Gefen EXT-MHDMI1.3-148 video splitter
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1. 44 8 8 2 6176 4192__ Listed Audio Formats In 2 Channel Supported LPCM 2 32 44 1 48 88 2 96 176 4 192 AUTOMATIC DEEP COLOR DETECTION Automatic Deep Color EDID Features The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 features an automatic EDID modification feature that will evaluate all connected devices displays for Deep Color compatibility Regardless of the selected EDID Mode if an output device display that is connected does not support the HDMI 1 3 specified Deep Color feature all EDID Deep Color features will be removed This will maximize compatibility in a mixed output device environment This feature is automatic and cannot be disabled 10 SPECIFICATIONS Single Link BandWidth sea bici 225 MHz Input Video nee 1 2 volts p p DDC Signal diia 5 volts p p TTL Maximum Video Resolution 1080p 60 Hz with up to 12 bit Deep Color HDMI E type A 19 pin female 1 input 8 output POWEL ee EE 5V DC POWER Consumption serie 10 Watts DEENEN 4 W x 11 H x 1 2 D Operating Temperature eu 0 40 degrees C Compliancy RoHS CE and UL Certified Complies with US EU Standards HDMI 1 3 HDMI 1 2 HDCP 1 1 and DVI 1 0 Compliant Shipping WEICHE aioe oss ered ee ee ee 2 Ibs 11 WARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship If equipment fails because of such defects2. Mini 1 8 HDMI 1 3 Splitter EXT MHDMI1 3 148 User Manual 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 thru Friday Write To Gefen LLC c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefen com support gefen com Notice Gefen Inc reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 is a trademark of Gefen Inc 2011 Gefen LLC All rights reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective companies Rev A1 5 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Panel Layout 5 Panel Descriptions 6 Connecting And Operating The Mini 1 8 Splitter For HDMI 1 3 7 EDID Management 9 Internal EDID Specifications 10 Automatic Deep Color Detection 11 Specifications 12 Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 Your com plete satisfaction is very important to us Gefen Inc Gefen caters to the growing needs for innovative home theater solutions We specialize in total integration for your home theater while also focusing on going above and beyond customer expectations to ensure you get the most from your hardware We invite you to explore our distinct product line and hope yo
3. This mode is useful in scenarios where all output devices displays are HDTV monitors that only support 2 channel LPCM This setting will ensure that all connected devices will receive and produce sound 2 Multi Channel This setting will enable all common audio formats in the pre programmed EDID For a full listing of the audio formats in this mode please see page 9 To use this mode set the Audio Selection Switch on the front panel to the Multi CH position This mode is useful in scenarios where the output devices displays are varying devices i e HDTV display and audio receivers Please note that sound may not be heard from all output devices displays if a shared common audio format is not used by the source device INTERNAL EDID SPECIFICATIONS Listed Resolutions esoe p 50560 48 am 1 50960 48 595460 49 12 0720 E 599460 169 20x080 1 595460 169 P 595460 169 E 28974 169 Crs so aa eeng TE Ia 49 Er 5 169 1 Ia 169 5 169 509460 169 eg Pe so 169 Naitive resolution Listed Audio Formats In Multi Channel Mode omar IB Sampling Rates 2 Snsszsemsg Sausazseosas as Dolby Digita Pius game Dolby Trueno 41148882 61764 92_ __
4. 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 12 48x 3 1 T MHDMI1 X Rev A1 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 1 800 545 6900 www gefen com 6 This product uses UL listed power supplies 818 772 9100 amp fax 818 772 9120 support gefen com te
5. audio All displays that cannot show the same video resolution s as the Primary Display connected to Output 1 may fail to show a picture Secondary displays follow the Primary by sharing the resolution and capability information EDID obtained from the Primary Display OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE MINI 1 8 SPLITTER FOR HDMI 1 3 The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 features EDID selection that may impact the resolutions features that are available for use Please see the EDID Mode section on page 6 for more information on the usage of this feature HDMI 1 3 Features 225 MHz up to 12 bit YUV 444 1080p Deep Color XV Color Dolby TrueHD amp DTS HD Master Audio Color Space Conversion CEC Pass Through and xvYCC Lip Sync Pass Through The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 features an automatic Deep Color detection function that will determine if all connected devices displays are Deep Color capable If a single connected device display is not capable of Deep Color this feature will not be available for use This automatic detection cannot be disabled Please note that a momentary loss of video will occur on all output devices when either a display is attached removed or turned off on when using the EXTERNAL EDID Mode This occurrence is unavoidable due to the nature of the automatic Deep Color detection features built into this unit If this momentary video dropout is undesired please ut
