Gefen EXT-HD-MVSL-441 User Manual

Audio Embedder 3GSDI Release A4User ManualEXT-HD-MVSL-441MultiviewSeamless Switcher

page | 90ChapterCommandsExamples #set_edid int 2 input 4INTERNAL EDID 2 IS SAVED TO INPUT4#set_edid bank 3 bank 5BANK EDID 3 IS SAVED TO BANK5 Advance

page | 91Chapter#set_gatewayThe #set_gateway command sets the gateway address. The gateway must be typed using dot-decimal notation. The 4x1 Multiv

page | 92ChapterCommands#set_hdcpThe #set_hdcp command disables or enables HDCP pass-through on the specied input. If param1 = 0, then all inputs are

page | 93ChapterCommands#set_hpositionThe #set_hposition command sets the horizontal position of the specied window. param2 is the number of horizon

page | 94ChapterCommands#set_hsizeThe #set_hsize command sets the horizontal size of the specied window. param2 is the number of horizontal pixels f

page | 95Chapter#set_http_portThe #set_http_port command species the Web server listening port. The 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher must be rebooted

page | 96Chapter#set_ipaddThe #set_ipadd command sets the IP address of the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher. The IP address must be entered using dot

page | 97ChapterCommands#set_ipmodeThe #set_ipmode command sets the IP mode to DHCP or static. The 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher must be rebooted a

page | 98ChapterCommands#set_irThe #set_ir command will be available in a future release of rmware.#set_netmaskThe #set_netmask command sets the subn

page | 99ChapterCommands#set_osdThe #set_osd command enables or disables the OSD (On-Screen Display). The OSD is enabled, by default.Syntax#set_osd p

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page | 100Chapter#set_outputThe #set_output command sets the output resolution. The specied output resolution is applied to all outputs.Syntax#set_o

page | 101Chapter#set_preset_nameThe #set_preset_name command assigns a name to the specied preset. The name of the preset is limited to 8 character

page | 102ChapterCommandsAdvanced Operation#set_priorityThe #set_priority command sets the priority for the specied window. Windows assigned with a

page | 103Chapter#set_saturationThe #set_saturation command sets the color saturation level for all outputs.Syntax#set_saturation param1Parameterspara

page | 104ChapterCommandsAdvanced Operation#set_telnet_passThe #set_telnet_pass command sets the Telnet password. The password cannot exceed 10 chara

page | 105Chapter#set_telnet_portThe #set_telnet_port command sets the Telnet listening port. The 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher must be rebooted af

page | 106Chapter#set_udp_portThe #set_udp_port command sets the UDP listening port.Syntax#set_udp_port param1Parametersparam1 Port [1 ... 102

page | 107Chapter#set_udp_remote_ipThe #set_udp_remote_ip command sets the remote UDP IP address. The IP address must be specied using dot-decimal n

page | 108Chapter#set_udp_remote_portThe #set_udp_remote_port command sets the remote UDP listening port. The default remote UDP listening port is 50

page | 109Chapter#set_vpositionThe #set_vposition command sets the vertical position of the specied window. param2 is the number of vertical pixels

page | 2IntroductionFrontID Name Description1 Input Indicators These LED indicators display the state of each input. See Window Basics for more infor

page | 110Chapter#set_vsizeThe #set_vsize command sets the vertical size of the specied window. param2 is the number of vertical pixels for the reso

page | 111ChapterCommandsAdvanced Operation#set_webui_ad_passThe #set_webui_ad_pass command sets the Administrator password for the Web GUI. The pass

page | 112ChapterCommandsAdvanced Operation#set_webui_op_passThe #set_webui_ad_pass command sets the Operator password for the Web GUI. The default pa

page | 113Chapter#show_brightnessThe #show_brightness command displays the brightness level for the specied window.Syntax#show_brightness param1Param

page | 114Chapter#show_chromakey_colorThe #show_chromakey_color command displays the minimum or maximum value of the specied chroma key color compone

page | 115Chapter#show_contrastThe #show_contrast command displays the contrast level for all outputs.Syntax#show_contrastParametersNoneExample#show_c

page | 116ChapterAdvanced OperationCommands#show_hdcpThe #show_hdcp command displays the current HDCP setting for inputs or outputs.Syntax#show_hdcp p

page | 117ChapterCommands#show_http_portThe #show_http_port command displays the current HTTP listening port of the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher.

