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Gefen GEF-DVI-848DL-PB User Manual

8x8 dvi dual link matrix w/ push button controls
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  • Page 1 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix w/ Push Button Controls GEF-DVI-848DL-PB User Manual www.gefenpro.com...
  • Page 3 Chatsworth, CA 91311 www.gefenpro.com support@gefenpro.com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice. 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls is a trademark of Gefen LLC ©...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Web Interface View Matrix Status Manage EDID Masking IP Configuration Backup / Restore Power Management Installing the Gefen Firmware Update Tool Windows Installation Mac OS Installation Automated Update Procedure Manual Update Procedure Network Cable Wiring Diagram Rack Mount Safety Information...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Complex distribution units allow for professional DVI, 3G-SDI, and HDMI signals to be routed and converted easily and seamlessly, while being backed up by a renowned and dependable technical support team. Gefen invites you to explore the GefenPRO product line and hopes that you find the solution that fits your needs.

  • Page 6: Operation Notes

    Advanced EDID features are accessible through the RS-232 serial command set or using IP Control. • The Gefen Firmware Upgrade Tool is a free downloadable application from Gefen that provides automatic download and installation of firmware upgrades for this product.

  • Page 7: Features

    FEATURES Features • Supports 1080p Full HD at 120Hz, 1920 x 1200, and dual-link resolutions up to 3840 x 2400 • Advanced EDID management permits upload of custom internal or external EDID settings • Serial RS-232 interface for remote control via a computer •...

  • Page 8: Front Panel Layout

    PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel...
  • Page 9 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Front Panel Cancel This button is used to cancel a routing change in progress. EDID This button is used to manage EDID functions. See pages 18 - 21 for details. This button is used to store and recall EDID and routing functions. See pages 15 - 25 for details.

  • Page 10: Back Panel Layout

    PANEL LAYOUT Back Panel...

  • Page 11: Back Panel Descriptions

    Connect to this port to control the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls using IP Control. See page 29 for details. IR Extender Port Connect an IR extender cable to this port (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIR). DVI Output Ports 1-8 Connect DVI monitors to these ports.

  • Page 12: Connecting And Operating The 8X8 Dvi Dual Link Matrix With Push Button Controls

    Wiring Diagram for the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls DVI DUAL LINK CABLE RS-232 CABLE ETHERNET CABLE Dual-Link DVI Sources Matrix Computer (IP Control) RS-232 Controller GEF-DVI-848DL-PB Dual-Link DVI Displays ATTENTION: This product should always be connected to a grounded electrical socket.

  • Page 13: Front Panel Display

    FRONT PANEL DISPLAY Main Display The Main Display of the GefenPRO 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls is a 16-character two-line display. This display will show the standby screen and will also be used to aid in performing routing commands. When the unit is powered on, the following screen is displayed: After a few moments, the Standby Screen is displayed.
  • Page 14 IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Layout and Description (RMT-848IRN) 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 source is routed to a display See page 13 for information on using the IR Remote Control unit.
  • Page 15 IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Installing the Battery Remove the battery cover on the back of the IR Remote Control unit. Insert the included battery into the open battery slot. The positive (+) side of the battery should be facing up. Replace the battery cover.
  • Page 16 IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT How to Resolve IR Code Conflicts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls interfere with the supplied IR Remote Control unit, changing the IR channel on the IR Remote Control unit will fix the problem. The IR Remote Control unit has a bank of DIP switches used for setting the IR channel.

  • Page 17: Using The Ir Remote Control Unit

    IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT IR Remote Control Key Mapping Each input and output on the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls is represented by a button on the IR Remote Control unit. The table below lists the corresponding inputs and outputs.

  • Page 18: Operating The 8X8 Dvi Dual Link Matrix With Push Button Controls

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Determining the current Routing State Press any input button from the bottom row of buttons. The selected button will be illuminated. If the input has been routed to an output, then the output buttons on the top row will be illuminated.

