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Gefen EXT-HDMI1.3-848CPN User Manual

8x8 crosspoint matrix for hdmi 1.3
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  • Page 1 ® x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x 8 8 8 8 8 Crosspoint Matrix ® for HDMI EXT-HDMI1.3-848CPN User Manual w.gefen.com...
  • Page 2 Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging, and any accompanying doc u men ta tion without prior written notice. 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 is a trademark of Gefen, LLC HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Defi...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Features Front Panel Layout Front Panel Descriptions Back Panel Layout Back Panel Descriptions Connecting the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix For HDMI 1.3 Wiring Diagram Controlling the Matrix using the Front Panel Buttons 10 IR Remote Description 11 IR Remote Installation 12 IR Remote Confi...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    How It Works Connect up to eight Hi Def sources to the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 using the supplied HDMI cables. Connect up to eight HDTV displays to the Matrix’s HDMI outputs. 3D content can be displayed when connecting a 3DTV and 3D source.

  • Page 5: Operation Notes

    OPERATING THE GEFEN 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI 1.3 • There is no internal scaling in the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3. All of the attached monitors must be able to display the resolutions output by the source devices. For maximum compatibility it is recommended that only one compatible / common resolution be used by all of the source devices.

  • Page 6: Features

    • Rack-mountable • HDCP-compliant Package Includes (1) Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 (8) 6 ft HDMI cables (M-M) (1) 6 ft DB9 Serial Cable (M-F) (1) IR Remote Control Unit (1) 24V DC Power Supply (1) Rack Ears...

  • Page 7: Front Panel Layout

    FRONT PANEL LAYOUT...

  • Page 8: Front Panel Descriptions

    Pressing this button changes between routing mode and status mode. Navigation Buttons These buttons are used to navigate between the inputs and outputs of the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3. For details on how these controls are used, see page 9.

  • Page 9: Back Panel Layout

    BACK PANEL LAYOUT...

  • Page 10: Back Panel Descriptions

    BACK PANEL DESCRIPTIONS HDMI Input Ports (1 – 8) Connect a Hi-Def source device to any of these input ports. IR Extender Port Used to extend the IR Sensor range of the unit. RS-232 Serial Port Connects to the RS-232 control device. The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 may be switched remotely using this port.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Gefen 8X8 Crosspoint Matrix For Hdmi

    CONNECTING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI 1.3 How To Connect The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix For HDMI 1.3 Using the supplied HDMI cables, connect a Hi Def source to HDMI Input 1 on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix. Connect a second Hi Def source to HDMI Input 2, and so on.

  • Page 12: Controlling The Matrix Using The Front Panel Buttons

    USING THE FRONT PANEL BUTTONS How to Switch between Inputs and Outputs The main display of the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 is a sixteen- character, two-line LCD. This display shows the current routing status The fi rst row represents outputs A through H on the back of the unit. The second row represents the inputs to which each output is routed.

  • Page 13: Ir Remote Description

    IR REMOTE DESCRIPTION RMT-848IR Remote LED Button Press Indicator This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button is pressed. Display and Source Selection Buttons These buttons are used to select which input source is routed to the HDTV display.

  • Page 14: Ir Remote Installation

    IR REMOTE INSTALLATION Installing the RMT-848IR Battery Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote. Insert the included battery into the open battery slot. The positive (+) side of the battery should be facing up. Replace the battery cover. The remote ships with two batteries.

  • Page 15: Ir Remote Confi Guration

    DIP switches on the IR remote are set to IR channel 0 (toward the “1” and “2”), the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 must be set to use IR channel See page 14 on how to change the IR channel on the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint...

  • Page 16: Using The Ir Remote

    The image shown on Display 4 will be the Hi-Def source connected to HDMI In 6 on the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3. The number six will be displayed under the letter D in the front panel display, indicating that Input 6 has been routed to...

