Zigen HDBaseT Switches User Manual

Matrix Switching System—User Manual

User Manual

Matrix Switcher

4x4 / 8x8 / 16x16

HX-44 / HX-88 / HX-1616

V.2012 HX-4881616.00

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Before You Begin

 Follow all instructions marked on the device during using.  Do not attempt to maintain the device by yourself, any faults, please contact your

vendor.

 Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.  It is better to keep it in a dry environment.  The system should be installed indoor only. Install either on a sturdy rack or desk in a

well-ventilated place.

 Only use the power cord supported with the device.  Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean the device.  Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.  Unplug the power cord during lightning or after a prolonged period of non-use to avoid

damage to the equipment.

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Table of Contents

1. Matrix System Overview ............................................................................................................ 4

1.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 4

1.2 Packing .............................................................................................................................. 5

1.3 Accessories (Optional) ...................................................................................................... 6

2. Features ....................................................................................................................................... 6

3. Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 8

4. Device Installation ....................................................................................................................... 9

5. Front/Rear Panels ...................................................................................................................... 10

5.1 Front Panel ...................................................................................................................... 10

5.2 Rear Panel ....................................................................................................................... 13

6. Matrix Switcher and Peripherals Connections .......................................................................... 15

6.1 Input/Output Connections ............................................................................................... 18

6.1.1 Output LED .......................................................................................................... 19

6.1.2 Output Cable ........................................................................................................ 19

6.2 IR Pass-through Connection ............................................................................................ 20

6.3 IR EXT Connection ......................................................................................................... 21

6.4 Power Connection ........................................................................................................... 21

6.5 Matrix Switcher Remote Control .................................................................................... 22

6.6 Ports and Switchers ......................................................................................................... 23

6.6.1 RS-232 .................................................................................................................. 23

6.6.2 RS-485 .................................................................................................................. 25

6.6.3 LAN Port .............................................................................................................. 27

6.6.4 DIP Switcher 8 Pins ............................................................................................. 28

6.6.5 DIP Switcher 2 Pins ............................................................................................. 28

6.6.6 Device ID Settings ............................................................................................... 29

7. Matrix Application Software ..................................................................................................... 31

7.1 Software Introduction ...................................................................................................... 31

7.1.1 Software Description ............................................................................................ 31

7.1.2 Software Activation .............................................................................................. 31

7.1.3 Connect Matrix Switcher and PC ......................................................................... 32

7.2 Matrix Configuration ....................................................................................................... 32

7.2.1 Main Operation Interface ..................................................................................... 34

7.2.2 Disconnect Function Key ..................................................................................... 36

7.2.3 Audio Configuration Function ............................................................................. 38

7.2.4 EDID Configuration Function .............................................................................. 41

7.2.5 RS-232 Memory Function .................................................................................... 42

7.2.6 Options Function .................................................................................................. 43

7.2.7 Other Application ................................................................................................. 43

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7.2.8 Communication Protocol/Control Command Code ............................................. 44

7.3 LAN Web Configuration ................................................................................................. 45

7.3.1 Audio Configuration ............................................................................................. 46

7.3.2 Video Configuration ............................................................................................. 47

7.3.3 Device Status Information .................................................................................... 48

7.3.4 Device Output View ............................................................................................. 48

7.3.5 LAN Main Operation ........................................................................................... 49

7.3.6 LAN Memory Function ........................................................................................ 50

7.3.7 LAN IP Function .................................................................................................. 51

7.3.8 Other Application ................................................................................................. 52

8. Operation Examples .................................................................................................................. 53

9. Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 62

Appendix A Matrix Switcher Remote Controller .......................................................................... 64

Appendix B IR Mini-Controller .................................................................................................... 65

Appendix C Firmware Upgrade .................................................................................................... 66

Appendix D RS-232 Communication Protocol ............................................................................. 69

D-1 Host Request .................................................................................................................. 69

D-1.1 Device Byte ......................................................................................................... 69

