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1 Intr
2 Operation Notes
Features
4 Top Panel Layou
Top Panel Descriptions
Back Panel Layou
7 Back Panel Descriptions
Control Panel Layou
Control Panel Descriptions
11 Connecting The GefenToolBox HD Pattern Signal Generator
11 Wiring Diagram
12 IR
14 HD Pattern Signal Generator Remote Installatio
15 Operating The GefenToolBox HD Pattern Signal Generator
15 Display Window
15 Timing Buttons
16 Pattern Buttons
16 Resetting the HD Pattern Signal Generator
17 Pattern Summar
17 Purit
18 Color Settings
20 Color Bars
20 Gray Scal
21 Black White Lin
22 Plu
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23 Gradien
24 Circles
24 EDID
28 Audi
2 HDCP
4 Motio
34 Data Analysis
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39 Timing Summar
41 HD Pattern Signal Generator Softwar
41 Installing the Softwar
44 Connecting the RS-232 cabl
45 Running the HD Pattern Signal Generator Softwar
47 Selecting the Timin
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48 Selecting the Patter
49 Unique Patterns
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1 Motion Patter
3 Favorite Timin
4 Favorite Patter
EDID Read / Writ
7 Translating EDID (Verbose Form
1 Generating the EDID Checksum
4 Saving an EDID to a Fil
7 Clearing the EDID from Memor
8 Loading an EDID from a Fil
70 Comparing EDID Data
72 Writing EDID to a Sin
73 Erasing the EDID of a Sin
74 Opening Recent EDID Files
75 Autorun Confi guratio
76 Panel Control
77 Getting the Hardware and Firmware Versio
78 RS-232 Control
79 RS-232 Commands
1 Notes
2 Wall Mounting Instructions
3 Specifi cations
4 Warrant
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INTRODUCTIO
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ongratulations on your purchase of the GefenToolBox HD Pattern Signal
enerator. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us.
About Gefen
efen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions
that harness integration, extension, distribution, and conversion technologies.
efen’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.
efenToolBo
The GefenToolBox line offers portable and easy-to-install solutions for common
A/V system integration setups using HDMI connectivity. GefenToolBox products
are wall-mountable and small in size. GefenToolBox products are easily
transported in the fi eld and are ready for immediate and simple installations in
working environments.
he GefenToolBox HD Pattern Signal Generator
The GefenToolbox HD Pattern Signal Generator is the most advanced testing device for your audio and video equipment. 39 built-in timings, 41 patterns, and four
4) data analysis patterns provide over a thousand testing combinations for both
analog and digital devices. The front panel LCD screen provides easy viewing of
unctions and features for each timing / pattern. This device can be convenientl
ontrolled via the front panel buttons, the IR remote or the downloadable software from the Gefen Web site. In addition to its portability, this signal generator
is wall-mountable and fi eld-upgradeable.
How It Works
onnect the HDMI output port of the GefenToolbox HD Pattern Signal Generator
to your HDTV display. Power-on all equipment. The front panel LCD will displa
all features and options of the active timing and pattern. You can feed digital or
analog audio into the generator’s rear panel and hear multi-channel digital audio
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the built-in sine wave test tone.
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READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATIN
HE GEFENTOOLBOX HD PATTERN SIGNAL GENERATOR
• The GefenToolBox HD Pattern Signal Generator can be controlled using a
oftware application and RS-232. Download this application from the Gefen
Web site at: http://www.gefen.com/kvm/support/download.js
FEATURE
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Features
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ulti-format video output for SD and HD video up to 1080
•PC/HD resolutions up to UXGA / WUXGA (1920 x 1200
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9 timings, 41 patterns, and 4 data analysis patterns
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upports RGB 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:4:4, and YCbCr 4:4:2 color spaces
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upports NTSC and PAL frame rates
• 2 CH, 5.1 CH, and 7.1 CH LPCM internal sine wave generator
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-232 control via the downloadable software from the Gefen Web site.
