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Gefen EXT-HD-SL-444 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Seamless Matrix 3GSDI Audio for HDMI Embedder EXT-HD-SL-444 User Manual Release A9...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Important Safety Instructions GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this product near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 3: 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 replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications.
  • Page 4 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI is a trademark of Gefen, LLC. Important Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice. HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing in the United States and other countries.
  • Page 5 3GSDI Audio Embedder 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Operating Notes • When using the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI for the first time, it is recommended that the unit be configured using the Gefen Syner-G Software Suite. Download the application here: http://www.gefen.com/synerg/...
  • Page 6 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Licensing lwIP is licenced under the BSD licence: Copyright (c) 2001-2004 Swedish Institute of Computer Science. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1.

  • Page 7: Packing List

    The 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI ships with the items listed below. If any of these items are not present in your box when you first open it, immediately contact your dealer or Gefen. • 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI •...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    3GSDI Audio Embedder 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Table of Contents Getting Started Panel Layout ......................2 Front ......................2 Back ......................3 IR Remote Control Unit ..................4 Top ........................ 4 Bottom ......................6 Battery Cover ......................6 Installing the Batteries ................... 7 Battery Cover ......................
  • Page 9 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Table of Contents Web Interface ...................... 54 Using the built-in Web Interface ..............54 Main 1 Routing ................... 55 Main ► I/O Status ..................59 Main ► Display Info ..................61 I/O Setup ► Preset Names ................. 63 I/O Setup ►...
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  • Page 11: 01 Getting Started

    Seamless Matrix for HDMI 01 Getting Started...

  • Page 12: Panel Layout

    Getting Started Panel Layout Front Name Description Input Indicators These blue LED indicators display the state of each input. See Routing Basics for more information. Output Selection Buttons Press these buttons to select the desired (1 - 4) output. See Routing Basics for more information.

  • Page 13: Back

    Panel Layout Back Name Description IR Ext Connect the included IR Extender (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN) to this port. In (1 - 4) Connect up to four Hi-Def sources to these inputs using the included HDMI cables. Out (1 - 4) Connect up to four HDTV displays to these HDMI outputs.

  • Page 14: Ir Remote Control Unit

    Getting Started IR Remote Control Unit Name Description Info Used to toggle notifications on all outputs. In (1 - 4) Use these buttons to select the desired input. See Routing Basics for more information on routing inputs to outputs. page | 4...
  • Page 15 Getting Started IR Remote Control Unit Name Description Mask Press this button to mask or unmask the selected output. See Masking / Unmasking Outputs for more information. Menu Press this button to display the built-in menu system. ◄ /►/▲/▼/OK Used to access and change features within the menu system.

  • Page 16: Bottom

    Getting Started IR Remote Control Unit Bottom Battery Cover Name Description Battery slot Holds the batteries for operating the (shown without batteries) IR remote. Use only 1.5V “AAA”-type batteries. See Installing the Batteries more information. DIP switch bank Use these DIP switches to set the IR channel of the remote.

  • Page 17: Installing The Batteries

    Getting Started IR Remote Control Unit Installing the Batteries Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the IR remote control unit. Make sure that the batteries are installed with the correct polarity, as shown in the illustration, below. Always use two 1.5V AAA-type batteries. Replace the battery cover.

  • Page 18: Setting The Ir Channel

    Getting Started IR Remote Control Unit Setting the IR Channel In order to function correctly, both the matrix and the IR remote control must be set to the same IR channel. To set the IR channel of the matrix, use the #set_ir command or use the IR Channel setting under the...

  • Page 19: Installation

    Connect the power supply to an available electrical outlet. Sample Wiring Diagram HDMI CABLE RS-232 CABLE HD Source CAT-5 CABLE IR IN HD Source HD Source 4x4 Seamless HD Source Matrix for HDMI (for IP Control) Automation Control Device HD Displays IR Extender (EXT-RMT-EXTIRN) EXT-HD-SL-444 page | 9...

  • Page 20: Network Configuration Using Syner-G

    Connect the matrix to the network and launch the Gefen Syner-G application. Download the application here: http://www.gefen.com/synerg/ Select the EXT-HD-SL-444 from the list of products, under the Discover tab. Under the Device Settings section, select either Static or DHCP from the IP Mode drop-down list.
  • Page 21 Getting Started Installation Click the Save button at the bottom of the screen. The unit will automatically reboot and use the new network settings. Use the IP address of the switcher to access the built-in web interface or start a Telnet session.
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  • Page 23: Operating The 4X4 Seamless Matrix For Hdmi

    Seamless Matrix for HDMI 02 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI...

  • Page 24: Introduction

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Introduction Standby Mode The LED next to the Power button, on the front panel, indicates the power state of the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI. In standby mode, power is being supplied to the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI but the unit is not turned on.

  • Page 25: Routing Basics

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Routing Basics Determining the Current Routing State On the top-left portion of the matrix, there are four sets of five LED indicators. Each set of five LED indicators resides above each of the four Output buttons. LED indicators 1 through 4 represent each input on the matrix.