D-1.2 Request Byte ....................................................................................................... 70

D-1.3 Index Byte ........................................................................................................... 72

D-1.4 Value Byte ........................................................................................................... 73

D-1.5 CRC Byte ............................................................................................................ 74

D-2 Device ACK Packet ....................................................................................................... 75

D-2.1 ACK Type A ........................................................................................................ 75

D-2.2 ACK Type B ........................................................................................................ 76

D-2.3 ACK Type C ........................................................................................................ 77

D-2.4 ACK Type D ........................................................................................................ 78

D-2.5 ACK Type E ........................................................................................................ 79

Appendix E Extender (HX-RW) ................................................................................................... 81

Features ................................................................................................................................. 82

Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 82

Installation ............................................................................................................................. 82

IR Receiver Cable Directions ................................................................................................ 84

IR Blaster Cable Directions ................................................................................................... 84

HDMI Output Connector ...................................................................................................... 84

Wiring Information for Link Connector ................................................................................ 85

Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................................................. 86

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1. Matrix System Overview

1.1 Introduction

ZIGEN HX-44, 88, 1616/HDBT Modular Matrix Routing Switchers are high performance HDMI matrix switchers designed for applications where routing of high resolution digital video signals are required. HX-44, 88, 1616/HDBT Matrix switchers are HDMI 1.4b compatible and supports resolutions up to 4Kx2K/30Hz and HDTV 1080p/60Hz, HX-44, 88, 1616/HDBT also ensures simultaneous distribution of any input source signal to one or more HDCP compliant displays. (All-to-one / one-to-all combination) HX-44, 88, 1616/HDBT matrix switchers are ideal for use in bars, restaurants, commercial, medical, military, government and residential environments where distribution of high resolution, digital video signals are needed and digital pathway is essential for maintaining the highest possible image quality from all sources. HX-44, 88, 1616/HDBT also offers the ability to save (4 for HX-44/HDBT) 8 frequently used I/O configurations as presets. HX-44, 88, 1616/HDBT can be operated via the front panel, RS-232, IR or Ethernet.

Figure 1-1 HX-44 Matrix Switcher

Figure 1-2 HX-88 Matrix Switchers

1.2 Packing

HDMI Matrix Switcher * 1 (HX-44,HX-88 or HX-1616)

RS-232 Communication Connected Cable * 1

Power Cord * 1

IR Receiver Cable * 1

LAN Line * 1

Female 1x5 Pole Captive Screw Socket * 2

Matrix Switcher Remote Controller * 1

AAA Battery * 2

AV Matrix Software CD * 1

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Figure 1-3 HX-1616 Matrix Switchers

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User Manual * 1

Extender (ZIG-HVX-100-R) IR Receiver Cable

1.3 Accessories (Optional)

2. Features

 Support 4x4,8x8 or 16x16 flexible I/O interfaces  Mixed use HDMI cables for input and Cat.5e cables for output connections  Output supports HDBaseT as a long-distance transmission via a 100m Cat.5e cable  HDCP Compliant  EDID management (Copy from each OUT port)  Centralized control upon 32 series connections via RS-485  Memory control up to 8 sets (HX-44 only up to 4 sets)  Support resolution up to 4K x 2K@30Hz (8-bit) or 1080P@60Hz (12-bit)  Support original 3D pass through  Support High Definition Audio (Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD MA)  Fast response time for channel switch  IR pass-through supports all IN and OUT ports  IR pass-through supports all kinds of IR frequency band  IR pass-through supports duplex transmission between IN and OUT ports  IR pass-through switch is based on HDMI switched by controller  Support IR remote control

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 Support IR Mini-Controller to select the input channel through Output configuration  Support RS-232 control  Support RS-485 serial control  Support Ethernet control  Internal universal power supply  1U rack for HX-44 and 2U rack for HX-88 and 3U rack for HX-1616

