Safety Precautions
To ensure the best from the product, please read all instructions carefully before using the device. Save this manual for further reference.
- Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for possible future shipment
- Follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.
- Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module. It may result in electrical shock or burn.
- Using supplies or parts not meeting the products’ specifications may cause damage, deterioration or malfunction.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
- To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or install this product near water.
- Do not put any heavy items on the extension cable in case of protrusion.
- Do not remove the housing of the device as opening or removing the housing may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
- Install the device in a place with sufficient ventilation to avoid damage caused by overheat.
- Keep the module away from liquids.
- Spillage into the housing may result in fire, electrical shock, or equipment damage. If an object or liquid falls or spills on to the housing, unplug the module immediately.
- Do not twist or pull by force ends of the optical cable. It can cause malfunction.
- Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.
- Unplug the power cord when left unused for a long period of time.
- Information on disposal for scrapped devices: do not burn or mix with general household waste, please treat them as normal electrical wastes.
Product Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the PT-SP-HD124DA. The 1x24 splitter can distribute one HDMI input to twenty-four HDMI outputs. The distribution amp supports HDMI V2.0, 4K signals up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, HDR 10, Dolby Vision and features advanced EDID management option using 4-pin DIP switch on the front panel of the unit. The PT-SP-HD124DA offers downscaling so a 4K video input can automatically be down scaled to a 1080p output when connecting a display that only supports resolutions up to 1080p. Stereo analog L/R audio output is provided for audio de-embedding from HDMI input and the splitter supports CEC and RS232 control.
Features
- HDMI V2.0, 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit, HDR 10 and Dolby Vision.
- HDCP 2.2 compliant.
- Compatible with HDMI AOC cable, provides up to 5V100mA power on each output.
- Auto 4K to 1080p downscaling.
- Stereo analog L/R audio output for audio de-embedding from HDMI input.
- Smart EDID management and HDCP management.
- CEC and RS232 control.
Package List
- 1x PT-SP-HD124DA 1x24 Splitter
- 1x Power Adapter (24V DC, 1.25A)
- 2x Mounting Ears with 4 Screws
- 4x Plastic Cushions
- 1x User Manual
Note: Please contact your distributor immediately if any damage or defect in the components is found.
Specification
| Video | |
|---|---|
| Input | (1) HDMI |
| Input Connector | (1) Type-A female HDMI |
| Input Video Resolution | Up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit, HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Output | (24) HDMI |
| Output Connector | (24) Type-A female HDMI |
| Output Video Resolution | Up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit, HDR10, Dolby Vision, supports 4K to 1080p down-scaling. |
| HDMI Output | Supports up to 5V100mA power for AOC cable. |
| HDMI Standard | V2.0 |
| HDCP Version | 2.2 |
| HDMI Audio Signal | LPCM 7.1 audio, Dolby Atmos®, Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Digital® Plus, DTS:X™, and DTS-HD® Master Audio™ pass-through. |
| Analog Audio Output | |
| Output | (1) AUDIO |
| Output Connector | (1) RCA (L+R) |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz~20kHz, ±1dB |
| Max output level | 2.0Vrms ± 0.5dB. 2V=16dB headroom above-10dBV (316mV) nominal consumer line level signal |
| THD+N | < 0.05%, 20Hz~20kHz bandwidth, 1kHz sine at 0dBFS level (or max level) |
| SNR | > 80dB, 20Hz~20kHz bandwidth |
| Crosstalk isolation | < -80dB, 10kHz sine at 0dBFS level (or max level before clipping) |
| L-R level deviation | < 0.05dB, 1kHz sine at 0dBFS level (or max level before clipping) |
| Output load capability | 1Kohm and higher (supports 10x paralleled 10Kohm loads) |
| Noise Level | - 80dB |
| Control Part | |
| Control Port | (1) EDID Switch, (1) FW, (1) RS232 |
| Control Connector | (1) 4-pin DIP switch, (1) Micro-USB, (1) Female DB9 |
|---|---|
| General | |
| Bandwidth | 18Gbps |
| Operation Temperature | -5℃ ~ +55℃ |
| Storage Temperature | -25℃ ~ +70℃ |
| Relative Humidity | 10%-90% |
| External Power Supply | Input: AC 100~240V, 50/60Hz; Output: 24V DC 1.25A |
| Power Consumption | 29W (Max) |
| Dimension (W*H*D) | 360mm x 40mm x 125mm |
| Net Weight | 1.44KG |
Video Resolution Down-scaling
The splitter supports video resolution downscaling, the 4K input can be automatically degraded to 1080p output for compatibility with 1080p display, shown in the below chart.
