Page 1 GAVA 3GSDI Audio Embedder Gefen Audio/Video Automation System Processor EXT-GAVA User Manual Release A3.1 Firmware 3.0...
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Gefen Audio/Video Automation System Processor Important Safety Instructions GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this product near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 3: Warranty Information
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 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 4 GAVA, PACS, and Audio / Video Automation System Processor are trademarks of Gefen, LLC. Important Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice. © 2013 Gefen, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Page 5 RS-232 commands over your network, and the actual RS-232 port on the device that is being controlled. • Check www.gefen.com/GAVA for the latest Web browser compatibility list. • Before updating the GAVA software, it is recommended to clear the Web browser’s cache.
Page 6: Packing List
Supports UPnP IP devices. Packing List The GAVA ships with the items listed below. If any of these items are not present in your box when you first open it, immediately contact your dealer or Gefen. • Gefen Audio/Video Automation System Processor •...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
3GSDI Audio Embedder Gefen Audio/Video Automation System Processor Table of Contents Getting Started Panel Layout ......................2 Left Side ......................2 Right Side ...................... 3 Installation ......................4 Connecting the GAVA ................... 4 Sample Wiring Diagram ................4 Installing GAVA - Setting up the Network ............. 5 Using the “Fing”...
Page 9 Gefen Audio/Video Automation System Processor Table of Contents Adding Building Automation ................ 83 Arranging Control Elements ................ 84 Additional Drivers ....................86 Adding a “Phantom” device ................. 86 Controlling the device .................. 87 Creating Macros ....................88 Commands ....................88 Other Command Types ................
Page 10 Gefen Audio/Video Automation System Processor Table of Contents Matrix ......................... 140 Keypad ......................141 Lights ......................... 142 Shades ......................143 Appendix Learning a New Device ..................146 Working with Templates ................149 Setting the IP Address ..................153 Browser Recommendations ................158 Using the GAVA with a KNX Automation System ..........
Page 13: 01 Getting Started
GAVA Gefen Audio/Video Automation System Processor 01 Getting Started...
Page 14: Panel Layout
Getting Started Panel Layout Left Side Name Description Connect the GAVA to a network. Connect the included power supply to this power receptacle. Controller LED This LED indicator flashes bright green when the GAVA is operating properly and when the VPN connection is enabled. When the VPN is enabled, this indicator flashes approximately twice every few seconds.
Page 15: Right Side
Getting Started Panel Layout Right Side Name Description The USB ports are used for firmware upgrades and some device interfaces. page | 3...
Page 16: Installation
Network Blu-ray Player Power Injector EXT-PACS A/V Receiver (GTV-AUDDEC-N) D D EC -A U G T V EXT-GAVA PC or MAC (GAVA Control System) (For Configuration and iTunes) Set Top Box Lighting Controller (Z-Wave or Lutron) Apple TV 2 Dimmers...
Page 17: Installing Gava - Setting Up The Network
Getting Started Installing GAVA - Setting up the Network Things you’ll need: • Gefen A/V Automation System Processor • Gefen PACS / Mini PACS • Local area network (LAN) In order to install the GAVA (and PACS / Mini PACS), you need to first install and locate them on your local network (LAN).
Page 18 Getting Started Installation Download and install Fing on your mobile device. Make sure your mobile device is connected to the same network as the GAVA and PACS boxes then open Fing. Click on the “refresh” icon and a list will appear showing each device on the network. The devices will initially be shown in order by IP address.
Page 19 If the IP addresses start with “192.168.1...”, then you should see a device named “Gefen” at 192.168.1.72. That is your first PACS. You should also see a device named “Gefen” at 192.168.1.82. That is your GAVA. There should be no other devices using either of those addresses.
Page 20 Click on the “refresh” icon and a list will appear showing every device on the network. The devices will initially be shown in order by IP address. PACS unit (default IP) GAVA unit (default IP) “Gefen” NOTE: Some GAVA units may display “PC Engines” rather than “Gefen”. page | 8...
Page 21: Installing More Than One Pacs / Mini Pacs
Getting Started Installation Installing more than one PACS / Mini PACS If you will be installed more than one PACS in your system, first you need to change the IP address of the one that is connected to a different IP address that is not being used. Log in to the first PACS with your browser by entering “192.168.1.72”...
Page 23: 02 Using The Gava Wizard
GAVA Gefen Audio/Video Automation System Processor 02 Using the GAVA Wizard page | 11...
Page 24: Introduction
Using the GAVA Wizard Introduction The GAVA uses an intuitive Web interface which allows easy addition and configuration of devices to the GAVA. Before using the interface, the IP address may need to be configured on the GAVA. See Setting the IP Address for more information.
Page 25 Using the GAVA Wizard Introduction page | 13...
Page 26 Using the GAVA Wizard Introduction On the top right-hand corner of the screen are three hyperlinks: Help window This window will be displayed after clicking Help near the upper right-hand corner of the screen. Basic Configuration Click this hyperlink to go the Basic Configuration screen. See Basic Configuration more information on using this screen.
Page 27: The Log File
Introduction The Log File The Log button lets GAVA record all internal events. Click Log if directed by Gefen Technical Support or to take a look “under the hood”. Click Log in the upper right-hand corner of the screen. The Log screen will be displayed.
