Gefen GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HDELR User manual

Audio
Embedder
3GSDI
Release A5
User Manual
GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HD
GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HDELR
16x16 Modular Matrix for
HDMI with HDCP
sources displays

16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP
Important Safety Instructions
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this product near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install or place this product near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12. To reduce the risk of electric shock and/or damage to this product, never handle or
touch this unit or power cord if your hands are wet or damp. Do not expose this
product to rain or moisture.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15. Batteries that may be included with this product and/or accessories should never be
exposed to open ame or excessive heat. Always dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
RACK MOUNT SAFETY INFORMATION
a. Maximum recommended ambient temperature: 40 ˚C (104 ˚F).
b. Increase the air ow as needed to maintain the recommended temperature
inside the rack.
c. Do not exceed maximum weight loads for the rack. Install heavier equipment in the
lower part of the rack to maintain stability.

16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP
Warranty Information
Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and
workmanship.
If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notied within two (2) years from
the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided
that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or
modications. Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be
repaired at the current price of parts and labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs
are warranted for ninety (90) days from the day of reshipment to the Buyer.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without
limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or tness for any particular purpose, all of
which are expressly disclaimed.
1. Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty.
2. Customers outside the US are responsible for shipping charges to and from Gefen.
3. Copper cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cables must be in their original
condition.
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate.
However, Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained
in this manual. In no event will Gefen be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if
advised of the possibility of such damages. The technical information contained herein
regarding the features and specications is subject to change without notice.
For the latest warranty coverage information, refer to the Warranty and Return Policy under
the Support section of the Gefen Web site at www.gefen.com.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Please register your product online by visiting the Register Product page under the
Support section of the Gefen Web site.
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16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP
Gefen, LLC
c/o Customer Service
20600 Nordhoff St.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Telephone: [phone]
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Visit us on the Web: www.gefenpro.com
Technical Support Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacic Time
For 24 / 7 support, see the back of the product for the
support number
16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP
is a trademark of Gefen, LLC.
Important Notice
Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any
accompanying documentation without prior written notice.
© 2014 Gefen, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Contacting Gefen Technical Support
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3GSDI Audio Embedder
• There is no internal scaling in the 16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP. All of
the attached monitors must be able to display the output resolutions of the source
devices. For maximum compatibility it is recommended that only one compatible/
common resolution be used by all of the source devices.
• Routing features can be accessed using RS-232 or IP control. See RS-232 and IP
Conguration for more information.
• The 16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/HDCP is available in several pre-congured
versions to meet the requirements of your particular application. This User Manual
covers both congurations. See Pre-Congured Options for additional information.
Operating Notes
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Features
• Supports resolutions up to 1080p Full HD
• HDMI Features Supported
►HDCP compliant
►12-bit Deep Color
► LPCM 7.1, Dolby® TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio™
► Lip-Sync pass-through
• ELR and HDBaseT® technologies allow extension up to 330 feet (100 meters)
• POL feature provides power to each ELR receiver through the CAT-5e cable
• Gefen FST speeds up the HDCP authentication process
• Fast and Slow FST Modes
• Advanced EDID management for rapid integration of sources and displays
• Front-panel display for status feedback
• Front-panel push buttons for local switching
• IP controlled via built-in web server, Telnet, and UDP
• RS-232 Serial interface for remote control via an automation control system
• IR control of the matrix via front panel sensor and from each Receiver location
• Broadcast of IR commands from the matrix side to all viewing locations,
and from each receiver location to the matrix all sources
• Routing states can be stored and recalled at the touch of a button
• Output masking command
• Optional IR remote control (RMT-MOD-IRN)
• Stand-by mode
• Field upgradable rmware via USB or IP
• Dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies
• Rack-mountable
Packing List
See Pre-Congured Options for packing list details for each pre-congured option. If any
of these items are not present in your box when you rst open it, immediately contact your
dealer or Gefen.
16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP
Features and Packing List
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3GSDI Audio Embedder16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP
Table of Contents
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01 Getting Started
Pre-Congured Options......................................................................................... 2
Panel Layout ......................................................................................................... 3
Front Panel.................................................................................................... 3
Back Panel .................................................................................................... 4
IR Remote Control Unit ......................................................................................... 6
Front.............................................................................................................. 6
Back .............................................................................................................. 8
Installing the Battery...................................................................................... 9
Setting the IR Channel .................................................................................. 9
Installation ........................................................................................................... 10
Sample Wiring Diagram .............................................................................. 10
GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HD .................................................................... 11
GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HDELR ............................................................. 11
02 Operating the 16x16 Modular Matrix
for HDMI w/ HDCP
Basic Operation................................................................................................... 16
Standby Mode ............................................................................................. 16
Powering the Matrix .................................................................................... 16
Accessing the Menu System....................................................................... 17
Menu System ...................................................................................................... 19
IP Conguration Menu ................................................................................ 19
Temperature Menu...................................................................................... 21
LCM Contrast Menu .................................................................................... 22
Routing Basics .................................................................................................... 23
Displaying the Current Routing Status ........................................................ 23
Routing a Source to an Output.................................................................... 24
Routing a Source to Multiple Outputs ......................................................... 28
Routing a Source to All Outputs.................................................................. 30
Saving a Routing Preset ............................................................................. 32
Recalling a Saved Routing Preset .............................................................. 34
Locking the Matrix ............................................................................................... 36
IR Control ............................................................................................................ 37
Controlling the Display from the Source Location ....................................... 37
Controlling the Source from the Viewing Location ...................................... 38
Controlling Multiple Sources ....................................................................... 39
Controlling the Matrix from the Viewing Location........................................ 40

