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HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher
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Version: HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher_2014V1.1
User Manual
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To insure 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 extrusion.
Do not remove the housing of the device as opening or removing housing may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Install the device in a place with fine 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.
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NOTICE: Please read this user manual carefully before using this product.
Pictures shown in this manual is for reference only, different model and
specifications are subject to real product.
This manual is only for operation instruction only, not for any maintenance usage.
The functions described in this version are updated till June 2014. Any changes of
functions and parameters since then will be informed separately. Please refer to the
dealers for the latest details.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied or reproduced without
permission.
All product function is valid till 2014-06-20.
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Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Introduction to the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher ............................................. 1
1.2 Features ............................................................................................................ 1
1.3 Package Contents ............................................................................................. 1
2. Product Appearance of the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher ......................................... 2
2.1 Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 2
2.2 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................... 3
3. System Connection ................................ ................................ ................................ ..... 5
3.1 System Applications .......................................................................................... 5
3.2 Usage Precautions ............................................................................................ 5
3.3 Connection Diagram .......................................................................................... 5
3.4 Connection with HDMI Twisted Pair PoC Receiver ........................................... 5
3.5 Connection with RS232 Communication Port .................................................... 6
3.6 Twisted Pair Cable Connection .......................................................................... 6
3.7 Connection Procedure ....................................................................................... 7
4. System Operations ..................................................................................................... 8
4.1 Front Panel Button Control ................................................................................ 8
4.1.1 I/O channel control .................................................................................. 8
4.1.2 EDID Data Learning ................................................................................ 8
4.1.3 EDID Setting ............................................................................................ 9
4.1.4 Inquiry .................................................................................................... 10
4.1.5 Clear operation ...................................................................................... 10
4.2 IR Control ........................................................................................................ 11
4.2.1 Usage of IR Remote .............................................................................. 11
4.2.2 IR Operations ........................................................................................ 11
4.3 RS232 Control ................................................................................................. 15
4.3.1 RS232 Commands ................................................................................ 15
4.3.2 Control the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher ............................................ 23
4.3.3 Control 3rd-Party Device from Local ...................................................... 23
4.3.4 Bi-directional RS232 Control ................................................................. 24
4.4 TCP/IP Control................................................................................................. 26
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4.4.1 Control Modes ....................................................................................... 26
4.4.2 Control HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher via TCP/IP communication
software .......................................................................................................... 27
4.4.3 TCP/IP Configuration ................................ ................................ ............. 28
4.5 USB Firmware Updating .................................................................................. 29
5. Specification ............................................................................................................. 30
6. Panel Drawing .......................................................................................................... 31
7. Troubleshooting & Maintenance ............................................................................... 32
8. After-sales Service .................................................................................................... 34
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1. Introduction
1.1 Introduction to the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher
HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher includes 8 HDMI inputs, 8 HDBaseT outputs, 4 local
HDMI outputs, and 8 stereo audio outputs. It can work with HDBaseT receivers. Its
transmission distance for HDMI, IR, RS232 and PoC signals is up to 60 meters through
CAT5e/6 cable.
1.2 Features
Support 1080P@60Hz & 3D, DVI1.0 compliant
HDCP Compliant and DVI compatible, support HDMI 1.4a
Powerful EDID&HDCP management
8 HDBaseT outputs, to transmit HDMI, IR&RS232 to a 60-meter-long distance over
a CAT5e/6 cable
Support PoC, provides power for all the receivers connected to HDBaseT outputs.
Support multiple control methods, including front panel, RS232, IR and optional
TCP/IP control (works with the Network Controller).
Support remote control from receiver by IR&RS232
Support GUI for TCP/IP
Multiple EDID management
LCD indicator shows real-time connection status, switching status, HDCP status,
and output resolution.
1.3 Package Contents
1 x HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher
2 x Mounting ears (6 x Screws)
1 x Power cord
1 x RS232 cable
16 x Captive screw connectors
4 x Plastic cushions (4 x Screws)
1 x IR remote
1 x IR converting cable
1 x Receiver
1 x User manual
Notes: Please confirm if the product and the accessories are all included, if not, please
contact with the dealers.
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2. Product Appearance of the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher
2.1 Front Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
Firmware
Micro USB port for updating firmware.
②
Power
Indicator
Turn red when power on.
③
IR
In-built IR sensor, receive IR signals sent from IR remote.
④
LCD Screen
Display real-time operation status.
⑤
INPUTS/
Menu
buttons
Normal mode: Input buttons, ranging from "1" to "8".
Inquiry mode (buttons 1~4): Press “ENTER” for more than
3 seconds to enter this mode. Dial to change
different menus, to change different options.
⑥
OUTPUTS
buttons
Output buttons, ranging from "1" to "8". HDMI INPUTS 1~4
support local HDMI output.
⑦
Function
buttons
ALL: Select all outputs to transfer one input to all outputs.
Example: To transfer both AV and IR signals from input
channel No.1 to all output channels.
