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1. K erel GEFEH e 4 4 HDMI MATRIS 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs GEF HDFST 444 4ELR User Manual www gefenpro 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 thru Friday Pacific Time Write To Gefen LLC c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefenpro com support gefenpro com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs is a trademark of Gefen LLC HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing in the United States and other countries Faz FAST SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY 2013 Gefen LLC All rights reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective owners Rev A1 CONTENTS BINT OU THON ME 1 EE eg eeler 2 Package tere ia tytn tr Tater nema retin se ont E 2 ENKE e EE 3 Matix Re Ses scree weed eacere rete seser oe seenadercnncenceouscnecezenseracecereeuesencuan sepsersuaue beecienceeeeaeees 4 ELR POL Receiver LA VOU xc vsccacctqecssadenaescnndeevacsdendssussanndsanosscnastna Orein EE EON AERAR 6 ELR POL Receiver Descrptons 7 IR Remol COMI e EE 8 Layout and Descrip HON E 8 let We me
2. selected inputs banks Check All Places a check mark in each box under the Copy To column Clear All Clears all check marks from the Copy To column 97 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Cancel Restores the previous EDID state for each input if a change was made RS 232 IP CONTROL Manage EDID gt gt Bank Names 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Edit Banks Names Bank Indicates the EDID bank number Name Type the desired name of the EDID bank in this field Click the Save Changes button to save the bank name Click the Cancel button to restore the previous name Save Changes Save Changes Cancel Saves the current name Restores the previous names for each EDID change to the EDID bank s bank if a change was made 98 RS 232 IP CONTROL Manage EDID gt gt Upload Download Upload Click this button to upload the EDID to the specified bank Select Bank Location Click this drop down list to select the bank to where the EDID will be uploaded Browse Click this button to Options select the EDID file to Bank 1 Bank 8 be uploaded Select EDID File to Upload Select Bank Location l Bank Upload Main VO Setup Manage ED Assign Bank Names Upload Download Select EDID File to Download petuk EDD Drop down list Download Click this box to select the EDID that is to Click this button to download
3. Connect an IR Emitter Gefen part no EXT 2IREMIT cable from each of these jacks and each source device ELR POL Outputs A D Connect a CAT 5e or better cable from each of these jacks to the ELR POL In jacks on the ELR POL Receiver units HDMI Inputs 1 4 Connect a Hi Def source to each of these ports using HDMI cables Power Switch Turn the power ON or OFF using this switch 100 240 AC Power Receptacle Connect the included AC power cord to this receptacle and connect the plug to an available electrical outlet INTRODUCTION Top w Bi Directi Front Back GEF HD 2 I R ELRPOL R Gefen ELR POL In INTRODUCTION Top Front Back Power Indicator This LED indicator will glow bright blue when the matrix is powered and the ELR POL Receiver unit is connected to the matrix using CAT 5e or better cable HDMI Out Connect an HDTV display to the HDMI Out port using an HDMI cable HDMI Locking Connector Used to lock the HDMI cable in place IR Out Connect an IR Emitter Gefen part no EXT IREMIT cable from this jack to the HDTV display IR Ext Connect an IR Extender Gefen part no EXT RMT EXTIRC cable to this jack WARNING Do not connect the Gefen PACS or Mini PACS to the IR Ext jack on the ELR POL Receiver unit Doing so will cause fatal damage to the power supply for the PACS Mini PACS ELR POL In Connect a CAT 5e or better cable from this jack to one of the ELR PO
4. including without limitation any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness for 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 cables must be in their original condition The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate However Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual In no event will Gefen 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 features and specifications is subject to change without notice For the latest warranty coverage information refer to the Warranty and Return Policy under the Support section of the Gefen Web site at www gefen com PRODUCT REGISTRATION Please register your product online by visiting the Register Product page under the Support section of the Gefen Web site 108 LICENSING IlwIP is licenced under the BSD licence Copyright c 2001 2004 Swedish Institute of Computer Science All rights reserved Redistribution and use in source and binary forms with or without modification are permitted provided tha
5. out colordpt 1 8 BITS HDMI 81 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_out_res Command The show_out_res command displays the highest resolution supported by the specified display based on the EDID Syntax show out res parami Parameters param1 Output 1 4 Notes If no display sink signal is detected then the show_ out res will return the following NO SIGNAL Example show out res 1 1080P 60HZ HDMI 82 RS 232 IP CONTROL unmask Command The unmask command unmasks the specified outputs Syntax unmask paraml param9 Parameters param 1 Output Notes If param7 0 then all outputs are unmasked Examples unmask 4 OUTPUT 4 IS UNMASKED 83 4 RS 232 IP CONTROL Using the Built in Web server The Web GUI is divided into four main pages Main I O Setup Manage EDID and Configuration Each main page is represented by a tab at the top most portion of the screen The Main I O Setup and Manage EDID pages have their own set of sub tabs Click on the desired tab sub tab to open the desired page When the Web GUI is opened in a Web browser the Main page tab will be displayed See page 35 for information on how to connect to the built in Web GUI Ee NOTE In order to view all four tabs the operator must be logged in as Administrator Main gt gt Routing Status Displays the current routing status of the matrix Main VO Setu
6. settings will be lost Firmware Update UI ver v3 0L Browse_ Factory Reset Reboot Browse Click this button to select the firmware file to be uploaded See page 101 for details on updating the firmware Browse Click this button to select the saved configuration file to be loaded into memory Restore Uploads the selected configuration file to the matrix Update Updates the matrix with the selected firmware file Reset Click this button to set the matrix to factory default settings The IP settings are preserved Reboot Click this button to reboot the matrix 104 APPENDIX Firmware Update Procedure Make sure the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI is powered Connect an Ethernet cable between the matrix and the computer running the Web GUI Go to the Configuration tab in the Web GUI and click the Browse button under the System Configuration section Waming All current settings will be lost Firmware Update UI ver v3 0L Select the firmware file and click the Update button The matrix will prompt you to verify that you want to overwrite the current firmware Click the OK button on the Web GUI dialog to begin uploading the firmware file Once the firmware file has been uploaded the matrix will verify the firmware content The front panel LCM will display the following if the firmware passes After the firmware file integrity has been verified the matrix will begin the upgrade procedure The up
7. Balay itcccscsiaticnncteinoniionaraisrimicsnsienianipiansatanteplsiaigiaiiendetdaimtaMatian 9 Setting the IR Channel E 9 CONNECTING THE 4x4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS 10 KEEN 10 Aere TOA CAN DEE 10 OPERATING THE 4x4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTG ccceeeeeeeeees 11 Man DIS E 11 Displaying Additional propre Set neice ont acessaceneceegisganadevenuswvennsinnsedeeveerscndsumsnereode ee 11 Determining the Current Routing Gtate ENNEN EEN 12 Eelere Eeler 13 Locking Unlocking the Front Panel E 16 ee 17 Determining the Current Switching Mode AAA 18 EK Me FS SANS eege 21 Routing Sources using the IR Remote Control 23 BSC WONT R ernn iene E E E E 24 External EDID Eegeregie 33 BN ue KREE 33 R9232 JIP CONTRO Liss A a 34 E le e A4 E de e EE 34 COMMUNIC nee TE 35 e Telnet CONIA INES ce cxrcassiecees olescexaverinde siewiecdenainercond apa EEEE E EE OKEE EKE 36 UE 36 Foutinig Naming PICSETS ecirar osa nEn Aa An E Ra Eea 52 Se 0 oe eo ee A A A EE A A O E A ee ere 61 E I EEA TTE EEEE AEAT AEA N T 66 En e EN 68 Using the Built in Web SOI Cl k iers geheegt en 84 DTI EE 84 Ge Le E 84 ee 88 Display MiO seiiher Ere Ee ORRE 89 CONTENTS Lehr E 90 EE ee 90 Dau ET 91 APD CONTO EE 92 a E I EE E ET NT PATA A OE ET ATIE A E T ATA 93 el 94 Kanade E DID EE 95 Te E 95 Bank lun 98 Upload FORA DEE 99 OS OPTIQUE AU ON EE 100 Change IP SiS e 100 Telnet Login E e Le EE 101 Web Login Se HINO CC sa