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03 Advanced Operation
RS-232 and IP Conguration .............................................................................. 44
RS-232 Interface ......................................................................................... 44
RS-232 Settings .......................................................................................... 44
IP / UDP Conguration................................................................................ 45
Commands.......................................................................................................... 46
IP Conguration .......................................................................................... 46
UDP Conguration ...................................................................................... 57
FST ............................................................................................................. 61
Routing and Masking .................................................................................. 64
System ........................................................................................................ 74
Web Interface ...................................................................................................... 94
Using the built-in Web Server ..................................................................... 94
Main ► Routing .......................................................................................... 95
Main ► I/O Status..................................................................................... 101
Main ► Display Info .................................................................................. 103
I/O Setup ► Preset Names....................................................................... 104
I/O Setup ► I/O Names ............................................................................ 105
I/O Setup ► HPD Control ......................................................................... 106
I/O Setup ► FST....................................................................................... 107
I/O Setup ► HDCP ................................................................................... 108
Manage EDID ► Assign ........................................................................... 109
Manage EDID ► Bank Names ................................................................. 112
Manage EDID ► Upload/Download.......................................................... 113
Conguration ► Change IP Settings ........................................................ 114
04 Appendix
Card Removal and Installation .......................................................................... 122
Power Supply Failure and Replacement........................................................... 125
Power Supply Failure ................................................................................ 125
Power Supply Replacement...................................................................... 126
Firmware Upgrade Procedure........................................................................... 128
Upgrading using the Web interface........................................................... 128
Upgrading using USB................................................................................ 129
Specications .................................................................................................... 130

01 Getting Started
16x16 Modular Matrix for
HDMI with HDCP
sources displays
Pre-Congured Options......................................................................................... 2
Panel Layout ......................................................................................................... 3
Front Panel.................................................................................................... 3
Back Panel .................................................................................................... 4
IR Remote Control Unit ......................................................................................... 6
Front.............................................................................................................. 6
Back .............................................................................................................. 8
Installing the Battery...................................................................................... 9
Setting the IR Channel .................................................................................. 9
Installation ........................................................................................................... 10
Sample Wiring Diagram .............................................................................. 10
GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HD .................................................................... 11
GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HDELR ............................................................. 11

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Getting Started
Pre-Congured Options
The following list outlines the available pre-congured options. Because this User Manual
covers information on all available congurations, it is important to identify the type of
16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP that was purchased.
►16 HDMI Inputs / 16 HDMI Outputs (GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HD)
Two input cards. Each card uses eight HDMI inputs, providing a total of 16 HDMI
inputs.
Two output cards. Each card uses eight HDMI outputs, providing a total of 16 HDMI
outputs.
Packing List:
(1) 16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP Frame
(2) Modular Matrix 8 HDMI Input Cards
(2) Modular Matrix 8 HDMI Output Cards
(1) DB-9 cable
(2) AC power cords
(1) Quick-Start Guide
►16 HDMI Input / 16 CAT-5 ELR-POL Outputs (GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HDELR)
Two input cards. Each card uses eight HDMI inputs, providing a total of 16 HDMI
inputs.
Two output cards. Each card uses eight ELR-POL outputs. Each of these
ELR-POL outputs are connected to a Receiver unit, using a CAT-5e cable, allowing
you to extend the HDMI signal up to 330 feet (100 meters). 16 ELR-POL Receiver
units are included with this package option.
Packing List:
(1) 16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP Frame
(2) Modular Matrix 8 HDMI Input Cards
(2) Modular Matrix 8 HDMI Sender over CAT-5 Cards
(16) HDMI ELR Receivers with POL
(1) DB-9 Cable
(2) AC Power Cords
(1) Quick-Start Guide

