KanexPro SP-1X4SL18G User manual

SP-1X4SL18G
HDMI 2.0 1x4 Splitter with 4K to 1080P Down-scaling
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SP-1X4SL18G
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or operate this
equipment and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this equipment:
• Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock and injury to persons.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture or install this product near water.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
• Never push an object of any kind into this product through any openings or
empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts inside the unit.
• Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU if it is damaged.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any weight to be
placed upon it or any person walk on it.
• To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or openings in the unit
housing that provide ventilation and allow for sufficient space for air to circulate
around the unit.
Packing List
l 1x HDMI 2.0 1x4 Splitter
l 4x Plastic Cushions
l 1x Power Adapter (5V DC 1A)
l 1x User Manual
Note: Please contact your distributor immediately if any damage or defect in the components
is found.

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Product Introduction
Thanks for choosing the HDMI 2.0 1x4 Splitter, which can distribute one HDMI input to four
outputs. The splitter supports HDMI video resolution up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, 1080P 3D, and
multichannel audio formats. Besides passing EDID information from the display, there are
multiple built-in EDID settings can be selected by the 4-pin DIP switch on the front panel.
Moreover, the splitter supports convenient firmware upgrade through Micro-USB port.
Features
l Supports HDMI 2.0 and the video resolution up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4.
l HDMI input supports HDCP 2.2 and the outputs support HDCP Active or HDCP Passive
mode.
l Supports video resolution down-scaling, the 4K input can be automatically degraded to
1080P output for compatibility with 1080P display.
l 18Gbps high bandwidth.
l Advanced EDID management: multiple built-in EDID settings can be selected.
l Built-in equalizer for signal enhancement to avoid signal attenuation in transmission.
l Supports CEC pass-through.
l Provides LEDs to indicate the current operating status.
l Firmware upgrade by Micro-USB port.
Panel Description
Front Panel
① POWER LED: The LED illuminates red when power is applied.
② INPUT LED: The LED illuminates blue when there is HDMI input.
③ OUTPUT LEDs: The LED illuminates blue when there is HDMI output on the
corresponding channel.
IN 1 2 34FW
1 2 3 4
EDID
ON
OFF
1
0
123 4 5

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④ EDID: 4-pin DIP switch for EDID setting and HDCP mode selection. Please refer to the 5.1
EDID Management for more details.
⑤ FW: Micro-USB port for firmware upgrade.
Rear Panel
① INPUT: Type-A female HDMI input port to connect a HDMI source.
② OUTPUTS: Four type-A female HDMI output ports to connect HDMI displays.
③ DC 5V: DC barrel port to connect an AC power adapter.
DIP Switch Operation
EDID Management
The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) is used by the source device to match its
video resolution with the connected display. By default, the source device obtains its EDID
from the first connected display. Meanwhile, since the displays with different capabilities are
connected to the splitter, the DIP switch on the front panel can be used to set the EDID to a
fixed value to ensure the compatibility in video resolution.
The switch represents “0” when in the lower (OFF) position, and it represents “1” while
putting the switch in the upper (ON) position.
1 2
4
3
IN
123
DC 5V IN

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Switch 1~3 are used for EDID setting. The DIP switch status and its corresponding setting are
shown at the back of the product.
Switch Status
Video Resolution
Audio Format
000
Obtains EDID from the first detected display starting at HDMI output
1>2>3>4.
001
Obtains EDID from the first detected display starting at HDMI output
4>3>2>1.
010
1080P
LPCM
011
1080P
DTS/Dolby
100
3840x2160@30Hz HDR
LPCM
101
3840x2160@30Hz HDR
DTS/Dolby
110
3840x2160@60Hz HDR
LPCM
111
3840x2160@60Hz HDR
DTS/Dolby
HDCP Mode
Put switch 4 on “ON” position to select HDCP Active mode, or to “OFF” for HDCP Passive
mode.
Switch Status
Mode
HDCP
OFF (0)
Passive
(Default)
Automatically follows the display’s HDCP version.
ON (1)
Active
Automatically removes the HDCP content of HDMI output
1 2 3 4
EDID Setting
1080p DTS/Dolby
4K/30Hz LPCM
4K/60Hz LPCM
4K/60Hz DTS/Dolby
Default
1 2 3 4
ON
OFF
1
0ON
OFF
ON
OFF
1 2 3
Priority OUT 1 > 2 > 3 > 4
ON
OFF
1 2 3
Priority OUT 4 > 3 > 2 > 1
ON
OFF
1 2 3
ON
OFF
1 2 3
1080p LPCM
ON
OFF
1 2 3
ON
OFF
1 2 3
ON
OFF
1 2 3
ON
OFF
1 2 3
4K/30Hz DTS/Dolby

