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Gefen GTB-UHD-HBT2 User Manual

Extender w/ rs-232, 2-way ir, and poh
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HDBaseT Extender
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w/ RS-232, 2-way IR, and POH
GTB-UHD-HBT2
User Manual
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  • Page 1 HDBaseT Extender ™ w/ RS-232, 2-way IR, and POH GTB-UHD-HBT2 User Manual Release A1...
  • Page 2 Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this product near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 3 Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified within two (2) years from the date of shipment, 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.

  • Page 4: Technical Support

    Contacting Gefen Technical Support Technical Support (818) 772-9100 (800) 545-6900 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacific Time (818) 772-9120 Email support@gefen.com http://www.gefen.com Mailing Address Gefen, LLC c/o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St. Chatsworth, CA 91311 Product Registration Register your product here: http://www.gefen.com/kvm/Registry/Registration.jsp...
  • Page 5 Download the application here: http://www.gefen.com/synerg 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT™ Extender w/ RS-232, 2-way IR, and POH is a trademark of Gefen, LLC. © 2016 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.
  • Page 6 - only the Sender unit needs external power • Advanced EDID Management via Gefen Syner-G™ software • Link Quality Monitoring via Gefen Syner-G™ software • In-field firmware update via USB, using Gefen Syner-G™ software • Locking power connector • Low profile, surface-mountable enclosures 1080P...

  • Page 7: Packing List

    The packing contents of the Sender and Receiver unit are listed below. 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 POH (Sender) •...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Introduction......................2 Sender Unit ....................2 Receiver Unit ....................4 Installation ......................6 Connection Instructions ................. 6 Application Diagram ..................7 Basic Operation DIP Switch Configuration ..................10 Sender unit ....................10 Receiver unit ....................13 Notes on IR Carrier Signals ................
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  • Page 11: Getting Started

    HDBaseT Extender ™ w/ RS-232, 2-way IR, and POH Getting Started...

  • Page 12: Introduction

    Introduction Page Title GTB-UHD-HBT2-S Link Video Sender Unit Power GTB-UHD-HBT2-S Link Video Power GTB-UHD-HBT2-S Link Video Power ® ® ® 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender S ™ w/ RS-232, 2-way IR, and POH 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender S ™...
  • Page 13 See RS-232 Interface (page 19) for more information. IR In / Ext Connect an IR extender (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN) to this port. IR Out Connect an IR emitter (Gefen part no. EXT-2IREMIT) to this port.

  • Page 14: Receiver Unit

    Introduction GTB-UHD-HBT2-R Link Video Receiver Unit Power GTB-UHD-HBT2-R Link Video Power GTB-UHD-HBT2-R Link Video Power ® ® ® 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender R ™ w/ RS-232, 2-way IR, and POH 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender R ™ w/ RS-232, 2-way IR, and POH...
  • Page 15 See RS-232 Interface (page 19) for more information. IR In / Ext Connect an IR extender (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN) to this port. IR Out Connect an IR emitter (Gefen part no. EXT-IREMIT) to this port.

  • Page 16: Installation

    Installation Connection Instructions ► Video Connect the included HDMI cable from the 4K Ultra HD source to the HDMI In port on the Sender unit. Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI Out port on the Receiver unit to the 4K Ultra HD display. ►...

  • Page 17: Application Diagram

    Installation Application Diagram CAT-5 CABLE HDMI CABLE IR Extender RS-232 CABLE 4K Ultra HD Source Automation Control Device GTB-UHD-HBT2 Sender GTB-UHD-HBT2 Receiver 4K Ultra HD Display Display Powered Shades IR Extender Automation Control Device Screen/Curtains Lighting GTB-UHD-HBT2 page | 7...
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  • Page 19: Basic Operation

    HDBaseT Extender ™ w/ RS-232, 2-way IR, and POH Basic Operation...

  • Page 20: Dip Switch Configuration

    If a DIP switch is in the “up” position, then it is ON. If a DIP switch is in the “down” position, then it is OFF. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 GTB-UHD-HBT2-S Link Video Power...
  • Page 21 IR carrier signal is passed-through. IR Polarity ► Set to work with third-party IR extenders. ► OFF (default) Operates with Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN. Long-Reach Mode ► Resolutions up to 1080p 60 Hz can be extended to a maximum distance of 495 feet (150 meters).
  • Page 22 DIP Switch Configuration Feature Description IR Carrier Frequency ► 56 kHz. OFF (default) ► 38 kHz. IR Carrier Frequency ► 47 kHz. ► OFF (default) Depends upon setting of DIP 9. page | 12 page | 12...

