Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI
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1. 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 Hemote Control battery as soon as possible IR REMOTE CONTROL Installing the Battery The Remote Control unit ships with two batteries 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 Channel 0 default Remote Channel 1 Remote Channel 2 Remote Channel 3 Setting the IR Channel The IR channel on the IR Remote Control must match the IR channel used by the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI For example if both DIP switches on the IR Remote Control unit are set to IR channel 0 both DIP switches down then the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for must also be set to IR channel 0 See page 73 for information on how to change the IR channel on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI A WARNING Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions CONNECTING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI How to Connect the 82. 17 25 x 3 5 x 10 440mm x 89mm x 254mm ShIpPING WV OIG i RIED Em 26 lbs 12 kg 80 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 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 o
3. dshow webui username The User Name For The Web UI is holly jolly 35 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_webui_username Command The set_webui_username command sets the user name for the Web interface The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The maximum length of the password is 8 characters Syntax fset webui username paraml Parameters param1 User name Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command This command is will be implemented in a future release of the firmware Example set webui username holly jolly Web UI Password Is Set 36 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_webui_pass Command The set_webui_pass command sets the password for the Web interface The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The maximum length of the password is 8 characters Syntax set_webui_pass paraml Parameters param Password Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command This command will be implemented in a future release of the firmware Example fset webui pass reindeer Web UI Password Is Set 37 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS use_webui_pass Command The webui pass command requires or disables Web UI login credentials The default setting is disabled param1 0 The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax fuse webui pass
4. fst_slow Command The fst_slow command sets the specified input to slow switching FST mode The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax f st_slow paraml Parameters param Input A H Notes If param1 0 then all inputs are set to slow switching FST mode Example dfst slow 4 INPUT 4 15 SET TO SLOW MODE rst slow 0 ALL INPUTS ARE SET TO FST SLOW MODE 63 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS fst_fast Command The fst_fast command sets the specified input to fast switching FST mode The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax fst_fast parami Parameters param1 Input A H Notes If param1 0 then all inputs are set to fast switching FST mode Example trat fast 6 INPUT IS SEI FSI FAST MODE frst fast 0 ALL INPUTS ARE SET TO FST FAST MODE 64 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_fst Command The show_fst command displays the FST switching mode status for the speci fied input The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_fst paraml Parameters param Input A H Notes If param1 0 then the FST switching mode status for all inputs are displayed Example show_fst 2 INPUT 2 IS IN SLOW SWITCHING MODE show fst 0 INPUT 1 HDTV IS IN FAST SWITCHING MODE INPUT 2 IS IN SLOW SWITCHING MODE INPUT 3 IS IN F
5. 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 0 0 0 0 SUBNET 0 0 0 0 GATEWAY 0 0 0 0 30 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 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 Tsnetmask 255 255 0 0 NetMask Address 255 255 255 0 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 31 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS sgateway Command The sgateway sets the IP gateway router address Dot decimal notation must be used when specifying the IP address The default Gateway IP address is 192 168 1 254 Syntax sgateway parami Parameters param1 IP gateway 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 32 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_http_port Command The set_http_port command sets the Web server listening port The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The default port sett
6. reboot command reboots the matrix Syntax reboot Parameters None Example reboot MATRIX WILL REBOOT SHORTLY REBOOT UNIT IN 2 SECONDS EXT HDFST 848CPN v2 0J A1B2C3D4E5F6G7H8 72 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_ir Command The set_ir set the IR channel for the matrix The associated DIP switch settings for the IR remote control unit are returned See page 73 for details on setting the IR channel for the IR remote control The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax set_ir paraml Parameters param1 Channel 0 3 Example Teet Ir 2 IR CHANNEL IS SET TO CHANNEL 2 show_ir Command The show_ir displays the current IR channel for the matrix The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_ir Parameters None Example fshow ir CURRENT IR CHANNEL IS 2 73 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS activeisp Command The activeisp command activates ISP mode for upgrading the firmware Syntax factiveisp Parameters None Example factiveisp 74 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS echo Command The echo command enables disables serial port terminal echo Syntax echo Parameters param1 Value 0 1 Disable feedback Enable feedback Examples Techo 1 LOCAL ECHO IS ON echo 0 LOCAL ECHO IS OFF 75 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_out_res Command The sh