  • Page 26: Routing Inputs To Outputs

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Routing Basics Routing Inputs to Outputs Using the Front Panel Buttons To change the routing state of an output, press and release the button of the desired output to advance to the next input. In the illustration below, the source connected to Input 2 is currently routed to Output 2.
  • Page 27 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Routing Basics Using the IR Remote Control We’ll use with the same routing example that is outlined on the previous page. However, instead of using the buttons on the front panel, we will use the IR remote control. Input 2 is routed to Output 2.

  • Page 28: Masking / Unmasking Outputs

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Routing Basics Masking / Unmasking Outputs “Masking” prevents the output device (display, etc) from receiving an output signal. Instead of powering-down or disconnecting the output device, individual or multiple outputs can be masked. Using the Front Panel Buttons Press the button of the desired output to be masked.
  • Page 29 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Routing Basics Using the IR Remote Control Press the button of the desired output to be masked. For this example, we will select Output 3: Mask button Press Out 3 Press the Mask button. Both the selected output and the “M”...

  • Page 30: Saving Routing Presets

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Routing Basics Saving Routing Presets The 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI allows routing states to be saved to any of 10 preset memory locations. Presets are retained in memory even if the matrix is powered OFF. NOTE: Routing presets cannot be saved using the IR remote control unit.

  • Page 31: Loading Routing Presets

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Routing Basics Loading Routing Presets Using the Front Panel Buttons Press the desired Routing Preset button. The routing preset will be loaded into memory. In the example below, we have selected Routing Preset 3. Preset 3 is loaded The selected button will remain illuminated as long as the preset is selected.

  • Page 32: Locking / Unlocking The Matrix

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Locking / Unlocking the Matrix Locking the matrix will prevent any changes by disabling all buttons (except the Lock button) on the front panel. This feature is useful in preventing routing or other changes caused by accidentally bumping or pressing the buttons on the front panel.
  • Page 33 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Locking / Unlocking the Matrix Using the IR Remote Control Press the Lock button on the IR remote control. Lock button The Lock button, on the front panel of the matrix, will remain illuminated as long as the matrix is locked.

  • Page 34: Using The Ir Extender

    There may be situations where the IR sensor is blocked by a cabinet or other mounting device. In this case, the included IR extender (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN) can be connected to the IR Ext port on the matrix. The sensor on the IR extender behaves exactly like the sensor on the front panel of the matrix.

  • Page 35: Menu System

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Accessing the Menu System The matrix uses a built-in menu system to manage and control all video features. To access the menu system, press the Menu button on the front panel or on the included IR remote control.
  • Page 36 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Using the Front Panel Controls Use the ◄, ►, ▲, and ▼ buttons on the front panel to move around within the menu system. Press the ▲ and ▼ buttons to move up and down. Press the ◄ or ► buttons to change the value of the current selection.
  • Page 37 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Using the IR Remote Control The IR remote control has buttons which represent the controls on the front panel. Use the ◄, ►, ▲, and ▼ buttons to move around within the menu system. Press the ▲ and ▼...

  • Page 38: Setting The Output Resolution

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Setting the Output Resolution NOTE: Before changing this setting, make sure that all connected displays can support the selected output resolution. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed.
  • Page 39 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System O U T P U T R E S O L U T I O N 4 8 0 p 1 3 6 6 x 7 6 8 5 7 6 p 1 4 4 0 x 9 0 0 7 2 0 p 5 0 1 6 0 0 x 9 0 0...

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Contrast

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Adjusting the Contrast Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. M A I N M E N U S E T U P N E T W O R K S Y S T E M...
  • Page 41 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Press the Select button to select the Out Select option. The currently selected output will be highlighted in orange. Select the desired output using the ◄ or ► buttons. P I C T U R E S E T T I N G S O U T S E L E C T O U T 2 C O N T R A S T...

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Brightness

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Adjusting the Brightness Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. I / O S E T U P S E T U P N E T W O R K S Y S T E M...
  • Page 43 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Press the Select button to select the Out Select option. The currently selected output will be highlighted in orange. Select the desired output using the ◄ or ► buttons. P I C T U R E S E T T I N G S O U T S E L E C T O U T 2 C O N T R A S T...

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Saturation

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Adjusting the Saturation Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. I / O S E T U P S E T U P N E T W O R K S Y S T E M...
  • Page 45 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Press the Select button to select the Out Select option. The currently selected output will be highlighted in orange. Select the desired output using the ◄ or ► buttons. P I C T U R E S E T T I N G S O U T S E L E C T O U T 2 C O N T R A S T...

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Hue

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Adjusting the Hue Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. I / O S E T U P S E T U P N E T W O R K S Y S T E M...
  • Page 47 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Press the Select button to select the Out Select option. The currently selected output will be highlighted in orange. Select the desired output using the ◄ or ► buttons. P I C T U R E S E T T I N G S O U T S E L E C T O U T 2 C O N T R A S T...

  • Page 48: Osd Settings

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System OSD Settings The OSD Settings menu controls how the OSD is displayed. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. M A I N M E N U S E T U P N E T W O R K...
  • Page 49 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the option to change. The Position option will be highlighted, automatically. O S D S E T T I N G S P O S I T I O N L E F T T H O F F S E T V O F F S E T...
  • Page 50 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System H Offset The horizontal offset of the OSD, as it appears on the display. I / O S E T U P S E T U P N E T W O R K S Y S T E M E X I T V Offset...
  • Page 51 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Menu Timeout Once the Menu button is pressed, the OSD will appear. Menu Timeout is the duration, in seconds, of the OSD before it is automatically hidden. If set to Off, then the OSD must be hidden manually by pressing the Menu button.

