Hall Research UHBX-S-PSE User Manual

User’s Manual

HDMI Video Extender with

Bidirectional IR, and RS232

Send HDMI, IR, full-duplex RS232, and PoH Power

500 ft (150 m) on a single Cat6 cable

Model numbers covered in this User’s Manual:

Individual Ends

UHBX-S-PSE HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Sender with Power Supply (PSE)
UHBX-S-PD HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Sender Remotely Powered (PD)
UHBX-R-PSE HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Receiver with Power Supply (PSE)
UHBX-R-PD HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Receiver Remotely Powered (PD)

Kits

UHBX-P1 HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Extender, Sender (PSE) powers Receiver (PD)
UHBX-P2 HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Extender, Receiver (PSE) powers Sender (PD)

© Copyright 2013. Hall Research, Inc. All rights reserved.

1163 Warner Ave Tustin, CA 92780, Ph: [phone], Fax [phone]

UMA1215 Rev n/c

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HDMI Extender with Power, IR, and RS-232

Table of Contents

1.0 Introduction ...................................................................................... 3

2.0 Features ............................................................................................. 4

3.0 Model numbers covered in this Manual .......................................... 4

4.0 Setup .................................................................................................. 5

4.1 Package Contents .......................................................................... 5

4.2 Sender Connections ...................................................................... 5

4.3 Receiver Connections ................................................................... 8

4.4 Setting the Distance Mode ............................................................ 9

4.5 LED indicators .............................................................................. 9

5.0 Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 10

6.0 Specifications .................................................................................... 11

TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL

Hall Research and its logo are trademarks of Hall Research. Any other trademarks
mentioned in this manual are acknowledged as the property of the trademark owners.

FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

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
interference to radio communication. It has been designed 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 intended to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at their own expense will
be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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UHBX-Series

1.0 Introduction

This manual covers a few of the UHBX series of HDMI extenders by Hall
Research. These products are comprised of individual sender and receiver
modules that can send HDMI, bidirectional IR, full-duplex RS232, and PoH
(power over HDBaseT) over distances of up to 150 meters (500 feet) using a
single Cat6 cable.

The products can extend HDMI or single-link DVI video of virtually any
resolution, to a maximum distance of 500 ft (150 m). Two user selectable
distance modes are available: Standard and Long Reach. These modes are
explained further in section 4.4 of this manual.

The extenders comply with Power-over-HDBaseT or PoH, hence only one
end requires a power supply. The end identified as PSE (power sourcing
equipment) injects power on to the Cat6 cable and the side identified as PD
(powered device) is powered through the Cat6 cable.

The PSE side requires connection of an AC adapter that supplies 5v DC,
while the PD side is simply powered through the RJ45 connector from the
opposite side.

Senders and Receivers are available in both PSE and PD versions. Prior to
placing an order, it is important to determine which scenario works best for a
given setup since the direction of power flow is determined by the model
numbers ordered and cannot be reversed in the field.

Figure 1 – Block Diagram for power sent from Sender to Receiver

Figure 2 – Block Diagram for power sent from Receiver to Sender

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Full-duplex RS232 Serial Port extension is provided that can operate at any
baud rate to 115,200 (independent of video activity). The extender can also
extend IR from one end to the other. IR Detector and IR Emitter cables are
sold separately. The IR extension preserves the modulation (carrier)
frequency and provides compatibility to virtually any standard. It supports
modulation range from 30 KHz to 60 KHz

2.0 Features

• Extends HDMI or DVI video to 500 ft on just one Cat6

• Includes RS232 and IR extension in both directions

• Supports virtually all HDMI and DVI resolutions including 4Kx2K

• Only one end requires power, other side is powered via UTP

• Power-over-HDBaseT meets IEEE 802.3af standard

• Sturdy metal enclosures with mounting provisions

• Complies fully with HDBaseT standard

• Runs from just one +5vDC supply

• RS232 Supports all baud rates regardless of presence of video

• IR extension is carrier frequency agnostic and supports 30 KHz to

60 KHz modulation to provide compatibility across all IR standards

• Fully isolates ground between TX and RX sides

• Compact, Rugged, Reliable, and Economical

• Made in USA

3.0 Model numbers covered in this User’s Manual

Individual Ends

UHBX-S-PSE HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Sender with Power Supply (PSE)
UHBX-S-PD HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Sender Remotely Powered (PD)
UHBX-R-PSE HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Receiver with Power Supply (PSE)
UHBX-R-PD HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Receiver Remotely Powered (PD)

Kits

UHBX-P1 HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Extender, Sender (PSE) powers Receiver (PD)
UHBX-P2 HDMI+RS232+IR+PoH UTP Extender, Receiver (PSE) powers Sender (PD)

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UHBX-Series

4.0 Setup

4.1 Package Contents

All part numbers that include a Sender come with one 1m (3 ft) HDMI cable
for connection to a video source.

The PSE devices and kits also include a universal 5vDC power adapter.