3. Specifications

Hardware

Input Connector

HX-44: HDMI Type A x 4 HX-88: HDMI Type A x 8 HX-1616: HDMI Type A x 16

Output Connector

HX-44: RJ45 x 4 HX-88: RJ45 x 8 HX-1616: RJ45 x 16

RS-232 Connector

DB9 Female

LAN Connector

RJ45

RS-485 Connector

2 pins Dip Switcher

8 pins Dip Switcher

LCD Module

Power

100VAC~240VAC, 50/60Hz, internal

Housing

Black Aluminum

Mounting

Rack mountable (1U-rack-mount kits for HX-44) (2U-rack-mount kits for HX-88) (3U-rack-mount kits for HX-1616)

Weight

HX-44: 3550g HX-88: 4250g HX-1616: 7500g

Dimensions (LxWxH)

HX-44: 332x482x43mm HX-88: 332x482x87mm HX-1616: 336x482x130mm (Full rack wide without grips)

Multimedia

Max. Resolution

4K x 2K@30Hz (8-bit)

Highest TMDS Frequency

300MHz

Control Information

HDMI Cable Distance

At least 10 meter

Cat.5e Cable Distance

100 meter (Max.)

Baud Rate

9600 bps; 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

Ethernet Protocol

HTTP, DHCP, TCP/IP, ICMP (ping)

Program Control

Web Server, AVM Application

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Serial Control Port

RS-232: 9 Pin Female D Type Connector RS-485: 1X5 Pole Captive Screw

Control Sequence

Matrix

Remote Control

Remote Controller, IR Receiver, IR Blaster

Web Server

LAN, RJ45

4. Device Installation

The Matrix Switcher has a black metallic housing. It can be placed on a sturdy desk directly or installed on a 1U (HX-44), 2U (HX-88) or 3U (HX-1616) 19in bracket. See below:

Figure 4-1 mounts the Device on a Standard Bracket with 1U Rack-mount

(HX-44)

Figure 4-2 mounts the Device on a Standard Bracket with 2U Rack-mount

(HX-88)

Figure 4-3 mounts the Device on a Standard Bracket with 3U Rack-mount

(HX-1616)

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5. Front/Rear Panels

5.1 Front Panel

HX-44 supports up to 4 Output/Input switching keys on the Front Panel allowing you to

switch signal quickly.

Figure 5-1 HX-44 Front Panel for 4 Output/Input Keys

HX-88 supports up to 8 Output/Input switching keys on the Front Panel allowing you to switch signal quickly.

Figure 5-2 HX-88 Front Panel for 8 Output/Input Keys

HX-1616 supports up to 16 Output/Input switching keys on the Front Panel allowing you to switch signal quickly. Also refer to 8.Operation Example about below descriptions.

Figure 5-3 HX-1616 Front Panel for 16 Output/Input Keys

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 OUT1~4, 8 or 16 keys (output channel): Specify the Channel 1~Channel 4, 8 or 16 for

HDMI signal output. These keys configure the status or access the settings; you can also use these keys to switch output channels.

 IN1~4, 8 or 16 keys (input channel): Specify the Channel 1~Channel 4, 8 or 16 for

HDMI signal input. Use these keys to switch the connected input channels or use them to instead of number keys upon memory selections.

 ALL: This key allows user to set single input channel to all output channels. The usage

of “ALL” key is the same as output key.

- Press the “ALL” key.

- Select the one of the IN 1~4, 8 or 16 keys.

- The selected IN x key will transfer the input signal to all output channels.

- You can also press the “ALL” key and then press the “OFF” key to disable all

the displayed switching settings.

 OFF: Disable the entire output channels. Press one of the OUT x keys that want to be

disabled for the output channel, then press the “OFF” key. Likewise, press the “ALL” key and then press the “OFF” key to disable all the displayed switching settings. In addition to switching port menu, press “OFF” key can return to the main screen during implementing in other menu. You can also press “OFF” key to disable the light of LCD screen for saving power.

 EDID: FIX (fix mode) and OUT1 (access the first output channel) selection key.

