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TP115----201/202

Video+Audio o TP User’s Guide

Welcome!

We greatly appreciate your purchase of the TP115-201/202 Video + Audio+

IR+ RS-232 to Twisted Pair Transmitter/Receiver. We are sure you will find it reliable and simple to use. Superior performance for the right price, backed by solid technical and customer support is what ALTINEX has to offer.

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1. Precautions and Safety Warnings

Please read this manual carefully before using your TP115-201/202. Keep this manual handy for future reference. These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your TP115-201/202 and to prevent fire and shock hazards. Please read them carefully and heed all warnings.

1.1 General

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Qualified ALTINEX service personnel or their authorized representatives must perform all service.

1.2 Installation Precaution

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To prevent fire or shock, do not expose units to water/moisture. Do not place in direct sunlight, near heaters or heat-radiating appliances, or near liquids. Exposure to sunlight, smoke, or steam can harm internal components.

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Handle carefully; dropping or jarring can damage the unit.

Do not pull on any cables that are attached to the TP115-201/202.

1.3 Cleaning

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Clean only with a dry cloth. Never use strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol or thinner. Do not use a wet cloth or water to clean the unit. Do not open the unit to clean.

1.4 FCC Notice

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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.

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions found herein, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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Any changes or modifications to the unit not expressly approved by

ALTINEX, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

2. Installation Procedure

Note: Download and read the online manual to become familiar with this product and for additional details.

LEDs Power:

Signal:

EDID:

Activity:

ALTINEX logo is illuminated.

GREEN= VGA, RED=Component (YPbPr)

GREEN= Using local monitor EDID. RED= Using ALTINEX internal EDID.

Shows data traffic on the IR or RS-232 data lines.

Audio Wiring

Data Transmitting IR/RS-232 data requires the construction of a cable as shown. For best results use multi-conductor stranded wire, 24-28 AWG, and the terminal block connector with captive screws (included). IR/RS-232 activity may cause momentary "glitches" or "muting" in the audio quality.

Control Wiring

Audio Analog audio is available for VGA input; there is no digital audio with VGA input.

Component/YPbPr audio accepts digital (coax) or optical audio.

Local audio is the same format as the input audio.

Step 1. Place the TP115-201 Transmitter and TP115-202 Receiver at their destinations and apply power; ALTINEX logos illuminate.

Step 2. Connect the video and audio output from the local device (PC, DVD, etc.) to the VGA/COMPONENT and

AUDIO inputs on the TP115-201. Cables are provided for a standard PC connection.

Step 3. Connect the local outputs (video and audio) on the TP115-201 to the local display and/or speakers if available.

The local outputs are identified by arrows pointing out of the TP115-201.

Step 4. Connect a CAT-5 cable between the TP connectors of the two units. For best results use ALTINEX low skew cable.

Step 5. Connect the TP115-202 Receiver to a display and speakers (or other audio receiving device).

Step 6. Verify the picture quality on the receiving display is equivalent to the quality as displayed on the local monitor. If the quality of the image is poor or nonexistent, it may be necessary to adjust the video equalization on the TP receiver. Adjust the equalization incrementally and wait between adjustments as some displays respond slowly to changes in the incoming video signal.

Step 7. For control wiring, if transmitting IR data from the receiver to the transmitter, install the optional IR Emitter to the 3.5 mm mono jack labeled IR OUT.

The emitter end of the cable should be place on or near the IR eye of the receiving device. See Section 7 for more details.

3. Limited Warranty/Return Policies

Please see the ALTINEX website at www.altinex.com

for details on warranty and return policies.

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4. Technical Specifications

Specifications are subject to change. See www.altinex.com

for up-to-date information.

Features/Description

Input Connectors

RGBHV or YPbPr

Stereo Audio

Power

IR IN, RS-232, +5V Out

Output Connectors

Local Monitor

Local Audio

Main Output

IR

Compatibility

PC Signal Resolutions

HDTV Resolutions

Accessories Included

Cable, VGA 6 ft 15-pin HD

Cable, Audio 3.5 mm

Power Adapter

Terminal Blocks

Miscellaneous hardware

Optional Accessories

IR Receiver with 9 ft cable

IR Emitter with 9 ft cable

TOSLINK to Mini-TOSLINK

Table 1. TP115-201 General

Electrical

Input Signals

Analog Signal Level

Analog Impedance

Sync Level

Sync Impedance

H frequency

V frequency

Audio Impedance

Audio Max Level

Output Signals

Local Mon Impd.