Page 28 Using the GAVA Wizard Introduction Once the logging process has been started the Start button will display as the Stop button. To stop the logging process, click the Stop button. The Stop button will once again display as the Start button. Once the logging process has been stopped, pressing the Start button will restart the logging process.
Page 29: The Help System
Using the GAVA Wizard Introduction The Help System On the bottom-right portion of the screen, are four links: Clicking on one of the links will display the GAVA User Manual. The other link will display this Quick-Start Guide. Context-sensitive help is also available by clicking “Help” in the top-right corner of the screen.
Page 30: Layout And Design Flow
Using the GAVA Wizard Layout and Design Flow The GAVA Wizard is designed for easy navigation and is ordered in such a way to provide a step-by-step process for configuring your entire A/V setup. Therefore, it is important that each button or tab be completed in the order in which it is presented. •...
Page 31: Using The Sidebar Buttons
Using the GAVA Wizard Using the Sidebar Buttons The control panel on the left side of the screen allows easy navigation of each section during the set-up process. • Left-click on any closed section to expand it. The desired section will expand to display the available options: page | 19...
Page 32 Using the GAVA Wizard Using the Sidebar Buttons • Left-click on the expanded (highlighted) section to close it: • Left-click on any section that was closed to expand it once again: page | 20...
Page 33: Basic Configuration
Using the GAVA Wizard Basic Configuration Network Click Basic Configuration near the upper right-hand corner of the screen. The Network sidebar button will automatically be highlighted. DHCP checkbox Click this check box to enable DHCP. IP Address Enter the desired For the best system reliability, it is IP address of the recommended that a manual IP address,...
Page 34 GAVA Serial number This is the Electronic Serial Number (ESN) for the GAVA unit. This serial number is used by Gefen Technical Support when your GAVA is connected to the Gefen Support Server. This number is different from the manufacturing serial number (e.g.
Page 35: Software Updates
Using the GAVA Wizard Basic Configuration Software Updates The Software Update screen displays the version information for the Device Library and system firmware that is currently installed on the GAVA. This screen also allows you to check for newer version of firmware. If a newer version of firmware is discovered, then it will be displayed under the “available”...
Page 36: Support Vpn
The Support screen shows the Customer Support VPN button. The Customer Support VPN button allows your GAVA to find and connect to Gefen’s Web Server to allow remote support and troubleshooting. All communications are encrypted for your security, and are tied to the authenticated serial number of your GAVA System Processor.
Page 37 Using the GAVA Wizard Basic Configuration Configuration The Configuration sidebar button allows you to Reset the GAVA back to Factory defaults, save the configuration data to a file on your computer, or restore an existing GAVA configuration file to the GAVA Controller. NOTE: GAVA network (TCP/IP) settings are preserved and will not be erased if the GAVA is reset or powered-down.
Page 38 Using the GAVA Wizard Basic Configuration Save Configuration to PC Click the Download button to save the entire GAVA configuration to an XML file on your computer. This file may be saved as a backup, or transferred to another GAVA to copy the entire program (it does not copy or change the GAVA IP Address).
Page 39 Using the GAVA Wizard Basic Configuration Security The Security sidebar button allows the integrator or the end-user to password-protect the Views. See Views for more information. enabled Check this box to enable the password. Un-check this box to disable the password. password Enter the desired password in this box.
Page 40: Integrator Info
Upload a file Click this button to upload an image to be used on the page. PNG, GIF, and JPEG image formats are supported. By default, the Gefen logo is used. Preview Click this button to display a preview of the completed page design.
Page 41 Using the GAVA Wizard Basic Configuration • To add text to the page, click the in the Content box. A menu bar will be displayed above the Content box, allowing the text layout to be customized. • Once the text content is entered, a logo can be added by clicking the Upload a file button.
Page 42: Adding Control Gateways
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Control Gateways Adding a PACS or Mini PACS Under the Gateway tab, select the Control gateway (PACS & miniPACS) icon. The System tab will be displayed. Type the name of the control device in the Name field. Select the Manufacturer and Model using the drop-down list boxes.
Page 43 Adding Control Gateways Example In the example below, we have added the Gefen Mini PACS as a Control Gateway. In the example below, take note of the Ping button. If the IP address of the control gateway is found, then the Ping button will display “Ping OK”. If not, then “Ping Error”...
Page 44 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Control Gateways Once the control gateway has been added and the IP address verified, click the Save and Close button to save all changes. Save and Close Left-click this button to save all changes.. The added device will now appear under the Control Gateways tab. New control gateway page | 32...
Page 45: Adding A Lutron Lighting Control System
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Control Gateways Adding a Lutron Lighting Control System Lutron RadioRA® 2 and HomeWorks® QS systems should first be set up, configured, programmed, and downloaded to the Lutron controller via the Lutron software before adding them to the GAVA system. See the Lutron documentation for details. If you have a KNX system, the following procedure will be similar.
Page 46 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Control Gateways Sample XML File <?xml version=”1.0”?>    ...
Page 47: Adding The Lutron Control Gateway
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Control Gateways Adding the Lutron Control Gateway Click ADD NEW... under the Control Gateways sidebar button and select the Building automation icon. Type the name of the lighting control in the Name field. Manufacturer Name Select the device Manufacturer from Type the name of the device this drop-down list.
Page 48 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Control Gateways Select the manufacturer from the Manufacturer drop-down list. Select the model number of the Lutron Main Repeater from the Model drop-down list. In the example below, we will select IP control. Using IP Control Select the IP control device.