7. set according to the information in the LCD display DIP switch settings In this case the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI is set to IR channel 1 Therefore the 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 See page 7 for information on setting the DIP switches on the IR Remote Control unit Press the Menu button to return to the Routing screen 21 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI Routing Sources using the IR Remote Control Buttons 1 8 on the IR remote control correspond to each HDMI input Input 1 8 on the Matrix Buttons correspond to each HDMI output Output A To route a source to a display press the desired output first then press the input Routing Example Route Input 4 to Output C 1 Select Output C by pressing button C on the IR Remote Control The letter C will appear in the upper right hand corner of the LCD display LED indicates a button was pressed Output C selected AUT ABCDEFGH C IM 5523468 2 Select Input 4 by pressing button 4 on the IR Remote Control The number 4 will appear in the lower right hand corner of the LCD display Input 4 selected um JUT ABCDEFGH C E 33334681 4 22 3 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI After the input and output have been selected on the IR Remote Control the numbers on the far right hand of the LCD displa
8. standard operation FEATURES HDMI Features Supported e _ Resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and 1920 x 1200 WUXGA e 12 bit Deep Color e LPOM 7 1 audio Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus and DTS HD Master Audio e _ 3DIV pass through e Sync pass through e HDCP compliant Features e Independently routes any eight Hi Def sources to any of eight HDTV displays e Gefen FST speeds up the HDCP authentication process e Independent Fast and Slow FST switching for each input e Advanced EDID Management for rapid integration of sources and displays e Ability to save and recall presets e Supports DVI sources and displays using HDMI DVI adapters or cables e Field upgradeable firmware via IP e Front Panel Switching capability e IR Remote Control via front panel sensor back panel input using EXT RMT EXTIR e Serial RS 232 control for automation IP Control via Telnet Rack mountable Package Includes 1 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1 IR Remote Control unit 1 24V DC Power Supply 1 AC Power Cord 1 Quick Start Guide PANEL LAYOUT gt 1 d Front Back Gp 10 11 12 13 14 15 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS LCD Display This is a two line sixteen character display which displays status information and is also used to manage display source routing Navigation Buttons Used for routing and adjusting settings of the 8x8 Cross
9. 1 Output A H Example mask d OUTPUT IS UNMASKED show_mask c OUTPUT C Sony_XBR IS MASKED 69 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS power Command The power command toggles the power state on the matrix Syntax power paraml Parameters param 1 State 0 1 0 Power matrix OFF Power matrix ON Example power 0 MATRIX IS OFF power 1 MATRIX IS ON 70 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS fadefault Command The fadefault command disables the EDID lock state sets the default routing state 1 1 2 2 3 3 etc resets the input and output names to the default names e g Output 1 Inout 1 and resets the IP configuration to the default settings Syntax fadefault Parameters None Syntax fadefault MATRIX WAS RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULTS INPUT 1 1o ROUTED TO QUTPUT INPUT 2 Is ROUTED TO OUTPUT 2 INPUT 3 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 3 INPUT 4 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 4 INPUT 5 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 5 INPUT IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 6 INPUT 7 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT 7 INPUT 8 IS ROUTED TO OUTPUT amp 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 Enable Telnet Welcome Screen Is Enable Please Reboot The Unit T1 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS reboot Command The
10. AST SWITCHING MODE INPUT 4 IS IN SLOW SWITCHING MODE INPUT 5 Blu ray IS IN SLOW SWITCHING MODE INPUT 6 IS IN FAST SWITCHING MODE INPUT 7 IS IN FAST SWITCHING MODE INPUT 8 IS IN FAST SWITCHING MODE 65 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS Masking Activates ISP mode for firmware updates Enables disables RS 232 feedback show_out_res Shows the highest resolution supported by the display based on the EDID show_out_colordpt Shows the highest color depth supported by the display based on the EDID Zshow ir Displays the current IR channel of the matrix 66 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS mask Command The mask command masks the specified outputs If param7 is set to 0 then all outputs are masked Syntax mask paraml param9 Parameters param1 Output A H Examples fmask f OUTPUTS C F ARE MASKED mask O ALL OUTPUTS ARE MASKED 67 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS unmask Command The unmask command unmasks the specified outputs If param1 is set to O then all outputs are unmasked Syntax unmask paraml param9 Parameters param1 Output A H Examples unmask d QUTPUT F IS UNMASKED unmask O0 ALL OUTPUTS ARE UNMASKED 68 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_mask Command The show_mask command shows the mask status for the specified output The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax Show_mask paraml Parameters param
11. Geren _ Crosspoint atrix for HDMI EXT HDFEST S48SCPN User Manual www gefen com ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE Technical Support Telephone 818 772 9100 800 545 6900 Fax 818 772 9120 Technical Support Hours 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Monday through Friday Pacific Time Write To Gefen Inc c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefen com support 2gefen com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 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 2012 Gefen LLC All Rights Reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective companies Rev 1 cO cO WOON N WOOT COON NOOO gt a a O O gt RA gt O CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions IR Remote Control Layout and Description Installing the Battery Setting the IR Channel Connecting the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI Wiring Diagram Operating the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI Main Display Displaying Additional Information Determining the Current Routing State Rou
