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HDBaseT is a global standard of the transmission of high-definition video and audio, Ethernet, controls, USB
and up to 100W of power over a single cable, for up to 100M/328ft.
The
QuickMatriX-H
(Ref. QMX150-H) is fully compliant with the HDBaseT Specifications.
Equipped with HDBaseT receivers and transmitters, the
QuickMatriX-H
is able to input video, embedded
audio, Ethernet pass-through and manage a Power over Ethernet feed (30W) and to output video, embedded
audio, Ethernet, plus a bidirectional Serial connection and a IR connection.
The bidirectional serial and the IR connection are output via the 5-pin MCO connectors associated to the
HDBaseT port.
Based on the HDBaseT specifications of the HDBaseT Alliance, the
QuickMatriX-H
is compatible with the
list of HDBaseT products referenced by the HDBaseT alliance. The full list of available products are listed at
https://hdbaset.org/advanced-search/
In case of issue with your installation, the HDBaseT alliance has released a troubleshoot guide.
The document is available at
http://installers.hdbaset.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Installers-10-
commandments.pdf
and the content of the document is :
1. LAN is the Cable
HDBaseT runs on a regular cable (Cat5E or above), so any best practices regarding Ethernet installations also
apply here. Cable performance is defined by the quality of the cable, the distance of the connection, the
handling of the cable and the video resolution expected. A rule of thumb is that the higher resolution, the
better the cable should be. The same goes for distance.
The cabling infrastructure in any project is likely to be around for a long time -it should last longer than
any other component in the network, and choice of cable should take into consideration new applications,
additional users and potential expansions of the whole systems.
2. Thou shalt not untwist your wires unnecessaril
y
There is a reason that the wires are twisted: it cancels out electromagnetic interference (EMI) from external
sources and crosstalk from neighboring conductors. When terminating the cable, make sure not to untwist
more than half-an-inch (and preferable a quarter-of-an-inch) form the point of termination, and remove as
little of the sheath as possible.
3. Thou shalt handle your cable with care
LAN cable are fairly resilient. Yet, any rough handling, such as tight tie wraps, clamping or stapling can
damage the cable, compromising performance or event preventing signal transmission. Tie cables loosely
with appropriate cable wraps, and make sure to use appropriate cable support systems when too many
cables are involved, such as trays, carriers or J-hooks. If pulling cables is necessary, make sure not to pull
too hard because that also may cause pairs to untwist and degrade performance. Cable physical protection
safeguards the integrity of data transmission.
4. Thou shalt not overbend your cables
Another important issue for cable integrity is the bend radius. Bend radius is the inside curve of the cable
during and agter installation. It is best to keep the minimum bend radius at least at four times the diameter
of the cable – that means that the cable should not be bent below that radius, so as not to damage it and
compromise signal transmission. Overbending may lossent or otherwise modify the wire twisting and increase
susceptibility to external noise and near-end crosstalk within the cable.
10.2 HDBaseT™
10.2 HDBaseT™
