Gefen Pro GEF-HDFST-444-4ELR User manual

4x4 Matrix for HDMI
w/4 ELR-POL Outputs
GEF-HDFST-444-4ELR
User Manual
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4x4 HDMI MATRIX

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................1
Features..........................................................................................................................2
Package Includes............................................................................................................2
Matrix Layout..................................................................................................................3
Matrix Descriptions.........................................................................................................4
ELR-POL Receiver Layout..............................................................................................6
ELR-POL Receiver Descriptions.....................................................................................7
IR Remote Control..........................................................................................................8
Layout and Description...........................................................................................8
Installing the Battery................................................................................................9
Setting the IR Channel............................................................................................9
CONNECTING THE 4x4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS...........................10
Connections..................................................................................................................10
Wiring Diagram..............................................................................................................10
OPERATING THE 4x4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS..............................11
Main Display..................................................................................................................11
Displaying Additional Information..................................................................................11
Determining the Current Routing State.........................................................................12
Routing Sources...........................................................................................................13
Locking / Unlocking the Front Panel.............................................................................16
FST................................................................................................................................17
Determining the Current Switching Mode.....................................................................18
Setting the IR Channel..................................................................................................21
Routing Sources using the IR Remote Control.............................................................23
Controlling the Display from the Source Location.........................................................24
Controlling Multiple Displays Simultaneously................................................................25
Controlling a Source from the Display Location............................................................26
Controlling all Sources from any Display Location........................................................27
External EDID Management.........................................................................................28
Dynamic EDID..............................................................................................................28
RS-232 / IP CONTROL........................................................................................................29
RS-232 Interface...........................................................................................................29
RS-232 Settings............................................................................................................29
Conguring the IP Address...........................................................................................30
RS-232 / Telnet Commands..........................................................................................31
IP Conguration....................................................................................................31
Routing / Naming / Presets...................................................................................47
Status....................................................................................................................56
FST........................................................................................................................61
Masking.................................................................................................................63

CONTENTS
Using the Built-in Web server........................................................................................79
Main......................................................................................................................79
Routing.........................................................................................................79
I/O Status.....................................................................................................83
Display Info...................................................................................................84
I/O Setup...............................................................................................................85
Preset Names...................................................................................................85
I/O Names.....................................................................................................86
HPD Control.................................................................................................87
FST...............................................................................................................88
HDCP............................................................................................................89
Manage EDID.......................................................................................................90
Assign...........................................................................................................90
Bank Names.................................................................................................93
Upload / Download.......................................................................................94
Conguration........................................................................................................95
Change IP Settings......................................................................................95
Telnet Login Settings....................................................................................96
Web Login Settings......................................................................................97
System Conguration...................................................................................98
FIRMWARE UPDATE.........................................................................................................100
Firmware Update Procedure (over IP).........................................................................100
Firmware Update Procedure (over USB).....................................................................101
RACK MOUNT SAFETY INFORMATION..........................................................................103
SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................104
WARRANTY........................................................................................................................105
LICENSING.........................................................................................................................106

