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User Manual
Distribution Amplifier
1x8 / 1x16
HDMI-E8 / HDMI-E16
V.2012HDMI-E8E16.00
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Before You Begin
Follow all instructions marked on the device during using.
Do not attempt to maintain the device by yourself, any faults, please contact your
vendor.
Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
It is better to keep it in a dry environment.
The system should be installed indoor only. Install either on a sturdy rack or desk in a
well-ventilated place.
Only use the power cord supported with the device.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean the device.
Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.
Unplug the power cord during lightning or after a prolonged period of non-use to avoid
damage to the equipment.
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Table of Contents
1. System Overview ........................................................................................................................4
1.1 Introduction.......................................................................................................................4
1.2 Packing..............................................................................................................................5
1.3 Accessories (Optional) ......................................................................................................5
2. Features .......................................................................................................................................6
3. Specifications..............................................................................................................................7
4. Device Installation.......................................................................................................................8
5. Front/Rear Panels........................................................................................................................9
5.1 Front Panel ........................................................................................................................9
5.2 Rear Panel .......................................................................................................................10
6. Peripherals Connections............................................................................................................12
6.1 Input/Output Connections...............................................................................................13
6.1.1 Output LED..........................................................................................................14
6.1.2 Output Cable ........................................................................................................14
6.2 IR Pass-through Connection............................................................................................15
6.3 IR EXT Connection.........................................................................................................16
6.4 Power Connection...........................................................................................................16
6.5 Distribution Amplifier Remote Control ..........................................................................17
6.6 Ports and Switchers.........................................................................................................18
6.6.1 RS-232..................................................................................................................18
6.6.2 RS-485..................................................................................................................20
6.6.3 LAN Port..............................................................................................................22
6.6.4 DIP Switcher 8 Pins .............................................................................................23
6.6.5 DIP Switcher 2 Pins .............................................................................................23
6.6.6 Device ID Settings ...............................................................................................24
7. Application Software.................................................................................................................26
7.1 Software Introduction......................................................................................................26
7.1.1 Software Description............................................................................................26
7.1.2 Software Activation..............................................................................................26
7.1.3 Connect Distribution Amplifier and PC...............................................................27
7.2 Configuration ..................................................................................................................27
7.2.1 Main Operation Interface.....................................................................................29
7.2.2 Disconnect Function Key.....................................................................................31
7.2.3 Audio Configuration Function (Not Support for DA)..........................................33
7.2.4 EDID Configuration Function (Not Support for DA)..........................................36
7.2.5 RS-232 Memory Function (Not Support for DA)................................................37
7.2.6 Options Function..................................................................................................38
7.2.7 Communication Protocol/Control Command Code.............................................38
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7.3 LAN Web Configuration.................................................................................................39
7.3.1 Audio Configuration (Not Support for DA).........................................................40
7.3.2 Video Configuration (Not Support for DA) .........................................................41
7.3.3 Device Status Information....................................................................................41
7.3.4 Device Output View.............................................................................................42
7.3.5 LAN Main Operation...........................................................................................42
7.3.6 LAN Memory Function (Not Support for DA)....................................................43
7.3.7 LAN IP Function..................................................................................................44
7.3.8 Other Application.................................................................................................45
8. Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................................46
Appendix A Remote Controller (Optional)...................................................................................48
Appendix B IR Mini-Controller (Optional)..................................................................................49
Appendix C Firmware Upgrade....................................................................................................50
Appendix D RS-232 Communication Protocol.............................................................................53
D-1 Host Request..................................................................................................................53
D-1.1 Device Byte.........................................................................................................53
D-1.2 Request Byte.......................................................................................................54
D-1.3 Index Byte...........................................................................................................56
D-1.4 Value Byte...........................................................................................................57
D-1.5 CRC Byte............................................................................................................58
D-2 Device ACK Packet .......................................................................................................59
D-2.1 ACK Type A........................................................................................................59
D-2.2 ACK Type B........................................................................................................60
D-2.3 ACK Type C........................................................................................................61
D-2.4 ACK Type D........................................................................................................62
D-2.5 ACK Type E........................................................................................................63
Appendix E HDMI Extender (HX-RW)........................................................................................65
Features .................................................................................................................................66
Specifications........................................................................................................................66
Installation.............................................................................................................................66
IR Receiver Cable Directions................................................................................................67
IR Blaster Cable Directions...................................................................................................67
HDMI Output Connector ......................................................................................................67
Wiring Information for Link Connector................................................................................68
Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................................................69
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1. System Overview
1.1 Introduction
HDMI-E8/HDMI-E16 Distribution Amplifier (DA) is high performance HDMI output
distribution equipment combining with video and audio. It is used for output distribution of
multimedia signals. Through a HDMI source, you can transmit the same multimedia
signals to separate output equipment, thereby minimizing signal attenuation and
ensuring high definition, integrating high fidelity graphics and audio signal output.
Through the extensible accessory devices, HDMI-E8/HDMI-E16 can transmit data or
detect signal to over long distances about 100 meters with HDMI extender (HX-RW).
HDMI-E8/HDMI-E16 is used mainly in TV broadcasting projects, multimedia conference
halls, and large display performances, TV teaching and command control centers. It
boasts features of power interruption protection during power surge and synchronous
and integrate audio/visual switching functions. HDMI-E8/HDMI-E16 supports a HDMI
Type A for input and some RJ45 jacks for output connectors. Beside it also supports a
RS-232 or LAN communication port enables convenient communication with remote
control equipment to switch the multimedia output signals.
Figure 1-1 HDMI-E8
Figure 1-2 HDMI-E16
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1.2 Packing
Or
Distribution Amplifier (DA) * 1 (HDMI-E8 or HDMI-E16)
Power Cord * 1
IR Receiver Cable * 1
IR Blaster Cable * 1
User Manual * 1
1.3 Accessories (Optional)
HDMI Extender (HX-RW)
IR Receiver Cable
IR Blaster Cable
Remote Controller
IR Mini-Controller
AV Matrix Software CD
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2. Features
Support 1 HDMI Jack for input and 8/16 RJ45 Jacks for output interfaces
Mixed use a HDMI cable for input and Cat.5e cables for output connections
Output supports HDBaseT as a long-distance transmission via a 100m Cat.5e cable
HDCP Compliant
Support resolution up to 4K x 2K@30Hz, 8-bit or 1080P@60Hz, 12-bit
Support original 3D pass through
Support High Definition Audio (Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD MA)
IR pass-through supports all IN and OUT ports
IR pass-through supports all kinds of IR frequency band
IR pass-through supports Bi-directional transmission between IN and OUT ports
Support IR remote control
Support RS-232 control
Support RS-485 serial control
Support Ethernet control
Internal universal power supply
2U rack for HDMI-E8 and 3U rack for HDMI-E16
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3. Specifications
Hardware
Input Connector HDMI Type A x 1
Output Connector
HDMI-E8: RJ45 x 8
HDMI-E16: RJ45 x 16
RS-232 Connector DB9 Female
LAN Connector RJ45
RS-485 Connector 2
2 pins Dip Switcher
1
8 pins Dip Switcher
1
Power 100VAC~240VAC, 50/60Hz, internal
Housing Black Aluminum
Mounting
Rack mountable
(2U-rack-mount kits for HDMI-E8)
(3U-rack-mount kits for HDMI-E16)
Weight
HDMI-E8: 4250g
HDMI-E16: 7500g
Dimensions (LxWxH)
HDMI-E8: 332x482x87mm
HDMI-E16: 336x482x130mm
(Full rack wide without grips)
Multimedia
Max. Resolution 4K x 2K@30Hz, 8-bit
Highest TMDS Frequency 300MHz
Control Information
HDMI Cable Distance
10 meter (At least)
Cat.5e Cable Distance
100 meter (Max.)