  • Page 19: Routing Sources

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Routing Sources Press the Set button to activate Routing Mode. Press the Set button Press the desired output button(s) from the top row of buttons (1 - 8). Select the output(s) Press the desired input button from the bottom row of buttons.

  • Page 20: System Lock Mode

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS System Lock Mode Locking the Matrix prevents changes to any of the Matrix settings. This feature is useful in case any of the front panel buttons are pressed by accident. Locking the Matrix also prevents changes using the IR Remote Control Unit.

  • Page 21: Cycling Between Information Screens

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Cycling between Information Screens Press the Cancel button, while in Status Check Mode, to cycle through the Information Screens. Press the Cancel button Cancel Cancel Cancel...

  • Page 22: Saving The Downstream Edid To Local Memory

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Saving the Downstream EDID to Local Memory Press EDID button once to activate DSTOLO (Downstream To Local) Mode. Press EDID button once The front panel display will indicate that the matrix is in DSTOLO mode. EDID DSTOLO Mode Press the Output button to select the EDID data source.
  • Page 23 OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Press the Input button to select EDID data destination. Select the Input Press the Set button to complete the operation. After a few moments, the matrix will return to Standby Mode. Press the Set button...

  • Page 24: Saving The Default Edid To Local Memory

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Saving the default EDID to Local Memory Press the EDID button twice to activate DETOLO (Default EDID To Local) Mode. Press EDID button twice The front panel display will indicate that the matrix is in DETOLO mode. EDID DETOLO Mode Press the Input button to select EDID data destination.
  • Page 25 OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Press the Set button to complete the operation. After a few moments, the matrix will return to Standby Mode. Press the Set button...

  • Page 26: Saving The Current Routing State

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Saving the current Routing State Set the routing state (see page 15), then press the PreSet button twice to activate Preset Mode. Press PreSet button twice The front panel display will indicate that the matrix is ready to save the current routing preset.
  • Page 27 OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Press the Set button to complete the operation. After a few moments, the matrix will return to Standby Mode. Press the Set button...

  • Page 28: Recalling A Routing State

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Recalling a Routing State Press the PreSet button once to activate Recall Preset Mode. Press PreSet button twice The front panel display will indicate that the matrix is ready to recall a routing preset.
  • Page 29 OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Press the Set button to complete the operation. After a few moments, the matrix will return to Standby Mode. Press the Set button...

  • Page 30: Masking Outputs

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Masking Outputs Masking prevents the output device (display, etc) from receiving an output signal, instead of powering-down the output device. The masking process is identical for masking or unmasking outputs. Press the Mask button to activate Mask Mode.
  • Page 31 OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS Press the Set button to complete the operation. After a few moments, the matrix will return to Standby Mode. Press the Set button...

  • Page 32: Rs-232 Serial Control

    RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL 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 RS232 Settings Bits per second ....................19200 Data bits ........................

  • Page 33: Ip Configuration

    IP CONFIGURATION Configuring the IP Address This matrix supports IP-based control using Telnet or the built-in Web-based GUI. To set up IP control, the network settings for the matrix must be configured via RS-232. The default network settings for the matrix are as follows: IP Address: 192.168.1.72 255.255.255.0...