| Input – Resolution | Input – Refresh | Output – Color Space | Output – Downscale 1080p Specs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3840x2160 | 60 | 4:4:4 | Support 1080p@60Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 50 | 4:4:4 | Support 1080p@50Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 30 | 4:4:4 | Support 1080p@30Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 25 | 4:4:4 | Support 1080p@25Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 24 | 4:4:4 | Support 1080p@24Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 23 | 4:4:4 | Support 1080p@23Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 60 | 4:2:0 | Support 1080p@60Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 50 | 4:2:0 | Support 1080p@50Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 30 | 4:2:0 | Support 1080p@30Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 25 | 4:2:0 | Support 1080p@25Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 24 | 4:2:0 | Support 1080p@24Hz 4:4:4 |
| 3840x2160 | 23 | 4:2:0 | Support 1080p@23Hz 4:4:4 |
Front Panel
- POWER SWITCH: Power on/off the splitter.
- POWER LED: Illuminates red when the device is powered on.
- INPUT LED: Illuminates green when there is HDMI input.
- OUTPUT LEDs (1~24): Illuminates green when there is HDMI output on the corresponding channel.
- EDID: 4-pin DIP switch for EDID setting and HDCP mode selection. Please refer to the chapter DIP Switch Operation for more details.
- FW: Micro-USB port for firmware upgrade.
Rear Panel
- INPUT: Connect HDMI source.
- OUTPUTS: Total twenty-four HDMI outputs to connect HDMI displays.
- AUDIO OUT: Connect audio device (e.g. Amplifier) for audio de-embedding from HDMI input.
- RS232: Connect control device (e.g. PC) to control the splitter by sending RS232 commands.
- DC 24V: DC connector for the power adapter connection.
Usage Precaution
- Make sure all components and accessories included before installation.
- System should be installed in a clean environment with proper temperature and humidity.
- All of the power switches, plugs, sockets, and power cords should be insulated and safe.
- All devices should be connected before power on.
System Diagram
INPUT 17 2118 2219 2320 24 1 5 92 6 103 7 114 8 12 13 14 15 16 AUDIO OUT RS232 DC 24V OUTPUTS Amplifier4K TV 4K 4K TV 4K 4K TV 4K 4K TV 4K 1080p TV 1080p 1080p TV 1080p HDMI: RS232: Audio: Blue-Ray Central Control System
DIP Switch Operation
The 4-pin DIP switch on the front panel of the unit is used for EDID management and HDCP management. It represents “0” when in the lower (OFF) position, and it represents “1” while putting the switch in the upper (ON) position.
Switch 1~3 are used for EDID setting. The switch status and its corresponding setting are shown at the below chart.
| Switch Status (PIN 1~3) | EDID Value |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2 3 |
| 0 | 0 0 Obtains EDID from the first detected display starting at HDMI OUT1>OUT2>.........>OUT24. |
| 0 | 0 1 1920x1080@60Hz 8bit Stereo |
| 0 | 1 0 1920x1080@60Hz 8bit High Definition Audio |
| 0 | 1 1 3840x2160@30Hz 8bit Stereo Audio |
| 1 | 0 0 3840x2160@30Hz Deep Color High Definition Audio |
| 1 | 0 1 3840x2160@60Hz Deep Color Stereo |
| 1 | 1 0 3840x2160@60Hz Deep Color HDR LPCM 6CH |
Switch 4 is used for HDCP setting. The switch status and its corresponding setting are shown at the below chart.
| Switch 4 Status | HDCP |
|---|---|
| OFF (0) | Automatically follows the HDCP version of display device. When display device has no HDCP, if source device have no HDCP content, the video output has no HDCP content; if source device has HDCP content, there are no video output. |
| ON (1) | Automatically follows the HDCP version of source device. |
Note: The factory default switch status is “0000”, and it needs to be set to “1111” when enable RS232 control to set EDID and HDCP.
RS232 Control
Connect the RS232 port to control device (e.g. PC) with RS232 cable. The splitter can be controlled by sending RS232 commands.
