gofanco G4-0112A 2×4 HDMI 2.0 Splitter Extender User Guide

gofanco G4-0112A 2×4 HDMI 2.0 Splitter Extender User Guide

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Important Safety Notices

Please read safety instructions carefully before installation and operation.

• Please pay close attention to all warnings and hints for this device
• Do not expose this unit to rain, heavy moisture, or liquid
• Do not put any items into the device or attempt to modify its operation
• Do not repair the device or open the enclosure without professional guidance to avoid electric shocks. Doing so may void your warranty
• Keep the product in a well-ventilated location to avoid damage from overheating
• Shut off power and make sure environment is safe before installation
• Do not plug the HDMI cables and IR cables in/out when the device is in use to avoid cable damage. Make sure they are plugged into the correct ports
• Use the included power adapter only. Make sure the specification matches if using 3rd-party DC power adapters

Introduction

The 2×4 HDMI 2.0 Splitter/Extender distributes HDMI signals from one of two source devices to 4 CAT6/7 outputs and one HDMI output (loopout).

Features

• Distributes HDMI signals from one of two inputs to 4 CAT6/7 outputs and one HDMI output (loopout)
• CAT6/7 outputs: Up to 80m (262ft) at 1080p and 70m (230ft) at 4K
• HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 compliant. 18Gbps bandwidth and supports up to 4K@60Hz YUV 4:4:4
• Supports bi-directional IR control, PoC, comprehensive EDID management, cascade connection, and 4K to 1080p downscaling
• Supports auto-switching based on 5V or TMDS detection
• Controllable by front panel buttons, IR, and RS232

Installation Requirements

• HDMI source devices (DVD player, set top box, PC, etc.)
• HDMI displays (SDTV/Monitor, HDTV/Monitor, projector, etc.)
• HDMI cables (not included)
• CAT cables (not included)

Package Contents

2×4 HDMI 2.0 Splitter/Extender

• 1x 2×4 HDMI 2.0 Splitter/Extender
• 4x Plastic cushions
• 4x IR Receiver cables
• 1x IR Emitter cable
• 1x RS232 Cable (3-pin to DB9)
• 1x IR cable (3.5mm (m) to 3.5mm (m)) used for IR cascade
• 1x Power adapter (12V/2A)
• Surface mount accessories
• 1x User guide

CAT 6/7 Receiver

• 4x CAT6/7 Receivers

Product Layout]

Figure 1: 2×4 HDMI 2.0 Splitter/Extender Front Panel Layout

1| Power LED| Off: No power

On: Splitter/Extender is powered on

Blinking: Splitter/Extender is in standby mode

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2| HDMI Input LED| On: HDMI input signal detected

Flashing: HDMI input source not detected

3| Select Button| Press to switch to the next source device

Press and hold for 3 seconds to switch between manual switching mode and automatic switching mode

4| EDID DIP Switch| Select between Lo-Res, Default, Hi-Res modes. See EDID Management.

Figure 2: 2×4 HDMI 2.0 Splitter/Extender Rear Panel Layout

PoC to power the receiver. The orange LED illuminates when an HDMI signal is detected. The green LED illuminates when powered on
3| IR All In| Connects to IR Receiver cable. Sends IR signals to all CAT 6/7 Receivers to control all the display devices.

Connects to the IR Loop Out of the previous Splitter/Extender for cascading

IR In (1-4)| Connects to IR emitter cable. Sends IR signals to the respective CAT 6/7 Receiver to control the display device
4| IR Out| 3.5mm jack for controlling the source device from the CAT 6/7 Receivers
IR Loop Out| Connects to the IR All In port of the next splitter
RS232| Connects to the control PC using an RS232 cable (cable not included)
FW| USB Type-A port for firmware update
5| S/PDIF Audio Out| Toslink output for audio de-embedding from the HDMI output
L/R Audio Out| 3.5mm analog stereo audio output for audio de- embedding from the HDMI output
6| DC 24V| Connects to the included 24V power adapter

Figure 3: CAT 6/7 Receiver Front and Back Panel Layout

cable. It supports PoC to power the CAT 6/7 Receiver over CAT cable
Orange LED: On when an HDMI signal is detected
Green LED: On when the receiver is powered on
3| IR In| Connects to the IR receiver cable
4| IR Out| Connects to the IR emitter cable

