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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. Matrix System Overview ............................................................................................................4
AVLINK Matrix Switcher is high performance HDMI switching equipment combining with
video and audio. It is used for input/output cross switching of multimedia signals.
Through 4 , 8 or 16 sets separated HDMI sources, you can transmit multimedia input
separately to each multi-output equipment, thereby minimizing signal attenuation and
ensuring high definition, integrating high fidelity graphics and audio signal output.
Through the extensible accessory devices, AVLINK Matrix Switcher can transmit data or
detect signal to over long distances about 100 meter with extender (HX-RW).
Matrix Switcher 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, LCD display and
synchronous and integrate audio/visual switching functions. Matrix Switcher supports
HDMI Type A for input and RJ45 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 signals.
Figure 1-1 HX-2444 Matrix Switcher
Figure 1-2 HX-2488 Matrix Switcher
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1.2 Packing
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Figure 1-3 HX-341616 Matrix Switcher
HDMI Matrix Switcher * 1 (HX-2444,HX-2488 or
HX-341616)
RS-232 Communication Connected Cable * 1
Power Cord * 1
IR Receiver Cable * 1
IR Blaster Cable * 1
LAN Line * 1
Female 1x5 Pole Captive Screw Socket * 2
Matrix Switcher Remote Controller * 1
AAA Battery * 2
AV Matrix Software CD * 1
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User Manual * 1
1.3 Accessories (Optional)
IR Mini-Controller
Extender (HX-RW)
IR Receiver Cable
IR Blaster Cable
2. Features
Support 4x4,8x8 or 16x16 fixed I/O interfaces
Mixed use HDMI cables 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
EDID management (Copy from OUT port 1)
Centralized control upon 32 series connections via RS-485
Memory control can up to 8 sets (HX-2444 only up to 4 sets)
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)
Fast response time for channel switch
IR pass-through supports all IN and OUT ports
IR pass-through supports all kinds of IR frequency band
IR pass-through supports duplex transmission between IN and OUT ports
IR pass-through switch is based on HDMI switched by controller
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Support IR remote control
Support IR Mini-Controller to select the input channel through Output configuration
Support RS-232 control
Support RS-485 serial control
Support Ethernet control
Internal universal power supply
1U rack for HX-2444 and 2U rack for HX-2488 and 3U rack for HX-341616
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3. Specifications
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HX-2444: HDMI Type A x 4
Input Connector
Output Connector
RS-232 Connector DB9 Female
LAN Connector RJ45
RS-485 Connector 2
2 pins Dip Switcher
8 pins Dip Switcher
LCD Module
Power 100VAC~240VAC, 50/60Hz, internal
Housing Black Aluminum
Mounting
HX-2488: HDMI Type A x 8
HX-341616: HDMI Type A x 16
HX-2444: RJ45 x 4
HX-2488: RJ45 x 8
HX-341616: RJ45 x 16
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Rack mountable
(1U-rack-mount kits for HX-2444)
(2U-rack-mount kits for HX-2488)
(3U-rack-mount kits for HX-341616)
HX-2444: 3550g
Weight
Dimensions (LxWxH)
Multimedia
Max. Resolution 4K x 2K@30Hz (8-bit)
Highest TMDS Frequency 300MHz
Control Information
HDMI Cable Distance
Cat.5e Cable Distance
Baud Rate
Ethernet Protocol
HX-2488: 4250g
HX-341616: 7500g
HX-2444: 332x482x43mm
HX-2488: 332x482x87mm
HX-341616: 336x482x130mm
(Full rack wide without grips)
At least 10 meter
100 meter (Max.)
9600 bps; 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
HTTP, DHCP, TCP/IP, ICMP (ping)
Program Control
Web Server, AVM Application
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Serial Control Port
Control Sequence Matrix
Remote Control
Web Server
RS-232: 9 Pin Female D Type Connector
RS-485: 1X5 Pole Captive Screw
Remote Controller, IR Receiver, IR Blaster
LAN, RJ45
4. Device Installation
The Matrix Switcher has a black metallic housing. It can be placed on a sturdy desk
directly or installed on a 1U (HX-2444) , 2U (HX-2488) or 3U (HX-341616) 19in bracket.
See below:
Figure 4-1 Mount the Device on a Standard Bracket with 1U Rack-mount
(HX-2444)
Figure 4-2 Mount the Device on a Standard Bracket with 2U Rack-mount
(HX-2488)
Figure 4-3 Mount the Device on a Standard Bracket with 3U Rack-mount
(HX-341616)
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5.Front/Rear Panels
5.1 Front Panel
HX-2444 supports up to 4 Output/Input switching keys on the Front Panel allowing you
to switch signal quickly.
Figure 5-1 HX-2444 Front Panel for 4 Output/Input Keys
HX-2488 supports up to 8 Output/Input switching keys on the Front Panel allowing you to
switch signal quickly.
Figure 5-2 HX-2488 Front Panel for 8 Output/Input Keys
HX-341616 supports up to 16 Output/Input switching keys on the Front Panel allowing
you to switch signal quickly. Also refer to 8.Operation Example about below descriptions.