  • Page 52: Hdcp

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System HDCP Some sources (e.g. computers) will enable HDCP if an HDCP-compliant display is detected. Inputs can be set to accept or not accept HDCP content. Outputs can be set to follow (pass-through) the input setting or set to always on. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control.
  • Page 53 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight either the Input or Output option. Press the Select button to select the desired option. If using the IR remote, press the OK button. H D C P I N P U T A C C E P T...

  • Page 54: Edid Management

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System EDID Management Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. M A I N M E N U S E T U P N E T W O R K S Y S T E M E X I T...
  • Page 55 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Press the Select button to select the Lock EDID option. Use the ◄ or ► buttons to change the value of the Lock EDID option. Press the Select button to accept the Lock EDID value. E D I D L O C K E D I D C O P Y TO A L L I N P U T S...

  • Page 56: Changing The Ip Settings

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Changing the IP Settings Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the Network option. M A I N M E N U S E T U P N E T W O R K...
  • Page 57 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the option to change. The IP Mode option will be highlighted, automatically. Once the desired option is highlighted, press the Select button to select it. If using the IR remote control, press the OK button.
  • Page 58 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System N E T W O R K I P M O D E S TAT I C T Y P E S E L E C T B Y T E 1 1 9 2 B Y T E 2 1 6 8...

  • Page 59: Changing The Telnet Settings

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Changing the Telnet Settings Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the Network option. M A I N M E N U S E T U P N E T W O R K...
  • Page 60 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the option to change. The Telnet Access option will be highlighted, automatically. Once the desired option is highlighted, press the Select button to select it. If using the IR remote control, press the OK button.

  • Page 61: Changing The Udp Settings

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Changing the UDP Settings Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the Network option. M A I N M E N U S E T U P N E T W O R K...
  • Page 62 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the option to change. The UDP Access option will be highlighted, automatically. Once the desired option is highlighted, press the Select button to select it. If using the IR remote control, press the OK button.

  • Page 63: System Settings

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Menu System System Settings Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the System option. M A I N M E N U S E T U P N E T W O R K...

  • Page 64: Web Interface

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Using the built-in Web Interface Access the built-in Web interface by entering the IP address of the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI in a browser window. See Network Configuration using Syner-G for more information on obtaining the IP address of the matrix.

  • Page 65: Main 1 Routing

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface The Web GUI is divided into four main pages: Main, I/O Setup, Manage EDID, and Configuration. Each main page is represented by a tab at the top-most portion of the screen. The Main, I/O Setup, and Manage EDID pages have their own set of sub-tabs. Click on the desired tab / sub-tab to open the desired page.
  • Page 66 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Name (Outputs) The name of the output. The name of the output can also be changed using the #set_output_name command or through the I/O Setup ► I/O Names page of the Web interface. Output (Outputs) Check to select the desired output for routing.
  • Page 67 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Lock Matrix Locks or unlocks the matrix. Once the matrix is locked, settings cannot be changed using the front-panel buttons or through the Web GUI. When the matrix is locked, the button text will read “Unlock Matrix” and a red bar will appear across the top portion of the screen with the text “Matrix is LOCKED”.
  • Page 68 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Save Routing Preset Saves the current routing state to memory. Click the drop-down list to select the desired routing preset. Click the Save button to save the preset to memory. Recall Routing Preset Loads the selected routing state into memory.

  • Page 69: Main ► I/O Status

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Main ► I/O Status Name Displays the name of the output. The name of the output can be changed using #set_output_name command or through the I/O Setup ► I/O Names page of the Web interface.
  • Page 70 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Name Displays the name of the input. The name of the input can be changed using the #set_input_name command or through the I/O Setup ► I/O Names page of the Web interface. Color Depth HDCP The color depth of the source signal.

  • Page 71: Main ► Display Info

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Main ► Display Info Info Display Place a check mark in this box to show display information on the outputs. Choose EDID Select the EDID from the drop-down list. The selected EDID will be copied from the Output or selected EDID Bank to the desired input(s) and used by the source.
  • Page 72 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Feature / Audio Formats The matrix reads the audio block from the EDID and displays the capabilities of the display (sink). The word “TRUE” denotes that the display (sink) supports the audio format.

  • Page 73: I/O Setup ► Preset Names

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface I/O Setup ► Preset Names Preset # The number of each preset. Name Type the desired name of each preset in these fields. Save Saves the current changes to the name of the preset(s). Cancel Restores the previous name or each preset, if the name was edited.

  • Page 74: I/O Setup ► I/O Names

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface I/O Setup ► I/O Names Output The ID of the output. Name (Output) Type the desired name of each output in these fields. Input # The number of each input. Name (Input #) Type the desired name of each the input in these fields.

  • Page 75: I/O Setup ► Hpd Control

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface I/O Setup ► HPD Control Input # The number of the input. Name The name of the input. The name of each input can be changed using the #set_input_name command or through the I/O Setup ►...

