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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Preliminary
USER MANUAL
Models:
TP-573, HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter
TP-574, HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Receiver
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Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3 Overview 3
3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable 4
3.2 About HDCP 4
3.3 Defining EDID 4
3.4 About HDMI 4
3.5 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance 5
4 Your HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter / Receiver 5
4.1 Your TP-573 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter 6
4.2 Your TP-574 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Receiver 7
5 Connecting the TP-573 and TP-574 8
5.1 Using the RS-232 ports to control a device via a PC 10
5.2 Wiring the CAT 5 LINE IN / LINE OUT RJ-45 Connectors 10
6 Technical Specifications 11
Figures
Figure 1: TP-573 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter 6
Figure 2: TP-574 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Receiver 7
Figure 3: Connecting the TP-573/TP-574 Transmitter/Receiver 9
Figure 4: CAT 5 PINOUT 10
Tables
Table 1: TP-573 HDMI/RS-232 /IR Line Transmitter Features 6
Table 2: TP-574 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Receiver Features 7
Table 3: CAT 5 PINOUT 10
Table 4: Technical Specifications of the TP-573 and TP-574 11
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Introduction
1
Note:
1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and a f fordable solutions to the vast
range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and
broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have
redesigned and upgraded most o f our line, making the best even better! Our
1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups
1
that are clearly
defined b y function.
®
Congratulations on p urchasing your Kramer DigiTOOLS
TP-573
HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter and TP-574 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line
Receiver which are ideal for:
• Home theater, presentation an d multimedia applications
• Rental and staging
The package includes the following:
• TP-573 and/or TP-574
• Power supply (12V DC)
2
• Quick Start guide
2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
• Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and
packaging materials for possible future shipment
• Review the contents of this user manual
• Use Kramer high-performance high-resolution cables
3
You must use shielded Twisted Pair (STP)
cabling with the TP-573, TP-574 (refer to
section 3.1
for further details).
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems;
GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products;
GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity;
GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: www.kramerav.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at www.kramerav.com
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Getting Started
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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
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Overview
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3 Overview
The TP-573 and TP-574 are a twisted pair transmitter and receiver for
HDMI, bidirectional RS-232 and infrared signals. The TP-573 converts the
input signals to a twisted pair signal and the TP-574 converts it back to
HDMI, RS-232 and infrared signals.
Using the TP-573 and TP-574, you can pass via the twisted pair cable:
• EDID (Extended Display Information Data) and HDCP signals
between the TP-573 and TP-574, and vice versa between the TP-574
and TP-573
• HPD (Hot Plug Detect) signals from the display device to the source
The transmitter / receiver pair feature:
• A maximum data rate of 1.65Gbps
• Bidirectional RS-232 and IR interfaces. The IR input/output tr a ns mits
and receives IR commands over CAT 5 cable
1
• An RS-232 baud rate of up to 38400kbps
• HDTV compatibility
2
• A system range
of up to 90m (295ft) at 1080i , or u p to 30m (98ft ) a t
1080p on shielded BC-DGKat524 cable; 90m (295ft) at 1080i, or up to
70m (230ft) at 1080p on shielded BC-DGKat623 cable; 100m (330ft) at
1080i or up to 90m (295ft) at 1080p on sh i el de d BC-DGKat7a23 cable.
Note, use only shielded cables with the TP-573 / TP-574, in which the
cable Ground shielding must be connected / soldered to the shield of
both RJ-45 connectors
• Power save, the TP-573 / TP-574 system goes into standby mode when
the HDMI input is not connected
• The Power Connect System™ – a single connection to the transmitter
powers both units
®
• A compact DigiTOOLS
enclosure where three units can be rack mounted
side-by-side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK-3T rack adapter
1 Compatible with a Kramer transmitter and via a Kramer external re mote receiver: C-A35M/IRR or C-A35M/IRE or
C-A35M/2IRE
2 Note that the transmission range depends on t he signal resolution, graphics card and display used. The distance using nonKramer CAT 5, CAT 6 and CAT 7a cables may not reach these ranges
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Overview
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3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable
Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match
our digital twisted pair products; the Kra mer: BC-DGKat524 (CAT 5 24
AWG), the Kramer: BC-DGKat623 (CAT 6 23 AWG cable), and t he
Kramer: BC-DGKat7a23 (CAT 7a 23 AWG cable). These specially built
cables significantly outperform regular CAT 5 / CAT 6 / CAT 7a cables.
