Intelix FLX-8X8A User Manual

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FLX-8X8A Installation and

Operation Guide

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FLX-8X8A Installation Guide

 Please completely read and verify you understand all instructions in this manual before operating this equipment.  Keep these instructions in a safe, accessible place for future reference.  Heed all warnings.  Follow all instructions.  Do not use this apparatus near water.  Clean only with a dry cloth.  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)

that produce heat.

 Use only accessories specified or recommended by Intelix.  Explanation of graphical symbols:

o Lightning bolt/flash symbol: the lightning bolt/flash and arrowhead within an equilateral triangle symbol is

intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product enclosure which may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to a person or persons.

o Exclamation point symbol: the exclamation point within an equilateral triangle symbol is intended to alert the

user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

Important Safety Instructions

 WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS.

 Use the mains plug to disconnect the apparatus from the mains.  THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER CORD MUST REMAIN READILY ACCESSIBLE.  Do not defeat the safety purpose 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 your obsolete outlet. Caution! To reduce the risk of electrical shock, grounding of the center pin of this plug must be maintained.

 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the apparatus.

 Do not block the air ventilation openings. Only mount the equipment per Intelix’s instructions.  Use only with the cart, stand, table, or rack specified by Intelix or sold with the equipment. When/if a cart is used,

use caution when moving the cart/equipment combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.  Caution! Shock Hazard. Do not open the unit.  Refer 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.

FLX-8X8A Installation Guide

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ....................................................................................................................... 2

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................... 5

Package Contents ............................................................................................................................. 5

Front Panel ....................................................................................................................................... 6

Rear Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 7

IR Remote ......................................................................................................................................... 7

Input Cards .................................................................................................................................................... 8

Analog Video (FLX-RI4) ..................................................................................................................... 8

DVI (FLX-DI4) .................................................................................................................................... 8

HDBaseT (FLX-BI4) ............................................................................................................................ 8

HDMI (FLX-HI4) ................................................................................................................................ 9

Output Cards ............................................................................................................................................... 10

DVI (FLX-DO4) ................................................................................................................................ 10

HDBaseT (FLX-BO4) ........................................................................................................................ 10

HDMI (FLX-HO4) ............................................................................................................................. 10

Installation Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 11

Shelf Mounting Instructions .......................................................................................................... 11

Rack Mounting Instructions ........................................................................................................... 11

General I/O Card Installation ......................................................................................................... 11

FLX-BI4 and FLX-BO4 Wiring .......................................................................................................... 12

FLX-RI4 Wiring ................................................................................................................................ 13

Analog Audio Wiring ...................................................................................................................... 14

EDID Management ...................................................................................................................................... 15

Copy EDID....................................................................................................................................... 15

Front Panel and IR Remote Operation ........................................................................................................ 16

Basic Routing .................................................................................................................................. 16

Advanced Routing .......................................................................................................................... 16

IR Remote Operation ..................................................................................................................... 16

Third Party Control Setup ........................................................................................................................... 17

IP Address Setup via Web Browser ................................................................................................ 17

Access the Web Browser with Defined IP Address ........................................................................ 19

Additional Options in Web Browser .............................................................................................. 19

RS232 Connection .......................................................................................................................... 19

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RS232 and TCP/IP Commands ..................................................................................................................... 20

Video and Audio Routing Commands ............................................................................................ 20

Video Only Routing Commands ..................................................................................................... 20

Audio Only Routing Commands ..................................................................................................... 21

System Commands......................................................................................................................... 21

EDID Commands ............................................................................................................................ 21

Preset Commands .......................................................................................................................... 22

FLX-RI4 Specific Commands ........................................................................................................... 22

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................... 23

Matrix does not power on ............................................................................................................. 23

Cannot view 3D content ................................................................................................................ 23

Cannot hear surround sound audio ............................................................................................... 23

Technical Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 24

FLX-8X8A Chassis ............................................................................................................................ 24

FLX-BI4 ........................................................................................................................................... 25

FLX-HI4 ........................................................................................................................................... 26

FLX-RI4 ........................................................................................................................................... 27

FLX-DI4 ........................................................................................................................................... 28

FLX-BO4 .......................................................................................................................................... 29

FLX-HO4 ......................................................................................................................................... 30

FLX-DO4 ......................................................................................................................................... 31

DIGIB-EMT ...................................................................................................................................... 32

FLX-8X8A Installation Guide

Overview

The Intelix FLX-8X8A is a modular eight input by eight output video matrix switcher with a built-in eight input by eight output stereo audio matrix switcher. Each modular input or output card supports up to four device connections. In addition to front panel control, the FLX-8X8A can be controlled via IR, RS232, or TCP/IP connections.

The modular input cards include the following connections: HDMI, DVI, HDBaseT (with RS232 and bidirectional wide-band IR), and analog video with digital scaling via HD15 (VGA-UXGA, RGBHV, RGsB, RsGsBs, component video, S-video and composite video). The modular output cards include the following connections: HDMI, DVI, and HDBaseT.

The analog stereo audio inputs and outputs on the FLX-8X8A can connect to balanced or unbalanced audio devices. In addition to audio following video, the audio and video signals can be switched independently.

Clear button caps provide legible text on the front panel, which can be customized for each installation. IR, RS232, and TCP/IP provide a wide range of options for third party control systems. Ten programmable presets provide an efficient means of configuring the video and audio distribution for common usage patterns.

The FLX-8X8A was designed with flexibility in mind. There are over 80 possible input card to output card combinations. Since the system is modular, the system integrator can customize their installation per their customer’s needs and not the limitations of available hardware.

