Wyrestorm TX-SDI-50, RX-SDI-50 Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual

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TX-SDI-50 & RX-SDI-50

TX-SDI-50

RX-SDI-50

TX-SDI-50 WyreStorm HDMI Over SDI Dual
Output Transmitter with 2-Way IR, RS232
(50m/164ft)

RX-SDI-50 WyreStorm HDMI Over SDI
Cascading Receiver with 2-Way IR, RS232
(50m/164ft)

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Contents 1. Introduction

CONTENTS AND INTRODUCTION

The WyreStorm TX-SDI-50 dual output transmitter and

RX-SDI-50 cascading receiver oer single cable HDMI
over SDI over two synchronous feeds for scalable
extension 1080p HD video, multichannel HD audio and

two-way control up to 50m (164ft) using copper-core 75

Ohm WF100 coax cable.

NOTE: Transmitters (TX-SDI-50) and receivers (RX­SDI-50) sold separately due to system scalability,
but both units are required to function as an
extender set.

The TX-SDI-50 features twin-output transmission that

delivers two separate signals of lossless 1080p HD video

@60hz with full 3D support and digital audio to two
distinct display zones over distances up to 50m/164ft

using copper-core 75Ohm coax.

The TX-SDI-50 includes embedded EDID functionality
to manage the EDID handshake between devices to aid
communication and help avoid compatibility issues that
can eect successful signal transmission.

Wide-band, two-way control from source or display
location is possible (when used with the RX-SDI-50

receiver) via IR and RS232 with full support for leading

third party control systems.

The RX-SDI-50 cascading display receiver is designed

to receive transmissions of 1080p HD video, HD audio
and bidirectional IR and serial control from compatible
transmission device, such as TX-SDI-50, as part of an
HDMI over SDI distribution.

Featuring DIP to further manage HDCP, color and signal
settings between connected devices, full 3D compatibility
and 24bit True Color, the RX-SDI-50 includes SDI loop out
that enables up to seven receivers to be daisy-chained
to create larger, multi-location distributions from a single
TX-SDI-50 output.

The combination of dual SDI output fucntionality on the
transmitter to send signals in dierent directions and SDI

loop out on the receiver for further extension of those

signal enable the creation of highly scalable HDMI over
SDI splitting systems capable of delivering content to

separate locations - with a single transmitter and multiple

receivers used to create total distributions of up to
350m/1148ft from a single SDI output, or 700m/2296ft
over both SDI outputs.

Designed for residential or ProAV applications where

Introduction

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Features

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Safety Precautions

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Package Contents

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Panel Descriptions

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Typical Application

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Copper Core 75Ohm WF100 Coax Cable Distance

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Initial Connection & Basic IR Control

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Disclaimer

Installation Notes

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EDID & SETTING Management

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Specication

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Troubleshooting

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IR/RS232 Control Connection

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Update RS232 Settings

FAQ

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Maintenance

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Product Service

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Mail In Service

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Warranty
i. Warranty Limits and Exclusions

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RS232 Connection

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2. Features

FEATURES AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

3. Safety Precautions

WARNING

To reduce the risk of re, electric shock

or product damage:

FEATURES AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

3. Safety Precautions

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or product damage:

• Protection against ESD (electrostatic discharge) included within

the unit to further stabilise transmission.

• LED indications for clear power and video signal selection.

• 5v mains supply included but receivers may be powered through the

USB port of the display using Wyrestorm USB to 5v power adaptor)

• Fully cascadable to further lengthen transmission.

*NOTE: ideal conditions denote cable run is within
specified distance range of product, no electrical
interference, the use of straight cable runs with no bends
or kinks and no patch panels or wall outlets used. Please
be advised that the presence of any of these factors in
your installation may compromise bandwidth and signal
strength. For longer transmission distances, RS232 control
and Ethernet pass-through, please see our full HDBaseT
or HDBT Lite range of matrices, transmitters, receivers and
extender sets.

USB to 5V Cable

Part Number

CAB-USB-5V

use of coax to distribute and control HD signals is
either required due to retrot installations where existing
coax cabling infrastructure must be used, or preferred
for its low loss at high frequencies; vital for cable/
satellite television, cable modem installations as well as
commercial applications such as security/surveillance,
broadcast television and movie production in studio or
location, video conferences, electronic teaching, in fact,
any and wired network area where the extension and
amplication of SDI transmission is needed.

For further information on these products and other

WyreStorm ranges, visit our website or download our

latest product guide wyrestorm.com

• Single coax cable as a substitute for HDMI cable to

achieve scaleable long-distance transmission of full HD
video, audio and two-way control

• Full HD support 1080p@50/60Hz

• 1080p transmission distance up to 50m/164ft (WF100

coax cable) under recommended conditions*

• 24bit color depth

• Fully 3D compatible - frame packing/sequential (Blu-

ray), interlaced stereoscopic (satellite/cable broadcasts)

• Wide-band, bidirectional infrared control signal of
source from display and display from source locations

transmitted together with the HDMI signal

• TX-SDI-50: Dual SDI outputs on transmitter provides

two synchronous feeds that enables signal to be split
and fed to dierent locations

• RX-SDI-50: SDI loop out on receiver allows

transmission to be cascaded by daisy-chaining up
to 7 receivers to further lengthen distribution from a

single output distances up to 350m/1148ft from a

single TX-SDI-50 SDI output or 700m/2296ft from
both synchronous outputs RS232 control signal

transmissions supported

• TX-SDI-50: embedded EDID functionality manages

the EDID handshake between devices to aid
communication and help avoid compatibility issues that
can eect successful signal transmission.

