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SP18 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Quick Reference Guide
SP18
The Blustream SP18 4K HDMI splitter distributes a single HDMI source to eight simultaneous HDMI outputs.
The SP18 supports full HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 with video resolutions up to and including 4K @ 60Hz 4:4:4.
Introduction
Key Features:
• Features 1x HDMI input that is replicated to 8x HDMI outputs
• Supports HDMI 2.0 18 Gbps specification including HDR
• Supports up to 4K UHD 60Hz 4:4:4
• Supports all industry standard video resolutions including VGA-WUXGA and 480i-4K
• Supports all known HDMI audio formats including Dolby TrueHD, Atmos and DTS-HD Master Audio
transmission
• Advanced EDID management
• HDCP 2.2 Support
Power
EDID HDMI Input Upgrade
HDMI Output
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
HDMI Output
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
0
0
1
1
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8-Way 4K HDMI 2.0 Splitter
HDMI Input
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Power
EDID HDMI Input Upgrade
HDMI Output
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
0
0
1
1
23
8-Way 4K HDMI 2.0 Splitter
Panel Description
Front Panel:
Rear Panel:
The EDID configuration can be altered using the dip-switches located on the rear panel of the splitter.
Please see the following list for EDID settings.
Note: You must power-cycle the HDMI splitter and source device aer changes have been made in order for the EDID settings to update.
Adjusting The EDID Settings
Power LED - illuminates if SP18 is powered on
EDID DIP switch - used to adjust HDMI input EDID settings
Input LED - illuminates if HDMI input is active
Micro USB connector - used for firmware upgrade
Output LED - lluminates if HDMI output is active
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2
3
1 2
HDMI input - connect to HDMI source
HDMI outputs 1-8 - connect to HDMI displays
Power port - use included 5V/4A DC power adaptor
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7
8
6 8
5
7
3
4
4
5
Power
DC 5V
EDID HDMI Input Upgrade
HDMI Output
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
HDMI Output
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
0
0
1
1
23
8-Way 4K HDMI 2.0 Splitter
HDMI Input
SP18
EDID Dip-switches
DIP ON ▼/OFF▲ SWITCHING POSITIONS
3 2 1 0 EDID TYPE
OFF OFF OFF OFF HDMI 1080p@60Hz, Audio 2ch PCM
OFF OFF OFF ON HDMI 1080p@60Hz, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY
OFF OFF ON OFF HDMI 1080p@60Hz, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD
OFF OFF ON ON HDMI 1080i@60Hz, Audio 2ch PCM
OFF ON OFF OFF HDMI 1080i@60Hz, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY
OFF ON OFF ON HDMI 1080i@60Hz, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD
OFF ON ON OFF HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:2:0+4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 2ch PCM
OFF ON ON ON HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:2:0+4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY
ON OFF OFF OFF HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:2:0+4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD
ON OFF OFF ON HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, Audio 2ch PCM
ON OFF ON OFF HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY
ON OFF ON ON HDMI 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/DOLBY/HD
ON ON OFF OFF DVI 1280x1024@60Hz, Audio None
ON ON OFF ON DVI 1920x1080@60Hz, Audio None
ON ON ON OFF DVI 1920x1200@60Hz, Audio None
ON ON ON ON Soware Control EDID
Dip-switch position ‘0’ = O
Dip-switch position ‘1’ = On
EDID HDMI Input Upgrade
HDMI Output
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
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Example Schematic
SP18
HDMI
DC 5V
HDMI Output
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
HDMI Input
SP18
1 x 4K SOURCE
DISPLAY 2
4K
DISPLAY 1
4K
DISPLAY 3
4K
DISPLAY 5
4K
DISPLAY 7
4K
DISPLAY 4
4K
DISPLAY 6
4K
DISPLAY 8
4K

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Package Contents:
Specifications:
• 1x SP18
• 1x 5V/4A DC power supply
• 1x Mounting kit
• 1x Quick reference guide
Video Input Connectors: 1x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female
Video Output Connectors: 8x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female
EDID: 4-Pin DIP switch
Dimensions Inc. Connections (W x D x H): 273mm x 109mm x 13mm
Shipping Weight: 0.7kg
Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Storage Temperature : -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
Power Supply : 5V/4A DC
RevA1_QRG_SP18_180828
NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weights and dimensions are approximate.