Gefen EXT-DVIKVM-441DL User's Manual
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1. 2 USING SHORT CUT CHARACTERS TO CHANGE SETTINGS 2 1 HYPERTERMINAL SETTINGS in Microsoft Windows First please set up the correct communication configuration by running these commands as shown on the screen shot immediately below File gt Properties gt Setting gt ASCII Setup Ti l Ier gp ALE E Re E I 1 A Mik teh r e A rin san gege bri hma d Se H Also please be sure to unmark the check box that says Send line ends with line feeds 2 2 EXAMPLE CHANGE THE ROUTED SOURCE Now you are ready to route Display input sources At the Hyperterminal cursor prompt type the numeral key of the input to switch to followed by the ENTER key Wait until you see the message Function Done on the Display At this point the Display should show the correct Source corresponding to the numeral that was typed 21 RACK MOUNT INSTALLATION Rack mount ears are provided for installation of this unit into a 1U rack mount space Locate the side screws on the unit Remove the front 2 screws that are located closest to the front of the unit Using the removed screws screw the rack mounting bracket into the unit Repeat the procedure on the opposite side of the unit a bes Front of unit Rear of unit 22 SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifier Band e EE 2x 165 MHz input e An 1 2 Volts p p Input DDC SiG YDA Ou uD Amy ADAR L EUR IRun dnn RAD RUN nA 5 Volts p p TTL Single Link2. RS 232 Serial Communications Interface Provided for external control of the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher 5V Locking Power Receptacle Supplies power to the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher from the included external DV DC power supply The 5V power supply has a locking power connector which screws into this receptacle DVI Input Ports 1 4 DVI video sources 1 4 attach to the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher DVI Output Port This DVI output port is connected to the display device Monitor Projector CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 4X1 DVI KVM DL SL SWITCHER How to Connect the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher 1 Connect your computers DVI USB and Audio sources to the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher inputs using user supplied cables 2 Connect your USB and audio devices to the USB and audio outputs using user supplied cables 3 Connect your DVI display to the DVI output of the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher using a user supplied DVI cable 4 Turn on the DVI display or projector first then the DVI video sources computers 5 Connect the 5V DC power supply to the Switcher by by screwing its 5V DC power supply tip into the receptacle in the rear of the unit then plug it into the wall Wiring Diagram for the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher Gefen DUAL LINK DVI CABLE m AUDIO CABLE m SCH USB CABLE Pen A RAN Switcher Speakers A Computer N SS G gt SS 29 Dual Link DVI Display FT ww USB
3. specified local input Syntax LOEDIDTOLO paraml param2 Parameters param1 Echo mode O 1 o Semiechomode Full echo mode param2 EDID size 1 2 PRBAEDID Function The PRBAEDID function reads the EDID file from the specified bank and sends it to the serial port Syntax FPRBAEDID paraml param2 Parameters param1 EDID bank offset 1 7 param2 File type O 1 18 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS PRDSEDID Function The PRDSEDID function reads the downstream EDID and sends it to the serial port Syntax FPRDSEDID paraml Parameters param1 File type O 1 PRLOEDID Function The PRLOEDID function reads the local EDID and spools it to the serial port Syntax FPRLOEDID paraml Parameters param1 File type O 1 Meaning BIN file 19 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS Commands Simplified syntax was used for command implementation for faster operation with the device character isn t needed the command name is reduced to 1 letter The commands are not case sensitive Po Displays the function menu Switch to Input 1 Switch to Input 2 Switch to Input 3 Switch to Input 4 The ASCII character table below indicates which Switcher input will be routed to the output Display when the corresponding ASCII numeric character is typed ASC Input Binary 0011 0001 0011 0010 ss 3 001001 a4 00100100 20 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS
4. L CONTROL COMMANDS EDIDDSTOLO Function The EDIDDSTOLO function reads the downstream EDID and stores into all lo cal inputs Syntax FEDIDDSTOLO Parameters None FEDIDDSTOBA Function The EDIDDSTOBA function reads the downstream EDID and stores it to a specified EDID bank Syntax FEDIDDSTOBA paraml Parameters param1 EDID bank offset 1 7 EDIDBATOLO Function The EDIDBATOLO function reads an EDID from an EDID bank and stores it in all inputs Syntax FEDIDBATOLO paraml Parameters param1 EDID bank offset 1 7 15 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS DDCTODS Function The DDCTODS function routes the input DDC to the downstream EDID pass through mode Syntax DDCTODS Parameters None DDCTOLO Function The DDCTOLO function routes the input DDC to the local EDID Syntax DDETOLO Parameters None DEF Function The DEF function set the Switcher to the factory default settings Syntax DEF Parameters None 16 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS FLOEDIDTOBA Function The LOEDIDTOBA function loads the specified EDID file and stores it in a specified EDID bank Syntax FLOEDIDTOBA paraml param2 param3 Parameters param1 Echo mode O 1 O Sem emnomode Full echo mode param2 EDID size i 22 param3 EDID bank offset 1 7 17 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS LOEDIDTOLO Function The LOEDIDTOLO function loads the specified EDID file to a
