Datapath IQS4 User manual

Engineering the world’s best visual solutions
User Guide
4K Quad Splitter

CONTENTS
FCC COMPLIANCE IQS4 3
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 4
INTRODUCTION 5
Specication 5
IQS4 4K Quad Splitter 5
UNPACKING 6
INSTALLATION 7
System Requirements 7
Mounting Options 7
Procedure and Connections 8
Front LED 9
DISPLAY DRIVER CONFIGURATION TOOL (DDCT) 10
DATAPATH LIMITED 12
Technical Support 12
Copyright Statement 13
INDEX 14
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FCC COMPLIANCE IQS4
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
commercial, industrial or business environment. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193.1993. Washington
DC: Oce of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration,
US Government Printing Oce.
Warning! Any changes or modications to this product not
expressly approved by the manufacturer could void any
assurances of safety or performance and could result in
violation of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Per FCC Part 15.107 and 15.109 Class A
Responsible Party Name: Datapath Limited
Address: Bemrose Park, Wayzgoose Drive, Derby
Phone: [phone]
Hereby declares the product: IQS4
Product Name: Quad output splitter
Model Number: IQS4 (DGC222)
Conforms to the following specications:
FCC Part 15.107 and 15.109 Class A Digital Device
Supplementary Information:
This device has been shown to be in compliance with and was tested in accordance with the measurement
procedures specied in the Standards & Specications listed above and as indicated in the measurement
report number: TRA-051311-44-01A.
Representative Persons Name: Tony Jones, Operations Director.
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INTRODUCTION
The IQS4 is Datapath’s 4K splitter solution engineered specically for large, multi-output
video wall applications. Paired with Datapath’s Image4K graphics cards, the IQS4 delivers a
cost-eective solution for powering video walls of up to 96 HD screens.
Specication:
IQS4 4K Quad Splitter
The IQS4 takes one single 4K output from an Image2K/ Image4K and splits it into four HD outputs.
Using IQS4 units reduces the overall number of graphics cards needed in the video wall controller, which
streamlines the system, reducing load and optimizing capacity.
Works with Datapath Image4K and Image2K graphics cards with no conguration needed.
Splitting and placement of ‘quadrants’is easy with the graphical setup wizard.
Works with the output of an Image4K or Image2K graphics card with support for HDCP 2.2.
Splits and routes the input signal to all four outputs with a maximum delay of a single line.
Multiple mounting options:
5U that will support up to 10 IQS4 units with RPSU.
1U rack mount kit to house two IQS4 units with RPSU.
VESA compliant for mounting a single IQS4 unit behind a screen.
Standalone - Place on any at surface.
Distribute video in 4K and split local to screens to reduce long distance cabling requirements.
Video output connections 4 x HDMI 1.4 (1920 x 1080@60Hz)
Video input connections 1 x HDMI 2.0 (7680 x 1080@60Hz)
Power requirements 12 Watts
Operating temperature 0°C to 35°C / 32°F to 96°F
Storage temperature -20°C to 70°C / -4°F to 158°F
Relative humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing
Size 205mm (l) x 161mm (w) x 31mm (h)
Warranty 3 years (Optional 5 years)
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UNPACKING
Your packing box contains the following items:
Your IQS4 4K Quad Splitter.
Power Supply Unit.
5x HDMI Locks.
4x M4 35mm screws.
Note: All electronic products are static sensitive and packed in antistatic
materials. Please keep the IQS4 in its packaging until you are ready to install.
It is recommended that you do not discard the packing box until you are
completely satised with the IQS4 Quad Splitter and it is fully installed and
working correctly. We also recommend that you make note of the serial
number of the device. This should hasten any query, should you need to
contact our Technical Support Department. The serial number is displayed on
the bottom of the splitter.
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INSTALLATION
This section deals with the installation of the splitters working in conjunction with the
graphics cards to spread the Windows desktop across all the screens.
System Requirements
An Image2K/Image4K graphics card from Datapath.
Mounting Options
The IQS4 features multiple mounting options:
1Using VESA mount behind the screens.
Each IQS4 has a VESA mount which enables the unit to be xed to the rear of a display.
3Stand alone.
The IQS4 can also be installed standalone on any at surface.
2
Using additional rack mount.
An additional kit allows the splitter to be rack mounted in conjunction with the video wall
controller and any other equipment.
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Each VESA mounted IQS drives four HD screens
Input from a
Datapath
Image2K or
Image4K
Power is
required for
each IQS4 unit
Rack mount kits house two IQS4 units
in 1U or up to 10 IQS4 units in 5U
Power is required for each rack mount
kit (dual connections for redundancy) Input from a Datapath
Image2K or Image4K
Each IQS4 drives four HD screens
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3
2
1

Procedure and Connections
Note: Always use Premium Certied HDMI cables, capable of 4K @60 resolution, see www.HDMI.org
1
Connect the output of the graphics card to the input socket on the rear of the IQS4 using
an HDMI cable. Ensure the cable is secured into the IQS4 input connector. If possible, use
the supplied cable lock.
2Connect the outputs on the IQS4 to the displays. Ensure the cables are secured.
3Connect power supply and switch on.
4Right click on the desktop and select the Display Driver Conguration Tool (DDCT) from
the menu.
12V DC
4 3 2 1 USBHDMI InputHDMI Outputs
Power
Made
in the
UK
Power
Link
Video
Power
O/On
12V DC
4 3 2 1 USB
HDMI Input
HDMI Outputs
Power
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in the
UK
12V DC
4 3 2 1 USBHDMI InputHDMI Outputs
Power
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in the
UK
12V DC
4 3 2 1
USBHDMI Input
HDMI Outputs
Power
Made
in the
UK
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2 1 3
4

