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Gefen EXT-DVIKVM-441DL User Manual

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  • Page 1 ® 4x1 DVIKVM DL/SL Switcher EXT-DVIKVM-441DL User Manual www.gefen.com...
  • Page 2 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. 4x1 DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher is a trademark of Gefen Inc. © 2009 Gefen Inc., All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions Connecting and Operating The 4x1 DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher RMT-4IR Remote Control Description 4x1 DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher Remote Installation RMT-4IR Remote and 4x1 KVM Switcher Confi guration EDID Modes DL (Dual Link) Only Modes RS-232 Serial Control RS-232 Serial Control Commands EDID Management...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    The Gefen 4x1 DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher The rack-mountable Gefen 4x1 dual link/single link DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher offers an economical solution by eliminating the need to purchase many displays for each computer in a studio or lab situation.

  • Page 5: Operation Notes

    OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE GEFEN 4X1 DVI KVM DL/SL SWITCHER • The 4x1 DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher will take any of up to four (4) DVI dual- link or single-link resolution inputs and switch them, one at a time, to a DVI output device such as a display/monitor or projector.

  • Page 6: Features

    FEATURES Features • Switches easily between any four DVI-SL or DVI-DL sources with USB 2.0 and audio. • Switches USB 2.0, keyboard & mouse, and analog audio • Maintains highest resolution dual link and single link DVI • Supports either PC or Mac USB keyboard/mouse •...

  • Page 7: Panel Layout

    PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel Back Panel...

  • Page 8: Panel Descriptions

    PANEL DESCRIPTIONS External IR Port For connection of external IR extension device such as the Gefen IR Extender (part # EXT-RMT-EXTIR). IR Receiver Receives IR signal from the handheld Infrared remote control unit included with the 4x1 DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher.

  • Page 9: Connecting And Operating The 4X1 Dvi Kvm Dl/Sl Switcher

    CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 4X1 DVI KVM DL/SL SWITCHER How to Connect the 4x1 DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher Connect your computers’ DVI, USB, and Audio sources to the 4x1 DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher inputs using user-supplied cables. Connect your USB and audio devices to the USB and audio outputs using user-supplied cables.

  • Page 10: Rmt-4Ir Remote Control Description

    RMT-4IR REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION LED Indicator Input Selection Buttons The RMT-4IR remote control will allow the user to choose which of the 4 DVI sources or computers will be selected. Please use the information below when selecting the desired source: RMT-4IR Button DVI Source...

  • Page 11: 4X1 Dvi Kvm Dl/Sl Switcher Remote Installation

    4X1 DVI KVM DL/SL SWITCHER REMOTE INSTALLATION To use the RMT-4IR remote, remove the battery cover on the back of the remote to reveal the battery compartment. Insert the included battery into the open battery slot. The positive (+) side should be facing up. Ensure that both DIP (Dual Inline Package) switches are in the OFF position.

  • Page 12: Rmt-4Ir Remote And 4X1 Kvm Switcher Confi Guration

    RMT-4IR REMOTE AND 4X1 KVM SWITCHER CONFIGURATION How to Resolve IR Code Confl icts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls confl ict with the supplied RMT-4IR remote control, changing the remote channel will alleviate this issue. The RMT-4IR remote control and the 4x1 DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher both have banks of DIP (Dual Inline Package) Switches for confi...

  • Page 13: Edid Modes

    EDID MODES What is EDID and what is it used for? Under normal circumstances, an audio/video source device (digital or analog) will require information about a connected device/display to assess what resolutions and features (capabilities) are possible. The source device can then tailor its output to create resolutions and/or features that are compatible with the attached device/display.
  • Page 14 EDID MODES EDID Modes The diagram below illustrates the 4-position DIP switch bank (containing 4 small white toggle switches as shown). The functions of the switches are as follows: DIP SWITCH Function IR Channel IR Channel EDID Mode 1 2 3 4 EDID Lock Mode Use DIP switch 3 to set the desired EDID mode.

  • Page 15: Dl (Dual Link) Only Modes

    DL (DUAL LINK) ONLY MODES DL (Dual Link) Only Modes The 8-position DIP switch bank located on the underside of the 4x1 DVI KVM DL/ SL Switcher can be used to set each individual input to work in a Dual Link Only mode.

