Wyrestorm SP-618 User manual

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SP-618 Quickstart Guide | 201103
UK: [phone] | ROW: 844.280.WYRE (9973)
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4K HDR 1:8 1U Rack-Mount HDMI Splitter with
Scaling Outputs, Audio Breakout & EDID Management
SP-618 Quickstart Guide
WyreStorm recommends reading through this document in its entirety to become familiar with the product’s features prior to starting the
installation process.
Basic Wiring Diagram
IMPORTANT! Installation Requirements
• Visit the product page to download the latest rmware, document version,
additional documentation, and conguration tools.
• Read through the Wiring and Connections section for important wiring
guidelines before creating or choosing premade cables.
• While this product supports CEC, WyreStorm cannot guarantee
compatibility with all forms of CEC communication.
In the Box
1x SP-618
1x AC Power Cord (UK/US/EU/AU)
1x 3-pin Terminal Block
1x 5-pin Terminal Block
2x Mounting Brackets with screws
1x Quickstart Guide (this document)
HDMI
RS-232
Control System
SP-618
AC
Mains
HDR Source
HDR Display
HDMI
HDMI
HDR Display
HDMI
HDR Display
HDMI
HDR Display
HDR Display
HDMI
Amplifier
Digtial Audio
KEY
HDMI
Control
Power
Digital Audio

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Wiring and Connections
WyreStorm recommends that all wiring for the installation is run and terminated prior to making connections to the switcher. Read through this section in its
entirety before running or terminating the wires to ensure proper operation and to avoid damaging equipment.
IMPORTANT! Wiring Guidelines
• The use of patch panels, wall plates, cable extenders, kinks in cables, and
electrical or environmental interference will have an adverse effect on
signal transmission which may limit performance. Steps should be taken
to minimize or remove these factors completely during installation for best
results.
• WyreStorm recommends using pre-terminated HDMI due to the complexity
of these connector types. Using pre-terminated cables will ensure that these
connections are accurate and will not interfere with the performance of the
product.
RS-232 Wiring
The device uses a 3-pin phoenix with no hardware flow control. Most control
systems and computers are DTE where pin 2 is RX, this can vary from device
to device. Refer to the documentation for the connected device for pin
functionally to ensure that the correct connections can be made.
3rd Party Device
Pin 1 TX (Transmit) ---> To ---> RX (Receive)
Pin 2 RX (Receive) ---> To ---> TX (Transmit)
Pin 3 G (Ground) ---> To ---> G (Ground)
WyreStorm Connector
Audio Wiring
This splitter contains audio connections for Analog Audio as well as S/PDIF
digital.
3rd Party Device
Pin 1 Left Positve (L+) ---> To ---> Left Positive (L+)
Pin 2 Left Negative (L-) ---> To ---> Left Negative (L-)
Pin 3 Ground (G) ---> To ---> Ground (G)
Pin 4
Right Positive (R+) ---> To ---> Right Positive (R+)
Pin 5
Right Negative (R-) ---> To ---> Right Negative (R-)
WyreStorm Connector
Tip: Signal (+)
Shield: Ground/Return (-)
Setup and Conguration
EDID and Scaling
EDIDs can be congured to request the correct content from the source device. It is recommended that you set an EDID appropriate to the maximum capability
of the source device then congure the video & audio output settings to match the connected TV, projector or AVR.
• When set to Auto-scale, the scaler will scan the EDID of the device connected to HDMI OUT 1, then dynamically adjust the output to the optimum
resolution.
• When EDID settings are changed, ensure the source device is connected but powered off, then power on once all DIP switches have been set.
• Ensure that a display or AVR is connected and powered on before copying EDIDs or the copy will fail.
• Power to the scaler must be cycled (Off/On) after changing dip switches in order for the setting to take effect.
EDID Switch Location
Setting EDIDs
1. Ensure the SP-618 and connected source devices are powered OFF
2. Set the desired switch conguration according to the illustrations below or
the EDID table which is printed on the base of the unit.
3. Power ON the SP-618
4. Power ON the source device
Manual EDID Copy
(front panel control)
3210
ON
1080i/60 2ch PCM
3210
ON
1080p/60 2ch PCM
(default)
3210
ON
1080i/60 5.1ch
Dolby/DTS
3210
ON
1080p/60 5.1ch
Dolby/DTS
3210
ON
1080i/60 7.1ch
Dolby/DTS HD
3210
ON
1080p/60 7.1ch
Dolby/DTS HD
3210
ON
2160p/60 4:2:0 HDR
2ch PCM
3210
ON
2160p/60 4:2:0 HDR
5.1ch Dolby/DTS
3210
ON
2160p/60 4:4:4 Static
HDR 7.1ch Dolby/
DTS HD
3210
ON
2160p/60 4:2:0 HDR
7.1ch Dolby/DTS HD
3210
ON
DVI 1280x1024 60Hz
| No Audio
3210
ON
2160p/60 4:4:4 Static
HDR 2ch PCM
3210
ON
DVI 1900x1200 60Hz
| No Audio
3210
ON
2160p/60 4:4:4 Static
HDR 5.1ch Dolby/
DTS
3210
ON
API managed EDID
3210
ON