Hardware Installation

1. Power off all devices including your HDMI source(s) and HDMI display(s).
2. Connect your HDMI source device(s) to the 2×4 HDMI 2.0 Splitter/Extender’s HDMI Input connector(s) with HDMI cable(s) (HDMI cables not included).
3. Connect your CAT cables between the Splitter/ Extender and CAT 6/7 Receivers.
4. Optional: Connect an HDMI display to the HDMI Output connector of the Splitter/Extender using an HDMI cable (HDMI cable not included). This connection is needed only if you require local monitoring of the HDMI signal.
5. Connect an HDMI display to each CAT 6/7 Receiver’s HDMI Out connector with an HDMI cable (HDMI cables not included).
6. Optional: Connect the IR Receiver cables and the IR Emitter cable to the IR interface ports. This connection is needed only if you need to control your HDMI devices from the remote location. See IR Control, starting on page 11, for proper IR connection.
7. Plug the included power adapter into the Splitter/ Extender ‘s Power Jack, then plug the power adapter into a reliable power outlet. Note: The CAT 6/7 Receivers do not need power adapters, they can be powered from the Splitter/Extender over CAT cable with PoC technology.
8. Power on your HDMI source device(s) and HDMI display(s). The Splitter/Extender is ready for use.

Application Diagram

The application diagram shows the most typical input and output devices used with the Splitter/Extender.

Figure 4: Application Diagram

CAT Cable Wiring

We suggest both RJ-45 connectors be wired identically using T568B wiring standard for the best performance and compatibility.

Both connectors must be wired identically, to T568B standard.

Note: You may use cat5e. cat6 UTP (cat6 preferred) in conjunction with the HDEfeseT output: however for best performance use cat6a or cat7 (particularly in electrically noisy environments). The maximum distances & transmission performance for HDMI and HOST may be compromised by cable quality. patch panels. poor termination. wall plates. cable kinks and electrical interferences. Generally ensure the cat cable is solid copper core of 23AWG (avoid CCA type), in one straight run (avoid/minimise patches) and avoid close proximity to any noisy electrical sources.

Source Device Switching

Manual Switching

Press the Select button to switch to the next source device, the corressponding input LED will light up.

Auto Switching

Press and hold down the Select button for at least 3 seconds to enable auto- switching mode. The operating parameters are shown below.

• The Splitter/Extender will switch to the first available active input starting with HDMI In 1
• New Input: When a new source device is detected, the Splitter/Extender will automatically switch to it
• Source Removed: When an active source is removed, the Splitter/Extender will switch to the first available active source
• Power Off: The Splitter/Extender saves the last configuration before powering off. If the last switching mode is auto switching, the splitter will automatically enter auto switching mode when it is restarted. Then if the last selected source input is still available, the Splitter/Extender will switch to it. Otherwise, it will switch to the first available active source input.

IR Control

Provides IR control of the connected devices. The IR feature is bi-directional so either the source device or the display device(s) can be remotely controlled.

Controlling the Source Device

1. Connect an IR Emitter Cable to the IR Out port of the Splitter/Extender.
2. Point the IR Emitter Cable’s IR eye in line with the source device’s IR window.
3. Connect an IR Receiver Cable to the IR In port on each CAT 6/7 Receiver.

Figure 5: Source Device IR Control Connection Diagram

Controlling the Display Device(s) using IR In

Allows you to remotely control each display individually.

1. Connect an IR Receiver Cable to the IR In port of the Splitter/Extender.
2. Connect an IR Emitter Cable to the IR Out port on each CAT 6/7 Receiver.
3. Point the IR Emitter Cable’s IR eye in line with the display’s IR window.

Figure 6: Display Device IR Control Connection Diagram

Controlling the Display Device(s) using IR All In Port

Allows remote controlling of all of the display devices simultaneously.

1. Connect an IR Receiver Cable to the IR All In port of the Splitter/Extender.
2. Connect an IR Emitter Cable to the IR Out port on each CAT 6/7 Receiver.
3. Point the IR Emitter Cable’s IR eye in line with the display’s IR window.

Figure 7: Display Device IR Control Connection Diagram

Note The IR All In will relay the received IR signal to all the CAT 6/7 outputs whereas the IR IN connectors associated with each CAT 6/7 output will only relay the IR signal to its respective CAT 6/7 Receiver. The IR All In can also be connected to the IR Loop Out of another Splitter/Extender when two or more units (up to a maximum of five) are connected in a cascade mode while using only a single IR detector at the start of the cascade connection.

