Gefen GEF-HDFST-848-4ELR video switch
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1. YR Marrix far kl Consecutively pressing the Output button will cycle through each output from right to left 74 Matrix far 21 THE 8 8 FOR Changing the Switching Mode 5 Once the desired input has been selected press the Input or Input button to toggle between Fast or Slow switching mode vR RAatrixw far H 1 To change the switching mode of another input press the Output or Output button to navigate to the desired input Press the Input or Input button to toggle the switching mode between Fast F or Slow S 6 Press the Menu button to return to the Switching mode Screen iw fan 7 ws a ELE Press the Menu button second time to return to the Routing screen 22 THE 8 8 FOR Setting the IR Channel on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI In order for the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI to communicate with the included IR Remote Control both the matrix and the IR Remote Control must be set to the same IR channel Follow the procedure outlined below to set the IR channel on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI 1 From the Routing screen simultaneously press the Input Input and the O2. H 03 095 Aw 7209 4735 Zl 91 Bano v GL L Weyer Hart BrE LSJO0OH J139 cl LE MATRIX DESCRIPTIONS Front LCD Display This is a two line sixteen character display that shows status information and is also used to manage display source routing Navigation Buttons Input Output Used for routing and adjusting settings of the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI WA ELR POL Outputs See the information beginning on page 15 for details on using these buttons Menu Press this button to display routing switching mode and IP address information IR Sensor Receives signals from the Remote Control Lock Indicator This LED glows bright blue when the front panel is locked Lock Button Pressing this button temporarily locks the front panel controls Power Indicator This LED indicator will glow bright blue when the matrix is powered on When the matrix is in standby mode this LED indicator will glow bright red The power switch on the back of the matrix must be switched to the the ON position in order for this LED indicator to function Power Button Press this button to power on and power off the matrix 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 18 19 MATRIX DESCRIPTIONS Back IP Control Connect an Ethernet cable to this port to control the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs using IP Control See page 38 for more information on configuring
3. Address The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI supports IP based control using Telnet To set up Telnet control the network settings for the matrix must be configured RS 232 The default network settings for the matrix are as follows IP Address 192 168 1 72 Subnet 239 239 a ld Gateway 5 Port 80 Telnet Port 23 1 2 Connect RS 232 cable from the PC to the matrix Launch a terminal emulation program e g HyperTerminal and use the following settings Baud Rate 19200 Data Bits 8 Parity None Stop Bits 1 Flow Control None NOTE Depending upon the network the IP address subnet mask gateway router IP Telnet port HTTP port will need to be set Consult your network administrator to obtain the proper settings Set the IP address for the matrix using the sipadd command see page 56 for details oet the subnet mask using the snetmask command see page 57 for details oet the gateway router IP address using the sgateway command see page 50 for details oet the Telnet listening port using the set telnet port command see page 46 for details oet the HTTP listening port using the set http port command see page 43 for details Power cycle the matrix to reboot and complete all IP setting changes After the matrix has rebooted use the IP address that was specified in step 3 to Telnet to the matrix 29 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS IP Telnet Con
4. Supported HDMI Features e Resolutions up to 1080p Full HD e compliant e 12 bit Deep Color e XV Color e 7 1 audio Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD DIS HD Master Audio e 3DTV pass through e Lip Sync pass through Features e Routes any eight Hi Def sources to any eight HD displays independently e ELR technology allows extension up to 330 feet 100 meters e POL feature provides power to each ELR receiver e HDBaseT technology e Gefen FST speeds up the HDCP authentication process e Fast and Slow FST Modes Advanced EDID Management for rapid integration of sources and displays e Ability to save and recall presets e eupports DVI sources and displays e Field upgradeable firmware via IP or RS 232 e Front Panel Switching e Control of the matrix via front panel sensor and from each Receiver using EXT RMT EXTIRC e Serial RS 232 and IP Control via Web Server and Telnet e Rack mountable 2U tall rack ears included e Internal power supply with detachable IEC AC cord e Back panel master power switch Package Includes 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Ouputs Set of Rack Ears Attached Extender for HDMI ELR POL Receiver Units IR Remote Control AC Power Cord 1 1 8 1 1 1 Quick Start Guide MATRIX LAYOUT Front P M IINGH 8X8 MATRIX LAYOUT Back 61 8L
5. 8 Matrix for HDMI routes multiple sources to multiple output devices This involves reading EDID data from more than one device Management of the EDID data is important to maintain compatibility between all devices The following EDID features are copied from Output A e Supported Resolutions e Support Audio Features Display Connections e Ifa device is not connected to Output A then EDID changes are made meaning that the previous EDID information will be used This state will in effect until a display is connected to Output and the Matrix is power cycled e EDID is built from Output A to the Input The audio block will be copied from Output A EDID copying is performed only when the Matrix is reset or power cycled 27 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL 9876 Only Pins 2 3 TX 5 Ground are used on the RS 232 serial interface RS232 Settings BHS Cl cies 19200 UU t mm 8 uj None SA IMEEM 1 AAA will not function The matrix command must be used before issuing any commands within this class See page 61 e NOTE When the matrix is locked routing and set type commands IMPORTANT When sending RS 232 commands a carriage return and a ine feed character must be included at the end of each line Commands are not case sensitive 28 CONFIGURATION Configuring the
