Extrom HDMI 201 User Manual

HDMI 201

HDMI Twisted Pair Extender

User Guide

DVI & HDMI Extenders

68-1375-01 Rev. E

04 17

Safety Instructions

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For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF
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Regulatory Compliance Guide, part number 68-290-01, on the Extron
website, www.extron.com.

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réglementation, la compatibilité EMI/EMF, l’accessibilité, et autres sujets
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compatibilità EMI/EMF, accessibilità e argomenti simili, fare riferimento
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FCC Class A Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. The Class A limits provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause interference. This interference must be corrected at the expense of the user.

NOTES:

• This unit was tested with shielded I/O cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded

cables must be used to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.

• For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF

compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety and

Regulatory Compliance Guide” on the Extron website.

Conventions Used in this Guide

Notifications

The following notifications are used in this guide:

WARNING: Potential risk of severe injury or death.
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CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury.
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Contents

Introduction ............................................ 1

About this Manual ........................................... 1

About the HDMI 201 Transmitter and Receiver . 1

TP Cable Advantages ................................... 3

Transmission Distance .................................. 3

Features ........................................................... 4

Installation and Operation ..................... 5

Mounting the Transmitter or Receiver .............. 5

Non-decorator-style Unit Mounting .............. 5

Decorator-style Unit Mounting ................... 13

Connections .................................................. 16

Transmitter Connections ............................ 16

Receiver Connections ................................. 19

Pin Assignments and Wiring ....................... 21

Operation ...................................................... 26

Transmitter Power Indicator ........................ 26

Receiver Power Indicator ............................ 26

System Operation ...................................... 27

Technical Points for Digital Video and Content

Protection Encryption .................................... 27

Troubleshooting ............................................. 28

Application Examples ..................................... 28

Audio Conversion ...................................... 28

Modulated IR Pass Through Application ..... 29

Template Dimensions ............................30

Decorator-style Template Dimensions

............. 30

HDMI 201 • Contents v

HDMI 201 • Contents vi

Introduction

POWER
12V

0.4A MAX

HDMI 201 Rx

1

2

HDMI OUTPUT

RS-232

PASS THRU

Tx

Rx

POWER
12V

0.4A MAX

HDMI 201 Tx

RS-232

PASS THRU

TxRx

1 2

HDMI INPUT

DVD

Plasma Display

Extron
HDMI 201 Tx

Transmitter

Extron
HDMI 201 Rx

Receiver

HDMI Cable

HDMI Cable

RS-232
Control

CAT 5/5e/6 UTP
up to 200’

• About this Manual

• About the HDMI 201 Transmitter and Receiver

• Features

About this Manual

This manual describes the Extron HDMI 201 family of High Definition Multimedia Interface
(HDMI™) Extenders, which consists of HDMI 201 Tx transmitters and HDMI 201 Rx receivers.
This manual describes how to install, operate, and configure them.

About the HDMI 201 Transmitter and Receiver

The Extron HDMI 201 Tx/Rx is a family of HDMI transmitters and receivers (figure 1),
in enclosures that support different mounting options. A transmitter and receiver pair
extends the usable distance of DVI or HDMI digital video and RS-232 control signals over
two Category (CAT) 5/5e/6 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP)
cables. Extron DTP26 digital cable is also recommended. The HDMI 201 A D transmitter
and receiver also route audio, but not on the TP link. The video and control (and audio, if
applicable) signals can be transmitted up to 200 feet (60 m).

Figure 1. Typical Transmitter and Receiver Application

An HDMI 201 system consists of a transmitter (Tx) and a receiver (Rx). The pair can handle
a single link of HDMI digital video and a bidirectional RS-232 link. The HDMI 201 A D also
converts a computer audio input into balanced or unbalanced stereo audio output.

HDMI 201 • Introduction 1

There are two subsets of transmitters and receivers in two different enclosures or form

Receivers

factors:

• HDMI 201 Tx/Rx — These units are housed in quarter rack width metal enclosures.

They can be set on a tabletop or mounted in a rack, under or through furniture, or to
a projector pole.

NOTE: The non-decorator-style models do not input, transmit, receive, or output

audio.

• HDMI 201 A D Tx/Rx — These units are housed in enclosures that can be mounted

in UL standard wall boxes with decorator-style face plates. These units also convert
computer level audio to balanced or unbalanced stereo audio.

NOTES: • A non-decorator-style transmitter or receiver is partially compatible with

a decorator-style receiver or transmitter.

• A mixed form factor system can transmit and receive video and RS-232
communications.

• A mixed form factor system cannot transmit and receive audio, as the
non-decorator-style models do not input, transmit, receive, or output
audio.

Transmitters
HDMI 201 Tx
non-decorator

HDMI 201 Tx
non-decorator-style

HDMI 201 A D Tx
decorator-style

Transmitters

HDMI 201 Rx
non-decorator-style

HDMI 201 A D Rx
decorator style

HDMI video
Control

HDMI video
Control

HDMI 201 A D Tx
decorator

HDMI video
Control

HDMI video
Control
Audio (pass)

HDMI 201 Rx
non-decorator

HDMI video
Control

HDMI video
Control

Receivers

HDMI 201 A D Rx
decorator

HDMI video
Control

HDMI video
Control
Audio (pass)

The units can be purchased as a pair (of the same form factor) or individually. Each
purchased pair and each individual transmitter is shipped with a single external desktop
12 VDC power supply that accepts 100 to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz input. A single power
supply connected to either the transmitter or the receiver can power both units through
one of the TP cables that link the units.

NOTE: In this manual, the terms “HDMI 201,” “HDMI 201 Tx,” “HDMI 201 Rx,”

“transmitter,” and “receiver” refer to the applicable unit in either form factor,
unless otherwise specified.

HDMI 201 • Introduction 2

TP Cable Advantages

Twisted pair cable is much smaller, lighter, more flexible, and less expensive than coaxial
or HDMI cable. These transmitter and receiver twisted pair (TP) products make cable runs
simpler and less cumbersome. Termination of the cable with RJ-45 connectors is simple,
quick, and economical.

