WolfPack 4K 30 Hz EDID Cheater w/16-Preset EDID Modes

WolfPack

EDID Cheater w/16-Preset EDID Modes Up To 4K
$25.00
Part Number:
edid-cheater
UPC:
728350689224
Availability:
In Stock
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EDID Cheater
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16 EDID modes solve EDID issues w/Source & TV
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720p to 1080p 60 Hz Support
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Supports audio from stereo to Dolby Digital
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Powered from its source so no AC needed
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See the Below SPECS Tab for the 16-EDID Modes

HDTV Supplys WolfPack 4K 30 Hz EDID Cheater is used to emulate EDID information allowing the maximum video display performance when using extenders or other devices that have difficulty supporting EDID communication. The HDMI EDID Cheater is designed to emulate the EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) information of a display.

Without the addition of the HDMI EDID Cheater, the video system performance may be limited to a lower video resolution that the maximum capability of the display. Many EDID cheaters tout they solve HDMI EDID problems but the more presets you have the better the chance. This HDMI Cheater has the most available today with 16!

This WolfPack 4K 30 Hz EDID Cheater may solve the following problems:

  1. Your source device is not capturing the displays EDID due to having many devices in series with a source
  2. Your PC is not capturing the EDID from your display when you are using HDMI splitters
  3. Your PC is not capturing the EDID from your display when you are using HDMI switchers
  4. Your PC is not capturing the EDID from your display when you are using HDMI matrix switchers
  5. Your PC is not capturing the EDID from your display when you are using HDMI over CAT5 extenders
  6. Your AppleTv is not capturing the EDID from your display when you are using any of the above HDMI devices
  7. You have mixed resolution TVs on your HDMI splitter or HDMI matrix
  8. Your widescreens are greater than 3 years old with older EDID chip sets in them
  9. plus other common EDID issues

What sets this WolfPack 4K 30 Hz EDID Cheater apart from others:

  • 16 preset EDID modes
  • 4K 30 Hz compliant
  • Built in 16 position finger operated switch
  • Under $100

WolfPack 4K 30 Hz EDID Cheater Features:

  • Supplies 16 set of EDID information when no cloned information is available
  • One HDMI input and one HDMI output
  • Bi-direction HDMI input and output
  • Supports CEC
  • HDCP compliant
  • HDMI input and output cable can be up to 15 feet using 28 or 24 AWG HDMI cables
  • Installs in minutes
  • Easy and compact design for installation and operation
  • Powered by the HDMI source so that source must provide +5V on pin 18 & ground on pin 17 from the HDMI source connector

The WolfPack EDID Cheater is designed to emulate the EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) information of a display and the EDID Feeder is perfect for use with a HDMI extension solution or other HDMI device that does not support EDID pass through.

EDID contains information about the capabilities of a display, including maximum supported resolution, color characteristics, etc., which allows a source device and display to operate at their highest collective performance level. Without the addition of the HDMI EDID Cheater, the video system performance may be limited to a lower video resolution that the maximum capability of the display.

Why not buy this 4K 30 Hz WolfPack EDID Cheater today?

The WolfPack EDID Cheater is designed to solve the problem that computers and other devices can sometimes lose the Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) from the widescreen. The DDC EDID data is vital for the video extension as it is a data structure provided by a computer display to describe its characteristics to a graphics card.

However, when you switch or disconnect and then reconnect the displays such as a widescreen, you may lose DDC EDID communication, and the user′s computer then fails to display the image properly if at all.

No longer will this be the case if you use EDID Cheater. The EDID Cheater allows the user to have the best video image setting all the time. Through an easy manual 16-switch process the display′s DDC EDID is memorized in the EDID Cheater thus preventing blank screens and boot problems as well as resolving the issue of display resolution and color due to a lack of DDC EDID information.

16-EDID Cheater User Settings:

