EXMICRO2i - Uncategorized Simplified MFG - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	HDMI Extender (Transmitter & Receiver)
Brand	Simplified MFG
Model	EXMICRO2i
HDMI Compliance	HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 / 1.4, DVI 1.0
Maximum Video Resolution	4K2K@60Hz 4:4:4 (18Gbps)
HDR Support	HDR, HDR10+
Maximum Distance (4K)	164 ft (50 m) over Cat6/6a/7
Maximum Distance (1080p)	164 ft (50 m) over Cat6/6a/7
Audio Support	LPCM 2.0/5.1/7.1, Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
IR Control	Two-way 12V IR (Blaster & Receiver included)
HDMI Loop Out	Yes, on transmitter
EDID Management	Override settings: copy display, 1080p 2ch, 4K 2ch, copy loop out
Power Supply	12V/1A DC (single supply powers both units)
Power Consumption	3.84 W (typical)
Transmitter Dimensions (W x D x H)	3.5 x 2.625 x 0.75 in (90 x 68 x 15 mm)
Receiver Dimensions (W x D x H)	3.5 x 2.625 x 0.75 in (90 x 68 x 15 mm)
Weight (Transmitter)	160 g
Weight (Receiver)	155 g
Housing Material	Metal Enclosure
Color	Black
Operating Temperature	32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C)
Storage Temperature	-4 - 140°F (-20 - 60°C)
Relative Humidity	20 - 90% RH (no condensation)
ESD Protection	±8kV air-gap, ±4kV contact discharge
Warranty	3 years parts and labor
Package Contents	1x TX, 1x RX, 1x IR Blaster, 1x IR Receiver, 1x Power Supply, 4x Mounting Ears, User Manual

Frequently Asked Questions - EXMICRO2i Simplified MFG

What is the maximum distance I can achieve with the EXMICRO2i?

The EXMICRO2i supports distances up to 164 ft (50 m) for both 4K and 1080p resolutions when using Cat6/6a/7 cable. With Cat5e, the distance is 147 ft (45 m).

Does the EXMICRO2i support HDR?

Yes, it supports HDR and HDR10+ pass-through, ensuring high dynamic range content is preserved.

Can I control devices at both ends using IR?

Yes, the EXMICRO2i features two-way IR transmission. IR signals from the source side can control a display at the remote end, and vice versa.

Do I need two power supplies?

No, only one power supply is needed. It can be connected to either the transmitter or receiver, and power is delivered over the category cable.

What is the HDMI loop out port used for?

The HDMI loop out on the transmitter allows you to connect a local display for monitoring or daisy-chaining, while the main signal is sent to the remote receiver.

What EDID options are available?

The EXMICRO2i offers EDID override with four settings: copy from display at RX, preset to 4K 60Hz stereo, preset to 1080p stereo, or copy from HDMI out at TX.

How do I troubleshoot if there is no video?

Check the LED indicators: Green LED on the RJ45 jack should be solid (good cable link), flashing or off indicates a cable issue. Amber LED solid means signal lock; flashing means no HDCP; off means no HDMI signal. Also verify HDMI connections and try a known working cable.

What is the power consumption of the extender?

The typical power consumption is 3.84 W, making it very energy efficient.

Can I use this extender with a 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 source?

Yes, the EXMICRO2i supports 4K2K@60Hz 4:4:4 at up to 18Gbps bandwidth, compatible with the latest high-resolution sources.

What type of IR components are included?

The package includes one IR Blaster (1.5m) and one IR Receiver (1.5m, 20-60KHz) for two-way control.

USER MANUAL EXMICRO2i Simplified MFG

Thank you for purchasing this product

The Simplified MFG EXMICRO2i is designed to provide years of reliable service. At Simplified MFG, we want the experience with this device to be the best possible and are committed to helping achieve that experience.

Surge protection device recommended

This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes, surges, electric shock, lighting strikes, etc. Use of surge protection systems is highly recommended to protect and extend the life of your equipment. A HDSURGE is highly recommended on cable and satellite boxes.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction......2
2. Features .... 3
3. Package Contents .... 3
4. Specifications.... 4
5. Operation Controls and Functions.... 5
   5.1 Transmitter Panel.... 5
   5.2 Receiver Panel....6
   5.3 IR Pin Definition....6
6. Application Example ...... 7
7. Warranty Information......8
8. Contact Information...... 8

1. Introduction

The EXMICRO2i can extend an HDMI2.0b (18Gbps) high-definition audio and video signal and two-way IR up to 50 meters (164 feet) between transmitter and receiver over a single Cat5e/6/7 cable. The EXMICRO2i supports resolutions up to 4K2K@60Hz 4:4:4, up to 18Gbps, and HDCP 2.2/1.4. In addition, the EXMICRO2i extender is equipped with two-way IR which allows for source and display control, EDID override settings, a HDMI loop output.

