Key Digital Champion Series KD-1x2CSK User manual

HDMI
®
Distribution Amplifiers,
support Ultra HD/4K
The Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions™
Champion Series™
Operating Instructions
Key Digital®Systems :: 521 East 3rd Street :: Mount Vernon, NY 10553
Phone : [phone] Fax : [phone] Web : www.keydigital.com
Key Digital®, led by digital video pioneer Mike Tsinberg,
develops and manufactures high quality, cutting-edge
technology solutions for virtually all applications where
high quality video imaging is important. Key Digital®
is at the forefront of the video industry for Home Theater
Retailers, Custom Installers, System Integrators,
Broadcasters, Manufacturers, and Consumers.
Rev 0 – May 2014
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Introduction
Key Digital®Champion Series™ KD-1x2CSK/KD-1x4CSK HDMI Distribution Ampliers
are designed and engineered to offer the best in quality, performance, and reliability while
providing a cost effective HDMI distribution solution. Champion Series™Distribution
Ampliers are a transparent solution for all digital video/audio distribution applications
and support all HD and SD video standards, including 1080p/60 and Ultra HD/4K. KD-
1x2CSK/KD-1x4CSK Distribution Ampliers feature status-monitoring LEDs and support
for advanced HDMI features (3D & Ultra HD/4K).
About the KD-1x2CSK/KD-1x4CSK
›Digital Distribution: 1 HDMI Source to 2/4 HDMI Displays
›Resolution Support: Supports all SD, HD, and VESA (VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA,
UXGA) resolutions up to UHD/4K (4Kx2K/60[4:2:0], 4Kx2K/30/25/24[4:4:4])
»VESA: From 640x480p up to 1920x1200p
›Ultra HD/4K: 4K/2K video resolution support for 4K-capable televisions and commercial
applications such as Digital Movie Theaters, CAD, Post Production
›3D Ready: Capability to pass 3D stereoscopic signal formats
›EDID Control™: Internal library with 16 default EDID congurations for each input,
or auto EDID selection of display
›Hot Plug Control: Allows modifying HPD (Hot Plug Detection) protocol between
source and display.
›Lossless Compressed Digital Audio: Dolby
®
TrueHD, Dolby
®
Digital Plus and
DTS-HD Master Audio
™
›Deep Color Support: Up to 12 bits/color
›I2C Communication: EDID and HDCP transparency from Display to Source
›Licensing: Fully licensed and compatible with all HDMI and HDCP technologies
Accessories
›External power supply: 5V 1A (KD-1x2CSK); 5V 2A (KD-1x4CSK)
›HDMI Lacing Clips
›Operating Instructions
›Warranty Card
Table of Contents
Introduction ..............................................................1
Quick Setup Guide ........................................................2
Installation and Operation ...................................................3
EDID Control Settings ......................................................3
Hot Plug Control ..........................................................4
Specications ............................................................5
Important Product Warnings & Safety Instructions: ................................6
How to Contact Key Digital
®
.................................................7
Warranty Information .......................................................7
Always follow the instructions provided in this Operating Manual.
© 2014 Key Digital, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Installation and Operation
Before permanently securing the unit for nal installation,
test for proper operation of the unit and cables in
your system. It is recommended that you leave
enough ventilation space to provide sufcient airow
and cooling.
An optional HDMI cable clip (included) allows for a
secure connection of HDMI cables to KD-1x2CSK/
KD-1x4CSK units and helps prevent intermittent or
complete signal loss due to poor connectivity.
Active Input / Output LED Indicators
›The front LED indicators indicate that a valid HDMIconnection is made between
the KD-1x2CSK/KD-1x4CSK unit and each Input / Output.
EDID Control Settings
At times, your HDMI sources and display may not synchronize
properly. This is when EDID* control should be utilized.
KD-1x2CSK/KD-1x4CSK Distribution Amps feature an internal
library of default settings that ensure that your HDMI source’s
output is compatible with the display devices.
Please reset the unit by either unplugging and plugging the
HDMI connections, or via a power cycle for the new settings to
take effect.
Optional HDMI Cable
clip (included)
Rotary EDID Control Switch
Quick Setup Guide
›Step 1: Find a safe and convenient location to mount or place your
KD-1x2CSK/KD-1x4CSK unit
›Step 2: Begin with the KD-1x2CSK/KD-1x4CSK unit and all input/output devices
turned off with power cables removed
›Step 3: Connect your HDMI source to the input port of your KD-1x2CSK/KD-1x4CSK unit
›Step 4: Connect your HDMI displays to the output port of your KD-1x2CSK/
KD-1x4CSK unit
›Step 6: Connect power to the KD-1x2CSK/KD-1x4CSK unit
›Step 7: Power on input/output devices
DVD
Red-Ray
Audio
Audio
Audio
Audio
Audio
Audio
HDMI
Audio
HDMI
Audio
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
Display 2
Display 1
Display 3
Display 4
Speakers
Speakers
Sub-Woofer
Audio Rcvr.