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Front Panel
ID Name Description
1Standby / Lock (LED) When the matrix is in standby mode,
this LED indicator will glow bright blue.
When the matrix is locked, the LED
indicator will glow bright green.
See Locking the Matrix for more
information.
2 IR sensor This IR sensor receives signals from an IR
remote.
3 Front panel display Provides feedback and matrix status during
various operations.
4 Front panel buttons Used to control various features on the
Matrix. See the section Basic Operation for
more information.
GEFEN
16x16 MATRIX
Getting Started
Panel Layout
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Back Panel
(GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HDELR shown)
ID Name Description
1 Grounding terminal Connect a grounding wire from the grounding
terminal to an approved ground path.
2Output (1 - 16) These two expansion bays accept Output
cards, only (HDMI or ELR).
3Input (1 - 16) These two expansion bays accept Input
cards, only (HDMI).
4IR Ext Connect an IR Extender (Gefen part no.
EXT-RMT-EXTIRN) to this port.
5RS-232 Connect the included RS-232 cable from this
port to an RS-232 device. See RS-232 and
IP Conguration for more information.
6 IP Control Connect an Ethernet cable between
this jack and a LAN to use IP control.
See RS-232 and IP Conguration for more
information.
Getting Started
Panel Layout
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Getting Started
Panel Layout
7IR All (Out) Connect an IR blaster to this port to send
IR commands to multiple devices.
This port is only active if the unit is
congured with the ELR-POL Output
option.
8IR All (In) This port is designed to be used with an
IP-based automation control device.
Connect the IR cable from an IR Emitter
port on the automation control device to
this IR port. This port is only active if the
unit is congured with the ELR-POL Output
option.
9USB This mini USB port is used for upgrading
the rmware. See Upgrading using USB
for more information.
10 HDMI Local Out Connect a local HDTV display to this HDMI
port. This port is useful for monitoring the
currently routed input signal.
11 IEC connector Connect the included AC power cords
from these power receptacles to available
electrical outlets.

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The IR remote control unit (Gefen part no. RMT-MOD-IRN) is not included 16x16 Modular
Matrix for HDMI with HDCP but can be purchased separately.
Front
ID Name Description
1 Activity indicator This LED ashes bright orange when a key
is pressed on the remote.
2Input Selection (0 - 9) Press these buttons to switch to the
desired input (source).
3Enter Press this button to commit the routing
change.
IR Remote Control Unit
NOTE: An Activity indicator that ashes quickly while holding down
any one of the buttons indicates a low battery. Replace the battery
as soon as possible. See Installing the Battery.
Getting Started
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ID Name Description
4 Input Press this button prior to selecting the
input.
5 Output Press this button prior to selecting the
output.
6 Recall Press this button prior to entering the
preset to be loaded.
7Save When saving a routing state, press this
button prior to entering the preset number.
Getting Started
IR Remote Control Unit

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Back
(shown with cover removed)
ID Name Description
1 DIP switch bank Use these DIP switches to set the IR
channel of the remote. See Setting the IR
Channel for more information.
2 Primary battery slot
(shown without battery)
Holds the battery for operating the remote.
Use only 3V CR2032-type batteries.
Make sure that the positive (+) side of the
battery is facing up.
3 Alternate battery slot Allows for the installation of secondary
(backup) battery.
2
1
3
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IR Remote Control Unit

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Installing the Battery
The IR remote control unit ships with two batteries. Only one battery is required for
operation. The second battery is a spare.
1. Remove the back cover the IR Remote Control unit.
2. Insert the included battery into the primary battery slot. The positive (+) side of the
battery should be facing up.
3. Replace the back cover.
Setting the IR Channel
In order for the included IR remote control to communicate with the 16x16 Modular Matrix
for HDMI with HDCP, the IR remote control must be set to the same channel as the matrix.
Use the #set_ir command to set the IR channel of the matrix.
IR Channel DIP settings
0
(default)
1 2
ON
1
1 2
ON
1 2
2
1 2
ON
3
1 2
ON
IR Remote Control Unit
WARNING: Use only 3V CR2032-type batteries. Risk of explosion
if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
DIP switches
Getting Started

Page Title
As there are several versions of the 16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/HDCP available,
each version will be covered. Locate the connection instructions for the version which was
purchased. The wiring diagram at the bottom of the page provides a general reference for
connecting the 16x16 Modular Matrix for HDMI w/ HDCP.
►GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HD
►GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416-HDELR
Sample Wiring Diagram
WARNING: Both power supplies should always be connected
to grounded electrical AC outlets. Each power cord should be
connected to an electrical outlet on a separate circuit.
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Getting Started
Installation
GEF-HDFST-MOD-16416
Total HDMI Output Combinations
16x16 Modular Matrix
for HDMI with HDCP
HDMI Sources
®
Up to
16x
IR Emitters**
Up to
16x
IR Emitters**
Up to
16x
IR Extenders**
Up to
16x
Up to
16x
GEF-HD-2IR-ELRPOL-R
Local Monitor Receivers
** Dependant on the number of ELR-POL Sender boards in the matrix
VIDEOGAME MODE
Playing: SCALER WARS
LEVEL:22
VIDEOGAME MODE
Playing: SCALER WARS
LEVEL:22
IP Control
Network
HDMI CABLE
RS-232 CABLE
CAT-5 CABLE
IR
IP-based
Automation Control Device