5. Max HResoluton nnr SHALL HALA nnnnnn een 1920 x 1200 Dual Link Max Reso HE ON a ee ae 3840 x 2400 DVI COMME CIO nee en DVI I 29 pin female digital only EE 5V DC Power Copnsumpton 12 5 Watts min 22 5 Watts max DIMENSION St sanos arto 17 1 W x 1 8 H x 4 4 D PAC ele EE 1U Rack Space o HF 12 lbs 23 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 b
6. Mouse EXT DVIKVM 44 IDL USB Keyboard RMT 4IR REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION LED Indicator Input Selection Buttons The RMT 4IR remote control will allow the user to choose which of the 4 DVI sources or computers will be selected Please use the information below when selecting the desired source RMT 4IR Button DVI Source 4X1 DVI KVM DL SL SWITCHER REMOTE INSTALLATION To use the RMT 4IR remote remove the battery cover on the back of the remote to reveal the battery compartment Insert the included battery into the open battery slot The positive side should be facing up Ensure that both DIP Dual Inline Package switches are in the OFF position Replace the battery cover The remote ships with 2 batteries One battery is needed for operation and the other battery is complimentary Empty Battery Slot IR Code Dip Switches RMT 4IR REMOTE AND 4X1 KVM SWITCHER CONFIGURATION How to Resolve IR Code Conflicts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls conflict with the supplied RMT 4IR remote control changing the remote channel will alleviate this issue The RMT 4IR remote control and the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher both have banks of DIP Dual Inline Package Switches for configuring the remote channel that both units use to communicate These settings must exactly match each other for proper operation The DIP Switch bank on the RMT 4IR is located underneath the battery cover DIP Switch banks fo
7. This mode will successfully pass HDCP signals 3 EDID Lock Mode DIP Switch 4 ON e Locks the last stored EDID even if the unit is power cycled To store a new EDID do the following 1 Power down the Switcher and set DIP Switch 4 to the OFF position 2 Connect the display to the DVI output port then power on the Switcher 3 Set DIP Switch 4 to the ON position to lock the EDID 11 DL DUAL LINK ONLY MODES DL Dual Link Only Modes The 8 position DIP switch bank located on the underside of the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher can be used to set each individual input to work in a Dual Link Only mode These modes should only be enabled if issues occur when using Dual Link sources and displays in the default mode Input 2 Mode N A Input 3 Mode 7 N A Input 4 Mode N A DL Dual Link and SL Single Link Mode Switch OFF DEFAULT This setting can be set individually for each input This mode will allow the connection of both Dual Link and Single Link displays DL Dual Link Only Mode Switch ON e This setting can be set individually for each input This mode should be enabled if issues with the default occur with Dual Link displays 12 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL What features are available via the RS 232 serial communications port The 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher can accept commands through the RS 232 serial communications port located on the rear panel The current RS 232 control features are the ability to switch
8. Ti a p nn a m a al wo Pi i i E y TM d el L L j 1 l i e si Ka sw Uu LE bk a s SW r P E 5 P 7 7 a ar C R x1 DVIKVM DL SL Switcher EXT DVIKVM 441DL User Manual aww 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 PST Write To Gefen Inc c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefen com support gefen com Notice Gefen Inc reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher is a trademark of Gefen Inc 2009 Gefen Inc All Rights Reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective companies Rev AG 20 22 23 24 CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions Connecting and Operating The 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher RMT 4IR Remote Control Description 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher Remote Installation RMT 4IR Remote and 4x1 KVM Switcher Configuration EDID Modes DL Dual Link Only Modes RS 232 Serial Control RS 232 Serial Control Commands EDID Management Routing Commands Rack Mount Installation Specifications Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the 4x1 DVI DL KVM DL SL Switche
