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Blackbird™ HDBaseT™ 1x4 Splitter and Extender
P/N 31058
User's Manual
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CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES ....................................................................................................................................... 3
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
FEATURES .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
CUSTOMER SERVICE .................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
PACKAGE CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Splitter Front Panel ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Splitter Rear Panel................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Receivers ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
SAMPLE CONNECTION DIAGRAM .................................................................................................................................................. 8
IR CONTROL......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Controlling the Display Devices ................................................................................................................................................. 9
Controlling the Source Device ................................................................................................................................................... 10
EDID MANAGEMENT .................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
RS-232 CONTROL .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
System Configuration ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13
TECHNICAL SUPPORT ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Splitter ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Receivers ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these
safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
This device is intended for indoor use only.
Do not expose this device to water or moisture of any kind. Do not place drinks or
other containers with moisture on or near the device. If moisture does get in or on
the device, immediately unplug it from the power outlet and allow it to fully dry
before reapplying power.
Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures. Do not place it in, on,
or near heat sources, such as a fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it in direct
sunlight.
Do not place or install this device in an area where it can be exposed to excessive
amounts of dust, humidity, oil, smoke, or combustible vapors.
Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical damage. Do not use if
physical damage has occurred.
Before plugging the unit into a power outlet, ensure that the outlet provides the
same type and level of power required by the device.
Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the connector
head or adapter body.
Ensure that power is turned off and disconnected before making any electrical
connections.
Take care to prevent damage to the power cord. Do not allow it to become
crimped, pinched, walked on, or become tangled with other cords. Ensure that the
power cord does not present a tripping hazard.
Clean using a soft, dry cloth only. Do not use chemical cleaners, solvents, or
detergents. For stubborn deposits, moisten the cloth with warm water.
This device has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open, service, or
modify this device.
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INTRODUCTION
The Blackbird™ HDBaseT™ 1x4 Splitter and Extender features a single HDMI® input, which
splits into four HDBaseT outputs and an HDMI pass-through output for connecting a local
HDMI display. It supports video resolutions up to 1080p@60Hz and all HDMI audio formats.
It can extend the HDBaseT signal to the included HDBaseT receiver to distances up to 492
feet (150 meters) using a single Cat6 Ethernet cable. It supports the Power over Cable (PoC)
feature, which allows the receivers to be powered by the splitter over the Ethernet cable
connection. It supports bi-directional IR extension and RS-232 serial control.
FEATURES
Splits a single HDMI® input to four HDBaseT™ outputs
Includes an HDMI pass-through output for connecting a local display
Supports video resolutions up to 1080p@60Hz, as well as all HDMI audio formats
Extends 1080p@60Hz signals to distances up to 492 feet (150 meters) over a single
Cat6 Ethernet cable
Supports the Power over Cable (PoC) feature, allowing the HDBaseT receivers to be
powered by the splitter over the Ethernet cables
Supports bi-directional IR control
Supports RS-232 control
Features smart EDID management with the ability to use fixed EDID using the rear
panel DIP switches
Compatible with the HDMI 1.4 and HDCP 2.2 specifications
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CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to ensuring that your ordering,
purchasing, and delivery experience is second to none. If you have any problem with your
order, please give us an opportunity to make it right. You can contact a Monoprice
Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our website
www.monoprice.com during normal business hours (Mon-Fri: 5am-7pm PT, Sat-Sun: 9am-
6pm PT) or via email at support@monoprice.com
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed
below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice Customer Service for a
replacement.
1x Blackbird™ HDBaseT™ 1x4 splitter and extender
4x HDBaseT receivers
2x Splitter short mounting ears
2x Splitter long mounting ears
8x Receiver mounting ears
12x Mounting ear screws
20x Plastic feet
1x IR receiver
4x IR transmitters
1x RS-232 cable (3-pin to DB9)
4x 3-pin Euroblock connectors
1x AC power adapter (24 VDC, 2.71A)
1x User's manual
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Splitter Front Panel
1. POWER LED: The LED illuminates red when power is applied.
2. INPUT LED: The LED illuminates green when there is HDMI® source input.
3. HDMI OUT: The LED illuminates green when there is HDMI output.
4. HDBT OUTPUTS: The LEDs illuminate green when there is HDBaseT™ output on the
corresponding channel.
5. EDID: The EDID switch allows you to determine the behavior of the smart Extended
Display Identification Data (EDID) management system.