Operation: Press buttons in this order: “1”, “ALL”, “ENTER”
EDID management button: Enable input port to manually
capture and learn the EDID data of output devices.
Example: Input channel No.2 captures and learns the EDID
data of output channel No.4
Operation: Press buttons in this order: “EDID”, “2”, “4”,
“ENTER”
Clear: Withdraw an operation like switching output
channel, learning EDID data before it comes into effect.
Meanwhile, the matrix will return to the previous status.
ENTER: Confirm operation. Press and hold it for 3 seconds
to enter in Inquiry mode.
Notes: Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only, different model and
specifications are subject to real product.
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2.2 Rear Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
INPUTS
a. IR OUT: 8 in total, connect with IR emitters to deliver the
IR signal sent from the far-end receivers connected to the
HDBaseT ports.
These IR OUTs make up an IR matrix with the IR INs on
the far-end receivers, and all can be switched
synchronously with the AV signal, or separately
switching.
In default setting, the 8 IR OUTs corresponds with the 8
IR INs, i.e. IR OUT1→IR IN1, IR OUT2→IR IN2, …IR
OUT8→IR IN8.
b. HDMI: HDMI input ports, 8 in total, type A female HDMI
connector, connect with HDMI input source devices.
②
OUTPUTS
c. IR IN: Connect with IR receiver, 8 in total, correspond to
the 8 IR OUTs, cannot be switched separately. It makes
up an IR bi-directional transmission with the IR OUT on
the corresponding far-end receiver.
d. RS232: 3-pin captive connectors, 8 in total, correspond to
8 output sources separately, communicate with the
RS232 port on corresponding HDBaseT receiver, cannot
be switched separately. When controlled by HDBaseT
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receiver, the communication protocol must be the same
with the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher’s.
e. AUDIO: HDMI de-embedded stereo audio output ports, 8
in total
f. HDMI: Local HDMI output ports for HDMI Inputs 1~4, 4 in
total, connect with HDMI output devices, to split HDMI
output for local monitoring.
g. HDBaseT: output extension ports, works with HDBaseT
receivers, for example TPHD402R, TPHD403R etc., to
extend transmission distances to 60m for signals such as
HDMI, RS232 and IR. Meanwhile, it can provide power for
the receivers which support PoC.
③
RS232
Serial port for unit control, 9-pin female connector, connects
with control device such as a PC. (Please type in the right
communication protocol and ID.)
④
IR ALL IN
Input port for IR control signal, connect with IR receiver,
delivers the received IR signal to all the 8 far-end receivers.
⑤
TCP/IP
TCP/IP port for unit control
⑥
IR EYE
Connect with extended IR receiver, use the IR remote to
control the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher.
⑦
Power
Press the button to turn on/off the matrix. The indicator turns
red when power on.
⑧
Power
Supply
Connect with 110V~240V AC power adaptor.
⑨
GROUND
Connect to grounding, make the unit ground well.
Note: Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only, different model and
specifications are subject to real product.
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3. System Connection
3.1 System Applications
As its good performance in control and transmission, the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher
can be widely used in computer realm, monitoring, large screen displaying, conference
system, television education and bank securities institutions etc.
3.2 Usage Precautions
1) System should be installed in a clean environment and has a prop temperature and
humidity.
2) All of the power switches, plugs, sockets and power cords should be insulated and
safe.
3) All devices should be connected before power on.
3.3 Connection Diagram
3.4 Connection with HDMI Twisted Pair PoC Receiver
HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher can work with HDMI Twisted Pair PoC Receiver to extend
VCR
STB
DVD
Speaker
Laptop
IR Transmitter
Receiver
R S232
Control panel
HDTV
PoC
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transmission distance up to 60m. Meanwhile, the ports support PoC. Connect the HDBT
output port of HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher to HDMI Twisted Pair PoC Receiver with
twisted pair. As the port supports PoC, once powered the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher,
the HDMI Twisted Pair PoC Receiver will be energized synchronously, which allows the
two devices energized with the same adapter.
3.5 Connection with RS232 Communication Port
Except the front control panel, the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher can be controlled by
far-end control system through the RS232 communication port. This RS232
communication port is a female 9-pin D connector. The definition of its pins is listed in
the table below.
No. Pin Function
1 N/u Unused
2 Tx Transmit
3 Rx Receive
4 N/u Unused
5 Gnd Ground
6 N/u Unused
7 N/u Unused
8 N/u Unused
9 N/u Unused
3.6 Twisted Pair Cable Connection
The cables used to connect HDBaseT ports must be straight-through ones, using T568A
or T568B standard. The connectors can be T568A or T568B, but both sides must be the
same.
60M
100V 240V AC
~
HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher
Receiver
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3.7 Connection Procedure
1) Connect HDMI sources (e.g. DVD) to HDMI inputs of the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix
switcher with HDMI cables.
2) Connect HDMI displayers (e.g. HDTV) to HDMI outputs of the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix
switcher with HDMI cables.
3) Connect speakers/earphones to AUDIO output ports (3-pin captive screw
connectors).