12. LNET COMMANDS show_telnet_username Command The show_telnet_username command returns the user name required for login The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_telnet_username Parameters None Example dishow telnet username TELNET User Name Doc Holiday Is Set ver data Command The Zshow ver data command displays the hardware and firmware version of the Matrix The underscore characters must be included when typing the command name Syntax ver data Parameters None Example show_ver data SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE VERSION v2 0J PCB 1707 B 47 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS Routing Naming Presets r Routes the specified inputs to the specified outputs S Routes all outputs are routed to the specified input Zsave preset Saves the current routing masking state to a preset Zrecall preset Recalls a routing mask preset Zset input name opecifies a name for an input Zset output name opecifies a name for an output Zshow input name Displays the specified input name Zshow output name Displays the specified output name Zshow r Displays the current routing state of the specified output Zlock matrix Locks unlocks the Matrix 48 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS r Command The r command routes the specified input to the specified outputs If param2 is set to 0 then the specified input is routed to all outputs Unli
13. all times from any display by using the included IR Remote Control the RS 232 port IP Telnet or Web Server or by using the front panel push setting This product uses Gefen FST technology How It Works Using HDMI cables connect up to eight Hi Def sources to the HDMI inputs on the matrix Connect up to eight HDTV displays to the HDMI outputs on the matrix 3D content can be displayed only when connecting a 3D source Connect the included power supply to the matrix and plug it into an available electrical outlet Turn on the matrix by pressing the power switch and then apply power to the sources and to the displays OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE GEFEN 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI There is no internal scaling in the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI All of the attached monitors must be able to display the resolutions output by the source devices For maximum compatibility it is recommended that only one compatible common resolution be used by all of the source devices The Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI is a full featured crosspoint matrix for eight inputs and eight outputs Any source can be connected to any display at any time using the remote control RS 232 Telnet or by controlling it via the buttons on the front panel 3D content pass thru is enabled to all outputs when a 3DTV is connected to Output A Ensure to power cycle the Matrix once a 3DTV is connected to Output A during
14. core character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_fw Parameters None Example show_fw FIRMWARE VERSION EXT HDFST 848CPN v2 0J 60 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_hdp Command The show_hpd command displays the HPD Hot Plug Detect status of the specified output The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax fshow hpd paraml Parameters param1 Output A H Notes If the output has been renamed using the set output name command then the name assigned to the output will be included in parentheses Examples show_hpd C HPD OF OUTPUT C S5ony IS LOW show_hpd A HPD OF OUTPUT A IS HIGH 61 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_rsense Command The show_rsense command displays Rsense status of the specified output The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_rsense paraml Parameters param1 Output A H Notes If the output has been renamed using the set output name command then the name assigned to the output will be included in parentheses Examples show_rsense A RSENSE OF OUTPUT A IS LOW show_rsense C RSENSE OF OUTPUT C Sony XBR IS HIGH 62 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS FST fst_slow Set FST technology to slow mode fst_fast Set FST technology to fast mode show_fst Displays the FST state of the specified output
15. es NOTE When the matrix is locked routing and set type commands will not function The matrix must be unlocked before issuing any commands within this class See page 56 for more information A IMPORTANT When sending RS 232 commands a carriage return and a line feed character must be included at the end of each line Commands and parameters are not case sensitive 25 IP CONFIGURATION Configuring the IP Address The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI supports IP based control using Telnet 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 2552550 Gateway 192 168 1 254 HTTP Port 80 Telnet Port 23 1 2 10 Connect an RS 232 cable from the PC to the matrix Launch a terminal emulation program e g HyperTerminal and use the RS 232 settings listed on page 25 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 29 for details Set the subnet mask using the snetmask command see page 31 for details Set the gateway router IP address using the sgateway command see page 32 for details Set the Telnet listening port using the set_telnet_p