Note: the TP-573 / TP-574 cannot work with unshielded cables.
3.2 About HDCP
The High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard (developed
by Intel), protects digital video and audio signals transmitted over DVI or DVI
connections between two HDCP-enabled devices to eliminate the reproduction
of copyrighted material. To protect copyright h ol ders (such as movie studios)
from having their programs copied and sha red, the HDC P standard provi des for
the secure and encrypted transmission of digital signals.
3.3 Defining EDID
1
The Extended Display Identification Data (E DID
) is a data-structure
provided by a display to describe its ca pabilities to a graphics card (that is
connected to the display’s source). The EDID includes the manufacturer’s
name, product type, timing data supported by the display, display size,
luminance data and (for digital disp lays only) the pixel mapping data.
3.4 About HDMI
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed all-digital
audio/video interface, widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema
industry. It delivers the highest high-definition image and sound quality.
In particular, HDMI
• Provides a simple
set-top box, DVD player, or A/V receiver and video monitor, such as a
digital flat LCD / plasma television (DT V ) , over a single lengthy
1 Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA)
2 Ensuring an all-digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digitalto-analog conversions
3 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
licensing LLC
4 With video and multi-channel audio combined into a s ingle cable, the cost, complexity, and confusion of multiple cables
currently used in A/V systems is reduced
5 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m
3
:
4
interface between any audio/video source, such as a
5
cable
2
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Your HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter / Receiver
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• Supports standard, enhanced, high-definition video, and multi-channel
digital audio
1
on a single cable
• Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and suppo rts 8-channel digital
audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements
and requirements
• Benefits consumers by providing superior, uncompressed digital video
quality via a single cable
2
, and user-fri endly connector
• Is backward-compatible with DVI (Digital Visual Interface)
• Supports two-way communication between the video source (such as a
DVD player) and the digital television, enabling new functionality s uch
as automatic configuration and one-button play
HDMI has the capacity to support:
• Existing hi gh-definition video formats (720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60), as
well as standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL
3.5 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
• Connect only good qual ity connection STP CAT 5 2 4 AWG cables,
thus avoiding interference, deterioration in signal quali ty due to poor
matching, and elevated noise-levels (often associated with low quality
cables)
• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and posit i on
your TP-573/TP-574 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Your HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter / Receiver
This section describes the:
• TP-573 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter, see section 4.1
• TP-574 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Receiver, see section 4.2
1 HDMI supports multiple audio formats, from standard stereo to multi-channel surround-sound. HDMI has the capacity to
support Dolby 5.1 audio and high-resolution audio formats
2 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a di gital interface while also s upporting uncompressed video for mats in a
simple, cost-effective manner
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Your HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter / Receiver
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#
Feature
Function
2
LINE OUT RJ-45 Connector
Connects to the CAT 5 IN RJ-45 connector on the TP-574
3
IR 3.5mm Mini Jack Connector
Connects to an infrared receiver/emitter1
4
RS-232 9-pin D-sub Connector
Connects to an RS-232 port
5
12V DC
+12V DC connector for powering the unit
6
IN LED
Lights when an HDMI input device is connected
7
OUT LED
Lights when an HDMI output device is detected
8
ON LED
Lights when receiving po w er
4.1 Your TP-573 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter
Figure 1 and Table 1
define the TP-573:
Figure 1: TP-573 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Trans m i tter
Table 1: TP-573 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmit ter Features
1 HDMI IN Connector Connects to the HDMI source
1 Compatible with a Kramer transmitter and via a Kramer external remote IR receiver: C-A35M/IRR or C-A35M/IRE or
C-A35M/2IRE
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Your HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Tran s mitt er / Receiver
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#
Feature
Function
1
HDMI OUT Connector
Connects to the HDMI acceptor
3
IR 3.5mm Mini Jack Connector
Connects to an infrared emitter/receiver1
4
RS-232 9-pin D-sub Connector
Connects to an RS-232 port
5
IN LED
Lights when an HDMI input device is connected
6
OUT LED
Lights when an HDMI output device is detected
7
ON LED
Lights when receiving po w er
4.2 Your TP-574 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Receiver
Figure 2 and Table 2
Figure 2: TP-574 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Receiver
Table 2: TP-574 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Receiver Features
2 LINE IN RJ-45 Connector
define the TP-574:
Connects to the CAT 5 IN RJ-45 connector on the TP-573
1 Compatible with a Kramer transmitter and via a Kramer external remote IR receiver: C-A35M/IRR or C-A35M/IRE or
C-A35M/2IRE
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Connecting the TP-573 and TP-574
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5 Connecting the TP-573 and TP-574
You can use the TP-573 HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Transmitter with the TP-574
HDMI/RS-232/IR Line Receiver to configure an HDMI transmitter/receiver
system.
