Key Digital KD-MSWCAT4x4 FatBOY, FatBOY KD-MSWCAT8x8 Quick Setup Manual

KD-MSWCAT4X4

KD-MSWCAT8X8

Quick Setup Guide

Key Digital® FatBoy Series™ KD-MSWCAT8X8 and 4X4 are VGA/Component
Matrix Switchers capable of handling up to 8 or 4 RGBHV/Component Video
Sources/Inputs to 8 or 4 Independent Zones/Outputs via CAT5 Cables

KD-MSWCAT4x4
KD-MSWCAT8x8

Component/VGA with Audio via CAT5 Matrix Switchers

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Table of Contents

KD-MSWCAT8X8

About KD-MSWCAT8X8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Connections, LEDs and Button Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Application Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Quick Setup Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

KD-MSWCAT4X4

About KD-MSWCAT4X4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Connections, LEDs and Button Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Application Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Quick Setup Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

IR Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

RS-232 Commands and Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Important Product Warnings & Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

How to Contact Key Digital

®

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

About KD-MSWCAT8X8

Description

» Video/Audio Matrix Switcher capable of switching up to 8 Component/VGA Video Sources/

Inputs to 8 independent Zones/Outputs via CAT5/6/7 with Analog or Digital PCM Audio

Key Features

» Full switching of 4 matrixes: Video, Analog or Digital Audio, Bi-Directional IR, and Bi-

Directional RS-232 Control

» Supports all SD, HD, and VESA (VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA, UXGA, WUXGA)

resolutions up to 1080p (60Hz & 50Hz)

» Component: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

» VGA (RGBHV): From 640x480 up to 1920x1200 (VESA)

» 8 Outputs distribute Component/VGA Video, Stereo or Mono Analog or Digital Audio, and

Control up to 1,000 ft.

» Inputs support Analog Balanced/Unbalanced and Digital Coaxial PCM audio (48KHz)

» CAT5 pass-through ports for incremental expansion to up to 48x48 or 40x56

Key Benefits

» Compatible with any VGA or Component Video source device, and any major video

resolution

» Video, Audio, IR and RS-232 distribution via a single CAT5 cable up to 1,000 ft

» Fully automatic CAT5 cable equalization when used with KD-VACRX or KD-VACWPRX

Receiver Baluns

» Full integration with Key Digital KD-VACRX and KD-VACWPRX Balun products

» Full Audio control per output for Volume, Treble, B ass, Balance, and Lip-Sync (Delay)

» Serial IR, Optical IR, Front Panel Control, Discrete Remote Codes, and RS-232.

» Supports major control systems such as AMX

®

, Colorado vNet®, Control4®, Crestron®,

HomeLogic

™

, lifeIware™, RTI®, Savant, Universal®, Xantech

®

Additional Key Features

» Front panel LED input/output assignment confirmation

» Easily controlled via IR Remote (included) with discrete codes, Serial IR, and RS-232

» Slim 1U Rack chassis for space conservation

Accessories

» External 6 Volt DC 6.6 Amp switching power supply (for 110V-240V 50/60Hz applications)

» IR Remote control with two batterie s

» Operating Instructions

» VGA to Component (YPrPb) Breakout Cables (x8 / x4)

» 3.5mm Mono to RCA female digital audio cable. (x8 / x4)

© 2010 Key Digital, Inc. All rights reserved.

KD-MSWCAT8X8

Please read all instructions to insure safe operation of the product.

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Mounting

» Rack mount: Secure the rack ears to each side of the

KD-MSWCAT8X8 with the supplied hardware. Then, fasten
the unit to the rack rails with the included machine screws.
NOTE: Keep a minimum of 1RU space above and below
the unit.

Figure 1: Rack mounting the KD-MSWCAT8X8

5. Top Row – CAT5 Expansion Connections

Provides an expansion path allowing multiple KD-MSWCAT8X8 units to be daisy chained for matrix
switcher expansion.

½ NOTE: DO NOT connect additional KD-VACRX or KD-VACWPRX Baluns to these

ports. They are for expansion use ONLY.

6. Power Connection

6v - 6.6A. Please use included power adapter.

You MUST use the Power Supply provided with your unit or you
VOID the Key Digital

®

Warranty and risk damage to your unit

and associated equipment.

7. IR eye and Serial IR port

» a. The IR eye on the rear panel is identical to that on the front of the

unit and can be used with a flasher or the supplied IR remote. It offers
a convenient way to conceal unsightly IR flashers.

