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USER MANUAL GTB-UHD-HBT Gefen

w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POH

GTB-UHD-HBT

User Manual

G GEFEN® TOOLBOX® 4K Ultra HD HDBase™ Extender R w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL 24V DC Power Link HDMI Out RS-232 G GEFEN® TOOLBOX® 4K Ultra HD HDBase™ Extender S w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL 24V DC Power Link HDMI In RS-232

Release A0.6

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this product near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8. Do not install or place this product near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. To reduce the risk of electric shock and/or damage to this product, never handle or touch this unit or power cord if your hands are wet or damp. Do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. Batteries that may be included with this product and/or accessories should never be exposed to open flame or excessive heat. Always dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Gefen/Core Brands, LLC warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen LLC is notified within the specified warranty period* from the documented** date of purchase, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed. Warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the original end-purchaser, as indicated on the proof of purchase document**. This Limited Warranty extends to the original end-user purchaser of the product, and is not transferrable to any subsequent purchaser(s) or owner(s). Customers outside the continental United States of America are responsible for shipping charges to and from Gefen.

* Warranty period:

Passive Copper Cables without any electronic circuitry: 30 days. Cables must be in their original condition.

Electronics:

• 2 years unless specified otherwise.

- 3 years if specifically noted as such on Gefen web-page of a product. Documented** purchases made on or after March 29, 2017 only.

** Proof of purchase must be a written document, as deemed acceptable by Gefen/Core Brands, LLC.

Technical Support

[phone] [phone]

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacific Time

Email

[e-mail]

Web

http://www.gefen.com

Mailing Address

Gefen

Core Brands, LLC

c/o Customer Service

1800 S McDowell Blvd

Petaluma, CA 94954 USA

Product Registration

Register your product here: http://www.gefen.com/kvm/Registry/Registration.jsp

• Gefen recommends using CAT-5e (or better) cables.
• Resolution will affect extension distance. 1080p Full HD can be extended up to 495 feet (150 meters) and is limited to 8-bit color depth. 4K resolutions can be extended up to 330 feet (100 meters). See HDBT (HDBaseT™) Mode (page 17) for details.
• Power Over Line (POL) is a Gefen proprietary technology that provides power over a single CAT-5e (or better) cable. A power supply (1 pc included) can be connected to either the Sender or Receiver unit.
• This product passes through the display's EDID to the source. If the display is capable of accepting Deep Color, the source must be manually configured to output 8-bit color. This is only applicable when using 4K x 2K resolutions and "long-run" modes. See HDBT (HDBaseT™) Mode (page 17) for more information.
• This product supports sources up to 4K 300 MHz (60 Hz 4:2:0 or 30 Hz 4:4:4). It is not compatible with sources that are capable of HDR or 4K 600 MHz (60 Hz 4:4:4).
• For Standard Range operation for up to 100m/330ft maximum distance, please make sure that the DIP Switch # 3 on the bottom of the Sender unit is in “OFF” position. To enable the Extended Range (up to 150m/495ft) mode, flip the DIP switch to “ON”. Please see DIP Switch Configuration (page 14) for information on all DIP switches.
• The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual. In no event will Gefen be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
• The technical information contained herein regarding the features and specifications is subject to change without notice.
• For the latest warranty coverage information, refer to the Warranty and Return Policy under the Support section of the Gefen Web site at www.gefen.com.

© 2017 Gefen, LLC. All Rights Reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice.

Features

• Extends 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz, 4:2:0 or @ 30Hz, 4:4:4), RS-232, and Bi-Directional R over a single CAT-5e cable up to 330 feet/100 meters (8-bit color)
- Extends 4K Cinema (DCI) (4096 x 2160 @ 24 or 30Hz 4:4:4), RS-232, and Bi-Directional IR over a single CAT-5e cable up to 330 feet/100 meters (8-bit color)
- Extends HDMI at 1080p Full HD, RS-232, and Bi-Directional IR over a single CAT-5e cable up to 330 feet/100 meters (up to 12-bit Deep Color)
- Extends HDMI at 1080p Full HD, RS-232, and Bi-Directional IR over a single CAT-5e cable up to 495 feet/150 meters (8-bit color)
• HDMI Features Supported:

