Gefen 4x4 HDMI 1.3 Matrix
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1. 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 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 routes high definition at resolutions up to 1080p with multichannel digital audio from any four HDMI sources to any four displays The 4x4 Matrix eliminates the need to disconnect and reconnect HDMI sources It works with any HDMI source that connects to an HDMI display supporting advanced digital audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio 3D content can be displayed when connecting a 3DTV and 3D source Each source is accessible at all times by any display by selecting it with an IR remote or using the RS 232 port to switch the unit How It Works Connect any four HDMI sources to the Matrix s HDMI inputs Then connect four HDMI devices or displays to the Matrix s outputs Once the sources the Matrix and the displays are powered on and connected select which sources you want to view on the displays using the IR remote or RS 232 connectivity OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI 1 3 You should connect all the cables and2. Reset the unit by removing and re inserting the power cable from the rear panel Changes will be active when this is complete Output 1 Output 1 4 Output 1 Output 1 eooooeooooeooooe 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4 10 RS 232 SERIAL COMMUNICATION CONTROL 9876 Only Pins 2 RX 3 TX and 5 Ground are used on the RS 232 serial interface Binary Table ASCII Corresponding Binary ASCII Corresponding Binary RMT16 IR RMT16 IR Button Button 1 9 9 00110001 2 001100007 a 10 01100001 3 00001 b 1 0100010 4 001101007 c 12 0110001 5 001101001 a 13 01100100 6 1001101101 14 JL 01001001 7 fonom f 15 JL onoono 8 001100 g 16 onoom Additional Features RS232 Settings NS por SC ONG NENNEN EE 19200 Re ae arg etd 8 M None cool dq 1 goce T None 11 SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifier Bandwidth 225 MHz Input Video ele EE 1 2 V p p inp t DDC Signal OE 5 V p p TTL Single Link Range 1080p 1920 x 1200 HDMI Connector NT TI Type A 19 Pin Female Remote Control POT eat ha doeet inca ion coe nnt eria RS 232 female m
3. _ mu M zm en Qum SS EV id p d E D r m b n E T J T 2 uer SS ni 1 E mme 4 E mem 7 Ki i r A LR E i Ri zur m s A i Matrix for HDMI 1 3 EXT HDMI1 3 444 User Manual w 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 LLC c o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 www gefen com support gefen com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 is a trademark of Gefen LLC 2010 Gefen LLC All Rights Reserved All trademarks are the property of their respective companies Rev A5 CONTENTS Introduction Operation Notes Features Panel Layout Panel Descriptions Connecting And Operating The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 EDID Modes RMT 16IR Remote Description 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 Remote Installation IR Channel Configuration RS 232 Serial Communication Control Specifications Warranty INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 Your complete satisfaction is very important to us Gefen
4. ini stereo Power Supply FI fH 5V DC Power Consumption RERO 16 5 W max Rit SONG S 17 W x 1 75 H x 5 875 D Shipping e 10 Ibs 12 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 manua
5. isplay HDMI Display HDMI Display HDMI Display EXT HDMI1 3 444 EDID MODES EDID What is it and what is it used for Under normal circumstances an source device digital and analog will require information about a connected device display to assess what resolutions and features are available The source can then cater its output to send only resolutions and features that are compatible with the attached device display This information is called EDID Extended Display Information Data and a source device can only accept and read one EDID from a connected device display Likewise the source an only output one resolution for use by a connected device display Why is EDID so important with the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 is complex piece of technology that replicates and switches between multiple inputs and outputs Each connected source device will require one EDID to read EDID management is carefully handled by 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 to provide a single EDID for each source to read What options do I have to manage the EDID in the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 First it is important to note that each source device can only output one video audio signal type This includes resolutions and timings When multiple devices displays are used such as with the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 it is important to use devices displays that have similar or compatible resolutions features This will ensure that the sing
6. k Panel 10 PANEL DESCRIPTIONS IR Infrared Receiver This receiver will accept command for switching between HDMI input devices using the included RMT 16IR remote control Power LED Indicator This LED will become active once the included 5V DC power supply is properly connected between the unit and a open wall power receptacle Display 1 4 Selected Input LED Indicator There is a set of 4 LEDs for each of the four output ports Each of the four LED output sets contain 4 individual LED s that will indicate which input source is active for that output The currently selected input will be indicated by an active LED Reset Button This button will reset the unit and force all devices in the chain to re transmit re read EDID It is essential that the unit be reset after the EDID mode has been changed see page 7 for more details This button is also used to configure the IR channel see page 10 for more details RS 232 Serial Communications Interface This input is provided for switching and advanced feature control via an external RS 232 device Please see page 11 for more information IR Infrared Receiver Extension An optional IR Receiver Extension part EXT RMT EXTIR can be connected if the unit is placed in a location that will not provide line of sight to the included IR remote control The IR extension can then be placed in a location where it can receive commands form the IR remote control EDID Selection Toggle Bu