  • Page 23: Receiver Unit

    IR carrier signal is passed-through. IR Polarity ► Set to work with third-party IR extenders. OFF (default) ► Operates with Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN. 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender R ™ page | 13 w/ RS-232, 2-way IR, and POH...

  • Page 24: Notes On Ir Carrier Signals

    DIP Switch Configuration Feature Description Long-Reach Mode ► Resolutions up to 1080p Full HD can be extended to a maximum distance of 495 feet (150 meters). Color depth is limited to 8-bit. ► OFF (default) HDBT mode. Resolutions up to 4K x 2K, can be extended up to 330 feet (100 meters) with deep color (4:2:0).

  • Page 25: Led Status

    LED Status The Link, Video, and Power LED indicators provides basic information on the current status of the this product. The information, in the table below, applies to both the Sender and Receiver unit. Status Description Link Solid green • The Sender / Receiver unit is powered.

  • Page 26: Bidirectional Ir Control

    Power Controlling the Source from the Viewing Location Connect an IR extender (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN) to the IR In/Ext port on the Receiver unit. If using an automation system, connect the 3.5mm mini-mono connector from the IR In/Ext port on the Receiver unit to the automation system.

  • Page 27: Controlling The Display From The Source Location

    IR In/Ext port on the Receiver unit to the automation system. IR signals are ® transmitted over the CAT-5 cable. Connect an IR emitter (Gefen part no. EXT-IREMIT) from the IR Out port on the Receiver unit to the IR sensor on the display. 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT Extender S ™...

  • Page 28: Controlling The Source / Display From Different Locations

    Power Bidirectional IR Control Controlling the Source / Display from Different Locations GTB-UHD-HBT2-R Bidirectional IR allows the source and/or display to be controlled from the Sender or Receiver Link Video unit. Refer to the diagram, below, for connection details. IR signals are transmitted over the Power CAT-5 cable.

  • Page 29: Rs-232 Interface

    RS-232 Interface RS-232 Interface DE-9 DA-15 Automation Device Extender DB-25 Only TXD, RXD, and GND pins are used. DC-37 DD-50 page | 19...
  • Page 30 RS-232 Interface This product supports RS-232 pass-through, allowing the control of remote RS-232 devices. In the example below, an RS-232 device has been connected to the Receiver unit. Connect the automation control device to the Sender unit. Figure 2.1 - Basic RS-232 connection HDMI Out Receiver unit RS-232 cable...
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  • Page 33: Advanced Operation

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  • Page 34: Using Syner-G

    Using Syner-G™ Verifying the USB Driver In order to use this product with the Gefen Syner-G™ software, a USB driver must be installed on the computer that is running the Syner-G™ software. This driver is automatically installed when the Syner-G™ Software Suite is installed.
  • Page 35 In the left window pane, under System Tools, click Device Manager. In the right window pane, locate Ports (COM & LPT). The device driver will be displayed. In this case, GTB-UHD-HBT2-S will be displayed. If the USB cable is connected to the Receiver unit, then the device driver will be GTB-UHD-HBT2-R.

  • Page 36: Downloading An Edid

    Using Syner-G™ Downloading an EDID EDID data can be downloaded from the connected Gefen Detective device to a local file. Note that the Downstream EDID or Bank EDID data cannot be downloaded to a file. To download this EDID data, it must first be copied to the Local EDID. See...
  • Page 37 Using Syner-G™ Information about the currently selected device will be displayed in the Version Info field. Version Info field Click the drop-down list next to the Download button, and select the desired EDID. In this example, we will select Extender: Local EDID. Click the Save As button.
  • Page 38 Using Syner-G™ EDID file name Save button Click the Save button. page | 28...

  • Page 39: Uploading An Edid

    Using Syner-G™ Uploading an EDID Click the Manage a Product button and select the connected product from the drop-down list. Click the Manage EDID tab. Click the Upload EDID to drop-down list to select the location where the EDID will be uploaded.
  • Page 40 Using Syner-G™ The Windows Select File dialog will be displayed. Select the desired EDID file. The EDID file must be in .bin format. Click the Open button. Click the Upload button. In the lower-left corner of the interface, the “Uploading...” message will appear as the EDID is uploaded.

