Gefen ex-tend-it HDMI Switcher User Manual

HDMI Switcher

USER MANUAL

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HDMI Switcher is a trademark of Gefen Inc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction
Features
Panel Descriptions
Connecting and Operating the HDMI Switcher
RMT2-IR Installation
IR Confl ict Codes
IR Extender Installation
Specifi cations
Warranty

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Congratulations on your purchase of the ex•tend•it HDMI Switcher. Your complete satis­faction is very important to us.

Gefen’s line of HDMI switches, extenders, and splitters are designed to make your A/V
equipment use more comfortable, more productive and less expensive.

The HDMI Switcher allow access to multiple HDMI devices, using a single HDMI display
while the HDTV extender product line can extend HD video signal up to 1640 feet (500
meters).

The ex•tend•it line offers solutions for noise, space and security concerns, data center
control, 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 of support from a team of outstanding engineers.
The ex•tend•it HDMI Switcher allows two HDMI devices to be switched easily in to one

HDMI compatible monitor or projector. The HDMI Switcher can also be placed at the
end of a long HDMI cable to regenerate the HDMI signal.

INTRODUCTION

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FEATURES

Features

• Switches easily between any two HDMI sources

• Maintains 480i, 480p, 720p, 720i, and 1080i, 1080p resolutions

• Extends any HDMI compliant device by regenerating the HDMI signal

• Maintains high resolution video—beautiful, sharp HDTV resolutions up to 1080P
are easily achieved. For computer users, the 2x1 HDMI Switcher conforms with HDMI
specifi cations for resolutions up to 1920 x 1200.

• Supports DDWG standard for HDMI compliant monitors

• Supports HDCP compliant devices

• Optional RMT-2 remote control

• Installs in seconds

Includes:

2x 6’ HDMI cables (m-m)
5VDC Power Supply
RMT2-IR
The HDMI Switcher

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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

Connects to

5VDC power supply

Connects to IR

extender

IR eye

Indicates if port 1 or

port 2 is selected

Selects port 1

or port 2

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HDMI In 2

HDMI In 1

HDMI Out

CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE HDMI Switcher

How to Connect the HDMI Switcher to your devices

1 Connect the supplied HDMI to HDMI cables from the HDMI sources into the HDMI

Switcher Input.
2 Connect the cable from your display (monitor or projector) into the HDMI Out of the

HDMI Switcher.

3 Plug the 5VDC power supply into the HDMI Switcher.

How to Operate the HDMI Switcher

1 Use the front panel push button to switch between sources.
2 Alternatively, use the RMT2-IR remote control port to remotely toggle between sources.

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RMT2-IR INSTALLATION

1. Remove battery cover from the back of the RMT2-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 RMT2-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 RMT2-IR ships with two batteries. One battery is required for operation, the
second battery is complimentary.

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The optional IR extender allows you to re­locate your HDMI Switcher and still have IR
control of the HDMI Switcher

IR Code Confl icts

How to Resolve IR Code Confl icts

There are matching pairs of dip switches underneath the Switcher unit (outlined below)
and under the remote battery cover. Each has two switches which need to be matched for
the remote to work. There are 4 possible sets of IR codes and at least one of these sets
should be able to resolve any IR confl icts with other home theater devices.

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IR Extender Installation

How to Connect the IR Extender

1 Plug the IR extender into the Remote port on the front of the Switcher Unit
2 Flip the Dip Switch #1 underneath the unit from the set that is not outlined on the

previous page to the ON position

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SPECIFICATIONS

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Video Amplifi er Bandwidth ................................................................................ 1.65 Gbps

Input Video Signal ......................................................................................... 1.2 volts p-p

Input DDC Signal .................................................................................... 5 volts p-p (TTL)

Single Link Range ......................................................................................... 1920 x 1200

HDMI Input/Output Connector Type .............................................. Type A (19 pin) female

Power Consumption ................................................................................ 15 Watts (max.)

Power Supply ......................................................................................................... 5V DC

Dimensions ............................................................................................. 4”D x 1”W x 4”H

Shipping Weight ....................................................................................................... 4 lbs.

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 HDMI Switcher features and specifi cations is
subject to change without notice.

WARRANTY

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