Page 49 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Control Gateways Main Repeater IP Address Ping If the IP address is found, then the Ping button will display “Ping OK”. If not, then “Ping Error” will be displayed. page | 37...
Page 50 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Control Gateways Using RS-232 Control Select the RS-232 control device. In this example we are using a Lutron RadioRA 2. Therefore, we will select RadioRA 2 MAIN-REP [1] from the drop-down list. Click the Next button. Under the Control tab, select the controller from the Controller drop-down list.
Page 51 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Control Gateways NOTE: If the selected controller was a PACS, more than one RS-232 port would be available. In that case, make sure that the RS-232 port that is checked, corresponds to the RS-232 port connected to the control device.
Page 52: Adding Elements
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Elements Your lighting system may contain many devices that you don’t need to access with GAVA. You may choose to add only the elements that you actually want to add to the GAVA interface. In a later step, you can decide which elements appear in each Room, and in the order in which they appear.
Page 53 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Elements Click ADD NEW... to add an element from the programmed device list to the GAVA Wizard menu. Add all of the elements that will be used in the system here. Elements will be assigned to specific rooms later in the Rooms menu. Type Name Select the type of control from the...
Page 54: Adding A Dimmer
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Elements Adding a Dimmer Select Dimmer from the Type drop-down list. Type an identifier for this device in the Name field. NOTE: Special characters (e.g. apostrophes, quote marks, etc.) will be ignored when the element is added to the list box. Select the address from the Address drop-down list (see next page).
Page 55 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Elements To save the current element and add additional elements, click the Save button under the Address drop-down list. page | 43...
Page 56: Adding A Keypad
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Elements Adding a Keypad Click ADD NEW... Select Keypad from the Type drop-down list. Type a description name of the button that will be used to control the device in the Name field. In the example below, we will assign a button to dim all lights to 50%. Select the button name from the Status SET drop-down list.
Page 57: Adding A Shade
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Elements Adding a Shade Click ADD NEW... Select Shade from the Type drop-down list. Type a name for the shade in the Name field. Select the button name from the Address drop-down list. The selections displayed in the Address field are generated from within the Lutron software.
Page 58: Adding A Switch
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Elements Adding a Switch Click ADD NEW... Select Switch from the Type drop-down list. Type a name for the switch in the Name field. Select the button name from the Address drop-down list. The selections displayed in the Address field are generated from within the Lutron software.
Page 59: Saving The Element List
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Elements Saving the Element List To complete the addition of elements to the list box and return to the Home screen, click the Done button in the lower-right corner of the screen. Under the Control gateways sidebar button, the new control (in this case, RadioRA 2) will be displayed.
Page 60: Editing Elements
Using the GAVA Wizard Editing Elements Deleting Elements Select the device from the Control Gateways tab. Click the Elements tab. Click the icon, next to the element to be deleted. Delete Click to delete the element from the list box. The GAVA will prompt to confirm the action: Click OK to confirm the deletion of the element.
Page 61: Changing Element Properties
Using the GAVA Wizard Editing Elements Changing Element Properties Select the device from the Control Gateways tab. Click the Elements tab. Click the element, under the Elements list, to be edited. The “>>” marks indicate that the element settings are being edited. In this example, we are editing the properties for the element Lamp 2.
Page 62: Adding Rooms
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms The Rooms tab allows you to specify zones (rooms) and devices to each room. The configuration and control data that is specified for each device is then uploaded to the PACS or Mini PACS. Click the Rooms sidebar button.
Page 63 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms • TV / Single Room Template All sources are connected to different inputs on the TV and are selected by switching the TV inputs. • AVR / Home Theater Template All sources are connected to an A/V receiver or amplifier. The receiver is connected to a single input on the TV.
Page 64 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Type the name of the room in the Name field. For this example, we will use the word “Living Room”. Select the system design that is appropriate from the four options on the right side of the screen.
Page 65: Adding A Receiver
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Adding a Receiver Type a descriptive name for the receiver in the A/V Receiver field. For this example, we’ll just use “A/V Receiver”. Select the manufacturer from the Manufacturer drop-down list. We will select “Denon”.
Page 66 Select the driver that is most appropriate for your installation. The list of available models will be dependent upon the selected manufacturer. NOTE: The listed drivers have been tested by Gefen and will work for most models and selected manufacturers. If the selected driver does not operate your device, then you may learn a new IR driver.
Page 67 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Enter the IP address of the A/V receiver in the IP Address field. Ping If the IP address is found, then IP Address the Ping button will display “Ping Enter the IP address OK”. If not, then “Ping Error” will be of the receiver.
Page 68 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Using RS-232 Control Select most_current_models_RS-232 from the Model drop-down list. Click the Next button in the lower-right portion of the screen. Under the Control tab, select the control device from the Controller drop-down list. page | 56...
Page 69 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Check the box of the RS-232 port to use. If the number under the RS232 checkbox is red, then this means that the port is already in use: If the checkbox is checked, in this state, the following message will be displayed at the top-portion of the screen: page | 57...
Page 70 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Using IR Control Select the appropriate IR driver from the Model drop-down list. Since we are using the Denon AVR2113, we will select avr_series. Click the Next button in the lower-right portion of the screen. Select the IR port that will be used to control the A/V Receiver.
