4K Ultra HD HDBaseT™ Multi-Format 2x1 Auto-Switching Sender w/ Scaler Receiver w/ Audio-De-Embedder and POH EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX User Manual Version A1...
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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.
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Warranty Information For the latest warranty coverage information, refer to the Warranty and Return Policy under the Connect section of the Gefen website at http://www.gefen.com/connect/warranty-and- return-policy...
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However, Gefen and Core Brands, LLC assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual. In no event will Gefen and Core Brands, LLC be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual.
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Licensing This product may use software that is subject to open source licenses, including one or more of the General Public License Version 2 and Version 2.1, Lesser General Public License Version 2.1 and Version 3, BSD, and BSD-style licenses. Distribution and use of this product is subject to the license terms and limitations of liability provided in those licenses.
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• Uses Gefen’s implementation of HDBaseT™ technology with enhanced features • Advanced EDID Management for rapid integration of source and display • Field-updateable firmware via USB Micro-B and RS-232 ports, using the Gefen Syner-G™ software • Locking power connector •...
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Bi-Directional Power over HDBaseT™ (POH) provides power to the Receiver or a compatible Sender unit over the link cable - only one side will need external power • Uses Gefen’s implementation of HDBaseT™ technology with enhanced features • Locking power connector •...
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EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX* The following items are included in the EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX package. If any of these items are not present in the box when you first open it, please contact Gefen Technical Support as soon as possible. (1) 4K Ultra HD Multi-Format 2x1 HDBaseT™ Sender unit...
Controls, Connectors, and Indicators EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX 4K Ultra HD Multi-Format 2x1 HDBaseT Sender w/ Scaler, Auto-Switching & PO H ™ Volum e Powe r VG A Aut o HDM I Inpu t Menu Firmware RS232 EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX Tx G Rx HDMI In...
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To do a firmware update, attach a USB thumb drive containing the new firmware to this port, using a USB Micro-B male to USB Type-A female cable or adaptor. The Gefen Syner-G™ software, running on a PC connected to the RS-232 port of the Sender unit (Page 28) will administer the firmware update process.
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Controls, Connectors, and Indicators Name Description HDBaseT™ Link Connector Connect a CAT-5e or better cable, up to the recommended length for a given resolution, from this port to the HDBaseT™ In port on the Receiver unit. This Sender can send power to and receive power from over the CAT-5 cable from EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX or another POH- compatible Receiver.
Controls, Connectors, and Indicators EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX Prog 1 Prog 2 RS-232 Pass-Thru Link HDCP Powe r Audi o Ou t RS-23 2 Tx G Rx IR In/Ex t IR Out Line Coax Optical HDBaseT ™ In HDM I Ou t 12 V DC Name Description...
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Connect an EXT-IREMIT IR Emitter (sold separately) from this port to the IR sensor of the device to be controlled. HDMI Out Use a Gefen HDMI cable to connect an HDMI display to this port. Line Out This port provides analog Left and Right...
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CAT-5 cable to a POH compliant Sender unit. It can also receive power over the CAT-5 cable from a POH compatible Sender such as the EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX, but NOT the EXT-UHDV-WP-HBTLS-TX. 12V DC In This power receptacle is used to connect the included 12V DC power supply.
Installation Physical Installation EXT-UHDA-HBTLA-TX: The Sender’s ultra-low-profile enclosure can be surface-mounted using a pair of mount- ing brackets that can be attached to each side of the enclosure using the provided screws. It can also be placed on a shelf. When surface-mounting the Sender, please secure it to the mounting surface using screws appropriate for that specific surface (not included with the product).
Notes 1. The wiring diagram above shows cables and accessories that may not be included with the products. Select accessories (as identified by Gefen part numbers) are available for purchase from your Gefen distributor. 2. Power supply connections are not shown in the diagrams above.
LED Status The Power, Auto, HDMI, and VGA indicators on the Sender, and Power, Link, and HDCP indicators on the Receiver unit provide basic information on the current status of each unit. Power Description Solid blue • The unit is powered. •...
Scaler Functions and Picture Adjustments The EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX features a powerful Scaler that is always active for both HDMI and VGA inputs. The input signal can be scaled to an array of resolutions, timing, and aspect ratio up to 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160) at 30 Hz, 4:4:4.
26) or using the Gefen Syner-G™ software. When using Gefen Syner-G™, Internal, External, and Custom EDIDs can be downloaded from the EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX, modified via the advanced EDID Editor that is built into the Gefen Syner-G™ software, and uploaded back into the Sender.
The EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX features an On-Screen Display (OSD) that can be used to configure options. Use the front panel buttons on the EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX to activate/deactivate the OSD, navigate, and select options. OSD Buttons: 4K Ultra HD Multi-Format 2x1 HDBaseT Sender w/ Scaler, Auto-Switching & PO H ™...
