Gefen EXT-HDMI1.3-143 User manual

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CONTENTS
1 Introduction
2 Operation Notes
3 Features
4 Panel Layout
5 Panel Descriptions
6 Connecting And Operating The 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3
7 Specifications
8 Warranty

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Congratulations on your purchase of the 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3. Your complete
satisfaction is very important to us.
Gefen
Gefen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions
that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies.
Gefen’s reliable, plug-and-play products supplement cross-platform computer
systems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes
with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate.
The Gefen 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3
The Gefen 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3 allows set-top boxes, DVD players, and
other HDTV devices to be connected to three or more HDTV displays. When two
or more Splitters are connected together, they can be used to create a larger
video signal distribution.
This new unit supports HDMI 1.3 features and passes the higher bandwidth
HDMI 1.3 signal for the ultimate in state-of-the-art HDMI signal duplication.
How It Works
The 1:3 Splitter for HDMI 1.3 is connected using an HDMI cable from the HDMI
video source to the HDMI splitter input. There are three HDMI outputs. Each
output is connected to an HDMI display. Power is connected and all connected
displays show an exact replica of the video signal that is input to the Splitter.
Note: This HDMI product supports BOTHAudio and Video signals.
All displays that cannot show the same video resolution(s) as the Primary Display
connected to Output #1 may fail to show a picture. Secondary displays follow the
Primary by sharing the resolution and capability information (EDID) obtained from
the Primary Display.
INTRODUCTION

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE 1:3 SPLITTER FOR HDMI 1.3
• Display information (EDID) is needed by the source to determine the
capabilities of the connected display. This is especially important for HDMI
1.3 sources because without the right information in the EDID none of the
features for HDMI1.3 will be enabled. The 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3 features
an EDID selection that will allow the user to choose an external EDID from
an attached display or an built-in internal EDID. Please see page 6 for more
details.
• The source device will output a single video resolution that all displays must
be capable of accepting.
• This devices is HDMI 1.3 compliant. Please see page 3 for supported HDMI
1.3 features.
• Supports HDTV resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and computer resolutions of
1900 x 1200.
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OPERATION NOTES

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Features
• Connects up to three HDMI™ / DVI displays at the same time to one video
source.
• Maintains high resolution video - beautiful, sharp HDTV resolutions up to
1080p, 2k, and computer resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 are easily achieved.
• HDMI and HDCP compliant.
HDMI 1.3 Features
• Lip-Sync Pass Through
• 225 MHz (up to 12 bit YUV 444 supported @ 1080p)
• Deep Color Supported (XV Color Supported)
• Color Space Conversion Supported
• Dolby TrueHD & DTS Master Supported
• CEC Pass Through
Package Includes
(1) 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3
(1) 5V DC Power Supply
(1) 6 Foot HDMI Cable (M-M)
(1) User’s Manual
FEATURES

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Front Panel
Back Panel
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2 3 4
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PANEL LAYOUT

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1 Power LED Indicator
This LED indicator will become active once the included 5V DC power adapter
has been properly connected.
2 Internal EDID LED Indicator
This LED indicator will become active when the internal EDID has been
selected. This is a built-in EDID.
3 External EDID LED Indicator
This LED indicator will become active when the external EDID has been
selected. This is the EDID from the display connected to HDMI output port 1.
4 Link LED Indicator
This LED indicator will become active when a link between the source device
and the 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3 has been established.
5 EDID Selector Button
Pressing this button will cycle between the internal and external EDID modes.
Changing to a new mode will not take effect until the unit is reset.
6 Reset Button
This button will cycle power on the 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3. If the EDID mode
has been changed it will not take effect until the unit has been reset.
7 HDMI Input Port
Connect an HDMI or DVI (with a DVI to HDMI adaptor or cable) source device
to this input port.
8 HDMI Output Ports 1 - 3
Connect up to 3 HDMI or DVI (with a HDMI to DVI adapter or cable) displays to
these output ports. The display connected to the port labeled OUT 1 will have its
EDID used when the external mode is active.
9 5V DC Power Input
Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this input port.
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

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How to Connect the 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3
1. Connect the HDMI or DVI (with a DVI to HDMI adapter or cable) source
device to the 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3 HDMI input port using the supplied
HDMI cable.
2. Connect up to 3 HDMI or DVI (with a HDMI to DVI adapter or cable) displays
to the 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3 output ports using user supplied HDMI
cables.
NOTE: The display connected to the port labeled OUT 1 will have its EDID
used when the external EDID mode is active. If there are displays with different
resolutions in the setup it is recommended that the display with the lowest
resolution be placed on the port OUT 1. This way, all of the displays will be able
to output an image when the external EDID mode is active.
3. Connect the included 5V DC power adapter to the 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3
power input port.
4. Power on the displays first and then the source.
How to Operate the 1:3 Splitter For HDMI 1.3
The EDID source is selectable between the display connected to the output port
labeled OUT 1 or the built-in internal EDID. These 2 modes are selectable by
cycling the EDID button located on the back panel. To switch modes, follow the
instructions below.
1. Note the current EDID mode by viewing the front panel’s LED array. If the
INT LED is active the internal EDID mode is in use. If the EXT LED is active
the external EDID mode is in use.
2. If the current mode is not the desired EDID mode, press the EDID button on
the rear panel. The active LED will now switch.
3. Press the reset button to cycle power and initiate the newly selected EDID
mode.
The EDID carries import information that the source reads to determine what
resolutions and features are supported. The internal EDID has support for
resolutions up to 1080p and includes Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD features.
CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 1:3 SPLITTER FOR HDMI 1.3

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Video Amplifier Bandwidth ....................................................................... 225 MHz
Input Video Signal .............................................................................. 1.2 Volts p-p
Input DDC Signal ......................................................................... 5 Volts p-p (TTL)
Single Link Range ................................. 1080p/60 12 Bit Color Depth, 1920x1200
HDMI Connector ................................................................ Type A ,19 Pin Female
Power Consumption ....................................................................... 13 Watts (max)
Power Supply ................................................................................ 5V DC 2.6 Amp
Dimensions ............................................................................ 9.4”W x 1”H x 4.6”D
Shipping Weight ............................................................................................ 3 lbs
SPECIFICATIONS

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