▶ HDMI 2.0
▶ HDCP 2.2 and 1.4
▶ 12-bit Deep Color
LPCM 7.1 audio, Dolby® TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio™ pass-through
▶ 3DTV pass-through
▶ CEC pass-through
▶ Lip Sync pass-through

• RS-232 Extension
  • IR extension from Sender to Receiver and from Receiver to Sender
• Gefen Bi-Directional POL feature provides power to the Sender or the Receiver unit over the link cable - only one side needs external power
• Uses Gefen's implementation of HDBaseT™ technology
  • Advanced EDID Management
• Firmware upgradable via RS-232
• Locking power connector
• Surface mountable

HDMI ^ 2.0

1080P PROGRESSIVE

4K ULTRA 60Hz, 4:2:0

HDCP2.2

4K CINEMA DCI, 4096 x 2160, 30Hz

Packing List

The following items are shipped with the 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL. If any of these items are not present in the box when you first open it, immediately contact your dealer or Gefen.

• 1 x 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT™ Extender w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL - Sender unit (GTB-UHD-HBT-S)
• 1 x 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT™ Extender w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL - Receiver unit (GTB-UHD-HBT-R)
• 1 x 6 ft. locking HDMI cable, M-M (CAB-HD-LCK-06MM)
• 1 x IR extender (EXT-RMT-EXTIRN)
• 1 x IR emitter (EXT-IREMIT)
• 1 x Adapter: 3-pin Phoenix-to-DB-9, M-F (ADA-PH-2-DB9-MF-AA or DA-PH-2-DB9-MF-AB)
• 1 x Adapter: 3-pin Phoenix-to-DB-9, M-M (ADA-PH-2-DB9-MM-AA or ADA-PH-2-DB9-MM-AB)
• 1 x 24V DC locking power supply (EXT-PS24U1AIP-6)
  • 1 x Quick-Start Guide (QSG-GTB-UHD-HBT)

1 Getting Started

Introduction....2

Sender Unit 2

Receiver Unit....4

Installation....6

Connection Instructions....6

Sample Wiring Diagram 7

2 Basic Operation

LED Status 10

Bidirectional IR Control....11

Controlling the Source from the Viewing Location 11

Controlling the Display from the Source Location 12

Controlling the Source / Display from Different Locations.... 13

DIP Switch Configuration 14

EDID Management.... 15

HPD Mode....16

HDBT (HDBaseT™) Mode 17

RS-232 Mode 17

3 Advanced Operation

RS-232 Setup.... 20

Connecting RS-232 Devices 20

Commands....21

4 Appendix

Updating the Firmware 28

Single Update Procedure 28

Individual Update Procedure....30

Surface Mounting Instructions.... 32

Network Cable Diagram 33

Specifications 34

Index....35

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4K ULTRA

HD

60Hz, 4:2:0

HDBaseT™ Extender

w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POH

1 Getting Started

Sender Unit

1 2 3 GTB-UHD-HBT-S Link IR In/Ext IR Out

G GEFEN®

G GEFEN® TOOLBOX 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT™ Extender S w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL

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24V DC

ID Name Description
1 Link Connect a CAT-5e cable (or better), up to 495 feet (150 meters), from this port to the Link port on the Receiver unit.
2 IR In/Ext		3.5mm mini-stereo jack. Connect an IR Extender EXT-RMT-EXTIRN (1 pc included) to this port. Alternatively, connect a 3.5mm mini-stereo connector from this port to the output of an automation system with an electrical IR output.See Bidirectional IR Control (page 11) for more information on using IR.
3 IR Out Connect an EXT-IREMIT IR Emitter (1 pc included) from this port to the IR sensor of the device to be controlled.See Bidirectional IR Control (page 11) for more information on using IR.
4 24V DC		This power receptacle can be used to connect the included 24V DC power supply (1 pc included). Only one power supply is required for the extender system to operate. The power supply can be connected to either the Sender or Receiver unit.
5 Power Link This LED indicator displays the current state of the Sender unit. See LED Status (page 10) for more information.
6 HDMI In Use the included HDMI cable to connect an Ultra HD source to this HDMI port.
7 RS-232 Connect the included RS-232 adapter cable from this port to the automation device.

