This manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and connection examples, along with basic user information for installation and
ongoing use of the ELAN gMV88. This manual is written for the installer of this gMV88 UltraMatrix Switcher.
Please see the software tutorial and Help file for programming information.
These can be found at www.elanhomesystems.com.
Organization
The following information is contained in this manual.
Safety Information
gMV88 Introduction
gMV88 System Design
Overview
gMV88 Connections
Troubleshooting
Provides a comprehensive list of safety practices and procedures allowing for the safe installation
and operation of ELAN gMV88 UltraMatrix Switcher.
Provides an introduction to ELAN’ gMV88 UltraMatrix Switcher, along with system features to
include Front and Rear panel controls, indicators and connections, along with a short description of
each.
Provides a system design application overview of the gMV88 UltraMatrix Switcher for use in audio,
video and automation applications.
Provides a description of the gMV88 UltraMatrix Switcher system connections to connections made
with an ELAN gSC series system controller.
Provides troubleshooting tables to help x common discrepancies that may be associated with the
gMV88 UltraMatrix Switcher.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.
FCC Required Text:
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate, radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
12. Use only with the cart, stand the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into
the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that
no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
16. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect
the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
17. The power supply cord (sometimes referred to as the “Mains Plug”) is
used as the disconnect device and shall remain accessible and operable at
all times.
18. Open flame sources, such as lighted candles, should NOT be placed on
the apparatus.
19. Protective earthing terminal. The apparatus should
be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
20. Protective earthing terminal. The apparatus should be connected to a
mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
The gMV88 UltraMatrix is the culmination of years of ELAN experience in the design and perfection of multi-zone audio and video switching.
Incorporating the features and reliability that has made ELAN the fastest-growing manufacturer of multi-room A/V products, the UltraMatrix series
of switches are ELAN’s most powerful and flexible multi-source/multi-zone controllers to date. Each UltraMatrix switcher seamlessly blends HDMI
routing along with full audio distribution. In fact, the UltraMatrix switchers provide more options for audio distribution than any previous product.
UltraMatrix switchers work exclusively on the ELAN g! control network.
This unit has been designed with ultimate flexibility in mind. In addition to the analog, optical digital and coaxial digital audio inputs each UltraMatrix switcher allows the audio from HDMI inputs and the Audio Return Path (ARP) of each HDBaseT output to be easily routed to zone outputs. Zone
outputs include analog, coaxial digital, HDBaseT and HDMI. The ELAN UltraMatrix switchers have an extensive feature set that is covered in detail in
the UltraMatrix Designers Guide and the ELAN gMV Configurator Training Guide.
The ELAN Story
Located in Petaluma, CA, USA, ELAN is a part of Core Brands, LLC a Nortek Company. Sister companies within Core Brands include Niles, Xantech
and Panamax/Furman. You may see references in this document to products from those brands. ELAN has designed innovative multi-room audio/
video systems since 1989. ELAN systems were the first to integrate music, intercom and TV distribution features that used the homeowner’s stereos,
televisions and telephones to create the whole-house entertainment experience. These Systems allow people to move from room to room, controlling
centrally located equipment with ease.
Video Switching for small to medium sized projects
• Analog, Optical & Coaxial SPDIF Inputs
Connect virtually any source
• Analog & Coaxial SPDIF Outputs
Connect power amplifiers or surround sound receivers
• HDMI Audio Decoupling
Audio from video sources may be routed to audio only zones
• HDMI & HDBaseT Mirrored Outputs
Two displays may be connected to any video output
• Lip Sync Adjustment
Digital delay may be added to any source or zone output in any combination up to 170ms
• Analog Output Flexibility
Analog outputs may be configured for stereo, dual mono, dual left or dual right
Included In Box
• Zone Grouping Flexibility
Zones may be members of Whole House Music, Area Groups or permanently Grouped
• Designed For Use With The ELAN HDRE and HDRS HDBaseT Decoders
The UltraMatrix Switchers were developed in conjunction with the HDRE and HDRS HDBaseT receivers to
maximize performance
• Much, Much More
The list of UltraMatrix features is so large we had to create its own document. Visit the ELAN website to
download the latest copy of the UltraMatrix Designers Guide