Tributaries HDMI HXC5 User manual

HXC5
Extends HDMI™over CAT5 50 meters
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction........................................................................ 1
2. Features............................................................................... 1
3. Package Contents............................................................... 1
4. Transmitter Operation Controls and Functions................ 2
4.1 Front Panel................................................... 2
4.2 Rear Panel.................................................... 2
5. Receiver Operation Controls and Functions..................... 3
5.1 Front Panel.................................................. 3
5.2 Rear Panel................................................... 3
6. Transmitter Specifications.................................................. 4
7. Receiver Specifications....................................................... 4
8 . Connection and Installation.............................................. 5
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HXC5
1. Introduction
Tributaries HXC5 can extend HDMI signal through CAT5E cables for a distance
up to 50 meters. The installation of Tributaries HXC5 is easy and quick. Simply
place the transmitter next to your HDTV source, such as a DVD player, then
place the receiver close to your display. Complete the installation using
Tributaries HDMI Cables and 2 runs of CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6.
2. Features
1. Compliant with HDMI 1.2, HDCP 1.1 and DVI 1.0 specifications.
2. Supports CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6 cables of variable types.
3. Supports high definition input up to 1080p, output resolution follows input.
4. Easy to install and simple to operate.
3. Package Contents
1. Tributaries HXC5 transmitter.
2. Tributaries HXC5 50 meter receiver.
3. Two 5VDC power supply adaptors.
4. Operation manual.
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HDMI INPUT
4. Transmitter Operational Controls and Functions
4.1 Front Panel
1. HDMI INPUT:
Connect the HDMI input to the HDMI or DVI output (using a DVI to
HDMI adaptor) of your source equipment such as a DVD player or
set-top-box.
4.2 Rear Panel
VIDEODDC DC 5V
CAT5 OUTPUT
1 2 3
1. VIDEO OUTPUT:
Connect the VIDEO output to the VIDEO input of the receiver unit
using CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6
2. DDC OUTPUT:
Connect the DDC output to the DDC input of the receiver unit using
CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6 cable.
Note: If it’s known that the DDC or HDCP data are not required for
the source and the display, you can use a single CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6
cable to connect the VIDEO output of the transmitter and VIDEO
input of the receiver.
3. POWER:
Plug the 5VDC power supply into the unit and connect the adaptor to
AC wall outlet.
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5. Receiver Operational Controls and Functions
5.1 Front Panel
5.2 Rear Panel
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HDMI OUTPUT
1. HDMI OUTPUT:
Connect the HDMI output to the HDMI input of your display.
DDC VIDEO DC 5V
CAT5 INPUT
1 2 3
1. DDC INPUT:
Connect the DDC input to the DDC output of the transmitter unit
using CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6 cable.
Note: If it’s known that the DDC or HDCP data are not required for
both source and the display, you can use a single CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6
cable for the VIDEO connection only.
2. VIDEO INPUT:
Connect the VIDEO input to the VIDEO output of the transmitter unit
using CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6 cable.
3. POWER:
Plug the 5VDC power supply into the unit and connect the adaptor to
AC wall outlet.
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6. Transmitter Specifications
1. Supported resolutions: HDMI - 480i/480p, 576i/576p, 720p@50/60Hz,
1080i@50/60Hz, 1080p@50/60Hz
2. Input: 1 HDMI female connector
3. Output: 1 RJ45 output for VIDEO, 1 RJ45 output for DDC
4. Power: Input 5V / 2.6A DC power supply
5. Dimensions: 5”(W) x 5”(D) x 1”(H)
7. Receiver Specifications
1. Supported resolutions: HDMI - 480i/480p, 576i/576p, 720p@50/60Hz,
1080i@50/60Hz, 1080p@50/60Hz
2. Input: 1 RJ45 output for VIDEO, 1 RJ45 output for DDC
3. Output: 1 HDMI female port
4. Power: Input 5V / 2.6A DC power supply
5. Dimensions: 5”(W) x 5”(D) x 1”(H)
VIDEODDC DC 5V
CAT5 OUTPUT
HDMI OUTPUT
HDMI INPUT
DDCVIDEODC 5V
EQUALIZER1 2
GAIN
ADJUS T
CTI
250
150
100
50
MIN
MAX
CAT5 INPUT
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8. Connection and Installation
VIDEODDC DC 5V
CAT5 OUTPUT
HDMI OUTPUT
HDMI INPUT
DDCVIDEODC 5V
EQUALIZER1 2
GAIN
ADJUS T
CTI
250
150
100
50
MIN
MAX
CAT5 INPUT
5
DDC (CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6 Cable)
VIDEO (CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6 Cable)
DVD Player, Satellite Receiver
Cable, STB, or Gaming Console
HDMI™
Cable
HDMI™
Cable
Transmitter Unit
Front
Transmitter Unit
Rear
50 Meters
Receiver Unit
Rear
Receiver Unit
Front
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reserves the right to change product specifications without notice. The technical and other information
contained herein is not intended to set forth all technical and other specifications of TRIBUTARIES®
products. Additional information can be obtained on-line at www.tributariescable.com
Gordon J. Gow Technologies, Inc.
Orlando, FL 32809
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