16. esents 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 Outputs A B C and D Continuing on Input 4 is routed to Output E Input 6 is routed to Output F Input 8 is routed to Output G and finally Input 1 is routed to Output H Note that each output A H specified in the LCD display corresponds to each of the HDMI outputs 1 8 on the matrix If all inputs are routed to their respective outputs the front panel display will appear as follows This is referred to as a 1 to 1 routing state This is the factory default setting for the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 10 1 2 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI Routing Sources Selecting the Output To select the output press the Output or Output button once The routing state for Output A will be displayed 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 output from left to right 11 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI 3 Consecutively pressing the Output button will cycle through each output from right to left Changing the Source 4 Once the output has been selected press the Input or Input button Consecutive
17. ing is 80 Also see the show_http_port on page 33 syntax set_http_port paraml Parameters param1 Port 0 65535 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example fset http port 70 HTTP Communication Port 80 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 33 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_telnet_port Command The set_telnet_port command sets the Telnet listening port The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The default port value is 23 Syntax set_telnet_port paraml Parameters param1 Port 0 65535 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example fset telnet port 20 Telnet Communication Port 23 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 34 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_ver_data Command The show_ver_data command displays the hardware and firmware version of the Matrix The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_ver_ data Parameters None Example ver data SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE VERSION v2 0J PCB 1707 B webui username Command The zshow webui username command returns the user name required for login The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax dshow webui username Parameters None Notes This command is will be implemented in a future release of the firmware Example
18. ip LP ADDRESS IS 192 168 1 72 show_mac_addr Command The show_mac_addr command shows the MAC address of the Matrix The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_mac_addr Parameters None Example Tshow mac addr MAC ADDRESS IS 00 12 0e f1 7a ea 44 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_netmask Command The show_netmask shows the netmask address The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_netmask Parameters None Example show_netmask NET MASK ADDRESS IS 255 255 255 U show_gateway Command The show_gateway command shows the current gateway address The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_gateway Parameters None Example fshow gateway GATEWAY ADDRESS IS 192 168 2 1 45 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_http_port Command The show_http_ port command shows the current HTTP listening port The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name syntax set_http_port Parameters None Example show_http_port COMMUNICATION PORT IS 80 show_telnet_port Command The show_telnet_port command shows the current Telnet listening port Syntax show_telnet_port Parameters None Example fshow telnet port TELNET COMMUNICATION PORT IS 23 46 RS 232 TE
19. ke other commands do not precede the command with the symbol Syntax r paraml param2 param9 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 param2 Outputs A H Examples r 7 CD F GH INPUT 7 IS SET TO OUTPUTS A D E G H 2 0 INPUT 2 IS SET ALL OUTPUTS 49 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS s Command The s command routes the specified input to all outputs Unlike other commands do not precede the command with the symbol Syntax S paraml Parameters param1 Input 1 8 Examples B 2 INPUT 2 IS TO ALL OUTPUTS 50 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 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 The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax Save_preset paraml Parameters param 1 Preset 1 8 Example fsave preset 1 CURRENT ROUTING STATE IS SAVED TO PRESET INPUT 1 recall_preset Command The recall_ preset command recalls a routing preset Any masked outputs will also be recalled The underscore character must be included when typing the command name Syntax frecall preset parami Parameters param1 Preset 1 8 Example 11 preset 1 RECALLED THE ROUTING STATE SAVES TO PRESET 1 51 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_input_name Command The Zset input
20. lay the File Upload dialog Select the firmware file and click Open on the Open File dialog Click the Upload button on the Web page The update process should take approximately 5 minutes 78 RACK MOUNT SAFETY INFORMATION Maximum recommended ambient temperature 40 104 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 79 SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Pixel d ere NEN RERO 225 MHz Video Input Connectors 8 HDMI Type A 19 pin female locking Video Output Connectors 8 HDMI Type A 19 pin female locking Power LED blue On red Standby LOCK inelcciie MENU LED blue B zm e Mini B female Ethernet PON 1 RJ 45 female 10 100 BaseT 155202 Oll 1 DB 9 female IR Extender PORE Aen ee eee ee 1 3 5mm mini stereo jack Boh ges etek T 24V DC locking Power ConsumMmplON 80W Operating 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 Rack mounting requirements Standard 19 rack 2U high Dimensions W x x D