Baud Rate
9600 bps; 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
Ethernet Protocol
HTTP, DHCP, TCP/IP, ICMP (ping)
Program Control
Web Server, AV Matrix Application
Serial Control Port
RS-232: 9 Pin Female D Type Connector
RS-485: 1X5 Pole Captive Screw
Remote Control
Remote Controller, IR Receiver, IR Blaster
Web Server
LAN, RJ45
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4. Device Installation
The Distribution Amplifier (DA) has a black metallic housing. It can be placed on a sturdy
desk directly or installed on a 2U (HDMI-E8) or 3U (HDMI-E16) 19in bracket. See below:
Figure 4-1 Mount the Device on a Standard Bracket with 2U Rack-mount
(HDMI-E8)
Figure 4-2 Mount the Device on a Standard Bracket with 3U Rack-mount
(HDMI-E16)
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5. Front/Rear Panels
5.1 Front Panel
Figure 5-1 HDMI-E8 Front Panel
Figure 5-2 HDMI-E16 Front Panel
HDMI-E8/HDMI-E16 supports a power LED indicator on the Front Panel allowing you to
detect power status.
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5.2 Rear Panel
Figure 5-3 HDMI-E8 Rear Panel for 8 Output Jacks
HDMI-E8 supports 1 input jack (HDMI Type A) and up to 8 output jacks (RJ45) on the
rear panel, each female terminals form the signal input/output jacks. The HDMI-E8 signal
output terminal channels are numbered as OUT1~8 channels.
Figure 5-4 HDMI-E16 Rear Panel for 16 Output Jacks
The HDMI-E16 supports 1 input jack (HDMI Type A) and up to 16 output jacks (RJ45) on
the rear panel, each female terminals form the signal input/output jacks. The HDMI-E16
signal output terminal channels are numbered as OUT1~16 channels. The input terminal
channel supplies you to connect to different equipment including Blu-ray/DVD player,
graphics workstation, and number display. The output jacks allow you to connect to
extensible accessory devices for over long connections with terminals just like projectors,
video recorders, displays, multiplexers and so on.
Power Port: The Power Port is applicable for 100~240VAC, 50~60Hz connected to the
outlet of power source. Refer to 6.4 Power Connection
.
Power Switch: To switch power ON or OFF the Distribution Amplifier (DA).
RS-232: Use a 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect both computer serial port (COM1 or
COM2) and Distribution Amplifier (DA) RS-232 communication port, refer to 6.6.1
RS-232. The computer then can be deployed to control the Distribution Amplifier (DA).
Refer to 7.1 Software Introduction for a software control or Appendix D RS-232
Communication Protocol for an individual configuration.
RS-485: Connection ports allow you to connect/control more than one relative product
(ex. Matrix, DA and so on), refer to 6.6.2 RS-485.
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LAN Port: Use the RJ45 connection cable to connect the Internet and the Distribution
Amplifier (DA). The entire PCs at the same network can control the Distribution
Amplifier (DA) through the LAN port. Refer to 6.6.3 LAN Port.
Switchers: Distribution Amplifier (DA) supports 8 pins DIP and 2 pins DIP switchers for
connected configurations. For more information, refer to 6.6 Ports and Switchers.
- Pin 1~Pin5: ID
- Pin 6: Master/Slave
- Pin 7: RS-232/LAN
- Pin 8: IP RESET
IR EXT: This is used to connect the IR Receiver cable for the Distribution Amplifier (DA)
Remote Controller. Refer to 6.3 IR EXT Connection.
INPUT: Distribution Amplifier (DA) Input jack is connected to the Blu-ray player, DVD
player, STB or other source device.
HDMI Type A: Pin Definitions:
Pin # Signal Pin # Signal
1 TMDS Data2+ 11 TMDS Clock Shield
2 TMDS Data2 Shield 12 TMDS Clock-
3 TMDS Data2- 13 CEC (NC on device)
4 TMDS Data1+ 14 Utility (NC on device)
5 TMDS Data1 Shield 15 DDC-SCL
6 TMDS Data1- 16 DDC-SDA
7 TMDS Data0+ 17 DDC-Ground
8 TMDS Data0 Shield 18 +5V Power
9 TMDS Data0- 19 Hot Plug Detect
10 TMDS Clock+
OUTPUT1~8 or 16: Distribution Amplifier (DA) Output jacks are connected to
extensible accessory devices (HX-RW) for HDTVs, projectors or other sink devices
connections.
) OUTPUT1~8 or 16 RJ45 jacks are only used for HDMI Extender connections.
IR Tx Port: Used to connect to the IR Blaster cable for IR pass-through.
IR Blaster Pin Definitions:
IR Rx Port: Used to connect to the IR Receiver cable for IR pass-through.
IR Receiver Pin Definitions:
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6. Peripherals Connections
Figure 6-1 HDMI-E8 Connections
Figure 6-2 HDMI-E16 Connections
The HDMI-E8/HDMI-E16 supports up to 4/8 Output modules for reparation or upgrade.
Each module can be configured individually based on module number.
Figure 6-3 Modules Deployment
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6.1 Input/Output Connections
Use the HDMI connecting cable to connect the Input jack to the HDMI jack of the Blu-ray,
DVD player, graphics workstation or number display. Use the Cat.5e cable to connect the
output RJ45 jack (No.1 ~ No. 8 or 16) to the RJ45 jack of HDMI Extenders (HX-RW).
Through the HDMI extender (HX-RW), you can extend the connection of projector, video
recorder, displayer or multiplexer to your Distribution Amplifier (DA).
Figure 6-4 Input Connection
Figure 6-5 Output Connections
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6.1.1 Output LED
This Distribution Amplifier (DA) supports HDBaseT output for a long distance signal
transmission. Output connector is RJ45 jack with two LED indicators. The LED indicators
show you the status of output transmission.
* The left of RJ45 output jack is specified for HDCP LED (Yellow).
* The right of RJ45 output jack is specified for LINK LED (Green).
) The LED indicators are only designed for the Output – RJ45 jack of DA.
LED Indicators:
LED Off Blink On
LINK
(Green)
No Link Low Power Mode HDBaseT Link
HDCP
(Yellow)
No HDMI Signals No Encryption HDCP Encryption
6.1.2 Output Cable
HDBaseT was designed to provide Full HD performance up to 100 meters of Cat.5e or
superior cables. In a typical installation, the cable is stretched to its full length between
the HDBaseT Transmitter device and the HDBaseT Receiver device. However
sometimes, especially, in demonstrations or in a lab environment, the cable is rolled
randomly in small turns for convenience. The randomly rolled UTP cable suffers
additional signal impairments (compared to straight cable) and therefore the maximal
operating reach might be reduced. When a Cat.5e cable is randomly rolled, it is
recommended to limit its length to approximate 50 meters. Rolling a Cat.5e cable around
a 70cm fixed diameter plastic drum has just a minor effect on the FEXT (Far End Cross
Talk) when compared to a fully stretched cable.
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6.2 IR Pass-through Connection
The Distribution Amplifier (DA) provides an IR Receiver cable and IR Blaster cable
accessories for IR pass-through. IR Receiver cable can be connected to IR Rx port or IR
EXT on the rear panel. On the other hand, IR Blaster cable can be connected to IR Tx
port on the rear panel.
- Support you an IR channel to control the player from TV or control the TV from player.
- Support all kinds of IR frequency band
- IR pass-through switch is based on HDMI switched
Figure 6-6 IR Extended Aiming – Multimedia
) The Output - IR Tx/Rx are designed on the HDMI Extender (HX-RW). IR OUT is
specified for IR Tx, alternatively, IR1 IN and IR2 IN are specified for IR Rx. Refer to
Appendix E HDMI Extender (HX-RW).
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6.3 IR EXT Connection
The Distribution Amplifier (DA) provides a reserved IR EXT port for more convenient to
Remote Controller. You can connect IR Receiver cable to the IR EXT port located on the
rear panel for optional IR aiming position.
Figure 6-7 IR EXT Connection
) The IR EXT Connection is applied to Remote Controller.
6.4 Power Connection
Use the included power cord to connect from the power port on the rear panel of
Distribution Amplifier (DA) to the outlet.
Figure 6-8 Power Connection
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6.5 Distribution Amplifier Remote Control
Use the RS-232 connecting cable to connect the computer serial communication port
(COM1 or COM2) to the RS-232 communication port of the Distribution Amplifier (DA).
