Avlink HX-2388 User Manual
Matrix Switching System—User Manual
User Manual
Matrix Switcher
HDMI 8x8
HX-2388
V.2011HX2388.01
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Matrix Switching System—User Manual
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 ..........................................................................................................4
1.0.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................4
1.0.2 Packing...........................................................................................................................5
2.0 Features .....................................................................................................................................6
3.0 Specifications............................................................................................................................6
4.0 Device Installation.....................................................................................................................7
5.0 Front/Rear Panels......................................................................................................................7
5.0.1 Front Panel .....................................................................................................................7
5.0.2 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................9
6.0 HDMI Matrix and Peripherals Connection............................................................................. 11
6.0.1 Input/Output Connections............................................................................................12
6.0.2 HDMI Matrix / Control Computer Connection............................................................13
6.0.3 IR2 Connection ............................................................................................................16
6.0.4 Power connection.........................................................................................................16
7.0 Matrix Application Software...................................................................................................17
7.0.1 Software Introduction...................................................................................................17
7.0.1.1 Software Description.........................................................................................17
7.0.1.2 Software Activation...........................................................................................17
7.0.2 RS-232 Software Configuration...................................................................................18
7.0.2.1 RS-232 Main Operation Interface.....................................................................19
7.0.2.2 Disconnect Function Keys ................................................................................21
7.0.2.3 Select all output, DeSelect all output Switching Functions..............................22
7.0.2.4 Disconnect all Command..................................................................................23
7.0.2.5 RS-232 Memory Function.................................................................................23
7.0.2.6 Options Function...............................................................................................24
7.0.2.7 Other Application..............................................................................................24
7.0.2.8 Communication Protocol/Control Command Code..........................................24
7.0.3 LAN Web Configuration..............................................................................................25
7.0.3.1 LAN Main Operation Interface.........................................................................26
7.0.3.2 LAN Memory Function.....................................................................................27
7.0.3.3 LAN IP Function...............................................................................................28
7.0.3.4 Other Application..............................................................................................29
8.0 Operation Examples................................................................................................................30
9.0 Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................33
Appendix A HDMI-EP (Optional) ................................................................................................35
HDMI-EP Features................................................................................................................35
HDMI-EP Specifications.......................................................................................................36
HDMI-EP Installation...........................................................................................................36
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HDMI-EP DIP Switch Settings.............................................................................................37
Input/Output Signal...............................................................................................................39
Wiring Information & Coding...............................................................................................39
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1.0 Matrix System Overview
1.0.1 Introduction
HX-2388 Matrix Switcher is high performance HDMI switching equipment combining with
video and audio. It is used for input/output cross switching of image signals. Through 8
separated HDMI sources, you can also transmit images input separately to each
multi-output equipments, thereby minimizing signal attenuation and ensuring high
definition, integrating high fidelity graphics and audio signal output. Besides HX-2388
Matrix switcher is unlike typical HDMI switchers only communication limited the distance,
through the HDMI-EP devices, you can over long distances to transmit signals.
HX-2388 Matrix Switcher 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-2388 supports 8 HDMI
Type A or RJ-45 for input and output connectors. Beside it also supports a RS-232 or
LAN communication port enables convenient communication with remote control
equipment to switch the image signals.
Figure 1-1 HX-2388 Matrix Switcher
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1.0.2 Packing
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RS-232 Communication Connecting Cable
HDMI Matrix Device
Power Cord
IR BOX
LAN Line
Controller
2 pcs of AAA battery
HDMI Matrix Software CD
User Manual
2 Rack-Mount Bracket
6 Screws (for Brackets)
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2.0 Features
HDMI Standard Compatible
HDCP Compliant
Supports RS-232 / Ethernet control
Supports IR control
Internal universal power supply
1U rack
Available in 4x4, 4x8, 8x4, and 8x8 fixed I/O interfaces.
Built-in Daughter Card (Board) Interfaces (LAN card optional)
Mixed use either HDMI or Cat.X cables for input port and output port connection.
Supports computer video up to 1920*1200
Supports HDTV up to 1080p
EDID management (Copy from OUT port 1)
3.0 Specifications
Function HX-2388
Input Connector
Output Connector
RS-232 Connector
LAN Connector
Select Switch
LCD Module
Max. Resolution
Highest TMDS Frequency
HDMI Cable Distance
Cat.X Cable Distance
Power
8 x HDMI Type A or RJ-45
8 x HDMI Type A or RJ-45
DB9 Female
RJ-45
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1
1080P
225 MHz
10 meter (Max.)
60 meter (Max.)
100~240VAC, 50~60Hz, internal
Housing
Weight
Dimensions (LxWxH)
Metal
2350 g
440x336x43mm
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4.0 Device Installation
The HDMI Series Matrix device has a black metallic housing. It can be placed on a
sturdy desk directly or installed on a 19-in bracket. See Figure 4-1 below:
Figure 4-1 Mount the HDMI Matrix Device on a Standard Bracket
5.0 Front/Rear Panels
5.0.1 Front Panel
Figure 5-1 HX-2388 Front Panel
The Hx-2388 Matrix Switching System supports up to 8 Output/Input switching keys on
the Front Panel allow you to switch signal quickly.