Receiver Unit

1 2 3 GTB-UHD-HBT-R Link IR In/Ext IR Out

G GEFEN® TOOLBOX 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT™ Extender R w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL

674 24V DC Power Link HDMI Out RS-232

ID Name Description
1 Link Connect a CAT-5e cable (or better), up to 495 feet (150 meters), from this port to the Link port on the Sender unit.
2 IR In/Ext 3.5mm mini-stereo jack. Connect an EXT-RMT-EXTIRN IR Extender (1 pc included) to this port. Alternatively, connect a 3.5mm mini-stereo connector from this port to the output of an automation system with an electrical IR output.See Bidirectional IR Control (page 11) for more information on using IR.
3 IR Out		Connect an IR emitter EXT-IREMIT (1 pc included) from this port to the IR sensor of the device to be controlled.See Bidirectional IR Control (page 11) for more information on using IR.
4 24V DC		This power receptacle can be used to connect the included 24V DC power supply (1 pc included). Only one power supply is required for the extender system to operate. The power supply can be connected to either the Sender or Receiver unit.
5 Power Link This LED indicator displays the current state of the Receiver unit. See LED Status (page 10) for more information.
6 HDMI Out Connect an HDMI cable from this port to an Ultra HD display.
7 RS-232 Connect the included RS-232 adapter cable from this port to the device to be controlled.

Connection Instructions

Video

1. Connect the included HDMI cable between the Ultra Hi-Def source and the HDMI Import on the Sender unit.
2. Connect an Ultra HD display to the HDMI Out port on the Receiver unit using another HDMI cable.

▶ CAT-5

1. Connect a CAT-5e (or better) cable, up to 495 feet (150 meters) from the Link port on the Sender unit and the Link port on the Receiver unit.

Information

Resolution will affect extension distance. 1080p Full HD can be extended up to 495 feet (150 meters) and is limited to 8-bit color depth. 4K resolutions can be extended up to 330 feet (100 meters). Refer to HDBT (HDBaseT™) Mode (page 17) for details.

IR

1. Refer to Bidirectional IR Control (page 11) for details on connecting IR devices.

RS-232

1. Connect the included 3-pin Phoenix-to-DB-9 (female) cable between the RS-232 controller and the Sender unit.

2. Connect the included 3-pin Phoenix-to-DB-9 (male) cable between the RS-232 device and the Receiver unit.

▶ Power

1. Connect the included 24V DC power supply (1 pc included) to the power receptacle on either the Sender or Receiver unit.