The computer can then be used to control the Distribution Amplifier (DA).
Figure 6-9 RS-232 and Control PC connection
Distribution Amplifier (DA) also supports a LAN port allows you to control all the series
connection devices through PC Browser.
Figure 6-10 LAN port and Control PC Connection
) Distribution Amplifier (DA) supports RS-232 and RS-485 on the rear panel for a
remote control.
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6.6 Ports and Switchers
The Distribution Amplifier (DA) provides standard RS-232 and RS-485 serial
communication ports. Use the RS-232 or RS-485 serial communication port to carry out
remote operation.
6.6.1 RS-232
The RS-232 Pin functions are described as below:
Pin No. Abbreviation Description
1 N/u Null
2 TXD Send
3 RXD Receive
4 N/u Null
5 GND Ground
6 N/u Null
7 N/u Null
8 N/u Null
9 N/u Null
Figure 6-11 (a) RS-232 – From Female DB9 (PC) to Male DB9 (DA)
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Figure 6-11 (b) RS-232 – From Female DB9 (PC) to Male DB9 (DA)
Figure 6-12 RS-232 – From Female DB25 (PC) to Male DB9 (DA)
) The DA RS-232 port is defined by DCE.
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6.6.2 RS-485
RS-485 is a standard defining the electrical characteristics of drivers and receivers for
use in balanced digital multipoint systems. Digital communications networks
implementing the RS-485 standard can be used effectively over long distances and in
electrically noisy environments. This Distribution Amplifier (DA) supports up to two
RS-485 ports allows you to control more than one relative product (ex. Matrix, DA and so
on). If the master device is specified for LAN, it allows you to control all the series
devices with web browser. Remember all the ID of each device upon series connection
has to be uniquely.
Figure 6-13 RS-485 Connection for HDMI-E8
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Figure 6-14 RS-485 Connection for HDMI-E16
Figure 6-15 RS-485 Connection for HDMI-E8 and HDMI-E16
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See Pin definitions as below:
RS-485
+ - + -
Figure 6-16 RS-485 Port
Serial connection between RS-485:
Pin1 TX（+） TX（+）--- Transmitted Data +
Pin2 TX（-） TX（-）--- Transmitted Data -
Pin3 Gnd (Ground)
Pin4 RX（+） RX（+）--- Received Data +
Pin5 RX（-） RX（-）--- Received Data -
) RS-232 and RS-485 baud rates: 9600bps, no odd or even calibration address, 8bit
data transmission address, 1bit stop address (96, N, 8, 1).
6.6.3 LAN Port
This Distribution Amplifier (DA) supports a network RJ45 registered jack using 8P8C
modular connector, which specifies the physical male and female connectors as well as
the pin assignments of the wires in a telephone cable. (A common LAN cable is
available.)
Figure 6-17 RJ45 Connector
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6.6.4 DIP Switcher 8 Pins
Figure 6-18 DIP Switcher
A. DIP Switcher Pin 1 to 5: Switch to down (ON) is specified for “0”, on the other hand
to up (OFF) is specified for “1”. For Device ID settings refer to
6.6.6 Device ID Settings.
B. DIP Switcher Pin 6: Mater/Slave Enable/Disable. Only one device can be connected
to the PC via RS-232/LAN that is specified as Master, others are specified as Slave.
ON: RS-485 Serial Master and RS-232 / LAN Enable.
OFF: RS-485 Serial Slave and RS-232 / LAN Disable.
C. DIP Switcher Pin 7: Switch between RS-232 port and LAN port connection.
ON: RS-232
OFF: LAN
D. DIP Switcher Pin 8: Reset the web server IP address to 192.168.0.3
The steps are as below:
1. Please adjust the pin8 to ON and re-start the Distribution Amplifier (DA).
2. After the Distribution Amplifier (DA) re-starts about 10 seconds, shut down it.
3. For a normal operation, please adjust the pin8 to OFF, then power on the
Distribution Amplifier (DA) again. The IP address will be restored to the default value:
192.168.0.3
6.6.5 DIP Switcher 2 Pins
Figure 6-19 RS-485 Terminal Switcher
DIP Switch RS-485 Terminator: RS-485 Terminator for ON/OFF
ON: RS-485 Terminator ON.
OFF: RS-485 Terminator OFF.
Proceed Multi devices connections, the RS-485 Terminator for the last device must be
set to ON. Others must be set to OFF.
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6.6.6 Device ID Settings
Device ID Settings
The Device ID determines the position of a DA device. When multiple devices are serially
connected and connected to one PC, the Device ID decides which device is to be
controlled. Device ID must not set to same number. Use the ON/OFF switches 1, 2, 3, 4,
5 on the rear panel to set the ID number as below:
Number Setting Table
ON/OFF Switching Positions ID Address
（Decimal）
ID Address
（Hexadecimal）
ID
Address
（Binary）
SW5 SW4 SW3 SW2 SW1
0 00 00000 ON ON ON ON ON
1 01 00001 ON ON ON ON OFF
2 02 00010 ON ON ON OFF ON
3 03 00011 ON ON ON OFF OFF
4 04 00100 ON ON OFF ON ON
5 05 00101 ON ON OFF ON OFF
6 06 00110 ON ON OFF OFF ON
7 07 00111 ON ON OFF OFF OFF
8 08 01000 ON OFF ON ON ON
9 09 01001 ON OFF ON ON OFF
10 0A 01010 ON OFF ON OFF ON
11 0B 01011 ON OFF ON OFF OFF
12 0C 01100 ON OFF OFF ON ON
13 0D 01101 ON OFF OFF ON OFF
14 0E 01110 ON OFF OFF OFF ON
15 0F 01111 ON OFF OFF OFF OFF
16 10 10000 OFF ON ON ON ON
17 11 10001 OFF ON ON ON OFF
18 12 10010 OFF ON ON OFF ON
19 13 10011 OFF ON ON OFF OFF
20 14 10100 OFF ON OFF ON ON
21 15 10101 OFF ON OFF ON OFF
22 16 10110 OFF ON OFF OFF ON
23 17 10111 OFF ON OFF OFF OFF
24 18 11000 OFF OFF ON ON ON
25 19 11001 OFF OFF ON ON OFF
26 1A 11010 OFF OFF ON OFF ON
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27 1B 11011 OFF OFF ON OFF OFF
28 1C 11100 OFF OFF OFF ON ON
29 1D 11101 OFF OFF OFF ON OFF
30 1 E 1111 0 OFF OFF OFF OFF ON
31 1F 11111 OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
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7. Application Software
7.1 Software Introduction
The《AV Matrix》control software applies to different input/output matrixes.
7.1.1 Software Description
The《AV Matri x 》control software is an application tool developed for testing and
application. The software operating environment is as below:
- Window 98/2000/NT/XP/7/8 operating systems
(For Windows 7/8, please use AV Matrix 3.0.00 version at least)
- 32M internal memory or above
- 10M hard disk space or above
- CD-ROM
- At least one serial communication port
7.1.2 Software Activation
Power on the computer: Implement the AV Matrix.msi in the bundled CD-ROM to
activate installation window as below, click “Next”. And follow the instructions on
window to finish the installation.
Figure 7-1 AV Matrix Installation Window
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7.1.3 Connect Distribution Amplifier and PC
You must power off the Distribution Amplifier (DA). Then, connect the RS-232 port to the
PC RS-232 port with the bundled communication cable. And make sure the DIPs on the
rear panel are set to Master and RS-232. (Refer to the previous section 6.6.1 RS-232)
7.2 Configuration
After finishing installation, click to active AV Matrix Application. In the “Options”
window, select the connected PC Port number and Baud rate, and then click “OK”.
Figure 7-2 AV Matrix Options Window
The software controls signal connection between the corresponding input port and
output port as required. The AV Matrix software application main window is shown as
below:
Figure 7-3《AV Matrix》Software Application Main Window
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) The Device ID is based on the DIP of switcher located on the rear panel.