NOTES: • The transmitter and receiver pair works with unshielded twisted pair

• Do not use Extron UTP23SF-4 Enhanced Skew-Free™ A/V UTP

Control Communications

The RS-232 or infrared (IR) communications are pass-through only; the transmitter and
receiver do not generate or respond to these signals.

Transmission Distance

The maximum transmission distance is determined by the resolution of the signal and the
TP cable that is used.

• With CAT 5/5e/6 unshielded TP cable, the Tx/Rx pair can transmit and receive 720p

and 1080i HDTV or XGA video signals up to 200 feet (60 m) and 1080p HDTV or
UXGA video up to 100 feet (30 m).

• With CAT 5/5e/6 shielded TP cable, the Tx/Rx pair can transmit and receive 720p

and 1080i HDTV or XGA video signals up to 200 feet (60 m) and 1080p HDTV or
UXGA video up to 125 feet (38 m).

(UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables; but, to ensure FCC Class A
and CE compliance, STP cables are required.

cable to link the transmitter and receiver. Skew-free A/V cable was
designed for most Extron TP transmitter/receiver applications, but the
HDMI 201 Tx/Rx does not work properly with this cable.

NOTES: • The transmission distance varies greatly, depending on the signal

• For resolutions of 1600x1200, 1920x1200, and 1080p, Extron strongly

resolution, type of cable used, graphics card, and display used in the
system.

recommends DTP26 cable, or equivalent. Extron DTP26 cable consists
of four individually shielded copper pairs and an overall braided shield
that help reduce crosstalk. DTP26 cable extends these resolutions up to
150 feet (45 m).

HDMI 201 • Introduction 3

Features

Transmits single link HDMI signals over two CAT 5/5e/6 cables — Standard twisted
pair cables provide an economical, easily installed cable solution.

Supports DDC and HDCP copy protection transmission — The Tx/Rx pair fully
supports long distance transmission of the DDC and HDCP signals.

Control communications pass-through — Bidirectional RS-232 or IR control signals can
be transmitted alongside the HDMI signal, so that the remote display can be controlled
without the need for additional cabling.

Audio routing — The HDMI 201 A D Tx/Rx also routes unbalanced stereo audio when
both units are the decorator-style form factor.

Supports CEC signal transmission

1-inch high, quarter rack width, metal enclosures (HDMI 201 Tx and HDMI 201 Rx
[non-decorator-style] only)— With low profile enclosures, both transmitter models and

both receiver models can be discreetly installed in locations such as behind a plasma or
LCD flat-panel display.

Wall-mountable enclosures (HDMI 201 A D Tx and HDMI 201 A D Rx [decorator­style] only)

External 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, international power supply — Included

with units sold as a paired system and with transmitters

Remote powering of transmitter or receiver — Only one power supply is necessary to
power both devices.

HDMI 201 • Introduction 4

Installation and
Operation

This section describes the installation and the operation of the HDMI 201, including:

• Mounting the Transmitter or Receiver

• Connections

• Operation

• Technical Points for Digital Video and Content Protection Encryption

• Troubleshooting

• Application Examples

Mounting the Transmitter or Receiver

ATTENTION:

• Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.

• L’installation et l’entretien doivent être effectués par le personnel autorisé

uniquement.

Non-decorator-style Unit Mounting

The 1-inch high, quarter rack width HDMI 201 (non-decorator-style) transmitters and
receivers can be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, or mounted under a desk
or tabletop. The receiver can be mounted on a projector bracket.

Tabletop use

Affix the four included rubber feet to the bottom of the unit and place it in any convenient
location.

Rack shelf mounting

For rack mounting, mount the transmitter or receiver using any of the following rack
mounting options:

• RSF 123 3.5-inch deep rack shelf kit (figure 2)

• RSB 123 3.5-inch deep rack shelf

• RSU 126 6-inch deep universal rack shelf kit

• RSB 126 6-inch deep basic rack shelf

• RSU 129 9.5-inch deep universal rack shelf kit (figure 3)

• RSB 129 9.5-inch deep basic rack shelf

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation 5

UL guidelines for rack mounting

(2) 4-40 x 3/16"
Screws

Use 2 mounting holes on
opposite corners.

Rack Shelf

1/4 Rack Width Front
False Faceplate

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of
an HDMI 201 unit onto a rack.

1. Elevated operating ambient — If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly,

the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than
room ambient. Therefore, consider installing the equipment in an environment
compatible with the maximum ambient temperature specified by the manufacturer
[Tma = +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C)].

2. Reduced air flow — Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the

amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

3. Mechanical loading — Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a

hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

4. Circuit overloading — Consideration should be given to the connection of the

equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might
have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of
equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

5. Reliable earthing (grounding) — Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment

should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections
other than direct connections to the branch circuit (such as the use of power strips).

Rack shelf mounting instructions

On the 6-inch and 9.5-inch rack shelves, the transmitter or receiver unit can be mounted
in the front or the rear of the rack.

1. Remove the feet from the bottom of the transmitter or receiver unit if installed.

2. Mount the transmitter or receiver unit on the rack shelf, using two 4-40 x 3/16-inch

screws in opposite (diagonal) corners to secure it to the shelf (figure 2).

Figure 2. Mounting the Transmitter or Receiver unit on a 3.5-inch Rack Shelf

3. Install blank faceplates or other units on the rack shelf.

4. Attach the rack shelf to the rack using the supplied bolts.

6

1U Universal Rack Shelf

Figure 3. Mounting the Transmitter or Receiver on a Universal Rack Shelf

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

Furniture mounting

Under-furniture mounting

The unit can be mounted under a horizontal surface using an optional MBU 125 under­desk mounting kit. Mount the unit under a desk or table as follows:

1. Remove feet from the bottom of the HDMI 201 unit if installed.

2. Secure the under-desk mounting brackets to the transmitter or receiver with the four

machine screws provided in the mounting kit (figure 4).

