Gefen GTB-MHDMI1.3-442, User Manual

Page 1: ...4x2 Matrix for HDMI GTB MHDMI1 3 442 GTB MHDMI1 3 442 BLK User Manual www gefentoolbox com Gefen ...

Page 2: ...lbox 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 4x2 Matrix 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 Rig...

Page 3: ...IR Remote Installation 11 IR Remote Configuration 12 Changing the IR Channel 13 IR Extender Installation 14 EDID Management 15 What is EDID 15 EDID Mode Selection 16 External EDID Management 17 Audio Channel Selection 18 Internal EDID Specification 19 RS 232 Serial Control Interface 20 RS 232 Serial Commands 23 Wall Mounting Instructions 24 Specifications 25 Warranty ...

Page 4: ...rix for HDMI routes up to 4 Hi Def sources to any two HDTV displays at resolutions up to 1080p Full HD including 3D content and multi channel digital audio The 4x2 Matrix for HDMI eliminates the need to disconnect and reconnect Hi Def sources and ensures compatibility with multiple devices using powerful EDID management It works with any Hi Def source that needs to be connected to an HDTV display ...

Page 5: ...utions and audio formats supported This information is used by the source device to determine the format of the A V signal on the outputs The GefenToolBox 4x2 Matrix for HDMI incorporates advanced EDID management to ensure complete compatibility with all types of Hi Def sources and HDTV displays Please see pages 14 18 for more details OPERATION NOTES 2 ...

Page 6: ...D Management for rapid integration of sources and display devices Supports digital audio formats including LPCM 7 1 audio Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio Built in IR Extender IR Remote Control RS 232 serial control Locking HDMI connections Firmware field upgradable Wall mountable This product is HDCP compliant Package Includes 1 GefenToolBox 4x2 Matrix for HDMI 4 6 ft HDMI ...

Page 7: ...PANEL LAYOUT 1 11 4 8 9 10 4 6 2 3 Top 5 7 Front ...

Page 8: ...e 4x2 Matrix for HDMI may be switched remotely using this port See page 20 for details 6 Mini USB Service Port This Mini USB service port is used for upgrading the HDMI firmware This feature is under development at this time A future version of this manual will be released containing a procedure for using this feature 7 IR Extender Port For Optional IR Extension Used to connect an optional IR Exte...

Page 9: ...ighten the locking connector 4 Connect the other end of the power supply to an available power outlet NOTE If the source and display support 3D then the 4x2 Matrix for HDMI will pass through the 3D signal To pass the 3D signal a 3DTV must be connected to HDMI Out 1 on the Matrix Wiring Diagram for the GefenToolBox 4x2 Matrix for HDMI CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 4X2 MATRIX FOR HDMI 6 GTB MHDMI1 3 ...

Page 10: ...LED 2 turns bright blue Fig 1 1 Fig 1 1 The display connected to Out 1 on the Matrix should now display the content from the Hi Def source connected to Input 2 on the Matrix Note that in Fig 1 1 Out 2 has been routed to the source connected to HDMI In 1 Example 2 Routing Input source 3 to Output display 2 Connect an HDTV display to HDMI Out 2 on the Matrix Connect a Hi Def source to HDMI In 3 on t...

Page 11: ...outed to the HDTV display s Routing Sources to Displays Issuing a routing command is a simple process There are a total of 8 buttons on the IR remote Each set of four 4 buttons are grouped by color for easy navigation The first set of four buttons 1 4 represent Output 1 The second set of four buttons 5 8 represent Output 2 The individual buttons within a color represent the Inputs that are availab...

Page 12: ...e information below when selecting the desired source for each display Table of IR Remote Commands for the 4x2 Matrix for HDMI RMT 8MIR Source Display 1 1 1 2 2 1 3 3 1 4 4 1 5 1 2 6 2 2 7 3 2 8 4 2 IR REMOTE DESCRIPTION RMT 8MIR button Source Display 6 2 2 Example In the above example if button 6 on the IR remote is pressed the source connected to HDMI In 2 will be routed to the Display connected...

Page 13: ...he included battery into the open battery slot The positive side of the battery should be facing up 3 Make sure that both DIP switches are in the OFF position 4 Replace the battery cover The remote ships with 2 batteries One battery is required for operation and the other battery is a spare 10 Battery Slot DIP Switches ...

Page 14: ...annel on the 4x2 Matrix for HDMI Setting the IR Remote Channel on the RMT 8MIR In the event that IR commands from other remote controls conflict with the supplied RMT 8MIR Remote changing the remote IR channel will fix this issue The RMT 8MIR Remote has a bank of DIP switches for setting the Remote IR channel The DIP Switch bank on the RMT 8MIR is located underneath the battery cover Left Picture ...

