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  • Page 1 1080P 8x8 DVIKVM Dual Link Matrix w/ Push Button Control GEF-DVIKVM-848DL-PB User Manual www.gefenpro.com...
  • Page 3 ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE Technical Support: Telephone (818) 772-9100 (800) 545-6900 (818) 772-9120 Technical Support Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacifi c Time For 24 / 7 support, see the back of the product for the support number Write To: Gefen LLC c/o Customer Service...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Front Panel Layout Front Panel Descriptions Back Panel Layout Back Panel Descriptions Connecting The 8x8 DVIKVM Dual Link Matrix Wiring Diagram Front Panel Display 10 IR Remote Control Unit Layout 11 IR Remote Control Unit Installation 12 IR Remote Control Unit Confi...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the 8x8 DVIKVM Dual Link Matrix. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. GefenPRO In the realm of video distribution, certain features are invaluable in a commercial or broadcast environment. Accommodations such as a built-in power supply and fl...

  • Page 6: Operation Notes

    OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROL • The 8x8 DVIKVM Dual Link Matrix will not pass HDCP content. • There is no internal scaling in the 8x8 DVIKVM Dual Link Matrix. All of the attached monitors must be able to display the resolutions output by the source devices.

  • Page 7: Features

    FEATURES Features • Supports resolutions up to 2560 x 1600 • Front panel control buttons for local switching • Status LCD (shows routing status) • Advanced EDID management permits uploading of custom internal or external EDID settings • Serial RS-232 interface for remote control via a computer or control automation devices •...

  • Page 8: Front Panel Layout

    PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel...

  • Page 9: Panel Descriptions

    PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Front Panel Input Buttons (1 - 8) Used for routing an Input to an Output. Each of these buttons represents an Input. See page 14 for more information on routing DVI sources. IR Window Receives signals from the IR Remote Control unit. Power Switch Turn the power on or off using this switch.

  • Page 10: Back Panel Layout

    PANEL LAYOUT Back Panel...

  • Page 11: Back Panel Descriptions

    PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Back Panel RS-232 Serial Port Connects to the RS-232 control device. The 8x8 DVIKVM Dual Link Matrix may be controlled remotely using this port. See pages 23 - 50 for details. AC 110 / 220V (50/60 Hz) Power Cable Receptacle Connect the included AC power cord from this receptacle to an available electrical outlet.

  • Page 12: Connecting The 8X8 Dvikvm Dual Link Matrix

    RS-232 CABLE ETHERNET CABLE IP Control DVI Dual Link Displays USB Keyboards USB Mice & PoweredSpeaker DVI Dual Link Sources USB Sources Audio Sources Matrix Matrix RS-232 Controller GEF-DVIKVM-848DL-PB WARNING: This product should always be connected to a grounded electrical socket.
  • Page 13 OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX Booting Up / Standby Screen The front-panel LCD of the 8x8 DVIKVM Dual Link Matrix is a 16 character 2 line display. This display is used to aid in performing routing commands, as well as displaying additional system information.

  • Page 14: Ir Remote Control Unit Layout

    IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT LAYOUT RMT-8IR Remote Control Unit Activity Indicator This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button is pressed. Source / Monitor Selection Buttons (1 - 8) These buttons are used to select the source and monitor. See page 13 for information on using the IR Remote Control unit.

  • Page 15: Ir Remote Control Unit Installation

    IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT INSTALLATION Installing the RMT-8IR 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 Confi Guration

    IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT CONFIGURATION How to Resolve IR Code Confl icts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls interfere with the supplied IR Remote Control unit, changing the IR Remote Control’s IR channel will fi x 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

    USING THE IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT IR Remote Control Key Mapping Each input and output on the 8x8 DVIKVM 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 Dvikvm Dual Link Matrix

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX Routing Sources In order to change current routing state: Press Set Button to activate Routing Mode. Press the Set button Press the Set button Press any Input on the bottom row of buttons (1 - 8). The system indicates the current routing status.

  • Page 19: System Lock Mode

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX 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. Press the Lock button to activate System Lock Mode.