  • Page 76: I/O Setup ► Hdcp

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface I/O Setup ► HDCP NOTE: Some sources (e.g. computers) will enable HDCP if an HDCP-compliant display is detected. Check the box under the Disable column to force the computer to ignore detection of an HDCP-compliant display.
  • Page 77 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Always On / Follow Input Click the Always On button to allow HDCP to pass through on the output. Click the Follow Input button to have the output follow the input setting (Accept / Not Accept). See the previous page for details.

  • Page 78: I/O Setup ► Video

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface I/O Setup ► Video Output Resolution Select the desired output resolution from the drop-down list. Options 480p 1280 x 1024 576p 1366 x 768 720p @ 50 Hz 1440 x 900 720p @ 60 Hz 1600 x 900 1080p @ 24 Hz...
  • Page 79 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Select Output to adjust Select the desired output from the drop-down list. Brightness Use the slider control to adjust the brightness of the output. The brightness value can also be entered directly in the value field. Contrast Use the slider control to adjust the contrast of the output.

  • Page 80: Manage Edid ► Assign

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Manage EDID ► Assign Lock EDID Secures the Local EDID and disables automatic EDID loading during power-up. If the Lock EDID button is clicked (enabled), the “EDID locked on power cycle” message will be displayed in red.
  • Page 81 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Copy To Place a check mark in the desired check box to select or deselect the desired input(s). EDID Modes Select the EDID mode from the drop-down list. Options Internal - 1080p 2 ch audio Internal - 1080p Multi ch External - Output1 Custom - User...
  • Page 82 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Input # The number of the input. Name The name of the input. The name of the input can be changed using the #set_input_name command or through the I/O Setup ► I/O Names page of the Web interface.
  • Page 83 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Copy To Place a check mark in the desired check box to select the desired bank where the EDID will be copied. Remove the check mark to deselect the bank. Bank # The number of the bank.

  • Page 84: Manage Edid ► Bank Names

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Manage EDID ► Bank Names Bank # Indicates the EDID bank number. Name Type the desired name of the EDID bank in this field. Save Saves the current name change to the EDID bank(s). Cancel Restores the previous name or each bank, if the name was edited.

  • Page 85: Manage Edid ► Upload / Download

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Manage EDID ► Upload / Download Browse... Click this button to select the EDID file to be uploaded. Select Bank Location Click this drop-down list to select the bank to where the EDID will be uploaded. Options Bank 1 ...
  • Page 86 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Select EDID File to Download Click this box to select the EDID that is to be saved to a file. The EDID file will be saved in binary (.bin) format. Options Bank 1 ...

  • Page 87: Network

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Network MAC Address The MAC address of the matrix. The MAC address cannot be changed. Mode The network mode setting. Options Static DHCP IP Address Enter the IP address of the matrix in this field. This option is only available if the network mode is set to static.
  • Page 88 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Enable TCP Access Check this box to enable TCP access. Require Password on Connect Check this box to prompt the user for a password at the start of a Telnet session. User Name Enter the user name, required for login, in this field.
  • Page 89 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Enable UDP Access Place a check mark in this box to enable UDP access. UDP Port Enter the UDP listening port in this field. Enable UDP Echo Place a check mark in this box to enable UDP echo. Destination UDP IP Address Enter the remote UDP IP address in this field.
  • Page 90 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Username Click this drop-down list to select the user name. The password for the selected user name can be changed, if desired. Old Password Type the current (old) password in this field. New Password Type the new password in this field.

  • Page 91: System

    Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface System Download Click this button to download the current matrix configuration to a file. Browse... Click this button to select the configuration file to be uploaded. Restore Uploads the selected configuration file to the matrix. page | 81...
  • Page 92 Operating the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI Web Interface Browse... Click this button to select the firmware file to be uploaded. See Upgrading the Firmware for more information. Update Click this button to begin the update process, once the firmware file is selected. IR Channel Click this drop-down list to set the desired IR channel for the matrix.
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  • Page 95: 03 Advanced Operation

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  • Page 96: Rs-232 And Ip Configuration

    IP address of the switcher. After correct settings have been used in the terminal program, information similar to the following will be displayed: Welcome to EXT-HD-SL-444 TELNET telnet-> Type #help for a list of commands or refer to the tables on the following pages.

  • Page 97: Udp Configuration

    Advanced Operation RS-232 and IP Configuration UDP Configuration The 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI also supports the UDP protocol. To configure UDP settings, click the Network tab within the Web interface. Network for more information on available UDP settings. NOTE: Depending upon the network, all related IP, Telnet, and UDP settings will need to be assigned.

