x
8
DVI
Dual Link Matrix
w/ Push Button
ontrol
s
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e
efen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging and
any accompanying doc u men ta tion without prior written notice.
x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls
is a trademark of Gefen LL
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2011 Gefen, LLC. All rights reserved.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
CONTENT
S
1 Intr
oduction
2
O
peration Notes
Features
4 Front Panel Layou
t
Front Panel Descriptions
Back Panel Layou
t
7 Back Panel Descriptions
C
onnecting The 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matri
x
Wiring Diagram
Front Panel Displa
y
10 IR Remote Control Unit Layou
t
11 IR Remote Control Unit Installatio
n
12 IR Remote Control Unit Confi guratio
n
13 Using the IR Remote Control Uni
t
14 Operating The 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matri
x
14 Routing Sources
15
Sy
stem Lock Mod
e
16
Cy
cling between Information Screens
17 Activatin
g /
Deactivating Standby Mod
e
17
S
aving the Downstream EDID to Local Memor
y
19
S
aving the Default EDID to Local Memor
y
20
S
aving the current Routing Stat
e
21 Recalling a Routing Stat
e
22 Masking Outputs
2
3
RS-232 Serial Control
24 IP
Confi g
uratio
n
25 RS-232 / Telnet Commands
25 EDID Mana
g
emen
t
35 IP Confi guratio
n
43 Routin
g
48 Maskin
g
Miscellaneous
Web Interfac
e
View Matrix Status
3 Manage EDID
9 Maskin
g
70 IP Confi guratio
n
71 Backup / Restor
e
72 Power Managemen
t
74 Network Cable Wiring Diagram
75 Firmware Updat
e
77 Rack Mount Safety Informatio
n
78 Specifi cations
79 Warrant
y
0 Licensin
g
INTRODUCTIO
N
ongratulations on your purchase of the GefenPRO 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix
with Push Button Controls with Push Button Controls. Your complete satisfaction
is ver
y
important to us.
efenPRO
In the realm of video distribution, certain features are invaluable in a commercial
or broadcast environment. Accommodations such as a build-in power suppl
y
and fl at black rack-mount enclosures set GefenPRO apart from our traditional
roducts. Complex distribution units allow for professional DVI, 3G-SDI, and
DMI signals to be routed and converted easily and seamlessly, while being
backed up by a renowned and dependable technical support team. Gefen invites
y
ou to explore the GefenPRO product line and hopes that you fi nd the solution
that fi ts your needs.
T
he GefenPRO 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls
The GefenPRO 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls provides
a professional-grade solution to route up to eight DVI sources to any eight DVI
displays. Dual link resolutions up to 3840x2400 are supported. The front panel
display shows the current routing status and the front panel push buttons are
sed to manage local source routing. Four methods are available for controlling
the GefenPRO 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix: front panel push buttons, IR remote,
-232 interface, or using IP control with the built-in Web interface.
How It Works
onnect up to eight DVI source devices to the GefenPRO 8x8 DVI Dual Link
atrix with Push Button Controls using the supplied DVI cables. Connect up to
ight monitors to the DVI outputs. Plug in the power cord and apply power to the
atrix. The DVI sources will be routed according to the current routing selection.
NOTE: The GefenPRO 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls only
upports DVI-D.
OPERATION NOTE
S
READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE GEFENPRO 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH
USH BUTTON CONTROL
S
• The 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls does not support
DCP content.
• When the Matrix is used for the fi rst time, make sure that a DVI monitor is
owered and connected to one of the DVI outputs on the 8x8 DVI Dual Link
atrix with Push Button Controls before applying power. By default, the
Local EDID is read from the connected monitor and is copied to all 8 DVI
inputs once the Matrix has been turned on. If a monitor is not detected b
y
the Matrix at power-on, a default (internal) EDID of 640x480 will be used.
This functionality can be disabled using the Secure Local EDID function
through RS-232 control. See page 30 for more information.
• There is no internal scaling in the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button
ontrols. Each monitor attached to the Matrix must be able to display the
esolutions output by the source device(s). For maximum compatibility it is
ecommended that only one common resolution be used by each source
vice.
