Gefen EXT-HDMI1.3-841 User's Manual
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1. Features e Dolby TrueHD DTS HD Master Audio e Deep Color Supported XV Color e 225 MHz up to 12 bit YUV 444 supported 1080p e Protocol Pass Through e Lip Sync Pass Through Package Includes Gefen Switcher for HDMI 1 3 6 Foot HDMI cables M M 5V DC Power Supply Rack Ears RMT 8IR Remote control 1 8 1 1 1 1 User Manual 1 8 1 1 1 1 PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel Back Panel PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Infrared IR Receiver Extension Port This port will accept an optionally purchased IR extension cable Gefen part EXT RMT EXTIR This is useful for installations where the IR receiver located on the front panel Item 2 on this page is not in line of sight with the IR remote control used to relay commands to the device at the sender s location Infrared IR Receiver This IR receiver will relay IR commands from the receiving unit to the sending unit for output to a IR transmitter blaster on a IR controllable device Currently Selected Input LED Indicator There is one LED for each of the eight HDMI input ports The LED for the currently selected HDMI input will be active LED Power Indicator This LED will become active once the included 5V DC power supply is properly connected between the sender and an open wall power socket RS 232 Serial Communication port This port will accept a DB 9 serial communication cable for control by a separate device This port only uses the send recei2. H IE ee ee ae nee ee 12 165 10 WARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified within two 2 years from the date of shipment Gefen will at its option repair or replace the equipment provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical electrical or other abuse or modifications Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of parts and labor in effect at the time of repair Such repairs are warranted for ninety 90 days from the day of reshipment to the Buyer This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied including without limitation any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose all of which are expressly disclaimed 1 Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty 2 Customers outside the US are responsible for shipping charges to and from Gefen 3 Copper cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cables must be in their original condition The information in this manual has been carefully checked and 15 believed to be accurate However Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual In no event will Gefen be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or om
3. ems of all sizes with hard working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate The Gefen 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 The Gefen 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 routes eight different HD sources at resolutions of up to 1080p full HD to a single HDTV display This unit supports HDMI 1 3 which adds features such as enhanced color and audio capabilities that enrich the Hi Def experience The availability of up to eight HDMI inputs makes this unit ideal for simultaneous connection of multiple HDMI devices such as set top boxes satellite systems Blu Ray players and gaming consoles such as the XBox 360 and PlayStation 3 How It Works You simply connect all your sources to the Switcher s inputs Then connect the display on the output port Once the sources the Switcher and the display s are powered and connected you simply select which source you want to view using the IR remote OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 8X1 SWITCHER FOR HDMI 1 3 This devices is HDMI 1 3 compliant Please see page 3 for supported HDMI 1 3 features Supports HDTV resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and computer resolutions of 1900 x 1200 FEATURES Features e Switch easily between any eight HDMI sources e Extends the range of HDMI compliant devices by equalizing and reclocking the HDMI signal e Serial RS 232 port for remote switching e Discrete IR remote included e and HDCP pass through HDMI 1 3
4. ge for a description of the RMT8 IR remote control RMT 8IR REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION The included RMT 8IR remote control is used to switch between inputs on the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 Only one input can be selected at a time and this input is then output through the single HDMI output port on the rear panel Switching Press the 1 button to switch to HDMI input 1 Press the 2 button to switch to HDMI input 2 Press the 3 button to switch to HDMI input 3 Press the 4 button to switch to HDMI input 4 Press the 5 button to switch to HDMI input 5 Press the 6 button to switch to HDMI input 6 Press the 7 button to switch to HDMI input 7 Press the 8 button to switch to HDMI input 8 IR CHANNEL CONFIGURATION Why would I need to change the remote channel In some instances the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 may use IR codes that conflict with other IR remote control devices The unit may switch inputs when another brand IR remote control is used or the RMT 8lR may cause other brand IR controlled devices to behave unexpectedly am experiencing the issues listed above What do do In these cases it is recommended to change the IR channel that the RMT 8IR remote control and the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 use The IR channel is configured independently on the RMT 8IR remote control and the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 but the channel selection must match on both units for proper operation How Do I change the Remote Channel T