  • Page 34: Rs-232 / Telnet Commands

    RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS EDID Management Command Description #dynamic_edid Enables / disables dynamic EDID #edidbatolo Read downstream EDID and stores in any Local Input Sets Local EDID to Default EDID #ediddetolo #ediddstoba Read downstream EDID and stores in EDID Bank #ediddstolo Read downstream EDID and stores into a Local EDID #lock_edid...
  • Page 35 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #edidbatolo Command The #edidbatolo command reads the downstream EDID and stores it to any local input. Up to eight inputs can be specified, beginning with param2. Syntax: #edidbatolo param1 param2 [param3...param9] Parameters: param1 EDID bank [1 - 3] param2 Input [1 - 8]...
  • Page 36 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #ediddetolo Function The #ediddetolo function stores the Default EDID (640x480) in the specified Local EDID inputs. Up to eight inputs can be specified. Syntax: #ediddetolo param1 [param2...param8] Parameters: param1 Input [1 - 8] Notes: If param1 = 0, then all 8 DVI inputs will be set to the Default EDID. If additional inputs are specified, then they are ignored.
  • Page 37 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #ediddstoba Function The #ediddstoba function reads the downstream EDID and stores it to a specified EDID bank. Syntax: #ediddstoba param1 param2 Parameters: param1 A downstream monitor [1 - 8] param2 EDID bank [1 - 3] Example: #ediddstoba 4 2 Finished reading EDID from output 4 Finished loading EDID to bank 2...
  • Page 38 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #ediddstolo Function The #ediddstolo function reads the downstream EDID and stores it to a Local EDID input. Up to eight inputs can be specified, beginning with param2. Syntax: #ediddstolo param1 param2 [param3...param9] Parameters: param1 A downstream monitor [1 - 8] param2 Input list...
  • Page 39 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #lock_edid Function The #lock_edid function secures the Local EDID and disables the automatic loading of the downstream EDID after the Matrix is powered on. Syntax: #lock_edid param1 Parameters: param1 Input [0 - 1] Value Meaning Disable Enable Example: #lock_edid 0...
  • Page 40 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #prbaedid Function The #prbaedid function reads the EDID file from the specified bank and sends to serial port. Syntax: #prbaedid param1 Parameters: param1 EDID bank [1 - 3] Example: #prbaedid 2 Finished reading EDID from bank 2 0x00 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0x00 0x4C 0x2D 0xAC 0x06 0x01 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x34 0x13 0x01 0x03 0x80 0x66 0x39 0x78...
  • Page 41 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #prdsedid Function The #prdsedid function reads the downstream EDID and sends it to the serial port. Syntax: #prdsedid param1 Parameters: param1 A downstream monitor [1 - 8] Example: #prdsedid 2 Finished reading EDID from output 2 0x00 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0x00 0x4C 0x2D 0xAC 0x06 0x01 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x34 0x13 0x01 0x03 0x80 0x66 0x39 0x78...
  • Page 42 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #predidst Function The #predidst function reads the downstream EDID. This function displays a table containing details relating to the Local EDID and the monitor name. Syntax: #prdsedid Parameters: None Example: #predidst Input Source | Name -------|-----------|------ Default | GEFEN_XPT_DL Output_1 | Default | GEFEN_XPT_DL...
  • Page 43 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #prloedid Function The #prloedid function reads the local EDID of a specified input and spools it to the serial port. Syntax: #prloedid param1 Parameters: param1 A specified Input [1 - 8] Example: #prloedid 1 Finished reading EDID from Local EDID input 1 0x00 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0xFF 0x00 0x1C 0xA6 0x00 0x01 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x01 0x01 0x14 0x01 0x03 0x80 0x50 0x2D 0x78...
  • Page 44 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS IP / Telnet Configuration Command Description #display_telnet_welcome Set Telnet welcome message on login #ipconfig Displays all TCP/IP settings Resets IP configuration to factory settings #resetip #set_http_port Sets the Web server listening port #set_telnet_pass Prompts for password when using Telnet #set_telnet_port Sets the Telnet listening port #set_telnet_username...
  • Page 45 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #ipconfig Command The #ipconfig command displays the current TCP/IP settings for the matrix. Syntax: #ipconfig Parameters: None Example: #ipconfig -------------- TCP/IP settings ------------- MAC add = 00:1C:91:01:50:07 IP add = 192.168.1.72 Net Mask = 255.255.255.0 Gateway = 192.168.2.1 Web Server Port = 80 Telnet Server Port = 23...
  • Page 46 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #resetip Command The #resetip command resets all TCP/IP settings to factory defaults. Syntax: #resetip Parameters: None Notes: The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. Example: #resetip Reset ip configuration to factory default #set_http_port Command The #set_http_port command sets the Web server listening port.
  • Page 47 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #set_telnet_pass Command The #set_telnet_pass command sets the Telnet password. The maximum length of the password is 20 characters. The password is case-sensitive. Syntax: #set_telnet_pass param1 Parameters: param1 Password Notes: The default password is Admin. The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. Example: #set_telnet_pass reindeer Telnet password updated to: reindeer...
  • Page 48 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #set_telnet_username Command The #set_telnet_username command sets the Telnet user name. The maximum length of the user name is 20 characters. The user name is case-sensitive. Syntax: #set_telnet_username param1 Parameters: param1 User name Notes: The default username is Admin. The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command.
  • Page 49 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #show_telnet_pass Command The #show_telnet_pass command shows the Telnet password for login (if required). Syntax: #show_telnet_pass Example: #show_telnet_pass Telnet password: reindeer #show_telnet_username Command The #show_telnet_username command returns the user name required for login. Syntax: #show_telnet_username Parameters: None Example: #show_telnet_username Telnet login: andrew...
  • Page 50 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #show_ver_data Command The #show_ver_data command displays the hardware and firmware version of the matrix. Syntax: #show_ver_data Parameters: None Example: #show_ver_data Hardware version 1 Firmware Release version 2.1.11 Release date: Sep 10 2013 Release time: 14:46:32 Boot loader version 1.6 #sipadd Command The #sipadd command sets the IP address of the matrix.
  • Page 51 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #snetmask Command The #snetmask command sets the IP network mask. Dot-decimal notation must be used when specifying the IP network mask. Syntax: #snetmask param1 Parameters: param1 Network mask Notes: The default net mask is set to 255.255.255.0 The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command.

