Magenta HD1-LX Quick Reference & Setup Manual - page 4
MAGENTA HD1-LX HDMI & IR EXTENDER
2. Introduction
2.1 Overview
Magenta’s HD1-LX series of video extenders extends HDMI or DVI video, serial,
and IR signals over Category 5e/5/6e/6/7 UTP / STP or FTP cable.
WARNING
This equipment is not intended for, nor does it support, distribution
through an Ethernet network. Do not connect these devices to any sort
of networking or telecommunications equipment!
2.2 Equipment You May Also Need
• HDMI cables
• HDMI to DVI adapter cables
• Category 5e/5/6e/6/7 cable
• IR Emitter and IR Receiver cables
• DB9 Serial Cables
2.3 Compatible Cabling
Magenta Research products are compatible with CAT 5e/5/6e/6/7 data cabling.
Category cabling for the Magenta HD1-LX Series must be pinned to the TIA-EIA
T568B wiring specification (see appendix A) We also highly recommend that all
Category cables be pre-terminated and tested. Cables terminated on-site or in an
existing infrastructure should be tested before use to ensure compliance with the
TIA-EIA T568B specification. Using incorrectly terminated Category cables can
damage the Magenta HD1-LX Series.
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