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1. gt Front IR sensor gt Front and side mount LEDs on the face of the KD HDMI2x4P unit indicate your selections Carefully open the battery cover of the IR remote control install the batteries as indicated in the hand held remote control unit and carefully put back the battery cover Your IR remote control is now ready for operation IR extender You may also want to use an IR extender You ll need to either mount the IR extender on the side of the KD HDMI2x4P unit or connect a wired serial connector cable if the connector is enabled in your unit gt Rear panel sensor perfect for IR extender such as available by Xantech gt Wired IR serial connector provided uses a Xantech compliant interface Contact Key Digital with the Serial Number of your unit to verify if your unit has the wired IR serial connector enabled N Second IR sensor IR Extender Can be used to mount the IR Extender like a Xantech Always test for video and audio quality FIRST before final installation of cables Serial IR Blaster hard wired RS 232 Control The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 18 19 Page 19 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Getting Started continued RS 232 Control Or you may want to tie the KD HDMI2x4P into your Home Theater control system using the RS 232 port gt Compatible with all control systems such as Crestron Elan AMX or Control4 gt Front and side mo
2. HDMI Output DVI Cable gt 30 FOOT MAXIMUM DVI D cables driven from HDMI with an HDMI to DVI D adapter gt Cable length extenders must be installed per their product instructions and must be tested before permanent installation DVI D Input The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Mey digital HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 14 15 5 15 06 12 34 41 PM Page 16 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Getting Started continued 4 If you do not plan on using the audio available from your sources over the HDMI link then connect your audio sources to the RCA and or Toslink input ports of your KD HDMI2x4P unit If you are using the audio provided via the HDMI audio link only then you may skip Steps 4 and 5 and proceed to Step 6 Your displays may have the capability to receive audio over the HDMI link and output the audio over built in speakers for example However you may also have separate audio systems or even a Surround Sound System Or your displays may only accept some other form of audio In addition to the audio provided over the HDMI link you have the following input options to the KD HDMI2x4P for audio sources see note 1 gt SPDIF audio outputs from the audio on the HDMI inputs 2 HDMI input connectors gt SPDIF is available at the four distribution amplifier outputs of the KD HDMI2x4P on 4 white left RCA female jacks gt Toslink optical audio inputs 2 Toslink connectors gt Converted to digital PCM
3. SPDIF or analog stereo Audio systems may be built into the displays Maybe a separate audio or Surround Sound systems gt User separately selects the audio format that is output over the white left RCA output jacks for distribution to the audio systems either gt SPDIF audio outputs 4 RCA female jacks see note 1 from the audio on the HDMI inputs 2 HDMI connectors gt Toslink optical audio inputs 2 Toslink connectors converted to digital PCM audio outputs 4 RCA female jacks see note 1 gt Digital PCM audio inputs 2 RCA female jacks and outputs 4 RCA female jacks see note 1 gt Analog stereo left amp right audio inputs 2 RCA female jack pairs and outputs 4 RCA female jack pairs see note 1 gt Auto select mode can be enabled to detect and switch to the active HDMI source input automatically gt An active source present on Input 1 is automatically switched to the outputs gt If no active input is present on Input 1 then Input 2 is switched to the outputs gt Expandable can cascade and daisy chain multiple units to accommodate additional HDMI sources and displays gt Up to 8 units in one room are individually addressable The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 30 31 Page 31 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Technical Specifications continued Video amp Audio Formats Supported gt gt gt HDMI Video amp Audio gt Ha
4. Stereo Left White amp Right Red Audio gt Handles ALL video frame rates and video resolutions including 1080p 60 Hz and clock rates up to 165 MHz HDMI SPDIF HDMI Video amp Audio Toslink Optical Audio HDMI Video amp Audio Toslink wired Digital PCM Audio Digital PCM Cable Box i a Toslink Optical Control Options for the KD HDMI2x4P Toslink Connector HDMI Connector HDMI Connector DVD Player AUDIO Digital PCM Digital PCM White Left White Left RCA Jack RCA Jack White Left HDMI or DVI D Video and White Left Red Right Red Right RCA Jack multiple Audio formats RCA Jack eqip Fa INPUTS Wired OUTPUTS IR Input One of FOUR identical but totally separate istribution amplifier outputs eE oen E PSE Be sure the Operation Mode switch is in the Normal position Second IR sensor Can be used e In conjunction with an IR Extender like a Xantech IR Extender Digital PCM e From Digital PCM Input e To operate the unit with your IR remote control IR or Wired IR e From Toslink Input e SPDIF from HDMI Audio Input White Left RCA Jack Analog Stereo e From Analog Stereo Input Audio from the HDMI link j White Left is also available at the Surround Sound Rre Righi Contact Key Digital with the Serial Number of your unit to HDMI 2x4 output as SPDIF Optional RCA Jack verify if your unit has the wired IR serial connector enabled The Exp
5. about using our products please contact us at either gt Phone 1 914 667 9700 or Toll free 1 888 258 2028 gt E mail tech keydigital com Customer Support gt For customer support questions about using our products please contact us at either gt Phone 1 914 667 9700 gt E mail customersupport keydigital com The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions rg g j i i MeL CidgiF al HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 34 35 5 15 06 12 35 15 PM KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Installation Notes Installation Notes The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions MEL cigizel HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 36 37 5 15 06 12 35 16 PM
6. banks of LEDs mounted in two handy positions on the unit So you can see the status from convenient vantage points There is even an intelligent auto sense mode you can select to automatically detect the active HDMI source and switch it to the outputs for display Here s what you can control on your KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher gt Select the desired input video and corresponding audio source for distribution to up to four displays and audio systems with convenient front and side LEDs that indicate your selection gt Separately select the desired audio output format to be available on the output RCA audio jacks for distribution to your audio system or simply the speakers built into your displays with front LEDs that indicate your selection gt Select the display EDID for your upstream source device with front The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 8 9 Page 9 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Key Features You ve come to expect only the best from Key Digital Here are some of the practical and convenient features you can enjoy with your state of the art KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher HDMI 2 input switcher to 4 output distribution amplifier gt Crystal clear digital switching of two 2 separate HDMI inputs to four 4 separate HDMI outputs gt Each output is totally independent and carries the same identical signal as the input gt Maintai
