IOGear GWHDMS52MB User manual

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User Manual
Long Range Wireless 5x2 HD Matrix Pro
GWHDMS52MB
PART NO. M1275

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Table of Contents
Important Information 4
Introduction 8
Package Contents 9
System Requirements 9
Overview 10
Hardware Installation 13
> Step 1: Setup the Transmitter 13
> Step 2: Setup the Receiver 14
> Step 3: Setup the IR blaster extender cable and IR sensor extender cable 15
> Step 4: Mounting the Receiver to a Wall (Optional) 16
Basic Operation 17
Advanced Operation 22
> Naming the Input Source Devices 22
> Pairing an additional receiver (Part# GWHDRX01) to the existing transmitter (optional) 23
Supported Resolution 24
Audio Bit Rate Support 25
Specications 26
Troubleshooting 27
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement 29
CE Compliance 29
Limited Warranty 29
Contact 29

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Important Information
Please take the time to read this user manual
before using the Transmitter and Receiver.
It contains important information about
operating your Full HD video wireless kit.
Our limited warranty applies when the
product is handled properly for intended use,
in accordance with its operating instruction.
However, the warranty may be void in the
following cases:
• Repair,productmodicationoralteration
have been performed by unauthorized
service personnel
• Damages caused by accidents, including
butnotlimitedto,lightning,water,re,or
moisture
• Use of an AC adapter not compatible with
the product and its voltage rating
• The model number on the product has
been altered, deleted, removed or made
illegible
Safety Precautions
Danger: Be careful with electricity.
• Power to the units must be switched
off before any work is undertaken, such
as any AV device connection or TV
connection.
• Power outlet: To prevent electric shock,
make sure to use the appropriate
AC adapters as power supply to the
transmitter and the receiver.
• Power cord: Be sure the power cord is
routed so that it will not be stepped on or
pinched by heavy items
• Power overloading: Avoid overloading
electrical outlets or extension cords which
otherwise could result in electric shock or
re
• Lightning: Disconnect the product from
the power source if it is left unattended for
a long period of time, and to protect the
product from lightning.
• Always disconnect the power cord from
the power outlet when you are not using
your Full HD Video wireless kit. This
reducestheriskofelectricshocksorre
• This product should not be exposed to
drippingorsplashing.Noobjectlledwith
liquids, such as vases, should be placed
on the product
• Object Entry: To avoid electric shock,
never stick anything in the slots on the
case or remove the cover
• Placereceiver/transmitteronaat,hard
and stable surface
• Ventilation: Do not block the ventilation
slots on the receiver/transmitter or place
any heavy object on the top cover.
• Blockingtheairowcoulddamagethe
receiver. Arrange components so that air
canowfreelyaroundthereceiver.Ensure
that there is adequate ventilation if the
receiver is placed in a stand
• Put the receiver/transmitter in a property
ventilated area, away from direct sunlight
or any source of heat
• Water Exposure: To reduce the risk of
reorelectricshock,donotexposethe
receiver/transmitter to rain or moisture.
• This is indoor solution
• Our company has the right to modify this
document without any notice
Warning
Warning!
RISK OF
ELECTRICAL
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL

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• Never use this product nearby an
aircraft or medical facility. It can cause
interference or undesirable effect on the
operation result
• Use of this product in the following
locations may result in abnormal video and
audio output (noise, blocked image... etc,).
1. Product installed in the walls made of
concrete
2. Product is situated near the refrigerator
ormetaltment
3. A cluttered room where the wireless
signals may be blocked
• This product has been tested and
manufactured to comply with each
country’s safety rules. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not
occur in some installation scenario. If
the interference happens, increase the
distance between the transmitter and
receiver
• GWHDMS52 may interfere 5GHz wireless
devices, such as routers or other wireless
devices. Therefore, if you have an 802.11n
router,congureittothe2.4GHzband
rather than the 5GHz band
• Optimal range between GWHDMS52
transmitter and receiver is between 2 and
20 meters within line of sight
Special Notice System Warning
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.