Page 15: ...cle through each IR channel The currently selected IR channel will be indicated by a flashing blue LED IMPORTANT The selected IR channel must be the same as the IR channel set on the IR Remote page 11 Refer to the table below for setting the IR channel 3 Once the proper IR channel has been selected press and hold the Out 1 button to confirm and exit IR channel selection mode The currently selected...

Page 16: ...n be used to extend the IR capabilities of the 4x2 Matrix for HDMI One such application allows the Matrix 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 13 IR Extender ...

Page 17: ...ple outputs The source devices will require EDID to read Multiple devices displays can be connected to the input and output ports on the Matrix each with their own EDID Management of EDID is key to ensure that maximum compatibility is maintained between all devices What options do I have to manage the EDID in the 4x2 Matrix for HDMI It is important to understand that the EDID contains much more th...

Page 18: ... on the front panel to the INT position This mode will use a preset EDID that is stored in the 4x2 Matrix for HDMI from the factory This pre programmed standard EDID data structure is compatible with most A V display devices All resolutions and audio formats specified in this EDID will be passed to the source device Many common resolutions and audio formats are supported For a complete listing of ...

Page 19: ...ment of the EDID data is important to maintain compatibility between all devices Display Connections If a display is not connected to Output 1 then no EDID changes are made meaning that the previous EDID information will be used This state will be in effect until a display is connected to Output 1 and the Matrix is power cycled EDID is copied from Output 1 to all other outputs The audio block will...

Page 20: ...e see page 18 To use this mode set the Audio Selection Switch on the front panel to the 2 CH position This mode is useful in scenarios where all output devices displays are HDTV monitors that only support 2 channel LPCM This setting will ensure that all connected devices will receive and produce sound 2 Multi Channel This setting will enable all common audio formats in the pre programmed EDID For ...

Page 21: ...50Hz 2 channel LPCM 2CH Multi channel LPCM 2CH LPCM 8CH AC 3 6CH DTS 7CH Dolby Digital 8CH Dolby TrueHD 8CH DTS HD 8CH MAT MLP 8CH 2 channel FL FR Multi Channel RLC RRC RL RR FC LFE FL FR Below are the settings programmed into the built in Internal EDID data structure 18 INTERNAL EDID SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 22: ...configure the RS 232 port of the user s system RS 232 Settings Bits per second 19200 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 Flow Control None Transmitting the appropriate numeric ASCII character will simulate key presses on the IR remote control Binary Table ASCII RMT 8MIR Button Binary ASCII RMT 8MIR Button Binary 1 1 0011 0001 5 5 0011 0101 2 2 0011 0010 6 6 0011 0110 3 3 0011 0011 7 7 0011 0111 4 ...

Page 23: ...x X Power OFF the Matrix Y Power ON the Matrix 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Selects the Input to be routed to Output 1 or Output 2 Numbers 1 4 route to Output 1 Numbers 5 8 route to Output 2 Syntax 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 or 8 Parameters None Examples 2 routes Input 2 to Output 1 6 routes Input 2 to Output 2 H Resets the 4x2 Matrix to factory default settings The IR channel for the Matrix is set to 0 The command is not ...

Page 24: ... is routed to Output 1 S Y35 The Y indicates that the unit is powered ON The 3 indicates Input 3 and the 5 indicates that the signal is being routed to Output 1 The unit is OFF and Input 2 was routed to Output 2 at the time power was turned OFF S X26 The X indicates that the unit is powered OFF The 2 indicates Input 2 and the 6 indicates that Output 2 will display the source at power ON 21 RS 232 ...

Page 25: ...X Power OFF the Matrix Syntax X Parameters None Y Power ON the Matrix Syntax Y Parameters None 22 RS 232 SERIAL CONTROL COMMANDS ...

Page 26: ...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 Matrix should undue stress be applied when connecting and disconnecting HDMI cab...

Page 27: ...pin female 4 input 2 output LED Indicators source mapping 8 blue LED Indicator power 1 red RS 232 Interface DB9 serial F IR Extender 3 5mm Mini Stereo Power Supply 5V DC Power Consumption 13W max Dimensions 3 W x 9 H x D Operating Temperature 0 40 C Shipping Weight 4 lbs Available Colors Ivory or Black Compliancy US EU Standards HDMI 1 3 HDMI 1 2 HDCP 1 1 and DVI 1 0 Certifications UL power supply...

Page 28: ...ed 1 Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty 2 Customers outside the US are responsible for shipping charges to and from Gefen 3 Copper cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cables must be in their original condition The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate However Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may b...

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