Gofanco HDMI Over IP Extender 4K30 Kit

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing from gofanco. This User's Guide provides essential information for the optimum performance and safety of your HDMI Over IP Extender 4K30 Kit. For further assistance, product information, or to download drivers and manuals, please visit www.gofanco.com or contact technical support at support@gofanco.com.

The gofanco HDMI Over IP Extender 4K30 extends UHD 4K HDMI signals up to 120 meters (394ft) using a single, economical CAT6/7 cable, with support for IR pass-through.

Important Safety Notices

Please read the following safety instructions carefully before installation and operation:

• Pay close attention to all warnings and hints provided for this device.
• Do not expose the unit to rain, heavy moisture, or liquids.
• Do not attempt to repair the device or open the enclosure without professional guidance to avoid electric shocks, which may void your warranty.
• Ensure the product is kept in a well-ventilated location to prevent damage from overheating.
• Shut off power and confirm the environment is safe before installation.
• Avoid plugging HDMI or IR cables in or out while the device is in use to prevent cable damage. Ensure cables are plugged into the correct ports.
• Use only the included DC5V power adapters. Verify that the specifications match if using third-party power adapters.

Package Contents

• 1 x HDMI Over IP Extender 4K30 Transmitter
• 1 x HDMI Over IP Extender 4K30 Receiver
• 2 x IR Blaster and IR Receiver cables (1 each)
• 2 x Power adapters
• 1 x User guide

Features

• Extends HDMI signals up to 120m (394ft) over a CAT6/7 cable.
• Supports resolutions up to 4K@30Hz, HDCP 1.4 compliant.
• Enables direct one-to-one connection or one-to-multiple connections via a dedicated Gigabit Ethernet switch or cascading switches. Additional receivers (HD14Ext1xN-RX) are sold separately.
• Supports IR pass-through for controlling the source device from a remote location.
• Supports 2-channel Stereo audio.
• Includes Lightning/Surge/ESD protection.

Installation Requirements

1. HDMI source device (e.g., DVD player, set-top box, PC).
2. HDMI display device (e.g., TV, monitor).
3. HDMI cables (not included).
4. UTP/STP CAT6/7 cable adhering to the IEEE-T568B wiring standard.

Product Layout

Transmitter (TX)

Diagram Description: The rear panel of the Transmitter unit features labeled ports: 1. HDMI In (connects to HDMI source), 2. IR Out (connects to IR Blaster cable), 3. Reset button, 4. Power LED (indicates power status), 5. Power Jack (connects to power adapter), 6. Data LED (blinks during data transmission), 7. Link LED (indicates CAT cable connection status), and 8. LAN TX (RJ45 connector for CAT cable).

Receiver (RX)

Diagram Description: The rear panel of the Receiver unit features labeled ports: 1. HDMI Out (connects to HDMI display), 2. IR In (connects to IR Receiver cable), 3. Reset button, 4. Power LED (indicates power status), 5. Power Jack (connects to power adapter), 6. Data LED (blinks during data transmission), 7. Link LED (indicates CAT cable connection status), and 8. LAN RX (RJ45 connector for CAT cable).

CAT Cable Wiring

For optimal performance and compatibility, it is recommended that both RJ45 connectors are wired identically using the T568B wiring standard.

Diagram Description: An illustration shows an RJ45 connector with pin positions 1-8 and their corresponding wire colors for the T568B standard (Brown, White/Brown, Green, White/Blue, Blue, White/Green, Orange, White/Orange). A table further details the RJ45 Plug Colour Code (T568B).

Note: CAT5e, CAT6 UTP (CAT6 preferred) can be used. For best performance, especially in electrically noisy environments, CAT6a or CAT7 is recommended. Cable quality, patch panels, termination, wall plates, kinks, and proximity to electrical interference can affect maximum distance and transmission performance. Ensure the CAT cable is solid copper core of 23AWG (avoid CCA type), run in one straight line where possible, and avoid close proximity to noisy electrical sources.

