Vanco 280502 User manual

HDMI® Extender
Over 2X Category
5e Cables
Vanco Part Number:
280502
Technical Support
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1. Do not expose this unit to water, moisture,
or excessive humidity.
2. Do not install or place this unit in a built-in
cabinet, or other conned space without
adequate ventilation.
3. To prevent risk of electrical shock or re
hazard, due to overheating, do not obstruct
unit’s ventilation openings.
4. Do not install near any source of heat,
including other units that may produce heat.
5. Do not place unit near ames.
6. Only clean unit with a dry cloth.
7. Unplug unit during lightening storms, or
when not used for an extended period
of time. A surge protector is strongly
recommended.
8. Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched, particularly at the plugs.
9. Use unit only with accessories specied by
the manufacturer.
10. Refer all servicing to qualied personnel.
CAUTION
HDMI is a very complex technology requiring continuous authentication of the signal and the same
video resolution and audio settings on all electronic equipment in the system. When there are multiple
sources and displays, the video resolution and audio setting on all connected units must be adjusted
to correspond with that of the display having the lowest video and audio capability.
WARNING
DEAR CUSTOMER
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please
read these instructions carefully before
connecting, operating or adjusting this product.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
This product is 100% inspected and tested in the United States
to verify HDMI performance parameters.

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FEATURES
Vanco HDMI Extender over dual category cable (280502) is an active short range dual cable extender set
capable of transmitting full 1080p HD video and HD audio together, and achieves this through the HDMI signal
over dual Cat5e/6 of up to 98 ft under ideal conditions. Also features HDCP compliancy to ensure source and
display compatibility. For a simple source to display HDMI signal extension, the 280502 is a great solution.
Benets for using 280502:
1. The length of HDMI cable is xed and unchangeable after it is produced. Because the HDMI connector can
only be soldered or terminated by professional worker in factory, the users can not reduce or increase by
themselves. However Cat5e/Cat6 cables are available everywhere and be processed easily by the user or
installer.
2. The 280502 transmission distance for 1080P reaches 30 meters (98.4 ft), and 60 meters (196.9 ft) for
1080i.
3. Offers solutions for digital entertainment center, HDTV retail and show site, HDTV, STB, DVD and
Projector factory, noise, space and security concerns, data center control, information distribution,
conference room presentation, school and corporate training environments.
HDMI® Extender Over 2X Category 5e Cables
Part # 280502
• Allows HDMI audio/video signals to be
transmitted using two Cat5e or Cat6 cables
• Transmission Range:Extends 1080p resolution
up to 30 meters ( 98 ft);Extends 1080i
resolution up to 50 meters (164 ft);Extends
720p resolution up to 60 meters (196 ft)
• Supports High Denition Resolution 1080p
• Supports computer resolutions up to
1920x1200 (WUXGA), 12-bit color depth
• H.D.C.P. (High-Bandwidth Digital Content
Protection) Compliant
• Not recommended for cascading purposes or to
work with any other component, to be used as a
source to display extender only
• 5V DC, UL Listed Power Supply
• Dimensions: 2” W x 1.88” H x 3.25” D

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Before attempting to use this unit, please check the packaging and make sure the following items are
contained in the shipping carton:
• 1 Vanco 280502 TRANSMITTER balun
• 1 Vanco 280502 RECEIVER balun
• 5V DC Power Supply
• Product Manual
SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Temperature Range................................................. -5 to +35°C (-41 to 23 °F)
Operating Humidity Range ...................................................... 5 to 90 % RH (no condensation)
Input Video Signal ................................................................. 0.5-1.0 volts p-p
Input DDC Signal ................................................................... 5 volts p-p (TTL)
Video Format Supported......................................................... DTV/HDTV;1080p/1080i/720p/576p/480p/5
76i/480i
Output Video ......................................................................... HDMI 1.3a + HDCP 1.2
Maximum Transmission Distance............................................. 1080p: 30m; 1080i: 60m
Power Supply ....................................................................... 5VDC
Power Consumption .............................................................. 120 mW (max.)
Dimensions: .......................................................................... 2” W x 1.88” H x 3.25” D
Mass (Main unit) .................................................................. 0.26 kg (transmitter & receiver)
Specications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are
approximate.

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CONNECT AND OPERATE
1. Connect 1 source such as a Blu-Ray Player, game console, A/V Receiver, Cable or Satellite Receiver, etc.
to the HDMI input on the transmitter balun.
2. Connect 1 display such as an HDTV or HD Projector to the HDMI output on the receiver balun.
3. Connect dual Category 5e/6 cables up to 98 ft (30m) to both transmitter and receiver baluns. (Ensure
Category cables are terminated correctly)
4. For power, plug in the source rst, followed by the Vanco Extender set ( 5V DC power supply included),
followed by the output connected.
5. Power on each device in the same sequence
At this point the display connected should display the source signal connected to the extender set. If no
signal is being displayed, connect shorter Cat5e/6 cables (less than 15 ft). If a display is still having difculty
receiving a signal, access the display’s menu and adjust the resolution (lowest to highest until signal is
displayed). A 24 Hz vertical refresh rate may work better than 60 Hz or higher.

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LIMITED WARRANTY
With the exceptions noted in the next paragraph, Vanco warrants to the original purchaser that the equipment
it manufactures or sells will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from
the date of purchase. Should this product, in Vanco’s opinion, prove defective within this warranty period,
Vanco, at its option, will repair or replace this product without charge. Any defective parts replaced become
the property of Vanco. This warranty does not apply to those products which have been damaged due to
accident, unauthorized alterations, improper repair, modications, inadequate maintenance and care, or use in
any manner for which the product was not originally intended.
Items integrated into Vanco products that are made by other manufacturers, notably computer hard
drives and liquid crystal display panels, are limited to the term of the warranty offered by the respective
manufacturers. Such specic warranties are available upon request to Vanco. A surge protector, power
conditioner unit, or a uninterruptible power supply must be installed in the electrical circuit to protect against
power surges.
If repairs are needed during the warranty period the purchaser will be required to provide a sales receipt
or other acceptable proof of purchase to the seller of this equipment. The seller will then contact Vanco
regarding warranty repair or replacement.
LIABILITY STATEMENT
Every effort has been made to ensure that this product is free of defects. The manufacturer of this product
cannot be held liable for the use of this hardware or any direct or indirect consequential damages arising
from its use. It is the responsibility of the user and installer of the hardware to check that it is suitable for
their requirements and that it is installed correctly. All rights are reserved. No parts of this manual may be
reproduced or transmitted by any form or means electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording
or by any information storage or retrieval system without the written consent of the publisher.
Manufacturer reserves the right to revise any of its hardware and software following its policy to modify and/or
improve its products where necessary or desirable. This statement does not affect the legal rights of the user
in any way.

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
In case of problems, please contact Vanco Technical Support by e-mail at [email protected] or call 1-800-
626-6445 between the hours of 8am and 5pm central US time zone on Monday through Friday.
When calling, please have the Model Number, Serial Number (afxed to the bottom of the unit) and Invoice
available for reference during the call.
Please read this Instruction Manual prior to calling or installing this unit, since it will familiarize you with the
capabilities of this product and its proper installation.
All active electronic products are 100% inspected and tested to insure highest product quality and trouble-
free installation and operation. The testing process utilizes the types of high-denition sources and displays
typically installed for entertainment and home theater applications.
For additional information, such as helpful installation videos, glossary of terms, etc. please visit www.vanco1.
com

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