IOGear GHSW8441 User manual

Quick Start Guide
GHSW8441 / GHSW8481
PART NO. Q1529
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4/8-Port 4K HDMI Switch

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Package Contents
Introduction
System Requirements
1 x GHSW8441 / GHSW8481
1 x HDMI Cable
1 x IR Remote Control
1 x IR Receiver Cable (GHSW8481 only)
- HDMI output from source
- HDMI input to display
The GHSW8441/GHSW8481 4/8-Port HDMI Switch allows you to quickly
connect 4/8 HDMI sources to your HDMI display and easily switch
between them via front panel pushbuttons, RS-232 or IR remote control.
The front panel’s LEDs indicate the source device selected for the
display at a glance. The GHSW8441/GHSW8481 supports True 4K of
4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz (4:4:4), the newest resolution for high definition
displays; Auto Switching modes for auto port selection; Instant Switching
for a smooth video transition between HDMI ports with increased
efficiency; and features a built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial port that
allows the switch to be controlled through a high-end controller, PC,
and/or home automation/home theater software package.
1 x Power Adapter
1 x Quick Installation Guide
1 x Warranty Card

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HDMI IN
HDMI OUT
HD INPUT
Overview - GHSW8441
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6. HDMI Output Port
7. HDMI Input Ports
8. RS-232 Serial Port
9. On/Off Auto Switch
10. IR Extension Port
1. HDMI Input Port
2. Port Selection Switch
3. Port LEDs
4. IR Receiver
5. Power Jack
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1. Port Up/Down Buttons
2. Power On/Off Buttons
3. Port Selection Buttons
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IR Remote Control

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HDMI OUT
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Overview - GHSW8481
6. On/Off Auto Switch
7. HDMI Output Port
8. HDMI Input Ports
9. IR Extension Port
10. RS-232 Serial Port
1. Port Selection Push Buttons
2. Power Button
3. Power LED
4. Port LEDs
5. Power Jack
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HDMI IN
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11. Port Up/Down Buttons
12. Power On/Off Buttons
13. Port Selection Buttons
IR Remote Control
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1. Use an HDMI cable to connect to the HDMI input port of the video
display to the HDMI output port on the rear of the GHSW8441.
2. Use HDMI cables to connect to the HDMI output ports on the
source devices to the HDMI input ports on the GHSW8441. Three
HDMI input ports are located on the rear of the switch; the fourth
HDMI port is located on the front of the switch.
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Hardware Installation
Video Display Video Source

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3. To edit the GHSW8441/GHSW8481 system settings through
the RS-232 port for hardware or software configuration.
Hardware Installation (Optional)
4. You can use the IR Extension Cable (GHSW8481 only) to
connect to the IR port on the back of GHSW8481.
RS-232 Serial Interface
The GHSW8441’s built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial interface
allows for system control from a high-end controller or from a PC.

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5. Plug the power adapter cable into the Power Jack of the
GHSW8441/GHSW8481.
Hardware Installation

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Operation
Source Device Selection
The GHSW8441/GHSW8481 HDMI Switch offers a variety of methods
for source device selection from the front panel using pushbuttons, IR
remote or through an RS-232 serial interface.
Manual Selection
To select a source device, press the port selection button that
corresponds to the port that it is connected to.
Remote Control Selection
To select a source device with the remote control, press the number
button of the connected port.
Alternatively you can cycle through the available source devices by
pushing the Port Up or Port Down buttons of the remote control unit
Use the Port Up button to select the next available port in ascending
order (position from the left to the right of the front panel)
Use the Port Down button to select the next available port in descend-
ing order (position from the right to the left of the front panel)

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Operation
Powering Off and Restarting
If you power off the GHSW8441/GHSW8481, following the steps
below before powering it again
1. Power off the attached devices
2. Unplug the power adapter cable from the GHSW8441/GHSW8481
3. Wait 10 seconds and then plug the power adapter cable back in.
4. After GHSW8441/GHSW8481 is powered on, power on the
attached devices.