The IR Out connector will output the IR signals received from any of the CAT 6/7 Receivers, so as to allow control of a source from any of the remote CAT 6/7 Receivers.

EDID Management

EDID is used by the source device to match the video resolution to the connected display(s). The source device obtains its EDID from the 1st connected display as default setting. However, since displays with different capabilities are often connected to the Splitter/Extender, the EDID DIP switch can be used to set the EDID to a fixed value to offer the best compatiblity accross all connected displays.

Front Panel EDID Switch

L. RES| The Extender/Splitter reads EDID from all connected displays, and then the source device will automatically use the EDID from the display with the lowest resolution
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Default| The factory default EDID is 4K@60Hz, deep color, stereo audio
H. RES| The Extender/Splitter reads EDID from all connected displays, and then the source device will automatically use the EDID from the display with the highest resolution

Resolution Downscaling

The Splitter/Extender supports 4K resolution downscaling for compatibility with 1080p display devices shown in the table below.

| Input| Output
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#| Resolution| Refresh| Color

Space

| Downscale| 1080p Specs
1| 3840×2160| 60| 4:4:4| Support| 1080p@60Hz 4:4:4
2| 3840×2160| 30| 4:4:4| Support| 1080p@30Hz 4:4:4
3| 3840×2160| 24| 4:4:4| Support| 1080p@24Hz 4:4:4
4| 3840×2160| 60| 4:2:0| Support| 1080p@60Hz 4:4:4
5| 3840×2160| 50| 4:2:0| Support| 1080p@50Hz 4:4:4
6| 3840×2160| 60| 4:2:2| Support| 1080p@60Hz 4:4:4
7| 3840×2160| 50| 4:2:2| Support| 1080p@50Hz 4:4:4
8| 3840×2160| 30| 4:2:2| Support| 1080p@30Hz 4:4:4
9| 3840×2160| 24| 4:2:2| Support| 1080p@24Hz 4:4:4

RS232 Control

Connect the control PC’s RS232 serial port to the Splitter/ Extender’s RS232 port using the included RS232 cable.

RS232 Control Software

Works with most serial command and monitoring software such as CommWatch

• Download CommWatch or the serial command software of your choice
• Installation: Copy the control software files and paste them to the hard drive of your PC
• Uninstallation: Delete all control software files from the PC

Basic Settings

1. Connect all input and output devices as needed, then connect the PC to the Splitter.
2. Double click the software icon to run the control software. The icon is shown below.

The examples shown on this page and the following page are from CommWatch serial command software.

Control Software Interface

Set the COM port, Baud rate, data bit, stop bit, and parity. Enter commands into the Command Sending Area.

RS232 Commands

The splitter and compatible receivers features RS232 ports to transmit RS232 signals from computer to control far-end third-party devices by using 3-pin to DB9 cable and a RS232 control software, such as docklight. After installing the RS232 control software, please set the parameters of COM number, bound rate, data bit, stop bit and the parity bit correctly. Compatible receivers must be able to communicate at 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, or 115200 baud. The splitter requires the following communication protocol parameters: Baud rate: 9600 (default) Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none

Note

All commands need to be ended with “”. In the commands, “[”and “]” are not needed to be typed in actual operation. Type the command carefully, it is case-sensitive.

System Commands

<Model:HDExt24-HD20

GetDeviceModel| Get the product’s name.| <Model:HDExt24-HD20
SetDeviceModeIRst| Reboot the device| >SetDeviceModelRst
<DeviceModeIRst

Signal Switching Commands

<Video 01

Signal Switching Commands Cont’d

<Video 01

SetAutoSwitch [Param]| Enable or Disable auto switching.

