Gefen EXT-DP-EDIDP User manual

Audio
Embedder
3GSDI
Release A4
User Manual
EXT-DP-EDIDP
DisplayPort
Detective Plus

DisplayPort Detective Plus
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.

DisplayPort Detective Plus
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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DisplayPort Detective Plus
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.gefen.com
Technical Support Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacic Time
DisplayPort Detective Plus 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.
© 2013 Gefen, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Contacting Gefen Technical Support
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• When connecting a DisplayPort cable between the source and the DisplayPort
Detective Plus, the cable should not exceed 30 feet (10 meters) in length.
• The DisplayPort cable between the DisplayPort Detective Plus and the display
(or other sink device) should not exceed 50 feet (15 meters) in length.
• The DisplayPort Detective Plus comes with 1 default EDID prole and 7
pre-programmed EDID banks. If the contents of these banks are erased or
over-written, the original EDID data cannot be restored.
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3GSDI Audio Embedder
Operating Notes
DisplayPort Detective Plus

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Features
• Supports resolutions up to 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
• EDID presets for custom resolution support
• Supports RGB and YCbCr color spaces
• Write-protect switch
• No power supply required after initial EDID programming
• Can be powered via USB port or from the included power supply
• Upload / download EDID (.bin) les
• Copy EDID from connected display into non-volatile internal memory
• Firmware upgradeable
Packing List
The DisplayPort Detective Plus ships with the items listed below. If any of these items are
not present in your box when you rst open it, immediately contact your dealer or Gefen.
• 1 x DisplayPort Detective Plus
• 1 x 6 ft. DisplayPort cable
• 1 x 5V DC power supply
• 1 x Quick-Start Guide
DisplayPort Detective Plus
Features and Packing List

3GSDI Audio EmbedderDisplayPort Detective Plus
Table of Contents
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01 Getting Started
Panel Layout ......................................................................................................... 2
Front Panel.................................................................................................... 2
Back Panel .................................................................................................... 3
Bottom Panel................................................................................................. 4
Installation ............................................................................................................. 5
Connecting the DisplayPort Detective Plus................................................... 5
Sample Wiring Diagram ................................................................................ 5
02 Operating the
DisplayPort Detective Plus
EDID Programming ............................................................................................... 8
Programming an External EDID.................................................................... 8
Passing HDCP Content................................................................................. 9
Recording an EDID to a EDID Bank ........................................................... 10
Loading an EDID from a Bank .................................................................... 11
Saving the Local EDID to a File .................................................................. 12
Uploading an EDID le to the Local Input ................................................... 13
Uploading an EDID le to a EDID Bank ...................................................... 14
DIP Switch Banks................................................................................................ 15
DIP Switch Conguration ............................................................................ 15
03 Advanced Operation
Using the Virtual COM Port................................................................................. 20
Connecting the DisplayPort Detective Plus................................................. 20
Installing the DisplayPort Driver .................................................................. 21
Commands.......................................................................................................... 23
04 Appendix
Default EDID Prole ............................................................................................ 38
Installing the Gefen EDID Tool+ .......................................................................... 39
Firmware Upgrade Procedure............................................................................. 42
Using the #fpga_upgrade command ........................................................... 42
Using the #fw_upgrade command .............................................................. 43
Specications ...................................................................................................... 44

DisplayPort
Detective Plus
01 Getting Started
Panel Layout ......................................................................................................... 2
Front Panel.................................................................................................... 2
Back Panel .................................................................................................... 3
Bottom Panel................................................................................................. 4
Installation ............................................................................................................. 5
Connecting the DisplayPort Detective Plus................................................... 5
Sample Wiring Diagram ................................................................................ 5

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Front Panel
ID Name Description
1 WR Write-enable switch. Flip this switch to
the “E” position to allow the DisplayPort
Detective Plus to be programmed with an
EDID. Set this switch to the “D” position
to disable programming and prevent an
accidental erasure of the current EDID.
2 Prog Press this button to begin programming an
EDID. See EDID Programming for more
information.
3 Out Connect the display to this port using a
DisplayPort cable.
4 DIP switches Use this DIP switch bank to select a
pre-programmed EDID. See EDID
Programming for more information.
5 Power This LED will glow bright blue when the unit
is powered.
Getting Started
Panel Layout
12 3 4 5

Back Panel
ID Name Description
1 5V DC Connect the included 5V DC power supply to
this power receptacle.
2 In Connect the DisplayPort source to this port
using a DisplayPort cable.
3USB Connect a USB Type A to Mini-USB Type B
cable (not included) to provide an alternate
power source for the DisplayPort Detective
Plus.
1 2 3
Getting Started
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Panel Layout

