Tekvox MODULAR1616 User Manual

MODULAR1616

Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16

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Revised April 6

nd

, 2015

Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16

Preface

Read this user manual carefully before using this product. Pictures shown in this
manual are for reference only. Different model and specifications are subject to real
product.

This manual is only for operation instruction only, not for any maintenance usage. The
functions described in this version are recent as of January 2015. Any changes to
functions and parameters since then will be updated separately. Please refer to your
dealer for the latest details.

Trademarks

Product model and logo are trademarks. Any other trademarks mentioned in this
manual are acknowledged as the properties of the trademark owner. No part of this
publication may be copied or reproduced without prior written consent.

FCC Statement

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. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial
installation.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in
which case the user at their own expense will be required to take whatever measures
may be necessary to correct the interference.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacture will void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To insure the best from the product, please read all instructions carefully before using
the device. Save this manual for further reference.

 Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for

potential future shipment

 Follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury

to persons.

 Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module. It may result in an electrical

shock or burn.

 Using supplies or parts not meeting the products’ specifications may cause damage,

deterioration, or malfunction.

 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

 To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or install this

product near water.

 Do not put any heavy items on the extension cable in case of extrusion.

 Do not remove the housing of the device as opening or removing housing may

expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

 Install the device in a place with fine ventilation to avoid damage caused by

overheat.

 Keep the module away from liquids.

 Spillage into the housing may result in fire, electrical shock, or equipment damage. If

an object or liquid falls or spills on to the housing, unplug the module immediately.

 Do not twist or pull by force ends of the optical cable. It can cause malfunction.

 Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to

the device before cleaning.

 Unplug the power cord when left unused for a long period of time.

 Information on disposal for scrapped devices: do not burn or mix with general

household waste, please treat them as normal electrical wastes.

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction ................................................................................................................. 3

1.1. About Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 .............................................................. 3

1.2. Features ........................................................................................................... 3

1.2.1. Modular Matrix Switcher changeable cards ............................................ 4

1.3 Package List ...................................................................................................... 4

2. Panel Description ........................................................................................................ 5

2.1. Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 ........................................................................ 5

2.1.1. Front Panel ............................................................................................. 5

2.1.2. Rear Panel.............................................................................................. 6

2.2. Changeable Cards ............................................................................................ 6

2.2.1. 4I-DS& 4O-DS ........................................................................................ 6

2.2.2. 4I-VA ....................................................................................................... 8

2.2.3. 4I-SD & 4O-SD ....................................................................................... 9

2.2.4. 4I-HD-4K & 4O-HD-4K ......................................................................... 10

2.2.5. 4I-UF & 4O-UF ..................................................................................... 11

2.2.6. 4I-BT-4K & 4O-BT-4K ........................................................................... 12

3. System Connection ................................................................................................... 13

3.1. Usage Precautions ......................................................................................... 13

3.2. Connection Diagram ....................................................................................... 14

3.3. Application ...................................................................................................... 14

4. Control Operations .................................................................................................... 14

4.1. Front Panel Button control .............................................................................. 14

4.2. IR Remote control ........................................................................................... 15

4.3. RS232 Control ................................................................................................ 17

4.3.1. Connection of RS232 Communication Port .......................................... 17

4.3.2. TCP/IP and RS232 Communication Commands .................................. 17

4.4. TCP/IP Control (Optional) ............................................................................... 24

4.4.1. Control Modes ...................................................................................... 24

4.4.2. TCP/IP Settings .................................................................................... 25

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5. Specification ............................................................................................................. 27

5.1. Main Unit ........................................................................................................ 27

5.2. Changeable Cards .......................................................................................... 27

5.2.1. 4I-DS & 4O-DS ..................................................................................... 27

5.2.2. 4I-VA ..................................................................................................... 28

5.2.3. 4I-SD & 4O-SD ..................................................................................... 29

5.2.4. 4I-HD-4K & 4O-HD-4K ......................................................................... 30

5.2.5. 4I-UF & 4O-UF ..................................................................................... 31

5.2.6. 4I-BT-4K & 4O-BT-4K ........................................................................... 32

6. Troubleshooting & Maintenance ............................................................................... 33

7. After-sales Service .................................................................................................... 35

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1. Introduction

1.1. About Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16

Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 is a high-performance video and audio modular matrix
switcher supporting max 16 input signal sources and 16 output display synchronously.
It supports different video signals with cross switching. Every video or audio signal is
transmitted and switched independently to decrease signal attenuation. The Modular
Matrix Switcher 16x16 supports various changeable cards including HMDI, DVI, VGA,
SDI, and HDBaseT etc., and all the cards support hot plug & play. Users can choose to
insert different signal cards for different applications.

The Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 has a power fail memory function and audio can
break away from or follow the video to switch. It has RS232 port for serial control and
optional IP port for TCP/IP control, can be easily controlled by third-part devices.

With its flexible design, Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 can be used for different
project and tend to be an all-in-one solution. It is the combo solution for multimedia
conference rooms, control rooms, broadcasting rooms, shopping center etc. It will
handle all the audiovisual management, including the switching, driving, scaling, etc.

1.2. Features

 Modular chassis with configurable I/O slots, ranging from 4x4 to 16x16.
 Various I/O cards, includes HDMI, HDBaseT, SD/HD/3G-SDI, DVI, and VGA cards

(Compatible with YUV, YC & CVBS.) to configure any matrix.

 True cross-point switching from any input to any output, regardless of signal

format.

 Support HDMI1.4a, and 3D.
 Integrated HDBaseT technology.
 Controllable via button, RS232, and optional TCP/IP. It is also compatible with 3rd

party control.

 HDCP compliant.
 LCD display.

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1.2.1. Modular Matrix Switcher changeable cards

To meet different situation and users, the Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 cards are
classified into the following models:

Input Cards

Spec
Models

TEKVOX

Part #

Inputs

Signal Format

4I-HD-4K

79110

4 + Stereo Audio

HDMI & 3 Pin

Phoenix

4I-DS

79112

4

DVI, HDMI, VGA, AV,

YPbPr

4I-VA

79113

4 + Stereo Audio

VGA, AV, YPbPr

4I-SD

79114

4 inputs + LOOP

SDI

4I-UF 4

Optical Fiber

4I-BT-4K

79111

4

HDBT, RS232, Audio

Output Cards

Spec

Models

TEKVOX

Part #

Outputs

Signal Format

4O-DS

79122 4 DVI

4O-VA

79123

4 + Stereo Audio

VGA, analog audio

4O-SD

79124

4 Dual outputs

SDI

4O-HD-4K

79120

4 + Stereo Audio

HDMI & 3 Pin

Phoenix

4O-UF 4

Optical Fiber

4O-BT-4K

79121

4 + Stereo Audio

HDBT, RS232, Audio

1.3 Package List

 1 x Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16
 1 x RS232 cable
 4 x Plastic cushions
 1 x IR remote (The cell battery is not included)
 1 x Power Cord
 1 x User manual

Notes: Please confirm if the product and the accessories are all included. If not,

please contact your dealer.

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2. Panel Description

2.1. Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16

2.1.1. Front Panel

Figure 2- 1 Front Panel of the Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16

No.

Name

Description



IR

IR sensor, receive IR signal sent from IR remote



Power

indicator

Illuminate red once powered on



LCD

screen

Display real-time operation status



INPUTS

Buttons for input channels with green back-light indicating, ranges
from 0 - 9, 16 selectable channels in total.



OUTPUTS

Buttons for output channels with green back-light indicating,
ranges from 0 - 9, 16 selectable channels in total.



MENU

AV: Switches video and audio signals synchronously

Division button, to divide the output channels when switching to
more than one channel.

UNDO: Resumes to the status before the previous command

ENTER: Confirm switching operation. Operation will not be

executed by the matrix without confirmation.

ALL: Selects input to all output channels

THROUGH: Transfers the signals directly to the corresponding

output channels.

: Backspace button, to backspace the latest input button.

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2.1.2. Rear Panel

Figure 2- 2 Rear Panel of Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16

No.

Name

Description



INPUTS

Input signal card slots, 4 in total



OUTPUTS

Output signal card slots, 4 in total



Power
switch

Switch between AC110V and AC230V to access different power



TCP/IP

(Optional) Used for TCP/IP control port



RS232

Serial control port; connect with RS232 port of control device.