7. for output to your audio system or simply the speakers built into your displays While SPDIF out is generated from the HDMI audio on the selected input and Toslink inputs are converted to wired digital PCM your KD HDMI2x4P does NOT perform any audio processing or further audio conversions Hence the various audio output options require the corresponding form of audio to be input to the unit You have a choice of the following digital audio options over the white left RCA output jacks either gt SPDIF audio outputs from the audio on the HDMI inputs gt Assumes there is audio present on the selected HDMI input gt Toslink optical audio inputs converted to digital PCM audio outputs gt Assumes you have Toslink audio connected to the selected input gt Digital PCM audio if you input digital PCM gt Assumes you have digital PCM audio connected to the selected input Or you may choose analog stereo left and right channel audio over the white left and red right jacks assumes you have analog stereo audio connected to the selected input Note that since the white left RCA female jacks are shared among these signals for each of the four separate output banks only one of these audio formats HDMI SPDIF Toslink optical converted to digital PCM digital PCM or analog stereo left amp right is possible at a time If you select one of the above outputs on the RCA audio output jacks to drive your audio system you may also need o
8. installation of cables behind walls or ceilings and permanently securing the unit it is recommended to test for proper operation of the unit and cables in your system 2 Connect your HDMI or DVI D source devices to the input ports of your KD HDMI2x4P unit Do not connect the external 5 Volt DC supply provided to the back of the KD HDMI2x4P unit until ALL of your video and audio connections to the KD HDMI2x4P unit are complete HDMI HDCP or DVI Video HDMI HDCP or DVI Video INPUT 1 INPUT 2 To connect DVI D Video l use HDMI to DVI adapter ii oe Cabl DVD Player Connecting HDMI video from your sources to your KD HDMI2x4P input ports is easy video is delivered digitally and transparently over the HDMI link audio can also be carried over this HDMI link If one or both of the sources you would like to connect to your KD HDMI2x4P unit has only DVI D connectors then you should use Key Digital HDMI to DVI D adapters at the source output followed by an HDMI cable to connect that source to the HDMI connector inputs of your KD HDMI2x4P Note that while HDMI supports both video and audio over an HDMI cable DVI D supports video only and will therefore require that you connect any audio source separately to the KD HDMI2x4P as described later in this Operating Manual MeL CIigiFal 5 15 06 12 34 30 PM Page 14 Page 15 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Ge
9. the side of the KD HDMI2x4P E Each of the two 2 HDMI input connectors has a hot plug detect LED as an indicator that there is an active HDMI source The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 4 5 TERMINOLOGY Consumer Electronics Control DVI D Digital Video Interface Digital Extended Display Identification Data HDCP High bandwidth Digital Content Protection High Definition Multimedia Interface E Pulse Code Modulation EC LED PCM digital PCM RCA jack SPDIF Sony Philips Digital S PDIF Interface Toslink Toslink was originally Toslink created by Toshiba to connect their CD players to their receivers for PCM audio streams Page 5 AYU zZ w 2x4P Operating Instruct 1 IONS KD HDM CEC is an optional protocol used in HDMI systems that allows HDMI devices to pass control functions along to all devices within the system DVI D is a digital interface standard created by the Digital Display Working Group DDWG to convert analog video signals into digital video signals to accommodate digital monitors Typically used for PC monitors the video portion of HDMI as compatible with DVI D using simple adapters EDID is a VESA standard data format that contains basic information about a monitor and its capabilities Information includes vendor information maximum image size color characteristics factory pre set timings frequency range limits a
10. white left amp red right SPDIF audio output from the selected HDMI source Toslink optical audio converted to digital PCM and digital PCM audio outputs are available on the white left RCA female jack at each output bank Only one of these forms of audio may be selected for all output banks at the same time MeL CIgiFal 5 15 06 12 34 46 PM Page 18 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Getting Started continued 6 Connect the Control inputs to your KD HDMI2x4P unit if desired If you are using the on board pushbutton switches as the ONLY means to control your KD HDMI2x4P unit then you may skip Step 6 and proceed to Step 7 You will learn HOW to control your KD HDMI2x4P unit later in this Operating Manual Lets look at some of the ways you can control the unit and some of the required connections and wiring you may need to complete at this time to achieve proper control of your unit On board Pushbutton Switches Your KD HDMI2x4P unit may be controlled using the pushbutton switches provided on the face of the unit gt Convenient front panel pushbuttons for control and corresponding LEDs for status gt Front and side mount LEDs to indicate your selections gt HDMI hot plug detect LEDs provided on the input HDMI connectors No special wiring or connections are required IR remote control The KD HDMI2x4P can also be operated using the IR remote control provided with your unit gt Easy to operate IR remote control
11. 4P and the Operation Mode switch in the Normal position you may now plug in the external 5 VDC 5 Amp Power Supply provided with your unit to the jack on the back of the unit Then connect the power cord from the power supply into an appropriately rated wall outlet or power strip Carefully insert the power supply connector to the back of your KD HDMI2x4P unit You are now ready to learn how to operate your KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher using the front panel pushbutton switches MeL cigizel 5 15 06 12 34 49 PM Page 20 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Basic Operation Learn how to control and operate your KD HDMI2x4P using the front panel pushbutton switches with LEDs for monitoring your selections Operating and controlling your KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher is simple and intuitive This section of the Operating Manual guides you on how to use your KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher with the front panel pushbutton switches LEDs are provided in two convenient locations so that you can monitor the status of your selections In this section of the Operating Manual we will cover the following topics 1 First you will learn WHAT you need to control 2 Then you will learn the location of the various banks of pushbutton switches that control your unit and the corresponding LEDs that are provided to monitor the status of your selections 3 Finally you wi
12. KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Me digik l The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions Key Digital led by digital video pioneer Mike Tsinberg develops and manufactures high quality cutting edge technology solutions for virtually all applications where high quality video imaging is important Key Digital is at the forefront of the video industry for Home Theater Retailers Custom Installers System Integrators Broadcasters Manufacturers and Consumers We j provide total video system solutions because we know and help drive the technology the industry the business and all the latest up and coming standards But most of all we know exactly what you need for your unique application the right solution 521 East 3rd Street Mount Vernon NY 10553 Phone 914 667 9700 Fax 914 668 8666 Web www keydigital com Rev 0 April 2006 HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 2 1 KD FDMI2x4P 2 to 4 HDMI Distribution Amolifier and Switcher Operating Instructions FDMI2x4P rs omni The KD HDMI2x4P by Key Digital is a state of the art two inputs to four outputs HDMI Distribution Amplifier that ensures the absolute best crystal clear and pristine picture quality The KD HDMI2x4P is ready to handle ALL of your digital HD and SD video switching and distribution needs including 1080p 60 and a multitude of analog and digital audio formats rae xantech AMX GcrestAon Control MeL CigiFal T