- FIX mode: The Matrix Switcher supplies a set of fixed EDID values to support up to only 1080P high performance TV.

- OUT1 mode: The Matrix Switcher will access the EDID values of high performance TV that connected to the first output channel, and copy the EDID value to all the input channels so that the DVD player can support to all the HDTV.

 RETURN: Press this key to go back to main screen.  PLUG: Press this key to show you the status of all HDMI Type A or RJ45 jacks on the

rear panel. If the HDMI or RJ45 jack is in HPD (hot plug detect), it will appear “O” on the screen. Alternatively, it will appear “X” specified the HDMI or RJ45 jack is unused.

 INFO: Press this key to show you the Matrix Switcher’s version, ID and IP address.  Press PLUG and INFO keys simultaneously to show you the firmware versions of

modules.

 STO: The “Store Key” saves all current output/input corresponding relations up to 8

sets for a memory control.

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- Press the “STO” key firstly.

- Arrange memory location. (Support up to 8 sets of memories, user can select

the memory location through OUT1~OUT8/IN1~IN8.)

- The relations among all settings will be saved in the memory permanently.

 RCL: The “Retriever Key” retrieves all settings that are saved in the memory.

- Press the “RCL” key firstly.

- Then make a random to select one of output/input channel key 1~8.

- The system will retrieve the saved all status and implement current status

switching if the previously saving channel is selected.

 Press and hold STO and RCL keys simultaneously at least 1 sec. to restore to factory

default values.

 HX-44 Memory control only up to 4 sets  ACTIVE LED: A clear LED indicator designed for reaction by pressing keys on the front

panel and remote controller. Refer to Appendix A Matrix Switcher Remote Controller.

 Only HX-88 / HX-1616.  IR Receiver: Infrared receiver can receive signals from the Matrix Switcher Remote

Controller.

 LCD: LCD display shows current Matrix Switcher status and operation status.  Press any keys on the front panel or controller to enable the light of LCD momentarily.

This function cannot be controlled by RS-232 or LAN.

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5.2 Rear Panel

Figure 5-4 HX-44 Rear Panel for 4 Output/Input Jacks

HX-44 supports up to 4 input jacks (HDMI Type A) and 4 output jacks (RJ45) on the rear panel, each female terminals form the signal input/output jacks. The HX-44 signal input/output terminal channels are numbered as IN1~4/OUT1~4 channels.

Figure 5-5 HX-88 Rear Panel for 8 Output/Input Jacks

HX-88 supports up to 8 input jacks (HDMI Type A) and 8 output jacks (RJ45) on the rear panel, each female terminals form the signal input/output jacks. The HX-88 signal input/output terminal channels are numbered as IN1~8/OUT1~8 channels.

Figure 5-6 HX-1616 Rear Panel for 16 Output/Input Jacks

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Pin #

Signal

Pin #

Signal

TMDS Data2+

TMDS Clock Shield

TMDS Data2 Shield

TMDS Clock-

TMDS Data2-

CEC (NC on device)

The HX-1616 supports up to 16 input jacks (HDMI Type A) and 16 output jacks (RJ45) on the rear panel, each female terminals form the signal input/output jacks. The HX-1616 signal input/output terminal channels are numbered as IN1~16/OUT1~16 channels. The input terminal channels supply you to connect to different equipment including Blu-ray/DVD players, graphics workstations, and number displays. The output jacks allow you to connect to extensible accessory devices for over long connections with terminals just like projectors, video recorders, displays and multiplexers and so on.

 Power Port: The Power Port is applicable for 100~240VAC, 50~60Hz connected to the

outlet of power source. Refer to 6.4 Power Connection.

 Power Switch: To switch power ON or OFF the Matrix Switcher.  RS-232: Use a 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect both computer serial port (COM1 or

COM2) and Matrix Switcher RS-232 communication port, refer to 6.6.1 RS-232. The computer then can be deployed to control the Matrix Switcher after installing of application software. Refer to 7.1 Software Introduction for a software control or

Appendix D RS-232 Communication Protocol for an individual configuration.

