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Contents
Application Diagram ........................................................ 3
Installation ....................................................................... 3
Cascading 3x8 Amp ........................................................ 3
Configuring Smart ScanTM ................................................ 4
Description ...................................................................... 4
Features .......................................................................... 5
Remote Control Guide .................................................... 7
RS-232 Control Commands ............................................ 8
USB Service Port ............................................................ 8
EDID Configuration ......................................................... 9
Changing EDID mode ................................................... 10
1 RU Rackmount .......................................................... 12
Disabling / Enabling IR Remote Control Reciver .......... 13
Cascade Diagram ......................................................... 14
Warranty ....................................................................... 15
Disclaimers ................................................................... 15
Specifications..................................................................16

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Application Diagram
Installation:
1) Connect the Monitors to the HDMI OUT ports
2) Connect the HDMI sources to the HDMI INPUTS
3) Connect the DC power adapter
Cascading 3x8 Amp:
The 3x8 HD distribution amp can be cascaded to distribute to more
than 8 displays.
For best performance when cascading amps, please connect
using the port labeled "cascade" (see page 14 for cascade
diagram)

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Configuring Smart ScanTM:
The Smart Scan is disabled before shipment. It is recommended to
keep Smart Scan disabled in most applications.
To enable Smart ScanTM
1) Press and hold select button for 5 seconds until LED strobe.
To disable Smart ScanTM
1) Re-power the HDDA38 and the HDDA38 will reset with
Smart Scan disabled.
Description:
The Octava 3x8 HD Distribution Amp is designed for Professional HD
installations requiring multiple HD displays. The 3x8 HDMI distribution
amplifier includes 3 HDMI source inputs and 8 HDMI outputs. The 3x8
HDMI Distribution Amplifier can be used in standalone application to
distribute HDMI video and audio to 8 HD displays or cascaded to
create large HD display centers requiring more than 8 HD displays.
The Pro Series HDDA38 provide 3D support, Full 1080P, and is 1
RU Rack mountable for professional installations. In addition, the
HDDA38 incorporates sophisticated EDID management and USB
service port for customization. RS-232 serial interface is provided for
integrating with 3rd party control systems.

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Features:
1080P resolution
3D Support
3 HDMI inputs, 8 HDMI outputs.
Cascadeable
Wall Mount or 1 RU mountable ( rack mount included)
EDID Management, USB service port for customization
needs.
RS-232 control
Supports high resolution video 480p, 720i/p, 1080i/p
RS-232 Control Program Included