AAVARA PS128A User manual

PS128A
1080p HDMI Splitter 1:8
With RS-232 control & HDMI v1.4 3D Video Format
Support
Installation Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1............................................................. 3!
1.1 Introduction .................................................... 3!
1.2 Features ......................................................... 3!
1.3 Technical Specifications................................. 4!
Chapter 2............................................................. 5!
2.1 Installation ...................................................... 5!
2.2 RS-232 Command List................................... 5!
Chapter 3............................................................. 6!
3.1 Troubleshooting ............................................. 6!
3.2 F/W Upgradable: ............................................ 6!

Chapter 1
1.1 Introduction
Aavara® PS128A is a HDMI 1080p distribution hub that sends the same HDMI video input to eight HDMI
HDTV digital screens. It support HDMI v1.4 3D Video Format, RS-232 control, Two Splitter Modes. PS128A is
a flexible solution to integrate multiple displays in signage, video wall or demo shelf.
1.2 Features
•HDMI Specification 1.3b Compliant
•Support HDMI v1.4 Video Format (Side by Side, Top and Bottom, Frame Packing)
•Support HDMI 36-bit Deep Color & x.v.Color wide color gamut
•Supports 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p resolution
•Splitter Mode Dip Switch:
-Mode 1 (default) Greatest Common Video & Audio Format among all displays connected.
-Model 3 Following Output 1 display, video source will do EDID handshaking with Output 1 display only.
WhichSignageandDemoonretailshelfapplication,soanyotherdisplayplug-in or unplug to
PS128AHDMIOutput2~8won’taffectotherdisplay,noblackoutforreheadshakeforwhole
SplitterSystem. Also can ensure the output video resolution and audio format as expecting.
•Rs-232 command control from PC or other control panel.
•Splits one HDMI signal input to eight HDMI displays/TV/projectors
•Daisy Chain up to 3 layers /512 displays (8 x 8 x 8)
•Audio support Dolby® TrueHD & DTS-HD™ lossless 7.1 digital surround & Lip Sync
•DVI Specification 1.0 Compliant
•HDCP Rev1.2 specification Compliant
•1U Rack Mount included for Easy Management
•Screw hole ready for HDMI cable with screw to solid fix on splitter
•Solid Socket design to hold HDMI connector contact tight for shock & vibration resist
•Kensington Lock slot for security.
•Plug-and-Play. Installs in seconds

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1.3 Technical Specifications
Model No.
PS128A
HDMI Source Input
HDMI Single Link, TMDS x 1
HDMI Display Output
HDMI Single Link, TMDS x 8
Interface
Front Panel:
-Splitter Mode Dip Switch:
-Off M1 Greatest Common Video & Audio Format among all displays connected.
-On M3 Following Output 1 display, video source will handshaking with Output 1 display only.
-Power Switch, Power LED indicator, HDMI Output Connection LED Indicator
Rear Panel:
-Kensington Lock slot , DC Power Jack, USB port for firmware update,
-HDMI Input Connector x 1
-HDMI Output Connector x 8
Video Bandwidth
225 MHz
Single Link Range
480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 1080i, 1080p
HDCP Function
HDCP Rev. 1.2 Compliant
Cable Length
5M (in and Out respectively)
Operation
temperature
+5ºC to +35ºC
Storage temperature
-20ºC to +60ºC
Humidity Range
5% to 90% RH
Signal Rate
6.75Gbps
Power Adapter
5 V DC
Enclosure
Metal
Dimension (mm)
342(W) x 163(D) x 27(H) mm
Net Weight (g)
1.7 Kg

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Chapter 2
2.1 Installation
1. Optional. Installed 1U Rack Mount Kit if needed.
2. Plug 5V wall-mounted power supply into the wall outlet.
3. Plug 5V power supply into the HDMI Splitter’s power DC jack.
4. Connect the HDMI cable from the HDMI device into the HDMI Splitter Input.
5. Connect the HDMI cable from your HDMI Splitter Output 1 to your first Display (LCD TV or projector).
6. Repeat step 2 till all your displays are connected to the HDMI Splitter output port.
7. Optional. You may adjust the splitter mode to M1 or M3 for fitting you application requirement.
-Mode 1 (default) Greatest Common Video & Audio Format among all displays connected.
-Model 3 Following Output 1 display, video source will do EDID handshaking with Output 1 display only.
WhichSignageandDemoonretailshelfapplication,soanyotherdisplayplug-in or unplug to
PS128AHDMIOutput2~8won’taffectotherdisplay, no black out for re-handshake for whole
SplitterSystem.Alsocanensuretheoutputvideoresolutionandaudioformatasexpecting.
8. Power on the HDMI Splitter.
9. Power on your HDMI Display.
10. Power on your HDMI Source.
11. Optional. Use Kensington Lock cable to lock
12. Optional. Connect RS-232 between PC or control panel to PS128A. Rs-232 command list as in this
installation guide.
2.2 RS-232 Command List
RS-232 Boud Rate setting: 57,600 bps
Function
Command Code
Function
Command Code
Discrete Power Off
cir 0x20
Output1
cir 0x01
Discrete Power On
cir 0x21
Output2
cir 0x02
Power Toggle
cir 0x22
Output3
cir 0x03
All LEDs Off
cir 0x23
Output4
cir 0x04
All LEDs On
cir 0x24
Output5
cir 0x05
Get Status
cir 0x25
Output6
cir 0x06
Disable All outputs
cir 0x12
Output7
cir 0x07
Enable All outputs
cir 0x09
Output8
cir 0x08

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Chapter 3
3.1 Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
HDMI Splitter does not
work
1. Make sure the 5V power is plugged in the HDMI Splitter 1:8.
2. Check to see if the LED light is on.
No Signal or poor picture
1. Make sure your video display is HDCP compliant.
2. Plug your HDMI cable to source and display directly, if there is no signal or poor picture,
please change another cable.
3. Make sure all HDMI connectors are tightly secured to all HDMI ports.
4. Turn off all equipments and restart all equipments.
※If the HDMI Splitter has HDCP compliant issue, please contact your video source device and display/projector seller
for HDCP compliant.
3.2 F/W Upgradable:
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