RS-232 SERIAL CONTROL INTERFACE

What features are available via the RS-232 serial communications port?

The GefenPRO 16x16 DVI 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 IR remote control.

Managing the EDID bank and EDID that is loaded into the LOCAL EDID.

Upload new EDID’s to the EDID bank or directly to the LOCAL EDID location.

Manage IP settings.

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 and used by using any Windows PC with a terminal program.

What pins are used for communication with the GefenPRO 16x16 DVI Matrix?

Only pins 2 (Receive), 3 (Transmit), and 5 (Ground) are used for communication. A null-modem adapter should not be used with this product.

5 4 3 2 1

1 2 3 4 5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9 8 7 6

6 7 8 9

Only Pins 2 (RX), 3 (TX), and 5 (Ground) are used on the RS-232 serial interface

 

 

 

 

 

RS-232 Settings

Bits per second

19200

Data bits

8

Parity

 

 

 

None

Stop bits

1

Flow Control

 

 

 

None

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Gefen EXT-DVI-16416 manual RS-232 Serial Control Interface, How do I use these features?