IOGEAR GHSW8441/GHSW8481 4/8-Port 4K HDMI Switch User Guide
- June 4, 2024
- Iogear
Table of Contents
Quick Start Guide
4/8-Port 4K HDMI Switch
GHSW8441 / GHSW8481
PART NO. Q1529-a
Package Contents
1 x GHSW8441 / GHSW8481
1 x IR Remote Control
1 x IR Receiver Cable (GHSW8481 only)
1 x Power Adapter
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x Warranty Card
System Requirements
– HDMI output from source
– HDMI input to display
Introduction
The GHSW8441/GHSW8481 4/8-Port HDMI Switch allows you to quickly connect 4/8 HDMI sources to your HDMI display and easily switch between them via front panel pushbuttons, RS-232 or IR remote control. The front panel’s LEDs indicate the source device selected for the display at a glance. The GHSW8441/GHSW8481 supports True 4K of 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz (4:4:4), the newest resolution for high definition displays; Auto-Switching modes for auto port selection; Instant Switching for a smooth video transition between HDMI ports with increased efficiency; and features a built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial port that allows the switch to be controlled through a high-end controller, PC, and/or home automation/home theater software package.
Overview – GHSW8441
| 1. HDMI Input Port | 6. HDMI Output Port |
|---|---|
| 2. Port Selection Switch | 7. HDMI Input Ports |
| 3. Port LEDs | 8. RS-232 Serial Port |
| 4. IR Receiver | 9. On/Off Auto Switch |
| 5. Power Jack | 10. IR Extension Port |
IR Remote Control
- Port Up/Down Buttons
- Power On/Off Buttons (see note below)
- Port Selection Buttons
Note: The remote in this quick start guide covers multiple models and some features may not work on all models
Overview – GHSW8481
IR Remote Control
1. Port Selection Push Buttons| 6. On/Off Auto Switch| 11. Port Up/Down
Buttons
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2. Power Button| 7. HDMI Output Port| 12. Power On/Off Buttons(see note
below)
3. Power LED| 8. HDMI Input Ports| 13. Port Selection Buttons
4. Port LEDs| 9. IR Extension Port|
5. Power Jack| 10. RS-232 Serial Port
Note: The remote in this quick start guide covers multiple models and some features may not work on all models.
Hardware Installation
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Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI input port of the video display to the HDMI output port on the rear of the GHSW8441.
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Use HDMI cables to connect the HDMI output ports on the source devices to the HDMI input ports on the GHSW8441. Three
HDMI input ports are located on the rear of the switch; the fourth
The HDMI port is located on the front of the switch.
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To edit the GHSW8441/GHSW8481 system settings through the RS-232 port for hardware or software configuration.
RS-232 Serial
Interface
The GHSW8441’s built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial interface allows for system control from a high-end controller or from a PC. -
You can use the IR Extension Cable (GHSW8481 only) to connect to the IR port on the back of GHSW8481.
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Plug the power adapter cable into the Power Jack of the GHSW8441/GHSW8481.
Operation
Source Device Selection
The GHSW8441/GHSW8481 HDMI Switch offers a variety of methods for source
device selection from the front panel using pushbuttons, IR remote, or through
an RS-232 serial interface.
Manual Selection
To select a source device, press the port selection button that corresponds to
the port that it is connected to.
Remote Control Selection
To select a source device with the remote control, press the number button of
the connected port.
Alternatively, you can cycle through the available source devices by pushing
the Port Up or Port Down buttons of the remote control unit
Use the Port Up button to select the next available port in ascending order
(position from the left to the right of the front panel)
Use the Port Down button to select the next available port in descend- ing
order (position from the right to the left of the front panel)
Powering Off and Restarting
If you power off the GHSW8441/GHSW8481, follow the steps below before powering
it again
- Power off the attached devices
- Unplug the power adapter cable from the GHSW8441/GHSW8481
- Wait 10 seconds and then plug the power adapter cable back in.
- After GHSW8441/GHSW8481 is powered on, power on the attached devices
Compliance Information
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
FCC Caution:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Limited Warranty
This product carries a 3 Year Warranty. For the terms and conditions of this
warranty, please go to https://www.iogear.com/support/warranty
Register online at https://www.iogear.com/register
Important Product Information
Product Model————————————-
Serial Number——————————
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References
- IOGEAR :: HDMI Switch, PC to TV, Wireless Audio Video, KVM Switch, KVM, USB Switch, Video Splitter, Video Switch, KVM DVI, LCD KVM, Rackmount KVM
- Support Home Page
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- Product Registration - IOGEAR
- Warranty - IOGEAR
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