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CAUTION:
Using the System in the US
• Anychangesormodicationsnot
expressly approved by the grantee of this
device could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
• This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. this device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Canada, Industry Canada (IC)
Notices
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation
exposure limits set for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be
installed and operated with minimum distance
20cm between the radiator & your body.
Caution:
1. the device for operation in the band 5150-
5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce
the potential for harmful interference to
co-channel mobile satellite systems;
2. High-power radars are allocated as primary
users (i.e. priority users) of the bands
5250-5350 MHz and 5470~5600MHz,
5650~5725MHz and that these radars
could cause interference and/or damage to
LE-LAN devices.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this
radio transmitter may only operate using an
antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser)
gain approved for the transmitter by Industry
Canada. To reduce potential radio interference
to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not
more than that necessary for successful
communication.
Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure
Information
The radiated output power of the Wireless
Device is below the Industry Canada (IC) radio
frequency exposure limits. The Wireless Device
should be used in such a manner such that
the potential for human contact during normal
operation is minimized.
RF exposure warning
This equipment must be installed and oper-
ated in accordance with provided instructions
and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter
must be installed to provide a separation
distance of at least 20 cm from all persons
and must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter. End-users and installers must
be provide with antenna installation instruc-
tions and transmitter operating conditions for
satisfying RF exposure compliance.
This device is operation in 5.15 – 5.25GHz
frequency range, then restricted in in-
door use only, Outdoor operations in the
5150~5250MHz is prohibit.
This device is slave equipment, the device is
not radar detection and not ad-hoc operation
in the DFS band.

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French Translation
Canada, avis d’Industry Canada (IC)
Cet appareil numérique de classe B est
conforme aux normes canadiennes ICES-
003 et RSS-210.
Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux
conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit
pas causer d’interférence et (2) cet appareil
doit accepter toute interférence, notamment
les interférences qui peuvent affecter son
fonctionnement.
Informations concernant l’exposition aux
fréquences radio (RF)
La puissance de sortie émise par l’appareil
desanslestinférieureàlalimite
d’exposition aux fréquences radio d’Industry
Canada(IC).Utilisezl’appareildesanslde
façonàminimiserlescontactshumainslors
du fonctionnement normal.
Ce périphérique a également été évalué et
démontré conforme aux limites d’exposition
aux RF d’IC dans des conditions d’exposition
àdesappareilsmobiles(antennessont
supérieuresà20cmàpartirducorpsd’une
personne).
NOTE IMPORTANTE:
Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations:
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites
d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies
pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet
équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec
un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la
source de rayonnement et votre corps.
i. les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la
bande 5 150-5 250 MHz sont réservés
uniquementpouruneutilisationà
l’intérieuranderéduirelesrisquesde
brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes
de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes
canaux;
ii. De plus, les utilisateurs devraient aussi
être avisés que les utilisateurs de radars
de haute puissance sont désignés
utilisateursprincipaux(c.-à-d.,qu’ilsont
la priorité) pour les bandes 5 250-5 350
MHz et 5470~5600MHz, 5650~5725MHz
et que ces radars pourraient causer du
brouillage et/ou des dommages aux
dispositifs LAN-EL.
En vertu de la réglementation de l’industrie
du Canada, cet émetteur de radio ne peut
fonctionneràl’aided’uneantenned’untype
et un maximum (ou moins) Gain approuvé
pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Pour
réduire le risque d’interférence aux autres
utilisateurs, le type d’antenne et son gain
doiventêtrechoisisanquelapuissance
isotrope rayonnée équivalente (PIRE) ne
dépasse pas ce qui est nécessaire pour une
communication réussie.
This device has also been evaluated and
shown compliant with the IC RF Exposure
limits under mobile exposure conditions.
(antennas are greater than 20cm from a
person’s body).
IMPORTANT NOTE:
• In the event that these conditions can
not be met (for example certain laptop
congurationsorco-locationwithanother
transmitter), then the Canada authorization
is no longer considered valid and the IC
IDcannotbeusedonthenalproduct.In
these circumstances, the OEM integrator
will be responsible for re-evaluating the
end product (including the transmitter)
and obtaining a separate Canada
authorization.