Hardware Installation

1. Power off all connected devices, including your HDMI source and HDMI display(s).
2. Connect your HDMI source device to the Transmitter's HDMI Input connector using an HDMI cable (HDMI cable not included).
3. Optional: Connect the IR Blaster cable to the Transmitter's IR Output port. Aim the IR emitter towards your HDMI source device's IR window. This is only necessary if you need to control the HDMI source from a remote location.
4. Connect your CAT6/7 cable between the Transmitter's RJ45 Output and the Receiver's RJ45 Input.
5. Connect your HDMI display to the Receiver's HDMI Output connector using an HDMI cable (HDMI cable not included).
6. Optional: Connect the IR Receiver cable to the Receiver's IR Input port. This is only necessary if you need to control your HDMI source device from a remote location.
7. Plug the included power adapters into the Transmitter's and Receiver's power jacks, then connect both adapters to a reliable power source.
8. Power on all connected devices.
9. The HDMI extender is now ready for use.

Application

1-to-1 Connection

This setup allows for a direct connection between the Transmitter (TX) and Receiver (RX), or it can be routed through a Gigabit LAN via a Dedicated Gigabit Switch. If deploying within an existing network, it is recommended to create a VLAN to segregate the gofanco devices (TX and RX) from other network devices.

Diagram Description (1-to-1 Direct Connection): A schematic illustrates a DVD player connected via HDMI to the Transmitter's HDMI In. A CAT6/7 cable connects the Transmitter's RJ45 Out to the Receiver's RJ45 In. The Receiver's HDMI Out connects to a TV. IR Blaster and Receiver are shown connected to their respective ports on the TX and RX, with arrows indicating control signal paths.

Diagram Description (1-to-1 LAN Connection): A schematic shows a DVD player connected via HDMI to the Transmitter's HDMI In. A CAT6/7 cable connects the Transmitter's RJ45 Out to a Gigabit Switch. Another CAT6/7 cable connects the Switch to the Receiver's RJ45 In. The Receiver's HDMI Out connects to a TV. The diagram also indicates that multiple receivers can be connected to the switch ("Switch*N"). IR connections are similar to the direct connection.

1-to-Many Connection

For a 1-to-Many setup, a Dedicated Gigabit Switch is recommended. Similar to the 1-to-1 LAN connection, creating a VLAN is advised for network segregation.

Diagram Description (1-to-Many Connection): A schematic depicts a DVD player connected via HDMI to the Transmitter's HDMI In. A CAT6/7 cable links the Transmitter's RJ45 Out to a Gigabit Switch. The Switch then connects via multiple CAT6/7 cables to several Receiver units. Each Receiver's HDMI Out connects to a separate TV. IR connections are shown for control.

Notes:

• Many-to-Many Connection: Requires a Smart Switch. A separate VLAN must be created for each TX and its corresponding RX(s). Each VLAN can only contain one TX.
• Additional Receiver units (Part# HD14Ext1xN-RX) are sold separately.

FAQ & Solutions

Q: My display shows "Waiting for connection...":

A:

1. Verify that the power adapters for both the Transmitter (TX) and Receiver (RX) are connected and powered on.
2. Ensure the network cable (CAT6/7) is firmly connected between the TX and RX units.

Q: The remote display says, "Please check the TX input signal":

A:

1. Confirm that the HDMI source device is connected to the Transmitter (TX) unit and is powered on.
2. Try using different HDMI cables.
3. If the issue persists, connect the HDMI source device directly to the TV to check if a signal is present.

Q: When playing a 4K source, the screen is blank without content:

A: Check that both the TV and the HDMI cable support HDMI 1.4 specifications.

Q: The extender is not working properly:

A:

1. Check the following cable length limitations:
   • HDMI cables: Up to 2 meters.
   • Network cables (CAT6/7): Up to 120 meters.
2. Press the reset button on both the TX and RX units and then reconnect them.

Specifications

Disclaimer

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