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE 4X4 MATRIX FOR HDMI W/4 ELR-POL OUTPUTS
• EDID contains the A/V capabilities of a display device in regards to video resolutions
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 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4
ELR-POL Outputs incorporates advanced EDID management to ensure compatibility
with all sources and display devices. See pages 28 for more details.
• The 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs can detect the presence of Deep
Color (12-bit signal) automatically and will disable Deep Color EDID features across
all other outputs if any connected device or display is not capable of processing Deep
Color. This automatic behavior ensures compatibility among all output devices in a
mixed-device environment. This feature cannot be disabled.
• To take full advantage of the IR capability of the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/ 4 ELR-POL
Outputs, the following are required: (4) 6-ft mini stereo audio cable (Gefen part no.
CAB-AUDIO-6), (8) IR emitters (Gefen part no. EXT-IREMIT), and (4) IR extender
modules (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN).
• The outputs on the back of the matrix are labeled as “A”, “B”, “C”, and “D”, as shown
below. However, the internal software of the matrix uses the numerical values “1”, “2”,
“3”, and “4” to represent each of these outputs. Be sure to keep this in mind, as you
read through the manual.
OPERATION NOTES
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Congratulations on your purchase of the GefenPRO 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL
Outputs. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us.
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The GefenPRO 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs
The GefenPRO 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs and Bidirectional IR routes
up to four Hi-Def sources at resolutions up to 1080p Full HD with Deep Color and multi-
channel digital audio to any of four HD displays, using FST to speed up the HDCP
authentication process. Each of the included ELR-POL Receivers units are used to extend
HDMI to four locations, using Gefen ELR (Extra Long Range) and POL (Power Over Line)
technologies. ELR is based on HDBaseT® and allows the extension of HDMI using a
single CAT-5e cable. POL eliminates the need to externally power the Receiver units. The
GefenPRO 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs supports 3DTV pass-through and
eight channel digital audio formats such as Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio™.
3D content can be displayed when connecting a 3DTV and 3D source. Each source is
accessible at all times from any display location. Bidirectional IR allows the source to be
controlled from the viewing location. The IR All Out port on the matrix broadcasts IR
commands from any of the viewing locations to all sources. The IR All In port on the matrix
broadcasts IR commands from an automation control device by the matrix to all remote
displays. The matrix can be controlled by using the included IR Remote, RS-232, IP control
(Telnet or Web server interface), or by using the front-panel push buttons.
How It Works
Using HDMI cables, connect up to four Hi-Def sources to the four HDMI inputs on the ma-
trix. Connect up to four HD displays to the included Receiver units, also using HDMI cables.
Use a single CAT-5e cable, up to 330 feet (100 meters), to connect each of the Receiver
units to the matrix. Connect the included AC power cord to the matrix and connect it to an
available electrical outlet. Power to each of the Receiver units is delivered from the matrix.
To control each Hi-Def source from the display location, connect an IR Extender to the IR
Ext jack on each Receiver unit. Connect an IR Emitter to the corresponding IR Out for each
source input on the matrix and place the IR emitter over the IR sensor of the Hi-Def source.
Point the IR remote of that source towards the IR Extender at the display location to control
the source. To control the display placed near the Receiver unit, connect the IR Emitter
output from an automation device to the corresponding IR Input on the matrix. Connect an
IR emitter to the IR Out on each Receiver unit, and attach the IR emitter over the IR sensor
of the display.
INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
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Supported HDMI Features
• Resolutions up to 1080p Full HD
• HDCP compliant
• 12-bit Deep Color
• LPCM 7.1 audio, Dolby® TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio™
• 3DTV pass-through
• Lip Sync pass-through
Features
• Routes any four Hi-Def sources to any four HD displays independently
• Sends and Receives IR signals from any of the 4 remote locations to the matrix
• Includes four ELR-POL receiver units
• ELR and HDBaseT® technologies allow extension up to 330 feet (100 meters)
• POL feature provides power to each ELR receiver
• Gefen FST speeds up the HDCP authentication process
• Fast and Slow FST Modes
• Advanced EDID Management for rapid integration of sources and displays
• Ability to save and recall presets
• Supports DVI sources and displays
• Field-upgradeable rmware via IP or RS-232
• Front Panel Switching
• IR Control of the matrix via front panel sensor and from each Receiver
• RS-232 port for automation
• IP Control via web server interface and Telnet
• Internal power supply with detachable IEC AC cord
• Back panel master power switch
• Rack mountable (2U tall, rack ears included)
• Surface-mountable Receiver units
Package Includes
(1) 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs
(4) Extender for HDMI ELR-POL w/ Bidirectional IR (Receiver Unit)
(1) IR Remote Control unit
(1) AC Power Cord
(1) Set of Rack Ears (Attached)
(1) Quick-Start Guide

INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
Front
1 LCD Display
This is a two-line, sixteen-character display that shows status information and is also used
to manage display / source routing.
2 Navigation Buttons
Used for routing and adjusting settings of the 4x4 Matrix for HDMI w/4 ELR-POL Outputs.
See the information beginning on page 13 for details on using these buttons.
3 Menu
Press this button to display routing, switching mode, and IP address information.
4 IR Sensor
Receives signals from the IR Remote Control.
5 Lock Indicator
This LED glows bright blue when the front panel is locked.
6 Lock Button
Pressing this button temporarily locks the front panel controls.
7 Power Indicator
This LED indicator will glow bright blue when the matrix is powered on. When the matrix is
in standby mode, this LED indicator will glow bright red. The power switch, on the back of
the matrix, must be switched to the ON position in order for this LED indicator to function.
8 Power Button
Press this button to power-on and power-off the matrix.