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- Page 1 Distribution Amplifi er Model # EXT-HDMI-248 U S E R M A N U A L 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. 2:8 HDMI Distribution Amplifi er is a trademark of Gefen Inc. © 2008 Gefen Inc., All Rights Reserved...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction / Operation Notes Features Panel Descriptions Connecting and Operating the 2:8 HDMI Distribution Amplifi er RMT-2 Installation IR Code Confi guration EDID Management Feature EDID Management Modes RS-232 Serial Communication 10 RS-232 Serial Communication Commands 11 Rack Ears Installation Diagram 12 Wiring Diagram 13 Specifi... -
Page 4: Introduction / Operation Notes
INTRODUCTION The Gefen 2:8 HDMI Distribution Amplifi er is the perfect solution for anyone who needs to send one or two sources of digital high defi nition video to multiple displays at the same time. It supports HDMI equipment, such as DVD players, satellite set top boxes, and HDMI displays. -
Page 5: Features
FEATURES Features • Switch easily between any two HDMI/DVI sources • Outputs are mirrored to eight HDMI/DVI* displays simultaneously • Supports resolutions up to 1080p, 2K and 1920 x 1200 • Extends the range of HDMI compliant devices by equalizing and re-clocking the HDMI signal •... -
Page 6: Panel Descriptions
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS... - Page 7 CONNECTING THE 2:8 HDMI DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER How to Connect the 2:8 HDMI Distribution Amplifi er Connect the supplied cable from the HDMI source into the HDMI input port 1 of the 2:8 HDMI Distribution Amplifi er. Connect a second HDMI source to HDMI input port 2 on the 2:8 HDMI Distribution Amplifi...
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Page 8: Rmt-2 Installation
These actions will cause the remote to reset and steps 1-4 will have to be repeated. Note: The RMT2-IR ships with two batteries. One battery is required for operation, the second battery is complimentary. The optional IR extender allows you to relocate your HDMI Switcher and still retain IR control. Gefen part# EXT-RMT-EXTIR... -
Page 9: Ir Code Confi Guration
IR CODE CONFIGURATION Why would I need to change the remote channel? In some instances, the 2:8 Distribution Amplifi er for HDMI 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-2IR may cause other brand IR controlled devices to behave unexpectedly. -
Page 10: Edid Management Feature
EDID MANAGEMENT FEATURE EDID. What is it and what is it used for? Under normal circumstances, an source device (digital and analog) will require information about a connected device/display to assess what resolutions and features are available. The source can then cater its output to send only resolutions and features that are compatible with the attached device/ display. -
Page 11: Edid Management Modes
EDID MANAGEMENT MODES EDID Modes The diagram below illustrates the 8 DIP switch bank. DIP SWITCH Function EDID Mode EDID Mode IR Channel IR Channel EDID Mode EDID Mode Use DIP switches 1, 2, 5, and 7 to select the desired EDID management mode. EDID Mode 0 (Switch 1=OFF Switch2=OFF Switch5=ON) •... -
Page 12: Rs-232 Serial Communication
RS-232 SERIAL COMMUNICATION What features are available via the RS-232 serial communications port? The 2:8 Distribution Amplifi er for HDMI can accept commands through the RS- 232 serial communications port located on the rear panel. The current RS-232 control features are: •... -
Page 13: Rs-232 Serial Communication Commands
RS-232 SERIAL COMMUNICATION COMMANDS Switching/Routing Binary Table ASCII RMT2-IR Binary Button 0011 0001 0011 0010 EDID Management Modes All DIP switches inside the unit must be in their default OFF position. Use the ASCII commands below to change the EDID modes. For a description of each mode please see page 8. -
Page 14: Rack Ears Installation Diagram
RACK EARS INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 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 15: Wiring Diagram
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Page 16: Specifi Cations
SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifi er Bandwidth ................165 MHz Input Video Signal ................... 1.2 Volts p-p Input DDC Signal ................5 Volts p-p (TTL) Single Link Range ................1080p / 1920 x 1200 Input Connector Type ............. HDMI Type A 19 Pin Female Output Connector Type ...........HDMI Type A 19 Pin Female Remote Control Port ............