6. PRO Matrix for HDMI w This is referred to as a 1 to 1 routing state This is the factory default setting for the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI 14 THE 8 8 FOR Routing Sources Selecting the Output To select the output press the Out or Out button once The routing state for Output A will be displayed Matrix for H Press the Out or Out button to cycle through the routing state for each output Consecutively pressing the Out button will cycle through each output from left to right x8 Matrix for H 15 THE 8 8 FOR Consecutively pressing the Out button will cycle through each output from right to left Changing the Source Once the desired output has been selected press the Input or Input button Consecutively pressing the Input button will increment the input value by a factor of 1 within a range of 1 8 For example if Input 4 was originally routed to Output D then pressing the Input button will route Input 5 to Output D T 16 THE 8 8 FOR Consecutively pressing the In
7. command sets the password for the Web interface The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The maximum length of the password is 8 characters Syntax set_webui_pass paraml Parameters param1 Password Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example set webui pass reindeer Web UI Password Is Set 39 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_webui_username Command The username command sets the user name for the Web interface The underscore characters must be included when typing the command name The maximum length of the password is 8 characters Syntax set webui username parami Parameters param1 User name Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example webui username holly jolly Web UI Password Is Set 40 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS sgateway Command The sgateway sets the IP gateway router address Dot decimal notation must be used when specifying the IP address The default Gateway IP address is L92 01695 142954 Syntax sgateway paraml Parameters param1 IP gateway Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example sgateway 192 168 2 1 GateWay Address 192 168 2 1 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 41 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_gateway Command The show_gateway command shows the current gateway address The unders
8. pin female locking Power Indicator Matrix Receiver LED blue On red Standby Lock Indicator RT LED blue USB MATX ai hii ia Mini B female Ethernet Port ucuosa 1 RJ45 female 10 100 BaseT mien F ON MANIX d NM 1 DB 9 female IR Extender Port 1 3 5mm mini stereo jack SUDI X 100V to 240V 50 60 Hz Internal TERR UT T 120W max Operating enne 0 to 40 Rack mounting requirements Matrix otandard 19 rack 2U high Dimensions W x H x D 17 25 X9 5 X 12 440mm x 89mm x 305mm Dimensions W x H x D 4 4 x 1 1 x 3 35 110mm x 27mm x 85mm Shipping Weight 1 Matrix with 8 37 lbs 16 8 kg 79 WARRANTY Gefen warrants the eguipment 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 modi
9. to eight Hi Def sources at resolutions up to 1080p Full HD with Deep Color and multi channel digital audio to any of eight HDTV displays eliminating the need to disconnect and reconnect HDMI sources and displays It features extension of four displays up to 330 feet 100 meters using Gefen s ELR Extra Long Range and POL Power Over Link technologies ELR extension on four outputs allows installation of displays over a single CAT 5e cable POL eliminates the need to externally power the four included ELR receivers The GefenPRO 8x8 Matrix supports 3DTV and advanced digital audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio Each source is accessible at all times from any display by using the included IR Remote Control the RS 232 port IP Telnet or Web GUI or by using the front panel push buttons Fast Switching Technology FST is a Gefen software implementation for HDMI products FST was created to improve the lengthy HDMI authentication process based on the HDMI and HDCP specifications FST allows connecting disconnecting or turning any of the HDTV displays on or off without affecting other displays within the audio video distribution system How It Works Using HDMI cables connect up to eight Hi Def sources to the HDMI inputs on the matrix Connect up to four HDTV displays to the HDMI outputs on the matrix and up to four HDTV displays to the supplied ELR POL receivers Use a single CAT 5e cable to connect each of the
10. 7 TT i ee PE A uya ai BF TP 12907 RT SO 15 v fad 27 Us CE WAT E 80P PROGRESSIVE HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE SxS Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs GEF HDFEST S48 4ELR User Manual www gefenpro 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 gefenpro com support 2gefenpro com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs is a trademark of Gefen LLC HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing in the United States and other countries 2012 Gefen LLC All rights reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective owners Rev A1 CON OO OF N N O OMAN 5 Introduction Operation Notes Features Matrix Layout Front Back Matrix Descriptions Front Back ELR POL Receiver Layout ELR POL Receiver D