Figure 4. Under-Desk Mounting

3. Hold the transmitter or receiver with attached brackets against the underside of the

desk or other furniture. Mark the location of holes for screws on the desk.

4. Drill 1/4-inch (6.4 mm) deep, 3/32-inch (2 mm) diameter pilot holes in the table or

desk at the marked screw locations from the underside or inside (the concealed side)
of the furniture, where the transmitter or receiver will be located.

5. Insert the four wood screws into the pilot holes. Fasten each screw into the

installation surface until just less than 1/4 inch of the screw head protrudes.

6. Align the installed screws with the slots in the mounting brackets, and place the

transmitter or receiver against the surface, with the screws through the bracket slots.

7. Slide the transmitter or receiver slightly forward or back, then tighten all four screws

to fasten it in place.

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Through-furniture mounting

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

The transmitter or receiver can be mounted through a desk or other furniture using an
optional Extron MBD 129 through-desk mounting kit. Mount the transmitter or receiver
through a desk or table as follows (figure 5):

Figure 5. Through-Desk Mounting

1. Loosely attach the mounting brackets to the transmitter or receiver using the four

machine screws and washers supplied with the mounting kit.

2. Hold the transmitter or receiver against the inside of the surface through which it will

be mounted. Mark the four screw holes and the table material to be removed on the
inside of the surface to which you are mounting the device.

3. Remove the table material. Test the fit by inserting the front of the device through the

hole. If necessary, use a rasp or coarse file to enlarge the hole.

4. Drill four pilot holes, each 3/32-inch in diameter by 1/4 inch deep, where you made

marks.

5. Using the provided four wood screws, secure the brackets to the mounting surface.

6. Slide the transmitter or receiver up and down in the mounting brackets until the face

of the transmitter or receiver is at the desired height. Tighten the screws that secure
the brackets in place.

If the screws are inaccessible to a screwdriver:

a. Mark the location of the brackets relative to the screws.

b. Remove the transmitter or receiver from inside the furniture.

c. Tighten the screws.

d. Replace the unit inside the surface (step 5).

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Projector mounting

Side Mounting

HDMI 201

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

The receiver can be mounted on a projector bracket using either of the following optional
Extron projector mounting kits:

• PMK 300 multi-product pole mount kit

• PMK 350 low profile, multi-product pole mount kit, in black or white

PMK 300 mounting

Mount the receiver to a PMK 300 bracket as follows:

1. If necessary, remove the feet from the bottom of the receiver.

2. Mount the receiver to one of the three mounting plates on the bracket using two

of the supplied 4-40 x 3/16-inch screws in opposite (diagonal) corners to secure the
device to the bracket. It can be vertically mounted facing either up or down (figure 6).

Plate

Bracket
Brace

U-Bolt

Extron
DVI 201 or

Receiver

Power Supply

Extron
PMK 300

Multi-product Pole Mount Kit

Front Mounting
Plate

Figure 6. PMK 300 Projector Mounting a Receiver

NOTE: On the side mounting plates, the device is typically mounted on the outside

of the bracket.
On the front mounting plate, the device is typically mounted on the inside
of the bracket.

3. If the power supply is connected to the receiver, use the two included tie wraps

to strap the power supply to one of the brackets.

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NOTE: The PMK 300 has a hole in the bottom plate that allows the projector pole

U-Bolt

Extron
PMK 300

Multi-product Pole
Mount Kit

Bracket
Brace

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

to be inserted through the center of the plate (figure 7), rather than outside
of the plate (figure 6). To install the PMK 300 in this configuration, slide
the bracket up from the bottom of the pole before the projector is installed
on the pole.

Figure 7. Projector Pole on the Inside

4. Place the contoured bracket brace against the pole and opposite the back plate. The

pole should fit snugly into the depression in the center of the bracket brace.

5. Place the U-bolt around the ceiling pole. Insert the two legs of the U-bolt through the

round holes on the contoured bracket brace and then through the slotted holes on
the mounting plate on the bracket.

NOTE: The supplied U-bolt fits a typical (1.5 inch to 2.0 inch diameter) ceiling pole.

10

PMK 350 mounting

Extr
PMK 350

Multi-product P
Mount Kit

U-bolt

Mount Plate

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

Mount the receiver to a PMK 350 bracket as follows:

1. Remove the front and rear plates from the PMK 350 (figure 8), using an Extron

Tweeker or a #2 Phillips screwdriver. Retain the screws to reattach the plates.

Extron

Rear Plate

on

ole

U-bolt

Extron
Power Supply

Cover Sheet

Figure 8. PMK 350 Projector Mounting a Receiver

2. If necessary, remove the feet from the bottom of the receiver.

3. Secure the receiver to one side of the mounting tray, using two of the supplied

4-40 x 3/16-inch screws in opposite (diagonal) corners.

4. If power supply is connected to the receiver, use the two included tie wraps to strap

the power supply to the bracket.

5. Place the PMK 350 around the projector ceiling mounting pole (figure 8).

6. Assemble the U-bolt and the following parts in the following order (figure 9):

a. Pass the legs of the U-bolt through the slotted holes on the mount plate flange.

b. Place the legs around the projector pole.

c. Pass the legs through the holes in the contour base.

Quarter-rack
Sized Product

Front Plate

Contoured
Base

L-shaped
Bracket

d. Pass the legs through the holes in the L-shaped bracket.

NOTE: The pole fits snugly into the depression in the center of the contoured

base.

NOTE: The supplied U-bolt fits a typical (1.5-inch to 2.0-inch diameter) ceiling

pole.

Flange

Contoured
Base

L-shaped

Slotted Hole
in PMK Tray

Ceiling
Pole

Bracket

L-shaped
Bracket Screws

Figure 9. Hanging the Tray on the Pole

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7. Align the two slotted holes in the bottom of the L-shaped bracket with the two

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

slotted holes in the base of the tray. Secure the L-shaped bracket to the base by
inserting two provided 6-32 x 5/16-inch screws through the aligned slots.

