Advanced HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector

HDTV Supply

$150.00
Part Number:
HDTVEDID
Availability:
Usually ships the next business day
1:
Resolves HDMI video / EDID / ARC issues

4K HDMI 1.4a & HDR Compliant
2:
Perfect for AppleTVs, older TVs, PCs, AV receivers & Matrix Switches
3:
Fix HDMI handshaking issue
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EDID Manager and Detective feature
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Easy EDID table manipulation via USB port
6:
HDMI/DVI-D emulator and repeater
This HDTVEDID HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector tricks HDMI sources to be "Always ON" regardless of setup changes. It is simple to use with its 1-click process to learn new EDIDs in seconds. It has 5 - pre-programmed EDIDs (480p-1080p) and includes an USB cable for programming custom EDIDs. It acts as an EDID manager, HDMI/DVI-D emulator and repeater that comes with predefined presets, user programmable banks, Sink EDID sniffing bank and more. It also comes with an AC adapter. Our HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector can solve most HDMI issues such as handshaking issues, compatibility issues and/or any EDID related issues as it it helps keep a source always ON or tricked into a defined state, especially useful for system integrators.

The HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector resolves HDMI video stability and connection related issues and is preconfigured with a full HD (1080p) 3D capable EDID for a simple, plug-n-play installation. This HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector also has internal logic to support HDCP streams by sniffing all DDC packets and filtering the EDID requests but passing all HDCP handshakes. It can help to solve most HDMI issues such as handshaking issue, compatibility issues and/or any EDID related issue. It helps to keep a source always ON or tricked into a defined state which is especially useful for complex matrix systems.

HDTVEDID HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector Features:

  • Unique 18Gbps/600MHz support with 0ms latency
  • Solves most HDMI issues
  • Fix HDMI handshaking issues
  • EDID Manager and Detective feature
  • Easy EDID table manipulation via USB port
  • HDMI/DVI-D emulator and repeater
  • Maintain 4K, 3840x2160, 2160p video without losing sync
  • 40 Predefined Banks (4K HDR, 4K DV, 4K HLG, 4K HDR10+, FullHD 3D, FullHD, 1080i, 720p, etc.)
  • 7 User programmable EDID banks
  • All DV modes supported, including DV mode 0, mode 1, mode 2, and LLDV
  • Sink EDID sniffing feature
  • Extends signal integrity up to 50 meters
  • HTPC mode to avoid detection of the connected sink status
  • +5V injector feature to power active cables
  • RS-232 Control for remote administration and integrators setup
  • HDCP compliant
  • Tricks HDMI sources to "Always on" regardless of setup changes
  • Easy, 1-click process to learn new EDIDs in seconds
  • Use any of the 5 pre-programmed EDIDs (480p-1080p)
  • Includes USB cable for programming custom EDIDs
  • Resolves most HDMI handshake issues
  • Quick installation in seconds
  • NO Programming required
  • Fix HDMI handshaking issue
  • EDID Manager and Detective feature
  • Easy EDID table manipulation via USB port
  • HDMI/DVI-D emulator and repeater
  • Maintain 2K, 1920x1200, 1080p video without losing sync.
  • Predefined Banks (FullHD 3D, FullHD, 1080i, 720p, etc..)
  • User programmable EDID Banks
  • Sink EDID sniffing feature
  • Extand signal integrity up to 50 meters !
  • Can work standalone without any PSU connected (taking power from HDMI)
  • HDCP compliant
  • HDMI cable included

Fast & Simple Installation within <30 seconds: No need to learn any custom EDIDs - Doctor HDMI is preconfigured with a Full HD (1080p) 3D capable EDID for simple, "Plug-n-Play" installation!

Self-powered via HDMI / Power not needed: There's no need for external power in most installations & setups - power is drawn directly from the HDMI line, making installation that much simpler!

Selectable EDIDs, or add your own: Can't use the standard 1080p EDID? Easily remove incompatible features like 3D, or reduce resolution down to 1080i, 720p, 480/576p with just (1) click!

Perfect for AV receivers, Matrix Switches: Video loss issues are very common in HDMI-based video distribution setups. It is perfect for maintaining HDCP compliance & valid EDID handshakes - all the time.

This HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector will solve most HDCP/HDMI issues by just being connected between source and display. Once connected it can be set on the fly to perform specific EDID and Hot plug event.

There are a total of eight EDID banks inside the unit. When you press up or down button you can quickly move between any of them to select the desired one. Once you stop for a second or so, the system actually activates the selected EDID and starts the HPD (hot-plug) event. This is the event where the device will inform the source device that EDID has changed so the source must reconfigure its own internal settings. This takes about 2 seconds as per the EDID standards. During this time you will not be able to change the EDID. After HPD event concludes you are free to change EDID again if wanted. If you press the middle button, the displays EDID is copied and placed into the EDID bank number. Once it is done, HPD event is also created and completes in about 2 seconds.

HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector banks are separated as follows:

  • 1-5: are presets factory configured and cannot be changed by user. However, They can be updated with a firmware update.
  • 6-7: are user configurable by the PC software.
  • 8: is the reserved one for downloading from the display.

Why not buy this HDTVEDID HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector today?

The EDID Emulator/Corrector is maybe the simplest and easiest fix to try in a HDMI network tha is giving you problems. You basically put the HDMI EDID Emulator between the source exhibiting the problem and the rest of the HDMI chain. If you still have problems. the HDMI EDID Emulator solution emulates other EDID configurations and tricks your problem device into thinking its connected to a different kind of display with different capabilities. It is HDMI 1.4 compliant so it will support 3D too. So for around $150 you can save whatever hair you haven't yet pulled out in all your frustration.

HDTVEDID HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector Specifications:

  • General
    • True Passthrough & Support for:
    • HDMI 1.4a Compliant
      • Video: 3D, Up to 1080p
      • Lip-Sync
      • HDCP Compliance/Handshake
      • CEC Protocols
      • Audio: Dolby TrueHD/DTS-HD/MA (True 7.1 Bitstreaming)
    • Programmable via HDMI or PC
    • Boosts HDMI signal (when powered)
    • HDMI Pin 14 on/off: Fixes HEAC/ARC Compatibility
    • Video Bandwidth: 2.25 Gbps
    • Supports extended EDID : CEA861 (256 byte)
    • Video support: Single-link 225Mhz, 2k, WUXGA, 1080p60/12bit deep color and x.v.color Input cable equalization
  • Physical
    • EDID Unit
      • 2.36 x 1.57 x 0.79 inches (60 x 40 x 20 mm)
      • Weight: 1.76 ounces (50g)
    • Box / Packaging:
      • 6.75 x 3.37 x 2.35 inches (170 x 85 x 60 mm)
      • Weight: 7 oz. (198g)
  • EDID Banks
    • Pre-loaded: (5) Pre-programmed
      • 1080p, non-3D
      • 1080p, 3D (Default)
      • 1080i
      • 480/576p
      • 720p
    • Programmable:
      • (1) Via HDMI
      • (2) Via PC
  • The unit can learn an EDID from an HDMI connected device
  • Power
  • Power is not required, except when:
    • EDID needs to be learned via PC
    • HDMI signal attenuates (long runs)
  • Universal USB power cable included. Power supplied from PC connection.
  • Package Included
  • (1) HDMI (Main Unit)
  • (1) Universal USB power cable Set of abridged instructions
  • (1) 1.5' HDMI Cable with Ferrite Cores

Why not buy this HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector today?

Q: ARC doesn't seem to be working, can you help?
A:
Try this:
  1. Make sure you are installing HDMI 1.4 cables that include ARC, see our specs at HDMI cables with ARC
  2. The TV must support ARC and it must be turned ON ARC ON
  3. The unique TVs HDMI input must say it supports ARC
  4. Set the AV receivers or other device to ARC ON
  5. If using CAT6 HDMI extenders, make sure both CAT6/7 STP connectors are put on?
  6. Turn CEC ON
  7. Leave EDID at its default.
ARC
This corrector will solve most HDCP/HDMI issues by just being connected between source and display. Once connected it can be set on the fly to perform specific EDID and Hot plug event.

There are a total of eight EDID banks inside the unit. When you press up or down button you can quickly move between any of them to select the desired one. Once you stop for a second or so, the system actually activates the selected EDID and starts the HPD (hot-plug) event. This is the event where Dr.HDMI will inform the source device that EDID has changed so the source must reconfigure its internal settings. This takes about 2 seconds as per standards. During this time you will not be able to change the EDID. After HPD event concludes you are free to change edid again if wanted.