• Advanced EDID features are accessible through the RS-232 serial command
et or using IP Control.
IMPORTANT: If the unit is installed in a cl
osed o
r multi-rack
assembly, do not block the ventilation holes of the enclosure.
FEATURE
S
Features
• Increases productivit
y
•
upports resolutions up to 1920x1200 (Single Link) and 3840x2400 (Dual
Link
)
• Front panel control buttons for local switchin
g
•
erial RS-232 interface for remote control via a computer or control
tomation devi
ces
• IP Control
• Discrete IR remote control switchin
g
• Advanced EDID management permits upload of custom internal or external
EDID settings
•
upports DDWG standards for DVI
• Built-in power suppl
y
•
utput masking comman
d
•
tandby mod
e
•
rounding pi
n
• IR Sensor
• IR Extender
•
tatus LCD (shows routing status
)
• Firmware upgrade via RS-23
2
• Power On
/Off
switc
h
•
k-mountabl
e
ackage Includes
1) GefenPRO 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls
8) 6 ft. DVI Dual Link cables (M-M
)
1) IR Remote Control Uni
t
1) AC Power Cor
d
1) User Manual
4
ANEL LAYOU
T
Front Panel
5
7
10 1
1
12
5
ANEL DESCRIPTION
S
Front Panel
Cancel
This button is used to cancel a routing change in progress.
EDID
This button is used to manage EDID functions. See pages 17 - 19 for details.
Se
t
This button is used to store and recall EDID and routing functions. See pages
14 - 22 for details.
4 Out (1 - 8
)
These buttons are used to select the output when routing a source.
5 Powe
r
This LED will glow bright red when the AC power cord is connected to an
vailable electrical outlet.
6 LCD Displa
y
Displays the current routing status of the Matrix and is also used to manage
ource routin
g
7
oc
k
This button enables / disables the locking of the front panel buttons, preventing
accidental changes.
rese
t
The Preset button is used to select or recall stored preset routing states.
as
k
This button is used to mask (disable / enable) displays from receiving a video
ignal from the Matrix.
10
n (1 - 8
)
These buttons are used to select the input when routing to a display.
11
R Windo
w
eceives signals from the IR Remote Control unit.
12
ower Switch
Powers the Matrix ON or OFF.
ANEL LAYOU
T
Back Panel
7
5
7
ANEL DESCRIPTION
S
Back Panel
110 / 220 V AC (50 / 60 Hz) Power Receptacle
onnect the included AC power cord from this receptacle to an available
lectrical outlet.
Fuse Drawer
Each power receptacle houses a fuse drawer. Within each fuse drawer are two
2) 250 V fuses. One fuse is active and the other is a spare.
DVI Input Ports (1 - 8
)
onnect DVI source devices to these ports.
4 Grounding Terminal
Provides a discharge path to ground in case a short circuit occurs between the
hot” lead of the power supply and the enclosure of the Matrix. The groundin
g
wire should be attached from the grounding terminal to an approved ground
ath.
5 IP Control Interface
onnect to this port to control the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button
ontrols using IP Control. See page 24 for details.
6 IR Extender Por
t
onnect an IR extender cable to this port (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIR).
7 DVI Output Ports 1-8
onnect DVI monitors to these ports.
RS-232 Serial Por
t
onnects to the RS-232 control device. The 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push
Button Controls may be switched remotely using this port. See page 23 for more
information.
CONNECTING AND OPERATING TH
E
X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRIX WITH PUSH BUTTON CONTROL
S
How to Connect the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls
1.
onnect up to 8 DVI Dual Link source devices to the inputs on the rear panel
of the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls using the supplied
DVI
dua
l link
cables
.
2.
onnect up to 8 DVI Dual Link monitors to the outputs on the rear panel of
the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls with user-supplied
DVI
dua
l link
cables
.
.
onnect the included AC power cable to the power receptacle on the rear
anel of the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls and connect
the opposite end of the power cable into an available electrical outlet.