11. Display of the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI WA ELR POL Outputs is 16 character 2 line display This display shows the current routing status of the matrix and is also used to display additional system information When the unit is powered on the following screen 1 displayed After a few moments the status screen is displayed The status screen is shown below Displaying Additional Information Consecutively pressing the Menu button on the front panel will cycle through other screens such as FST mode and IP information 13 THE 8 8 FOR Determining the Current Routing State In the example below the first row OUT represents each HDMI output on the matrix The bottom row IN represents each HDMI input on the matrix Together these two rows display the current routing state Starting on the bottom row we can see that Input 3 has been routed to Outputs A B C and D Continuing on Input 4 is routed to Output E Input 6 is routed to Output F Input 8 is routed to Output G and finally Input 1 is routed to Output H Note that each output A H specified in the LCD display corresponds to each of the HDMI inputs 1 8 on the matrix 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR PC If all inputs are routed to their respective outputs the front panel display will appear as follows
12. I input Input 1 8 on the Matrix Buttons A D correspond to each HDMI output Output A D and buttons E H correspond to each ELR POL output Output E H To route a source to a display press the desired output first then press the input Routing Example Route Input 4 to Output C 1 Select Output C by pressing button C on the IR Remote Control The number 3 will appear in the upper right hand corner of the LCD display E T tj 2 m je y m Tull 1 Mis 2 Select Input 4 by pressing button 4 on the IR Remote Control The number 4 will appear in the lower right hand corner of the LCD display pt zj wai Dr TEM Far WS ELB POI ror FDIVII wa ELH POL OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI 3 After the input and output have been selected on the IR Remote Control the numbers on the far right hand of the LCD display will disappear and the new routing state will be displayed in the LCD display 0 6 E 2 14 26 EDID MANAGEMENT EDID Management The 8 8 Matrix for HDMI features EDID Management Before the source can send video or audio signals the source device reads the EDID Display Identification Data from the output devices connected to the Splitter The EDID contains information about what type of audio video data that the source can send to each output device The 8
13. L ECHO IS ON echo 0 LOCAL ECHO LS OFF 67 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS fadefault Command The fadefault command disables the EDID lock state sets the default routing State 1 1 2 2 3 3 etc resets the input and output names to the default names e g Output 1 Input 1 and resets the IP configuration to the default settings Syntax fadefault Parameters None Syntax fadefault MATRIX WAS RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULTS INPUT lo ROUTED TO OULPUT INPUT LS ROUTED XO OUTPUT INPUT LIS ROUTED TO OUTPUT iS TO OUTPUT INPUT IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT INPUT 1 1 2 2 3 S INPUT 4 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 4 S 5 6 6 4 I9 ROUTED OUTPUT 7 8 8 INPUI Lo TO OUTPUT LOCAL ECHO IS ALL OUTPUTS ARE UNMASKED ALL INPUTS ARE SET TO FST FAST MODE LP ADDRESS Lot 292 1004 La PA GATEWAY ADDRESS IS 192 168 1 254 MASK ADDRESS IS 255 255 255 0 Communication Port 80 Set Telnet Communication Port 23 Is Set Telnet Interace Password Is Enable Telnet Welcome Screen Is Enable Please Reboot The Unit 68 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS mask Command The mask command masks the specified outputs If param7 is set to 0 then all outputs are masked Syntax mask paraml param9 Parameters param1 Output A H Examples imask c f OUTPUTS C F ARE MASKED mask 0 ALL OUTPUIS ARE MASKED 69 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS power Command The powe
14. RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_fw Command The show_fw command displays the current firmware version of the Matrix The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_fw Parameters None Example show_fw FIRMWARE VERSION EXT_HDFST_848CPN v2 0J 61 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_hdp Command The show_hpd command displays the HPD Hot Plug Detect status of the specified output The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show hpd paraml Parameters param1 Output A H Notes If the output has been renamed using the set output name command then the name assigned to the output will be included in parentheses Examples show hpd C HPD OF QUIPUT C Sony XBR IS LOW show hpd A HPD OF OUTPUT A HIGH 62 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_rsense Command The show_rsense command displays Rsense status of the specified output The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_rsense paraml Parameters param1 Output A H Notes If the output has been renamed using the set output name command then the name assigned to the output will be included in parentheses Examples show_rsense RSENSE OF OUTPUT IS LOW show_rsense C RSENSE QE OUTPUT CiSony XBR IS HIGH 63 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS m Command The m comma
15. STATE SAVES TO PRESET 1 save preset Command The save preset command saves the current routing state to the specified preset Any masked outputs will also be saved as part of the current routing state The underscore character 4 must be included when typing the command name Syntax save preset paraml Parameters param1 Preset 1 8 Example save preset 1 CURRENT ROUTING STATE IS SAVED TO PRESET INPUT 1 53 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_input_name Command The set input name command provides a name to the selected input For example Input 1 could be renamed as DVD Player The maximum string length for param2 is 15 characters Special characters and spaces are not permitted If needed use the underscore character _ to separate characters The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax set input name paraml param2 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 param2 Name Example set input name 5 Blu ray Blu ray NAME IS ASSIGNED TO 5 54 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_output_name Command The set output name command provides a name to the selected output For example Output 1 could be renamed as HDDisplay The maximum string length for param2 is 15 characters Special characters and spaces are not permitted If needed use the underscore character _ to separate characters The underscore characte
