SMART-AVI RK8-HDX-ULT Quick Start Manual

RK8-HDX-ULT

Quick Start Guide

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20180212

Consolidate up to eight 4K HDMI

extenders in one powered rack unit to

transmit HD signals up to 450 feet

away using Cat5e/6 cables.

8-Port HDMI, IR, RS232 and Power

Extender Rack Over Cat5e/6

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

VIDEO

Format HDMI 1.3 (HDCP Compliant)

Resolutions 800x600, 1024x768 ,

1280x1024, 1366x768,
1920x1200, 480i, 720p, 1080i,
1080p, 4K x 2K @30Hz @24bit

Transmission
Distance

450 feet (137 meters)

Color Depth Deep Color 36/30/24 Bit at 1080p

and 3D

Audio Format Up to PCM 8 channel, Dolby Digital

TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio

IR Range 38kHz, 56kHz

Video Bandwith 10.2Gbps

Input Video Signal 1.2 Volts P-P

Input DDC Signal 5 Volts (TTL)

I/O CONNECTOR (Transmitter)

Input

8 x (HDMI-A) 19PIN Socket
8 x 3.5mm Jack for IR Receiver

Output

8 x RJ45 Jack

I/O CONNECTOR (Receiver)

Input

1 x RJ45 Jack
1 x 3.5mm Jack for IR Receiver

Output

1 x 3.5mm Jack for IR Emitter
1 x HDMI-A 19PIN Socket

MECHANICAL - Transmitter

Dimensions 17"H x 6"W x 1.7"D

Weight

3.26 lbs

Power

110/220V

ENVIRONMENTAL

Operating Temp. +0 to +40° C (+32° to 104° F)

Humidity 10% to 85% (Non-condensing)

Storage Temp. -20° to +60°C (-4° to +140° F)

SAFETY

Certificate FCC, CE, RoHS

Power Adapter UL, CE, FCC, RoHS

OPTIONAL

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

HDX-ULT-RX-S

HDX Receiver. HDMI Receiver over
Cat5e/6 STP. Includes: [HDX-ULT-RX
& (PS12VDC2A)]

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

RK8-HDX-ULT-S

Rack for 8 HDMI & IR Extenders over
a Single Cat5e/6 Cable. Includes:
[RK8-HDX-ULT-TX and (CCWPWR)]

Quick Start Guide

Rear View

Front View

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

1. Before connecting, make sure all sources are powered down.

2. Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI source to the HDMI IN port of the RK8-HDX-ULT transmitter.

3. Connect an IR emitter (optional) to the IR OUT port on the transmitter.

4. Connect the RK8-HDX-ULT transmitter to the HDX-ULT receiver using a CAT5e/6 cable (up to 450ft).

5. Connect an IR receiver (optional) to the IR IN port on the receiver.

6. Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT port on the RK8-HDX-ULT receiver to the HDMI display.

7. Connect the power on the HDX-ULT transmitters by plugging in their power adapters (12VDC2A) or provide
12VDC input from the rear DC input port.
NOTE: If the RX side has a connected DC adapter, the TX can get the DC power over the CAT5e/CAT6 cable, so
leave the DC input port empty. Only 1 power supply is required for both units. (In certain cases, if the receiver
has too much drop off power, we recommend to connect a 12V DC power supply to each receiver.

8. Power on the HDMI source, displays and speakers. The RX will read the EDID from the monitor, and then pass
the data into the TX automatically.

INTALLATION NOTE: Do not stack receiver units. Stacking inhibits heat distribution.

INTRODUCTION

The RK8-HDX-ULT is the perfect solution for extending

4K HDMI signals to 8 remote locations 300 feet via

PoE or up to 450 feet when both sides are powered,
ensuring peak performance when transmitting ultra­high quality picture resolutions. The RK8-HDX-ULT is
the perfect extender solution for any system, and
works in tandem with SmartAVI matrixes for robust
routing configurations. Plus, with RS-232 and IR
remote control, taking command is convenient and
easy every time!

It is the ideal way to consolidate up to eight
workstation computers into one location. It is fully

compatible with MAC, PC and LINUX HDMI standards.

Up to eight displays can be extended easily from a
rack without the mess or expense of multiple
extenders. Rather than buy multiple extenders for
rack components, and having to find power strips or
numerous power outlets for the adapters, the
SmartAVI rack series of extenders allows for up to
eight transmitters and eight receivers with only one
power supply.

Whether it’s for a home entertainment system or a

commercial installation, the RK8-HDX-ULT delivers

flexibility and control. Don’t let the distance bring your

system down: let the RK8-HDX-ULT extend your reach
today!

FEATURES

 Extends HDMI, IR, and Power Output over Cat5e/6
 Extends IR Control Signals for Remote Control
 Supports 1080p/60fps and 4K/30Hz resolution
 Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) up to 300 ft
 Transmits up to 450 ft when both sides are powered
 Data Signals up to 3.4Gbps
 HDCP compliant; EDID learning
 Bi-directional IR and RS-232 control
 LED status indicators
 Rack mountable
 Up to 8 units on single rack