13. ale jacks gt Analog stereo left amp right audio inputs 2 RCA female jack pairs white left amp red right All audio inputs except HDMI and Toslink are on color coded RCA female jacks gt For analog stereo audio white left amp red right gt For digital PCM audio use the white left RCA female jack only MeL cigizel 5 15 06 12 35 13 PM Page 82 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Technical Specifications continued Video amp Audio Output Banks gt Four 4 HDMI Video Audio output banks labeled Output 1 through Output 4 are provided on the rear panel with the following connectors gt HDMI Video amp Audio HDMI Type A 19 pin connector Supports products with HDCP Copy Protection To support displays with DVI D video inputs only use Key Digital HDMI DVI D adapters at the output of the KD HDMI2x4P and Key Digital DVI D cables to connect to the displays SPDIF audio outputs provided from the audio on the HDMI inputs gt In addition to the audio provided over the HDMI link output options at each of the four 4 output banks for audio include gt Digital PCM audio outputs white RCA female jacks see note 1 if digital PCM is input from a source gt SPDIF audio outputs provided from the audio on the HDMI inputs white RCA female jacks see note 1 gt Toslink optical audio converted to digital PCM audio outputs white RCA female jacks see note 1 gt Ana
14. and switcher The product has two separate independent HDMI inputs capable of supporting source and display products with HDCP High bandwidth Digital Content Protection copy protection Simply connect any two HDMI video sources like your DVD player and digital cable Set Top Box to the inputs of the KD HDMI2x4P Audio can be input in a multitude of formats including audio carried over the HDMI link output as HDMI and SPDIF Toslink optical output as wired digital PCM digital PCM and analog stereo left and right channels You can then independently drive up to four separate displays and audio systems all with the same video and audio source of your choosing delivering crystal clear pictures and premium audio quality Versatile video and audio inputs and outputs Let s look at the versatility offered by your KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher HDMI which carries both video and audio is input and output on separate 19 pin HDMI Type A connectors Flexible user selectable audio interfaces include HDMI inputs and outputs HDMI carries both video and audio SPDIF output derived from the HDMI audio input Toslink optical audio inputs converted to a wired digital PCM audio output digital PCM audio inputs and outputs and analog left amp right stereo audio inputs and outputs If you have a DVI D source device you want to switch or a display with a DVI D input you want to drive simply use Key Digital HDMI DVI adapte
15. audio outputs gt Available at the four distribution amplifier outputs of the KD HDMI2x4P on 4 white left RCA female jacks gt Digital PCM audio inputs 2 white RCA female jacks gt Available at the four distribution amplifier outputs of the KD HDMI2x4P on 4 white left RCA female jacks gt Analog stereo left amp right audio inputs 2 RCA female jack pairs white left amp red right gt Available at the four distribution amplifier outputs of the KD HDMI2x4P on 4 RCA female jack pairs 1 The white left RCA female jacks are shared among these signals for each of the four separate output banks so only one of these audio formats HDMI SPDIF Toslink optical converted to digital PCM digital PCM or analog stereo left amp right is possible at a time All audio inputs except HDMI and Toslink are on color coded RCA female jacks For analog stereo audio remember to follow and maintain the color code white left amp red right 9 ices ean ice Toslink Optical Audio Toslink Optical Audio L amp R Audio HDMI HDCP or DVI Video HDMI HDCP L amp R Audio or DVI Video To connect DVI D Video Cable Box use HDMI to DVI adapter DVD Player INPUT 1 INPUT 2 In the above example you are enabling the following audio options for your audio system The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 16 17 Page 1 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instruction
16. dapter DVD Player INPUT 1 INPUT 2 In the above example the input configuration allows you to drive your speakers or audio system as follows Source Additional Possible audio feeds delivered to your display or audio system for the audio above example ee P Toslink Digital PCM Analog thea converted to Stereo L amp R ake Digital PCM example Out HDMI White Left White Left White Left White Left Connector RCA female RCA female RCA female and Red jacks Right RCA female jacks Input 1 Left amp right Selected Cable Box analog HDMI stereo source input converted to SPDIF Input 2 Toslink Selected DVD Player optical HDMI source input converted to SPDIF As described earlier in this Operating Manual the white left RCA female jacks are shared Therefore only one of these audio formats is available at a time HDMI SPDIF Toslink optical converted to digital PCM digital PCM or analog stereo left amp right MeL CIgiFal 5 15 06 12 34 55 PM Page 22 Page 23 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Basic Operation continued Basic Operation continued iP Tee SOUE Beene aay BE 2 Now learn the location of the various banks of pushbutton switches that Because HDMI is a convenient plug and play standard your source device always knows the control your unit and the corresponding LEDs that are provided to monitor Capabilities of your display Since the KD HDMI2x4P distributio
17. ectable display EDID Capability and supports the HDMI CEC Consumer Electronics Control The perfect blend of HDMI switching distribution and convenient features that you ve been looking for The KD HDMI2x4P is ideally suited to interface your two favorite HDMI or DVI D source devices like your DVD player Satellite Box HD DVR Set Top Box or even your PC to up to four displays with an HDMI or DVI D input all the way up to 1080p 60 resolution Handles ALL frame rates and clock rates up to 165 MHz The KD HDMI2x4P is engineered for crystal clear switching and distribution delivering picture perfect images to your displays It also handles the switching and distribution of digital and analog audio The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 6 7 Page KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions KD HDMI2x4P Application Example Surround Sound Display w Speakers Display w Speakers L amp R PCM Audio HDMI HDCP or DVI Video HDMI HDCP or DVI Video To connect DVI D Video use HDMI to DVI adapter EX AN Dea emcee Fo Ve HDMI HDCP or DVI Video Cable Box DVD Player Toslink Optical Audio Toslink Optical Audio HDMI HDCP or DVI Video Select either of two HDMI video amp audio sources and switch them to up to four outputs displays and audio systems First and foremost you purchased your Key Digital KD HDMI2x4P as a distribution amplifier
18. erts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions MeL CIgiFal HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 2 3 5 15 06 12 34 00 PM Dara 7 f age 4 KD HDMI2x4P Oper ing Instructions OO Operating the KD HDMI2x4P Note that if you choose the Auto Select mode of input selection the KD HDMI2x4P looks for an active HDMI source on Input 1 to switch and distribute to your displays In this mode if your source connected to Input 1 is not active the HDMI2x4 automatically switches to Input 2 OUTPUT EDID CONTROL pushbutton lets you select the preferred display EDID gt Display resolution connected to Output 1 DIGITAL AUDIO SELECT pushbutton INPUT SWITCH CONTROL selects the type of gt Display resolution connected to Output 2 di wan gt Display resolution connected to Output 3 pusnouton AAAA ye gt Display resolution connected to Output 4 selects the input Source that send to your audio l systems gt Factory default 480p is the default JOU R OU y resolution displays and audio systems LEDs show your LEDs show your selection LEDs show your selection selection Using the table on the right as a guide the status LEDs let you monitor your output audio selection in addition to the audio provided over the HDMI link Digital audio is output over the white left RCA jacks only LEDs correspond to the selection of the Input Switch Control A handy second set of LEDs allows you to monitor your input source selection from