Slide the scrollbar on the lower left area of main window to view all contents (including ID,
Name, A/V, I/O (only for VO/AO reference), Memory, VI Plug, AI Plug, VO Plug, AO Plug,
EDID Type, Volume, Bass, Treble, Subwoofer, Delay, Delay Unit, Max Delay and Version)
as described below:
ID: Specify the ID address of Distribution Amplifier (DA).
Name: The name of Distribution Amplifier (DA).
A/V: Specify the character of audio or video. Or both of audio and video are supported
will show “Both”. (For this Distribution Amplifier (DA) only supports video.)
I/O: Ports quantities of Input and Output.
AI/VI Plug: Enable to detect the status of all input ports for audio/video. (For this
Distribution Amplifier (DA) only supports one input port.)
AO/VO Plug: Enable to detect the status of all output ports for audio/video.
Version: Show the version information of Distribution Amplifier (DA).
The functions as below are not supported for Distribution Amplifier (DA):
Memory: Show the quantities of memory sets.
EDID Type: FIX (fix mode) and TV1 (access the first output channel) selection key.
- FIX mode: The Matrix Switcher will supply a set of fixed EDID values to support
up to only 1080P high performance TV.
- Output1 mode: The Matrix Switcher will access the EDID values of high
performance TV that connected to the first output channel, and copy the EDID
value to all the input channels so that the DVD player can support to all the
HDTV.
Volume/Bass/Treble/Subwoofer: Show the Volume/Bass/Treble/Subwoofer function
is Enable or Disable.
Delay: Show whether Enable or Disable the multimedia output delay time function.
Delay Unit: Show the delay time of multimedia output. The unit for delay time is “ms”.
Max Delay:
Show the maximum permissive delay time. The unit for maximum delay
time is “ms”.
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7.2.1 Main Operation Interface
Refer to the main window as above, the marked blue area shows crossing matrix of
output ports 001-008 (HDMI-E8) or 001-016 (HDMI-E16) and input port 001 used. You
can slide the scrollbar on the INPUT/OUTPUT area to view all configured ports. For the
basic operation is described as below:
Examples for selecting Distribution Amplifier (DA) functions:
Example: Now there is a Distribution Amplifier (DA) having all the input/output ports
properly connected to the equipment. If you want to set OUT2, 3 and 4 ports connect to
IN1 port. Please follow the ways and steps to finish the switching functions:
First way: Directly click on the corresponding icons on the Matrix to transform
them into to complete the switching operation.
Second way: Select the “Output” number keys 002, then select 003 and final select
004 to the right of the blue configuration area, and select the “Input” number key 001
to the bottom. Then, press consecutively the previously selected “Output” number
keys 002, 003 and 004. This way, you have selected IN1 to OUT2, 3 and 4
configurations.
Upon completion of the above steps, you have actually completed the configurations of
having IN1 to OUT2, 3 and 4 successfully.
The main configuration window also shows you some function buttons to easy operation:
Switch Tab: Click “Switch” tab to show the main configuration window.
Audio Tab: Click the “Audio” tab to show the audio related configuration window.
Video Tab: Click the “Video” tab to show the video related configuration window. For
more information, refer to 7.2.4 EDID Configuration Function.
Disconnect: To disable the connections. After you had configured the connection
between input and output ports, you can click this button to disable the connections
Select all output: Click this button to select all output ports including output 001~008
(HDMI-E8) or 001-016 (HDMI-E16).
Video check box: Used for video configurations.
Audio check box: Used for audio configurations.
Scan: To search the device controlled by the AV Matrix Application configuration.
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When the device name located on the left of main configuration window is empty, you
can click the Scan to research and update the device ID and Name and other related
information. End the Scan function by pressing the Scan again during scanning
process. And the left of main configuration window will show you the detected
information presently.
Options: Allows you to configure the Port number and Baud rate.
Exit: Click this button to exit the configuration window.
Save: Click this button to save the connected combinations both output ports and input
ports into the memory set. (Only for Matrix Switcher Series.)
Load: Click this button to retrieve the previously saved settings. (Only for Matrix
Switcher Series.)
For more information and operations, please refer to next chapters.
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7.2.2 Disconnect Function Key
Disable all the unused output ports.
A specific example of operation is described as below:
The present input and output relations are shown in Figure 7-4 (a) below:
Figure 7-4 (a) Disconnect Function Key for HDMI-E8 Reference
Follow the steps as below to disable the output ports including port 003、002、and 001.
Step 1: First press down the output number keys 003, then 002 and final 001 to the
right of the blue configuration area.
Step 2: Press the “Disconnect” key;
Step 3: Press the previously pressed output number keys 003, then 002 and final 001
to complete the operation.
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The final results will be as shown in Figure 7-4 (b) below:
Figure 7-4 (b) Disconnect Function Key for HDMI-E8 Reference
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7.2.3 Audio Configuration Function (Not Support for DA)
This function is only for Audio Advanced Matrix Switcher, click “Audio” tab to enter the
audio configuration window. In the audio configuration window allows you to adjust
Volume, Bass, Treble, Subwoofer and Delay by sliding the scrollbar. You can also
enable/disable the “Mute” function here.
Figure 7-5 Audio Configuration Window
Mute Function Description: To mute the volume.
A specific example of the Mute One Function is described below:
Select one port configuration section as light blue block, then click “Mute” check box to
mute blocked section. The icon will become .
) This function is only for Audio Advanced Matrix Switcher.
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Figure 7-6 Mute One Port Configuration
A specific example of Mute all function is described below:
Click “Select all” check box, all of configuration sections will become as light blue block,
then click “Mute” check box to mute all blocked sections. All of the icon will become
.
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Figure 7-7 Mute All Ports Configuration
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7.2.4 EDID Configuration Function (Not Support for DA)
Click “Video” tab to enter the video configuration window. In the video configuration
window allows you to configure the EDID type of channel as FIX or Output1. In Matrix
Switcher, the audio and video can be processed synchronously. Beside, all ports for
EDID functions are also processed entirely. You cannot configure the port separately.
FIX mode: The Matrix Switcher will supply a set of fixed EDID values to support up to
only 1080P high performance TV.
Output1 mode: The Matrix Switcher will access the EDID values of high performance
TV that connected to the first output channel, and copy the EDID value to all the input
channels so that the DVD player can support to all the HDTV.
Figure 7-8 Video Configuration Window
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7.2.5 RS-232 Memory Function (Not Support for DA)
Function Description: To store and retrieve the settings.
Memory Save Function Description: The function saves all the present input/output
switching relations to any Locations from #1 to #8 you desired.
A specific example of the Store Function is described below:
Store all the present input/output switching relations to Location #1. First, select Location
#1, as shown below. Then click the Save key to save all the present input/output
switching relations to Location #1.
Figure 7-9
Retrieve Function Description: To retrieve the saved input/output switching relations.
A specific example of the Retrieve Function is described below:
To retrieve the all settings saved in Location #1. First, select Location #1 as shown in the
figure below. Then click the Load key to retrieve all the settings stored in Location #1.
,
Figure 7-10
In the right main window displays the presently saved switching status as shown in
Figure 7-11 below:
Click Save
Click Load
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Figure 7-11 Memory Configuration Status
When input corresponding to Output is enabling, it shows the Output ports correspond to
the Input ports; when they are disable it will show red “None” in the relative field.
7.2.6 Options Function
Activation Function:
In the main configuration menu, select Options to prop-up the Options Window as
shown in Figure 7-12（a）
Figure 7-12 Options（a） Figure 7-12 Options（b）
Function Description:
Linking Methods: In “Port number” select one of the COM ports as shown in Figure
7-12（b）for an example; in “Baud rate” select 9600 for signal transmission as shown in
Figure 7-12（a）
7.2.7 Communication Protocol/Control Command Code
Communication Protocol: Baud rate 9600bps, no odd or even calibration bit address,
8bit transmission address, 1bit stop address. Please refer to Appendix D RS-232
Communication Protocol
.
Also see the “Command list.pdf” in the CD-ROM for more
relative Command Code information.
