Extron DTP HD DA8 4K 230 Eight Output DTP Distribution Amplifier 60-1438-01

Description

The Extron
DTP HD DA4 4K 230 and DTP HD DA8 4K 230
are distribution amplifiers that provide one HDMI input with loop-through, and either four or eight DTP
®
outputs. Each twisted pair output sends HDMI, audio, and control up to 230 feet (70 meters) over shielded CATx cable to Extron DTP‑enabled products. The DTP HD DA 4K 230 accepts analog stereo audio signals for simultaneous transmission over the same shielded CATx cable. It supports video signals at resolutions up to 4K. The DTP HD DA 4K 230 offers bidirectional RS‑232 and IR pass-through at each DTP output, plus system level RS‑232 control of AV devices via Ethernet insertion. It features remote powering of DTP receivers, EDID Minder
®
, Key Minder
®
, and selectable output muting.
The HDCP-compliant DTP HD DA 4K 230 enables the reliable transmission of HDMI signals, supporting Deep Color up to 12‑bit, and embedded HD lossless audio formats. The DTP HD DA 4K 230 also provides a connection for sending stereo analog audio to a DTP‑enabled matrix switcher, switcher, or signal processor. The analog stereo audio signal is sent over the same shielded twisted pair cable as the HDMI and control signals, eliminating the need for a separate cable run to support analog audio at the DTP‑enabled product. The distribution amplifier features an analog stereo audio loop-through for local audio system and monitoring needs.
The distribution amplifier supports simultaneous transmission of bidirectional RS‑232 and IR signals from a control system for AV device control, using pass-through connections at each DTP output. RS‑232 signals can also be inserted over Ethernet for system level AV device control. Additionally, the DTP HD DA 4K 230 can send power to each of the four or eight DTP receivers over the shielded twisted pair cable, streamlining system design and installation. The DTP HD DA 4K 230 can be integrated with Extron switchers, scalers, or other DTP‑enabled products to provide multiple, simultaneous outputs for signage and presentation overflow room applications.
For integration flexibility, each DTP twisted pair output can be independently configured for compatibility with HDBaseT-enabled displays. When configured for HDBaseT compatibility, digital video and embedded audio, plus bidirectional RS‑232 and IR signals are sent up to 230 feet (70 meters) over shielded CATx cable.
To enhance and simplify integration of sources and displays, and to help ensure optimal system performance, the DTP HD DA 4K 230 features two Extron-exclusive technologies: EDID Minder and Key Minder. EDID Minder manages EDID communication between the display devices and input source to ensure that the correct video formats are displayed reliably. For HDMI signals with protected content, Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption between input and output devices to ensure the simultaneous distribution of source content to all displays. The DTP HD DA 4K 230 also automatically adjusts color bit depth based on the display EDID, preventing color compatibility conflicts between source and display. The DTP outputs can be muted independently via Ethernet or RS‑232 control allowing, for example, content to be previewed on a local monitor prior to appearing on the main presentation display.
The DTP HD DA 4K 230 provides automatic input cable equalization up to 75 feet (22.8 meters) at 1080p/60 with 8‑bit color on Extron HDMI Pro Series cables. Input cable equalization restores and reshapes incoming HDMI signals, reducing the need for additional signal conditioning equipment by compensating for weak source signals or signal loss from a long input cable.
The DTP HD DA 4K 230 can be controlled via Ethernet, USB, or RS‑232. Configuration of the DTP HD DA 4K 230 is made simple with Extron's PCS - Product Configuration Software with a user‑friendly GUI that is very easy to navigate. This software application allows for expedited setup and commissioning, real-time operation and monitoring, plus the ability to configure several units in the same session.
Extron recommends Extron-certified XTP DTP 24 shielded twisted pair cable, shielded RJ‑45 plugs, jacks, and couplers engineered for optimum signal transmission with Extron DTP Series products. The XTP DTP 24 cable is certified to 475 MHz and utilizes a SF/UTP design with four unshielded 24 AWG twisted pair conductors inside an overall braid and foil shield for superior performance and noise immunity.
Features
Distributes HDMI plus control and analog audio up to 230 feet (70 meters) over shielded CATx cable
— The DTP HD DA 4K 230 provides high reliability and maximum performance on an economical and easily installed cable infrastructure.
Inputs: One HDMI with buffered input loop-through, one 3.5 mm stereo mini jack for audio with loop-through
Outputs: Four or eight DTP
®
230 twisted pair outputs on RJ‑45
Buffered HDMI input loop-through
— The DTP HD DA 4K 230 features an active local HDMI output for local monitor support or system expansion.
