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*Preferred Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz w/ Dual Inputs and Local Output EXT-WHD-1080P-LR-TX EXT-WHD-1080P-LR-RX User Manual Release A2...
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Important Safety Instructions 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.
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FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Flexible mounting options: ¼”-20 thread, wall mounting, shelf placement • Handheld IR remote for easy setup and operation • Firmware update via Mini-USB port using Gefen Syner-G™ software • WHDI 1.0, FCC Part 15, IC, and ETSI-compliant • Additional Sender units (Gefen part no. EXT-WHD-1080P-LR-TX) available separately...
The Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz w/ Dual Inputs and Local Output ships with the items listed below. The packing contents for each product are listed below. If any of these items are not present in the box when you first open it, immediately contact your dealer or Gefen. EXT-WHD-1080P-LR •...
Table of Contents Getting Started Introduction......................2 Sender Unit ....................2 Receiver Unit ....................5 IR Remote Control ..................7 Installing the Batteries ................... 8 Installation ......................9 Connection Instructions ................. 9 Sample Wiring Diagram ................10 Basic Operation The Linking Process .................... 14 Switching Sources ....................
Introduction Page Title Sender Unit ® ® Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz S w/ Dual Inputs and Local Output ® Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz S w/ Dual Inputs and Local Output Input Info Input Info Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz S w/ Dual Inputs and Local Output DC 5V HDMI 1...
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Introduction Page Title Name Description 1, 2 These LED indicators will glow solid blue to indicate the currently selected input. Input Press and release this button to select the desired input. Info Press this button to display the info screen on the connected display.
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HD sources to control the source from the viewing location. SERVICE This mini-B USB port is used for firmware upgrades using Gefen Syner-G™. IR sensor This IR sensor receives signals from the included IR remote control.
Introduction Receiver Unit ® Info ® Input Info Input ® Info Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz R Input Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz R HDMI IR IN Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz R HDMI IR IN HDMI IR IN page | 5...
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Introduction Name Description Info Press this button to display the info screen on the connected display. The LED indicator indicates the current state of the Receiver unit. See LED Indicator Messages (page 37) for more information on LED messages. Input Press and release this button to select the desired input.
Introduction IR Remote Control Sender Sender Input Input *Preferred *Preferred ® ® RMT-WHD-1080P RMT-WHD-1080P Name Description Press this button to set the IR frequency required by the source device to use the IR emitter array. See Setting the IR Frequency (page 20) for more information.
Introduction Installing the Batteries Warning! Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Push and pull-up the tab at bottom of the IR remote to remove the battery cover. Make sure that the batteries are installed with the correct polarity, as shown in the illustration, below.
Installation Connection Instructions Video ► Connect one of the included HDMI cables from the HD source to the HDMI 1 port on the Sender unit. Connect the other (included) HDMI cable from a second HD source to the HDMI 2 port. Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI Out port on the Sender unit to a local HD display.
Installation Sample Wiring Diagram HDMI CABLE IR IN IR OUT Local HDMI Display HDMI Source 2 EXT-WHD-1080P-LR HDMI Source 1 Sender unit IR Emitter Array (Up to 100 feet) EXT-WHD-1080P-LR Receiver unit HDMI Display at Remote Viewing Location IR Extender EXT-WHD-1080P-LR page | 10...
The Linking Process Once the power supplies are connected, the Sender and Receiver unit(s) will begin the linking process. During this time, the LED indicator on the Info buttons and Input LED Indicators will flash blue for approximately 10 - 15 seconds. After this time, the source will be shown on the display that is connected to the Receiver unit.
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The Linking Process Figure 2.2 - Info and Input LED indicators are solid blue when linked. An information window will be HDMI1 CH1 1920x1080 shown, in the upper-left corner of the display, for a few seconds after the Sender and Receiver unit are successfully linked.
Switching Sources ® Two HD sources can be connected to a single Sender unit. Press the Input button on the Sender or Receiver unit or on the included IR remote control to toggle between HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 input ports. Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz S w/ Dual Inputs and Local Output Information...
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Switching Sources If the IR remote control is being used, make sure to point the remote at the IR sensor ® on the Sender or Receiver unit. If using an IR extender, point the IR remote at the sensor of the IR extender. The input indicator on the Sender and Receiver unit will switch to the opposite input.
w/ Dual Inputs and Local Output Getting Source Information Input Info Make sure at least one HD source is connected to the Sender unit and the source is connected to the active input. DC 5V HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI OUT IR OUT SERVICE Input...
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Getting Source Information Information, similar to the following, will be shown on the display connected to the Receiver unit. Note that this information window is not displayed on the local output. HDMI1 CH2 1920x1080 = OFF Link icon Input Channel Resolution HDMI1 CH2 1920x1080 = OFF...
Setting the IR Frequency The IR frequency of the Sender unit can be changed to accommodate the IR frequency of the source device. Three frequencies are available: 38 kHz, 47 kHz, and 57 kHz. Most sources operate on 38 kHz IR frequency, but there are some cable/satellite boxes that require 56 kHz.
Using Multiple Sender Units Registering Sender Units If purchasing additional Sender units, each Sender unit must be registered with a Receiver unit in order for the Sender unit to communicate with the Receiver unit. Up to eight Sender units can be registered to a Receiver unit. In the example, below, Sender unit S1 is already registered with the Receiver unit, allowing both Sender unit S1 and the Receiver unit to communicate.