4) Connect the HDBaseT port of HDBaseT receiver and the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix
switcher with twisted pair.
5) Connect the RS232 port (9 pin female D) of the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher with
control device, e.g. a PC.
6) Connect the RS232 port of controlled device to any RS232 port (3-pin captive screw
connector) of the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher. The control signal can be
transmitted bi-directionally.
7) The HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher can be controlled by its built-in IR receiver or
through the IR EYE port by connecting with external IR receiver. The IR signal can
also be transmitted bi-directionally (connect IR OUT port of the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix
switcher to IR IN port of a far-end IR device, and connect IR IN ports of the HDBaseT
8x8 matrix switcher to IR OUT port of the far-end IR device), and in this mode, we
can control the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher remotely.
Note: The IR IN port has built-in infrared carrier receiver.
8) Connect an AC 100V~240V power adapter to the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher.
TIA/EIA T568A
TIA/EIA T568B
Pin
Cable color
Pin
Cable color
1
green white
1
orange white
2
green
2
orange
3
orange white
3
green white
4
blue
4
blue
5
blue white
5
blue white
6
orange
6
green
7
brown white
7
brown white
8
brown
8
brown
1st Ground
4--5
1st Ground
4--5
2nd Ground
3--6
2nd Ground
1--2
3rd Group
1--2
3rd Group
3--6
4th Group
7--8
4th Group
7--8
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4. System Operations
4.1 Front Panel Button Control
The operation examples are showed in 2.1 Front Panel. Here we make a brief
introduction to the system inquiry operations.
4.1.1 I/O channel control
1) To convert an input to an output:
Operation: “input”+“output”+“ENTER”
Example: input 1 to output 2
Note: In default status, 8 IR OUTs correspond with 8 HDMI INPUTS. When you convert
an HDMI input to an output, the corresponding IR OUT will be switched synchronously.
2) To convert an input to several outputs:
Operation: “input” + “output” + “output” +… + “ENTER”
Example: Switch input 2 to output 2, 4, 7
3) To convert an input to all outputs:
Operation: “input” + “ALL” + “ENTER”
Example: Convert input 1 to all outputs
Note: Indicators of the pressed buttons will blink green for three times if the conversion
is done, then it will be off. If the conversion failed, they will be off immediately.
4.1.2 EDID Data Learning
One input port learns the EDID data of one output port
Operation: Press “EDID”, “INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.
Example: Input 2 learns EDID data from output 4
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All input ports learn EDID data from one output port
Operation: Press “EDID”, “ALL”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”
Example: All input ports learn EDID data from output 4
Note: Indicators of the pressed buttons will blink green for three times if the conversion
is done, then it will be off. If the conversion failed, they will be off immediately.
4.1.3 EDID Setting
There are four types of embedded EDID data (shown as below). Select one type of
EDID data in EDID setting status.
OUTPUT 1: 1080P 2D PCM2.0
OUTPUT 2: 1080P 3D 5.1
OUTPUT 3: 1080P 2D PCM2.0
OUTPUT 4: 1080P 2D 5.1
Set EDID data for one input port
Operation: Press “EDID” (hold for 3 seconds to enter in EDID setting status),
“INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.
Example: Set the EDID data of INPUT 4 to the forth type of embedded EDID data:
Press (hold for 3 seconds) .
Set EDID data for all input ports
Operation: Press “EDID” (hold for 3 seconds to enter in EDID setting status),
“ALL”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.
Example: Set the EDID data of all input ports to the second type of EDID data:
Press (hold for three seconds) .
Note: Indicators of the pressed buttons will blink green for three times if the conversion
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is done, then it will be off. If the conversion failed, they will be off immediately.
4.1.4 Inquiry
Check status
Press and hold the button “ENTER” for 3 seconds, it will enter into system inquiry menu.
Use Left and Right direction button to navigate checking previous/next items.
Function Items
Example
Description
Check the
connection
status of inputs
Y means the corresponding port
is connected with input device, N
means not.
Check the
connection
status of outputs
Y means the corresponding port
is connected with output device,
N means not.
Correspondence
between inputs
and outputs
Shows the correspondence
between the 8 inputs and 8
outputs.
Check if the
input is with
HDCP
Y means the input signal is with
HDCP, N means not.
Check if the
output is with
HDCP
Y means the output signal is with
HDCP, N means not.
Check the
output resolution
Use button to check the 8
output resolutions separately.
Output check
Press any output button to check its corresponding input.
Example: Check which one is the corresponding input for output 2. (Presume Output 2
corresponds to Input 1.)
Operation: Press Output 2 button, LCD screen displays “01B02 01R02”, and indicators
of input 1 and output 2 turn on and last for 3 seconds. Then output 2 corresponds to
input 1.
4.1.5 Clear operation
When you switch output channel, learn EDID data, or set EDID data, press Clear button
to withdraw the operation before you press “ENTER” to carry it on. When you press it,
Resolution
Out 1 1920x1080
Out 1 2 3 4
HDCP Y Y Y N
In 1 2 3 4
HDCP Y Y Y N
Out 1 2 3 4
Input 1 2 3 3
Out 1 2 3 4
Connect Y Y N N
In 1 2 3 4
Connect Y Y Y Y
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the matrix will return to the previous status.
