Summary of Contents for Gefen 4K Ultra HD HDBaseT EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS
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4K Ultra HD HDBaseT™ Multi-Format 4x1 Scaler w/ Auto-Switching & HDBaseT™ Output HDBaseT™ Receiver w/ Audio-De-Embedder and POH EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX Prog 1 Prog 2 RS-232 Pass-Thru Powe r Link HDCP User Manual Version A1...
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Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this product near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Warranty Information For the latest warranty coverage information, refer to the Warranty and Return Policy under the Connect section of the Gefen website at http://www.gefen.com/connect/warranty-and- return-policy...
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However, Gefen and Nortek Security & Control, LLC assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual. In no event will Gefen and Nortek Security & Control, LLC be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual.
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Licensing This product may use software that is subject to open source licenses, including one or more of the General Public License Version 2 and Version 2.1, Lesser General Public License Version 2.1 and Version 3, BSD, and BSD-style licenses. Distribution and use of this product is subject to the license terms and limitations of liability provided in those licenses.
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Features EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS* • Automatic switching of the 4 video inputs • Manual switching of video inputs via front panel button, handheld IR remote, electrical IR, or RS-232 • Split HDMI and HDBaseT™ Outputs feed local and remote displays simultaneously • Inputs: 1x HDMI 1x DisplayPort™...
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Power over HDBaseT™ (POH) provides power to a compatible Receiver unit (such as EXT- UHDA-HBTL-RX) over the link cable • IR In/Ext port works with Gefen EXT-RMT-EXTIRN IR Extender Module or electrical IR from a third-party controller • Compact, ultra-low-profile enclosure is surface-mountable and can be hidden away *Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Bi-Directional Power over HDBaseT™ (POH) provides power to the Receiver or a compatible Sender unit over the link cable - only one side will need external power • Uses Gefen’s implementation of HDBaseT™ technology with enhanced features • Locking power connector •...
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EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS* The following items are included in the EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS package. If any of these items are not present in the box when you first open it, please contact Gefen Technical Support as soon as possible. (1) 4K Ultra HD Multi-Format 4x1 Scaler w/ Auto-Switching and HDBaseT™ Output...
Controls, Connectors, and Indicators EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS 19 20 Name Description Power Indicator This LED indicator glows solid blue when the unit is powered. See LED Status (Page 23) for more information. Link Indicator This LED glows solid green when a link is established between the Sender and Receiver.
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EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX or another POH- compatible Receiver over the CAT-5 cable, but it cannot receive power from it. HDMI Out Use a Gefen HDMI cable to connect an HDMI display to this port. Audio Output This port provides analog Left and Right...
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DisplayPort™ In Connect a Gefen DisplayPort™ cable from your source to this input. DVI In Connect a Gefen DVI cable from your source to this input. Line In Use an audio cable with 3.5mm stereo plugs to connect your DVI or VGA or a separate audio source to the Line In port of the 4x1 Switcher.
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Name Description RS-232 This port can be configured to extend 2-way RS-232 communications between the unit and the Receiver over the HDBaseT™ cable. Using this feature, the remote display can be controlled from the source side by an RS-232 control device, or the source can be controlled from the remote location.
Controls, Connectors, and Indicators RMT-MF-41A Handheld IR Remote for EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS NOTE: When using this IR remote, please make sure that there is unobstructed, clear line of sight from the remote’s front to the EXT-RMT-EXTIRN IR Extender Module that is connected to the 4x1 Switcher.
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Controls, Connectors, and Indicators Name Description HDMI Press and release this button to select the HDMI input. Press and release this button to select the DVI input. Press and release this button to select the DisplayPort™ input. Press and release this button to select the VGA input.
Controls, Connectors, and Indicators EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX Prog 1 Prog 2 RS-232 Pass-Thru Link HDCP Powe r Audi o Ou t RS-23 2 Tx G Rx IR In/Ex t IR Out Line Coax Optical HDBaseT ™ In HDM I Ou t 12 V DC Name Description...
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Connect an EXT-IREMIT IR Emitter (sold separately) from this port to the IR sensor of the device to be controlled. HDMI Out Use a Gefen HDMI cable to connect an HDMI display to this port. Line Out This port provides analog Left and Right...
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Controls, Connectors, and Indicators Name Description Coaxial Digital Out This port provides up to 5.1 channels of Bitstream (Dolby Digital or DTS), or Left and Right channels of PCM digital audio de-embedded from the HDMI signal, for use with outboard amplification. Connect a coaxial digital audio cable with RCA connectors from this port to the coaxial digital input of your amplifier or processor.