The EXMICRO2i extender is one of if not the most efficient HDMI extenders available today. The current draw is typically less than 14 the normal current draw making this device more efficient and smaller.

2. Features

• HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 / HDCP 1.4 and DVI 1.0 compliant
- Supports input and output video resolution up to 4k2k@60Hz 4:4:4 up to 18Gbps
• Supports HDR/HDR+
• Distance up to 164ft/50m @ 4k or 1080p
- Compact size
- Two-way IR transmission HDMI loop output
• EDID override (copy display/ 1080p 2 ch./ 4K 2ch./ copy loop out
- Single power supply – can be powered from either the RX or TX

3. Package Contents

• 1× HDMI 18Gbps transmitter
• 1× HDMI 18Gbps receiver
• 1× IR Blaster (1.5m length)
- 1× 20\~60KHz IR Receiver (1.5m length)
- 1× 12V/1A Locking Power supply
- 4× Mounting Ears
- 1× User Manual

4. Specifications

Technical
HDMI Compliance	HDMI 2.0b
HDCP Compliance	HDCP 2.2 / HDCP 1.4
Video Bandwidth	18Gbps
HDR Formats	HDR/HDR10+
Video Resolution	Up to 4K60Hz 4:4:4
Color Space	RGB / YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2/4:2:0, YUV 4:4:4
Color Depth	8/10/12-bit (1080P60Hz, 4K30Hz, 4K60Hz YCbCr 4:2:2/4:2:0) 8-bit (4K60Hz 4:4:4)
HDMI Audio Formats	LPCM 2.0/2.1/5.1/6.1/7.1, Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus (DD+), DTS-ES, DTS HD Master, DTS HD-HRA, DTS-X
ESD Protection	Human body model — ±8kV (Air-gap discharge) &±4kV (Contact discharge)
Connections
Transmitter	Inputs: 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]1 x IR in [3.5mm Stereo mini jack]1x SERVICE [Micro USB, Update port]Outputs: 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]1x IR out [3.5mm Stereo mini jack]1x CAT out [RJ45, 8-pin female]
Receiver	Inputs: 1x IR in [3.5mm Stereo mini jack]1x CAT in [RJ45, 8-pin female]1x SERVICE [Micro USB, Update port]Outputs: 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]1 x IR out [3.5mm Stereo mini jack]
Mechanical
Housing	Metal Enclosure
Color	Black
Dimensions	Transmitter / Receiver:90mm/3.5” [W] x 68mm/2.625” [D] x 15mm/.75” [H]
Weight	Transmitter: 160g, Receiver: 155g
Power Supply	Input: AC 100 - 240V 50/60HzOutput: DC 12V/1A
Power Consumption	3.84 W
Op. Temperature	32 - 104°F / 0 - 40°C
Storage Temperature	-4 - 140°F / -20 - 60°C
Relative Humidity	20 - 90% RH (no condensation)
Distance	4K	1080p
CAT5e	147ft / 45M	147ft / 45M
CAT6/6a/7	164ft / 50M	164ft / 50M

5. Operation Controls and Functions

5.1 Transmitter Panel

Number	Name	Function description
1	HDMI Out	HDMI loop output port, connect to HDMI display device such as TV or Projector with an HDMI cable.
2	HDMI In	HDMI input port, connect to HDMI source device such as Media server or other 4K source
3	CAT Out	Connect to CAT IN port on the receiving end with a CAT6 cable.
4	Power LED (Green)	The LED will illuminate when the transmitter is powered on.
5	Data signal LED (Orange)	The LED will illuminate when the transmitter and the receiver have signal transmission (link)
6	SERVICE port	For firmware updated use.
7	IR In	Connect to IR receiver (included). The IR signal is then sent to the IR Out to the IR Blaster at the receiver.
8	IR Out	Connect to wideband IR Blaster (included). The IR signal is from the IR IN port of the receiver.
9	DC 12V	Plug DC 12V/1A power supply into the unit and connect the adapter to an AC outlet.(Note: The EXMICRO2 can be powered from either the RX or the TX by 12V/1A power adapter, only one supply is needed)

Simple gray rectangular shape with a small window icon in the bottom-right corner (no text or symbols)

[8KOW]	EDID information is copied from the display at the RX
	EDID is preset to 4K @ 60Hz. Stereo
	EDID is preset to 1080p Stereo
	EDID is copied from the HDMI out at the TX