5. he RMT 8IR remote control How do I use these features These features were initially intended for utilization by custom installers in automated setups However these features can be tested by using any Windows PC with the Hyperterminal program What pins are used for communication with the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 Only pins 2 Receive 3 Transmit and 5 Ground are used for communication A null modem adapter should not be used with this product 54321 i 4777727 9876 6789 Only Pins 2 RX 3 TX and 5 Ground are used on the 5 232 serial interface What are the communication port settings DLS DOr OCON 19200 WS re oy E RR RE 8 wii e None DOP Em 1 FION ee Switching Routing Binary Table Corresponding RMT16 IR un SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifier Bandwidth cc ccscccccceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeesseaeaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 225 MHz Video Signal ses een ee ee een 1 2 Volts p p DESIGN A ERR 5 Volts p p TTL Single Link Range 1080p 60 12 bit color depth 1920x1200 HDMI Connector m E S Type A 19 Pin Female Remote Control Port RS 232 female mini stereo 3 5mm jack POWO SUP m 5V DC Power Consumption aan ne 10 Watts max DIMENSIONS 17 W x 1 75 H x 4 375 1 6 970 MY SIC
6. here are service DIP switches on the RMT 8IR remote control and also inside the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 Use the diagrams below to locate and change the IR channel to one that is not the default Remember that the channel must match on both the unit and remote control for successful operation RMT 8IR Remote Control Remove the battery cover on the rear side of the RMT 8IR remote control to expose the DIP switches 2 DIP switch bank for IR channel configuration Remote Channel 1 Default Remote Channel 2 Remote Channel 3 Remote Channel 4 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 The IR channel DIP switches for the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 are located on an 4 bank DIP switch on the underside of the unit The DIP switch bank is hidden under a piece of silver metallic tape Remove the tape and locate DIP switches 1 and 2 DIP switches 1 and 2 on the unit correspond to DIP switches 1 and 2 on the IR remote control The channel must match on both devices for successful operation DIP switches 3 and 4 are not used Remote Channel 1 Default Remote Channel 2 1 Remote Channel 4 1 1 Remote Channel 3 234 234 RS 232 SERIAL COMMUNICATION What features are available via the RS 232 serial communications port The 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 can accept commands through the 5 232 serial communications port located on the rear panel The current RS 232 control features are Switching routing of inputs to outputs without t
7. ission in this manual even if advised of the possibility of such damages The technical information contained herein regarding the features and specifications is subject to change without notice For the latest warranty coverage information refer to the Warranty and Return Policy under the Support section of the Gefen Web site at www gefen com PRODUCT REGISTRATION Please register your product online by visiting the Register Product page under the Support section of the Gefen Web site 11 Ad 5 841 MA HDMI1 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 1 800 545 6900 818 772 9100 fax 818 772 9120 www gefen com support gefen com es Ke This product uses UL listed power supplies
8. n E 8x1 Switcher for HOM 1 3 EXT HDMI1 3 841 User Manual w gefen com ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE Technical Support Telephone 818 772 9100 800 545 6900 Fax 818 772 9120 Technical Support Hours 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Monday thru Friday Pacific Time Write To Gefen LLC c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefen com support gefen com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 is a trademark of Gefen LLC 2011 Gefen LLC All rights reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective owners Rev CONTENTS 1 Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions Connecting And Operating The 8x1 Switcher For HDMI 1 3 O A WO N RMT8 IR Remote Control Description IR Channel Configuration 0 RS 232 Serial Communication 10 Specifications 11 Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 Your complete satisfaction is very important to us Gefen Gefen delivers innovative progressive computer and electronics add on solutions that harness integration extension distribution and conversion technologies Gefen s reliable plug and play products supplement cross platform computer systems professional audio video environments and HDTV syst
9. ve and ground pins Please see page 9 for more information 5V DC Power Receptacle This receptacle will require power from the included 5V DC power supply for proper operation Connect the included power supply between this port and open wall power socket HDMI Input Ports 1 8 Connect up to eight HDMI source devices to these HDMI input ports Selection of the viewable input is executed by the included RMT 8IR remote control or by an external device that uses the RS 232 serial communication port HDMI Output Port Connect one HDMI capable device i e HDMI display to this HDMI output port The currently selected HDMI input source device will be output through this port CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 8X1 SWITCHER FOR HDMI 1 3 How to Connect the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 1 Connect up to eight HDMI source devices to the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 using the supplied HDMI cables 8 are included 2 Connect one HDMI capable device i e HDMI display to the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 using a user Supplied HDMI cable 3 Connect the included 5V DC power supply to the power receptacle on the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 Connect the power plug on the opposite end to an open wall power socket 4 Initialize power on the HDMI capable output device i e HDMI display first and then the HDMI source devices How to Operate the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1 3 Use the included RMT8 IR remote control to switch between HDMI inputs Please see pa
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