page | 118ChapterCommands#show_ipThe #show_ip command displays the current IP address of the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher.Syntax #show_ipParameters

page | 119ChapterCommands#show_ipcongThe #show_ipcong command displays the current TCP/IP settings.Syntax #show_ipcongParametersNoneExample#show_ip

page | 3ChapterBackID Name Description1 IR Ext Connect the included IR Extender (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-EXTIRN) to this port. 2 In (1 - 4) Connect up

page | 120Commands#show_irThe #show_ir command displays the IR channel of the switcher.Syntax #show_irParametersNone Example#show_irIR CHANNEL IS SET

page | 121ChapterCommands#show_netmaskThe #show_netmask command displays the current net mask of the HD Video Wall Controller. Use the #set_netmask c

page | 122Commands#show_outputThe #show_output command displays the current output resolution for the display area. Use the #set_output command to se

page | 123ChapterCommands#show_preset_nameThe #show_preset_name command displays the name of the specied preset. To assign a name to a preset, use th

page | 124ChapterCommands#show_tcp_accessThe #show_tcp_access command displays the current TCP access state (enabled or disabled). Use the #set_tcp_a

page | 125ChapterCommands#show_udp_portThe #show_udp_port command displays the current UDP serial port. Use the #set_udp_port command to set the UDP

page | 126ChapterCommands#show_udp_remote_portThe #show_udp_remote_port command displays the current remote UDP port. Use the #set_udp_remote_port co

page | 127ChapterCommands#show_ver_dataThe #show_ver_data command displays the current software and hardware version.Syntax#show_ver_dataParametersNon

page | 128CommandsAdvanced Operation#use_tcp_accessThe #use_tcp_access command enables or disables Telnet access.Syntax#use_tcp_access param1Parameter

page | 129CommandsAdvanced Operation#use_telnet_passThe #use_telnet_pass command forces the password credentials for each Telnet session. The default

page | 4ChapterTopID Name Description1 Info Used to toggle notications on all outputs. 2 Audio (1 - 4) Selects the audio source to be used on the out

page | 130CommandsAdvanced Operation#use_udp_accessThe #use_udp_access command enables or disables UDP access.Syntax#use_udp_access param1Parameterspa

page | 131mThe m command displays the current routing status of the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher. Masking and locking status of the switcher is al

page | 132ChapterAdvanced OperationCommandsrThe r command routes the specied input to the output. Do not precede this command with the “#” symbol.

page | 133ChapterCommandssThe s command routes the specied input to all outputs. Do not precede this command with the “#” symbol.Syntaxs param1Param

page | 134ChapterWeb InterfaceUsing the built-in Web InterfaceAccess the built-in Web interface by entering the IP address of the 4x1 Multiview Seamle

page | 135ChapterThe Web interface is divided into seven pages: Routing, I/O Setup, Window Setup, Presets, EDID, Network, and System. Each main page

page | 136ChapterWeb InterfaceLock Matrix Locks or unlocks the matrix. Once the matrix is locked, settings cannot be changed using the front-panel bu

page | 137ChapterWeb InterfaceCurrent preset Displays the current preset that is loaded into memory. Each window is color-coded for easy identicatio

page | 138Web InterfaceDefault Presets Click the radio button to select the desired preset. The default presets are identical to the Default preset b

page | 139Web InterfaceRouting (Default 1 only) When the Default 1 preset is loaded, routing buttons will appear over each column of inputs. Click th

page | 5ChapterIR Remote Control UnitID Name Description3 Menu Press this button to display the built-in menu system. 4 ◄ /►/▲/▼/OK Used to access and

page | 140Web InterfaceFade This feature adds a 1 second transition between window output A and another window output. Click to place a check mark in

page | 141Web InterfaceAdvanced OperationMin (Red, Green, Blue) Click the drop-down list to select the desired minimum RGB colors for the chroma key v

page | 142ChapterWeb Interface Additional Presets The Web interface provides an additional 10 presets which are not available fr

page | 143I/O Setup Web InterfaceSelect Input Select the desired input from the drop-down list. The Brightness, Contrast,

