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Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started ...................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Important Safeguards ............................................................................................................ 3
1.10 Operation and IR Control ..................................................................................................... 14
1.10.1 Source Side ................................................................................................................................................ 14
2.2 Method 2: Use the Front Panel of The Master Unit ......................................................................... 22
2.2 IR Discrete Code ................................................................................................................... 23
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Section 1: Getting Started
1.1 Important Safeguards
Please read all of these instructions carefully before you use the device. Save this manual for future
reference.
What the warranty does not cover
Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized
product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product.
Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by us.
Any damage of the product due to shipment.
Removal or installation of the product.
Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuation or failure.
Use of supplies or parts not meeting our specifications.
Normal wear and tear.
Any other causes which does not relate to a product defect.
Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.
1.2 Safety Instructions
The Avenview SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8 HDMI 1.3 Matrix Switch over CAT5 with Full 3D Support has been tested for
conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. However,
like all electronic equipment’s, the SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8 should be used with care. Read the following safety
instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module.
Dismantling the housing or modifying the module may result in electrical shock or burn.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing housing may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards
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.
Have the module checked by a qualified service engineer before using it again.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before
cleaning.
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1.3 Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
1.4 Introduction
The Avenview SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8, HDMI over CAT5 Matrix with IR Pass-through and Full 3D Support provides
the most flexible and cost effective solution in the market to route high definition video sources plus
multi-channel (up to 7.1 channel) digital audio from any of the eight HDMI sources to the remote displays at
the same time. Through low cost Cat-5/5e/6 LAN cables, not only high quality video and audio can be
transmitted to the display sites, but also users can switch among eight HDMI sources using the push-in button
or remote control. With single power design at the source site, each remote module is easily installed without
power supply. Furthermore, the built-in IR extension function, users can control the HDMI source devices
such as Blu-ray Disc Player, Satellite Receivers etc. at display site directly.
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- Supports HDMI Deep Color & Full 3D
- Re-clocking TMDS single
- HDCP compliant
- Allows any source to be displayed on multiple displays at the same time
- Allows any HDMI display to view any HDMI source at any time
- Supports 7.1 channel digital audio
- Supports default HDMI EDID and learns the EDID of displays
- The matrix master can switch every output channels to any HDMI inputs by push-in button, IR remote
control, or RS-232 control
- Allows controlling local HDMI sources such as DVD and TiVo by attached IR extender from remote
receiver to matrix master
- Allows to control matrix master through IR remote control at remote receiver’s site
- Extends video signal up to 35m (115 feet) over CAT5e at 1080p and likely longer with better HDMI
- Easy installation with rack-mounting and wall-mounting designs for master and receiver respectively
- Fast response time – 2~5 seconds for channel
1.5 Package Contents
Before you start the installation of the converter, please check the package contents.
- SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8 x 1
- HDM3D-C5SW-R x 8
- IR Blaster x 8
- IR Receiver x 9
- IR Remote Control x 1
- Rackmounting Ear x 2
- Power Cable x 1
- User’s Manual x 1
- Software CD x 1
1.6 Before Installation
Put the product in an even and stable location. If the product falls down or drops, it may cause an
injury or malfunction.
Don’t place the product in too high temperature (over 50°C), too low temperature (under 0°C) or high
humidity.
Use the DC power adapter with correct specifications. If inappropriate power supply is used then it
may cause a fire.
Do not twist or pull by force ends of the optical cable. It can cause malfunction.
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1.7 Panel Description
1. Power: Power Control
2. 7 Segment LED Indicators
3. Front Panel Push Buttons
4. IR Sensor
5. Ext. IR: IR Receiver
1. RS232
2. SW 1-8: DIP Switches
(See Dip switch Section)
3. IR Pass Through 1 – 8: 3.5mm IR blaster
socket for individual HDMI Source
Control
4. Input 1 – 8: HDMI Inputs
5. Output Ports: 8 RJ-45 TMDS/DDC outputs
for each output channel
6. IR Main: 3.5mm IR Blaster socket for
HDMI Source Control on all 8 Inputs
7. SW Main: DIP Switches
8. AC Power
9. USB: USB Control Port
1.7.1 SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8 Front Panel
1 2 3 4 5
1.7.2 SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8 Rear Panel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
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1.7.3 HDM3D-C5SW-R
1. IR Receiver: Plug in IR receiver
2. 5V DC Power jack
3. HDMI Signal Input: Plug in CAT 5/6
4. IR signal: Plug in the CAT5/6 connected
from the respective IR signal port on the
SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8.
5. IN Put Channel: Displays the current
HDMI Source
6. Input Select: Push button for switch
Input source channel in sequential order
7. Signal Level 0 – 7: Adjust the 8-level
equalization control to the received
HDMI signals.
8. HDMI Output: Connect HDMI cable to
HDMI Display
Adjust the 8-level equalization control to the received HDMI signals. The HDMI signal level varies from 0
(strongest) to 7 (weakest) for respective transmission length from longest possible range to short distance.
