Avlink HX-2344 User Manual
Matrix Switching System—User Manual
User Manual
Matrix Switching System
HDMI 4x4
HX-2344
V.2010HX2344.00
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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 using the power Adaptor 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
1.0 Matrix System Overview ..........................................................................................................3
1.0.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................3
1.0.2 Packing...........................................................................................................................4
2.0 Host Installation ........................................................................................................................4
3.0 Specifications............................................................................................................................5
4.0 Front/Rear Panels......................................................................................................................5
4.0.1 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................5
4.0.2 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................7
5.0 HDMI Matrix and Peripherals Connection...............................................................................8
5.0.1 Input/Output Connections..............................................................................................8
5.0.2 HDMI Matrix and Control Computer Connection.........................................................9
5.0.3 IR2 Connection ............................................................................................................11
5.0.4 Power connection......................................................................................................... 11
6.0 Matrix Application Software...................................................................................................12
6.0.1 Software Introduction...................................................................................................12
6.0.1.1 Software Description.........................................................................................12
6.0.1.2 Software Activation...........................................................................................12
6.0.2 Software Features.........................................................................................................13
6.0.2.1 Main Operation Interface Functions .................................................................14
6.0.2.2 Disconnect Function Keys ................................................................................16
6.0.2.3 Select all output, DeSelect all output Switching Functions..............................17
6.0.2.4 Disconnect all Command..................................................................................18
6.0.2.5 Memory Function..............................................................................................18
6.0.2.6 Options Function...............................................................................................19
6.0.2.7 Other Application..............................................................................................19
7.0 Operation Examples................................................................................................................20
8.0 Communication Protocol/Control Command Code................................................................22
9.0 Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................22
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1.0 Matrix System Overview
1.0.1 Introduction
The HX-2344 Matrix switcher is a high performance HDMI switching equipment
combining with video and audio. It is used for input/output cross switching of image
signals. It can also transmit images input separately to each mulit-output equipments,
thereby minimizing signal attenuation and ensuring high definition, integrating high
fidelity graphics and audio signal output.
The HX-2344 is used mainly in TV broadcasting projects, multi-media conference halls,
and large display projects, TV teaching and command control centers. It boasts features
of power interruption protection during power surge, LCD display and synchronous and
integrate audio/visual switching functions. HX-2344 supports 4 HDMI Type A for input
and output connectors. Beside it also supports a RS-232 communication port enables
convenient communication with remote control equipment to switch the image signals.
Figure 1-1 HX-2344 Matrix
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1.0.2 Packing
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HDMI Matrix Host
RS-232 Communication Connecting Cable
Adapter
IR Extended Line
Controller
HDMI Matrix Software CD
User Manual
2 Rack-Mount Bracket
6 Screws (for Brackets)
2.0 Host Installation
The HDMI Series Matrix Host has a black metallic housing. It can be placed on a sturdy
desk directly or installed on a 19-in bracket. See Figure 2-1 below:
Figure 2-1 Mount the HDMI Matrix Host on a Standard Bracket
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3.0 Specifications
Function HX-2344
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Input Connector
Output Connector
RS-232 Connector
Select Switch
LCD Module
Max. Resolution
Highest TMDS Frequency
Cable Distance
Power Adapter (Min.)
Housing
Weight
Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.0 Front/Rear Panels
4 x HDMI Type A
4 x HDMI Type A
DB9 Female
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1080P
225 MHz
10 meter (Max.)
DC 12V
Metal
2350 g
440x185x42mm
4.0.1 Rear Panel
Figure 4-1 HX-2344 Front Panel
The Hx-2344 Matrix Switching System supports up to 4 Output/Input switching keys on
the front Panel allow you to switch singal quickly.
Operation methods as follows:
“Output Channel＂+“Input Channel＂
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OUT 1~4 keys (output channel): Indicate the Channel 1~Channel 4 for HDMI singal
output to peripheral display. You can also use these keys to adjust the status or access
the settings
IN 1~4 keys (input channel): Indicate the Channel 1~Channel 4 for HDMI singal input.
You can use these keys to switch to the connection of the connected signal source
channels.
IR1: Infrared receiver.
All: This key allows you to set single input channel to all output channels.
- Press the “All” key.
- Select the one of the IN 1~4 keys.
- The selected IN x key will deliver the singal to all output channels.
- You can also press the “All” key and then the “OFF” key to disable all the
displayed switching settings.
OFF: Disable the entire output channels. Press the one of the OUT x keys that you
want to disable the output channel, then press the OFF key. You can also press the
“All” button and then the “OFF” button to disable all the displayed switching settings.
STO: The “Store Key” saves all current input/output corresponding relations.
- Press the “STO” key.
- Arrang the Output and Input channel combinations.
- The relation between the Output and Input settings will be saved in the memory
temporarily.
RCL: The “Retriever Key” retrieves the saved input/output corresponding relations.
- Press the “RCL” key.
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Then press the previously saved output channel key
- The system will retrieve the saved input/output status and implement current
staus switching.
EDID: FIX (fix mode) and TV1 (access the first output channel) selection key.
- FIX mode: The HX-2344 will supply a set of fixed EDID values to support up to
only 1080P high performance TV.
- TV1 mode: The HX-2344 will accecc 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.
LCD: LCD display shows current HDMI matrix status and operation status.
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4.0.2 Rear Panel
Figure 4-2 HX-2344 Rear Panel
The HX-2344 supports up to 4 input/output jacks on the rear panel, each 4th row HDMI
female terminals form the signal input/output jacks. The HX-2344 signal input/output
terminal channels are numbered from right to left as No.1 to No.4 channels. The input
terminal channels supply you to connect to different equipent including CD/DVD players,
graphics workstations, and number displays. The output terminals can be connected to
projectors, video recorders, displays and multiplexers and so on.
RS-232: Use the RS-232 connection cabel to connect the computer serial port (COM1
or COM2) to the RS232 communication port of the HDMI matrix host. The computer
can then be used to control the HDMI matrix after installation of application software.
The RS-232 port is a 9-pin female connector.
DC 12V: The Power is applicable for DC12V
IR2: Connect to the IR Extended Receiver.
INPUT 1~4: HDMI input Channels connected to the DVDs.
OUTPUT 1~4: HDMI output Channels connected to the HDTVs.
HDMI Type A Connector pin definition:
Pin # Signal Pin # Signal
1 TMDS Data2+ 11 TMDS Clock Shield
2 TMDS Data2 Shield 12 TMDS Clock3 TMDS Data2- 13 NC
4 TMDS Data1+ 14 NC
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+
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