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  • Page 1 GEFEN 4x4 HDMI MATRIX 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs GEF-HDFST-444-4ELR User Manual www.gefenpro.com...
  • Page 3 ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE Technical Support: Telephone (818) 772-9100 (800) 545-6900 (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@gefenpro.com Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION........................1 Features..........................2 Package Includes......................2 Matrix Layout........................3 Matrix Descriptions......................4 ELR-POL Receiver Layout....................6 ELR-POL Receiver Descriptions..................7 IR Remote Control......................8 Layout and Description...................8 Installing the Battery....................9 Setting the IR Channel....................9 CONNECTING THE 4x4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS......10 Connections........................10 Wiring Diagram......................10 OPERATING THE 4x4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS......11 Main Display........................11 Displaying Additional Information..................11...
  • Page 5 CONTENTS Using the Built-in Web server..................79 Main........................79 Routing......................79 I/O Status.....................83 Display Info....................84 I/O Setup.......................85 Preset Names....................85 I/O Names.....................86 HPD Control....................87 FST.......................88 HDCP......................89 Manage EDID.......................90 Assign......................90 Bank Names....................93 Upload / Download..................94 Configuration......................95 Change IP Settings..................95 Telnet Login Settings..................96 Web Login Settings..................97 System Configuration...................98 FIRMWARE UPDATE......................100 Firmware Update Procedure (over IP).................100...

  • Page 6: Operation Notes

    OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/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.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the GefenPRO 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. GefenPRO In the realm of video distribution, certain features are invaluable in a commercial or broadcast environment. Accommodations such as a build-in power supply and flat black rack-mount enclosures set GefenPRO apart from our traditional products.

  • Page 8: Features

    INTRODUCTION Supported HDMI Features • Resolutions up to 1080p Full HD • HDCP compliant • 12-bit Deep Color • LPCM 7.1 audio, Dolby® TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio™ • 3DTV pass-through • Lip Sync pass-through Features • Routes any four Hi-Def sources to any four HD displays independently •...

  • Page 9: Matrix Layout

    INTRODUCTION Front Back...

  • Page 10: Matrix Descriptions

    INTRODUCTION 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 Used for routing and adjusting settings of the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs. See the information beginning on page 13 for details on using these buttons.
  • Page 11 INTRODUCTION Back Grounding Terminal Provides a discharge path to ground in case a short circuit occurs between the “hot” lead of the power supply and the enclosure of the Matrix. The grounding wire should be attached from the grounding terminal to an approved ground path. IP Control Connect an Ethernet cable to this port to control the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs using IP Control.

  • Page 12: Elr-Pol Receiver Layout

    INTRODUCTION Front Back...

  • Page 13: Elr-Pol Receiver Descriptions

    INTRODUCTION Top / 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 HD display to the HDMI Out port using an HDMI cable. HDMI Locking Connector Used to lock the HDMI cable in place.

  • Page 14: Ir Remote Control

    INTRODUCTION Layout and Description (RMT-16IRN) 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. See page 23 for more information on using the IR remote control. NOTE: An Activity Indicator that flashes quickly while holding down any one of the 16 buttons indicates a low battery.

  • Page 15: Installing The Battery

    INTRODUCTION 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. Remove the battery cover on the back of the IR Remote Control unit. Insert the included battery into the open battery slot.

  • Page 16: Connecting The 4X4 Matrix For Hdmi W/4 Elr-Pol Outputs

    Connect the AC power cord to the matrix and connect the plug to an available electrical outlet. Wiring Diagram ® CAT-5 CABLE HDMI CABLE RS-232 CABLE IR EMITTER IR EXTENDER IR Emitters Receivers IR Extenders Hi-Def Sources Matrix Network IP Control IR Emitters HD Displays IP-based Automation Control Device GEF-HDFST-444-4ELR...

  • Page 17: Operating The 4X4 Matrix For Hdmi W/4 Elr-Pol Outputs

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Main Display The Main Display of the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs is a 16-character 2-line display. This display shows the current routing status of the matrix and is also used to display additional system information.

  • Page 18: Determining The Current Routing State

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS 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.