4.2 IR Control
By using IR & HDBaseT transmission technology, the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher has
some functions as follows:
1) Control far-end output device from local.
2) Control local input/output device remotely.
3) Control the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher locally/remotely.
4.2.1 Usage of IR Remote
① Standby button, press it to enter/ exit standby
mode
② Input channels, range from 1~8,
corresponding IR signal switched
synchronously when switching input
channels.
③ Menu buttons, ALL, EDID and CLEAR
buttons have the same function as the front
panel buttons. Please refer to 4.1 Front Panel
Button Control for details.
④ : Navigation buttons.
ENTER: Confirm button.
⑤ Output channels, range from 1~8.
Each channel has 1 IR IN, 1 HDMI, 1
HDBaseT, 1 RS232, and 1 AUDIO outputs,
and channel 5~8 are without HDMI outputs.
Note: With this IR remote, HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Swithcer can be controlled by the
built-in IR, the extended IR receiver connected to the “IR EYE” and the IR receiver on
the far-end receiver.
4.2.2 IR Operations
1) IR Matrix Switching
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The 8 “IR OUT” ports and the 8 “IR IN” ports on the far-end receivers make up an 8x8 IR
matrix. See as below:
Control Local Devices or the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Remotely
The IR signal is sent by corresponding IR remote, then it is transferred to HDBaseT
receiver, then to corresponding zone of the matrix through the twisted pair, finally it is
transferred to IR OUT port and received by controlled device.
Switching Operation: (8 IR IN ports correspond to 8 HDMI input ports separately in
default mode.)
a) Sending command (reference to 4.3 RS232 Control): [x1]R[x2].
x1: Corresponding to the 8 IR OUT ports of the matrix, the IR transmitter connected
to this port can be placed at IR receiving area of output device or HDBaseT 8x8
Matrix Switcher itself.
x2: Corresponding to the zone (receive IR signal from HDBaseT receiver with IR IN
port connects with IR receiver) number of HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher.
Example: Send command “3R2.” to transfer IR signal received from zone 2 to IR
OUT port 3.
Note: When switch all the 8 IR input signal channels to the same IR out channel, it is
not able to control the 8 far-end IR receivers at the same time.
2) IR Carrier Enforcing
Factory Default:
a) Only if the IR receiver connected with HDBaseT receiver is with IR carrier, can the
received IR signal be transferred to IR OUT port of the matrix.
b) Only if the IR receiver connected with IR ALL IN port of the matrix is with IR carrier,
can the received IR signal be transferred to IR OUT port of the matrix.
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If the IR receiver connected with HDBaseT receiver or IR ALL IN port of the matrix is
not with IR carrier, send the command “%0901.” to enter infrared carrier enforcing
mode, and then IR signal can be transferred to IR OUT port.
3) IR control setting
Control far-end output device from local
Connect an IR receiver with IR carrier to the IR IN port of HDBASET 8X8 MATRIX
SWITCHER, users can control far-end output displayer via its IR remote from local.
In that case, the IR signal is transferred via twisted pair. Only the corresponding IR OUT
port can emit control signals to the remote displayer.
See the figure below:
Control far-end device from Local
Note: The IR receiver connected to IR IN must be with IR carrier
The IR signal received from IR ALL IN port will be transmitted to all the eight far-end
HDBaseT receivers connected to HDBaseT ports of the HDBASET 8X8 MATRIX
SWITCHER. See as below:
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Control far-end device through IR ALL IN port
Control local device from remote
User can control local source devices with their IR remote from remote too. When using,
the IR signal received by the HDBaseT receiver will be transmitted to the corresponding
IR OUT port of the HDBASET 8X8 MATRIX SWITCHER. See below:
Control local device from remote
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Controlled by a Third-party IR Control Device
Connect the 3-pin end of the included IR converting cable (see as below) to IR IN port of
the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher, and plug the 2-pin end to IR OUT port of the
third-party control device. Then the IR signal received by the third-party control device is
able to be transmitted via the twisted pair, and finally gets to the remote displayer.
IR converting cable
4.3 RS232 Control
4.3.1 RS232 Commands
Through the RS232 communication port, users can control a far-end device whose
bound rate is 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 or 115200. Default settings of the
HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher: bound rate is 9600, data bit is 8, stop bit is 1 and parity
bit is none.
Communication protocol: RS232 Communication Protocol
Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none
Command
Function
Feedback Example
System Commands
/*Type;
Inquire the models information.
MHD88TP
/%Lock;
Lock the front panel buttons on the Matrix.
System Locked!
/%Unlock;
Unlock the front panel buttons on the
Matrix.
System Unlock!
/^Version;
Inquire the version of firmware
V1.X.X
/:MessageOff;
Turn off the feedback command from the
com port. It will only show simple words
like “Switch OK!”.