7. l In no event will Gefen be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual even if advised of the possibility of such damages The technical information contained herein regarding the features and specifications is subject to change without notice For the latest warranty coverage information please visit Gefen s Warranty web page at http www gefen com kvm aboutus warranty jsp PRODUCT REGISTRATION Please register your product online by visiting Gefen s web site at http www gefen com kvm Registry Registration jsp 13 3 444 x MA HDMI1 Os This product uses UL listed power supplies 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth CA 91311 1 800 545 6900 WWW gefen com ER 818 772 9100 AR Rev A5 fax 818 772 9120 support gefen com ay Lk 2
8. le video audio signal produced by the source device is accepted by all of the connected output devices displays The user has the option through a switch on the rear panel of the unit to change between a external EDID provided by the display connected to HDMI output port labeled OUT 1 or a pre programed internal EDID How do I change EDID modes in the 4x4 Matrix for 1 3 Simply change the switch on the back panel of the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 to the desired EDID mode The unit must be reset once the EDID mode has been changed Please press the RESET button on the front panel once the EDID mode has changed RMT 16IR REMOTE DESCRIPTION The RMT 16IR remote control will allow the user to select which source will be routed to which output Each of the 4 outputs are assigned a group of 4 buttons that will correspond to the 4 source inputs Please use the information below when selecting the desired source for each display RMT 16IR Button Display 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI 1 3 REMOTE INSTALLATION Installing the IR Remote Control Battery 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 The Remote Control unit ships with two batteries One battery is required for operation and the other battery is a spare RMT 16IR Rear Panel Battery Chamber wo
9. power supply prior to connecting power to the HDMI sources and 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 When powering the sources the display needs to point to the source input 3D content can be displayed by connecting a 3DTV and 3D source Display information EDID is needed by the source devices to determine the capabilities of the connected display This is especially important for HDMI 1 3 sources because without the right information in the EDID none of the features for HDMI 1 3 will be enabled The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 features an EDID selection that will allow the user to choose from a external EDID from an attached display or a built in internal EDID Please see page 7 for more details FEATURES Supported HDMI 1 3 Features e 225 MHz up to 12 bit YUV 444 1080p e Deep Color e Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio e Lip Sync Features e Route any of four 4 Hi Def sources to any four 4 HDTV displays independently e Supports resolutions up to 1080p 1920x1200 and 2K 3DTV pass through e Color Space Conversion o IR Remote Control e RS 232 Control e Supports DVI sources and DVI displays with an HDMI to DVI converter cable or adapter Rack mountable e HDCP compliant Package Includes Gefen 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 6 ft HDMI cables M M IR Remote Control Unit 5V DC Locking Power Supply Set of Rack Ears User Manual 1 4 1 1 1 1 N PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel Bac
10. s usjaB MM DIP Switches IR CHANNEL CONFIGURATION How to Resolve IR Code Conflicts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls conflict with the supplied RMT 161R remote control changing the remote channel will alleviate this issue The RMT 16IR remote control has a bank of DIP switches for configuring the remote channel that both units use to communicate The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 can be put into a mode that will uses its front LED array to indicate which remote channel is being used and also give the user the ability to modify the currently used IR remote channel These IR channel settings must exactly match each other for proper operation The DIP Switch bank the RMT 16IR is located underneath the battery cover Channel 1 Channel 2 Default Channel 3 Channel 4 Left Picture of the opened rear battery compartment of the RMT 16IR remote showing the exposed DIP Switch bank between the battery chambers Follow these steps to place the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 into IR channel setup mode 1 Remove the power cable from the rear side of the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 2 Press and hold the front panel RESET button while re inserting the power cable to enter the setup mode All output LED banks will be active except for Output 1 which will display the currently selected IR channel 3 Note the IR channel used on the RMT 16IR remote and press the RESET button to cycle to the IR channel that matches 4
11. tton This button will toggle between the internal and external EDID modes HDMI Output Ports 1 4 Connect up to 4 HDMI capable devices to these HDMI output ports HDMI Input Ports 1 4 Connect up to 4 HDMI source devices to these HDMI input ports 5V DC Power Input Port Connect the included 5V DC power supply between this port and an open wall power receptacle CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI 1 3 How to Connect the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 1 Connect up to 4 HDMI source devices to the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 using the included HDMI cables NOTE The display connected to the port labeled OUT 1 will have its EDID used when the external EDID mode is active If there are displays with different resolutions in the setup it is recommended that the display with the lowest resolution be placed on the HDMI port labeled OUT 1 This way all of the displays should be able to display an image when the external EDID mode is active 2 Connect up to 4 HDMI capable devices i e displays to the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 using user supplied HDMI cables 3 Connect the included 5V DC power supply between the power input on the unit and an open wall power socket 4 Power on all output devices i e displays first and the source devices second Wiring Diagram for the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI 1 3 Gefen HDMI CABLE mmm HDMI Source HDMI Source HDMI Source HDMI Matrix CU HDMI Source Le T E D
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