RS-3 - Audio/video converter DVDO - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	HDBaseT Wall-Plate Transmitter
Model	RS-3
Brand	DVDO
Video Inputs	1x HDMI (Type A), 1x VGA (15-pin), 1x Audio (3.5mm)
Video Output	1x HDBaseT (RJ45)
HDMI Compliance	HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2
Max Video Resolution	4K2K@60Hz 4:4:4 (18Gbps)
VGA Resolution Support	Up to 1080p@60Hz
Audio Formats	LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD Master, DSD
Transmission Distance	4K@60Hz: up to 40m (131ft); 1080p: up to 70m (230ft) over CAT6/6a/7
Control Interfaces	Two-way IR (Phoenix), RS-232 (Phoenix), USB (USB-B)
Power Supply	DC 24V/1A via Phoenix connector; POC supported
Power Consumption	6W (Max)
Dimensions (W x D x H)	91.8mm x 104.8mm x 43mm
Weight	212.5g
Housing Material	Plastic
Color	White
Form Factor	2-Gang US Decora wall plate
Switching Modes	Automatic and manual (SOURCE button)
Firmware Update	Via Micro-USB port
ESD Protection	Human body model: ±8kV air, ±4kV contact
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Package Contents	Transmitter, Phoenix connectors (3-pin, 2-pin), IR RX, IR TX, manual

Frequently Asked Questions - RS-3 DVDO

What is the maximum resolution supported by the DVDO RS-3?

The RS-3 supports up to 4K2K@60Hz 4:4:4 (18Gbps) over HDMI, and up to 1080p@60Hz for VGA input.

How far can I transmit video using the RS-3?

Over a single CAT6/6a/7 cable, you can transmit 4K@60Hz up to 40m (131ft) and 1080p up to 70m (230ft).

Does the RS-3 support Power over Cable (POC)?

Yes, the RS-3 supports 24V POC, allowing power to be sent over the HDBaseT cable from a compatible receiver.

Can I control the source device remotely?

Yes, the RS-3 supports two-way IR and RS-232 pass-through, enabling remote control from either end.

What audio formats does the RS-3 support?

It supports LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, and DSD.

How do I switch between HDMI and VGA inputs?

You can press the SOURCE button on the front panel to manually switch, or enable automatic switching which defaults to the last connected input.

What type of cable is required for HDBaseT?

Use a CAT6/6a/7 cable with RJ45 connectors for optimal performance.

Is the RS-3 compatible with HDCP 2.2?

Yes, it is HDCP 2.2 compliant, ensuring compatibility with 4K content from Blu-ray players and streaming devices.

Can I update the firmware?

Yes, firmware updates can be performed via the Micro-USB port on the side panel.

What is included in the package?

The package includes the RS-3 transmitter, two Phoenix connectors (3-pin and 2-pin), a wideband IR receiver, a wideband IR transmitter, and a user manual.

USER MANUAL RS-3 DVDO

Two white electronic device units with ports and connectors, no visible text or symbols on the surfaces.

DVDO-RS-3

HDBaseT Wall-Plate Transmitter

User Manual

Version 1.0.0

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.

Surge protection device recommended

This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes, surges, electric shock, lighting str kes, etc. Use of surge protection systems is highly recommended in order to protect and extend the life of your equipment.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction......2
2. Features ...... 2
3. Package Contents......2
4. Specifications....3
5. Operation Controls and Functions....4
   5.1. Front Panel....4
   5.2. Rear Panel .... 5
   5.3. Side Panel....5
   5.4. Dimension of Panel 6
6. Application Example......8

1. Introduction

The HDBaseT Wall-plate Transmitter supports HDMI and VGA with audio inputs within a standard 2-Gang US Decora wall box. It can transmit HDMI signal over CAT6/6a/7 to the distance up to 131ft/40m for 4K2K@60Hz(4:4:4) or 1080p60Hz up to 230ft/70m. Auto-switching allows user to plug-in and play. Built-in two-way IR, RS-232 and USB transmissions for easy device control.