  • Page 19: Routing Sources

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Routing Sources Selecting the Output To select the output, press the Out - or Out + button once. The routing state for Output 1 will be displayed. OUT:1 IN:3 Press the Out + button to cycle through each Output, from left to right. The Output with the currently routed Input will be displayed.
  • Page 20 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Consecutively pressing the Out - button will cycle through each output, from right to left. OUT: 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 - 4).
  • Page 21 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Consecutively pressing the Input - button will decrease the input value by a factor of 1 (within a range of 1 - 4). For example, if Input 4 was originally routed to Output 4, pressing the Input - button will route Input 3 to Output 4.

  • Page 22: Locking / Unlocking The Front Panel

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Locking / Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent an accidental routing change or power-down (by pressing the Lock button), the front-panel buttons on the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs can be locked. Locking the matrix also disables many RS-232 / Telnet commands.

  • Page 23: Fst

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS WITCHING ECHNOLOGY 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.

  • Page 24: Determining The Current Switching Mode

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Determining the Current Switching Mode Each HDMI input can be set to Fast Mode or Slow Mode. It is recommended that each HDMI input be set to Fast Mode for best performance. Consecutively press the Menu button on the front panel until the switching modes screen is displayed.
  • Page 25 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS 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.
  • Page 26 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Changing the Switching Mode Once the desired input has been selected, press the Input + or Input - button to toggle between Fast or Slow switching mode. Switching mode changed from Slow to Fast on Input 2.

  • Page 27: Setting The Ir Channel

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Setting the IR Channel In order for the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs to communicate with the included IR Remote Control, both the matrix and the IR Remote Control must be set to the same IR channel.
  • Page 28 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS After setting the IR address, make sure that the DIP switches on the IR Remote Control are set according to the information in the LCD display. See page 9 for information on setting the IR channel for the IR Remote Control unit.

  • Page 29: Routing Sources Using The Ir Remote Control

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Routing Sources using the IR Remote Control The included IR Remote Control unit provides discrete switching for each output. The IR remote control unit consists of 16 buttons. Buttons are color-coded and arranged in groups of four.

  • Page 30: Controlling The Display From The Source Location

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS IR Control NOTE: The following installations require up to (4) 6-ft mini stereo audio cables (Gefen part no. CAB-AUDIO-6), (8) IR emitters (Gefen part no. EXT-IREMIT), and (4) IR extender modules (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN).

  • Page 31: Controlling Multiple Displays Simultaneously

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Controlling Multiple Displays Simultaneously Connect the 3.5mm mini-stereo end of the IR cable from the IR All In port on the matrix to the automation system. Connect an IR emitter from the IR Out jack on each Receiver to the IR sensor of each display.

  • Page 32: Controlling A Source From The Display Location

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Controlling a Source from the Display Location Connect an IR extender to the IR Ext port on each Receiver unit. Connect an IR emitter from the IR Out jack on the matrix to the IR sensor of each source device.

  • Page 33: Controlling All Sources From Any Display Location

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS Controlling all Sources from any Display Location Connect an IR extender to the IR Ext port on each Receiver unit. Connect an IR emitter from the IR Out All jack on the matrix. Using this method, any source device can be controlled (using its associated IR remote) from any of the display (Receiver) locations.

  • Page 34: External Edid Management

    OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/ 4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS External EDID Management The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/ 4 ELR-POL Outputs 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 Splitter.

  • Page 35: Rs-232 / Ip Control

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL RS-232 Interface DE-9 DA-15 RS-232 Controller Matrix DB-25 Only TXD, RXD, and GND are used. DC-37 RS232 Settings Baud rate ........................19200 Data bits ..........................8 Parity bits ........................None Stop bits ..........................1 DD-50 Flow Control ........................None IMPORTANT: When sending RS-232 commands, a carriage return must be included at the end of the command.

  • Page 36: Settings

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Configuring the IP Address The 4x4 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI supports IP-based control using the built-in Web GUI and Telnet protocol. To set up Telnet control, the network settings for the matrix must be configured via RS-232. The default network settings for the matrix are as follows: IP Address: 192.168.1.72 255.255.255.0...

  • Page 37: Telnet Commands

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL IP / Telnet Configuration Command Description #display_telnet_welcome Set Telnet welcome message on login Displays all TCP/IP settings #ipconfig #resetip Resets IP configuration to factory settings #set_http_port Sets the Web server listening port #set_telnet_pass Prompts for password when using Telnet #set_telnet_port Sets the Telnet listening port #set_webui_ad_pass...

