HDMI® Distribution Amplifiers
KD-1X2 KD-1X4
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................ 1
Quick Setup Guide
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DVI Applications for KD-1X2; KD-1X4 ............................................. 3
Installation and Operation
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EDID Control Settings ........................................................ 4
Mechanical / Technical Specifications ............................................ 5
Terminology
Important Product Warnings & Safety Instructions
How to Contact Key Digital
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Warranty Information ......................................................... 9
KD-1X2 KD-1X4
Always follow the instructions provided in this Operating Manual.
© 2012 Key Digital, Inc. All rights reserved.
Introduction
Key Digital® Champion Series™ HDMI Distribution Amplifiers are designed and engineered
to offer the best in quality, performance, and reliability while providing a cost effective HDMI/
DVI distribution solution. The KD-1X2 and KD-1X4 HDMI Distribution Amplifiers provide single
input to multiple output distribution and maintain crystal-clear, pristine picture and sound
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quality. Champion Series
video/audio distribution applications and support all HD and SD video standards, including
1080p/60. KD-1X2; KD-1X4 Distribution Amplifiers feature status-monitoring LEDs and
support for advanced HDMI features: 3D, 4K Resolution.
About the KD-1X2; KD-1X4;
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Distribution of one HDMI input to 2/4 HDMI outputs
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Supports all SD, HD, and VESA (VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, UXGA) resolutions up to
1080p (60Hz & 50Hz)
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SD & HD: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
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VESA / DVI: From 640x480p up to 1920x1080p
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EDID Control featuring internal library settings or auto EDID selection of display
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Supports signal rates up to 10.2 Gb per second
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Supports HDMI and DVI
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Compliant with HDCP copyright protection
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Compliant with all HDMI® versions
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Auto Sensing and Formatting for HDMI and DVI Output Devices connected
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1 Key Technology authenticates topology of connected source and displays
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Input and Output status indicated by LED lights
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Default EDID for 1080i or 1080p systems (EDID Control™)
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Supports lossless compressed digital audio:
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Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby® Digital Plus and DTS™-HD Master Audio
Distribution Amplifiers are a transparent solution for all digital
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Advanced HDMI® Features
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3D – Capability to pass 3D stereoscopic signal formats
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4K – 4096x2160/24 video resolution support for commercial applications such as Digital Movie
Theaters, CAD, Post Production, Graphics and etc.
Accessories
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External power supply: 5V 1A
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HDMI Lacing Clip
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Operating Instructions
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Warranty Card
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Quick Setup Guide
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Step 1: Find a safe and convenient location to mount or place your KD-1X2; KD-1X4 unit
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Step 2: Begin with the KD-1X2; KD-1X4 unit and all input/output devices turned off with
power cables removed
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Step 3: Connect your HDMI or DVI source to the input port of your KD-1X2; KD-1X4 unit
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Step 4: Connect your HDMI or DVI displays to the output port of your KD-1X2; KD-1X4 unit
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Step 6: Connect power to the KD-1X2; KD-1X4 unit
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Step 7: Power on input/output devices
HDMI
Audio
Cable Box
EDID Control
KD-1X4
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
Display 1
Display 2
Display 3
HDMI
Audio Rcvr.
Audio
Audio
Speakers
Sub-Woofer
Audio
Display 4
Speakers