4.2 Sender Connections

Figure 3 - Sender Connections (UHBX-S-PSE shown above)

4.2.1 Sender Video Connection

Connect the HDMI input to the source using the cable provided. If you need
to substitute a different cable, for example if the 3 ft supplied cable is not
long enough, then you should use quality HDMI cables. The HDMI input
connector on the box has a locking nut above it. Hall Research offers
compatible locking high-quality HDMI input cables.

Figure 4 –

Hall Research C-HDMI-L
high bandwidth HDMI cable
with flip-up locking tab

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3

RX

Input

5

GND

HDMI Extender with Power, IR, and RS-232

4.2.2 Sender Serial Data Connection

If required, plug DB9 RS232 cable from source to the connector on the box.
Typically a straight-through male-to-female cable is used to connect to the
sender. Pin out of the RS232 connector on the sender is shown below

DB9-F Pin Term Direction

2 TX Output

4.2.3 IR Connections

The extender can extend Infra-red Remote Control signals in both directions.
On each box two IR connectors are provided: “IR Detector” and “IR
Emitter.”

IR Detector Cable

As the names imply the IR detector jack requires connection to a compatible
IR detector cable. This device uses “pass-thru” IR detector cable that
maintains the IR modulation. Compatible cables are available from Hall
Research (Model Number CIR-DET-P2). Pin out: Tip=Data, Ring=+5V DC,
Sleeve=GND

Figure 5 –

IR Detector Cable CIR-DET-P2

(Detector eye has adhesive backing)

IR Emitter (Blaster) Cables

Currently two IR emitter cables are available: CIR-EMT and CIR-EMT2.

CIR-EMT, shown below, is recommended for most applications

Figure 6 –

IR Emitter Cable CIR-EMT

(Emitter has adhesive backing)

Pin out: Tip=Anode, Ring=Cathode, Sleeve=Not Connected

An alternative Emitter cable is CIR-EMT2. This cable is better suited for
situations where there is a need to isolate and confine the IR signal to just

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one device. A separately sold adhesive rubber cover can be used to confine
the IR beam to just one target device. The CIR-EMT2 is placed in a cavity in
the cover and stuck on the target device directly over its IR sensor. A typical
application scenario is when several identical video sources are located in
close proximity to each other and they need to be independently controlled.

The CIR-EMT2 has a mono-type plug. Pin
out: Tip=Anode, Sleeve=Cathode

Figure 7 –

Alternate IR Emitter Cable CIR-EMT2

Figure 8 –

Emitter Cover: CIR-EMT2-CVR

(shown with CIR-EMT2)

4.2.3 Power Connection

The senders with -PSE suffix have a power input jack, whereas the -PD
senders do not (they get power through CAT6 cable). The -PSE Sender has a
+5vDC power input connector. The power input is over-voltage protected
and reduces the chance of damage if a wrong supply is accidentally plugged
in. As shipped the package includes a universal power supply with 5vDC
@3.2A output.

UHBX-Series

Figure 9 –

Power Supply
Model: 511-PS5032A

(shown next to pen for reference)

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4.2.4 UTP (Twisted Pair Catx) Connection

The extender is designed to be used with CAT6 UTP or STP cabling.
However, CAT5e cables may be used but the maximum cable length will be
reduced by approximately 20% depending on the quality of the cable.

Augmented CAT6 cables can also be used, and are recommended for
extension distances exceeding 140 meters (or >450 feet).

T568A termination standard is recommended for the UTP cable, However
T568B will also work (as long as both ends are terminated the same way).

In EMI noisy environments (such as close proximity to power transformers
or AC wiring) shielded twisted pair (STP) cable is recommended. If STP is
used it is important to ensure the RJ45 connector on both ends of the cable
have the required metal shroud and that the cable shield/drain wire is
electrically connected to the metal shroud.

4.3 Receiver Connections

Figure 10 - Receiver Connections (UHBX-R-PSE shown above)

4.3.1 Receiver Video Output

Connect the HDMI output to the remote display's HDMI input using high
quality HDMI cables. Note that the HDMI output connector on the Receiver
has a locking nut so that compatible output cables can be positively
anchored.

4.3.2 Receiver IR, UTP, and Power Connections

Please refer to the description given in section 4.1 since these connections
work the same way on both the Sender and the Receiver.

4.3.3 Receiver Serial Connection

If required, plug DB9 RS232 cable from the Receiver to the device being
controlled (such as a projector or switcher). Pin out of the Male RS232
connector on the sender is shown below

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DB9-M Pin

Term

Direction

2

RX

Input

PWR

Power. Indicates unit is powered

UHBX-Series

3 TX Output
5 GND

4.4 Setting the Distance Mode

Mode UTP Length Notes

STD 0 to 100 m (330ft) Default setting
L.R. 0 to 150 m (500ft) Long Reach setting

Supports maximum of 1080p@60 Hz, 8-bit.

