Gefen GTB-HDFST-848 video switch
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1. Syntax y show_ip Parameters None show_mac_addr Command The show_mac_addr command shows the MAC address of the Matrix Syntax y show_mac_addr Parameters None RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 33 show_netmask Command The show_netmask shows the netmask address Syntax y show_netmask Parameters None show_telnet_port Command The show_telnet_port command shows the current Telnet listening port Syntax y show_telnet_port Parameters None show_telnet_username Command The show_telnet_username command returns the user name required for login Syntax y show_telnet_username Parameters None RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 34 show_ver_data Command The show_ver_data command displays the hardware and rmware version of the Matrix Syntax y show_ver_data Parameters None sipadd Command The sipadd command sets the IP address of the matrix Dot decimal notation must be used when specifying the IP address Syntax y sipadd param1 Parameters param1 IP address Example p sipadd 192 168 1 72 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 35 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 36 snetmask Command The snetmask command sets the IP network mask Dot decimal notation must be used when specifying the IP network mask Syntax y snetmask param1 Parameters2. 4 Once the desired output has been selected press the In or In button Consecutively pressing the In button will increment the input source value by a factor of 1 within a range of 1 8 For example if Input 4 was originally routed to Output E then pressing the In button will route Input 5 to Output E OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI Source changed from p p from Input 4 to Input 5 11 5 Consecutively pressing the In button will decrement the input source value by a factor of 1 within a range of 1 8 For example if Input 4 was originally routed to Output E pressing the In button will route Input 3 to Output E To change the routing status of another output press the Out or Out buttons to navigate to the desired output Use the In or In buttons to change the source 6 Press the Menu button to return to the Routing Screen OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI Source changed from p p Input 3 to Input 5 NOTE If the Menu button is not pressed after a routing change has been made then the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI will automatically I return to the Routing Screen after about 20 seconds 12 Locking Unlocking the Front Pane
3. TELNET COMMANDS 31 set_telnet_port Command The set_telnet_port command sets the Telnet listening port The default port value is 23 Syntax y set_telnet_port param1 Parameters param1 Port 0 65535 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command set_telnet_username Command The set_telnet_username command sets the Telnet user name The maximum length of the user name is 20 characters The user name is case sensitive Syntax y set_telnet_username param1 Parameters param1 User name Default Admin Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command sgateway Command The sgateway sets the IP gateway router address Dot decimal notation must be used when specifying the IP address Syntax y sgateway param1 Parameters param1 IP gateway Example p sgateway 192 168 1 1 Default 192 168 1 254 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command show_gateway Command The show_gateway command shows the current gateway address Syntax y show_gateway Parameters None Example p show_gateway Gateway address is 192 168 2 1 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 32 show_http_port Command The show_http_port command shows the current HTTP listening port Syntax y set_http_port Parameters None show_ip Command The show_ip command shows the current IP address of the Matrix
4. The GefenToolBox 8x8 Matrix for HDMI can detect the presence of Deep Color 12 bit signal automatically and will disable Deep Color EDID features across all other outputs if any f connected device or display is not capable of processing Deep Color This automatic behavior ensures compatibility among all output devices in a mixed device environment This feature cannot be disabled When powering the GefenToolBox 8x8 Matrix for HDMI the Matrix will undergo a momentary initialization sequence This is normal operation and may take a few seconds OPERATION NOTES 2 FEATURES 3 Supported HDMI Features 225 MHz up to 12 bit YUV 444 1080p Deep Color Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio Lip Sync Features Route any eight Hi Def sources to any eight HDTV displays Supports resolutions up to1080p Full HD and 12 bit Deep Color 3DTV pass through Supports LPCM 7 1 audio Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio Advanced EDID Management for rapid integration of sources and displays Gefen FST speeds up the HDCP authentication process Fast and Slow FST Modes Front Panel Push Button Switching Supports the use of DVI sources and displays with HDMI to DVI cables or adapters IP Control via Web Graphical User Interface and Telnet RS 232 serial control for automation IR Remote Control handheld remote incl
5. 8 HDMI Type A 19 pin female IP Connector 1 RJ 45 sheilded USB Port 1 Mini B female RS 232 Port DB 9 serial female IR Extender Port 3 5 mm mini stereo jack Power Supply 24V DC Power Consumption 100W max Operating Temperature 0 40 C Dimensions W x H x D 9 3 x 16 8 x 1 8 237mm x 428mm x 46mm Shipping Weight 6 lbs 2 7 kg SPECIFICATIONS 54 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 noti ed 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 modi cations Equipment that fails under conditions oth
