Gefen 4x2 DVI Switcher User manual

4x2 DVI Switcher
USER MANUAL
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The 4x2 DVI Switcher is a trademark of Gefen Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Front Panel Descriptions
Back Panel Descriptions
How To Connect The 4x2 DVI Switcher
RMT-4IR
System Specifications
Warranty
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READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THE 4X2 DVI SWITCHER
• If two monitors are connected to the switcher, both monitors must have the same na-
tive resolution.
• The 4x2 DVI Switcher is housed in a metal box for better RF shielding.
OPERATION NOTES

INTRODUCTION
ThankyouforpurchasingGefen’sex•tend•it4x2DVISwitcherseries.The4x2DVISwitcher
switches DVI, USB and audio between any combination of four computers. Now you can
switcheasilyand reliably betweenany combination offourcomputers using oneortwo DVI
display, USB keyboard and mouse. The 4x2 DVI Switcher is switched using the RMT-4IR.
The 4x2 DVI Switcher saves space – there’s no need to work on a desk crowded with four
monitors,keyboards and mousedevices. It savestime –there’snoneed to movefrom one
monitor to another to access different computers. And it saves money – there’s no need
to purchase additional monitors, mouse devices, keyboards etc. The 4x2 DVI Switcher
allows you to choose between any combination of Macintosh or PC computers.
CONTENTS
The 4x2 DVI Switcher system consists of:
--- (1) 4x2 DVI Switcher
--- (1) RMT4-IR remote control
--- (1) 5 VDC power supply
--- (4) DVI cables (6FT)
--- (4) USB cables (6FT)
--- (4) Audio cables (6FT)
--- (1) User Manual
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1-4Indicator LED
Power LED
Infrared Eye
FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
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BACK PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
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POWER
INPUT DVI IN 1 DVI IN 2 DVI OUT DVI OUT 1 DVI IN 4 USB OUT
4 USB INPUTS
REMOTE -
RJ-45 Connecter
For RMT-4 Wired
Remote
AUDIO IN 1 AUDIO IN 2 AUDIO IN 3 AUDIO IN 4 AUDIO OUT
DVI OUT 2

Connect your computers DVI, USB, and audio to the 4x2 DVI Switcher inputs using
the supplied cables.
Connect one or two DVI monitor to the DVI Out. If only one monitor is connect you
must use DVI Out 1.
Connect your USB and audio devices to the USB and audio outputs.
Connect the RMT-4 remote control (if applicable).
Plug the 5VDC power supply into the 4x2 DVI Switcher.
Your computers must be turned on one at a time and the switcher must be selected
to the computer that is booting up.After one computer completes the startup process,
you can boot up the second computer and repeat the process with the remaining
computers.
HOW TO CONNECT THE 4X2 DVI SWITCHER
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RMT-4IR
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1. Remove battery cover from the back of the RMT4-IR remote.
2. Verify that dip switches 1 & 2 are in the down (OFF) position.
3. Insert the battery, hold the battery so that you can see the positive side facing up. The
side that is not marked must be facing down.
4. Test the RMT4-IR remote by pressing ONLY one button at a time. The indicator light
on the remote will flash once each time you press a button. WARNING: Do not press
multiple buttons simultaneously and do NOT press buttons rapidly. These actions will
cause the remote to reset and steps 1-4 will have to be repeated.
Note: The RMT4-IR ships with two batteries. One battery is required for operation, the
second battery is complimentary.

4X1 DVI/ADC WIRING DIAGRAM
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Video Amplifier Bandwidth ................................................................................. 1.65 GHz
Single Link Range ......................................................................................... 1920 x 1200
Vertical Frequency Range ....................................................................................... 60 Hz
DVI Input/Output Connector Type ............................................................................. DVI-I
USB Input Connector .......................................................................................... Type “B”
USB Output Connector ........................................................................................ Type “A”
Power Consumption ................................................................................ 15 Watts (max.)
Power Supply .......................................................................................................... 5VDC
Dimensions ...................................................................................... 17”W x 1.75”H x 4”D
Rackmountable .......................................................................................... 1 Rack Space
Shipping Weight ..................................................................................................... 10 Lbs
SPECIFICATIONS
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Gefen Inc. warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material
and workmanship.
If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen Inc. is notified within one (1)
year from the date of shipment, Gefen System will, at its option, repair or replace the
equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical
or other abuse or modifications.
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 shipment to the Buyer.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without
limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, all
of which are expressly disclaimed.
Theinformationin this manualhasbeen carefully checked andisbelieved to beaccurate.
However, GefenInc. assumes noresponsibility for anyinaccuracies that maybe contained
in this manual. In no event will Gefen Inc., 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 4x2 DVI Switcher features and specifications is subject to change without
notice.
WARRANTY
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