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- Page 1 User Manual 4K UHD Video Distribution Amplifier Model 1398E ®...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
4K UHD Video Distribution Amplifier Model 1398E ® Table Of Contents Introduction Checking Package Contents Getting the Best Results Planning a Distribution System Installation On Sceen Display RS-232 Serial Commands Operation Specifications Troubleshooting Limited Warranty Regulatory Compliance Contact Information... -
Page 4: Introduction
● Port-by-port EDID management 4K to 1080p down-scaling and color space conversion (4:4:4 to 4:2:0), independent HDCP management engine for each output ensures stable performance ● Special “Group Mode” allows the 1398E to function as two independent 1×4 splitters in a single device ● Supports 4K resolutions up to 3840x2160@23/24/25/29/30/50/59/60Hz and 4096x2160@23/24/25/29/30/50/59/60Hz ●... -
Page 5: Getting The Best Results
Getting the Best Results Many factors influence the quality and reliability of HDMI signal distribution installations The following are the main factors to consider, and basic precautions that will ensure the best possible performance ● Port-by-Port EDID management - 4K to 1080p down-scaling and color space conversion (4:4:4 to 4:2:0), independent HDCP management engine for each output ensures stable performance so make sure port 1 is connected to a TV with the highest resolution capability. -
Page 6: Planning A Distribution System
● Since HDMI connectors can sometimes become loose, mount the switcher or distribution amplifier to a flat surface and add strain relief tie-downs a few inches away from every HDMI cable connector. 4K PLAYER PREMIUM CERTIFIED HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLES 1398E 1398E 1080p 1080p 1080p OUTPUT 1 4K TV WITH... -
Page 7: Installation
Installation Study the picture below and become familiar with the controls, signal inputs, outputs, RS-232, and power input INPUT 1 LED POWER INPUT 2 LED GROUP LED POWER LED MENU RS-232 INPUT 1 / – SWITCH INPUT 2 / + SWITCH FIRMWARE UPDATE GROUP / ENTER... - Page 8 ● Connect the power adapter to the AC source and then to the 1398E. ● The 1398E begins to function as soon as the AC adapter is connected to the 1398E and AC power. There is no power switch.
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Page 9: On Sceen Display
On Screen Display Main Menu Main Menu All primary functions of the 1398E can be Input Switch controlled by using the On Screen Display Input Information (OSD), which is activated by pressing the Menu Output 4k Converter button on the front panel. Use the + (PLUS), −... - Page 10 Due to a chipset limitation, 4K sources using the 4:2:2 color space may display with incorrect colors when scaled to 1080p. If this occurs, partitioning the 1398E into two 1x4 switchers may provide a solution in this case. MAIN MENU...
- Page 11 ● Reso: The maximum supported resolution from the EDID used with the current Input ● Freq: The maximum supported frequency from the EDID used with the current Input ● Depth: The maximum supported bit-depth from the EDID used with the current Input ●...
- Page 12 HDCP Control HDCP Control ● Input 1: Set the HDCP mode for Input 1. Refer Sink Refer Sink ● Input 2: Set the HDCP mode for Input 2. OutA HDCP22 Active ● Out A-H: Show the current HDCP status of each OutB HDCP22 Active Output (A-H).
- Page 13 1398’s OSD menu using the remote’s red, Button Plus green, yellow and blue buttons by assigning Button Enter them to the functions of the 1398E’s front panel Button Input 1 MENU, MINUS, PLUS, and ENTER buttons. Button Input 2 Note: Requires a compatible remote control and...
- Page 14 ● Factory Reset: Reset the 1398E’s Factory Reset configuration to factory default. Software Control ● Software Control: Enable or disable RS-232 support for the EDID Management Software. Return Return Note: Enabling this function will disable normal RS-232 control of the 1398E.
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Page 15: Serial Commands
MAIN MENU LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 System Settings Vendor ID Product ID Serial number FW Ver Firmware version Factory Reset Software Control RS-232 Port Connect an RS-232 cable to the 3-pin terminal block (see pinout below) RS-232 Baud Rate 19200 Data Bits Parity Bit None... - Page 16 [GET KEYLOCK] Display keylock status [SET OSD DEFAULT] Factory default OSD configuration [SET FACTORY DEFAULT] Factory default the 1398E INPUT COMMANDS [GET IN PORT NUMBER] Display the number of inputs supported [GET IN TYPE LIST] List video format supported by each input [GET IN # FORMAT] # = 1/2;...
- Page 17 Output EDID USER COMMANDS [GET USER EDID NUMBER] Display the number of User EDIDs supported by the 1398E [SET USER # EDID DATA #] # = 1/2; Update the contents of user EDID with new (# = raw hex data) [GET USER # EDID DATA] # = 1/2;...
- Page 18 [SET CEC REMOTE LINK #] # =: OFF disable feature, A - H enabled output port; select the display/output to accept CEC remote control commands from to control the 1398E, or disable the feature Note: Requires a compatible remote control and display.
- Page 19 720×400@85 800×600@56/60/72/75/85 1024×768@60/70/75/85 1152×864@75 1280×720@60 1280×768@60/75/85 1280×800@60 1280×960@60 1280×1024@60 1360×768@60 1366×768@60 1400×1050@60 1440×900@60 1600×900@60 1600×1200@60 1680×1050@60 1920×1080@60 1920×1200@60 1920×1440@60 2560×1600@60 1440×576i@50 1440×480i@59.94/60 720×480p@59.94/60 720×576p@50 1280×720p@50/59.94/60 1920×1080i@50/59.94/60 Firmware Updates Contact Audio Authority Technical Support at 800-322-8346 for information regarding firmware updates.
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Page 20: Operation
● Due to a chipset limitation, 4K sources using the 4:2:2 color space may display with incorrect colors when scaled to 1080p If this occurs, partitioning the 1398E into two 1x4 switchers may provide a solution in this case. -
Page 21: Limited Warranty
® within one year from the date of the original sale to the end-user, Audio Authority will replace or repair the defective product at no cost Freight charges for the replacement unit will be paid by Audio Authority (Ground service only). A copy of... -
Page 22: Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory Compliance Model 1398E distribution amplifiers have been tested for compliance with appropriate FCC and CE rules and regulations and are also RoHS compliant. The power adaptor has been tested for compliance with UL, CE and CSA rules and regulations and is also RoHS compliant. - Page 24 2048 Mercer Road, Lexington, KY 40511-1071 USA 800-322-8346 • 859-233-4599 • Fax: 859-233-4510 support@audioauthority.com • www.audioauthority.com E-174 Rev 20180815...
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