  • Page 38: Ip Configuration

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL #display_telnet_welcome Command The #display_telnet_welcome command enables or disables the Telnet welcome message on login. Syntax: #display_telnet_welcome param1 Parameters: param1 Value [0 ... 1] Value Description Do not display welcome message Display welcome message Example: #display_telnet_welcome 1 #Telnet Welcome Screen is Enable #ipconfig Command The #ipconfig command displays the current TCP/IP settings for the matrix.
  • Page 39 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #resetip Command The #resetip 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 Defaults. After rebooting the matrix, the IP settings will be cleared. Running the #ipconfig command will display the updated information: #ipconfig IP: 192.168.1.120...
  • Page 40 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #set_http_port Command The #set_http_port command sets the Web server listening port. The default port setting is 80. Also see the #show_http_port on page 40. Syntax: #set_http_port param1 Parameters: Port [0 ... 1024] param1 Notes: The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. Example: #set_http_port 80 HTTP Communication Port 80 Is Set.
  • Page 41 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #set_telnet_pass Command The #set_telnet_pass command sets the Telnet password. The maximum length of the password is 20 characters. The password is case-sensitive. The default Telnet password is Admin. Syntax: #set_telnet_pass param1 Parameters: param1 Password [20 chars max.] Notes: The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command.
  • Page 42 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #set_telnet_port Command The #set_telnet_port command sets the Telnet listening port. The default port value is 23. Syntax: #set_telnet_port param1 Parameters: Port [0 ... 1024] param1 Notes: The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. Example: #set_telnet_port 23 Telnet Communication Port 23 Is Set.
  • Page 43 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #set_webui_ad_pass Command The #set_webui_ad_pass command sets the Administrator password for the Web interface. The maximum length of the password is 8 characters. The default password is Admin. Syntax: #set_webui_ad_pass param1 Parameters: param1 Password [8 chars max.] Notes: The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command.
  • Page 44 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #set_webui_op_pass Command The #set_webui_op_pass command sets the Operator password for the Web interface. The maximum length of the password is 8 characters. The default password is Admin. Syntax: #set_webui_op_pass param1 Parameters: Password [8 chars max.] param1 Notes: The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command.
  • Page 45 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #sgateway Command The #sgateway sets the gateway (router) address. Dot-decimal notation must be used when specifying the gateway address. The default gateway address is 192.168.1.254. Syntax: #sgateway param1 Parameters: param1 Gateway address Notes: The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. Example: #sgateway 192.168.2.1 GateWay Address 192.168.2.1 Is Set.
  • Page 46 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #show_http_port Command The #show_http_port command displays the current HTTP listening port. Syntax: #show_http_port Parameters: None Example: #show_http_port HTTP COMMUNICATION PORT IS: 80 #show_ip Command The #show_ip command shows the current IP address of the Matrix. Syntax: #show_ip Parameters: None...
  • Page 47 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #show_mac_addr Command The #show_mac_addr command displays the MAC address of the Matrix. Syntax: #show_mac_addr Parameters: None Example: #show_mac_addr MAC ADDRESS IS: 00-12-0e-f1-7a-ea #show_netmask Command The #show_netmask displays the netmask address. Syntax: #show_netmask Parameters: None Example: #show_netmask NET MASK ADDRESS IS: 255.255.255.0...
  • Page 48 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #show_telnet_port Command The #show_telnet_port command displays the current Telnet listening port. Syntax: #show_telnet_port Parameters: None Example: #show_telnet_port TELNET COMMUNICATION PORT IS: 23 #show_telnet_username Command The #show_telnet_username command returns the user name required for login. Syntax: #show_telnet_username Parameters: None Example:...
  • Page 49 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #show_ver_data Command The #show_ver_data command displays the hardware and firmware version of the Matrix. Syntax: #show_ver_data Parameters: None Example: #show_ver_data SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE VERSION: v3.0K PCB-1707*B #show_webui_username Command The #show_webui_username command displays the current user name required for login. Syntax: #show_webui_username Parameters:...
  • Page 50 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #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 param1 Parameters: IP address param1 Notes: The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. Example: #sipadd 192.168.1.238 IP Address 192.168.1.238 Is Set.
  • Page 51 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #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 param1 Parameters: Subnet mask param1 Notes: The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command.
  • Page 52 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #use_telnet_pass Command The #use_telnet_pass command requires or disables Telnet login credentials. The default setting is disabled (param1 = 0). Syntax: #use_telnet_pass param1 Parameters: State [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Disable password Enable (force) password Example: #use_telnet_pass 1 Telnet Interface Password Is Enable...

