CYP CETH-4HDMI User manual

CETH-4HDMI
Ethernet/USB to 4 Port
HDMI Converter
Operation Manual
CETH-4HDMI
Draft Manual

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Safety Precautions
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack or install or
operate this equipment, and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this
equipment:
 Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of
re, electrical shock and injury to persons.
 To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture or install this product near water.
 Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
 Never push an object of any kind into this product through
module openings or empty slots, as you may damage parts.
 Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow it to
be abused by persons walking on it.
 To protect the equipment from overheating, do not block the
slots and openings in the module housing that provide ventilation.
Revision History
Version No Date Summary of Change
RDV1 20110124 Preliminary Release

Table of Contents
1. Introduction..................................................................................1
2. Applications.................................................................................1
3. PackageContents......................................................................1
4. SystemRequirement...................................................................1
5. Features........................................................................................2
6. Specifications..............................................................................2
7. HardwareDescription.................................................................3
7.1 Front Panel ........................................................................ 3
7.2 Real Panel ......................................................................... 3
8. SoftwareInstallation....................................................................4
8.1 Install DisplayLink Software ............................................ 4
9. UninstalltheDeviceDriver..........................................................5
9.1 Using DisplayLink Manager ............................................. 5
9.2 Using More DisplayLink manager ................................... 9
10.ConnectionandInstallation..................................................... 10
11.Acronyms...................................................................................11

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1. Introduction
The CETH-4 HDMI Ethernet/USB to 4 Port HDMI Converter is a networked HDMI
system that allows you to display PC/ Laptop content on up to four HDMI
displays and features three operation modes: A LAN Mode, a USB Mode and
an Extender Mode. The LAN Mode is useful for ofces with existing networks,
as the CETH-4 HDMI allows any user who is connected to the LAN (Local Area
Network) to access the four HDMI displays. The USB Mode lets a user with a PC
or Laptop to display media on any of the four displays through one USB Cable.
Lastly, the Extender Mode is a convenient option in any integration / installation
setup by giving users the ability to extend the operating distance of a signal
by up to 100 meters, over a single RJ45 cable. Also including a switch that lets
you select either mini USB or Ethernet input, the CETH-4 HDMI lets you show the
same content on each output, different content on each output or you can
extend an image to cover all four HDMI displays. Supporting an HD resolution
up to 1920 x 1080 for each output, the CETH-4 HDMI Ethernet/USB to 4 Port HDMI
Converter is a great way to share PC content within an ofce network.
2. Applications
• PC Game entertainment
• Showroom environment
• Installation market for extend Video/Audio signal
• Educational teaching
• Home entertainment
3. Package Contents
• Ethernet/USB to 4 Port HDMI Converter
• 5V/2.6A DC power adaptor
• User Manual
• Driver CD
4. System Requirements
System Hardware Requirements: 2.4GHz single core CPU with at least 1GB RAM
for optimal performance
Operating Systems: Windows XP, SP2, Vista 32 bits & Window 7

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5. Features
• Displaying content on up to 4 HDMI displays from through a networked
system or directly from PC/Laptop with USB cable
• HD resolution up to 1920 x 1080 for each HDMI output
• Individual EDID selection with output display control
• USB 2.0 (Hi-speed) compliant
• Support Giga Ethernet TCP/IP protocols
• Supports HDMI output audio with 3.5mm phone jack input
• Extend or mirror video up to 4 HDMI displays
• Share an HDMI display with multiple users through an existing network
within 100M
6. Specications
Input port 1 x USB, 1 x RJ45, 1 x 3.5mm Headphone
Output ports 4 x HDMI
Remote control
ESD Protection Human body model: ± 15kV (air-gap discharge)
± 8kV (contact discharge)
Power Supply 5V DC/2.6A (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certied)
Dimensions (mm) 270(W) x 126(D) x 30(H)
Weight(g) 850
Chassis Material Metal
Silkscreen Color Black
Operating Temperature 0˚C~40˚C / 32˚F ~ 104˚F
Storage temperature -20˚C~60˚C / -4˚F ~ 140˚F
Relative Humidity 20~90% RH (no condensation)
Power Consumption (W) 9.5W (Max)