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Introduction
Wireless HDMI
IOGEAR’s Long Range Wireless 5x2 HD Matrix Pro is the rst to send full uncompressed
HD 1080p, connects up to 5 source devices and allows you to switch and independently
select any source between 2 HDTVs.
The solution consists of a Wireless Transmitter and a Wireless Receiver with connections
for HDMI and Component, along with a loop through (local port) for an advanced 2 HDTV
set ups.
Wireless Matrix
The Long Range Wireless 5 x 2 HD Matrix Pro is setting a new standard in wireless
connectivity, exibility, convenience, and decor. The wireless matrix feature is the biggest
breakthrough in wireless A / V solutions today. This means you can watch cable TV in the
living room while the bedroom independently select a Blu-ray movie to watch wirelessly
at the same time. It’s capable of streaming Full HD 1080p with support for 3D content and
digital audio up to 200 feet away within the home or desired set up.
Infrared (IR)
Supports IR pass-through - Enables wireless control of your source devices and helps
consolidate your HD A / V electronics, such as a DVD / Blu-ray players, DVR / Cable boxes,
Game consoles and computers to design your own custom entertainment space.
Home Design
Take re-decorating, retrotting and designing to a new level of creativity and convenience.
Ever wanted to set up another HDTV in the Bedroom, Kitchen, Den or patio? Now you can
have the wireless HDTV, if you have power you can have HDTV. Set up the HDTV in the
back patio for the big sporting event while the kids play video games or watch a Blu-ray
movie in the living room!
The Long Range Wireless 5 x 2 HD Matrix Pro does not require a line-of-sight placement,
keeping home theater devices neatly out of sight, which enables a quick, simple, and exible
wireless HD or 3D A / V solution.

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Package Contents
1 x Wireless Transmitter
1 x Wireless Receiver
2 x Remote Controls w/ batteries
1 x Component Adapter Cable
1 x IR Blaster Cable (Transmitter)
1 x IR Sensor Extender Cable (Receiver)
2 x Power Adapter
1 x HDMI Cable
1 x User’s Guide
1 x Warranty Card
System Requirements
Display
•2HDTVs
•HDMIinputperHDTV
Media Source
•4HDMIoutput
•1Componentoutput
Cables
•HDMICables(1included)
•ComponentCable(notincluded)
•RCAAudioCable(L&R,notincluded)

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Overview
Transmitter
Top view
1. Source LEDs
These LED indicators lights solid green to show current input.
2. Source Selection Button
Press to switch the source inputs connected to the transmitter.
3. Power Button with LED Indicator
Press to turn the transmitter on / off. The indicator in the power button lights solid green
when the power is on, and turns red when in standby mode.
1 2 3
Back View
1. Power Adapter DC IN
2. IR OUT Blaster Extender Jack
Plug the IR Blaster Cable into the IR OUT jack of the transmitter.
3. Component IN (Optional)
Connects the Transmitter to source device Component port with the provided Adapter Cable.
4. HDMI IN
Connects the Transmitter to High-denition audio / video devices via an HDMI cable.
5. HDMI OUT
Connect to an HDTV via an HDMI cable.
6. Mini USB Port
For rmware upgrade purpose only.
1 2 3 4 5 6

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Receiver
Front View
1. Power Button with LED Indicator
Press to turn the receiver on / off.
The indicator in the power button
lights green when the power is
on, and turns red when in standby
mode.
2. Source Button
Press this button for Source device
input selection.
3. Video status LED
For video input status indication.
Please refer to page 16, section 7
for the detailed information.
4. Wireless status LED
For wireless link status indication.
Please refer to page 16, section 7
for the detailed information.
Video
Wi reless Signal
Source
Vi deo
Wi reless Signal
1
2
3
4
Back View
1. Power Adapter DC IN
Connect to receiver’s power adapter.
2. HDMI OUT
Connects the Receiver to an HDTV
via an HDMI cable.
3. IR IN
Available to connect IR sensor
extender cable.
1 2 3

POWER
OFF
POWER
ON
INFO
SOURCE
IR
OK
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Remote Control
1. Power on / Power off Buttons
Press Power ON to turn the Transmitter
& Receiver ON. Press Power OFF to turn
the Transmitter and Receiver OFF. When
both Transmitter & Receiver Power LEDs
are red, press Power ON to the receiver to
wake up both the Receiver and Transmitter
automatically.
2. INFO Button
Press this button to the Transmitter or
Receiver to display the On-Screen Display
(OSD) for system related information on
the HDTV.
3. Source Button
Press to select the audio / video source
inputs to the Transmitter or Receiver. Press
OK to switch to the source input selected.
4. Up and Down Arrow Buttons
Press to select the audio / video source
inputs for transmitter display. Press OK to
switch to the source input selected.
5. Left and Right Arrow Buttons
Press to select the audio / video source
inputs for receiver display. Press OK to
switch to the source input selected.
6. IR Button
Press to switch the IR Blaster frequency to
meet Source device’s requirement. It can
switch the IR Blaster frequency from Auto
to 38KHz to 56KHz recurring.
7. Battery Compartment
•Remove the remote control battery door
by pushing the bottom clip in and lifting on
the battery door.
•Place the two AAA batteries into the
remote control and replace the battery
door until it snaps in place.
2
3
4
5
1
6
7