 RS-485: Connection ports allow you to connect/control more than one Matrix product,

refer to 6.6.2 RS-485.

 LAN Port: Use the RJ45 connection cable to connect the Internet and the Matrix

Switcher. The entire PCs at the same network can control the Matrix Switcher through the LAN port. Refer to 6.6.3 LAN Port.

 Switchers: Matrix Switcher supports 8 pins DIP and 2 pins DIP switchers for

connected configurations. For more information, refer to 6.6 Ports and Switchers.

- Pin 1~Pin5: ID

- Pin 6: Master/Slave

- Pin 7: RS-232/LAN

- Pin 8: IP RESET

 IR EXT: This is used to connect the IR Receiver Cable for the Matrix Switcher Remote

Controller. Refer to 6.3 IR EXT Connection.

 INPUT1~4, 8 or 16: Matrix Switcher Input jacks are connected to the Blu-ray players,

DVD players, STBs or other source devices.

HDMI Type A: Pin Definitions:

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TMDS Data1+

Utility (NC on device)

TMDS Data1 Shield

DDC-SCL

TMDS Data1-

DDC-SDA

TMDS Data0+

DDC-Ground

TMDS Data0 Shield

+5V Power

TMDS Data0-

Hot Plug Detect

TMDS Clock+

 OUTPUT1~4, 8 or 16: Matrix Switcher Output jacks are connected to extensible

accessory devices (HVX-100-R) for HDTVs, projectors or other sink devices connection.

 OUTPUT1~8 or 16 RJ45 jacks are only used for extender (HVX-100-R) connection.  IR Tx1~4, 8 or 16 Ports: Used to connect to the IR Blaster Cable for IR pass-through.

IR Emitter:

 IR Rx1~8 or 16 Ports: Used to connect to the IR Receiver Cable for IR pass-through.

IR Receiver Pin Definitions:

6. Matrix Switcher and Peripherals Connections

Figure 6-1 HX-44 Connections

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Figure 6-2 HX-88 Connections

Figure 6-3 HX-1616 Connections

The HX-44/HX-88/HX-1616 supports up to 2/4/8 I/O modules for reparation or upgrade. Each module can be configured individually based on module number. You can search these module numbers by pressing PLUG and INFO keys simultaneously when you want to upgrade firmware version.

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Figure 6-4 Modules Deployment

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6.1 Input/Output Connections

Use the HDMI connecting cable to connect the Input serial jack (No.1 ~ No. 4, 8 or 16) to the HDMI jack of the Blu-ray/DVD player/graphics workstations/number displays. Use the Cat.5e cable to connect the output RJ45 jack (No.1 ~ No. 4, 8 or 16) to the RJ45 jack of extenders (HVX-100-R). Through the extender (HVX-100-R), you can extend the connection of HDTVs, projector, video recorder, displayer or multiplexer to your Matrix Switcher.

Figure 6-5 Input Connections

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* The left of RJ45 output jack is specified for HDCP LED (Yellow). * The right of RJ45 output jack is specified for LINK LED (Green).

 The LED indicators are only designed for the Output – RJ45 jack of Matrix Switcher.

LED

Off

Blink

LINK

(Green)

No Link

Low Power Mode

HDBaseT Link

HDCP

(Yellow)

No HDMI Signals

No Encryption

HDCP Encryption

Figure 6-6 Output Connections

6.1.1 Output LED

This Matrix Switcher supports HDBaseT output for a long distance signal transmission. Output connector is RJ45 jack with two LED indicators. The LED indicators show you the status of output transmission.

