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1. gt ex8 HDTV DA USER MANUAL WWW gefen com ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE Technical Support Telephone 818 772 9100 800 545 6900 Fax 818 772 9120 Technical Support Hours 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Monday through Friday PST Write To Gefen Inc C O Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefen com support gefen com Notice Gefen Inc reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice The 2 8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier is a trademark of Gefen Inc 2007 Gefen Inc All Rights Reserved TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Front Panel Descriptions Back Panel Descriptions Dip Switch Settings Specifications Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the 2 8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier The 2 8 HDTV distribution amplifier is an innovative solution for anyone with more complex computer system requirements like studios and presentation venues where multi viewing is essen tial The 2 8 HDTV distribution amplifier accommodates various system scenarios Most commonly two video sources either DVI equipped computer DVD player or satellite set top box are connected to the distribution amplifier on one side On the output side eight video outputs are available to be used in part or in full Once the unit is connected and powered each source can be routed to multiple displays All DVI dis2. Contents The 2 8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier consists of 1 2x8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier 1 DVI 6ft Male to Male Cables 1 24VDC Power Supply 1 RMT 2 IR Remote 1 User Manual OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 2 8 HDTV DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER SYSTEM e All the monitors connected to the 2 8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier must be able to run at the same native resolution The 2 8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier does not scale the video e The 2 8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier units are housed in a metal box for better RF shield ing e You must connect the sources and displays prior to applying power to the unit e The power supply must not exceed 24VDC and can fluctuate between 12VDC and 24VDC maximum 2 8 HDTV DISTRIBUTION DA FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION Front Panel Function Description 1 IR Infrared sensor 2 DVI OUT DVI outputs 1 8 3 CH1 or CH2 Indicates which source is used 2 8 HDTV DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER BACK PANEL DESCRIPTION Back Panel Function Description 1 DVIIN 1 DVI source 1 2 DVIIN2 DVI source 2 3 DVI Expansion Output Expansion port to daisy chain multiple distribution ampli fiers expandable up to 256 outputs 4 DB 9 RS232 port currently not used 5 Edge Refer to page 5 6 Remote Not used 7 Serial Remote Not used 8 24 VDC 4 pin din power 24 VDC connector DIP SWITCH SELECT SETTINGS Postion Penton 1 Enables auto priority on
3. Priority Channel 1 channel 1 na Enables auto priority on Priority Channel 2 channel 2 2 Dynamic HPD HPD Dynamic Follow SW 6 6 HPD On Off HPD Float 5V to HPD if SW5 is on FE EDGE SELECT Default Positive Negative Edge edge HPD Hot Plug Detect SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifier Bandwidth na ia ee 1 65 GHz o A 1920 x 1200 Vertical Freguency Range anne ee 60 Hz DVI Input Output Connector Typen ann mate cacicxndincieaniesiuebaeslocatedessinaeeiniedvteewelcandy DVI I Power CONSI ana ee 60 Watts max POWER SII prlde is 24VDC DIMENSIONS a 17 W x 1 75 H x 7 5 D Rackmountable lesen 1 Rack Space SHIPPING WEIL siii ee 8 Lbs WARRANTY Gefen Inc warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen Inc is notified within two 2 year from the date of shipment Gefen Inc 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 Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of parts and labor in effect at the time of repair Such repairs are warranted for ninety 90 days from the day of reshipment to the Buyer This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied including without limitation any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness fo
4. plays are driven by the two DVI sources with each source or computer capable of driving eight displays at one time For home theater applications the unit is HDCP high definition content protection compliant making it effective for use with all HDTV displays How it works Gefen s exetendeit 2 8 HDTV distribution amplifier is an expandable distribution hub that sends the same DVI graphics source to eight DVI based digital screens flat panels or projectors It is a flexible solution that accommodates multiple DVI displays You can switch from source one and two via the RMT 2IR remote control The 2 8 HDTV distribution amplifier is also equipped with an auto sensing feature to switch between whatever source is active When one source is inactive it will automatically switch to the active source The exetendeit 2 8 HDTV distribution amplifier is connected with a DVI male to male cable from the DVI graphic source to the distribution amplifier input There are eight DVI outputs in each module DVI output one is the primary connection and is used for the main display DVI output 2 thru 8 follow the main display The 2 8 HDTV distribution amplifiers is using a unique DVI Bus technology to connect multiple amplifiers without sacrificing a DVI output connection The ninth output is an expansion output used to daisy chain an additional 2 8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier The 2 8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier is expand able to 256 outputs 32 HDTV DA s
5. r any particular purpose all of which are expressly disclaimed 1 Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty 2 Customers outside the US are responsible for shipping charges to and from Gefen 3 Copper cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cable must be free from any scratches markings and neatly coiled The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate However Gefen Inc assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual In no event will Gefen Inc be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual even if advised of the possibility of such damages The technical information contained herein regarding The 2 8 HDTV Distribution Amplifier features and specifications is subject to change without notice
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