Vanco Evolution User manual

Vanco Part Number
EVEXFBR1
HDMI® Extender over
Fiber with IR and RS-
232
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HDMI® EXTENDER
over Fiber with IR and RS-232

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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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INTRODUCTION
The Evolution by Vanco EVEXFBR1 HDMI Extender with bi-directional IR and RS-232, extends 4K HDR video and audio
signals up to 984ft/300M over multi-mode ber optic cables, and 6.2mi/10km over single mode ber optic cables and
modules! Bi-directional IR pass-through allows for source and/or display control. Also features RS-232 pass-through for
additional control. For extending HDMI with 4K HDR resolution at an extreme distance, the EVEXFBR1 is a great solution
for any application.
The EVEXFBR1 includes two units: transmitting unit (EVEXFBR1-TX) and receiving unit (EVEXFBR1-RX). The transmitting
unit is used to capture the HDMI input with control signals and carries the signals via ber optic cables. The receiving unit
is responsible for equalizing the transmitted HDMI signal and reconstructing IR signals. Both units require power.
FEATURES
• Transmits audio and video via HDMI as well as bi-directional IR and RS-232
• Transmission range: 984ft/300m over multi-mode ber optic cables; 6.2mi/10km over single mode ber
optic cables
• Supports 4K@60Hz, 4:2:0 chroma sampling and HDR; 4K@60Hz and 4:4:4 chroma sampling
• Supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision
• Features bi-directional IR (20kHz to 60kHz) pass-through for source and/or display control
• RS-232 pass-through
• Supports HDCP2.2
• Multi-mode SFP modules included
• Dimensions: 4.9” W x 4.4” H x 1.1” D
HDMI® Extender over Fiber with IR and RS-232
Part # EVEXFBR1
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• EVEXFBR1 (TX & RX)
• (1) IR Transmitter
• (1) IR Receiver
• (2) DC 12V Power Supply
• (2) Multi-mode SFP Modules
• Product Manual

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SPECIFICATIONS
HDMI Compliance ...................................................... HDMI 2.0a
HDCP Compliance ..................................................... HDCP 2.2
Video Bandwidth ........................................................ Single-link 594MHz [18Gbps]
Video Support ........................................................... HDR 4K@60Hz (4:2:0 10-bit color) / 4K@60Hz
(4:4:4 8-bit color)
HDMI over UTP.......................................................... Yes
Audio Support ........................................................... Surround sound [up to 7.1ch) or stereo digital audio
Input TMDS Signal .................................................... 1.2 Volts [peak-to-peak]
Input DDC Signal ....................................................... 5 Volts [peak-to-peak, TTL]
ESD Protection .......................................................... Human body model — ±15kV [air-gap discharge] &
±8kV [contact discharge]
PCB Stack-up ............................................................ 4-layer board [impedance control — differential
100Ω; single 50Ω]
IR Pass-thru.............................................................. Bi-directional
RS-232 Support ........................................................ Yes
HDMI Source Control ............................................... Controllable via IR pass-through from RX to TX with
IR extenders
HDMI Connector ........................................................ Type A [19-pin female]
3.5mm Connector...................................................... IR receiver / IR blaster
Operation Temperature............................................... 0~40°C [32~104°F]
Storage Temperature ................................................. -20~60°C [-4~140°F]
Relative Humidity....................................................... 20~90% RH [no condensation]
Power Supply ............................................................ 12V, 2A
Power Consumption ................................................... Max 10W

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1. RS-232: Connect for control via PC or third party control system
2. Firmware Update Port: any available f/w updates will be available under the EVEXFBR1 product page on
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3. DIP Switch for Control: Enable or disable bi-directional IR and/or RS-232; see “Control Type Setup” section
4. Power and Link lights: Both LEDs should be illuminated for proper functionality, link indicates that both the
TX and RX are communicating
5. SFP OUT: Connect ber optical cables from this unit to the RX (multimode modules included)
6. HDMI IN: Connect an HDMI source
7. IR IN: Connect the included IR Receiver (RX) to control the display
8. IR OUT: Connect the included IR Transmitter (TX) to control the source
9. DC 12V: Connect the included 12V Power Supply (both TX and RX need to be plugged into power)
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
Transmitting Unit
21 3 45
67 8 9