16. T COMMANDS r Command The r command routes the specified input to the specified outputs If param2 is set to 0 then the specified input is routed to all outputs Unlike other commands do not precede the command with the symbol Syntax r parami param2 param9 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 param2 Outputs A H Examples LNPUT 7 ITS IO OUTPUTS A D BE G H r 2 0 INPUT 2 SEI TO ALI OUTPUTS 58 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS s Command The s command routes the specified input to all outputs Unlike other commands do not precede the command with the symbol Syntax S paraml Parameters param1 Input 1 8 Examples INPUT 2 IS SEI ALL OUTPUTS 59 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS Status helo Displays all available commands Displays the Matrix firmware version Zshow hpd Displays the HPD status of the specified output Zshow rsense Displays the Rsense status of the specified output m Displays the current matrix routing status in table format n Displays the routing status for the specified output help Command The help command displays help on the specified command If param7 is not specified then the full list of commands is displayed Syntax ihelp paraml Parameters param1 Command name optional Example help recall preset RECALL A ROUTING STATE PRESET 1 1 8 PRESET INPUT 60
17. _ must be included when typing the command name The maximum length of the password is 20 characters The password is case sensitive The default Telnet password is Admin syntax set_telnet_pass paraml Parameters param1 Password Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example set telnet pass OK Corral TELNET Interface Password Is Set 36 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_telnet_port Command The set_telnet_port command sets the Telnet listening port The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The default port value is 23 Syntax set_telnet_port paraml Parameters param1 Port 0 65535 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example set telnet port 20 Telnet Communication Port 23 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 37 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS set telnet username Command The set telnet username command sets the Telnet user name The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The maximum length of the user name is 8 characters The user name is case sensitive The default Telnet username is Admin syntax set_telnet_username paraml Parameters param1 User name Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example set telnet username Doc Holiday 38 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_webui_pass Command The set_webui_pass
18. ation on how to change the IR channel on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI WARNING Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Use only 3V lithium batteries CR 2032 11 THE 8 8 FOR HDMI How to Connect the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs Connect up to eight Hi Def sources to the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs using HDMI cables Using HDMI cables connect up to four HDTV displays to the HDMI outputs on the matrix and up to four HDTV displays to the supplied ELR POL Receiver units Connect each ELR POL Receiver unit to the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs using CAT 5e or better cables e NOTE When connected to the matrix each ELR POL Receiver unit is powered over the CAT 5e cable No external power supplies are required for the ELR POL Receiver units Connect the AC power cord to the matrix and connect the plug to an available electrical outlet Wiring Diagram for the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs Gefen z zi HDMI CABLE RS 232 CABLE 5 CABLE E j Router IR Extender 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w ELR POL EE HD Display HD Display f HD Display eo E 2 HD Display RS 232 Controller Extender for ELR POL HD Display Display Display Display GEF HDFST 848 4ELR 12 THE 8 8 FOR Display The
19. core characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax tshow gateway Parameters None Example show gateway GATEWAY ADDRESS IS 192 168 2 1 show http port Command The show http port command shows the current HTTP listening port The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show http port Parameters None Example show http port HTTP COMMUNICATION PORT IS 80 42 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_ip Command The show_ip command shows the current IP address of the Matrix The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_ip Parameters None Example show_ip IP ADDRESS IS 192 168 1 72 show_mac_addr Command The show_mac_addr command shows the MAC address of the Matrix The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_mac_addr Parameters None Example show_mac_addr MAC ADDRESS IS 00 12 0e f1 7a ea 43 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_netmask Command The show_netmask shows the netmask address The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name syntax show netmask Parameters None Example show_ netmask NET MASK ADDRESS 15 2554209825020 show_telnet_port Command The show_telnet_port command shows the current Telnet listening port Syn
