Gomax SP-5108E User manual

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rev: 110304
Made in Taiwan
SP-5108E
User Manual
1x8 HDMI Splitter with EDID Manager

Safety and Notice
The SP-5108E 1x8 HDMI Splitter with EDID Manager has been tested for conformance to
safety regulations and requirements, and has been certied for international use. However, like
all electronic equipments, the SP-5108E should be used with care. Please read and follow the
safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to
the unit.
● Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
● Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, except where explained in this manual.
● Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
● Keep objects that might damage the device and assure that the placement of this unit is on a
stable surface.
● Use only the power adapter and power cords and connection cables designed for this unit.
● Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device
before cleaning.
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................... 1
FEATURES ................................................................................................................... 1
PACKAGE CONTENTS ............................................................................................... 1
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................ 2
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS ............................................................................................. 3
INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................. 4
CONNECTION DIAGRAM ........................................................................................... 4
HDMI PIN DEFINITION ................................................................................................ 5
NOTICE ........................................................................................................................ 6
WARRANTY ................................................................................................................. 8
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION
The SP-5108E 1x8 HDMI Splitter with EDID Manager allows you to distribute one HDMI/DVI video
sources up to 8 separate HDTV displays. This splitter offers the most exible solution by which the high
denition video and high quality audio can be transmitted to different local locations through HDMI cables
and also to the next stage over a long distance without degrading the quality. The cascade ability allows
pure digital video and audio broadcast station by station and therefore make extending HDMI compliant
video and audio anywhere feasible. In addition, EDID management can allow you to switch setting
between different EDID quickly and exibly.
FEATURES
● HDMI 1.3c and DVI 1.0 compliant
● Full HDMI 1.4 3D video support
● HDCP 1.2 compliant
● Wide Frequency Range: 25MHz~225MHz
● Video bandwidth: 6.75Gbps
● Supports conversion of HDMI signaling to DVI
● Resolution up to 1080p or WUXGA [1920x1200@60]
● Automatic EDID learning
● 4 DIP switch controllable EDID sets
● Supports x.v.YCC, x.v.Color & Deep Color
● Supports CEC bypassing communication channel
● USB rmware update for expanding compatibility
● Supports Dolby Digital, DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD audio formats
● Wall-mount housing design for easy installation
iAutomatic EDID learning will detect all the connected HDMI equipped monitors and
analyze all the content of EDID. The EDID with minimal resolution support will be the
reference EDID for incoming HDMI source players.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
● 1x SP-5108E
● 1x DC 5V 4A in-line with C7 power cord
● 1x User Manual

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name SP-5108E
Technical
Role of usage 1x8 Distribution Amplier (Splitter)
HDMI compliance High Speed HDMI - Deep Color & 3D support
DVI compliance DVI 1.0
HDCP compliance Yes
Video bandwidth Single-link 225MHz [6.75Gbps]
Video support Up to WUXGA [1920x1200@60Hz] & FullHD [1080p@60Hz]
Audio support DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital,
DTS, DVD-Audio, LPCM, SACD, MPCM
ESD protection
[1] Human body model — ±19kV [air-gap discharge] & ±12kV [contact discharge]
[2] Core chipset — ±2kV
PCB stack-up 4-layer board [impedance control — differential 100Ω; single 50Ω]
Firmware update Feasible via USB-port
EDID capacity Auto/4 Presets
Input TMDS signal 1.2 Volts [peak-to-peak]
Input DDC signal 5 Volts [peak-to-peak, TTL]
Input 1x HDMI [7.1ch audio & video]
Output 8x HDMI [7.1ch audio & video]
HDMI connector Type A [19-pin female]
USB connector Standard type-B [square shape]
Mechanical
Housing Metal enclosure
Dimensions
[L x W x H]
Model 204 x 92 x 27mm [8" x 3.6" x 1.1"]
Package 510 x 230 x 70mm[1'8" x 9.1" x 2.8"]
Carton 510 x 410 x 252mm [1'8" x 1'4" x 10"]
Weight Model 720g [1.6 lbs]
Package 980g [2.2 lbs]
Fixedness Wall-mounting case with screws
Power supply 5V 4A DC
Power consumption 6 Watts [max]
Operation temperature 0~40°C [32~104°F]
Storage temperature -20~60°C [-4~140°F]
Relative humidity 20~90% RH [no condensation]

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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
Rear Panel
1
2
3
4
5
1
HDMI IN: HDMI input source
2
HDMI OUT 1-8: for connecting to display through HDMI cable or through Cat-5e cable with our HDMI
over Cat-5e extender
3
USB: for rmware update use only
4
Power: Red light means power is on
5
+5V DC: connect to 5V 2A interlocking power supply unit
EDID Manager
8CH
2CH
1080p
720p
Preset
Auto

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INSTALLATION
Broadcasts HDMI signal to 8 HDMI displays!
1. Switch off all devices, including monitors.
2. Connect to the receivers.
3. Connect an HDMI source (such as a Blu-ray Disc player) to the HDMI In.
4. Plug in 5V DC power supply unit.
5. Power on the HDMI monitors.
6. Power on the HDMI source.
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
SP-5108E
HDMI Cable
Cat.X Cable
X8
Hardware Installation