RS232 Control Software
- Installation : Please download the latest Software Version from the link below: https://docklight.de/download/Docklight.zip Then follow the installation wizard for installation on Windows 7 and 10.
- After the installation, Docklight can be run for the first time and should look like the below screen shot:
- Registration is not necessary unless you wish to save settings on exit, so unless you wish to register click on "OK" to close the window.
The next pop-up window can also be closed with "Continue". An empty project is enough to send and receive commands easily (The default setting is always “Start with a blank project / blank script“)
Click “Continue” to
close this window.
Click “OK” to close this window.
Now you are in the main view, where commands are sent and feedback is received. The next step is to select the correct COM port of the PC. To do this, double-click on "COM1" in the corresponding setup window.
In the following window, select the drop-down menu labeled "Send / Receive on Comm Channel", select the appropriate COM port and then click on "OK" at the bottom right corner.
All other settings can be left at default for most applications, but refer to device RS232 settings to be sure.
Double click on “COM1” to change to the right COM port.
In order to be able to send commands, open communication with the device by clicking on "Play". (1)
Then the keyboard function must be activated, so that commands can be written in the "communication window". (2)
Finally enter the command, for example "50701%". This is then confirmed by pressing "Enter" to send. Any response from the connected device will appear in red. (3)
Select the right COM port.
Click “Play” to open the communication.
Enable the keyboard type in function.
Command sending area.
Monitoring area, indicates if the command sent works.
RS232 Communication Commands
Communication protocol: RS232 Communication Protocol
Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none
Note: All commands need to be ended with “<CR><LF>”.In the commands, “[”and “]” are symbols for easy reading and do not need to be typed in actual operation.Type the command carefully, it is case-sensitive.
System Commands
| Command | Description | Command Example and Feedback |
|---|---|---|
| >GetFirewareVersion | Get firmware version. | <V1.0.0 |
| >SetFactoryReset | Reset to factory default. | <FactoryReset_True |
| >SetReboot | System reboot. | <Reboot_EN |
| >SetHelp [Param] | Get the command details. [Param]= Any command. | |
| >SetHelp SetHdcpActiveMode | <Set the HDCP bypass from SRC or SINK | |
| >SetHdcpActiveMode Param | Param = Src,Sink Src - Active by src Sink - Active by Sink |
Setting Commands
| Command | Description | Command Example and Feedback |
|---|---|---|
| >SetUpdateEdid | Upload user-defined EDID. The EDID DIP switch must be set as “1111”. | <User edid ready,Please send edid data in 10s. / <SetUpdateEdid_True/False / <Time out to send edid |
| >SetInPortEdid [Param] | Set the EDID to [Param]. [Param]=0~7. 0 - BYPASS 1 - 1920x1080@60 8bit Stereo 2 - 1920x1080@60 8bit High Definition Audio 3 - 3840x2160@30Hz 8bit Stereo Audio 4 - 3840x2160@30Hz Deep Color High Definition Audio 5 - 3840x2160@60Hz Deep Color Stereo Audio 6 - 3840x2160@60Hz Deep Color HDR LPCM 6CH 7 - USER EDID The EDID DIP switch should be set as “1111”. | >SetInPortEdid 0 <InPortEdid 0 |
| >GetInPortEdid | Get the EDID. | <InPortEdid 0 |
| >SetHdcpActiveMode [Param] | Set the HDCP active mode. [Param]= Src, Sink Src - Active by Src. Follow source. Sink - Active by Sink. Follow display. Note: The EDID switch must be switched to “1111” before sending the command. | >SetHdcpActiveMode Src <HdcpActiveMode Src |
| >GetHdcpActiveMode | Get the HDCP active mode. | <HdcpActiveMode Src |
| Command | Description | Command Example and Feedback |
|---|---|---|
| >SetVideoOutput [Param1],[Param2] | Enable or disable video output. [Param1]=1~24. Output port. [Param2]= EN, Dis Dis - Disable En - Enable | >SetVideoOutput 1,EN <VideoOutput 1 True |
| >GetVideoOutput [Param] | Get video output status. [Param]=1~24.Output port. | >GetVideoOutput 1 <VideoOutput 1 True |
| >SetAutoDownScaler [Param] | Enable/disable 4K to 1080p down-scaling function. [Param]= EN, Dis Dis - Disable En - Enable | >SetAutoDownScaler EN <AutoDownScaler True |
| >GetAutoDownScaler | Get the on-off status of down-scaling function. | <AutoDownScaler True |
| >SetRS232Baudrate [Param] | Set the baud rate to [Param]. [Param]=1~7 1 - 115200 2 - 57600 3 - 38400 4 - 19200 5 - 9600 6 - 4800 7 - 2400 | >SetRS232Baudrate 1 <RS232Baudrate 1 |
| >GetRS232Baudrate | Get the RS232 baud rate. | <RS232Baudrate 1 |
Firmware Upgrade
Please follow the below steps to upgrade firmware by the Micro-USB port:
- Prepare the latest upgrade file (.bin) and rename it as FW_MERG.bin on PC.
