Xantech HDMI4X4 User Manual

HDMI4X4

USER MANUAL

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CONTENTS

1 Introduction / Product Features / Package Contents

2 Panel Layouts

3 Operational Instructions

4 IR Remote Control Installation

5 EDID Confi guration Guide

6 EDID Modes

7 Resolving IR confl icts

8 RS-232 Control Interface

9 Rack Mount Diagram

10 Specifi cations

INTRODUCTION

The 4X4 HDMI™ Matrix routes high defi nition video in multiple resolutions up to
1080p plus multichannel digital audio from any of the four HDMI™ sources to
the displays. Four outputs gives you the choice of sending high defi nition audio
and video signals up to four displays. Any four sources to any four dislay devices
matrix switching allows for maximum versatility for integrated systems. The 4X4
HDMI Switcher eliminates the need to disconnect and reconnect sources to a
display equipped with one input. It works with Blu-ray players, TiVo systems, HT
PCs, and satellite set top boxes that connect to an HDMI display. Every source is

accessible at all times by any display by selecting it with an IR remote.

Note: Switching is done by using either the RMT-16IR remote control or through
the RS-232 port. The 4X4 HDMI Matrix is rack mountable.

FEATURES

The 4X4 HDMI™ Matrix has the following main features:

Allows any HDMI display to view any source at any time•

Allows any source to be displayed on multiple displays at the same time•

Maintains resolutions up to 1080p, 2k, and 1920x1200•

Maintains highest single link video and digital audio signals possible•

Supports HDCP compliant devices•

DVI to HDMI cables can allow transmission of DVI computer video •

Each source can be switched via IR remote control or through RS-232•

INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE

(1) 4X4 HDMI Matrix Switcher
(4) 6-foot HDMI Cables (M-M)
(1) 24VDC Power Supply
(1) User’s Manual
(1) RMT-16IR Remote Control

(1) Rack Ears

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FRONT PANEL LAYOUT

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OPERATION NOTES

PLEASE READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR

OPERATING THE HDMI4X4 MATRIX SWITCHER

The 4X4 HDMI Matrix is housed in a metal box for better RF shielding.•
The 4X4 HDMI Matrix works with all DVI and HDMI displays.•
The 4X4 HDMI Matrix supports both AUDIO and VIDEO signals.•
The 4X4 HDMI Matrix is fully HDCP compliant.•

VIDEO COMPATIBILITY NOTE

An HDMI source connects to the HDMI4X4 Matrix Switcher with four input
cables and four output cables. Output devices are examined to obtain an
EDID, or a data record of the performance characteristics of the display de­vices. The default behavior of this 4X4 HDMI Matrix is to generate an EDID
based on the common audio and video features of all connected output
display devices. (Please see EDID Mode 6 on Page 5). For example, the
display with the lowest native resolution will set the video resolution for all
connected display devices.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Connect all HDMI/DVI input sources to the HDMI input jacks on the 4X4
HDMI Matrix, using supplied cables (a DVI source may be connected using a
DVI-to-HDMI adapter cable, sold separately). Connect the HDMI/DVI displays
to the HDMI output jacks on the 4X4 HDMI Matrix. Connect the 24VDC power
tip to the 4X4 HDMI Matrix and plug the AC power cord to a free wall socket.
Beautiful, vibrant HD video and multichannel digital audio (if using HDMI) will
now be present at the HD display device.

Controlling the 4X4 HDMI Matrix using the RMT16-IR is done as follows:

Press Buttons To Obtain Switch Behavior

1 to 4 OUTPUT 1: View Source 1, 2, 3, 4

5 to 8 OUTPUT 2: View Source 1, 2, 3, 4

9 to 12 OUTPUT 3: View Source 1, 2, 3, 4

13 to 16 OUTPUT 4: View Source 1, 2, 3, 4

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