To connect the TP-573 to the TP-574, as illustrated in the example in
Figure 3
On the TP-573 connect:
1. An HDMI source (for example, a DVD player) to the HDMI IN conn ect o r.
2. An IR sensor or emitter to the IR 3.5mm mini jack connector.
3. An RS-232 source (for example, a computer) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub
4. A CAT 5
On the TP-574 connect:
1. The HDMI OUT connector to an HDMI accepto r (for ex ample , an LCD
2. An IR emitter or sensor to the IR 3.5mm mini jack connector.
3. The RS-232 9-pin D-sub connector to an RS-232 acceptor (for example, an
4. The CAT 5
5. The 12V DC power supply to the TP-573 (not shown in Figure 3
, do the following:
1
connector
.
2
or CAT 62 cable to the LINE OUT RJ-45 twisted pair connector.
display with speakers).
RS-232 controllable device)
2
or CAT 62 cable from the TP-573 to t h e L IN E IN RJ -45
twisted pair connector.
1
.
).
1 See section 5.1
2 Using the Kramer BC-DGKat524 and BC-DGKat623 cables, respectively
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Connecting the TP-573 and TP-574
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Figure 3: Connecting the TP-573/TP-574 Transmitter/Receiver
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Connecting the TP-573 and TP-574
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812
5
4
1
4
5 7
8
Shield
632
EIA /TIA 568A
EIA /TIA 568B
PIN
Wire Color
PIN
Wire Color
1
Green / White
1
Orange / White
2
Green
2
Orange
3
Orange / White
3
Green / White
4
Blue 4 Blue
5
Blue / White
5
Blue / White
6
Orange
6
Green
7
Brown / White
7
Brown / White
8
Brown
8
Brown
Pair 1
4 and 5
Pair 1
4 and 5
Pair 2
3 and 6
Pair 2
1 and 2
Pair 3
1 and 2
Pair 3
3 and 6
5.1 Using the RS-232 ports to control a device via a PC
To use the RS-232 ports on the TP-573 and TP-574 to control an RS-232
device, follow these connecting rules:
If the controlled device requires a CROSSED connection:
1
• Use a straight cable
• Use a straight cable
from the computer to the transmitter
1
from the receiver to the device
If the controlled device requires a STRAIGHT connection:
1
• Use a straight cable
• Use a crossed cable
from the computer to the trans mitter
2
from the receiver to the device
Never use a crossed connection to the transmitter
5.2 Wiring the CAT 5 LINE IN / LINE OUT RJ-45 Connectors
Table 3 and Figure 4 define the STP CAT 5 PINOUT
3
, using a straight
pin-to-pin cable with RJ-45 connectors (note, that the cable Ground
shielding must be connected / soldered to the connector shield):
Table 3: CAT 5 PINOUT
Figure 4: CAT 5 PINOUT
Pair 4 7 and 8 Pair 4 7 and 8
1 For a straight connection, connect pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pi n 3, and pin 5 to pi n 5. If a shielded cable is used, connect the
shield to pin 5
2 For a crossed connection, connect pin 2 to pin 3, pin 3 to pi n 2, and pin 5 to pi n 5. If a shielded cable is used, connect th e
shield to pin 5
3 CAT 6 or similar (heavier gauge) cabling can also be used
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Technical Specifications
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TP-573
TP-574
INPUTS:
1 HDMI connector, 1 bidir ectional IR
D-sub connector
1 CAT 5 IN on an RJ-45 connector
OUTPUTS:
1 CAT 5 OUT on an RJ-45 connector
1 HDMI connector, 1 bidirectional IR
D-sub connector
BANDWIDTH:
Supports up to 1.65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel
COMPLIANCE WITH
HDMI STANDARD:
Supports HDMI and HDCP
RS-232 BAUD RATE:
Up to 38400kbps
POWER SOURCE:
12V DC, 510mA
12V DC from TP-573
DIMENSIONS:
12.1cm x 7.18cm x 2.42cm (4.76" x 2.83" x 0.95"), W, D, H
WEIGHT:
0.3kg (0.67lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES:
12V DC power supply
6 Technical Specifi cations
Table 4 includes the technical specifications1.