6. Installing the IR Remote Control Battery 22 Routing Sources using the IR Remote Control 24 Using the IR Extender 25 EDID Management 26 RS 232 Serial Control 27 RS 232 Telnet Commands 27 IP Telnet 37 Routing Naming Presets 43 Status 45 FST 47 Masking 49 Con guration 52 Firmware Update 53 Wall Mounting Instructions 54 Speci cations 55 Warranty Congratulations on your purchase of the GefenToolBox 8x8 Matrix for HDMI Your complete satisfaction is very important to us About Gefen 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 Please visit http www gefen com for the latest offerings in High De nition signal solutions or call us between the hours of 8 00 am and 5 00 pm Monday Friday Paci c Standard Time for assistance with your A V needs We ll be happy to assist you The GefenToolBox 8x8 Matrix for HDMI The GefenToolBox 8x8 Matrix for HDMI routes eight Hi Def sources to any eight HDTV displays Resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and 1920x1200 plus 3DTV are supported along with multichannel digital audio formats such as Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio The Matrix eliminates the need to disconnect and reconnect Hi Def sources It works with any HDMI source that needs to be connected to an HDTV display Each s
7. param1 Network mask Default 255 255 255 0 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command use_telnet_pass Command The use_telnet_pass command requires or disables Telnet login credentials Syntax y use_telnet_pass param1 Parameters param1 State 0 1 Value Meaning 0 Disable password 1 Enable force password Default Disabled no password required Routing Naming Presets Command Description r Routes the speci ed inputs to the speci ed outputs lock_matrix Locks unlocks the Matrix recall_preset Recalls a routing mask preset save_preset Saves the current routing masking state to a preset set_input_name Speci es a name for an input set_output_name Speci es a name for an output show_input_name Displays the speci ed input name show_output_name Displays the speci ed output name show_r Displays the current routing state of the speci ed output r Command The r command routes the speci ed input to the speci ed outputs If param2 is 2 set to 0 then the speci ed input is routed to all outputs Syntax y r param1 param2 param9 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 param2 Outputs A H Examples p r 7 A C D F G H Input 7 is routed to outputs A C D F G H r 2 0 Input 2 is set to all outputs RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 37 lock_matrix Command The lock_matrix comma
8. set_mac_addr Sets the MAC address of the Matrix set_telnet_pass Prompts for password when using Telnet set_telnet_port Sets the Telnet listening port set_telnet_username Sets the user name for the login procedure sgateway Sets the IP gateway address show_gateway Displays the gateway address show_http_port Displays the HTTP listening port show_ip Displays the IP address of the Matrix show_mac_addr Displays the MAC address of the Matrix show_netmask Displays the netmask address show_telnet_port Displays the Telnet listening port show_telnet_username Prompts for user name when using Telnet show_ver_data Displays the hardware software version sipadd Sets the IP address of the matrix snetmask Sets the IP network mask use_telnet_pass Use password during Telnet sessions RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 28 display_telnet_welcome Command The display_telnet_welcome command sets enables disables the Telnet welcome message on login Syntax y display_telnet_welcome param1 Parameters param1 State 0 1 State Meaning 0 Do not display welcome message 1 Display welcome message ipcon g Command The ipcon g command displays all TCP IP settings on the matrix Syntax y ipcon g Parameters None Example p ipcon g TCP IP settings MAC add 00 1C 91 01 50 07 IP add 192 168 1 72 Net Mask 25
9. Gefen Part No EXT RMT EXTIR can be used to extend the IR capabilities of the GefenToolBox 8x8 Matrix for HDMI One such application allows the Matrix to be hidden within or behind a cabinet see illustration below Simply connect the IR extender to the IR extender port see page 4 IR Extender EDID MANAGEMENT 25 External EDID Management The 8x8 Matrix for HDMI features EDID Management Before the source can send video or audio signals the source device reads the EDID Extended Display Identi cation Data from the output devices connected to the Splitter The EDID contains information about what type of audio video data that the source can send to each output device The 8x8 Matrix for HDMI 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 A Supported Resolutions 3D Support Audio Features Display Connections If a 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 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 cyc
10. Matrix for HDMI Hi Def Source Hi Def Source Hi Def Source Hi Def Source Hi Def Source Hi Def Source Hi Def Source Hi Def Source RS 232 Controller RS 232 CABLE ETHERNET CABLE IR EXTENDER IR Extender IP Control Telnet CONNECTING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI Main Display The Main Display of the 8x8 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 8 OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI 9 Determining the Current Routing State In the example below the rst row OUT represents each HDMI output on the matrix The bottom row IN represents each HDMI input on the matrix To