page | 144Web InterfaceAdvanced OperationInfo Display This feature will be available in a future release of rmware.Timeout (0 - 60 sec) Enter the tim

page | 145Window SetupWeb InterfaceSelect Preset Click this drop-down list to select and load the desired preset.Lock Aspect Ratio Click to place a ch

page | 146ChapterWeb InterfaceSelect Window Click this drop-down list to select the desired window. A window can also be selected by clicking the des

page | 147ChapterWeb InterfaceRouting Click the radio button to select the desired input. Each column represents an output.Mask Click to place a chec

page | 148ChapterWeb InterfacePresetsPreset Names Type the desired name of each preset in these elds.Save Click to save the changes to the preset nam

page | 149ChapterWeb InterfaceBrowse... Click this button to select the desired preset le.Upload Click this button to upload the preset le to the sw

page | 6ChapterBottom ID Name Description1 Battery slot (shown without batteries)Holds the batteries for operating the IR remote. Use only 1.5V “AAA”

page | 150ChapterEDID 1 Assign Lock EDID Secures the Local EDID and disables automatic EDID loading during power-up.Web In

page | 151ChapterWeb InterfaceEDID Modes Select the EDID mode from the drop-down list.OptionsInternal - 720p 2 ch audioInternal - 720p Multi chInterna

page | 152ChapterWeb InterfaceInput # The number of the input.Name The name of the input.EDID Source The current EDID source being used.EDID Name The

page | 153ChapterCopy To Click to place a check mark in the check box where the EDID will be copied. Click to clear the check box and deselect the ba

page | 154ChapterWeb InterfaceEDID 1 Bank NamesBank # Indicates the EDID bank number.Name Type the desired name of the EDID bank in this eld.Save Sav

page | 155ChapterWeb InterfaceEDID 1 Upload / DownloadBrowse... Click this button to select the EDID le to be uploaded.Select Bank Location Click thi

page | 156ChapterWeb InterfaceSelect EDID File to Download Click this box to select the EDID that is to be saved to a le. The EDID le will be saved

page | 157ChapterWeb InterfaceNetworkMAC Address The MAC address of the switcher. The MAC address cannot be changed.Mode The network mode setting.Opt

page | 158ChapterEnable UDP Access Click to place a check mark in the check box to enable TCP. Click to clear the check box and disable TCP access.Re

page | 159ChapterWeb InterfaceEnable UDP Access Click to place a check mark in the check box to enable UDP access. Click to clear the check box and d

page | 7ChapterInstalling the Batteries1. Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the IR remote control unit.2. Make sure that the batteries are i

Chapterpage | 160Web InterfaceUsername Click this drop-down list to select the user name. The password for the selected user name can be changed, if

Chapterpage | 161Web InterfaceSystemDownload This feature will be available in a future release of rmware.Browse... This feature will be available in

page | 162ChapterWeb InterfaceBrowse... Click this button to select the rmware le to be uploaded. See Upgrading the Firmware for details on updatin

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Chapterpage | 166AppendixUpgrading the Firmware 1. Download the rmware update from the Support section of the Gefen Web site.2. Extract the rmware

page | 167ChapterAppendixSpecicationsSupported FormatsResolutions (max.) • 1080p Full HD• 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)ElectricalMaximum Pixel Clock • 225 M

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page | 8ChapterSetting the IR Channel Make sure that the IR remote is set to channel 0 (see the diagram, below). Otherwise, the switcher will not w

Page TitleChapterpage | 9InstallationConnecting the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI1. Connect up to four Hi-Def sources to the input ports (

Important Safety InstructionsiiGENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all

MultiviewSeamless Switcher02 Operating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIIntroduction...

page | 12ChapterStandby ModeThe LED next to the Power button, on the front panel, indicates the power state of the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for

page | 13ChapterSelecting a Window CongurationThe 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI provides the ability to display four Hi-Def sources on one

page | 14Single Window NomenclatureThe 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI can display up to four sources on one display. When multiple sources

page | 15The Default 1 preset uses Window A: To switch to the Default 1 single-window conguration using the IR remote control, press the De

page | 16ChapterOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIWindow BasicsNote that on the previous page that Window B is displayed. This is

page | 17ChapterOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIWindow BasicsChanging the Routing State (Single Window)There are two methods for

page | 182. The numbers in each of the colored boxes, below, represent the currently select input for each Window. Since Input 3 has already been ro

page | 19Multiple Window Nomenclature To recap, the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI can display up to four sources on one display. When mult