Table 4: Technical Specifications of the TP-573 and TP-574
port on a 3.5mm mini jack, 1
bidirectional RS-232 port on a 9-pin
port on a 3.5mm mini jack, 1
bidirectional RS-232 port on a 9-pin
OPTIONS: RK-3T 19” rack mount, Kra mer re mote externa l rec eiver2, Kramer BC-DGK at524 ( CAT
5 24AWG), BC-DGKat623 (CAT 6 23AWG) and BC-DGKat7a23 (CAT 7a 2 3 AWG)
cables
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice
2 C-A35M/IRR or C-A35M/IRE or C-A35M/2IRE
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LIMITED WARRANTY
WHO IS PROTECTED?
WHAT IS C OVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED
WHAT W E WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE W ILL NO T PAY FOR
HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE
LIMITA TION OF IMPLIED W ARRANTIES
EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES
CAUTION!
Kramer Electronics (hereafter ) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the
following terms.
Kramer
HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY
Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase.
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.
We will pa y labor a nd mat erial ex pense s for cov ered i tems. W e will n ot pay for the f ollowin g:
The liab ilit y of K ramer f or an y eff ect ive p rod ucts is limi ted t o th e repa ir or r epla cem ent of the pro duc t at ou r op tion. Kram er sha ll
not be li able fo r:
This war ranty gives y ou speci fic le gal righ ts, and you may a lso ha ve oth er right s, whi ch vary from p lace to place.
All produc ts retur ned to Kr amer f or ser vice mus t have prior ap prova l. This may b e obtain ed from y our dea ler .
This equ ipment h as be en teste d to det ermine compl iance w ith the require ments of:
EN-5008 1: "Electromagne tic co mpatibi lity (EMC);
generic emission standard.
Residen tial, comme rcial an d light indus try"
EN-5008 2: "Electromagne tic co mpatibi lity (EMC) ge neric i mmuni ty sta ndard.
Part 1: R esiden tial, commer cial an d light industr y env ironment ".
CFR-47: FCC* Rules and Regulations:
Part 15: “Ra d io frequency devices
Subpart B Unintentional radiators”
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered
by the warranty:
1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site
www.kramerelectronics.com.
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed, or on which the WARRANTY VOID
T AMP ER E D sti c ke r ha s be en torn,
3. Damage, det eriora tion o r malfun ction resulti ng fr om:
i) Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, l ightn ing or other ac ts of nat ure
ii) Product m odifi cation , or fai lure to f ollow instru ction s suppli ed wit h the pro duct
iii) Rep air or a ttempte d repa ir by an yone n ot auth orized by Krame r
iv) Any ship ment of the pro duct (c laims mus t be pr esente d to th e carri er)
v) Remova l or i nstalla tion of the pro duct
vi) Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect
vii)Cartons, eq uipme nt encl osures , cabl es or acc essor ies used in con juncti on with the pr oduct
1. Rem oval or inst allatio ns char ges.
2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the
respon sibili ty of th e Kramer deale r from wh om the pr oduc t was pur chase d.
3. Shipping char ges.
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty
coverage, and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name,
company, address, and a description of the problem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your authorized dealer.
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.
1. Damage to other p roperty c aused b y defect s in th is prod uct, dam ages ba sed upon i nconve nienc e, loss of use of the produ ct, los s
of time, commercial loss ; or:
2. Any other dam ages , whe the r inc ide nta l, c onseq uen tia l or oth erwi se. Som e co untr ies m ay not all ow li mit ati ons o n ho w lon g an
implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limita tions and excl usions m ay not a pply to you.
Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or
modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the
equipment.
Use the supplied DC powe r suppl y to fe ed pow er to the m achine .
Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components.
IF reattached, removed or otherwise interfered with.
* FCC and CE approve d using STP cable (for twiste d pair p roducts)
NOTE:
Part 1:
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For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer
distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerav.com
where updates to this user manual may be found.
We welcome your questions, comments an d feedback.
Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
opening/servicing.
Caution
,
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Web site: www.kramerav.com
E-mail: info@kramerav.com
P/N: 2900-000569 REV 7
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