11. page 10 7 Power Turn the power on or off by pressing this button 8 RS 232 Connects to the RS 232 control device The 8x8 Matrix for HDMI may be I switched remotely using this port See page 26 for more information 9 IR Ext Connect an IR extender cable Gefen part no EXT RMT EXTIR to this port See page 24 for more information 10 USB Service Port Reserved for future use 11 IP Control Connect the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI to a network in order to use IP Telnet control I 12 24V DC Connect the included 24V DC power supply to this receptacle 13 In 1 In 8 Connect a Hi Def source device to each of these input ports 14 Out 1 Out 8 Connect HDTV displays or other audio video output devices to these ports 7 How to Connect the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI 1 Connect up to eight 8 Hi Def sources to the HDMI inputs on the left side of the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI using the included HDMI cables I 2 Connect up to eight 8 HDTV displays to the HDMI outputs on the right side of the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI 3 Connect the included 24V DC power supply to the power receptacle on the Matrix 4 Connect the AC power cord to the power supply and connect the power cord to an available electrical outlet Wiring Diagram for the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI GTB HDFST 848 HD Display HD Display HD Display HD Display HD Display HD Display HD Display HD Display 8x8 Matrix for HDMI HDMI CABLE Gefen 8x8
12. 5 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 2 254 Web Server Port 80 Telnet Server Port 23 Telnet password at login is set to ON Telnet welcome at login is set to ON RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 29 resetip Command The resetip command resets all TCP IP settings to factory defaults Syntax y resetip Parameters None Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command set_http_port Command The set_http_port command sets the Web server listening port Syntax y set_http_port param1 Parameters param1 Port 0 65535 Default 80 Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 30 set_mac_addr Command The set_mac_addr command set the MAC address of the Matrix The MAC address must be speci ed using dot decimal notation Syntax y set_mac_addr param1 Parameters param1 MAC address Notes The MAC address should not be changed This command is for administrator use only The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command Example p set_mac_addr 00 da 17 01 5f 02 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 Syntax y set_telnet_pass param1 Parameters param1 Password Default Admin Notes The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command RS 232
13. 8x8 Matrix for HDMI GTB HDFST 848 GTB HDFST 848 BLK User Manual gefentoolbox com ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE Rev A1 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 Paci c Time Write To Gefen LLC c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefentoolbox com support gefentoolbox com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware packaging and any accompanying doc u men ta tion without prior written notice 8x8 Matrix for HDMI is a trademark of Gefen LLC HDMI the HDMI logo and High De nition 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 owners CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Panel Layout 4 Top Front 5 Left Side Right Side 6 Panel Descriptions 7 Connecting the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI 7 Wiring Diagram 8 Operating the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI 8 Main Display 9 Determining the current Routing State 10 Routing Sources 13 Locking Unlocking the Front Panel 14 Fast Switching Technology 15 Determining the current Switching Mode 18 Setting the IR channel on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI 20 IR Remote Control 20 Layout and Descriptions 21
14. HDDisplay The maximum string length for param2 is 15 characters Special characters and spaces are not 2 permitted If needed use the underscore character _ to separate characters Syntax y set_output_name param1 param2 Parameters param1 Output A H param2 Name Example p set_output_name 3 Sony_XBR7 Sony_XBR7 is assigned to output 3 show_input_name Command The show_input_name command shows the name provided to the speci ed input using the set_input_name command Syntax y show_input_name param1 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 Example p show_input_name 5 The name for input 5 is Blu_ray RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 40 show_output_name Command The show_output_name command shows the name provided to the speci ed input using the set_output_name command Syntax y show_output_name param1 Parameters param1 Output A H Example p show_output_name C The name for output C is Sony_XBR7 show_input_name Command The show_input_name command shows the name provided to the speci ed input using the set_input_name command Syntax y show_input_name param1 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 Example p show_input_name 5 The name for input 5 is Blu_ray RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 41 show_r Command The show_r command shows the current routing status of the speci ed output Syntax y
15. IX FOR HDMI 3 Press the Out or Out button again to cycle through the routing state for each output Consecutively pressing the Out button will cycle through each input from left to right starting with Input 1 4 Consecutively pressing the Out button will cycle through each output from right to left NOTE In Routing mode the Out and Out buttons cycle through each output In Switching mode these same buttons are used to cycle through each input 16 Changing the Switching Mode 5 Once the desired input has been selected press the In or In button to toggle between Fast or Slow switching mode To change the switching mode of another input press the Out or Out button to navigate to the desired input Press the In or In 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 OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI Switching mode changed from Fast to Slow on p Input 3 17 OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI Setting the IR Channel on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI In order for the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI to commu