  • Page 98: Commands

    Advanced Operation Commands Command Description #display_telnet_welcome Enables / disables the Telnet welcome message #fadefault Resets the current routing and masking state to factory-default settings #help Displays the list of available commands #hdp_pulse Cycles with HPD line on the specified output #lock_edid Locks the local EDID when the matrix is power-cycled #lock_matrix...
  • Page 99 Advanced Operation Commands Command Description #set_udp_port Sets the UDP serial port #set_udp_remote_ip Sets the remote UDP IP address #set_udp_remote_port Sets the remote UDP port #set_webui_ad_pass Sets the Administrator password #set_webui_op_pass Sets the Operator password #show_bank_name Displays the name for the specified EDID bank #show_brightness Displays the brightness value for all outputs #show_contrast...
  • Page 100 Value [0 ... 1] Value Description Disable welcome message Enable welcome message Example #display_telnet_welcome 1 TELNET WELCOME SCREEN IS ENABLED When enabled and a Telnet session has been started, the following will appear: Welcome to EXT-HD-SL-444 TELNET page | 90...
  • Page 101 The #fadefault command resets the matrix to factory-default settings. Outputs are unmasked and all IP and UDP settings are reset to default settings. Syntax #fadefault Parameters None Example #fadefault FACTORY DEFAULT EXT-HD-SL-444 FW V2.34 FACTORY DEFAULT NOT BY WEBGUI IP: 192.168.1.72 Netmask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 192.168.1.1 page | 91...
  • Page 102 Advanced Operation Commands #help The #help command displays the list of available RS-232 / Telnet commands. Help on a specific command can be displayed when using param1. Syntax #help param1 Parameters Command name (optional) param1 Example #help #sipadd SET IP ADDRESS(FOR STATIC) CMD : #SET_IPADD PARAM1 PARAM1 = ddd.ddd.ddd.ddd page | 92...
  • Page 103 Advanced Operation Commands #hdp_pulse The #hpd_pulse command cycles the HPD line on the specified input. Issuing this command is identical to physically disconnecting and reconnecting the cable between the source and the matrix. Syntax: #hpd_pulse param1 Parameters: Input [1 ... 4] param1 Examples: #hpd_pulse 1...
  • Page 104 Advanced Operation Commands #lock_edid The #lock_edid command secures the Local EDID by disabling the automatic loading of the downstream EDID when the matrix is powered. Syntax: #lock_edid param1 Parameters: Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Disable Enable Examples: #lock_edid 0 MATRIX EDID IS UNLOCKED #lock_edid 1 MATRIX EDID IS LOCKED...
  • Page 105 Advanced Operation Commands #lock_matrix The #lock_matrix command locks / unlocks the matrix. When the matrix is locked, all functions are disabled including the front panel, RS-232, and Telnet. Syntax #lock_matrix param1 Parameters Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Unlock Lock Example #lock_matrix 1...
  • Page 106 Advanced Operation Commands #mask The #mask command masks the video on the specified output(s). Use the #unmask command to disable output masking. If param1 = 0, then all outputs are masked. Syntax #mask param1 Parameters Output [0 ... 4] param1 Examples #mask 1 OUTPUT A IS MASKED...
  • Page 107 Advanced Operation Commands #mute The #mute command enables / disables audio muting on all outputs. Syntax #mute param1 Parameters Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Unlock Lock Example #mute 1 AUDIO IS MUTED page | 97...
  • Page 108 Advanced Operation Commands #power The #power command toggles power on the matrix. Syntax #power param1 Parameters Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Examples #power 0 POWER IS OFF #power 1 POWER IS ON page | 98...
  • Page 109 AC power cord, on the back of the matrix. The matrix must be rebooted after changing any of the IP settings. Syntax #reboot Parameters None Example #reboot DEVICE HAS BEEN REBOOTED EXT-HD-SL-444 FW V2.34 IP: 10.5.64.214 Netmask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 10.5.64.1 page | 99...
  • Page 110 Advanced Operation Commands #recall_preset The #recall_preset command loads the routing preset. Syntax #recall_preset param1 Parameters Preset [1 ... 10] param1 Example #recall_preset 2 INPUT 4 IS ROUTED TO WINDOW OUTPUT 1 RECALL ROUTING STATE PRESET 2 #reset_picture The #reset_picture command resets all picture settings to factory-default. Syntax #reset_picture Parameters...
  • Page 111 Advanced Operation Commands #save_preset The #save_preset command saves the current routing state to a specified preset. Syntax #save_preset param1 Parameters Preset [1 ... 10] param1 Example #save_preset 1 CURRENT ROUTING STATE IS SAVED TO PRESET 1 #set_bank_name The #set_bank_name command names the specified bank. Syntax #set_bank_name param1 param2 Parameters...
  • Page 112 Advanced Operation Commands #set_brightness The #set_brightness command sets the brightness level of the video signal on the specified input. Syntax #set_brightness param1 param2 Parameters Input [1 ... 4] param1 Level [0 ... 100] param2 Examples #set_brightness 1 65 INPUT1 IS SET TO BRIGHTNESS VALUE : 65 #set_contrast The #set_contrast command sets the contrast level of the video signal on the specified input.
  • Page 113 (e.g. Conf Rm, Wall Unit 1, etc.) The value of param1 cannot exceed 30 characters in length. The default name is EXT-HD-SL-444. Syntax #set_device_descr param1...
  • Page 114 Advanced Operation Commands #set_edid The #set_edid command sets the specified EDID type to an input or bank. Note that the argument for param2 is dependent upon the value of param1. Similarly, the argument for param4 is dependent upon the value of param3. Syntax #set_edid param1 param2 param3 param4 Parameters...
