Kramer 617T Extremely Long Distance Multimode
This guide helps you install and use your 617T, 617R for the first time.
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Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 617T and 617R Plug and Play active 4K HDR HDMI Tx/Rx over Extended-Reach Multi-Mode (MM) Fiber Optic cable. 617T and 617R extend signals of up to 4096×2160 @60Hz (4:4:4), over a distance of up to 200m (656ft) without signal scaling or data compression, providing a maximum data rate of 18Gbps. 617T and 617R are easily and securely connected via a 2LC fiber connector and can be powered from the USB connector. Alternatively, 617T only can be powered from the HDMI interface (pin #18).
Safety
Caution: There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.
Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.
Warning: Avoid direct eye exposure into the optic connectors when powered, although this product is regulated strictly enough to operate under the Laser Class 3R for eye safety.
See www.KramerAV.com for updated safety information.
Installation
To install 617T and 617R:
- Unpack the contents of the package with care.
We recommend that you save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment. - Turn on the power to the HDMI source (for example, a laptop) and acceptor (for example, a display).
- Power the 617T and 617R:
- Connect the micro USB connector on each device to a USB cable (supplied).
- Connect the USB cable either to the wall-mount power adapter (supplied) and to the mains, or to a USB port.
The POWER LED lights and the STATUS LED flashes three times. Although 617T can be powered via pin #18 on the HDMI interface, we recommend that you use the USB power adapter. 617R can only be powered via the USB power adapter.
- Connect the two LC optical fibers between 617T and 617R.
Connect (A) to (A) and (B) to (B). Make sure that the duplex connectors are connected properly.
The STATUS LED flashes.
Do not look directly into the LC connectors on the 617T (the transmitter side) when it’s powered. This product operates under LASER Class I, classified by CDRH/FDA for eye safety. We recommend that you avoid using intermediate cables or adapters. Using them may affect the transmission quality. - Connect 617T to the HDMI connector on the source side and 617R on the acceptor side.
Make sure that the 617T is always connected to the source side and the 617R is connected to the acceptor side.
Once the system is connected the Status LEDs on both 617T and 617R flash.
Troubleshooting
- If the display appears black:
- Check that the power source adapters are properly connected on both sides.
- Check that both HDMI connector heads are fully plugged into the devices.
- Check that the source and display devices are both switched on.
- Reset the system by disconnecting and then reconnecting the 617T or 617R, or by disconnecting and then reconnecting the power adapters.
- Reboot the system.
- If the image appears distorted and/or there is background noise:
- Go to the display properties and check the settings. Make sure that the resolution is set below 4096×2160 at a 60Hz refresh ratio to check if the graphic resolution is properly defined.
- Reset the system by disconnecting and then reconnecting the 617T or 617R, or by disconnecting and then reconnecting the power adapters.
It is important to connect the devices correctly as marked: 617T to the source side and 617R to the acceptor side.
Specifications
| Video | Max. Resolution | 4K @60Hz 4:4:4 (4096×2160) |
| Data Rate | Maximum 6 Gbps per channel | |
| Compliance | Supports HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2, EDID and CEC | |
| Ports | 617T (source end) | Male HDMI connector |
| 617R (display end) | Male HDMI connector | |
| 617T (source end) | Micro USB (for power supply) | |
| 617R (display end) | Micro USB (for power supply) | |
| Power | 5V | Via USB source |
| Via external source | ||
| From HDMI PIN #18 (617T only) | ||
| Consumption | <2.5W | |
| Recommended Cable | Structure | Dual Multi-mode OM3 (50/125um) glass fiber |
| Optical Connectors | Duplex LC connectors | |
| Max. Fiber Cable Attenuation (λ=850nm) | 2.5dB/KM | |
| Max. Skew | 0.4ns | |
| Max. Insertion Attenuation | 0.5dB | |
| Total Optical Attenuation | 1dB max @ 656ft/200m extension | |
| Maximum Length | 200m (656ft) | |
| Environmental Conditions | Operating Temperature | 0° to +50°C (32° to 122°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -30° to +70°C (-22° to 158°F) | |
| Operating Humidity | 0 to 85% | |
| Standard Compliance | CE | EN 55032:2012/AC: 2013 (Class A), EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 61000-3-3:2013, EN 55024:2010 |
| FCC | CFR 47 part 15 SUBPART B Class B, Section 15.101 | |
| Environmental | RoHS (2011/65/ EU) | |
| General | Net Dimensions (W, D, H), each | 2.6cm x 7.2cm x 1.5cm (1″ x 2.8″ x 0.6″) |
| Shipping Dimensions (W, D, H) | 19.3cm x 25.3cm x 62cm (7.6″ x 10″ x 24.4″) | |
| Net Weight, each | 0.12kg (0.3bs) approx. | |
| Shipping Weight | 1.48kg (3.3lbs) approx. | |
| Accessories | Included | 2 Micro USB to USB type-A cables, 2 Wall-mount power adaptors |
Documents / Resources
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Kramer 617T Extremely Long Distance Multimode [pdf] Instructions 617T Extremely Long Distance Multimode, 617T, Extremely Long Distance Multimode, Long Distance Multimode, Distance Multimode, Multimode |