VCAT-HD Quick Set-Up Guide
Version 1.7.2.0
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The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Peavey Electronics is not liable for
improper installation or configuration. The information contained herein is intended only as an aid to qualified
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Scope
This guide describes how to physically install a VCAT-HD-T or VCAT-HD-R HDBaseT Extender and configure it
with basic settings.
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1 - Important safety instructions
Warning: When using electrical products, basic cautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding plug. The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories provided by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. Never break off the ground pin. Write for our free booklet Shock Hazard and Grounding.
Connect only to a power supply of the type marked on the unit adjacent to the power
supply cord.
16. If this product is to be mounted in an equipment rack, rear support should be provided.
17. Control panel devices, including the xControl range, D series and nTouch 60, are designed
for mounting in NEMA metal enclosures. Grounding to the front plate is required.
18. Note for UK only: If the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this unit do not
correspond with the terminals in your plug‚ proceed as follows:
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a) The wire that is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal that is
Duration Per Day in Hours
Sound Level dBA, Slow
Response
8
90 6 92
4
95
3
97 2 100
1½
102
1
105
½
110
¼ or less
115
marked by the letter E‚ the earth symbol‚
b) colored green or colored green and yellow.
c) The wire that is colored blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the
letter N or the color black.
d) The wire that is colored brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked with
the letter L or the color red.
19. This electrical apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and care should be
taken not to place objects containing liquids, such as vases, upon the apparatus.
20. The on/off switch in this unit does not break both sides of the primary mains. Hazardous
energy can be present inside the chassis when the on/off switch is in the off position. The
mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
21. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause a permanent hearing loss. Individuals
vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will
lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a sufficient time. The U.S.
Government’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the
following permissible noise level exposures:
According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of the above permissible limits could result in
some hearing loss. Ear plugs or protectors to the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when
operating this amplification system in order to prevent a permanent hearing loss, if exposure is
in excess of the limits as set forth above. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to
high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable
of producing high sound pressure levels such as this amplification system be protected by
hearing protectors while this unit is in operation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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What is VCAT-HD?
2 - Introduction
VCAT-HD is an HDBaseT extender comprising transmitter (VCAT-HD-T) and receiver
(VCAT-HD-R).
VCAT-HD delivers HDMI video signals and IR and RS-232 control signals over a single STP
cable. The maximum transmission distance is 70 meters (230 ft) with CAT5e/CAT6 cable.
Features
Support for full HD. Delivers high resolution image (1080p@60Hz@48
b/pixels/3D/4Kx2K).
Max transmission distance is 70 meters over single CAT5e/CAT6 cable.
High Bandwidth: 10.2Gb/s.
HDTV compatible. HDMI 1.4 and HDCP compliant.
Connects an HDMI EDID and HPD source, using a CAT5e twisted pair.
Bi-directional RS232 control.
Bi-directional IR control.
Uses HDBaseT technology.
LED indicators show system status.
Wall/table-mountable aluminum enclosure, PT case design.
External power supply (100Volt~240Volt AC, 50/60Hz).
What's in the box?
VCAT-HD products are packaged in a single container. This container includes the following
items:
1 x VCAT-HD-T
1 x VCAT-HD-R
4 x Mounting ears
8 x Screws
2 x Power adapter (DC 5V)
2 x Captive screw connectors
1 x User manual
If any of these items are missing, please contact your Authorized Peavey MediaMatrix
contractor/dealer.
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Installing the VCAT-HD devices
3 - Installation and configuration
1. Connect one end of an HDMI cable to an HDMI video source (such as a Blu-ray DVD
player), then connect the other end to the HDMI IN port of the VCAT-HD-T.
2. Connect one end of a CAT-5e or CAT-6 cable to the TP OUT port of the VCAT-HD-T,
then connect the other end to the TP IN port of the VCAT-HD-R.
