Sony IFU-WH1 Wireless Transmitter / Receiver

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

⚠️ WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Installation Warning

When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug.

Power Cord Warning

1. Use the approved Power Cord (2-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.
2. Use the Power Cord (2-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).

If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

IMPORTANT: The nameplate is located on the bottom.

Regulatory Compliance

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of part 15 of FCC Rules.

FCC CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used for connection to host computers and / or peripherals in order to meet FCC emission limits.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

For the customers in Canada

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the RSS-102 of IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

For the customers in Europe

Sony Corporation declares that IFU-WH1-TX/IFU-WH1-RX is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

This product is intended to be used in the following countries: AT BE BG CH CZ DE DK ES FI FR GB GR HU IT LU NL NO PL PT RO SE TR

Sony Corporation declares compliance with relevant directives and regulations for this product. For details, please refer to the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Precautions for Use

• Keep this product and this accessory out of the reach of children.
• Do not pour water or other liquids onto this product. Doing so may cause damage.
• Do not place this product in a location near a heat source, or a place subject to direct sunlight. Doing so may cause a distortion or malfunction.
• Keep this product away from flammable objects or naked flame sources (such as lighted candles).
• Do not repair this product by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
• If the unit is suddenly taken from a cold to a warm location, or if ambient temperature suddenly rises, moisture may form on the outer surface of the unit and/or inside of the unit. This is known as condensation. If condensation occurs, turn off the unit and wait until the condensation clears before operating the unit. Operating the unit while condensation is present may damage the unit.

Wireless Communication

• Although this system is equipped with an encryption function for its wireless communication, pay high attention to possible interception. Do not use the system for sending/receiving sensitive data or intelligence or for any usage fatal to human life.
• Interception means that a third party intentionally or inadvertently obtains the content of wireless communication with a receiver.
• This system uses the 60 GHz frequency band for wireless communication. This band may be used by other wireless communication devices. To prevent signal interference between this system and those devices, note the following: The 60 GHz frequency band used by this system employs the OFDM system for modulation.
• If 3 or more pairs of 60 GHz band wireless devices including this product are activated in an area of 20 meters (66 feet) square, wireless communication may be disabled by signal interference.

Restrictions on Wireless Communication Function by Country/Region

In the U.S.A, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Turkey, wireless communication is restricted to indoor use. Outdoor use is inhibited by law and illegal operation is punished.

The wireless communication function of this system is only used in the countries specified. Use in other countries may be against the law and be punished.

• For customers in the U.S.A. or Canada: The wireless communication function of this system is only used in U.S.A. and Canada.
• For customers in the EU or other European countries, Turkey, Australia, or New Zealand: The wireless communication function of this system is only used in the following countries: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Portugal, Austria, Greece, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Poland, Hungary, Romania, the Czech Republic, Turkey, Bulgaria, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.
• For customers in other countries: The wireless communication function of this system is only used in the country where you purchased the system.

Accessories

• Transmitter (IFU-WH1-TX) (1)
• Receiver (IFU-WH1-RX) (1)
• AC power adaptor (2)
• AC power cord (2)
• Cable for powered USB port (2)
• Operating Instructions (this document) (1)

Using the Wireless Transmitter / Receiver

1. Connect the supplied cables for powered USB port and AC power cords to their respective AC power adaptors. There are two AC power adaptors: one for the transmitter and one for the receiver. Connect the supplied cables for powered USB port and AC power cords to both AC power adaptors.
2. Connect the other ends of the cables for powered USB port to the transmitter and receiver respectively.
3. Check the transmitter and the receiver. The mark "Transmitter" on the bottom of this unit refers to the transmitter, while the mark “Receiver” refers to the receiver.
4. Connect the transmitter to HDMI output equipment (such as a Blu-ray Disc recorder, etc.), using an HDMI cable (not supplied).
5. Connect the receiver to video equipment (such as a projector, etc.), using an HDMI cable (not supplied).
6. Connect the plugs of the AC power cords to power outlets, then set the respective power switches on the rear panels of the transmitter and receiver to on.

LED Lamp Status

The LED lamp lights up (flashes) when the unit is turned on and is operational. You can check the status of this unit by the LED lamp status.

If the LED lamp continues to flash orange after the power switch has been pressed

Turn the power switch of the transmitter or receiver off then on again, or press the reset button until the LED lamp stops flashing and turns off.

Notes

• Use an HDMI cable (not supplied) less than 3 m.
• The supplied cable for powered USB port can only be used with the supplied AC power adaptor. Do not connect it to the USB port of a computer or other device. It may cause a malfunction.
• Be sure to connect to target devices. Connecting to other devices may cause communication failure.
• Check precautions and instructions about the usage location of the product. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each product.

Specifications

Standard: WirelessHD 1.1

Center frequency: 60.48 GHz (CH2), 62.64 GHz (CH3)

Bandwidth: 1.76 GHz (Low Rate: 92 MHz)

Transmission distance (units directly facing each other)*1: 10 m (Only available in the same room; not available partition the wall)

Compatible signals*2: Maximum resolution: 1920 × 1080p

Interface: HDMI: Type A, USB: Micro B

Power requirements: 5V, 1A

Power consumption: Transmitter: Max 5 W*3, Receiver: Max 5 W*3

External dimensions (Approx.) (w/h/d): 86 mm × 32 mm × 50 mm (3 1/2 × 1 5/16 × 2 inches)

Mass (Approx.): 65 g (2.3 oz)

Operating temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C (41°F to 95°F)

Storage temperature: –10 °C to +60 °C (14°F to +140°F)

Operating humidity: 20% to 80%

Storage humidity: 10% to 90%

Operating atmospheric: 7,500 ft (2,286 m) (760 hpa)

Storage atmospheric: 20,000 ft (6,096 m) (468 hpa)

*1: Transmission distance may be affected, depending on the placement of the unit and furniture around it.

*2: Some restrictions may apply regarding compatibility of video/audio and 3D signals with this unit. For details, refer to the following Sony website: http://esupport.sony.com/US/p/select-system.pl http://www.pro.sony.eu/pro/article/projectors-home-cinema-article

*3: When no signal is input, the orange LED lamp turns off after about 2 minutes and the power consumption reduces to approximately 1.5 W.

Legal Disclaimers and Trademarks

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM A FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT PROPER SECURITY MEASURES ON TRANSMISSION DEVICES, UNAVOIDABLE DATA LEAKS RESULTING FROM TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS, OR SECURITY PROBLEMS OF ANY KIND.

• WirelessHD™ is a registered trademark of Silicon Image, Inc.
• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.