21. ly pressing the Input button will increment the input source value by a factor of 1 within a range of 1 8 For example if Input 3 was originally routed to Output D then pressing the Input button will route Input 4 to Output D Source changed from from Input 3 to Input 4 12 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI Consecutively pressing the Input button will decrement the input source value by a factor of 1 within a range of 1 8 For example if Input 3 was originally routed to Output C pressing the Input button will route Input 2 to Output C Source changed from from Input 3 to Input 2 To change the routing status of another output press the Output or Output buttons to navigate to the desired output Use the Input or Input buttons to change the source Press the Menu button to return to the Routing Screen NOTE If the Menu button is not pressed after a routing change has been made then the matrix will automatically return to the Routing Screen after about 20 seconds OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI Locking Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent an accidental routing change or power down by pressing the Power button the front panel buttons on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI can be locked RS 232 Telnet commands are also affected 1 Press the Lock button on the front panel Lock LED indicator The Lock LED will glow bright green to indicate that the fron
22. meters param1 Input 1 8 Example fshow input name 5 IHE NAME FOR INPUT 5 IS Blu ray output name Command The zshow output name command shows the name provided to the specified input using the set output name command Syntax fshow output name parami Parameters param1 Output A H Example fshow output name C THE NAME FOR OUTPUT C IS Sony_ABR 54 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_r Command The show_r command shows the current routing status of the specified output The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax Show_r parami Parameters param1 Output A H Notes If the output has been renamed using the set output name command then the name assigned to the output will be included in parentheses Example show_r c OUTPUT C Sony IS ROUTED TO INPUT 4 55 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 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 The underscore character must be included when typing the command name Syntax flock matrix paraml Parameters param1 Value 0 1 o Unlock Matrix Lock Matrix Example FLOCK matrix 1 MATRIX IS LOCKED lock matrix 0 MATRIX IS UNLOCKED 56 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS Status as Displays all available commands Displays the cur
23. name command provides a name to the selected input For example Input 1 could be renamed as DVD Player The maximum string length for param2 is 15 characters Special characters and spaces are not permitted If needed use the underscore character _ to separate characters The underscore character must be included when typing the command name Syntax fset input name parami param2 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 param2 Name Example fset input name 5 Blu ray Blu ray NAME IS ASSIGNED TO INPUT 5 52 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_output_name Command The set_output_name command provides a name to the selected output For example Output 1 could be renamed as HDDisplay The maximum string length for param2 is 15 characters Special characters and spaces are not permitted If needed use the underscore character _ to separate characters The underscore character must be included when typing the command name Syntax fset output name paraml param2 Parameters param1 Output A H param2 Name Example fset output name C Sony XBR7 Sony XBR7 NAME IS ASSIGNED TO OUTPUT C 53 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_input_name Command The show_input_name command shows the name provided to the specified input using the 5 command The underscore character _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax Sshow_input_name paraml Para
24. oes not support multiple devices 15 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI 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 represents the current switching mode of each HDMI input Selecting the Input 2 Tochange the switching mode on an HDMI input press the Output or Output button once The switching mode for Input 1 will be displayed 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 16 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI 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 4 Consecutively pressing the Output button will cycle through each output from right to left 17 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI Changing the S
25. ort command see page 34 for details Set the HTTP listening port using the set_http_port command see page 33 for details Set the Telnet username using the set_telnet_username command see page 40 for details Set the Telnet password using the set_telnet_pass command see page 41 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 26 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS IP Telnet Configuration Zshow webui username Displays the user name for the Web interface 27 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS ipconfig Command The ipconfig command displays all TCP IP settings on the matrix syntax ipconfig Parameters None Example ipconfig IPS Configuration is IPY 194 168s 24438 SUBNET 299 20934299U GATEWAY 192 168 2 1 28 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS sipadd Command The sipadd command sets the IP address 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 72 IP Address 192 168 2 238 Is Set Please Reboot The Unit 29 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS resetip Command The command resets all TCP IP settings to factory defaults Syntax resetip Parameters None
26. ow_out_res command displays the highest resolution supported by the specified display based on the EDID Syntax Sshow_out_res paraml Parameters param1 Output A H Example res 1080P 60HZ HDMI If no display sink signal is detected then the show out colordpt will return the following show out res NO SIGNAL 76 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 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 fshow out colordpt parami Parameters param1 Output A H Example fshow out colordpt a 12 BITS HDMI If no display sink signal is detected then the show_out_colordpt will return the following Show_out_colordpt a NO SIGNAL T7 FIRMWARE UPDATE Firmware Update Procedure The following items are required to update the matrix firmware Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI Ethernet cable Firmware files EXT HDFST 848CPN vXX PACK bin where vXX firmware version Power on the matrix Connect the Ethernet cable between the matrix and the computer containing the firmware file In a Web browser type in the IP address of the matrix The following page will be displayed Each file with max size of 2 MB Allowed type BIN TXT Upload Click the Browse button to disp
