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- Page 1 60Hz, 4:2:0 1:8 Splitter for HDMI GTB-HD4K2K-148C-BLK User Manual Release A2...
- Page 2 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.
- Page 3 Warranty Information 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 4 Contacting Gefen Technical Support Technical Support (818) 772-9100 (800) 545-6900 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacific Time (818) 772-9120 Email support@gefen.com http://www.gefen.com Mailing Address Gefen, LLC c/o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St. Chatsworth, CA 91311 Product Registration Register your product here: http://www.gefen.com/kvm/Registry/Registration.jsp...
- Page 5 Operating Notes • Gefen Syner-G Software Suite is a free downloadable application from Gefen that provides network configuration assistance and automatic download and installation firmware upgrades for this product. Always make sure that the 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI is running the latest firmware. •...
- Page 6 Features and Packing List Features • Simultaneously displays an Ultra Hi-Def source on up to eight Ultra HD displays • Specifically designed to support 10 layers of splitting/cascading in large video distribution and signage applications, supporting hundreds of displays • Supports resolutions up to 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 at 24 and 30 Hz), 4K Ultra HD (3860 x 2160 at 60 Hz, 4:2:0 color space),1080p Full HD, and 1920x1200 WUXGA •...
- Page 7 Packing List The 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI ships with the items listed below. If any of these items are not present in your box when you first open it, immediately contact your dealer or Gefen. • 1 x 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI •...
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Introduction......................2 Panel Layout ....................2 Installation ......................4 Connecting the 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI ........4 Sample Wiring Diagram ................4 Cascading Splitters ..................5 Basic Operation Setting the Switching Mode ................... 8 Fast Switching Technology ................ -
Page 11: Getting Started
60Hz, 4:2:0 1:8 Splitter for HDMI Getting Started... -
Page 12: Introduction
Introduction Page Title Panel Layout Out 1 Out 5 Out 1 Out 5 Out 2 Out 6 Out 2 Out 6 Out 3 Out 7 Out 3 Out 7 Out 4 Out 8 Out 4 Out 8 Fast Slow 4K Ultra HD Fast Slow 1:8 Splitter... - Page 13 Introduction Page Title Name Description Out 1 - Out 8 Connect an Ultra HD display to each of these ports using HDMI cables. Locking HDMI cables can be used on each port. FST (Fast / Slow) Use this slider switcher to switch between Fast and Slow FST (Fast Switching Technology) modes.
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Page 14: Installation
Connect the included AC power cord from the power supply to an available electrical outlet. Sample Wiring Diagram HDMI CABLE 4K Ultra HD Source 4K Ultra HD 4K Ultra HD Display or additional 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K Ultra HD Splitter GTB-HD4K2K-148C-BLK page | 4... -
Page 15: Cascading Splitters
Installation Cascading Splitters The 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI provides the capability to “cascade” (daisy-chain) up to 10 splitters. This feature not only provides you with the means to cascade multiple 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI units, but also to combine the 4K Ultra HD 1:4 Splitter for HDMI and/or the 4K Ultra HD 1:2 Splitter for HDMI in the setup. -
Page 17: Basic Operation
60Hz, 4:2:0 1:8 Splitter for HDMI Basic Operation page | 7... -
Page 18: Setting The Switching Mode
Setting the Switching Mode Out 2 Out 6 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. FST provides quicker audio/video source switching and greatly improves the overall audio/ Out 3 Out 7... -
Page 19: Using Slow Mode
Setting the Switching Mode Using Slow Mode Out 4 Out 8 When set to slow switching mode, the 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI will follow the standard authentication process, based on the HDMI and HDCP specifications. Slow mode is recommended when the source does not support multiple devices. -
Page 20: Setting The Audio Channel Mode
Setting the Audio Channel Mode Out 3 Out 7 The 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI features a switch that will switch between 2-channel and multichannel audio output. Information In order for the audio channel mode to be selected, the EDID switch must be set to the Int position. -
Page 21: Using Multichannel Audio
Out 4 Out 8 Setting the Audio Channel Mode Using Multichannel Audio Use this audio mode when the connected displays (and/or other sink devices) are capable of multichannel audio. Disconnect the power supply from the splitter. Set the EDID switch to the Int (up) position. Fast Slow Set the Audio switch to the Multi-ch (down) position. -
Page 22: Setting The Edid Mode
Setting the EDID Mode Out 3 Out 7 The 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI features EDID Management. Before the source can send video and/or audio to the display (sink), the source reads the EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) from the display (sink) devices connected to the splitter. The EDID contains information about what type of audio/video data that the source can send to each output device. -
Page 23: Using The External Edid
Setting the EDID Mode Out 2 Out 6 Table 2.1 - Internal EDID Specification Video Data Block Audio Data Block Color Profile 640 x 480p 59/60 4:3 LPCM 2-channel xvYCC 709 720 x 480p 59/60 4:3 LPCM 8-channel xvYCC 601 720 x 480p 59/60 16:9 Dolby®... -
Page 25: Appendix
60Hz, 4:2:0 1:8 Splitter for HDMI Appendix page | 15... -
Page 26: Surface Mount Instructions
Surface Mount Instructions The 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI should be mounted vertically in a wall or cabinet with wood/drywall screws as shown in the diagram above. There should be an inch or two of clearance between the edges of the unit and any walls or vertical surfaces to allow for enough clearance for insertion and retraction of cables at the HDMI connectors. -
Page 27: Firwmare Upgrade Procedure
Firwmare Upgrade Procedure The following items are required to update firmware: • GefenToolBox 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI • Computer (Mac or PC) • USB-to-Mini-USB cable • Firmware file Download the firmware from the Gefen Web site. Extract the firmware file from the .ZIP file. Power-Off the 4K Ultra HD 1:8 Splitter for HDMI. -
Page 28: Specifications
Specifications Supported Formats Resolutions (max.) • 4K DCI (4096 x 2160 at 24 Hz) • 4K Ultra HD 60 (3860 x 2160 at 60 Hz, 4:2:0 color space) • 1080p Full HD • 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) Connectors, Controls, and Indicators Video Input •... - Page 30 *Preferred 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefen.com support@gefen.com...
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