Octava HDDA38 User manual

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Installation Guide
Model: HDDA38

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Contents
Application Diagram........................................................ 3
Installation....................................................................... 3
Cascading 3x8 Amp........................................................ 3
Configuring Smart ScanTM................................................ 4
Description...................................................................... 4
Features.......................................................................... 5
Remote Control Guide.................................................... 7
RS-232 Control Commands............................................ 8
USB Service Port............................................................ 8
EDID Configuration......................................................... 9
Changing EDID mode................................................... 10
1 RU Rackmount .......................................................... 12
Disabling / Enabling IR Remote Control Reciver .......... 13
Cascade Diagram......................................................... 14
Warranty....................................................................... 15
Disclaimers................................................................... 15
Specifications..................................................................16

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Application Diagram
Installation:
1) Connect the Monitors to the HDMI OUT ports
2) Connect the HDMI sources to the HDMI INPUTS
3) Connect the DC power adapter
Cascading 3x8 Amp:
The 3x8 HD distribution amp can be cascaded to distribute to more
than 8 displays.
For best performance when cascading amps, please connect
using the port labeled "cascade" (see page 14 for cascade
diagram)

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Configuring Smart ScanTM:
The Smart Scan is disabled before shipment. It is recommended to
keep Smart Scan disabled in most applications.
To enable Smart ScanTM
1) Press and hold select button for 5 seconds until LED strobe.
To disable Smart ScanTM
1) Re-power the HDDA38 and the HDDA38 will reset with
Smart Scan disabled.
Description:
The Octava 3x8 HD Distribution Amp is designed for Professional HD
installations requiring multiple HD displays. The 3x8 HDMI distribution
amplifier includes 3 HDMI source inputs and 8 HDMI outputs. The 3x8
HDMI Distribution Amplifier can be used in standalone application to
distribute HDMI video and audio to 8 HD displays or cascaded to
create large HD display centers requiring more than 8 HD displays.
The Pro Series HDDA38 provide 3D support, Full 1080P, and is 1
RU Rack mountable for professional installations. In addition, the
HDDA38 incorporates sophisticated EDID management and USB
service port for customization. RS-232 serial interface is provided for
integrating with 3rd party control systems.
LED Strobe
#2
#1
Press and hold
5 seconds

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Features:
1080P resolution
3D Support
3HDMI inputs, 8HDMI outputs.
Cascadeable
Wall Mount or 1 RU mountable ( rack mount included)
EDID Management, USB service port for customization
needs.
RS-232 control
Supports high resolution video 480p, 720i/p, 1080i/p
RS-232 Control Program Included

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Infrared
Jack
Infrared Detector
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Switch
Number
1
2
3
4
5
Name
EDID
switch
EDID
switch
EDID
switch
EDID
switch
LOCK
switch
Function
EDID
MODE
select
EDID
MODE
select
EDID
MODE
select
EDID
MODE
select
Lock
settings.
Down=
Unlocked
Up=
Locked
Input Source LED
Manual
Input Select
HDMI output
(To TV)
HDMI
Sources
HDMI output
(To TV)
RS232
DC Power Input
EDID Switch
CASCADE
USB
Front View
Back View

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Pressing +/-
Increments/Decrements to
the next available Source.
Remote Control Guide:
Octava’s Remote control uses discrete code so can be easily
integrated with most Universal Remote Controls such as Logitech’s
Harmony.
Button
Function
Notes
+, -
Increments/Decrements to the next
available Source
1,2,3
Selects the corresponding numbered
source.
Turns ON/OFF the LED light.
Turns ON/OFF the HDDA38.
Other
Not used
Pressing ON/OFF
Turns On/Off the
HDDA38
Pressing LED
Turns on/off the
Blue LED light.
Pressing 1,2,3
Selects the
corresponding
numbered source.

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RS-232 Control Commands:
The Octava 3x8 HD Distribution Amp can be easily integrated with
3rd Party control systems via RS-232 control. The following shows
the control protocol for controlling the HDDA38.
RS-232 protocol
Baud Rate
9600
Data Bits
8
Parity Check
none
Stop Bits
1
Flow control
none
Basic controls
Note: The commands are in HEX. No spaces between HEX codes.
HEX CODE
Port Status
0x02 0x30 0x31 0x03
Turn ON LED
0x02 0x30 0x33 0x03
Turn OFF LED
0x02 0x30 0x34 0x03
Turn ON Power
0x02 0x30 0x35 0x03
Turn OFF Power
0x02 0x30 0x36 0x03
Turn ON Smart Scan
0x02 0x30 0x37 0x03
Turn OFF Smart Scan
0x02 0x30 0x38 0x03
Switching Commands
Note: The commands are in HEX. No spaces between HEX codes.
HEX CODE
Select OUTPUT to Input port 1
0x02 0x32 0x31 0x03
Select OUTPUT to Input port 2
0x02 0x32 0x32 0x03
Select OUTPUT to Input port 3
0x02 0x32 0x33 0x03
Example: To turn off LED. Send Command:
02 30 34 03( in Hex)
Set the switch to RS-232 side
as shown.