16. and 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 y fadefault Parameters None RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 50 power Command The power command toggles the power state on the matrix Syntax y power param1 Parameters param1 State 0 1 Value Meaning 0 Power matrix OFF 1 Power matrix ON reboot Command The reboot command reboots the matrix Syntax y reboot Parameters None Example p reboot Matrix will reboot shortly reboot unit in 2 seconds Matrix is ON A2B2C2D7E1F1G3H2 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 51 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 21 for details on setting the IR channel for the IR remote control Syntax y set_ir param1 Parameters param1 Channel 0 3 Example p set_ir 2 IR channel is set to channel 2 show_ir Command The show_ir displays the current IR channel for the matrix Syntax y show_ir Parameters None Example p show_ir Current IR channel is 2 FIRMWARE UPDATE 52 Firmware Update Procedure The following items are required to update the matrix rmware GefenToolBox 8x8 Matrix for HDMI Ethernet cable Fir
17. er 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 tness 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 speci cations 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 sectio
18. ets FST to fast mode show_fst Displays the fst_slow Command The fst_slow command sets the FST Fast Switching Technology to slow normal mode for the speci ed inputs If param1 is set to 0 then all inputs are set to slow FST mode Syntax y fst_slow param1 param9 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 Examples p fst_slow 2 3 4 Inputs 2 3 4 are set to FST slow mode fst_slow 0 All inputs are set to FST slow mode RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 46 fst_fast Command The fst_fast command sets the FST Fast Switching Technology to fast mode for the speci ed inputs If param1 is set to 0 then all inputs are set to fast FST mode Syntax y fst_fast param1 param9 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 Examples p fst_fast 2 3 4 Inputs 2 3 4 are set to FST fast mode fst_fast 0 All inputs are set to FST fast mode show_fst Command The show_fst command shows FST status for each speci ed input If param1 is set to 0 then the status for all inputs are displayed Syntax y show_fst param1 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 Examples p show_fst 2 Inputs 2 is in fast switching mode RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 47 Masking Command Description mask Masks the speci ed outputs show_mask Displays the mask status for the speci ed output unmask Unmasks the speci ed outputs mask Command The mask command masks t
19. gether 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 nally Input 1 is routed to Output H Note that each output A H speci ed 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 would look something like this Sometimes this is referred to as a 1 to 1 routing state This is the factory default setting for the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI 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 2 Press the Out or Out button again to cycle through the routing state for each output Consecutively pressing the Out button will cycle through each output from left to right starting with Output A OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI 10 3 Consecutively pressing the Out button will cycle through each output from right to left starting with Output H Changing the Source
20. he speci ed outputs If param1 is set to 0 then all outputs are masked Syntax y mask param1 param9 Parameters param1 Output A H Examples p mask c f Outputs C F are masked mask 0 All outputs are masked RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 48 show_mask Command The show_mask command shows the mask status for the speci ed output Syntax y mask param1 Parameters param1 Output A H Example p show_mask d Outputs D is masked unmask Command The unmask command unmasks the speci ed outputs If param1 is set to 0 then all outputs are unmasked Syntax y unmask param1 param9 Parameters param1 Output A H Examples p unmask d Outputs D is unmasked unmask 0 All output are unmasked RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 49 Con guration Command Description activeisp Activate ISP mode for programming use only fadefault Resets the matrix to factory default routing power Toggles power on the matrix reboot Reboots the matrix set_ir Sets the IR channel of the matrix show_ir Displays the IR channel of the matrix activeisp Command The activeisp command activates ISP mode This command is used when programming the matrix Syntax y activeisp param1 Parameters param1 State 0 1 Value Meaning 0 ISP mode disable 1 ISP mode enable fadefault Command The fadefault comm