Please adjust the signal level from 7 to 0 and stop turning the rotary switch whenever the audio/video is
playing normally. Inappropriate signal level setting may cause overpowering issue that would shorten the
product life significantly!
Default Mode1: EDID up to 1080p & Surround sound
Audio Output up to 7.1Ch
(DTS-HD Master & Dolby TrueHD)
OFF
ON
720p/1080i
Stereo2
Safe Mode2: Forces system to output at 720p/1080i
with Stereo Audio.
ON
OFF
Bypass
Bypass
EDID Learning Mode3: for learning EDID from the
display while playing any received HDMI Audio format.
ON
ON
Bypass4
Stereo4
EDID Learning & Stereo Mode5: For learning EDID from
the display while enforcing stereo output.
1. Factory default setting of [SW1]-[SW8] is pin-1 at OFF [] & pin-2 at OFF [] for 1080p video and surround
sound audio.
2 If the HDTV shows video but without audio, please try to set audio mode to stereo.
3 If you encounter any unsolved audio/video output problem during system installation, please turn any
[SW1]-[SW8] to pin-1 at ON [] & pin-2 at OFF [] for safe mode to select the system EDID up to 720p(1080i) video
and stereo audio for system check. However, the safe mode cannot be initiated if your HDMI source is set to enforce
1080p output. In this case, please reconfigure your HDMI source to all resolution output for troubleshooting.
4 Bypass means the matrix will maintain playing the original format of HDMI signals in video and perhaps audio.
By setting at this mode, the users may encounter compatibility issue among different kinds of HDMI sources and
displays. If you cannot get the audio and/or video output normally at the system installation, please change the DIP
switch setting to default mode or even safe mode to verify the functionality of the device.
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1.7.4 SW Main Dip Switch for Firmware Update
DIP Switch Position
PIN # 1
PIN # 2
PIN # 3
PIN # 4
Normal Operation Mode6 RS232
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
Normal Operation Mode USB
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
Firmware
Update
Mode7
Block A [main]
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
Block B [remote]
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Block C [HDMI]
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
6 Factory default for SW Main is pin#1-OFF [], pin#2-OFF [], pin#3-OFF [], & pin#4-OFF []. PLEASE
MAINTAIN THIS SETTING AT ANYTIME FOR REGULAR USE VIA RS-232 CONTROL!
7 Sequence for firmware update
WARNING!
[Firmware update only can be done via RS-232 port and connection to PC set at COM1)
[1]. Power off the Matrix unit. Execute the firmware update program on your PC via COM1 port connection
to the RS-232 port of the Matrix unit.
[2]. Set the pin#1 of [SW Main] at ON [] for firmware update mode.
[3]. Set pin#2 and pin#3 at respective positions to assign which Block to be updated.
[4]. Power on the Matrix unit. The firmware update program should begin this update sequence
automatically. If not, please check the RS-232 connection status between PC and Matrix unit.
[5]. After the OK message shows up to indicate the firmware update sequence for designated Block is
complete, please turn off the Matrix unit.
[6]. Repeat step 3 ~ step6 if you want to update the firmware of the remaining Blocks.
[7]. Set the [SW Main] switch position to Normal Operation Mode.
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1.8 IR Control Patch
IR Blaster Cable
IR Receiver Cable
Incorrect placement of IR Blaster and Receiver may result in the failure of the IR extenders. Please check
carefully before plugging in the IR extender to the respective IR sockets. Warranty will not cover the
damage.
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1.8.1 Supported IR Data Formats
Data Format
Suitable
Not Recommended
NEC
RC5
TOSHIBA MICOM CODE
GRUNDIG CODE
SONY 12 BIT CODE
SONY 15 BIT CODE
SONY 20 BIT CODE
RCA CODE
RCM CODE
MATSHUSHITA CODE
MITSUBISHI CODE
ZENITH CODE
JVC CODE
M50560-001P
MN6125H
MN6125L
MN6014-C5D7
MN6014-C6D6
MC14457P
LC7464(AHEA)
GEMINI-CM
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1.9 Installation (SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8)
To setup Avenview SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8 follow these steps for connecting to a device:
Matrix Switch
1. Connect all sources to HDMI Inputs on the 8X8 HDMI over CAT5 Matrix Switch (SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8)
2. Connect each HDMI CAT 5/6 output on the SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8 to respective CAT 5/6 input on the
remote receiver HDM3D-C5SW-R
3. Connect each IR CAT 5/6 output on the SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8 to respective CAT 5/6 input on the
remote receiver HDM3D-C5SW-R
4. Connect IR emitter cable to the SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8 and direct the IR emitter to the build-in IR
receiver of the sources
5. Connect the +5V 6A DC power supply to the SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8
6. Power on all HDMI sources
7. Power on the SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8
Receiver
1. Connect each HDMI output to HDMI displays.
2. Connect the HDMI SIGNAL port with CAT6 on the HDM3D-C5SW-R to the HDMI SIGNAL port on the
SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8.
3. Connect the IR CONTROL port on the HDM3D-C5SW-8 to the IR CONTROL port on the
SW-HDM3D-C5-8X8.