19. esolution connected to Output 3 gt Display resolution connected to Output 4 gt Factory default 480p is the default resolution LEDs show your selection The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 26 27 Page 2 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions IR Remote Control All the functions of the KD HDMI2x4P can be remotely accessed using the IR remote control supplied with your unit The status monitoring LEDs on the KD HDMI2x4P will light to indicate the selections you make with the IR remote control just like when you use the front panel pushbutton switches gt The IR remote control unit is based on Infrared technology so you need a clear line of site from the handheld control to the IR sensors located on the KD HDMI2x4P Always point the front of the remote control directly at the IR sensors located on the KD HDMI2x4P unit gt The IR remote control may not operate properly if there are objects placed between it and the IR sensors located on the your KD HDMI2x4P gt Be sure that you have installed the batteries in the handheld remote control unit Periodically replace batteries in the handheld unit as the operational distance of the remote control is affected by a weakened power source Main IR sensor JES 16i5 Fey DOO Wired IR Input Be sure the Operation Mode switch is in the Normal position Second IR sensor Can be used e In conjunction with an IR Exte
20. he Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions 5 15 06 12 33 49 PM KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Table of Contents Quick Facts and Quick Setup of the KD HDMI2x4P Terminology About the KD HDMI2x4P Key Features What s Included Getting Started Basic Operation IR Remote Control Firmware Upgrades RS 232 Commands Technical Specifications How to Contact Key Digital 2006 Key Digital Inc All rights reserved The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 2 1 11 12 20 Zi 29 29 30 34 Page 1 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Quick Facts and Quick Setup of the KD HDMI2x4P Thank you for purchasing the KD HDMI2x4P by Key Digital an HDMI 2 input switcher to 4 output distribution amplifier that supports 1080p 60 and HDCP copy protection It is the perfect choice for home theaters custom installers retailers and all digital video applications The KD HDMI2x4P handles HDMI video and audio various analog audio formats and is DVI D compatible with Key Digital adapters and cables It simply switches either of two 2 HDMI input sources to all four 4 of its outputs simultaneously driving up to four HDMI enabled displays and digital or analog audio systems There is no video or audio processing so your signals remain pure and untouched The KD HDMI2x4P is easy to control via front panel pushbuttons IR remote control IR extender and RS 2382 It co
21. how your located on the top and side of your unit e o o selection Top of the Unit Using the INPUT SWITCH CONTROL pushbutton cycle through to select LEDs correspond to the selection of the Input Switch Control A handy second set of LEDs allows you to monitor your input source selection from the side of the KD HDMI2x4P Cie Side of the Unit The Auto select mode may also be selected to detect and switch to the active HDMI source input automatically In this user selectable mode an active source present on Input 1 is automatically switched to the outputs If no active input is present on Input 1 then Input 2 is switched to the outputs The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 24 25 Page 25 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Basic Operation continued b Select the type of audio you want to send to your speakers or audio system The INPUT SWITCH CONTROL determines the source of video and audio The audio output sourced from either Input 1 or Input 2 is determined by your HDMI input source selection made using the INPUT SWITCH CONTROL Remember HDMI can carry both video and audio You can also select the output FORMAT using AUDIO SELECT CONTROL As described earlier in this Operating Manual the KD HDMI2x4P is feature rich and supports a multitude of audio formats You can separately select the desired audio output format to be available on the output RCA audio jacks
22. kly and easily set up your KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and Switcher unit Open the carton and you will find the following contents One KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher unit Separate external 5 Volt power supply IR remote control with batteries included Operating Instructions Manual Warranty card 0O A ON CAUTION When unpacking and installing the unit make all video and audio hookups and connections before plugging in the external power supply provided with your unit Do NOT apply power to the unit until all video and audio connections have been made to your KD HDMI2x4P unit from the source devices to the display s and or audio system s You MUST use the external power supply provided with your unit or you VOID the Key Digital Warranty and risk damage to your unit and associated equipment Getting Started Basic Operations IR Remote Control Learn how to control and Learn how to control and operate your KD HDMI operate your KD HDMI 2x4 using the front panel 2x4 using the IR Remote systems and control pushbutton switches with Control provided with and power supply to LEDs for monitoring your your unit the KD HDMI 2x4 selections Connect your video and audio sources and your displays and sound MeL cigizel 5 15 06 12 34 24 PM Page 12 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Getting Started Connect your video and audio sources and your displays and sound systems and contro
23. l and power supply to the KD HDMI 2x4 Setting up your KD HDMI2x4P HDMI 2 to 4 distribution amplifier and switcher for years of enjoyment is a snap Your KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher by Key Digital is easy to configure and operate In this section you will first connect all of your video and audio input and output devices to your KD HDMI2x4P unit These are the topics covered in detail in this section of the Operating Manual that you must follow for the proper installation of your KD HDMI2x4P unit 1 Find a safe and convenient location to secure mount or place your KD HDMI2x4P unit 2 Connect your HDMI or DVI D source devices to the input ports of your KD HDMI2x4P unit 3 Then connect your HDMI or DVI D Displays to the output ports of your KD HDMI2x4P unit 4 If you do not plan on using the audio available from your sources over the HDMI link then connect your audio sources to the RCA and or Toslink input ports of your KD HDMI2x4P unit 5 If you do not plan on using the audio available from your sources over the HDMI link then connect your audio systems to the RCA output ports of your KD HDMI2x4P unit 6 Connect the Control inputs to your KD HDMI2x4P unit if desired Be sure the Operation Mode Switch is set to the Normal position 8 Finally connect the power supply provided with your KD HDMI2x4P unit Typical KD HDMI2x4P interface configurations for the input Source devices and the outpu
24. ll learn how to make your selections using these pushbuttons and monitor the status of your selections with these LEDs 1 First you will learn WHAT you need to control Your KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher by Key Digital is very simple and intuitive to operate Since your switcher has two possible input sources for video and audio that may be switched to your displays and audio systems you can imagine that you need to make the following selections a Select the input source that you want to send to your display and speakers or audio system Do want to watch a movie from my DVD player or do want to watch NASCAR from my Cable Box The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 20 21 Page 21 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Basic Operation continued The KD HDMI2x4P let s you select either inout source to be switched for distribution to up to four displays The selected source provides video over the HDMI link As well the selected input serves as the audio source and audio can be distributed in a multitude of ways as described earlier in this Operating Manual b Select the type of audio you want to send to your speakers or audio system olol ees C Toslink Optical Audio Toslink Optical Audio L amp R Audio HDMI HDCP HDMI HDCP L amp R Audio or Dvr Video or DVI Video j To connect DVI D Video Cable Box use HDMI to DVI a
