Gefen EXT-HDMI1.3-848CPN video switch
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1. A5 routes Input 5 to Output A Notes Individual routing to other outputs B H can be accomplished by using a similar syntax and substituting the A with the range B though H For example to route Input 7 to Output E use the following command E no space 7 See the table on page 14 for details ABCD Multiple Routing Command Route the specified source to any combination of Outputs Syntax paraml paramla paramlb paramlc param2 Parameters param1 HDMI Output Display A H param2 HDMI Input Source 1 8 Example ABFGH6 routes Input 6 to Outputs A B F G and H Notes Only one source input can be specified at a time 15 RS 232 COMMANDS L Command sets the specified Input to use Slow Switching Syntax L no space paraml Parameters param1 HDMI Input Source 1 8 M Command Heturns the current routing status of the matrix in addition to the firmware version Parameters None Q Command sets the specified Input to use Fast Switching Syntax O no space paraml Parameters param1 HDMI Input Source 1 8 16 RS 232 COMMANDS RS Command Reset the matrix to the default routing status A21 2 C23 D 4 E 5 F 6 G 7 H 8 The IR address will be set to 0 Syntax rs Parameters None X Command The X command turns off the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 Syntax X Parameters None Y Command The Y command power2. Changing between Fast Switching and Slow Switching Modes Each HDMI input can be set to use either Fast Switching or Slow Switching Fast owitching should be used for the best performance 1 Press the Menu button on the front panel The switching mode for each input will be displayed under each output The letter F indicates that the HDMI input is using Fast Switching If the HDMI input is set to Slow Switching a letter S will be displayed 2 Press the Output button on the front panel The screen will display one output and one input The switching mode for the input can now be changed 3 Use the Input and Input button to change between Fast Switching mode and Slow Switching mode In the illustration below HDMI input 1 is set to Slow Switching FAST SWITCHING 4 Once the switching mode has been set press the Menu button to accept the changes The front panel shows which inputs are set to Slow Switching and which inputs are set to Fast Switching Press the Menu button again to return to the routing status screen 21 EDID MANAGEMENT External EDID Management The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 features EDID Management Before the source can send video or audio signals the source device reads the EDID Extended Display Identification Data from the output devices connected to the oplitter The EDID contains information about what type
3. HDMI signal routing e Supports digital audio formats including LPCM 7 1 audio Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio e IR Control e Built in IR Extender e RS 232 serial control e Locking HDMI Connectors e Rack mountable e Package Includes 1 Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 8 6 ft HDMI cables M M 1 6 ft DB9 Serial Cable M F 1 IR Remote Control Unit 1 24V DC Power Supply 1 Rack Ears 1 User Manual PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel Back Panel 7 2 amp cex em mI Su his sere NY 711107192021 WM tee 10 11 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Main LCD Display This is a two line sixteen character display which displays status information and is also used to manage display source routing Navigation Buttons These buttons are used to navigate between the inputs and outputs of the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 For details on how these controls are used see page 7 Menu Button Pressing this button changes between routing mode and status mode IR Sensor Receives signals from the IR Remote Control Lock Button Temporarily locks the front panel controls This prevents inadvertent routing changes or power down The LED above the button is turns bright green when the front panel is locked Press once to lock the front panel buttons Press this button again to unlock the front panel buttons Power Button Turn
4. Installation Specifications Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix 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 systems of all sizes with hard working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate The Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 The Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 routes high definition video at resolutions of up to 1080p with multichannel digital audio from any eight HDMI sources to any eight displays The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix supports advanced digital audio formats such as Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master audio Each source is accessible at all times by any display by selecting it with the included IR remote by using the RS 232 port or by using the button switches on the front panel How It Works Connect up to eight Hi Def sources to the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 using the supplied HDMI cables Connect up to eight HDTV displays to the Matrix s HDMI outputs 3D content can be displayed when connecting a SDTV and 3D source Power on the Matrix and apply power to the sources and to the displays A V sources can now be
