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- Page 1 User Manual True 4K 4/8-Port Switcher with HDMI Connection GHSW8441/GHSW8481 PART NO. M1529 www.iogear.com...
- Page 2 All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. IOGEAR assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Package Contents System Requirement Introduction Features Overview GHSW8441 GHSW8481 Hardware Installation Rack mounting (GHSWS8481 only) Operation Cascading the GHSW8441 and GHSW8481 Safety Instructions Specifications Compliance Information Limited Warranty Contact... -
Page 4: Package Contents
1 x User Manual connected to it. 1 x IR Extender Cable (GHSW8481 only) Please visit IOGEAR website for any updates that may become available in the future System Requirement • Up to 4/8 HDMI Source Devices 1. -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction The IOGEAR 4/8-Port True 4K Switch with HDMI connection offers smooth, quick switching between four/eight HDMI video sources such as a computer, Blu-ray, media player and cable or satellite receivers and a single HDMI display. Send crystal clear, Cinema 4K video reaching true 4K resolutions to 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz with 4:4:4 chroma subsampling, High Dynamic Range (HDR) and uncompressed audio/video for any variety of uses including home theater, in lobbies and conference rooms and for digital signage. -
Page 6: Features
Features • Connect and switch between 4/8 HDMI sources on 1 HDMI display • Resolutions up to True 4K of 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz (4:4:4) • Distribute uncompressed audio and video formats • Flexible control via push-button, IR remote & RS-232 serial control •... -
Page 7: Overview
Overview GHSW8441... -
Page 8: Ghsw8481
GHSW8481... - Page 9 Port Up will cycle to port forward (Port 1 to Port 2) Port Down will cycle to port backward (Port 2 to Port 1) On/Off button No function on the GHSW8441. For the GHSW8481 this will enable/disable HDMI output Port Selection button This will select the port by port number...
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Page 10: Hardware Installation
Hardware Installation To install the switch, refer to the installation diagram as you perform the following steps: 1. Use an HDMI cable to connect the video display device to the HDMI output port on the rear of the GHSW8441/ GHSW8481. -
Page 12: Rack Mounting (Ghsws8481 Only)
Rack mounting (GHSWS8481 only) • Beforeworkingontherack,makesurethatthestabilizersaresecuredtotherack,extendedtothefloor, andthatthefullweightoftherackrestsonthefloor.Installfrontandsidestabilizersonasinglerackorfront stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack. • Alwaysloadtherackfromthebottomup,andloadtheheaviestitemintherackfirst. • Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack. • Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a device into or out of a rack; the slide railscanpinchyourfingers. -
Page 15: Operation
Operation You can operate the GHSW8441/GHSW8481 using the pushbuttons on the front panel, the IR remote control unit, or an RS-232 serial controller. Below is a table of operation offered between each mode. Operation Methods Action Panel Pushbuttons IR Remote Control Unit... - Page 16 Source Device Selection The front panel pushbuttons, the remote control, or the RS-232 serial interface of the GHSW8441/GHSW8481 offersaneasyandflexiblemethodtoselectsourcedevices. Manual Selection To manually select an HDMI source for the display, press the port pushbutton that corresponds to the input port of the source device that it is connected to.
- Page 17 Setting the switch mode Switch mode Description Off Mode No automatic switching. RS-232 function is also turned off in this mode. Next Mode (Default) Switch to the next port that has a device connected to it. Priority Mode Switch to user-assigned source as soon as the source is detected on that port. PoD Mode Power on detection mode allows the switch to automatically switch to the next source port that is powered on when the currently connected source is powered off.
- Page 18 Executing RS-232 Commands Connect your device to the RS-232 port of the GHSW8441/GHSW8481 Task Commands Description Switch the source Switchdisplaytoaspecificsource sw i<source_number For example to switch to port 1 type sw i01 or sw Turn on the output port sw on...
- Page 19 Task Commands Description Other Read display the GHSW8441/ read GHSW8481 settings Note: Separate each command string with a space...
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Page 20: Cascading The Ghsw8441 And Ghsw8481
Cascading the GHSW8441 and GHSW8481 The 4 and 8 port switch can be added to provide additional ports should the need arise by cascading. The switches can be cascaded up to 3 levels. Remember that you will lose 1 port for each switch. - Page 21 4K media player POWER PS3/PS4 4K cable box 3-Level Cascade Display Multi-source 1st Level POWER 2nd Level 10 ft. 4K media player POWER 10 ft. 3rd Level Input 10 ft. PS3/PS4 POWER 10 ft. 4K cable box Output 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz (4:4:4)
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Page 22: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions • Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. - Page 23 • This product is for indoor use only. • Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. • Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result.
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Page 24: Specifications
Specifications Function Specifications Video Input Interfaces GHSW8481: 8 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) or GHSW8441: 4 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Impedance 100Ώ Max. Distance 15 ft. (3m) Video Output Interfaces 1 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Impedance 100Ώ... - Page 25 GHSW8481: 4.72 lb. (2.14 Kg) HGSW8441: 1.04 lb. (0.47 kg) Dimensions (L x W x H) GHSW8481: 19.0 x 6.2 x 1.7 in (48.3 x 15.8 x 4.4 cm) GHSW8441: 7.87 x 3.23 x 0.98 in (20.00 x 8.21 x 2.50 cm)
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Page 26: Faq
To reset the unit, please do the following: 1. Connect a RS232 cable (male to female, DB9) between your computer and the GHSW8441/GHSW8481. If your computer does not have a Com port, you will need a USB to RS-232 converter. - Page 27 4. Which 4K resolutions do GHSW8441/GHSW8481 support? The GHSW8441/GHSW8481 supports 4K resolutions of UHD (3840x2160) and DCI (4096x2160) with refresh rates of 60 Hz (Subsampling 4:4:4). Default EDID mode: 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz...
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Page 28: Compliance Information
Compliance Information FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 29: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty This product carries a 3 Year Limited Warranty. For the terms and conditions of this warranty, please go to https://www.iogear.com/support/warranty Register online at https://www.iogear.com/register Important Product Information Product Model Serial Number... -
Page 30: Contact
Contact WE’RE HERE TO HELP YOU! NEED ASSISTANCE SETTING UP THIS PRODUCT? Make sure you: 1. Visit www.iogear.com for more product information 2. Visit www.iogear.com/support for live help and product support www.iogear.com https://iogear.custhelp.com support@iogear.com... - Page 32 © 2019 IOGEAR...