21. l To prevent an accidental routing change or power down by pressing the Power button the front panel buttons on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI can be locked I Locking the matrix also disables many RS 232 Telnet commands See page 26 1 Press the Lock button on the front panel The Lock LED will glow bright orange to indicate that the front panel buttons on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI have been locked I If any buttons other than the Lock button are pressed while the The 8x8 Matrix for HDMI is Locked the following message will be displayed I 2 To unlock the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI press the Lock button a second time 13 OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI Lock LED indicator 14 OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI 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 speci cations 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
22. led 26 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL RS232 Settings Bits per second 19200 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 Flow Control None 5 4 3 2 1 9 8 7 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Only Pins 2 RX 3 TX and 5 Ground are used on the RS 232 serial interface IMPORTANT When sending RS 232 commands a carriage return and a line feed character must be included at the end of each line Commands are not case sensitive t NOTE When the matrix is locked routing and set type commands will not function The lock_matrix command must be used before issuing any commands within this class See page 38 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 27 IP Telnet Con guration Command Description display_telnet_welcome Set Telnet welcome message on login ipcon g Displays all TCP IP settings resetip Resets IP con guration to factory settings set_http_port Sets the Web server listening port
23. mware les GTB HDFST 848 vXX PACK bin where vXX rmware version 1 Power on the matrix 2 Connect the Ethernet cable between the matrix and the computer containing the rmware le 3 In a Web browser type in the IP address of the matrix The following page will be displayed 4 Click the Browse button to display the File Upload dialog 5 Select the rmware le and click Open 6 Click the Upload button on the Web page The update process should take approximately 5 minutes WALL MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS The 8x8 Matrix for HDMI should be mounted vertically in a wall or cabinet with I wood drywall screws as shown in the diagram above There should be an inch or two of clearance between the edges of the unit and any walls or vertical surfaces to allow for enough clearance for insertion and retraction of cables at the HDMI connectors For installation on a drywall surface use a 6 drywall screw It is recommended when installing on a drywall surface that studs be used to secure the Matrix should undue stress be applied when connecting and disconnecting HDMI cables 53 Maximum Pixel Clock 225 MHz Video Input Connectors 8 HDMI Type A 19 pin female Video Input Connectors
24. n of the Gefen Web site 55 Rev A1 Pb 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 1 800 545 6900 818 772 9100 fax 818 772 9120 www gefentoolbox com support gefentoolbox com This product uses UL or CE listed power supplies
25. nd locks unlocks the Matrix When the Matrix is locked all functions are disabled including the front panel RS 232 and Telnet Syntax y lock_matrix param1 Parameters param1 Value 0 1 Value Meaning 0 Unlock Matrix 1 Lock Matrix recall_preset Command The recall_preset command recalls a routing preset Any masked outputs will also be recalled Syntax y recall_preset param1 Parameters param1 Preset 1 8 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 38 save_preset Command The save_preset command saves the current routing state to the speci ed preset Any masked outputs will also be saved as part of the current routing state Syntax y save_preset param1 Parameters param1 Preset 1 8 set_input_name Command The set_input_name command provides a name to the selected input For example Input 1 could be renamed as Computer 1 The maximum string length for param2 is 15 characters Special characters and spaces are not 2 permitted If needed use the underscore character _ to separate characters Syntax y set_input_name param1 param2 Parameters param1 Input 1 8 param2 Name Example p set_input_name 5 Blu_ray Blu_ray is assigned to input 5 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 39 set_output_name Command The set_output_name command provides a name to the selected output For example Output 1 could be renamed as
26. nicate with the included IR Remote I 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 Matrix for HDMI 1 From the Routing screen simultaneously press the In In and the Out 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 2 Use the In or In button to change the IR channel 18 IR Channel 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 In this case the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI is set to IR channel 1 Therefore the I 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 g DIP switch settings OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI 19 1 LED Button Press Indicator This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button is pressed 2 Display and Source Selec
27. ource is accessible at all times from any display using the front panel push buttons IR remote control RS 232 interface or via Telnet protocol How It Works Connect the Hi Def audio video sources to the eight HDMI inputs using the sup plied HDMI cables Connect up to eight HDTV displays to the HDMI outputs 3D content can be displayed when connecting a 3DTV and 3D source Connect the power supply to the matrix and plug the power cable into an available electri cal outlet Apply power to the sources and displays The Hi Def sources will be routed according to the current routing selection 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 speci cations FST allows for connecting dis connecting or turning any of the HDTV displays on or off without affecting other displays within the audio video distribution system INTRODUCTION 1 READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE GEFENTOOLBOX 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI 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 GefenToolBox 8x8 Matrix for HDMI incorporates advanced EDID management to ensure compatibility with all sources and display devices See pages 25 for more details