Figure 5-3 HX-341616 Front Panel for 16 Output/Input Keys
OUT1~4, 8 or 16 keys (output channel): Specify the Channel 1~Channel 4, 8 or 16 for
HDMI signal output. These keys configure the status or access the settings; you can
also use these keys to switch output channels.
IN1~4, 8 or 16 keys (input channel): Specify the Channel 1~Channel 4, 8 or 16 for
HDMI signal input. Use these keys to switch the connected input channels or use them
to instead of number keys upon memory selections.
ALL: This key allows user to set single input channel to all output channels. The usage
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of “ALL” key is the same as output key.
- Press the “ALL” key.
- Select the one of the IN 1~4, 8 or 16 keys.
- The selected IN x key will transfer the input signal to all output channels.
- You can also press the “ALL” key and then press the “OFF” key to disable all
the displayed switching settings.
OFF: Disable the entire output channels. Press one of the OUT x keys that want to be
disabled for the output channel, then press the “OFF” key. Likewise, press the “ALL”
key and then press the “OFF” key to disable all the displayed switching settings. In
addition to switching port menu, press “OFF” key can return to the main screen during
implementing in other menu. You can also press “OFF” key to disable the light of LCD
screen for saving power.
EDID: FIX (fix mode) and OUT1 (access the first output channel) selection key.
- FIX mode: The Matrix Switcher supplies a set of fixed EDID values to support up
to only 1080P high performance TV.
- OUT1 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.
RETURN: Press this key to go back to main screen.
PLUG: Press this key to show you the status of all HDMI Type A or RJ45 jacks on the
rear panel. If the HDMI or RJ45 jack is in HPD (hot plug detect), it will appear “O” on
the screen. Alternatively, it will appear “X” specified the HDMI or RJ45 jack is unused.
INFO: Press this key to show you the Matrix Switcher’s version, ID and IP address.
) Press PLUG and INFO keys simultaneously to show you the firmware versions of
modules.
STO: The “Store Key” saves all current output/input corresponding relations up to 8
sets for a memory control.
- Press the “STO” key firstly.
- Arrange memory location. (Support up to 8 sets of memories, user can select
the memory location through OUT1~OUT8/IN1~IN8.)
- The relations among all settings will be saved in the memory permanently.
RCL: The “Retriever Key” retrieves all settings that are saved in the memory.
- Press the “RCL” key firstly.
- Then make a random to select one of output/input channel key 1~8.
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- The system will retrieve the saved all status and implement current status
switching if the previously saving channel is selected.
) Press and hold STO and RCL keys simultaneously at least 1 sec. to restore to factory
default values.
) HX-2444 Memory control only up to 4 sets
ACTIVE LED: A clear LED indicator designed for reaction by pressing keys on the front
panel and remote controller. Refer to Appendix A Matrix Switcher Remote Controller.
) Only HX-2488 / HX-341616.
IR Receiver: Infrared receiver can receive signals from the Matrix Switcher Remote
Controller.
LCD: LCD display shows current Matrix Switcher status and operation status.
) Press any keys on the front panel or controller to enable the light of LCD momentarily.
This function cannot be controlled by RS-232 or LAN.
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5.2 Rear Panel
Figure 5-4 HX-2444 Rear Panel for 4 Output/Input Jacks
HX-2444 supports up to 4 input jacks (HDMI Type A) and 4 output jacks (RJ45) on the
rear panel, each female terminals form the signal input/output jacks. The HX-2444 signal
input/output terminal channels are numbered as IN1~4/OUT1~4 channels.
Figure 5-5 HX-2488 Rear Panel for 8 Output/Input Jacks
HX-2488 supports up to 8 input jacks (HDMI Type A) and 8 output jacks (RJ45) on the
rear panel, each female terminals form the signal input/output jacks. The HX-2488 signal
input/output terminal channels are numbered as IN1~8/OUT1~8 channels.
Figure 5-6 HX-341616 Rear Panel for 16 Output/Input Jacks
The HX-341616 supports up to 16 input jacks (HDMI Type A) and 16 output jacks (RJ45)
on the rear panel, each female terminals form the signal input/output jacks. The
HX-341616 signal input/output terminal channels are numbered as IN1~16/OUT1~16
channels. The input terminal channels supply you to connect to different equipment
including Blu-ray/DVD players, graphics workstations, and number displays. The output
jacks allow you to connect to extensible accessory devices for over long connections
with terminals just like projectors, video recorders, displays and multiplexers and so on.
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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
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Power Switch: To switch power ON or OFF the Matrix Switcher.
RS-232: Use a 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect both computer serial port (COM1 or
COM2) and Matrix Switcher RS-232 communication port, refer to 6.6.1 RS-232.The
computer then can be deployed to control the Matrix Switcher after installing of
application software. Refer to 7.1 Software Introduction for a software control or
Appendix D RS-232 Communication Protocolfor an individual configuration.
RS-485: Connection ports allow you to connect/control more than one Matrix product,
refer to 6.6.2 RS-485.