Splitter Rear Panel
1. HDMI IN: HDMI® port for connecting the HDMI video source device.
2. HDMI OUT: HDMI pass-through port for connecting a local display.
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3. HDBT OUTPUTS: Four RJ45 jacks for connecting a Cat6 Ethernet cable to connect
with the HDBaseT™ receivers. The HDCP LEDs illuminate green when the video
contains HDCP protected content. The LINK LEDs illuminate yellow when there is a
valid link with the corresponding HDBaseT receiver.
4. IR ALL IN: 3.5mm jack for connecting the included IR receiver.
5. IR ALL OUT: 3.5mm jack for connecting one of the included IR transmitters.
6. EDID PRESET: DIP switches for setting a fixed EDID value. See the
MANAGEMENT
7. REMOTE CONTROL: 3-pin Euroblock connector for connecting a computer for pass-
through RS-232 control.
8. MASTER CONTROL: 3-pin Euroblock connector for connecting a computer for RS-232
control of the splitter.
9. GROUND: Ground connector.
10. DC 24V: DC barrel connector for connecting the included AC power adapter.
section for more details.
EDID
Receivers
1. POWER LED: The LED illuminates red when power is applied.
2. RS232: 3-pin Euroblock connector for connecting a computer for pass-through RS-
232 control.
3. HDMI OUT: HDMI® port for connecting an HDMI display.
4. CTRL/UPDATE: This switch controls the behavior of the RS-232 connection. When in
the CTRL position, it serves as a pass-through RS-232 control. When in the UPDATE
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position, it allows you to update the Valens IC program by running a batch file on
your computer.
5. HDBT OUT: RJ45 connector for connecting the Cat6 Ethernet cable from the splitter.
The HDCP LED illuminates green when the video contains HDCP protected content.
The LINK LED illuminates yellow when there is a valid link with the splitter.
6. IR IN: 3.5mm jack for connecting an IR receiver.
7. IR OUT: 3.5mm jack for connecting one of the included IR transmitters.
8. DC 12V: DC barrel connector for connecting a 12 VDC AC power adapter (not
included). Power will be carried from the splitter to each receiver over its
corresponding Ethernet cable using the Power over Cable (PoC) feature.
SAMPLE CONNECTION DIAGRAM
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IR CONTROL
This kit features bi-directional infrared pass-through. It includes one IR receiver and four IR
transmitters, which allows for control of the remote displays/projectors from the source
location. In order to control the source device from the remote locations, you will need to
provide four IR receivers and one IR transmitter.
Controlling the Display Devices
The default use for the IR extension feature is to control the remote displays from the
source location. One IR receiver and four IR transmitters are supplied to this end. To control
the remote devices, plug an IR transmitter into the IR OUT port on each of the receivers,
then position the IR emitter where it can transmit IR signals to the IR receiving eye on the
remote display/projector. Next, plug the IR receiver into the IR ALL IN jack on the splitter,
then position the IR eye where it can receive signals from the remote control(s).
Following is a sample connection diagram for this IR control method.
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Controlling the Source Device
To control the source device, you will need to provide one IR transmitter and four IR
receivers. Plug the IR transmitter into the IR ALL OUT port on the splitter, then position the
IR emitter where it can transmit IR signals to the IR receiving eye on the source device.
Next, plug the IR receivers into the IR IN jacks on each of the receivers, then position the IR
eyes where they can receive signals from the remote control.
Following is a sample connection diagram for this IR control method.
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EDID MANAGEMENT
ID
Switches
EDID
0
0000
The source device will automatically obtain the EDID of the
display connected to the HDBT OUT 1.
1
0001
The source device will automatically obtain the EDID of the
display connected to the HDBT OUT 2.
2
0010
The source device will automatically obtain the EDID of the
display connected to the HDBT OUT 3.
3
0011
The source device will automatically obtain the EDID of the
display connected to the HDBT OUT 4.
4
0100
The source device will automatically obtain the EDID of the
display connected to the HDMI OUT port.
The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) is used by
the source device to match its video resolution with the
capabilities of the connected display. The EDID switch on the
front panel is used to set the basic behavior of the EDID
system.
L.RES: When set to this position, the splitter reads the EDID of all connected
displays and uses the EDID of the least capable display.
PRESET: When set to this position, the splitter will obtain its EDID from the position
of the DIP switches on the rear panel.
