HDMI® Extender
over Single Cat5e/
Cat6 Cable
Vanco Part Number:
HDMIEX50
Technical Support
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1. Do not expose this unit to water, moisture,
or excessive humidity.
2. Do not install or place this unit in a built-in
cabinet, or other conned space without
adequate ventilation.
3. To prevent risk of electrical shock or re
hazard, due to overheating, do not obstruct
unit’s ventilation openings.
4. Do not install near any source of heat,
including other units that may produce heat.
5. Do not place unit near ames.
6. Only clean unit with a dry cloth.
7. Unplug unit during lightening storms, or
when not used for an extended period
of time. A surge protector is strongly
recommended.
8. Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched, particularly at the plugs.
9. Use unit only with accessories specied by
the manufacturer.
10. Refer all servicing to qualied personnel.
CAUTION
HDMI is a very complex technology requiring continuous authentication of the signal and the same
video resolution and audio settings on all electronic equipment in the system. When there are multiple
sources and displays, the video resolution and audio setting on all connected units must be adjusted
to correspond with that of the display having the lowest video and audio capability.
WARNING
DEAR CUSTOMER
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please
read these instructions carefully before
connecting, operating or adjusting this product.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
This product is 100% inspected and tested in the United States
to verify HDMI performance parameters.
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FEATURES
The HDMIEX50 is an HDMI extender which can extend your HDMI and control signals over a
single Cat5e/6 up to 164ft/50m to a compatible display. It also supports IR to control the either
the source from the sink/display side to remotely change channels, etc. The HDMI Loop-out port
allows the transmitter to act as a splitter to go to multiple displays. The EQ settings on the
receiver allows for easy adjustment based on cabling distance while the EDID settings on the
transmitter allow for EDID to be managed through either the HDMI Loop-out or the HDMI output
of the receiver for an easy and cost effective solution.
HDMI® Extender over Single Cat5e/Cat6 Cable
Part # HDMIEX50
• Allows HDMI audio/video and control to be transmitted up to 164 ft/ 50m using a single Cat5e or Cat6
cable
• Features HDMI Loop-out port on the transmitter to split of cascade audio and video signals for additional
displays
• IR pass-through control from the receiver to the transmitter with the provided IR cables
• Full HD support of 1080p @60Hz
• Compatible with Dolby, DTS and PCM audio formats
• EQ settings on the receiver allows for easy adjustment based on cabeling distance
• EDID settings on the transmitter allow for EDID to be managed through either the HDMi Loop-out of the
HDMI output of the receiver for an easy and cost effective solution
• HDCP Compliant
• Power supplies: (2) 5V DC
• Dimensions: 3.3”W x .6” H x 2.6” D
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Before attempting to use this unit, please check the packaging and make sure the following items are
contained in the shipping carton:
• HDMI Extender Set
• 1 Wideband IR Tx
• 1 Wideband IR Rx
• 2 DC 5V1A power supply
• 1 User Manual
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Bandwidth ................................................. Single-link 165 MHz (4.95 Gbps)
Video Support ........................................................... 480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p@60H
Audio Support ........................................................... Dolby, DTS, PCM
Transmission Range ................................................... 1080p 24-bit color up to 50m (164ft)
Input TMD Signal ....................................................... 3.3 volts
Input DDC Signal ........................................................ 5.0 volts/P-P
Power Supply ........................................................... DC 5V 1A
ESD Protection .......................................................... ± 8kV (air-gap discharge); Human Body
Model: ± 4kV (contact discharge)
Dimensions (mm) ...................................................... 8.4cm x 6.7cm x 1.5cm
Weight ..................................................................... 460g
Operating Temperature ............................................... 0°C ~ 40°C / 32°F ~ 104°F
Storage Temperature .............................................. -20°C ~ 60°C / -4°F ~ 140°F
Relative Humidity ................................................... 20~90 % RH (non-condensing)
Power Consumption ................................................ 10 W
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
1. HDMI In: This is where you connet the HDMI output port of your source
2. EDID: The HDMIEX50 can copy EDID information from the display at the receiver (left postion) or the HDMILoopout (right position)
