Extron electronic 68-1034-02 Rev. A Introduction, cont’d, Features, TP cable advantages

Introduction, cont’d

NIn this manual, the terms "DVI 201," "DVI 201 Tx," "DVI 201 Rx," "transmitter," and "receiver" refer to the applicable unit(s) in either form factor, unless otherwise specified.

TP cable advantages

Twisted pair cable is much smaller, lighter, more flexible, and less expensive than coaxial or DVI cable. These transmitter and receiver twisted pair (TP) products make cable runs simpler and less cumbersome. Termination of the cable with RJ-45 connectors is simple, quick, and economical.

NThe transmitter and receiver pair works with unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables; but, to ensure FCC Class A and CE compliance, STP cables are recommended.

NDo not use Extron’s UTP23SF-4 Enhanced Skew- Free™ A/V UTP cable to link the transmitter and receiver. Skew-free A/V cable was designed for most Extron TP transmitter/receiver applications, but the DVI 201 Tx/Rx does not work properly with this cable.

Control communications

The RS-232 and/or infrared (IR) communications are via a passive pass-through only; the transmitter and receiver do not generate or respond to these signals.

Transmission distance

The maximum transmission distance is determined by the resolution of the signal and the TP cable that is used.

With CAT 5/5e/6 UTP cable, the Tx/Rx pair can transmit and receive 720p and 1080i HDTV or XGA video signals up to 200' (60 m) and 1080p HDTV or UXGA video up to 100' (30 m).

With CAT 5/5e/6 STP cable, the Tx/Rx pair can transmit and receive 720p and 1080i HDTV or XGA video signals up to 200' (60 m) and 1080p HDTV or UXGA video up to 125' (38 m).

NThe transmission distance varies greatly, depending on the signal resolution, type of cable used, graphics card, and display used in the system.

Features

Transmits single link DVI-D signals over two CAT 5/5e/6 cables — Standard twisted pair cables provide an economical, easily installed cable solution.

Long distance transmission —

CAT 5/5e/6 UTP cable — Accommodates 720p and 1080i HDTV or XGA video over 200' (60 m), and

1080p HDTV or UXGA (1600 x 1200) over 100' (30 m).

CAT 5/5e/6 STP cable — Accommodates 720p and 1080i HDTV or XGA video over 200' (60 m), and

1080p HDTV or UXGA (1600 x 1200) over 125' (38 m).

Local monitor output (DVI 201 Tx [non-Decora] only) — The DVI 201 Tx transmitter features a DVI-D output for connection to a local monitor.

Supports DDC and HDCP copy protection transmission — The Tx/Rx pairs fully support long distance transmission of the DDC and HDCP signals.

DDC routing to local or remote display — At the DVI 201 Tx [non-Decora], the DDC or HDCP signal is directed to either the local display or the remote display, depending on which is more critical in receiving the signal.

Remote powering of transmitter or receiver — Only one power supply is necessary to power both devices.

Control communications pass-through — Bidirectional RS-232 or IR control signals can be transmitted alongside the DVI or HDMI signal, so that the remote display can be controlled without the need for additional cabling.

Audio routing — The DVI 201 A D Tx/Rx also routes unbalanced stereo audio, when both units are the Decora form factor.

Supports CEC signal transmission

1" high, quarter rack width, metal enclosures (DVI 201 Tx and DVI 201 Rx [non-Decora] only) — With low profile enclosures, the transmitter and receiver can be discreetly installed in locations such as behind a plasma or LCD flat-panel display.

Wall-mountable enclosures (DVI 201 A D Tx and DVI 201 A D Rx [Decora] only)

External 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, international power supply (part #70-055-01) — Included with units sold as a paired system and with transmitters

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