8. Display Connections e If a device is not connected to Output 1 then no EDID changes are made meaning that the previous EDID information will be used This state will be in effect until a display is connected to Output 1 and the Matrix is power cycled EDID is built from Output 1 to the Input The audio block will be copied from Output 1 EDID copying is performed only when the Matrix is reset or power cycled Dynamic EDID The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL also incorporates a dynamic EDID This feature is useful if different displays different manufacturers different models etc are used within a setup When an input is set to Dynamic EDID the input will use the EDID of the last selected output during the routing process The order in which outputs are routed are important when using Dynamic EDID See page 74 and 75 for information on examples using the Dynamic EDID feature 33 RS 232 IP CONTROL RS 232 Interface 59 43 2 1 RS 232 Controller Matrix oO ON QO Oa FPF OO N gt oO oo N QO oa A W N gt Only TXD RXD and GND are used RS232 Settings Ba dtate e 19200 Bata DIS ea a E a e 8 EE EE None PO ILS r a a A 1 Fow Control EE None IMPORTANT When sending RS 232 commands a carriage return must be included at the end of the command A space must be included between the command and the parameter 34 RS 232 IP CONTROL Configuring the IP Address The 4x4 Crosspoint Matri
9. L jacks on the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs INTRODUCTION Layout and Description RMT 16IRN 1 LED Button Press Indicator This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button is pressed 2 Display and Source Selection Buttons These buttons are used to select which source is routed to a display The Source and Display buttons are mapped as follows NOTE An Activity Indicator that flashes quickly while holding down any one of the 16 buttons indicates a low battery Replace the IR Remote Control battery as soon as possible INTRODUCTION Installing the Battery The Remote Control unit ships with two batteries CR2032 lithium battery One battery is required for operation and the other battery is a spare 1 Remove the battery cover on the back of the IR Remote Control unit 2 Insert the included battery into the open battery slot The positive side of the battery should be facing up 3 Replace the battery cover DIP switches 9 O www gefen com Remote Channel 1 Remote Channel 2 Setting the IR Channel The IR channel on the IR Remote Control must match the IR channel used by the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL For example if both DIP switches on the IR Remote Control unit are set to IR channel 0 both DIP switches down then the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL must also be set to IR channel 0 See pages 21 and 75 for information on how to change the IR channel on th
10. MASKED 74 4 RS 232 IP CONTROL power Command The power command toggles the power state on the matrix Syntax power paraml Parameters param1 Value 0 1 0 Power matrix OFF Power matrix ON Notes Each time the matrix is powered the current routing status will be echoed to the terminal Examples power 0 MATRIX IS OFF power 1 MATRIX IS ON INPUT 1 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 1 INPUT 2 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 2 INPUT 3 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 3 INPUT 4 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 4 75 RS 232 IP CONTROL reboot Command The reboot command reboots the matrix Syntax reboot Parameters None Notes Each time the matrix is rebooted the current routing status will be echoed to the terminal Example reboot MATRIX WILL REBOOT SHORTLY REBOOT UNIT IN 2 SECONDS GEF HDFST 444 4ELR v3 0K INPUT 1 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT INPUT 2 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT INPUT 3 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT BP WwW N FF INPUT 4 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 76 RS 232 IP CONTROL set_edid Command The set_edid command sets the specified EDID type to an input or bank Syntax set edid paraml param2 param3 param4 Parameters param1 Source type STRING default Uses default EDID Uses Dynamic EDID Uses EDID bank Uses EDID on Output sink param2 Source number 0 8 o oeme param3 Target type STRING Specifies an input Specifies an EDID
11. Type the desired name of the Preset in this field Click the Save Changes button to save the Preset Name Click the Cancel button to restore the previous name Save Changes Save Changes Cancel Saves the current changes Restores the previous names for each Preset if a change was made 90 RS 232 IP CONTROL UO Setup gt gt I O Names 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Main VO Setup Manage EDID Configuration Preset Names VO Names HPD Control FST Disable HDCP OUTPUT INPUT 1 OUTPUT2 2 INPUT OUTPUTS INPUTS OUTPUT4 INPUT 4 Save Changes Cancet Save Changes Saves the current changes Cancel Restores the previous names for each Preset if a change was made Name Type the desired name of each Output or Input in these fields Click the Save Changes button or click the Cancel button to restore the previous name 91 RS 232 IP CONTROL UO Setup gt gt HPD Control 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Main VO Setup Manage EDID Configuration Preset Names VO Names HPD Control FST Disable HDCP INPUT 1 INPUT INPUTS INPUT4 Pulse Click the Pulse button to cycle the HPD line on the desired input This is the equivalent of physically disconnecting and reconnecting the HDMI cable between the source device and the matrix 92 RS 232 IP CONTROL UO Setup gt gt FST 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR INPUT 1 INP
12. UT INPUTS INPUT4 Check All Places a check mark in each box under the FST column Clear All Clears all check marks from the FST column Set Click this button to enable FST on the selected input s The Web GUI will display a prompt to verify the selected operation Cancel Restores the previous FST state for each input if a change was made FST Click to select the desired input s Selecting the input does not automatically enable the FST feature Use the Set button to enable FST on the selected input 93 RS 232 IP CONTROL UO Setup gt gt HDCP NOTE Some computers will enable HDCP if an HDCP compliant display is detected Use the Disable feature to force the computer to ignore detection of an HDCP compliant display Note that using the Disable feature does not decrypt HDCP content 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Check All Places a check mark in each box under the HDCP column Clear All Clears all check marks from the HDCP column Set Click this button to disable HDCP on the selected input s Cancel Restores the previous HDCP state for each input if a change was made Disable Click to select the desired input s and use the Set button to force the computer to ignore detection of an HDCP compliant display 94 RS 232 IP CONTROL Manage EDID gt gt Assign Lock EDID Secures the Local EDID and disables the automatic loading after power up See the lock edid command on page 70 for
13. ameters param1 Value 0 1 0 Unlock Matrix Lock Matrix Example lock matrix 1 MATRIX IS LOCKED recall_preset Command The recall preset command recalls a routing preset Any masked outputs will also be recalled Syntax recall preset parami Parameters param1 Preset 1 8 Example recall preset 1 RECALLED THE ROUTING STATE OF PRESET 1 53 RS 232 IP CONTROL save_preset Command The save preset command saves the current routing state to the specified preset Any masked outputs will also be saved as part of the current routing state Syntax save preset parami Parameters param1 Preset 1 8 Example save preset 1 CURRENT ROUTING STATE IS SAVED TO PRESET INPUT 1 set_bank_name Command The set_bank_name command names the specified EDID bank Syntax set bank name parami Parameters param1 Bank 1 8 param2 Name 20 chars max Example set bank name Dell 30 Dell 30 NAME IS ASSIGNED TO BANK 1 54 RS 232 IP CONTROL set_input_name Command The set_input_name command provides a name to the selected input For example Input 1 could be renamed as DVD_Player Syntax set input name paraml param2 Parameters param1 Input 1 4 param2 Name 15 chars max Example set input name 4 Blu ray Blu ray NAME IS ASSIGNED TO INPUT 5 set_output_name Command The set_output_name command provides a name to the
14. asina A ARANETA NE AREE EEDA EAT 102 System EECHELEN 103 EEN ie n ened a tesa died iaesana adam awaauaaaeladuivededsavark 105 Firmware Update Proce Qe EE 105 RACK MOUNT SAFETY INFORMATION ccccceeecessseeeeeesesaeeeeeeseeaaseaeeeseeaaeeeeeesenanes 106 SPECIFICATIONS E 107 WARRANTY E 108 Be E acerca cece cetacean cans aaa cms eee OEE ancctayen 109 OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS EDID contains the A V capabilities of a display device in regards to video resolutions and audio formats supported This information is used by the source device to determine the format of the A V signal on the outputs The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs incorporates advanced EDID management to ensure compatibility with all sources and display devices See pages 33 for more details The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs can detect the presence of Deep Color 12 bit signal automatically and will disable Deep Color EDID features across all other outputs if any connected device or display is not capable of processing Deep Color This automatic behavior ensures compatibility among all output devices ina mixed device environment This feature cannot be disabled INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the GefenPRO 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs Your complete satisfaction is very important to us GefenPRO In the realm of video distributio
