Gefen HD-241 User manual
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HD Switcher is a trademark of Gefen Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Features
Panel Descriptions
Connecting and Operating the HD Switcher
RMT2-IR Installation
Specifications
Warranty
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Congratulations on your purchase of the ex•tend•it HD Switcher. Your complete satisfac-
tion is very important to us.
Gefen’s line of HDTV switches, extenders, and splitters are designed to make your A/V
equipment use more comfortable, more productive and less expensive.
The HD Switcher allow access to multiple HDTV devices, using a single HDTV display
while the HDTV extender product line can extend the DVI video signal up to 1640 feet
(500 meters).
The ex•tend•it line offers solutions for noise, space and security concerns, data center
control, information distribution, conference room presentation, school and corporate
training environments.
Our Commitment
Gefen will always offer the finest quality product at the best possible price. Included in
that price is a lifetime of support from a team of outstanding engineers.
The ex•tend•it HD Switcher allows two HDTV DVI devices to be switched easily in to
one HDTV DVI compatible monitor or projector. The HD Switcher can also be placed at
the end of a long DVI cable to regenerate the DVI signal.
Notes
The HD Switcher will accept DVI or HDMI input signals and the output is DVI or HDMI
wiith a DVI to HDMI adapter.
The HD Switcher only supports HDMI in DVI mode (ie no audio pass through)
INTRODUCTION
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FEATURES
Features
• Switches easily between any two HDTV sources
• Maintains 480i, 480p, 720p, 720i, and 1080i, 1080p resolutions
• Extends any DVI compliant device by regenerating the DVI signal
• Maintains highest DVI single link video resolution
• Supports DDWG standard for DVI compliant monitors
• Supports HDCP compliant devices
• Optional RMT-2 remote control
• DVI to HDMI cables are used to connect the DVI inputs and HD Switcher input
• Installs in seconds
Includes:
2x 6’ HDMI cables (m-m)
5VDC Power Supply
RMT2-IR
The HD Switcher
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
Connects to
5VDC power supply
Connects to IR
extender
IR eye Indicates if port 1 or
port 2 is selected
Selects port 1
or port 2
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HDMI In 2
HDMI In 1 DVI Out
CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE HD Switcher
How to Connect the HD Switcher to your devices
1 Connect the supplied DVI to HDMI cables from the HDTV DVI sources into the HD
Switcher Input.
2Connect the cable from your display (monitor or projector) into the DVI Out of the
HD Switcher.
3Plug the 5VDC power supply into the HD Switcher.
How to Operate the HD Switcher
1 Use the front panel push button to switch between sources.
2 Alternatively, use the RMT2-IR remote control port to remotely toggle between sources.
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RMT2-IR INSTALLATION
1. Remove battery cover from the back of the RMT2-IR remote.
2. Verify that dip switches 1 & 2 are in the down (OFF) position.
3. Insert the battery, hold the battery so that you can see the positive side facing up. The
side that is not marked must be facing down.
4. Test the RMT2-IR remote by pressing ONLY one button at a time. The indicator light
on the remote will flash once each time you press a button. WARNING: Do not press
multiple buttons simultaneously and do NOT press buttons rapidly. These actions will
cause the remote to reset and steps 1-4 will have to be repeated.
Note: The RMT2-IR ships with two batteries. One battery is required for operation, the
second battery is complimentary.
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The optional IR extender allows you to
relocate your HD Switcher and still have IR
control of the HD Switcher
SPECIFICATIONS
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Video Amplifier Bandwidth ................................................................................. 1.65 GHz
Input Video Signal ......................................................................................... 1.2 volts p-p
Input DDC Signal .................................................................................... 5 volts p-p (TTL)
Single Link Range ......................................................................................... 1920 x 1200
DVI Input/Output Connector Type ........................................................................... DVI-D
HDMI Input/Output Connector Type ........................................................................ HDMI
Power Consumption ................................................................................ 15 Watts (max.)
Power Supply .......................................................................................................... 5VDC
Dimensions ............................................................................................. 4”D x 1”W x 4”H
Shipping Weight ....................................................................................................... 2 Lbs
Gefen Inc. warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material
and workmanship.
If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen Inc. is notified within one
(1) year from the date of shipment, Gefen Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace
the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical,
electrical, or other abuse or modifications.
Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the
current price of parts and labor in effect at the of repair. Such repairs are warranted for
ninety (90) days from the day of reshipment to the Buyer.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without
limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose,
all of which are expressly disclaimed.
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be
accurate. However, Gefen Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may
be contained in this manual. In no event will Gefen Inc., be liable for direct, indirect,
special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission
in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. The technical
information contained herein regarding HD Switcher features and specifications is
subject to change without notice.
WARRANTY
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