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CONTENT

onnecting the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix For

Wiring Diagram

ontrolling the Matrix using the Front Panel Buttons
10 IR
11 IR
12 IR Remote Confi guratio
13 Using the IR Remot
13 Routing Sources to Displays
14 Setting the IR Channel on the Matri
15 RS-232 Serial Interfac
16 RS-232 Commands
21 Fast Switching (FST
24 EDID Managemen
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INTRODUCTIO

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ratulations on your purchase of the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI

1.3. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us.

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en delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions

that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies.

en’s reliable, plug-and-play products supplement cross-platform computer

stems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes

with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate.

he Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.

The Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 routes high defi nition video at

esolutions of up to 1080p with multichannel digital audio from any eight HDMI

ources to any eight displays. The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix supports advanced

digital audio formats such as Dolby True HD and DTS-HD Master audio. Each

ource is accessible at all times by any display by selecting it with the included

IR remote, by using the RS-232 port or by using the button switches on the front

anel.

How It Works

onnect up to eight Hi Def sources to the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI

1.3 using the supplied HDMI cables. Connect up to eight HDTV displays to the

atrix’s HDMI outputs. 3D content can be displayed when connecting a 3DTV
and 3D source. Power-on the Matrix and apply power to the sources and to the
displays. A/V sources can now be routed to any combination of display devices

sing the front panel buttons, the included IR remote control or RS-232 control.

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READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING THE GEFEN 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI 1.

• There is no internal scaling in the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3.

the attached monitors must be able to display the resolutions output b

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one compatible / common resolution be used by all of the source devices.

• The Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 is a full-featured crosspoint

atrix for eight inputs and eight outputs. Any source can be connected to

any display at any time, using the remote control or by controlling it via the

n the front panel.

• 3D content pass-thru is enabled to all outputs when a 3DTV is connected

to Output A. Ensure to power cycle the Matrix once a 3DTV is connected to

utput A during standard operation.

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Supported HDMI 1.3 Features

• 225 MHz (up to 12-bit YUV 444 @ 1080p

• Deep Color

• Dolb

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• Displays any of eight (8) Hi Def sources on eight (8) HDTV displays,

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• 3DTV Pass-Throu

• EDID Management for rapid integration of sources and display devices.

• Fast Switching for quick and responsive HDMI signal routing.

• Supports digital audio formats including LPCM 7.1 audio, Dolby Digital Plus,

• IR Control

TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audi

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aintains beautiful, sharp HDTV resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and 2

Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audi

• Built-in IR Extender

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-232 serial control

• Locking HDMI Connectors

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6 ft HDMI cables (M-M
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IR Remote Control Uni
24V DC Power Suppl
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FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION

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Power On/Off Button

Turn the power on or off using this button (the LED will change color from red to

reen).

ock Button

Temporarily locks the front panel controls. This prevents inadvertent routin

hanges or power-down. The LED above the button is turns bright green when
the front panel is locked. Press once to lock the front panel buttons. Press this
button again to unlock the front panel buttons.

IR Senso

eceives signals from the IR Remote Control

enu Button

Pressing this button changes between routing mode and status mode.

Navigation Button

These buttons are used to navigate between the inputs and outputs of the

en 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3. For details on how these controls

are used, see page9.

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HDMI Input Ports (1 – 8

onnect a Hi-Def source device to any of these input ports.

R Extender Por

sed to extend the IR Sensor range of the unit.

S-232 Serial Por

onnects to the RS-232 control device. The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3

be switched remotely using this port. See page 15 for more information.

24V DC Power Receptacle

onnect the included 24V Power Supply to this receptacle.

HDMI Output Ports (A – H

onnect HDTV displays to these HDMI ports.

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CONNECTING THE 8X8 CROSSPOINT MATRIX FOR HDMI 1.

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sing the supplied HDMI cables, connect a Hi Def source to HDMI Input
1 on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix. Connect a second Hi Def source to HDMI
Input 2, and so on.

onnect an HDTV display to HDMI Output A on the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix.

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onnect another HDTV display to HDMI Output B, and so on.

.Connect the included 24V DC power supply to the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix and

the power cord into an available wall outlet.

4. The power button LED will turn bright red indicating that the 8x8 Crosspoint

atrix is in standby mode.

. Power on the displays and the source devices. Turn on the 8x8 Crosspoint

atrix for HDMI 1.3 by pressing the power button on the front panel. A
vibrant HDTV HD picture should be seen, along with multichannel digital
audio (if the display supports audio).

NOTE: If the source and display support 3D then the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix

or HDMI 1.3 will pass through the 3D signal. Output A must be connected

to a 3DTV.