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7. Operation Controls and Functions
7.1FrontPanel
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① Power Switch: Turn the system ON/OFF.
2. HDMI output enable and LED indicators: Press the HDMI output enable
button to enable/disable the corresponding HDMI output ports. When
enable the corresponding HDMI output port the BLUE LED will illuminate,
when disable the HDMI output the BLUE LED will not illuminate.
5. Features
• Displaying content on up to 4 HDMI displays from through a networked
system or directly from PC/Laptop with USB cable
• HD resolution up to 1920 x 1080 for each HDMI output
• Individual EDID selection with output display control
• USB 2.0 (Hi-speed) compliant
• Support Giga Ethernet TCP/IP protocols
• Supports HDMI output audio with 3.5mm phone jack input
• Extend or mirror video up to 4 HDMI displays
• Share an HDMI display with multiple users through an existing network
within 100M
6. Specications
Input port 1 x USB, 1 x RJ45, 1 x 3.5mm Headphone
Output ports 4 x HDMI
Remote control
ESD Protection Human body model: ± 15kV (air-gap discharge)
± 8kV (contact discharge)
Power Supply 5V DC/2.6A (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certied)
Dimensions (mm) 270(W) x 126(D) x 30(H)
Weight(g) 850
Chassis Material Metal
Silkscreen Color Black
Operating Temperature 0˚C~40˚C / 32˚F ~ 104˚F
Storage temperature -20˚C~60˚C / -4˚F ~ 140˚F
Relative Humidity 20~90% RH (no condensation)
Power Consumption (W) 9.5W (Max)

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7.2RearPanel
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①. EDID Control switch: Each EDID control switch is determined if you are
going to use the EDID from the display or use an onboard EDID. When
select to TV, the EDID will attach to output TV. When selected to INT, the
EDID will become onboard EDID and the factory default setting is in TV
mode.
2. HDMI output: Connect each of the output ports to the HDMI display. The
system can let you show the same content on each HDMI output,
different content on each HDMI output or you can extend an image
to cover all four HDMI displays. For more detail please check section 9
(Using DisplayLink Manager) for mirror or video extension settings.
3. Audio in: This slot is to insert the audio through the PC 3.5 phone jack.
When the audio is inserted, the HDMI output ports will support audio at
the same time.
4. Mini USB IN: this port support mirror or video extension (via USB cable) to
your HDMI displays.
5. Input USB/RJ45 switch: this switch allows users to choose input source
signal from USB or RJ45.
6. RJ45 IN: This slot is to connect with CAT5e/6 cable from your network system
or PC/Laptop.
7. DC 5V: This slot is where you plug the 5V DC power supply into the unit and
connect the adaptor to an AC wall outlet.

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8. Software Installation
The following sections list the procedures to follow when installing the USB to
HDMI and USB device drivers. Insert the provided CD into your CD-ROM drive,
then begin the USB Install Disc and follow the below steps to install the driver.
8.1InstallDisplayLinkSoftware
Select the preferred language and click automatically check for updates,
and then click “I Accept” to install the DisplayLink Manager
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9. Using DisplayLink Manager
9.1 UsingDisplayLinkManager
After the driver is installed, a utility (DisplayLink Manager) will
automatically appear in the system tray. The utility allows you to quickly
change the settings and resolution for DisplayLink Manager. Right click
on the icon will bring out the context menu.

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 ScreenResolution:Select the screen resolution (available only in
extended mode).
NOTE: When the display has a built in EDID the screen will show the
displays resolution, if no EDID is present the screen has the
following resolution (see below image)
 ColorQuality: Select the screen color quality (available only in
extended mode).
 ScreenRotation:Rotate the screen on the additional monitor by 90, 180
or 270 degrees.

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 Extendto: Reposition the extended screen to the top, bottom, left or
right of the primary display.
 Extend: Set the DisplayLink Manager to Extended mode.
 SetasMainMonitor:Set the monitor to be the main monitor.

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 NotebookMonitoroff:Set the PC/notebook's monitor off.
 Mirror: Set the DisplayLink Manager to Mirror mode. You can see the
same desktop image on the additional monitor.
 Off:Disable the DisplayLink Manager on the system.

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 Advanced:Opening the DisplayProperties will allow you to adjust the
resolution, color quality, position and refresh rate.
9.2 UsingMoreDisplayLinkmanager
You don’t have to install a new driver as long as you have completed
the above installation process in advance. It will automatically dene
the ID of the new Display Link Manager and will list everything in the
Display properties or the display manager menu.
NOTE:When connecting more DisplayLink Manager to a computer, a
system with higher CPU performance is recommended.

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10. Connection and Installation
or
USB or RJ45
RJ45(100M)
RJ45
or
PC NB
or
PC NB
ExtenderMode
LANMode

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Acronyms A
Acronym Complete Term
HDMI High-Denition Multimedia Interface

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