Gefen
Gefen DVI Detective Plus
The Gefen DVI Detective Plus is an essential EDID emulator that ensures consistent video output, preventing signal issues when displays are switched or disconnected. It continuously provides the source device with correct EDID information for stable resolution and timing. This unit supports selectable HDCP pass-through for protected content and offers five pre-programmed EDID profiles for standard resolutions. After simple setup, it requires no external power, making it ideal for complex A/V installations. A write-protection switch secures your settings, ensuring reliable performance.
$156.73
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
38
/ 149
#38 in DVI Splitters & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-93%
Below average
Dimensions
2.71.526.85.3.8.5.08.
/ "W x "H x "D ( cm W x cm H x cm D)
Who it's for
- Stable Video Handshake
- Essential for KVM/Matrix Systems
- Simple EDID Learning
Who should skip it
- DVI Standard Limitation
- Premium Price Point
- External Power Required
Key Specs
Dimensions
2.7"W x 1.5"H x 2"D (6.85 cm. W x 3.8 cm. H x 5.08 cm. D)
Weight
~0.2 lbs. (~0.09 kg.)
Supported Resolutions
Up to 3840 x 2400 (Dual-link)
Video Connectors
1 x DVI-I Input, 1 x DVI-I Output
Power Requirement
5V DC, 5 watts (max) during programming
Firmware Updatable
Yes, via USB Mini-B port
Operating Temperature
+41 to +113°F (+5 to +45°C)
Warranty
2-Year Limited Warranty
Features
- Maintains constant EDID for stable video
- Supports selectable HDCP pass-through
- Includes five pre-programmed EDID profiles
- Ensures consistent resolution and timing
- DDC re-clocking for reliable handshaking
- Compact design, no power needed post-setup
- Write-protection switch locks settings
- VGA compatible via optional adapter
What customers say
This specialized tool earns high praise for its exceptional reliability in complex setups. Users, especially A/V professionals, value its core function: solving frustrating EDID handshake failures. It consistently maintains a stable signal, effectively eliminating flickering and resolution drops common with source switching or long cables. The device successfully emulates preferred display settings, ensuring source devices always recognize a valid screen, even when displays are off. While the initial cost is noted as high, customers agree the guaranteed system stability and saved troubleshooting time provide significant value for mission-critical applications. Its performance in delivering dependable signal integrity is the key takeaway.
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