IR Extender

Wiring Diagram for the 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.

HDMI CABLE

RS-232 CABLE

CAT5 CABLE

IR

IP Control

RS-232 Controller

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8x HD Displays

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SING THE FRONT PANEL BUTTON

How to Switch between Inputs and Outputs

The main display of the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 is a sixteen-

haracter, two-line LCD. This display shows the current routing status

rst row represents outputs A through H on the back of the unit. The second

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ow represents the inputs to which each output is routed. Each input can have a

value from 1 to 8.

Routing sources to a displa

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the Output+ button. The display will change to show a single output

zone) and input (source).

the Input+ or Input- button to change the input (source).

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the Output+ or Output- button to cycle through each of the outputs

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the Menu button to return to the routing status screen.

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LED Button Press Indicato

This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button is pressed.

Display and Source Selection Button

These buttons are used to select which input source is routed to the

HDTV display.

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Installing the RMT-848IR Batter

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emove the battery cover on the back of the remote.

2. Insert the included batter
the battery should be facing up.

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The remote ships with two batteries. One battery is required for operation and the
other battery is a spare.

into the open battery slot. The positive (+) side of

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How to Resolve IR Code Confl icts

In the event that IR commands from other remote controls interfere with the

upplied IR remote, changing the remote IR channel will fi x the problem. The

IR remote control has a bank o

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The DIP switch bank on the IR remote is located underneath the battery cover.

DIP switches used for setting the remote IR

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It is important that the remote IR channel selected on the remote, matches the
IR channel set on the

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if both DIP switches on the IR remote are set to IR channel 0 (toward the “1” and

, the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 must be set to use IR channel

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atrix for HDMI 1.3.

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which output. Each of the two (2) outputs are assigned a group of four buttons
which correspond to the four source inputs. Please use the information below
when selecting the desired source for each display.

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Buttons 1 through 8 on the IR remote correspond to each HDMI input on the Matrix.
Buttons A through H correspond to each HDMI output. To route a source to a display,

ress the desired input on the IR remote then press the desired output.

oute the source connected to Input 6 to Display D.

1 Press and release button 6 on the IR remote.
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The image shown on Display 4 will be the Hi-Def source connected to HDMI In 6

on the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3. The number six will be displayed

nder the letter D in the front panel display, indicating that Input 6 has been routed to

Display D.

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the table below to set the correct IR channel.
It is important that the IR setting that is selected match the DIP switch settings

on the IR remote. For example, if both DIP switches on the IR remote are set
to the down position (channel 0), the IR channel for the Matrix must be set to IR

hannel 0 (“IR Address : 0, 1-OFF, 2-OFF”).

the Input -

IR ADDRES

Input + and Output - buttons simultaneously.

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This feature allows for easy integration into automated systems capable of
transmitting RS-232 commands. Use the settings below to confi gure the RS-232

ort of the user’s system.

Transmitting the appropriate numeric ASCII character will simulate key-presses

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RS-232 Settings

Bits per second .............................................................................................19200

Data bits ...............................................................................................................

Parity ............................................................................................................. Non

top bits ................................................................................................................

Flow Control .................................................................................................. Non

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the device. RS-232 commands are not case-sensitive.

Commands

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outes the specifi ed Input to Output A
outes the specifi ed Input to Output B

outes the specifi ed Input to Output
outes the specifi ed Input to Output D
outes the specifi ed Input to Output
outes the specifi ed Input to Output F
outes the specifi ed Input to Output
outes the specifi ed Input to Output
outes the specifi ed Input to any combination of Outputs

ets the specifi ed Input to use Slow Switchin

Displays the current Matrix status

ets the specifi ed Input to use Fast Switchin

eset Matrix to factory settings

Power-ON the Matri
Enable 10-bit Deep Color Suppor
Enable 12-bit Deep Color Suppor

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ntax and substituting the A with the range B though H. For example, to route

Input 7 to Output E, use the following command

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ABCD... Multiple Routing Command

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one source (input) can be specifi ed at a time

HDMI

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DMI Input (Source) [1 - 8]

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eturns the current routing status of the matrix in addition to the fi rmwar

version.

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ets the specifi ed Input to use Fast Switching.

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DMI Input (Source) [1 - 8]

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eset the matrix to the default routing status (A=1, B=2, C=3, D=4, E=5, F=6,

=7, H=8). The IR address will be set to 0.

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ST Command

The ST command displays the current routing state and the current fi rmwar
version of fi rmware.

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The X command turns off the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3.

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The Y command powers on the Gefen 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3.

