Gefen HD-441 User manual

4x1 HD Switcher
USER MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Features
Panel Descriptions
Connecting and Operating the 4x1 HD Switcher
RMT4-IR Installation
RS-232 Interface
Specifications
Warranty
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Congratulations on your purchase of the 4x1 HD Switcher. Your complete satisfaction is
very important to us.
Gefen’s line of HDTV switches, extenders, and splitters are designed to make yourA/V
equipment use more comfortable, more productive and less expensive.
The 4x1 HD Switcher allow access to multiple HDTV devices, using a single HDTV dis-
play.
The ex•tend•it line offers solutions for Home Theater, AV installation, noise, space and
security concerns, data center, information distribution, conference room presentation,
school and corporate training environments.
Our Commitment
Gefen will always offer the finest quality product at the best possible price. Included in
that price is a lifetime support from a team of outstanding engineers.
The 4x1 HD Switcher allows four HDTV HDMI devices to be switched easily in to one
HDTV HDMI compatible monitor or projector. Simply connect your HDTV display to the
Switcher’s display output. The 4x1 HD Switcher can also be placed at the end of a long
HDMI cable to regenerate the HDMI signal.
Please Note:
This particular version only supports the video portion of the HDMI signal.
INTRODUCTION
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FEATURES
Features
• Switches easily between any four HDTV sources
• Maintains 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p resolutions
• Extends any DVI compliant device by regenerating the DVI signal
• Maintains highest DVI single link video resolution
• Supports DDWG standard for DVI compliant monitors
• Supports HDCP compliant devices
• Optional RMT-4 remote control
• DVI to HDMI cables are used to connect the DVI inputs and HD Switcher input
• Installs in seconds
Includes:
4x1 HD Switcher
4x 6’ HDMI cables (m-m)
5V DC Power Supply
RMT4-IR
User's Manual
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
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Connecting and Operating the 4x1 HD Switcher
How to Connect the 4x1 HD Switcher to your devices
1 Connect the supplied cables from the HDTV sources into the 4x1 HD Switcher inputs.
2Connect the cable from your display (monitor or projector) into the HD Out of the
4x1 HD Switcher.
3 Plug the 5V DC power supply into the 4x1 HD Switcher.
How to Control the 4x1 HD Switcher
Use the RMT4-IR remote control to toggle between sources.
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RMT4-IR Installation
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.

RS-232 Interface
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Binary Table
Input Binary
1 0011 0001
2 0011 0010
3 0011 0011
4 0011 0100
Terminal Settings
Bits per second ...................................................................................................... 19200
Data bits ......................................................................................................................... 8
Parity ....................................................................................................................... None
Stop bits ..........................................................................................................................1
Flow Control ............................................................................................................ None

SPECIFICATIONS
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Video Amplifier Bandwidth ................................................................................ 1.65 Gbps
Input Video Signal ......................................................................................... 1.2 volts p-p
Input DDC Signal .................................................................................... 5 volts p-p (TTL)
Single Link Range ............................................................................ 1080p / 1920 x 1200
Video Output .................................................................. DVI-I 29 pin female (digital only)
Video Input ............................................................................ HDMI Type A 19 pin female
Power Supply ......................................................................................................... 5V DC
Power Consumption .................................................................................. 10 watts (max)
Dimensions ............................................................................ 4.625”D x 9.25”W x 1.25”H
Shipping Weight ....................................................................................................... 6 lbs.

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 Inc. 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 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 fitness for any particular purpose,
all of which are expressly disclaimed.
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be
accurate. However, Gefen Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may
be 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 4x1 HD Switcher features and specifications is
subject to change without notice.
WARRANTY
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