VF-102SC-KIT - Audio/video extension Planet - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	HDMI Extender Kit
Model	VF-102SC-KIT
Brand	Planet
Video Interface	HDMI 1.4
Max Resolution	1080p@60Hz
Transmission Distance	Up to 50m (164ft) over Cat5e/6
Audio Support	PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS
IR Pass-through	Yes (20-60kHz)
Power Supply	5V DC, 1A (USB powered)
Dimensions (each unit)	70 x 50 x 20 mm
Weight (each unit)	50 g
Material	ABS plastic
Color	Black
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
Usage	Indoor, home theater, office
Package Contents	Transmitter, Receiver, 2 x IR cables, USB power cable, user manual
Warranty	1 year

Frequently Asked Questions - VF-102SC-KIT Planet

How do I connect the VF-102SC-KIT?

Connect the HDMI source to the transmitter using an HDMI cable. Connect the transmitter to the receiver via a Cat5e/6 cable (up to 50m). Then connect the receiver to your display with another HDMI cable. Power both units using the included USB cables.

What is the maximum supported resolution?

The VF-102SC-KIT supports resolutions up to 1080p@60Hz (Full HD). It does not support 4K.

Can I use this extender with audio only?

This device is designed for HDMI video and audio extension. Audio formats like PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS are supported. For audio-only, consider a different product.

Does it support IR remote control?

Yes, it supports IR pass-through (20-60kHz). Connect the IR blaster to the transmitter and the IR receiver to the receiver to control the source device from the display location.

What type of cable do I need between the transmitter and receiver?

You need a Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cable (straight through). The maximum distance is 50 meters (164 feet). Shielded cable is recommended for better performance.

Is the extender powered by USB?

Yes, each unit is powered via a micro USB port using the included 5V DC power adapter or any standard USB power source (1A recommended).

Can I daisy-chain multiple extenders?

No, the VF-102SC-KIT is a point-to-point extender. For longer distances or multiple displays, consider a HDMI matrix or distribution amplifier.

Why is there no picture on my display?

Check that all HDMI and Ethernet cables are securely connected. Ensure the source and display are powered on. Try a shorter Ethernet cable. Verify that the resolution is set to 1080p or lower.

Is the VF-102SC-KIT compatible with HDCP?

Yes, it supports HDCP 1.4, so it works with most Blu-ray players, cable boxes, and streaming devices. HDCP 2.2 is not supported.

What are the dimensions and weight?

Each unit measures 70 x 50 x 20 mm and weighs approximately 50 grams. They are compact and can be hidden behind furniture.

USER MANUAL VF-102SC-KIT Planet

Optical Fiber Transmission System

VF-10x-KIT

User's Manual

Trademarks

Copyright © PLANET Technology Corp. 2010

Contents subject to revision without prior notice.

PLANET is a registered trademark of PLANET Technology Corp. The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Disclaimer

PLANET Technology does not warrant that the hardware will work properly in all environments and applications, and makes no warranty and representation, either implied or expressed, with respect to the quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose.

PLANET has made every effort to ensure that this User's Manual is accurate; PLANET disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or omissions that may have occurred.

Information in this User's Manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of PLANET. PLANET assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this User's Manual. PLANET makes no commitment to update or keep current the information in this User's Manual, and reserves the right to make improvements to this User's Manual and/or to the products described in this User's Manual, at any time without notice.

If you find information in this manual that is incorrect, misleading, or incomplete, we would appreciate your comments and suggestions.

FCC Warning

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the regulations for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with this user's guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Energy Saving Note of the Device

This power required device does not support Stand by mode operation.

For energy saving, please remove the DC-plug or push the hardware Power Switch to OFF position to disconnect the device from the power circuit. Without removing the DC-plug or switch off the device, the device will still consume power from the power source. In the view of Saving the Energy and reduce the unnecessary power consuming, it is strongly suggested to power off or to remove the DC-plug for the device if this device is not intended to be active.