Param = On, Off

On — Enable
Off – Disable

| >SetAutoSwitch On
<AutoSwitch On

GetAutoSwitch| Get the auto switching status.| >GetAutoSwitch
SetSignalDetect [Param]| Set signal detection mode. param = 5V, TMDS| SetSignalDetect 5V
<SignalDetectMode 5V
GetSignalDetect| Get signal detection mode.| >GetSignalDetect
<SignalDetectMode 5V
SetSystemStandbyMo de [Param]| Enable or disable standby mode. param= On, Off| >SetSystemStandbyMode On
<SystemStandbyMode On
> GetSystemStandbyMo **de| Get the status of standby mode.| GetSystemStandbyMode
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<SystemStandbyMode On
> SetSystemStandbyMo **deTime: [Param]| Set the delay time to send standby commands after input signal removed. param = 1 – 10 min| SetSystemStandbyModeTime: 10
<SystemStandbyModeTime: 10min
> GetSystemStandbyMo **deTime| Set the delay time to send standby commands after input signal removed.| >GetSystemStandbyModeTime
<SystemStandbyModeTime: 10min
> SetSystemPowerMode **[Param]| Set system on or standby mode. param= On, Off| >SetSystemPowerMode On
<SystemPowerMode On
Command| Function| Command Example and Feedback
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GetSystemPowerMode| Get the system power status.| >GetSystemPowerMode
<SystemPowerMode On
SetRS232Baud [Param]| Set the baud rate of splitter.

param = 115200 57600 38400 19200 9600

| >SetRS232Baud 115200
<SetRS232Baud 115200

GetRS232Baud| Get the baud rate of splitter.| <GetRS232Baud

CEC Commands

> SetCecSrcMenu **[Param]**| Send CEC MENU command to source device.

Param = 01. 02

01 —HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcMenu 01
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<CecSrcMenu 01
> SetCecSrcUp [Param]| Send CEC UP command to source device.

Param = 01, 02

01 — HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcUp 01
<CecSroMenu 01
> SetCecSrcDown **[Param]**| Send CEO DOWN command to source device.

Param = 01, 02

01 — HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcDown 01
<CecSrcDown 01
> SetCecSrcLeft [Param]| Send CEC LEFT command to source device.

Param = 01, 02

01 — HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcLeft 01
<CecSrcLeft 01

SetCecSrcRight [Param]| Send CEO RIGHT command to source device.

Param = 01, 02

01 — HDMI1

| >SetCecSrcRight 01
<CecSrcRight 01

CEC Commands Cont’d

| 02 — HDMI2|
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SetCecSrcBack [Param]| Send CEC BACK command to source device.

Param = 01. 02

01 — HDMI1

02 —1-1DMI2

| >SetCecSrcBack 01
<CecSrcBack 01

SetCecSrcEnter [Param]| Send CEC ENTER command to source device.

Param = 01. 02

01 —11DMI1

02 —11DMI2

| >SetCecSrcEnter 01
<CecSrcEnter 01

SetCecSrcOn [Param]| Send CEC ON command to source device.

Param = 01, 02

01 — HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcOn 01
<CecSrcOn 01

SetCecSrcOff [Param]| Send CEC OFF command to source device.

Param = 01. 02

01 — HDMI1

02 —1-1DMI2

| >SetCecSrcOff 01
<CecSrcOff 01
> SetCecSrcStop **[Param]**| Send CEC STOP command to source device.

Param = 01.02

01 – HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcStop 01
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<CecSrcStop 01
> SetCecSrcPlay **[Param]**| Send CEC PLAY command to source device.

Param = 01.02

01 — HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcPlay 01
<CecSrcPlay 01
> SetCecSrcPause **[Param]**| Send CEC PAUSE command to source device.

Param = 01, 02

01 — HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcPause 01
<CecSrcPause 01

SetCecSrcPrev [Param]| Send CEC PREV command to source device.

Param = 01, 02

01 — HDMI 1

| >SetCecSrcPrev 01
<CecSrcPrev 01
| 02 — HDMI2|
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SetCecSrcNext [Param]| Send CEC NEXT command to source device.

Param = 01, 02

01 — HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcNext 01
<CecSrcNext 01

SetCecSrcRewind [Param]| Send CEC REWIND command to source device.

Param = 01, 02

01 — HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcRemind 01
<CecSrcRewind 01

SetCecSrcFastForward [Param]| Send CEC Fast-forward command to source device.