15. ation Point the source s IR remote control at the IR Extender The illustration below shows how the source connected to HDMI In 1 is controlled from the Receiver unit viewing location IR signals are transmitted over the CAT 5 cable to the matrix ELR POL in Receiver unit IR Extender CAT 5 up to 330 feet 100 meters Source HDMI cable 25 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Switching between Sources Matrix switching can also be controlled by using the same setup Use the included IR remote control Gefen part no RMT 16IRN to switch between sources In the example below the source connected to HD In 2 has been routed to the Receiver unit connected to Out A See page 23 for details on routing sources using the included IR remote control GEF HD 2IR ELRPOL R ELR POL In Receiver unit p IR Extender w I I e I 2 IR signals CAT 5 up to 330 feet 100 meters RMT 16IRN remote h HDMI cable Source 1 Source 2 IR Emitter not required to switch sources 26 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Controlling the Display Displays can also be controlled by connecting the Gefen PACS or Mini PACS to the matrix 1 Connect up to four 3 5mm to 3 5mm mini mono cables from the IR Emitter outputs on the Gefen PACS or Mini PACS to the respective IR In ports on the matrix The red arrows indicate IR si
16. bank param2 Target number 1 4 1 8 EDID Bank Continued on next page 77 RS 232 IP CONTROL Notes If param default or Garam dynamic set param2 0 Using Dynamic EDID When Garam dynamic the specified input will be set to Dynamic EDID This can be observed by accessing the Manage EDID tab in the Web interface see page 92 When an input is set to Dynamic EDID the input will use the EDID of the last selected output during the routing process The order in which outputs are routed are important when using Dynamic EDID See the example below Examples Using Dynamic EDID set edid dynamic 0 input 4 COPY DYNAMIC EDID TO INPUT4 In the example above Input 4 is set to Dynamic EDID If the following routing command is issued then the EDID from Output 3 will be used not Output 2 by Input 1 r423 INPUT 4 IS SET TO OUTPUTS 2 3 However if we wanted to use the EDID from Output 2 we would write the command as r432 INPUT 4 IS SET TO OUTPUTS 3 2 Since Output 2 was the last output that was specified this will be the EDID that Input 4 will use This second example does not use Dynamic EDID but uses the EDID from the specified downstream sink display etc set edid output 1 input 3 COPY OUTPUT1 EDID TO INPUT3 78 RS 232 IP CONTROL set_ir Command The set_ir set the IR channel for the matrix The associated DIP switch settings for the IR remote control uni
17. cator This LED indicator will glow bright blue when the matrix is powered on When the matrix is in standby mode this LED indicator will glow bright red The power switch on the back of the matrix must be switched to the ON position in order for this LED indicator to function Power Button Press this button to power on and power off the matrix 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 INTRODUCTION Back Grounding Terminal Provides a discharge path to ground in case a short circuit occurs between the hot lead of the power supply and the enclosure of the Matrix The grounding wire should be attached from the grounding terminal to an approved ground path IP Control Connect an Ethernet cable to this port to control the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs using IP Control See page 35 for more information on configuring the matrix for IP control IR Out All Connect an IR extender cable to this jack Gefen part no EXT RMT EXTIR IR In All Connect an IR Extender Gefen part no EXT RMT EXTIR cable to this jack RS 232 Connect an RS 232 cable from this DB 9 connector to the RS 232 control device See page 34 for more information USB Service port for manufacturer use only IR In A D Connect a 3 5mm to 3 5mm mini mono cable between each of these IR jacks and the Gefen PACS or Gefen Mini PACS IR Emitters or IR Extenders will not function if connected to this jack IR Out A D
18. ceiver unit to the IR sensor on the HDTV display Receiver unit HDMI cable IR signals HDTV display IR Emitter When an IR command is sent from the Gefen PACS Mini PACS the command will be sent to every Receiver unit that is connected to the matrix This operation occurs independently of the current routing status This feature has many applications For example let s say we have a setup that uses three Panasonic displays and four Sony displays If we send a power off command from the PACS for the Sony displays then all Receiver units will receive the command but only the Sony displays will acknowledge the power off command 32 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS External EDID Management The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL features EDID Management Before the source can send video or audio signals the source device reads the EDID Extended Display Identification Data from the output devices connected to the matrix The EDID contains information about what type of audio video data that the source can send to each output device The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL routes multiple sources to multiple output devices This involves reading EDID data from more than one device Management of the EDID data is important to maintain compatibility between all devices The following EDID features are copied from Output 1 e Supported Resolutions 3D Support Audio Features
19. control the source To control the display placed near the Receiver unit connect the IR Emitter output from an automation device such as the Gefen PACS or MINI PACS to the corresponding IR Input on the matrix Connect an IR emitter Gefen part no EXT IREMIT to the IR Out on each Receiver unit and attach the IR emitter over the IR sensor of the display INTRODUCTION Supported HDMI Features e Resolutions up to 1080p Full HD e HDCP compliant 12 bit Deep Color e LPCM 7 1 audio Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus and DTS HD Master Audio 3DTV pass through Lip Sync pass through Features Routes any four Hi Def sources to any four HD displays independently e Sends and Receives IR signals from any of the 4 remote locations to the matrix e Includes four ELR POL receiver units e ELR and HDBaseT technologies allow extension up to 330 feet 100 meters POL feature provides power to each ELR receiver Gefen FST speeds up the HDCP authentication process e Fast and Slow FST Modes e Advanced EDID Management for rapid integration of sources and displays e Ability to save and recall presets Supports DVI sources and displays e Field upgradeable firmware via IP or RS 232 e Front Panel Switching IR Control of the matrix via front panel sensor and from each Receiver location using EXT RMT EXTIRC or EXT RMT EXTIRN e Broadcast of IR commands from the matrix side to all viewing locations and from each
20. d enables disables serial port terminal echo when typing command However any command feedback will always be displayed Syntax echo Parameters param1 Value 0 1 0 Disable feedback Enable feedback Examples echo 1 LOCAL ECHO IS ON echo 0 LOCAL ECHO IS OFF 69 RS 232 IP CONTROL fadefault Command The fadefault command disables the EDID lock state sets the default routing state 1 1 2 2 3 3 etc and resets the input and output names to the default names e g Output 1 Input 1 Syntax fadefault Parameters None Example fadefault MATRIX WAS RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULTS INPUT 1 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 1 INPUT 2 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 2 INPUT 3 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 3 INPUT 4 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 4 LOCAL ECHO IS ON ALL OUTPUTS ARE UNMASKED ALL INPUTS ARE SET TO FST FAST MODE IP ADDRESS IS 192 168 1 72 GATEWAY ADDRESS IS 192 168 1 254 NET MASK ADDRESS IS 255 255 255 0 HTTP Communication Port 80 Is Set Telnet Communication Port 23 Is Set Telnet Interace Password Is Disable TELNET User Name Admin Is Set GEF HDFST 444 4ELR v3 0K INPUT 1 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT INPUT IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT A w N FF 2 INPUT 3 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 4 INPUT IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 70 RS 232 IP CONTROL hdcp Command The hdcp command disables HDCP on the selected input NOTE Some computers will enable HDCP if an HDCP complia
21. display_telnet_welcome Command The display telnet welcome command enables or disables the Telnet welcome message on login Syntax display telnet welcome parami Parameters param1 Value 0 1 Do not display welcome message Display welcome message Example display telnet welcome 1 Telnet Welcome Screen is Enable ipconfig Command The ipconfig command displays the current TCP IP settings for the matrix Syntax ipconfig Parameters None Example ipconfig IP Configuration is IP 192 168 1 72 NETMASK 255 255 255 0 GATEWAY 192 168 1 254 37 RS 232 IP CONTROL resetip Command The resetip command resets all TCP IP settings to factory defaults Syntax resetip Parameters None Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example resetip IP Configuration Was Reset To Factory Defaults After rebooting the matrix the IP settings will be cleared Running the ipconfig command will display the updated information ipconfig TP 192168 1 120 NETMASK 255 255 255 0 GATEWAY 192 168 1 254 38 RS 232 IP CONTROL set_http_port Command The set_ http port command sets the Web server listening port The default port setting is 80 Also see the show http port on page 45 syntax set http port paraml Parameters param1 Port 0 1024 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example set ht
