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Installation Instructions
MODELS:
617T, 617R
4K HDR HDMI Tx/Rx over Extended-Reach
Multi-Mode Fiber Optic Cable
SAFETY WARNING
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing
For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site where
updates to this user manual may be found.
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617T, 617R 4K HDR HDMI Tx/Rx over Extended-Reach Multi-Mode Fiber
Optic Cable
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 617T and 617R Plug and Play active 4K HDR HDMI
Tx/Rx over Extended-Reach Multi-Mode (MM) Fiber Optic cable. 617T and 617R extend signals of up
to 4096x2160 @60Hz (4:4:4), over a distance of up to 200m (656ft) without signal scaling or data
compression, providing a maximum data rate of 18Gbps. 617T and 617R are easily and securely
connected via a 2LC fiber connector and can be powered from the USB connector. Alternatively, 617T
only can be powered from the HDMI interface (pin #18).
Figure 1: 617T Transmitter and 617R Receiver
Safety
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.
Avoid direct eye exposure into the optic connectors when powered,
although this product is regulated strictly enough to operate under the
Laser Class 3R for eye safety.
See www.KramerAV.com for updated safety information.
Installation
To install 617T and 617R:
1. Unpack the contents of the package with care.
We recommend that you save the original box and packaging materials for possible future
shipment.
2. Turn on the power to the HDMI source (for example, a laptop) and acceptor (for example, a
display).
3. Power the 617T and 617R:
• Connect the micro USB connector on each device to a USB cable (supplied).
• Connect the USB cable either to the wall-mount power adapter (supplied) and to the
mains, or to a USB port.
The POWER LED lights and the STATUS LED flashes three times.
Although 617T can be powered via pin #18 on the HDMI interface, we
recommend that you use the USB power adapter.
617R can only be powered via the USB power adapter.