2. Connect the opposite end of the power supply to an available electrical outlet.

Sample Wiring Diagram

graph TD
    A["Automation Control Device"] -->|OR| B["IR Extender (EXT-RMT-EXTRN)"]
    B --> C["Sender Unit"]
    C --> D["Ultra HD Source"]
    D --> E["Receiver Unit"]
    E --> F["RS-232 Controlled Device"]
    F --> G["Ultra HD Display"]
    G --> H["IR Emitter"]
    H --> I["IR Extender (EXT-RMT-EXTRN)"]
    I --> J["Satellite"]
    J --> K["Satellite"]
    K --> L["Satellite"]
    L --> M["Satellite"]
    M --> N["Satellite"]
    N --> O["Satellite"]
    O --> P["Satellite"]
    P --> Q["Satellite"]
    Q --> R["Satellite"]
    R --> S["Satellite"]
    S --> T["Satellite"]
    T --> U["Satellite"]
    U --> V["Satellite"]
    V --> W["Satellite"]
    W --> X["Satellite"]
    X --> Y["Satellite"]
    Y --> Z["Satellite"]
    Z --> AA["Satellite"]
    AA --> AB["Satellite"]
    AB --> AC["Satellite"]
    AC --> AD["Satellite"]
    AD --> AE["Satellite"]
    AE --> AF["Satellite"]
    AF --> AG["Satellite"]
    AG --> AH["Satellite"]
    AH --> AI["Satellite"]
    AI --> AJ["Satellite"]
    AJ --> AK["Satellite"]
    AK --> AL["Satellite"]
    AL --> AM["Satellite"]
    AM --> AN["Satellite"]
    AN --> AO["Satellite"]
    AO --> AP["Satellite"]
    AP --> AQ["Satellite"]
    AQ --> AR["Satellite"]
    AR --> AS["Satellite"]
    AS --> AT["Satellite"]
    AT --> AU["Satellite"]
    AU --> AV["Satellite"]
    AV --> AW["Satellite"]
    AW --> AX["Satellite"]
    AX --> AY["Satellite"]
    AY --> AZ["Satellite"]
    AZ --> BA["Satellite"]
    BA --> BB["Satellite"]
    BB --> BC["Satellite"]
    BC --> BD["Satellite"]
    BD --> BE["Satellite"]
    BE --> BF["Satellite"]
    BF --> BG["Satellite"]
    BG --> BH["Satellite"]
    BH --> BI["Satellite"]
    BI --> BJ["Satellite"]
    BJ --> BK["Satellite"]
    BK --> BL["Satellite"]
    BL --> BM["Satellite"]
    BM --> BN["Satellite"]
    BN --> BO["Satellite"]
    BO --> BP["Satellite"]
    BP --> BQ["Satellite"]
    BQ --> BR["Satellite"]
    BR --> BS["Satellite"]
    BS --> BT["Satellite"]
    BT --> BU["Satellite"]
    BU --> BV["Satellite"]
    BV --> BW["Satellite"]
    BW --> BX["Satellite"]
    BX --> BY["Satellite"]
    BY --> BZ["Satellite"]

Information

The wiring diagram, shown above, requires an additional IR emitter (Gefen part no. EXT-IREMIT) and IR extender (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN).

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4K ULTRA

HD

60Hz, 4:2:0

HDBaseT™ Extender

w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POH

2 Basic Operation

The Power Link LED indicator on the Sender and Receiver unit provides basic information on the current status of the 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL.

The information, in the table below, applies to both the Sender and Receiver unit.

Status Description
Solid blue • The Sender / Receiver unit is powered.
	• Link integrity between Sender and Receiver unit is good.
Solid green • Link integrity is compromised.
	• Check the cable between the Link port on the Sender and Receiver unit.
Flashes blue / green	• Source device is not connected to the Sender unit.• Display (sink) device not connected to the Receiver unit.

Controlling the Source from the Viewing Location

1. Connect an EXT-RMT-EXTIRN IR Extender (1 pc included) to the IR In/Ext port on the Receiver unit. If using an automation system, connect the 3.5mm mini-stereo connector from the IR In/Ext port on the Receiver unit to the automation system. IR signals are transmitted over the Link cable.

2. Connect an EXT-IREMIT IR Emitter (1 pc included) from the IR Out port, on the Sender unit, to the IR sensor window on the source device.

graph TD
    A["Ultra HD source"] -->|to HDMI In port| B["Sender unit"]
    A -->|to HDMI In port| C["Receiver unit"]
    B --> D["Link"]
    B --> E["IR In/Ext"]
    B --> F["IR Out"]
    C --> G["Link"]
    C --> H["IR In/Ext"]
    C --> I["IR Out"]
    J["or"] --> K["from Automation System"]
    L["IR extender"] --> M["to Ultra HD display"]
    N["IR signals"] --> O["arrow to Ultra HD display"]

Controlling the Display from the Source Location

1. Connect an EXT-RMT-EXTIRN IR Extender (1 pc included) to the IR In/Ext port on the Sender unit. If using an automation system, connect the 3.5mm mini-stereo connector from the IR In/Ext port on the Receiver unit to the automation system. IR signals are transmitted over the Link cable.