8. Move the PMK 350 up to the desired location on the ceiling pole, as close to the

ceiling as desired.

9. Secure the L-shaped bracket to the U-bolt using the included hex nuts, washers, and

lock washers. Tighten the hex nuts securely.

NOTE: Be sure to tighten the hex nuts securely enough that the PMK 350 does not

slide down the ceiling pole. A socket wrench is recommended to tighten
the hex nuts.

10. Secure the front and rear plates to the mounting tray with four of the included #6

screws.

11. If desired, choose one of the provided four sizes of self-adhesive cover sheets, and

apply it to the underside of the mounting tray.

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Decorator-style Unit Mounting

Captive
Screw
Connectors

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

The HDMI 201 A D transmitter and receiver can be installed in a one-gang electrical wall
box with a decorator-style wall plate cover (supplied).

The installation must conform to national and local electrical codes and to the size
requirements of the wall plate.

UL/safety guidelines

The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of the
decorator-style transmitters and receivers into a wall or furniture.

1. These units are not to be connected to a centralized DC power source or used beyond

their rated voltage range.

2. These units must be installed in UL listed junction boxes.

3. These units must be installed with conduit in accordance with National Electrical Code.

Preparing the site and installing the wall box

Choose a location that allows cable runs without interference. Allow enough depth for
both the wall box and the cables. The box should be at least 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) deep
to accommodate the connectors and cables. Install the cables into the wall, furniture, or
conduits before installing the wall plate.

NOTE: The decorator-style units are very deep and have connectors on the back side

(figure 10). Extron recommends its 1-gang or 2-gang junction boxes, which
have a depth of 2.5 inches (6.4 cm).

2.50” [63.5mm]

TP Cable
(no boot)

TP Cable
(no boot)

Junction Box

1.51” [38.48mm]

1.85” [47mm]

Figure 10. Decorator-style Unit Depth Profile

To install a new wall box, perform steps 1 through 9 on the next page. If a suitable wall
box is already installed, perform steps 6 through 9 on the next page. UL listed wall boxes
are recommended.

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1. If a wall box is not available to use for a template, see the dimensions on page 30

Signal
Output
Cab

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

to create a template. If installing directly into furniture, cut out the center portion of
your template.

2. Place the wall box (or your template) against the installation surface, and mark the

opening guidelines.

3. Cut out the material from the marked area.

4. Insert the wall box into the opening. The rear connectors on the box or wall plate

should fit easily into the opening. Enlarge or smooth the edges of the opening if
needed.

5. Secure the wall box with nails or screws, leaving the front edge flush with the outer

wall or furniture surface (figure 11).

NOTE: If attaching the wall box to wood, use four #8 or #10 screws or 10-penny

nails. A minimum of 0.5 inch (1.3 cm) of screw thread must penetrate the
wood.

If attaching the wall box to metal studs or furniture, use four #8 or #10
self-tapping sheet metal screws or machine bolts with matching nuts.

Wall Stud

le

Cable
Clamp

Screws

or Nails

Wall Stud
Signal
Output
Cable

Cable
Clamp

Screws

or Nails

Figure 11. Installing the Wall Box

6. Feed the TP cables and, if applicable, the audio and power cables through the

opening and through the wall box punch-out holes, securing them with cable clamps
to provide strain relief.

NOTES: • In order to fit in the junction box, the TP cables and RJ-45 connectors

should not have a boot installed.

• One power supply can power both the transmitter and the receiver, so
only one unit needs a power supply.

7. Trim back and/or insulate exposed cable shields with heat shrink to reduce the chance

of short circuits.

To prevent short circuits, the outer foil shield can be cut back to the point where the
cable exits the cable clamp.

8. Connect the cables to the rear of the unit. See Connections, later in this manual, for

connector wiring details.

9. Connect front panel devices (see Connections, later in this manual, for connector

details), restore the power supply, and test the transmitter/receiver system. Make
any cabling adjustments before final installation, as the cables will be inaccessible
afterwards.

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Final installation

W

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

After testing and making any adjustments, do the following:

1. At the power outlet, unplug the power supply.

NOTE: One power supply can power both the transmitter and the receiver, so only

one unit needs a power supply.

2. Mount the transmitter or receiver into the wall box, and attach the supplied decorator-

style faceplate to the unit, as shown in figure 12.

Wall Box

Faceplate

all opening

is flush with

edge of box.

INPUT

HDMI

AUDIO-R

RS-232

AUDIO-L

Tx

PASS THRU

Rx

Extron
HDMI 201 A D

Figure 12. Mounting the Transmitter or Receiver

3. At the power outlet, reconnect the power supply. This powers up both units.

15

Connections

HDMI 201 A D Tx Front Panel

INPUT

RS-232

PASS THRU

AUDIO-R

HDMI

AUDIO-L

Rx
Tx

2

3

1

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

Transmitter Connections

The wall-mountable transmitter is in an enclosure that can be mounted in UL standard
wall boxes with decorator-style face plates. The rack-mountable transmitter is in a quarter
rack width enclosure.

Figure 13 shows the front panel of the HDMI 201 A D Tx. Figure 14, on the next page,
shows the rear panel of both HDMI 201 Tx models.

Figure 13. HDMI 201 Tx Front Panel Connectors

HDMI Input connector — Connect an HDMI cable between this port and

a

the HDMI output port of the digital video source. See HDMI connector pin

assignments for pin assignments.

RS-232 connector — Connect a serial communications port to this 3.5 mm, 3-pole

b

captive screw connector for bidirectional RS-232 communication. See RS-232

connector wiring to wire the connector.

NOTE: The RS-232 connector can also transmit one-way modulated infrared (IR)

signals. See Modulated IR Pass Through Application.