IR Blaster
DVD Player
HD Cable Box Blu-ray Player
HD Gaming Box
Media Player / Server
HD Projector or HD Flat Panel TV
1
444
3
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5
6
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Hardware Installation
Step 1: Setup the Transmitter
Connect up to 5 Audio / Video Source Devices and 1 HDTV to the transmitter:
1. Connect the supplied power adapter to the DC IN jack on the transmitter and a wall
socket. The LED indicator in to POWER button lights green when it is connected to
power.
2. Plug in the provided IR blaster cable. Please refer to page 11, step 3A for the detailed
setup instruction.
3. Connect to a source device through the Component in by using the Component (YPbPr)
Adapter cable.
4. Connectupto4High-Denition(HD)Audio/VideosourcesviaHDMIINwithHDMI
cables.
5. Connect the transmitter’s HDMI OUT to the local HDTV’s HDMI IN port with an HDMI
cable.
6. Forrmwareupgradepurposeonly.

1
2
3
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Step 2: Setup the Receiver
HD Projector or HD Flat Penel TV
1. Connect the supplied mini USB power adapter to the DC IN jack of the receiver and a wall
socket. The POWER LED indicator lights green when the receiver is connected to power.
2. Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI OUT port on the receiver and to the HDMI IN port on
the HDTV (or and HD projector). Press the Source button on the receiver or the left or right
arrows on the remote to select the appropriate HDMI video input.
3. Plug in the IR sensor extender cable provided. Please refer to page 11, step 3B of the
Hardware Installation section.

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Step 3: Setup the IR blaster extender cable and IR sensor extender cable
The IR relays infrared commands from your remote control to your device. Users can control
their A / V devices by pointing their remote control to the receiver or IR sensor extender cable.
(IR distance from remote to receiver / IR sensor cable is 30 feet line of sight.)
A: Transmitter
1. Plug the IR Blaster cable into the IR OUT jack on the transmitter.
2. Apply the IR blaster head directly over the eye of the IR sensor on your HD audio / video
device. This allows the remote controls to your devices to work from another room when
using the wireless receiver.
B: Receiver
1. Place the wireless receiver out of sight
and use the IR sensor extender to control
your devices with the remote control.
2. Plug the IR sensor extender cable into
the IR IN jack on the receiver and place
the sensor on the front of the TV for
convenient operation.
Note:Insomeinstances,theIRsensoronyoursourcedevicemaybedifculttond.Tohelp
simplify this process, cut a piece of cardboard the same size as the front panel of your source
device and place a 1 inch hole in the middle of the cardboard. Power on your source device
and play a movie or other video content. Place the cardboard hold over the left side of the
source device and using the source device’s remote control directly over the cardboard hole,
press the pause button repetitively while gradually moving the cardboard hole from left to right
making sure to keep the remote control’s beam directly over the cardboard hole. Once the
source device recognizes the pause button being pressed, you have located the position of the
remote control IR sensor on the source device and that is where you will place the IR Blaster’s
sensor. The IR sensor supports 38KHz, 47KHz and 56KHz (NEC, RC5, RC6) remote signal
protocol.
IR Blaster Extender cable Blu-ray Player or DVR/Cable Box
Note: Transmitter and source devices connected to the Transmitter within the local location
must all be in line of site for IR control.

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Step 4: Mounting the Receiver to a Wall (Optional)
1. Refer to the drawing at the right that has a
relative position of the main holes that will
be needed to be drilled into the wall.
2. Drill two ¼” pilot holes.
3. Insert the supplied two Anchors into
the wall. If necessary, use a small
hammer to lightly tap the anchors
ushtothewall.
4. Insert two screws into the anchors.
Leave ¼” length for mounting the
Transmitter, 5/8” for the Receiver.
5. Place receiver main holes over the
protruding screws and slide down into
position

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Basic Operation
1. After the power adapter is plugged into the electrical outlet, the device will turn ON
automatically.
2. If the transmitter is in Power on mode (Power LED on the transmitter is green), press the
power button on transmitter and then the transmitter and receiver will enter the standby
mode simultaneously. You may also POWER OFF the transmitter with the remote control.
Please note that the HDMI out on the transmitter will always be ON even when the
transmitter is in standby mode.
3. Power ON all connected displays (i.e. TV, monitor, projector) and source devices (i.e. cable
box, Blu-ray player, game console).