2. Connect an EXT-IREMIT IR Emitter (1 pc included) from the IR Out port on the Receiver unit to the IR sensor on the display.

graph TD
    A["IR extender"] --> B["or"]
    B --> C["from Automation System"]
    D["to HDMI In port"] --> E["from Ultra HD source"]
    E --> F["Sender unit"]
    F --> G["Link"]
    G --> H["or"]
    H --> I["or"]
    I --> J["Line"]
    J --> K["Line"]
    K --> L["or"]
    L --> M["Line"]
    M --> N["Line"]
    N --> O["Line"]
    O --> P["Line"]
    P --> Q["Line"]
    Q --> R["Line"]
    R --> S["Line"]
    S --> T["Line"]
    T --> U["Line"]
    U --> V["Line"]
    V --> W["Line"]
    W --> X["Line"]
    X --> Y["Line"]
    Y --> Z["Line"]
    Z --> AA["Line"]
    AA --> AB["Line"]
    AB --> AC["Line"]
    AC --> AD["Line"]
    AD --> AE["Line"]
    AE --> AF["Line"]
    AF --> AG["Line"]
    AG --> AH["Line"]
    AH --> AI["Line"]
    AI --> AJ["Line"]
    AJ --> AK["Line"]
    AK --> AL["Line"]
    AL --> AM["Line"]
    AM --> AN["Line"]
    AN --> AO["Line"]
    AO --> AP["Line"]
    AP --> AQ["Line"]
    AQ --> AR["Line"]
    AR --> AS["Line"]
    AS --> AT["Line"]
    AT --> AU["Line"]
    AU --> AV["Line"]
    AV --> AW["Line"]
    AW --> AX["Line"]
    AX --> AY["Line"]
    AY --> AZ["Line"]
    AZ --> BA["Line"]
    BA --> BB["Line"]
    BB --> BC["Line"]
    BC --> BD["Line"]
    BD --> BE["Line"]
    BE --> BF["Line"]
    BF --> BG["Line"]
    BG --> BH["Line"]
    BH --> BI["Line"]
    BI --> BJ["Line"]
    BJ --> BK["Line"]
    BK --> BL["Line"]
    BL --> BM["Line"]
    BM --> BN["Line"]
    BN --> BO["Line"]
    BO --> BP["Line"]
    BP --> BQ["Line"]
    BQ --> BR["Line"]
    BR --> BS["Line"]
    BS --> BT["Line"]
    BT --> BU["Line"]
    BU --> BV["Line"]
    BV --> BW["Line"]
    BW --> BX["Line"]
    BX --> BY["Line"]
    BY --> BZ["Line"]

Controlling the Source / Display from Different Locations

Information

Additional IR extenders (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN) and IR emitters (Gefen part no. EXT-IREMIT) will be required for this configuration.

Using bidirectional IR, the 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL allows the source and/or display to be controlled from the Sender or Receiver unit. Refer to the diagram, below, for connection details. The video (HDMI) cables have been removed for clarity. IR signals are transmitted over the Link cable.

graph TD
    A["IR extender"] --> B["or"]
    B --> C["from Automation System"]
    D["Link"] --> E["IR In/Ext"]
    D --> F["IR Out"]
    G["or"] --> H["from Automation System"]
    I["IR extender"] --> J["or"]
    J --> K["from Automation System"]
    L["IR emitter"] --> M["IR Signals from Receiver unit"]
    N["Link"] --> O["IR In/Ext"]
    N --> P["IR Out"]
    Q["or"] --> R["IR signals"]
    S["Link"] --> T["IR In/Ext"]
    S --> U["IR Out"]
    V["IR emitters"] --> W["IR Signals from Receiver unit"]
    X["Link"] --> Y["IR In/Ext"]
    X --> Z["IR Out"]

On the bottom of both the Sender and Receiver unit are a set of DIP switches. The Sender unit has a bank of four DIP switches. The Receiver unit has a bank of two DIP switches. See the following pages for DIP switch settings.