28. sed batteries according to the instructions 22 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 A H correspond to each HDMI output Output A H To route a source to a display press the desired output rst 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 number 3 will appear in the upper right hand corner of the LCD display 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 p Input 4 selected p Output C selected LED indicates a p button was pressed IR REMOTE CONTROL IR REMOTE CONTROL 23 3 After the input and output have been selected on the IR Remote Control the numbers on the far right hand of the LCD display will disappear and the new routing state will be displayed in the LCD display Input 4 is routed to p Output C 24 Back of Cabinet Gefen Toolbox Unit Remote Set top Box IR EXTENDER INSTALLATION Using The IR Extender An optional IR Extender
29. show_r param1 Parameters param1 Output A H Example p show_r c Output C is routed to Input 2 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 42 RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 43 Status Command Description help Displays all available commands show_fw Displays the Matrix rmware version show_hpd Displays the HPD status of the speci ed output show_rsense Displays the RSENSE status of the speci ed output m Displays the current matrix routing status in table format help Command The help command displays help on the speci ed command If param1 is not speci ed then the full list of commands is displayed Syntax y help param1 Parameters param1 Command name Example p help callpreset recall_preset param1 Recall a routing state preset Param1 1 8 preset input RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 44 show_fw Command The show_fw command displays the current rmware version of the Matrix Syntax y show_fw Parameters None Example p show_fw Firmware version GTB HDFST 848 v2 0E show_hdp Command The show_hpd command displays the HPD Hot Plug Detect status of the speci ed output Syntax y show_hpd param1 Parameters param1 Output A H Example p show_hpd c HPD of output C is low RS 232 TELNET COMMANDS 45 FST Command Description fst_slow Sets FST to slow normal mode fst_fast S
30. the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI to I 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 speci cations Slow Mode is recommended when the source does not support multiple devices FAST SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY 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 rst 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 To change the switching mode on an HDMI input press the Out or Out 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 OPERATING THE 8X8 MATRIX FOR HDMI 15 OPERATING THE 8X8 MATR
31. tion Buttons These buttons are used to select which source is routed to a display The Source and Display buttons are mapped as follows IR REMOTE CONTROL RMT 848IR Layout and Description 1 2 20 NOTE An Activity Indicator that ashes quickly while holding down any one of the 16 buttons indicates a low battery Replace the IR Remote Control battery as soon as possible 21 IR REMOTE CONTROL Installing the IR Remote Control 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 Setting the IR Channel The IR channel on the IR Remote Control must match the IR channel used by the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI For example if both DIP switches on the IR Remote Con trol unit are set to IR channel 0 both DIP switches down then the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI must also be set to IR channel 0 I See page 51 for information on how to change the IR channel on the 8x8 Matrix for HDMI Remote Channel 2 Remote Channel 3 Remote Channel 1 DIP switches y Battery slot Channel 0 default y 1 2 ON 1 2 ON 1 2 ON 1 2 ON 1 2 WARNING Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of u
32. uded Field upgradable rmware via built in Web Graphical User Interface 24V DC Power supply Wall mountable Uses Gefen Mono LOK HDMI connectors for secure cable connections Available in Black and White nishes Package Includes 1 GefenToolBox 8x8 Matrix for HDMI 1 IR Remote Control 1 24V DC Locking Power Supply 1 AC power cord 1 Quick Start Guide PANEL LAYOUT 4 Top Front 6 5 2 4 3 1 7 10 12 11 9 8 PANEL LAYOUT 5 14 13 Left Side Right Side 6 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 Power Indicator This LED indicator will glow bright green when the matrix is powered on 2 Lock Indicator This LED indicator will glow bright orange when the matrix is locked 3 IR Window Receives signals from the IR Remote Control unit 4 Menu Pressing this button changes between routing mode and status mode 5 Lock Temporarily locks the front panel buttons This prevents inadvertent routing changes or power down using the front panel buttons The LED above the button turns bright orange when the front panel is locked Press once to lock the front panel buttons Press this button again to unlock the front panel buttons 6 Navigation Buttons These buttons are used to navigate between the inputs and outputs of the Gefen 8x8 Matrix for HDMI For details on how these controls are used see
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