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USB Service Port:
The USB port is for service and EDID updates if needed.
Contact us for this feature.
Set the switch to
USB/Service side as shown.
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EDID Configuration:
The HDDA38 can be configured to 4 EDID settings.
It is recommended to keep the EDID in the default factory mode 1.
*Custom EDID mode can be downloaded via USB. Contact us for this
feature.
To change the EDID settings, please see section “changing EDID
settings” for programming instructions.
Mode
Video
Audio
Description
Switch settings
1
480P,720 I/P,
1080 I/P
2 Ch PCM,
Bitstream
(Dolby
Digital, DTS)
Default
Mode.
Internal EDID
2
Read EDID of
all monitors /
receivers and
set: Video=
Minimum
Resolution of
devices
connected.
Read EDID
of all
monitors /
receivers and
set:
AUDIO =
Maximum
capability of
devices
connected
External
EDID
3
480P,720 I/P,
1080 I
2 CH PCM
Basic Mode.
Internal
EDID
4
480P, 720
I/P, 1080 I/P,
+ 3D specifier
2 CH PCM,
Bitstream
(Dolby
Digital, DTS)
3D Mode.
Internal EDID
*Custom
Mode

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Changing EDID mode:
It is recommended to keep the EDID in the factory default MODE1.
If necessary, you may set to different EDID mode by following these
instructions.
Step
Action
LED Indictor
Notes
1
Disconnect all sources and
display from HDDA38
2
Set switch 1,2,3,4,5 to
down position as shown
3
Set the EDID to the mode
desired. (MODE 2 shown.)
See page 10 for
other EDID
modes)
4
Reset Power to the
HDDA38 by disconnecting
the power and
reconnecting power.
.
5
The LED will now indicate
the EDID Mode that you
will program.(mode 2
shown)
LED will flash:
1=Mode 1
2=Mode 2
3=Mode 3
1,3=Mode 4

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6
Press the
button on the front
panel. LED will flash
for ~2 min while
programming.
Programming
will take ~2
minutes.
LED will flash
while
programming.
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Wait.
Programming is
complete when LED
indicates “1”
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Set to LOCK
Position
9
Connect all video
sources and
displays and turn
ON
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Re-power the
HDDA38

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1 RU Rackmount:
The Octava 3x8 HD Distribution Amp can be installed in a 1 RU rack
by simply installing the rack mounts included.
Disabling / Enabling IR Remote Control Receiver:
To disable the front panel IR remote receiver - insert the plastic plug
into the IR jack as shown.
IR disabled IR enabled

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Cascade Diagram:
HDMI Sources

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Warranty
Octava warrants the equipment purchased to be free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 1
year. In the event applicable law imposes any implied warranties, the
implied warranty period is limited to 1 year from the date of receipt.
If Octava's equipment fails because of defects (1) year from the date of
receipt, Octava will at its option, A) repair or replace the equipment, or B)
request return of equipment for refund of the price paid for the product
provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical,
electrical or other abuse or modifications.
Proof of sale required to claim warranty.
Disclaimers
IN NO EVENT SHALL OCTAVA'S OR ITS SUPPLIER’S LIABILITY FOR
ANY CLAIM WHATSOEVER EXCEED THE COST OF THE PRODUCTS
GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, INDEMNITY OR TORT (INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY) OR OTHERWISE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL OCTAVA INC. OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER
INDIRECT DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF
REVENUES, PROFITS OR OPPORTUNITIES), HOWEVER CAUSED, ON
ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER OR NOT OCTAVA INC HAS
BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
WHILE EVERY PRECAUTION HAS BEEN TAKEN IN THE
PREPARATION OF THIS MANUAL, OCTAVA ASSUMES
NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS. IN NO
EVENT WILL OCTAVA ASSUME ANY LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THEINFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN.
OCTAVA RESERVES THE RIGHTTO CHANGE THE SPECIFICATIONS,
FUNCTIONS OR CIRCUITRY OFTHE PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE.

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Description
Specifications
Model
HDDA38
HDMI Inputs
3
HDMI Outputs
8
RS-232 control port
1
Display Selection
Remote, Manual, Smart Scan
Video Resolution
480 P, 720 I/P, 1080 I/P
Video Data Rate
6.75 Gbps
Vertical Frequency Scan Rate
24/50/60 Hz
Dimension
17.29 x 4.71 x 1.80 inch
(439.2 x 119.7 x 45.8mm)
DC adapter (included)
5VDC, 2.5A
Rackmount capable
1RU, Rack mounts included
Remote control (IR)
Infrared, Discrete code
For Questions and support:
Email: [email protected]m
URL: www.octavainc.com
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