Power

ports

Connects with household alternating current power, including one
redundant power.

Note: There are only 4 input and 4 output slots for the Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16,
which enables only 4 input cards and 4 output cards to be installed on Modular Matrix
Switcher 16x16. The input/output cards can be changed based on your requests and
supports hot plug and play.

2.2. Changeable Cards

The Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 supports expansion through various changeable
input/ output cards of different signals including DVI, HDMI, VGA, twisted pair, SDI etc.
Below is a brief introduction to the changeable cards.

2.2.1. 4I-DS& 4O-DS

Seamless DVI signal card. (Please check the specification from 5.2.1)

This input card is fully compatible with HDMI1.3 and HDCP 1.2, and supports
seamless transmission for high-definition DVI, HDMI, VGA, AV, and YPbPr signals. It
can automatically identify the format of the input signal. The DVI cards support
embedded the EDID management technology with supporting DDC.

The output card supports adjustable output resolutions.

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4I-DS 79112: is a seamless input card with four inputs. Each input signal type and

resolution can be adjusted by control commands. The card does not support
embedded audio.

4O-DS 79122: Seamless output card with four outputs. The output signal is HDCP
compliant. Outputs do not support audio extraction.

Note: Output resolution for the 4O-DS are adjustable by control commands with the
following resolutions: 1024x768, 1280x720, 1600x1200, 1920x1080, and 1920x1200.

Pin Layout of the DVI-I connector (Dual-Link). (Female)

PIN

Function

PIN

Function

1

T.M.D.S.Data2-

13

T.M.D.S.Data3+

2

T.M.D.S.Data2+

14

+5V Power

3

T.M.D.S. Data 2/4 Shield

15

Ground (return for +5V,
Hsync and Vsync)

4

T.M.D.S. Data 4-

16

Hot Plug Detect

5

T.M.D.S. Data 4+

17

T.M.D.S. Data 0-

6

DDC Clock

18

T.M.D.S. Data 0+

7

DDC Data

19

T.M.D.S. Data 0/5 Shield

8

Analog Vertical Sync

20

T.M.D.S.Data5-

9

T.M.D.S.Data1-

21

T.M.D.S.Data5+

10

T.M.D.S.Data1+

22

T.M.D.S. Clock Shield

11

T.M.D.S.Data1/3 Shield

23

T.M.D. S. Clock +

12

T.M.D.S.Data3-

24

T.M.D.S .Clock-

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2.2.2. 4I-VA

VGA signal card with audio. (Please check the specification from 5.2.2)
Supports input types: RGBHV, RGsB, RGBS, RsGsBs, YUV, YC and Composite video.
All inputs are scaled to 1080p.

4I-VA: Four input multi-format VGA card with audio.

Pin layout of the VGA connectors (female):

Pin Number

Signal Name

Pin Number

Signal Name

Pin 1

RED

Pin 9

KEY/PWR

Pin 2

GREEN

Pin 10

GND

Pin 3

BLUE

Pin 11

ID0/RES

Pin 4

ID2/RES

Pin 12

ID1/SDA

Pin 5

GND

Pin 13

HSync

Pin 6

RED_RTN

Pin 14

VSync

Pin 7

GREEN_RTN

Pin 15

ID3/SCL

Pin 8

BLUE_RTN

Connect the devices via VGA converting cable as shown below:

 Connect with Component Video (YPbPr) Source

 Connect with Composite Video (C-VIDEO) Source

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4O-VG: Output card with a maximum of 4 VGA output signals and 4 stereo audio

outputs. The output video signal comes from the 4I-VG or other types of input cards,
and output audio signal from the audio of the input signal.

2.2.3. 4I-SD & 4O-SD

SDI signal card. (Please check the specification from 5.2.3)
This card is compatible with different SDI signal formats, including SD/HD/3G-SDI
(adaptive)
Every port has loop output for local monitoring.

4I-SD 79051: Four input SDI Input card with loop out. The input signal can pass to an
output device through 4O-SD or other types of output cards.

4O-SD 79124: SDI output card with four output SDI connection including a mirror out
for each output.

The BNC connector is shown as the figure below.

Sleeve

( )

Tip (+)

BNC Connector