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Using Multiple Sender Units Sender Select Transmitter 1080PLRS Input Setup *Preferred ® RMT-WHD-1080P Press the ▼ button on the IR remote control to highlight the Setup option. Select Transmitter 1080PLRS Setup Press the OK button. The Setup window will be displayed. The Add New Transmitter option will be highlighted.
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Using Multiple Sender Units The display will go black and the following message will be displayed as the Receiver unit searches for additional Sender units. Searching..10. The Info LED indicator on the Receiver unit will slowly flash bright magenta, indicating that it is in register mode.
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Using Multiple Sender Units 12. After a few moments, the Info LED indicator on both the Receiver unit and the new Sender unit will flash bright magenta. Both units are now in register mode. ® ® Flashes magenta Info Input Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz S w/ Dual Inputs and Local Output Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz R...
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Using Multiple Sender Units The Select Transmitter screen will then be displayed. Select Transmitter 1080PLRS Setup Once the pairing has completed, The video from the registered Sender will be displayed or it will go to Search mode, then you must choose between the registered Senders in the Select Transmitter window.
Using Multiple Sender Units Selecting a Sender Unit Use this feature to switch between multiple Sender units. To switch between source devices on the active Sender unit, see Switching Sources (page 16). Point the IR remote control at IR sensor (or the IR extender) of the Receiver unit. Press the Sender button on the IR remote control.
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Using Multiple Sender Units After about 10 seconds, the image from the source device on the selected Sender unit will appear on the display. page | 27...
Using Multiple Sender Units Changing the Name of a Sender Unit This feature allows the default name of a Sender unit, in the list, to be modified. Point the IR remote control at IR sensor (or the IR extender) of the Receiver unit. Press the Sender button.
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Using Multiple Sender Units Press the OK button. The Setup window will be displayed. The Add New Transmitter option will be highlighted. Press the ▼ button on the IR remote control to highlight the Modify Transmitter Name option. Setup Add New Transmitter Remove Transmitter Modify Transmitter Name Return...
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Using Multiple Sender Units 10. Press the OK button. 11. The Edit transmitter name window will be displayed. Edit transmitter name 1080PLRS IR = Delete 12. The first character in the name will be highlighted with a cursor, as shown below. 1080PLRS ►...
Using Multiple Sender Units Removing Sender Units When a Sender unit is removed (unregistered), it will be removed from the Receiver unit and will no longer be recognized. Point the IR remote control at IR sensor (or the IR extender) of the Receiver unit. Press the Sender button on the IR remote control.
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Using Multiple Sender Units Setup Add New Transmitter Remove Transmitter Modify Transmitter Name Return Press the ▼ button on the IR remote control to highlight the Remove Transmitter option. Setup Add New Transmitter Remove Transmitter Modify Transmitter Name Return Press the OK button. The Remove Registered Transmitter window will be displayed.
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Using Multiple Sender Units 11. Press the OK button. 12. The selected Sender unit will be removed from the list. Removing 1080PLRS2 13. Once the Sender has been removed, select the Sender to be used. See Selecting a Sender Unit (page 26) for more information.
Surface-mounting Instructions The Sender and Receiver unit can be mounted to any flat surface, using the included wall anchors and screws. Drill two pilot holes for the Sender and Receiver unit, using the following measurements. 5.5 in. 5.5 in. 1.8 in. 1.8 in.
LED Indicator Messages The LED indicators on the Sender and Receiver unit provides basic information on the current state of the Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz w/ Dual Inputs and Local Output. Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz S Table 3.1 - Sender unit LED indicator messages Dual Inputs and Local Output Status Description...
LED Indicators Table 3.2 - Receiver unit LED indicator messages Status Description ® Info LED is off • No power supplied to the Receiver Info unit. Make sure the power supply is connected to the Sender unit. Input ® Info LED is solid blue •...
Icon Messages The following table lists the icon messages that are used and their meaning. Table 3.3 - Icon messages Message Description Initial power-up • This icon is displayed when the Sender and Receiver unit are both powered and attempting to link with one another.
Supported Resolutions The following table lists all available resolutions and timings that are supported by the Wireless for HDMI 5 GHz w/ Dual Inputs and Local Output. VESA timings are only supported when using DVI. Table 3.4 - Supported SD, HD, and VESA timings Resolution Timings 480p...
Specifications Supported Formats Resolutions (max.) • 1080p Full HD Connectors, Controls, and Indicators HDMI 1 (Sender) • 1 x HDMI Type A 19-pin, female HDMI 2 (Sender) • 1 x HDMI Type A 19-pin, female HDMI Out (Sender) • 1 x HDMI Type A 19-pin, female HDMI (Receiver) •...
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Specifications Physical Dimensions (W x H x D) • 7.2” x 1.3” x 3.9” (182mm x 33mm x 98mm) (Sender) • 3.8 x 1.4” x 3.8” (95mm x 35mm x 95mm) (Receiver) Unit Weight • 0.5 lbs (0.25 kg) (Sender) •...
Index Connection Instructions Packing List FCC Statement Receiver Unit Features HDMI, port Info, button Input, button Input, indicators IR In, port Getting source information IR sensor Mini-B USB, port Tripod connector Tripod connectpr USB A, port Installation Registering Sender Units IR Remote Control Register mode 24, 37,...
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