RM-12XFRJ45 - AV Extender Kopul - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Kopul
Model	RM-12XFRJ45
Product Type	AV Extender
Number of Ports	12 RJ45
Max Supported Resolution	4K@60Hz
Max Transmission Distance	100 meters (CAT6)
Bandwidth	18 Gbps
HDCP Support	HDCP 2.2
Audio Support	Multi-channel digital audio
Power Supply	External adapter, 12V DC
Power Consumption	10W (typical)
Dimensions (W x D x H)	19 x 6.5 x 1.75 inches (rackmount 1U)
Weight	5.5 lbs
Operating Temperature	32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Mounting	19" rack mountable
Connector Type	RJ45 for input/output
LED Indicators	Power, Link, Signal
Housing Material	Metal
Included Accessories	Power adapter, mounting ears, user manual
Warranty	2 years
CE/FCC Certification	Yes

Frequently Asked Questions - RM-12XFRJ45 Kopul

What is the maximum distance for the Kopul RM-12XFRJ45?

The extender can transmit signals up to 100 meters over CAT6 cable.

Does the RM-12XFRJ45 support 4K resolution?

Yes, it supports up to 4K@60Hz with full 18 Gbps bandwidth.

What type of cable is recommended?

Use shielded CAT6 or better for optimal performance over long distances.

Can I mount the device in a rack?

Yes, it comes with rack ears for 19-inch rack mounting (1U height).

How do I power the RM-12XFRJ45?

Connect the included 12V DC power adapter to the device and a power outlet.

What is the power consumption?

Typical power consumption is 10 watts.

Does it support HDCP?

Yes, it supports HDCP 2.2.

How many devices can I connect?

This model has 12 RJ45 ports for connecting up to 12 sources or displays.

What do the LED indicators mean?

The Power LED shows device power, Link indicates cable connection, and Signal shows active video signal.

Is the device compatible with HDMI?

Yes, it extends HDMI signals over RJ45 using the appropriate baluns.

USER MANUAL RM-12XFRJ45 Kopul

12 Channel XLR Network Extender

User Manual

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RM-12XMRJ45 RM-12XFRJ45

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Thank you for choosing Kopul.

Kopul's 12-Channel XLR to RJ45 Network Cable Extenders are a simple and economical solution to replace heavy, bulky, and costly XLR and DMX snakes with thin, lightweight ethernet or etherCON cables. Link sound boards, PA systems, multitrack recorders, and DMX-equipped lights with clean and interference-free signals. Send all 12 channels to a single location, or create a customized audio snake to connect multiple destinations.

Each ethernet cable provides four channels of balanced mic-level analog, AES/EBU, and DMX signals and extends the length of your cable runs without interference, signal loss, or added coloration. These passive network extenders require no external power to operate, and there's no digital audio conversion.

Precautions⚠️

• Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the equipment—doing so will void the warranty, and Kopul will not be responsible for any damage.

• Clean the unit with only a soft, dry cloth.

• Turn volume levels down or turn audio systems off before making connections to and from the Extender.

• A shielded Cat cable must be used in order to pass 48 V phantom power for a condenser microphone.
  • All images are for illustrative purposes only.

Setting Up

The extenders fit into any standard 19-inch instrument rack.

Reversible Rack Ears

The rack ears are reversible, so either side can be accessible from the front of your rack.

Unscrew the four screws on both sides of the extenders and reverse the rack ears. Replace the four screws. Don't overtighten.

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Connections

Connect the RM-12XMRJ45 and RM-12XFRJ45 with a Cat 5, 5e, 6, or 7 ethernet cable. EtherCON cables provide a locking metal shell that protects the RJ45 connector.

The RM-12XMRJ45 and RM-12XFRJ45 work with dynamic and condenser microphones.

Condenser microphones can receive phantom power only over shielded Cat 5e, Cat 6, or Cat 7 ethernet cables. Check the cable's specs to ensure they're shielded.

The RM-12XMRJ45 and RM-12XFRJ45 are compatible with DMX lights and controllers, as well as pro audio components that output AES/EBU and analog audio signals.

Ethernet Ports

Each extender has one input and one through connector for each bank of four XLRs.

The INPUT port can be connected to any of Kopul's XLR network extenders to transfer the signal over an ethernet cable. This makes it possible to link the bank of XLRF connectors to the corresponding bank of XLRM connectors. Analog audio, AES/EBU, and DMX signals can be transferred simultaneously on a single ethernet cable.