16

HDMI 201 Tx Rear Panel

POWER

12V

0.4A MAX

RS-232

PASS THRU

Tx Rx

12

HDMI INPUT

HDMI 201 Tx

POWER

12V

0.4A MAX

DO NOT

CONNECT

TO LAN

1

2

O
U
T
P
U
T
S

HDMI 201 A D Tx

L

AUDIO

OUTPUT

R

4

6

HDMI 201 A D Tx Rear Panel

5

4 1 25

Figure 14. HDMI 201 Tx Rear Panel Connectors

(White Jacket)

Tip (Signal)

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

Input Audio (HDMI 201 A D Tx only) connectors — Plug an unbalanced

c

stereo audio input into this pair, left and right, of female RCA connectors (figure 15).

Figure 15. RCA Connector Wiring

DC power input connector — Plug the included external 12 VDC power supply

d

into either this 2-pole connector or the power input connector on the receiver
(item g on page 19). See Power supply wiring to wire the connector.

Sleeve (Gnd )

Right Channel
(Red Jacket)

Left Channel

Tip (+)

Sleeve ( )

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Transmitter output ports — Connect one end of two separate TP cables to these

Unbalanced Output Balanced Output

AUDIO

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

e

RJ-45 female connectors on the transmitter.

ATTENTION:

• Do not connect this connector to a computer data or telecommunications

network.

• Ne connectez pas ces port à des données informatiques ou à un réseau de

télécommunications.

Connect the free ends of the same TP cables from the transmitter to the female Input

RJ-45 connectors (item h on page 20) on the receiver.

See TP cable termination to properly wire the RJ-45 connectors.

NOTES: • Extron recommends 28AWG to 24AWG TP cable for the RJ-45

connectors.

• For resolutions of 1600x1200, 1920x1200, and 1080p, Extron strongly
recommends DTP26 cable, or equivalent.

• Connect transmitter output 1 to receiver input 1. Connect transmitter
output 2 to receiver input 2.

• If necessary, test for proper cable connection (output 1 to input 1,
output 2 to input 2) as follows:

. Plug both TP cables into the powered unit.

1

2. Momentarily connect either of the cables on the opposite end into

the “2” connector on the unpowered unit.

If the Power LED on the unpowered unit is lit, the connection is

correct.

If the Power LED on the unpowered unit is not lit, unplug the

connector on the unpowered end and connect the other cable to
the “2” connector.

Audio Output connector (HDMI 201 A D Tx only) — Connect one end of a

f

5-wire audio cable to this 3.5 mm, 5-pole direct insertion connector.

Connect the free end of the same cable from the transmitter to any compatibly wired

unit, such as a switcher, an amplifier, or an HDMI 201 A D Rx (decorator-style) receiver
(item k on page 21).

Figure 16 shows how to wire the captive screw audio connector. Insert the wires into

the appropriate openings in the direct insertion connector. Tighten the screws on the
side to fasten the wires.

R

OUTPUT

L

Figure 16. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Transmitter Audio Output

ATTENTION:

• For unbalanced audio, connect the sleeves to the ground contact. DO NOT

connect the sleeves to the negative (-) contacts.

• Pour l’audio asymétrique, connectez les manchons au contact au sol. NE PAS

connecter les manchons aux contacts négatifs (–).

NO GROUND HERE.

Tip
Sleeve (s) Sleeve (s)

NO GROUND HERE.

Tip

AUDIO

R

OUTPUT

L

Ring
Tip

Ring

Do not tin the wires!

Tip

18

Receiver Connections

HDMI 201 Rx Rear Panel

HDMI 201 A D Rx Rear Panel

POWER

12V

0.4A MAX

12

HDMI OUTPUT

RS-232

PASS THRU

Tx Rx

HDMI 201 Rx

POWER

12V

0.4A MAX

DO NOT

CONNECT

TO LAN

1

2

I
N
P
U
T
S

HDMI 201 A D Rx

L

AUDIO

INPUT

R

7 9 108

7

11

8

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

The rack-mountable receiver is in quarter rack width enclosure. The wall-mountable
receiver is in an enclosure that can be mounted in UL standard wall boxes with
decorator-style face plates.

Figure 17 shows the rear panel of both HDMI 201 Rx models. Figure 18, on the next
page, shows the front panel of the HDMI 201 A D Rx (decorator-style) receiver.

Figure 17. HDMI 201 Rx Rear Panel Connectors

DC power input connector — Plug the included external 12 VDC power supply

g

into either this 2-pole connector or the power input connector on the transmitter
(item d on page 17). See Power supply wiring to wire the connector.

19

HDMI 201 A D Rx Front Panel

OUTPUT

Rx
Tx

RS-232

PASS THRU

AUDIO-R

HDMI

AUDIO-L

10

12

9

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

Figure 18. HDMI 201 A D Rx Front Panel Connectors

Receiver input ports — Connect one end of the two separate TP cables from the

h

transmitter output connectors (item e on page 18) to these RJ-45 female connectors.

ATTENTION:

• Do not connect this connector to a computer data or telecommunications

network.

• Ne connectez pas ces port à des données informatiques ou à un réseau de

télécommunications.

Connect the free ends of the same TP cables from the receiver to the female Output

RJ-45 connectors (item e on page 18) on the transmitter.

See TP cable termination to properly wire the RJ-45 connectors.

NOTE: • Extron recommends 28AWG to 24AWG TP cable for the RJ-45

connectors.

• For resolutions of 1600x1200, 1920x1200, and 1080p, Extron strongly
recommends DTP26 cable, or equivalent.

• Connect transmitter output 1 to receiver input 1. Connect transmitter
output 2 to receiver input 2.

• If necessary, test for proper cable connection (output 1 to input 1,
output 2 to input 2) as follows:

1. Plug both TP cables into the powered unit.

2. Momentarily connect either of the cables on the opposite end into

the “2” connector on the unpowered unit.

If the Power LED on the unpowered unit is lit, the connection is

correct.

If the Power LED on the unpowered unit is not lit, unplug the

connector on the unpowered end and connect the other cable to
the “2” connector.

