Hall Research HDMI Power Inserter with 5v 2.6A Universal Power Supply, GC-HDPI-KIT-E

The GC-HDPI-KIT includes an HDMI pass-thru adapter and a 5v DC power supply. The low profile adapter plugs into any HDMI source and routes 5v to the HDMI output (pin 19) from the external 5v supply. The 5v output from source is not used.

Typically according to the HDMI specifications the 5V output on the HDMI connector should provide at least 50ma of current to the connected device (sink). However some sources do not provide enough current (or  the 5v output may droop as the sink draws power from it). Port powered devices such as some HDMI video switches, splitters, or cable boosters/equalizers rely on the 5v from the source to provide enough current. If you have a source that does not provide enough power on its HDMI output for these types of devices,  this inserter can substitute 5v from the external power supply to the downstream device.

The adapter does not provide any current limiting of its own, so the amount of current available is only limited by the supplied power supply. The kit includes a 5v supply that provides 1A of current (-E can provide upto 2.6A).

It is recommended to plug in the adapter and cable prior to attaching or turning on the power supply. Only use with 5v regulated power supply (as provided). Any damage to the downstream device due to using wrong voltage or excessive power, is the user's responsibility. The 5v output is active when the power supply is plugged in. 

Features

• Resolves HDMI issues caused by insufficient 5v output from HDMI source
• Low profile - does not add much depth!
• Includes regulated 5v power supply
• Disconnects 5v from HDMI source and substitutes clean 5v with ample power

About Hall Research

Hall Research has been a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative Video over CATx, matrix switchers, scaling and automation products. As the creators of the device that revolutionized Video over Cat5, the Mini-Cat®, Hall Research has risen to prominence in the Audio/Video industry. Our products are used by every major industry in thousands of installations worldwide.