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Monoprice 27841 User Manual

Blackbird™ 4K HDBaseT™ 4x4 HDMI® Matrix
P/N 27841
User's Manual
CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES ....................................................................................................................................... 4
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
FEATURES .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
CUSTOMER SERVICE .................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
PACKAGE CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
SAMPLE CONNECTION DIAGRAM ................................................................................................................................................ 12
IR PASS-THROUGH ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
BUTTON CONTROL ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
GUI CONTROL ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 20
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CEC BUTTONS ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
GUI UPDATE ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
RS-232 CONTROL ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
RS-232 COMMANDS ................................................................................................................................................................................. 34
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TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
TECHNICAL SUPPORT .............................................................................................................................................................................. 47
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these
safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
This device is intended for indoor use only. Do not expose this device to water or moisture of any kind. Do not place drinks or
other containers with moisture on or near the device. If moisture does get in or on
the device, immediately unplug it from the power outlet and allow it to fully dry
before reapplying power.
Do not touch the device, the power cord, or any other connected cables with wet
hands.
Do not subject the product to extreme force, shock, or fluctuations in temperature
or humidity.
Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures. Do not place it in, on,
or near heat sources, such as a fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it in direct
sunlight.
Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical damage. Do not use if
physical damage has occurred.
Before plugging the unit into a power outlet, ensure that the outlet provides the
same type and level of power required by the device.
Unplug this device from the power source when not in use.
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Take care to prevent damage to the power cord. Do not allow it to become
crimped, pinched, walked on, or become tangled with other cords. Ensure that the
power cord does not present a tripping hazard.
Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the connector
head or adapter body.
Ensure that power is turned off and disconnected before making any electrical
connections.
Clean using a soft, dry cloth only. Do not use chemical cleaners, solvents, or
detergents. For stubborn deposits, moisten the cloth with warm water.
This device has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open, service, or
modify this device.
INTRODUCTION
The Blackbird™ 4K HDBaseT™ 4x4 HDMI® Matrix is a professional level matrix/switch and
HDMI extender. It features four HDMI inputs and four sets of HDMI and HDBaseT outputs,
allowing for both local and remote displays. It extends 4K@60Hz video signals to distances
up to 131 feet (40 meters) and 1080p@60Hz signals to distances up to 229 feet (70 meters)
over a single Cat6 Ethernet cable. It supports the Power over Cable (PoC) feature, allowing
the included receivers to draw power from the matrix over the Ethernet cables. It features
a comprehensive EDID management system and is compliant with the HDMI 2.0 and HDCP
2.2 specifications. It supports bi-directional IR and RS-232 extension, as well as IR, RS-232, or
TCP/IP control.
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FEATURES
Supports HDMI® video at resolutions up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 Fully compliant with the HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 specifications Can transmit 4K@60Hz signals to distances up to 131 fee (40 meters) and
1080p@60Hz signals to distances up to 229 feet (70 meters) over a single Cat6
Ethernet cable
Supports the Power over Cable (PoC) feature, allowing the included receivers to
draw power from the matrix over the Ethernet cables
Features four HDMI inputs and four sets of HDBaseT™ and HDMI outputs, allowing
for both local and remote displays for each output channel
Features comprehensive EDID management Supports bi-directional IR and RS-232 extension Supports front panel, IR remote control, RS-232, and TCP/IP control options
CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to ensuring that your ordering,
purchasing, and delivery experience is second to none. If you have any problem with your
order, please give us an opportunity to make it right. You can contact a Monoprice
Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our website
www.monoprice.com during normal business hours (Mon-Fri: 5am-7pm PT, Sat-Sun: 9am-
6pm PT) or via email at support@monoprice.com
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed
below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice Customer Service for a
replacement.
1x HDBaseT™ 4x4 HDMI® matrix
4x HDBaseT receivers
2x Matrix mounting ears
6x Matrix mounting ear screws
4x Matrix plastic feet
4x Matrix plastic feet screws
16x Receiver plastic feet
8x Receiver mounting ears
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Matrix Front Panel
8x Receiver mounting ear screws
4x IR receivers
4x IR transmitters
1x 3-pin to DB9 RS-232 cable
13x 3-pin terminal blocks
1x AC power cord
1x User's manual
1. LCD SCREEN: Displays the real-time operating status.
2. PWR: The LED illuminates red when power is applied.
3. IR: The LED illuminates red when the matrix receives an IR signal from the included
IR remote control. The IR receiver "eye" is to the right of the LED.
4. INPUT: Four buttons for input source selection. Button 3 also serves as the UP
navigation button.
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5. OUTPUT: Four buttons for output channel selection. Buttons 2, 3, and 4 also serve as
the LEFT, DOWN, and RIGHT navigation buttons.
6. MENU BUTTONS: Various buttons for performing menu functions.
CLEAR: Pressing the CLEAR button cancels any command in progress.
EDID: Allows an input to manually capture and learn the EDID information from
one of the outputs.
LOCK: Locks and unlocks the front panel buttons.
ALL: Selects all inputs or all outputs.