The THRU port is a passthrough connector, which allows you to feed the bank of XLR connectors to an additional destination. See Expanding Your Setup with the THRU Port below.

Studio and Live Concert Applications

The male and female network extenders can be used as simple inputs and outputs to transfer signals from a stage or studio to a mixing board, multitrack recorder, floor monitor, or PA system.

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    A["Device 1"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B["Central Network Interface"]
    C["Device 2"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    D["Device 3"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    E["Device 4"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    F["Device 5"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    G["Device 6"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    H["Device 7"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    I["Device 8"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    J["Device 9"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    K["Device 10"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    L["Device 11"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    M["Device 12"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    N["Device 13"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    O["Device 14"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    P["Device 15"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    Q["Device 16"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    R["Device 17"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    S["Device 18"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    T["Device 19"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    U["Device 20"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    V["Device 21"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    W["Device 22"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    X["Device 23"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    Y["Device 24"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    Z["Device 25"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AA["Device 26"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AB["Device 27"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AC["Device 28"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AD["Device 29"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AE["Device 30"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AF["Device 31"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AG["Device 32"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AH["Device 33"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AI["Device 34"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AJ["Device 35"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AK["Device 36"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AL["Device 37"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AM["Device 38"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AN["Device 39"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AO["Device 40"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AP["Device 41"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AQ["Device 42"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AR["Device 43"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AS["Device 44"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AT["Device 45"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AU["Device 46"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AV["Device 47"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AW["Device 48"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B
    AX["Device 49"] -->|Signal Flow Down| B
    AY["Device 50"] -->|Signal Flow Up| B

The extenders can be used for multiple purposes at once.

Note: Analog audio, AES/EBU, and DMX signals can be simultaneously transmitted on the same ethernet cable.

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    A["Audio Device"] --> B["Channel 1"]
    A --> C["Channel 2"]
    B --> D["Laptop"]
    C --> E["Radio Station"]
    D --> F["Speaker"]
    E --> G["Speaker"]
    F --> H["Headphones"]
    G --> I["Headphones"]
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DMX Lighting Applications

Connect a DMX controller to multiple DJ or theater lights.

Note: The network extenders accept multiple signal types. Run DMX controls and transfer AES/EBU and analog audio signals at the same time.

graph TD
    A["Control Panel"] --> B["Signal Analyzer"]
    B --> C["Output Module 1"]
    B --> D["Output Module 2"]
    C --> E["Star-shaped Control Unit"]
    D --> F["Star-shaped Control Unit"]
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Expanding Your Setup with the THRU Port

The THRU port adds additional XLR ports to your setup. THRU ports allow you to create different regions on the stage or in the studio. Connect any of Kopul's XLR Network Extenders with CAT cables to options and versatility to your setup.

graph TD
    A["InputInput"] --> B["XLR4F-RJ45"]
    A --> C["XLR4M-RJ45"]
    B --> D["Central Network Interface"]
    C --> D
    D --> E["ThruThru"]
    E --> F["Computer Interface"]

Preexisting Cat Wiring

Send audio from one room to another in a building that has pre-wired Cat 5, 5e, 6, or 7 cabling.

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    A["Server Rack 1"] -->|Switch| B["Switch"]
    C["Server Rack 2"] -->|Switch| B
    D["Server Rack 3"] -->|Switch| B
    B --> E["Switch"]
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Note: Buildings with unshielded cabling will not pass phantom power and may be susceptible to interference.

Specifications

Number of Channels 12

I/O RM-12XMRJ45: 3-pin XLR Male (×12) RM-12XFRJ45: 3-pin XLR Female (×12)

Link RJ45 (in/out ×3) RJ45 (through ×3)

Power Source Passive

Signal Analog Audio, AES/EBU, DMX

Supported Cable Types RM-12XMRJ45: 3-pin XLR Male RM-12XFRJ45: 3-pin XLR Female Cat 5, Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 7

Material Steel

Color Black

Dimensions 1.75 × 19 × 3.5 in. ( 4.4 × 48.3 × 8.9 cm)

Weight 2.7 lb. (1.2 kg)

One-Year Limited Warranty

This Kopul product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty provider's responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider's discretion, of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.

This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation or maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY

OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Kopul Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization ("RMA") number, and return the defective product to Kopul along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser's own risk and expense.

For more information or to arrange service, visit www.KopulCables.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.

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