3. Connect one end of an HDMI cable to a video monitor, then connect the other end to the
HDMI OUT port of the VCAT-HD-R.
4. Connect the DC 5V power cables to both the VCAT-HD-T and VCAT-HD-R.
5. If you want to use the IR IN and IR OUT ports for infrared communications, rather than
the internal IR sensors (labeled IR on the front of each device), connect the external
devices to the IR IN and IR OUT ports on the VCAT-HD-T and VCAT-HD-R.
Notes:
If you want to use the IR IN and IR OUT ports on one of the VCAT-HD devices, you
must also use these ports on the other VCAT-HD device.
When the IR IN and IR OUT ports are connected, the internal IR sensors (labeled IR
on the front of each device) are disabled.
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Specification
VCAT-HD-T
VCAT-HD-R
Input
Input Signal
1 HDMI, 1 IR, 1 RS-232
1 IR, 1 RJ-45, 1 RS-232
Input Connector
HDMI, 1/8” 3.5mm IR in
1/8” 3.5mm IR in, RJ-45
Video Signal
HDMI 1.4
Audio
Embedded HDMI audio
Output
Output
1 RJ-45, 1 IR, 1 RS-232
1 HDMI, 1 IR, 1 RS-232
Output Connector
1 RJ-45, 1/8” 3.5mm IR out
1 HDMI, 1/8” 3.5mm IR out
Video signal
HDMI 1.4
Transmission Mode
HD Base T
General
Resolution Range
800x600 ~ 1920x1200
Transmission Distance
Max distance 70M
Gain
0dB ~ 10dB@100MHz
SNR
>70dB@ 100MHz-100M
Differential Phasic Error
±10° @ 135MHz_100M
Bandwidth
10.2Gbps
Return Lost
＜-30dB@5KHz
THD
＜0.005%@1KHz
4 - Reference information
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HDMI Standard
Supports HDMI 1.4 and HDCP
Min.～Max. Level
＜0.3V ~ 1.45Vp-p
Impedance
75Ω
Temperature
-20 ~ +60°C
Humidity
10% ~ 90%
Power Supply
100VAC ~ 240VAC, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption
6.5W
Case Dimension
L134xW77xH30mm
Net Weight
0.8Kg
VCAT-HD-T front and rear
1. IR internal receiver.
2. ON: Blinks green when the transmitter is working correctly.
3. LINK: Twisted pair link status indicator. On when the connection is successful.
4. IN: Solid when the display supports HDCP and the key is passed; Blinks when the display
does not support HDCP.
5. POWER: Lit (red) when the external power supply is connected properly.
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6. TP OUT: Accepts a single data cable for connection to TP IN port of VCAT-HD-R.
7. HDMI IN: Connector for an HDMI source.
8. IR IN: Connector for IR receiver.
9. IR OUT: Connector for IR transmitter.
Notes:
If you want to use the IR IN and IR OUT ports on one of the VCAT-HD devices, you
must also use these ports on the other VCAT-HD device.
When the IR IN and IR OUT ports are connected, the internal IR sensors (labeled IR
on the front of each device) are disabled.
10. RS232: Serial connector for bi-directional pass-thru communications.
11. 5V DC: External power supply connector.
VCAT-HD-R front and rear
1. IR internal receiver.
2. ON: Blinks green when the receiver is working correctly.
3. LINK: Twisted pair link status indicator. On when the connection is successful.
4. OUT: Solid when the display supports HDCP and the key is passed; Blinks when the
display does not support HDCP.
5. POWER: Lit (red) when the external power supply is connected properly.
6. TP IN: Accepts a single data cable for connection to TP OUT port of VCAT-HD-T.
7. HDMI OUT Connector for an HDMI monitor.
8. IR IN: Connector for IR receiver.
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9. IR OUT: Connector for IR transmitter.