Supports computer and video resolutions up to 4K
— Supports 4K/60 4:2:0 and 4K/30 4:4:4, maintaining superior image quality at the highest resolutions.
Remote powering of DTP receivers
— The DTP HD DA 4K 230 can provide power to four or eight DTP receivers over the twisted pair connections, eliminating the need for separate power supplies at the remote units.
Extron XTP DTP 24 shielded twisted pair cable is strongly recommended for optimal performance
Compatible with CATx shielded twisted pair cable
— Shielded twisted pair cabling with solid center conductor sizes of 24 AWG or better is recommended for optimal performance.
Supported HDMI specification features include data rates up to 10.2 Gbps, Deep Color up to 12‑bit, 3D, and HD lossless audio formats
Audio input with loop-through accepts additional analog stereo audio signals
— The DTP HD DA 4K 230 accepts stereo analog audio signals for simultaneous transmission over the same shielded twisted pair cable, and it includes a loop-through for local audio system and monitoring needs. Analog audio is not embedded onto the digital video signal, nor is digital audio de‑embedded from the digital video signal.
DTP outputs are compatible with HDBaseT-enabled devices
— Each DTP output can be configured to send video and embedded audio, plus bidirectional RS‑232 and IR signals to an HDBaseT-enabled display.
Supports multiple embedded audio formats
— The DTP HD DA 4K 230 is compatible with a broad range of multi-channel audio signals, providing reliable operation with HDMI sources.
RS‑232 insertion from the Ethernet control port
— System level AV device control to all remote locations via the distribution amplifier’s Ethernet port, providing comprehensive control of the attached devices without needing additional equipment.
Bidirectional RS‑232 and IR pass‑through for AV device control
— Bidirectional RS‑232 control and IR signals can be transmitted alongside the video signal, allowing remote AV devices to be controlled without the need for additional cabling.
HDCP compliant
— Ensures display of content-protected media and interoperability with other HDCP-compliant devices.
User-selectable HDCP authorization
— Allows the unit to appear HDCP compliant or non-HDCP compliant to the connected source, which is beneficial if the source automatically encrypts all content when connected to an HDCP-compliant device. Protected material is not passed in non-HDCP mode.
Key Minder
®
continuously verifies HDCP compliance
— Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption between input and output devices to enable simultaneous distribution of a single source signal to two or more displays.
Comprehensive EDID management
— Use PCS software to access EDID Minder for setting video input EDID, capturing EDID from connected displays, or uploading custom EDID files. Proper EDID management ensures that sources and displays are easily integrated into a system resulting in optimized system operation. Freely downloadable EDID Manager 2.1 software is available for advanced EDID editing and creating custom EDID files.
EDID Minder
®
automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices
— EDID Minder ensures that the source powers up properly and reliably outputs content for display.
HDCP authentication and signal presence confirmation
— Provides real-time verification of HDCP status for each digital video input and output. This allows for simple, quick, and easy signal and HDCP verification through front panel LEDs, RS‑232, USB, or Ethernet, providing valuable feedback to a system operator or helpdesk support staff.
HDCP Visual Confirmation
— When HDCP‑encrypted content is transmitted to a non‑HDCP compliant display, a full‑screen green signal is sent to the display for immediate visual confirmation that protected content cannot be viewed on that display.
HDMI to DVI Interface Format Correction
— Automatically enables or disables embedded audio and InfoFrames, and sets the correct color space for proper connection to HDMI and DVI displays.
Automatic color bit depth management
— The DTP HD DA 4K 230 automatically adjusts color bit depth based on the display EDID, preventing color compatibility conflicts between source and displays.
Output muting control
— Provides the capability to mute one or all outputs at any time. In addition to muting audio, video, or both, the unit can also be set to mute video and sync to allow projectors or flat-panel displays to automatically enter into standby mode to save energy and enhance lamp or panel life.
Automatic input cable equalization to 75 feet (22.8 meters) at 1080p/60 with 8‑bit color when used with Extron HDMI Pro cables
— Cable input equalization optimizes signal performance for all HDMI signals, helping to ensure pristine image quality throughout DTP Systems. 4K and 2560x1600 @ 60 Hz resolutions are equalized to 50 feet (15 meters).
