Gefen EXT-DP-841 User manual

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CONTENTS
1 Introduction
2 Operation Notes
3 Features
4 Front Panel Layout
5 Front Panel Descriptions
6 Back Panel Layout
7 Back Panel Descriptions
8 IR Remote Control Unit
8 Layout and Description
9 Installing the Battery
10  ConguringtheIRRemoteControlUnit
11 Connecting the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher
11 Wiring Diagram
12 Operating the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher
12 Front Panel Buttons and LED Indicators
12 Switching sources using the front-panel buttons
12 Switching sources using the IR Remote Control Unit
13 Switching sources using RS-232
13 Switching sources using Telnet
14 RS-232 Control
15 RS-232 Commands
15  IPConguration
20 General Commands
23 Routing and Extender Commands
24 Telnet Control
26 Specications
27 Warranty

1
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher. Your complete
satisfaction is very important to us.
Gefen
Gefen delivers innovative and 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 install and simple to
operate.
The Gefen 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher
Easily switch between eight DisplayPort computers with the Gefen 8x1
DisplayPort Switcher.
The Gefen 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher is a convenient, reliable and economical
solution for using as many as eight DisplayPort equipped Mac or PC
computers with a single DisplayPort Monitor. The unit offers multiple options for
control including front panel buttons, an included IR remote, rear panel IR and
RS-232 ports, and even an Ethernet port to accommodate IP control. Rack ears
are included for installations where rack-mounting is desired.
The 8x1 DP Switcher is compatible with all operating systems using DisplayPort.
How It Works
Connect the eight included 6-foot DisplayPort cables between the computers and
the Switcher inputs. Connect the Switcher output to the monitor using a
DisplayPort cable. Connect the included 5V DC locking power supply to the 8x1
Switcher and connect the AC power cord to an available electrical outlet.
The currently selected source will be displayed.

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE 8X1 DISPLAYPORT SWITCHER
• The 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher supports Pass-through EDID. The Switcher
will use the EDID from the currently active input.
• Dual Link resolutions up to 2560 x 1600 are supported.
• HDCP content is not supported.
• This Switcher does not support DHCP.
• The default IR channel for both the Switcher and the IR Remote Control Unit
is channel 0. See page 10 for more information.
OPERATION NOTES
2

3
FEATURES
Features
• Supports 1080p Full HD at 120Hz and dual-link resolutions up to 2560 x
1600 (WQXGA)
• Supports RGB and YCbCr color spaces
• Front-panel switching using discrete select buttons
• RS-232 port for automation
• IR remote control (included)
• External IR receiver jack
• Jack for external IR Receiver
• Saves space on your desktop
• Locking power supply
• Rack-mountable
Package Includes
(1) 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher
(1) IR Remote Control Unit
(8) DisplayPort Cables
(1) Set of Rack Ears
(1) 5V DC, Locking Power Supply
(1) AC Power Cord
(1) Quick-Start Guide

4
FRONT PANEL LAYOUT
Front Panel
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2
1 3

5
FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
1 Input Indicators (1 - 8)
Each of these LED indicators glows bright blue according to the input selection
(see Input Buttons, below)
2 IR
Receives I/R signal from the included IR Remote Control Unit.
3 Input Buttons (1 - 8)
Pressing each of these buttons selects the desired input source (1 - 8).
4 Power
This LED indicator will glow bright red when the unit is powered.

6
BACK PANEL LAYOUT
Back Panel
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2
3
54
1

7
BACK PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
1 5V DC
Connect the included 5V DC locking power supply to this receptacle.
2 In 1 - In 8
Each of these ports will accept a standard DisplayPort source device.
3 DP Out
This port will accept a single standard DisplayPort output device. The currently
selected DisplayPort input source will be output via this port.
4 Ext IR
Connect an IR extender cable to this port.
5 RS-232 Serial Port
This port is used for serial communication using an RS-232 control device. For
details, refer to page 14.
6Ethernet
Connect the Switcher to a network in order to communicate via Telnet.

IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
8
2
1 Activity Indicator
This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button is pressed.
2 Source Selection Buttons (1 - 8)
These buttons are used to select which source is routed to a monitor.
Layout and Description
1
NOTE: AnActivityIndictorthatashesquicklywhileholdingdown
any one of the eight buttons indicates a low battery. Replace the
IR Remote Control battery as soon as possible.

IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
9
Installing the RMT-8IR Battery
1. Remove the battery cover on the back of the IR Remote Control Unit.
2. Insert the included battery into the open battery slot. The positive (+) side of
the battery should be facing up.
3. Replace the battery cover.
The Remote Control unit ships with two batteries. One battery is required for
operation and the other battery is a spare.
WARNING: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an
incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions.
Battery Slot

IR REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
10
IR Channel 0
(default)
1 2
ON
Corresponding DIP Switch Settings for each IR Channel
It is important that the IR channel on the Remote Control unit, matches the IR
channel set on the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher. For example, if both DIP switches
on the IR Remote Control unit are set to IR channel 0 (both DIP switches down),
then the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher must also be set to IR channel 0. See page
21 on how to change the IR channel on the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher.
How to Resolve IR Code Conicts
In the event that IR commands from other remote controls interfere with the
supplied IR Remote Control unit, changing the IR Remote Control’s IR channel
willxtheproblem.TheIRRemoteControlunithasabankofDIPswitchesused
for setting the IR channel. The DIP switch bank is located underneath the battery
cover.
Left: Picture of the
opened rear battery
compartment of the IR
remote showing the
exposed DIP Switch
bank between the
battery chambers.
IR Channel 2
1 2
ON
IR Channel 3
1 2
ON
IR Channel 1
1 2
ON
1 2

