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1080P
16x16 3GSDI Matrix
GEF-3GSDI-16416
User Manual
www.gefenpro.com
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ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE Technical Support: Telephone (818) 772-9100 (800) 545-6900 Fax (818) 772-9120 Technical Support Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacifi c Time For 24 / 7 support, see the back of the product for the support number Write To: Gefen, LLC c/o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth, CA 91311 www.gefenpro.com support@gefenpro.com Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging, and any accompanying doc u men ta tion without
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Panel Layout 4 Front Panel 5 Front Panel Descriptions 6 Panel Layout 6 Back Panel 7 Back Panel Descriptions 8 Connecting And Operating The 16x16 3GSDI Matrix 8 Wiring Diagram 9 The Standby Screen 9 Displaying the Firmware Version 9 Displaying the Boot Loader Version 10 Switching between RS-232 and RS-485 Protocols 12 Displaying the Routing Status 12 Routing Sources 13 IR Remote Description 14 IR Remote Installation 15 IR Code Confi
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INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the 16x16 3GSDI Matrix. 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. Gefen’s reliable, plug-and-play products supplement cross-platform computer systems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes with hard-working solutions that are easy to implem
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OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE 16X16 3GSDI MATRIX • There is no internal scaling in the 16x16 3GSDI Matrix. All of the attached monitors must be able to display the resolutions output by the source devices. For maximum compatibility it is recommended that only one compatible/common resolution be used by all of the source devices. • Routing features can be accessed using RS-232 or using IP control. • IMPORTANT: If the unit is installed in a closed or multi
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FEATURES Features • Increases productivity • Supports resolutions up to 1080p, 1920x1200, and 2K. • Front panel control buttons for local switching. • Status LCD (shows routing status) • Serial interface for remote control via a computer or control automation devices supports RS-232 and RS-485 protocols. • IP Control • Discrete IR remote control • Output masking command • Seamless switching using external Genlock • Standby mode • Grounding pin • IR Sensor • IR Extender • Power On/Off switch • R
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PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 4 1 2 3 4 5 6
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Front Panel 1 LCD Display Displays the current routing status of the Matrix and is also used to manage source routing. 2 Power Switch Turn the power ON or OFF using this switch. 3 Control Buttons These buttons are used to navigate the LCD menu system. See pages 9 - 12 for more information. ◄ - Left ► - Right Select - Select 4 Cancel Button This button is used to return the user to the main status screen once a routing change has been initiated and the user decides to not
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PANEL LAYOUT Back Panel 6 7 6 9 8 1 2 3 4 5
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS Back Panel 1 Reference In Connector Connect an external reference to this connector. Bi-level (black burst) and tri- level sync are supported. 2 3G-SDI Output Ports (1 - 16) Connect 3G-SDI monitors to these ports. 3 Grounding Terminal Provides a discharge path to ground in case a short circuit occurs between the “hot” lead of the power supply and the enclosure of the Matrix. The grounding wire should be attached from the grounding terminal to an approved ground path. 4 RS
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 16X16 3GSDI MATRIX How to Connect the 16x16 3GSDI Matrix 1. Connect up to 16 3G-SDI source devices to the 3G-SDI inputs on the rear panel of the 16x16 3GSDI Matrix using SDI cables. 2. Connect up to 16 3G-SDI displays to the 3G-SDI outputs on the rear panel of the 16x16 3GSDI Matrix. 3. Connect the included power cord to the power input receptacle on the rear panel of the 16x16 3GSDI Matrix. Connect the opposite end of the cable into a open wall power socket. How
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 16X16 3GSDI MATRIX The Standby Screen The front panel of the 16x16 3GSDI Matrix has a 16 character 2 line LCD display. This display will shows the current routing status of the Matrix and will be used to perform routing commands and other operations. After the unit is powered on, the Standby Screen will be displayed: Displaying the Firmware Version Press the ◄ button to display the firmware version: Displaying the Boot Loader Version Press the ◄ button again to
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 16X16 3GSDI MATRIX Switching between RS-232 and RS-485 Protocols Press the ► button to display the serial interface selection screen: Use the ◄ or ► buttons to switch between RS-232 and RS-485 serial protocols. The current selection is indicated by the cursor. In the example above, RS-232 is the currently selected protocol. Once the protocol has been selected, press the Select button to save the changes. RS-232 If the RS-232 protocol is selected, the LCD will sh
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 16X16 3GSDI MATRIX In the example below, TERMINATION Off has been selected. The LCD will now show that the RS-485 protocol has been selected, along with the termination- type: Press the Cancel button to return to the Standby Screen. 11
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 16X16 3GSDI MATRIX Displaying the Routing Status From the main screen, press the Select button. When the arrow cursor is next to OUTPUT, pressing the ◄ or ► buttons on the front panel will show the current routing state of each input and output. The example below shows that Input 1 is routed to Output 1. Pressing the ► button again will display the routing state of output 2 and so on. Note that the number displayed next to INPUT may be different than the example
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IR REMOTE DESCRIPTION RMT-16416IR Remote Control Unit 1 2 1 Activity Indicator This LED will be activated momentarily each time a button is pressed. 2 Display and Source Selection Buttons (1 - 16) These buttons are used to select which source is routed to a monitor. Routing sources using the Remote Control unit Issuing a routing command is a two step process. The fi rst step is to select the monitor (1-16) to which the source will be routed. The second step is to select the source (1-16). Exa
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IR REMOTE INSTALLATION Installing the RMT-16416IR Battery 1. Remove the battery cover on the back of the IR Remote Control unit. 2. Insert the included battery into the open battery slot. The positive (+) side of the battery should be facing up. 3. Replace the battery cover. The Remote Control unit ships with two batteries. One battery is required for operation and the other battery is a spare. Battery Slot CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of u
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IR REMOTE CONFIGURATION How to Resolve IR Code Confl icts In the event that IR commands from other remote controls interfere with the supplied IR Remote Control unit, changing the IR channel on the IR Remote Control unit will fi x the problem. The IR Remote Control unit has a bank of DIP switches used for setting the IR channel. The DIP switch bank is located underneath the battery cover. Remote Channel 0: Remote Channel 1: Default 1 2 1 2 Remote Channel 2: Remote Channel 3: 1 2 1
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RS-232 SERIAL INTERFACE What features are available via the RS-232 serial communications port? The 16x16 3GSDI Matrix can accept commands through the RS-232 serial communications port located on the rear panel. The current RS-232 control features are: • Switching/routing of inputs to outputs without the RMT-16416IR remote control. How do I use these features? These features were initially intended for utilization by custom installers in automated setups. However, these features can be tested
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RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL RS-232 Features RS-232 remote functions are used to control this product’s features. Features include input / output routing and reference signal functions . These features are available only through the use of the serial port. Functions Syntax The syntax for each function is always the same: #Function name → Space ( _ ) as function name end fl ag → Parameter 1 → Space → Parameter 2 → Parameter n → Carriage Return ( \r ) → Sample: #FunctionName_param1_param2_param3_param4
