Gefen EXT-4K600A-MF-51-HBTLS User manual

4K Ultra HD 600 MHz
Multi-Format 5x1 Scaler
w/ Auto-Switching & Split HDMI
& HDBaseT™ Outputs
Version A1
User Manual

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.

Warranty Information
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For the latest warranty coverage information, refer to the Warranty and Return Policy under
the Connect section of the Gefen website at http://www.gefen.com/connect/warranty-and-
return-policy

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Contacting Gefen Technical Support
Operating Notes
● When using the 5x1 Scaler for the rst time, it is recommended that the unit be congured
using the web interface. Firmware update is handled through Gefen Syner-G Software Suite.
Download the application at: http://www.gefen.com/synerg/
● It is recommended that a power cycle be performed after upgrading rmware on this product.
● This manual has been written and is based on rmware version 3.57.
●This product supports 2 Channels of LPCM audio only.
● This product will accept full bandwidth 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz 4:4:4) from the HDMI
and DisplayPort™ inputs, however due to bandwidth limitations over the HDBaseT™ link the
output resolution can be scaled to a maximum of 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz 4:4:4.
●Automatic switching is not available for the VGA input when set to composite or component
video modes.
●The HDBaseT™ link is not active when the unit is in standby mode. This means that the unit
cannot be powered on with the IR remote control from the IR input on a remote HDBaseT™
Receiver unit. The IR remote control is fully functional when communicating directly with the
main unit.
●CEC is only supported on the local HDMI output.
●This unit is compatible with the EXTUHDA-HBTL-RX HDBaseT™ receiver available from Gefen
(Sold separately)
● It is highly recommended to disable ECHO when controlling a serial (RS-232) device from a
remote receiver. This setting can be changed with the command #SET_ECHO (pg. 50) using
the RS-232 or IP Control interface.
Technical Support
1-707-283-5900 1-800-472-5555
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacic Time
Email
[email protected]
Web
http://www.gefen.com
Mailing Address
Gefen
Nortek Security & Control, LLC
c/o Customer Service
5919 Sea Otter Place, Suite 100
Carlsbad, CA 92010 USA
© 2019 Nortek Security & Control, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Gefen and Nortek Security & Control, LLC reserve the right to make changes in the
hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation without prior notice.
Operating Notes

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Licensing
This product uses software that is subject to open source licenses, including one or more
of the General Public License Version 2 and Version 2.1, Lesser General Public License
Version 2.1 and Version 3, BSD, and BSD-style licenses. Distribution and use of this
product is subject to the license terms and limitations of liability provided in those licenses.
Specic license terms and Copyright Notications are provided in the source code.
For three years from date of activation of this product, any party may request, and we
will supply, for software covered by an applicable license (e.g. GPL or LGPL), a complete
machine-readable copy of the corresponding open source code on a medium customarily
used for software interchange. The following software and libraries are included with this
product and subject to their respective open source licenses:
• lwIP
• jQuery
lwIP is licenced under the BSD licence:
Copyright (c) 2001-2004 Swedish Institute of Computer Science.
All rights reserved.
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modication, are
permitted provided that the following conditions are met:
1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of
conditions and the following disclaimer.
2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of
conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials
provided with the distribution.
3. The name of the author may not be used to endorse or promote products derived from
this software without specic prior written permission.
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE AUTHOR ``AS IS’’ AND ANY EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT,
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
(INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR
SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION)
HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN
CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR
OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

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Features and Package Contents
Features*
●Automatic switching of all video inputs
● Manual switching of video inputs via front panel button, handheld IR remote, electrical IR, RS-
232, IP Control interface, and web server interface
● Split HDMI and HDBaseT™ Outputs feed local and remote displays simultaneously
●Inputs:
○ 3x HDMI
○1x DisplayPort™
○1x VGA
○5x L/R Unbalanced Analog Audio
○1x L/R Balanced and Unbalanced Mic/Line
●Outputs:
○1x HDMI
○1x HDBaseT™
○1x L/R Unbalanced Analog Audio
● Selectable 48V Phantom Power and Ducking feature for Mic/Line input
● HDMI and DP inputs support up to 600 MHz TMDS clock and 18 Gbps data throughput
● HDMI and DP inputs support up to 4K DCI 4096 x 2160, 60 Hz, 4:4:4 and 4K Ultra HD 3840 x
2160, 60 Hz, 4:4:4
● VGA input supports up to WUXGA (1920 x 1200, 60 Hz, 4:4:4) and 1080p Full HD (60 Hz, 4:4:4)
● Congurable built-in scaler up to 3840 x 2160, 30 Hz, 4:4:4
●Each of the 5 unbalanced audio inputs can be associated with any of the video inputs and be
embedded into then HDMI and HDBaseT™ outputs
●When used with optional EXT-UHDA-HBTL-RX HDBaseT™ Receiver, extends the HDMI
output, 2-way IR, and RS-232 over a single CAT-5e:
○ 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz, 4:2:0), up to 130 feet/40 meters (8-bit color)
○ 1080p Full HD (60 Hz) or WUXGA (1920x1200 @ 60 Hz), up to 230 feet/70 meters (up to
12-bit Deep Color
●HDMI features supported:
○ HDMI 2.0
○HDCP 2.2 and 1.4
○ 12-bit Deep Color (at 1080p)
○ LPCM 2.0 pass-through
○ CEC pass-through (Local HDMI output only)
○ Lip Sync pass-through
●DisplayPort™ features supported:
○DP 1.2
○HDCP 2.2 and 1.4
○ LPCM 2.0 pass-through
●VGA input supported formats:
○ VGA, YPbPr (Component Video), and Composite Video
● RS-232 extension and unit control
●2-way IR extension and unit control
●Analog L/R unbalanced audio breakout
●5 independent dry contacts for input switching
●Uses Gefen’s implementation of HDBaseT™ technology with enhanced features
●Advanced EDID Management for rapid integration of source and display
● Field-updateable rmware via USB Type-A port and RS-232 interface
●Locking HDMI connectors
●Locking power connector
● Power over HDBaseT™ (POH) provides power to a compatible Receiver unit (such as EXT-
UHDA-HBTL-RX) over the link cable
●IR In/Ext port works with Gefen EXT-RMT-EXTIRN IR Extender Module or electrical IR from a
third-party controller
● Handheld IR Remote works with intuitive On-Screen-Display (OSD)
●IP Control via IP Control interface and web server interface
●Compact enclosure is top-or-bottom surface-mountable, or can be placed in a shelf