22. e 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL V WARNING Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Use only 3V lithium batteries CR 2032 CONNECTING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS How to Connect the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs 1 Connect up to four Hi Def sources to the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs using HDMI cables 2 Connect up to four HDTV displays to the supplied ELR POL Receiver units using HDMI cables 3 Connect each ELR POL Receiver unit to the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs using CAT 5e or better cables ij NOTE When connected to the matrix each ELR POL Receiver unit is powered over the CAT 5e cable No external power supplies are required for the ELR POL Receiver units 4 IR Control For details on using the Bi directional IR feature on the matrix see page 24 5 Connect the AC power cord to the matrix and connect the plug to an available electrical outlet Wiring Diagram Gefenlaisis CAT 5 CABLE ron HDMI CABLE EE RS 232 CABLE ME IR EMITTER Pn IR EXTENDER MEE 4x Receivers CA Es X IR Emitters IR Extenders 4x Hi Def Sources p 4x Ce Se S HD Displays LA Ce Network Kaz E e 4x Ca IR Emitters SS EXT PACS GEF HDFST 444 4ELR OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Main Display The Main Display of the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs is a 16 c
23. e Input or Input buttons to change the source Press the Menu button to return to the Routing Screen The updated routing status will be displayed NOTE If the Menu button is not pressed after a routing change has been made then the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL will automatically return to the Routing Screen after about 20 seconds 15 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Locking Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent an accidental routing change or power down by pressing the Lock button the front panel buttons on the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs can be locked Locking the matrix also disables many RS 232 Telnet commands 1 To lock the matrix press the Lock button on the front panel The Lock LED will glow bright blue to indicate that the front panel buttons on the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs have been locked If any buttons other than the Lock button are pressed while the The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL is Locked the following message will be displayed dxd Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Ou 2 Tounlock the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs press the Lock button a second time The Lock LED indicator will turn off 16 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS FAST SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY Fast Switching Technology Fast Switching Technology FST is a Gefen software implementation for HDMI products FST was created to improve t
24. eous methods of control Control of the source device matrix and control of the display Each source device can be controlled from the viewing location by connecting an IR Extender Gefen part no EXT RMT EXTIR to each Receiver unit The display is controlled by connecting a PACS Mini PACS to the matrix Controlling the Source and Matrix In the example below we will be setting up IR control for both the matrix and source devices Up to four source devices can be controlled from the viewing location The following illustrations assume all A V devices have already been connected See the wiring diagram on page 10 1 Connect an IR Extender to the IR Ext jack on each Receiver unit Each of the Receiver units should already be connected to their respective CAT 5 outputs on the matrix Salat DEO ABER SE SAREE EEE REET Darl FB AE ROI OA RIN PS GEF HD 2i1R ELRPOL R Gefen SES IR Ext T ELR POL In Connect the IR extender to the IR Ext jack 2 Connect an IR Emitter from each of the corresponding outputs on the matrix to the IR sensor window of each respective display e g Receiver A Source A Receiver B Source B etc Connect the IR emitter from the IR Out jacks to the IR sensor on the source OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Refer to page 10 and make sure all remaining connections are made between the matrix and all source and display devices Controlling the Source from the viewing loc
25. eters param1 Output 1 4 Notes The alternate name of the output see the set_ output name command will be displayed in parentheses next to the physical name of the output Examples show rsense 2 RSENSE OF OUTPUT 2 OUTPUT1 IS LOW 63 RS 232 IP CONTROL m Command The m command displays the current matrix routing status in tabular format Do not precede this command with the symbol Syntax m Parameters None Example m Out 1 2 3 4 Int 222 2 ALL OUTPUTS ARE UNMASKED MATRIX IS UNLOCKED 64 RS 232 IP CONTROL n Command The n command displays the current input output routing state for the specified output Do not precede this command with the symbol Syntax n paraml Parameters param1 Output 1 4 Notes If param7 0 then the routing status for all outputs will be displayed In the second example n O returns the routing state for all Outputs Examples The return result is read as pairs of numbers The first number is the output and the second number is the input In the example below n 1 returns the routing state for Output 1 12 means that Output 1 is routed to Input 2 n 1 12 n 0 12223242 In the second example above 12223242 is read as Output 1 gt Input 2 Output 2 gt Input 2 Output 3 gt Input 2 Output 4 gt Input 2 65 RS 232 IP CONTROL fst_fast Sets the specified inputs to Fast switching mode f
26. gnals from the PACS Mini PACS To local network Gefen PACS To Receiver unit Matrix mmm mm HDMI cable Source x 27 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS 2 Connect an IR Emitter from each IR Out jack on the Receiver unit to the IR sensor on the HDTV display Receiver unit HDMI cable IR signals HDTV display IR Emitter Each display can now receive IR commands from the PACS or Mini PACS Refer to the PACS or Mini PACS User Manual for more information on using IR commands 28 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS IR Broadcasting to Sources In addition to sending IR commands to a single source the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs also allows IR commands to be broadcast to all source devices 1 Connect an IR Extender to the IR Ext jack on each Receiver unit Each of the Receiver units should already be connected to their respective CAT 5 outputs on the matrix See the next page for more information on this type of setup GEF HD 2iR ELRPOL R Gefe IR Ext ELR POL In IR Extender Receiver unit IR signals up to 330 feet 100 meters CAT 5 ST 434 4ELR Befen IR Out Te All Matrix HDMI cable Source xA IR Emitter IR Blaster OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS In the illustration on the previous page the source remote is being used to send IR com
27. grade progress will be displayed in the front panel LCM After the matrix has been updated the unit will automatically initiate a countdown to reboot The LCM will display the following message After the matrix reboots the firmware upgrade process will be complete 105 RACK MOUNT SAFETY INFORMATION Maximum recommended ambient temperature 45 C 104 F Increase the air flow as needed to maintain the recommended temperature inside the rack Do not exceed maximum weight loads for the rack Install heavier equipment in the lower part of the rack to maintain stability Connect a bonding wire between an approved safety ground and the grounding screw on the chassis 106 SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Pixel CIOGK EE 225 MHz ELR extension TANG E Up to 330 feet 100 meters Matrix Video Input Connechors eeeeeeesseseeeeeeee 4 HDMI Type A 19 pin female locking Matrix Video Output Connectors cccccseeeeeeeseseeeseeeeseeneeeeeeeees 4 ELR POL RJ45 female Receiver ELR POL Input CGonpechor 1 RJ45 female Receiver Video Output Connechot 1 HDMI Type A 19 pin female locking Power Indicator Matrtv eceiver A LED blue On red Standby L ck Mmdicator MANIN e E LED blue USB Port WAU sasss bicatccresotnteyatietonnbie cannes nteadbecatoatactecoeicas Mini B female factory use only Ethernet Port epes 1 RJ45 female shielded e POM WAU E 1 DB 9 female IR Input Port VICE socssesasicata