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HDMI Output connector — Connect an HDMI display for the transmitted direct

Unbalanced Input Balanced Input

AUDIO

Pin Signal

1

TMDS data 2+

TMDS data 2-

TMDS data 0–

TMDS clock- +5 V power

Hot plug detect

CEC control*

Reserved

(NC)

TMDS data 1+ TMDS clock+

TMDS clock

shield

SDA

DDC / CEC

Ground

TMDS data 2

shield

Pin Pin Signal Signal

2

713

41016

11 17

12 18

19

* CEC control on pin 13 is a proprietary
usa

g

e, not the industry standard.

14

3

TMDS data 0-

TMDS data 0

shield

8

9

SCL

15

TMDS data 1-

TMDS data 1

shield

5

6

HDMI

HDMI

Type A Receptacle

Type A Plug

1

18 2

19

1

182

19

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

i

digital image. See HDMI connector pin assignments for pin assignments.

RS-232 connector — Connect a serial communications port to this 3.5 mm, 3-pole

j

captive screw connector for bidirectional RS-232 communication. See RS-232

connector wiring to wire the connector.

NOTE: The RS-232 connector can also transmit one-way modulated infrared (IR)

signals. See Modulated IR Pass Through Application.

Audio Input connector (HDMI 201 A D Rx only) — Connect one end of a

k

5-wire audio cable to this 3.5 mm, 5-pole direct insertion connector. Connect the free
end of the same cable to any compatibly wired audio source unit, such as a output of
a switcher or a HDMI 201 A D Tx (decorator-style) transmitter (item f on page 18).

Figure 19 shows how to wire the captive screw audio connector. Insert the wires into

the appropriate openings in the direct insertion connector. Tighten the screws on the
side to fasten the wires.

Pin Assignments and Wiring

R

OUTPUT

L

Sleeve
Tip

Sleeve
Tip

AUDIO

R

OUTPUT

L

Ring
Tip
Sleeve (s)
Ring
Tip

Do not tin the wires!

Figure 19. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Receiver Audio Input

Output Audio — Plug an audio device into this pair, left and right, of female RCA

l

connectors (figure 15 on page 17) for an unbalanced stereo audio signal.

HDMI connector pin assignments

Figure 20 defines the pinout for the HDMI protocol.

Figure 20. HDMI Connectors

21

TP cable termination

5

Pin

1
2

3

6
7

8

4

N Terminate both ends of both cables identically, in accordance with

either the TIA/EIA T 568A or the TIA/EIA T 568B wiring standard.

Wire color

White-green

Green

White-orange

White-blue

Orange

White-brown
Brown

Blue

Data 0+
Data 0–

Data 1–
ID Clock–
Data 2+

Data 2–

Wire color

White-green
Green

White-orange

White-blue
Orange

White-brown
Brown

Signal

TIA/EIA T

568 A

TIA/EIA T

568 B

RJ-45 #1

ID Clock+
Data 1+Blue

CEC
HPD
RS-232

TX

+12 V
RS-232

RX

DDC data
Ground

RJ-45 #2

DDC Clk

12345678

Insert

Twisted

Pair Wires

Pins:

RJ-45
Connector

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

Figure 21 details the recommended termination of TP cables with RJ-45 connectors in
accordance with either the TIA/EIA T 568A or the TIA/EIA T 568B wiring standard.

Figure 21. TP Cable Termination

NOTES: • RJ-45 termination with CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, or DTP26 cable must

comply with the TIA/EIA T 568A or TIA/EIA T 568B wiring standard for all
connections.

• Extron recommends 28AWG to 24AWG TP cable for the RJ-45 connectors.

• Do not use Extron UTP23SF-4 Enhanced Skew-Free™ A/V UTP cable to link
the transmitter and receiver. Skew-free A/V cable was designed for most
Extron TP transmitter/receiver applications, but the HDMI 201 Tx/Rx does
not work properly with this cable.

• In order to fit in the junction box, the TP cables and RJ-45 connectors
should not have a boot installed.

• Connect transmitter output 1 to receiver input 1. Connect transmitter
output 2 to receiver input 2.

• If necessary, test for proper cable connection (output 1 to input 1, output 2
to input 2) as follows:

1

. Plug both TP cables into the powered unit.

2. Momentarily connect either of the cables on the opposite end into the

“2” connector on the unpowered unit.

If the Power LED on the unpowered unit is lit, the connection is correct.

If the Power LED on the unpowered unit is not lit, unplug the connector

on the unpowered end and connect the other cable to the “2”
connector.

• The transmitter and receiver pair works with unshielded twisted pair (UTP)
or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables; but, to ensure FCC Class A and CE
compliance, STP cables are required. See Terminating shielded cable.

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Terminating shielded cable

Peel back shield and
fold back.

Aluminum Tape

Wrap tape around folded foil shielding.
Slightly overlap.
Cut and save the excess tape

for other connectors.

Crimped Connector

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

The Tx and Rx each include two shielded RJ-45 connectors and a length of self-adhesive
shielded tape that you can use to make the STP cables that connect the transmitter and
receiver.

NOTES: • The transmitter and receiver pair works with unshielded twisted pair (UTP)

or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables; but, to ensure FCC Class A and CE
compliance, STP cables are required.

• Extron supplies the connectors and the shielded tape. You must supply the
CAT 5, 5e, 6, or DTP26 cable.

Terminate the STP cable as follows:

1. Peel back the cable shielding (figure 22) from the end of the cable the length of the

RJ-45 connector body (approximately 7/8 inch [2.2 cm]) and fold it back.

Figure 22. Peeling Back the Cable Shielding

2. Cut away and discard the clear cellophane inner wrapper from the end of the cable

back to the folded-over cable shielding.

3. Peel the backing off the self-adhesive shielded aluminum tape and wrap it around

the folded-over cable shielding, slightly overlapping the beginning of the tape
(figure 23).

Figure 23. Wrapping the Shielded Tape

4. Cut the unused portion of the shielded tape and retain for shielding other RJ-45

connectors.