Package Contents
● (1) 4K Ultra HD Multi-Format 5x1 Scaler w/ Auto-Switching and HDBaseT™ Output
● (1) 12V DC power supply with locking connector and US/EU/UK/AU Regional Plugs
● (1) RMT-MF-51A Handheld IR Remote with (1) CR2025 battery
● (8) 3-pin Phoenix plugs
● (1) 6-pin Phoenix plug
● (2) Mounting Brackets
● (4) Unit-to-Mounting Bracket Screws (M3X5)
● (4) Self-adhesive rubber feet
● (1) Quick Start Guide
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Features and Package Contents
*Features and specications are subject to change without notice.
All trademarks and registered trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
Copyright© 2019 Nortek Security & Control, LLC

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Contents
Important Safety Instructions ............................................................................ ii
Warranty Information ......................................................................................... iii
Contacting Gefen Technical Support ............................................................... iv
Operating Notes ................................................................................................. iv
Licensing.............................................................................................................. v
Features and Package Contents....................................................................... vi
01 Getting Started
Panel Layout........................................................................................................ 2
Front.............................................................................................................. 2
Back .............................................................................................................. 3
Installation and Basic Operation ....................................................................... 4
Connecting the Multi-Format 5x1 Scaler....................................................... 4
Installation and Basic Operation ....................................................................... 5
Sample Wiring Diagram ................................................................................ 5
Network Conguration using Syner-G........................................................... 6
IR Remote Control Unit....................................................................................... 8
Remote Bottom - Installing the Batteries....................................................... 9
02 Basic Operation
Introduction ....................................................................................................... 12
Front Panel Controls......................................................................................... 13
Powering the Multi-Format Scaler............................................................... 13
Selecting a Video Input ............................................................................... 13
Selecting an Audio Input ............................................................................. 13
Using the IR Remote Control ........................................................................... 14
OSD Menu .......................................................................................................... 16
Accessing the Menu System....................................................................... 16
Main Menu .................................................................................................. 17
Menu System ..................................................................................................... 18
Main ► Audio Input Menu........................................................................... 18
Main ► Audio Setup Menu ......................................................................... 18
Main ► Video Setup Menu ......................................................................... 19
Main ► Video Setup ► Output Resolution................................................. 20
Main ► Video Setup ► Picture Adjust........................................................ 20
Main ► Video Setup ► Aspect Ratio ......................................................... 21
Video Setup ► Overscan............................................................................ 21
Main ► Video Setup ► HDCP.................................................................... 22
Main ► VGA Menu ..................................................................................... 22
Main ► Network Menu................................................................................ 23
Main ► System Menu................................................................................. 23
Main ► System ► OSD Timeout................................................................ 24
Main ► System ► Sleep Timer.................................................................. 24
Main ► System ► Test Pattern.................................................................. 24

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Contents
Main ► System ► Serial Baud Rate .......................................................... 25
Main ► System ► Factory Default............................................................. 25
Main ► System ► Reboot.......................................................................... 25
Main ► System ► System Update............................................................. 25
Web Interface..................................................................................................... 26
Using the built-in Web Interface .................................................................. 26
Main ► Input Select.................................................................................... 26
Main ► Volume........................................................................................... 27
Main ► I/O Status....................................................................................... 28
Setup ► Video ............................................................................................ 29
Setup ► VGA.............................................................................................. 30
Setup ► Serial ............................................................................................ 30
Setup ► Audio ............................................................................................ 31
Setup ► Names.......................................................................................... 31
Setup ► HPD Pulse.................................................................................... 32
Setup ► HDCP Mode ................................................................................. 32
EDID ► Mode ............................................................................................. 33
EDID ► Copy.............................................................................................. 33
EDID ► Info ................................................................................................ 34
EDID ► Upload/Download.......................................................................... 34
Network ► Settings .................................................................................... 35
System ► Settings...................................................................................... 37
03 Advanced Operation
Firmware Update ............................................................................................... 40
RS-232 and IP Conguration............................................................................ 41
Using Telnet ................................................................................................ 41
Using RS-232.............................................................................................. 41
Commands List ................................................................................................. 42
04 Appendix
Default Settings................................................................................................. 66
Specications.................................................................................................... 67