9. ce can output only one video resolution to a connected device display The importance of EDID with regards to the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher The 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher handles multiple sources inputs Each connected source device must correctly read one EDID data structure in order to address its display device correctly EDID management is carefully handled by the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher to insure that EDID is recorded and retransmitted properly otherwise display of the input sources might not occur correctly or at all Managing EDID with the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher The 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher uses 2 modes for routing EDID They are 1 When the local EDID Mode is ON factory default setting the Switcher copies the EDID of the connected display to the local memory location as they are selected Each device must fully boot up before you can select the next input The connected device derives EDID information from the local memory location 2 When the local EDID Mode is OFF each time a new source device is selected the Switcher connects EDID from the attached display to the currently selected input source Both modes are described in greater detail on the opposite page NOTE The 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher also features an EDID Lock Mode allowing the EDID to be stored See the following page for details How do I change EDID modes in the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher There is a bank of 4 DIP Dual Inline Packa
10. ed Package Includes 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher 6 ft Dual Link DVI cables 6 ft USB cables 6 ft 3 5mm jack analog audio cables IR Remote Control Unit 5V DC Locking Power Connector Set of rack ears User Manual e e e gt PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel Back Panel 10 11 12 13 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS External IR Port For connection of external IR extension device such as the Gefen IR Extender part EXT RMT EXTIR IR Receiver Receives IR signal from the handheld Infrared remote control unit included with the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher DVI Signal Status LEDs 1 4 Provide visual confirmation of the currently selected DVI input signal being output to the DVI display device DVI Input Selector Push button switch cycles the next DVI input 1 4 in a forward sequence starting again at 1 Power Indicator LED Indicates when the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher is receiving 5V DC power from its included AC power supply 3 5mm Analog Audio Inputs 1 4 Audio Sources 1 4 connect to the switcher here 3 5mm Analog Audio Output This audio output port connects to an external amplified audio device The selected audio input will be output through this port USB Type B Ports 1 4 USB devices usually computers one through four connect to the switcher here USB Type A Control Ports 1 2 The keyboard amp mouse for controlling the selected remote computer or device connects to the switcher here
11. een carefully checked and is 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 conseguential damages resulting from any defect or omission 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 please visit Gefen s Warranty web page at http www gefen com kvm aboutus warranty jsp PRODUCT REGISTRATION Please register your product online by visiting Gefen s web site at http www gefen com kvm Registry Registration jsp 24 NOTES NOTES 26 NOTES 27 MA DVIKVM 441DLx Qu This product uses UL listed power supplies 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 1 800 545 6900 WWW gefen com ER 818 772 9100 E Rev AG fax 818 772 9120 support gefen com L ay VK e
12. ge switches located on the main circuit board of the Switcher underneath a small piece of silver grey tape on the underside of the Switcher When the sticker is removed there will be two DIP switch banks visible one with 4 switches and one with 8 switches The 8 switch DIP switch bank is not used here it is used for the DL dual link feature covered later on page 12 10 EDID MODES EDID Modes The diagram below illustrates the 4 position DIP switch bank containing 4 small white toggle switches as shown The functions of the switches are as follows DiPSWITCH Eege IR Channel 1234 EDID Lock Mode Use DIP switch 3 to set the desired EDID mode UP is On How to set the two EDID Modes 1 Local EDID Mode ON Switch 3 OFF FACTORY DEFAULT SETTING e During power on the connected display s EDID is copied to all four local EDID storage locations at once EDID stored in local memory is then passed to all input sources The EDID stored in the local locations can be overwritten with another EDID from the following locations e Built in EDID memory bank up to 7 EDID records can be stored e EDID collected directly from the input display upon power up 2 Local EDID Mode OFF Switch 3 ON e The DDC signal of the connected display is routed directly to each input source Each time a new source device is selected EDID is transmitted from the attached display to the currently selected input source
