Gefen EXT-3GSDI-441 User Manual

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4x1 3GSDI

Switcher

EXT-3GSDI-441

User Manual

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CONTENTS

1 Introduction

2 Operation Notes

3 Features

4 Panel Layout

5 Panel Descriptions

6 Connecting And Operating The 4X1 3GSDI Switcher

6 Wiring Diagram

7 IR Remote Description

8 IR Remote Confi guration

9 DIP Switches

10 RS-232 Serial Control Interface

11 Specifi cations

12 Warranty

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the 4x1 3GSDI Switcher. Your complete
satisfaction is very important to us.

Gefen

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 4x1 3GSDI Switcher

The Gefen 4x1 3GSDI Switcher allows any one of four high-bandwidth 3G-SDI,
HD-SDI or SDI sources to be switched to a single output without a switching
delay or loss of signal quality. Ideal for cutting equipment costs in the studio by
enabling shared signal routing, this product supports source resolutions up to
1080p and has convenient switching methods.

How It Works

Up to four 3G-SDI sources connect to BNC input jacks on one side of the Gefen
4x1 3GSDI Switcher. A single 3G-SDI output connects on the output side. Power
is applied to the 4x1 3GSDI Switcher and a vibrant video picture is transmitted
to the output device. Any 3G-SDI input source is selectable via the included
IR remote control or a selector button on the front panel of the 4x1 3GSDI
Switcher. Selection of sources may also be performed by using the RS-232
communications port.

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OPERATION NOTES

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING THE 4X1 3GSDI SWITCHER

The 4x1 3GSDI Switcher will accept the following formats:

• SDI - SMPTE 259M-C (270Mbps)

• HD-SDI -SMPTE 292M (1.485, 1.485/1.001 Gbps)

• 3G-SDI-SMPTE 424M/425M (2.97/3.0 Gbps)

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FEATURES

Features

• Switches four 3G-SDI sources instantly without signal degradation

• Streamlines equipment by eliminating unnecessary hardware

• Switching is accomplished 3 ways -- by using the optional IR remote, the
front panel selector button, or the RS-232 interface.

• Video resolutions up to 1080p are supported

• Backwards compatible with SDI and HD-SDI audio/video formats

• Plug-and-play installation

• Distributes video without latency

Package Includes

(1) 4x1 3GSDI Switcher
(1) IR Remote Control Unit
(1) 5V DC Locking Power Supply
(1) 6ft DB9 Cable ( M-F)
(1) User Manual

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