  • Page 115 Advanced Operation Commands param3 Target Target Description input Specifies an input bank Specifies an EDID bank (continued on next page) param4 ** Target [1 ... 8] Value Description 1 ... 4 Input 1 ... 8 EDID bank ** When specifying param4, the available arguments will depend upon the value of param3: If param3 = input, then param4 must be an input from 1 to 4.
  • Page 116 The #set_eth_relink command is used when an IP setting has changed. This command is the equivalent of disconnecting and reconnecting the Ethernet cable on the matrix. Syntax #set_eth_relink Parameters None Example #set_eth_relink GONNA RE-LINK... EXT-HD-SL-444 FW V2.34 IP: 10.5.64.214 Netmask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 10.5.64.1 page | 106...
  • Page 117 Advanced Operation Commands #set_gateway The #set_gateway command sets the gateway address. The gateway must be typed using dot-decimal notation. The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. The default gateway is 192.168.1.1. Syntax #set_gateway param1 Parameters Gateway param1 Example #set_gateway 192.168.1.5 GATEWAY : 192.168.1.5 page | 107...
  • Page 118 Advanced Operation Commands #set_hdcp The #set_hdcp command sets the HDCP state for the inputs / outputs. Syntax #set_hdcp param1 param2 param3 Parameters Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Input Output param2 Value [0 ... 4] Value Description Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4...
  • Page 119 Advanced Operation Commands The meaning of param3 changes depending upon the value specified by param1. For example, if param1 = 0, then the HDCP settings will affect the inputs. Setting param3 = 0 will result in setting the specified input to “Accept”. If param3 = 1, then the input will be set to “Not Accept”...
  • Page 120 Advanced Operation Commands #set_http_port The #set_http_port command specifies the Web server listening port. The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. The default port setting is 80. Use the #show_http_port command to display the current HTTP listening port. Syntax #set_http_port param1 Parameters Port...
  • Page 121 Advanced Operation Commands #set_input_name The #set_input_name command assigns a name to the specified input. The value of param2 cannot exceed 8 characters in length. Syntax #set_input_name param1 param2 Parameters Input [1 ... 4] param1 Name param2 Example #set_input_name 3 Blu-ray INPUT3 NAME IS ASSIGNED TO Blu-ray #set_ipadd The #set_ipadd command sets the IP address of the matrix.
  • Page 122 Advanced Operation Commands #set_ipmode The #set_ipmode command sets the IP mode to DHCP or static. The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. Use the #show_ipmode command to display the current IP mode. Syntax #set_ipmode param1 Parameters Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description...
  • Page 123 Advanced Operation Commands #set_ir The #set_ir command sets the IR channel for the matrix. The default IR channel setting is 1. The IR channel for the switcher can also be set under the ## tab within the Web interface. Both the matrix and the included IR remote control must be set to the same IR channel in order to work properly.
  • Page 124 Advanced Operation Commands #set_netmask The #set_netmask command sets the subnet mask. The subnet mask must be entered using dot-decimal notation. The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. Use the #show_netmask or the #show_ipconfig command to display the current net mask of the matrix.
  • Page 125 Advanced Operation Commands #set_output The #set_output command sets the output resolution. The specified output resolution is applied to all outputs. Use the #show_output command to display the current output resolution. Syntax #set_output param1 Parameters Value [1 ... 17] param1 Value Description 480p 576p...
  • Page 126 Advanced Operation Commands #set_output_name The #set_output_name command assigns a name to the output on the matrix. The name of the output is limited to 15 characters. Names longer than 15 characters will be truncated. Syntax #set_output_name param1 param2 Parameters Output [1 ...
  • Page 127 Advanced Operation Commands #set_preset_name The #set_preset_name command assigns a name to the specified preset. The name of the preset is limited to 8 characters. Names longer than 8 characters will be truncated. To display the name of a preset, use the #show_preset_name command.
  • Page 128 Advanced Operation Commands #set_saturation The #set_saturation command sets the color saturation level for the video signal on the specified input. Use the #show_saturation command to display the current saturation value. Syntax #set_saturation param1 param2 Parameters Input [1 ... 4] param1 Level [0 ...
  • Page 129 Advanced Operation Commands #set_telnet_pass The #set_telnet_pass command sets the Telnet password. The value of param1 cannot exceed 10 characters in length. Syntax #set_telnet_pass param1 Parameters Password param1 Example #set_telnet_pass b055man TELNET INTERFACE PASSWORD IS SET b055man page | 119...
  • Page 130 Advanced Operation Commands #set_telnet_port The #set_telnet_port command sets the Telnet listening port. The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. The default port setting is 23. Use the #show_telnet_port command to display the current Telnet listening port. Syntax #set_telnet_port param1 Parameters Port [1 ...
  • Page 131 Advanced Operation Commands #set_udp_port The #set_udp_port command sets the UDP communication port. Use the #show_udp_port command to display the current UDP communication port. Syntax #set_udp_port param1 Parameters Port [1 ... 1024] param1 Example #set_udp_port 1002 UDP COMMUNICATION PORT 1002 IS SET PLEASE REBOOT THE UNIT page | 121...