Non

Z0 Command

odifi es the EDID and forces 10-bit Deep Color.

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Z1 Command

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FAST SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY

Fast Switching Technolo

Fast Switching Technology (FST) is a Gefen software implementation for HDMI

1.3 products. FST was created to improve the lengthy HDMI authentication
rocess, based on the HDMI and HDCP specifi cations.

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T provides quicker A/V source switching and greatly improves the overall A/V

stem behavior and performance when more than one HDTV display is used in

the system setup.
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T allows connecting / disconnecting or turning ON / OFF of HDTV displays

without having these activities affect other Hi-Def sources routed to any other

DTV display in the same system.

FAST MOD

etting the Matrix to FAST mode will improve performance when connecting /

disconnecting Hi-Def sources, and powering ON / OFF HDTV displays.

NOTE: When switching from SLOW mode to FAST mode, the HDTV displays

onnected to the Matrix will blink momentarily.

SLOW MOD

When set to SLOW mode, the Matrix will follow the standard authentication

rocess, based on the HDMI and HDCP specifi cations. SLOW mode is

ecommended when the source does not support multiple devices.

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Each HDMI input can be set to use either Fast Switching or Slow Switching. Fast

witching should be used for the best performance.

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the Menu button on the front panel.

The switching mode for each input will be displayed under each output. The

r F indicates that the HDMI input is using Fast Switching. If the HDMI

input is set to Slow Switching, a letter S will be displayed.

the Output+ button on the front panel.

The screen will display one output and one input. The switching mode for
the input can now be changed.

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and Slow Switching mode. In the illustration below, HDMI input 1 is set to

low Switching.

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hanges.

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the Menu button again to return to the routing status screen.

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The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 features EDID Management. Before
the source can send video or audio si

Extended Display Identifi cation Data) from the output devices connected to the

plitter. The EDID contains information about what type of A/V data that the

ource can send to each output device.

The 8x8 Crosspoint Matrix for HDMI 1.3 routes multiple sources to multiple
output devices. This involves reading EDID data from more than one device.

anagement of the EDID data is important to maintain compatibility between all

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he following EDID features are copied from Output A

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upported Resolutions

• 3D Suppor

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isplay Connections

•If a device is not connected to Output A, then no EDID changes are made,

eaning that the previous EDID information will be used. This state will be

in effect until a display is connected to Output A and the Matrix is power-

cled.

nals, the source device reads the EDID

• EDID is built from Output A to the Input. The audio block will be copied

rom Output A. EDID-copying is performed only when the Matrix is reset or

ower-cycled.

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RACK MOUNT INSTALLATIO

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Rack mount ears are provided for installing the Matrix in a 5U rack space. To
mount the Matrix in the rack, do the following:

1. Locate the 4 side screws on each side of the Matrix.

2. Remove these screws (located closest to the front of the Matrix).

3. Using the 4 removed screws, secure each rack ear plate onto the side of the

Matrix with the handle facing the front side of the Matrix.

4. Repeat the procedure on the opposite side of the Matrix.

5. With the front panel facing you, fi rmly grip both rack mounting handles and

insert the Matrix into the rack. Slide the Matrix into the rack, pushing fi rmly
until the Matrix will not travel any further. Secure the Matrix into the rack
using the four supplied rack mounting screws .

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Video Amplifi er Bandwidth ....................................................................... 225 MHz

le Link Range.....................................................................1080p / 1920x120

Input Video Signal.....................................................................................1.2 V p-

Input DDC Signal................................................................................5 V p-p (TTL

-232 Interface.......................................................................................DB-9 (M

Input Connectors........................................................(8) HDMI Type-A, 19-pin (M

utput Connectors......................................................(8) HDMI Type-A, 19-pin (M

Power Supply...............................................................................................24V D

Power Consumption.............................................................................85 W (max.

Dimensions.................................................................19.0” W x 7.0” H x 13.375”

ack mountable................................................................................5U rack spac

hipping Weight..........................................................................................24.7 lbs

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WARRANTY

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en warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material

and workmanship.
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equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notifi ed within two (2)
ears from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the
quipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical,
lectrical, 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

ect at the time 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

articular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed.

1. Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty.

2. Customers outside the US are responsible for shipping charges to and from

en.

. Copper cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cables must be in their

original condition.

The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to
be accurate. However, Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies
that may be contained in this manual. In no event will Gefen 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 the features and

pecifi cations is subject to change without notice.

For the latest warranty coverage information, refer to the Warranty and Return
Policy under the Support section of the Gefen Web site at www.gefen.com.

RODUCT REGISTRATIO

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