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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
Receiving Unit
2
1345
6789
1. RS-232: Connect for control via PC or third party control system
2. Firmware Update Port: Any available f/w updates will be available under the EVEXFBR1 product page on
www.vanco1.com
3. DIP Switch for Control: Enable or disable bi-directional IR and/or RS-232; see “Control Type Setup”
section
4. Power and Link Lights: Both LEDs should be illuminated for proper functionality, link indicates that both
the TX and RX are communicating
5. SFP IN: Connect multimode ber optical cables from this unit to the TX (multimode modules included)
6. HDMI OUT: Connect an HDMI display
7. IR IN: Connect the included IR Receiver (RX) to control the source
8. IR OUT: Connect the included IR Transmitter (TX) to control the display
9. DC 12V: Connect the included 12V Power Supply (both TX and RX need to be plugged into power)

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Passing through IR and/or RS-232 Signals
CONTROL TYPE SET UP
The EVEXFBR1 can pass-through bi-directional IR and RS-232, both control types can be deactivated. Note
that both controls are activated by default. See the below table (PIN #2 and #3). The dip switches allow for
rmware updates and to either activate or de-activate IR as well (PIN #1)
See below for dip switch settings, note that DOWN is ON and both TX and RX need to be set to the same dip
switch settings.
DIP Switch Position
Description
TX & RX
PIN #1
ON For system rmware update
OFF Default and normal setting
PIN #2
ON Reserved for future use
OFF RS-232/IR function ON
PIN #3
ON Disable IR function
OFF Enable IR function

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CONNECT AND OPERATE
1. Connect a source such as a Blu-Ray Player, game console, A/V Receiver, Cable or Satellite Receiver, etc.
to the HDMI input on the transmitting unit
2. Connect a display such as an HDTV or HD Projector to the HDMI output on the receiving unit
3. Connect ber optical cables with modules and insert into the output of the Transmitting unit, and the other
end to the SFP input of the Receiving unit
4. For power, plug in both the transmitting unit and receiving unit with the included power supplies
5. Power on each device in the same sequence (receiver and transmitter will already be powered when either
unit is plugged in)
At this point the display connected should display the source signal connected to the extender set. If no signal
is being displayed, connect a ber optical cable to rule out cabling. If a display is 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. Use the source remote at the receiver blaster
to test IR functionality. If the IR remote function is not responding, check the blasters to ensure they are
placed correctly and are plugged into the correct IR jacks on the Extender set receiving and transmitting units.
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
IR Tr ansmitter
Source
HDTV
Tr
ansmitter Receiv
er
HDMI HDMI
IR Receiver
IR Tr ansmitter
IR Receiver
Fiber Cable

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IR PASS-THRU
IR PASS-THROUGH
The bi-directional IR system allows you to control the source that is connected to the extender unit, from the
display; or the display from the source, not simultaneously. There are two important things to note when
setting up the IR system:
1. The IR Receiver (IR RX) is always what you point your remote at to send an IR signal. This pigtail is placed
at the display for controlling the source; or at the source for controlling the display.
2. The IR Blaster (IR TX) is what sends the IR signal to what you are intending to control, whether it’s the
source or the display. This pigtail is placed at the source; either pointed at the source, or placed on the
front panel of the source, see below for placement tips. Or placed at the display to control the display
from the source.
3. Use only the IR accessories that are included with this extender, using third party IR blasters and/or
receivers may not work
IR Receiver IR Blaster
IR Blaster (TX)
• To control the source: Plug IR Blaster into IR TX port of transmitter unit (EVEXFBR1-TX); place blaster in
front of the IR eye of the source
• To control the display: Plug IR Blaster into IR TX port of receiver unit (EVEXFBR1-RX); place blaster in
front of the IR eye of the display
Note: Placement of the IR Blaster is important and can result in the IR system not working if improperly
placed.
• First, locate the IR eye or window on the source
• If placing the IR Blaster right on the front panel of the source, do not stick right on top of the IR eye or
IR window. The IR signal cannot travel through the double-sided tape on the blaster. Instead place the
blaster on either side, or on the top or bottom of the IR eye or window, with the tip of the blaster facing
the IR eye or window. See below for illustration of where IR signal shoots from on IR Blaster:

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IR RECEIVER (RX)
• To control the source: Plug IR Receiver into IR RX port of receiver unit (EVEXFBR1-RX); place receiver at
or near display
• To control the display: Plug IR Receiver into IR RX port of transmitter unit (EVEXFBR1-TX); place receiver
in position where it is able to receive remote signals