gofanco HDExt50 User manual
1080p HDMI CAT Extender
with Loopout - 50m
User's Guide
G4-0090A
P/N: HDExt50
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Important Safety Notices
Please read safety instructions carefully before
installation and operation.
• Please pay close attention to all warnings
and hints for this device
• Do not expose this unit to rain, heavy
moisture, or liquid
• Do not repair the device or open the
enclosure without professional guidance
to avoid electric shocks. Doing so may void
your warranty
• Keep the product in a well-ventilated
location to avoid damage from overheating
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• Shut off power and make sure environment
is safe before installation
• Do not plug the HDMI cables and IR cables
in/out when the device is in use to avoid
cable damage. Make sure they are plugged
into the correct ports
• Use the included DC5V power adapters
only. Make sure the specification matches if
using 3rd-party DC power adapters
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Introduction
The 1080p HDMI CAT Extender with Loopout -
50m extends high definition 1080p HDMI signals
from a source device to a display device up to
164ft (50m) using an economical CAT cable.
Features
• Transmits 1080p HDMI signals up to 50
meters using economical CAT cabling
• HDMI 1.3 and HDCP 1.4 compliant
• Supports IR remote control function to
control the source device from long
distances
• HDMI Loopout allows monitoring the
extended display from remote location
PackageContents
• 1080p HDMI CAT Extender with Loopout -
50m
• Power adapter (2pcs)
• IR Receiver cable (1pc)
• IR Blaster cable (1pc)
• User's Guide
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Installation Requirements
1. HDMI source device (computer, DVD
player, XBOX, PS3, etc)
2. HDMI display device (SDTV/Monitor,
HDTV/Monitor, projector, etc.)
3. UTP/STP CAT5e/6 cable following
IEEE-568B wiring standard
Product Layout
Figure 1: Transmitter (TX) Layout
1. RJ45 Out: Connects to the Receiver's RJ45 In
using a CAT cable. The green LED lights up
when powered on. The yellow LED lights
up when linked properly to the Receiver
2. IR In: Connects to the included IR Receiver
cable
3. IR Out: Connects to the included IR Blaster
cable
4. HDMIOut:Connectstoyour HDMIdisplay
for local monitoring of the extended display
5. HDMI In: Connects to your HDMI source
device
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Figure 2: Receiver (RX) Layout
1. RJ45 In: Connects to the Transmitter's RJ45
Out using a CAT cable. The green LED
lights up when powered on. The yellow
LED lights up when linked properly to the
Transmitter
2. IR In: Connects to the included IR Receiver
cable
3. IR Out: Connects to the included IR Blaster
cable
4. HDMIOut: Connectstoyour HDMIdisplay
for local monitoring of the extended display
5. PowerJack: Connects totheincluded power
adapter
6. EQ Setting: Press this button to improve
the video signal quality
6. PowerJack: Connects tothe includedpower
adapter
7. Reset: Reset the Transmitter
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Hardware Installation
1. Power off all devices including your HDMI
source and HDMI display(s).
2. Connect your HDMI source device to the
Transmitter's HDMI In connector with an
HDMI cable (HDMI cable not included).
3. Optional: Connect a HDMI display to the
Transmitter's HDMI Out connector with an
HDMI cable (HDMI cable not included) for
local monitoring of the HDMI signal.
4. Optional: Connect the IR Blaster Cable and
IR Receiver Cable. Face the IR eye towards
your device's IR window. This connection
is needed only if you need to control your
HDMI device from the remote location.
Please see the Connection Diagram on page
8 for proper connection.
5. Plug your CAT cable between the
Transmitter's RJ45 Out and Receiver's RJ45
In.
6. Connect your HDMI display to the
Receiver's HDMI Out connector with a
HDMI cable (HDMI cable not included).
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Connection Diagram
7. Plug the included power adapters into the
Transmitter's and Receiver's power jacks,
then plug both power adapters into a
reliable power source.
8. Power on all connected devices.
9. The HDMI extender is ready for use.
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FAQ & Solutions
Q: There is no video output or audio and
video display is not normal:
A: 1) Press the Receiver's EQ button.
2) Use a shorter network cable.
Q: The Receiver's Link LED is flashing:
A: 1) Make sure the network cable follows the
IEEE-568B wiring standard.
2)Checkwhether TXhasHDMI signalinput.
3) Reset the TX and reconnect.
4) Press the EQ button on the RX.
Q: The extender is not working properly:
A: 1) Please check the cable lengths below:
- HDMI cables: Up to 5m
- Network cable: Up to 50m
2) Press the reset button on the TX and
reconnect.
Q: RX Link LED is on but there is no image:
A: 1) Press RX EQ button to reset the unit.
2) Make sure the HDMI cable is firmly
connected to the display.
3) Use a higher quality network cable.
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Specifications
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