Local Audio

Twisted Pair

IR

Total Power

Transmitter

15-pin HD F (1)

3.5mm optic mini jack (1)

2.5 mm F (1)

5-pin TB (1)

15-pin HD F (1)

3.5 mm optic mini jack (1)

RJ-45 F Shielded (1)

3.5 mm mono jack (1)

VGA through UXGA

480p through 1080p

CB416-006 (1)

CB445-006 (1)

+9 VDC, 1.1 A (1)

AC101-302 (1)

Cable ties

AC301-110

AC301-111

CB429-003

Transmitter

1.2 Vp-p max

75 ohms

0 and 3-5 Vp-p

10 kohms

15 kHz to 130 kHz

30 Hz to 150 Hz

10 kohms

1 Vp-p

75 ohms

Direct Through

1.2 Vp-p max. / 50 ohms

38 kHz

1.4 W max.

Table 2. TP115-201 Electrical

Features/Description

Input Connectors

TP

Power

IR IN, RS-232, +5V

Output Connectors

RGBHV or YPbPr

Stereo Audio

IR Out

Compatibility

PC Signal Resolutions

HDTV Resolutions

Accessories Included

Cable, VGA 6 ft 15-pin HD

Cable, Audio 3.5 mm

Power Adapter

Terminal Blocks

Miscellaneous hardware

Optional Accessories

IR Receiver with 9 ft cable

IR Emitter with 9 ft cable

TOSLINK to Mini-TOSLINK

Table 3. TP115-202 General

Electrical

Input Signals

Twisted Pair

Output Signals

Analog Level

Analog Impedance

Sync Level

Sync Impedance

Audio Impedance

Audio Max Level

Audio Gain

IR

Total Power

Table 4. TP115-202 Electrical

Receiver

RJ-45 Shielded F (1)

2.5 mm F (1)

5-pin TB (1)

15-pin HD F (1)

3.5 mm mini optic jack (1)

3.5 mm mono jack (1)

VGA through UXGA

480p through 1080p

CB416-006 (1)

CB445-006 (1)

+9 VDC, 1.1 A (1)

AC101-302 (1)

Cable ties

AC301-110

AC301-111

CB429-003

Receiver

1.2 Vp-p max. / 50 ohms

1.2 Vp-p max

75 ohms

TTL

10 kohms

10 kohms

1 Vp-p

0dB +/- 0.5 dB

38 kHz

1.4 W max.

Mechanical

Material/Color

Height, Width, Depth

Weight

T° Operating (T° Maximum)

Humidity

MTBF (calc.)

Transmitter and Receiver

Al/Black

1.0 x 3.1 x 4.2 in

(25 x 79 x 107 mm)

0.4 lb (0.2 kg)

10°C-50°C (75°C)

90% non-condensing

38,000 hrs

Table 5. TP115-201 and TP115-202 Mechanical

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5. About Your TP115-201 and TP115-202

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Transmit video, audio, RS-232, and IR data over single CAT-5 cable

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Output sync pulses match input sync pulses

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High-quality stereo audio output (analog for RGBHV, optical or digital (coax) for YPbPr)

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Bi-directional IR and RS-232 data transmission

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LED indicators for power, EDID, signal type, and IR/RS-232 activity

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Superior transmission distances - Up to 300 ft (91 m) m at UXGA 1600x1200

(using ALTINEX low-skew cable)

The TP115-201 Transmitter and TP115-202 Receiver combination provides a means of transmitting video (computer or component), stereo audio (analog or digital), RS-232, and IR signals over a single Twisted Pair-type (CAT-5) cable. Both units are compact and easy to use allowing for installation into areas behind desks, displays, etc. with limited free space available.