- Power off the splitter and connect the Micro-USB (FW) port of splitter to the PC with USB cable.
- Power on the splitter and then the PC will automatically detect a U-disk named of “BOOTDISK”.
- Double-click to open the U-disk, a file named of “READY.TXT” will be showed.
- Directly copy the latest upgrade file (.bin) to the “BOOTDISK” U-disk.
- Reopen the U-disk to check whether there is a filename “SUCCESS.TXT”, if yes, the firmware was updated successfully, otherwise, the firmware updating is fail, the name of upgrade file (.bin) should be confirmed again, and then follow the above steps to update again.
- Remove the USB cable and reboot the splitter after firmware upgrade.
After-Sales Service
If problems occur while operating the product, please use the troubleshooting and maintenance information in this manual to deal with these problems. Any transport costs are borne by the user during the warranty period.
- Product Limited Warranty: The product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years (purchase invoice date shall prevail). A proof of purchase is the evidence that the unit is within the warranty period. A bill of sale or receipted invoice must be presented to obtain warranty service.
- What the warranty does not cover (servicing available for a fee):
- Technical Support: For any questions or problem troubleshooting inquiries, contact your distributor or reseller. Please provide the respective product name and version, a detailed description of the failure situation as well as how the failure occurred.
- Warranty has expired
- The factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product.
- Damage, deterioration or malfunction caused by:
- Normal wear and tear.
- Use of accessories, supplies or parts, not meeting our specifications.
- No bill of delivery or invoice as proof of warranty.
- The product model displayed on the warranty card does not match the product model for repairing or it has been altered.
- Damage caused by force majeure.
- Servicing, not authorized by distributor.
- Any other cause not related to a product defect.
- Delivery, installation or labor charges for product installation and/or product setup.
Asking for Assistance
Technical Support:
Phone: +49 5971 800299 -0
Fax: +49 5971 800299 -99
Technical Support Hours:
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday thru Thursday
8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Friday
Write to:
PureLink GmbH
Von-Liebig-Straße 10
D - 48432 Rheine
www.purelink.de
info@purelink.de
Legal & Compliance
Product identification
Model: PT-SP-HD124DA – manual version 1.0
Trademarks and disclaimer
Product model and logo are trademarks. All other company and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied or reproduced without prior written permission. We reserve the right to make changes to the device, packaging or manual and accept no liability for misprints.
EU conformity
PureLink hereby declares that this product PureTools PT-SP-HD124DA complies with Directives 1907/2006/EU und 2011/65/EU. PureLink GmbH hereby declares that this product PureTools PT-SP-HD124DA complies with Directives 2014/30/EU and 2014/35/EU.
| Directive / Regulation |
|---|
| 1907/2006/EU |
| 2011/65/EU |
| 2014/30/EU |
| 2014/35/EU |
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at: http://www.purelink.de/ce/4251364721544_CE.pdf
FCC
Statement This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial installation.
Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment
WEEE reg. no.: DE 93847290
The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol on the product, packaging or in this manual means that electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed of with household waste at the end of its life. Hand in old devices free of charge at a public collection point or return them to a distributor obliged to take them back. Remove batteries and lamps that can be removed without destroying the device before handing it in, and delete any personal data stored on the device. Details are regulated by national law. By returning old devices you help protect the environment.
Packaging
Dispose of packaging separately by material (paper/cardboard, plastics) via the local collection systems. Keep packaging material away from children – risk of suffocation. Packaging register LUCID: DE5958616449295.