27. paraml Parameters param1 otate O 1 Disable password Enable force password Notes This command is will be implemented in a future release of the firmware Examples fuse telnet pass 1 Web UI Password Is Enable fuse telnet pass 0 Web UI Password Is Disable 38 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_telnet_username Command The show_telnet_username command returns the user name required for login The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_telnet_username Parameters None Example dishow telnet username TELNET User Name Doc Holiday Is Set 39 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_telnet_username Command The set_telnet_username command sets the Telnet user name The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The maximum length of the user name is 8 characters The user name is case sensitive The default Telnet username is Admin Syntax set_telnet_username paraml Parameters param1 User name Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example telnet username Doc Holiday 40 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS set_telnet_pass Command The set_telnet_pass command sets the Telnet password The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name The maximum length of the password is 20 characters The password is case sensitive The defa
28. point Matrix for HDMI oee the information beginning on page 11 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 turns glows bright blue when the front panel is locked Lock Button Pressing this button temporarily locks the front panel controls Power Indicator This LED indicator will glow bright blue when the matrix is powered on Power Button Press this button to power on and power off the matrix IP Control Connect an Ethernet cable to this port to control the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI using IP Control See page 26 for more information RS 232 Connects to the RS 232 control device See page 25 for more information IR Ext Connect an IR extender cable to this port Gefen part no EXT RMT EXTIR USB Service port for manufacturer use only Out A Out H Connect HDTV displays to these ports using HDMI cables In 1 8 Connect a Hi Def source to each of these ports using HDMI cables 24V DC Connect the included 24V DC power supply to this power receptacle and connect the AC power cord to an available electrical outlet IR REMOTE CONTROL Layout and Description n j p F N p d ye RMT BBI amp R LED Button Press Indicator This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button is pressed
29. r 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 81 Rev 1 P Nx FST 848C D MA H 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 1 800 545 6900 818 772 9100 fax 818 772 9120 www gefen com support gefen com s amp X o This product uses UL or CE listed power supplies
30. rent matrix routing status in table format Displays the routing status for the specified output Displays the Matrix firmware version Zshow hpd Displays the HPD status of the specified output Displays the Rsense status of the specified output help Command The help command displays help on the specified command If paramf1 is specified then the full list of commands is displayed Syntax thelp paraml Parameters param1 Command name optional Example thelp 4 recall preset RECALL A ROUTING STATE PRESET PARAM 1 1 8 PRESET INPUT 57 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS m Command The m command displays the current matrix routing status in table format Unlike other commands do not precede the m command with the symbol Syntax m Parameters None Example m Out A B D E BF G In 3 3 434681 ALL OUTPUTS ARE UNMASKED MATRIX IS UNLOCKED 58 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS n Command The n command displays the current input output routing state for the specified output Unlike other commands do not precede the n command with the symbol Syntax n paraml Parameters param1 Output A H Notes If param1 0 then the routing status for all outputs will be displayed Examples 0 A3B3C4D3E4F6G8H1 59 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_fw Command The show_fw command displays the current firmware version of the Matrix The unders
31. t panel buttons on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI have been locked If any buttons other than the Lock button are pressed while the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI is locked the following message will be displayed 2 Press the Lock button to unlock the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 14 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI FAST SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY Fast Switching Technology Fast Switching Technology FST is a Gefen software implementation for HDMI products FST was created to improve the 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 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI to Fast Mode will improve performance when connecting disconnecting Hi Def sources and powering ON OFF HDTV displays NOTE When switching from Slow Mode to Fast Mode the HDTV displays connected to the Matrix will blink momentarily 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 d