The transmitter provides buffered local outputs for both video and audio with the local video and audio output in the same format as the input. When a local monitor is connected, the TP115-201 passes the EDID data from the monitor to the computer video source; otherwise ALTINEX's built-in EDID data is passed to the video source. The TP115-201 and TP115-202 support analog audio with RGBHV video and optical/digital audio with YPbPr video. The TP115-202 Receiver accepts the twisted pair signal from the transmitter and decodes the video, audio, and control signals for output to a projector, display, amplifier, speakers, etc.

The transmitter has a 15-pin HD female connector for video input (RGBHV or YPbPr) and a 3.5 mm optical mini jack for audio input; local outputs use a 15-pin

HD female connector and 3.5 mm optical mini jack. The female RJ-45 main output provides the main drive to the twisted pair cable which is accepted on the receiver's female RJ-45 main input connector. The receiver also has a 15-pin HD female connector for video output (RGBHV or YPbPr) and a 3.5 mm optical mini jack for audio output.

These latest generation devices allow IR or RS-232 data to be transmitted in either direction. RS-232 data transmission requires the construction of a simple 3 conductor cable. IR transmission requires the purchase of an optional IR Receiver and IR Emitter which both connect to the control terminal block connector.

IR output is output on a 38 kHz carrier wave. The units can be configured to transmit IR and RS-232 data, but cannot transmit both at the same time. All connections to the transmitter and receiver and made using a terminal block connector with captive screws (included). Note that if significant amount of IR or

RS-232 data is transmitted or repeatedly transmitted there may be temporary "glitches" or "muting" in the audio output.

The transmitter and receiver have LED indicators for power, EDID source (transmitter only), signal type, and IR/RS-232 line activity. On both units, the

ALTINEX logo illuminates when power is applied, the ACT light flashes when there is activity on the IR/RS-232 lines, and the signal type LED changes color depending on whether the video source is RGBHV or Component Video. If no video source is present the LED is off.

The latest generation of Twisted Pair devices uses an innovative, patented technology* developed by ALTINEX. The new signal processing technology allows transmitting and receiving fully equalized computer video signals, stereo, and audio signals over long distances.

* US Patent 7,065,190

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TP115-201 Transmitter

VIDEO IN

15-pin HD F

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LOCAL

VIDEO OUT

15-pin HD F

AUDIO IN

3.5 mm Optic Mini F

LOCAL

AUDIO OUT

3.5 mm Optic Mini F

TP115-201 TP TRANSMITTER

TP OUT

RED INT EDID/

GREEN EXT EDID

RS-232

IR RX

RED YPbPr/

GREEN VGA

TX

RX

GND

IR IN

+5V

ACT

IR OUT VGA:

ANALOG

COMPONENT:

DIGITAL COAX

OPTICAL

9V, 350 mA

EDID SOURCE

LED

VIDEO TYPE

LED

IR/RS-232

ACTIVITY LED

4

TWISTED PAIR

OUTPUT RJ-45 F

CONTROL INPUTS

5-pin TERM. BLOCK

IR OUTPUT

3.5 mm F (mono)

38 kHz Carrier

+9 VDC IN

2.5 mm JACK

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TP115-202 Receiver

TP IN

TP115-202

TP RECEIVER

VGA/

COMPONENT

VID EQ

RED YPbPr/

GREEN VGA

+5V

IR IN

GND

RX

TX

ACT

IR TX

RS-232

IR OUT

VGA:

ANALOG

COMPONENT:

DIGITAL COAX

OPTICAL

AUDIO

9V, 350 mA

TWISTED PAIR

INPUT RJ-45 F

CONTROL INPUTS

5-pin TERM. BLOCK

VIDEO EQUALIZATION

ADJUSTMENT

VIDEO TYPE

LED

IR/RS-232

ACTIVITY LED

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IR OUTPUT

3.5 mm F (mono)

38 kHz Carrier

5

VIDEO OUT

15-pin HD F

AUDIO OUT

3.5 mm Optic Mini F

+9 VDC IN

2.5 mm JACK

6. Application Diagrams

Diagram 1: Typical Setup

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Diagram 2: RJ-45 Pinout

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4

5

1

2

Orange/White

Orange

Green/White

Blue

Blue/White

6

7

Green

Brown/White

8 Brown

Table 1

Standard 568B Wiring Color Code

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Diagram 3: Internal View Transmitter