5. Feed each individual wire into the appropriate slot of the RJ-45 connector and crimp

the cable in the normal manner, folding the tangs at the end of the connector over
the shielded tape (figure 24).

Figure 24. Crimped RJ-45 Connector

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Power supply wiring

Power Supply

Output Cord

NOTE

Captive Screw

Connector

SECTION A–A

Ridges

Smooth

AA

Ferrite Bead

DC Power Cord
(between power supply
and HDMI unit
power connector)

Decorator-style units
have a shorter connector,
without the tie wrap.

Tie Wrap

3

5

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

NOTES: • Only one power supply is required. A single power supply connected to

either unit in the pair powers both units.

• A single power supply is included with systems packaged as a pair.

• A power supply is also included with each individually-packaged transmitter.

Figure 25 shows how to wire the connector. Snap the provided ferrite bead onto the
DC power cable, between the power supply and the connector on the HDMI unit. For
non-decorator-style units only, use the supplied tie-wrap to strap the power cord to the
extended tail of the connector.

Figure 25. Power Connector Wiring

ATTENTION:

• If not provided with a power supply, this product is intended to be supplied by

• Si le produit n’est pas fourni avec une source d’alimentation, il doit être alimenté

• Unless otherwise stated, the AC/DC adapters are not suitable for use in air

• Sauf mention contraire, les adaptateurs CA/CC ne conviennent pas à une

• The installation must always be in accordance with the applicable provisions of

• Cette installation doit toujours conforme aux dispositions applicables du Code

a UL Listed power source marked “Class 2” or “LPS” and rated output 12V dc,
minimum 1.0 A minimum. Always use a power supply supplied by or specified

by Extron. Use of an unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance
certification and may cause damage to the supply and the end product.

par une source d’alimentation certifié UL de classe 2 ou LPS, avec une tension
nominale 12 Vcc, 1 A minimum. Utilisez toujours une source d’alimentation
fournie ou recommandée par Extron. L’utilisation d’une source d’alimentation
non autorisée annule toute conformité réglementaire et peut endommager la
source d’alimentation ainsi que le produit final.

handling spaces or in wall cavities.

utilisation dans les espaces d’aération ou dans les cavités murales.

National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, article 725 and the Canadian Electrical
Code part 1, section 16. The power supply shall not be permanently fixed to a
building structure or similar structure.

américain de l’électricité (National Electrical Code) ANSI/NFPA 70, article 725, et
du Code canadien de l’électricité, partie1, section16. La source d’alimentation
ne devra pas être fixée de façon permanente à une structure de bâtiment ou à
une structure similaire.

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ATTENTION:

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

•

Power supply voltage polarity is critical. Incorrect voltage polarity can damage
the power supply and the unit. The ridges on the side of the cord (see figure 25
on the previous page) identify the power cord negative lead.

•

La polarité de la source d’alimentation est primordiale. Une polarité incorrecte
pourrait endommager la source d’alimentation et l’unité. Les stries sur le côté du
cordon (voir l’illustration 25 sur la page 24) permettent de repérer le pôle
négatif du cordon d’alimentation.

To verify the polarity before connection, plug in the power supply with no load and check
the output with a voltmeter.

CAUTION:
ATTENTION :

• The wires must be kept separate while the power supply is plugged in. Remove

power before wiring.

• Les deux cordons d’alimentation doivent être maintenus séparés lorsque la

source d’alimentation est branchée. Coupez l’alimentation avant d’effectuer un
raccordement.

• The length of exposed wires is important. The ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm).

• Any longer and the exposed wires may touch, causing a short circuit between

them.

• Any shorter and the wires can be easily pulled out even if tightly fastened by

the captive screws.

• La longueur des câbles exposés est importante. La longueur idéale est de 5mm

(3/16inches).

• S’ils sont trop longs, les câbles exposés pourraient se toucher et provoquer

un court-circuit.

• S’ils sont trop courts, ils peuvent être tirés facilement, même s’ils sont

correctement serrés par les borniers à vis.

• Do not tin the power supply leads before installing them in the connector. Tinned

wires are not as secure in the connector and could be pulled out.

• Ne pas étamer les conducteurs avant de les insérer dans le connecteur. Les

câbles étamés ne sont pas aussi bien fixés dans le connecteur et pourraient être
retirés.

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RS-232 connector wiring

ansmit pin on connected unit

Connected RS-232

Tx/Rx

HDMI 201

INPUT

Rx
Tx

RS-232

PASS THRU

AUDIO-R

HDMI

AUDIO-L

Power

HDMI 201 Tx and HDMI 201 Rx Front Panel

HDMI 201 A D Tx and HDMI 201 A D Rx Front Panel

Power

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

Figure 26 shows how to wire the RS-232 connector for all units.

Operation

Pins

Rx
Tx

Device Pins

Ground
Tr
Receive pin on connected unit

Figure 26. RS-232 Connector Wiring

CAUTION: The length of the exposed (stripped) copper wires is important. The

ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm). Longer bare wires can short together.
Shorter wires are not as secure in the connectors and could be pulled out.

NOTES: • Do not tin the power supply leads before installing them in the direct

insertion connector. Tinned wires are not as secure in the connectors and
could be pulled out.

• The RS-232 connector can also transmit one-way modulated infrared (IR)
signals. See Modulated IR Pass Through Application.

Figure 27 shows the power indicator on all models.

NOTE: Two units are shown. All transmitter and receiver models have power indicators

in the locations shown.

Figure 27. Front Panel Indicators

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Transmitter Power Indicator

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

Power LED —

HDMI 201 Tx (non-decorator-style) — This front panel LED lights green to indicate

that the unit is receiving power:

HDMI 201 A D Tx (decorator-style) — This two-color front panel LED lights to
indicate signal and power status as follows:

Amber — The unit is receiving power but not an HDMI input.

Green — The unit is receiving power and a signal is present on the HDMI input.