LED Indicators:

6.1.2 Output Cable

HDBaseT was designed to provide Full HD performance up to 100 meters of Cat.5e or superior cables. In a typical installation, the cable is stretched to its full length between the HDBaseT Transmitter device and the HDBaseT Receiver device. However sometimes, especially, in demonstrations or in a lab environment, the cable is rolled randomly in small turns for convenience. The randomly rolled UTP cable suffers additional signal impairments (compared to straight cable) and therefore the maximal operating reach might be reduced. When a Cat.5e cable is randomly rolled, it is recommended to limit its length to approximate 50 meters. Rolling a Cat.5e cable around a 70cm fixed diameter plastic drum has just a minor effect on the FEXT (Far End Cross Talk) when compared to a fully stretched cable.

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6.2 IR Pass-through Connection

The Matrix Switcher provides an IR Receiver Cable and IR Blaster Cable accessories for IR pass-through. IR Receiver Cable can be connected to IR Rx ports or IR EXT on the rear panel. On the other hand, IR Blaster Cable can be connected to IR TX ports on the rear panel.

- Support you an IR channel to control the player from TV or control the TV from player.

- Support all kinds of IR frequency band

- IR pass-through switch is based on HDMI switched

Figure 6-7 IR Extended Aiming – Multimedia

 The Output - IR Tx/Rx are designed on the Extender (HX-100-R). IR OUT is specified

for IR TX; alternatively, IR1 IN and IR2 IN are specified for IR Rx. Refer to Appendix E

Extender (HVX-100-R).

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6.3 IR EXT Connection

The Matrix Switcher provides an IR Receiver Cable for more convenient to react to the Matrix Switcher Remote Controller. If it is difficult for you to aim at IR Receiver on the front panel due to the location of Matrix switcher, please connect IR Receiver Cable to the IR EXT port located on the rear panel for optional position.

Figure 6-8 IR EXT Connection

6.4 Power Connection

Use the included power cord to connect from the power port on the rear panel of Matrix Switcher to the outlet.

Figure 6-9 Power Connection

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6.5 Matrix Switcher Remote Control

Use the RS-232 connecting cable to connect the computer serial communication port (COM1 or COM2) to the RS-232 communication port of the Matrix Switcher. The computer can then be used to control the Matrix Switcher after installing of application software. Aside from using the front panel keys for switching operation, you are also permitted to use the RS-232 connection port for remote operation.

Figure 6-10 RS-232 and Control PC connection

Matrix Switcher also supports a LAN port allows you to control all the series connection devices through PC Browser.

Figure 6-11 LAN port and Control PC Connection

 Matrix Switcher supports RS-232 and RS-485 on the rear panel for a remote control

and allows you to operate settings via the keys located on the front panel.

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Pin No.

Abbreviation

Description

N/u

Null

TXD

Send

RXD

Receive

N/u

Null

GND

Ground

N/u

Null

N/u

Null

N/u

Null

N/u

Null

6.6 Ports and Switchers

The Matrix Switcher provides standard RS-232 and RS-485 serial communication ports. Beside the front panel for key switching operation, you can also use the RS-232 or RS-485 serial communication port to carry out remote operation.

6.6.1 RS-232

The RS-232 Pin functions are described as below:

 The Matrix RS-232 port is defined by DCE.

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Figure 6-12 (a) RS-232 – From Female DB9 (PC) to Male DB9 (Matrix)

Figure 6-12 (b) RS-232 – From Female DB9 (PC) to Male DB9 (Matrix)

Figure 6-13 RS-232 – From Female DB25 (PC) to Male DB9 (Matrix)

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6.6.2 RS-485

RS-485 is a standard defining the electrical characteristics of drivers and receivers for use in balanced digital multipoint systems. Digital communications networks implementing the RS-485 standard can be used effectively over long distances and in electrically noisy environments. This Matrix Switcher supports up to two RS-485 ports allows you to control more than one Matrix Switcher. If the master device is specified for LAN, it allows you to control all the series devices with web browser. Remember all the ID of each device upon series connection has to be uniquely.

Figure 6-14 RS-485 Connection for HX-44

Figure 6-15 RS-485 Connection for HX-88

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Figure 6-16 RS-485 Connection for HX-1616

Figure 6-17 RS-485 Connection for HX-88 and HX-1616

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