B-500-RX-230-IR Installation Manual
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture. Do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualied
service personnel.
1. Read and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. Keep for future reference.
2. Do not use this apparatus near water.
3. Clean only with a dry cloth.
4. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install according to manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus
(including ampliers) that produce heat.
6. Do not override the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades - one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
7. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug, convenience
receptacles, and the point where it exits from the apparatus.
8. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
9. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as when the 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.
10. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT NO
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, ARE PLACED ON THE EQUIPMENT.
11. TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE
POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE.
12. THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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CAUTION
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated
dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equivalent triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
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B-500-RX-230-IR Installation Manual
1. Table of Contents
2. Product Overview ..................................................................................................4
2.1. Features............................................................................................................4
2.2. Package Contents ............................................................................................4
3. Recommended for Installation .............................................................................4
4. Receiver Layout.....................................................................................................5
5. Wiring Recommendations ....................................................................................6
5.1. HDBaseT Link ...................................................................................................6
5.2. HDMI Cable ......................................................................................................7
6. Power Supply.........................................................................................................7
7. Installation Instructions ........................................................................................8
8. IR Pass-Through ....................................................................................................9
8.1. Port Pinouts ......................................................................................................9
8.1.1. IR Receiver Port (3.5mm {1/8”} Stereo) .....................................................9
8.1.2. Yellow Tag IR Adapter ................................................................................9
8.1.3. IR Flasher Port ...........................................................................................9
8.2. IR Installation ...................................................................................................10
8.3. IR Pass-Through Application Diagrams ...........................................................10
8.3.1. IR Control System to Control Displays ......................................................10
8.3.2. IR Receiver System to Control Sources....................................................10
9. Specications ....................................................................................................... 11
10. WARRANTY .........................................................................................Back Cover
11. Contacting Technical Support ...........................................................Back Cover
www.snapav.com Support: 866.838.5052
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B-500-RX-230-IR Installation Manual
2. Product Overview
The B-500-RX-230-IR extends HDMI over a single Cat5e/6 using HDBaseT technology allowing
video and audio transmission to remote displays from any HDBaseT Transmitter including the B-500MTRX-230 family of HDBaseT matrix switchers. The B-500-RX-230-IR supports all HDMI dened
Audio and Video formats, including 3D Video and 4K, and features bi-directional IR pass-through.
2.1. Features
Form and Function
• Designed specically for use with B-500-MTRX-230 HDBaseT matrix switchers to extend HDBaseT
to displays without the need for a separate transmitter
• Wall-mountable housing design for easy installation
• Extends HDMI formats over a single cable
Cat5e/Cat6: Up to 200ft (4k up to 115 ft)
Cat6a: Up to 230ft (4k up to 130 ft)
• Transmits HDMI Signal via HDBaseT up to 10.2Gbps
• HDCP 1.4 Compliant
• Latch locking power supply
Video
• 2D Resolutions up to 1080p@60Hz – 48 Bit Deep Color
• 3D Resolutions up to 1080p@24Hz – 48 Bit Deep Color
• 4K x 2K up to 130 ft.
Audio
• Supports all HDMI supported audio formats, including DTS-HD Master and Dolby TrueHD
Bi-Directional IR Pass-Through
• Supports IR Signal up to 60 KHz
• Adaptive Circuit on IR Receiver accepts input levels from 2V DC to 12V DC.
2.2. Package Contents
(1) B-500-RX-230-IR
(1) 5V DC 2A Power Supply
(1) Yellow Tag Adapter
(4) Rubber Feet
(1) Installation Manual
(2) HDBaseT Cable Labels
(2) Mounting Screws
3. Recommended For Installation
Note: For use in applications utilizing a B-500-MTRX-230 matrix switcher to transmit HDBaseT signal from
sources. The IR pass-through feature will not work correctly with any other model or brand of equipment.
To Extend HDBaseT
(Section 5, Wiring Recommendations)
• Category 5e/6 Cable
• RJ45 Connectors
• (1) HDMI Cable
For IR Pass-Through
(Section 8, IR-Pass Through)
• IR Flasher/s
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Tools
• Wire Stripper or Wire Scissors
• RJ45 Crimper
• Network Cable Analyzer or Continuity Tester
• IR Receiver
• Mono-mini 3.5mm cable/s
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