  • Page 20: Cycling Between Information Screens

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX 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 21: Activating / Deactivating Standby Mode

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX Activating / Deactivating Standby Mode Press and hold the Cancel button for 5 seconds to activate or deactivate Standby Mode. Hold for 5 seconds Saving the Downstream EDID to Local Memory: Press EDID button once to activate DSTOLO (Downstream To Local) Mode. Press EDID button once...
  • Page 22 OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX Press the Output button to select the EDID data source. Select the Output Press the Input button to select EDID data destination. Select the Input Press the Set button to complete the operation. The system will remain in DSTOLO mode.

  • Page 23: Saving The Default Edid To Local Memory

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX Saving the default EDID to Local Memory Press the EDID button twice to activate DETOLO (Default EDID To Local) Mode. Press EDID button twice Press the Input button to select EDID data destination. Select the Input Press the Set button to complete the operation.

  • Page 24: Saving The Current Routing State

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX Saving the current Routing State Set the routing state (see page 14), then press the PreSet button twice to activate Preset Mode. Press PreSet button twice Press an Input button (1 - 8) to store the current routing state. Select the Input Press the Set button to complete the operation.

  • Page 25: Recalling A Routing State

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX Recalling a Routing State Press the PreSet button once to activate Recall Preset Mode. Press PreSet button twice Press the Input button (1 - 8) of the routing state to be recalled. Select the Input Press the Set button to complete the operation.

  • Page 26: Masking Outputs

    OPERATING THE 8X8 DVIKVM DUAL LINK MATRIX 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. Press the Mask button Select the Output to be masked.

  • Page 27: 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 28: 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 #ediddetolo Sets Local EDID to Default EDID #ediddstoba Read downstream EDID and stores in EDID Bank #ediddstolo Read downstream EDID and stores into a Local EDID #lock_edid...
  • Page 29 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 specifi ed. Syntax #edidbatolo param1 param2 [param3...param9] Parameters: param1 EDID bank offset [1 - 5] param2 Input [1 - 16]...
  • Page 30 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #ediddetolo Function The #ediddetolo function stores the Default EDID (640x480) in the specifi ed Local EDID inputs. Up to eight inputs can be specifi ed. Syntax #ediddetolo param1 [param2...param9] Parameters: param1 Input [1 - 8] Notes: If param1 = 0, then all 8 DVI inputs will be set to the Default EDID.
  • Page 31 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #ediddstoba Function The #ediddstoba function reads the downstream EDID and stores it to a specifi ed EDID bank. Syntax #ediddstoba param1 param2 Parameters: param1 A downstream monitor [1 - 8] param2 EDID bank offset [1 - 5] Example #ediddstoba 4 2 Finished reading EDID from output 4...
  • Page 32 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #ediddstolo Function The #ediddstolo function reads the downstream EDID and stores it to a Local EDID input. Syntax #ediddstolo param1 param2 [param3...param9] Parameters: param1 A downstream monitor [1 - 8] param2 Input list [1 - 8] Notes: If param2 = 0, then the downstream EDID is stored to all 8 DVI inputs.
  • Page 33 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 34 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #prbaedid Function The #prbaedid function reads the EDID fi le from the specifi ed bank and sends to serial port. Syntax #prbaedid param1 Parameters: param1 Input [1 - 5] 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 35 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 #prbaedid 2 Finished reading EDID from output 1 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 36 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 37 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #prloedid Function The #prloedid function reads the local EDID of a specifi ed input and spools it to the serial port. Syntax #prloedid param1 Parameters: param1 A specifi ed 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...

  • Page 38: Ip / Telnet Confi Guration

    RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS IP / Telnet Confi guration Command Description #display_telnet_welcome Set Telnet welcome message on login #ipconfi g Displays all TCP/IP settings #resetip Resets IP confi guration to factory settings #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...

  • Page 39: Display_Telnet_Welcome

    RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #display_telnet_welcome Command The #display_telnet_welcome command sets (enables/disables) the Telnet welcome message on login. Syntax #display_telnet_welcome param1 Parameters: param1 State [0 - 1] State Meaning Do not display welcome message Display welcome message Example #display_telnet_welcome 1 Telnet welcome at login is set to ON...
  • Page 40 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #ipconfi g Command The #ipconfi g command displays the current TCP/IP settings for the matrix. Syntax #ipconfi g Parameters: None Example #ipconfi g -------------- 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...

