CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions Connecting And Operating The 8x1 Switcher For HDMI 1.3 RMT8-IR Remote Control Description IR Channel Confi guration RS-232 Serial Communication 10 Specifi cations 11 Warranty...
The Gefen 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1.3 The Gefen 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1.3 routes eight different HD sources at resolutions of up to 1080p full HD to a single HDTV display. This unit supports HDMI 1.3 which adds features such as enhanced color and audio capabilities...
OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 8X1 SWITCHER FOR HDMI 1.3 • This devices is HDMI 1.3 compliant. Please see page 3 for supported HDMI 1.3 features. • Supports HDTV resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and computer resolutions of 1900 x 1200.
225 MHz (up to 12 bit YUV 444 supported @ 1080p) • CEC Protocol Pass Through • Lip-Sync Pass Through Package Includes (1) Gefen Switcher for HDMI 1.3 (8) 6 Foot HDMI cables (M-M) (1) 5V DC Power Supply (1) Rack Ears (1) RMT-8IR Remote control (1) User Manual...
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Infrared (IR) Receiver Extension Port This port will accept an optionally purchased IR extension cable (Gefen part# EXT-RMT-EXTIR). This is useful for installations where the IR receiver, located on the front panel (Item 2 on this page), is not in line-of-sight with the IR remote control used to relay commands to the device at the sender’s location.
CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 8X1 SWITCHER FOR HDMI 1.3 How to Connect the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1.3 Connect up to eight HDMI source devices to the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1.3 using the supplied HDMI cables (8 are included). Connect one HDMI capable device (i.e.
RMT-8IR REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION The included RMT-8IR remote control is used to switch between inputs on the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1.3. Only one input can be selected at a time and this input is then output through the single HDMI output port on the rear panel. Switching Press the 1 button to switch to HDMI input 1.
IR CHANNEL CONFIGURATION Why would I need to change the remote channel? In some instances, the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1.3 may use IR codes that confl ict with other IR remote control devices. The unit may switch inputs when another brand IR remote control is used or the RMT-8IR may cause other brand IR controlled devices to behave unexpectedly.
RS-232 SERIAL COMMUNICATION What features are available via the RS-232 serial communications port? The 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1.3 can accept commands through the RS-232 serial communications port located on the rear panel. The current RS-232 control features are: • Switching/routing of inputs to outputs without the RMT-8IR remote control.
SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifi er Bandwidth ............... 225 MHz Input Video Signal ................1.2 Volts p-p Input DDC Signal ................. 5 Volts p-p (TTL) Single Link Range ........1080p/60 12-bit color depth, 1920x1200 HDMI Connector ..............Type A 19 Pin Female Remote Control Port ........
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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