5. R Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 EXT HDMI1 3 848CPN User Manual e www 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 LLC c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefen com support 2gefen com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 is a trademark of Gefen LLC HDMI the logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing in the United States and other countries 2011 Gefen LLC All rights reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective owners Rev Ad 10 11 12 13 14 19 21 23 24 25 5 Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions Connecting and Operating The Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix For HDMI 1 3 Wiring Diagram Controlling the Matrix using the Front Panel Buttons Remote Description Remote Installation Remote Configuration Routing Sources using the Remote Setting the IR Channel on the Matrix RS 232 Serial Control Interface RS 232 Commands Fast Switching FST EDID Management Rack Mount
6. battery slot The positive side of the battery should be facing up 3 Replace the battery cover The remote ships with two batteries One battery is required for operation and the other battery is a spare Battery Slot IR Code DIP Switches IR REMOTE CONFIGURATION How to Resolve IR Code Conflicts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls interfere with the supplied IR remote changing the remote IR channel will fix the problem The IR remote control has a bank of DIP switches used for setting the remote IR channel The DIP switch bank on the IR remote is located underneath the battery cover Remote Channel 0 Remote Channel 1 Default Remote Channel 2 Remote Channel 3 1 2 Left Picture of the opened rear battery compartment of the IR remote showing the exposed DIP Switch bank between the battery chambers It is important that the remote IR channel selected on the remote matches the IR channel set on the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 For example if both DIP switches on the IR remote are set to IR channel 0 toward the 1 and 2 the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 must set to use IR channel 0 oee page 12 on how to change the IR channel on the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 10 USING THE IR REMOTE The IR remote control will allow the user to select which source will be routed to which output Each of the two 2 outputs are assign
7. of A V data that the source can send to each output device The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 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 Support Audio Features Display Connections e If a device is not connected to Output A then no EDID changes are made meaning that the previous EDID information will be used This state will be in effect until a display is connected to Output A 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 22 RACK MOUNT INSTALLATION Rack mount ears are provided for installing the Matrix in a 50 rack space mount the Matrix in the rack do the following 1 Locate the 4 side screws on each side of the Matrix 2 Remove these screws located closest to the front of the Matrix 3 Using the 4 removed screws secure each rack ear plate onto the side of the Matrix with the handle facing the front side of the Matrix 4 Repeat the procedure on the opposite side of the Matrix 5 With the front panel facing you firmly grip both rack mounting handles and insert the Matrix into the rack Slide the Matrix into the
8. rack pushing firmly until the Matrix will not travel any further Secure the Matrix into the rack using the four supplied rack mounting screws 1 SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifier Bandwidth 225 MHz Single Link 1080p 1920x1200 Input Video 1 1 2 moU DOG 5 V p p TTL micum En En Ce DB 9 M Jgie Vid os zelo RR TE TOT 8 HDMI Type A 19 pin M COTS CIO S 8 HDMI Type A 19 M melee 24V DC POWER COIS D 85 W max Qo D 19 0 W x 7 0 H x 13 375 D Rack T 50 STBDIHS 24 7 lbs 24 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 Suc
9. the power on or off using this button the LED will change color from red to green HDMI Output Ports A H Connect HDTV displays to these HDMI ports IR Extender Port Used to extend the IR Sensor range of the unit RS 232 Serial Port Connects to the RS 232 control device The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 may be switched remotely using this port See page 13 for more information HDMI Input Ports 1 8 Connect a Hi Def source device to any of these input ports 24V DC Power Receptacle Connect the included 24V Power Supply to this receptacle CONNECTING OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI 1 3 How To Connect The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix For HDMI 1 3 Using the supplied HDMI cables connect a Hi Def source to HDMI Input 1 on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix Connect a second Hi Def source to HDMI Input 2 and so on Connect an HDTV display to HDMI Output A on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix Connect another HDTV display to HDMI Output B and so on Connect the included 24V DC power supply to the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix and plug the power cord into an available wall outlet The power button LED will turn bright red indicating that the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix is in standby mode Power on the displays and the source devices Turn on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 by pressing the power button on the front panel A vibrant HDTV HD picture should be seen along with multichannel digital audio if the display supports a