28. haracter 2 line display This display shows the current routing status of the matrix and is also used to display additional system information When the unit is powered on the following screen is displayed Displaying Additional Information Consecutively pressing the Menu button on the front panel will cycle through other screens such as FST mode and IP information 11 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Determining the Current Routing State In the example below the first row OUT represents each HDMI output on the matrix The bottom row IN represents each HDMI input on the matrix Together these two rows display the current routing state Starting on the bottom row we can see that Input 3 has been routed to Output 1 Input 2 has been routed to Output 2 Input 1 has been routed to Output 3 and Input 4 has been routed to Output 4 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL O If all inputs are routed to their respective outputs the front panel display will appear as follows 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL O This is referred to as a 1 to 1 routing state This is the factory default setting for the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL 12 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Routing Sources Selecting the Output 1 To select the output press the Out or Out button once The routing state for Output A will be displayed Output oP ZG KZ Matrix fo
29. he lengthy HDMI authentication process based on the HDMI and HDCP specifications FST provides quicker audio video source switching and greatly improves the overall audio video system behavior and performance when more than one HDTV display is used in the system setup FST allows connecting disconnecting or turning ON OFF of HDTV displays without having these activities affect other Hi Def sources routed to any other HDTV display in the same system Fast Mode Setting the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL to Fast Mode will improve performance when connecting disconnecting Hi Def sources and powering ON OFF HDTV displays be NOTE When switching from Slow Mode to Fast Mode the HDTV displays that are connected to the Matrix will blink momentarily This is normal operation Slow Mode When set to Slow Mode the Matrix will follow the standard authentication process based on the HDMI and HDCP specifications Slow Mode is recommended when the source does not support multiple devices 17 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Determining the Current Switching Mode Each HDMI input can be set to Fast Mode or Slow Mode It is recommended that each HDMI input be set to Fast Mode for best performance 1 Consecutively press the Menu button on the front panel until the switching modes screen is displayed The first row IN represents each HDMI input on the matrix The bottom row MODE represen
30. he specified preset Syntax show preset name parami Parameters param1 Preset 1 8 Example show preset name 6 THE NAME FOR PRESET 6 IS monitor booth show_r Command The show_r command shows the current routing status of the specified output The un derscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show r parami Parameters param1 Output 1 4 Notes The current name of each output and input is also included in parentheses Example show r 2 OUTPUT 2 Sony XBR IS ROUTED TO INPUT 2 INPUT2 58 RS 232 IP CONTROL r Command The r command routes the specified input to the specified outputs Do not precede the r command with the symbol Syntax r paraml param2 param9 Parameters param1 Input 1 4 param2 Outputs 1 4 Notes If param2 0 then the specified input is routed to all outputs See the s command on the following page Examples e242 3 INPUT 4 IS SET TO OUTPUTS 1 2 3 r2 0 INPUT 4 IS SET TO ALL OUTPUTS 59 RS 232 IP CONTROL s Command The s command routes the specified input to all outputs Do not precede the s command with the symbol Syntax S paraml Parameters param1 Input 1 8 Examples Ss 2 INPUT 2 IS SET TO ALL OUTPUTS 60 RS 232 IP CONTROL help Displays all available commands show_fw Displays the Matrix firmware version show_hpd Di
31. heck box to have the matrix prompt for a password each time a Telnet session is started Show Login Message on Connect Click this check box to have the matrix display the Telnet welcome message each time a Telnet session is started The welcome message appears as Welcome to GEF HDFST 444 4ELR TELNET Save Settings Saves the current changes to the Telnet Login Settings 101 RS 232 IP CONTROL Configuration gt gt Web Login Settings 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Web Login Settings Username Operator Old Password TTT New Password Confirm New Password Username Click this drop down list to select the username to be changed Old Password Type the current old password in this field New Password Type the new password in this field Confirm Password Re type the new password in this field Save Settings Saves the current changes to the Web Login Settings 102 RS 232 IP CONTROL Configuration gt gt System Configuration 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Download Current Configuration Restore Configuration Browse_ Waming All current settings will be lost Firmware Update UI ver v3 0L Factory Reset Reboot Download Current Configuration Click this button to download the current configuration to a file 103 RS 232 IP CONTROL stem Configuration Download Current Configuration Restore Configuration Browse_ Waming All current
32. mands to the source device The IR Blaster will broadcast the IR command s to all source devices in the room or within the range of the IR Blaster This feature has many useful applications For example let s say we have four Sony Blu ray players connected and we want to send a play command to these source devices Although it is possible that we may have other sources e g gaming consoles media centers etc connected to the matrix it should be noted that only the Sony Blu ray players will acknowledge the play command sent from the IR Blaster IR Emitters can still be connected to each individual source device for discrete control However if an IR Blaster is present the IR commands will be broadcast independent of the current routing state 30 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS IR Broadcasting to Displays In addition to sending IR commands to a single display the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs also allows IR commands to be broadcast to all displays devices 1 Connect a 3 5mm to 3 5mm mini mono cable from one of the IR Emitter outputs on the Gefen PACS to the IR In All port on the matrix To local network O Gefen PACS CAT 5 To Receiver unit BT 444 4ELR Befen iF Out ma All Matrix HDMI cable IR Emitter 31 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS 2 Connect an IR Emitter from each IR Out jack on the Re
33. more information Copy EDID From Select the EDID from the drop down list The EDID will be copied from the selected destination to the desired input or EDID bank Options Default EDID Bank 1 Bank 8 Output 1 Output 4 Copy EDID From Defaut EDID M n Bank Names Upload Download 95 RS 232 IP CONTROL 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR in VO Setup Manage EDID Configuration ssign Bank Names Upload Download Copy EDIO From DefautEDID Copy EDID To Please select from the Inputs Banks below TH Copy To Click to select the desired input s INPUT 1 OUTPUT1 Custom d INPUT2 OUTPUT1 Custom INPUTS OQUTPUT1 Custom INPUT4 OUTPUT1 EDID Modes Click the drop down list to select the EDID mode Options Check All Custom Last Output Places a check mark in each box under the Copy To column If the EDID Mode is set to Last Output then the EDID source will be set to Dynamic EDID Clear All See page 75 for details on using Dynamic EDID Clears all check marks from the eeby To calym If the EDID Mode is set to Custom then the EDID of the display that is connected to Output 1 will be used 96 RS 232 IP CONTROL Main VO Setup Manage EDID Configuration Assign Bank Mamer Upload Download Copy EDID From Defaut EDIO X Copy EDID To Please select from the Inputs Banks below Pn nn nm P cos OO tn Copy To Click this button to copy the specified EDID to the
34. n certain features are invaluable in a commercial or broadcast environment Accommodations such as a build in power supply and flat black rack mount enclosures set GefenPRO apart from our traditional products Complex distribution units allow for professional DVI 3G SDI and HDMI signals to be routed and converted easily and seamlessly while being backed up by a renowned and dependable technical support team Gefen invites you to explore the GefenPRO product line and hopes that you find the solution that fits your needs The GefenPRO 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs The GefenPRO 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs and Bi Directional IR routes up to four Hi Def sources at resolutions up to 1080p Full HD with Deep Color and multi channel digital audio to any of four HDTV displays using FST to speed up the HDCP authentication process Each of the included ELR POL Receivers units are used to extend HDMI to four locations using Gefen ELR Extra Long Range and POL Power Over Line technologies ELR is based on HDBaseT and allows the extension of HDMI using a single CAT 5e cable POL eliminates the need to externally power the Receiver units The GefenPRO 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs supports 3DTV pass through and eight channel digital audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio 3D content can be displayed when connecting a 3DTV and 3D source Each source is accessible at all times from any display locati