3. HDMI Out: Use this port to connect to another HDMI input or display
4. IR Out: Connect the IR emitter cable inluded in the package for IR signal to be transmitted to the source
5. Power LED: Illuminates when the device is connected to a power supply
6. CAT: Connect a well terminated Cat5e/6 cable to go to the CAT input of the receiver
7. Link LED: Illuminates when the device is connected to a HDMI source
8. DC 5V: 5v Power Supply Connection to AC outlet
9. EQ Switcher: Adjusts EQ based on length of CAT cable run
10. HDMI Out: Connects to the HDMI port of the display/sink
11. IR In: Using the included IR Receiver, connect to send IR signals back to be transmitted at the transmitter end.
12. Power LED: Illuminates when the device is connected to a power supply
13. CAT: Connect a well terminated Cat5e/6 from the CAT output of the transmitter
14. Lock LED: Illuminates when the HDMI signal from the transmitter is stable
15. DC 5V: 5v Power Supply Connection to AC outlet
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CONNECT AND OPERATE
1. Connect a source such as a Blu-Ray Player, game console, A/V Receiver, Cable or Satellite Receiver, etc.
to the HDMI input on the Transmitting unit.
2. Connect a display such as an HDTV or HD Projector to the HDMI output on the Receiving unit.
3. Connect a single Category 5e/6/7 to the UTP output of the Transmitting unit, and the other end to the UTP
input of the Receiving unit.
4. For power, plug in the provided 5v power supplies to both the transmitter and receiver.
5. Power on each device in the same sequence
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If you encounter ickering, blinking or distortion on the display, changing the EQ switch
settings can improve the image. Use the chart below as reference but remember that
couplers, wall-plates, or patch panels can result in different settings being needed.
Position Cable Length
Under 15m (49.5)
15-50m (49.5 - 99)
20-40m (99 - 132)
40-50m (132 - 164)
RECEIVER EQUALIZATION
ADJUSTMENTS
IR
The IR control can receive an IR signal from TV end to control the source (Blu-ray DVD),
as well as from a control system or rack to control a display. u-ray DVD), as well as
from a control system or rack to control a display.
1. Insert the 3.5mm IR TX Emitter included with the unit into the IR TX Emitter port.
2. Some later adjustment may be needed to the location of the sensor to achieve the best performance
results - sometimes moving the sensor to different areas on the source can improve IR performance.
3. Insert the 3.5mm IR RX Receiver included with the unit into the IR RX Receiver port.
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NOTICE
1. Vanco HDMI and Cat5e/6 cables are strongly recommended for use with this product to ensure best
results.
2. Incorrect placement of IR Transmitter and Receiver may result in the failure of the IR extenders. Please
check carefully before plugging in the IR extender to the respective IR sockets.
3. The transmission length is largely affected by the type of Cat5e/6 cables utilized, the type of HDMI
sources, and the type of HDMI display. The testing result shows solid UTP cables (usually in the form of
300m [1,000ft] bulk cables) can transmit a lot longer signals than stranded UTP cables (usually in the
form of xed length patch cords). Shielded STP cables are better suited than unshielded UTP cables.
A solid UTP Cat5e/6 cable shows longer transmission range than stranded STP Cat-6 cable. For long
extension applications, use solid UTP/STP category cables.
4. EIA/TIA-568-B termination (T568B) for Cat5e/6 cables is recommended for better performance.
5. To reduce the interference among the unshielded twisted pairs of wires in Cat5e/6 cables, one can use
shielded STP cables to improve EMI problems, which worsens in long cable transmission.
6. The quality of Cat5e/6 cables can have a major effect on how long the transmission limit can achieve and
quality of picture, the actual transmission range is subject to the Cat5e/6 cable utilized. For the best
results, Cat6 is recommended.
7. If your HDMI display has multiple HDMI inputs, it is found that the rst HDMI input [HDMI input #1]
generally can produce better transmission performance among all HDMI inputs
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING
1. Best results are usually achieved when the source and display resolutions are the same. If resolutions
differ, the extenders will try to adjust the signal to match the resolution of the HDTV with the lowest
resolution. This will result in a picture with a lower resolution on the other HDTV sets.