2. Features

☆ HDMI 2.0b 18Gbps, HDCP 2.2 compliant
☆ Up to 4K2K@60Hz(4:4:4), 4K2K@30Hz, 1080p@120Hz
☆ Up to 7.1 channel HD audio
HDBaseT™ over a single CAT6/6a/7 cable up to 230ft/40m distance for 4K2K@60Hz(4:4:4) or up to 230ft/70m distance for 1080p60Hz
☆ Built-in scaling for VGA input
☆ Automatic and manual switching modes
☆ Two-way IR, RS-232 and USB supported
☆ 2-Gang US Decora wall plate
☆ 24V POC is supported

3. Package Contents

① 1× 18G HDMI Wall Plate Transmitter
② 1× Phoenix connector(3 pins)
③ 1× Phoenix connector(2 pins)
④ 1× Wideband IR RX
⑤ 1× Wideband IR TX
⑥ 1× User Manual

4. Specifications

Technical
HDMI Compliance	HDMI 2.0b
HDCP Compliance	HDCP 2 2
Video Bandwidth	18 Gbps
HDMI Video Resolution	4K2K@50/60Hz 4:4:4 (max)
Color Space	RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2
Color Depth	10-bit, 12-bit
HDMI Audio Formats	LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD
VGA Video Resolution	1080P@50/60Hz 4:4:4 (max)
ESD Protection	Human body model—±8kV (Air-gap discharge) &±4kV (Contact discharge)
Connections
Transmitter	Inputs: 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]1x VGA [15-pin female]1x USB [USB-B]1x IR IN [Phoenix jack]1x RS-232 [Phoenix jack]1xAUDIO N [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]Outputs:1x HDBaseT Out [RJ45]1x IR OUT [Phoenix jack]
Mechanical
Housing	Plastic Enclosure
Color	White
Dimensions	91 8mm [W] x 104.8mm [D] x 43mm [H]
Weight	212.5g
Power Supply	Input: AC100 - 240V 50/60HzOutput: DC 24V/1A (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certified)
Power Consumption	6W (Max)
Operating Temperature	32 - 104°F / 0 - 40°C
Storage Temperature	-4 - 140°F / -20 - 60°C
Relative Humidity	20 - 90% RH (no condensation)

5. Operation Controls and Functions

5.1 Front panel

Number	Name	Function description
1	ACTIVE	Signal status indicator. The LED will illuminate green when the HDMI port or the VGA port have signal source input.
2	HDMI LED	The HDMI input signal indicator. The LED will illuminate green when the SOURCE button have selected input signal from the HDMI port.
3	HDMI N	Connect to HDMI source devices such as Blu-ray or PS4 player.
4	AUDIO IN	The VGA audio input port.
5	VGA LED	The VGA input signal indicator. The LED will illuminate green when the SOURCE button have selected input signal from the VGA port.
6	VGA N	The VGA input port.
7	SOURCE	Manual switching button.
8	USB	USB host port.
9	R IN	Receiving the remote control signal and sending it to receiver side
10	R OUT	Sending the remote control signal from receiver side.

5.2 Rear panel

Number	Name	Function description
1	RS-232	Use the phoenix jack for connect PC or control system to transmit RS-232 commands.
2	DC 24V	Use the phoenix jack for connect power supply.

5.3 Side panel

Number	Name	Function description
1	HDBaseT OUT	HDBaseT output port. Connect HDBaseT receiver with a UTP cable.
2	Micro-USB	For firmware update.

5.4 Dimension of Panel

Figure 1 Front panel

Figure 2 Rear panel

Figure 3 Side panel

POC (Power over Cable) Application Example

graph LR
    A["HDVI Cable"] --> B["DC 24V 1A"]
    B --> C["TV"]
    D["HDVI Cable"] --> E["DC 24V 1A"]
    E --> F["TV"]
    G["HDVI Cable"] --> H["DC 24V 1A"]
    H --> I["TV"]
    J["HDVI Cable"] --> K["DC 24V 1A"]
    K --> L["TV"]
    M["HDVI Cable"] --> N["DC 24V 1A"]
    N --> O["TV"]