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page | 20When using multiple windows, multiple window buttons will active. We will continue with the last example in the Single Window Nomenclature s

page | 212. The image on the output will be equally divided into four windows. This window arrangement is used by Default Preset 2.

page | 224. Press the button for Output A once. The LED indicator will change from Input 1 to Input 2. 5. The output on the display

page | 23ChapterOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIWindow BasicsMasking / Unmasking Outputs “Masking” prevents a window from di

page | 24Window PriorityThe built-in Web interface allows windows to be resized and arranged in any order. Windows can also be placed above or below

page | 25Assigning Window Priority1. Access the Web interface for the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI. See the Web Interface for more inform

page | 26ChapterOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIVideo Effects When using single windows, the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for

page | 27ChapterUsing Chroma KeyThe chroma key effect, also referred to as “color-keying”, is a post-production technique for layering two images or v

page | 28Because shadows and other lighting imperfections are always present when photographing a subject against a solid color background, the backgr

page | 29ChapterVideo EffectsOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIUsing MirrorThe mirror effect, applies a horizontal transformation

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page | 30Locking the switcher will prevent any changes by disabling all buttons (except the Lock button) on the front panel. This feature is useful i

page | 31Using the IR Remote Control 1. Press the Lock button on the IR remote control. 2. The Lock button, on the front panel of the s

page | 32ChapterThere may be situations where the IR sensor is blocked by a cabinet or other mounting device. In this case, the included IR extender

page | 33ChapterAccessing the Menu SystemThe HD Video Wall Controller uses a built-in menu system to manage and control all video features. To access

page | 34ChapterUsing the Front Panel ControlsUse the ◄, ►, ▲, and ▼ buttons on the front panel to move around within the menu system. Press the ▲ an

page | 35ChapterUsing the IR Remote ControlThe IR remote control has buttons which represent the controls on the front panel. Use the ◄, ►, ▲, and ▼ b

page | 36Setting the Output Resolution 1. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed.

page | 37ChapterMenu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI5. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the desired output resolution

page | 38Adjusting the Brightness1. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed.

page | 39Chapter6. Press the Select button to select the Input option. The currently selected input will be highlighted in orange.7. Select the des

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page | 40Adjusting the Contrast1. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed.

page | 416. Press the Select button to select the Input option. The currently selected input will be highlighted in orange.7. Select the desired in

page | 42Adjusting the Saturation1. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed.

page | 436. Press the Select button to select the Input option. The currently selected input will be highlighted in orange.7. Select the desired in

page | 44Adjusting the Hue1. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed. 2.

page | 456. Press the Select button to select the Input option. The currently selected input will be highlighted in orange.7. Select the desired in

page | 46Menu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIOSD SettingsThe OSD Settings menu controls how the OSD is displayed.1. Pres

page | 475. Use the ◄ or ► buttons to change the current value.6. Press the Select button to accept the current changes. If using the IR remote con

page | 48V Offset The vertical offset of the OSD, as it appears on the display.Timeout Once the Menu button is pressed, the OSD will appear. Timeout

page | 49Menu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIEDID Management1. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR rem

3GSDI Audio EmbedderviFeatures• Seamless switcher with 4 inputs• Adjustable scaling and resizing of each input• Display up to 4 windows on a single

page | 505. Press the Select button to select the Lock EDID option.6. Use the ◄ or ► buttons to change the value of the Lock EDID option.7. Press t

page | 51ChapterMenu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIMirrorApplies a horizontal transformation (rotated 180° about the y-a

page | 52ChapterMenu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI6. Press the Select button to select the Mirror option. The current

page | 53Menu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIFade In-OutAdds a 1 second transition to Window A and another window, when s

page | 54Menu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI6. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight Fade In-Out.7. Press the Select but

page | 55Menu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIChroma KeySee Using Chroma Key for more information about the chroma key pro

page | 56Menu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI6. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the Minimum R option.7. Press the S

page | 57ChapterMenu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIChanging the IP Settings1. Press the Menu button on the front panel

page | 585. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the option to change. The Mode option will be highlighted, automatically.6. Once the desired option

page | 59 Re-link Use this option to attempt to re-link to the network using the current IP settings.Restore Defaults This option will reset t

