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Gefen TV Switcher

Automatic 1x4 HDMI v1.3 Switching for up to 4 Sources

The Gefen TV Switcher is the perfect companion to the Apple TV, as well as Blu-ray Disc, HD DVD, DVD, satellite receivers, HDTV set top boxes, or any HDMI-enabled equipment.

This high quality HDMI 1.3 switch provides automatic (and manual) electronic switching so that four HDMI sources can be connected to a single monitor input - you can easily switch your HDTV display between four HDMI sources.

With HDMI v1.3 support for video up to 1080p and full HDCP-compliance, this switcher is ready for just about anything!

In addition to the automatic switching feature, the GTV-HDMI1.3-441 also comes with an IR remote control.  The remote control has discrete codes so that it can easily be controlled by universal remote controls/macros.

The switcher works equally well with HDMI or DVI video, so any mix of HDMI and DVI equipment is possible.  The package includes HDMI/HDMI cables, but we can substitute HDMI/DVI conversion cables at no additional cost - just specify your choice when you check out.  If you do not specify, we will ship all cables with HDMI/HDMI terminations.

Gefen's description

4x1 Gefen tv Switcher

Switch 4 HDMI v1.3 Sources With Ease

The Gefen TV Switcher is a perfect companion to the Apple TV. It routes high definition video in multiple resolutions up to 1080p plus multi-channel digital audio from any of four sources (supporting HDMI v1.3). Input sources are set top boxes, HD-DVD, Blu-Ray players, game consoles and computers etc... The single HDMI v1.3 output sends the selected source to a High-Definition display. Selection of sources is done via the provided remote control or by auto switching to the last source that turned the power ON.

Automatic Switching

The current video source selection is always remembered. When a new source is connected and powered on, the Switcher temporarily routes that signal to the display. Should the new device lose power, the previous selection is restored. This feature is useful for temporarily verifying the functionality of new equipment.

Fully HDCP Compliant

HDCP (high bandwidth digital content protection) is a digital rights management protocol encoded into the video signal to prevent it from being copied. If a source device sends HDCP-encoded video and is connected to a display device that lacks the proper decoding mechanism, the picture is changed to "snow" or in some cases, very low (480P) resolutions. In order to see high resolution digital video, both source and display (and anything in between) must be equipped with equipment that can decode HDCP.
 

How it works

You simply connect all of your HDMI sources to the Switcher's inputs, then connect the Display on the HDMI output port. Once the Sources, the Switcher and the Display are powered and connected, you simply select which Source you want to view using the Infra-Red (IR) remote. An automatic switching feature remembers the last input chosen between power-ups and temporary channel changes.

Note: This HDMI product supports both Audio and Video content embedded within the HDMI cable as a complete unified signal. The product also extends the range of the HDMI signal by amplifying the signal at the output.

DVI, HDCP & HDMI Defined

Package Includes:

  • The Gefen TV Switcher
  • RMT-4IR Remote Control
  • Four 6-foot cables (HDMI )
  • 5VDC Power Supply
  • User's Manual
Features:
  • Switch easily between any four HDMI™ sources
  • Extends the range of HDMI™ compliant devices by improving the HDMI signal
  • Maintains high resolution video - beautiful, sharp HDTV resolutions up to 1080p, 2k, and computer resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 are easily achieved
  • Discrete IR remote (included)
  • HDMI™ pass-through
  • HDCP pass-through
  • HDMI 1.3 Compliant

Specifications:

  • Video Amplifier Bandwidth: 340MHZ
  • Input Video Signal: 1.2 volts p-p
  • Input DDC Signal: 5 volts p-p (TTL)
  • Single Link Range: 1080p/60 16 bit color depth, 1920x1200.
  • HDMI Connector: type A 19 pin female
  • Power Supply: 5V DC
  • Power Consumption: 10 watts (max)
  • Dimensions: 6.9"W x 2.1"H x 6.9"D
  • Shipping Weight: 6 lbs.
Why Cable Solutions?
In-stock items are ready for immediate shipment, and no one works harder than we do to get your order shipped out to you fast!  On business days, orders that are funded by noon will ship the same day.  Orders funded on weekends or holidays will ship the next business day.

Customer service is our first priority.  We do our best to help you find the best solutions for your particular application.  We're enthusiasts too, so we know what it's like to wait for cables and accessories that are needed to hook up new gear.  We also know how important it is to be able to get a response when you need help, so you'll often find us working long hours in an effort to get you the answers that you need.

Design excellence, high quality materials, meticulous workmanship, and superior service...put it all together and you get a superior product.  Don't get stuck with bad advice, poor service, slow shipment or an inferior product.  If you want the best, here it is.

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SKU Number:
GTV-HDMI1.3-441
MSRP: $199.00

Our Price: 179.10

 

Click on any of the pictures below for a closer view!

Gefen TV Switcher front - Click here for a closer look!
Gefen GTV-HDMI1.3-441
The IR sensor is at the lower left.  The window that runs horizontally across the front panel houses LED indicators for power and input selection status.



Gefen TV Switcher back - Click here for a closer look!
Here is the back.  From left to right, you can see an EQ button (for video pre-emphasis), a manual input selection button, the HDMI output, HDMI outputs 1 through 4, and the power connector.



Gefen Remote Control - Click here for a closer look!
Here is the included infrared remote control.



Gefen TV Switcher Included Items - Click here for a closer look!
Here is what comes in the box.  Clockwise, starting in the lower -left corner, you can see four 6-foot HDMI cables, owners manual and warranty card, the switcher unit itself, two batteries and remote control (on top of the switcher), universal power supply, and three additional interchangeable plug modules for use outside of the USA.



Gefen TV Switcher box - Click here for a closer look!
Here is the box.



Gefen TV Switcher manual - Click here to download in PDF format
Here is the user manual in PDF format.