HDMI® over Cat 5e/6 Extender - 50m
ST121SHD50
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Manual Revision: 01/31/2014
Table of Contents
Product Diagram ....................................................................................1
Top View ....................................................................................................................................................... 1
Rear View...................................................................................................................................................... 1
Front View.................................................................................................................................................... 1
Introduction............................................................................................2
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 2
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 2
LED Indicator .............................................................................................................................................. 3
Installation ..............................................................................................4
Preparing Your Site ................................................................................................................................... 4
Hardware Installation .............................................................................................................................. 4
Operation ................................................................................................5
Video Adjustment (Receiver Unit Only) ............................................................................................ 5
EDID Configuration .................................................................................................................................. 6
Specifications..........................................................................................8
Technical Support ..................................................................................9
Warranty Information............................................................................9
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Product Diagram
Top View
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1. LED Indicator
1. LED Indicator
2. EQ Selector
2. EDID Copy Button
Rear View
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1. Power Jack
2. HDMI In
1. Power Jack
2. HDMI Out
Front View
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2
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1. LINK OUT A (RJ-45 Connector)
2. LINK OUT B (RJ-45 Connector)
1. LINK IN A (RJ-45 Connector)
2. LINK IN B (RJ-45 Connector)
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Introduction
The ST121SHD50 HDMI® over CAT5e/6 Video Extender kit lets you extend HDMI® video
and audio up to 165 feet (50 Meters)(1080i) over 2 CAT5e Ethernet cables, or up to
130 Feet (40 Meters)(1080p) over 2 CAT6 Ethernet cables. For added versatility both
the Transmitter and Receiver can be powered by the same single power source using
Power Over Cable (POC).
With support for resolutions up to 1920x1080 and the accompanying digital audio, this
HDMI® extender is a plug-and-play solution that can easily be installed using new or
existing Ethernet infrastructure wiring.
Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Packaging Contents
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1x HDMI® over CAT5e/6 UTP Transmitter
1x HDMI® over CAT5e/6 UTP Receiver
1x Universal Power Adapter (EU, UK, NA)
2x Mounting Brackets
2x Foot Pad Set
1x User Manual
System Requirements
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HDMI® enabled video source device (i.e. computer, Blu-ray Player)
HDMI® enabled display device (i.e. television, projector)
Available AC electrical outlet for either the transmitter or receiver
HDMI® cables for Receiver and Transmitter
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LED Indicator
Status
DVI EDID content configured
HDMI EDID content configured
HDCP syncing
Transmitter
*Emit blue with green flashing twice
*Emit blue with green flashing three times
**Purple
Status
Receiver
Video Linking
***Steady Blue
Video unlinking
Steady Red
*It is suggested replacing cables with better quality ones if the LED emits blue without
video displaying.
**The emitting period of purple LED depends on connected device.
***The LED emits steady blue indicating that the video signal is detected by Receiver.
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Installation
Preparing Your Site
1. Determine where the local video source (i.e. computer, Blu-ray Player) will be
located and set up the device.
2. Determine where the remote display will be located and place/ mount the
display appropriately.
NOTE: This HDMI® extender kit features Power over cable, allowing both the
Transmitter and Receiver to be powered from a single power source that can be
connected at either end of the connection. Please ensure that either the Transmitter
or the Receiver Unit is situated near an available AC electrical outlet. Make sure all
devices are turned off before beginning installation.
Hardware Installation
1. Install Transmitter Unit
a) Position the Transmitter Unit near the video source (i.e. Computer, Blu-ray Player).
b) Connect an HDMI® cable from the video source device (i.e. computer, Blu-ray
Player) to the “HDMI® IN”on the Transmitter Unit.
c) (Optional) If you’ve chosen to power the kit from the Transmitter side, connect
the provided power supply.
2. Install RJ45 terminated Cat5e/6 Ethernet Cables
a) Connect an RJ45 terminated Cat5e/6 Ethernet cable (not included) to the LINK
OUT A (RJ-45 connector) on the Transmitter unit.
b) Connect another RJ45 terminated Cat5e/6 Ethernet cable (not included) to the
LINK OUT B (RJ-45 connector) on the Transmitter unit.
NOTE:
If you are using surface cabling, ensure you have enough Category 5e unshielded
twisted pair (UTP) network cabling to connect the Host Unit to the Remote Unit’s
location, and that each end is terminated with a RJ45 connector. The cabling should
not go through any networking equipment (i.e. router, switch).
