SIIG 1x8 HDMI 1.3 Distribution Amplifier User manual

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1x8 HDMI 1.3 Distribution
Amplifier
Quick Installation Guide
04-0583A
Introducingthe1x8HDMIDistribution Amplifier
The1x8HDMI 1.3 DistributionAmplifier provides themost
cost effective and advanced HDMI splitter solution by
which high definition video and high quality audio can
be transmitted to 8 different locations without losing
quality.
FeaturesandBenefits
• Splits HDMI video/audio signals from one HMDI
source to eight HDMI displays
• HDMI 1.3c and HDCP compliant
• DVI 1.1 compliant
• Supports Deep Color and xvYCC color space
• Video bandwidth: 6.7Gbps (single-link 225MHz)
• Auto EDID learning
• Resolution: up to 1080p or WUXGA (1920x1200 @
60Hz)
PackageContents
•1x8 HDMI 1.3 Distribution Amplifier
• Power adapter (5V)
• 2x Rack-mounting ears
• Screw kit
• Quick installation guide

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Layout
Figure 1: Back Panel
•Port LED: There are 9 green LEDs - one for each
HDMI port. When the connected HDMI device is
verified as HDMI and HDCP compliant, the
corresponding green LED will blink
•HDMI In: Connect your HDMI source here
•HDMI Out (1-8): Connect your HDMI display here
•USB: For firmware update use only
•Power LED: When power is on, the LED will blink
•DC In: Power jack for 5V/2A DC power adapter
Hardware Installation
Broadcast HDMI signal to 8 remote displays.
1. Switch off all devices, including displays.
2. Connect your HDMI source (such as a Blu-ray DVD
player) to the HDMI In.
3. Connectyour HDMI display(s)to the HDMI Out(s).
4. Plug in 5V 4A DC power supply.
5. Power on all devices.
DC In
HDMI Out USB
Power Indicator
HDMI In
Port
LED
HDMI Out

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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’sOnline Support hasanswers! Simplyvisit our
web site at www.siig.com and click Support. Our online support
database is updated daily with new drivers and solutions. Answers
toyour questions couldbe just afew clicks away. Youcan also submit
questions online and a technical support analysts will promptly
respond.
SIIGoffersa 3-year manufacturerwarranty with this product. Please
see our web site for more warranty details. If you encounter any
problems with this product, please follow the procedures below.
A) If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the
product to the store where you purchased from.
B) Ifyourpurchase haspassedthe store's returnpolicy period, please
follow these steps to have the product repaired or replaced.
Step 1: Submit your RMA request.
Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a
request to SIIG RMA. If the product is determined to be
defective, an RMA number will be issued.
Step 2: After obtaining an RMA number, ship the product.
•Properly pack the product for shipping. All software, cable(s)
and any other accessories that came with the original package
must be included.
•Clearly write your RMA number on the top of the returned
package. SIIG will refuse to accept any shipping package, and
will not be responsible for a product returned without an
RMA number posted on the outside of the shipping carton.
•You are responsible for the cost of shipping. Ship the product
to the following address:
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
RMA #:
•SIIG will ship the repaired or replaced product via Ground
in the U.S. and International Economy outside of the U.S. at
no cost to the customer.

1x8HDMI1.3Distribution Amplifieris atrademark ofSIIG, Inc. SIIGand theSIIG logoare registered
trademarks of SIIG, Inc. Other names used in this publication are for identification only and may be
trademarksof theirrespective companies.
August, 2009 Copyright © 2009 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.
About SIIG, Inc.
Foundedin1985,SIIG,Inc. isaleadingcomputerupgrademanufacturer
of I/O connectivity products, including PCIe, PCI & ISA serial and
parallel ports, USB, Serial ATA & UltraATA controllers, FireWire
(1394a/b),networking, soundcards, andotheraccessories. SIIG isthe
premier one-stop source of upgrades.
SIIGproducts offercomprehensive usermanuals, manyuser-friendly
features, and are backed by an extensive manufacturer warranty.
High-quality control standards are evident by the overall ease of
installation and compatibility of our products, as well as one of the
lowest defective return rates in the industry. SIIG products can be
found in computer retail stores, mail order catalogs, through major
distributors, system integrators, and VARs in the Americas and the
UK, and through e-commerce sites.
PRODUCT NAME
1x8 HDMI 1.3 Distribution Amplifier
FCC RULES: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15, CLASS
B OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCCCOMPLIANCESTATEMENT:
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.
THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCT COMPLIANCE
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538-3152, USA
Phone: [phone]