  1. A: - 4K 2CH (Video resolution supports 2160p/30Hz input/output & audio format supports LPCM 2.0）
  2. B: - 4K 5.1CH (Video resolution supports 2160p/30Hz input/output & audio format supports LPCM Dolby-AC3 & DTS5.1）
  3. C: - 4K HD (Video resolution supports 2160p/30Hz input/output & audio format will support highest audio format that the output connected Display or the output connected AV Receiver can support）
  4. D: - 1080p 2CH (Video resolution supports 1080p/60Hz input/output & audio format supports LPCM 2.0）
  5. E: - 1080p 5.1CH (Video resolution supports 1080p/60Hz input/output & audio format supports LPCM Dolby-AC3,DTS5.1）
  6. F: - 1080p HD (Video resolution supports 1080p/60Hz input/output & audio format will support highest audio format that the output connected Display or the output connected AV Receiver can support）
  7. G: - 1080p 3D 2CH (Video resolution supports 1080P/60Hz and 1080P 3D 24Hz input/output, audio format supports LPCM 2.0）
  8. H: 1080P 3D 5.1CH (Video resolution supports 1080P/60Hz and 1080P 3D 24Hz input/output, audio format supports Dolby-AC3,DTS).
  9. I: 1080P 3D HD (Video resolution supports 1080P/60Hz and 1080P 3D 24Hz input/output, audio format will support highest audio format that the output connected Display or the output connected AV Receiver can support）
  10. J: 1080I 2CH (Video resolution supports 1080I/60Hz input/output, audio format supports LPCM 2.0）
  11. K: 1080I 5.1CH (Video resolution supports 1080I/60Hz input/output, audio format supports Dolby-AC3,DTS）
  12. L: 1080I HD (Video resolution supports 1080I/60Hz input/output, audio format will support highest audio format that the output connected Display or the output connected AV Receiver can support）
  13. M: 720P 2CH(Video resolution supports 720P/60Hz input/output, audio format supports LPCM 2.0）
  14. N: 720P 5.1CH（(Video resolution supports 720P/60Hz input/output, audio format supports Dolby-AC3,DTS）
  15. O: 720P HD(Video resolution supports 720P/60Hz input/output, audio format will support highest audio format that the output connected Display or the output connected AV Receiver can support
  16. P: Sink EDID (Copy the output connected Display or AV Receiver EDID)

NOTE: There is no manual that comes with this EDID Cheater as it is plug-and-play and the various EDID settings are on the bottom of the device. See the PICTURES Tab above this.

WHAT I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT EDID

EDID Extended Display Identification (User Adjustable EDID) Data is a VESA standard data format that contains basic information about a HDTV and its capabilities, including vendor information, maximum image size, color characteristics, factory pre-set timings, frequency range limits, and character strings for the monitor name and serial number.

The information is stored in the display and is used to communicate with the system through a Display Data Channel (DDC ), which sites between the monitor and the source device. The system uses this information for configuration purposes, so the HDTV and system can work together.

This WolfPack 4K 30 Hz EDID Cheater is compatible with:

  1. Any high definition Dish Network and DirecTV receiver with HDMI outputs
  2. High definition TiVo's with HDMI outputs
  3. Any high definition cable receiver with HDMI outputs
  4. Canadian Rogers, Shaw, Bell ExpressVu and Star Choice receivers with HDMI out, or DVI out with a converter
  5. Any "Over The Air" (OTA) high definition receiver with HDMI outputs
  6. Sony PS3, HD DVD and Blu-ray DVD players
  7. Any Xbox360 with HDMI outputs
  8. Any upconverting DVD player with HDMI outputs
  9. Any DVHS VCR with HDMI outputs
  10. An APPLE TV with HDMI outputs
  11. A Roku with HDMI outputs
  12. A Vudu with HDMI outputs</li
  13. Many PC video cards with HDMI outputs
  14. Any high definition camcorder with a standare HDMI out or an optional type C to standard HDMI cable
  15. Many A/V surround sound receivers with HDMI switching that include the proper chip set. Call your AV receiver supplier to discuss your application or us.
  16. Any HDCP compliant HDTV, monitor and projector. If the source is HDCP compliant and your TV is not, you will not get a picture. Please check your TV manual or the manufacturers web site.
  17. All HDMI 1.3b compliant devices as well as with older 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3 versions
  18. and other similar devices.
For example, you can use your remote to turn on your TV, your player, and your receiver at the same time, and adjust the system volume with one button. All devices must support CEC, though.

Most major TV manufacturers now support CEC, and an HDTV with HDMI 1.3 will likely have the technology. Manufacturers call it by different names; LG Electronics, for instance, calls its implementation SimpleLink, whereas Toshiba calls its version CE-Link. Interoperability isn't mandatory, so some manufacturers limit control to their own products; Sony, for one, allows only Sony-to-Sony communication.

Q: This product has CEC, what is CEC?
A: This product features CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) allowing your HDTV's remote to manage up to ten devices that are connected via HDMI (such as Blu-ray Disc players or home theater receivers) with no special programming needed.

What Is a WolfPack Fixed HDMI Matrix Switcher?