  • Page 52: Routing

    RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS Routing Command Description #callpreset Recalls a routing / mask preset #prpreset Prints the routing preset table Saves the current routing/masking state to #savepreset a preset Routes the specified inputs to the specified outputs Routes the specified input to all outputs #callpreset Command The #callpreset command recalls a routing preset.
  • Page 53 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #prpreset Command The #prpreset command displays the routing preset table. Syntax: #prpreset Parameters: None Example: #prpreset PreSet|Out1| 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 ------|----|---|---|---|---|---|---|---- |M 0 |M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0 |A 1 |A 1|A 3|A 4|A 5|A 1|A 7|A 8 |M 0 |M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0 |M 0 |M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0...
  • Page 54 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #savepreset Command The #savepreset command saves the current routing state to the specified preset. Any masked outputs will also be saved as part of the current routing state. Syntax: #savepreset param1 Parameters: param1 Preset [1 - 8] Example: #savepreset 5 Saved current as set 5...
  • Page 55 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS r Command The r command routes the specified input to the specified outputs. Up to eight outputs can be specified, beginning with param2. Syntax: r param1 param2 [param3...param9] Parameters: param1 Input [1 - 8] param2 Outputs [1 - 8] Notes: If param2 = 0, then the specified input is routed to all outputs.
  • Page 56 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS s Command The s command routes the specified input to all outputs. Syntax: s param1 Parameters: param1 Input [1 - 8] Example: All outputs are routed to input 1...

  • Page 57: Masking

    RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS Masking Command Description #maskout Masks the selected (video) output(s) #unmaskout Unmasks the selected output(s) #maskout Command The #maskout command allows blanking of the specified outputs. Syntax: #maskout param1 param2 Parameters: param1 Output [1 - 8] param2 State [0 - 1] Value...
  • Page 58 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #unmaskout Command The #unmaskout command unmasks the specified outputs. If param1 = 0, then all outputs will be unmasked. Syntax: #unmaskout param1...param8 Parameters: param1 Output [1 - 8] Examples: #unmaskout 3 5 7 Activate outputs: 3 5 7 #unmaskout 0 Activate all outputs...