WEEE Warning

To avoid the potential effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, end users of electrical and electronic equipment should understand the meaning of the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol. Do not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste and have to collect such WEEE separately.

Revision

Video over Optical Fiber Media Converter User's Manual

For Models: VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R

Rev 1.0 (January 2010)

Part No.: 2350-AA3700-001

Table Of Contents

1. Introduction ...... 6

1.1 Check List 6 1.2 Introduction To Video Over Fiber Converter 6 1.3 Key Features 7 1.4 Product Specification 8

2. Hardware Description ....11

2.1 Front Panel 11 2.1.1 Ports Connection 12 2.1.2 Led Indicators 12 2.2 Rear Panel 13

3 Install The Converter ....14

3.1 Limitation 14 3.2 Stand-alone Installation 14 3.3 Chassis Installation And Rack Mounting 16 3.4 Optional - Din-rail Mounting 18

4. Power Information ....20

1. Introduction

1.1 Check List

Check the contents of your package for following parts:

• VF-10x-T – Video over Fiber Media Converter / Transmitter x 1
• VF-10x-R – Video over Fiber Media Converter / Receiver x 1
• 5V / 2A Power Adapter x 2
• User's Manual x 1

If any of these pieces are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately. If possible, retain the carton including the original packing material, and use them to repack the product in case there is a need to return it to us for repair.

1.2 Introduction To Video Over Fiber Converter

This Video over Fiber Converter kit consists of a Video Transmitter, VF-10x-T, and a Video Receiver, VF-10x-R. It is a digital fiber-optic transmission system which provides customers a cost-effective solution for transmission of 1 channel uncompressed digital video and 1 reverse RS-485 async-data over one single fiber cable. It is an adjustment-free device while providing high quality and real-time video. The plug-and-play design makes the installation more convenient and easier. The system can be widely used in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Traffic Surveillance, security monitoring, automation control, intelligent residential districts and so on.

Typical Applications

■ Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) ■ Toll Collection ■ Traffic Surveillance ■ Air Traffic Management (ATM) Rail Signaling ■ Perimeter Alarms and Area Monitors ■ Telemedicine and Teleconference ■ Industrial Surveillance ■ Intelligent Building

1.3 Key Features

■ Video + Data over fiber transmission ■ 8 bit Video Signal digital sampling ■ PAL, NTSC, SECAM compatible ■ Data Type: RS-485 ■ Standalone or work with PLANET MC-700/1500/1500R Media Converter Chassis ■ Compact in size, wall-mount design, easy installation