ON RSN 1 2 3 4 ON RSN 1 2 3 4 Sender unit

ON 1 2 ON 1 2 Receiver unit

Each of the following sections describe the DIP switch settings that control each feature. DIP switches that are not related to a specific feature have been grayed-out. Note that DIP switch settings can be used independently or in conjunction with other features, as desired.

Information

DIP switch 2, on the Receiver unit, is not used and is reserved for optional future expansion.

EDID Management

The 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL provides EDID management. The Sender unit can use the EDID from the sink device (downstream EDID) or modify the EDID, locally.

Description Sender unit Receiver unit

External EDID mode (default)

- Allows all video and audio features of the connected device to be passed to the source device.

ON SAB 1 2 3 4

ON 1 2

Internal EDID mode

- Copies the downstream EDID locally for use with HPD High Mode.

• See HPD Mode (page 16) for more information.

ON SAB 1 2 3 4

ON 1 2

HPD Mode

HPD (Hot-Plug Detect) is an HDMI feature that senses if the HDMI cable is disconnected from the source or sink device. Once this occurs, the HDMI link is re-initialized if necessary. The 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL allows you to control the way HPD is handled.

Description Sender unit Receiver unit

HPD High

• Both DIP switch 1 and 2 must be in the down (OFF) position when setting HPD high.
• HPD is always high, even when the display is hot-plugged (disconnected from then reconnected to the source device).

ON SAB 1 2 3 4

ON 1 2

HPD Pass-through

• DIP switch 2 must be in the up (ON) position when setting HPD pass-through.
• The position of DIP switch 1 is ignored and can be in the up (ON) or down (OFF) position.
• HPD will toggle, depending on the HPD status of the display (sink) or source device.

ON SAB 1 2 3 4

ON 1 2

HDBT (HDBaseT ^TM ) Mode

1080p Full HD can be extended up to 495 feet (150 meters) and is limited to 8-bit color depth. 4K resolutions can be extended up to 330 feet (100 meters) with deep color.

Description Sender unit Receiver unit

Normal mode (default)

- Allows all resolutions, up to 4K x 2K, to be extended up to 330 feet (100 meters).

ON SAB 1 2 3 4

ON 1 2

Long-reach mode

- Allows resolutions up to 1080p Full HD, at 8-bit, to be extended to a maximum distance of 495 feet (150 meters).

ON SAB 1 2 3 4

ON 1 2

RS-232 Mode

Toggles between RS-232 pass-through mode and service mode.

Description Sender unit Receiver unit

Pass-through mode (default)

- RS-232 data is passed between the Sender and Receiver unit.

ON SAB 1 2 3 4

ON 1 2

Service mode

• Used to upgrade the firmware. See Updating the Firmware (page 28) for details.

ON SAB 1 2 3 4

ON 1 2

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4K ULTRA

HD

60Hz, 4:2:0

HDBaseT™ Extender

w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POH

3 Advanced Operation

Connecting RS-232 Devices

The 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL supports RS-232 pass-through, allowing the control of RS-232 devices using an automation system. The RS-232 interface is also used to upgrade the firmware and provides a small set of RS-232 commands. See Updating the Firmware (page 28) for details.

1. Connect the included 3-pin Phoenix-to-DB-9 (M-F) adapter cable from the Sender unit to the automation device.
2. Connect the included 3-pin Phoenix-to-DB-9 (M-M) adapter cable from the Receiver unit to the device to be controlled.

The following diagram shows the pin-out of the RS-232 port on the Sender unit. Note that only TXD (Transmit Data), RXD (Receive Data), and GND (Signal Ground) pins are used.

24V DC Power Link HDMI In RS-232 GND TXD RXD

Important

When sending RS-232 commands, a CR (0x0D) must be included.

Command Description
#fw_upgrade	Used to upgrade the firmware
#hdcp	Enables / disables HDCP detection
#help	Displays a list of available RS-232 commands
#power_always	Enables / disables “power always” mode

#fw\_upgrade

Used to upgrade the firmware. See Updating the Firmware (page 28) for information on using this command.

Syntax

fw_upgrade param1

Parameters

None

Example

See Updating the Firmware (page 28) for information on using this command.