4. Connect IR receiver and place the IR receiver at the appropriate position that can receive the IR
command signals sent from the users.
5. Dial the 8-level rotary control switch to adjust the HDMI signal level until the picture and sound are
clear. It is recommended to dial from 7 to 0 to find the optimal visual experience.
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1.10 Operation and IR Control
INPUT 1
HDMI input port #1
INPUT 2
HDMI input port #2
INPUT 3
HDMI input port #3
INPUT 4
HDMI input port #4
INPUT 5
HDMI input port #5
INPUT 6
HDMI input port #6
INPUT 7
HDMI input port #7
INPUT 8
HDMI input port #8
OUTPUT 1
HDMI output port #1
OUTPUT 2
HDMI output port #2
OUTPUT 3
HDMI output port #3
OUTPUT 4
HDMI output port #4
OUTPUT 5
HDMI output port #5
OUTPUT 6
HDMI output port #6
OUTPUT 7
HDMI output port #7
OUTPUT 8
HDMI output port #8
1.10.1 Source Side
1.10.1.1Method A: Push Button
1. Use the “” or “—“ channel button on output port to select which port to be changed.
“”: change selected output port in ascending order
“—“: change selected output port in descending order
2. Push the “” or “—“ channel button on Input channel to select the HDMI input source you want to
display on this selected output port in step 1 in sequential order. Once you reach the desired input
channel you want to display on this selected output port, leave it and the setting will be effective in a
few seconds.
1.10.1.2Method B: IR Remote Control
Firstly please push one of the INPUT buttons to choose which HDMI input source you are going to setup.
After that, you can have multiple outputs playing the same content from the selected INPUT #1-#8 by
pushing the corresponding OUTPUT buttons. The setting will be effective in a couple of seconds.
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1.10.2 Display Side
Switch input port in descending order*
Switch input port in ascending order*
SOURCE SEL. 1
Switch the display channel at the remote
site to input port 1
SOURCE SEL. 2
Switch the display channel at the remote
site to input port 2
SOURCE SEL. 3
Switch the display channel at the remote
site to input port 3
SOURCE SEL. 4
Switch the display channel at the remote
site to input port 4
SOURCE SEL. 5
Switch the display channel at the remote
site to input port 5
SOURCE SEL. 6
Switch the display channel at the remote
site to input port 6
SOURCE SEL. 7
Switch the display channel at the remote
site to input port 7
SOURCE SEL. 8
Switch the display channel at the remote
site to input port 8
1.10.2.1Method A: Push Button
Press the INPUT SELECT push button to switch the input source on the respective output port connected to
the matrix receiver in sequential order. The selected input source will be displayed on the LED of INPUT
CHANNEL.
1.10.2.2Method B: IR Remote Control for Switching Input Channels
Please decide which input channel to be selected by pressing Source Selection 1 to Source Selection 8. Or
you can use left and right button to enter IR control mode and select the input channel in
ascending and descending order respectively. The setting will be effective in a couple of seconds.
Right () button to switch input source in ascending order (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 1, 2, ......)
Left ( ) button to switch input source in descending order (1, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 2, ......)
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1.11 RS232 Serial Port Control
Scan:Press Scan button, the machine will scan the all com port and show them.
Select the RS232 serial port connected to the machine. And set device ID 255 is for all device.
Only the same device id or 255 can get the command you sent.
Press OK. Get the new status from the machine you select.
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Setting:
Press Get button to read back device ID.
Press Set button to write device ID.
Linkage: Press Linkage button to read back all status
Open / Close: Press this button to Close or Open COM Port.
Mapping Button:
Select All Output:
Select “set all output”, and then select the source on main
menu. You can quickly set all output to the same source.
Unselect All Output:
Release output selection.
Select Input1~8-Output:
Select Input Source. Then select the output port icon.
For example:
Select input source 1. Then select output port one and two. The
video and audio will be sending to port one and two.
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Fast Select Button:
Press Fast select button. Quick setting.
Input one Output Port one
Input two Output Port two
…..
Press Fast select pull down menu.
Select Input Num-Output Num
Input source #1 Output port #1
Input source #2 Output port #2
…..
Select Input* - All Output
Send the same source to all output.
Output Port:
Pull down menu and select which source to be sent to this output port.
One by one setting
On main menu screen.
First select input source. Then select the output ports which you want to
send the video and audio from this source. When you select the input
source, the source will change to gray. When you select the output port
one by one, the selected output port will change to gray.
The linking line will change to yellow.
Group setting
First select output ports one by one. Then select the input source. The selected output ports change
the setting at the same time.
By using Terminal:
Baud rate: 9600
Data length: 8bit
Parity check: No
Stop bit: 1
While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document, Avenview Inc. assumes no liability with respect to the
operation or use of Avenview hardware, software or other products and documentation described herein, for any act or omission of
Avenview concerning such products or this documentation, for any interruption of service, loss or interruption of business, loss of
anticipatory profits, or for punitive, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of the
Avenview hardware, software, or other products and documentation provided herein.
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function or design. With respect to Avenview products which this document relates, Avenview disclaims all express or implied warranties
regarding such products, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and
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