  • Page 132 Advanced Operation Commands #set_udp_remote_ip The #set_udp_remote_ip command sets the remote UDP IP address. The IP address must be specified using dot-decimal notation. The default UDP remote IP address is 192.168.1.255. The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. Use the #show_udp_remote_ip command to display the current remote UDP IP address.
  • Page 133 Advanced Operation Commands #set_udp_remote_port The #set_udp_remote_port command sets the remote UDP listening port. The default remote UDP listening port is 50008. The matrix must be rebooted after executing this command. Use the #show_udp_remote_port command to display the current remote UDP listening port. Syntax #set_udp_remote_port param1 Parameters...
  • Page 134 Advanced Operation Commands #set_webui_ad_pass The #set_webui_ad_pass command sets the Administrator password for the Web GUI. The password is case-sensitive and cannot exceed 8 characters in length. The default password is Admin. Syntax #set_webui_ad_pass param1 Parameters Password param1 Example #set_webui_ad_pass bossman WEB UI ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD IS SET bossman #set_webui_op_pass The #set_webui_ad_pass command sets the Operator password for the Web GUI.
  • Page 135 Advanced Operation Commands #show_bank_name The #show_bank_name command displays the name for the specified EDID bank. To name an EDID bank, use the #set_bank_name command. Syntax #show_bank_name param1 Parameters Bank [1 ... 8] param1 Example #show_bank_name 5 THE NAME FOR BANK5 IS : Dell24 #show_brightness The #show_brightness command displays the brightness level for all outputs.
  • Page 136 Advanced Operation Commands #show_contrast The #show_contrast command displays the contrast level for all outputs. Use the #set_contrast command to set the contrast value. Syntax #show_contrast Parameters None Example #show_contrast OUT A CONTRAST VALUE : 74 #show_device_descr The #show_device_descr command displays the device description. Use the #set_device_descr command to assign the device description.
  • Page 137 Advanced Operation Commands #show_discovery The #show_discovery command displays the Discovery Service status. Use the #use_discovery command to enable or disable the Discovery service. Syntax #show_discovery Parameters None Example #show_discovery DISCOVERY PROTOCOL IS ENABLED #show_gateway The #show_gateway command displays the current gateway address of the matrix. Use the #set_gateway command to set the gateway address.
  • Page 138 Advanced Operation Commands #show_hdcp The #show_hdcp command displays the current HDCP setting for inputs or outputs. Use #set_hdcp command to set the HDCP input and output states. Syntax #show_hdcp param1 Parameters Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Query input signal Query output signal Examples #show_hdcp 0...
  • Page 139 Advanced Operation Commands #show_http_port The #show_http_port command displays the current HTTP listening port of the matrix. Use the #set_http_port command to set the HTTP listening port. Use the #set_http_port command to set the HTTP listening port. Syntax #show_http_port Parameters None Examples #show_http_port HTTP PORT IS 80...
  • Page 140 Advanced Operation Commands #show_input_name The #show_input_name command displays the name of the specified input. Use the #set_input_name command to assign a name to an input. Syntax #show_input_name Parameters Input [1 ... 4] param1 Example #show_input_name 3 THE NAME FOR INPUT2 IS : Blu-ray #show_ip The #show_ip command displays the current IP address of the matrix.
  • Page 141 Advanced Operation Commands #show_ipconfig The #show_ipconfig command displays the current TCP/IP settings. Syntax #show_ipconfig Parameters None Example #show_ipconfig IP CONFIGURATION IS: (DHCP) IP : 10.5.64.214 NETMASK : 255.255.255.0 GATEWAY : 10.5.64.1 MAC ADDRESS = 04:1c:91:03:b0:00 #show_ipmode The #show_ipmode command displays the current IP mode. Use the #set_ipmode command to set the IP mode.
  • Page 142 Advanced Operation Commands #show_ir The #show_ir command displays the IR channel of the matrix. Use the #set_ir command to set the IR channel of the matrix. Syntax #show_ir Parameters None Example #show_ir IR CHANNEL IS SET TO 0 #show_mac_addr The #show_mac_addr command displays the MAC address of the matrix. Syntax #show_mac_addr Parameters...
  • Page 143 Advanced Operation Commands #show_me The #show_me command enables or disables the flashing of the LED on the device. When enabled, the LED indicator will flash red and blue. The default setting is disabled. Syntax #show_me param1 Parameters Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description...
  • Page 144 Advanced Operation Commands #show_netmask The #show_netmask command displays the current net mask of the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI. Use the #set_netmask command to set the net mask. Syntax #show_netmask Parameters None Example #show_netmask NETMASK : 255.255.255.0 #show_output The #show_output command displays the current output resolution. Use the #set_output command to set the output resolution.
  • Page 145 Advanced Operation Commands #show_output_name The #show_output_name command displays the name of the specified output. Use the #set_output_name to assign a name to an output. Syntax #show_output_name Parameters Output [1 ... 4] param1 Example #show_output_name 3 THE NAME FOR OUTPUT3 IS : Sony_XBR #show_power The #show_power command displays the current power state.