2. If you do not get audio and video, access the “setup” menu on the TV to adjust the audio and video
settings. If the HDMI control circuit cannot establish a handshake, then there usually will be no audio or
video in addition to a blue or black screen with a statement similar to “this protocol not supported” or
“weak signal”.
3. If the above mentioned messages display, reset the receiver by disconnecting the power supply. You can
also disconnect all of the HDMI and power cables, wait 15 minutes for any voltages to decay and then
reconnect all of the cables.
4. If you are still encountering issues, attempt the “hot-plug” concept. With all of the HDMI cables
disconnected, turn on the source and plug in the HDMI cable into it’s output, then power up the Vanco
unit and plug the HDMI cable into it’s input, nally turn on the display and plug the HDMI cable from
the receiver into it. This activates all of the devices in corresponding order and results in a signal being
plugged into a device that is on and will attempt to connect the signal.
5. Most of the major source and display manufacturers employ a proprietary control channel to communicate
between devices from the same manufacturer (CEC). Sometimes this can interfere with the HDMI control
circuit or the authentication of the signal. Call the manufacturer if you experience this issue. Sometimes
a player, an audio/video receiver, or a cable/satellite box may not have the latest software update, usually
this can be downloaded from the manufacturer’s website.
6. If you have problems with the IR control circuit, make sure that the IR RX pigtail is plugged into extender
receiver and pointed at the display, and the IR TX pigtail is attached to the extender sender and pointed at
the source.
SAFETY AND NOTICE
The HDMIEX50 has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been
certied for international use. However, like all electronic equipment, the HDMIEX50 should be used with care.
Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk
of damage to the unit.
• Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
• Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, except where explained in this manual.
• Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
• Keep objects that might damage the device and assure that the placement of this unit is on a stable surface.
• Use only the power adapter and power cords and connection cables designed for this unit.
• Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit.
• Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
With the exceptions noted in the next paragraph, Vanco warrants to the original purchaser that the equipment
it manufactures or sells will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from
the date of purchase. Should this product, in Vanco’s opinion, prove defective within this warranty period,
Vanco, at its option, will repair or replace this product without charge. Any defective parts replaced become
the property of Vanco. This warranty does not apply to those products which have been damaged due to
accident, unauthorized alterations, improper repair, modications, inadequate maintenance and care, or use in
any manner for which the product was not originally intended.
Items integrated into Vanco products that are made by other manufacturers, notably computer hard
drives and liquid crystal display panels, are limited to the term of the warranty offered by the respective
manufacturers. Such specic warranties are available upon request to Vanco. A surge protector, power
conditioner unit, or an uninterruptible power supply must be installed in the electrical circuit to protect against
power surges.
If repairs are needed during the warranty period the purchaser will be required to provide a sales receipt/sales
invoice or other acceptable proof of purchase to the seller of this equipment. The seller will then contact Vanco
regarding warranty repair or replacement.
LIABILITY STATEMENT
Every effort has been made to ensure that this product is free of defects. The manufacturer of this product
cannot be held liable for the use of this hardware or any direct or indirect consequential damages arising
from its use. It is the responsibility of the user and installer of the hardware to check that it is suitable for
their requirements and that it is installed correctly. All rights are reserved. No parts of this manual may be
reproduced or transmitted by any form or means electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording
or by any information storage or retrieval system without the written consent of the publisher.
Manufacturer reserves the right to revise any of its hardware and software following its policy to modify and/or
improve its products where necessary or desirable. This statement does not affect the legal rights of the user
in any way.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
In case of problems, please contact Vanco Technical Support by dialing 1-800-626-6445. You can also email
technical support issues to techsupport@vanco1.com.
When calling, please have the Model Number, Serial Number (afxed to the bottom of the unit) and Invoice
available for reference during the call.
Please read this Instruction Manual prior to calling or installing this unit, since it will familiarize you with the
capabilities of this product and its proper installation.
All active electronic products are 100% inspected and tested to insure highest product quality and troublefree installation and operation. The testing process utilizes the types of high-denition sources and displays
typically installed for entertainment and home theater applications.
For additional information, such as helpful installation videos, glossary of terms, etc. please visit vanco1.com
Vanco® International
506 Kingsland Drive
Batavia, Illinois 60510
call: 800.626.6445
fax: 630.879.9189
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