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mall form factor; easy to transpor
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upports HD timings for VGA outpu
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DCP Patter
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upports reading and copying EDID functionality.
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ser Friendly Interface - LCD Display, LED indicators and Software.
• Deep Color support up to 12-bi
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DMI 1.3 and DVI 1.0 Complian
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DCP Complian
Sample Applications
• Apparatus Testing and Troubleshootin
• Equipment Adjustmen
• EDID checkin
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ource / Sink defi nitio
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DCP Verifi catio
ackage Includes
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1) GefenToolBox HD Pattern Signal Generator
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1) 6ft. HDMI cable (M-M
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1) IR Remot
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1) 5 V DC Power Suppl
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1) User Manual
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OP PANEL DESCRIPTION
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CD Displa
Displays pattern and timing information in addition to other functions used by the
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eceives signals from the IR Remote Control unit.
ontrol Panel
ee pages 8 - 10 for detailed information on the Control Panel.
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BACK PANEL LAYOU
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BACK PANEL DESCRIPTION
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Overscan Button
By default, the GefenToolBox HD Pattern Signal Generator is set to
nderscan mode. If the video signal does not fi ll the entire display, press
this button once to switch to overscan mode. Press the
nd time to return to under
VGA Outpu
onnect a VGA monitor to this port.
RS-232 Serial Por
onnect an RS-232 cable from this port to the computer running the HD Pattern
ignal Generator software.
4 HD Ou
onnect an HDTV display to this HDMI port. DVI displays can be connected
sing an HDMI to DVI cable or adapter.
5 Analog Audio Output
RCA type audio outputs (FL, FR, C, SUB, SL, SR, SSL, and SSR) are
available for connection to a separate amplifi er. Up to 6 discrete channels can
utilized.
6 TOSLink Output Connecto
onnect an optical cable from this output to an amplifi er or other audio output
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verscan button a
7 S/PDIF Output Connecto
onnect a coax cable from this output to an amplifi er or other audio output
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sed to connect a Hi-Def source to the Signal Generator using an HDMI cable.
DVI displays can be connected using an HDMI to DVI cable or adapter.
9 Analog Audio Input
RCA type audio outputs (FL, FR, C, SUB, SL, SR, SSL, and SSR) are
vailable for connection from a
0 TOSLink Input Connecto
onnect an optical cable from the audio source device to this connector.
1 Power Switch
Turns the
2 5 V DC Power Connecto
onnect the included 5 V DC power supply to this connector.
nal Generator power ON or OFF.
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Timing (Down
cles backward through the list of timings
Timing (Up
cles forward through the list of timings.
Pattern (Down
cles backward through the list of patterns.
4 Pattern (Up
cles forward through the list of patterns.
5 Auto Indicato
This LED will glow bright green when the Signal Generator is placed in Auto
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Automatically cycles through a specifi ed list of timing / pattern sets. The Autorun
Demonstration mode is confi gured through the HD Pattern Signal Generator
oftware. See page 72 for details.
7 EDID Pattern
Press this button to jump directly to the EDID Pattern (P38). See page 21 for
more information on using the EDID Pattern.
EDID Pattern Indicato
This LED will glow bright green when the Signal Generator is placed in EDID
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9 Output Signal Button
elects between PC / HD (VGA), DVI, or HDMI signal types. Consecutively
ress this button to cycle through each of the signal types.
0 Output Signal Indicator
These LED indicators will glow bright green to indicate the current video output
mode (PC, HD, DVI, or HDMI
Fav. Button
onfi gures the generator to show only the patterns selected using the HD
Pattern Signal Generator software (see page 51 for details). This button is also
sed to change parameters when using certain patterns.
2 Fav. Indicato
This LED will glow bright green when the [Fav] button is pressed.
3 Option Button
The option button provides access to sub-functions within certain patterns.
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4 Option Indicato
This LED will glow bright green when the Signal Generator is in Option mode.
5 HDCP On / Off Indicato
This LED will glow bright green when HDCP content is being sent from the
ignal Generator.
