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Kramer TP-580T HDBaseT Twisted Pair Transmitter

BH #KRTP580T • MFR #TP-580T
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Kramer TP-580 Overview

The Kramer Electronics TP-580T HDBaseT Twisted Pair Transmitter is a high−performance transmitter for HDMI, bidirectional RS-232, and IR signals. The TP-580T inputs HDMI, RS-232, and IR signals and converts them into an HDBaseT twisted pair signal that it transmits to a TP-580R receiver (sold separately). It supports transmission of 1080p, 2K, and 4K video signals over a distance of up to 230 feet.

Maximum data rate 10.2 Gb/s (3.4 Gb/s per graphic channel)
HDTV compatible
HDCP compliance
HDBaseT technology
HDMI supports deep color, x.v.Color, Lip Sync, HDMI uncompressed audio channels, Dolby TrueHD, DTS−HD, and CEC
3D pass-through
EDID pass-through passes EDID signals between the source and display
2K & 4K support
Transmits 1080p, 2K, and 4K video signals over a distance of up to 230' (70m)
Bidirectional RS-232 & IR interface commands and data can flow in both directions via the RS−232 interface allowing status requests and remote control of the destination unit
Cable for optimum range and performance use, use Kramer's BC−DGKat524, BC−DGKat623 and BC−DGKat7a23 cables (sold separately)
Status LEDs for input, output, link, and power
Compact DigiTOOLS 3 units can be rack mounted side−by−side in a 1U rack space with the RK−3T universal rack adapter (sold separately)

Kramer TP-580 Specs

Input
1 HDMI connector
Output
1 HDBaseT twisted pair RJ−45 connector
Ports
1 IR on a 3.5 mm mini jack, 1 RS−232 on a 9−pin D−sub connector
Transmission Range
1080p, 2K, and 4K video at up to 230' (70 m)
Bandwidth
10.2 Gb/s (3.4 Gb/s per graphic channel)
RS-232
Baud Rate: 115200
Compliance With HDMI Standard
Supports HDMI and HDCP
Power Consumption
12 VDC, 275 mA
Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage Temperature
−40 to 158°F (−40 to 70°C)
Humidity
10 to 90%, RHL non−condensing
Dimensions
7.4 x 4.5 x 1.0" (18.8 x 11.4 x 2.4 cm)
Weight
1.4 lb (0.6 kg)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.25 x 4.75 x 3.5"

Kramer TP-580 Reviews

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By William
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-10-13

On line system worked well

Did not work for my application

By MORGAN M.
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2015-10-21

I purchased this product with a matching receiver to connect a laptop to a projector. I ran shielded cat 6 cable (150ft) from the laptop to the projector. When trying to connect the laptop, I could see the projector name in my options dropdown but when I selected the projector, nothing happened. I understand they are directional. HDMI OUT was going to the projector and HDMI IN was coming from my laptop. The projector could not find a signal. All lights on units indicated a connection. I tried powering things off and on and tried a bluray player thinking perhaps it was my laptop. The projector never detected a signal. I thought perhaps it was an issue with HDCP but the manual says these support HDCP. Maybe these don't work over Cat 6? In the end I tried a similar unit by a different manufacture (of lesser quality in my opinion). Same cabling, same laptop, same projector, and that unit did the trick. Before writing this review I tried the units one last time to be fair. I used a cat 5 cable about 20ft long and connected it to an HDTV. It appears they will work with this combination. So they get 2 stars instead of 1. This is my 4th time having to use HDMI over cat 5/6 cable. All applications have been with different manufacturers and all have developed issues. 3 previous will experience drop outs in signal, this unit didn't work for the application required.

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Does this unit pass HDR also?

Does this unit pass HDR also?
Asked by: Danny
No HDR pass-through is defined on this product.
Answered by: Bruno
Date published: 2021-08-20

Is the receiver required? I'm running directly to ...

Is the receiver required? I'm running directly to a projector that accepts HDbaseT as an input.
Asked by: Seth
In theory, the Kramer TP-580T HDBaseT Twisted Pair Transmitter should produce the signal and not need the receiver.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2023-08-01

How important is shielded cable? I'm wondering ...

How important is shielded cable? I'm wondering about our existing unshielded 250ft cat6 run.
Asked by: Zachary
Shelled cables are recommended as they will help protect against any potential power surges when connected to the Kramer TP-580TXR Extended Range HDBaseT Twisted Pair Transmitter, but they are not required.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2023-01-23

Does this unit always require a power cable? Or ...

Does this unit always require a power cable? Or could it be powered with a PoE/PoH receiver?
Asked by: Zachary
The Kramer TP-580TXR Extended Range HDBaseT Twisted Pair Transmitter does not support POE powering and would require the use of its included power supply.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-01-24

question

Can I use this device as HDMI extender over cat6 to get picture from cable box and ir extender to control a cable box?
Asked by: Anonymous
That should be possible. This HDBaseT Transmitter and Receiver set is HDCP complaint, which is necessary for it to work with a cable box. It also can extend IR over the Cat6 cable.
Answered by: Joseph P.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Are there mounting brackets included?

Are there mounting brackets included?
Asked by: Matthew
Yes, the Kramer TP-580R Twisted Pair Receiver comes with mounting brackets included. Manual Page 2 shows items included: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/858737.pdf
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-08-02

question

is the extender IP based? is it able to be fed through a switch in its own VLAN? or does it have to be a direct connection on both ends?
Asked by: Shahed E.
It is not IP traffic, it is HDbaseT over ethernet cable. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDBaseT
Answered by: Alex
Date published: 2021-06-18
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