  • Page 41: Set_Http_Port

    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 confi guration to factory default #set_http_port Command The #set_http_port command sets the Web server listening port.
  • Page 42 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 43: Set_Telnet_Username

    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 44 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 45: Show_Ver_Data

    RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #show_ver_data Command The #show_ver_data command displays the hardware and fi rmware version of the matrix. Syntax #show_ver_data Parameters: None Example: #show_ver_data Hardware version 1 Firmware Release version 2.0.30 Release data: Apr 9 2012 Boot loader version 1.6 #sipadd Command The #sipadd command sets the IP address of the matrix.

  • Page 46: Use_Telnet_Pass

    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 47: Routing

    RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS Routing Command Description #callpreset Recalls a routing / mask preset #saudio Routes audio independently from video #savepreset Saves the current routing/masking state to a preset Routes audio independently from video Routes the specifi ed inputs to the specifi ed outputs Routes the specifi...
  • Page 48 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #saudio Command The #saudio command routes the selected audio input to all outputs. Syntax #saudio param1 Parameters: param1 Preset [1 - 8] Notes: If param1 = 0, then each audio input will be routed to its associated output (e.g. 1-1, 2-2, 3-3, etc.).
  • Page 49 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS a Command The a command routes the audio independently from the video. Syntax a param1 param2 [param3...param9] Parameters: param1 Audio input [1 - 8] param2 Audio output [1 - 8] Example: a 1 2 3 Audio input 1 is routed to outputs: 2 3...
  • Page 50 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS r Command The r command routes the specifi ed input to the specifi ed outputs. Syntax r param1 param2 [param3...param9] Parameters: param1 Input [1 - 8] param2 Outputs [1 - 8] Notes: If param2 = 0, then the specifi ed input is routed to all outputs. Examples: r 7 3 4 5 6 1 2 Input 7 is routed to outputs: 3 4 5 6 1 2...
  • Page 51 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS s Command The s command routes the specifi ed input to all outputs. Syntax s param1 Parameters: param1 Input [1 - 8] Example: All outputs are routed to input 1...

  • Page 52: Masking

    RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS Masking Command Description #maskaud Masks the selected audio output(s) #maskout Masks the selected (video) output(s) #maskusb Masks the selected USB channel(s) #unmaskout Unmasks the selected output(s) #maskaud Command The #maskaud command masks the selected audio output(s). Syntax #maskaud param1 param2 Parameters:...
  • Page 53 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #maskout Command The #maskout command allows blanking of the specifi ed outputs. Syntax #maskout param1 param2 Parameters: param1 Output [1 - 8] param2 State [0 - 1] Value Meaning Active Mask Notes: The current masking state will be lost if power is interrupted or if the masking state is not saved (see #savepreset on page 44).
  • Page 54 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #maskusb Command The #maskusb command masks the selected USB channel(s). Syntax #maskusb param1 param2 Parameters: param1 Output [1 - 8] param2 State [0 - 1] Value Meaning Active Mask Notes: The current masking state will be lost if power is interrupted or if the masking state is not saved (see #savepreset on page 44).
  • Page 55 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #unmaskout Command The #unmaskout command unmasks the specifi ed 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 56: Miscellaneous

    RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS Miscellaneous Command Description #activebolo Activates the boot loader #audswitch Enables / disables independent audio routing #fadefault Resets the matrix to factory default routing #help Displays all available commands #lock_fo Toggles the +5V lock power state #prpreset Prints the routing preset table #set_input_name Specifi...
  • Page 57 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #activebolo Command The #activebolo command activates the boot loader. This command is used when updating the matrix fi rmware. See page 69 for details on this procedure. Syntax #activebolo Parameters: None Example #activebolo To download the fi le DVI8x8DL please type the command ‘activebolo 0’...
  • Page 58 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 59 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS #help Command The #help command displays help on the specifi ed command. If param1 is not specifi ed, 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 = 1-16 (preset)
  • Page 60 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 |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 |M 0 |M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0|M 0...
  • Page 61 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 62 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 63 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 64 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS f Command Enables / disables 5V on pin 14 of the specifi ed DVI input. This command is used when connecting the Receiver module of fi ber 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 65 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 66 RS-232 / TELNET COMMANDS m Command The m command displays the current matrix status and routing information. Syntax Parameters: None Example Output Input | Status | AUDIOin ---------------|----------------|-------|--------|-------- Output_1| Input_1| LOW | ACTIVE | 1 Output_2| Input_2| HIGH | ACTIVE | 1 Output_3| Input_3| LOW | ACTIVE | 1...