25. log stereo left amp right audio inputs 2 RCA female jack pairs white left amp red right see note 1 gt All audio outputs except HDMI are on color coded RCA female jacks gt For analog stereo audio white left amp red right gt For digital PCM audio use the white left RCA female jack only While SPDIF out is generated from the HDMI audio on the selected input and Toslink inputs are converted to wired digital PCM the KD HDMI2x4P does NOT perform any audio processing or further audio conversions Hence the various audio output options require the corresponding form of audio to be input to the unit first Connectors gt Each input and the output is comprised of the following connectors gt HDMI HDMI Type A 19 pin connector gt Digital Coaxial PCM audio 1 x RCA female white left jack gt Optical audio Toslink connector gt Analog stereo left amp right audio RCA female 1 each color coded left amp right gt RS 232C D sub 9 pin gt 5 pin power connector for external AC DC power supply input gt 3 5 mm jack for serial wired IR input The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 32 33 Page 33 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Technical Specifications continued Status and Control gt User selectable input video source for distribution to the displays gt Convenient on board pushbuttons for control and corresponding LEDs for status Pushbu
26. ly address multiple units up to 8 in the same room IML digia xantech IR Extender IR or Wired IR You may also want to use an IR extender such as available by Xantech gt Arear panel sensor is provided without directional lens perfect for Xantech IR extender gt Awired IR serial connector is also provided contact Key Digital with the Serial Number of your unit to verify if your unit has the wired IR serial connector enabled You ll need to either mount the IR extender on the side of the KD HDMI2x4P unit or connect the serial connector cable if the connector is enabled in your unit IR extender Contact Key Digital with the Serial Number of your unit to verify if your unit has the wired IR serial connector enabled The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 28 29 Page 29 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Firmware Upgrades From time to time Key Digital provides the option for you to update the Firmware that operates and controls your KD HDMI2x4P such as to add a new or improved feature These updates are optional and you should only perform upgrades as provided and instructed by Key Digital Check our web site at www keydigital com for the latest firmware updates for your unit Should a Firmware Upgrade be available that you are interested in installing please contact Key Digital with the Serial Number of your unit to determine the correct Firmware Upgrade procedu
27. m Key Digital lf any of the displays you would like to connect to your KD HDMI2x4P unit has only DVI D Limitations of the HDMI source sink devices and or the use of inferior cables connectors then you should use Key Digital HDMI to DVI D adapters at the KD HDMI2x4P may further restrict the length of your cable runs elie Sean by a Aa ert a Ge from ih es of P epa i k a eT 3 input of the display Note that while supports both video and audio over an cable When using an HDMI cable extender like the Key Digital KD HDB150 always DVI D supports video only and will therefore require that you connect any audio outputs separately test first for proper operation and error free picture amp audio quality and follow as described later in this Operating Manual the instructions provided with the unit for proper installation and configuration DVI D Displays If your display does not support HDMI but has a DVI D input you will need an HDMI to DVI D Use extreme care when adapting DVI D to HDMI and HDMI to DVI D Adapter at the output of the KD HDMI2x4P The Key Digital HDMI to DVI D Adapter is the perfect choice Always use an adapter at the source that is at the start of the run test first before installing permanently in your system and restrict your cable lengths as follows gt 50 FOOT MAXIMUM HDMI cables driven from a DVI D source with a DVI D to HDMI adapter or less for 1080p 60 video resolution ea O amp
28. mes complete with user selectable options for display EDID and audio output format Conveniently located status monitoring LEDs in two locations allow you to quickly see your choices Multiple units can be daisy chained for expansion and up to eight 8 units can be individually addressed in the same room If you are familiar with HDMI Switching and Distribution use the following Quick Setup to guide the hook up operation and control of your KD HDMI2x4P Always follow all detailed instructions provided in this entire Operating Manual The KD HDMI2x4P Quick Setup Guide on the following pages covers the following topics gt The Input and Output Capabilities of the KD HDMI2x4P gt The Input and Output Ports gt Control Options for the KD HDMI2x4P gt Operating the KD HDMI2x4P MeL cigizel 5 15 06 12 33 52 PM Page 2 Page 3 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions KD HDMI2x4P Quick Setup Guide The Input and Output Ports Do not connect the external 5 Volt DC supply provided to Peo ere the back of the KD HDMI2x4P unit until ALL of your video and two banks Input 1 and Input 2 receive HDMI four banks Output 1 Output 2 Output 3 audio connections to the KD HDMI2x4P unit are complete video and a variety of audio options and Output 4 drive up to four displays and audio systems The Input and Output Capabilities of the KD HDMI2x4P Analog Stereo Left White amp Right Red Audio Analog
29. n amplifier and switcher lets you the status of your selections distribute the selected source to up to four displays you ll want to be able to tell your selected source device which display and hence resolution format is preferred OUTPUT EDID CONTROL pushbutton In this example select this display to send the EDID information lets you select the preferred display EDID secede daa to the upstream source device That way whichever source you gt Display resolution connected to Output 1 SELECT pushbutton choose will output no greater than 480p and all displays will be active gt Display resolution connected to Output 2 INPUT SWITCH CONTROL selects the type of gt Display resolution connected to Output 3 pusnouton cee can 2 gt Display resolution connected to Output 4 selects the input Source that Sene O VOUFAUdIG tems gt Factory default 480p is the default YOUNA 1O SONO VOUT De resolution displays and audio systems LEDs show your LEDs show your selection LEDs show your selection selection Using the table on the right as a guide the status LEDs let you monitor your output audio selection in addition The KD HDMI2x4P lets you select any one of the four displays to provide the preferred EDID to the audio provided over the HDMI link Digital audio is that s the jargon for the format or you can select the factory default of 480p The smart EDID output over the white left RCA jacks only selection capability lets YOU
30. nd character strings for the monitor name and serial number HDCP is the copy protection scheme adopted for use with HDMI HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface that supports over one cable standard enhanced and high definition video and multi channel audio It is backward compatible with DVI D for the video portion using simple adapters IR like the Infrared remote control Simply point the front of an IR remote control unit towards the IR sensor on the product to be controlled LEDs light emitting diodes are like small light bulbs that light up to indicate a selection and are used as status indicators PCM is a sampling technique for digitizing analog signals especially audio signals Used in this Operating Manual to refer to digital audio An RCA jack or what was called a phono plug is an industry standard audio connector used for the audio inputs and outputs of the KD HDMI2x4P The left white jack is used for the digital audio formats Analog stereo audio uses both jacks where white the left channel and red the right channel SPDIF also written as S PDIF is a standard audio file transfer format developed jointly by Sony and Philips corporations S PDIF allows the transfer of digital audio signals from one device to another without having to be converted first to an analog format Toslink also written as TOSLINK is a standardized optical fiber connection system most commonly