6 HDCP Button
Enables / disables HDCP on the output. See page 29 for more information on
sing HDCP.
7 HDCP Pattern Button
Press this button to jump directly to the HDCP Pattern (P40).
8 HDCP Pattern Indicato
This LED will glow bright green when the HDCP Pattern (P40) is enabled.
9 Audio Selection Button
Pressing this button consecutively will cycle through the different audio output
options (see page 25 for details
0 Audio Selection Indicato
These LED indicators will glow bright green to indicate the current audio output
1 Audio Channel Button
Pressing this button consecutively will cycle through the different output audio
hannels (see page 25 for details
2 Audio Channel Indicato
These LED indicators will glow bright green to indicate the current audio channel
lection.
3 Color Space Selection Button
Pressing this button consecutively will cycle through the available output color
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4 Color Space Selection Indicato
These LED indicators will glow bright green to indicate the current color space.
5 Bit Depth Selection Button
elects between 8-bit, 10-bit, or 12-bit color.
6 Bit Depth Indicato
These LED indicators will glow bright green to indicate the current color bit depth
election on the output.
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CONNECTING THE HD PATTERN SIGNAL GENERATOR
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How to Connect the GefenToolBox HD Pattern Signal Generator
onnect an HDMI cable from the GefenToolBox HD Pattern Signal
enerator to the HDTV Display.
onnect an optional external audio source to the HD Pattern Signal
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enerator using an optical cable or RCA cables.
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onnect the included 5V DC power supply to the power receptacle on the
D Pattern Signal Generator and connect the power cord to an available
lectrical outlet.
4. Turn on the HDTV display fi rst, then turn on the HD Pattern Signal
enerator.
Wiring Diagram for the GefenToolbox HD Pattern Signal Generator
HDMI CABLE
Gefen
Audio Source
RS-232 Controller
Source Signal
DIGITAL AUDIO TOSLINK CABLE
STEREO L /R AUDIO CABLE
DIGITAL AUDIO TOSLINK CABLE
DIGITAL AUDIO S/PDIF CABLE
STEREO L /R AUDIO CABLE
Signal Generator
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Audio Receiver
VGA CABLE
HDMI CABLE
RS-232 CABLE
Display
GTB-HD-SIGGEN
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The Option button provides access to sub-functions within certain patterns.
Enables / disables HDCP on the output. See page 29 for more information on
sing HDCP.
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Pressing this button consecutively will cycle through the available output color
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through the list of patterns.
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Turns the signal ON after it has been turned off (A/V mute) using the Signal
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Turns the signal OFF (A/V mute).
Outpu
elects between PC / HD (VGA), DVI, or HDMI signal types. Consecutively
ress this button to cycle through each of the signal types.
EDID
Press this button to jump directly to the EDID Pattern (P38). See page 21 for
more information on using the EDID Pattern.
Aud Sr
Pressing this button consecutively will cycle through the different audio output
options (see page 25 for details).
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Installing the Batter
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old the IR remote control unit facing down and gently pull the battery tab
with
our thumb to reveal the battery slot.
2. Insert the included batter
that the positive (+) side of the battery must be facing up as shown below
into the battery slot. The battery slot indicates
Batter
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lose the battery slot by sliding it closed.
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and pattern on the output. In addition, this display is also used for providin
information or messages about the connected devices. When the unit is
owered on, a screen similar to the following will be displayed
urrently selected timin
urrently selected patter
the GefenToolBox HD Pattern Signal Generator is a
. This display will show the currently selected timin
iming Buttons
To change the timing, use the ▲ and ▼ Timing buttons. The ▲ button will move
orward through the timings. Use the ▼ button will move backward through the
timings. See pages 36 - 37 for a list of supported timings.
cles forward
through the timings
cles backward
through the timings
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attern Buttons
To change the pattern, use the ▲ and ▼ Pattern buttons. The ▲ button will
ove forward through the patterns (see the pages 14 - 35 for a list of available
atterns). Use the ▼ button to move backward through the patterns.
cles forward
through the timings
cles backward
through the timings
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the ▲ or ▼ buttons to rapidly cycle through
Resetting the HD Pattern Signal Generator
To reset the HD Pattern Signal Generator to factory default settings,
imultaneously hold down the
olor Space Selection button and the Bit Depth
election button. During the reset sequence, the LCD display will show the
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Press the [OPTION] button to switch between Full Screen and Windowed format.
