Gomax CV-5005H User manual

HDMI EDID Reader/Writer/Re-timer
User Manual
rev: 140321
Made in Taiwan
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CV V- -5 50 00 05 5H H
The CV-5005H HDMI EDID Reader/Writer/Re-timer has been tested for conformance to safety
regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all
electronic equipments, the CV-1001 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................... 1
FEATURES............................................................................................................................. 1
PACKAGE CONTENTS.......................................................................................................... 1
SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................. 2
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS........................................................................................................ 3
CONNECTION DIAGRAM...................................................................................................... 4
HARDWARE INSTALLATION................................................................................................ 5
OPERATION SOFTWARE..................................................................................................... 6
LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................................................................ 8

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INTRODUCTION
The CV-5005H HDMI EDID Reader/Writer/Re-timer is a device that can emulate the EDID
(Extended Display Identification Data) information. It stores and recalls a default EDID setting in
non-volatile memory and supports HDCP handshaking. CV-5005H allows your HDMI/DVI source boot
directly from EDID Reader/Writer/Re-timer, and users can detach HDMI equipped monitor at any time
while installing CV-5005H between HDMI/DVI source and monitor. It can also read and store the EDID of
your HDMI/DVI display and even let you modify the EDID and upload the modified EDID to displays.
FEATURES
Able to prevent PC from deactivating inactive HDMI/DVI ports
HDCP 1.1 compliant
Support HDMI Deep Color & 3D / DVI 1.1 compliant
Able to read and store the EDID of displays (monitors or projectors)
Able to overwrite the EDID into the EDID Reader/Writer/Re-timer or the HDMI displays
Built-in default EDID
Able to maintain HDMI/DVI video resolution
Re-synthesizes input HDMI stream and maintains or improves signal integrity.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
1x CV-5005H
1x 5V power supply unit
1x Installation software CD
1x User Manual
Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) is a standard data format that contains basic
information about a monitor and its capabilities, including vendor information, maximum image
size, color characteristics, factory pre-set timings, frequency range limits, and character strings
for the monitor name and serial number.
The information is stored in the display and is used to communicate with the system through a
Display Data Channel (DDC), which sites between the monitor and the PC graphics adapter. The
system uses this information for configuration purposes, so the monitor and system can work
together.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name
CV-5005H
Technical
DVI compliance
DVI 1.0 / HDMI Deep Color & 3D
HDCP compliance
Yes
Video bandwidth
Single-link 225MHz [6.75Gbps]
Video support
Up to WUXGA [1920x1200@60Hz] & UXGA [1600x1200@60Hz]
Input
1x HDMII
1x RS-232
Output
1x HDMI
HDMI connector
Type A [19-pin female]
RS-232 connector
DE-9 [9-pin D-sub female]
Flash EEPROM
256 byte [non-volatile]
Mechanical
Housing
Metal enclosure
Dimensions
[L x W x H]
Model
91 x 79 x 21mm [3.6" x 3.1" x 0.8"]
Package
40 x 200 x 75mm [5.5" x 7.9" x 3"]
Carton
420 x 400 x 300mm [1'5" x 1'4" x 11.8"]
Weight
Model
240g[8.5 oz]
Package
500g[1.1 lbs]
Fixedness
Wall-mounting case with screws
Power supply
5V 2A DC
Power consumption
4 Watt [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
Front Panel
1.RS-232: Connect to a PC for software operation
2.SOURCE: Link to a HDMI source in order to be the bridge between HDMI source and display.
3.MODE: Decide which mode CV-5005H is currently working at.
MODE:
0 - EDID Full-HD(1080p@60) - 24bit 2D video & 7.1ch audio
1 - EDID Full-HD(1080p@60) - 24bit 2D video & 2ch audio
2 - EDID Full-HD(1080p@60) - 36bit 2D video & 7.1ch audio
3 - EDID Full-HD(1080p@60) - 36bit 2D video & 2ch audio
4 - EDID HD(1080p@30)(1080i@60)(720p@60) - 24bit 2D video & 7.1ch audio
5 - EDID HD(1080p@30)(1080i@60)(720p@60) - 24bit 2D video & 2ch audio
6 = [Manual Mode] –Learning EDID from HDMI output manually
7 = [Serial Command Mode] –Software can access CV-5005H only in this mode
Rear Panel
4.+5V DC: Connect to a 5V power supply unit
5.Red LED: Power on/off indicator
6.Green LED: Green light means the EDID Reader/Writer/Re-timer is in the process of reading or writing
EDID
7.DISPLAY: Connect to a HDMI display
*To avoid initiating undesired errors during switching between modes (e.g. changing from Recording
mode to Connection mode might overwrite the EDID of the display in the EDID Reader/Writer by the
default EDID), please unplug the power supply unit before changing one of the above modes. Plug in
the power supply unit after you have changed the pin position of the DIP switch.
*The EDID Reader/Writer may not work on the monitors with EDID write-protection.
Please don’t plug DVI cable into PC-DVI connector when you are changing from one operation mode
to another.
CAUTION!
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CONNECTION DIAGRAM

