Extron electronic DVI 201xi Tx User Manual

DVI & HDMI

DVI Twisted Pair

Transmitter

DVI 201xi Tx

n Transmits single link DVI/HDMI and

RS-232 over two CAT 5-type cables

n Sends 720p, 1080i, and XGA signals

over 200 ft (60 m), 1080p/60 and
1920x1200 over 100 ft (30 m)

n EDID Minder

n DVI input loop-through

n Supports DDC and HDCP

n Automatic input equalization

n Remote powering of receiver

n Bi-directional RS-232/IR

pass-through

n Rack Mountable

DVI 201xi Tx

Transmitter

The Extron DVI 201xi Tx is a twisted pair transmitter that works together with a

DVI 201 twisted pair receiver to send DVI or HDMI signals over distances of 200

feet or more using two standard CAT 5-type cables. The DVI 201xi Tx is ideal for

professional and residential applications that utilize fully digital, long distance

transmission of DVI or HDMI signals.

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DesCrIPtION

Features

The Extron DVI 201xi Tx is a twisted pair transmitter that enables DVI
or HDMI signals to be carried over distances significantly greater than
the specified 5 meter (15 foot) limitation for standard DVI cables.
Linked together using two economical and integration friendly CAT 5,
CAT 5e, CAT 6, or CAT 7 cables, the DVI 201xi Tx transmitter and
a DVI 201 or DVI 201 A D Twisted Pair Receiver work together to
send single link DVI-D or HDMI signals over 200 feet (60 meters) for
HDTV and XGA (1024x768). The DVI 201xi Tx includes EDID Minder,
automatic input equalization, and rack mount capability, all designed
to help optimize system integration for DVI signal transmission.

The DVI 201xi Tx features EDID Minder, which automatically manages
EDID - Extended Display Identification Data communication between
the input source and the display, ensuring the source powers up
properly and reliably delivers content to the display. The DVI 201xi Tx
also supports the long distance transmission of HDTV signals with
HDCP - High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection for copy
protection of digital television broadcasts and high resolution digital
video output from DTV tuners and DVRs, and Blu-ray Disc players.
The DVI 201xi Tx is fully compatible with HDMI signals when used
with the appropriate adapters from Extron.

Several features facilitate convenient, streamlined system integration.
Automatic input equalization reduces the need for additional signal
conditioning equipment by compensating for signal loss when using
long input cable assemblies. The DVI 201xi Tx includes a DVI loop­through to support monitoring on a local display device. RS-232 or IR
signals from a third-party control system can also be transmitted over
the same cabling as the DVI signals, providing remote control of a
projector or flat-panel display. Furthermore, a DVI 201 or
DVI 201 A D receiver attached to the DVI 201xi Tx can be remotely
powered over this cabling, so that external power is necessary only at
the transmitter location.

n Transmits single link DVI-D/HDMI and RS-232 signals over

n Sends 720p, 1080i, and XGA (1024x768) signals over 200 feet

n DVI input loop-through – The DVI 201xi Tx features a DVI-D

n Supports DDC and HDCP – The DVI 201xi Tx fully supports long

n DDC routing to local or remote display – At the DVI 201xi Tx,

n EDID Minder – A selectable feature that enables automatic and

n Automatic input equalization – Actively conditions incoming DVI

n Remote powering of receiver – Only one power supply is

two CAT 5-type cables – Standard UTP/STP cables provide an
economical, easily installed cable solution.

(60 meters), 1080p/60 and 1920x1200 signals over 100 feet
(30 meters) – Utilization of STP - Shielded Twisted Pair cabling

provides added protection from outside interference and increases
overall signal transmission distances.

output for connection to a local monitor.

distance transmission of DDC and HDCP signals.

the DDC or HDCP signal is directed to either the local display
or the remote display, depending on which is more critical in
receiving the signal.

continuous EDID management between the input source and the
display. EDID Minder ensures that the source powers up properly
and reliably outputs content to the display.

signals to compensate for signal loss and timing errors when using
long DVI cables, low quality DVI cables, and source devices with
poor DVI signal output.

necessary to power both devices.

The DVI 201xi Tx transmitter is housed in a rack-mountable 1U, half
rack width metal enclosure. It can be matched with the DVI 201 or
DVI 201 A D Decora
requirements of a specific application.

DVID SL Pro Series
Single Link DVI-D Male to Male Cables

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Twisted Pair Receiver to suit the installation

n Bi-directional RS-232/IR pass-through – Bi-directional RS-232

control or IR signals can be transmitted alongside the DVI signals,
so that the remote display can be controlled without the need for
additional cabling.

n LED indicator for source signal presence and power

n Fully supports HDMI signals when used with optional Extron

HDMI-DVI adapters – Supports CEC Consumer Electronics Control
signal transmission.

n Compatible with DVI 201 and DVI 201 A D Decora receiver –

Enables mixing and matching with desktop and wallplate receivers
to meet application requirements.

n Rack-mountable 1U, half rack width metal enclosure

n External universal power supply included – Provides worldwide

power compatibility.