Wiring Diagram for the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls
GEF-DVI-848DL-PB
Dual-Link DVI
Displays
8x
Dual-Link DVI
Sources
8x
Matrix
RS-232 Controller
Computer
(IP Control)
DVI DUAL LINK CABLE
RS-232 CABLE
ETHERNET CABLE
ATTENTION: This product should always be connected to a
rounded electrical socket.
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY
ain Displa
y
The
ain Display of the GefenPRO 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix is a 16-character
two-line displa
y
. This display will show the standby screen and will also be
sed to aid in performing routing commands. When the unit is powered on, the
f
ollowing screen is displayed
:
After a few moments, the Standby Screen is displayed. The Standby Screen is
hown below:
isplaying Additional Information
Pressing the
ancel button, consecutively, will cycle through screens displaying
the firmware version and boot loader version, IP address, MAC address, and the
IR remote channel
:
RMT-8IR
Remote Control Uni
t
Activity Indicato
r
This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button is pressed.
ource / Monitor Selection Buttons (1 - 8
)
Th
ese buttons are used to selec
t the
source and mo
nitor.
ee page 13 for information on using the IR Remote Control unit.
10
IR REMOTE DESCRIPTIO
N
2
NOTE: An Activity Indicator that fl ashes quickly while holding down
any one of the 8 buttons indicates a low battery. Replace the IR
emote Control battery as soon as possibl
e
1
1
IR REMOTE INSTALLATIO
N
Installing the Batter
y
1.
emove the battery cover on the back of the IR Remote Control unit.
2. Insert the included batter
y
into the open battery slot. The positive (+) side of
the battery should be facing up.
.
eplace the battery cover
.
The Remote Control unit ships with two batteries. One battery is required for
operation and the other battery is a spare.
mpty Battery Slo
t
CAUTION:Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect
type. Use only 3V lithium battery type CR-2032.
12
IR REMOTE CONFIGURATIO
N
How to Resolve IR Code Confl icts
In the event that IR commands from other remote controls interfere with the
upplied IR Remote Control unit, changing the IR channel on the IR Remote
ontrol unit will fi x the problem. The IR Remote Control unit has a bank of DIP
witches used for setting the IR channel.
The DIP switch bank is located underneath the battery cover.
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
emote Channel 2
:
emote Channel
0:
D
efault
emote Channel 1
:
emote Channel
3:
Exposed DIP Switch
nk between th
e
battery chambers.
It is important that the IR channel on the Remote Control unit, matches the IR
hannel set on the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix. For example, if both DIP switches
on the IR Remote Control unit are set to IR channel 0 (both DIP switches down),
then the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix must also be set to IR channel 0. See page 53
f
or information on how to change the IR channel on the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix.
1
3
SING THE IR REMOTE CONTROL UNI
T
IR Remote Control Key Mappin
g
Each input and output on the 8x8 DVI Dual Link Matrix with Push Button Controls
is represented by a button on the IR Remote Control unit. The table below lists the
orresponding inputs and outputs.
Remote Button
onitor / Sourc
e
224
4
55
77
Routing Sources using the IR Remote Control uni
t
Issuing a routing command is a two step process. The fi rst step is to select the
onitor where the source will be routed. The second step is to select the source.
Example
1
oute the source device connected to In 7 to the monitor connected to Out 3.
1. Press button 3 (monitor 3) on the IR remote control unit.
2. Press button 7 (source 7) on the IR remote control unit.
The source connected to In 7 will be routed to the monitor connected to Out 3.
Example
2
oute the source device connected to In 1 to the monitor connected to Out 1.
1. Press button 1 (monitor 1) on the IR remote control unit.
2. Press button 1 (source 1) on the IR remote control unit.
The source connected to In 1 will be routed to the monitor connected to Out 1.
1
4
OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRI
X
Routing Sources
In order to change current routing state
:
1 Press Set Button to activate Routing Mode.
2 Press any Input on the bottom row of buttons (1 - 8). The system indicates
the current routing status.