Page 71: Function Keys
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Function Keys Function keys can be assigned to any of the commands that are available from the drop-down list for the current device. For this example, we will assign two commands: “play_favorites” and “Pandora”. Once the control-type is selected (IP, RS-232, IR), click the Next button near the bottom of the Control tab to advance to the Function keys tab.
Page 72 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Select Command from the action drop-down list for Function Key 2 and then select pandora from the drop-down command list. Click the Save button in the lower-right corner of the screen. NOTE: Macros should be created after all devices have been configured.
Page 73: Adding A Display
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Adding a Display Click the Display tab on the left-hand side of the screen. The Basic tab will be opened, on the right side of the screen. Type a descriptive name for the display in the Name field. As an example, we will use the name “HDTV”.
Page 74 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Click the Next button in the lower-right portion of the screen the current settings and continue to the Input/Output tab. NOTE: Displays that do not provide discrete codes for Power On, Power Off, and Input selection are not recommended for use with GAVA, as they will not allow operations via Macros.
Page 75 Select the controller (the device which will control the TV) from the Controller drop-down list. Earlier in the set-up process, we added the Gefen Mini PACS as the control device. Therefore, we will use the Mini PACS to control the IR on the TV.
Page 76 NOTE: Ports that have already been assigned will be highlighted in red. For IR devices, you may use a single IR port to connect two (or more) devices using a dual IR emitter (Gefen part no. EXT-2IREMIT) or IR Distribution Block (Xantech® or SpeakerCraft®). RS-232 ports can only be connected to a single device.
Page 77 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms 14. Select Command from the drop-down list for Function Key 2 and then select aspect from the command list. 15. Click the Next button in the lower-right corner of the screen to continue to the Favorites tab.
Page 78 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms 16. Up to 12 Favorite channels can also be added: Select the channel name from the drop-down list and enter the channel number in the Channel number field. NOTE: This page selects Favorite Channels from the TV tuner. If you have cable or satellite service, you should add your favorite channels to your set-top box, instead.
Page 79: Adding A Source
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Adding a Source Adding a Disc Player Click the Disc Player icon. Enter a description of the source device in the Name field. In the example below, we have added the name “player” to the device name. This is because the name “Blu-ray”...
Page 80 (future feature). Click the Next button in the lower-right corner to continue to the Control tab. Since the Gefen Mini PACS is our controller, we will select it from the Controller drop-down list. In our example, an IR emitter is connected from IR port 2 on the Mini PACS to the set-top box.
Page 81 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Note on the previous page, that both IR port 1 and 2 are colored red. This means that these outputs have already been assigned on the Mini PACS. If the check box is checked, on a port that is already in use, then a “Port is already in use!” message will be displayed near the top portion of the screen.
Page 82 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms 10. Click the Save button to in the lower-right corner of the screen to save the changes and return to the Source tab. 11. Add more sources by clicking ADD NEW... 12. Create additional rooms by clicking the Back to main menu tab and clicking the Rooms tab on the left-hand side of the screen.
Page 83: Using Itunes® With The Gava
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Using iTunes® with the GAVA The GAVA not only allows control of displays and video sources but also your music collection using iTunes. When configured, an iTunes device control will appear in the Device Panel within the GUI. NOTE: Before proceeding, make sure that iTunes is installed and operating correctly on your computer.
Page 84 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Name Ping Type a descriptive name for the If the IP address is found, then the iTunes device in this field. Ping button will display “Ping OK”. If not, then “Ping Error” will be IP Address displayed.
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Page 86 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Click the Save button in the lower-right portion of the screen. The iTunes device will be displayed under the Sources tab, on the left. NOTE: GAVA uses the Apple “Remote” protocol to control the iTunes player.
Page 87: Using Apple Tv® With The Gava
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Using Apple TV® with the GAVA The GAVA allows direct IP control of your Apple TV (series 2 and 3). Apple TV can also access your iTunes music collection. When configured, an Apple TV device control will appear in the Device Panel within the GUI.
Page 88 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Name Ping Type a descriptive name for the Apple If the IP address is found, then the TV device in this field. Ping button will display “Ping OK”. If not, then “Ping Error” will be IP Address displayed.
Page 89: Adding "Generic" Sources
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Adding “Generic” Sources You can use the “Generic” Source option to add input selection of devices that do not have control options, such as computers, digital cameras, tuners, or other internal sources on your A/V receiver. You can name the source, select a Receiver input, and add up to five function keys to add macros to the screen for the Generic device.
Page 90: Adding An A/V Matrix
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Adding an A/V Matrix Once all your devices are setup in each room, you can add and setup a matrix to control each device. We recommended that you add and configure all devices in each room before adding a matrix.
Page 91 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Click the Save and Configure button in the lower right corner of the screen. Enter a description of the source device in the Name field. This name must be different than the matrix name provided in step 2. Use the drop-down lists to select the Manufacturer and Model of the source device.
Page 92 Adding Rooms Select the control device in the Controller drop-down list. In our setup, we are using the Gefen Mini PACS. If the matrix offers IP control, you will be prompted to enter the IP address, instead. Select the RS-232 control port.
Page 93 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms 10. Select the outputs and inputs to connect the matrix to each device. The specified outputs and inputs in the software must match the physical connection of each device to the matrix. Outputs Inputs Select the Room and Device Select the input port connection to each matrix output...