35. n the example above the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL is set to IR channel 1 Therefore DIP switch 1 on the IR Remote Control must be set to the ON position and DIP switch 2 must be set to the OFF position 4 Press the Menu button to return to the Routing screen 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Ou 22 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Routing Sources using the IR Remote Control The included IR Remote Control unit provides discrete switching for each output The IR remote control unit consists of 16 buttons Buttons are color coded and arranged in groups of four There are a total of four outputs on the matrix The first set of buttons on the IR remote represent Output 1 The second set of four buttons represent Output 2 and so on Each individual button within a group represents an input Example 1 Route Input 4 to Output 1 e The first group of buttons represent Output 1 Therefore we need to select Input 4 by pressing button 4 in the first group of buttons Input 4 is now routed to Output 1 D 3 2 H Example 2 Route Input 1 to Output 2 The second group of buttons represent Output 2 Therefore we need to select Input 1 by pressing button 1 in the second group of buttons Input 1 is now routed to Output 2 as indicated on the front panel LCM 23 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Bi Directional IR The Bi Directional IR feature allows two simultan
36. nt display is detected Set param2 1 to force the computer to ignore detection of an HDCP compliant display Note that using this command does not decrypt HDCP content Syntax hdcp paraml param2 Parameters param1 Input 1 4 param2 Value 0 1 Disable o Examples hdcp 2 0 INPUT 2 HDCP IS DISABLE thdcp 0 1 ALL INPUTS HDCP ARE ENABLE 71 RS 232 IP CONTROL hpd_pulse Command The hpd_pulse command cycles the HPD line on the specified input Issuing this command is identical to physically disconnecting and reconnecting the cable between the source and the matrix Syntax hpd pulse paraml Parameters param1 Input 1 4 Notes Set Garam 0 to cycle the HPD line on all inputs Examples hpd pulse 1 HPD PULSE HAS BEEN SENT TO INPUT 1 hpd pulse 0 HPD PULSE HAS BEEN SENT TO ALL INPUTS 72 RS 232 IP CONTROL lock_edid Command The lock_edid command secures the Local EDID by disabling the automatic loading of the downstream EDID after the matrix is powered Syntax lock edid paraml Parameters param1 Value 0 1 0 Disabe oo Examples lock edid 0 Disable Lock EDID mode 73 RS 232 IP CONTROL mask Command The mask command masks the specified outputs Syntax mask paraml param4 Parameters param 1 Output ieee Notes If param7 0 then all outputs are masked Examples mask 2 3 OUTPUTS 2 3 ARE
37. of the matrix Dot decimal notation must be used when specifying the IP address Syntax Sipadd paraml Parameters param1 IP address Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example Sipadd 192 168 1 238 IP Address 192 168 1 238 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 49 RS 232 IP CONTROL snetmask Command The snetmask command sets the IP network subnet mask Dot decimal notation must be used when specifying the IP network mask The default subnet mask is 255 255 255 0 Syntax Snetmask paraml Parameters param1 Subnet mask Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Syntax snetmask 255 255 0 0 NetMask Address 255 255 0 0 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 50 RS 232 IP CONTROL use_telnet_pass Command The use_telnet_pass command requires or disables Telnet login credentials The default setting is disabled param1 0 Syntax use telnet pass parami Parameters param1 State 0 1 0 Disable password Enable force password Example use telnet pass 1 Telnet Interface Password Is Enable 51 RS 232 IP CONTROL Routes all outputs are routed to the specified input 52 RS 232 IP CONTROL lock_matrix Command The lock matrix command locks unlocks the Matrix When the Matrix is locked all functions are disabled including the front panel RS 232 and Telnet Syntax lock matrix paraml Par
38. on Bi Directional IR allows each connected source to be controlled from any of the viewing locations as well as each Hi Def display being controlled from the source location The IR All Out port on the matrix broadcasts IR commands from any of the viewing locations to all sources The IR All In port on the matrix broadcasts IR commands from an automation control device by the matrix to all remote displays The matrix can be controlled by using the included IR Remote RS 232 IP control Telnet or Web server interface or by using the front panel push buttons How It Works Using HDMI cables connect up to four Hi Def sources to the four HDMI inputs on the matrix Connect up to four HDTV displays to the included Receiver units also using HDMI cables Use a single CAT 5e cable up to 330 feet 100 meters to connect each of the Receiver units to the matrix Connect the included AC power cord to the matrix and connect it to an available electrical outlet Power to each of the Receiver units is delivered from the matrix To control each Hi Def source from the display location connect an IR Extender Gefen part no EXT RMT EXTIRC or EXT RMT EXTIRN to the IR Ext jack on each Receiver unit Connect an IR Emitter Gefen part no EXT IREMIT to the corresponding IR Out for each source input on the matrix and place the IR emitter over the IR sensor of the Hi Def source Point the IR remote of that source towards the IR Extender at the display location to
39. p Manage EDID Configuration Routing VO Status Display Info Inactive INPUTS Active LJ HDCP O Inactive G Fail EI Input Routing Input Click the radio button next to the desired input to be routed Only one input can be selected at a time Name Displays the current name of the input The name of each input can be changed See page 55 for more information 84 RS 232 IP CONTROL Lock Matrix Locks unlocks the matrix When the matrix is locked no modifications can be made using the Web GUI When the matrix is locked the button text will read Unlock Matrix and a red bar will appear across the top portion of the screen with the text Matrix is LOCKED Click the Unlock Matrix button to unlock the matrix See the illustration at the bottom of the page Legend Provides color coded information on the status of each Input and Output 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR OUTPUT2 OUTPUTS OUTPUTS O Active LJ HDCP O Inactive Fail EI Input Routing INPUT1 INPUT 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR 85 RS 232 IP CONTROL Name Displays the current name of each output The name of each nput can be changed Refer to the set input name command on page 55 for details on naming inputs OUTPUT1 tui Click to place a check mark in he box and select the desired Output Multiple ou
40. perator password for the Web interface The maximum length of the password is 8 characters Syntax set webui op pass parami Parameters param1 Password 8 chars max Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example set webui op pass Denali Web UI Operator Password Is Set 43 RS 232 IP CONTROL sgateway Command The sgateway sets the gateway router address Dot decimal notation must be used when specifying the gateway address The default gateway address is 192 168 1 254 Syntax Sgateway paraml Parameters param1 Gateway address Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example Sgateway 192 168 2 1 GateWay Address 192 168 2 1 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit show_gateway Command The show_ gateway command shows the current gateway address Syntax show gateway Parameters None Example show gateway GATEWAY ADDRESS IS 192 168 2 1 44 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_http_port Command The show http port command displays the current HTTP listening port Syntax show http port Parameters None Example show http port HTTP COMMUNICATION PORT IS 80 show_ip Command The show_ ip command shows the current IP address of the Matrix Syntax show ip Parameters None Example show ip IP ADDRESS IS 192 168 1 72 45 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_mac_addr Command The show mac add
41. r a 2 Press the Out button to cycle through each Output from left to right The Output with the currently routed Input will be displayed n Output Ax Matrix for a 13 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS 3 Consecutively pressing the Out button will cycle through each output from right to left Output ZK Matrix for H Changing the Source 4 Once the desired output has been selected press the Input or Input button Consecutively pressing the Input button will increment the input value by a factor of 1 within a range of 1 4 For example if Input 1 was originally routed to Output 3 then pressing the Input button will route Input 2 to Output 3 Note that if the maximum Input value 4 is reached then pressing the Input button will set the Input to 1 Conversely if the minimum Input value 1 is reached then pressing the Input button will set the Input to 4 Input 4x4 Matrix for o POL Outputs 14 5 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Consecutively pressing the Input button will decrease the input value by a factor of 1 within a range of 1 4 For example if Input 4 was originally routed to Output 4 pressing the Input button will route Input 3 to Output 4 4x4 Matrix for h POL Outputs To change the routing status of another output press the Output or Output buttons to select the desired output Use th