There are four kinds of module combinations as below:
Operation method No. 1: “Output Channel＂+“Input Channel＂
Click the Output button then click the Input button to set the combinations.
Operation method No. 2: “STO or RCL＂+“Output Channel＂
Click the STO or RCL button then click the Output button.
Operation method No. 3: single operation
This example for EDID button, you can click the EDID button directly.
Operation method No. 4: “STO and RCL＂+“Input Channel＂
Click the STO and RCL button then click the Input button to set the combinations.
OUT1~8 keys (output channel): Indicate the Channel 1~Channel 8 for HDMI signal
output to peripheral display. You can also use these keys to adjust the status or access
the settings
IN1~8 keys (input channel): Indicate the Channel 1~Channel 8 for HDMI signal input.
You can use these keys to switch to the connection of the connected signal source
channels.
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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 1~8 keys.
- The selected IN x key will deliver the signal 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 firstly. (Supports up to 8 sets of memories, you can select
the memory location through OUT1~OUT8)
- Arrange the Output and Input channel combinations (output channel key 1~8).
- The relation between the Output and Input settings will be saved in the memory
permanently.
RCL: The “Retriever Key” retrieves the saved input/output corresponding relations.
- Press the “RCL” key firstly.
- Then make a random to select one of output channel key 1~8.
- The system will retrieve the saved input/output status and implement current
status switching.
EDID: FIX (fix mode) and TV1 (access the first output channel) selection key.
- FIX mode: The HX-2388 will supply a set of fixed EDID values to support up to
only 1080P high performance TV.
- TV1 mode: The HX-2388 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.
LCD: LCD display shows current HDMI matrix status and operation status.
) Press both the STO and RCL buttons to enter the EQ mode that only takes effective
under RJ-45 Input modules (MX-RJI1_EQ mode). For example as below, make the EQ
value of input channel 2 from 1 to 2. Click the IN button 2 on the front panel again; the
EQ value will become 2 until to the value 8, then the value will return back to 1.
Click again
IN
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5.0.2 Rear Panel
Figure 5-2 HX-2388 Rear Panel
The HX-2388 supports up to 8 input/output connectors (HDMI Type A or RJ-45) on the
rear panel, each female terminals form the signal input/output connectors. The HX-2388
signal input/output terminal channels are numbered from right to left as OUT1~4 / IN1~8
/ OUT5~8 channels. The input terminal channels supply you to connect to different
equipment including DVD players and graphics workstations. The output terminals can
be connected to projectors, video recorders, displays and multiplexes and so on.
Power Port: The Power Port is applicable for 100~240VAC, 50~60Hz connected to the
outlet of power source.
Power Switch: To switch power ON or OFF the HDMI matrix device.
RS-232: Use the RS-232 connection cable to connect the computer serial port (COM1
or COM2) to the RS232 communication port of the HDMI matrix device. 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.
IR2: Connect to the IR BOX.
Switcher:
- Pin1: Switch between RS-232 port and LAN port connection.
- Pin2: This Pin allows you to reset the IP value to 192.168.0.3. The steps are as
below:
a. Please adjust the pin2 down and re-start HX-2388.
b. After the HX-2388 re-starts about 10sec, shut down your equipment.
c. Adjust the pin2 up, then power on HX-2388 again.
d. The IP address will be restored to the default value: 192.168.0.3
- Pin3: No definition.
Pin # UP DOWN
1 LAN RS-232
2 NORMAL IP DEFAULT
3 NC NC
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LAN Port: Use the RJ-45 connection cable to connect the Internet and the HDMI
matrix device. The entire PC at the same network can control the HDMI matrix device
through the LAN port.
IN1~8: Depend on the built-in modules, HDMI matrix device Input Channels are
connected to the DVDs or HDMI-LP, for more information please refers to Appendix A.
OUT1~8: Depend on the built-in modules, HDMI matrix device Output Channels are
connected to the HDTVs or HDMI-RP, for more information please refers to Appendix
A.
When using the extender port modules, up port is for DDC function, down port is for
VIDEO function.
DDC function
VIDEO function
) For RJ-45 Connector daughter board modules equipment, the connection has a
collocation with HDMI-EP; please refer to the Appendix A for more information.
Daughter board modules:
MX-HDI1 HDMI Connector input
MX-HDO1 HDMI Connector output
MX-RJI1 RJ-45 Connector input (for extender port)
MX-RJO1 RJ-45 Connector output (for extender port)
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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6.0 HDMI Matrix and Peripherals Connection
Figure 6-1 HDMI Matrix System Connections
) Use the HDMI-EP devices to extend the connection, please refers to the Appendix A.
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