  • Page 59: Miscellaneous

    RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS Miscellaneous Command Description #fadefault Resets the matrix to factory default routing #help Displays all available commands Toggles the +5V lock power state #lock_fo #set_input_name Specifies a name for an input #set_ir Sets the IR channel of the matrix #set_output_name Specifies a name for an output #show_temp...
  • Page 60 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #fadefault Command The #fadefault command disables the EDID lock state, sets the default routing state (1-1, 2-2, 3-3, etc.) and resets the input and output names to the default names (e.g. Output 1, Input 1). Syntax: #fadefault Parameters: None...
  • Page 61 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #help Command The #help command displays help on the specified command. If param1 is not specified, then the full list of commands is displayed. Syntax: #help [param1] Parameters: param1 Command name Example: #help #callpreset Cmd #callpreset: Recall a routing and mask state preset Syntax: #callpreset param1 Param1 = 1-8 (preset) e.g: #callpreset 2...
  • Page 62 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #set_input_name Command The #set_input_name command provides a name to the selected input. For example, “Input 1” could be renamed as “Computer 1”. The maximum string length for param2 is 15 characters. Special characters and spaces are not permitted.
  • Page 63 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #set_output_name Command The #set_output_name command provides a name to the selected output. For example, “Output 1” could be renamed as “HDDisplay”. The maximum string length for param2 is 15 characters. Special characters and spaces are not permitted.
  • Page 64 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #show_voltage The #show_voltage command provides voltage information for the matrix. Syntax: #show_voltage Parameters: None Example: #show_voltage Voltage 3.3 , measured 3344 mV Voltage 5 , measured 5036 mV Voltage 12 , measured 11905 mV Voltage 1.2 , measured 1200 mV Voltage 1.8 , measured 1800 mV Voltage 3.3 , measured 3265 mV...
  • Page 65 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS f Command Enables / disables 5V on pin 14 of the specified DVI input. This command is used when connecting the Receiver module of fiber optic extenders, which require 5V. WARNING: Before connect a computer to the DVI input, make sure to disable the 5V on the DVI input.
  • Page 66 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS l Command The l (lower-case “L”) command displays the link status of each input. If the input is receiving a dual-link signal, then the Link status will be set to “Dual”. If a single-link source is used, then the Link status will be set to “Single”. Syntax: Parameters: None...
  • Page 67 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS m Command The m command displays the current matrix status and routing information. Syntax: Parameters: None Example: Output Input | Status ---------------|----------------|-------|-------- Output_1| Input_1| LOW | ACTIVE Output_2| Input_2| HIGH | ACTIVE Output_3| Input_3| LOW | ACTIVE Output_4| Input_4| LOW | ACTIVE...

  • Page 68: Web Interface

    WEB INTERFACE View Matrix Status Matrix Status Displays the current routing status of each input and output on the matrix. Refresh Auto Refresh Click to refresh the Matrix Check this box to enable Auto Status screen Refresh. The Auto Refresh function automatically refreshes the interface every 10 seconds.
  • Page 69 WEB INTERFACE Dynamic EDID Mode This feature provides the ability to route any downstream EDID to any input. When enabled, the EDID is copied to all inputs from the last selected active output. When disabled, the EDID is copied to all inputs from the first active display detected, starting from Output 1.
  • Page 70 WEB INTERFACE Save Preset Click the drop-down list to select the preset location (1-8). Click the Save Preset button to Presets save the preset. Provides saving and recalling of routing Drop-down list states. Recall Preset Click the down-arrow on the pull-down list to select the routing state (1-8) to recall.
  • Page 71 WEB INTERFACE Rename I/O Provides custom naming Pull-down list of each input and output on the matrix. Save Input Name Select the DVI input to rename from the pull-down list. Type the name of the input in the Input Name field. Click the Save Input Name button to save changes.