/:MessageOff;
/:MessageOn;
Turn on the feedback command from the
com port.
/:MessageOn;
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Command
Function
Feedback Example
Demo.
Switch to the “demo” mode, convert input
and output in turn like1->1, 1->2, …8->7,
8->8, 1->1… and so on .The switching
interval is 2 seconds.
Demo Mode
01B01
01B02
01B03
...
02B01
02B02
02B03
…
Undo.
To cancel the previous operation.
Undo Ok!
Operation Commands
[x]All.
Transfer signals from the input channel [x]
to all output channels
X To All.（X=01、02、
03、04..）
All#.
Transfer all input signals to the
corresponding output channels
respectively like 1->1, 2->2…
All Through.
All$.
Switch off all the output channels.
All Closed.
[x]#.
Transfer signals from the input channel [x]
to the output channel [x].
X Through.(X=01、02、
03、04..)
[x]$.
Switch off the output channel [x].
X Closed.(X=01、02、
03、04..)
[x]@.
Switch on the output channel [x].
X Open.(X=01、02、
03、04..)
All@.
Switch on all output channels.
All Open.
[x1] V[x2].
Transfer the video signal from the input
channel [x1] to the output channel [x2].
X1BX2(X1、X2=01、
02、03、04..)
[x1] B[x2].
Transfer the AV and IR signal from the
input channel [x1] to the output channel
[x2].
X1BX2(X1、X2=01、
02、03、04..)
Status[x]
Check the status of the output channel [x]
XBX (X=01、02、03、
04..)
Status.
Inquire the input channel to the output
channels one by one.
XB X
XB X
XB X
XB X (X=01、02、
03、04..)
Save[Y].
Save the present operation to the preset
command [Y], ranges from 0 to 9.
Save To FY
(Y=0-9)
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Command
Function
Feedback Example
Recall[Y].
Recall the preset command [Y].
Recall From FY
(Y=0-9)
Clear[Y].
Clear the preset command [Y].
Clear FY
(Y=0-9)
PWON.
Work in normal mode.
PWON
PWOFF.
Enter into standby mode and cut off the
power supply to HDBaseT receivers.
PWOFF
STANDBY.
Enter into standby mode. (Do not cut off
the power supply to HDBaseT receivers,
press other buttons or send other
commands to start.)
STANDBY
/%[Y]/[X]:[Z].
HDCP management command. [Y] is for
input (value: I) or output (value: O). [X] is
the number of the port, if the value of X is
ALL, it means all ports. [Z] is for working
status (value: 1 or 0).
Y=I & Z=1, means the input port is with
HDCP.
Y=O & Z=1, means the output port is
with HDCP.
Y=I & Z=0, means the input port is not
with HDCP.
Y=O & Z=0, means the output port
without HDCP.
/%I/1:1.: Input 1 is
with HDCP;
/%I/1:0.: Input 1 is
without HDCP;
/%I/ALL:1.: All input
ports are with HDCP;
/%I/ALL:0.: all input
ports are without
HDCP;
/%O/1:1.: Output 1 is
with HDCP;
/%O/1:0.: Output 1 is
without HDCP;
/%O/ALL:1.: all
output ports are with
HDCP
/%O/ALL:0.: all
output ports are
without HDCP
[x1] R[x2].
Transfer the IR signal from input channel
[x1] to output channel [x2].
IR: X1R X2(X1 、
X2=01、02、03、04..)
DigitAudioON[
x].
Enable HDMI audio output of port x.
X=1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, enable this
port.
X=9, enable all the 8 ports.
DigitAudioON[x].
DigitAudioOF
F[x].
Disable HDMI audio output of port x.
X=1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, disable this
port.
X=9, disable all the 8 ports.
DigitAudioOFF[x].
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Command
Function
Feedback Example
/+[Y]/[X]:******.
Set communication between PC and
HDBaseT receiver.
① Y is for RS232 port (connect with
RS232 port of HDBaseT receiver)
Y=1~9, or A~P
The value of Y is defined into the
following meanings (in a given baud
rate depended by the value X):
a. Y=1,2,3,4,5,6,7, or 8, send command
to the corresponding HDBT receiver.
b. Y = 9, send command to all HDBT
receivers.
c. Y = A, B, C, D, E, F, G or H, preset
command to be sent to single port
when the matrix swticher is powered
on (A~G corresponds to port 1~8
separately)
d. Y = I, J, K, L, M, N, O or P, preset
command to be sent to single port
when the matrix swticher is powered
off (I~P corresponds to port 1~8
separately)
② X is for bound rate (Value ranges
from 1 to 7, 1 is for 2400, 2 for 4800, 3
for 9600, 4 for 19200, 5 for 38400, 6
for 57600 and 7 for 115200)
③ ***** is for data (max 48 Byte)
④ Symbol “.” is the end of one
command. If there are some symbols
of “.” in one command, this case is
allowed and the last one is the end.
/+[Y]/[X]:******.
EDIDH[x]B[y].
Learn the EDID from output port [x] to
input port [y].