H.RES: When set to this position, the splitter reads the EDID of all connected
displays and uses the EDID of the most capable display.
The EDID PRESET DIP switches on the rear panel allow you to
specify the exact EDID settings to send to the video source
device. The following table shows the individual DIP switch
settings for various EDID combinations.
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0101
Sets the resolution to 2D 720p with 2-channel audio.
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0110
Sets the resolution to 3D 720p with 2-channel audio.
7
0111
Sets the resolution to 2D 720p with multichannel audio.
8
1000
Sets the resolution to 3D 720p with multichannel audio.
9
1001
Sets the resolution to 1080p with 2-channel audio.
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1010
Sets the resolution to 1080p with multichannel audio.
RS-232 CONTROL
This splitter features an RS-232 connector with the ability be controlled by a third party RS-
232 control software, as well as to pass RS-232 control signals through the receivers. It
supports serial communications rates of 2400, 4800, 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600, or
115200 baud.
To use RS-232 control, plug one end of the included RS-232 cable in to the MASTER
CONTROL connector on the switch, then plug the other end into an available serial port on
your computer. The RS-232 communications protocol is as follows:
Baud Rate: 9600 (default)
Data Bits: 8
Stop Bits: 1
Parity: None
Download and install a third party RS-232 control software, such as
CommWatch.exe, whose interface is shown below as an example.
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Command
Function
Feedback
OFF0.
Turns off all outputs
OFF All
OFF1.
Turns off the local HDMI® output
OFF 1
OFF2.
Turns off the HDBT 1 output
OFF 2
OFF3.
Turns off the HDBT 2 output
OFF 3
OFF4.
Turns off the HDBT 3 output
OFF 4
OFF5.
Turns off the HDBT 4 output
OFF 5
ON0.
Turn on all outputs
ON All
The switch can respond to the following RS-232 commands:
System Configuration
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ON1.
Turns on the local HDMI® output
ON 1
ON2.
Turns on the HDBT 1 output
ON 2
ON3.
Turns on the HDBT 2 output
ON 3
ON4.
Turns on the HDBT 3 output
ON 4
ON5.
Turns on the HDBT 4 output
ON 5
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to assist you with any
questions you may have about installation, setup, troubleshooting, or product
recommendations. If you ever need assistance with your new product, please come online
to talk to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates. Technical
support is available through the online chat button on our website www.monoprice.com
during regular business hours, 7 days a week. You can also get assistance through email by
sending a message to tech@monoprice.com
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model
31058
Video Input
1x HDMI®
Video Outputs
1x HDMI, 4x HDBaseT™
Maximum Input Resolution
4K@30Hz
HDMI Maximum Output Resolution
4K@30Hz
HDBaseT Maximum Output Resolution
1080p@60Hz
Bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Transmission Method
HDBaseT
Transmission Distance
up to 492 feet (150 meters)
HDMI Version
1.4
HDCP Version
2.2
Input Power
24 VDC, 2.71A
AC Adapter Input Power
100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Maximum Power Consumption
35 watts
Operating Temperature
+32 ~ +104°F (0 ~ +40°C)
Storage Temperature
+14 ~ +131°F (-10 ~ +55°C)
Relative Humidity
10 ~ 90% RH, non-condensing
Dimensions
8.6" x 6.2" x 1.7" (219 x 158 x 44 mm)
Weight
2.7 lbs. (1.24 kg)
Splitter
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Receivers
Video Input
1x HDBaseT™
Video Output
1x HDMI®
Maximum Video Resolution
1080p@60Hz
Bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Transmission Method
HDBaseT
Transmission Distance
up to 492 feet (150 meters)
HDMI Version
1.4
HDCP Version
2.2
Input Power
12 VDC, 1 or Power over Cable (PoC)
Maximum Power Consumption
9.5 watts
Operating Temperature
+32 ~ +104°F (0 ~ +40°C)
Storage Temperature
+14 ~ +131°F (-10 ~ +55°C)
Relative Humidity
10 ~ 90% RH, non-condensing
Dimensions
4.1" x 3.3" x 0.6" (104 x 84 x 16 mm)
Weight
4.9 oz. (140 g)
Blackbird™ is a trademark of Monoprice Inc.
HDBaseT™ and the HDBaseT Alliance logo are trademarks of the HDBaseT Alliance.
HDMI®, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
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