20. elnet pass 1 Web UI Password Is Enable duse telnet pass 0 Web UI Password Is Disable 50 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS Command Zlock matrix Zrecall preset Zsave preset Zset input name Zset output name Zshow input name Zshow output name Zshow r Routing Naming Presets Locks unlocks the Matrix Recalls a routing mask preset saves the current routing masking state to a preset Displays the current routing state of the specified output Routes the specified inputs to the specified outputs Routes all outputs are routed to the specified input 51 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS lock_matrix Command The lock_matrix command locks unlocks the Matrix When the Matrix is locked all functions are disabled including the front panel RS 232 and Telnet The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name syntax lock_matrix paraml Parameters param1 Value O 1 o Matrix Matrix Example matrix 1 MATRIX IS LOCKED 1 matrix 0 MATRIX IS UNLOCKED 52 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS recall_ preset Command The recall_ preset command recalls a routing preset Any masked outputs will also be recalled The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax 11 preset paraml Parameters param1 Preset 1 8 Example 11 preset 1 RECALLED THE ROUTING
21. escriptions IR Remote Control Layout and Description Installing the Battery Setting the IR Channel Connecting the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI Wiring Diagram Operating the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI Main Display Determining the Current Routing State Routing Sources Locking Unlocking the Front Panel Fast Switching Technology Determining the Current Switching Mode Changing the Switching Mode setting the IR channel on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI Routing Sources using the IR Remote Control EDID Management RS 232 Serial Control IP Configuration RS 232 Telnet Commands IP Telnet Configuration Routing Naming Presets otatus Masking Firmware Update Rack Mount Safety Features Specifications Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the GefenPRO 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR Outputs Your complete satisfaction is very important to us About Gefen We specialize in total integration for your home theater while also focusing on going above and beyond customer expectations to ensure you get the most from your hardware We invite you to explore our distinct product line Please visit http www gefen com for the latest offerings in High Definition signal solutions or call us between the hours of 8 00 am and 5 00 pm Monday Friday Pacific Standard Time for assistance with your A V needs We ll be happy to assist you The GefenPRO 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs The GefenPRO 8x8 Matrix with four ELR and four HDMI outputs routes up
22. fications 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 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 consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual even if advised of the possibility of such damages 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 t
23. figuration display_telnet_welcome set http port sot addr Zshow telnet username Zshow webui username Displays the user name for the Web interface Zshow mac Displays the MAC address of the Matrix Zshow Ip Displays the IP address of the Matrix 30 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS display_telnet_welcome Command The display_telnet_welcome command sets enables disables the Telnet welcome message on login Syntax display_telnet_welcome paraml Parameters param1 otate 0 1 Do not display welcome message Display welcome message display telnet welcome 1 Telnet Welcome Screen is Enable display_telnet_welcome 0 Telnet Welcome Screen is Disable 31 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS ipconfig Command The ipcontig command displays the current TCP IP settings for the matrix Syntax ipconfig Parameters None Example ipconfig add 00 1C 91 01 50 07 IP add aa ai FZ Net Mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 2 1 Web Server Port 80 Telnet Server Port 23 Telnet password at login is set to ON Telnet welcome at login is set to ON 32 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS resetip Command The command resets all TCP IP settings to factory defaults Syntax resetip Parameters None Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example resetip IP Configuration Was Reset To Factory Defa
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25. ing Mode Each HDMI input be set to Fast Mode or Slow Mode It is recommended that each HDMI input be set to Fast Mode for best performance 1 Consecutively press the Menu button on the front panel until the switching modes screen is displayed The first row IN represents each HDMI input on the matrix The bottom row MODE represents the current switching mode of each HDMI input iw Matrix for HDMI w a ELR POL Selecting the Input To change the switching mode on an HDMI input press the Output or Output button once The switching mode for Input 1 will be displayed Matrix for H The letter F indicates that the HDMI input is using Fast Mode switching If the HDMI input is set to Slow Mode switching a letter will be displayed under the input 20 THE 8 8 FOR Press the Output or Output button again to cycle through the routing state for each output Consecutively pressing the Output button will cycle through each input from left to right starting with Input 1 NOTE In Routing mode the Output and Output buttons cycle through each output In Switching mode these same buttons are used to cycle through each input