  • Page 53: Routing / Naming / Presets

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Routing / Naming / Presets Command Description #lock_matrix Locks / unlocks the Matrix Recalls a routing / mask preset #recall_preset #save_preset Saves the current routing/masking state to a preset #set_bank_name Names the specified EDID bank #set_input_name Specifies a name for an input #set_output_name Specifies a name for an output...
  • Page 54 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #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. Syntax: #lock_matrix param1 Parameters: Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Unlock Matrix Lock Matrix...
  • Page 55 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #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. Syntax: #save_preset param1 Parameters: Preset [1 ... 8] param1 Example: #save_preset 1...
  • Page 56 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #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”. Syntax: #set_input_name param1 param2 Parameters: Input [1 ... 4] param1 param2 Name [15 chars max.] Example: #set_input_name 4 Blu-ray Blu_ray NAME IS ASSIGNED TO INPUT 5...
  • Page 57 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #set_preset_name Command The #set_preset_name command assigns a preset with the specified name. Syntax: #set_preset_name param1 Parameters: param1 Preset [1 ... 8] Name [20 chars max.] param2 Example: #set_preset_name 6 monitor_booth monitor_booth NAME IS ASSIGNED TO PRESET 6 #show_bank_name Command The #set_bank_name command displays the specified EDID bank name.
  • Page 58 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #show_input_name Command The #show_input_name command displays the specified input name. Syntax: #show_input_name param1 Parameters: param1 Input [1 ... 8] Example: #show_input_name 4 THE NAME FOR INPUT 4 IS: Blu-ray #show_output_name Command The #show_output_name command displays the name of the specified output. Syntax: #show_output_name param1 Parameters:...
  • Page 59 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #show_preset_name Command The #show_preset_name command displays the name of the specified preset. Syntax: #show_preset_name param1 Parameters: param1 Preset [1 ... 8] Example: #show_preset_name 6 THE NAME FOR PRESET 6 IS: monitor_booth #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.
  • Page 60 RS-232 / IP CONTROL r Command The r command routes the specified input to the specified outputs. Do not precede the r command with the “#’ symbol. Syntax: r param1 param2[...param9] Parameters: Input [1 ... 4] param1 param2 Outputs [1 ... 4] Notes: If param2 = 0, then the specified input is routed to all outputs.
  • Page 61 RS-232 / IP CONTROL s Command The s command routes the specified input to all outputs. Do not precede the s command with the “#’ symbol. Syntax: s param1 Parameters: Input [1 - 8] param1 Examples: INPUT 2 IS SET TO ALL OUTPUTS.

  • Page 62: Status

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Status Command Description #help Displays all available commands Displays the Matrix firmware version #show_fw #show_hpd Displays the HPD status of the specified output #show_rsense Displays the RSENSE status of the specified output Displays the current matrix routing status in table format Displays the routing status for the specified output...
  • Page 63 #show_fw Parameters: None Example: #show_fw FIRMWARE VERSION = GEF-HDFST-444-4ELR v3.0K #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 param1...
  • Page 64 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #show_rsense Command The #show_rsense command displays Rsense status of the specified output. Syntax: #show_rsense param1 Parameters: param1 Output [1 ... 4] Notes: The alternate name of the output (see the #set_output_name command) will be displayed in parentheses, next to the physical name of the output. Examples: #show_rsense 2 RSENSE OF OUTPUT 2(OUTPUT1) IS LOW...
  • Page 65 RS-232 / IP CONTROL m Command The m command displays the current matrix routing status in tabular format. Do not precede this command with the “#’ symbol. Syntax: Parameters: None Example: Out: 1 2 3 4 In: 2 2 2 2 ALL OUTPUTS ARE UNMASKED MATRIX IS UNLOCKED...
  • Page 66 RS-232 / IP CONTROL n Command The n command displays the current input-output routing state for the specified output. Do not precede this command with the “#’ symbol. Syntax: n param1 Parameters: Output [1 ... 4] param1 Notes: If param1 = 0, then the routing status for all outputs will be displayed. In the second example, n 0 returns the routing state for all Outputs.

