Extender for HDMI w/POL Important Safety Information 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.
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.
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Extender for HDMI w/ POL is a trademark of Gefen, LLC. Important Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice. HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing in the United States and other countries.
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130 feet (40 meters) over a CAT-5e or CAT-6 cable. • POL (Power Over Line) technology from Gefen sends power to the Receiver unit over the same CAT-5e / CAT-6 cable that is used for extending the HDMI signal.
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► Lip Sync pass-through • IR extension from Sender to Receiver and from Receiver to Sender • Gefen POL feature provides power to the Receiver unit over the link cable • Uses Gefen’s implementation of HDBaseT® technology • EDID pass-through •...
Packing List The Extender for HDMI w/ POL ships with the items listed below. If any of these items are not present in your box when you first open it, immediately contact your dealer or Gefen. • 1 x Extender for HDMI w/POL - Sender unit •...
Extender for HDMI w/POL Table of Contents Getting Started Sender Unit Layout....................2 Front ......................2 Back ......................3 Receiver Unit Layout ..................... 4 Front ......................4 Back ......................5 Installation ......................6 Connecting the Extender for HDMI w/ POL ..........6 Sample Wiring Diagram ................
Extender for HDMI 01 Getting Started Sender Unit Layout....................2 Front ......................2 Back ......................3 Receiver Unit Layout ..................... 4 Front ......................4 Back ......................5 Installation ......................6 Connecting the Extender for HDMI w/ POL ..........6 Sample Wiring Diagram ................6...
Getting Started Sender Unit Layout Front Name Description IR Out Connect the included single infrared IR emitter from this jack to the IR sensor window of the source. Link Connect a CAT-5e / CAT-6 cable from this port to the Receiver unit.
Getting Started Sender Unit Layout Back Name Description 24V DC Connect the included 24V DC power supply to this connector and plug the AC power cord into an available electrical outlet. Only use the power supply shipped with this unit. Power This LED will turn on once the included 24V DC power supply has been connected.
Receiver Unit Layout Front Name Description IR Out Connect an IR emitter (Gefen part no. EXT-IREMIT) from this jack to the IR sensor window of the source. Link Connect a CAT-5e / CAT-6 cable from this port to the Sender unit.
Getting Started Receiver Unit Layout Back Name Description Power This LED will turn on once the included 24V DC power supply has been connected to the Sender unit and a CAT-5e / CAT-6 cable is connected between the Sender and Receiver unit. See Power LED Indicator for more information on using the LED indicator.
Connect the included 24V DC power supply to the Sender unit and plug the AC power cord into an available electrical outlet. Power to the Receiver unit is delivered from the Sender unit over the CAT-5e/CAT-6 cable using Gefen POL technology. For information on using IR control, see Control.
Extender for HDMI 02 Operating the Extender for HDMI w/ POL Power LED Indicator ................... 10 IR Control ......................11 Controlling the Source from the Display Location ........11 Controlling the Display from the Source Location ........12...
Operating the Extender for HDMI w/POL Power LED Indicator The Power LED indicator on the Sender and Receiver unit provides basic information on the current status of the Extender for HDMI w/ POL. Status Description Power Solid blue • Power connected to Sender unit. •...
Operating the Extender for HDMI w/POL IR Control The Bi-Directional IR feature allows two methods of control: Use the included IR extender to control the source device from the viewing location or an automation system to control the display (or other sink device) from the source location. Refer to the user documentation that came with your automation system for details.
Operating the Extender for HDMI w/POL IR Control Controlling the Display from the Source Location Connect the 3.5mm mini-mono connector from the IR In port on the Sender unit to the automation system. Connect the included IR emitter from the IR Out jack on the Receiver unit to the IR sensor on the display.
Shielded (STP) CAT-5 or CAT-6 is recommended. However, unshielded (UTP) CAT-5 or CAT-6 is acceptable. CAT-5, CAT-5e, and CAT-6 cabling comes in stranded and solid core types. Gefen recommends using solid core cabling. CAT-6 cable is also recommended. It is recommended to use one continuous run from one end to the other. Patch cable is not recommended.
Appendix Wall Mounting Instructions The GefenToolbox Extender for HDMI w/POL should be mounted vertically on a wall or inside / outside a cabinet with wood / drywall screws as shown in the diagram above. There should be an inch or two of clearance between the edges of the unit and any walls or vertical surfaces to allow for enough clearance for connection and disconnection of the HDMI cable.
Appendix Specifications Supported Formats Video • 1080p Full HD • 4K x 2K (Ultra HD) Audio • 7.1-channel LPCM • Dolby® TrueHD • DTS-HD Master Audio™ Electrical Maximum Pixel Clock • 300 MHz Maximum TMDS Clock • 300 MHz Power / HDCP Indicator •...
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Stretch it. Switch it. Split it. Gefen’s got it. ® 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefentoolbox.com support@gefentoolbox.com This product uses UL listed or CE compliant power supplies.
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