Gefen GTB-MHDMI1.3-144-BLK, GTB-MHDMI1.3-144 User Manual

Gefen

1:4 Splitter

for HDMI

®

GTB-MHDMI1.3-144

GTB-MHDMI1.3-144-BLK

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 GefenToolBox 1:4 Splitter for HDMI
7 EDID Management
7 EDID Mode Selection
8 Audio Channel Selection
9 External EDID Management
10 Internal EDID Specifi cation
11 Fast Switching Technology
12 Wall Mounting Instructions
13 Specifi cations
14 Warranty

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the GefenToolBox 1:4 Splitter for HDMI.
Your complete satisfaction is very important to us.

About Gefen

We specialize in total integration for your home theater, while also focusing on
going above and beyond customer expectations to ensure you get the most from
your hardware. We invite you to explore our distinct product line. Please visit
http://www.gefen.com for the latest offerings in High-Defi nition signal solutions
or call us between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday-Friday, Pacifi c
Standard Time for assistance with your A/V needs. We’ll be happy to assist you.

Why GefenToolBox?

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. These products come fi nished in a glossy color to blend in
with either a white wall or black cabinet.

The GefenToolBox 1:4 Splitter for HDMI

The GefenToolBox 1:4 Splitter for HDMI sends one digital HDMI A/V source to
4 HDMI-compliant displays at the same time. It supports all HDMI equipment
such as Blu-ray and DVD players, satellite set-top boxes, and all HDMI displays.
Features include transmission of high-def deep color video resolutions up to
1080p@60 Hz combined with advanced lossless digital audio formats for pristine
sound reproduction.

How It Works

Connect your HDMI A/V source to the Splitter’s input using the supplied HDMI
cable. Connect up to four (4) HDMI-compliant displays to the Splitter’s four (4)
HDMI outputs. 3D content can be displayed when connecting a 3DTV and 3D
source. Apply power to sources and displays. The source signal will now be seen
on all four displays at the same time.

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OPERATION NOTES

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING THE GEFENTOOLBOX 1:4 SPLITTER FOR HDMI

• EDID contains the A/V capabilities of a display device in regards to video
resolutions and audio formats supported. This information is used by the
source device to determine the format of the A/V signal it outputs. The
GefenToolBox 1:4 Splitter for HDMI has advanced EDID management
features to ensure complete compatibility with all sources and display
devices. See pages 7-10 for more details.

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FEATURES

HDMI 1.3 Features

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

• Deep Color

• Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio

• Lip-Sync

Features

• Simultaneously displays a single Hi Def source on up to four (4) HDTV
displays without signal loss.

• Maintains high resolution video - beautiful, sharp HDTV resolutions up to
1080p and 1920x1200@60 Hz.

• 3DTV Pass-Through

• Fast Switching Technology for quick and responsive HDMI signal routing.

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

• Supports modern advanced digital audio formats including LPCM 7.1 audio,
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio.

• Supports the use of DVI sources and DVI displays with an HDMI-to-DVI
converter cable or adapter.

• Input and output cables can be as long as 15 feet when using 8-bit or 12-bit
color. The length of input and output cables also depends on the quality of
cables used.

• This product is HDMI-compliant and HDCP-compliant.

Package Includes

(1) GefenToolBox 1:4 Splitter for HDMI
(1) 6 ft. HDMI cable (M-M)
(1) 5V DC Locking Power Supply
(1) User Manual

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