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Dual Link DVI
to Mini DP Converter
GTV-DVIDL-2-MDP
User Manual
Dual Link DVI
to Mini DP Converter
GTV-DVIDL-2-MDP
User Manual User Manual
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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 to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, Pacifi c Time. Write To: Gefen LLC c/o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth, CA 91311 www.gefentv.com support@gefentv.com Notice Gefen LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging and any accompanying doc u men ta tion without prior written notice. Dual Link DVI to Mini DP Converter is a tradema
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Front Panel Layout 5 Front Panel Descriptions 6 Back Panel Layout 7 Back Panel Descriptions 8 Connecting and Operating the Dual Link DVI to Mini DP Converter 9 EDID Management 10 Specifi cations 11 Warranty CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Front Panel Layout 5 Front Panel Descriptions 6 Back Panel Layout 7 Back Panel Descriptions 8 Connecting and Operating the Dual Link DVI to Mini DP Converter 9 EDID Management 10 Speci
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INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the Dual Link DVI to Mini DP Converter. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. GefenTV GefenTV is a unique product line catering to the growing needs for innovative home theater solutions. We specialize in total integration for your home theater, while also focusing on going above and beyond customer expectations to ensure you get the most from your hardware. We invite you to explore our distinct product line and hope you fi nd your
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OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE GEFENTV DUAL LINK DVI TO MINI DP CONVERTER • EDID contains the capabilities of a display device in regards to audio and video resolutions. This information is used by the source device to determine the format of the output signal. The GefenTV Dual Link DVI to Mini DP Converter has advanced EDID management features to ensure complete compatibility with all sources and display devices. The pass-through EDID (Mode 3) is used by
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FEATURES Features • Converts Dual Link DVI to DisplayPort using the Mini DisplayPort connector interface • Supports resolutions up to 2560x1600 (max) • Advanced EDID Management: Mode 1: 2560x1600, Mode 2: 2560x1400, Mode 3: pass-through • Audio Input Jack • Powered using USB • Field upgradable using USB • Durable, compact form factor Package Includes (1) Dual Link DVI to Mini DP Converter (1) USB cable (A-B) (1) User Manual 3 FEATURES Features • Converts Dual Link DVI to DisplayPort using the
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FRONT PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 12 3 4 FRONT PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 12 3 4
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FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 EDID Mode Button Used to select the EDID mode: Mode 1, Mode 2, or Mode 3. See page 9 for details. 2 Sync Indicator This LED glow bright blue when the Converter is connected between the computer and the display. 3 EDID Mode Indicators These LED indicators display the current EDID mode that has been selected. See page 9 for details. 5 FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 EDID Mode Button Used to select the EDID mode: Mode 1, Mode 2, or Mode 3. See page 9 for details. 2 Sync I
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BACK PANEL LAYOUT Back Panel 34 12 6 BACK PANEL LAYOUT Back Panel 34 12 6
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BACK PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 Audio Input Jack Connect a 3.5 mm mini-stereo cable to this jack to include audio signals on the Mini DisplayPort cable. 2 DVI In Connect a dual link DVI cable from the computer to this DVI-I connector. 3 Mini DP Out Connect a Mini DisplayPort cable from this connector to the display. 4 USB For Power Connect the included USB cable from the computer to this USB port. The USB cable supplies the power for the Converter. 7 BACK PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 Audio Input Jack Conn
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE DUAL LINK DVI TO MINI DP CONVERTER How to Connect the Dual Link DVI to Mini DP Converter 1. Connect the dual link DVI source to the GefenTV Dual Link DVI to Mini DP Converter using a dual link DVI cable. 2. Connect a Mini DisplayPort cable (sold separately) from the Mini DP Out jack to the display’s Mini DisplayPort connector. A DisplayPort cable can be used to connect to the display using a Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort adapter or cable. 3. Connect the USB cab
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EDID MANAGEMENT Advanced EDID Modes The following information should be used when troubleshooting the Dual Link DVI to Mini DP Converter. This product features EDID Management. Before the source can send video signals to the display, the source devices reads the EDID (Extended Display Identifi cation Data) of the display connected to the output. The EDID contains information about what resolutions and timings that the source can send to the display. Press the EDID button on the front panel
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SPECIFICATIONS DVI Connector...............................................................................................................DVI-I 29 pin, female USB Connector..................................................................................................................................Type B Audio Input Connector....................................................................................................3.5 mm mini-stereo Output Connector..................................
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WARRANTY 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 notifi ed 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 modifi cations. Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of pa
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Rev A3 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefentv.com support@gefentv.com Pb Rev A3 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefentv.com support@gefentv.com Pb
