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AVS-HDB-TX AVS-HDB-RX Video Extender - 4K HDMI, IR, RS-232 Transmitter and Receiver User Manual Transmit an HDMI signal up to 230 feet (70 meters) over CAT5e/CAT6 cable. Order toll-free in the U.S. or for FREE 24/7 technical support: Call 877-877-BBOX Contact (outside U.S.
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Trademarks Used in this Manual 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/NOM Statement 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 inter ference 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...
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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.
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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.
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions For reliable operation of the equipment and personnel safety, follow the guidelines below for installation, use, and maintenance of the device. 1. The system must be grounded properly. Do not use two-blade plugs and ensure the alternating power supply ranges from 100 to 240 VAC and 50 to 60 Hz.
Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The Video Extender —4K HDMI, IR, RS-232 Transmitter (AVS-HDB-TX) and Receiver (AVS-HDB-RX) is an HDMI/IR/RS232 twisted pair extender including a transmitter (AVS-HDB-TXT) and receiver (AVS-HDB-TXR). The AVS-HDB-TX uses HDBaseT technology to transmit an HDMI signal, and the maximum transmission distance is up to 230 feet (70 meters) over CAT5e/CAT6 cable.
To download the user manual from the Black Box Web site: 1. Go to www.blackbox.com 2. Enter the part number (AVS-HDB-TX or AVS-HDB-RX) in the search box: 3. Click on the “Resources” tab on the product page, and select the document you wish to download.
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Chapter 2: Overview 2.4.1 4K HDMI, IR, RS-232 Transmitter (AVS-HDB-TX) Figure 2-1. Transmitter front panel. Figure 2-2. Transmitter back panel. Table 2-1. Transmitter components. Number in Component Description Figure 2-1 or 2-2 On LED • Blinks green when unit is working.
Barrel connector Links to a 24-VDC power supply. NOTE: The power supply is not required at the transmitter (AVS-HDB-TX if the receiver (AVS-HDB-RX) connects to a power supply. 2.4.2 4K HDMI, IR, RS-232 Receiver (AVS-HDB-RX) Figure 2-3. Receiver front panel.
HDMI connector HDMI Out: Connects to the HDMI display. IR In sensor Connects to the IR receiver to send signal from the AVS-HDB-TX to the AVS-HDB-RX. IR out sensor Connects to the IR transmitter to receive IR signal from the AVS-HDB-RX.
™ AVS-HDB-TX with HDMI cable. Step 2: Connect the HDBT OUT port of AVS-HDB-TX to the HDBT IN port of the AVS-HDB-RX through a CAT5e/CAT6 cable. Step 3: Connect an HDMI display (such as HDTV) to the HDMI OUT port of the AVS-HDB-RX with HDMI cable.
NOTE: The power supply is not required on both ends. Only one of the units, transmitter or receiver, requires power. 3.3 Application Use the AVS-HDB-TX and AVS-HDB-RX for computer monitoring, conference rooms, large-screen displays, television, education applications and more. 3.4 Twisted-Pair Cable Connection The twisted pair used with the extender MUST be a straight-through cable.
Failed or loose connection. Make sure the connection is good. The extender is broken. Contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@ blackbox.com. Cannot control the device by a Wrong RS-232 communi- Make sure the RS-232 PC through the RS-232 port.
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877-877-2269 or blackbox.com. About Black Box Black Box provides an extensive range of networking and infrastructure products. You’ll find everything from cabinets and racks and power and surge protection products to media converters and Ethernet switches all supported by free, live 24/7 Tech support available in 60 seconds or less.
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