StarTech.com HDMIEQ Instruction Manual

HDMI Equalizer

HDMIEQ

Instruction Manual

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Converge A/V HDMI Equalizer

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Operating Controls and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

HDMI Pin Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com Converge A/V HDMI Equalizer. Designed to
provide optimized signal equalization, HDMIEQ helps eliminate digital noise to ensure
high quality, HD resolutions up to UXGA/1080p even over distances that exceed normal
limits between the signal source and intended display at distances of up to 40 metres
from signal source to display.

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HDCP compliant

Features

System requirements:

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An HDMI video source

Package contents:

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1 X 5V DC Power Adapter

This package should contain:

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Maintains high HDMI single link video resolution up to UXGA/1080p

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Provides 8dB input equalization to compensate for cable transmission loss

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Simple plug and play installation

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An HDMI capable display

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Standard HDMI cable (for connection from source to equalizer, as well as equalizer to
display

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An available power outlet

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1 X Instruction Manual

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1 X HDMI Equalizer

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Extend to a maximum of 40 metres

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The DVI-I interface supports both digital and analog connections to the display. This 29
pin connector can carry single or dual-link all-digital video/data signals and ground.

Rear Panel

1 2 3 4 5

1 - HDMI Output

2 - Signal Enhance Function ON/OFF - Press this

button for long distance signal enhancement

3 - HDMI Input

4 - DC Power Port

5 - Power LED

Front Panel

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Combined Analog and Digital Connector Pin Assignments

Pin Function Assignment Pin Function Assignment

1 T.M.D.S Data2+ 2 T.M.D.S Data2 Shield
3 T.M.D.S Data2- 4 T.M.D.S Data1+
5 T.M.D.S Data1 Shield 6 T.M.D.S Data1­7 T.M.D.S Data0+ 8 T.M.D.S Data0 Shield
9 T.M.D.S Data0- 10 T.M.D.S Clock+

11 T.M.D.S Clock Shield 12 T.M.D.S Clock-

13 CEC 14 Reserved (N.C. on device)

15 SCL 16 SDA
17 DDC/CEC Ground 18 +5V Power
19 Hot Plug Detect

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Input Device

20 Meters

HDMI

Equalizer

</= 20 Meters

HDMI

Display

1. Remove power from the signal source and display.

2. Locate HDMIEQ such that it is near an available power outlet.

3. Connect HDMIEQ to a nearby power outlet, using the power adapter provided.

4. Connect the signal source to the HDMIEQ HDMI INPUT port, using standard HDMI
cable. Please note that if you are using cables of differing length (totalling 40m), the
longer of the two cables (up to 20m) is used to connect the input source to the
equalizer.

5. Connect the HDMIEQ HDMI OUTPUT port to the display using standard HDMI cable.

6. Restore power to the signal source and display.

7. If necessary, activate the Signal Enhance function.

HDMI

Cable

HDMI

Cable

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StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide
industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.

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This product is backed by a one-year warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its
products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following
the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or
replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and
labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages
arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

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In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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Operating Frequency Up to 165MHz

HDMI Data Transmission Rate 1.65Gbps (single link)

Input/Output Resolutions

PC: VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA up to 165MHz

HD: 480i/576i, 480p/576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

Power 5V 2A Center-positive

Maximum Distance 40 Metres

2 October 2007 (Rev. A)

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