32. ting Sources Locking Unlocking the Front Panel FST Fast Switching Technology Determining the Current Switching Mode Changing the Switching Mode Setting the IR Channel on the Matrix Routing Sources using the IR Remote Control EDID Management RS 232 Serial Control IP Configuration RS 232 Telnet Commands IP Telnet Configuration Routing Naming Presets Status FST Masking Firmware Update Rack Mount Safety Information Specifications Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI Your complete satisfaction is very important to us Gefen Gefen delivers innovative progressive computer and electronics add on solutions that harness integration extension distribution and conversion technologies Gefen s reliable plug and play products supplement cross platform computer systems professional audio video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes with hard working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate The Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI The Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix routes eight Hi Def sources at resolutions up to 1080p Full HD with Deep Color and multi channel digital audio to any of eight HDTV displays eliminating the need to disconnect and reconnect HDMI sources and displays The Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix supports 3DTV pass through and advanced digital audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio M Each source is accessible at
33. ult Telnet password is Admin Syntax fset telnet pass paraml Parameters param1 Password Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example fset telnet pass OK Corral TELNET Interface Password Is Set 41 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS use_telnet_pass Command The use_telnet_pass command requires or disables Telnet login credentials The default setting is disabled param1 0 The underscore characters _ must be included when typing the command name Syntax use_telnet_pass paraml Parameters param 1 State O 1 Disable password Enable force password Example fuse telnet pass 1 Telnet Interface Password Is Enable fuse telnet pass 0 Telnet Interface Password Is Disable 42 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS display_telnet_welcome Command The display_telnet_welcome command sets enables disables the Telnet welcome message on login Syntax display_telnet_welcome paraml Parameters param 1 State 0 1 Do not display welcome message Display welcome message Example fdisplay telnet welcome 1 Telnet Welcome Screen is Enable fdisplay telnet welcome 0 Telnet Welcome Screen is Disable 43 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS show_ip Command The show_ip command shows the current IP address of the Matrix The underscore character must be included when typing the command name Syntax show_ip Parameters None Example show
34. witching Mode 5 Once the desired input has been selected press the Input or Input button to toggle between Fast or Slow switching mode Switching mode changed from Fast to Slow on Input 3 To change the switching mode of another input press the Output or Output button to navigate to the desired input Press 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 Press the Menu button a second time to the Routing screen 18 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI Setting the IR Channel on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI In order for the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 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 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 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 19 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI 2 Use the In or In button to change the IR channel IR Channel 20 3 OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI After setting the IR address make sure that the DIP switches on the IR Remote Control are
35. x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI Connect up to eight Hi Def sources to the HDMI inputs see page 4 on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for using HDMI cables Connect up to eight HDTV displays to the HDMI outputs see page 4 on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI Connect the included 24V DC power supply to the power receptacle on the Matrix Connect the AC power cord to the power supply and connect the power cord to an available electrical outlet Wiring Diagram for the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI CAT 5 CABLE EEE HDMI CABLE EE RS 232 CABLE MN IR Extender 8x S Hi Def Sources Network Matrix IP Control p RS 232 Controller HD Displays EXT HDFST 848CPN OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI Main Display The Main Display of the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI is a 16 character 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 After a few moments the status screen is displayed The status screen is shown below Displaying Additional Information Consecutively pressing the Menu button on the front panel will cycle through other screens such as FST mode and IP information OPERATING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI Determining the Current Routing State In the example below the first row OUT repr
36. y will disappear and the new routing state will be displayed in the LCD display 23 EDID MANAGEMENT External EDID Management The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 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 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI The EDID contains information about what type of audio video data that the source can send to each output device The following EDID features are copied from Output A e Supported Resolutions e 3D Support e Audio Features Display Connections e device is not connected to Output A 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 A and the Matrix is power cycled e EDID is built from Output A to the Input The audio block will be copied from Output A EDID copying is performed only when the Matrix is reset or power cycled 24 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL 9876 Only Pins 2 RX 3 TX 5 Ground used the RS 232 serial interface RS232 Settings Bils Oe fe CONN oan cet NE E 19200 DIIS e sec ere DH DIFERENTE 8 mc T M E None OIOD DIIS sce eee E IE IEEE 1 FOW C MT a
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