10. ed a group of four buttons which correspond to the four source inputs Please use the information below when selecting the desired source for each display Table of IR Remote Commands for the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 ___ 3 __ G Routing Sources to Displays Buttons 1 through 8 on the IR remote correspond to each HDMI input on the Matrix Buttons A through H correspond to each HDMI output To route a source to a display press the desired input on the IR remote then press the desired output Example Route the source connected to Input 6 to Display D 1 Press and release button 6 on the IR remote 2 Pressand release button D The image shown on Display 4 will be the Hi Def source connected to HDMI In 6 on the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 The number six will be displayed under the letter D in the front panel display indicating that Input 6 has been routed to Display D 11 SETTING THE IR CHANNEL ON THE MATRIX 1 Press the Input Input and Output buttons simultaneously 2 The Main LCD Display will show the following Use the Input and Input buttons to switch between OFF and ON states Use the table below to set the correct IR channel It is important that the IR setting that is selected match the DIP switch settings on the IR remote For example if both DIP switches on the IR remote are set to the down position channel 0 the IR channel fo
11. h 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 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 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 25 43 848CPNkx x MA HDMI1 Os This prod
12. r the Matrix must be set to IR channel 0 IR Address 0 1 OFF 2 IR ADDRESS REMOTE SW1 2 Once correct IR channel has been set press the Menu button 12 RS 232 SERIAL INTERFACE 94321 14424 9876 6789 Only Pins 2 RX 3 TX and 5 Ground used on the RS 232 serial interface This feature allows for easy integration into automated systems capable of transmitting RS 232 commands Use the settings below to configure the RS 232 port of the user s system Transmitting the appropriate numeric ASCII character will simulate key presses on the IR remote control Binary Table Corresponding Binary ASCII Corresponding Binary RMT 848IR RMT 848IR Button Button RI B 00 o o noo 0110 0101 0110 0110 0110 0111 0011 0100 RS 232 Settings ees 19200 Belk e qe 8 e en E mo 13 RS 232 COMMANDS Simplified syntax was used for command implementation for faster operation with the device RS 232 commands are not case sensitive Commands A 14 RS 232 COMMANDS A Command Routes the specified Input to Output A Syntax space paraml Parameters param1 HDMI Input Source 1 8 Example
13. routed to any combination of display devices using the front panel buttons the included IR remote control or RS 232 control 5 READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE GEFEN 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI 1 3 There is no internal scaling in the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 All of the attached monitors must be able to display the resolutions output by the source devices For maximum compatibility it is recommended that only one compatible common resolution be used by all of the source devices The Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 is a full featured crosspoint matrix for eight inputs and eight outputs Any source can be connected to any display at any time using the remote control or by controlling it via the buttons on the front panel 3D content pass thru is enabled to all outputs when a 3DTV is connected to Output A Ensure to power cycle the Matrix once a 3DTV is connected to Output A during standard operation FEATURES Supported HDMI 1 3 Features e 225 MHz up to 12 bit YUV 444 1080p Deep Color e Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio e Lip Sync Features e Displays any of eight 8 Hi Def sources on eight 8 HDTV displays independently Maintains beautiful sharo HDTV resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and 2K e Pass Through e Management for rapid integration of sources and display devices e Fast Switching for quick and responsive
14. s on the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 Syntax y Parameters None 17 RS 232 COMMANDS 20 Command Modifies the EDID and forces 10 bit Deep Color Syntax SE Parameters None Z1 Command Modifies the EDID and forces 12 bit Deep Color Syntax 71 Parameters None 18 FAST SWITCHING FAST SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY Fast Switching Technology Fast Switching Technology FST is a Gefen software implementation for HDMI 1 3 products FST was created to improve the lengthy HDMI authentication process based on the HDMI and HDCP specifications FST provides quicker A V source switching and greatly improves the overall A V 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 Matrix 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 FAST SWITCHING
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16. udio NOTE If the source and display support 3D then the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 will pass through the 3D signal Output A must be connected to a HDMI CABLE 8x HDMI Sources 8x HDMI Displays EXT HDMI1 3 848CPN CONTROLLING THE MATRIX USING THE FRONT PANEL BUTTONS How to Switch between Inputs and Outputs The main display of the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 3 is a sixteen character two line LCD This display shows the current routing status The first row represents outputs A through H on the back of the unit The second row represents the inputs to which each output is routed Each input can have a value from 1 to 8 Routing sources to a display 1 Press the Output button The display will change to show a single output zone and input source 2 Pressthe Input or Input button to change the input source 3 Press the Output or Output button to cycle through each of the outputs zones 4 Press the Menu button to return to the routing status screen IR REMOTE DESCRIPTION RMT 848IR Remote LED Button Press Indicator This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button 15 pressed Display and Source Selection Buttons These buttons are used to select which input source 15 routed to the HDTV display IR REMOTE INSTALLATION Installing the RMT 848IR Battery 1 Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote 2 Insert the included battery into the open
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