31. nder like a Xantech e To operate the unit with your IR remote control IR Extender IR or Wired IR The handheld IR remote control allows you to quickly and conveniently perform the same control functions as with the on board pushbutton switches a Select the input source that you want to send to your display and speakers or audio system b Select the type of audio you want to send to your speakers or audio system c Tell the source the preferred display EDID MeL CIgiFal 5 15 06 12 35 06 PM Page 28 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions IR Remote Control continued The following figure of the IR remote control that is provided with your KD HDMI2x4P unit indicates the functions of each pushbutton and hence all of the functions you can remotely control KD HDMI2x4P IR Remote Control and Pushbutton Callouts www keydigital com ON O OFF OFF Turns unit ON Turns unit OFF EDID Select DIMP EETI EDID Select Select Display 1 2 3 4 or Factory Default D 480p as the preferred display resolution EDID Reserved for future use Input Select Input Select Select Source Input 1 or 2 or AUTO mode 1 Auto Audio Format Select Select Output Audio format gt SPDIF from the HDMI link SPDIF TOSL PCM gt Toslink optical converted to wired PCM gt PCNM gt Analog stereo left amp right Output on the RCA left white jacks only Audio Format Select Device Select Individual
32. ndles ALL video frame rates gt Handles clock rates up to 165 MHz gt Compatible with all video resolutions including Up to 1080p 60 ALL frame rates including the popular 60 Hz 50 Hz and 72 Hz refresh rates Supports products with HDCP High bandwidth Digital Content Protection copy protection In addition to the audio provided over the HDMI link supports a multitude of audio formats gt HDMI audio converted to SPDIF outputs gt Toslink Optical audio inputs converted to digital PCM audio outputs gt Digital PCM audio inputs and outputs gt Analog stereo left amp right audio inputs and outputs All outputs are separate but carry identical video and audio signals gt Performs no video or audio processing Video amp Audio Input Banks gt Two 2 HDMI Video Audio input banks labeled Input 1 and Input 2 on the front panel with the following connectors gt HDMI Video amp Audio HDMI Type A 19 pin connectors Supports products with HDCP Copy Protection To support sources with DVI D video outputs only use Key Digital DVI D adapters at the source output SPDIF audio outputs provided from the audio on the HDMI inputs In addition to the audio provided over the HDMI link input options for audio sources at each of the two 2 input banks include gt Toslink optical audio inputs Toslink connectors Converted to digital PCM audio outputs gt Digital PCM audio inputs white RCA fem
33. ng external power supply gt Enclosure type Metal gt Input power External AC DC power supply included 5 Volt DC 5 Amps 110 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 1 The white left RCA female jacks are shared among these signals for each of the four separate output bank so only one of these audio formats HDMI SPDIF Toslink optical converted to digital PCM digital PCM or analog stereo left amp right is possible at a time 2 Contact Key Digital with the Serial Number of your unit to verify if your unit has the wired IR serial connector enabled 3 Contact Key Digital with the Serial Number of your unit to determine the correct Firmware Upgrade procedure for your unit See our web site at www keydigital com for Firmware Upgrade instructions MeL CIigiFal 5 15 06 12 35 14 PM Page 34 rage 35 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions How to Contact Key Digital Warranty All Key Digital products are built to high manufacturing standards and should provide years of Repairs and Warranty Service trouble free operation They are backed by a limited two year parts and labor warranty gt Should your KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher require warranty service please contact Key Digital to obtain a Returned Materials Authorization RMA number Please contact us at either gt Phone 1 914 667 9700 gt E mail tech keydigital com Vv Technical Support gt For technical questions
34. ns pure digital and pristine picture quality from either of your two input sources to every output display and audio system gt HDMI Type A 19 pin connectors gt Supports DVI D video inputs and outputs with Key Digital HDMI DVI D adapters and cables gt Compatible with all video resolutions including gt Up to 1080 60 gt ALL frame rates including the popular 60 Hz 50 Hz and 72 Hz refresh rates gt Clock rates up to 165 MHz gt Supports products complaint with HDCP Copy Protection gt User selectable or factory default output display EDID for HDMI upstream source device gt HDMI functionality with hot plug detection gt Supports CEC Consumer Electronics Control gt An optional protocol used in HDMI systems that allows HDMI devices to pass control functions along to all devices within the system gt Auto select switching of the active HDMI source input can be activated gt Expandable and future proof can cascade and daisy chain multiple units to accommodate additional HDMI sources and displays Switches and distributes video and audio with individual input and output connectors for gt HDMI with HDCP video and audio inputs 2 HDMI connectors and outputs 4 HDMI connectors gt All audio inputs and outputs except HDMI inputs and outputs and Toslink inputs are available on color coded RCA female jacks gt Separately select the desired audio output format to be available on the output RCA audio jacks for o
35. or output 1080p 60 that display would not operate Since the KD HDMI2x4P lets you drive up to four different displays its smart EDID selection capability lets YOU tell the source device which display EDID should be the master that determines the best display resolution for all your displays For example if three of your displays handle HD 1080p 60 but one handles only SD 480p then the only way to light up all four displays is for you to set the KD HDMI2x4P via the EDID selection control switch to tell the source to output no more than 480p Supports HDMI CEC Key Digital has engineered it all into the KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher even CEC pass through CEC Consumer Electronics Control is an optional protocol used in HDMI systems that allows HDMI devices to pass control functions along to all devices within the system Your KD HDMI2x4P supports this capability So easy to operate and control With so much versatility and so many features you may be asking Is the KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher by Key Digital easy to operate and control In fact it couldn t be easier Simply use the convenient front panel pushbutton switches the IR remote control provided an IR extender optical or hardwired like those manufactured by Xantech or your RS 232 control system to select the source you want to enjoy on your displays and audio systems Monitor the status of your selections with