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7.3 LAN Web Configuration
Open the Browser on your PC, key in the default IP address: http://192.168.0.3 to login
the AV MATRIX Control configuration window. Once the default IP address is changed,
please use the changed IP to login.
The software controls signal connection between the corresponding input port and
output port as required. The LAN main configuration window is as below:
Figure 7-13 LAN Web Configuration Window
) The Distribution Amplifier (DA) is integrated HDMI switching equipment. You can only
key in the Output Channel No. into the Video field for configuration.
) The Distribution Amplifier (DA) device ID is based on the DIP of switcher located on
the rear panel. Beside, please adjust the DIPs to LAN and Master for the web control
device.
Set: Click this button to set the connected combinations both output and input ports.
OFF: Disable the entire output channels.
Refresh: To refresh the values of the configuration window. Any changed settings
directly on the Distribution Amplifier (DA) will not respond to the AV Matrix operating
interface, you have to click the “Refresh” button to refresh the configuration window
so that showing the changed values.
Load: Click this button to retrieve the previously saved settings.
Scan: To search the device controlled by the LAN Web Configuration. When the
Console List content is empty, you can click the “Scan” to research and update the
Console List. If the connections of your Distribution Amplifier (DA) are over to 8 devices,
you can click “Previous” or “Next” to view console list by paging.
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Upgrade: Use for firmware upgrade. For more information, refer to Appendix C
Firmware Upgrade .
Options: Allow you to configure the IP address.
Save: Click this button to save the connected combinations output and input ports. It
also includes the present input/output switching relations and all settings. (Only for
Matrix Switcher Series.)
All Output: A Hot Key for you to set the same value to all output channels.
AV Link: Link between audio and video.
Key In: A Hot key that is for key in the value 0~99 quickly. After setting the value, click
“Enable” to take effect. For HDMI-E8 is useful from 1 to 8 values upon 8 output ports
and HDMI-E16 is useful from 1 to 8 values upon 8 output ports.
Previous and Next: If the connections of your Matrix Switcher are over to 8 devices,
you can click “Previous” or “Next” to view the console list by paging.
7.3.1 Audio Configuration (Not Support for DA)
For audio configuration, click Audio button directly to pop-up “Audio Settings” window.
Figure 7-14 Audio Configuration
In “Audio Settings” window, you can select output port from the drop-down list. If you
want to mute the volume, please select the Mute check box. You can also adjust the
Subwoofer, Bass, Treble or Lip-sync value here.
If the device does not support audio function, it will appear “---”.
Figure 7-15 Audio Settings
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7.3.2 Video Configuration (Not Support for DA)
For video configuration, click Video button directly to pop-up “Video Settings” window.
Figure 7-16 Video Operation
In “Video Settings” window, you can click Change button to switch EDID Output1 and
Default port.
Figure 7-17 Video Configuration – Default Port Used
If the Matrix Switcher does not support video function, it will appear “Not Support”. The
Change button will useless.
Figure 7-18 Video Configuration – Not Support
7.3.3 Device Status Information
Click Status button pop-up “Device Status Information” window as below.
Figure 7-19 Device Status
The “Device Status Information” window will show you Device Name, Device ID,
Firmware Version, Total Memory, Total Output and Total Input information. Click
“Refresh” button to renew related information in real time.
Figure 7-20 Device Status Information
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7.3.4 Device Output View
When your Distribution Amplifier (DA) supports more than 8 output ports, the output
configuration view of browser application will over one page. Click to go to the first
page of output configurations, to go to last page, to go to prior one and
to go to next one as below:
Figure 7-21 Output View
7.3.5 LAN Main Operation
Refer to the main configuration window, for the basic operation is described as below:
Example: Now there is a Distribution Amplifier (DA) having all the input/output ports
properly connected to the equipment. If you want to set OUT2, 3 and 4 ports connect to
IN1 port.
Figure 7-22 AV Matrix Control (for HDMI-E8 Reference)
Step 1: For channel 2, 3, 4 Output, please key in the value “1” in the Audio fields.
Step 2: Click “Set” button.
Upon completion of the above 3 steps, you have actually completed the switching
operation of having IN1 to OUT2, 3 and 4 successfully.
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7.3.6 LAN Memory Function (Not Support for DA)
Function Description: To store and retrieve the settings.
Store Function Description (STO/Save): The Store Function saves all the present
input/output switching relations to any Locations from #1 to #8 you desired.
A specific example of the Store Function is described below:
Store the present input/output switching relations to Location #2. First, select Location #2,
as shown in the figure below. Then click the Save button to save the present input/output
switching relations to Location #2.
Retrieve Function Description (RCL/Load): To retrieve the saved input/output
switching relations.
A specific example of the Retrieve Function is described below:
To retrieve the input/output corresponding relations saved in Location #1. Select the
Location #1 as shown in the figure below. The input/output corresponding relations
stored in Location #1 will be showed directly.
Figure 7-23 Memory Information
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7.3.7 LAN IP Function
In the main configuration menu, select Options button to prop-up the Browser ex.
“Windows Internet Explorer” dialog box, click “OK” to show the IP configuration
window.
Figure 7-24 Network Settings
In the “Network Settings” window, you can set the IP information by yourself (Fix IP) or
click the Enable DHCP check box to get the IP from the DHCP (Float IP).
) Click the Default button to restore to default IP address. After changing the IP, you
have to restart (power off then power on) the Device to make the changed values
take effectively.
) You can also use the blue Switcher on the rear panel of the Device to reset the
ignored IP.
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7.3.8 Other Application
The software utility will show you at least 32 units Device ID and Name. You can click the
Console down list to select which device that you want to configure output /input values.
The entire connected Device name will be showed on the Console List as Figure 7-25.
For this model, the software utility will show at least 1 up to 32 devices. The example as
below shows you an ID: 0 for the Name: HDMI-E16 presently.
) When the Console List is empty, please pay attention to the location of switcher pin
on the rear panel of Device is correctly. Then, click Scan to research the configured.
Figure 7-25 Other Application (for HDMI-E16 Reference)
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8. Troubleshooting
1. What to do if the serial port (usually refer to the computer serial port) fails to control the
Distribution Amplifier (DA)?
Answer: Check that the communication port set by the control software is correctly
connected to the corresponding serial port of the equipment. Also, check if the
computer communication port is in good order. Check the ID address and DIP
Switcher are configured correctly. Refer to 6.6.6 Device ID Settings and 6.6.5
DIP Switcher 2 Pins.
2. What to do if the corresponding audio signal fails to output during configurations?
Answer:
(1) Check if there is signal on the input end. If there is no input signal, it could be that the
input connection cable is broken or the connector gets loosen. You are advised to
replace the connection cable.
(2) Check if there is signal on the output end. If there is no output signal, it could be that
the cable is broken or the connector gets loosen. You are advised to replace the
connection cable.
(3) Check if the output port number is the same as the controlled port number.
(4) Check the connections of input and output ports are correctly.
(5) If none of the above circumstances happen, it could be internal failure of the product
itself. You must send for repair by qualified technical engineers.
3. What to do if you sense the power leakage during plugging or unplugging of the
input/output ports?
Answer: It could be that the equipment power is not properly grounded. You must
properly ground your equipment; otherwise product life can easily be shortened.
4. What to do if the communication ports are out of order?
Answer: Check if the equipment power input is in good contact and the computer
communication ports are in good order. If yes, it could be some internal failure of the
product, please send for repair by qualified technical engineer.
5. What to do if operation and function failure occurred?
Answer: Check if the equipment and the system are in proper connection. If the problem
persists, send the product to the maintenance center for repair.
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6. How to avoid the equipment failure due to the high temperature?
Answer: Place the device in a ventilate location. If it is still not to be improved, please
check with the build-in fan whether is damaged. Or contact your agency for helping.
7. What to do if IR function failure occurred?
Answer: Check the remote controller is in a fully battery and the IR connector is not
loosening. Check whether the remote controller is aiming at the IR receiver accurately.
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Appendix A Remote Controller (Optional)
The device supports a remote control interface allows you to control the channels and
video features switch of device through remote controller. For the switching, you can
press OUT key, then press IN key.
