Key Digital KD-1X2CS Champion, KD-1X3CS Champion, KD-1X4CS Champion Operating Instructions Manual

HDMI® Distribution Amplifiers

The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions

™

Champion Series

™

Operating Instructions

Key Digital® Systems :: 521 East 3rd Street :: Mount Vernon, NY 10553

Phone : [phone] Fax : [phone] Web : www.keydigital.com

Rev 2 – June 2013

KD-1X2CS KD-1X3CS

KD-1X4CS

Key Digital®, led by digital video pioneer Mike Tsinberg,

develops and manufactures high quality, cutting-edge

technology solutions for virtually all applications where

high quality video imaging is important. Key Digital

®

is at the forefront of the video industry for Home Theater

Retailers, Custom Installers, System Integrators,

Broadcasters, Manufacturers, and Consumers.

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Introduction

Key Digital® Champion Series™ HDMI Distribution Ampliers are designed and engineered to

offer the best in quality, performance, and reliability while providing a cost effective HDMI/DVI

distribution solution. The KD-1X2CS, KD-1X3CS, KD-1X4CS HDMI Distribution Ampliers

provide single input to multiple output distribution and maintain crystal-clear, pristine picture

and sound quality. Champion Series

™

Distribution Ampliers are a transparent solution for

all digital video/audio distribution applications and support all HD and SD video standards,

including 1080p/60. KD-1X2CS, KD-1X3CS, KD-1X4CS Distribution Ampliers feature

status-monitoring LEDs and support for advanced HDMI 3D feature.

About the KD-1X2CS, KD-1X3CS, KD-1X4CS

› Distribution of one HDMI input to 2/3/4 HDMI outputs
› Supports all SD, HD, and VESA (VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, UXGA) resolutions up to

1080p (60Hz & 50Hz)

» SD & HD: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

» VESA / DVI: From 640x480p up to 1920x1080p

› EDID Control featuring internal library settings or auto EDID selection of display
› Supports signal rates up to 10.2 Gb per second
› Supports HDMI and DVI
› Compliant with HDCP copyright protection
› Compliant with all HDMI

®

versions

› Auto Sensing and Formatting for HDMI and DVI Output Devices connected
› 1 Key Technology authenticates topology of connected source and displays
› Input and Output status indicated by LED lights
› Default EDID for 1080i or 1080p systems (EDID Control

™

)

› Supports lossless compressed digital audio:

» Dolby

®

TrueHD, Dolby® Digital Plus and DTS™-HD Master Audio

Advanced HDMI® Features

› 3D – Capability to pass 3D stereoscopic signal formats

Accessories

› External power supply: 5V 1A
› HDMI Lacing Clip
› Operating Instructions
› Warranty Card

Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................................ 1

Quick Setup Guide .......................................................... 2

DVI Applications for KD-1X2CS, KD-1X3CS, KD-1X4CS ..............................3

Installation and Operation ..................................................... 3

EDID Control Settings ........................................................ 4

Mechanical / Technical Specications ............................................ 5

Terminology ................................................................ 6

Important Product Warnings & Safety Instructions ................................... 7

How to Contact Key Digital

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................................................... 8

Warranty Information .........................................................9

Always follow the instructions provided in this Operating Manual.

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