Front LED
The IQS4 includes three front panel LEDs for device status INFO
1POWER – RED for power connected / GREEN for device ON.
2LINK – ON when an input is detected.
3VIDEO – ON when video is being output.
Power
Link
Video
Power
O/On
Power
Link
Video
Power
O/On
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2
3

When enabled, each output of the graphics card added to the wall are allocated as four quadrants per output.
Four HD quadrants allocated for each output of the graphics card.
Labelled A to D (e.g. 3:B is the second quadrant of output 3 on the graphics card).
Note: It is not necessary to use all four available quadrants on each output.
DISPLAY DRIVER
CONFIGURATION TOOL (DDCT)
The conguration and setup of the IQS4 is done
through the Display Driver Conguration Tool
(DDCT), the same tool is used for the design,
conguration and creation of the video wall.
To access the DDCT right click on your desktop, select
Display Driver Conguration then select the Set Up
Wizard.
Note: The complete guide for this tool can be found
on the Image2K/Image4K user guide and in the
application help le.
A new ‘Use Split Outputs’ toggle option is available
from driver v6.0 when using Image2K/Image4K.
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The system allows to mix split outputs (labeled with the output number and A to D behind) and
direct outputs (just the output number).
Follow the instructions on the application to complete the process (or check the User Guide
included with your graphics cards).
Once added to the wall, split outputs can be arranged and ordered in any way. The do not have
to stay grouped together, as the driver ensures the correct content (wall section) is sent to the
correct split/quadrant on each output.
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DATAPATH LIMITED
Datapath has a long and very successful history in the computer graphics
industry. Datapath has been designing and supplying high performance, high
quality graphics display systems to the world’s largest and most demanding
companies and institutions since 1982. Datapath was one of the founding
companies of multi-screen windows acceleration using single and multi-
board solutions. Now using the very latest display technology. Datapath oers
some of the world’s leading multi-screen graphics accelerators for the most
demanding applications.
As new technology advances, we at Datapath improve the performance and
functionality of both our hardware and software to give our customers more.
Following a continuous development program, we pride ourselves on our
support and responsive nature towards all our customers and their changing
needs. As more sophisticated equipment and techniques become readily
available, we are there to exploit the power and potential that this technology
presents.
Technical Support
Registered users can access our technical support. Please see our website
support page for contact information. Responses should be received within
24 hours (excluding weekends).
Via Email
Send an email to [email protected] with as much information about
your system as possible. To enable a swift response we need to know the
following details:
Specication of the PC - including processor speed.
Operating System.
Application Software.
Datapath Hardware / Software.
The exact nature of the problem - please be as specic as possible.
Please quote version and revision numbers of hardware and software in use
wherever possible.
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Copyright Statement
© Datapath Ltd., England 2021.
Datapath Limited claims copyright on this documentation. No part of this
documentation may be reproduced, released, disclosed, stored in any
electronic format, or used in whole or in part for any purpose other than
stated herein without the express permission of Datapath Limited.
Whilst every eort is made to ensure that the information contained in this
User Guide is correct, Datapath Limited make no representations or warranties
with respect to the contents thereof, and do not accept liability for any errors
or omissions.
Datapath reserves the right to change specication without prior notice and
cannot assume responsibility for the use made of the information supplied. All
registered trademarks used within this documentation are acknowledged by
Datapath Limited.
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INDEX
A
Add Displays 10
C
Copyright Statement 13
D
Display Driver Conguration 8
Display Driver
Conguration Tool 10
F
Front LED 9
G
Graphics Card 10
H
HD Quadrants 10
HDMI Cable 8
HDMI Outputs 8
I
Installation 7
IQS4 4K Quad Splitter 5
M
Model Number 4
Mounting Options 7
O
Operating Temperature 5
P
Power Requirements 5
Premium Certied HDMI Cables 8
Procedure and Connections 8
Product Name 4
R
Relative Humidity 5
Rack Mounts 7
S
Setup Wizard (DDCT) 10
Size 5
Specication 5
Split Outputs 10
Storage Temperature 5
Supplementary Information 4
System Requirements 7
T
Technical Support 12
U
Unpacking 6
V
VESA Mount 7
Video Input Connections 5
Video Output Connections 5
W
Warranty 5
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NOTES
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Datapath UK and
Corporate Headquarters
Bemrose House, Bemrose Park,
Wayzgoose Drive, Derby,
DE21 6XQ, United Kingdom
[phone]
[email protected].uk
Datapath North America
2490 General Armistead Avenue,
Suite 102, Norristown,
PA 19403, USA
[phone]
[email protected].uk
Datapath France
[phone]
[email protected].uk
Datapath Germany
[phone]
[email protected]
Datapath China
[phone]
[email protected]
Datapath Japan
[phone]
[email protected].uk
www.datapath.co.uk
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