VX-HDMI-FO 3D HDMI Fiber Extender Extend video, 3D video (1080i), and audio signals up to 1600 meters from an A/VBLACK source BOX via multimode fiber optic cable. ® Using duplex multimode cable and 1080p video, extend the distance up to 800 meters. Customer Support Information Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S.
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FCC and IC RFI Statements FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
NOM Statement 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc. 6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante. 7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante. 8.
NOM Statement 16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo. 17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación. 18.
Table of Contents Chapter Page 1. Specifications................................................................................................ 7 2. Overview...................................................................................................... 8 2.1 Introduction......................................................................................... 8 2.2 Features................................................................................................ 8 2.3 What’s Included......
Chapter 1: Specifications 1. Specifications 3D Video Supported — Yes Cable — 50/125-µ or 62.5/125µ duplex multimode fiber optic cable Extension Distance — 2560 feet (800 m), approx. 0.5 mi. (1080p); 5120 feet (1600 m), approx. 1 mi.
Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The 3D HDMI Fiber Extender consists of a Local and a Remote Unit. It enables users to extend video, 3D video (1080i), and audio signals up to 5120 feet (1600 m, approx. 1 mi.) from an A/V source via duplex multimode fiber optic cable, or up to 2560 feet (800 m, approx. 0.5 mi., 1080p) using duplex multimode fiber optic cable.
Chapter 2: Overview • (10) small screws • (8) small rare earth magnets for mounting • Quick Install Guide 2.4 System Requirements You will need to supply the following items: • HDCP compliant monitors with HDMI interface for the HDCP video source • HDMI cable 2.5 Hardware Description Figures 2-1 shows the local and remote units. Table 2-1 describes their components. R1 R2 R3 L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 R4 R5 L8 L8 L6 L7 R6 R7 Figure 2-1. Local (L) and Remote (R) units. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-1. Local and remote units components. L1 R1 L2 — SC-SC fiber interface Connect the multimode optical fiber cable to this port. Connect to the HDMI source. HDMI connector — R2 L3 R3 Power supply Apply the proper power to the unit. L4 R4 Video OK LED Yellow: Video signal OK/EDID configuration (see Chapter 5). L5 R5 Link OK/Power LED Green: Power on Blue: Connect to a powered-on extender unit.
Chapter 3: Installation 3. Installation CAUTION: Do not stare into the beam or look directly into the ends of any fiber optic cables. You might be exposed to invisible laser radiation. The laser beam can injure the eye. 3.1 Preparing for Installation • Determine where the Local Unit and Remote Unit will be located • Use SC to SC duplex multimode fiber optic cable (50/125 or 62.5/125) to interconnect the local and remote units.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.2 Installation Steps 1. Connect the video source to the local unit. 2. Connect the monitor to the local unit and/or remote unit. 3. Use an SC-to-SC duplex multimode fiber optic cable to link the SC-SC fiber ports on the Local and Remote Units together. 4. After all device connections are completed, connect the provided power cord into an appropriate power source, and plug the opposite end into the power connector on the unit. Page 12 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Chapter 4: Operation 4. Operation The LEDs on the Extender Units show the real-time status indicating the linking and communication between the local and the remote unit. The LED indicator on the top of the unit shows the status. The quality of the output signal depends upon the quality of the video source, cable, and display device used. Low-quality cables degrade output signals causing elevated noise levels.
Chapter 5: EDID Configuration (Local Unit Only) 5. EDID Configuration (Local Unit Only) In some cases, display problems may occur because of incorrect EDID communication between the display monitor and the unit or inappropriate EDID data programmed by display manufacturers. Press the “EDID Config” button on the top panel of the local unit to enable the unit to configure EDID from EDID-compliant monitors or have the system automatically optimize all valid (audio and/or video) outputs.
Chapter 5: EDID Configuration (Local Unit Only) Mode 1: Auto Mixing + EDID Config Step 1. Press and hold the “EDID config” button for three seconds. Step 2. Release the button right after the Video OK LED flashes yellow quickly. Step 3. When the LED flashes yellow twice, it has learned the audio configuration, and the system will reboot. NOTE: If the LED flashes four times, it signifies failed EDID Config. Please try again. The system enters Auto Mixing and Config Local Monitor Audio EDID mode.
Chapter 5: EDID Configuration (Local Unit Only) Table 5-2. LED Indicator functions. Press “EDID config” button for Video OK LED indicator 3 seconds Yellow: Flash quickly Auto mixing (video) and Copy local monitor EDID (audio) 6 seconds Yellow: Flash slowly Copy local monitor EDID (video + audio) 9 seconds Off Auto mixing (video + audio) — Yellow: Flash twice Successful copy and system reboot — Yellow: Flash four times Failed copy Page 16 Status 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Appendix: Installing Duplex Multimode Fiber Cable Appendix. Installing Duplex Multimode Fiber Optic Cable 1. We recommend that you use OM3 multimode fiber optic cable (50/125 and 62.5/125) terminated with SC duplex connectors to interconnect the local unit and remote unit. Table A-1 shows the specifications. Table A-1. Duplex multimode fiber optic cable specifications. Cable Diameter (micron) Video signal 50/125 µm 1080i Maximum cable length (feet/meters) 5120 ft. (1600 m) 1080p 2560 ft. (800 m) 62.
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