Package Contents

Please verify the following items are in the shipping box prior to installation of the FLX-8X8A.

1 ea FLX-8X8A Flexible Matrix Switcher 2 ea Modular Input Metal Blank (installed on FLX-8X8A) 2 ea Modular Output Metal Blank (installed on FLX-8X8A) 4 ea Rubber Feet 1 ea Power Cable 1 ea RS232 Cable 1 ea Infrared Remote Control 1 ea FLX-8X8A Installation and Operation Guide 1 ea Intelix Pocket Screwdriver

FLX-8X8A Installation Guide

Input

Buttons

(Top)

(Bottom)

Output

Buttons

LCD Status

Display

Rack

Handle

Power LED/

IR Receiver

Front Panel

Power LED – Indicates the matrix has proper input power. IR Receiver – For use with the included IR remote. Input Buttons –Buttons labeled “1” through “8”. Menu Buttons (Top Row) –Buttons labeled “AV”, “VIDEO”, and “AUDIO”. AV – Used to route Video and Audio inputs to outputs VIDEO – Used to route Video inputs to outputs

AUDIO – Used to route Audio inputs to outputs

Rack Handle – Eases installation in an equipment rack. LCD Status Display – Displays matrix name and status when changing video and/or audio routes. Output Buttons –Buttons labeled “1” through “8”. Menu Buttons (Bottom Row) –Buttons labeled “ALL”, “THROUGH”, “UNDO”, and “”.

ALL – Used to route one input AV pair to all outputs or to route each AV input to its

corresponding output. THROUGH – Used to route the selected AV input to its corresponding output. UNDO – Used to remove the last button press in a routing sequence  – Used to clear the input source select.

Explanation of use for the front panel control is located in the section Front Panel Operation (page 14).

FLX-8X8A Installation Guide

TCP/IP and

RS232 Input

Output Card

Slots

Input Card

Slots

Analog Stereo

Outputs

Analog Stereo

Inputs

110-240 VAC

Input

Rear Panel

Input Card Slots – Two card slots to accommodate compatible input cards. Output Card Slots – Two card slots to accommodate compatible output cards. TCP/IP Input – Allows control via third party control system and web browser access. RS232 Input – Allows control via third party control system. Analog Stereo Inputs – Eight balanced analog stereo inputs. Analog Stereo Outputs – Eight balanced analog stereo outputs. AC Input – Standard IEC C14 inlet.

IR Remote

The included IR remote performs all of the functions available on the front panel of the FLX-8X8A.

FLX-8X8A Installation Guide

The modular input cards are keyed on the right side to line up with the output cards and ensure they are installed correctly in the matrix.

Analog Video (FLX-RI4)

The HD15 inputs on the FLX-RI4 scale and convert a wide range of analog video signals to HD video resolutions, which can be routed to any available output. The individual scaler engine on each input can accommodate VGA to UXGA, RGBHV, RGsB, RsGsBs, component video, S-video, and composite video signals. Two FLX-RBOCA (component video breakout cable) and two FLX-RBOCB (composite and S-video breakout cable) cables are included with each FLX-RI4.

Input Cards

DVI (FLX-DI4)

The FLX-DI4 DVI-D inputs are HDMI and HDCP compliant and support CEC and DDC standards. Each input is a single link DVI-D connection that can support video resolutions up to 1920x1200.

HDBaseT (FLX-BI4)

The FLX-BI4 takes advantage of HDBaseT inputs to allow sources from remote locations, from up to 70 m away, to be routed to any of the available outputs utilizing standard Cat 5e cable with a TIA-568B crimp. The RS232 and wide-band IR connections for each input allow bi-directional control signals at the equipment rack to interface with source equipment when used with the DIGI-HD70C-S or DIGI-HDE-S HDBaseT transmitters. The optional DIGIB-EMT (IR emitter) and DIGIB-EYE (IR receiver) are required for IR control functionality.

FLX-8X8A Installation Guide

HDMI (FLX-HI4)

The FLX-HI4 HDMI inputs can be routed to any available outputs. The HDMI inputs can accept video signals up to 4k x 2k, including 3D and 48-bit Deep Color at 1080p. Additionally, audio signals from stereo up to 7.1 audio streams will pass through the matrix to supported outputs.

FLX-8X8A Installation Guide

The modular output cards are keyed on the left side to line up with the input cards and ensure they are installed correctly in the matrix.

DVI (FLX-DO4)

The FLX-DO4 DVI-D outputs are HDMI and HDCP compliant and support CEC and DDC standards. Each output is a single link DVI-D connection that can support video resolutions up to 1920x1200.

HDBaseT (FLX-BO4)

Output Cards

The FLX-BO4 takes advantage of HDBaseT outputs connect any source device to a remote display, up to 70 m away, utilizing standard Cat 5e cable with a TIA-568B crimp. The RS232 and wide-band IR connections for each output allow bi-directional control signals at the equipment rack to interface with display devices when used with the DIGI-HD70C-R or DIGI-HDE-R HDBaseT receivers. The optional DIGIBEMT (IR emitter) and DIGIB-EYE (IR receiver) are required for IR control functionality.

HDMI (FLX-HO4)

The FLX-HO4 HDMI outputs can be routed from any input in the matrix. The HDMI outputs can pass video signals up to 4k x 2k, including 3D and 48-bit Deep Color at 1080p. Additionally, audio signals from stereo up to 7.1 audio streams will pass to supported output devices.

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