DVI Video Wall Controller
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1. DVI Video Wall Controller EXT DVI VWC 242 ww 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 PST Monday thru Friday Pacific Time Write To Gefen LLC c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefen com support gefen com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice DVI Video Wall Controller is a trademark of Gefen LLC All trademarks are the property of their respective owners 2010 Gefen LLC All Rights Reserved Rev A1 0 A WO N 15 16 17 CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions Connecting And Operating The DVI Video Wall Controller Using The DVI Video Wall Controller EXT RMT VWC IR Remote Description Specifications Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the DVI Video Wall Controller Your complete satisfaction is very important to us Gefen Gefen delivers innovative progressive computer and electronics add on solutions that harness integration extension distribution and conversion technologies Gefen s reliable plug and play products supplement cross platform computer systems professional audio video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes with hard working solutions2. that are easy to implement and simple to operate The Gefen DVI Video Wall Controller Create a 2x2 video wall for a digital signage application Play back video at trade shows control center indoor lobby or other venues The Gefen Video Wall Controller takes one DVI input to display on four displays at up to 1920x1200p60 Also features include video adjustment to many displays and bezel sizes thanks to its border control feature A built in on screen display OSD facilitates operations An IR remote is included The Gefen Video Wall Controller creates a 2x2 video wall by default setting with a maximum resolution of 1920x1200p60 supported on each output Many video wall configurations are selectable which include full screen enlargement horizontal array four identical displays and more Multiple input and output resolutions are supported Each video quadrant is scaled and optimized Automated control is supported with RS 232 communications How It Works Connect the Video Wall Controller to a DVI source which could be a satellite tuner a computer player producing output for digital signage or just a set top box Connect up to four DVI compliant displays to the unit The input signal will be split and scaled to a maximum resolution of 1920x1200p60 on each DVI output Use the buttons on the front panel or the included remote control to adjust settings Note HDCP encoded sources are not supported OPERATION NOTES READ THESE
3. 52x870 1600x1200 1920x1080 i p Output Resolutions 1360x768 1400x1050 1600x1200 1366x768 1280x1024 1680x1050 1920x1200 1920x1080 By default the Output Resolution option should already be highlighted Press the lt or gt buttons to change the output resolution Press the MENU button to confirm the change Display Mode This option will set the output configuration of the DVI Video Wall Controller Please see the illustrations below for information on the gt USING THE DVI VIDEO WALL CONTROLLER The Illustration on the previous page depicts the display orientation for the following modes 1x1 The input signal is duplicated on all outputs SE gga 1x2 The input signal will span horizontally across displays 1 amp 2 and E gt 2x2 The input signal will be split into 4 quadrants to create a single image over outputs 1 2 3 and 4 u USING THE DVI VIDEO WALL CONTROLLER e 1 This mode is similar to the 2x2 mode but the entire input signal will be displayed on output 1 e 2 This mode is similar to the 2x2 mode but the entire input signal will be displayed on output 2 e Mode 3 This mode is similar to the 2x2 mode but the entire input signal will be displayed on output 3 10 USING THE DVI VIDEO WALL CONTROLLER Mode 4 This mode is similar to the 2x2 mode but the entire input signal will be displayed on output 4 u gt Use th
4. E DVI VIDEO WALL CONTROLLER How to Connect the DVI Video Wall Controller 1 Connect the DVI source to the DVI Video Wall Controller s DVI input port using the supplied DVI cable NOTE Please see page 8 for a complete listing of the supported input and output resolutions 2 Connect up to four DVI compliant display devices to the DVI output ports using user supplied DVI cables 3 Connect the included 12V DC power supply to the power input on the rear panel of the unit and the plug end into an open wall power socket How to Operate the DVI Video Wall Controller The DVI Wall Controller does not require much setup to begin operation All operation of the on screen menu is done using either the front panel buttons or the IR remote control For operation using the front panel control buttons please see page 7 Operation using the included remote control mirrors the front panel buttons There are corresponding buttons on the remote control that act exactly like the front panel buttons USING THE DVI VIDEO WALL CONTROLLER The front panel buttons provide quick access to the functions on the DVI Video Wall Controller Please note that the functions listed in this section can also be accomplished by using the same buttons found on the included IR remote control NAVIGATION The following buttons are present on the front panel e Menu Button This button will initialize the on screen display This on screen menu will a
5. LED This LED will be GREEN when a valid active input signal is detected This LED will be ORANGE when there is no active or valid input signal detected Menu Button This button will engage the on screen menu This button is also used as the OK button to confirm selections and changes when using the on screen menu Navigation Buttons These buttons gt Y are used to navigate the on screen menu Exit Button This button is used to navigate back to the previous screen when using the on screen menu When on the top most level the on screen menu will exit IR Infrared Receiver This receiver will receive commands from the included EXT RMT VWC IR remote control Line of sight must be preserved for proper operation to occur RS 232 Serial Communication Port This port is used to perform firmware updates DVI Output Ports 1 4 Digital Only These outputs will each support a single DVI compliant display device The output ports support digital DVI only DVI D DVI Input Port Digital Only This input will support a single DVI compliant device source device The input source will be split scaled and output via the DVI output ports The inputs accept digital DVI only DVI D 12V Locking DC Power Input This input will receive power from the included locking 12V DC power supply When attaching the power cable screw in the locking connector until it refuses to move any further do not overly tighten CONNECTING AND OPERATING TH
6. NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE DVI VIDEO WALL CONTROLLER The DVI Video Wall Controller does not support HDCP protected content This product will only support the RGB colorspace YCbCr is not supported Digital DVI D only is supported on the input and output connectors i e DVI D Please see page 8 for a complete listing of the supported input and output resolutions This unit generates a significant amount of heat and proper ventilation is necessary to ensure maximum product longevity FEATURES Features e Split and scale a single DVI D source to up to four DVI displays at once _ Easy to navigate OSD menu system e Adjustable border control feature e Input resolutions up to 1920x1200p60 e Output resolutions up to 1920x1200p60 e Fanless design for whisper quiet operation e Pair of rack ears included e IR remote control included e Field upgradable using RS 232 serial communication e Locking external power supply connector eliminates power interruptions if power cable is snagged or pulled Package Includes 1 1 1 1 1 1 DVI Video Wall Controller 6 foot DVI Cable M M EXT RMT VWC IR remote control 12V DC External Power Supply 6 ft DB9 Serial Cable M F User s Manual 2 2 re wre vy WH PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel Back Panel PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Power LED Indicator This LED will be active when the DVI Video Wall Controller is receiving power This is a dual colored
7. e or buttons to highlight the Display Mode option Press the lt or gt buttons to change the mode Press the MENU button to confirm the change Mask Control This will set the masking border compensation amount that is used to adjust the display to compensate for monitor bezels Use the A or buttons to highlight this option Press the MENU button to enter this item s submenu e Horizontal This will set the horizontal masking control Use the A or buttons to highlight the horizontal option and the lt or gt buttons to adjust e Vertical This will set the vertical masking control Use the A or Y buttons to highlight the vertical option and the lt or gt buttons to adjust 11 USING THE DVI VIDEO WALL CONTROLLER Mask Control This will enable disable the masking feature Use the or buttons to highlight this option and the lt or gt buttons to adjust Any changes enabling disabling or changing masking percentages must be confirmed but selecting this option and pressing the Menu button Use the EXIT button to return to the Main Screen System The System menu consists of the following items Factory Reset This will reset the unit to its default settings Factory Reset Use the A or buttons to highlight the factory reset option Press the MENU button to enter perform a factory reset 12 USING THE DVI VIDEO WALL CONTROLLER e Information This will d
8. ess the MENU button to confirm the change Use the EXIT button to return to the Main Screen 14 EXT RMT VWC IR REMOTE DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 1 Power Button This button toggles the unit between on and standby modes 2 Exit Button This button serves the same functions as the EXIT button on the front panel Please see page 5 for information on this button 3 6 Power Button This are the navigation buttons that function the same as the navigation buttons on the front panel Please see page 5 for information on these buttons 7 Menu Button This button serves the same functions as the Menu button on the front panel Please see page 5 for information on this button NOTE The remote control comes with a tab inserted into the battery compartment to preserve battery life before usage Please remove this tab before attempting operation of the remote control 15 SPECIFICATIONS Digital Video Bandwidth 165Mhz on each DVI output DVI Inputs ea 1 DVI D Digital Only 29 Pin Female DVI Outp fs 4 DVI D Digital Only 29 Pin Female Safety and Emission CCC CE FCC Rack Mounta ble serpen euren pnt een 1 50 rack size Operating Temperature 0 to 40 Degrees Celsius Dimensions ra nis 230mm W x 67mm H x 185mm D Power Supply 12V DC external ty
9. isplay information about the current firmware version output mode always DVI and display number GEFEN V20 091208 DVI Display 1 Use the A or buttons to highlight the information option Press the MENU button to view information e Misc This option will contain brightness contrast and OSD controls Use the A or buttons to highlight the misc option Press the MENU button to enter the misc menu e OSD Configuration This will enter the OSD configuration menu Use the A or buttons to highlight this option and the MENU buttons to enter the OSD configuration menu Please see page 14 for this menu Brightness This will globally set the brightness on all DVI outputs Use the A or buttons to highlight this option and the lt or gt buttons to adjust Contrast This will globally set the contrast on all DVI outputs Use the A or buttons to highlight this option and the lt or gt buttons to adjust 13 USING THE DVI VIDEO WALL CONTROLLER e Identify Monitors This is similar to the Information option but will be displayed on all DVI outputs This is useful for identifying which display is connected to which output GEFEN V20 091208 DVI Display 1 Use the A or buttons to highlight the identify monitors option Press the MENU button to identify monitors OSD Configuration This will set the OSD timeout Use the lt and buttons to adjust the OSD timeout setting Pr
10. pe with locking power connector Power Consumption scenie 24 Watts 16
11. ppear on Display 4 This button will also be used to confirm selections and initiate changes i e This button can also be thought of as an OK button e Navigation Buttons These buttons function as directional navigation for the on screen GUI e Exit Button This button will navigate the user to the previous screen When on the top most menu this button will exit the on screen menu OPERATION To initialize the on screen menu press the MENU button The Main Screen screen should appear on Display 4 The menu that is displayed is the top most level To exit the on screen menu press the EXIT button The Main Screen will appear like the image below Display 1920x1080 60Hz 2x2 USING THE DVI VIDEO WALL CONTROLLER From the Main Screen the following options are available Display Controls the output resolution screen mode and masking control System product and display information Global contrast and brightness controls can also be found under this option Use the or buttons to select the desired option Press the MENU button to enter the selected option s menu Display The Display menu consists of the following items Output Resolution This will globally set the DVI output resolution for all DVI outputs Please see the table below for a list of all supported input and output resolutions 720x350 832 624 1152x900 1680 1050 640 400 1920 1200 720 400 720x480 i p 640x480 1280x720 800x600 11
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