• RX-SDI-50: DIP Switch further manages HDCP, color
and signal settings between connected devices at

display location

• HDMI V1.4 supported

• Each port supports HDMI or DVI signals

• Auto-adjustment of feedback, equalization and

amplication

• HDCP compliant

• LED indication of power and signal status

• Contains ESD protection technology to safeguard

against static build-up that can damage circuitry

• Mini-USB port for rmware upgrade

• Mounting brackets supplied for secure installation

• IR emitter, receiver and 5v mains power supply included

*Recommended transmission conditions denote -

straight cable run within specied distance range

of product, no electrical interference and the use of
solid copper core cable with no bends, kinks or mid­run connections.

Please be advised that the presence of any of
these factors in your installation may compromise
bandwidth and signal strength.

1. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture,
sprays, drips or splashes and ensure that no objects
containing liquids are placed on the apparatus,
including cups, glasses and vases.

2. Do not place this unit in a conned space such as
enclosed shelving, cabinets or bookshelves. Ensure
the unit is adequately ventilated.

3. To prevent the risk of electric shock or re hazard
due to overheating, do not cover the unit or obstruct
ventilation openings with material, newspaper,
cardboard or anything that may restrict airow into the
unit.

4. Do not install near external heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, boilers or any device that
produces heat such as ampliers or computers and
do not place near sources of naked ame.

5. Unplug apparatus from power supply during

lightening storms or when unused for long periods of

time.

6. Protect the power cable from being walked on,
pinched or restricted in any way, especially at plug
connections.

7. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the
manufacturer.

8. Units contain non-servicable parts - Refer all servicing
to qualied service personnel.

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PACKAGING CONTENTS AND SPECIFICATION

5. Specication

Operating Temperature Range -5 to +35°C (-41 to +95 °F)

Operating Humidity Range 5 to 90 % RH (no condensation)

Input / Output TX-SDI-50: 1 x HDMI Output, 2 x SDI output

RX-SDI-50: 1 x HDMI Output, 1 SDI Input, 1 SDI loop Output

Bandwith Signalling Rate 6.75Gbps

Input Resolution Support 1080p/1080i/720p/576p/480p/576i/480i

Input Video Signal 0.5-1.0 volts p-p

Input DDC Signal 5 volts p-p (TTL)

Output Signal Type HDMI v1.4 + HDCP with full 3D compatibility with frame packing/ sequential (Blu-ray) and

interlaced stereoscopic (satellite/cable broadcasts)

Output Resolution Support 1080p/1080i/720p/576p/480p/576i/480i

Video Format Supported DTV/HDTV: 640x480p 60Hz, 800x600 60Hz, 1024x768 60Hz, 1280x768 60Hz,

1360x768 60Hz, 1280x960 60Hz, 1280x1024 60Hz, 1400x1050 60Hz, 1440x480i 60HZ,
720x480p 60Hz, 1440x576i 50Hz, 720x576P 50Hz, 1440x576P 50Hz, 1280x720p
50Hz/60Hz, 1920x1080i 50/60Hz, 1920x1080p 24/25/30/50/60Hz, 1280x720p 3D 50/60Hz,
1920x1080i 3D 50/60Hz, 1920x1080p 3D 24Hz

Audio Format Supported 5.1/7.1/stereo audio (Including PCM and non PCM, HD Audio, etc)

Maximum Pixel Clock 148.5 MHz (1080p)

Power Supply 5V/3A DC

Power Consumption 7.5W (TX-SDI-50 Transmitter)

8W (RX-SDI-50 Receiver)

BTU Rating (British Thermal Unit) N/A

ESD Protection ±8kV (Air-gap discharge)

±4kV (Contact discharge)

Surge Protection IEC 61000-4-4 (EFT) 40A (5/50ns);

IEC 61000-4-5 (Lightning) 25A (8/20μs)

Dimensions 118mm / 4.6” (W)

157mm / 6.2” (D)
25mm / 1.0” (H)

Weight

0.92Kg / 2.02lb (Pair)

NOTE Specications are subject to change without notice. Weight and dimensions are approximate.

4. Package Contents

• 1 x TX-SDI-50 Transmitter / 1 x RX-SDI-50 Receiver

NOTE: each package contains a single unit NOT both

units - transmitters (TX-SDI-50) and receivers (RX-SDI-50)

are sold separately due to system scalability, but both
units are required to function as an extender set.

• 1 x Printed user manual for both models - also
downloadable from product web page

• 2 x 5V/3A DC power supplies (1 per unit)

• 1 x IR TX emitter - for source connection

• 1 x IR RX receiver - for display connection (30-50KHz)

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6. Panel Descriptions

PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

TX-SDI-50 Transmitter

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4 10

2 8

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3 9

Power input 5V/3A DC

LED Power indicator

RS232 port

HDMI input

LED HDMI input status indicator

IR RX receiver for display connection

EDID switch

USB port for rmware upgrade

IR TX emitter for source connection

SDI output 1

SDI output 2

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RX-SDI-50 Receiver

SDI input

SDI loop output

IR TX emitter for source connection

SETTING DIP switch

IR RX receiver for display connection

USB port for rmware upgrade

LED SDI input status indicator

HDMI output

RS232 port

Power input 5V/3A DC

LED Power indicator

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4 10

2 8

5 11

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3 9

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11