CONNECTING THE 8X1 DISPLAYPORT SWITCHER
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How to Connect the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher
1 Connect up to eight (8) DisplayPort source devices to the DisplayPort inputs
on the back panel of the Switcher using DisplayPort cables.
2 Connect a DisplayPort-supported display to the DisplayPort output on the
back panel of the Switcher.
a OPTIONAL: To use the RS-232 communication feature, connect an
RS-232 cable between the Switcher and RS-232 host controller.
b OPTIONAL: To communicate with the Switcher using Telnet, connect
an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet jack on the back of the Switcher
to the network. See page 24 for more information on using the Telnet
feature.
c OPTIONAL: To extend the range of the IR control, connect an IR
Extender (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIR) to the back of the Switcher.
3 Connect the included 5V locking power supply to the power receptacle on
the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher
4 Connect the opposite end of the power supply to an open wall socket power
source.
Wiring Diagram for the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher
EXT-DP-841
Computer
Computer
Computer
Computer
Computer Computer
Computer
Computer
DisplayPort Display
DISPLAYPORT CABLE
RS-232 CABLE
ETHERNET
IR
DisplayPort
RS-232 Controller
Router
IR Extender
ATTENTION: This product should always be connected to a
grounded electrical socket.

OPERATING THE 8X1 DISPLAYPORT SWITCHER
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Front Panel Buttons and LED Indicators
The front panel of the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher has a set of eight (8) LED
indicators, displaying which input (source) is being displayed. Each of these
LED indicators corresponds to one of the push-buttons on the front panel.
Switching sources using the front-panel buttons
Example: Switch to input 2 using the front-panel buttons:
1 Press button 2 on the front panel of the 8x1 DisplayPort Switcher.
2 The LED indicator for Input 2 will glow bright blue on the front panel.
Switching sources using the IR Remote Control
Example: Switch to Input 3 using the IR Remote Control:
1 Press button 3 on the IR Remote Control Unit. The Activity Indicator on
the IR Remote Control Unit will glow yellow, indicating that a button was
pressed.
2 The LED indicator for Input 3 will glow bright blue.
12
2
1

13
OPERATING THE 8X1 DISPLAYPORT SWITCHER
Switching sources using RS-232
ConguretheSwitchforusewithRS-232(seepage14fordetails).
Example: Switch to input 5 using RS-232
1 Use the command r 5 to route the Switcher to Input 5. See page 14 - 15
for important information on RS-232 commands. RS-232 commands are
case-sensitive.
2 The LED indicator for Input 5 will glow bright blue on the front panel.
Switching sources using Telnet
ConguretheSwitchforusewithTelnet.Seepage24fordetails.
Example: Switch to Input 8 using the Telnet protocol
1 Use the command r 8 to route the Switcher to Input 8.
2 The LED indicator for Input 8 will glow bright blue.
2
terminal ready...
r 5
Route to Input 5
1
2
Type Cmd: r 8
Route to Input 8
1

RS-232 CONTROL
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Only pins 2 (Receive), 3 (Transmit), and 5 (Ground) are used for communication.
A null-modem adapter should not be used with this product.
5 4 3 2 1
9 8 7 6
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9
Only Pins 2 (RX), 3 (TX), and 5 (Ground) are used on the RS-232 serial interface
Serial Port Settings
Bits per second ............................................................................................ 19200
Data bits ............................................................................................................... 8
Parity ............................................................................................................. None
Stop bits ................................................................................................................1
Flow Control .................................................................................................. None
NOTE: Only pins 2 (Receive), 3 (Transmit), and 5 (Ground) are
used for communication. A null-modem adapter should not be
used with this product.

RS-232 COMMANDS
15
Command Syntax
All RS-232 commands are case-sensitive and must be entered in lowercase.
Each command must be preceded by the ‘#’ character. A carriage return must
also be appended to every command.
Example:
#set_http_port 80[CR]
IP Conguration
Command Description
#get_pass Prompts for the Telnet password
#get_user_name Prompts for the Telnet username
#ipcong Displays all TCP/IP settings
#rstip SetsIPcongurationtodefaultsettings
#set_http_port Sets the Web server listening port
#set_pass Sets the Telnet password
#set_telnet_port Sets the Telnet listening port
#set_user_name Sets the Telnet user name
#sgateway Speciesthenewgateway
#sipadd SpeciesanewIPaddress
#snetmask Speciesanewnetmask
#use_telnet_pass Toggles Telnet password prompt
#GET_PASS Command
The #GET_PASS command prompts for the Telnet password.
Syntax:
#get_pass
Parameters:
None

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RS-232 COMMANDS
#GET_USER_NAME Command
The #GET_USER_NAME command prompts for the Telnet username.
Syntax:
#get_user_name
Parameters:
None
#IPCONFIG Command
The #IPCONFIG command displays all TCP/IP settings.
Syntax:
#ipcong
Parameters:
None
#RSTIP Command
The#RSTIPcommandresetstheIPcongurationtothedefaultsettings.
Syntax:
#rstip
Parameters:
None