Gefen EXT-TV-MFS User Manual

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Multi-Format

Switcher

EXT-TV-MFS

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 EXT-TV-MFS

7. Multi Format Switcher Remote Description

8. EXT-TV-MFS Remote Installation

9. IR Code Confi guration

10. RS-232 Serial Control Interface

11. RS-232 Serial Communication Commands

12. Specifi cations

13. Warranty

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the TV Multi Format Switcher. Y our
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 Rack-mountable TV Multi Format Switcher allows you to view a wide
variety of analog and digital SD and HD video sources with audio at resolutions
up to 1080p -- all on one HDMI-compliant display. Anything from computers,
set-top boxes, satellite boxes, security cameras, Blu-ray and DVD players to the
next generation of hi-def gaming consoles (including the Xbox 360 and PS3)
can share a single HDMI display. Superior A/V signal quality is insured by the
3D comb fi lter and 3D noise reduction circuitry. The audio delay feature and
de-interlacing feature for 480i sources improves Standard-Defi nition console
gaming.

The Multi Format Switcher supports 2 Component, 2 Composite, 2 S-Video, and
1 VGA input source -- each with L/R analog audio in up to 2 channels. 2 HDMI
sources are also supported with embedded digital audio at up to 7.1 channels.
(The number of audio channels present in the HDMI output signal will depend on
what kind of audio is input). Any A/V source can be selected for viewing at any
time using the included IR remote or the front-panel A/V source selector buttons.

How It Works

Audio/video sources connect to the TV Multi Format Switcher on its inputs. An
HDMI-compliant display is connected to the HDMI output. The 5V DC power
supply is connected to the TV Multi Format Switcher. The currently selected
video source will appear on the output display in vibrant color.

Note: Only A/V source switching (not scaling) is performed with this product.
Therefore, when selecting the VGA input source you may encounter slight
shifts of the output image. Please consult your graphics card and/or display
documentation for options that will allow adjusting of the image position. Any of
our versatile scalers can be easily added at the HDMI output of this unit, such as
our GefenTV 1080P HDMI Scaler (GTV-HDMI-1080PS, available separately).

HDMI 1.3 Features Supported:

• 225 MHz Video Ampl. Bandwidth (up to 12 bit YUV 444 @ 1080p, 24/60Hz)

• Deep Color (xv Color) at 12-bit resolution

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• Dolby

TrueHD & DTS Master Audio

• Lip-Sync & De-interlacing

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OPERATION NOTES

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING THE EXT-TV-MFS

• All analog video inputs will be converted to digital and will be output through
the HDMI outputs.

• All analog audio inputs will be converted to digital audio and will be output
through the HDMI outputs. All digital audio inputs will be output through the
HDMI outputs.

• Compatible with all HDMI and DVI* displays

• HDMI/HDCP compliant

*When used with a HDMI to DVI adapter

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FEATURES

Features

• The Multi-Format Switcher allows many A/V sources to be switched to one
HDTV display

• A/V sources include (2) Composite, (2) S-video, (2) Component, (1) VGA
and (3) HDMI.

• Selectable de-interlacing of 480i/576i sources to 480p/576p

• Supports HDTV resolutions up to 1080p@60fps

• All inputs are format converted and output through a single HDMI output

• Audio delay feature allows a delay of 150ms on all analog audio inputs

• 3D noise reduction (DNR) and 3D comb fi lter for cleaner A/V signals

• Switching is initiated by front panel buttons or by IR remote control (included)

• Automated or remote switching is also possible by sending control signals to
the integrated RS-232 serial communications port with a computer or control
automation device such as Crestron

• HDMI 1.3 compliant with Deep Color and 10-bit signal processing
(1080p@24Hz - 60Hz)

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• HDMI 1.3 digital audio support (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Lip
Sync, De-Interlacing)

• Rack-mountable (hardware kit included)

• HDCP compliant

Package Includes

(1) Multi Format Switcher
(1) 6-foot HDMI Cable M-M
(1) IR Remote control
(1) 5V DC Power Supply
(1) User’s Manual
(1) Set of Rack Ears

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