Provides +5 VDC, 250 mA power on the local HDMI output for external peripheral devices
Ethernet monitoring and control
— Enables control and proactive monitoring over a LAN, WAN, or the Internet.
Compatible with all DTP 230 Series receivers and DTP‑enabled products
— Enables mixing and matching with desktop and wallplate receivers, as well as other DTP‑enabled products to meet application requirements.
Built‑in Web pages
— Enables the use of a standard browser for device monitoring and troubleshooting over an intuitive Web interface.
RS‑232 control port
— Enables the use of serial commands for integration into a control system. Extron products use the SIS™ - Simple Instruction Set command protocol, a set of basic ASCII commands that allow for quick and easy programming.
Front panel USB configuration port
— Enables easy configuration without having to access the rear panel.
LED indicators for signal presence, HDCP, and power
— Provides visual indication of system status for real-time feedback and monitoring of key performance parameters.
RJ‑45 signal and link LED indicators for DTP ports
— Provides a means for validating signal flow and operation, allowing quick identification of connectivity issues.
Easy setup and commissioning with Extron's PCS - Product Configuration Software
— Conveniently configure multiple products using a single software application.
JITC Certified
— Successfully completed interoperability and information assurance testing for use in government applications and other mission-critical environments.
Rack-mountable 1U, full rack width metal enclosure - rack mount hardware included
Includes LockIt HDMI cable lacing brackets
Internal Extron Everlast power supply
— Provides worldwide power compatibility, with high-demonstrated reliability and low power consumption for reduced operating cost
DTP HD DA 4K 230 Series
specification
Frame rate
1
24, 25, 30, 50, or 60 fps
Chroma sampling
1
4:4:4, 4:2:2, or 4:2:0
Color bit depth
1
8 bits per color
Signal Type
HDMI 1.4, HDCP 1.4
Max. video data rate
10.2 Gbps (3.4 Gbps per color)
Video
Maximum data rate
10.2 Gbps (3.4 Gbps per color)
Maximum pixel clock
300 MHz
Resolution Range
Up to 2560x1600* @ 60 Hz or 4K (4096x2160) @ 30 Hz, UHD (3840x2160) @ 30 Hz,
4K/UHD @ 60 Hz with 4:2:0 chroma subsampling
(*Reduced blanking)
Color bit depth
8, 10, or 12 bits — subject to the maximum data rate limit
Formats
RGB and YCbCr digital video
Standards
DVI 1.0, HDMI 1.4, HDCP 1.4, CEA-861E
Video input
NOTE
*Appropriate HDMI to DVI-D cables or adapters are required for HDMI signal input/output.
Number/signal type
1 single link HDMI (or DVI-D*)
Connectors
1 female HDMI type A
Video Output
Number/signal type
1 single link HDMI (Local Output)
DTP HD DA4 4K 230
4 DTP 230
DTP HD DA8 4K 230
8 DTP 230
Interconnection between transmitter and receivers
Connectors
DTP HD DA4 4K 230
4 female RJ-45
DTP HD DA8 4K 230
8 female RJ-45
Termination standards
TIA/EIA T568B
Signal transmission distance
DTP HD DA4/DA8 4K 230
1080p @ 60 Hz
Up to 230' (70 m) using shielded twisted pair (STP) cable or XTP DTP 24 cable
2560x1600 @ 60 Hz
Up to 130' (40 m) using STP cable or XTP DTP 24 cable
4K/UHD @ 30 and 60 Hz
Up to 130' (40 m) using STP cable or XTP DTP 24 cable
Cable requirements
Solid conductor, 24 AWG or better
Cable recommendations
400 MHz bandwidth STP cable
NOTE
Extron XTP DTP 24 shielded twisted pair cable is strongly recommended for optimal performance.
NOTE
Output mode signaling:
DTP:
HDMI with embedded audio, analog audio, RS-232 and IR, and remote power
HDBaseT:
HDMI with embedded audio plus RS-232 and IR
Audio (analog audio)
Gain
Unbalanced output (from receiver): 0 dB; balanced output (from receiver): +6 dB
Frequency response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±1 dB
THD + Noise
0.03% @ 1 kHz; 0.3% @ 20 kHz at nominal level
S/N
>90 dB at maximum input (unweighted)
Stereo channel separation
>80 dB
Digital sampling rate
48 kHz
Bit Depth
16 bit
Audio input (analog audio)
Number/signal type
1 PC level stereo, unbalanced
NOTE
Analog audio is not embedded onto the digital video signal. Analog audio and digital embedded audio are transmitted simultaneously and output on the receiver on two different connectors.