#hdcp

Enables / disables HDCP detection on the input. Some computers will enable HDCP if an HDCP-compliant display is detected. Set param1 = 0 to force the computer to ignore detection of an HDCP-compliant display.

Information

Setting param1 = 0 (HDCP disabled) does not decrypt HDCP content.

Syntax

hdcp param1

Parameters

param1

Integer

[0 ... 1]

Value Description
0	Disable HDCP
1	Enable HDCP

Example

hdcp 0

Disable HDCP

stop HDCP/EDID detect

#help

The #help command displays the list of available RS-232 commands. Help on a specific command can be displayed when using param1.

Syntax

help param1

Parameters

param1 Command name (optional)

Example

help

Available cmds:

help

fw_upgrade

hdcp

power_always

help #hdcp

Cmd #hdcp: Change HDCP mode

Syntax: #hdcp param1

Param1 = 0 (disable hdcp) / 1 (enable hdcp)

#power\_always

Sets the power mode. The unit must be rebooted after changing the power mode.

Syntax

power_always param1

Parameters

param1

Integer

[0 ... 1]

Value Description
0	Power save
1	Power always

Example

power_always 1

Set Power always mode To change power mode, Please reboot the unit

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4K ULTRA HD 60Hz, 4:2:0

HDBaseT™ Extender

w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POH

4 Appendix

There are two methods for updating the 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender w/ RS-232, 2-way IR and POL. The recommended method is to update both units at the same time by leaving the Sender and Receiver unit connected. Updating the Sender unit will update the Receiver unit (or vice versa). The second method is to update the Sender and Receiver unit separately.

Single Update Procedure

This method is recommended and can be used in situations where disconnecting the system is impractical or difficult. The power supply must be connected to either the Sender or Receiver unit. The update procedure can take place at the Sender or Receiver location.

1. Download the latest firmware here: http://www.gefen.com/support/download.jsp
2. Extract the contents of the .zip file to the desktop on your computer.
3. Disconnect the power supply from the Sender (or Receiver) unit.
4. Set the following DIP switches on the Sender and Receiver units:

▶ Sender unit

Set DIP switch 4, on the bottom of the Sender unit, to the ON position:

ON SAB 1 2 3 4

▶ Receiver unit

Set DIP switch 1, on the bottom of the Receiver unit, to the ON position:

ON 1 2

1. Connect the included RS-232 cable between the Sender (or Receiver) unit and the computer.

2. Launch a terminal emulation program. In this example, we will be using Windows® Hyperterminal.

3. Assign the following serial port settings in Hyperterminal:

Description Setting
Baud rate	19200
Data bits	8
Parity	None
Stop bits	1
Hardware flow control	None

1. Reconnect the power supply to the Sender (or Receiver) unit.
2. Type the following in the terminal application:

fw_upgrade

1. Press the [ENTER] key.
2. When prompted, press 1 on the computer keyboard.
3. Click Transfer > Send File...
4. Select the firmware file: ELR_BIDIR_[version].bin.
5. Select the YModem protocol and click the Send button.
6. After the upgrade process is complete, the unit will automatically reboot.
7. Both the Sender and Receiver units are now updated.

Individual Update Procedure

This method requires that the Sender and Receiver unit are updated separately. Unless there is a specific reason, the Single Update Procedure (page 28) is recommended.

1. Download the latest firmware here: http://www.gefen.com/support/download.jsp
2. Extract the contents of the .zip file to the desktop on your computer.
3. Disconnect the Sender and Receiver unit from the system. Make sure the power is disconnected from both the Sender and Receiver unit.
4. Set the following DIP switches on the Sender and Receiver units:

▶ Sender unit

Set DIP switch 4, on the bottom of the Sender unit, to the ON position:

ON SAB 1 2 3 4

▶ Receiver unit

Set DIP switch 1, on the bottom of the Receiver unit, to the ON position:

ON 1 2

1. Connect the included RS-232 cable between the unit and the computer.
2. Launch a terminal emulation program. In this example, we will be using Windows® Hyperterminal.