OUT 0 - OUT 9 and ALL keys are used for output configurations.
IN 0, IN 1 and OFF keys are used for input configurations.
Other keys are useless.
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Appendix B IR Mini-Controller (Optional)
The Distribution Amplifier (DA) supports an IR Mini-Controller to allow you to select
input channel through infrared sensor upon an extended connection – HDMI Extender
(HX-RW). The signal for IR Mini-Controller is only available to the IR Receiver
connected to the IR1 IN or IR2 IN port of HDMI Extender (HX-RW). If there are over 2
IR Receivers receive the signal, all of them will be switched to the same selected input
simultaneously. In order to avoid the event occurs described above, you can configure
the positions of your IR Receivers based on different environments.
0 and 1 keys are used for select channel.
Press Power key to switch to “0” (OFF).
Other keys are useless.
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Appendix C Firmware Upgrade
This Chapter will introduce you how to upgrade firmware on your web browser. For
firmware upgrade, you have to upload the firmware file to your web server and then
upload it to your device from web server.
Follow the steps as below to upgrade the firmware:
1. Open the Browser on your PC, key in the default IP address: http://192.168.0.3
to
login the AV MA TRIX Control configuration. Click “Upgrade” to begin firmware
upgrade.
2. Click “Browser” to select upgraded .bin firmware, then click “Upload” to upload the
firmware to web server.
3. Select “0: General” form the drop-down list and click “Upgrade” to upload the
firmware to your device.
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) For 0: General selecting, you have to adjust the switcher ID on the real panel to “0”
that means the device with ID “0” will be upgraded.
4. For 1: Matrix Device will allow you to select target device based on ID 0 to 31 for
upgrading firmware.
5. Select “2: Matrix I/O Module” will allow you to upgrade I/O modules. You have to
decide which device you want to configure, and then select the suitable Device ID
and I/O Module from the drop-down menu. Click “Update” to upgrade.
) The Distribution Amplifier (DA) supports modules for upgrading; you have to
upgrade each module individually. You can select IO Module 5 for HDMI-E8 or IO
Module 9 for HDMI-E16 to upgrade all IO modules.
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6. After finishing firmware upgrade successfully, “Firmware Upgrade to Device
Success” information will appear as below.
Besides, the firmware upgrade will not stop even though the web connection is fail
suddenly.
7. If there is a firmware already exists on the web server during firmware upgrade. The
“Erase Flash” information window will appear to notice you to remove the existed
firmware before upgrading the new one.
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Appendix D RS-232 Communication Protocol
This AV Matrix RS-232 communication protocol uses fixed length with 5 bytes of
information as define below. The default baud rate is 9600 bps, no parity, 8 data bit and
1 stop bit. Command timeout is 300 milliseconds, and byte to byte timeout is 30 ms.
Use the RS-232 connecting cable to connect the computer serial port to the RS-232
communication port of this device. The computer can control the device via RS-232.
Aside from using the front panel keys for operation, you are also permitted to use the
RS-232 connection port for remote operation.
D-1 Host Request
A standard command is 5 bytes:
Device + Request + Index + Value + CRC
Byte 1: Device Byte (DB)
Byte 2: Request Byte (RB)
Byte 3: Index Byte (IB)
Byte 4: Value Byte (VB)
Byte 5: CRC Byte (CB)
) Host must send CRC code to follow the last byte.
D-1.1 Device Byte
Name Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
DB
BT 0 1 Device ID (0 - 31)
BT: Broadcast Command Flag.
0 - Instruction for Device ID only
1 - Instruction for all devices. (Device ID must be written 0)
) Devices will not response, when receiving the broadcast command.
0: Reserve, Always 0.
1: Identifier, Always 1.
Device ID: Device id ranges from 0 to 31. (Please refer to device’s user manual)
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D-1.2 Request Byte
Request Byte (RB)
Name Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
RB
0 0 Request Type (0 - 63)
Request Type: Please refer to "Table - Host Request List".
0: Reserve, Always 0.
Table - Host Request List
Request Description Index Value ACK Note
0x00 Dummy call - - A 1, 2
Switch Tools
0x01 Switch Video Output Channel Output Input A 2
0x02 Switch Audio Output Channel Output Input A 2
0x03 Store Video Status Setting Memory A 2, 3
0x04 Store Audio Status Setting Memory A 2, 3
0x05 Recall Video Status Setting Memory A 2
0x06 Recall Audio Status Setting Memory A 2
0x07 Request Video Output Channel Output Memory B
0x08 Request Audio Output Channel Output Memory B
Plug Detect
0x09 Request Video Input Plug Status Input 0 B
0x0A Request Audio Input Plug Status Input 0 B
0x0B Request Video Output Plug Status Output 0 B
0x0C Request Audio Output Plug Status Output 0 B
Audio Control
0x10 Control Audio Output Mute Output Enable A 2
0x11 Request Audio Output Mute Status Output Memory B
0x12 Control Audio Output Volume Output Level A 2
0x13 Request Audio Output Volume Output Memory B
0x14 Control Audio Output Bass Output Level A 2
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0x15 Request Audio Output Bass Output Memory B
0x16 Control Audio Output Treble Output Level A 2
0x17 Request Audio Output Treble Output Memory B
0x18 Control Audio Output Subwoofer Output Level A 2
0x19 Request Audio Output Subwoofer Output Memory B
0x1C Control Audio Output Delay Low Output Delay1 A 2
0X1D Request Audio Output Delay Low Output Memory B
0X1E Control Audio Output Delay High Output Delay2 A 2
0X1F Request Audio Output Delay High Output Memory B
Video Control
0x20 Select Input EDID Type 0 EDID A 2
0x21 Request Input EDID Type 1 0 B
Device Information
0x30 Request Protocol Version 0 0 C 1
0x31 Request Firmware Version 0 0 C
0x3F Request Device Information 0 0 D 1
0x3F Request Extend Information 1 0 E
Command Note:
1. All devices support the command.
2. Support broadcast commands.
3. Memory #0 is the current status, it can‘t be stored. Memory #1 – 8 is allowed to be
stored.
4. Use 0x3F to confirm the device connected is properly and supported commands.
5. Request 0x01, 0x07, 0x09, 0x0B, 0x30, 0x31 and 0x3F are only supported by
HDMI-E8 / HDMI-E16.
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D-1.3 Index Byte
Index Byte (IB)
Name Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
IB
Index
Index: Please refer to "Table - Host Request List" and "Table - Command Index List".
Table – Command Index List
Index Description
Output
The output that will be selected. (Port 1 = 1, Port 2 = 2… Port n = n)
0: All outputs
Input The input that will be selected. (1: Input port for Distribution Amplifier (DA))
Setting
The setting type that will be selected.
0: All Settings
1: Switch Settings only
2: Video/Audio Settings only
- Don’t care
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D-1.4 Value Byte
Value Byte (VB)
Name Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
VB
Value
Value: Please refer to "Table - Host Request List" and "Table - Command Value List".
Table – Command Value List
Value Description
Input
The input that will be connected. (Port 1 = 1, Port 2 = 2… Port n = n)
1: Input Port
0: Disconnect
Memory
Select Memory Location
0 : Current Status (Can‘t be stored)
Enable
1: Enable Status (example: Mute, Plug)
0: Disable Status (example: Unmute, Unplug)
Level
Level Range (0 – 100)
0x81: Increase a step
0x82: Decrease a step
Delay
Audio delay time is 16-bit data. (Unit: 5 ms or 10 ms)
Delay1 - The audio delay time low byte. (Bit0 – Bit7)
Delay2 - The audio delay time high byte. (Bit8 – Bit15)
The audio delay time unit decided by the DTUF flag of the extend information.
The maximum Delay decided by the DTMAX flag of the extended information.
EDID
EDID Type
0: Fixed (Device default EDID)
1: Output 1 (Copy the EDID from the output 1)
- Don’t care
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D-1.5 CRC Byte
CRC Byte (CB)
Name Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
CB
CRC (cyclic redundancy check)
CRC: Host must send CRC code to follow the last byte.