If the EDID data is effective and the audio
part supports not only PCM mode, then
force-set it to support PCM mode only. If
the EDID data is not effective, then set it
as initialized EDID data.
EDIDH[x]B[y].
EDIDPCM[x].
Set the audio part of input port [x] to PCM
format in EDID database.
EDIDPCM[x].
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Command
Function
Feedback Example
EDIDG[x].
Get EDID data from the output port and
display the output port number of X.
Hexadecimal EDID
data and carriage
return character
EDIDMInit.
Recover the factory default EDID data.
EDIDMInit.
EDIDM[X]B[Y].
Manually EDID switching. Enable input[Y]
to learn the EDID data of output[X]. If the
EDID data is not effective, then set it as
initialized EDID data.
EDIDM[X]B[Y].
EDIDUpgrade
[x].
Upgrade EDID data via the RS232 port.
[X] is for input port, when the value of X is
9, it means to upgrade all input ports.
When the switcher receives the
command, it will show a message to
prompt you to send EDID file (.bin file).
Operations will be canceled after 10
seconds. Please cut off all connections of
HDBaseT ports.
Please send the
EDID file
UpgradeIntED
ID[x].
Select one type of EDID data and upgrade
built-in EDID data. Supports 4 types of
EDID data:
1. 1080P, 2D, PCM2.0
2. 1080P, 2D, 5.1 (audio)
3. 1080P, 3D, PCM2.0
4. 1080P, 3D, 5.1 (audio)
[x] = 1, 2, 3 or 4
When the switcher gets the command, it
will show a message to send EDID file
(.bin file). Operations will be canceled
after 10 seconds.
Please send the
EDID file
EDID/[x]/[y].
Set the built-in EDID data of input port [x]
to type [y].
The value of [y] is 1, 2, 3, and 4. The
EDID data types are same as mentioned
above.
EDID/[x]/[y].
%0801.
Automatically HDCP management. Input
is with HDCP, so is output.
%0801.
%0900.
Set as infrared carrier following mode.
Carrier native
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Command
Function
Feedback Example
%0901.
Set as infrared carrier enforcing mode.
Force carrier
%0911.
Reset to factory default.
Factory Init
%9951.
Check the command sent by port 1 when
PWON.
Port 1:data when
PWON
%9952.
Check the command sent by port 2 when
PWON.
Port 2:data when
PWON
%9953.
Check the command sent by port 3 when
PWON.
Port 3:data when
PWON
%9954.
Check the command sent by port 4 when
PWON.
Port 4:data when
PWON
%9955.
Check the command sent by port 5 when
PWON.
Port 5:data when
PWON
%9956.
Check the command sent by port 6 when
PWON.
Port 6:data when
PWON
%9957.
Check the command sent by port 7 when
PWON.
Port 7:data when
PWON
%9958.
Check the command sent by port 8 when
PWON.
Port 8:data when
PWON
%9941.
Check the command sent by port 1 when
PWOFF.
Port 1:data when
PWOFF
%9942.
Check the command sent by port 2 when
PWOFF.
Port 2:data when
PWOFF
%9943.
Check the command sent by port 3 when
PWOFF.
Port 3:data when
PWOFF
%9944.
Check the command sent by port 4 when
PWOFF.
Port 4:data when
PWOFF
%9945.
Check the command sent by port 5 when
PWOFF.
Port 5:data when
PWOFF
%9946.
Check the command sent by port 6 when
PWOFF.
Port 6:data when
PWOFF
%9947.
Check the command sent by port 7 when
PWOFF.
Port 7:data when
PWOFF
%9948.
Check the command sent by port 8 when
PWOFF.
Port 8:data when
PWOFF
%9961.
Check the system locking status.
System Unlock!
%9962.
Check the status while in standby mode.
In working mode:
PWON
In standby mode:
PWOFF
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Command
Function
Feedback Example
%9963.
Check the working mode of infrared
carrier.
In native mode:
Carrier native
In force mode: Force
carrier
%9964.
Check the IP address.
192.168.1.1
%9971.
Check the connection status of the inputs.
In 1 2 3 4
Connect N Y Y Y
In 5 6 7 8
Connect N Y Y Y
%9972.
Check the connection status of the
outputs.
Out 1 2 3 4
Connect N Y Y Y
Out 5 6 7 8
Connect N Y Y Y
%9973.
Check the HDCP status of the inputs.
In 1 2 3 4
HDCP N N Y Y
In 5 6 7 8
HDCP N N Y Y
%9974.
Check the HDCP status of the outputs.
Out 1 2 3 4
HDCP N N Y Y
Out 5 6 7 8
HDCP N N Y Y
%9975.
Check the switching status.
Out 1 2 3 4
In 1 2 3 4
Out 5 6 7 8
In 5 6 7 8
%9976.
Check the output resolution.
Resolution
Out 1 0000x0000
Out 2 1920x1080
Out 3 1920x1080
Out 4 1920x1080
Out 5 0000x0000
Out 6 1920x1080
Out 7 1920x1080
Out 8 1920x1080
%9977.