Page 94: Adding System Sources (Selecting Matrix Inputs)
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Adding System Sources (Selecting Matrix Inputs) You can add sources that are available to many or all Rooms through an Audio/Video Matrix. The procedure is identical to adding a source directly to a Room, except that the source is added to a Matrix input.
Page 95: Adding Building Automation
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Adding Building Automation We have already added the Lutron RadioRA 2 control gateway. However, we will need to add these controls to one of the Rooms that we created. For this example, let’s continue working with the “Living Room”.
Page 96: Arranging Control Elements
Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Arranging Control Elements Each element (Dimmer, Keypad, or Shade) can be arranged differently, based on the control type. The order in which the elements are arranged, under the Selected list box, is the order in which each element will appear in the control interface. •...
Page 97 Using the GAVA Wizard Adding Rooms Now let’s say we want the Keypad elements to appear in the following order: “25%”, “50%”, “All On, and “All Off”. Click “Living Room”, under the Rooms tab. Click the Building Automation tab and select RadioRA 2. buttons to arrange each element under the Selected list so Use the that they appear as follows:...
Page 98: Additional Drivers
Click the Phantom Equipment icon in the Gateway tab. Type a descriptive name for the driver in the Name field. In the following example, we will add the Gefen High Definition 1080p Scaler. Select Gefen from the Manufacturer drop-down list.
Page 99: Controlling The Device
Using the GAVA Wizard Additional Drivers Click the Next button to access the Control tab. Select the method of control from the Controller drop-down list. In this example, we will use the RS-232 port on the GAVA. Click the Save button to finish adding the device. The scaler will appear under the Additional Drivers tab.
Page 100: Creating Macros
Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Macros Macros are used to assign a sequence of events to a single function key. An example might be the following: 1) Turn on the TV. 2) Dim the lights by 80%. 3) Open the curtains. 4) Start the projector (or playback device).
Page 101 Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Macros Select the device (HDTV) that will receive the command from the Device drop-down list. In this example, the macro will be received by the HDTV device. Select the command from the Command drop-down list. Command Select the command from the Command drop-down list.
Page 102 Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Macros Enter the delay (in milliseconds) in the Delay field. This value represents the number of milliseconds before the next command is executed. For this example, we will leave the Delay set to the default value of 250. The maximum value is 9999 (approximately 10 seconds).
Page 103 Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Macros Continue to add more devices, as necessary for this macro, using the Add command button. • Click the button to remove a device from the macro. • Click the buttons to change the order of devices within the macro. 10.
Page 104 Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Macros 11. Repeat steps 2 through 11 to create a “Power OFF” macro. 12. After the “Power OFF” macro has been created, both the “Power ON” and “Power OFF” macros should appear under the Macros tab, as shown below. 13.
Page 105: Other Command Types
The System command is an advanced function designed for systems using a Mac Mini as a media server. Contact Gefen Technical Support for assistance, if necessary. Click the ▲ button next to the Add command button. To hide the menu, click the ▼...
Page 106 Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Macros Adding Serial Data Click the ▲ button next to the Add command button. Select Serial data from the list. Select TCP or UDP from the drop-down list. Enter the required data in the next field. The data string must be in the form: <IP=1.2.3.4><PORT=1234><MODE=ASCII><DATA=data>...
Page 107 Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Macros The following table provides the list of default port numbers Device / Protocol Port Default Port PACS 49200 49201 49202 Mini PACS 49202 HTTP <MODE=..> The MODE tag can be set to ASCII or HEX. <DATA=..>...
Page 108 Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Macros Adding a Page flip The Page flip provides a method to automatically switch to the desired page of a device, once the macro is executed. We’ve already created a “All Power OFF” and “All Power ON” macro.
Page 109 Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Macros Click the Save and Close button to save the changes. Click the Finish Project button to go to the GUI-Screens tab, then click the Create config button to generate the desired GUI. Load the GAVA GUI on the desired mobile device. Click the Macros tab to display the “All Power OFF”...
Page 110: Creating Events
Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Events Events are any data that are processed by GAVA. If you look in the Log while pressing buttons, then you’ll see both commands and feedback. Any of this data can be used to trigger a macro. Although similar to Macros, an Event adds a “conditional” before is it executed.
Page 111 Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Events Select the Blu-ray device from the Device drop-down list. Select play from the Event / Command drop-down list. Select the “Power ON” macro from the Assigned Macro drop-down list. Make sure the enabled box is checked. If the enabled box is not checked, then the Event will be disabled.
Page 112 Using the GAVA Wizard Creating Events Example 2 In this next example, we will modify our event to test for a specific value, before it is executed. Click the TVON event from under the Events tab. We have installed an Apple TV as a device, so we will select it from the Device drop-down list.
Page 113: Views
Using the GAVA Wizard Views The Views tab lets you create different Graphical User Interfaces (GUI’s) for different users. For example, the iPad you use in the Living Room can show only the Living Room system, while the iPod Touch in the Bedroom can show just the Bedroom system. Or the Kids’ iPhone can be set to have access only to the Kids’...
Page 114 Using the GAVA Wizard Views Click the Name field and delete the name “Standard”. Although it is possible to use the name of each Room for a View, we will use the name of each end-user: “Andrew” and “Orrin”. Let’s first change “Standard” to “Andrew”. Enter a password in the password field, if desired.