P01 Whit
P02 Blu
P03 Re
P04 Magenta
P05
P06
P07 Yellow
P08 Blac
ed (P03) and Green (P05) are often used to check color purity. When using the
ed pattern, no other color should be present on the screen. If the Red pattern
appears tinted, then this is an indication that the color purity should be adjusted. The
ed pattern can also be used to ensure that there is no interference between the
ound and the chroma carrier, in addition to adjusting the long play delay level to
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reen (P05) provides a color purity check for display devices that use three in-line
uns. The in-line confi guration defi nes guns which are positioned horizontally with
the green gun located in the center (R-G-B).
P02) is a complementary color. This pattern is frequently used to test color
Blue
erformance.
Color Settings
attern 09 - Pattern 13 (P09 - P13
Press the [OPTION] button to enter the pattern options. Use the Pattern [UP] and
DOWN] buttons to adjust the color level. Press the [FAV] button to switch between
ull and limited color range.
Enter pattern options
Adjusts color level
usts color level
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When using Pattern 09 - Pattern 12, a black screen will be displayed, fi rst. Use the
PTION] to enable to the pattern. The Blue Pattern (P11) is illustrated below
The BLUE Setting pattern (P11) with blue level at 203 and set to the Full color
ange setting using the [FAV] button
Pattern 13 (P13) will appear as a white screen and can only be controlled usin
-232. See page 46 for more information.
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Gray-11
Gray-32
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Color Bars
attern 14 - Pattern 17 (P14 - P17
There are four different color bar patterns. Use the [OPTION] button on Pattern 14
P14) and Pattern 16 (P16) to switch between 75 IRE (Option LED indicator OFF
and 100 IRE (Option LED indicator ON).
P14
P15
P16
P17 RGB Dela
attern 18 - Pattern 22 (P18 - P22
ray scale patterns can be used to locate faulty linearity of the video amplifi er or gra
cale settings. Use the [OPTION] button on Gray-11 (P19) to alternate between the
two patterns. Option LED indicator OFF = Vertical Pattern, ON = Cross Pattern.
P18
P19
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P22 H.Gray-1
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The vertical pattern serves as a test for the horizontal bandwidth and phase behavior
a color monitor. This pattern can also be used to verify the video amplifi er and
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olor temperature.
The horizontal pattern can check the vertical bandwidth and phase behavior, in
addition to verifying the video amplifi er integrity and color temperature.
P23 V Line ONOF
P24 H Line ONOFF
P25 MULTI-BUR
P26 Dual Needl
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attern 27 - Pattern 31 (P27 - P31
Pluge (Picture line up) patterns are used to perform accurate and consistent line-up
the output signal (video). The concept behind Pluge patterns is to adjust the
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brightness control so that the fi rst bar is invisible, while the second bar remains
visible.
se the [OPTION] button on PLUGE-5 (P31) to cycle through each of the Pluge
variations.
P27 PLUGE-
P28 PLUGE-
P29 PLUGE-
P30 PLUGE-4
P31 PLUGE-
By default, Pattern 31 (P31) is set to the fi rst pluge pattern. During this state, the
ption LED indicator will be OFF.
Press the [OPTION] button to display the second Pluge-5 variation pattern. The
ption LED indicator will glow bright green.
Press the [OPTION] button a third time to display the third Pluge-5 variation pattern.
The Option LED indicator will glow bright green.
Pressing the [OPTION] button a fourth time will display the original Pluge-5 pattern.
The Option LED indicator will turn OFF.
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