TIA/EIA T568A
TIA/EIA T568B
Pin
Cable color
Pin
Cable 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
Ist ground
4-5
1st ground
4-5
2nd
ground
3-6
2nd
ground
1-2
3rd group
1-2
3rd group
3-6
4th group
7-8
4th group
7-8
Notes:
If you want to use the IR IN and IR OUT ports on one of the VCAT-HD devices, you
must also use these ports on the other VCAT-HD device.
When the IR IN and IR OUT ports are connected, the internal IR sensors (labeled IR
on the front of each device) are disabled.
10. RS232: Serial connector for bi-directional pass-thru communications.
11. 5V DC: External power supply connector.
Twisted pair cable connection
Note: For better transmission, shielded data cable is recommended. This includes using
shielded, metal connectors. For proper termination, the ground/shield of the data cable must be
connected to the metal shell of the connector.
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MediaMatrix®
5 Years
MediaMatrix® DPU cards, NION™ Processing
Nodes, CABs, I/O cards, Cinema Processors, Power
Amplifiers, Pre-Amplifiers, Mixers, Electronic Filter
Sets and Dynamics Processors.
1 Year
MM Series Cardframes, MF Series Cardframes,
ControlMatrix™ Host Processors, Servers and
Controllers, nControl, nTouch 180, nTouch 60,
xControl LCDs, nWall, VCAT, VCAT-HD, VGA-2,
VSC, D4S, D1V, Remote Control Panels, Plates,
Paging Stations, Ambient Sense Devices and other
devices installed in user-accessible locations.
90 Days
Loudspeaker Components (including speakers,
baskets, drivers, diaphragm replacement kits and
passive filter networks.) and all Accessory Products
Warranty statement
PEAVEY ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
DOMESTIC (USA) LIMITED WARRANTY
Effective Date: May 1, 2005
What This Warranty Covers
This Warranty covers defects in material and workmanship in
Peavey MediaMatrix products purchased and serviced in the United
States of America (USA).
What This Warranty Does Not Cover
The Warranty does not cover: (1) damage caused by accident,
misuse, abuse, improper installation or operation, rental, product
modification or neglect; (2) damage occurring during shipment; (3)
damage caused by repair or service performed by persons not
authorized by Peavey; (4) products on which the serial number has
been altered, defaced or removed; (5) products not purchased from
an Authorized MediaMatrix Integrator. This warranty does not
cover associated costs incurred from servicing equipment,
including, but not limited to, travel, jobsite-related costs,
fabrication, freight, loaner equipment, installation, cabling or
harnessing, mounting materials or other variable costs.
Who This Warranty Protects
In applications where the product is sold over the counter, this
Warranty protects the original retail purchaser. In applications
where the product is part of an integrated system, and such system is
warrantied by the integrator as a complete assembly, this Warranty
protects only the system integrator.
What Peavey Will Do
We will repair or replace (at Peavey's discretion) products covered
by warranty at no charge for labor or materials. If the product or
component must be shipped to Peavey for warranty service, the
consumer must pay initial shipping costs. If the repairs are covered
by warranty, Peavey will pay the return shipping costs.
How Long This Warranty Lasts
The Warranty begins on the date of purchase by the original retail
purchaser or on the date received by the system integrator. (See Who
This Warranty Protects, above). The duration of the Warranty
varies by product as summarized below.
How To Get Warranty Service
End Users: Take the defective product and your dated sales receipt
or other proof of purchase to your Authorized MediaMatrix Systems
Integrator or Authorized Peavey Service Center. System
Integrators: Ship the defective product, prepaid, to Peavey
Electronics Corporation, International Service Center, 412 Highway
11 & 80 East, Meridian, MS 39301, 601-483-5365. Include a
detailed description of the problem, the name and location of the
jobsite and a copy of your invoice as evidence of warranty coverage.
Please include a complete return shipping address.
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you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If you
have any questions about this warranty or service received, or if you
need assistance in locating an Authorized Service Center, please
contact the Peavey International Service Center at (601) 483-5365.
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