  • Page 16: Rs-232 Serial Control

    RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL What features are available via the RS-232 serial communications port? The 4x1 DVI KVM DL/SL Switcher can accept commands through the RS-232 serial communications port located on the rear panel. The current RS-232 control features are the ability to switch/route inputs to outputs without the RMT-4IR remote control.

  • Page 17: Rs-232 Serial Control Commands

    RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS RS-232 Features RS-232 remote functions are used to control of this product’s features. Features include input to output routing, EDID storage, EDID management, etc. Functions Syntax The syntax for each function is always the same: #Character as the start fl ag → Function name → Space ( _ ) as function name end fl...
  • Page 18 RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS #EDIDDSTOLO Function The #EDIDDSTOLO function reads the downstream EDID and stores into all lo- cal inputs. Syntax: #EDIDDSTOLO Parameters: None #EDIDDSTOBA Function The #EDIDDSTOBA function reads the downstream EDID and stores it to a specifi ed EDID bank. Syntax: #EDIDDSTOBA param1 Parameters:...
  • Page 19 RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS #DDCTODS Function The #DDCTODS function routes the input DDC to the downstream EDID (pass- through mode). Syntax: #DDCTODS Parameters: None #DDCTOLO Function The #DDCTOLO function routes the input DDC to the local EDID. Syntax: #DDCTOLO Parameters: None #DEF Function The #DEF function set the Switcher to the factory default settings.
  • Page 20 RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS #LOEDIDTOBA Function The #LOEDIDTOBA function loads the specifi ed EDID fi le and stores it in a specifi ed EDID bank. Syntax: #LOEDIDTOBA param1 param2 param3 Parameters: Echo mode [0 - 1] param1 Value Meaning Semi echo mode Full echo mode EDID size [1 - 2]...
  • Page 21 RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS #LOEDIDTOLO Function The #LOEDIDTOLO function loads the specifi ed EDID fi le to a specifi ed local input. Syntax: #LOEDIDTOLO param1 param2 Parameters: Echo mode [0 - 1] param1 Value Meaning Semi echo mode Full echo mode EDID size [1 - 2] param2...
  • Page 22 RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS #PRDSEDID Function The #PRDSEDID function reads the downstream EDID and sends it to the serial port. Syntax: #PRDSEDID param1 Parameters: File type [0 - 1] param1 Value Meaning .BIN fi le .TXT fi le #PRLOEDID Function The #PRLOEDID function reads the local EDID and spools it to the serial port.
  • Page 23 RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS Commands Simplifi ed syntax was used for command implementation for faster operation with the device: # character – isn’t needed, the command name is reduced to 1 letter. The commands are not case-sensitive. Command Description Displays the function menu Switch to Input 1 Switch to Input 2 Switch to Input 3...
  • Page 24 RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS 2. USING SHORT-CUT CHARACTERS TO CHANGE SETTINGS 2.1 HYPERTERMINAL SETTINGS in Microsoft Windows First, please set up the correct communication confi guration by running these commands (as shown on the screen shot immediately below): File->Properties->Setting->ASCII Setup Also, please be sure to unmark the check box that says “Send line ends with line feeds.”...

  • Page 25: Rack Mount Installation

    RACK MOUNT INSTALLATION Rack mount ears are provided for installation of this unit into a 1U rack mount space. Locate the side screws on the unit. Remove the front 2 screws that are located closest to the front of the unit. Using the removed screws, screw the rack mounting bracket into the unit.

  • Page 26: Specifi Cations

    SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifi er Bandwidth:..............2 x 165 MHz Input Video Signal:................1.2 Volts p-p Input DDC Signal:................5 Volts p-p (TTL) Single Link Max. Resolution:..............1920 x 1200 Dual Link Max. Resolution:..............3840 x 2400 DVI Connector:............ DVI-I 29-pin female (digital only) Power Supply:....................5V DC Power Consumption........12.5 Watts (min.) / 22.5 Watts (max.) Dimensions:..............17.1”...

  • Page 27: Warranty

    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 notifi ed 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 modifi...
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  • Page 31 Rev A6 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefen.com support@gefen.com This product uses UL listed power supplies.

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