Black Box VX-HDMI-FO User manual

BL A C K B O X®

Extend video, 3D video (1080i), and audio signals

up to 1600 meters from an A/V source

via multimode fiber optic cable.

Using duplex multimode cable and 1080p video, extend the distance

up to 800 meters.

3D HDMI Fiber Extender

VX-HDMI-FO

Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S.

call 724-746-5500) FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days

a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 Mailing address:

Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018

Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: [email protected]

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Support

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Trademarks Used in this Manual

Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of

BB Technologies, Inc.

Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be

the property of the trademark owners.

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FCC and IC RFI Statements

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY

CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if

not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested

and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance

with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed

to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment

is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a

residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own

expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct

the interference.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible

for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission

from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry

Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant

les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le

Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)Electrical Safety Statement

INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes

de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.

2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para

referencia futura.

3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de

operación deben ser respetadas.

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NOM Statement

4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca

de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.

6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que

sean recomendados por el fabricante.

7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea

recomendado por el fabricante.

8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá

a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser

referido a personal de servicio calificado.

9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no

interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,

alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar

en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de

ventilación.

10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor

como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo

amplificadores) que producen calor.

11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del

tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.

12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización

del equipo no sea eliminada.

13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no

sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,

poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del

aparato.

14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las

recomendaciones del fabricante.

15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas

de energia.

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NOM Statement

16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea

usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean

derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.

18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:

A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u

B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o

C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o

D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su

desempeño; o

E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Table of Contents

Chapter Page

1. Specifications............................................................................................... 7

2. Overview ..................................................................................................... 8

2.1 Introduction ........................................................................................ 8

2.2 Features............................................................................................... 8

2.3 What’s Included .................................................................................. 8

2.4 System Requirements.......................................................................... 9

2.5 Hardware Description ......................................................................... 9

3. Installation.....................................................................................................11

3.1 Preparing for Installation....................................................................11

3.2 Installation Steps ................................................................................12

4. Operation ......................................................................................................13

5. EDID Configuration (Local Unit Only) .......................................................... 14

Appendix. Installing Duplex Multimode Fiber Optic Cable...............................17

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Chapter 1: Specifications

1. Specifications

3D Video Supported — Yes

Cable — 50/125-µ or 62.5/125µ duplex multimode fiber optic cable

Extension Distance — 2560 feet (800 m), approx. 0.5 mi. (1080p);

5120 feet (1600 m), approx. 1 mi. (1080i)

User Controls — Local unit: (1) EDID config button;

Remote unit: None

Video Resolution (Maximum) — Full HD: (1920 x 1080), WUXGA: (1920 x 1200)

Connectors — Local unit: Input: (1) HDMI, Output: (1) HDMI, (1) IR (infrared),

(1) SC fiber;

Remote unit: Input: (1) SC fiber, (1) IR (infrared), Output: (2) HDMI

Indicators — Each unit: (2) top-panel LEDs: (1) Video OK LED,

(1) Link OK/Power LED

Power Consumption (Maximum) — Per unit: 3 W

Size — Each unit: 0.9"H x 2.9"W x 5.9"D (2.4 x 7.5 x 15 cm)

Weight — Local unit: 1.3 lb. (0.57 kg);

Remote unit: 1.2 lb. (0.56 kg)

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Chapter 2: Overview

2. Overview

2.1 Introduction

The 3D HDMI Fiber Extender consists of a Local and a Remote Unit. It enables users

to extend video, 3D video (1080i), and audio signals up to 5120 feet (1600 m,

approx. 1 mi.) from an A/V source via duplex multimode fiber optic cable, or up to

2560 feet (800 m, approx. 0.5 mi., 1080p) using duplex multimode fiber optic cable.

The HDMI digital display supports up to the maximum resolution of full HD (1920 x

1080)/WUXGA and (1920 x 1200)/UXGA (1600 x 1200), along with audio channels.

The EDID Config function enables the best video presentation. Optionally, the 3D

HDMI Fiber Extender can configure audio or audio and video EDID via push-button

commands.

Use the Fiber Extender in applications that require greater distance, high speed

transmission, real-time high video resolution, security, and noise immunity. Its

scalable design enables your enterprise to grow.

2.2 Features

• Extends the video signal up to 2560 feet (800 m), approx. 0.5 mi. (1080p)

or 5120 feet (1600 m), approx. 1 mi. (1080i) over multimode fiber.

• Supports pure digital transmission with zero compression.

• EDID Config function increases display capability

• Includes selectable EDID (audio) functions for multimedia system integration

• IR extending function is available (38 kHz only)

• Complies with HDMI 1.3b specification

• Complies with 3D-video, HDCP compliant, and Blu-ray ready

• Software and driver installation NOT required

2.3 What’s Included

Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or damaged,

contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com.

• 3D HDMI Fiber Extender Local Unit

• 3D HDMI Fiber Extender Remote Unit

• (2) Power supplies with snap-on power plug

• IR collector

• IR emitter

• 2-m SC-SC duplex 50-/125-micron patch cord

• (2) sets of 4 foot pads

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• (10) small screws

• (8) small rare earth magnets for mounting

• Quick Install Guide

2.4 System Requirements

You will need to supply the following items:

• HDCP compliant monitors with HDMI interface for the HDCP video source

• HDMI cable

2.5 Hardware Description

Figures 2-1 shows the local and remote units. Table 2-1 describes their components.

L1 L2 L3

L5 L4

L8 L6 L7

R1 R2 R3

R5 R4

R6 R7

Figure 2-1. Local (L) and Remote (R) units.

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Chapter 2: Overview

Table 2-1. Local and remote units components.

L1 R1

SC-SC fiber

interface

Connect the multimode optical fiber cable to

this port.

L2 —

HDMI connector

Connect to the HDMI source.

—R2 Connect to the HDMI monitor.

L3 R3 Power supply Apply the proper power to the unit.

L4 R4 Video OK LED Yellow: Video signal OK/EDID configuration

(see Chapter 5).

L5 R5 Link OK/Power LED

Green: Power on

Blue: Connect to a powered-on extender

unit.

L6 R6 HDMI connector Connect to the HDMI monitor

L7 R7 IR control jack Plug the external sensor here

(L7: Transmitter/R7: Receiver)

L8 — EDID config button EDID Configuration (see Chapter 5).

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