Gefen ToolBox GTB-MHDMI1.3-441, User Manual

Page 1: ...www gefentoolbox com Gefen 4x1 Switcher for HDMI GTB MHDMI1 3 441 GTB MHDMI1 3 441 BLK User Manual ...

Page 2: ...box com support gefentoolbox com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice 4x1 Switcher for HDMI is a trademark of Gefen LLC HDMI the logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing in the United States and other countries 2010 Gefen LLC All Ri...

Page 3: ... HDMI 6 How to Operate the GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI 7 Automatic Switching 8 IR Remote Control Unit Description 9 IR Remote Control Unit Installation 10 IR Remote Control Unit Configuration 11 IR Remote Control Unit Operation 12 IR Extender Installation 13 RS 232 Serial Control 13 Settings 14 Commands 16 Changing the IR Channel 17 Wall Mounting Instructions 18 Specifications 19 Warranty ...

Page 4: ...dy for immediate and simple installations in working environments These products come finished in a glossy color to blend in with either a white or black color scheme The GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI The GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI routes high definition video at resolutions up to 1080p 60Hz with multichannel digital audio from any four Hi Def sources to one displays The GefenToolBox ...

Page 5: ...has an Automatic Switching feature Each time a connected device is powered ON GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI will switch to that input Once the connected device is powered down the product will switch to the last active input Switching can always be managed through IR remote control RS 232 and the front panel buttons See page 7 for details ...

Page 6: ...including LPCM 7 1 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 up to 15 feet in length can be used when using 8 bit or 12 bit color Extension distance is dependent upon the quality of the cables being used This product is HDMI compliant and HDCP compliant Package Incl...

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Page 8: ...ntrol automation device See page 13 for details 6 3 5mm mini Stereo jack for connecting Optional IR Extender An optional IR Extender sold separately allows relocation of the IR sensor eye up to 6 feet away from the GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher enabling streamlined installations whereby the Switcher may be hidden away behind furniture behind the scenes The IR Remote need only point at the extended IR ...

Page 9: ...nput source is being routed to the output display This allows for easy management and viewing of the input and output routing state There is a single row of LED indicators on the front panel To the left of the LED indicator is a push button labeled Input The numbers along the top of each LED represents the currently selected Input source 1 2 3 or 4 Example 1 Route Input source 2 to the Output 1 En...

Page 10: ...x1 Switcher for HDMI features Automatic Switching When a connected source is powered ON the GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI will automatically switch to that input If the same device is powered down the GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI will revert to the original active source The Switcher will always change to the last source device that was powered ON Automatic Switching can be enabled or d...

Page 11: ...ttons will be used to send display and source selections to the GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI Routing Sources to Displays Issuing a routing command is a simple process There are a total of 4 buttons on the RMT 4IR The individual buttons represent the Inputs that are available for the Output For example to route the source connected to HDMI In 2 to the display press button 2 on the RMT 4IR IR ...

Page 12: ... the back of the IR Remote Control unit 2 Insert the included battery into the open battery slot The positive side of the battery should be facing up 3 Replace the battery cover The Remote Control unit ships with two batteries One battery is required for operation and the other battery is a spare Battery Slot ...

Page 13: ...is located underneath the battery cover It is important that the IR channel selected on the remote match the IR channel on the GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI for proper operation For example if you set both DIP switches on the remote to the down position toward the 1 and 2 IR channel 0 you must set the GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI to use IR channel 0 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 Remote Channel 2 Remo...

Page 14: ... of the of four source inputs Please use the information below when selecting the desired source Table of IR Remote Commands for the GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI RMT 4IR Source 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 RMT 4IR button Source 3 3 Example In the above example if button 3 on the RMT 4IR remote control is pressed the source connected HDMI In 3 will be routed to the Display device ...

Page 15: ... extend the IR capabilities of the GefenToolBox 4x1 Switcher for HDMI One such application allows the Switcher to be hidden within or behind a cabinet see illustration below Simply connect the IR extender to the IR extender port see page 4 Back of Cabinet Gefen Toolbox Unit Remote Set top Box IR Extender 4x1 Switcher ...

Page 16: ...mands Please use the settings listed below to configure the RS 232 port of the user s system Transmitting the appropriate numeric ASCII character will simulate key presses on the RMT 4IR remote control Binary Table ASCII RMT 4IR Button Binary 1 1 0011 0001 2 2 0011 0010 3 3 0011 0011 4 4 0011 0100 RS 232 Settings Bits per second 19200 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 Flow Control None RS 232 SE...

Page 17: ...ensitive Command Description A Enable Auto Switching N Disable Auto Switching S Get System Status V Displays Firmware Version A Command The A command enables auto switching The Switcher will automatically switch to the last source device that was powered on Syntax a Parameters None N Command The N command disables Auto Switching Syntax n Parameters None ...

Page 18: ... S command displays the current routing status of the Switcher The S com mand will also display the current auto switching status A or N Syntax s Parameters None V Command The V command displays the firmware version Syntax v Parameters None ...

Page 19: ... Input Select button to cycle through each IR channel The currently selected IR channel will by indicated by a flashing blue LED IMPORTANT The selected IR channel must be the same as the IR channel set on the IR Remote Control Unit page 10 Refer to the table below for setting the IR channel 3 Once the proper IR channel has been selected press and hold the Input Select button to confirm and exit IR...

Page 20: ...o of clearance between the edges of the unit and any walls or vertical surfaces to allow for enough clearance for insertion and retraction of cables at the HDMI connectors For installation on a drywall surface use a 6 drywall screw It is recommended when installing on a drywall surface that studs be used to secure the Switcher should undue stress be applied when connecting and disconnecting HDMI c...

Page 21: ... 19 pin female 4 input 1 output LED Indicators source mapping 4 blue LED Indicator power 1 red RS 232 Interface DB9 serial F IR Extender Port 3 5mm Mini Stereo Power Supply 5V DC Power Consumption 20 W max Dimensions 6 W x 11 H x 1 D Operating Temperature 0 40 C Shipping Weight 3 lbs Available Colors Ivory or Black Compliancy US EU Standards HDMI 1 3 HDMI 1 2 HDCP 1 1 DVI 1 0 Certifications UL pow...

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