36. r want to turn off the speakers if available on your display that may be simultaneously receiving HDMI audio so they do not interfere with your listening pleasure MeL CIigiFal 5 15 06 12 35 03 PM Page 26 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Basic Operation continued Cycle through the various audio options using the AUDIO SELECT pushbutton to make the desired format available on the output RCA audio jacks Digital audio options are available on the white left jacks only HDMI audio is always available over the HDMI link presuming your HDMI input also contains audio DIGITAL AUDIO SELECT pushbutton selects the type of audio you want to send to your audio systems LEDs show your selection The status LEDs let you monitor your audio selection following this table as a guide c Tell the source the preferred display EDID Using the OUTPUT EDID CONTROL pushbutton the KD HDMI2x4P lets you select any one of the four displays to provide the preferred EDID that s the jargon for the display format or you can select the factory default of 480p The smart EDID selection capability lets YOU tell the source device which display EDID should be the master that determines the best display resolution for your source to provide OUTPUT EDID CONTROL pushbutton lets you select the preferred display EDID gt Display resolution connected to Output 1 gt Display resolution connected to Output 2 gt Display r
37. re for your unit You may then be instructed to go to our web site at www keydigital com for the actual Firmware Upgrade instructions RS 232 Discrete Commands You can remotely control HDMI2x4 functions through the rear panel RS 232C connector using a HyperTerminal or other compatible interface Set your RS 232C connection to 57600 baud 8 data bits no parity 1 stop bit The table below lists the Discrete RS 232 Commands that allow you to control your KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher unit m OOOO Soo o C fomeron OP fmerof OP select source input gt 1 lt 1 3 gt gt 3 for auto selection unlock buttons select audio output gt a lt 0 gt Analog R L gt a lt 1 gt HDMI gt a lt 2 gt Toslink gt a lt 3 gt PCM EDID control gt e lt 1 5 gt gt 5 for default MeL CIgiFal 5 15 06 12 35 10 PM Page 30 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Technical Specifications Model KD HDMI2x4P Distribution Amplifier and Switcher CERTIFIED 480p 720p 1080i 1080p The KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher maintains pure digital and pristine picture quality from either of two 2 input sources to up to four 4 displays and audio systems Switches and Distributes Video and Audio gt User selects either Input 1 or Input 2 as the source for video and audio gt Video is distributed to displays over HDMI gt Audio is distributed to the audio systems over HDMI digital PCM
38. rs and cables All audio inputs and outputs except HDMI inputs and outputs and Toslink inputs are available on color coded RCA female jacks MeL cigizel 5 15 06 12 34 18 PM Page 8 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Display EDID selection Because HDMI is a convenient plug and play standard your source device like your DVD player always knows the capabilities of your display That s because the display through the HDMI link tells the source its preferred resolution format This preferred resolution format among other details of the display are a part of the display s EDID EDID Extended Display Identification Data Since the KD HDMI2x4P distribution amplifier and switcher lets you distribute the selected source to up to four displays you ll want to be able to tell your selected source device which display and hence resolution format is preferred The KD HDMI2x4P lets you select any one of the four displays to provide the preferred EDID that s the jargon for the format or you can select the factory default of 480p So let s say you have a DVD changer connected to a video processor that can output every imaginable resolution even true HD 1080p 60 If you connect the output of the video processor using HDMI to a display that can only handle up to SD resolution like 480p then the display EDID automatically tells the video processor to output no more than 480p After all if the video process
39. s Getting Started continued Possible AUDIO feeds provided by the source for the above example Source Video Over the SPDIF Toslink Digital PCM Analog Stereo HDMI link extracted from HDMI y Input 2 Output from the Toslink If you do not plan on using the audio available from your sources over the HDMI link then connect your audio systems to the RCA output ports of your KD HDMI2x4P unit If you are using the audio provided via the HDMI audio link only then you may skip Steps 4 and 5 and proceed to Step 6 Later on in this Operating Manual you will learn how to select the analog stereo audio provided from the source at Input 1 in our example above or the Toslink audio provided from the source at Input 2 in our example above You could also select the audio provided over the HDMI link or you could provide and then select a source of digital PCM audio as well OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 3 Display w Speakers HDMI HDCP HDMI HDCP or DVI Video L amp R Audio or DVI Video L amp R Audio m OO mOl YS BO HDMI HDCP HDMI HDCP or DVI Video or DVI Video L amp R Audio OUTPUT 2 OUTPUT 4 Display w Speakers Surround Sound Display w Speakers For DVI D applications use a Key Digital HDMI to DVI D Adapter at the Output of the KD HDMI 2x4 All audio outputs except HDMI are on color coded RCA female jacks If using analog Stereo audio please remember to follow and maintain the color code
40. t Sink display and or audio components of your home theater setup or other installation are illustrated in the following instructions Input Ports Output Ports A typical INPUT PORT there are two individual A typical OUTPUT PORT there are four banks to receive one of up to two sources of individual banks to drive one of up to four HDMI video and a variety of audio options displays and speakers or audio systems Analog Stereo Left White amp Right Red Audio Analog Stereo Left White amp Right Red Audio HDMI SPDIF HDMI Video amp Audio Toslink Optical Audio HDMI Video amp Audio Toslink wired Digital PCM Audio Digital PCM The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 12 13 Page 13 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Getting Started continued 1 Find a safe and convenient location to secure mount or place your KD HDMI2x4P unit Take advantage of the convenient mounting flanges built into the unit Use proper care to secure the unit to walls or other surfaces using appropriate anchors and or mounting hardware not included with your unit The KD HDMI2x4P unit can run hot so it is recommended to leave enough ventilation space to provide sufficient airflow and cooling especially if you are going to leave the unit On most of the time Be sure to allow sufficient airflow and do not cover the ventilation openings on the side of the unit Before final
41. te control gt Front and rear panel IR sensors provided rear panel sensor perfect for Xantech IR extender gt Wired IR serial connector provided see note 2 gt RS 232 port gt Compatible with all control systems gt Firmware upgradeable see note 3 1 The white left RCA female jacks are shared among these signals for each of the four separate output banks so only one of these audio formats HDMI SPDIF Toslink optical converted to digital PCM digital PCM or analog stereo left amp right is available at a time 2 Contact Key Digital with the Serial Number of your unit to verify if your unit has the wired IR serial connector enabled 3 Contact Key Digital with the Serial Number of your unit to determine the correct Firmware Upgrade procedure for your unit Check our web site at www keydigital com for Firmware Upgrade instructions and notification of any available Firmware Upgrades for you to optionally install in your unit Technology It s the custom Key Digital technology that allows us to deliver the highest level of picture quality attainable in all of our products like the proprietary technology we engineered for you into the KD HDMI2x4P AS renn SURFACE MOUNT MULTI LAYER AUTO SENSE TECHNOLOGY BOARD TECHNOLOGY eee The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 10 11 Page 11 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions What s Included Follow these instructions to quic