Receiver Power Indicator

Power LED —

HDMI 201 Rx (non-decorator-style) — This front panel LED lights green to indicate

that the unit is receiving power:

HDMI 201 A D Rx (decorator-style) — This two-color front panel LED lights to
indicate signal and power status as follows:

Amber — The unit is receiving power but not a TP input.

Green — The unit is receiving power and a signal is present on the TP input.

System Operation

After the transmitter, the receiver, and their connected devices are powered up, the system
is fully operational. If any problems are encountered, ensure all cables are routed and
connected properly.

NOTE: Ensure that the video source and display selected for the DDC are properly

connected to the transmitter/receiver pair, and that the transmitter, the receiver,
and the display have power applied before power is applied to the video
source. If all other devices are not turned on before the video source, the
image may not appear.

Technical Points for Digital Video and Content Protection Encryption

• Digital Visual Interface (DVI) is a digital video format that was created by the

computer industry in 1999.

• High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI®) is a multimedia format that was

created by the consumer video industry in 2003.

о The HDMI format is built onto the DVI format, adding digital audio and control

while reducing the size of the connector.

о The HDMI format is likely to replace the DVI format in the near future.

о With passive adapters, the HDMI format is backward compatible with the DVI

format.

•

With Extron adapters, cables, or both, the HDMI 201 fully supports either format,
regardless of the connector type on the video source and display.

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• High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is an encryption method that

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

• Without active buffering, an HDCP key signal can travel only a short distance. The

• With active buffering, an HDCP key signal can travel as far as other signals to

• The HDMI 201 actively buffers the HDCP key.

Troubleshooting

HDMI signals run at a very high frequency and are especially susceptible to bad video
connections, too many adapters, or cables that are too long. To avoid the loss of an image
or introduction of image jitter, follow these guidelines:

• The HDMI cable on the input to the transmitter or the output of the receiver should

• Use only cable designed for HDMI signals.

• Limit or avoid the use of adapters or patch points between the transmitter and receiver.

• If the display exhibits a flashing black or blue screen, snow, or other distortion, a non-

protects copyrighted digital entertainment material that uses DVI video.

о HDCP is generated by video player hardware, enabled by the video content.

о The HDCP key is transmitted with the Display Data Channel (DDC).

о The DDC signal line was designed for the low data rate of the DDC; the HDCP key

rate is much higher.

display may properly receive the digital video signal, but not the HDCP key. Without
the key, the display cannot decrypt the video signal. Symptoms of undecrypted video
may include a flashing black or blue screen or “snow”.

ensure proper decryption.

not exceed 10 feet (3 m).

HDCP compliant display may be receiving an HDCP-encrypted signal.

Check for an HDCP problem by ejecting the DVD from the player. If the display
distortion stops and the DVD menu or screen saver image is clear, the problem is
HDCP-related.

• If image artifacts are present, the TP cable may be the cause. Extron recommends

DTP26 cable.

• The HDMI 201 works as described in point-to-point applications. Do not use any

additional adapters, patch panels, or couplers with the input HDMI cables, output
HDMI cables, and twisted pair cables. Additional links in the signal chain can result in
the reduction of signal integrity and overall cable length performance.

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Application Examples

udio

Audio System

HDMI 201 A D Tx Rear

System

HDMI 201 A D Tx

HDMI 201 • Installation and Operation

Audio Conversion

Figure 28 shows a standard installation with HDMI video and an audio input. The
HDMI 201 A D Tx converts the video input into two proprietary TP outputs. The Tx
outputs the audio directly on a captive screw connector.

HDMI In

Source

Audio

RS-232

PASS THRU

INPUT

HDMI

AUDIO-R

AUDIO-L

Rx
Tx

HDMI 201 A D Tx Front

HDMI 201 A D Tx

2

O
U
T
P

DO NOT

CONNECT

U

TO LAN

T
S

1

TP1

TP2

L

Balanced Audio Out

AUDIO

OUTPUT

R

POWER

12V

0.4A MAX

Figure 28. Typical Installation

Modulated IR Pass Through Application

Figure 29 shows an installation in which the Tx/Rx pair sends a modulated infrared (IR)
signal across the link. On the Tx side, control system is connected to the Tx pin (the
modulated IR signal) and the Gnd (signal ground) on the transmitter. An IR emitter is
connected to the Tx and Gnd receiver output.

POWER

12V

0.4A MAX

12

Projector

HDMI 201 Rx

RS-232

HDMI OUTPUT

PASS THRU

Tx Rx

HDMI 201 Rx

Balanced A

Wiring

L+

L-

R+
R-

Control

Modulated IR

Figure 29. Installation Routing Modulated IR

Ground

RS-232

PASS THRU

INPUT

HDMI

AUDIO-R

AUDIO-L

Rx
Tx

Flat Panel Display
w/ IR Control

TP 1

TP 2

12V

0.4A MAX

HDMI 201 Rx

POWER

12

IR Emitter

HDMI OUTPUT

HDMI 201 Rx

RS-232

PASS THRU

Tx Rx

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Template

(11.43 cm)

Tx or

Dimensions

Decorator-style Template Dimensions

If you need to create a template, use the dimensions shown on figure 37, below.

NOTE: The drawing is not full size or to scale. Do not scale up or print to use as a

template.

2.79"

(7.09 cm)

Top

Panel

1.9"

(4.83 cm)

4.50"

Figure 37. Decora Template Dimensions

2.8"

(7.1 cm)

SURFACE CUT-OUT

AREA FOR

FURNITURE MOUNT

To install a
1-gang
HDMI 201 A D
HDMI 201 A D Rx
directly into
furniture or
wall, cut along
this line.

HDMI 201 • Template Dimensions 30

Extron Warranty

Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years
from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty
workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components,
to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is
returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:

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Singapore

This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care, electrical
or mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions, or if modifications were made to the product that were not
authorized by Extron.

NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return

Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.

USA: 714.491.1500 or 800.633.9876 Europe: 31.33.453.4040
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name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.

Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality,
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advised of such damage.

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