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4x2 HDMI
Switcher
USER MANUAL
www.gefen.com
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C/O Customer Service
6265 Variel Ave.
Woodland Hills, CA 91367-9897
Gefen Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging and any
accompanying doc u men ta tion without prior written notice.
4x2 HDMI Switcher is a trademark of Gefen Inc.
© 2005 Gefen Inc., All Rights Reserved
Notice
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
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Features
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Panel Descriptions
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Connecting and Operating the 4x2 HDMI Switcher
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RMT4-IR Installation
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RS-232 Interface
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Specifi cations
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Warranty
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the ex•tend•it 4x2 HDMI Switcher. Your complete
satisfaction is very important to us.
Gefen’s line of HDTV switches, extenders, and splitters are designed to make your A/V
equipment use more comfortable, more productive and less expensive.
The 4x2 HDMI Switcher allows access to four HDTV devices, using two HDTV displays.
Both output displays will have mirrored images. Also included is a SPDIF output that
will output the digital audio signal in audio form.
The ex•tend•it line offers solutions for Home Theater, AV installation, data center, information distribution, conference room presentation, school and corporate training environments.
Our Commitment
Gefen will always offer the fi nest quality product at the best possible price. Included in
that price is a lifetime support from a team of outstanding engineers.
The ex•tend•it 4x2 HDMI Switcher allows four HDTV HDMI devices to be switched eas-
ily in to two HDTV HDMI compatible monitors or projectors. Simply connect your HDTV
displays to the Switcher’s display outputs. The 4x2 HDMI Switcher can also be placed
at the end of a long HDMI cable to regenerate the HDMI signal.
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FEATURES
Features
• Switches easily between any four HDMI sources
• Maintains 480i, 480p, 720p, 720i, and 1080i, 1080p resolutions
• Maintains highest HDMI single link video resolution
• Maintains highest HDMI digital audio signal
• Includes SPDIF output for easy hookup to digital audio systems
• Supports HDCP compliant devices
• HDMI or DVI to HDMI cables are used to connect the inputs and switcher output
• Inputs can be switched with the IR remote control, contact closure controller or
through the RS232 connector.
• Installs in seconds
Includes:
Four - 6’ HDMI cables (m-m)
5VDC Power Supply
RMT4-IR
The 4x2 HDMI Switcher
Users Manual
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
Power LED
SPDIF Out
Port
supply
Connects to
5VDC power
Out 2
HDMI
Out 1
HDMI
IR Extender
RS232
Controller Port
IR eye
Indicates which
input is selected
In 4
HDMI
In 3
HDMI
In 2
HDMI
In 1
HDMI
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Connecting and Operating the 4x2 HDMI Switcher
How to Connect the 4x2 HDMI Switcher to your devices
1 Connect the supplied cables from the HDTV HDMI sources into the 4x2 HDMI Switcher
inputs.
2 Connect the cables from your displays (monitor or projector) into the HDMI outs of the
4x2 HDMI Switcher.
3 Connect any Digital Audio System into the SPDIF OUT of the 4x2 HDMI Switcher
3 Plug the 5VDC power supply into the 4x2 HDMI Switcher.
Note: SPDIF is only enabled if you are using an HDMI source and an HDMI display,
otherwise the source goes into DVI mode by reading the DVI display EDID.
How to Control the 4x2 HDMI Switcher
Use the RMT4-IR remote control to toggle between sources.
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RMT4-IR Installation
1. Remove battery cover from the back of the RMT4-IR remote.
2. Verify that dip switches 1 & 2 are in the down (OFF) position.
3. Insert the battery, hold the battery so that you can see the positive side facing up. The
side that is not marked must be facing down.
4. Test the RMT4-IR remote by pressing ONLY one button at a time. The indicator light
on the remote will fl ash once each time you press a button. WARNING: Do not press
multiple buttons simultaneously and do NOT press buttons rapidly. These actions will
cause the remote to reset and steps 1-4 will have to be repeated.
Note: The RMT4-IR ships with two batteries. One battery is required for operation, the
second battery is complimentary.
The optional IR extender allows you to
relocate your HDMI Switcher and still have
IR control of the HDMI Switcher
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Binary Table
Input Binary
1 0011 0001
2 0011 0010
3 0011 0011
RS-232 Interface
4 0011 0100
Terminal Settings
Bits per second ...................................................................................................... 19200
Data bits ......................................................................................................................... 8
Parity ....................................................................................................................... None
Stop bits ..........................................................................................................................1
Flow Control ............................................................................................................ None
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SPECIFICATIONS
Video Amplifi er Bandwidth ................................................................................. 1.65 GHz
Input Video Signal ......................................................................................... 1.2 volts p-p
Input DDC Signal .................................................................................... 5 volts p-p (TTL)
Single Link Range ......................................................................... ...1080p / 1920 x 1200
Input Connector Type .............................................................................................. HDMI
Output Connector Type ............................................................................................HDMI
Output Audio Connector Type................................................................................ S/PDIF
Remote Control Port ......................................................................................Male RS232
Power Consumption ................................................................................ 15 Watts (max.)
Power Supply .......................................................................................................... 5VDC
Dimensions ....................................................................... 11.125”W x 1.375”H x 4.125”D
Shipping Weight ....................................................................................................... 6 Lbs
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WARRANTY
Gefen Inc. warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material
and workmanship.
If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen Inc. is notifi ed within one
(1) year from the date of shipment, Gefen Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace
the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical,
electrical, or other abuse or modifi cations.
Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the
current price of parts and labor in effect at the 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 fi tness for any particular purpose,
all of which are expressly disclaimed.
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be
accurate. However, Gefen Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may
be contained in this manual. In no event will Gefen Inc., 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 4x2 HDMI Switcher features and specifi cations
is subject to change without notice.
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