Gefen EXT-HDMI1.3-841 User Manual

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8x1 Switcher for

1.3

EXT-HDMI1.3-841

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 8x1 Switcher For HDMI 1.3
7 RMT8-IR Remote Control Description
8 IR Channel Confi guration
9 RS-232 Serial Communication
10 Specifi cations
11 Warranty

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1.3. 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 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1.3

The Gefen 8x1 Switcher for HDMI 1.3 routes eight different HD sources at
resolutions of up to 1080p full HD to a single HDTV display. This unit supports
HDMI 1.3 which adds features such as enhanced color and audio capabilities
that enrich the Hi-Def experience.

The availability of up to eight HDMI inputs makes this unit ideal for simultaneous
connection of multiple HDMI devices such as set-top boxes, satellite systems,
Blu-Ray players, and gaming consoles such as the XBox 360 and PlayStation 3.

How It Works

You simply connect all your sources to the Switcher’s inputs. Then connect the
display on the output port. Once the sources, the Switcher and the display(s) are
powered and connected, you simply select which source you want to view using
the IR remote.

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OPERATION NOTES

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING THE 8X1 SWITCHER FOR HDMI 1.3

• This devices is HDMI 1.3 compliant. Please see page 3 for supported HDMI

1.3 features.

• Supports HDTV resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and computer resolutions of
1900 x 1200.

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