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® Detective Plus EXT-DVI-EDIDP User Manual...
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Chatsworth, CA 91311 support@gefen.com www.gefen.com Notice Gefen Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging and any accompanying doc u men ta tion without prior written notice. The DVI Detective Plus is a trademark of Gefen Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Features Panel Layout Connecting and Operating the DVI Detective Plus Connecting and Operating the DVI Detective Plus Using a Pre-Programmed EDID Pre-Programmed EDID Diagram Write Protecting the DVI Detective Plus Specifi cations Warranty...
INTRODUCTION Computers and HDTV video source devices can sometimes lose the EDID -- the electronic identifi cation of a display which lists its possible resolutions and frequencies. When displays are switched away or disconnected and then reconnected, the EDID can be lost and the computer or HD video source device can lose the ability to display the image properly.
FEATURES Features • Store EDID information for displays • Supports resolutions up to 1920x1200, 2K, and 3840x2400 (Dual Link) • Keeps computer systems from deactivating inactive DVI ports • Can eliminate CAT-5 lines used to carry DDC signals when extending computer video •...
CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE DVI DETECTIVE PLUS Before proceeding, please ensure that the write protect switch is in the E (write enabled) position and all SETTING DIP SWITCHES are in the OFF (down) position Please see the diagram on the page 8. Connect the display to the DVI Out port on the DVI Detective Plus.
CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE DVI DETECTIVE PLUS Once a successful EDID record is complete, remove the 5V DC power supply from the DVI Detective Plus. At this time, it is recommended that you write protect the DVI Detective Plus to prevent an accidental overwrite. Please see page 9 for instructions on this procedure.
USING A PRE-PROGRAMMED EDID The DVI Detective Plus includes 5 built-in manually- selectable generic EDIDs (display identities) for forcing several standard home theater setups with multi-channel audio and standard HDTV resolutions. This functionality is vital when equipment reaches a state of indeterminate function and will not respond to signals or controls properly, and a certain resolution size with specifi...
PRE-PROGRAMMED EDID DIAGRAM Pre-Programmed EDID DIP SWITCHES The EDID switches on the left hand side of the unit are preset at the factory to provide the behavior shown in the chart on Page 8. This be- havior can be custom fi ne-tuned to accomodate your audio/video displays by setting the small white plastic switches as shown in the chart.
WRITE PROTECTING THE DVI DETECTIVE Write protection switch Once the DVI Detective is programmed and working, you can write protect the unit to prevent an accidental overwrite. This is done by simply moving the write protect switch to the D (write disabled) position. By default, the unit is shipped in the E (write enabled) position.
SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifi er Bandwidth ......165 MHz Maximum Range ......1920 x 1200 x 60hz DVI Input/Output Connector ......DVI-I Power Consumption ......5 Watts (max.) Power Supply ........... 5VDC Dimensions ......2.6” W x 1.3” H x 1.7” D Shipping Weight ..........
If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen Inc. is notifi ed within two (2) year from the date of shipment, Gefen Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifi...
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