StarTech.com DVI2HDMI User manual

DVI2HDMI
DVI and Digital Audio to
HDMI Converter
Instruction Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................... 1
Package Contents .......................................................................1
Operating Controls & Functions.................................... 2
Specifications.................................................................. 3
Pin Configuration............................................................ 4
Connection and Installation ........................................... 6
Technical Support........................................................... 7
Warranty Information...................................................... 7

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com DVI2HDMI DVI and Digital
Audio to HDMI Converter. Offering convenient conversion of digital video
(DVI) and digital audio (digital coaxial) to HDMI, this device eliminates
cable clutter, while providing top quality digital content.
Features
Provides signal amplification and equalization for incoming TMDS data•
to ensure optimal signal quality
Supports resolutions up to 1920x1200 or 1080p input and output•
Supports two channel stereo, dolby digital 5.1, and DTS 5.1 sound•
input and output
Package Contents
1 x DVI to HDMI Converter•
1 x Instruction Manual•
1 x Power Adapter•

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Operating Controls & Functions
DVI Input:1. Connects to the DVI output connector of your source
equipment.
Digital Audio (SPDIF) input:2. Connects to the digital audio output of
your source equipment.
HDMI Output:3. Connects to the HDMI input connector of your HDMI
Display or Switcher.
Power Input:4. Plug the supplied 5V DC Power Supply into the unit, the
LED will illuminate when the power is connected.

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Specications
Digital Video Input DVI-I Connector (DVI-D input signal only)
Digital Audio Input Coaxial (SPDIF)
HDMI Output 19-pin HDMI Connector
HDCP Version HDCP 1.1, 1.0
Operation Frequency Up to 165 Mhz
Frequency Bandwidth 1.65Gbps (single-link)
Input/Output
Resolutions
PC
VGA@60/72/75/85Hz
SVGA@60/72/75/85Hz
XGA@60/70/75/85/87Hz
SXGA@60/75/85Hz
UXGA@60Hz, 1152@70/75/85Hz
HDTV
480p@60Hz
576@50Hz
720p@50/60Hz
1080i@50/60Hz
1080p@24/25/30/50/60Hz
Dimensions 105(W) x 76(D) x 30(H)mm
22 x 3 x 1.18”
DVI Compliance DVI 1.0
HDCP Compliant HDCP 1.1
HDMI Compliant HDMI 1.2
Input Connectors
1 x DVI-I (only supports DVI-D signal)
1 x Digital Coaxial RCA Female (supports two channel
stereo, dolby digital 5.1, and DTS 5.1)
Output Connector 1 x HDMI
Bandwidth 1.65Gbps (single link)
Frequency 165 MHz
Power 5V 1A Center Positive

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Pin Conguration
DVI-D Input Pin Assignment
DVI-Digital: Supports digital-only connections between the host computer
and display. This interface is designed for a 12 or 24-pin connection to
enable single or dual-link mode activation
Digital Only Connector Pin Assignments
Pin Signal
Assignment Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment
1T.M.D.S Data 2- 9T.M.D.S Data 1- 17 T.M.D.S Data 0-
2T.M.D.S Data 2+ 10 T.M.D.S Data 1+ 18 T.M.D.S Data 0+
3T.M.D.S Data 2
Shield 11 T.M.D.S Data 1 Shield 19 T.M.D.S Data 0 Shield
4N.C. 12 N.C. 20 N.C.
5N.C. 13 N.C. 21 N.C.
6DDC Clock 14 +5V Power 22 T.M.D.S Clock
Shield
7DDC Data 15 Ground (for +5V) 23 T.M.D.S Clock+
8N.C. 16 Hot Plug Detect 24 T.M.D.S Clock-
C1 N.C. C2 N.C. C3 N.C.
C4 N.C. C5 N.C.

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HDMI Output Pin Assignment
Digital Only Connector Pin Assignments
Pin Function
Assignment Pin Function Assignment
1T.M.D.S Data 2+ 2T.M.D.S Data 2 Shield
3T.M.D.S Data 2- 4T.M.D.S Data 1+
5T.M.D.S Data 1 Shield 6T.M.D.S Data 1-
7T.M.D.S Data 0+ 8T.M.D.S Data 0 Shield
9T.M.D.S Data 0- 10 T.M.D.S Clock+
11 T.M.D.S Clock Shield 12 T.M.D.S Clock-
13 CEC 14 Reserved (N.C. on device)
15 SCL 16 SDA
17 DDC/CEC Ground 18 +5V Power
19 Hot Plug Detect

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Connection and Installation
The following images depict typical installation of the DVI2HDMI unit:
Straight Connection to Display
1 - Source Device (e.g. DVD Player, Computer)
2 - DVI Cable (from source to DVI2HDMI DVI IN port)
3 - SPDIF Cable (from source to DVI2HDMI Digital Audio In port)
4 - HDMI Cable (from DVI2HDMI HDMI OUT port) to Display
5 - HDTV/Display
Connection Using an HDMI Switch
1 - Source Device (e.g. DVD Player, Computer)
2 - DVI Cable (from source to DVI2HDMI DVI IN port)
3 - SPDIF Cable (from source to DVI2HDMI Digital Audio In port)
4 - HDMI Cable (from DVI2HDMI HDMI OUT port) to Display
5 - HDTV/Display
6 - HDMI Cable
7 - HDTV/Display
DVI2HDMI
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commit-
ment 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.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a one year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materi-
als 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.
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LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages
(whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or
otherwise), loss of profits, 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
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