  • Page 67: Fst

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Command Description #fst_fast Sets the specified inputs to Fast switching mode Sets the specified inputs to Slow switching mode #fst_slow #show_fst Displays the current switching mode for the specified input #fst_fast Command The #fst_fast command sets the specified inputs to Fast switching mode. Syntax: #fst_fast param1 Parameters:...
  • Page 68 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #fst_slow Command The #fst_slow command sets the specified inputs to Slow switching mode. Syntax: #fst_slow param1 Parameters: param1 Input [1 ... 4] Notes: If param1 = 0, then all inputs will be set to Slow switching mode. Example: #fst_slow 1 INPUT 1 IS SET TO FST SLOW MODE...

  • Page 69: Masking

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Masking Command Description #echo Enables / disables RS-232 feedback Resets the matrix to factory defaults #fadefault #hdcp Disables HDCP on the specified input #hpd_pulse Cycles the HPD line on the specified input #lock_edid Locks the local EDID when powering the matrix #mask Masks the specified outputs #power...
  • Page 70 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #echo Command The #echo command enables / disables serial port (terminal) echo when typing command. However, any command feedback will always be displayed. Syntax: #echo Parameters: param1 Value [0 - 1] Value Description Disable feedback Enable feedback Examples: #echo 1 LOCAL ECHO IS ON...
  • Page 71 Telnet Communication Port 23 Is Set. Telnet Interace Password Is Disable TELNET User Name Admin Is Set. GEF-HDFST-444-4ELR v3.0K INPUT 1 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 1 INPUT 2 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 2 INPUT 3 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 3...
  • Page 72 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #hdcp Command The #hdcp command disables HDCP on the selected input. NOTE: Some computers will enable HDCP if an HDCP-compliant display is detected. Set param2 = 1 to force the computer to ignore detection of an HDCP-compliant display. Note that using this command does not decrypt HDCP content.
  • Page 73 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #hpd_pulse Command The #hpd_pulse command cycles the HPD line on the specified input. Issuing this command is identical to physically disconnecting and reconnecting the cable between the source and the matrix. Syntax: #hpd_pulse param1 Parameters: param1 Input [1 ...
  • Page 74 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #lock_edid Command The #lock_edid command secures the Local EDID by disabling the automatic loading of the downstream EDID after the matrix is powered. Syntax: #lock_edid param1 Parameters: Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Disable Enable Examples: #lock_edid 0 Disable Lock EDID mode...
  • Page 75 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #mask Command The #mask command masks the specified outputs. Syntax: #mask param1[...param4] Parameters: param1 Output [1 ... 4] Notes: If param1 = 0, then all outputs are masked. Examples: #mask 2 3 OUTPUTS 2, 3 ARE MASKED...
  • Page 76 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #power Command The #power command toggles the power state on the matrix. Syntax: #power param1 Parameters: param1 Value [0 ... 1] Value Description Power matrix OFF Power matrix ON Notes: Each time the matrix is powered, the current routing status will be echoed to the terminal. Examples: #power 0 MATRIX IS OFF...
  • Page 77 Each time the matrix is rebooted, the current routing status will be echoed to the terminal. Example: #reboot MATRIX WILL REBOOT SHORTLY *REBOOT UNIT IN 2 SECONDS GEF-HDFST-444-4ELR v3.0K INPUT 1 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 1 INPUT 2 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 2 INPUT 3 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 3...
  • Page 78 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #set_edid Command The #set_edid command sets the specified EDID type to an input or bank. Syntax: #set_edid param1 param2 param3 param4 Parameters: param1 Source type [STRING] String Description default Uses default EDID dynamic Uses Dynamic EDID bank Uses EDID bank output...
  • Page 79 RS-232 / IP CONTROL Notes: If param1 = default or param1 = dynamic, set param2 = 0. Using Dynamic EDID When param1 = dynamic, the specified input will be set to Dynamic EDID. This can be observed by accessing the Manage EDID tab, in the Web interface (see page 91). When an input is set to Dynamic EDID, the input will use the EDID of the last selected output during the routing process.
  • Page 80 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #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 9 for details on setting the IR channel for the IR remote control.
  • Page 81 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #show_hdcp Command The #show_hdcp command displays the HDCP status on the specified input Syntax: #show_hdcp param1 Parameters: param1 Input [1 ... 4] Notes: Set param1 = 0 to displays the HDCP status of all inputs. Examples: #show_hdcp 3 INPUT 3 HDCP IS ENABLED #show_hdcp 0...
  • Page 82 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #show_mask Command The #show_mask command displays the mask status for the specified output. Syntax: #show_mask param1 Parameters: param1 Output [1 ... 4] Example: #show_mask 4 OUTPUT 4(OUTPUT4) IS UNMASKED #show_out_colordpt Command The #show_out_colordpt command displays the highest color depth supported by the specified display based on the EDID.
  • Page 83 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #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 param1 Parameters: Output [1 ... 4] param1 Notes: If no display (sink) signal is detected, then the #show_out_res will return the following: NO SIGNAL Example: #show_out_res 1...
  • Page 84 RS-232 / IP CONTROL #unmask Command The #unmask command unmasks the specified outputs. Syntax: #unmask param1[...param9] Parameters: param1 Output [1 ... 4] Notes: If param1 = 0, then all outputs are unmasked. Examples: #unmask 4 OUTPUT 4 IS UNMASKED...