Bidirectional Infrared control Application Example

graph LR
    A["Monitor"] -->|TX 1| B["DVD"]
    B -->|HDMI Cable TX| C["TV Remote"]
    C --> D["UTP Cable"]
    D --> E["RX"]
    E --> F["HDMI Cable TX 2"]
    F --> G["TV"]
    C --> H["DV0 Remote"]
    H --> I["Rx1"]
    I --> E

Bidirectional RS-232 control Application Example

graph LR
    A["PC"] -->|Rs232 Cable| B["RS-232 Equipped HDMI Matrix"]
    C["DVD"] -->|HDMI Cable| D["TX"]
    D --> E["UTP Cable"]
    E --> F["RX"]
    F --> G["HDMI Cable"]
    G --> H["TV"]

graph LR
    A[" DVD "] -->|HDMI Cable| B[" TX "]
    B -->|UTP Cable| C[" RX "]
    C -->|HDMI Cable| D[" PC "]
    E[" RS-232 Equipped HDMI Matrix "] --> B
    F[" TV "] --> D

6. Application Example

graph TD
    A["DVD or Blu-ray Player"] --> B["Transmitter"]
    B --> C["USB Keyboard"]
    B --> D["Projector"]
    B --> E["Device 1"]
    B --> F["Device 2"]
    B --> G["Device 3"]
    B --> H["Device 4"]
    B --> I["Device 5"]
    B --> J["Device 6"]
    B --> K["Device 7"]
    B --> L["Device 8"]
    B --> M["Device 9"]
    B --> N["Device 10"]
    B --> O["Device 11"]
    B --> P["Device 12"]
    B --> Q["Device 13"]
    B --> R["Device 14"]
    B --> S["Device 15"]
    B --> T["Device 16"]
    B --> U["Device 17"]
    B --> V["Device 18"]
    B --> W["Device 19"]
    B --> X["Device 20"]
    B --> Y["Device 21"]
    B --> Z["Device 22"]
    B --> AA["Device 23"]
    B --> AB["Device 24"]
    B --> AC["Device 25"]
    B --> AD["Device 26"]
    B --> AE["Device 27"]
    B --> AF["Device 28"]
    B --> AG["Device 29"]
    B --> AH["Device 30"]
    B --> AI["Device 31"]
    B --> AJ["Device 32"]
    B --> AK["Device 33"]
    B --> AL["Device 34"]
    B --> AM["Device 35"]
    B --> AN["Device 36"]
    B --> AO["Device 37"]
    B --> AP["Device 38"]
    B --> AQ["Device 39"]
    B --> AR["Device 40"]
    B --> AS["Device 41"]
    B --> AT["Device 42"]
    B --> AU["Device 43"]
    B --> AV["Device 44"]
    B --> AW["Device 45"]
    B --> AX["Device 46"]
    B --> AY["Device 47"]
    B --> AZ["Device 48"]
    B --> BA["Device 49"]
    B --> BB["Device 50"]
    B --> BC["Device 51"]
    B --> BD["Device 52"]
    B --> BE["Device 53"]
    B --> BF["Device 54"]
    B --> BG["Device 55"]
    B --> BH["Device 56"]
    B --> BI["Device 57"]
    B --> BJ["Device 58"]
    B --> BK["Device 59"]
    B --> BL["Device 60"]
    B --> BM["Device 61"]
    B --> BN["Device 62"]
    B --> BO["Device 63"]
    B --> BP["Device 64"]
    B --> BQ["Device 65"]
    B --> BR["Device 66"]
    B --> BS["Device 67"]
    B --> BT["Device 68"]
    B --> BU["Device 69"]
    B --> BV["Device 70"]
    B --> BW["Device 71"]
    B --> BX["Device 72"]
    B --> BY["Device 73"]
    B --> BZ["Device 74"]
    B --> CA["Device 75"]
    B --> CB["Device 76"]
    B --> CC["Device 77"]
    B --> CD["Device 78"]
    B --> CE["Device 79"]
    B --> CF["Device 80"]