26. m this jack to one of the ELR POL jacks on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI WA ELR POL Outputs REMOTE CONTROL Layout and Description RMT 848IR 0 Y 2 LED Button Press Indicator This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button is pressed Display and Source Selection Buttons These buttons are used to select which source is routed to a display The Source and Display buttons are mapped as follows NOTE An Activity Indicator that flashes quickly while holding down any one of the 16 buttons indicates a low battery Replace the IR Remote Control battery as soon as possible 10 REMOTE CONTROL Installing the Battery The Remote Control unit ships with two batteries CR2032 lithium battery One battery is required for operation and the other battery is a spare 1 Remove the battery cover on the back of the IR Remote Control unit 2 Insert the included battery into the open battery slot The positive side of the battery should be facing up 3 Replace the battery cover Channel 0 default Remote Channel 1 Remote Channel 2 Remote Channel 3 Setting the IR Channel The IR channel on the IR Remote Control must match the IR channel used by the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI For example if both DIP switches on the IR Remote Control unit are set to IR channel 0 both DIP switches down then the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI must also be set to IR channel 0 See pages 23 and 72 for inform
27. mmand Example sipadd 192 168 1 72 IP Address 192 168 2 238 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 47 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS snetmask Command The snetmask command sets the IP network subnet mask Dot decimal notation must be used when specifying the IP network mask The default subnet mask is 255 255 255 0 Syntax Snetmask paraml Parameters param1 oubnet mask Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Syntax 255 255 0 0 NetMask Address 255 255 255 0 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 48 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS use_telnet_pass Command The use_telnet_pass command requires or disables Telnet login credentials The default setting is disabled param1 0 The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax tuse telnet pass paraml Parameters param1 otate 0 1 o Disable password Enable force password Example duse telnet pass 1 Telnet Interface Password Is Enable duse telnet pass 0 Telnet Interface Password Is Disable 49 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS use webui pass Command The use webui pass command reguires or disables Web UI login credentials The default setting is disabled param1 0 The underscore characters 4 must be included when typing the command name Syntax use_webui_pass paraml Parameters param1 otate 0 1 o Disable password Enable force password Examples duse t
28. nd displays the current matrix routing status in table format Unlike other commands do not precede the m command with the symbol Syntax m Parameters None Example m Out AB CD EF 2 2424 05 1 ALL OUTPUTS ARE UNMASKED MATRIX IS UNLOCKED 64 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS n Command The n command displays the current input output routing state for the specified output Unlike other commands do not precede the n command with the 4 symbol Syntax n paraml Parameters param1 Output A H Notes If param1 0 then the routing status for all outputs will be displayed Examples n A A3 n O A3B3CADS3EAF6G8H1 65 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS Masking show ir Displays the current channel of the matrix show_mask Displays the output masking status Zshow out colordpt Shows the highest color depth supported by the display based on the EDID Zshow out res Shows the highest resolution supported by the display based on the EDID unmask Unmasks the selected outputs activeisp Command The activeiso command activates ISP mode for upgrading the firmware Syntax activeisp Parameters None Example activeisp 66 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS echo Command The echo command enables disables serial port terminal echo Syntax echo Parameters param Value 0 1 LEN Disable feedback Enable feedback Examples techo 1 LOCA
29. played Matrix for HDMI w d ELR POL To unlock the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs press the Lock button a second time 18 THE 8 8 FOR FAST SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY Fast Switching Technology Fast Switching Technology FST is a Gefen software implementation for HDMI products FST was created to improve the lengthy HDMI authentication process based on the HDMI and HDCP specifications FST provides quicker audio video source switching and greatly improves the overall audio video system behavior and performance when more than one HDTV display is used in the system setup FST allows connecting disconnecting or turning ON OFF of HDTV displays without having these activities affect other Hi Def sources routed to any other HDTV display in the same system Fast Mode setting the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI to Fast Mode will improve performance when connecting disconnecting Hi Def sources and powering ON OFF HDTV displays NOTE When switching from Slow Mode to Fast Mode the HDTV displays connected to the Matrix will blink momentarily Slow Mode When set to Slow Mode the Matrix will follow the standard authentication process based on the HDMI and HDCP specifications Slow Mode is recommended when the source does not support multiple devices 19 THE 8 8 FOR Determining the Current Switch
30. put button will decrease the input value by a factor of 1 within a range of 1 8 For example if Inout 3 was originally routed to Output D pressing the Input button will route Input 2 to Output D 72 We dl Hk To change the routing status of another output press the Output or Output buttons to navigate to the desired output Use the Input or Input buttons to change the source Press the Menu button to return to the Routing Screen vR AAatniw far HDMI w a NOTE If the Menu button is not pressed after routing change has been made then the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI will automatically return to the Routing Screen after about 20 seconds 17 THE 8 8 FOR Locking Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent an accidental routing change or power down by pressing the Power button the front panel buttons on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs be locked Locking the matrix also disables many RS 232 Telnet commands Press the Lock button on the front panel The Lock LED will glow bright orange to indicate that the front panel buttons on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs have been locked If any buttons other than the Lock button are pressed while the The 8x8 Matrix for HDMI is Locked the following message will be dis
