Key Digital Champion KD-16x16CS Operating Instructions Manual

Rev 0 – Oct 2014

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develops and manufactures high quality, cutting-edge

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KD-16x16CS

16 Inputs to 16 Outputs HDMI Matrix Switcher

Operating Instructions

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Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................................ 1

Quick Setup Guide .......................................................... 1

Application Example ......................................................... 2

Connections, Buttons and LEDs ................................................ 3

Front Panel Operation ........................................................ 5

RS-232 and TCP/IP commands ................................................. 5

Specifications .............................................................. 8

Important Product Warnings & Safety Instructions ................................... 9

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How to Contact Key Digital

Warranty Information ........................................................ 11

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Introduction

Key Digital® Champion Series™ KD-16x16CS is an HDMI Matrix switcher capable of
switching 16 independent Inputs/Sources to 16 independent Outputs/Zones.

Key Features

› Matrix Video/Audio Switching:
› Resolution Support:

» SD & HD: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

» VESA: From 640x480p up to 1920x1200p

› 3D Ready:
› Full Buffer

Capability to pass 3D stereoscopic signal formats

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Technology

All SD, HD, and VESA up to 1080p (60Hz & 50Hz)

HDCP and EDID source & display authentication

› Memory Presets:
› Lossless Compressed Digital Audio:

8 presets for Output to Input Selections

and DTS-HD Master Audio

› Licensing:
› Control:
› Control System Support:

URC

Fully licensed and compatible with all HDMI and HDCP technologies

Front panel buttons/LEDs, RS-232 and TCP/IP Control

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, Honeywell®, HAI®, Leviton®, etc.

Accessories

› UL Certified Power Cord, 16 HDMI Cable Clips, Rack Ears

Mounting:

Rack mount: Secure the rack ears to each side of the KD-16x16CS with the supplied hardware
then fasten the unit to the rack rails with the included machine screws.

16 HDMI Inputs to 16 HDMI Outputs

: Manages TMDS re-clocking / signal re-generation,

Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby® Digital Plus

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Compass Control®, AMX®, Control4®, Crestron®, KNX®, RTI®, Savant,

Always follow the instructions provided in this Operating Manual.

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Quick Setup Guide

1. Begin with the KD-16x16CS and all input/output devices turned off with power cables
removed.

2. Connect HDMI sources to the appropriate input ports on the KD-16x16CS.

3. Connect display devices to the HDMI output ports.

4. Connect power to the KD-16x16CS as well as to all other input and output devices
and turn them on.

5. Operate the KD-16x16CS switcher via front panel buttons, RS-232 or TCP/IP control.

Operation:

After performing the setup above, the unit is ready for operation. There are several options for
controlling the unit. Commands can be issued via RS-232, TCP/IP or by using the front panel
buttons.

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Application Example Connections, Buttons and LEDs

Satellite (x7)

x7

RJ45

HDMI

Ethernet

RJ45

WiFi Router

RJ45

WiFi

iPad

KD-MC1000

Rear Panel Connections:

All connections to the KD-16x16CS are found on the rear panel of the unit. Refer to the illustrations
below for port assignments while making connections:

x4

Digital Signage

Cable (x7)

Blu-Ray

RJ45

HDMI

x7

IR

HDMI

IR

HDMI

KD-CATHD250POH

HDMI

IR

x16

RS-232

x7

IR/RS-232

1-8

INPUTS

1-8

OUTPUTS

9-16

INPUTS

9-16

OUTPUTS

Master Controllers

KD-16x16CS

Cooling Fan

INPUTS

HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 HDMI 6 HDMI 7 HDMI 8

HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 5 HDMI 6 HDMI 7 HDMI 8

OUTPUTS

INPUTS

HDMI 9 HDMI 10 HDMI 11 HDMI 12 HDMI 13 HDMI 14 HDMI 15 HDMI 16

HDMI 9 HDMI 10 HDMI 11 HDMI 12 HDMI 13 HDMI 14 HDMI 15 HDMI 16

OUTPUTS

RS-232TCP/IPService

Keyboard

HDMI

x16

IR

KD-CATHD250POH

CAT5e/6

Up to 250’ with KD-CAT6STP1X
Up to 210’ with CAT5e/6

KD-CATHD250POH

HDMI

IR

INPUTS

OUTPUTS

INPUTS

OUTPUTS

x9

1-8

INPUTS

1-8

OUTPUTS

9-16

INPUTS

9-16

OUTPUTS

HDMI Inputs HDMI Outputs

› 16 HDMI Inputs are located in rows 1 & 3
› 16 HDMI Outputs are throughout rows 2 & 4

Main Ports

› Power, RS-232, Keyboard and Ethernet (TCP/IP) ports are located on the bottom-left of the

back panel. The RS-232 port utilizes a straight-through connection (see the RS-232 and TCP/IP
commands section of the manual for connection protocol and commands).

3x3 Video WallDisplays 1-7

Note: Model does not feature video wall processing/software

PowerRS-232TCP/IPKeyboard

› The Keyboard Service port is not currently active.
› Both RS-232 ports are available for use. There is no primary or secondary assignment.
› It is recommended that the unit is grounded via the Grounding Screw.