Connectors
(1) 3.5 mm stereo jack, 2 channel; tip (L); ring (R); sleeve (ground)
Impedance
>10k ohms, DC coupled
Nominal level
-10 dBV (316 mVrms)
Maximum level
+7 dBV, unbalanced
NOTE
0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms, 0 dBV = 1 Vrms, 0 dBV ≈ 2 dBu
Audio Output
Number/signal type
Local output
1 PC level stereo, unbalanced
DTP output
4 or 8 embedded digital audio on DTP signal
Embedded digital audio source formats
2-ch PCM, PCM, Dolby Digital 2/0, Dolby Digital 2/0 Surround, Dolby Digital 5.1,
Dolby Digital EX, DTS Digital Surround 5.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
Connectors
Local
(1) 3.5 mm stereo jack, 2 channel; tip (L), ring (R), sleeve (ground)
DTP
4 or 8 female RJ-45
Impedance
>50 ohms, DC coupled
Nominal level
-10 dBV (316 mVrms)
Maximum level
+6.5 dBV (unbalanced)
Control/remote
Serial control port
RS-232, 3.5 mm, 3 pole captive screw connector
Baud rate and protocol
9600 baud rate, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, non-parity
Serial control pin configurations
Captive screw connectors: 1 = Tx, 2 = Rx, 3 = Gnd
USB control ports
1 front panel female Mini USB-B
USB standards
USB 2.0, low speed
Ethernet data rate
10/100Base-T, half/full duplex, with autodetect
Ethernet protocol
ARP, ICMP (ping), IP, TCP, DHCP, HTTP, Telnet, SMTP, SSH
Program control
Extron's Simple Instruction Set (SIS™), Extron Product Configuration Software (PCS), Microsoft Edge, Telnet
Communications — external device (RS-232/IR over TP)
Serial control port
RS-232 via (4) or (8) 3.5 mm, 5 pole captive screw connectors
(connectors are shared with IR control ports)
Baud rate and protocol
300 to 115200 baud, 8 or 7 data bits, 1 or 2 stop bits, non-parity (default), even or odd parity
Serial control pin configuration
Captive screw connectors: 1 = Tx, 2 = Rx, 3 = Gnd
IR pass-through control port
(4) or (8) 3.5 mm, 5 pole captive screw connectors (connectors are shared with RS-232 control ports)
TTL level (0 to 5 V) modulated infrared control from 30 kHz up to 60 kHz
IR control pin configuration
3 = Gnd, 4 = IR Tx, 5 = IR Rx
NOTE
Protocol is mirrored between the connected DTP 230 Rx or DTP 330 Rx endpoints and the "Over TP" ports on the DTP HD DA series. Signals from a control device pass into each "Over TP" port, are embedded with the DTP signal, and sent to the individual DTP 230 Rx or DTP 330 Rx endpoints for control of remote sink or source devices. The "Over TP" ports are simply pass-through connections to DTP endpoints. There is no RS-232 or IR insertion from any DA control port to the "Over TP" ports.
General
Power supply
Internal
Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Power consumption
DTP HD DA4 4K 230
45.6 watts
DTP HD DA8 4K 230
78.7 watts
Temperature/humidity
Storage: -40 to +158°F (-40 to +70°C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Operating: +32 to +104°F (0 to +40°C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Cooling
Fans, air flows from right to left (when viewed from the front)
Thermal dissipation
DTP HD DA4 4K 230
85.5 BTU/hr
DTP HD DA8 4K 230
125 BTU/hr
Rack mount
Yes, with included rack ears
Enclosure type
Metal
Enclosure dimensions
DTP HD DA4 4K 230
1.75" H x 17.5" W x 10.6" D (1U high, full rack wide)
(4.4 cm H x 44.4 cm W x 26.8 cm D, depth excludes connectors)
DTP HD DA8 4K 230
1.75" H x 17.5" W x 10.6" D (1U high, full rack wide)
(4.4 cm H x 44.4 cm W x 26.8 cm D, depth excludes connectors)
Product weight
DTP HD DA4 4K 230
4.9 lbs (2.2 kg)
DTP HD DA8 4K 230
5.0 lbs (2.3 kg)
Vibration
ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)
Regulatory compliance
Safety
CE, c-UL, UL
EMI/EMC
CE**, C-tick, FCC Class A**, ICES, VCCI
Environmental
Complies with the appropriate requirements of RoHS, WEEE