Check the status of digital audio of output
channels.
Out 1 2 3 4
Audio Y Y Y Y
Out 5 6 7 8
Audio Y Y Y Y
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Command
Function
Feedback Example
%9978.
Check the HDCP status of the input ports.
In 1 2 3 4
HDCPEN Y Y Y Y
In 5 6 7 8
HDCPEN Y Y Y Y
Note:
1) Please disconnect all the twisted pairs before sending command EDIDUpgrade[X].
2) In above commands, “[”and “]” are symbols for easy reading and do not need to be
typed in actual operation.
3) Please remember to end the commands with the ending symbols “.” and “;”.
4) Type the command carefully, it is case-sensitive.
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4.3.2 Control the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher
To control the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher, you need to connect its 9 pin female
RS232 port to a PC’s RS232 port, or you can just connect any one of the HDBaseT
receiver’s RS232 port with PC (RS232 command can be transmitted to the HDBaseT
8x8 matrix switcher via the twisted pair). By using RS232 control software and with right
specification settings, you are able to control the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher.
Control the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher from local
Control the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher from local
Control the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher from remote
Control the HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher from remote
4.3.3 Control 3rd-Party Device from Local
Connect the 9 pin female RS232 port of the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher with PC, by
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using the RS232 command “/+[Y]/[X]:******.”, you are able to control the 3rd-party
device connected with the HDBaseT receiver.
Please refer to the detailed command description in 4.3.1 RS232 Commands.
Control 3rd-party Device through 9 pin female RS232 port
4.3.4 Bi-directional RS232 Control
By connecting one 3-pin captive screw RS232 port with PC (or controlled device), and
connecting the RS232 port of corresponding HDBaseT receiver with controlled device
(or PC), the RS232 signal is able to be transmitted bi-directionally.
Control far-end device from local
Connect the RS232 (3-pin captive screw) port in any zone to PC, and connect the
controlled RS232 device (3rd party device) to the corresponding (same zone as PC)
receiver, see below:
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Control far-end device from local
Control the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher from remote
Connect the RS232 (3-pin captive screw) port in any zone to controlled device (3rd party
device), and connect PC to the corresponding (same zone as controlled device) receiver,
see below:
Control the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher from remote
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4.4 TCP/IP Control
4.4.1 Control Modes
TCP/IP default settings: IP is 192.168.0.178, Gateway is 192.168.0.1, and Serial Port is
8080. IP & Gateway can be changed as you need, Serial Port cannot be changed.
Controlled by Single PC
Connect a computer to the TCP/IP port of the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher, and set its
network segment to the same as the default IP of the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher
(192.168.0.178).
Controlled by PC(s) in LAN
The HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher can be connected with a router to make up a LAN
with the PC(s), this make it able to be controlled in a LAN. When control, just make sure
the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher’s network segment is the same with the router. Please
connect as the following figure for LAN control.
Same network
segment as the
switcher
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Step1. Connect the TCP/IP port of the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher to Ethernet port
of PC with twisted pair.
Step2. Set the PC’s IP address and gateway to the same IP section as the HDBaseT
8x8 matrix switcher. Do please remember the PC’s original IP address and
gateway.
Step3. Set the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher’s IP address and gateway to the same IP
section as the router.
Step4. Set the PC’s IP address and gateway as the original one.
Step5. Connect the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher and PC(s) to the router. In the same
LAN, each PC is able to control the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher
asynchronously.
Step6. Connect the TCP/IP port of the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher to Ethernet port
of PC with twisted pair.
Step7. Set the PC’s network segment to the same as the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix
switcher. Do please remember the PC’s original network segment.
Step8. Set the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher’s network segment to the same as the
router.
Step9. Set the PC’s network segment to the original one.
Step10. Connect the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher and PC(s) to the router. In the same
LAN, each PC is able to control the HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher
asynchronously.
Then it’s able to control the device via GUI or TCP/IP communication software. Here we
make a brief introduction to TCP/IP communication software controlling.
4.4.2 Control HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher via TCP/IP communication software
(Exampled by TCPUDP software)
1) Connect a computer and HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher to the same network. Open
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the TCPUDP software (or any other TCP/IP communication software) and create a
connection, enter the IP address and port of HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher (default
IP: 192.168.0.178, port:8080):
2) After connect successfully, we can enter commands to control the HDBaseT 8x8
matrix switcher, as below:
4.4.3 TCP/IP Configuration
Type the designed website (Default: 192.168.0.178:100, changeable) in your browser.
Enter correct username and password to log in the WebServer:
Username: admin; Password: admin
Here you will receive the
feedback when a command
is sent.
Enter your command here.
Commands are the same with
RS232 commands listed in 4.3.1
RS232 Commands
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Here is the main configuration interface of the WebServer:
Users can configure the IP port, including the IP reset, Serial reset and password reset,
update firmware of the IP module on the WebServer.