OSD Options Main Menu Resolution - Manage the built-in scaler’s output resolution. This option affects both the HDMI and VGA inputs. EDID: Manage the EDID that is used with the HDMI input. HDCP: Manage HDCP functions. VGA: Manage VGA options, including the Auto-Sync feature. System: Manage System options, such as Factory Default and RS-232 Baud Rate.
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Resolution Menu Sets the output resolution for both the HDMI and VGA inputs. The following options are available: 3840x2160 30 Hz 1920x1080 60 Hz 1920x1080 50 Hz 1280x720 60 Hz 1280x720 50 Hz 1360x768 60 Hz 1024x768 60 Hz Note: The signal from 4K (3840 x 2160 ) Ultra HD sources that operate at 60 Hz will automatically be converted to 3840 x 2160 30 Hz.
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Note that some resolutions/timings and audio formats that are available on the display/device connected to the Receiver may not be compatible with this product. Custom: This EDID is user-managed and uploaded/managed from the Gefen Syner-G™ software. Note that some resolutions/timings and audio formats that are present in a user EDID may not be compatible with this product.
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HDCP Menu Sets the HDCP operating mode for the HDMI input. The following HDCP operating modes are available: HDCP Active: This HDCP operating mode will follow the detected HDMI input’s HDCP encryption level, if present. Acceptable HDCP encryption levels include HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4.
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VGA Menu The VGA menu is used to adjust options that relate to the VGA input. The following options are available: Auto-Sync: Enable and Disable the Auto-Sync feature. When this option is enabled, an Auto-Sync function will be performed when a VGA input is connected or the VGA input has been selected.
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System Menu The System menu is used to modify options that relate to operational functions on the EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX. The following options are available: RS-232 Baud Rate: Sets the operating baud rate for the RS-232 serial interface. The following options are available: •...
Receiver’s RS-232 port. This can be done via an automation control device or the Gefen Syner-G™ software. c. Gefen Syner-G™ interface via RS-232 ports of Sender and Receiver. Gefen Syner-G™ software is used for firmware updates and EDID management of the Sender.
Program your automation control decvice with the RS-232 control commands (Page 26) for the EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX. All commands sent to the RS-232 port of the Receiver unit will be extended to the Sender unit via the HDBaseT™ Link cable.
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RS-232 c. Interface with Gefen Syner-G™ via RS-232 ports of Sender and Receiver.: Direct interface with the Sender: Connect RS-232 Tx, Rx, and Ground from a computer with a Serial (RS-232 port), or using a USB-to-RS-232 adapator, to the removable 3-pin “Captive Screw”...
IR sensor window on the source device. VGA Source EXT-IREMIT IR Emitter to sources IR Signal to Sources 4K Ultra HD Source EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX Sender (Back) RS232 EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX Tx G Rx HDMI In VGA In Line In IR In/Ext IR Out HDBaseT™...
-OR- IR Extender for display control IR Signal to Display Third-Party Controller with Electrical IR Output IR Signal to Display EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX Sender (Back) RS232 EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX Tx G Rx HDMI In VGA In Line In IR In/Ext IR Out HDBaseT™ Out...
IR Control Controlling the Source & Display from the Head-End and Viewing Locations This set-up will require an additional EXT-RMT-EXTIRN and EXT-IREMIT, sold separately by your Gefen distributor. Follow instructions on page 26 and 27. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN -OR- IR Extender for display...
Over time, the Sender unit may require a firmware update to add functionality or fix issues. To perform a firmware update, a Windows PC that is running the Gefen Syner-G™ software needs to be connected to to the RS-232 port of the Sender. Use direct RS-232 connection if your PC has a serial port.
Specifications* EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX Supported Formats HDMI Input • 4K Cinema - DCI (4096 x 2160 to 60Hz, 4:4:4) Maximum Video Resolution/Timing • 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 to 60Hz, 4:4:4) VGA Input • WUXGA (1920x1200 to 60 Hz 4:4:4) Maximum Video Resolution/Timing HDBaseT Extension •...
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Specifications* Physical Dimensions Not including mounting brackets: (W x H x D, not including connectors) • 7.7” x 0.93” x 4” (195mm x 24 x 100mm) Including mounting brackets: • 8.7” x 0.93” x 4” (221mm x 24 x 100mm) Net Weight •...
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Resolution/Timing • 4K Cinema - DCI (4096 x 2160 to 60Hz, 4:2:0) • 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 to 60Hz, 4:2:0) When used with EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX: • 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 at 30Hz, 4:4:4) Audio (HDMI Pass-Thru) •...
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Specifications* Physical Dimensions Not including mounting brackets: (W x H x D, not including connectors) • 6” x 0.65” x 4” (152mm x 17 x 100mm) Including mounting brackets: • 7” x 0.65” x 4” (178mm x 17 x 100mm) Net Weight •...
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