Video + Stereo Audio + RS-232 + IR to CAT-5 Transmitter

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Diagram 4: Internal View Receiver

CAT-5 to Video + Stereo Audio + RS-232 + IR Receiver

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Diagram 5: Optional Accessories

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7. Operation

The TP115-201 and TP115-202 combination requires only one adjustment to be made for optimal performance; video equalization. Video equalization is typically needed for cable runs of 50 ft (15 m) or more.

7.1 Video Equalization

Video Equalization is provided to fine-tune the displayed image on the remote display. Typically, for short cable runs the equalization will be set to near minimum. Long cable lengths will require near maximum equalization.

Make equalizations slowly and in small increments. Some monitors require several seconds to respond to changes in the incoming video signal.

7.2 Indicator LEDs

7.2.1 Transmitter

ALTINEX ON

EDID

OFF

= power is applied

= power is off

GREEN = Using Local Monitor EDID

SIGNAL

RED = Using ALTINEX Internal EDID

GREEN = VGA Video

RED = YPbPr Video

OFF = No Signal

ACTIVITY ON = flashes with IR/RS-232 traffic

OFF = no IR or RS-232 present

7.2.2 Receiver

ALTINEX ON

OFF

= power is applied

= power is off

SIGNAL GREEN = VGA Video

RED = YPbPr Video

OFF = No Signal

ACTIVITY ON = flashes with IR/RS-232 traffic

OFF = no IR or RS-232 present

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7.3 Audio Wiring (IR/RS-232)

7.3.1 Analog Audio (RGBHV video)

Analog audio is available for RGBHV video only and uses a standard

3.5 mm stereo audio cable.

TP115-201/202

Left

Right

Gnd

7.3.2 Digital Audio (YPbPr video)

3.5 mm Plug

Tip

Ring

Sleeve

Digital (coax) audio is available for YPbPr video only and uses a standard 3.5 mm stereo audio cable. The digital input signal can be input on either the Left Channel (tip) or Right Channel (ring) of the

3.5 mm plug.

TP115-201/202

Digital In

Gnd

3.5 mm Plug

Tip or Ring

Sleeve

Note: The transmitter and receiver wiring must be the same.

7.3.3 Optical Audio (YPbPr video)

Optical audio inputs and outputs plug directly into the 3.5 mm optical mini jack using standard Mini-TOSLINK

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type cable. ALTINEX part number CB429-003 is a TOSLINK to Mini-TOSLINK

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cable that can be used with many Blu-ray™ players.

Depending on the video player's output type you may need to purchase an adapter cable or connector in order to make the connection from your player to the transmitter's input.

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7.4 Control Wiring (IR/RS-232)

7.4.1 IR Wiring

In order to send an IR signal from a remote control at the transmitter to the display or projector at the receiver, an IR receiver (AC301-110) is needed at the transmitter along with an IR emitter (AC301-111) at the receiver.

IR Receiver Wiring (AC301-110)

TP115-201 Transmitter IR Receiver

IR IN Output (blue wire or white wire)

GND

+5V

Ground (black wire)

Power (red wire)

IR Emitter Wiring (AC301-111)

The IR Emitter utilizes a 3.5 mm mono plug that connects directly to the IR Output on the receiver. The emitter itself should be placed directly over the receiving eye of the display device.

Bi-directional IR

The process above can also be used to transmit an IR signal from the receiver to the transmitter using the IR IN on the receiver and the IR

Output at the transmitter.

7.4.2 RS-232 Wiring

The RS-232 lines are full-duplex capable but can be wired for single direction data transmission if the device feedback is not required; otherwise wire both the TX and RX lines for full capability.

For example, in order to instruct a projector at the receiver

(TP115-202) to turn off after a presentation, a projector OFF command needs to be input to the transmitter (TP115-201), transmitted over the

CAT-5 cable, and then sent from the receiver to the projector.