Page 115 Using the GAVA Wizard Views On the Pages tab, we want to select the devices which our end-users will be allowed to control. We can stick with a single room, such as the Bedroom, or we can select devices from more than just one room. By default, each device that was created for each room will appear in the GUI.
Page 116 Using the GAVA Wizard Views To arrange the order of devices, as they will appear in the GUI, use the icons to move the devices up or down within the device list. 10. Click the Save button to save changes for the “Andrew” View. 11.
Page 117: Generating The Gui
Using the GAVA Wizard Generating the GUI After all devices have been added to the GAVA system and the Views have been set up, the final step is to generate the GUI. Click the Finish Project tab, on the left side of the screen. The GUI-Screens tab will display the different types of GUI that can be generated.
Page 118 Using the GAVA Wizard Generating the GUI NOTE: Multiple GUI screens can be selected / generated by selecting the desired GUI configurations from GUI-Screens tab. Click the “dog-ear” portion of the GUI screen to display device options. For instance, we can change the name of the GUI-screen to something other than “iPhone”. Click the “dog ear”...
Page 119 Using the GAVA Wizard Generating the GUI Click the Create config button in the lower-right corner of the screen to begin generating the GUI. A progress bar will be displayed as the GAVA configures and uploads the controller data to the PACS / Mini PACS. After about 30 - 60 seconds, a screen similar to the following will be displayed, depending upon the number of rooms that were created and the number of GUI interfaces that were generated.
Page 120: Pairing Itunes With The Gava
Using the GAVA Wizard Generating the GUI Pairing iTunes with the GAVA In order for the GAVA to be able to communicate with iTunes, it must be paired with the GAVA. The pairing procedure is performed after the desired GUI(s) have been successfully generated (see Generating the GUI).
Page 121 Using the GAVA Wizard Generating the GUI The IP address will be preceded by the word “GAVA @”. In our example, the IP address is GAVA @ 192.168.1.5. This is the IP address of the GAVA. If the left sidebar is not displayed, then click the “View” from the Menu Bar and select “Show Sidebar”.
Page 122 Using the GAVA Wizard Generating the GUI Once the passcode is verified, the following screen will be displayed. Click the Stop button in the GAVA interface. The Stop button will be highlighted in dark blue when clicked. To make changes to any device within the GAVA Wizard, click the Back button. page | 110...
Page 125: 03 The Gava User Interface
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Page 126: Installing The Gava App
The GAVA User Interface Installing the GAVA App The GAVA App is free and is available from the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. NOTE: Android devices must be running Android 4.2 or greater in order to download the GAVA App. In the following example, we will download and install the GAVA App for the iPhone.
Page 127: Using The Gava App
The GAVA User Interface Using the GAVA App Adding GAVA Systems Launch the GAVA App. The Home screen will be displayed. Press either of these buttons to locate the GAVA system. Click the Find new system... or the Find button. page | 115...
Page 128 The GAVA User Interface Using the GAVA App The GAVA App will locate and display all available GAVA systems under the Found tab, as shown below. Press here to change than name and or URL of the system Select the GAVA system, under the Found tab, to rename the name of the GAVA system and/or customize the URL of the GAVA system.
Page 129 The GAVA User Interface Using the GAVA App Under the Find Systems tab, we can use this information in the Name and Host/IP/URL fields. For example, let’s set up a GAVA for the “Orrin” View for the iPhone: Name Enter the name of the GAVA system Host / IP / URL The URL of the...
Page 130 The GAVA User Interface Using the GAVA App Select the GAVA system under the My Systems tab in order to select the desired GUI. My Systems Press to select the desired GUI. Select the desired GUI from the pop-up menu, as shown below. Available GUI’s Select the desired GUI.
Page 131 The GAVA User Interface Using the GAVA App After a few moments, the selected GUI will load and be displayed. The GAVA Graphic User Interface (GUI) for more information. 10. In order to switch to another GUI, press the “dog eared” page, at the top-left corner of the screen, to return to the Home screen.
Page 132: Deleting Gava Systems
The GAVA User Interface Using the GAVA App Deleting GAVA Systems From the Home screen of the GAVA App, determine the system to be deleted. To delete, swipe horizontally across the desired system. Press the button to delete the device. The GAVA will prompt to confirm the operation.
Page 133: Home Screen
The GAVA User Interface Home Screen The following illustrations provide a description of each element each of the GAVA screens, within the GUI. The following screens are from the iPhone. Rooms tab Room tab Displays all rooms that were created. Tap to select the desired room. The selected room will be highlighted.
Page 134: Macros Tab
The GAVA User Interface Home Screen Macros tab Macros Tap to execute the desired macro. Integrator Info Device Slider Panel Tap this button to display Each device that is added to this the Integrator Info screen. room will appear in this area of the Integrator Info for more GUI.
Page 135: Disc Player
The GAVA User Interface Disc Player NAV (Navigation) tab Home Room Name “Home” function (if available The user-defined room on this device). Device Name name. The name of the device. Eject Play Stop Pause Previous Next Fast Forward Rewind page | 123...
Page 136 The GAVA User Interface Disc Player Back Background tab Select Returns to the previous Select this tab to Press to switch the device in the Device Panel view the next tab for Receiver to display this device. Some and list to this source. devices will have multiple tabs.