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HDMI PIN DEFINITION
Type A (Receptacle) HDMI
Pin 1 TMDS Data2+ Pin 8 TMDS Data0 Shield Pin 15 SCL
Pin 2 TMDS Data2 Shield Pin 9 TMDS Data0– Pin 16 SDA
Pin 3 TMDS Data2– Pin 10 TMDS Clock+ Pin 17 DDC/CEC Ground
Pin 4 TMDS Data1+ Pin 11 TMDS Clock Shield Pin 18 +5V Power
Pin 5 TMDS Data1 Shield Pin 12 TMDS Clock– Pin 19 Hot Plug Detect
Pin 6 TMDS Data1– Pin 13 CEC
Pin 7 TMDS Data0+ Pin 14 Reserved (N.C. on device)
INSTALLATION
Broadcasts HDMI signal to 8 HDMI displays!
1. Switch off all devices, including monitors.
2. Connect to the receivers.
3. Connect an HDMI source (such as a Blu-ray Disc player) to the HDMI In.
4. Plug in 5V DC power supply unit.
5. Power on the HDMI monitors.
6. Power on the HDMI source.
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
SP-5108E
HDMI Cable
Cat.X Cable
X8
Hardware Installation

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NOTICE
1. While connecting a new monitor to the splitter, experiencing a short period of time no display may be
expected. Automatic EDID learning will analyze the newly connected monitor to see if the EDID for the
HDMI input is necessary to update!
2. For long range high definition HDMI transmission applications, please adopt CAT5/6 cable based
HDMI extenders.
3. Users need to install USB driver before applying rmware update process! Please search for “PL2303”
by Google and therefore use the most updated driver for your OS!
4. For rmware update through USB and since there are 2 independent microcontrollers in SP-5104E,
users MUST follow different steps to complete the rmware update! For some cases, users may need
to update both controllers, but in most of the cases, only one of them may need to be upgraded. For
normal uses, please do not connect USB cable to the USB port. Please also disconnect all the HDMI
source and displays to avoid any other possibilities to cause technical issues. A 2-pin DIP switch is
used for rmware update, and users can access this switch from the bottom of the unit. The following
table demonstrates the functionality that users can change through different pin combinations.
Pin ON ():
NO
Pin OFF ():
NO
Combination # Pin # 1 & 2 Functionality when USB is connected
1ON () - ON () MIC#1 enters updating mode
2ON () - OFF () MIC#1 enters updating mode
3OFF () - ON () MIC#2 enters updating mode
4OFF () - OFF () MIC#2 prepares to enter updating mode

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5. For updating the rst microcontroller, please set the pin 1 & 2 of the bottom DIP as the positions shown
in the above table. Then, turn off the power, plug USB cable connected to your PC, and then power
up the module! In this setup, the power LED indicator will NOT blink, and this is normal! Execute the
attached or download EPFlash.exe, and the following window will pop up. Click on “OpenFile” button
to direct to the new firmware HEX file, and keep PORT at USB 0! Meantime, keep “Program With
Verication” selected, and then click on “START” button on the bottom of the window! Wait for seconds
until the update process is completed! After firmware update is successfully accomplished, please
unplug USB cable and power off the splitter!
6. For updating the second microcontroller if necessary, please execute the attached rmware program
as below rst! After the “Firmware Writer” is executed, please set the pin 1& 2 of the bottom DIP as
Combination 4 in the above table to prepare to enter updating mode first. Wait for 1 ~ 2 seconds,
please set the DIP switch as Combination3. The “Firmware Writer” will load automatically the latest
rmware into the second micro-controller!

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WARRANTY
The SELLER warrants the SP-5108E 1x8 HDMI Splitter with EDID Manager free from defects in
the material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase from the SELLER or an authorized
dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order within 1 year warranty period, The SELLER,
at its option, repair or replace the unit, provided that the unit has not been subjected to accident, disaster,
abuse or any unauthorized modications including static discharge and power surge. This warranty is
offered by the SELLER for its BUYER with direct transaction only. This warranty is void if the warranty
seal on the metal housing is broken.
Unit 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 90 days from the day of
reshipment to the BUYER. If the unit is delivered by mail, customers agree to insure the unit or assume
the risk of loss or damage in transit. Under no circumstances will a unit be accepted without a return
authorization number.
The warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without limitations, any
other implied warranty or tness or merchantability for any particular purpose, all of which are expressly
disclaimed.
Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty. Customers outside Taiwan are responsible
for shipping charges to and from the SELLER. Cables and power adapters are limited to a 30 day
warranty and must be free from any markings, scratches, and neatly coiled.
The content of this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However,
The SELLER assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual. The
SELLER will NOT be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting
from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Also, the
technical information contained herein regarding the SP-5108E features and specications is subject to
change without further notice.