  • Page 17: Setting The Ir Channel On The Matrix

    SETTING THE IR CHANNEL ON THE MATRIX Press the Input -, Input + and Output - buttons simultaneously. The Main LCD Display will show the following Use the Input + and Input - buttons to switch between OFF and ON states. Use the table below to set the correct IR channel.

  • Page 18: Rs-232 Serial Interface

    RS-232 SERIAL INTERFACE 5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 9 8 7 6 6 7 8 9 Only Pins 2 (RX), 3 (TX), and 5 (Ground) are used on the RS-232 serial interface This feature allows for easy integration into automated systems capable of transmitting RS-232 commands.

  • Page 19: Rs-232 Commands

    RS-232 COMMANDS Simplifi ed syntax was used for command implementation for faster operation with the device. RS-232 commands are not case-sensitive. Commands Command Description Routes the specifi ed Input to Output A Routes the specifi ed Input to Output B Routes the specifi...
  • Page 20 RS-232 COMMANDS A Command Routes the specifi ed Input to Output A. Syntax A[no space]param1 Parameters: param1 HDMI Input (Source) [1 - 8] Example: A5 routes Input 5 to Output A. Notes: Individual routing to other outputs (B - H) can be accomplished by using a similar syntax and substituting the A with the range B though H.
  • Page 21 RS-232 COMMANDS L Command Sets the specifi ed Input to use Slow Switching. Syntax L[no space]param1 Parameters: param1 HDMI Input (Source) [1 - 8] M Command Returns the current routing status of the matrix in addition to the fi rmware version.
  • Page 22 ST Command The ST command displays the current routing state and the current fi rmware version of fi rmware. Syntax Parameters: None X Command The X command turns off the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3. Syntax Parameters: None...
  • Page 23 RS-232 COMMANDS Y Command The Y command powers on the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3. Syntax Parameters: None Z0 Command Modifi es the EDID and forces 10-bit Deep Color. Syntax Parameters: None Z1 Command Modifi es the EDID and forces 12-bit Deep Color.

  • Page 24: Fast Switching (Fst)

    WITCHING ECHNOLOGY Fast Switching Technology Fast Switching Technology (FST) is a Gefen software implementation for HDMI 1.3 products. FST was created to improve the lengthy HDMI authentication process, based on the HDMI and HDCP specifi cations. FST provides quicker A/V source switching and greatly improves the overall A/V system behavior and performance when more than one HDTV display is used in the system setup.
  • Page 25 FAST SWITCHING Changing between Fast Switching and Slow Switching Modes Each HDMI input can be set to use either Fast Switching or Slow Switching. Fast Switching should be used for the best performance. Press the Menu button on the front panel. The switching mode for each input will be displayed under each output.
  • Page 26 FAST SWITCHING Once the switching mode has been set, press the Menu button to accept the changes. The front panel shows which inputs are set to Slow Switching and which inputs are set to Fast Switching. Press the Menu button again to return to the routing status screen.

  • Page 27: Edid Management

    EDID MANAGEMENT External EDID Management The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 features EDID Management. Before the source can send video or audio signals, the source device reads the EDID (Extended Display Identifi cation Data) from the output devices connected to the Splitter.

  • Page 28: Rack Mount Installation

    RACK MOUNT INSTALLATION Rack mount ears are provided for installing the Matrix in a 5U rack space. To mount the Matrix in the rack, do the following: 1. Locate the 4 side screws on each side of the Matrix. 2. Remove these screws (located closest to the front of the Matrix). 3.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifi er Bandwidth ............... 225 MHz Single Link Range..............1080p / 1920x1200 Input Video Signal..................1.2 V p-p Input DDC Signal................5 V p-p (TTL) RS-232 Interface..................DB-9 (M) Input Connectors............(8) HDMI Type-A, 19-pin (M) Output Connectors............(8) HDMI Type-A, 19-pin (M) Power Supply....................24V DC Power Consumption................85 W (max.) Dimensions..............19.0”...

  • Page 30: Specifi Cations

    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...
  • Page 31 Rev A5 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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