ENTER: Momentarily press the ENTER button to confirm a command. Press and
hold the ENTER button for 3 seconds to enter Inquiry Mode.
RECALL: Allows selection and recall of a previously saved preset layout.
Matrix Rear Panel
1. INPUT: Four HDMI® ports for connecting video source devices.
2. IR IN: Five 3.5mm jacks for connecting IR receivers.
3. IR OUT: Five 3.5mm jacks for connecting IR transmitters.
4. OUTPUT: Four sets of RJ45 jacks and HDMI ports for connecting the included
HDBaseT™ receivers and/or four local HDMI displays.
5. AUDIO OUT: Four 3-pin terminal blocks for analog audio output and four coaxial
jacks for separating the digital audio from the HDMI inputs and HDBaseT outputs
using the GUI.
6. RS232: Four 3-pin terminal blocks for connecting RS-232 pass-through devices.
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7. CONTROL: 3-pin terminal block for connecting a computer for RS-232 control, a
3.5mm jack for connecting an IR receiver for matrix control, a micro USB port for
performing firmware updates, and an RJ45 jack for connecting to a network for
TCP/IP control.
8. AC100V-240V: Power jack for connecting the included AC power cord and power
switch for turning the matrix on and off.
9. GROUND: Ground connector.
Receiver Front Panel
1. CTRL/UPDATE: Switch for selecting the behavior of the RS-232 connection. When in
the CTRL position, the RS-232 connection carries the RS-232 pass-through data.
When in the UPDATE A position, you can update the Valens IC by connecting your
PC to the RS-232 connection and running a batch (.bat) file. When in the UPDATE B
position, you can update the compression IC, using the same method as for UPDATE
A.
2. POWER: The LED illuminates red when power is applied.
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Receiver Rear Panel
1. HDMI OUT: HDMI® port for connecting an HDMI display.
2. RS232: 3-pin terminal block for connecting an RS-232 control or pass-through device.
3. IR IN: 3.5mm jack for connecting an IR receiver.
4. IR OUT: 3.5mm jack for connecting an IR transmitter.
5. HDBT IN: RJ45 jack for connecting the Ethernet cable from the matrix.
6. DC 12V: DC barrel connector for connecting an AC power adapter.
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Remote Control
1. POWER: Press the POWER button to turn the matrix
on or to put it into standby mode.
2. LED: The LED flashes when a button is pressed.
3. INPUTS: Buttons for selecting the input source.
4. OUTPUTS: Buttons for selecting the output channel.
5. MENU: Buttons for menu manipulation. The ALL
button selects all inputs or all outputs. The EDID
button enables an input to manually capture and learn
the EDID of an output device. The CLEAR button
cancels a command in progress. Momentarily pressing
the ENTER button accepts the command in progress,
while holding it for 3 seconds enters Inquiry Mode.
Note that the buttons on the remote control correspond directly to the buttons on the front panel and perform the same functions.
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SAMPLE CONNECTION DIAGRAM
IR PASS-THROUGH
The system supports bi-directional IR pass-through, allowing you to control devices on
both the source and destination ends. This section provides several connection and
switching examples to illustrate possible configurations. The kit comes with four IR
receivers and four IR transmitters. Some connections require additional receivers and/or
transmitters, which will need to be obtained separately.
Control Local Input Device From Local
By default, there is a one-to-one relationship between the IR OUT port on the matrix and
the HDMI® input. When you switch an HDMI input, the corresponding IR OUT will be
switched at the same time.
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For example, if HDMI® input 3 is connected to the HDBaseT™ output 4, plug an IR receiver
into the IR IN 4 jack and an IR transmitter into IR OUT 3, as shown in the diagram below.
The same standard applies when you have one HDMI® input connected to multiple
HDBaseT™ outputs. For example, if you have HDMI input 3 connected to HDBaseT output 2,
3, and 4, plug an IR receiver into IR IN 2, IR IN 3, and IR IN 4, then plug an IR transmitter into
IR OUT 3, as shown in the diagram below.
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Control Local Input Device From Remote
The same basic principle applies when controlling the local input device from the remote
location. For example, if you have HDMI® input 3 connected to HDBaseT™ output 4, plug an
IR receiver into the IR IN jack on the receiver, then plug an IR transmitter into IR OUT 3 on
the matrix, as shown in the diagram below.
Similarly, you can control all local input devices by plugging an IR transmitter into the IR
OUT ALL OUT jack on the matrix. In this case, you must have an IR receiver plugged into the
IR IN jack on each of the connected HDBaseT™ receivers, as shown in the diagram below.
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Control Remote Device From Local
You can also control the remote display from the local end. For example, if you have HDMI®
input 3 connected to HDBaseT™ output 3, plug an IR receiver into the IR IN 3 jack on the
matrix, then plug an IR transmitter into the IR OUT jack on the receiver, as shown in the
diagram below.
Similarly, you can control all remote displays by plugging an IR receiver into the IR IN ALL
IN jack on the matrix. In this case, you must have an IR transmitter plugged into the IR OUT
jack on each connected HDBaseT™ receiver, as shown in the diagram below.
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