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
1. Read the EDID from a HDMI display manually
1. Connect the display device to the EDID Reader/Writer/Re-timer via Monitor-HDMI port.
2. Plug in the 5V DC power supply unit.
3. Set CV-5005H to the mode 6.
4. The EDID reading sequence is done when the green LED lights off.
5. Switch the rotary switch back to mode 0 ~ 4.
2. Recall the EDID from a HDMI display via software
1. Set CV-5005H to the mode 7.
2. Connect the display device to the EDID Reader/Writer/Re-timer via Monitor-HDMI port.
3. Plug in the 5V DC power supply unit.
4. Connect the CV-5005H to the serial port of PC.
5. Click on “HDMI Monitor Reader” button to read the EDID information from HDMI display.
6. The EDID reading sequence is done when the green LED lights off.
3. Write an EDID to the HDMI displays
1.Set CV-5005H to the mode 7.
2.Connect the display device to the EDID Reader/Writer/Re-timer via Monitor-HDMI port.
3.Plug in the 5V DC power supply unit.
4.Connect the CV-5005H to the serial port of PC.
5.Click on “HDMI Monitor Writer” button to write the EDID information to HDMI display.
6.The EDID reading sequence is done when the green LED lights off.
*The EDID Reader/Writer may not work on the monitors with EDID write-protection.
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OPERATION SOFTWARE
1) Getting Started:
Your Computer’s System Requirements:
The software supports Windows XP consistently. Both Windows7 and Windows 8 are supported
after manually configuring the compatibility properties.
Windows7 and Windows 8: Please configure the compatibility properties manually.
Step1. Right-click the link for the software that you want to configure, and then click Contents.
Step2. On the Compatibility tab, click Run this program in compatibility mode.
Your Hardware Requirements:
Before running the software, please make sure the rotary switch is set to 7.
Start Software:
Step1. Setting
: Please click on the button to
choose COM Port. Following pop-up the “Successful”
message which indicates the connection setting is
automatically detected and connected.
Step2. EDID Source
: To select EDID source by loading
the file you saved.
/: To create EDID
source which users are capable of monitoring or
modifying.
/: To read EDID
info from the connected device/monitor.
Step3. EDID Management
/: To write
EDID info info the connected device/monitor.
: Make a quick analysis of EDID
information you process, which users are capable of
monitoring or modifying.
: To save the EDID information on
hard disk for your future reference.
*If you want to read EDID from a DVI display, please refer to Hardware Installation section.

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Create EDID from HDMI :
1. Click and wait for the
following message window, which users are capable of
monitoring or modifying.
2. Please click “Add” button for your chosen.
3. Finally please click “Confirm”button and then you will
see successful message.
Create EDID from DVI :
1. Click and wait for the
following message window, which users are capable of
monitoring or modifying.
2. Please click “Add”button for your chosen.
3. Finally please confirm “EDID content”then click
“confirm”button. You will see successful message.
Analyze:
1. Click and make a quick
analysis on the EDID information you process, which
users are capable of monitoring or modifying.
2. VIEW DETAIL: make a quick analysis on the EDID
information.
3. Edit: users are capable of monitoring or modifying
EDID.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
The SELLER warrants the CV-5005H HDMI EDID Reader/Writer/Re-timer to be 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 modifications 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 fitness 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 features and specifications of CV-5005H is
subject to change without further notice.