8x1 DVI DL/SL Switcher EXT-DVI-841DL User Manual www.gefen.
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features / Package Includes 4 Panel Descriptions 5 Panel Descriptions, Continued 6 Connecting and Operating the 8x1 DVI DL/SL Switcher 7 RMT-8IR Remote Description 8 RMT-8IR Remote Installation 9 IR Remote Control and 8x1 Switcher Configuration 10 RS-232 Serial Communication Interface 11 Rack Mount Installation 12 Specifications 13 Warranty
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the 8x1 DVI DL/SL Switcher. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. Gefen Gefen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies.
OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE GEFEN 8X1 DVI DL/SL SWITCHER • The 8x1 DVI DL/SL Switcher will take any of up to eight (8) DVI dual-link or single-link resolution inputs and switch them, one at a time, to a DVI output device such as a display/monitor or projector. Resolutions can be up to 3840x2400.
FEATURES Features • Switches easily between any eight DVI-SL or DVI-DL sources • Maintains highest resolution dual link DVI • Supports resolutions up through 3840x2400 • Extends the range of DVI video up to 50 feet • Discrete IR remote control included • Serial RS-232 remote port for switching via automated control or PC • Supports DDWG standards for DVI monitors • Rack ears included Package Includes (1) 8x1 DVI DL/SL Switcher (1) RMT-8IR Remote Control (1) 5V DC Power Supply (8) 6-foot Dua
PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 Back Panel 9 6 7 8 4
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 External IR Port For connection of external IR extension device such as the Gefen IR Extender (part # EXT-RMT-EXTIR). 2 IR Receiver Receives IR signal from the handheld Infrared remote control unit included with the product. 3 DVI Signal Status LEDs 1-8 Provide visual confirmation of the currently selected DVI input signal out of the eight DVI input ports. 4 DVI Input Selector Push-button switch cycles the next DVI input 1-8 in a forward sequence starting again at 1.
CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 8X1 DVI DL/SL How to Connect the 8x1 DVI DL/SL Switcher to your devices: 1. Connect the supplied DVI cables from the DVI sources into the 8x1 DVI Switcher’s Inputs. 2. Connect the cable from your display (monitor or projector) into the DVI Out of the 8x1 DVI DL/SL Switcher. 3. Connect the included 5V power supply, then plug it into the wall. How to Operate the 8x1 DVI DL/SL Switcher: 1. Turn on the DVI display or projector first, then the video sources. 2.
8X1 DVI DL/SL REMOTE DESCRIPTION LED Indicator Input Selection Buttons The RMT-8IR remote control will allow the user to select which of 8 DVI sources will be displayed. Please use the information below when selecting the desired source for output to a display or other DVI video receiving device.
8X1 DVI DL/SL REMOTE INSTALLATION To use the RMT-8IR remote, remove the battery cover on the back of the remote to reveal the battery compartment. Insert the included battery into the open battery slot. The positive (+) side should be facing up. Ensure that both DIP (Dual Inline Package) switches are in the OFF position. Replace the battery cover. The remote ships with 2 batteries. One battery is needed for operation and the other battery is complimentary.
RMT-8IR REMOTE AND 8X1 SWITCHER CONFIGURATION How to Resolve IR Code Conflicts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls conflict with the supplied RMT-8IR remote control, changing the remote channel will alleviate this issue. The RMT-8IR remote control and the 8x1 DVI DL/SL Switcher both have banks of DIP (Dual Inline Package) Switches for configuring the remote channel that both units use to communicate. These settings must exactly match each other for proper operation.
RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL INTERFACE 12345 12345 6789 6789 Only Pins 2 (RX), 3 (TX), and 5 (Ground) are used on the RS-232 serial interface Binary Table ASCII Corresponding RMT8-IR Button 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 Binary 0011 0001 0011 0010 0011 0011 0011 0100 0011 0101 0011 0110 0011 0111 0011 1000 RS232 Settings Bits per second ................................................................................................. 19200 Data bits ........................................................
RACK MOUNT INSTALLATION Rack mount ears are provided for installation of this unit into a 1U rack mount space. 1. 2. 3. 4. Locate the side screws on the unit. Remove the front 2 screws that are located closest to the front of the unit. Using the removed screws, screw the rack mounting bracket into the unit. Repeat the procedure on the opposite side of the unit.
SPECIFICATIONS Video Amplifier Bandwidth:..................................................................165 MHz x 2 Input Video Signal:...............................................................................1.2 Volts p-p Input DDC Signal:..........................................................................5 Volts p-p (TTL) Single Link Range:...............................................................................1920 x 1200 Dual Link Range :.............................................