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for broader video solution.
Video Resolution Down-scaling
The product supports video resolution down-scaling, the 4K input can be automatically
degraded to 1080P output for compatibility with 1080P display, shown in the below chart.
Input
Output
#
Resolution
Refresh
Color
Space
Downscale
1080P Specs
1
3840x2160
60
4:4:4
Support
1080P@60Hz 4:4:4
2
3840x2160
30
4:4:4
Support
1080P@30Hz 4:4:4
3
3840x2160
24
4:4:4
Support
1080P@24Hz 4:4:4
4
3840x2160
60
4:2:0
Support
1080P@60Hz 4:2:0
5
3840x2160
30
4:2:0
Support
1080P@30Hz 4:2:0
6
3840x2160
24
4:2:0
Support
1080P@24Hz 4:2:0
7
3840x2160
60
4:2:2
Not Support
N/A
8
3840x2160
30
4:2:2
Not Support
N/A
9
3840x2160
24
4:2:2
Not Support
N/A
Firmware Upgrade
Please follow the below steps to upgrade firmware by the Micro-USB port:
1) Connect the splitter to the PC with USB cable.
2) Power on the splitter, and then the PC will automatically detect a U-disk named of
“BOOTDISK”.
3) Double-click to open the U-disk, a file named of “READY.TXT” will be showed.
4) Copy the latest upgrade file (.bin) to the “BOOTDISK” U-disk directly.
5) If the filename “READY.TXT” automatically turns to “SUCCESS.TXT”, the firmware was
upgraded successfully. If the firmware upgrade failed, please check the file (.bin) and then
follow the above procedure to operate again.
6) Remove the USB cable after firmware upgrade.

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Technical Specification
Video Input
Input
(1) HDMI
Input Connector
(1) Type-A female HDMI
HDMI Input Resolution
Up to 4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit
HDMI Standard
2.0
HDCP Version
2.2, 1.4 compliant
CEC
Supported
Video Output
Output
(4) HDMI
Output Connector
(4) Type-A female HDMI
HDMI Output Resolution
Up to 4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit
HDMI Standard
2.0
HDCP Version
2.2, 1.4 compliant
CEC
Supported
Control
Control Part
(1) EDID 4-pin DIP switch, (1) Micro-USB port
General
Bandwidth
18Gbps
HDMI 2.0 Cable Length
4K@60Hz 4:4:4 ≤ 5m, 4K@60Hz 4:2:0 ≤ 15m,
1080P ≤ 20m
Operation Temperature
-10℃ ~ +55℃
Storage Temperature
-25℃ ~ +70℃
Relative Humility
10%-90%
Power Supply
Input:100V~240V AC, Output: 5V DC 1A
Power Consumption
2.5W (Max)
Dimension (W*H*D)
142.0mm x 17.6mm x 70.4mm
Net Weight
260g
Note: Please adopt high-qualified HDMI cable fully compliant with HDMI 2.0 for reliable
transmission and connection.

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System Connection
The following diagram illustrates the typical input and output connection of the splitter:
1 2 4
3
IN
4K/60 Blu-ray
4K/60 Display
1080p Display
4K/60 Display
1080p Display
Down Scaling
Down Scaling
4K@60 4:4:4 HDR

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10. After-sales Service
If problems arise when operating the device, please refer to this user manual. Any
transport costs are borne by the users during the warranty.
1. Product Limited Warranty: We warrant that products will be free from defects in
materials and workmanship for three years, which starts from the first day the
product exits warehouse. (Make note of the serial number on the product)
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice MUST be
presented to obtain warranty service.
2. What the warranty does not cover:
• Warranty expiration.
• Factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product.
• Damage, deterioration or malfunction caused by:
• Normal wear and tear
• Use of supplies or parts not meeting our specifications
• No certificate or invoice as the proof of warranty.
• The product model showed on the warranty card does not match with the
model of the product for repairing or had been altered.
• Damage caused by force majeure.
• Servicing not authorized
• Any other causes which does not relate to a product defect
• Delivery, installation or labor charges for installation or setup of the product
3. Technical Support: Email or call our after-sales department if there are any
problems or any unanswered questions. Please inform us the following information
about your cases:
• Product version and name.
• Detailed failure situations.
Remarks: For any questions or troubleshooting please contact your local
distributor or email [e-mail] or call 888-975-1368

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11. Warranty
A. LIMITED WARRANTY
KanexPro ™ warrants that (a) its products (the “Product”) will perform greatly in
agreement with the accompanying written materials for a period of 36 months (3 full
years) from the date of receipt and (b) that the product will be free from defects in
materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 3 years.
B. CUSTOMER REMEDIES
KanexPro’s entire liability and Customer’s exclusive remedy shall be, at KanexPro
option, either return of the price paid for the product, or repair or replacement of the
Product that does not meet this Limited Warranty and which is returned to KanexPro
with a copy of customers’ receipt. This Limited Warranty is void if failure of the Product
has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication. Any replacement Product will be
warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period of 3 years, whichever is
longer.
C. NO OTHER WARRANTIES
To the max imum ex tent permitt ed by applicable l aw, KanexPro disclai ms all ot her
warranties, either express or implied, including, but not limited to implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a purpose, regarding the product and any related written
materials. This limited warranty gives customers specific legal rights. Customers may
have other rights depending on the jurisdiction.
D. NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
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To the max imum ex tent permitt ed by applicable l aw, in no event shall Ka nexPro be
liable for any damages whatsoever (including without limitation, special, incidental,
consequential, or indirect damages for personal injury, loss of business profits,
business interruption, loss of business information, or any other pecuniary loss) arising
out of the use of or inability to use this product, even if KanexPro has been advised of
the possibility of such damages

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