6. with the currently used output resolution Audio may not be heard on all output devices displays This usually caused by a device display not being compatible with the currently used output audio format These issues arise from resolution audio incompatibilities between the different devices displays connected to the splitter The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 can use one of two sources to acquire and transmit an EDID EXTERNAL MODE This mode will use the EDID from the device display connected to the HDMI output port 1 All resolutions and audio formats specified in this EDID will be passed to the source device NOTE All other HDMI capable devices displays connected to the other output ports MUST be compatible with at least one resolution audio format supported by the device display connected to HDMI output port 1 It is recommended to set on the source device acommon resolution and audio format shared by all attached devices displays This is to ensure a compatible signal is output to all connected devices displays To use this mode set the EDID Mode Switch on the front panel to the EXT position This mode should be used in scenarios where a particular resolution or audio format is required by the output devices displays INTERNAL MODE This mode will use a preset EDID that is stored in the Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 All resolutions and audio formats specified in this EDID will be passed to the source device Many co
7. HDTV A V receiver will carry and transmit its EDID to a connected source The source will then read this EDID file and make the necessary adjustments to ensure that only compatible features are released to the device display A source can only accept and read one EDID from a connected device display Likewise the source can only output one resolution and audio type for a connected device display to use Why is EDID so important with the Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 is complex piece of technology that replicates a single input signal to multiple outputs The single source device will require one EDID to read Multiple devices displays can be connected to the outputs on the Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 each with its own EDID so management of this information is key to ensure that maximum compatibility is maintained between all devices EDID MANAGEMENT What options do have managing EDID in the Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 It is important to understand that the EDID contains much more than just listings of supported resolutions and audio formats However resolutions and audio formats are the two key types of information that a user will need to understand how to use these EDID management functions Common problems that a user may encounter while using a splitter can be 1 Video may not be visible on all output devices displays This usually caused by a device display not being compatible
8. 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 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
9. ble devices to the output ports on the Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 using USER supplied HDMI cables NOTE Always connect one HDMI output device to output port 1 when using the EXTERNAL EDID mode Please read the Operation Notes page 2 and EDID Modes page 6 for more information about EDID handling and routing 3 Connect the included 5V DC power supply between the power input receptacle and an open wall power socket How to Operate the Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 does not require any configuration to begin splitting the incoming HDMI input signal However depending on the features required by the user the EDID Mode and Audio Channel Selection switches may need to be adjusted Please see the following section for more information on the usage of these switches EDID Modes The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 features automatic and manual EDID adjustments to maximize compatibility of all attached devices First it is necessary to understand EDID and what it is used for EDID What is it and what is it used for Under normal circumstances analog i e VGA computer and digital i e Blu ray player source devices will require information about a connected device display to assess what resolutions and features are compatible This required information is read from a standardized file called the EDID Extended Display Information Data Almost all types of output devices displays computer monitor