42. r command displays the MAC address of the Matrix Syntax show mac addr Parameters None Example show mac addr MAC ADDRESS IS 00 12 0e f1 7a ea show_netmask Command The show netmask displays the netmask address Syntax show netmask Parameters None Example show netmask NET MASK ADDRESS IS 255 255 255 0 46 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_telnet_port Command The show telnet port command displays the current Telnet listening port Syntax show telnet port Parameters None Example show telnet port TELNET COMMUNICATION PORT IS 23 show_telnet_username Command The show telnet username command returns the user name required for login Syntax show telnet username Parameters None Example show telnet username User Name For TELNET Is Admin 47 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_ver_data Command The show ver data command displays the hardware and firmware version of the Matrix Syntax show ver data Parameters None Example show ver data SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE VERSION v3 0K PCB 1707 B show_webui_username Command The show_webui_username command displays the current user name required for login Syntax show webui username Parameters None Example show webui_ username The User Name For The Web UI is holly jolly 48 RS 232 IP CONTROL sipadd Command The sipadd command sets the IP address
43. receiver location to all sources e Serial RS 232 control e IP Control via web server interface and telnet e Rack mountable 2U tall rack ears included Internal power supply with detachable IEC AC cord e Back panel master power switch Package Includes 1 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs 4 Extender for HDMI ELR POL w Bi Directional IR Receiver Unit 1 IR Remote Control unit 1 AC Power Cord 1 Set of Rack Ears Attached 1 Quick Start Guide INTRODUCTION Back 02 6L zH 09 0S Iv AObZ AQOL 8L PL eb OL GL uy TREUT Ta til cl uwv LI HI usjog aar E e WEN ptn ree emamaa a m ea d Cl Lb 6 ZE Front sandano 10d 473 P M IINGH 404 XIEN pXp S a ES TALE IHIH FHF KERER andano E loua EAE INTRODUCTION Front LCD Display This is a two line sixteen character display that shows status information and is also used to manage display source routing Navigation Buttons Used for routing and adjusting settings of the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs See the information beginning on page 13 for details on using these buttons Menu Press this button to display routing switching mode and IP address information IR Sensor Receives signals from the IR Remote Control Lock Indicator This LED glows bright blue when the front panel is locked Lock Button Pressing this button temporarily locks the front panel controls Power Indi
44. ress the Input or Input button to toggle the switching mode between Fast F or Slow S 6 Press the Menu button to return to the Switching mode Screen 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Ou Press the Menu button a second time to return to the Routing screen 20 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Setting the IR Channel In order for the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL to communicate with the included IR Remote Control both the matrix and the IR Remote Control must be set to the same IR channel Follow the procedure outlined below to set the IR channel on the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL 1 From the Routing screen simultaneously press the Input Input and the Output buttons to display the IR address screen The current IR address will be displayed along with the DIP switch settings for the IR remote control HDMI w 4 ELR POL Outputs Use the Input or Input button to change the IR channel Press the Input button to decrease the IR channel value Press the Input button to increase the IR channel value 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Ou 21 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS 3 After setting the IR address make sure that the DIP switches on the IR Remote Control are set according to the information in the LCD display See page 9 for information on setting the IR channel for the IR Remote Control unit 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Ou I
45. selected output For example Output 1 could be renamed as HDDisplay Syntax set output name paraml param2 Parameters param1 Output 1 4 param2 Name 8 chars max Example set output name 2 Sony XBR sony XBR NAME IS ASSIGNED TO OUTPUT 2 55 RS 232 IP CONTROL set_preset_name Command The set preset name command assigns a preset with the specified name Syntax set preset name paraml Parameters param1 Preset e8 param2 Name 20 chars max Example set preset name 6 monitor booth monitor booth NAME IS ASSIGNED TO PRESET 6 show_bank_name Command The set_bank_name command displays the specified EDID bank name Syntax show bank name parami Parameters param1 Bank 1 8 Example show bank name 1 THE NAME FOR BANK 1 IS Dell 30 56 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_input_name Command The show_input_name command displays the specified input name Syntax show input name paraml Parameters param 1 Input 1 Example show input name 4 THE NAME FOR INPUT 4 IS Blu ray show_output_name Command 8 The show_output_name command displays the name of the specified output Syntax show output name paraml Parameters param 1 Output D a Example show output name 2 THE NAME FOR OUTPUT 2 IS Sony XBR 57 4 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_preset_name Command The show_preset_name command displays the name of t
46. splays the HPD status of the specified output show_rsense Displays the RSENSE status of the specified output m Displays the current matrix routing status in table format n Displays the routing status for the specified output help Command The help command displays help on the specified command If param7 is not specified then the full list of commands is displayed Syntax help paraml1 Parameters param1 Command name optional Examples help recall preset RECALL PRESET PARAM 1 RECALL A ROUTING STATE PRESET PARAM 1 1 8 PRESET INPUT 61 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_fw Command The show_fw command displays the current firmware version of the Matrix Syntax show fw Parameters None Example show fw FIRMWARE VERSION GEF HDFST 444 4ELR v3 0K show_hdp Command The show_hpd command displays the HPD Hot Plug Detect status of the specified out put The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name syntax show hpd parami Parameters param1 Output 1 4 Notes If the output has been renamed using the set_output_name command then the name that is assigned to the output will be included in parentheses Examples show hpd 2 HPD OF OUTPUT 2 Sony XBR IS LOW 62 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_rsense Command The show_rsense command displays Rsense status of the specified output Syntax show rsense parami Param
47. st_slow Sets the specified inputs to Slow switching mode show_fst Displays the current switching mode for the specified input fst_fast Command The fst_fast command sets the specified inputs to Fast switching mode Syntax fst fast parami Parameters param1 Input 1 4 Notes If param7 0 then all inputs will be set to Fast switching mode Example fst fast 1 INPUT 1 IS SET TO FST FAST MODE e NOTE See page 17 for more information on the FST feature 66 RS 232 IP CONTROL fst_slow Command The fst_slow command sets the specified inputs to Slow switching mode Syntax fst slow paraml Parameters param 1 Input eo Notes If param7 0 then all inputs will be set to Slow switching mode Example fst slow 1 INPUT 1 IS SET TO FST SLOW MODE show_fst Command The fst_slow command sets the specified inputs to Slow switching mode syntax show fst parami Parameters param 1 Input ie Notes If param 0 then the switching mode status for all inputs will be displayed Example show fst 1 INPUT 1 INPUT1 IS IN FAST SWITCHING MODE 67 4 4 RS 232 IP CONTROL wasting show_out_colordpt Shows the highest color depth supported by the display based on the EDID show_out_res Shows the highest resolution supported by the display based on the EDID Unmasks the selected outputs 68 RS 232 IP CONTROL echo Command The echo comman
48. t are returned See page 9 for details on setting the IR channel for the IR remote control Syntax set ir parami Parameters param1 Channel 0 3 Example set ir 0 IR CHANNEL IS SET TO CHANNEL O show_ir Command The show_ir displays the current IR channel for the matrix Syntax show ir Parameters None Example show ir CURRENT IR CHANNEL IS 0O 79 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_hdcp Command The show_hdcp command displays the HDCP status on the specified input syntax show hdcp paraml Parameters param 1 Input ee Notes Set Garam 0 to displays the HDCP status of all inputs Examples show hdcp 3 INPUT 3 HDCP IS ENABLED show hdcp 0 INPUT 1 3 4 HDCP ARE ENABLED 80 RS 232 IP CONTROL show_mask Command The show_mask command displays the mask status for the specified output Syntax show mask paraml Parameters param1 Output 1 4 Example show mask 4 OUTPUT 4 OUTPUT4 IS UNMASKED show_out_colordpt Command The show_out_colordpt command displays the highest color depth supported by the specified display based on the EDID The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show out colordpt parami Parameters param1 Output 1 4 Notes If no display sink signal is detected then the show out colordpt command will return the following NO SIGNAL Example show