HDMI IN HDMI IN
Y/Pb/Pr
Video
RGB
S-Video
HDMI
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4. During warm-up, the transmitter’s and the receiver’s wireless status LED will blink green
until the signal link between the transmitter and the receiver is established. It will take
approximately 15 ~ 20 seconds for system to fully boot-up successfully.
5. Ensure your TV or projector is in “HDMI input” mode.
6. WhentheGWHDMS52MBispoweredonforthersttime,theinputdefaultissetto
Source 1. Note that anytime a source input is switched, it will take approximately 15~20
seconds for the image to appear. There are 3 ways to switch between connected source
devices:

Note: Pressing “Up” or “Down” on receiver side or pressing “Left” or “Right” on transmitter side will not initiate
switching.
OSD Displayed:
HDMI IN HDMI IN
POWER
OFF
POWER
ON
INFO
SOURCE
IR
OK
POWER
OFF
POWER
ON
INFO
SOURCE
IR
OK
POWER
OFF
POWER
ON
INFO
SOURCE
IR
OK
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B. Remote Arrow Keys Switching
• Transmitter side: By pressing the
“Up” or “Down” arrow keys on the
remote control, it will pop up the
on-screen display and allow you
to cycle through each input. Stop
on the one you wish to watch and
it will switch to that direct input /
source device.
Receiver Source
Switch Left / Right
arrow buttons
Transmitter
Source Switch
Up / Down arrow
buttons
A. Press the SOURCE button on the top of the receiver or transmitter to switch the
source inputs until you see the desired video program being broadcasted from your
source device.
• Receiver side: By pressing the
“Left” or Right” arrow keys on the
remote control, it will pop up the
on-screen display and allow you
to cycle through each input. Stop
on the one you wish to watch and
it will switch to that direct input /
source device.
C. Remote Control Source Button: Press
the SOURCE button on the remote
control to directly switch between
connected input sources. Keep
pressing the SOURCE button until the
desired input source is selected.
SOURCE button

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7. If operation is normal, the POWER / Wireless status LED and Source Status LED will
glow in solid green. Please refer to the LED status table below that contains detailed LED
indicator and OSD descriptions for the transmitter and receiver:
Item / Mode Status
Description
Tx / Rx
Power LED
Tx/Rx Source
/ Video LED
Rx Wireless
LED OSD Display
Standby For power saving
mode. Static Red off off
Initial Boot
up / Warm
up
It will spend 15 ~
20 seconds for
system boot up.
Tx Blinking
Green
Rx Static
Green
Blinking Blinking
Searching
available
channels
Continuing search
available channels
If system can’t
establish link
over 80s after
initialization.
Tx Blinking
Green
Rx Static
Green
Blinking Blinking
Wireless
linked Mode
No input from
selected source
(Note B)
Static Green Blinking
(Quickly) Static Green
Video format not
recognized
(Note C)
Static Green Blinking
(Slowly) Static Green
Video format is
recognized Static Green Static Green Static Green -
Notes:
A. If the RF connection boot-up has exceeded 80 seconds and still not established a link
between the transmitter and receiver, it is due either to lost link or the transmitter is
most likely out of range. You may have to verify the range and adjust or shorten the
distance between your HDTV set with the transmitter and the receiver. The maximum
video transmission range for 1080p content is up to 200 feet in line of sight (LOS). The
minimum range is 6.5 feet.
B. Please make sure the source device has been powered ON and the signal output is set to
HDMI out; also try to re-plug the HDMI cable to make sure the HDMI connector is seated
properly.
C. If there is no video displayed and OSD display shows “Not Supported Format”, this is
an indication that the video resolution or frame rate from the computer is not supported,
please refer to page 20 to switch to a supported video resolution.
D. If you have more than one pair of this product, each transmitter and receiver should be at
least 6.5 feet away from one another.
4 levels
looping
Looping display
these two OSD
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