10. ilize the INTERNAL EDID Mode which will alleviate this momentary video dropout FEATURES Features e Simultaneously displays a single HDMI 1 3 source on up to 8 HDMI compliant monitors without signal loss e Maintains high resolution video beautiful sharp HDTV resolutions up to 1080p 60 Hz EDID Detection Adjustment for rapid integration of source and displays e Supports LPCM 7 1 audio Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio e Supports DVI source and DVI displays using HDMI to DVI converter cable e HDCP keysets allow each output to work independently when connecting to a display e HDMI input output cables may be up to 10 15 meters with 1080p 8 bit resolution e HDMI input output cables may be up to 6 10 meters with 1080p 12 bit resolution e HDMI and HDCP compliant Package Includes Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 6 foot Locking HDMI cable 5V DC Power Supply User s Manual PANEL LAYOUT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS HDMI Outputs 1 4 Connect an HDMI capable device to any of these output ports The device attached to output port 1 will be used to read EDID when the EXTERNAL EDID mode is selected NOTE All devices connected to any of the output ports must be capable of accepting at least one resolution listed in the EDID of the device connected to output port 1 when using the EXTERNAL EDID mode All devices connected to any output port must be capable of accepting at least one resolution l
11. isted in the pre programmed EDID resolutions are listed on page 9 when using the INTERNAL EDID mode HDMI Output Ports 5 8 Connect an HDMI capable device to any of these output ports Please read the note above Audio Channel Selection Switch This switch will modify the EDID to specify the number of supported audio channels when using the INTERNAL EDID mode This setting will not affect the EDID information when using the EXTERNAL EDID mode EDID Mode Selection Switch This switch will control the location of the EDID that will be sent to the source device The options are EXTERNAL and INTERNAL Please see page 6 for more information Power Indicator LED This LED will become active once the included 5V DC power supply has been properly connected to the unit and a power source HDMI Input Port Connect an HDMI source device to this input port The signal from this port will be replicated to all HDMI output ports HDMI 1 3 is supported Please see the Operation Notes section on page 2 for supported HDMI 1 3 features 5V DC Power Input Receptacle Connect the included 5V DC power supply between this receptacle and a power source Only use the power supply supplied with this unit CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE MINI 1 8 SPLITTER How to Connect the Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 1 Connect an HDMI source device to the HDMI input port on the Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 using the INCLUDED HDMI cable 2 Connect up to 8 HDMI capa
12. mmon resolutions and audio formats are supported by this EDID For a complete listing of the resolutions and audio formats listed in this EDID please see page 9 EDID MANAGEMENT Continued from the previous page NOTE All other HDMI capable devices displays connected to the output ports MUST be compatible with at least one resolution audio format specified in this EDID It is recommended to set on the source device a common resolution and audio format shared by all attached devices displays This is to ensure a compatible signal is output to all connected devices displays To use this mode set the EDID Mode Switch on the front panel to the INT position This mode should be used in most scenarios Audio Channel Selection The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 features a switch that will modify the supported audio formats listed in the pre programmed EDID This feature is useful for limiting the output of the source device to either 2 or multi channel audio formats NOTE This selector switch will only affect the pre programmed EDID in the INTERNAL INT EDID Mode The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 can use either of the following settings for audio format support 1 2 Channel This setting will limit the audio formats listed in the pre programmed EDID to 2 channel LPCM For a full listing of the audio formats in this mode please see page 9 To use this mode set the Audio Selection Switch on the front panel to the 2 CH position
13. u find your solutions Don t see what you are looking for here Please call us so we can better assist you with your particular needs The Gefen Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 is a compact and lightweight wall mounted alternative to our rack mounted HDMI 1 3 splitters The Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 sends one source of HDMI digital high definition audio video to 8 HDMI com pliant displays at the same time It supports all HDMI equipment such as DVD players satellite set top boxes and all HDMI displays Features include transmis sion of high def deep color video resolutions up to 1080p 60 Hz combined with advanced lossless digital audio formats for pristine sound reproduction How It Works Connect your HDMI video source to the Mini 1 8 Splitter for HDMI 1 3 s input using the supplied HDMI cable Connect up to 8 HDMI compliant displays to the unit s 8 HDMI outputs Once connected and powered the source signal will be seen on all eight displays at the same time Note This Splitter will attempt to identify and configure connected displays by captur ing their EDID data resolution capability information that is unique to a particular display If EDID data is unavailable the Splitter can use a pre programmed standard EDID that is compatible with most displays A bank of 2 EDID function switches on the front panel allows selection of EDID type internal or external and 2 channel or multichannel
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