LAN Port: Use the RJ45 connection cable to connect the Internet and the Matrix
Switcher. The entire PCs at the same network can control the Matrix Switcher through
the LAN port. Refer to 6.6.3 LAN Port.
Switchers: Matrix Switcher 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 Matrix Switcher Remote
Controller. Refer to 6.3 IR EXT Connection.
INPUT1~4, 8 or 16: Matrix Switcher Input jacks are connected to the Blu-ray players,
DVD players, STBs or other source devices.
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+
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OUTPUT1~4, 8 or 16: Matrix Switcher Output jacks are connected to extensible
accessory devices (HX-RW) for HDTVs, projectors or other sink devices connection.
) OUTPUT1~8 or 16 RJ45 jacks are only used for extender (HX-RW) connection.
IR Tx1~4, 8 or 16 Ports: Used to connect to the IR Blaster Cable for IR pass-through.
IR Blaster Pin Definitions:
IR Rx1~8 or 16 Ports: Used to connect to the IR Receiver Cable for IR pass-through.
IR Receiver Pin Definitions:
6. Matrix Switcher and Peripherals Connections
Figure 6-1 HX-2444 Connections
Figure 6-2 HX-2488 Connections
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Figure 6-3 HX-341616 Connections
The HX-2444/HX-2488/HX-341616 supports up to 2/4/8 I/O modules for reparation or
upgrade. Each module can be configured individually based on module number. You can
search these module numbers by pressing PLUG and INFO keys simultaneously when
you want to upgrade firmware version.
Figure 6-4 Modules Deployment
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6.1 Input/Output Connections
Use the HDMI connecting cable to connect the Input serial jack (No.1 ~ No. 4, 8 or 16) to
the HDMI jack of the Blu-ray/DVD player/graphics workstations/number displays. Use
the Cat.5e cable to connect the output RJ45 jack (No.1 ~ No. 4, 8 or 16) to the RJ45 jack
of extenders (HX-RW). Through the extender (HX-RW), you can extend the connection
of HDTVs, projector, video recorder, displayer or multiplexer to your Matrix Switcher.
Figure 6-5 Input Connections
Figure 6-6 Output Connections
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6.1.1 Output LED
This Matrix Switcher 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 Matrix Switcher.
LED Indicators:
LED Off Blink On
LINK
No Link Low Power Mode HDBaseT Link
(Green)
HDCP
No HDMI Signals No Encryption HDCP Encryption
(Yellow)
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 Matrix Switcher provides an IR Receiver Cable and IR Blaster Cable accessories for
IR pass-through. IR Receiver Cable can be connected to IR Rx ports or IR EXT on the
rear panel. On the other hand, IR Blaster Cable can be connected to IR Tx ports 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 6-7 IR Extended Aiming – Multimedia
) The Output - IR Tx/Rx are designed on the 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
Extender (HX-RW).
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6.3 IR EXT Connection
The Matrix Switcher provides an IR Receiver Cable for more convenient to react to the
Matrix Switcher Remote Controller. If it is difficult for you to aim at IR Receiver on the
front panel due to the location of Matrix switcher, please connect IR Receiver Cable to
the IR EXT port located on the rear panel for optional position.
Figure 6-8 IR EXT Connection
6.4 Power Connection
Use the included power cord to connect from the power port on the rear panel of Matrix
Switcher to the outlet.
Figure 6-9 Power Connection
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6.5 Matrix Switcher 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 Matrix Switcher. The
computer can then be used to control the Matrix Switcher after installing of application
software. Aside from using the front panel keys for switching operation, you are also
permitted to use the RS-232connection port for remote operation.
Figure 6-10 RS-232 and Control PC connection
Matrix Switcher also supports a LAN port allows you to control all the series connection
devices through PC Browser.
Figure 6-11 LAN port and Control PC Connection
) Matrix Switcher supports RS-232 and RS-485 on the rear panel for a remote control
and allows you to operate settings via the keys located on the front panel.
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6.6 Ports and Switchers
The Matrix Switcher provides standard RS-232 and RS-485 serial communication ports.
Beside the front panel for key switching operation, you can also 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
) The Matrix RS-232 port is defined by DCE.
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Figure 6-12 (a) RS-232 – From Female DB9 (PC) to Male DB9 (Matrix)
Figure 6-12 (b) RS-232 – From Female DB9 (PC) to Male DB9 (Matrix)
Figure 6-13 RS-232 – From Female DB25 (PC) to Male DB9 (Matrix)
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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 Matrix Switcher supports up to two RS-485 ports
allows you to control more than one Matrix Switcher. 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 6-14 RS-485 Connection for HX-2444
Figure 6-15 RS-485 Connection for HX-2488
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Figure 6-16 RS-485 Connection for HX-341616
Figure 6-17 RS-485 Connection for HX-2488 and HX-341616
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See Pin definitions as below:
RS-485
+ - + -
Figure 6-18 RS-485 Port
Serial connection between Matrix 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 Matrix Switcher 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 6-19 RJ45 Connector
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