42. tell the source device which display EDID should be the master that determines the best display resolution For our example above youd probably want to select the 480p display since it can t handle 768p or 1080 60 the higher resolution 768p and 1080p 60 displays can handle 480p LEDs correspond to the selection of the Input Switch Control A handy second set of LEDs allows you e to monitor your input source selection from the side of the KD HDMI2x4P Each of the two 2 HDMI input connectors has a hot plug detect LED as an indicator that there is an active HDMI source The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions MeL cdigikzal HDMI2x4P_Manual indd 22 23 5 15 06 12 35 01 PM Page 24 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Basic Operation continued 2 Finally you will learn how to make your selections using these pushbuttons and monitor the status of your selections with these LEDs The pushbutton controls allow you to cycle through until you reach your desired selection Carefully depress the pushbutton of choice and release Monitor your selections with the LEDs a Select the input source that you want to send to your display and speakers or audio system INPUT SWITCH CONTROL pushbutton selects the input Source gt Source Input 1 that you want to send to gt Auto select the active source your displays and audio gt Source Input 2 systems Monitor your selection with the LEDs LEDs s
43. tting Started continued Getting Started continued DVI D sources 3 Then connect your HDMI or DVI D Displays to the output ports If your source does not support HDMI but has a DVI D output you will need a DVI D to HDMI of your KD HDMI2x4P unit Adapter at the output of your source The Key Digital DVI to HDMI Adapter is the perfect choice Surround Sound OUTPUT 1 Display w Speakers Display w Speakers HDMI HDCP HDMI HDCP or DVI Video or DVI Video Key Digital HDMI Cable ao K KO exo K lt O29 K O exaK DVD Player HDMI Cable HDMI HDCP HDMI HDCP A Important notes about digital Cables and Cable lengths A or DVI Video or DVI Video CAUTION Always test first before permanently installing the KD HDMI2x4P OUTPUT OUTPUT 4 Always test the picture and audio quality integrity of the connections and overall Display w Speakers CETE Display w Speakers operation before permanently installing the KD HDMI2x4P in your system and For DVI D applications use a Key Digital HDMI to DVI D Adapter at the Output of the KD HDMI 2x4 especially before cables are pulled behind walls or ceilings Since HDMI can carry both video and audio you can take advantage of the HDMI link from your gt It is recommended that you always use high quality HDMI or source selection to your display to drive the speakers built into your display if you desire DVI D if applicable cables like those available fro
44. ttons provided on the face of the unit Front and side mount LEDs for switching status gt User selectable input audio source for distribution to the audio systems gt Convenient front panel pushbuttons for control and corresponding LEDs for status Pushbuttons provided on the face of the unit Front mount LEDs for audio select status gt User selectable or factory default display EDID for upstream source device gt Convenient front panel pushbuttons for control and corresponding LEDs for status Pushbuttons provided on the face of the unit Front mounted LEDs for EDID selection status HDMI hot plug detect LEDs provided on the input HDMI connectors gt Easy to operate IR remote control gt Separate front and rear panel IR sensors provided rear panel sensor is perfect for use with an IR extender such as available from Xantech gt Wired IR serial connector provided see note 2 gt RS 232 port gt Compatible with all control systems like Crestron AMX Elan Control4 gt Used for Firmware upgrades see note 3 gt Supports CEC Consumer Electronics Control gt HDMI protocol that allows HDMI devices to pass control functions along to all devices within the system gt Each unit up to 8 in one room is individually addressable using the IR remote control Mechanical gt No fan noise gt Product Size 10 L x 4 5 W x 1 5 H excluding mounting flanges gt Product Weight 5 7 Ibs excludi
45. unted LEDs on the face of the KD HDMI2x4P unit indicate your selections Connect your Home Theater Control System to the KD HDMI2x4P unit using the RS 232 port following all instructions provided with your Control System 7 Be sure the Operation Mode Switch is set to the Normal position Once you have made all the video and audio connections to your KD HDMI2x4P set the Operation Mode Switch located on the side panel of the unit is to the Normal position The slide switch labeled Operation is a Mode Switch that must be set to Normal for proper operation of your unit Only slide the switch to the Mode 1 position if you perform a Firmware Upgrade Check our web site at www keydigital com for Firmware Upgrade instructions and notification of any available Firmware Upgrades that you may want to install in your unit Slide the Operation Mode Switch located on the side of your unit to the Normal position for proper operation Do NOT slide the switch to the Mode A position and apply power or you may start an unwanted Firmware Upgrade of your unit If you do so immediately disconnect power from your unit and contact Key Digital 7 Finally connect the power supply provided with your KD HDMI2x4P unit You MUST use the Power Supply provided with your unit or you VOID the Key Digital Warranty and risk damage to your unit and associated equipment With all equipment connected to your KD HDMI2x
46. used in consumer audio equipment to carry a digital audio stream between components Mey cigiF al 5 15 06 12 34 02 PM Page 6 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions About the KD HDMI2x4P HDMI lets source devices such as your DVD player Satellite Set Top Box or PC digitally interconnect and talk with your sink devices namely your displays and audio systems Your KD HDMI2x4P HDMI distribution amplifier and switcher by Key Digital will switch and distribute directly to your displays and audio systems precisely the exact video and audio signals delivered by your sources transparently pristinely truly untouched and crystal clear lL ae fe on oe et Ve Ve ve Xe Er Mey cigi al The KD HDMI2x4P concurrently switches and distributes HDMI digital HD and SD video and audio and is DVI D compatible with Key Digital adapters and cables It also allows you to separately select for output on RCA audio jacks either SPDIF audio derived from the audio that can be present on the selected HDMI source input Toslink optical audio input converted to digital PCM audio digital PCM audio or analog left amp right stereo audio All the features of the KD HDMI2x4P can be controlled via front panel pushbutton switches IR remote control or RS 232 Conveniently located status monitoring LEDs in two locations allow you to monitor the status of your selections The product also provides a user sel
47. utput to your audio system or simply the speakers built into your displays either see note 1 gt Audio on the HDMI inputs 2 HDMI connectors converted to SPDIF audio outputs 4 RCA female jacks gt Toslink optical audio inputs 2 Toslink connectors converted to digital PCM audio outputs 4 RCA female jacks gt Digital PCM audio inputs 2 RCA female jacks and outputs 4 RCA female jacks gt Analog stereo left amp right audio inputs 2 RCA female jack pairs and outputs 4 RCA female jack pairs MeL cigizel 5 15 06 12 34 19 PM Page 10 KD HDMI2x4P Operating Instructions Key Features continued While SPDIF out is generated from the HDMI audio on the selected input and Toslink inputs are converted to wired digital PCM your KD HDMI2x4P does NOT perform any audio processing or further audio conversions Hence the various audio output options require the corresponding form of audio to be input to the unit Easy to install in minutes gt Simple to connect in your system gt Built in mounting flanges provided Easy to control and operate gt Convenient front panel pushbuttons for control and corresponding LEDs for status gt Pushbuttons provided on the face of the unit gt Front and side mounted LEDs for switching status gt HDMI hot plug detect LEDs provided on the input HDMI connectors allow the user to observe the presence of active video on the connected HDMI inputs gt Easy to operate IR remo

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