  • Page 85: Using The Built-In Web Server

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Using the Built-in Web server The Web GUI is divided into four main pages: Main, I/O Setup, Manage EDID, and Configuration. Each main page is represented by a tab at the top-most portion of the screen. The Main, I/O Setup, and Manage EDID pages have their own set of sub-tabs. Click on the desired tab / sub-tab to open the desired page.
  • Page 86 RS-232 / IP CONTROL Lock Matrix Locks / unlocks the matrix. When the matrix is locked, no modifications can be made using the Web GUI. When the matrix is locked, the button text will read “Unlock Matrix” and a red bar will appear across the top portion of the screen with the text “Matrix is LOCKED”.
  • Page 87 RS-232 / IP CONTROL Name Displays the current name of each output. The name of each input can be changed. Refer to the #set_input_name command on page 50 for details on naming inputs. Output Click to place a check mark in the box and select the desired output.
  • Page 88 RS-232 / IP CONTROL Save Routing Preset Saves the current routing state to memory. Click the drop-down list to select the desired routing preset, then click the Save button to save the preset to memory. Recall Routing Preset Loads the selected routing state into memory.

  • Page 89: I/O Status

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Main >> I/O Status Output Displays the state of each output for each of the following: Output name, RSENSE, Mask, HPD (Hot-Plug Detect), HDCP, and POL. Input Displays the state of each input for each of the following: Input name, Color Depth, Color Space, HDCP, 3D, Active Signal, Vertical Resolution, Horizontal Resolution, Progressive / Interlaces, and Refresh Rate.

  • Page 90: Display Info

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Main >> Display Info Choose EDID Select the EDID from the drop-down list. The selected EDID will be copied from the selected EDID Bank or Output to the desired input(s) and used by the source. Options: Default EDID, Bank 1 ...

  • Page 91: I/O Setup

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL I/O Setup >> Preset Names Name Type the desired name of the Preset in this field. Click the Save Changes button to save the Preset Name. Click the Cancel button to restore the previous name. Save Changes Cancel Saves the current changes.

  • Page 92: I/O Names

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL I/O Setup >> I/O Names Save Changes Saves the current changes. Cancel Restores the previous names for each Preset, if a change was made. Name Type the desired name of each Output or Input in these fields. Click the Save Changes button or click the Cancel button to restore the previous name.

  • Page 93: Hpd Control

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL I/O Setup >> HPD Control Pulse Click the Pulse button to cycle the HPD line on the desired input. This is the equivalent of physically disconnecting and reconnecting the HDMI cable between the source device and the matrix.

  • Page 94: Fst

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL I/O Setup >> FST Check All Places a check mark in each box under the FST column. Clear All Clears all check marks from the FST column. Click this button to enable FST on the selected input(s). The Web GUI will display a prompt to verify the selected operation.

  • Page 95: Hdcp

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL I/O Setup >> HDCP NOTE: Some computers will enable HDCP if an HDCP-compliant display is detected. Use the Disable feature to force the computer to ignore detection of an HDCP-compliant display. Note that using the Disable feature does not decrypt HDCP content. Check All Places a check mark in each box under the HDCP column.