Transmitter side typical wiring to a PC (or controller):

PC (or controller)

Receive (DB9 pin 2)

Transmit (DB9 pin 3)

Ground (DB9 pin 5)

TP115-201 Transmitter

TX

RX

GND

Receiver side typical wiring to a projector (or other display device):

TP115-202 Receiver

TX

RX

GND

Projector*

Receive (DB9 pin 2)

Transmit (DB9 pin 3)

Ground (DB9 pin 5)

* Typical DB9 projector pinouts shown. Check the control section of your projector's user manual for proper pinout.

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8. Troubleshooting Guide

We have carefully tested and have found no problems in the supplied TP115-201/202. However, we would like to offer suggestions for the following:

Symptom

ALTINEX Logo is NOT

Illuminated Yellow

EDID LED is

Always RED

Video Type LED is OFF

Resolution

1. Make sure the unit is plugged into a working AC outlet and the DC plug is inserted all the way into the switcher.

2. Use only the power adapter provided.

There is no EDID available on the local monitor or the local monitor is not connected.

1. Make sure the local monitor is connected to the TP115-201 using the VGA cable provided and restart the video source to ensure the source recognizes the EDID memory from the monitor.

2. If the video is Component, the LED is RED indicating the internal EDID is selected (not applicable to YPbPr).

The TP115-201 recognizes VGA and Component (YPbPr) video signals.

If the signal is not VGA or Component then the LED is off.

1. Make sure the video source is on and active.

2. Check the image at the local monitor. Make sure the source is not in power save or screensaver mode.

No Display on Projector

Control Signal Improperly

Routed

1. Check the source and make sure there is a signal present.

2. Make sure the projector has power and is turned on. If the projector power is controlled by the transmitter through

IR or RS-232 control, make sure the cables are connected and the correct codes have been selected.

1. Make sure the correct cable is being used to control the projector, IR or RS-232.

2. If using IR, use an ALTINEX IR Emitter plugged into the IR OUT connector of the receiver and an ALTINEX IR

Receiver at the transmitter.

Poor Output Image

No Sound

1. The source resolution may not be compatible with the projector/display device. Try other resolutions.

2. The source and display may not be compatible. Connect the source directly to the input of the projector or other display device. If the image is poor the devices may be incompatible.

3. Long transmissions require varying degrees of video equalization at the receiver. Set the potentiometer to minimum

(fully CCW) and then slowly increment toward maximum. Pause in between each increment in order to allow the display to process the change to the incoming video signal.

Analog audio is only available with VGA (computer) video signals. If the video is YPbPr and the audio input is analog, there will be no audio on the output of the receiver or the audio may have intermittent distortions and interruptions.

Audio for YPbPr must be optical or digital (coax) audio.

1. Make sure the speakers are connected to the speaker output on the switcher.

2. Make sure audio is playing and that any mute settings are disabled.

In most cases there is no noticeable distortion to the twisted pair signal during typical IR or RS-232 transmission.

However, if the transmission is long enough or is sent repeatedly there may be some distortion to the audio signal; this is normal. Additionally, IR and RS-232 signals cannot both be transmitted at the same time.

Audio or Video Distortion

During RS-232 or IR

Transmissions

Note that some devices (for example digital to analog audio converters) take longer to respond to disruptions in audio signal than others. In some cases, the audio may be "muted" until the distortions due to data transmission are done.

1. Make sure the IR or RS-232 cables are properly grounded.

2. Keep the cable lengths from the output of the units as short as possible.

3. Make sure to use the proper video/audio sources or the distortions will be "louder" than normal.

Computer (RGBHV) with Analog Audio OR Component (YPbPr) with Digital/Optical Audio

There should be no distortion to the twisted pair audio signal. However, if the wrong audio type is used there may appear to be intermittent distortions when there is no IR or RS-232 data being transmitted.

Audio or Video Distortion

With No RS-232 or IR

Transmissions

1. Make sure only digital or optical audio is used with component (YPbPr) video. Transmitting analog audio with component video will result in intermittent interruptions in audio.

2. Make sure only analog audio is used with COMPUTER (RGBHV) video. Transmitting digital audio with

COMPUTER video will result in intermittent interruptions in audio.

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