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50. tcstcaasemtrioasstaccatenaesanteincealatacneeieenanens 5 3 5mm mini mono jacks IR Output Port Mai eieaicracssrcomens ric oaatannennnndastasineueansastandaioanncente 5 3 5mm mini mono jacks IR Extender Port Heceiver 1 3 5mm mini stereo jack IR Output regeert 1 3 5mm mini mono jack Power EEN eege eg Internal 100V to 240V AC 50 60 Hz detachable IEC cord Power Consumption MAUIIX E 200W max Operating ht net O to 104 F 0 to 40 C Rack mounting requirements Mats Standard 19 rack 2U high Dimensions Matrix WxvHvDi 17 25 x 3 5 x 12 440mm x 89mm x 305mm Dimensions Receivers WxvHxvD 4 4 x 1 1 x 3 35 110mm x 27mm x 85mm Shipping Weight 1 Matrix and 4 Heceivers rene 37 Ibs 16 8 kg 107 WARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified within two 2 years from the date of shipment Gefen will at its option repair or replace the equipment provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical electrical or other abuse or 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
51. the be saved to a file The EDID file will be selected EDID to a file saved in binary format bin Options Bank 1 Bank 8 Output 1 Output 4 Input 1 Input 4 99 RS 232 IP CONTROL Configuration gt gt Change IP Settings 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR jain VO Setup Manage EDID Change IP Settings MAC Address 00 12 0e 11 facea IP Address 192 168 1 120 Subnet 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 2 1 Fort 60 TGP Telnet Terminal Port 23 Change IP Settings Assigns IP address subnet gateway HTTP listening port and Telnet port The MAC address cannot be changed Save Settings Saves the current settings for the Change IP Settings After clicking this button the Web interface will display a dialog indicating that the matrix must be rebooted for changes to take effect Set Defaults Click this button to restore the factory default IP settings After clicking this button the Web interface will display a dialog indicating that the matrix must be rebooted for changes to take effect 100 RS 232 IP CONTROL Configuration gt gt Telnet Login Settings 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Telnet Login Setti Old Password New Password Confirm New Password Force Password on Connect Show Login Message on Connect Old Password Type the current old password in this field New Password Type the new password in this field Force Password on Connect Click this c
52. tp port 80 HTTP Communication Port 80 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 39 RS 232 IP CONTROL set_telnet_pass Command The set_ telnet pass command sets the Telnet password The maximum length of the password is 20 characters The password is case sensitive The default Telnet password is Admin Syntax set telnet pass parami Parameters param1 Password 20 chars max Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example set telnet pass reindeer TELNET Interface Password Is Set 40 RS 232 IP CONTROL set_telnet_port Command The set_ telnet port command sets the Telnet listening port The default port value is 23 Syntax set telnet port parami Parameters param1 Port 0 1024 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example set telnet port 23 Telnet Communication Port 23 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 41 RS 232 IP CONTROL set_webui_ad_pass Command The set webui ad pass command sets the Administrator password for the Web interface The maximum length of the password is 8 characters Syntax set webui ad pass parami Parameters param1 Password 8 chars max Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example set webui ad pass Everest Web UI Administrator Password Is Set 42 RS 232 IP CONTROL set_webui_op_pass Command The set webui op pass command sets the O
53. tputs can be selected at a time OUTPUT 2 OUTPUTS 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Log Out APR OUTPUTA OUTPUTS Preset 7 Check All Route Places a check mark in each box Click this button to route under the Output column the current input and output selection s Clear All Clears all check marks from the Output column 86 RS 232 IP CONTROL 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Main VO Setup Manage EDID Configuration Routing VO Status Display Info save Routing Preset 1 Preset_i e Recall Routing Preset Preset_1 Preset 2 Preset_3 Preset_4 Preset_5 Preset_6 Preset_f Preset_6 Save Routing Preset Saves the current routing state to memory Click the drop down list to select the desired routing preset then click the Save button to save the preset to memory Recall Routing Preset Loads the selected routing state into memory Click the desired button to load the desired routing preset into memory 87 RS 232 IP CONTROL Main gt gt I O Status cic PRO 4x4 Matrix For HDMI wi4 ELR Main HO Setup Manage EDID Configuration Routing VO Status Display Info OUTPUT1 OUTPUT2 On Off Off Off Low Low Inactive Inactive NIA N A Output Displays the state of each output for each of the following Output name RSENSE Mask HPD Hot Plug Detect HDCP and POL Name INPUT1 INPUT INPU Color Depth Sbit S Color space HDCP 3D Acti
54. ts the current switching mode of each HDMI input 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w 4 ELR POL Ou Selecting the Input 2 To change the switching mode on an HDMI input press the Output or Output button once The switching mode for Input 1 will be displayed Output 4xd Matrix for H The letter F indicates that the HDMI input is using Fast Mode switching If the HDMI input is set to Slow Mode switching a letter S will be displayed under the input 18 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS 3 Press the Output or Output button again to cycle through the routing state for each output Consecutively pressing the Output button will cycle through each input from left to right starting with Input 1 NOTE In Routing mode the Output and Output buttons cycle through each output In Switching mode these same buttons are used to cycle through each input Output dxd Matrix for a 4 Consecutively pressing the Output button will cycle through each output from right to left Output 4xd Matrix for a 19 OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W 4 ELR POL OUTPUTS Changing the Switching Mode 5 Once the desired input has been selected press the Input or Input button to toggle between Fast or Slow switching mode 4x4 Matrix for F POL Outputs To change the switching mode of another input press the Output or Output button to navigate to the desired input P
55. ve Signal Vertical Resolution Horizontal Resolution Progressive Interlaced Refresh Rate Inpu Displays the state of each input for each of the following Input name Color Depth Color Space HDCP 3D Active Signal Vertical Resolution Horizontal Resolution Progressive Interlaces and Refresh Rate 88 RS 232 IP CONTROL Main gt gt Display Info Choose EDID Select the EDID from the drop down list The selected EDID will be copied from the selected EDID Bank or Output to the desired input s and used by the source Options Default EDID Bank 1 Bank 8 Output 1 Output 4 Choose EDID Default EDID 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR Log Out 24Hz Frame Rate TRUE Max Resolution Max Color Depth 30 Capable ode OVVHOMI Max Audio Channels 2Ch TRUE 24Hz Frame Rate TRUE Max Resolution 1080P 60Hz Max Color Depth 12 bit 3D Capable FALSE Mode DVI ADMI HDMI Max Audio Channels 2 Ch LPCM DTS HD DTS Digital Surround Dolby Digital ACS Dolby TrueHD Feature Audio Formats Displays the capabilities of the display or sink device based on the EDID 89 RS 232 IP CONTROL UO Setup gt gt Preset Names 4x4 Matrix For HDMI w 4 ELR jain VO Setup Manage EDID Configuration Preset Names VO Names HPD Control FST Disable HDCP Preset_1 Preset Preset 3 Preset A Preset b Preset 6 Preset 7 Preset H Name
56. x for HDMI supports IP based control using the built in Web GUI and Telnet protocol To set up Telnet control the network settings for the matrix must be configured via RS 232 The default network settings for the matrix are as follows IP Address 192 168 1 72 Subnet 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 169 1 254 HTTP Port 80 Telnet Port 23 d 2 Connect an RS 232 cable from the PC to the matrix Launch a terminal emulation program e g HyperTerminal and use the following settings Baud Rate 19200 Data Bits 8 Parity None Stop Bits 1 Flow Control None ig NOTE Depending upon the network the IP address subnet mask gateway router IP Telnet port and HTTP port will need to be set Consult your network administrator to obtain the proper settings Set the IP address for the matrix using the sipadd command see page 49 for details Set the subnet mask using the snetmask command see page 50 for details Set the gateway router IP address using the sgateway command see page 44 for details Set the Telnet listening port using the set_ telnet port command see page 41 for details Set the HTTP listening port using the boer http port command see page 39 for details Power cycle the matrix to reboot and complete all IP setting changes After the matrix has rebooted use the IP address that was specified in step 3 to Telnet to the matrix 35 RS 232 IP CONTROL 36 RS 232 IP CONTROL

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