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Bottom Panel
ID Name Description
1 DIP switches See DIP Switch Banks for more information
on using these DIP switches.
Getting Started
1
Panel Layout

Page Title
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Getting Started
Installation
Connecting the DisplayPort Detective Plus
1. Connect the included DisplayPort cable from the DisplayPort source to the DP In
port on the detective. If using a different DisplayPort cable, this cable should not
exceed 30 feet (10 meters) in length.
2. Use another DisplayPort cable to connect the display (or other sink) to the
DP Out port on the detective. The DisplayPort cable should not exceed 50 feet
(15 meters) in length.
3. Connect the included 5V DC power supply to the power receptacle on the detective.
4. Connect the power supply to an available electrical outlet.
Sample Wiring Diagram
STOP: Before connecting the DisplayPort Detective Plus, the unit
must be programmed with an EDID. See EDID Programming for
more information, before continuing.
EXT-DP-EDIDP
Computer
Monitor
DisplayPort Detective Plus
DISPLAYPORT CABLE

DisplayPort
Detective Plus
02 Operating the
DisplayPort Detective Plus
EDID Programming ............................................................................................... 8
Programming an External EDID.................................................................... 8
Passing HDCP Content................................................................................. 9
Recording an EDID to a EDID Bank ........................................................... 10
Loading an EDID from a Bank .................................................................... 11
Saving the Local EDID to a File .................................................................. 12
Uploading an EDID le to the Local Input ................................................... 13
Uploading an EDID le to a EDID Bank ...................................................... 14
DIP Switch Banks................................................................................................ 15
DIP Switch Conguration ............................................................................ 15

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Before using the DisplayPort Detective Plus, the unit must be programmed with an EDID.
Once programmed, the EDID data will be read by the source, providing all the necessary
details of the type of signal that the display (or other sink device) can process.
Programming an External EDID
1. Begin by powering-on the display (or other sink device) containing the EDID to be
recorded.
2. Connect a DisplayPort cable from the sink device to the DP Out port on the detective.
3. Make sure all DIP switches are in the OFF position.
4. Set the WR (write) switch to the “E” position in order to allow the EDID to be written
to the detective.
5. Connect the included 5V DC power supply to the detective. The Power LED will glow
bright blue if the sink device contains a valid EDID. If the EDID is corrupt or invalid,
then the Power LED will glow bright red.
6. Press Prog button. The Power LED will slowly ash as the EDID is recorded.
7. Once the EDID has been recorded, the Power LED glow bright blue.
Operating the DisplayPort Detective Plus
EDID Programming
DIP switches
in OFF position
Slide switch to
the “E” position

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The table below provides a status summary of the Power LED.
LED Status Conditions
Power Solid blue • Detective is powered
• HPD is high
• EDID has been successfully written
(to a EDID bank or the local input)
Solid red • Bad EDID
• HPD is low
Flashing
blue
• EDID is being read from sink
• EDID is being read from EDID bank
Passing HDCP Content
In order for the DisplayPort Detective Plus to pass HDCP content (e.g. Blu-ray, etc.), set
DIP switch 4 to the ON (down) position.
After setting DIP switch 4 to the ON position, reboot the DisplayPort Detective Plus by
disconnecting and then reconnecting the power.
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Operating the DisplayPort Detective Plus
DIP switch 4 in
ON position
EDID Programming
IMPORTANT: When enabling or disabling HDCP pass-through, the
DisplayPort Detective Plus must be power-cycled in order for the
DIP switch setting to take effect.

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Operating the DisplayPort Detective Plus
Recording an EDID to a EDID Bank
When an EDID is recorded, the EDID data is stored on the local input (DP In) port.
However, the DisplayPort Detective Plus also allows EDID data to be stored directly to any
of 7 EDID banks. Each EDID can then be recalled at any time. The data in an EDID bank
is saved even when the power is disconnected.
1. Begin by powering-on the display (or other sink device) containing the EDID to be
recorded.
2. Connect a DisplayPort cable from the sink device to the DP Out port on the detective.
3. Connect a USB-to-Mini-USB cable between the detective and a PC. The USB
connection will power the detective.
4. On the PC, launch a terminal-emulation program (e.g. Hyperterminal, etc).
Refer to Using the Virtual COM Port for more information on terminal communication
settings.
5. Execute the #ediddstoba command, specifying the bank in which to store the EDID.
For example, if we wanted to store the EDID in bank 3, we would type and enter the
following command:
#ediddstoba 3
EDID Programming