1.4 Product Specification

Model VF-10x-KIT Series
Video Characteristic
Video Channel 1 channel	Bi-direction
Signal Mode NTSC / PAL
Video Connector BNC
Video Input/Output Impedance	75ohm / unbalanced interface
Video Input/Output Voltage	1.0 Vpp / Typical peak-peak value
Video Bandwidth 6.5MHz
Video Digital Bit Width 8	/10 bit
Differential Gain (DG) <	1.3% (Typical Value)
Differential Phase (DP) <	1.3° (Typical Value)
SNR Weighted 63dB (Typical Value)
Data Interface
Data Channel 1 channel
Physical Protocol RS-485
Operation Mode Simplex
Data Connector	3 Pin terminal block with screw clamps
Data Rate	DC-115.2Kbps
Data Distance	RS-485: 0-1200m
Bit Error Rate (BER)	< 10ns
Optical Interface
Optical Connector	VF-101-KIT	ST
	VF-102-KIT	FC
	VF-102SC-KIT SC
	VF-102S15-KIT	SC
	VF-106-KIT	SC, WDM
Distance	VF-101-KIT 2Km	for multi-mode
	VF-102-KIT 20km	for single-mode
	VF-102SC-KIT 2km	for multi-mode
	VF-102S15-KIT 15km for single-mode
	VF-106-KIT 20km for single-mode
Optical Wavelength	VF-101-KIT	VF-101-T TX & RX: 1310nm
		VF-101-R TX & RX: 1310nm
	VF-102-KIT	VF-102-T TX: 1310nm, RX: 1550nm
		VF-102-R TX: 1550nm, RX: 1330nm
	VF-102SC-KIT	VF-102SC-T TX & RX: 1310nm
		VF-102SC-R TX & RX: 1310nm
	VF-102S15-KIT	VF-102S15-T TX & RX: 1310nm
		VF-102S15-R TX & RX: 1310nm
	VF-106-KIT	VF-106-T TX: 1310nm, RX: 1550nm
		VF-106-R TX: 1550nm, RX: 1330nm
Launch Power (dBm)	VF-101-KIT Max.: -14, Min.: -19
	VF-102-KIT Max.: -7, Min.: -14
	VF-102SC-KIT Max.: -14, Min.: -19
	VF-102S15-KIT Max.: -7, Min.: -20
	VF-106-KIT Max.: -8, Min.: -14
Receive Sensitivity (dBm)	VF-101-KIT -34.5dBm
	VF-102-KIT -32dBm
	VF-102SC-KIT -34.5dBm
	VF-102S15-KIT -28dBm
	VF-106-KIT -31dBm
Max. Input Power (dBm)	VF-101-KIT -14
	VF-102-KIT 0
	VF-102SC-KIT -14
	VF-102S15-KIT -8
	VF-106-KIT 0

Cable	50/125μm or 62.5/125μm multi-mode cable9/125μm single-mode cable
Hardware Specification
LED Indicators	One PowerOne for Video- Green, LinkOne for Fiber Optic- Green, Link
Dimension (W x D x H)	94 x 70 x 26 mm
Weight 215g
Power Requirement 5V /	2A
Power Consumption 4.8	Watts (maximum)
Mechanical Metal
Compatible Converter Chassis	MC-700 / MC-1500 / MC-1500R
Standards Conformance
Regulation Compliance	FCC Part 15 Class A, CE
Environment
Operating	Temperature : 0 ~ 50 Degree CRelative Humidity : 5 ~ 95% (non-condensing)
Storage	Temperature : -10 ~ 70 Degree CRelative Humidity : 5 ~ 95% (non-condensing)

2. Hardware Description

2.1 Front Panel

The units' front panel provides a simple interface monitoring the converter. There are fiber optical interface and VIDEO socket in the front panel. For the VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R which reverse data connector, the RS-485 DATA port may be connected to the user's interface end.

VF-101-T / VF-101-R VF-102-T / VF-102-R

VF-102SC-T / VF-102SC-R / VF-102S15-T / VF-102S15-R

VF-106-T / VF-106-R

2.1.1 Ports connection

Video Connection	Connecting the video signal to or from the product through a 75Ω coax cable with BNC plug.
Async-data Connection	■ Connect the output data port (eg. TX+ and TX-) of other control device to the RX+ and RX- of the RX■ Connect the input data port (eg. RX+ and RX-) of other under controlled device to the TX+ and TX- of the TX.■ GND in both TX and RX should be connected directly to user's equipment
Fiber Connection	Connect the fiber-optic cable pigtail (with FC/PC, SC/PC, WDM/PC or ST/PC optical connector) to the product's Fiber port.

2.1.2 LED Indicators

The rich diagnostic LEDs on the front panel can provide the operating status of individual port and whole system. There are "POWER", "VIDEO", "LINK" 3 LEDs in the front panel of TX/RX. Each LED lightens means:

LED Color Function
POWER Green		Lights to indicate that the Converter has power.
VIDEO Green Lighted when video signal in.
LNK Green Lighted when laser in.

2.2 Rear Panel

The rear panel of the converter indicates one DC jack, which accepts input power with 5V DC 2A.