Page 137: Digit Tab
The GAVA User Interface Disc Player Digit tab “dot” key Volume control This key can function as Controls the volume for the either a “.” (dot) or “-” (dash), current room. depending upon the device. page | 125...
Page 138: Set-Top Box
The GAVA User Interface Set-Top Box NAV (Navigation) tab Digit Opens the Digit (numeric keypad) used for channel selection, etc. Vol -, Mute, Vol + These buttons will be displayed in place of a volume slider, if the room uses IR or one-way volume control. page | 126...
Page 139: Digit Tab
The GAVA User Interface Set-Top Box Digit tab Opens the DVR (Digital Video Opens the Favorite Recorder) tab, if available for Channels tab. this device. page | 127...
Page 140: Dvr (Digital Video Recorder) Tab
The GAVA User Interface Set-Top Box DVR (Digital Video Recorder) tab Record Record button (if available on this device). page | 128...
Page 141: Fav (Favorites) Tab
The GAVA User Interface Set-Top Box FAV (Favorites) tab Favorites User-defined favorite channels will be displayed here. page | 129...
Page 142: A/V Receiver
The GAVA User Interface A/V Receiver NAV (Navigation) tab Inputs Allows direct selection of all inputs. NOTE: this button is not used on this screen. page | 130...
Page 143: A/V Receiver - Inputs Tab
The GAVA User Interface A/V Receiver A/V Receiver - Inputs tab Inputs Allows direct selection of all inputs that are not available on the Device Slider Panel. If some of these inputs are used frequently, then you should add them as “Generic Sources”...
Page 144: Display
The GAVA User Interface Display NAV (Navigation) tab Switch Selects the display device as the audio source. Audio Return Channel (ARC) is used if available. Back Power Returns to the Power button. previous page. page | 132...
Page 145: Display - Digit Tab
The GAVA User Interface Display Display - Digit tab Function Keys (1-5) These buttons can be assigned user-defined functions. See Adding a Display for more information. page | 133...
Page 146: Display - Dvr (Digital Video Recorder) Tab
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Page 147: Display - Fav (Favorites) Tab
The GAVA User Interface Display Display - FAV (Favorites) tab Favorites User-defined favorite channels will be displayed here. See Adding a Display for more information. Volume slider Use this slider control to adjust the volume in this room. page | 135...
Page 148: Apple Tv
The GAVA User Interface Apple TV Player tab Previous / Beginning Press to go to the beginning of the media or play the previous media. These button are used in the Apple TV and iTunes interface. Next Jump ahead and play the next media file. Used in both the Apple TV and iTunes interface.
Page 149: Nav (Navigation) Tab
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Page 150: Itunes
The GAVA User Interface iTunes Player tab Album artwork Song Data If the iTunes track contains album This information will be artwork, it will be displayed here. displayed if provided. Volume slider Displayed only if the device is using RS-232 or IP two-way interfaces page | 138...
Page 151: Playlist Tab
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Page 152: Matrix
The GAVA User Interface Matrix Normally, there is no need to directly control a Matrix Switcher, as GAVA handles the switching “behind the scenes”. However, this screen lets you check or change the input status of all outputs on your matrix. page | 140...
Page 153: Keypad
The GAVA User Interface Keypad The Dimmers interface displays all the Dimmer and Switch elements that were defined using the Web interface. See Adding Elements for more information on adding Elements. Back Returns to the previous page (panel) in the GUI. Feedback indicator If the automation system provides feedback for a specific state, then...
Page 154: Lights
The GAVA User Interface Lights The Dimmers interface displays all the Dimmer and Switch elements that were defined using the GAVA Wizard. See Adding Elements for more information on adding Elements. Sliders Fine-adjustment of the brightness of each light. On button Off button Set the light to its highest Set the light to its lowest...
Page 155: Shades
The GAVA User Interface Shades The Shade interface displays all the Shade elements that were defined using the Web interface. Down Press this button to open the Press this button to shade. retract the shade. Press in the middle to stop the shade, after pressing the Down or Up button.
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Page 158: Learning A New Device
Appendix Learning a New Device The GAVA is shipped with a library of various devices. Even if your specific model is not listed, each manufacturer supplies a standard set of IR commands that are common to their product. For example, both the Sony XBR4 and XBR7 share a set of similar IR commands. When learning a new device, the GAVA automatically provides you with a template based on the type of device that is being “learned.”...
Page 159 Appendix Learning a New Device Manufacturer Name Select the device Type the name of the Manufacturer from this device in this field. drop-down list. Model Enter the model number in this field. PACS Select the controller from Start learning the drop-down list. Click this button once all information has been entered.
Page 160 Appendix Learning a New Device Once the template has been loaded, the PACS screen will be displayed within the GAVA Wizard. Click the icon to expand the PACS screen. page | 148...
Page 161: Working With Templates
Gefen’s GAVA Control System requires that IR commands have specific name conventions that are matched to the GAVA User Interface buttons, so Templates provide an easy way to ensure that new devices have the proper names.
Page 162 Appendix Learning a New Device Locate the IR remote for the new device and place the remote on a flat, stable surface. Make sure the batteries are fresh! Click the Learn All button. You will be prompted to press the remote button that matches the Command Name you are learning.