1080p deep-color and 4Kx2K are not supported

The extender has a mode setting that affects the maximum achievable
extension distance. The Distance Mode switch is located on the Receiver (the
Sender does not have a mode switch). The mode switch is a small slide
switch located under the HDMI output connector on the Receiver.

Two modes are available: Standard (STD), and Long Reach (L.R.). If the
length of UTP cable is less than 100 meters (330 ft), then STD mode should
be used. For lengths above 330 ft Long Reach (L.R.) mode must be set.

When using “Long Reach” ensure that the source does not output 1080p with
deep color nor 4K video since these formats are not supported in L.R. mode.

4.5 LED indicators

ACTIVITY Firmware Running. Blinking means device firmware is running properly
LINK UTP Link. Solid on means Sender & Receiver are communicating
HDCP Video Status. Off = No Video, Blink = Video, Solid ON = Video + HDCP

Figure 11 –

Mode Switch

Figure 12 – LED Indicators

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5.0 Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing problems getting the extender to work properly,
please use the following troubleshooting suggestions.

 Make sure that all of the connections on both the sender and the

receiver are solid. Loose connections are the number one cause of
issues.

 Try resetting the system by unplugging the power supply connected to

the PSE side, waiting 5 seconds and plugging it back.

 Check the state of the LED’s on the front of both the sender and the

receiver. Refer to the table in section 4.5 to interpret the status being
indicated.

 If the cable length is longer than 100 meters (330 ft) set the Mode

Switch on the receiver to L.R. (Long Reach) position (see section 4.4).

 In L.R. mode the unit does not support deep-color, or 4Kx2K video.

 Make sure the display is compatible with the video source by

connecting them directly.

 Make sure that the UTP or STP cable meets the requirements. Never

use low-skew cable for digital video extension (low skew cables are
suited for analog video extension, but do not work well for digital
video). Read section 4.2.4 for UTP cable requirements.

 The extender requires that the source DDC signals of its HDMI output

operate at100 KHz or less and support clock-stretching. The vast
majority of sources meet these requirements. But if you determine that
a particular source does not (by substituting a video pattern generator,
or a different source), an HDMI transceiver may be needed. Hall
Research offers the model EMX-HD-AUD that has a compatible
output, can handle virtually any HDMI input, and has proven its ability
to resolve source incompatibility issues.

If you still are not able to get the system working properly, contact Hall
Research support (preferably via email or the form on support page of
www.hallresearch .com) with a detailed description of the issue and the
troubleshooting steps you have taken.

Do not open or try to repair the unit yourself as this will void your warranty.
To return the extender for repair, you must contact HR Support at 714-641­6607 or via email or web. To ship the unit back for repair, make sure to
obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.

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HDMI 1.4 video specifications

including 12 bit color depth, 3D video and 4K support)

Signal type

TMDS

Audio

Formats

All HDMI Embedded Audio including: LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD and

Other Signals

DDC

Pass-Thru DDC for reading EDID directly from remotely connected LCD
KHz

PoH

Power-over-HDBaseT meets IEEE 802.3af standard. PD side identifies as

watts). Actual power consumption of PD side is 5.5 watts

General

Power Supply

100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, external; 5 VDC, 3.2 A, regulated
Receiver 5.5 watts (19 BTU) maximum

Temp/humidity

Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, non-condensing
Cooling

Convection

Mounting

End plates have L bracket with hole for surface mounting

Enclosure type

Metal (Aluminum ends, Aluminum Extrusion)

Dimensions

1.18" H x 4.13" W x 4.57" D (30mm H x 105mm W x 116mm D)
supply, power cord, HDMI cable, manual, and packaging

Specifications are subject to change without notice

UHBX-Series

6.0 Specifications

Video

Standards

Connectors Locking HDMI
Resolutions DVI signal VGA (640x480) thru WUXGA (1920x1200)

CEC Pass-Thru DDC for Consumer Electronics Control compatible devices
RS232 Bidirectional (full-duplex) any baud rate up to 115,200
IR

DVI (single link) and HDMI (compliant with

HDTV signal 480i through 1080p
Digital Cinema 4K (4096x2160) – Not supported in Long Reach

DTS-HD Master Audio (32-192kHz sample rate)

and HDCP handshake

Extended in both directions. Carrier modulation range from 30 KHz to 60

Class 2 (3.84–6.49
max

Actual DC current (powering both –PSE and –PD sides) 1.8A max

Power Sender: 3.5 watts (12 BTU) maximum

Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, non-condensing

Depth excludes connectors

Product weight Sender 9.3 oz (0.58 lb or 264 g)

Vibration ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)
Safety CE
EMI/EMC CE, FCC Class A
MTBF 90,000 hours (Calculated Estimate)
Warranty 2 years parts and labor

Receiver 10 oz (0.63 lb or 284 g)
Kit (shipping) 37 oz (2.3 lb or 1050 g) includes: sender, receiver, power

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HDMI Extender with Power, IR, and RS-232

© Copyright 2013. Hall Research, Inc.

All rights reserved.

1163 Warner Ave., Tustin, CA 92780

Ph: [phone]