Table – CRC Table
00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 0A 0B 0C 0D 0E 0F
00
00 5E BC E2 61 3F DD 83 C2 9C 7E 20 A3 FD 1F 41
10
9D C3 21 7F FC A2 40 1E 5F 01 E3 BD 3E 60 82 DC
20
23 7D 9F C1 42 1C FE A0 E1 BF 5D 03 80 DE 3C 62
30
BE E0 02 5C DF 81 63 3D 7C 22 C0 9E 1D 43 A1 FF
40
46 18 FA A4 27 79 9B C5 84 DA 38 66 E5 BB 59 07
50
DB 85 67 39 BA E4 06 58 19 47 A5 FB 78 26 C4 9A
60
65 3B D9 87 04 5A B8 E6 A7 F9 1B 45 C6 98 7A 24
70
F8 A6 44 1A 99 C7 25 7B 3A 64 86 D8 5B 05 E7 B9
80
8C D2 30 6E ED B3 51 0F 4E 10 F2 AC 2F 71 93 CD
90
11 4F AD F3 70 2E CC 92 D3 8D 6F 31 B2 EC 0E 50
A0
AF F1 13 4D CE 90 72 2C 6D 33 D1 8F 0C 52 B0 EE
B0
32 6C 8E D0 53 0D EF B1 F0 AE 4C 12 91 CF 2D 73
C0
CA 94 76 28 AB F5 17 49 08 56 B4 EA 69 37 D5 8B
D0
57 09 EB B5 36 68 8A D4 95 CB 29 77 F4 AA 48 16
E0
E9 B7 55 0B 88 D6 34 6A 2B 75 97 C9 4A 14 F6 A8
F0
74 2A C8 96 15 4B A9 F7 B6 E8 0A 54 D7 89 6B 35
Example: switch output 6 to the input 3.
Byte 1 (DB) is 0x20 – Device: Identifier + Device ID = 0x20 + 0 = 0x20
Byte 2 (RB) is 0x01 – Request: Switch Video Output Channel = 0x01
Byte 3 (IB) is 0x06 – Index: Output 6 = 6
Byte 4 (VB) is 0x03 – Value: Input 3 = 3
Byte 5 (CB) is 0x93 – CRC code from Byte 1 to Byte 4. (CRC4)
CRC Calculation
CRC 0 = 0 (initial value)
CRC 1 = CRC_ TABLE [CRC 0 ^ Byte 1] = CRC_ TABLE [0x00 ^ 0x20] = 0x23
CRC 2 = CRC_ TABLE [CRC 1 ^ Byte 2] = CRC_ TABLE [0x23 ^ 0x01] = 0x9F
CRC 3 = CRC_ TABLE [CRC 2 ^ Byte 3] = CRC_ TABLE [0x9F ^ 0x06] = 0x8D
CRC 4 = CRC_ TABLE [CRC 3 ^ Byte 4] = CRC_ TABLE [0x8D ^ 0x03] = 0x93
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D-2 Device ACK Packet
When the device receives supported commands comes from the host, and then will
response with following ACK:
Table – ACK Type List
Ack Type Byte 1 Byte 2 Byte 3 Byte 4 Byte 5 Byte 6 … Last Byte
Type A
AB CB
Type B
AB LB Index 1 Value 1 Index 2 Value 2
…
CB
Type C
AB LB Data 1 Data 2 CB
Type D
AB LB INF OP IP Name 1
…
CB
Type E
AB LB EXINF VEINF AEINF PLUG
…
CB
D-2.1 ACK Type A
ACK Byte + CRC Byte (Total 2 Bytes)
Name Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
AB
ACC 0 0 Device ID (0 – 31)
CB
CRC
ACC: The devices acknowledge status. Accept or Reject.
1: device accepts this request. (ACK; acknowledge)
0: device rejects this request. (NAK; negative acknowledge)
) The device sends the Nak packet is always 2 bytes. (NAK + CRC)
0: Reserve, Always 0.
1: Identifier, Always 1.
Device ID: Device id ranges from 0 to 31. (Please refer to device’s user manual)
CRC: Device always sends the CRC code to follow the last byte.
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D-2.2 ACK Type B
ACK Byte + LB + Index1 + Value1 + Index2 + Value2 +…..+ CRC Byte
Name Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
AB
ACC 0 0 Device ID (0 – 31)
LB
Length for the total data bytes (Index + Value)
IB n
Index
VB n
Value
… …
CB
CRC
AB & CB: These are the same as the ACK Type A.
LB: LB value is equal to the total data bytes (Index + Value), not include the CRC byte.
The maximum LB value of the ACK Type B is twice the total number of output or
input.
IB: Often means that the input or output port number. (Port 1 = 1, Port 2 = 2… Port n = n)
VB: Response the status refers to the table.
Request Description Index Value
0x07 Request Video Output Channel
0x08 Request Audio Output Channel
Output Input
0x09 Request Video Input Plug Status
0x0A Request Audio Input Plug Status
Input
0x0B Request Video Output Plug Status
0x0C Request Audio Output Plug Status
Output
Enable
1: Plug
0: Unplug
0x11 Request Audio Output Mute Status 0: Unmute, 1: Mute
0x13 Request Audio Output Volume
0x15 Request Audio Output Bass
0x17 Request Audio Output Treble
0x19 Request Audio Output Subwoofer
Level Range
(0 – 100)
0x1D Request Audio Output Delay Low Delay1
0x1F Request Audio Output Delay High
Output
Delay2
0x21 Request Input EDID Type Input EDID Type
Please refer to “Table – Command Index List” and “Table – Command Value List”.
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D-2.3 ACK Type C
ACK Byte + LB + Data 1 + Data 2 + CRC Byte (Total 5 Bytes)
Name Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
AB
ACC 0 0 Device ID (0 – 31)
LB
Length for the total data bytes (This byte is always 2)
DB 1
Data 1
DB 2
Data 2
CB
CRC
AB & CB: These are the same as the ACK Type A.
LB: LB value is always 2 (Data 1 + Data 2). Not include the CRC byte.
DB: Data Bytes as define below.
Request Description Data 1 Data 2
0x30 Request Protocol Version VER1 VER2
0x31 Request Firmware Version VERA VERB VERC
Version Type A:
RS-232 Protocol Version contains the VER1 and VER2 (ex: VER1.VER2)
VER1: Data 1, Bit 7 - Bit 0 (Range 0 - 99)
VER2: Data 2, Bit 7 - Bit 0 (Range 0 - 99)
If the Data 1 is 0x01 and Data 2 is 0x07; VER1 = 1 and VER2 = 7; RS-232 protocol
version is v1.07
If the Data 1 = 0x23 and Data 2 = 0x45; VER1 = 0x23 = 35 and VER2 = 0x45 = 69;
RS-232 protocol version is v35.69
Version Type B:
Firmware Version contains the VERA, VERB and VERC (ex: VERA.VERB.VERC)
VERA: Data 1, Bit 7 - Bit 4 (Range 0 - 9)
VERB: Data 1, Bit 3 - Bit 0 (Range 0 - 9)
VERC: Data 2, Bit 7 - Bit 0 (Range 0 - 99)
If the Data 1 is 0x10 and Data 2 is 0x07; VERA = 1, VERB = 0 and VERC = 7; Firmware
version is v1.0.07
If the Data 1 = 0x23 and Data 2 = 0x45; VERA = 2, VERB = 3 and VERC = 69; Firmware
version is v2.3.69
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D-2.4 ACK Type D
ACK Byte + LB + INF + OP + IP + Name 1 + Name 2 + Name 3 +.....+ CRC Byte
Name Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
AB
ACC 0 0 Device ID (0 - 31)
LB
Length for the total data bytes (INFO +.....+ Name n)
INFO
Audio Video Extend 0 Total Memory Location (0 - 15)
OP
Total Output Port
IP
Total Input Port
NB 1
Device Name (ASCII code)
… …
NB n
Device Name (ASCII code)
CB
CRC
AB & CB: These are the same as the ACK Type A.
LB: LB value is the total length of the data bytes, not include the AB, LB and CB.