13. hen to a power outlet The currently selected DVI video signal appears on the shared monitor DVI Video sources and optionally keyboards amp mice USB and audio cables are selected switched using the RMT 4IR remote control RS 232 control or the input selector push button on the front panel of the switcher OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE GEFEN 4X1 DVI KVM DL SL SWITCHER The 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher will take any of up to four 4 DVI dual link or single link resolution inputs and switch them one at a time to a DVI output device such as a display monitor or projector Resolutions can be up to 3840x2400 The 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher is housed in a metal box for better RF shielding By default the EDID of the attached display is copied to all the local inputs Make sure that the display is connected to the switcher before applying power FEATURES Features Switches easily between any four DVI SL or DVI DL sources with USB 2 0 and audio Switches USB 2 0 keyboard amp mouse and analog audio Maintains highest resolution dual link and single link DVI Supports either PC or Mac USB keyboard mouse Supports resolutions up through 1920x1200 and 3840x2400 Extends the range of DVI video up to 50 feet Discrete IR remote control included Serial RS 232 remote port for switching via automated control or PC Supports DDWG standards for DVI monitors e Rack ears includ
14. r 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 systems of all sizes with hard working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate The Gefen 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher The rack mountable Gefen 4x1 dual link single link DVI KVM DL SL Switcher offers an economical solution by eliminating the need to purchase many displays for each computer in a studio or lab situation A plug and play solution that supports both Macintosh and IBM PC computers the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher shares one DVI display with up to four computers or other DVI video sources A single USB 2 0 port keyboard amp mouse ports and an analog audio jack are also switched The switcher saves space on your desktop by eliminating a crowded workspace full of DVI monitors keyboards amp mice and USB and audio cables Switching of DVI sources is easy and reliable How It Works The DVI monitor is connected to the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher s output Up to four DVI video USB Audio sources connect to the switcher s inputs using included high quality DVI USB and Audio cables The included power supply is connected to the switcher via the locking power plug and t
15. r the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher are located on the underside of the unit beneath a black piece of metallic tape One DIP switch bank 4 switch is for the adjustment of remote control frequencies and switch behavior The other DIP switch 8 switch is reserved for DL Only mode page 12 Switches 1 and 2 on the RMT 4IR directly correspond to DIP Switches 1 and 2 on the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher Only switches 1 and 2 of 4 in that bank are used for IR Code settings Remote Channel 1 Remote Channel 2 Default Remote Channel 3 Remote Channel 4 Left Picture of the opened rear battery compartment of the RMT 4IR remote showing the exposed DIP Switch bank between the battery chambers 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher Remote Channel 1 Default Remote Channel 2 1234 Eh ale Remote Channel 4 1234 Remote Channel 3 EDID MODES What is EDID and what is it used for Under normal circumstances an audio video source device digital or analog will reguire information about a connected device display to assess what resolutions and features capabilities are possible The source device can then tailor its output to create resolutions and or features that are compatible with the attached device display This capability information is called EDID Extended Display Identification Data A source device can only accept and read one EDID data structure record from a connected source device display Likewise the source devi
16. route inputs to outputs without the RMT 4IR remote control How do l 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 a terminal emulation program such as Putty The next few pages will show you how What pins are used for communication with the 4x1 DVI KVM DL SL Switcher Only pins 2 Receive 3 Transmit and 5 Ground are used for communication A null modem adapter should not be used with this Switcher 9876 Only Pins 2 RX 3 TX and 5 Ground are used on the RS 232 serial interface What are the RS 232 communications port settings BUS DOT SOCON sosa coat elias 19200 DA DS ados 8 A o o e e op None e 1 FIOW ONO spice None Earlier versions of Microsoft Windows shipped with Hyperterminal 13 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS RS 232 Features RS 232 remote functions are used to control of this product s features Features include input to output routing EDID storage EDID management etc Functions Syntax The syntax for each function is always the same Character as the start flag Function name Space _ as function name end flag Parameter 1 Space Parameter n Carriage Return r Sample FunctionName_param1_param2_param3_param4 r Syntax is NOT case sensitive EDID Management Function Geste 14 RS 232 SERIA
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