  • Page 67: Web Interface

    WEB INTERFACE Confi guring the IP Address The 8x8 DVIKVM Dual Link Matrix supports IP-based control using a built-in Web server or via Telnet. Before using the built-in Web server or Telnet control, the network settings for the 8x8 DVIKVM Dual Link Matrix must be confi gured via RS-232.

  • Page 68: View Matrix Status

    WEB INTERFACE View Matrix Status Matrix Status Displays the current routing status of each input and output on the matrix. Auto Refresh Refresh Check this box to enable Auto Click to refresh the Matrix Refresh. The Auto Refresh function Status screen automatically refreshes the interface every 10 seconds.
  • Page 69 WEB INTERFACE Switch Outputs Used to route the specifi ed input to the selected output(s). To route a source, place a check mark next to each Output. Next, click the radio button next to the desired Input. Press the Switch button to apply the routing change. Audio switching can also be managed through this panel.
  • Page 70 WEB INTERFACE Independent Audio Switch Enables / disables independent audio switching. Click the “Yes” radio button to enable independent audio switching. To disable, click the “No” radio button. Once independent audio switching is enabled, click the radio button next to the Input which will provide this function.
  • Page 71 WEB INTERFACE Save Preset Click the down-arrow on the pull-d own list to select the preset Presets locatio on (1-16). Click the Save Provides saving and Prese et button to save the preset. recalling of routing states. Pull-down list Recall Preset Click the down-arrow on the pull-down list to select the routing state (1-16) to recall.
  • Page 72 WEB INTERFACE Rename I/O Provides custom naming Pull-down list of each input and output t on the matrix. Save Input Name Save Input Name Select the DVI input to rename from the pull-down list. Type the name of the input in the Input Name fi eld. Click the Save Input Name button to save changes.

  • Page 73: 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 74 WEB INTERFACE Set Input to Default EDID Press this button from the Manage EDID screen to access this menu system 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 75 WEB INTERFACE Upload EDID Upload EDID Press this button from the Manage EDID screen to access this menu system access this menu system. Load EDID fi le Place a check mark next to the input(s) that will receive the EDID data from the fi...
  • Page 76 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 confi rm the change.
  • Page 77 WEB INTERFACE Copy EDID Copy EDID Press this button from the Manage ED 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 78 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 79: 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 80: Ip Confi Guration

    WEB INTERFACE IP Confi guration 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 81: 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 fi rmware.

  • Page 82: 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 titled “5 Volt”.
  • Page 83 WEB INTERFACE Power Lock State 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 specifi ed Power Status buttons (see previous page) and click the radio button next to ON.

  • Page 84: Network Cable Wiring Diagram

    NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM Gefen recommends the TIA/EIA-568-B wiring option. Please adhere to the table below when fi eld-terminating the cable for use with Gefen products. Color Orange / White Orange Green / White Blue Blue / White Green Brown / White Brown Cabling comes in stranded and solid core types.

  • Page 85: Firmware Update

    FIRMWARE UPDATE Firmware Update Procedure The following items are required to update fi rmware: • RS-232 Terminal (e.g. Windows-based PC running HyperTerminal). • RS-232 cable (do not use a null-modem cable) • Firmware fi les: DVI8x8 and GEFMTXFP To begin the update procedure the matrix Boot Loader must be activated. To activate the Boot Loader please follow the procedure below: Power-on the matrix.
  • Page 86 FIRMWARE UPDATE A message will appear in the terminal program: Waiting for the fi le to be sent ... (press ‘a’ to abort) In Hyperterminal, click Transfer > Send fi le... 10. Click Browse... and select the .BIN fi le corresponding to the boot loader which was activated.

  • Page 87: Rack Mount Safety Information

    RACK MOUNT SAFETY INFORMATION Maximum recommended ambient temperature: 45 ˚C (104 ˚F). Increase the air fl ow 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 approved safety ground and the grounding screw on the chassis.

  • Page 88: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifi er Bandwidth..............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 USB Input Connectors.............(8) USB 2.0 type “B” USB Output Connectors............(16) USB 2.0 type “A”...

  • Page 89: Warranty

    WARRANTY 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 90: 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 modifi cation, 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.
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