A WolfPack Fixed HDMI Matrix Switcher is a single-chassis device that routes any HDMI source — such as a cable box, satellite receiver, streaming player, or computer — to any TV or display in a building, simultaneously and independently. Unlike an HDMI splitter (which sends one source to many screens) or a simple HDMI switch (which selects one source for one screen), a matrix switcher lets you show a different channel on every TV at the same time. HDTV Supply has sold WolfPack fixed matrix switchers to sports bars, restaurants, hotels, churches, schools, and commercial AV integrators since 2000.

Fixed vs. Modular: Which Do You Need?

WolfPack comes in two families: Fixed and Modular. Fixed matrix switchers have a set number of inputs and outputs built into one box — for example, 4 inputs × 4 outputs (4×4) or 8 inputs × 8 outputs (8×8). They are plug-and-play, rack-mountable, and the right choice when your input/output count won't change. Modular matrix switchers use a chassis with swappable I/O cards, scaling from a few ports up to 80×80 or beyond. If you know exactly how many sources and screens you need today, a fixed unit is typically lower cost and simpler to deploy.

Available Fixed WolfPack Configurations

HDTV Supply offers WolfPack Fixed HDMI Matrix Switchers in the following sizes:

  • 4×2 — 4 sources to 2 displays
  • 4×4 — 4 sources to 4 displays
  • 8×8 — 8 sources to 8 displays
  • 8×9 — 8 sources to 9 displays
  • 16×16 — 16 sources to 16 displays
  • 16×32 via CAT6 — extends signal up to 450 feet over CAT6 cable

Select models include built-in video wall processing, multiview, and picture-in-picture (PIP) — allowing two or more sources to display on a single screen simultaneously.

Control Options for Fixed Matrix Switchers

Every WolfPack Fixed HDMI Matrix Switcher supports multiple control methods so you can integrate it into any environment:

  • Front-panel buttons — manual source switching directly on the unit
  • IR remote control — included with most models
  • RS-232 serial control — for integration with Crestron, Control4, AMX, and similar systems
  • TCP/IP (LAN) control — send hex commands over your network from any device
  • Web GUI — browser-based interface for switching without additional software
  • Free iOS and Android apps — available for select WolfPack models

For RS-232 hex command strings and TCP/IP control protocols, see our WolfPack HEX Code Reference and TCP/IP Control Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a fixed HDMI matrix switcher and a modular HDMI matrix switcher?

A fixed HDMI matrix switcher has a set number of HDMI inputs and outputs built into a single unit — for example, 8 inputs and 8 outputs. A modular matrix switcher uses a chassis with interchangeable I/O cards, so you can configure it for many different port counts and expand it later. Fixed units are simpler and more affordable; modular units offer flexibility for larger or changing installations.

Can a WolfPack fixed matrix switcher show different channels on different TVs at the same time?

Yes. A matrix switcher routes any input to any output independently. In an 8×8 configuration, all 8 displays can show 8 completely different sources simultaneously, or multiple displays can share the same source — in any combination you choose.

Can I control a WolfPack fixed matrix switcher from a Crestron or Control4 system?

Yes. WolfPack Fixed HDMI Matrix Switchers support RS-232 and TCP/IP control, which are standard integration protocols supported by Crestron, Control4, AMX, and other third-party control systems. HDTV Supply provides hex command strings and driver documentation to support custom integrations.

What resolution do WolfPack Fixed HDMI Matrix Switchers support?

Resolution support varies by model. WolfPack fixed matrix switchers are available in 1080p (Full HD) and 4K 30Hz configurations. Select 4K models also support HDR and HDCP 2.2. Always check the individual product specification sheet for confirmed resolution, color depth, and HDCP version.

How far can I run HDMI from a WolfPack fixed matrix switcher?

Standard HDMI outputs on fixed matrix switchers support runs up to approximately 25–50 feet depending on cable quality and resolution. The WolfPack 16×32 model transmits over CAT6 cabling for distances up to 450 feet per run. For longer distances with other fixed models, HDMI extenders can be added at each display.

What is the best HDMI matrix switcher for a sports bar?

For sports bars with up to 16 TVs, a WolfPack Fixed 16×16 HDMI Matrix Switcher is a popular choice — it handles 16 independent sources (cable boxes, satellite receivers, streaming devices) and routes any of them to any TV. For larger venues with 20–80+ TVs, HDTV Supply's WolfPack Modular Matrix Switchers or AV Over IP systems are typically the better fit. Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) for a free consultation.

Need Help Choosing?

HDTV Supply has been helping AV integrators, sports bars, hotels, and homeowners select the right matrix switching system for 25 years. Call us at 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722) or email kent@hdtvsupply.com and we'll recommend the right unit for your source count, display count, resolution requirements, and control system.