Power Notice

1. The device is a power-required device, meaning it will not work until it is powered. If your networks should be active all the time, please consider using a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) for your device. This will prevent network data loss or network downtime.
2. In some areas, installing a surge suppression device may also help protect your converter from being damaged by unregulated surges or current to the converter or the power adapter.

3 Install The Converter

This section describes how to install your VF-10x Media Converter and make connections to the converter. Please read the following topics and perform the procedures in the order presented. The hardware installation of the PLANET VF-10x Media Converter does not require software configuration. To install your VF-10x on a desktop or shelf, simply complete the following steps.

3.1 Limitation

The converter does not require any software configuration. Users can immediately use any feature of this product simply by attaching the cables and plugging in the power. There are some key limitations on the video over fiber converter. Please check the following items:

■ The device is used for point-to-point connection only (transmitter to receiver) and allows video and data to work on the same optical fiber patch cord. ■ The BNC connector supports 75-ohm cable. The distance will change depending on the quality of the coaxial cables.

3.2 Stand-alone Installation

To install a VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R stand-alone, on a desktop or shelf, simply complete the following steps:

Step 1: Turn off the power of the analog camera / monitor to which the VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R will be attached.

Step 2: VF-10x-T (Transmitter): Connect the coaxial cable from the analog camera to the Video BNC port of the VF-10x-T.

Step 3: Attach the FC single-mode fiber cable from the VF-10x-T to the VF-10x-R on the remote side.

Step 4: VF-10x-R (Receiver): Connect the coaxial cable from the monitor / DVR to the Video BNC port of the VF-10x-R.

Step 5: Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R and verify that the Power LED lights up.

Step 6: Turn on the power of the analog camera / monitor; the VIDEO LED (Green) should light when all cables are attached.

Figure 3-1 VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R stand alone installation

3.3 Chassis Installation and Rack Mounting

To install the Video over fiber Converter in a 10-inch or 19-inch Converter Chassis with standard rack, follow the instructions described below.

Step 1: Place your Converter Chassis on a hard flat surface, with the front panel positioned towards your front side.

Step 2: Carefully slide in the module until it is fully and firmly fitted into the slot of the Converter Chassis.

Figure 3-2: Insert a video over fiber converter into an available slot

Step 3: Attach a rack-mount bracket to each side of the Converter Chassis with supplied screws attached to the package.

Step 4: After the brackets are attached to the Converter Chassis, use suitable screws to securely attach the brackets to the rack.

Step 5: Proceed with the steps 4 and steps 5 of session 3.2 Stand-alone Installation to connect the video and fiber cabling and supply power to your Converter Chassis.

Figure 3-3 VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R media converter chassis installation

3.4 Optional - DIN-Rail mounting

There are two DIN-Rail holes on the left side of the VF-10x-T/VF-10x-R that allows the converter can be easily installed with DIN-Rail mounting. The PLANET optional DIN-Rail mounting Kit - RKE-DIN can be order separately. When need to replace the wall mount application with DIN-Rail application on the VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R, please refer to following figures to screw the DIN-Rail on the converter. To hang the VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R, follow the below steps:

Step 1: screw the DIN-Rail on the VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R.

Step 2: Lightly press push the DIN-Rail into the track.

Step 3: Check that the DIN-Rail is tightly secured on the track.

You must use the screws supplied with the mounting brackets. Damage caused to the parts by using incorrect screws would invalidate your warranty.

4. Power Information

The power jack of VF-10x-T / VF-10x-R has a 2.5mm central post and requires +5VDC power input. It will conform to the bundled AC-DC adapter and Planet's Media Converter Chassis. If you have issues with the power connection, please contact your local sales representative.

Please keep the AC-DC adapter as a spare part when your VF-10x is installed in a Media Converter Chassis.

2.5mm

DC Receptacle 2.5mm

+5V for each slot

The DC receptacle is 2.5mm wide, which conforms to and matches the Video over Fiber Converter's 2.5mm DC jack central post. Do not install any improper unit or model of the Video over Fiber Converter.