4.5 USB Firmware Updating
HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher boasts a USB port for online firmware upgrade on the
front panel. Follow these steps to upgrade firmware:
Step1. Copy the upgrade software and the latest upgrade file (.bin) to PC.
Step2. Connect the USB ports of HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher and the PC via USB
cable.
Step3. Double-click the update software icon (see as below).
It will enter the upgrade interface shown as below:
Step4. Click Connect USB.
Step5. Click Open to load the upgrade file, then click Updata to start firmware
upgrading.
Note: To ensure available control, the COM number of the PC should be 1~9.
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5. Specification
Video Input
Video Output
Input
8 HDMI
Output
4 HDMI
8 HDBaseT
Input
Connector
Female HDMI
Output
Connector
Female HDMI
Female RJ45(with LED
indicators)
Input Level
T.M.D.S. 2.9V~3.3V
Output Level
T.M.D.S. 2.9V~3.3V
Input
Impedance
100Ω (Differential)
Output
Impedance
100Ω (Differential)
HDBaseT
Output
Up to 60m1080P@60Hz
CAT5e/6
Video General
Gain
0 dB
Bandwidth
6.75Gbit/s
Video Signal
HDMI (or DVI-D)
Maximum
Pixel Clock
225MHz
Resolution
Range
Up to 1920 x
1200@60Hz or
1080P@60Hz
Switching
Speed
200ns (Max.)
Transmission
Distance
60m with PoC
HDBaseT
Output
Resolution
1080P@60Hz
EDID
Management
In-built EDID data and manual EDID management
HDCP
Supports HDCP 1.3, auto and manual HDCP management.
Audio General
Output Signal
Stereo audio
Digital audio
Output
Connector
8 3-pin captive screw
connectors
Stereo
Output
Earphone output
distortion: 0.1%
32Ω/70mW@1KHz,
0.1% 16Ω/105mW
@1KHz
Coax
Output
Supports PCM, Dolby,
DTS 5.1
Frequency
Response
20Hz~20KHz
CMRR
>90dB @20Hz ~
20KHz
Control Parts
Control Ports
8 IR OUTs (green)
8 IR INs (black)
1 IR EYE (black)
1 TCP/IP (female RJ45)
Panel Control
Front panel buttons
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1 RS232 (9 pin female D)
8 RS232s (3-pin captive
screw connectors)
IR
Default IR remote
Extend IR EYE
TCP/IP
Control
Works with the Network
Controller V2.2
General
Power
Supply
110V~240V AC
Power
Consumption
Full load: 117.8W
Floating: 54.4W
Temperature
-10 ~ +40℃
Humidity
10% ~ 90%
Dimension
(W*H*D)
437 x 88 x 380 mm
Weight
5.6Kg
6. Panel Drawing
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7. Troubleshooting & Maintenance
Problems
Causes
Solutions
Color losing or no video
signal output
The connecting cables may
not be connected correctly
or it may be broken.
Check whether the cables
are connected correctly
and in working condition.
Fail or loose connection
Make sure the connection
is good
No output image when
switching
No signal at the input /
output end
Check with oscilloscope or
multimeter if there is any
signal at the input/ output
end.
Fail or loose connection
Make sure the connection
is good
The extender is broken
Send it to authorized
dealer for repairing.
EDID management does
not work normally
The HDMI cable is broken
at the output end.
Change for another HDMI
cable which is in good
working condition.
There is a blank screen on
the display when switching
The display does not
support the resolution of
the video source.
Switch again.
Manage the EDID data
manually to make the
resolution of the video
source automatically
compliant with the output
resolution.
Cannot control the device
by control device (e.g. a
PC) through RS232 port
Wrong RS232
communication parameters
Type in correct RS232
communication
parameters.
Broken RS232 port
Send it to authorized
dealer for checking.
Static becomes stronger
when connecting the video
connectors
Bad grounding
Check the grounding and
make sure it is connected
well.
Cannot control the device
The device has already
Send it to authorized
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by RS232 / IR remote /
front panel buttons
been broken.
dealer for repairing.
If your problem persists after following the above troubleshooting steps, seek further
help from authorized dealer or our technical support.
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8. After-sales Service
If there appear some problems when running the device, please check and deal with the
problems reference to this user manual. Any transport costs are borne by the users
during the warranty.
1) Product Limited Warranty: We warrants that its products will be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for three years, which starts from the first day you
buy this product (The purchase invoice shall prevail).
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence
that the unit is within the Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty
service.
2) What the warranty does not cover:
Warranty expiration.
Factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product.
Damage, deterioration or malfunction caused by:
Normal wear and tear
Use of supplies or parts not meeting our specifications
No certificate or invoice as the proof of warranty.
The product model showed on the warranty card does not match with the
model of the product for repairing or had been altered.
Damage caused by force majeure.
Servicing not authorized
Other causes which does not relate to a product defect
Delivery, installation or labor charges for installation or setup of the product
3) Technical Support: Email to our after-sales department or make a call, please
inform us the following information about your cases.
Product version and name.
Detailed failure situations.
The formation of the cases.
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