  • Page 72: Manage Edid

    WEB INTERFACE Manage EDID Set Input to Default EDID EDID Status Displays the current EDID status for each input on the matrix and indicates the current Lock State. Auto Refresh Refresh Check this box to enable Click to refresh Auto Refresh. Auto Refresh the Matrix Status will automatically update the screen...
  • Page 73 WEB INTERFACE Set Input to Default EDID Press this button from the Manage EDID screen to access this menu system. Set Default EDID Place a check mark next to the input(s) that should be set to the default EDID. Click the Set Default EDID button to apply the default EDID to the selected inputs.
  • Page 74 WEB INTERFACE Upload EDID Upload EDID Press this button from the Manage EDID screen to access this menu system. Load EDID file Place a check mark next to the input(s) that will receive the EDID data from the file. The EDID file must be in .bin format. Click the Browse button to locate the EDID on the computer.
  • Page 75 WEB INTERFACE Download EDID Download EDID Press this button from the Manage EDID screen to access this menu system. Download EDID File to PC Select the radio button next to the output, containing the EDID to be downloaded. Click the Download EDID File to PC button to confirm the change.
  • Page 76 WEB INTERFACE Copy EDID Copy EDID Press this button from the Manage EDID screen to access this menu system. Select Source to Copy from / Select Input(s) to Copy to Click the radio button next to the input or output containing the EDID to copy.
  • Page 77 WEB INTERFACE EDID Lock State EDID Lock State Press this button from the Manage EDID screen to access this menu system. Update EDID Lock State Secures the Local EDID and disables the automatic loading of the downstream EDID after the Matrix is powered on. Select the radio button next to the Off or On option then click the Update EDID Lock State button to apply the change.

  • Page 78: Masking

    WEB INTERFACE Masking Matrix Mask Status / Change Displays the current masking status for each output. Mask Click the Mask button to mask the selected output. If the output is already masked then the button will read “Active” (enabled). Click the (“Active”) button again to toggle the masking state to “Mask”...

  • Page 79: Ip Configuration

    WEB INTERFACE IP Configuration IP Settings Assigns IP address, subnet, gateway, HTTP listening port, and Telnet port. Note that the MAC address can not be changed. Click the Save button to apply changes. The matrix must be rebooted for the changes to take effect. Telnet Login Settings Sets the user name and password for Telnet sessions to the matrix.

  • Page 80: Backup / Restore

    WEB INTERFACE Backup / Restore The Backup / Restore feature for the 8x8 DVIKVM Dual Link Matrix is not currently implemented and will be available in a future release of the firmware.

  • Page 81: Power Management

    WEB INTERFACE Power Management Power Status Enabling this feature will store the +5V status for that input prior to shutting down the matrix. This preserves the +5V state when the unit is restarted. Power State The current power state is listed under the column Refresh...
  • Page 82 WEB INTERFACE Power Lock State In the case of an accidental power loss to the matrix, the +5V state for each input can be preserved. Set the specified Power Status buttons (see previous page) and click the radio button next to ON. Click the Update Power Lock State button to apply changes.

  • Page 83: Installing The Gefen Firmware Update Tool

    INSTALLING THE GEFEN FIRMWARE UPDATE TOOL Windows Installation Download the GefFirmwareUpdateTool.zip file from the Gefen Web site. Double-click the .zip file to extract the files to the Desktop. There will be three files within the folder: GefFirmwareUpdateTool.exe (Windows installer) GefFirmwareUpdateTool.dmg (Mac installer) Gefen-Firmware-Update-Tool.pdf...
  • Page 84 INSTALLING THE GEFEN FIRMWARE UPDATE TOOL The Welcome dialog box will be displayed. Click the Next button. The Software License Agreement dialog will be displayed. Click the radio button next to I accept the agreement, then click the Next button.
  • Page 85 INSTALLING THE GEFEN FIRMWARE UPDATE TOOL The Select Additional Tasks dialog will be displayed. By default, the Create a deskop icon check box is selected. If a desktop icon is not desired, check this box to deselect this task. Otherwise, click the Next button to continue.
  • Page 86 Finish dialog will be displayed. The Launch Gefen Firmware Update Tool check box will be checked. To launch the Gefen Firmware Update Tool application, click the Finish button. To launch the application at a later time, click the Launch Gefen Firmware Update...