Press the desired Output button. One or more Output buttons may be
lected.
4 Press the Set button to complete the operation. The system will remain in
outing Mode.
elect the Inpu
t
elect the Outpu
t
Press the Set butto
n
15
OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRI
X
System Lock Mod
e
Locking the Matrix prevents changes to any of the Matrix settings. This feature
is use
f
ul in case any of the front panel buttons are pressed by accident. Lockin
g
the Matrix also prevents changes using the IR Remote Control Unit.
1 Press the Lock button to activate System Lock Mode.
2 Press the Lock button a second time to deactivate System Lock Mode.
Returning to Standby Mod
e
Press the Cancel button, while in any mode, to return to the Standby Mode
.
Pr
ess
the Lock butt
on
Press the Cancel butto
n
1
6
OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRI
X
Cycling between Information Screens
Press the Cancel button, while in Status Check Mode, to cycle through the
Information Screens.
Cancel
Cancel
Cancel
Press the Cancel butto
n
17
OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRI
X
Activating / Deactivating Standby Mode
:
Press and hold the Cancel button for 5 seconds to activate or deactivate Standb
y
.
Savin
g
the Downstream EDID to Local Memor
y:
1Pr
ess
EDID button
to activate DSTOLO (Downstream To Local) Mode.
old for 5 seconds
Pr
ess
EDID button
1
8
OPERATING THE DVI 8X8 DUAL LINK MATRI
X
2 Press the Output button to select the EDID data source.
Press the Input button to select EDID data destination.
4 Press the Set button to complete the operation. The system will remain in
DSTOLO mode.
Press the Set butto
n
elect the Outpu
t
elect the Inpu
t
19
OPERATING THE DVI 8X8 DUAL LINK MATRI
X
Saving the default EDID to Local Memor
y
1Pr
ess
the EDID button
wice to activate DETOLO (Default EDID To Local
)
.
2 Press the Input button to select EDID data destination.
Press the Set button to complete the operation. The system will remain in
DETOLO mode.
Press the Set butto
n
elect the Inpu
t
Pr
ess
EDID button
wi
ce
0
OPERATING THE DVI 8X8 DUAL LINK MATRI
X
Saving the current Routing Stat
e
1
et the routing state (see page 14), then press the PreSet button
wice to
tivate Pr
ese
t M
ode
.
2 Press an Input button
(
1 - 8) to store the current routing state.
Press the Set button to complete the operation. The system will remain in
ave Current Preset Mode.
Press the Set butto
n
elect the Inpu
t
Press PreSet button
wi
ce
OPERATING THE DVI 8X8 DUAL LINK MATRI
X
Recalling a Routing Stat
e
1 Press the PreSet button
to activate R
eca
ll Pr
ese
t M
ode
.
2 Press the Input button
(
1 - 8) of the routing state to be recalled.
Press the Set button to complete the operation. The system will remain in
ecall Saved Set Mode.
Press the Set butto
n
elect the Inpu
t
PreSet button
2
OPERATING THE 8X8 DVI DUAL LINK MATRI
X
asking Outputs
asking prevents the output device (display, etc) from receiving an output signal,
instead of powering-down the output device. The masking process is identical for
asking or unmasking outputs.
1Pr
ess
the Mask button to activate Mask M
ode
.
2
elect the Output to be masked.
Press the Set button to complete the operation. The system will remain in
ave Current Preset Mode.
elect the Outpu
t
Pr
ess
the Mask butt
on
Press the Set butto
n
RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL
RS232 Settings
Bits per second ................................................................................................. 19200
Data bits ....................................................................................................................
8
Parity .................................................................................................................. Non
e
top bits .....................................................................................................................
1
Flow Control ....................................................................................................... Non
e
54321
9876
12345
6789
Only Pins 2 (RX), 3 (TX), and 5 (Ground) are used on the RS-232 serial interface
IMPORTANT: When sending RS-232 commands, a carriage return
nd a line
feed
haracter must be incl
uded a
t the end of
eac
h line.
-232 / Telnet commands, parameters, and device names are n
ot-sens
itive.
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