  • Page 96: Manage Edid

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Manage EDID >> Assign Lock EDID Secures the Local EDID and disables the automatic loading after power-up. See the #lock_edid command on page 68 for more information. Copy EDID From Select the EDID from the drop-down list. The EDID will be copied from the selected destination to the desired input or EDID bank.
  • Page 97 RS-232 / IP CONTROL Copy To Click to select the desired input(s). EDID Modes Click the drop-down list to select the EDID mode. Options: Check All Custom, Last Output Places a check mark in each box under the Copy To column. If the EDID Mode is set to Last Output, then the EDID source will be set to Dynamic EDID.
  • Page 98 RS-232 / IP CONTROL Copy To Click this button to copy the specified EDID to the selected inputs / banks. Cancel Restores the previous EDID state for each input, if a change was made. Check All Places a check mark in each box under the Copy To column.

  • Page 99: Bank Names

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Manage EDID >> Bank Names Bank # Indicates the EDID bank number. Name Type the desired name of the EDID bank in this field. Click the Save Changes button to save the bank name. Click the Cancel button to restore the previous name. Save Changes Cancel Saves the current name...

  • Page 100: Upload / Download

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Manage EDID >> Upload / Download Upload Click this button to upload the EDID to the specified bank. Select Bank Location Click this drop-down list to select the bank Browse... to where the EDID will be uploaded. Click this button to select the EDID file to Options:...

  • Page 101: Configuration

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Configuration >> Change IP Settings Change IP Settings Assigns IP address, subnet, gateway, HTTP listening port, and Telnet port. The MAC address cannot be changed. Save Settings Saves the current settings for the Change IP Settings. After clicking this button, the Web interface will display a dialog indicating that the matrix must be rebooted for changes to take effect.

  • Page 102: Telnet Login Settings

    Click this check box to have the matrix display the Telnet welcome message each time a Telnet session is started. The welcome message appears as: “Welcome to GEF-HDFST-444-4ELR TELNET” Save Settings Saves the current changes to the Telnet Login Settings.

  • Page 103: Web Login Settings

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Configuration >> Web Login Settings Username Click this drop-down list to select the username to be changed. Old Password Type the current (old) password in this field. The factory-default password is Admin. New Password Type the new password in this field. Confirm Password Re-type the new password in this field.

  • Page 104: System Configuration

    RS-232 / IP CONTROL Configuration >> System Configuration Download Current Configuration Click this button to download the current configuration to a file.
  • Page 105 RS-232 / IP CONTROL Browse Click this button to select the firmware file to be uploaded. See the next page for details on updating the firmware. Browse Click this button to select the saved configuration file to be loaded into memory. Restore Uploads the selected configuration file to the matrix.

  • Page 106: Firmware Update

    FIRMWARE UPDATE Firmware Update Procedure (over IP) IMPORTANT: DO NOT power-off or disconnect the AC power cord from the matrix, at any time, during the firmware upgrade process. Make sure the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI is powered. Connect an Ethernet cable between the matrix and the computer running the Web GUI.

  • Page 107: Firmware Update Procedure (Over Usb)

    FIRMWARE UPDATE Firmware Update Procedure (over USB) IMPORTANT: DO NOT power-off or disconnect the AC power cord from the matrix, at any time, during the firmware upgrade process. Download the firmware update from the Support section of the Gefen Web site. Power-ON the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/ 4 ELR-POL Outputs.
  • Page 108 FIRMWARE UPDATE After the firmware file integrity has been verified, the matrix will begin the upgrade procedure. The upgrade progress will be displayed in the front-panel LCM. -F/W UPDATE- 10. After the matrix has been updated, the unit will automatically initiate a countdown to reboot.

  • Page 109: Rack Mount Safety Information

    RACK MOUNT SAFETY INFORMATION Maximum recommended ambient temperature: 45 ˚C (104 ˚F). 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. Connect a bonding wire between an approved safety ground and the grounding screw on the chassis.

  • Page 110: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Pixel Clock....................225 MHz ELR extension range..............Up to 330 feet (100 meters) Matrix Video Input Connectors......... (4) HDMI Type A 19-pin, female, locking Matrix Video Output Connectors........... (4) ELR-POL RJ45, female Receiver ELR-POL Input Connector.............. (1) RJ45, female Receiver Video Output Connector......

  • Page 111: Warranty

    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.

  • Page 112: Licensing

    LICENSING lwIP is licenced under the BSD licence: Copyright (c) 2001-2004 Swedish Institute of Computer Science. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
  • Page 114 Rev A6 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefenpro.com support@gefenpro.com This product uses UL or CE listed power supplies.

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