5.2 Receiver Panel

Number	Name	Function description
1	HDMI Out	HDMI output port, connect to HDMI display device such as TV or Projector with an HDMI cable.
2	CAT In	Connect to CAT Out port on the transmitter end with a CAT6 cable.
3	Power LED (Green)	The LED will illuminate when the receiver is powered on. Power can come from power supply or via category cable
4	Data signalLED (Orange)	The LED will illuminate when the transmitter and the receiver have signal transmission (link).
5	SERVICE port	For firmware update use.
6	IR In	Connect to wideband IR Receiver. The IR signal will be transmitted to the IR Out port of the transmitter.
7	IR Out	The IR from the TX IR In will be transmitted through the IR blaster connected here.
8	DC 12V	Plug DC 12V/1A power supply into the unit and connect the adapter to an AC outlet.(Note: The EXMICRO2i can be powered from either the RX or the TX by 12V/1A power adapter, only one supply is needed)

5.3 IR Pin Definition

IR Use Example:

graph TD
    A["HDMI Source"] -->|IR| B["SIMULIED"]
    B -->|IR| C["Video Camera"]
    C -->|HDMI| D["Television Display"]
    D -->|IR| B
    B -->|C016/6A/7/8| B
    B -->|IR| E["Radio System"]
    E -->|IR| B
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333

1. Application Example

graph TD
    A["Service"] -->|HDMI Out| B["HDMI In"]
    B -->|HDMI| C["Cat6/6A/7"]
    C -->|IR| D["PWR"]
    D --> E["12V DC"]
    C -->|IR| F["IR"]
    F --> G["Remote Control"]
    H["HDMI Source"] -->|HDMI| C
    I["Service"] -->|HDMI Out| J["Cat In"]
    J -->|IR| K["12V DC"]
    K -->|IR| L["Remote Control"]
    M["Remote Control"] --> N["12V DC"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style M fill:#f9f,stroke:#333

7. Warranty

Should you feel that this product does not function adequately due to defects in materials or workmanship, we (referred to as "the warrantor") will, for the length of the period indicated below (starting from the original date of the purchase) either a) repair the product with new or refurbished parts. Or b) Replace the product with new or refurbished product. All Simplified MFG products are covered by a 3-year PARTS and LABOR warranty. During this period there will be no charge for unit repair, replacement of unit components or replacement of the product if deemed necessary. The decision to repair or replace is made by the warrantor. The purchaser must mail in the product during the warranty period. This limited warranty only covers the product purchased as new and is extended to the original purchaser only. It is non-transferrable to subsequent owners, even during the warranty period. A purchase receipt or other proof of purchase date is required for the limited warranty service.

8. Contact Information

Sales and Tech Support

P. 833-HDMI-411 (833-436-4411)

E. [e-mail]

Simplified MFG • 550 W Baseline Rd Ste 102-121 • Mesa AZ 85210

© Copyright Simplified MFG 2021

SIMPLIFIED

MFG

EXMICRO2i Quick Start Guide

graph TD
    A["HDMI Source"] -->|IR| B["SIMPLIFIED"]
    B -->|Cat6/6A/7/8| C["IR"]
    C --> D["EXMICRO2i"]
    D -->|IR| E["Display End"]
    D -->|HDMI| F["Video Camera"]
    F -->|HDMI| G["Display End"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#fcc,stroke:#333

Simplified MFG • 550 W Baseline Road Ste 102-121 • Mesa, AZ 85210 • www.simplifiedmfg.com • 833-HDMI-411 (436-4411)

How to wire an EXMICRO2

graph TD
    A["SIMPLIFIED MFG"] --> B["ExMICRO2"]
    B --> C["Exmicro2"]
    C --> D["Monitor"]
    D --> E["ExMICRO2"]
    E --> F["Display"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333

Wiring layout

How to use and trouble shoot Simplified MFG Extenders

At the TX end:

Is everything connected (Cat, HDMI, Power etc)?

Is the HDMI cable in the HDMI input of the TX? We often use a loop out, make sure the input is not in this port.

What are the lights where the Cat cable plugs into doing?

Is the Green Lit Solid?

Yes, good! Flashing or off the category cable is poor. This can be the termination (check the manual for wiring termination), poor wire, or interference from being run poorly

Is the Amber Lit Solid?

Yes good! Flashing slowly means no HDCP, off means no signal at HDMI port(s)

At the RX end:

Is the Green Lit Solid?