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1. Assign the following serial port settings in Hyperterminal:

Description Setting
Baud rate	19200
Data bits	8
Parity	None
Stop bits	1
Hardware flow control	None

1. Connect the power supply to the unit.
2. Type the following in the terminal application:

fw_upgrade

1. Press the [ENTER] key.
2. When prompted, press 1 on the computer keyboard.
3. Click Transfer > Send File...
4. Select the firmware file: ELR_BIDIR_[version].bin.
5. Select the YModem protocol and click the Send button.
6. After the upgrade process is complete, the unit will automatically reboot.
7. Connect the RS-232 cable to the other unit and repeat steps 8 - 15.

The Sender and Receiver units can be mounted on any flat surface, as shown below (mounting screws are not included). To accommodate for connection and disconnection of the cables, please leave sufficient clearance between the two edges of the unit that house the connectors and any walls or vertical surfaces.

For installation on a drywall surface, use a #6 drywall screw. When installing, it is recommended to use the center hole on a stud.

Isometric line drawing of a rectangular electronic component with six screws inserted, no text or symbols present

Front of RJ-45 Connector

Pure diagram of a mechanical or electrical component with no text, numbers, or symbols visible

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Gefen recommends the TIA/EIA-568-B wiring option. Use the following table when terminating cables in the field.

Pin Color Description

1 Orange / White TD+ (Transmit Data, positive differential signal)

2 Orange TD- (Transmit Data, negative differential signal)

3 Green / White RD+ (Receive Data, positive differential signal)

4 Blue Unused

5 Blue / White Unused

6 Green RD- (Receive Data, negative differential signal)

7 Brown / White Unused

8 Brown / White Unused

Supported Formats
Video • 4096 x 2160	• 3840 x 2160• 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)• 1080p Full HD
Audio • Linear PCM (7.1 channels)	• Dolby Atmos® and Dolby® TrueHD• DTS:XTM and DTS-HD Master AudioTM

Connectors & Indicators

HDMI In (Sender) • 1 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female

HDMI Out (Receiver) • 1 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female

Link (Sender / Receiver) • 1 x RJ-45, shielded, female

IR In/Ext (Sender / Receiver) • 1 x 3.5mm, female

IR Out (Sender / Receiver) • 1 x 3.5mm, female

RS-232 (Sender / Receiver) • 1 x 3-pin Phoenix-type, female

Power (Sender / Receiver) • 1 x 4-pin, locking, female

Power Link (Sender / Receiver) • 1 x LED, bi-color, blue / green

Operational
Maximum Pixel Clock • 300 MHz
Power Input • 24V DC
Power Consumption • 12 Watts (max.)
Operating Temperature • +32 to +113 °F (0 to +45 °C)
Storage Temperature	• -4 to +185 °F (-20 to +85 °C)
Storage Humidity (RH)	• 0% to 90%, non-condensing
Operating Humidity (RH)	• 5% to 90%, non-condensing
MTBF	• 50,000 Hours

Physical
Dimensions (W x H x D)(Sender / Receiver)	• 4.3" x 1" x 3.2"(110mm x 26mm x 85mm)
Unit Weight (ea.)	• 0.4 lb (0.2 kg)

B

Bidirectional IR Control 11

C

Commands 21

fw_upgrade 21

hdcp 22

help 23

power_always 24

Connection Instructions 6

D

DIP Switch Configuration 14

E

EDID Management 15

F

Features vi

H

HDBT (HDBaseT™) Mode 17

HPD Mode 16

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Installation 6

L

LED Status 10

Long-reach mode 17

M

Mounting Instructions 32

N

Network Cable Diagram 33

0

Operating Notes v

P

Packing List vii

R

Receiver Unit 4

RS-232

commands 21

mode 17

RS-232 Setup 20

S

Safety Instructions ii

Sender Unit 2

Specifications 34

T

Table of Contents viii

Technical Support iv

U

Updating the Firmware individual update procedure 30 single update procedure 28

W

Warranty Information iii

Wiring Diagram 7

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