3GSDI Audio EmbedderviiPacking ListThe 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI ships with the items listed below. If any of these items are not prese

page | 60Menu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIChanging the Telnet Settings1. Press the Menu button on the front panel or

page | 615. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the option to change. The Telnet Access option will be highlighted, automatically.6. Once the desir

page | 62Menu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMIChanging the UDP Settings1. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on

page | 63Menu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI5. Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to highlight the option to change. The UDP Acces

page | 64Menu SystemOperating the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI Byte Use the Byte 1 High, Byte 2, Byte 3, and Byte 4 Low options

page | 65System Settings1. Press the Menu button on the front panel or on the IR remote control. The menu system will be displayed.2. Use the ▲ or

ChapterMultiviewSeamless Switcher 03 Advanced OperationRS-232 and IP Conguration ...

page | 68ChapterRS-232 Interface Only TXD, RXD, and GND pins are used. RS-232 SettingsDescription SettingBaud rate19200Data bits8ParityNoneStop bits

page | 69ChapterRS-232 and IP CongurationIP / UDP CongurationThe 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI supports IP-based control using Telnet, UD

3GSDI Audio EmbedderTable of Contentsviii4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher for HDMI 01 Getting StartedPanel Layout ...

page | 70ChapterCommandsCommand Description#chromakeyEnables or disables chroma-keying#chromakey_colorThis command will be available in a future relea

page | 71ChapterCommand Description#set_prioritySets the priority for the specied window#set_saturationSet the saturation for the specied output#set

page | 72ChapterCommandsCommand Description#show_udp_remote_ipDisplays the current UDP remote IP address#show_udp_remote_portDisplays the current UDP

page | 73ChapterCommands#chromakeyThe #chromakey command enables or disables chroma-keying. This command is only applicable when viewing a single inp

page | 74ChapterCommands#display_telnet_welcomeThe #display_telnet_welcome command enables or disables the Telnet welcome message during a Telnet sess

page | 75Chapter#fadeThe #fade command enables or disables fade effects.Syntax#fade param1Parametersparam1 Value [0 ... 1]Value Description0Di

page | 76Chapter#fadefaultThe #fadefault command resets the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher to factory-default settings. Outputs are unmasked and all

page | 77Chapter#helpThe #help command displays the list of available RS-232 / Telnet commands. Help on a specic command can be displayed when using

page | 78Chapter#lock_aspectThe #lock_aspect command locks or unlocks the aspect ratio of all inputs. This command is only applicable when viewing mu

page | 79ChapterCommands#lock_edidThe #lock_edid command secures the Local EDID by disabling the automatic loading of the downstream EDID when the sw

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page | 80Chapter#maskThe #mask command masks the video on the specied output(s). Use the #unmask command to disable output masking. If param1 = 0,

page | 81Chapter#mirrorThe #mirror command enables or disables window mirroring. This command applies a horizontal transformation (rotated 180° about

page | 82Chapter#muteThe #mute command enables or disables audio muting on all outputs.Syntax#mute param1Parametersparam1 Value [0 ... 1] Value D

page | 83Chapter#powerThe #power command toggles power on the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher.Syntax#power param1Parametersparam1 Value [0 ... 1]

page | 84ChapterCommands#rebootThe #reboot command reboots the 4x1 Multiview Seamless Switcher. Executing this command is the equivalent of disconnec

page | 85Chapter#recall_presetThe #recall_preset command loads the routing preset.Syntax#recall_preset param1Parametersparam1 Preset [1 ... 10

page | 86ChapterCommands#save_presetThe #save_preset command saves the current routing state to a specied preset.Syntax#save_preset param1Parametersp

page | 87ChapterCommands#set_bank_nameThe #set_bank_name command names the specied bank.Syntax#set_bank_name param1 param2Parametersparam1 Bank

page | 88ChapterCommands#set_brightnessThe #set_brightness command sets the brightness level of the video signal on all outputs.Syntax#set_brightness

page | 89ChapterCommands#set_edidThe #set_edid command sets the specied EDID type to an input or bank.Syntax#set_edid param1 param2 param3 param4Para