable length is 115 ft. (35 m).
• The maximum supported display cable length is 50 ft. (15 m).
• Ensure your video source and display are turned o before you begin installation.
• While the HDMI booster has a power adapter port, no power adapter is required.
However, if you’re using a low-powered HDMI source such as the HDMI output on a
Mac Mini computer, the use of a power adapter may improve the signal distance.
1. Determine where you’d like your video source to be located and set up your HDMI
video source as instructed by the documentation included with it.
2. Determine where you’d like your display to be located (within 115 ft. from
your video source) and set up your HDMI display for use as instructed by the
documentation included with it.
3. Connect an HDMI cable, up to 50 ft. in length (sold separately), to the output of your
video source and to the signal booster’s HDMI input port.
4. Connect an HDMI cable, up to 65 ft. in length (sold separately), to the signal
booster’s HDMI output port and to the HDMI input on your display.
5. Turn on your HDMI video source and your HDMI display. Your video source will now
be shown on the display.

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Supported resolutions and cable lengths
Reference the table below for supported resolutions and cable lengths.
Cable length
from source
Cable length to
display
Total cable
length
Maximum
resolution
50 ft. (15 m) 65 ft. (20 m) 115 ft. (35 m) 1080p (60Hz) -
1920 x 1080
32 ft. (10 m) 50 ft. (15 m) 82 ft. (25 m) 4K (30Hz) -
3840 x 2160
15 ft. (5 m) 15 ft. (5 m) 30 ft. (10 m) 4K (60Hz) -
3840 x 2160
The HDMI booster features an LED indicator that communicates the booster’s
operating status. Review the chart below to determine the signicance of the LED
status.
LED indicator
LED Behavior Signicance
Power/Activity
LED
Solid Green The HDMI signal booster is receiving
power.
Power/Activity
LED
Solid Blue An HDMI DIsplay is connected to the
Output Port. The setup is complete
and the device is working properly.

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Specications
Warranty 2 years
Audio specications 7.1 surround sound
Maximum distance 115 ft. (35m) (Up to 1080p)
Maximum resolution 3840 x 2160 (60Hz) at up to 30 ft. (10 m)
3840 x 2160 (30Hz) at up to 82 ft. (25 m)
1020 x 1080 (60 Hz) at up to 115 ft. (35 m)
Supported resolutions 3840 x 2160 (4K), 1920 x 1080, 1680 x 1050, 1600 x 900,
1440 x 900,
1360 x 768, 1280 x 800, 1280 x 768, 1280 × 720
Connector(s) Input: 1 x HDMI (19 pin) Female
Output: 1 x HDMI (19 pin) Female
Indicators 1 x power LED (blue)
1 x video source LED (blue)
Environmental Humidity: 5% to 90%
Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Storage temperature: -10°C to 80°C (14°F to 176°F)

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Technical support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship
for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period,
the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent
products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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