  • Page 146 Advanced Operation Commands #show_preset_name The #show_preset_name command displays the name for the specified preset. To assign a name to a preset, use the #set_preset_name command. Syntax #show_preset_name param1 Parameters Preset [1 ... 10] param1 Example #show_preset_name 4 THE NAME FOR PRESET4 IS : BR2_Out2 #show_saturation The #show_saturation command displays the saturation for all outputs.
  • Page 147 Advanced Operation Commands #show_tcp_access The #show_tcp_access command displays the current TCP access state (enabled or disabled). Use the #use_tcp_access command to enable or disable TCP access. Syntax #show_tcp_access Parameters None Example #show_tcp_access TELNET ACCESS IS DISABLED page | 137...
  • Page 148 Advanced Operation Commands #show_telnet_port The #show_telnet_port command displays the current Telnet port. Use the #set_telnet_port command to set the Telnet port. Syntax #show_telnet_port Parameters None Example #show_telnet_port TELNET PORT IS 23 #show_udp_access The #show_udp_access command displays the current UDP access state (enabled or disabled).
  • Page 149 Advanced Operation Commands #show_udp_port The #show_udp_port command displays the current UDP serial port. Use the #set_udp_port command to set the UDP serial port. Syntax: #show_udp_serport Parameters: None Example: #show_udp_serport UDP SERVER PORT IS 1002 #show_udp_remote_ip The #show_udp_remote_ip command displays the current remote UDP IP address. Use the #set_udp_remote_ip command to set the remote UDP IP address.
  • Page 150 Advanced Operation Commands #show_udp_remote_port The #show_udp_remote_port command displays the current remote UDP port. Use the #set_udp_remote_port command to set the remote UDP port. Syntax #show_udp_remote_port Parameters None Example #show_udp_remote_port REMOTE UDP COMMUNICATION PORT IS: 508 #show_ver_data The #show_ver_data command displays the current software and hardware version. Syntax #show_ver_data Parameters...
  • Page 151 Advanced Operation Commands #unmask The #unmask command unmasks the specified output(s). Use the #mask command to mask the specified output(s). If param1 = 0, then all outputs are unmasked. Syntax #unmask param1 Parameters Output [0 ... 4] param1 Example #unmask 2 OUTPUT 2 IS UNMASKED page | 141...
  • Page 152 The #use_tcp_access command enables or disables discovery access mode. If this mode is disabled, then the 4x4 Seamless Matrix for HDMI will not be discoverable when using the Gefen Syner-G Software Suite. The default setting is enabled. Syntax #use_discovery param1...
  • Page 153 Advanced Operation Commands #use_tcp_access The #use_tcp_access command enables or disables Telnet access. Syntax #use_tcp_access param1 Parameters Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Disable Telnet access Enable Telnet access Example #use_tcp_access 1 TELNET ACCESS IS ENABLED page | 143...
  • Page 154 Advanced Operation Commands #use_telnet_pass The #use_telnet_pass command forces the password credentials for each Telnet session. The default setting is disabled. Use the #set_telnet_pass command to set the Telnet password. Syntax #use_telnet_pass param1 Parameters Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Disable password Enable password Example...
  • Page 155 Advanced Operation Commands #use_udp_access The #use_udp_access command enables or disables UDP access. The default setting is disabled. Syntax #use_udp_access param1 Parameters Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Disable UDP access Enable UDP access Example #use_udp_access 1 UDP ACCESS IS ENABLED page | 145...
  • Page 156 Advanced Operation Commands The m command displays the current routing status of the matrix. Masking and locking status of the matrix is also provided. Do not precede the m command with the “#’ symbol. Syntax Parameters None Example OUT : 1 2 3 4 IN : 1 2 3 4 page | 146...
  • Page 157 Advanced Operation Commands The r command routes the specified input to the output. Do not precede this command with the “#” symbol. Also see the command. If param2 = 0, then the specified input (param1) will be routed to all outputs. Syntax r param1 param2 Parameters...
  • Page 158 Advanced Operation Commands The s command routes the specified input to all outputs. Do not precede this command with the “#” symbol. Also see the command. Syntax s param1 Parameters Input [1 ... 4] param1 Example INPUT 1 IS ROUTED TO ALL WINDOW OUTPUTS page | 148...
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  • Page 161: 04 Appendix

    Seamless Matrix for HDMI 04 Appendix...

  • Page 162: Default Settings

    Remote UDP IP Address 192.168.1.255 Remote UDP Port 50008 Remote UDP Access Disabled Gefen Syner-G Discovery Enabled Gefen Syner-G Discovery Mode Read / Write Gefen Syner-G Show Device Hide Me Description Setting Output Names Output1 - Output4 A/V Input Names...

  • Page 163: Upgrading The Firmware

    IMPORTANT: DO NOT power-off or disconnect the AC power cord from the matrix, at any time, during the firmware upgrade process. Download the firmware update from the Support section of the Gefen Web site. Extract the firmware file from the .ZIP file.

  • Page 164: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications Supported Formats Resolutions (max.) • 1080p Full HD • 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) Electrical Maximum Pixel Clock • 225 MHz Preset Select Buttons • 10 x Tact-type, blue backlight Output Select Buttons • 4 x Tact-type, blue backlight Menu Button •...
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  • Page 166 Stretch It, Switch It, Split It. Gefen’s Got It. ® 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefen.com support@gefen.com This product uses UL or CE listed power supplies.

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