Yes, good! Flashing or off the category cable is poor. This can be the termination (check the manual for wiring termination), poor wire, or interference from being run poorly

Is the Amber Lit Solid?

Yes good! Flashing slowly means no HDCP, off means no signal at HDMI port(s)

Other Techniques:

Make the circuit simpler. Move the source near the display or the display near the source and see if it works with a short HDMI cable. You can use this to verify the HDMI cables work as well. Add components until the system fails.

Use a known working run of category cable across the floor and see if behavior changes.

It is often the case that the display's setting can cause odd/poor behavior. Consult the display's tech resources. Also, it is possible we have seen the issue and may have a tech paper on this.

Not a bad idea to keep the following on your service vehicle:

• Test source like an AppleTV or signal generator
• Known working HDMI cables
- Known working terminated Category cable
- SP12S splitter for clocking issues, etc.

EXMICRO2i

HDMI 2.0b (18Gbps) 50m Extender over Category cable

Two black industrial electronic devices with visible branding and mounting points (no readable text or symbols)

The EXMICR2i is the latest in the EXMICRO family. It is a HDMI 2.0b (18Gbps) over category cable extender that supports HDR/HDR10+. Other features include single ended power (either end), 50m distance at 4K (70m at 1080p), Bi-Directional 12V IR, HDMI loop out and EDID management. Small, efficient, and powerful.

Features:

• HDMI 2.0b (18Gbps)
• HDR 8/10/10+ Support
• Single power supply (either end)
• EDID Management
• 2-Way 12V IR (kit included)
• HDMI Loop out at TX
• Supports HBR (High Bit Rate Audio)
• Supports all versions of Multi-Channel Audio
• 70m (230ft) @ 1080p/50m (165ft) @4K
• 3-Year Warranty

SIMPLIFIED

MFG

Specifications:

Technical
HDMI Compliance H	DMI 2.0b
HDCP Compliance H	DCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4
Video Bandwidth 18	Gbps
Video Resolutions	up to 4K2K@50/60Hz YUV4:4:4), 4K2K@30Hz, 1080P@120Hz, and 1080P 3D@60Hz
Color Space RGB, YC	bCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2
Color Depth	10-bit
HDMI Audio Formats (Pass-through)	LPCM 2/5.1/7.1CH, Dolby Digital, DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital+, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
ESD Protection	Human body model — ±8kV (air-gap discharge) & ±4kV(contact discharge)
Connections
Inputs	TX: 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]1x IR INPUT [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]1x Service [Mini-USB jackRX: 1x RJ451x IR INPUT [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]1x Service [Mini-USB jack]
Outputs	TX: 1x RJ451x IR OUTPUT [3.5mm Mono Mini-jack]1xHDMI Type A [19-pin female]RX: 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]1x IR OUTPUT [3.5mm Mono Mini-jack]
Mechanical
Housing Metal Enclosure
Color Black
Dimensions	90mm/3.5" [W] x 68mm/2.525" [D] x 15mm/.75" [H]
Weight 340g/ 6 oz. each device
Power Supply	Input: AC100 - 240V 50/60HzOutput: DC 12V/1A (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certified)
Power Consumption	4W (Max)
Operating Temperature	32 - 104°F / 0 - 40°C
Storage Temperature	-4 - 140°F / -20 - 60°C
Relative Humidity	20 - 90% RH (no condensation)

Troubleshooting an Extender

At TX end

Is everything connected (Cat, HDMI, Power etc)?

I the HDMI cable in the HDMI input of the TX?

What are the lights where the Cat cable plugs into doing?

Is the Green Solid? Yes, good! Flashing or off the category cable is poor

Is the Amber Solid? Yes good! Flashing means no HDCP, off means no signal at HDMI port(s)

At RX end

Is everything connected?

Is the Cat from the TX in the correct port (EX2ARC and EXKVM2 have Ethernet ports as well)

What are the lights where the cat plugs into doing?

Is the Green Solid? Yes, good! Flashing or off the category cable is poor

Is the Amber Solid? Yes good! Flashing means no HDCP, off means no signal at HDMI port

If everything is good here

Make sure you have the appropriate input used on the display (if eARC is used, has to be in the eARC port)

Make sure that the source is connected correctly and/or works. Maybe move source to display and check with HDMI cable

Once verified all good, if there are still issues it can be a setting in the display (eARC is often not defaulted to on) many displays have different capabilities on each input and some try to control the source and can make audio go away (see tech bulletin on this)

If this is eARC and you do not have audio, try the ARC function of the EXeARC1 and if it works, update the display and the AVR (if used) firmware. It is possible on some early displays and AVR's that the eARC may not be fully functional