31. put A H Example show mask d OUTPUT IS UNMASKED show_mask OUTPUT C Sony_XBR IS MASKED 73 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_out_colordpt Command The show_out_colordpt command displays the highest color depth supported by the specified display based on the EDID The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_out_colordpt paraml Parameters param1 Output A H Example show out colordpt l2 BLIS HDMI If no display sink signal is detected then the show out colordpt will return the following show_out_colordpt a NO SIGNAL 74 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_out_ res Command The show_out_res command displays the highest resolution supported by the specified display based on the EDID syntax show out res paraml Parameters param1 Output A H Example out res 1080P 60HZ HDMI If no display sink signal is detected then the show out colordpt will return the following show out res NO SIGNAL 75 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS unmask Command The unmask command unmasks the specified outputs If param7 is set to 0 then all outputs are unmasked syntax unmask paraml param9 Parameters param1 Output A H Examples unmask OUTPUT F IS UNMASKED unmask 0 ALL OUTPUTS ARE UNMASKED 76 FIRMWARE UPDATE Firmware Update Procedure The following item
32. r _ must be included when typing the command name syntax set output name paraml param2 Parameters param1 Output A H param2 Name Example set output name Sony XBR7 Sony XBR 7 NAME IS ASSIGNED TO OUTPUT C 55 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_input_name Command show input name command shows the name provided to the specified input using the input name command The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_input_name parami Parameters param1 Input 1 8 Example show input name 5 THE NAME FOR INPUT 5 IS Blu ray show output name Command The show output name command shows the name provided to the specified input using the set output name command Syntax Show_output_name parami Parameters param1 Output A H Example show output name C FOR OUTPUT C 225 SOLD 56 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_r Command The show_r command shows the current routing status of the specified output The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show parami Parameters param1 Output A H Notes If the output has been renamed using the set output name command then the name assigned to the output will be included in parentheses Example fshow r c OUTPUT C Sony XBR IS ROUTED TO INPUT 4 57 5 232 TELNE
33. r command toggles the power state on the matrix Syntax power parami Parameters param State 0 1 0 Power matrix OFF Power matrix ON Example power 0 MATRIX IS OFF power 1 MATRIX IS ON 70 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS reboot Command The reboot command reboots the matrix Syntax reboot Parameters None Example reboot MATRIX WILL REBOOT SHORTLY REBOOT UNIT IN 2 SECONDS EXT HDFST 848CPN v2 0J AIB2C3DAE5F6G7H8 71 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_ir Command The set_ir set the IR channel for the matrix The associated DIP switch settings for the IR remote control unit are returned See page 11 for details on setting the IR channel for the IR remote control The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name syntax set_ir paraml Parameters param1 Channel 0 3 Example ir 2 IR CHANNEL IS SET TO CHANNEL 2 show ir Command The tshow ir displays the current IR channel for the matrix The underscore character must be included when typing the command name Syntax fshow ir Parameters None Example fshow ir CURRENT IR CHANNEL IS 2 72 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_mask Command The show_mask command shows the mask status for the specified output The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show mask parami Parameters param1 Out
34. receivers to the matrix An external power Supply is not required because power is delivered by the matrix over the CAT 5e cables 3D content can be displayed when connecting a 3DTV and 3D source Connect the included AC power cord to the matrix and plug it into an available electrical outlet Turn on the matrix by pressing the power switch Apply power to sources and to the displays The Hi Def sources can now be routed to any display by using the IR remote control RS 232 port IP Telnet or Web GUI or by using the front panel push buttons OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 8 8 MATRIK FOR HDMI 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS EDID contains the A V capabilities of a display device in regards to video resolutions and audio formats supported This information is used by the source device to determine the format of the A V signal on the outputs The 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs incorporates advanced EDID management to ensure compatibility with all sources and display devices see pages 36 for more details The GefenPRO 8x8 Matrix for HDMI WA ELR POL Outputs can detect the presence of Deep Color 12 bit signal automatically and will disable Deep Color EDID features across all other outputs if any connected device or display is not capable of processing Deep Color This automatic behavior ensures compatibility among all output devices in a mixed device environment This feature cannot be disabled FEATURES