The maximum LB value of the ACK Type D is 19.
INFO: Device information
Bit 7: 1 - Support Audio switch tools request. (Request 0x02, 0x04, 0x06 and
0x08)
0 - Not support Audio switch tools request.
Bit 6: 1 - Support Video switch tools request. (Request 0x01, 0x03, 0x05 and
0x07)
0 - Not support Video switch tools request.
Bit 5: 1 - Extended information exists. (Request 0x3F [0x01])
0 - Extended information does not exist.
Bit 4: Reserve, always 0.
Bit 3~0: Total Memory location ranges from 0 to 15.
) Request [Index], if 0x3F [0x01] ֜ Request = 0x3F and Index = 0x01
OP: The total number of output.
IP: The total number of input.
NB: Device Name (ASCII code). (The maximum length is 16)
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D-2.5 ACK Type E
ACK Byte + LB + EXTI + VIDI + AUDI + PLUG +.....+ CRC Byte
Name Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
AB
ACC 0 0 Device ID (0 - 31)
LB
Length for the total data bytes (EXINF +.....+ DTMAX)
EXINF
LBMAX
0 0 0 0 0 FWVER
VEINF
EDID 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
AEINF
DTUF DELAY 0 0 SW TRE BASS VOL
PLUG
0 0 0 0 AOPD VOPD AIPD VIPD
DTMAX
Delay Time Maximum (unit: 100 ms)
CB
CRC
AB & CB: These are the same as the ACK Type A.
LB: LB value is the total length of the data bytes, not include the AB, LB and CB.
EXINF: Device extended information
LBMAX - defines the maximum LB value of the variable length command
0 - The maximum LB is 64 Bytes (default)
1 - The maximum LB is 128 Bytes
2 - The maximum LB is 254 Bytes (255 is reserved)
3 - Reserved
The LB value of the Ack packet is not limited by LBMAX.
If the extended information does not exist, the default maximum length is 128.
FWVER - Firmware version command flag. (Request 0x31)
1 - Support Firmware version command.
0 - Not support Firmware version command.
VEINF: Video Extend Information
EDID - Input EDID type select command flag. (Request 0x20 and 0x21)
1 - Support Input EDID type select command.
0 - Not support Input EDID type select command.
AEINF: Audio Extend Information
VOL - Volume and Mute command flag. (Request from 0x10 to 0x13)
1 - Support Volume and Mute command.
0 - Not support Volume command.
BASS - Bass command flag. (Request 0x14 and 0x15)
1 - Support Bass command.
0 - Not support Bass command.
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TRE - Treble command flag. (Request 0x16 and 0x17)
1 - Support Treble command.
0 - Not support Treble command.
SW - Subwoofer command flag. (Request 0x18 and 0x19)
1 - Support Subwoofer command.
0 - Not support Subwoofer command.
DELAY – Audio delay command flag. (Request from 0x1C to 0x1F)
1 - Support audio delay command.
0 - Not support audio delay command.
DTUF - defines the audio delay time scale units.
1 - Audio delay time scale unit is 10ms
0 - Audio delay time scale unit is 5ms (default)
) If the AEINF is not equal to 0, the device support Request 0x04[0x02] and 0x06[0x02].
PLUG: Plug Detect Support Information.
VIPD - Video input plug detection command flag. (Request 0x09)
1 - Support Video input plug detection.
0 - Not support Video input plug detection.
AIPD - Audio input plug detection command flag. (Request 0x0A)
1 - Support Audio input plug detection.
0 - Not support Audio input plug detection.
VOPD - Video output plug detection command flag. (Request 0x0B)
1 - Support Video output plug detection.
0 - Not support Video output plug detection.
AOPD - Audio output plug detection command flag. (Request 0x0C)
1 - Support Audio output plug detection.
0 - Not support Audio output plug detection.
Others - Bit 7~4 are reserve, always 0
DTMAX: defines audio maximum delay time. (Unit: 100 ms)
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Appendix E HDMI Extender (HX-RW)
The extension of HDMI video signal device supports up to 100 meter away by using an
HDMI Extender and Cat.5e cable.
HDMI Extender is ideal for:
Test bench facilities
Data Center
Help desks
Front View
Rear View
LED Indicators (Green):
LED Off Blink On
POWER
Power Off - Power On
MODE
- Power Connected -
LINK
No Link Low Power Mode HDBaseT Link
HDCP
No HDMI Signals No Encryption HDCP Encryption
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Features
Through the HDMI Extender (HX-RW), you can use the output of HDMI-E8 or
HDMI-E16 to display identical image and extension of HDMI signal up to 100 meter
on HDTV
HDCP Compliant
Support 3D pass-through
Support all frequency band IR pass-through
One Cat.5e cable extension
Support resolution up to 4K x 2K
HDBaseT technology
Use Cat.5e cable to install easily
Specifications
Function HX-RW
HDMI OUT HDMI A-Type Female
LINK RJ45 Connector
IR OUT 3.5ψ Stereo Jack
IR2 IN 3.5ψ Stereo Jack
F/W UPGRADE DB9 Female
Max. Resolution 4K x 2K
Cable Distance 100 m
Power Adapter (Min.) DC 12V with Lock
Housing Metal
Weight 308g
Dimensions (LxWxH) 150x80x25 mm
Installation
1. Turn off the HDTV.
2. Connect the HDMI cable between the HDTV and the “HDMI OUT” port of HDMI
Extender (HX-RW).
3. Connect the Cat.5e cables between Matrix Output port and the “LINK” port of HDMI
Extender (HX-RW).
4. Connect the power cord and turn on the extender.
5. Turn on the HDTV.
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IR Receiver Cable Directions
Put IR Receiver Cable into the HDMI Extender (HX-RW) “IR2 IN” port and place the IR
Receiver Cable, so that you can point to it easily with your IR remote controller.
IR Receiver Cable:
GND
+V
Sig
IR Blaster Cable Directions
Plug IR Blaster Cable into HDMI Extender (HX-RW) “IR OUT” port located on the
front-panel.
IR Blaster Cable:
NC
P+
N-
HDMI Output Connector
Pin # Signal Pin # Signal
1
TMDS Data 2+
11
TMDS Clock Shield
2
TMDS Data 2 Shield
12
TMDS Clock -
3
TMDS Data 2-
13
CEC
4
TMDS Data 1+
14
Utility (NC on device)
5
TMDS Data 1 Shield
15
DDC SCL
6
TMDS Data 1-
16
DDC SDA
7
TMDS Data 0+
17
DDC/CEC Ground
8
TMDS Data 0 Shield
18
+5 Power
9
TMDS Data 0-
19
Hot Plug Detect
10
TMDS Clock+
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Wiring Information for Link Connector
Conductor
Identification
RJ45 Pin
Assignment
Color Code for
Conductor
5 White-Blue
Pair 1
4 Blue
1 White-Orange
Pair 2
2 Orange
3 White-Green
Pair 3
6 Green
7 White-Brown
Pair 4
8 Brown
) However sometimes, especially in demonstrations or in a lab environment, the cable
is rolled randomly in small turns for convenience. The randomly rolled UTP cable
suffers additional signal impairments (compared to a straight cable) and therefore the
maximal operating reach might be reduced. Rolling a Cat.5e cable around a 70 cm
fixed diameter plastic drum has just a minor effect on the FEXT (Far End Cross Talk)
when compared to a fully stretched cable.
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Firmware Upgrade
Before upgrading firmware, you have to receive a Firmware burn package containing all
software needed for burning. Follow the steps as below to upgrade the HDMI Extender
(HX-RW) firmware:
1. Connect the power cord to the power port on the panel of HDMI Extender (HX-RW).
The other end of the power cord connected to a suitable power source.
2. Connect the control PC and HDMI Extender (HX-RW) with a RS-232 cable.
3. On the control PC, decompress the Firmware burn package file.
4. Process the UpdateRX_xxxx.bat file to upgrade HDMI Extender (HX-RW) firmware.
(xxxx is specified for firmware version)
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5. The burning windows will pop-up and begin to upgrade.
6. Final, the burning is finish as below.
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