Kramer TP-780TXR Users Manual

USER MANUAL

MODELS:

TP-780TXR

Extended Range HDMI Line Transmitter + POE

TP-780RXR

Extended Range HDMI Line Receiver + POE

P/N: 2900-300576 Rev 2

www.kramerAV.com

Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instruc tions 2

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 About HDBaseT™ Technology 5

3.2 About Power over Ethernet (PoE) 5

3.3 Using Twisted Pair Cable 6

3.4 Defining the TP-780TXR HDMI Line Transmitter + POE 6

3.5 Defining the TP-780RXR HDMI Line Receiver + POE 7

4 Connecting the TP-780TXR and TP-780RXR 8

4.1 Controlling AV Equipment via an IR Transmitter 10

4.2 Connecting to a PC 13

5 Wiring the RJ-45 Connectors 14
6 Technical Specifications 15

Figures

Figure 1: TP-780TXR HDMI Line Transmitter + POE 6
Figure 2: TP-780RXR HDMI Line Receiver + POE 7
Figure 3: Connecting the TP-780TXR/ TP-780RXR Transmitter/Receiver Pair 9
Figure 4: Controlling a DVD Player via the TP-780TXR/RXR 11
Figure 5: Controlling an LCD Display via the TP-780TXR/RXR 12
Figure 6: RS-232 Control via the TP-780TXR/RXR 13
Figure 7: TP PINOUT 14

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receivers, respectively.

1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of
problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals
on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our
line, making the best even better!

Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined by
function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;
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 Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and
GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer TP-780TXR/ TP-780RXR
transmitter/receiver pair, which is ideal for the following typical applications:

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• Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, auditoriums, hotels

and churches, production studios

• Rental and staging

Note that TP-780TXR and TP-780RXR are purchased separately,
and can be connected to other HDBaseT certified transmitters and

are available (where appropriate).

Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

provided with the unit

wall before installing

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

Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/TP-780TXR to check for up-to-date
user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

• Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in
signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)

• Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils

• Avoid interference from neighbouring electrical appliances that may

adversely influence signal quality

• Position your away from moisture, excessive sunli ght and dust

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

2.2 Safety Instructions

Warning:

Warning:

Use only the Kramer Electronics power supply that is

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the

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2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC aims
to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go
to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/

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