  • Page 87: Mac Os Installation

    INSTALLING THE GEFEN FIRMWARE UPDATE TOOL Mac OS Installation Download the GefFirmwareUpdateTool.zip file from the Gefen Web site. Double-click the .zip file to extract the files to the Desktop. There will be three files within the folder: GefFirmwareUpdateTool.exe (Windows installer) GefFirmwareUpdateTool.dmg...
  • Page 88 Mac. Double-click on the Gefen Firmware Update Tool icon to launch the application. Refer to the next section for information on operating the Gefen Firmware Update Tool. NOTE: The Mac version of the Gefen Firmware Update Tool is identical in functionality to the Windows version.

  • Page 89: Automated Update Procedure

    RS-232 cable is connected between the unit and the computer that is running the Gefen Firmware Update Tool. Launch the Gefen Firmware Update Tool from the Start Menu or using the shortcut on the Desktop. After a few seconds, the Gefen Firmware Update Tool interface will be displayed.
  • Page 90 AUTOMATED UPGRADE PROCEDURE In the example, below, we will be updating the Gefen 8x8 DVI KVM Dual Link Matrix w/ Push Button Control (GEF-DVIKVM-848DL-PB). Select the correct COM port from the Select COM Port drop-down list. Make sure that the computer, running the Gefen Firmware Update Tool, is connected to the Internet.
  • Page 91 The upgrade progress will be displayed in the window under the Start button. The firmware file being used by the Gefen Firmware Update Tool is displayed to the left of the Start button and at the lower-left corner of the interface.
  • Page 92 Check here for additional instructions In the upgrade process for the Gefen 8x8 DVI KVM Dual Link Matrix /w Push Button Control, the matrix must be rebooted. In this case, we need to power-off then power-on the matrix using the power switch on the front panel.

  • Page 93: Manual Update Procedure

    Download the required firmware from the Support section of the Gefen Web site. Do not extract the files from the .zip file. Launch the Gefen Firmware Update Tool from the Start Menu or using the shortcut from the Windows® Desktop.
  • Page 94 MANUAL UPGRADE PROCEDURE In the example, below, we will be updating the Gefen 8x8 DVI KVM Dual Link Matrix w/ Push Button Control (GEF-DVIKVM-848DL-PB). Select the correct COM port from the Select COM Port drop-down list. Click the Browse button and select the .ZIP file, containing the firmware, that was...
  • Page 95 The selected file will appear to the left of the Start button. Click the Start button to begin the upgrade process. After the upgrade has completed, the Gefen Firmware Update Tool will display any additional operations that need to take place, as shown below.
  • Page 96 MANUAL UPGRADE PROCEDURE In the upgrade process for the Gefen 8x8 DVI KVM Dual Link Matrix /w Push Button Control, the matrix must be rebooted. In this case, we need to power-off then power-on the matrix using the power switch on the front panel.

  • Page 97: Network Cable Wiring Diagram

    Green Brown / White Brown Cabling comes in stranded and solid core types. Gefen recommends using solid core cabling. It is recommended to use one continuous run from one end to the other. Connecting through a patch is not recommended.

  • Page 98: Rack Mount Safety Information

    RACK MOUNT SAFETY INFORMATION Maximum recommended ambient temperature: 45 ˚C (104 ˚F). Increase the air flow as needed to maintain the recommended temperature inside the rack. Do not exceed maximum weight loads for the rack. Install heavier equipment in the lower part of the rack to maintain stability. Connect a bonding wire between an approval safety ground stud on the chassis.

  • Page 99: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Pixel Clock................2 x 165 MHz Input Video Signal................1.2 volts p-p Input DDC Signal................5 volts p-p (TTL) DVI Input Connectors............(8) DVI-I 29 pin female DVI Output Connectors............(8) DVI-I 29 pin female IR Extender................3.5 mm mini-stereo RS-232 Interface..................DB-9 female IP Interface.....................RJ-45 Power Supply............100 ~ 240 V AC (IEC connector) Power Consumption................90 Watts (max.)

  • Page 100: Warranty

    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 101: Licensing

    LICENSING lwIP is licenced under the BSD licence: Copyright (c) 2001-2004 Swedish Institute of Computer Science. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
  • Page 102 Rev A9 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefenpro.com support@gefenpro.com...

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