Gefen RMT-2-CAT5 User manual

RMT-MATRIX-444
& RMT-2-CAT5
USER MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction / Operation Notes
Features / Package Includes
Panel Layout - RMT-MATRIX-444
Panel Layout - RMT-2-CAT5
Using the RMT-MATRIX-444 / RMT-2-CAT5
RS-232 Interface
Warranty
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the RMT-MATRIX-444 and/or the RMT-2-CAT5.
The RMT-MATRIX-444 is a powerful tool that can be used with the EXT-DVIKVM-
444. It will allow you to remotely switch your sources. If your remote station is
located in another room, you can easily switch to another source by pressing
one of the four pushbutton switches on the RMT-MATRIX-444. This box easily
connects to the EXT-DVIKVM-444 by one CAT5e cable. You can use up to four
RMT-MATRIX-444 units with the EXT-DVIKVM-444 to have the ability to switch
at all four remote workstations.
The RMT-2-CAT5 now gives your Gefen 4x4 Matrix box the power of remote
switching. The RMT-2-CAT5, in conjunction with up to four RMT-MATRIX-444
units, will extend your ability to manage your sources at each remote display. It
will work with any of our 4x4 matrix untis listed below. Your remote switching is
easily setup by using one CAT5e cable from the RMT-MATRIX-444 to the RMT-
2-CAT5, and then connecting the RMT-2-CAT5 to your matrix switcher by using
a serial cable. You can now switch your sources at each display without ever
having to switch locally again.
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OPERATION NOTES
READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THE HOME THEATER SCALER
• The RMT-MATRIX-444 and RMT-2-CAT5 units are housed in a metal box for
better RF shielding.
• Industry standard Category-5 (CAT-5) cables are used to operate the
RMT-MATRIX-444 and RMT-2-CAT5.
• The RMT-MATRIX-444 is designed to work with the EXT-DVIKVM-444 or in
conjunction with the RMT-2-CAT5.
• The RMT-2-CAT5, with up to four RMT-MATRIX-444 units, will work with
these Gefen products:
EXT-HDTV-444N
EXT-HDTVKVM-444
EXT-DVI-444N
EXT-HDMI-444
EXT-COMPAUD-444

FEATURES
FEATURES
• Remote switching of sources on compatible products
INCLUDES:
RMT-MATRIX-444
(1) RMT-MATRIX-444
(1) 10ft CAT5e cable
(1) User manual
RMT-2-CAT5
(1) RMT-2-CAT5
(1) 5V 2 Amp power supply
(1) User manual
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PANEL LAYOUT - RMT-MATRX-444
Front
Top
RJ45 (CAT5e)
Ouptut
IR
Extension
RS-232 (Serial)
Output
Source LED indicator
IR
Receiver
Source Selector
Button
Back

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PANEL LAYOUT - RMT-2-CAT5
Back
Front
5V DC
Input
RS-232 (Serial)
Output To Compatible Gefen Product
RJ45 (CAT5e)
Inputs From RMT-MATRIX444

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USING THE RMT-MATRIX-444
USING THE RMT-2-CAT5
1. Connect a CAT5/6 cable between the RMT-MATRIX-444 and one of the
CAT5 ports on the rear of the DVIKVM-444N. The ports are labeled as RMT A,
B, C, and D and correspond with DVI out ports 1, 2, 3, and 4.
2. Use the contact buttons on the RMT-MATRIX-444 to switch between the
different inputs connected to the DVIKVM-444N. Switches A, B, C, and D
correspond to sources 1, 2, 3, and 4. Optionally, you can use a RMT-4IR
(infrared remote) in conjunction with the RMT-MATRIX-444 to switch inputs
from a distance.
1. Connect a CAT5/6 cable between the RMT-MATRIX-444 and one of the
CAT5 ports on the rear of the RMT-2-CAT5. The ports are labeled as RMT 1,
2, 3, and 4, which correspond with any of our matrixs’ 1, 2, 3, and 4 display
outputs.
2. Connect a serial cable (must not be a null modem serial cable) between the
RMT-2-CAT5 and the compatible Gefen matrix product.
3. Use the contact buttons on the RMT-MATRIX-444 to switch between the
different inputs connected to the compatible Gefen matrix product. Switches
A, B, C, and D correspond to sources 1, 2, 3, and 4 on any of our matrix units.
Optionally, you can use a RMT-4IR (infrared remote) in conjunction with the
RMT-MATRIX-444 to switch inputs from a distance.

RS-232 INTERFACE
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Binary Table
ASCII Corresponding
Display/Source
Binary ASCII Corresponding
Display/Source
Binary
1 1/1 0011 0001 9 3/1 0011 1001
2 1/2 0011 0010 a 3/2 0110 0001
3 1/3 0011 0011 b 3/3 0110 0010
4 1/4 0011 0100 c 3/4 0110 0011
5 2/1 0011 0101 d 4/1 0110 0100
6 2/2 0011 0110 e 4/2 0110 0101
7 2/3 0011 0111 f 4/3 0110 0110
8 2/4 0011 1000 g 4/4 0110 0111
RS232 Settings
Bits per second ..................................................................................................19200
Data bits .................................................................................................................... 8
Parity .................................................................................................................. None
Stop bits .....................................................................................................................1
Flow Control ....................................................................................................... None
The RMT-MATRIX-444 has a RS-232 serial port for control by external serial
devices. Use the table below to setup your external serial control device.