Param = 01, 02

01 — HDMI1

02 — HDMI2

| >SetCecSrcFastForward 01
<CecSrcFastForward 01

SetCecDIsplayOn [Param]| Send CEC ON command to display devices.| SetCecDisplayOn
<CecDisplayOn
SetCecDlsplayOff [Param]| Send CEC OFF command to display devices.| SetCecDisplayOff
<CecDisplayOff

FAQ & Troubleshooting

Q: Poor video quality or no video signal on display:
A1 : Check whether the HDMI cables are connected properly and are in good working condition.
A2 : Make sure the resolution of the display is compatible with the splitter’s resolution

Q: No HDMI signal output from the CAT 6/7 connectors while the local HDMI out port is working normally:
A1 : Check whether the HDMI cables are connected properly and are in good working condition.

Q: Splash screen on the displays:
A1 : Cause by damaged or low quality HDMI cables. Change to a higher quality HDMI cable.

Specifications

2×4 HDMI 2.0 Splitter/Extender

Video Input

Input| (1) HDMI
Input Connector| (1) Female type A HDMI
HDMI Input Resolution| Up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit
Video Output
Output| (1) HDMI, (4) CAT
Output Connector| (1) Female type A HDMI; (4) RJ45
HDMI Output Resolution| Up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4
CAT Output Resolution| Up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 (Signal has been compressed.)
SPDIF Audio Output
Audio Output| (1) SPDIF
Audio Output Connector| (1) Toslink
Audio Format| LPCM 2ch, Dolby Digital 2ch, 5.1ch, 7.1ch, Dolby TureHD 7.1ch, DTS 2ch, 5.1ch
Output Level| ±0.05dBFS
Frequency Response| 20Hz -20kHz, ±1dB
THD+N| < 0.05%, 20Hz -20kHz bandwidth, 1 kHz sine at OdBFS level (or max level)
SNR| > 90dB, 20Hz -20kHz bandwidth
Crosstalk Isolation| > 70dB, 10kHz sine at OdBFS level (or max level before clipping)
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Noise| -90dB
Stereo Balanced LJR Audio Output
Audio Output| (1) Stereo balanced UR audio
Audio Output Connector| (1) 5-pin terminal block
Audio Format| PCM
Frequency Response| 20Hz -20kHz, ±1dB
Max output level| 2.0Vrms ± 0.5dB.
THD+N| < 0.05%, 20Hz -20kHz bandwidth, 1 kHz sine at OdBFS level (or max level)
SNR| > 80dB, 20Hz -20kHz bandwidth
Crosstalk Isolation| > 70 dB, 10kHz sine at OdBFS level (or max level before clipping)
L-R Level Deviation| < 0.3 dB, 1kHz sine at OdBFS level (or max level before clipping)
Output Load Capability| 1kohm and higher (supports 10x paralleled 10kohm loads)
Noise| – 80dB

2×4 HDMI 2.0 Splitter/Extender Cont’d

Control|
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Control port| /| (1) EDID, (1) FIRMWARE, (1) IR ALL IN, (4) IR IN, (1) IR LOOP OUT, (1) IR OUT. (1) RS232 IN
Control Connector| /| (1) 3-pin DIP switch, (1) USB-A, (7) 3.5mm mini jacks, (1) 3-pin terminal block
General|
HDMI Standard| /| 2.0
HDCP Version| /| 2.2
PoC| /| 12V PoC power for the receiver
Transmission Distance| /| 4K –.C, 70 meters (230ft), 41Q1080p = 70 meters (230ft)
Operation Temperature| /| -10 – +55°C
Storage Temperature| /| -25- +70°C
Relative Humidity| /| 10% – 90%
AC Adapter Input Power| /| 100V–240V AC. 50/60Hz
Input Power| /| 12V DC 2A
Power Consumption| /| 14.5W (Max)
Dimension (WHD)| /| 200mm x 44mm x 130mm
Net Weight| /| 855g

Note: SPDIF  audio output does not support DTS- HD master Audio and Dolby TrueHD

CAT 6/7 Receiver

Video

Input| (1) CAT
Input Connector| (1) RJ45
Input Resolution| Up to 4K@60Hz 4:2:0
Output| (1) HDMI
Output Connector| (1) Type-A female HDMI
Output Resolution| Up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit HDR10
Control
Control Part| (1) IR In. (1) IR Out
Control Connector| (2) 3.5mm jacks
General
Bandwidth| 18Gbps
HDMI Standard| 2.0

CAT 6/7 Receiver Cont’d

Note: Please adopt quality CAT Ethernet cable compliant with CAT5e or higher standard for reliable transmission.

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