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Troubleshooting
No or Poor-Quality Audio or Video (snow or noisy image)
• Verify that power is being supplied to the source and receiving device and
they are not in standby mode
• Verify that all HDMI connections are not loose and are functioning properly.
• Verify that the output resolution of the source and display is supported by
this splitter.
• If transmitting 3D or 4K, verify that suitable HDMI cables are being used.
No or Intermittent 3rd party Device Control
• Verify that the RS-232 cables are properly terminated following the Wiring
and Connections section.
Troubleshooting Tips:
• WyreStorm recommends using a cable tester or connecting the cable to
other devices to verify functionality.
Audio and Video
Inputs 1x HDMI In: 19-pin type A
Outputs 8x HDMI Out: 19-pin type A
Video Encoding Uncompressed 18Gbps
End to End Latency None
Audio Formats 2ch PCM | Multichannel: LPCM and Up to DTS-X and Dolby Atmos
Video Resolutions (Max)
Video Resolution HDMI
1920x1080p @60Hz 16bit 7m/23ft
3840x2160p @60Hz 10bit 4:2:2 HDR10/10+ 5m/16ft
3840x2160p @60Hz 12bit 4:2:0 Dolby Vision 5m/16ft
3840x2160p @50Hz 10bit 4:2:0 HLG 5m/16ft
4096x2160p @60Hz 8bit 4:4:4 5m/16ft
Supported Standards DCI | RGB | HDR10 | HDR 10+ | Dolby Vision | HLG | BT.2020
Maximum Pixel Clock 600MHz
Communication and Control
HDMI HDCP 2.2 | EDID | DVI-D supported with adapter (not included)
RS-232 1x 3-pin Phoenix connection
Power
Power Supply 100~240V AC 50/60Hz
Max Power Consumption 60W
Environmental
Operating Temperature 32°F ~ 113°F (0°C ~ 45°C) | 10% ~ 90%, non-condensing
Storage Temperature -4°F to ~ 158°F (-20°C ~ +70°C) | 10% ~ 90%, non-condensing
Maximum BTU 205 BTU/hr
Dimensions and Weight
Rack Units/Wall Box 1U
Height 44.4mm/1.7in
Width 438mm/17.25in
Depth 184mm/7.25in
Weight 2.17kg/4.80lbs
Regulatory
Safety and Emission CE | FCC | RoHS | RCM | EAC
Specications
Each HDMI output has its own corresponding scaling switch: HDMI output 1 is connected to switch
1, etc. The scaling function can be independently turned on or off for each output. Turn scaling on by
placing the switch in the down (1) position. To turn scaling off, place the switch in the up (0) position.
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
ON
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
ON

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Warranty Information
WyreStorm Technologies LLC warrants that its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a
period of ve (5) years from the date of purchase. Refer to the Product Warranty page on wyrestorm.com for more details on our limited
product warranty.
Note: WyreStorm reserves the right to change product specication, appearance or dimensions of this product at any time without prior notice.