35. s are required to update the matrix firmware GefenPRO 8x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs Ethernet cable Firmware files GEF HDFST 848 vXX PACK bin where vXX firmware version Power on the matrix Connect the Ethernet cable between the matrix and the computer containing the firmware file In a Web browser type in the IP address of the matrix The following page will be displayed Each file with max size of 2 MB Allowed type BIN TXT Browse Upload Click the Browse button to display the File Upload dialog Select the firmware and click Open Click the Upload button on the Web page The update process should take approximately 5 minutes 77 MOUNT SAFETY INFORMATION Maximum recommended ambient temperature 40 104 Increase the air flow as needed to maintain the recommended temperature inside the rack Do not exceed maximum weight loads for the rack Install heavier equipment in the lower part of the rack to maintain stability 78 SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Pixel Rn oro PT 225 MHz Video Input Connectors Matrix 8 HDMI Type A 19 pin female locking Video Output Connectors Matrix 4 HDMI Type A 19 pin female 4 ELR POL RJ 45 female Video Input Connector 1 RJ 45 female Video Output Connector Receiver 1 HDMI Type A 19
36. tax show_telnet_port Parameters None Example show_telnet_port TELNET COMMUNICATION PORT IS 23 44 5 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_telnet_username Command The show_telnet_username command returns the user name required for login The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_telnet username Parameters None Example show_telnet username TELNET User Name Doc_Holiday Is Set show ver data Command show ver data command displays the hardware and firmware version of the Matrix The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show ver data Parameters None Example show ver data SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE VERSION v2 0J PCB 1707 B 45 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show webui username Command The show webui username command returns the user name reguired for login underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_webui_username Parameters None Example show_webui username The User Name For The Web UI is holly_jolly 46 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS sipadd Command The sipadd command sets the IP address of the matrix Dot decimal notation must be used when specifying the IP address Syntax Sipadd parami Parameters param1 IP address Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this co
37. the matrix for IP control RS 232 Connect an RS 232 cable from this DB 9 connector to the RS 232 control device See page 28 for more information Grounding Screw Used to keep electrical current away from circuitry IR EXT Connect an IR extender Gefen part no to this jack USB service port for manufacturer use only HDMI Locking Connector Used to lock the HDMI cable in place HDMI Outputs A D Connect up to four HDTV displays to each of these ports using HDMI cables HDMI Inputs 1 8 Connect a Hi Def source to each of these ports using HDMI cables ELR POL Outputs E Connect a CAT 5e or better cable from each of these jacks to the ELR POL In jacks on the ELR POL Receiver units Power Switch Turn the power ON or OFF using this switch 110 220 AC Power Receptacle Connect the included AC power cord to this receptacle and connect the plug to an available electrical outlet ELR POL RECEIVER LAYOUT Top Front GEF HO ELAPOL A Gefen ELR POL T ELR POL RECEIVER DESCRIPTIONS Front Back Power Indicator This LED indicator will glow bright blue when the matrix is powered and the ELR POL Receiver unit is connected to the matrix using CAT 5e or better cable HDMI Out Connect an HDTV display to the HDMI Out port using an HDMI cable Locking Connector Used to lock the HDMI cable in place ELR POL In Connect a CAT 5e or better cable fro
38. ults After rebooting the matrix the IP settings will be cleared Running the ipconfig command will display the updated information ipconfig IA SUBNET 0 0 0 0 GATEWAY 0 0 0 0 33 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_http_port Command The set_http_port command sets the Web server listening port The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The default port setting is 80 Also see the show_http_port on page 51 Syntax set http port paraml Parameters param1 Port 0 65535 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example http port 70 HTTP Communication Port 80 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 34 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set addr Command set mac addr command set the MAC address of the Matrix underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The MAC address must be specified using dot decimal notation Syntax set_mac_addr paraml Parameters param MAC address Notes The MAC address should not be changed This command is for administrator use only The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example addr 00 12 0 1 7 ADDRESS 00 12 0e f1 7a ea IS SET PLEASE REBOOT THE UNIT 35 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_telnet_pass Command The set telnet pass command sets the Telnet password The underscore characters
39. utput buttons to display the IR address screen The current IR address will be displayed along with the DIP switch settings for the IR remote control A S ee 2 Use the Input or Input button to change the IR channel Press the Input button to decrease the IR channel value Press the Input button to increase the IR channel value wk AAatniw far MARI w e 23 THE 8 8 FOR After setting the address make sure that the DIP switches on the IR Remote Control are set according to the information in the LCD display See page 11 for information on setting the IR channel for the IR Remote Control unit iw Matrix for HDMI w a ELR POL In this case the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI is set to IR channel 1 Therefore DIP switch 1 on the IR Remote Control must be set to the ON position and DIP switch 2 must be set to the OFF position Press the Menu button to return to the Routing screen x8 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL 24 THE 8 8 FOR Routing Sources using the Remote Control Buttons 1 8 on the IR remote control correspond to each HDM
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