  • Page 41: Copying An Edid

    Using Syner-G™ Copying an EDID Click the Manage a Product button and select the connected product from the drop-down list. Click the Manage EDID tab. Click the Copy EDID from drop-down list to select the location from where the EDID will be copied.
  • Page 42 Using Syner-G™ Click the Copy button. In the lower-left corner of the interface, the “Copying...” message will appear as the EDID is uploaded. The copy-result message will vary, depending upon the copy operation. In this example, since we copied the downstream EDID to the local EDID, the “Copy result: Downstream stored to local.”...

  • Page 43: Viewing An Edid

    Using Syner-G™ Viewing an EDID Click the Manage a Product button and select the connected product from the drop-down list. Click the Manage EDID tab. Click the Select EDID From Device / Display drop-down list to select the desired EDID. Note that the display, which is connected to the computer, is also available in the drop-down list.
  • Page 44 After a few seconds, Syner-G will also switch to the EDID Editor screen. See the Gefen Syner-G™ User Manual for more information on using the EDID Editor. Click the desired EDID tab to view specified information on the EDID. Note that some sections within a tab use scroll bars to indicate that more information is available.
  • Page 45 Using Syner-G™ Click the Details button. Details button The EDID Summary window will be displayed. Use the horizontal and vertical scroll bar, as needed, to view the EDID information. Scroll bar Scroll bar page | 35...
  • Page 46 Using Syner-G™ Click the button, in the upper-right corner of the EDID Summary window to separate the EDID Summary window from the main Syner-G window: “X” button “separate” button 10. Double-click the window title bar of the detached EDID Summary to reattach it to the main window.
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  • Page 49: Appendix

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  • Page 50: Updating The Firmware

    Updating the Firmware The Syner-G™ Software Suite provides an easy way to perform firmware updates. Before launching Syner-G™, makre sure that a USB cable is connected between the product and the computer that is running the Syner-G™ software. Refer to the Syner-G™ Software Suite User Manual for more information on using other features with this product.
  • Page 51 Updating the Firmware Select the product from the Select your product drop-down list. If the product is not detected by Syner-G™, then the product will not be listed in bold type, within the Select your product drop-down list. Verify the following: ►...
  • Page 52 Updating the Firmware Click the Update tab. page | 42...
  • Page 53 Updating the Firmware Click the Start button to begin downloading the firmware. The Syner-G™ Software Suite will automatically download the firmware file for the selected product. This process should take a few seconds. Once the download process has completed, the progress bar will indicate 100%, as shown on the next page.
  • Page 54 Updating the Firmware A message will also appear at the bottom of the window, indicating that the firmware file was successfully downloaded. Progress bar Click the Install button to begin installing the software. The installation process will begin and the progress bar will indicate the current status. page | 44...
  • Page 55 Updating the Firmware After the firmware update process has completed, the following message will be displayed. Click the OK button to dismiss the message box. 10. The procedure is now complete. page | 45...

  • Page 56: Default Settings

    Disabled HDCP Pass-through Sender IR carrier Pass-through Receiver IR carrier Pass-through IR polarity Uses Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN Long-Reach mode HDBT Mode IR carrier frequency 38 kHz IR carrier frequency Depends on DIP 5 setting Receiver Unit DIP Switches DIP swtich...

  • Page 57: Network Cable Diagram

    Network Cable Diagram Front of RJ-45 Connector 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Gefen recommends the TIA/EIA-568-B wiring option. Use the table below when field-terminating cable for use with Gefen products. Color Description Orange / White TD+ (Transmit Data, positive differential signal)

  • Page 58: Specifications

    Specifications Supported Formats Resolutions (max.) • 3840 x 2160p 60 Hz (4:2:0) • 4096 x 2160p 30 Hz (4:4:4) • 3840 x 2160p 30 Hz (4:4:4) Connectors, Controls, and Indicators HDMI In (Sender) • 1 x Type A 19-pin female, locking HDMI Out (Receiver) •...

  • Page 59: Index

    Index Application Diagram IR carrier notes receiver unit sender unit IR Carrier Frequency 12, 13, Bidirectional IR Control IR polarity controlling the display controlling the source from different locations LED Status Long-Reach Mode Connection Instructions Network Cable Diagram Default Settings receiver unit, DIP sender unit, DIP DIP Switch Configuration...
  • Page 60 *Preferred Stretch it. Switch it. Split it. Gefen’s got it. ® 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefen.com www.gefen.com support@gefen.com support@gefen.com...

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