» b. The serial IR port can be used with serial IR control systems

8. RS-232 Connector

This connector has two functions. It serves as a serial communication port
for connection to an RS-232 based control system and also for firmware
updates via serial connection to a standard PC.

See page 12 for RS-232 control protocol.

9. Operation Mode

This switches between the “Programming” mode (for updating the unit’s firmware)
and “Normal” operation.

Connections, LEDs and Button Map

Rear Panel Connections

All connections to the KD-MSWCAT8X8 are found on the rear panel of the unit. Refer to the
illustrations below for port assignments while making connections.

Connections:

1. RGBHV (VGA) or Component connection

Total of 8 possible inputs utilizing a female RCA x 3
breakout cable (for Component and included for all
inputs)

2. 2 X 3.5mm Audio connections for balanced or
unbalanced analog audio

Each input can be used in un-balanced mode
utilizing a single stereo 3.5mm jack, or balanced
utilizing 2 x 3.5mm jacks.

3. Digital PCM Audio

Can be used via a mono 3.5mm to female RCA
adapter (included) to the right side jack.

4. Bottom Row – CAT5 Output Connections

Outputs carry Video, Audio, IR and RS232 over a single CAT5 to the KD-VACRX or KD-VACWPRX
Balun.

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Front Panel Operation

1. Output buttons 1-8

Press the Output button to cycle through Inputs sequentially
from 1-8. For switching inputs, simply press the selection
buttons within the desired Output number. Pressing this button
repeatedly will cycle through all Video/Audio Inputs

2. LED Input Indicator Bank

Indicates selected input for associated output

3. IR Eye

The IR eye on the front panel receives commands from IR
remote controls or IR flashers. Note that an identical IR eye is
also available on the rear panel.

When IR Control is enabled, both eyes are active.

Quick Setup Guide

1. Begin with the KD-MSWCAT8X8 and all input/output devices turned off with power cables

removed

2. Connect CAT5 outputs located on the lower row of jacks to KD-VACRX or KD-VACWPRX

Baluns at display or receiving devices.

3. Connect the associated balanced/unbalanced analog or digital audio sources via the 3.5mm

stereo jack.

4. Connect video sources to appropriate input ports on the KD-MSWCAT8X8. For VGA/RGBHV

sources connect the male VGA cable directly to one of the unit’s female VGA input connectors.
For a Component/YPrPb connection, utilize the supplied break-out cable for your 3 wire RCA
connections.

5. Connect power to the KD-MSWCAT8X8 as well as all other input and outputdevices and turn

them on.

6. Operate KD-MSWCAT8X8 switcher via front panel buttons, IR remote, serial IR or RS-232

control

Operation

After performing the setup above, the unit is ready for operation.

Most applications will involve only input switching for day-to-day operation. There are several
options for controlling the unit. Commands can be issued via IR remote control, RS-232 or simply
by using the front panel buttons. See pg. 11 for IR Remote information and pg._ for RS232 control.

Comp

L/R Audio

Comp

L/R Audio

Comp

L/R Audio

Comp

L/R Audio

Comp

L/R Audio

RS-232

IR

IR

IR

IR

IR

Blu-Ray

Cable X3

Satellite X2

DVD Player

X3

CAT5/6/7 run 1000’

X2

RF

Control System

Control Pad

Xbox 360

Comp

L/R Audio

CAT5/6/7

IR

RS-232

Wireless RF

KD-MSWCAT8X8

RS232 Control

Serial IR

Optical IR

Optical IR

CAT5/6/7

L/R Audio

IR/RS-232

Comp

KD-VACRX

Zone 1

CAT5/6/7

L/R Audio

IR/RS-232

Comp

KD-VACRX

Zone 3

CAT5/6/7

L/R Audio

IR/RS-232

Comp

KD-VACRX

Zone 5

CAT5/6/7

L/R Audio

IR/RS-232

Comp

KD-VACRX

Zone 7

CAT5/6/7

L/R Audio

IR/RS-232

Comp

KD-VACRX

Zone 2

CAT5/6/7

L/R Audio

IR/RS-232

Comp

KD-VACRX

Zone 4

CAT5/6/7

L/R Audio

IR/RS-232

Comp

KD-VACRX

Zone 6

CAT5/6/7

L/R Audio

IR/RS-232

Comp

KD-VACRX

Zone 8

Application Example