If you press the middle button, the displays EDID is copied and placed into the EDID bank number 8. Once it is done, HPD event is also created and completes in about 2 seconds.

EDID banks are separated as follows:

  • 1-5 : are presets factory configured and cannot be changed by user. However, They can be updated with a firmware update.
  • 6-7 : are user configurable by the PC software.
  • 8 : is the reserved one for downloading from the display.

This device also has internal logic to support HDCP streams by sniffing all DDC packets and filtering the EDID requests but passing all HDCP handshakes. The PC software can be used to edit any of the parameters on the fly or it can be used to load/save any customer EDID. Power is either drawn from the HDMI connector or from the USB port if connected. Firmware upgrades can be sent with a single .exe file automatically so no additional software is needed. Just launch the .exe. To fix compatibility or handshake issue between source and display you can also try to move the switch on the side in one or the other position.

List of Banks

  • 1. Full, unlimited, all 3D features enabled
  • 2. Full, unlimited, no 3D features
  • 3. 1080i limited no 3D
  • 4. 720p limited no 3D
  • 5. 480/576p limited -no 3D
  • 6&7 are special cases which initially hold the same info as #1 but they can be altered with PC software to be anything
  • 8. is the display EDID which can be read by pushing the middle button.
  • (Once you push the middle button, the contents are read from display and stored to #8 and it is activated)
Q: How do you switch between Banks ?
A:
There are a total of eight EDID banks inside the unit. When you press up or down button you can quickly move between any of them to select the desired one. Once you stop for a second or so, the system actually activates the selected EDID and starts the HPD (hot-plug) event. This is the event where Dr.HDMI will inform the source device that EDID has changed so the source must reconfigure its internal settings. This takes about 2 seconds as per standards. During this time you will not be able to change the EDID. After HPD event concludes you are free to change edid again if wanted. If you press the middle button, the display is copied and placed into the EDID bank number 8. Once it is done, HPD event is also created and completes in about 2 seconds.

Q: Is this device HDCP Compliant?
A:
Yes, the device is fully HDCP Compliant

Q: Does this eliminate or strip out HDCP?
A:
No, it does not strip out or remove HDCP. It is designed for storing & emulating an EDID, and does not tamper with HDCP at all. If your source device requires HDCP, but your video sinks are not HDCP compliant (such as a TV that is too old), it will not be able to solve your video problem.

Q: I'm not getting any video - what can I do?
A:
First - remember that many devices do not always carry out hot-swap HDMI connections correctly. Simple power off the device, and power it back on. Once it sees the unit connected, video will most likely come back.

If the video still does not appear after multiple power-cycles, try the following, in sequence:

1. Make sure the HDMI cables for INPUT and OUTPUT aren't switched on the Doctor HDMI

2. Double-check all HDMI cables in the chain, and make sure they're connected properly and working.

3. If the issue persists, proceed to troubleshoot: Try learning the EDID from your video sink (TV, Projector, or Display+Receiver combination) onto the unit and try again.

4. If it doesn't work - then the issue is not with the Doctor HDMI. We'll need to identify the "problem-causing device" in your setup as follows:

Identifying a "problem-causing" HDMI device:

1. Connect your video source directly into a TV/monitor/projector, WITHOUT the unit or any receivers. Connection should be as direct as possible.

2. If you get video, add one more device into your "HDMI chain" - such as a receiver, a balun, or a matrix switch.

3. Add only (1) device at a time, and observe the outcome. Do not try to add more than (1) device - or you will not be able to identify the "problem-causing device".

4. If all devices in the "HDMI chain" are added in, then learn the EDID onto the unit.

Q: Do I need to load custom EDID profiles to use the it?
A: No, the majority of installations can make use of one of the (5) default settings available. Unless you need 7.1 sound, or otherwise specifically instructed, there is no need to program a custom EDID onto the it.

Q: What does the HEAC/ARC switch do?
A: It enables/disables pin 14 on the HDMI connection to fix HEAC/ARC compatibility issues. By default, leave it at the "ARC" setting.

Why not buy this HDMI EDID Emulator / Corrector today?