OR
If you are using premises cabling, ensure that the Category 5 unshielded twisted pair
(UTP) network cabling between the Host Unit and theRemote Unit has been properly
terminated in a wall outlet in each location and there is a patch cable long enough
to connect the Remote Unit and the Host Unit to their respective outlets. The cabling
should not go through any networking equipment (i.e. router, switch).
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c) Connect the other end of the Cat5e/6 cable (from LINK OUT A) to the LINK IN A
(RJ-45 connector) on the Receiver Unit.
d) Connect the other end of the Cat5e/6 cable (from LINK OUT B) to the LINK IN B
(RJ-45 connector) on the Receiver Unit.
NOTE: If using Cat6 cables, extension distance is limited to 40m (130 ft)
3. Install Receiver Unit
a) Position the Receiver Unit near the video display (i.e. television, projector).
b) Connect the video source to the HDMI® OUT on the Receiver Unit using an
HDMI® cable.
c) (Optional) If you’ve chosen to power the kit from the Receiver side, connect the
provided power supply.
4. Your source video image will now appear on the remote video display.
Operation
Video Adjustment (Receiver Unit Only)
This function allows adjustments in sharpness of the video image for better clarity.
If necessary, adjust the EQ Selector at the Receiver Unit to compensate cable length.
Turn the EQ Selector one notch at one time and wait for 10~12 sec. For HDMI cable
length (Rx-to-monitor) less than 8 meters, the selector position is around 0~7 (depends
on video resolution). For HDMI cable length (Rx-to-monitor) greater than 8 meters,
the selector position is around 8, 9, A~F (depends on video resolution). For example,
if using a 1.8M (or 3.0M) HDMI cable, a CAT5 cable and a display with resolution of
Full HD (1920 x 1080), you may adjust video according to its CAT5 cable length as
following.
CAT5 Cable Length
0M~15M
EQ Selector Position
0,1
1,2
2,3
15M~25M
25M~30M
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The following is the test result while using different types of CATx cables
Cable Type
Resolution
1080i
Cable Length (max.)
50M
40M
50M
20M
40M
16M
CAT6
1080p
1080i
CAT5
(solid)
1080p
1080i
CAT5
(stranded)
1080p
EDID Configuration
In some cases display problems may occur due to incorrect EDID communication
between the display monitor and the unit or inappropriate EDID data programmed by
display manufactures. This EDID Copy feature allows the system either automatically
provide the necessary EDID to display or manually copy EDID from EDID compliant
displays via push button.
Auto EDID Configuration
The system can automatically read EDID from your display while two RJ-45 ports
(Video & Aux) are in connection.
Manual EDID Configuration (EDID Copy / EDID Ghost)
While using only one CATx cable, it is suggested applying EDID Copy first.
Step 1. Use CATx cable for connection between Tx & Rx on Aux RJ-45 Jack. Apply
power to Receiver Unit.
Step 2. Connect the monitor (EDID compliant) to Video Out on the Receiver Unit
and power on the monitor.
Step 3. Press the button “EDID Copy”on Transmitter Unit and release the button
RIGHT AFTER the LED flashes green.
Step 4. The LED flashes green & red and then it lights blue indicating copy
successfully. Otherwise, if the LED flashes RED, it means that
a. The monitor is not properly connected.
b. The monitor is not powered on.
c. EDID data of the monitor is not applicable.
Try to repeat Step 3 to 4 again.
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EDID Factory Default Setting
To avoid confusion in which EDID information has been copied or for more purposes,
this function enables to reset the state to factory default.
Step 1. Use CATx cable for connection between Tx & Rx on Aux RJ-45 Jack. Apply
power to Receiver Unit.
Step 2. Press the button “EDID Copy”and release the button RIGHT AFTER the LED
flashes red.
Step 3. The LED flashes green & red indicating default setting successfully.
DDC Pass Mode
Press the button for more than 15 sec. and release right after the LED flashes green.
The LED lights blue indicating setting successfully. To exit this mode, follow “EDID
Factory Default Setting”steps.
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Specifications
AV Input
AV Output
Cabling
Audio
HDMI®
HDMI®
Cat 5e/6 UTP
Yes
1x HDMI® (19 pin) Female
2x RJ-45 Female
Local Unit Connectors
1x HDMI® (19 pin) Female
2x RJ-45 Female
Remote Unit Connectors
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Max Distance
HDMI® - 1.656Gbps
50 m / 165 ft(1080i)
Maximum Digital Resolutions
Wide Screen Supported
Audio Specifications
Input Voltage
1080p @ 60Hz, 24-bit
Yes
Supports Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD MA
110 ~ 240V AC
0.5 A
Input Current
Output Voltage
12V DC
1.5A
Output Current
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Technical Support
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.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two 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.
Limitation of Liability
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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