Installation Physical Installation EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS: The4x1 Switcher’s low-profile enclosure can be surface-mounted using a pair of mount- ing brackets (included) that can be attached to each side of the enclosure using the provided screws. It can also be placed on a shelf. When surface-mounting the Sender, please secure it to the mounting surface using screws appropriate for that specific surface (not included with the product).
Notes 1. The wiring diagram above shows cables and accessories that may not be included with the products. Select accessories (as identified by Gefen part numbers) are available for purchase from your Gefen distributor. 2. Power supply connections are not shown in the diagrams above.
LED Status The Power, Link, HDMI, DP, DVI, VGA, and Auto, indicators on the 4x1 Switcher, and Power, Link, and HDCP indicators on the Receiver unit provide basic information on the current status of each unit. Power Description Solid blue •...
Picture Modes (Dynamic, Standard, Vivid, and User), Contrast, Brightess, Saturation, Sharpness, Auto-Sync, Color Temperature, Color Balance, Image Shift, Image Stretch, Polarity, Clock and Phase adjustments. All of the above scaler and picture adjustment parameters can be configured via RS-232 commands (Page 29) or Gefen Syner-G™ software.
29) or using the Gefen Syner-G™ software. When using Gefen Syner-G™, Internal, External, and Custom EDIDs can be downloaded from the EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS, modified via the advanced EDID Editor that is built into the Gefen Syner-G™ software, and uploaded back into the 4x1 Switcher.
The RS-232 port on the EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS can be configured to: - EITHER- (a) Accept commands for input switching, scaler functions, and EDID management of the EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS. This can be done via an automation control device or the Gefen Syner-G™ software. -OR- (b) When used with the EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX Receiver, provide bi-directional RS-232 extension between the units over the CAT-5 Link cable.
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RS-232 (b). Bi-directional RS-232 extension between 4x1 Switcher and HDBaseT Receiver: Using a DB-9 cable, connect the 4x1 Switcher’s RS-232 port to a computer with a Serial (RS-232) port. You will need to use a USB-to-RS-232 adapator if your PC does not have a Serial port.
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Serial (RS-232) port. You will need to use a USB-to-RS-232 adapator if your PC does not have a Serial port. Run the Gefen Syner-G program on the PC. If the Sender was configured to be in “RS-232 Extension” mode (see section (b) on previous page), first return it to its “Unit Control”...
IR Control Controlling the Display from the Source Location Using a DB-9 cable, connect the 4x1 Switcher’s RS-232 port to a computer with a Serial (RS-232) port. You will need to use a USB-to-RS-232 adapator if your PC does not have a Serial port.
IR Control Controlling the 4x1 Switcher Locally Using a DB-9 cable, connect the 4x1 Switcher’s RS-232 port to a computer with a Serial (RS-232) port. You will need to use a USB-to-RS-232 adapator if your PC does not have a Serial port.
Over time, the 4x1 Switcher may require a firmware update to add functionality or fix issues. To perform a firmware update, a Windows PC that is running the Gefen Syner-G™ software needs to be connected to to the RS-232 port of the 4x1 Switcher. Use direct RS- 232 connection if your PC has a serial port.
Specifications* EXT-4K300A-MF-41-HBTLS Supported Formats HDMI & DisplayPort™ Inputs • 4K Cinema - DCI (4096 x 2160 to 60Hz, 4:2:0) Maximum Video Resolution/Timing • 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 to 60Hz, 4:2:0) DVI & VGA Inputs • WUXGA (1920x1200 to 60 Hz 4:4:4) Maximum Video Resolution/Timing HDBaseT™...
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Specifications* Physical Operating Temperature • +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) Operating Humidity • 5% to 90% RH, non-condensing Storage Temperature • -4 to +185 °F (-20 to +85 °C) Storage Humidity (RH) • 0% to 95% RH, non-condensing MTBF •...
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Specifications* EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX Supported Formats Maximum Video Output Overall Capability: Resolution/Timing • 4K Cinema - DCI (4096 x 2160 to 60Hz, 4:2:0) • 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 to 60Hz, 4:2:0) When used with EXT-UHDV-HBTLS-TX: • 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 at 30Hz, 4:4:4) Audio (HDMI Pass-Thru) •...
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Specifications* Physical Dimensions Not including mounting brackets: (W x H x D, not including connectors) • 6” x 0.65” x 4” (152mm x 17 x 100mm) Including mounting brackets: • 7” x 0.65” x 4” (178mm x 17 x 100mm) Net Weight •...
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