Page 2 - :8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K; Important Safety Instructions; ii; GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K Important Safety Instructions ii GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this product near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation o...
Page 3 - Warranty Information; PRODUCT REGISTRATION; iii
1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K Warranty Information Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified within two (2) years from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or r...
Page 4 - Contacting Gefen Technical Support; iv
iv 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K Gefen, LLC c/o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St. Chatsworth, CA 91311 Telephone: (818) 772-9100 (800) 545-6900 Fax: (818) 772-9120 Email: [email protected] Visit us on the Web: www.gefentoolbox.com Technical Support Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday,...
Page 5 - vv; GSDI Audio Embedder; Operating Notes
vv 3GSDI Audio Embedder • The 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K has advanced EDID management features to ensure complete compatibility with all sources and display devices. See Setting the EDID Mode for more information. • The 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K automatically detects the presence of Deep Colo...
Page 6 - Features; Packing List; Features and Packing List
vi Features • Simultaneously displays an Ultra Hi-Def source on up to eight Ultra HD displays • Supports resolutions up to Ultra HD 4K x 2K (3840 x 2160 @ 30Hz) and 1080p Full HD • Supports 12-bit Deep Color • 3DTV pass-through • Lip Sync pass-through • FST Technology speeds up HDCP authentication p...
Page 8 - Table of Contents; viii; Getting Started
3GSDI Audio Embedder 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K Table of Contents viii 01 Getting Started Panel Layout ......................................................................................................... 2Installation .............................................................................
Page 11 - Splitter for; 1 Getting Started
1 8 SOURCE DISPLAYS : Splitter for HDMI with Ultra HD 4K x 2K support 01 Getting Started Panel Layout ......................................................................................................... 2Installation .................................................................................
Page 12 - Panel Layout
page | 2 (Black finish shown) Getting Started Panel Layout 1 2 3 4 5 8 6 7
Page 14 - Installation; In; Out; Sample Wiring Diagram; Gefen
Page Title page | 4 Getting Started Installation Connecting the 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K 1. Use the included HDMI cable to connect the Ultra Hi-Def source to the In port on the splitter. 2. Connect up to eight Ultra Hi-Def displays to the Out (1 - 8) ports on the splitter. 3. Connect the includ...
Page 17 - 2 Operating the
1 8 SOURCE DISPLAYS : Splitter for HDMI with Ultra HD 4K x 2K support 02 Operating the 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K Setting the Switching Mode ................................................................................... 8 What is Fast Switching Technology? ......................................
Page 18 - What is Fast Switching Technology?; Using Fast Mode; FST; Operating the 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K; Setting the Switching Mode; Fast
page | 8 What is Fast Switching Technology? Fast Switching Technology (FST) is a Gefen software implementation for HDMI products. FST was created to improve the lengthy HDMI authentication process, based on the HDMI and HDCP specifications. FST provides quicker audio/video source switching and great...
Page 19 - Using Slow Mode; Slow
page | 9 Using Slow Mode When set to slow switching mode , the 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K will follow the standard authentication process, based on the HDMI and HDCP specifications. Slow mode is recommended when the source does not support multiple devices. 1. Disconnect the power supply from the...
Page 20 - Using 2-Channel Audio; Setting the Audio Channel Mode
page | 10 The 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K features a switch that will switch between 2-channel and multichannel audio output. Using 2-Channel Audio Use this audio mode when all displays (and/or other sink devices) support only 2-channel LPCM audio. 1. Disconnect the power supply from the splitter ...
Page 21 - Using Multichannel Audio
page | 11 Using Multichannel Audio Use this audio mode when the connected displays (and/or other sink devices) are capable of supporting various audio formats. 1. Disconnect the power supply from the splitter. 2. Set the EDID switch to the Int position. 3. Set the Audio switch to the Multi-ch positi...
Page 22 - Using the Internal EDID; EDID; Int
page | 12 The 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K features EDID Management. Before the source can send video and/or audio to the display (sink), the source reads the EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) from the display (sink) devices connected to the splitter. The EDID contains information about w...
Page 23 - Using the External EDID; Ext
page | 13 Table 2.1 - Internal EDID Specification Video Data Block Audio Data Block Color Profile 640 x 480p 59/60 4:3 720 x 480p 59/60 4:3 720 x 480p 59/60 16:9 1280 x 720p 59/60 16:9 1920 x 1080i 59/60 16:9 1440 x 480i 59/60 4:3 1920 x 1080p 59/60 16:9 720 x 576p 50 4:3 720 x 576p 50 16:9 1280 x 7...
Page 26 - Appendix
page | 16 The 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K should be mounted vertically in a wall or cabinet with wood/drywall screws as shown in the diagram above. There should be an inch or two of clearance between the edges of the unit and any walls or vertical surfaces to allow for enough clearance for inserti...
Page 27 - Firmware Upgrade Procedure
page | 17 Appendix Firmware Upgrade Procedure The following items are required to update firmware: • GefenToolBox 1:8 Splitter for HDMI 4K x 2K • Computer (Mac or PC) • USB-to-Mini-USB cable • Firmware file 1. Download the firmware from the Gefen Web site. 2. Extract the firmware file from the .ZIP ...
Page 28 - Specifications
page | 18 Appendix Specifications Supported FormatsResolutions (max.) • Ultra HD 4K x 2K (3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz) • 1080p Full HD ElectricalMaximum Pixel Clock • 300 MHz Power Indicator • LED, blue FST Switch • 1 x 2-position, slide-type Audio Switch • 1 x 2-position, slide-type EDID Switch • 1 x 2-pos...
Page 30 - Pb
This product uses UL or CE listed power supplies. 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefentoolbox.com [email protected] Pb Stretch it, Switch it, Split it, Control it. Gefen’s got it. ®