Speakers
Speakers
Sub-Woofer
Display 4
Display 3
Display 2
Display 1
Audio Rcvr.
Display 4
Display 3
Display 2
Display 1
*To connect DVI, use appropriate HDMI to DVI adapters
DVI Video
DVI Video
DVI Video
DVI Video
DVI Video
Desktop PC
HDMI
KD-1x4CSK
EDID Control
KD-1x4CSK
EDID Control
KD-1x4CSK
EDID Control
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EDID Settings
›The default EDID is ‘00’--Copy EDID from output 1.
0Copy EDID from HDMI Output1 A4Kx2K@60, 2CH AUDIO
11080i, 2CH AUDIO B4Kx2K@60, DOLBY/DTS 5.1
21080i, DOLBY/DTS 5.1 C4Kx2K@60, HD AUDIO
31080i, HD AUDIO D1280x720p@60 DVI
41080p, 2CH AUDIO E1920x1080p@60 DVI
51080p, DOLBY/DTS 5.1 F3840x2160p@30 DVI
61080p, HD AUDIO
* EDID (Extended display identication data) is a
data structure provided by a display to describe its
capabilities to a source device
74Kx2K@30, 2CH AUDIO
84Kx2K@30, DOLBY/DTS 5.1
94Kx2K@30, HD AUDIO
Hot Plug Control
The KD-1x2CSK/KD-1x4CSK allows modifying HPD (Hot Plug
Detection) protocol between source and display. Modifying HPD
protocol will allow overcoming HPD handshake incompatibility
between source and display. Modifying HPD protocol may also
help x other problems related to HDMI connectivity. Forcing
HPD will also allow a source to output a signal even if no display
is connected/detected.
Specifications
Technical:
»Input: HDMI Connector, Type A, 19 Pin Female
»Output (Each): HDMI Connector, Type A, 19 Pin Female
»Bandwidth: TMDS bandwidth 10.2 Gb/s
»Deep Color Support: Digital video formats in Deep Color Mode up to 12 bits/color
»Compliance with HDMI Standards: Supports all versions of HDMI and HDCP
»Lossless Compressed Digital Audio: Supports Dolby
®
TrueHD, Dolby
®
Digital Plus
and DTS-HD Master Audio
™
»DDC Communication: EDID and HDCP Bi-directional Transparency from Display to
Source
»Power (KD-1x4CSK): 5 Volt DC @ 2 Amp, 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
»Power (KD-1x2CSK): 5 Volt DC @ 1 Amp, 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
General:
»Regulation: CE, RoHS, WEEE
»Enclosure: Black Metal
»Product Dimensions: KD-1x2CSK - 4.2” x 1.1” x 2.4”
KD-1x4CSK - 7.95” x 1.1” x 3.2”
»Shipping Dimensions: KD-1x2CSK - 6.3” x 4.2” x 3.35”
KD-1x4CSK - 9.8” x 4.5” x 3.35”
»Product Weight: KD-1x2CSK - 0.5 lb
KD-1x4CSK - 0.9 lb
»Shipping Weight: KD-1x2CSK - 0.7 lb
KD-1x4CSK - 1.5 lb
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Important Product Warnings:
1. Connect all cables before providing power to the unit.
2. Test for proper operation before securing unit behind walls or in hard to access spaces.
3. If installing the unit into wall or mounting bracket into sheet-rock, provide proper screw
support with bolts or sheet-rock anchors.
Safety Instructions:
Please be sure to follow these instructions for safe operation of your unit.
1. Read and follow all instructions.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Do not use this device near water.
4. Clean only with dry cloth.
5. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
7. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
8. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the device
has been damaged in any way including:
»Damage to the power supply or power plug
»Exposure to rain or moisture
Power Supply Use:
You MUST use the Power Supply provided with your unit or you VOID the
Key Digital®Warranty and risk damage to your unit and associated equipment.
How to Contact Key Digital
®
System Design Group (SDG)
For system design questions please contact us at:
›Phone: [phone]
›E-mail: [email protected]
Customer Support
For customer support questions please contact us at:
›Phone: [phone]
›E-mail: [email protected]
Technical Support
For technical questions about using Key Digital
®
products, please contact us at:
›Phone: [phone]
›E-mail: [email protected]
Repairs and Warranty Service
Should your product require warranty service or repair, please obtain a
Key Digital
®
Return Material Authorization (RMA) number by contacting us at:
›Phone: [phone]
›E-mail: [email protected]
Feedback
Please email any comments/questions about the manual to:
›E-mail: [email protected]
Warranty Information
All Key Digital
®
products are built to high manufacturing standards and
should provide years of trouble-free operation. They are backed by a
Key Digital Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Policy.
http://www.keydigital.com/warranty.htm
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