Page 163 Appendix Learning a New Device Learn each command in turn until all have been learned. Each learned command will now be green. Any commands that were skipped or not learned successfully will still be yellow. You can manually add any commands that were not in the template afterwards. Since commands are accessed by name, and not by number, the sequence of learning commands is not critical.
Page 164 Appendix Learning a New Device 12. Once a new device has been learned, you should click the Download IR File to PC button to download and save the new device IR file to your computer. 13. PACS will prompt to Open or Save the file. We recommend that you click Open in order to check and view the file before saving it.
Page 165: Setting The Ip Address
Appendix Setting the IP Address Before connecting the GAVA to a network, locate the label on the bottom of the GAVA. The MAC address and the default IP address will be listed on the label. The default IP address (192.168.1.82) will be used to connect the GAVA to the network. IMPORTANT: Because all GAVA units have the same default IP address, only one GAVA should be connected to a network at a time.
Page 166 Appendix Setting the IP Address The computer must have an IP address in the same subnet as the GAVA, but with an address that is different from the GAVA address. If you computer has an IP address of 192.168.1.XXX, and 192.168.1.82 is an available address, you can access the GAVA by entering 192.168.1.82 in your Web browser.
Page 167 Appendix Setting the IP Address Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Click to highlight this Network protocol. Click the Properties button to display the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties dialog. STOP: Before continuing, write down the current IP settings listed under this dialog box before making changes.
Page 168 Appendix Setting the IP Address Change the IP settings to the following: Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Use the following IP address IP address* Click this radio button. 192.168.1.80 Clear these boxes. Use the following DNS server addresses Click this radio button. *If the IP address 192.168.1.80 is already in use on your network, select another unused address that is not 192.168.1.72 or 192.168.1.82 or the router’s IP address.
Page 169 Appendix Setting the IP Address Click the OK button, then close all Control Panel windows. Refresh your Web browser and go to http://192.168.1.82 to open the GAVA Web interface. Go to the Configuration Menu (see Basic Configuration) and change the IP address for the GAVA, to an appropriate address for your network.
Page 170: Browser Recommendations
Appendix Browser Recommendations The following list serves as a guideline to determine which browser on which operating system is best suited for HTML5. The order reflects evaluation or recommendation. The version number is listed in brackets Windows® (earlier than Windows 8) Apple Safari (>...
Page 171 Appendix Setting the IP Address Apple iOS (5/6) - iPhone®, iPad®, iPod® touch Dolphin Browser or Mercury (offers full-screen and multitasking) Safari and/or as Web App on the Home screen Google Chrome Opera Android Google Chrome (Android 4 only) Mozilla Firefox BETA (Android 4 only), Opera (Android 4 only) Dolphin Browser (Android 2 or 3) Mozilla Firefox (Android 2 or 3) “Internet”, Opera (Android 2 or 3)
Page 172: Using The Gava With A Knx Automation System
Appendix Using the GAVA with a KNX Automation System As with the Lutron RadioRA® 2 and HomeWorks® QS systems, it is important that the KNX system be set up, configured, and functioning properly before attempting to add this automation system to the GAVA. Obtain the *.esf file from the KNX installer / electrician.
Page 173 Appendix Using the GAVA with a KNX Automation System Get the gateway information from the installer / electrician. In most cases, a KNX IP-Router device will be used. However, GAVA can also use a KNX Tunnel device as the gateway. KNX IP-Router Have the installer / electrician provide the physical address of the gateway.
Page 174: Adding The Knx Control Gateway
Appendix Using the GAVA with a KNX Automation System Sample ESF File GAVA KNX SAMPLE FILE CENTRAL.LIGHTING.0/0/1 CENTRAL.LIG.ON/OFF EIS 1 ‘Switching’ (1 Bit) CENTRAL.LIGHTING.0/0/2 CENTRAL.LIG.VALUE EIS 6 ‘Scaling - percent’ (8 Bit) LIGHTING.DIMMER.1/1/0 CHANNEL.A.ON/OFF EIS 1 ‘Switching’ (1 Bit) 0/0/1 LIGHTING.DIMMER.1/1/1 CHANNEL.A.RelDIM EIS 2 ‘Dimming - control’...
Page 175 Appendix Using the GAVA with a KNX Automation System Click the Next button to go to the Control tab. Enter the bus address in the Physical Address field. The IP address can also be entered in the IP (optional) field. Ping If the IP address is found, then the Ping button will display “Ping OK”.
Page 176: Adding Elements
Appendix Using the GAVA with a KNX Automation System Adding Elements Under the Elements tab, click the Upload a file button. Locate the .esf file on the computer (e.g. knx.esf). Select the .esf file from the File Upload dialog and click the Open button. Once the .esf file has been imported, the filename will appear next to the Upload a file button.
Page 177: Adding A Dimmer
Appendix Using the GAVA with a KNX Automation System Adding a Dimmer Select Dimmer from the Type drop-down list. Provide a name for this control in the Name field. Select the Status SET state from the drop-down list. This setting is used for dedicat- ed ON and OFF switching when using the buttons left and right from the slider.
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Page 190: Specifications
Appendix Specifications Control Ports • 2 x Type-B Ethernet • RJ-45 RS-232 • DB-9, male Operational Power Input • 12V / 1.2A DC Power Consumption • 2.5W (idle) / 25W (max.) Physical Dimensions (W x H x D) • 4.2” x 6.4” x 1.2” (107mm x 163mm x 30mm) Net Weight •...
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