HDBaseT 4x4 HDMI Matrix over CAT5e/6/7 with RS-232, IR, TCP/IP,Ethernet

Introduction

The HD BaseT 4x4 HDMI Matrix with simultaneous CAT5e/6/7 and HDMI outputs connects four HDMI sources to eight displays. This matrix features four HDMI outputs and each HDMI output is mirrored to provide a CAT-Cable output which runs simultaneously. It supports the transmission of video (resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and 4Kx2K@30Hz) and supports high resolution digital audio formats such as LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD Master Audio.Connect a HD BaseT Receiver to each of the CAT-Cable outputs to extend the HDMI signal up to 328ft/100m (100m Version) or 230ft/70m(70m version)for multi-room connectivity. It works with Blu-Ray players, Set-Top boxes, Home Theater PCs, and game consoles that connect to an HDMI display. Any source is accessible at all times by any display by selecting it via the supplied IR Remote Control, RS-232, TCP/IP or by using the selection buttons on the front panel. This device supports High Definition Audio, and 3D signal compatibility.

Features

•  HDMI1.4, HDCP 1.4 and DVI1.0 compliant

•  Supports HDMI 3D pass-through

• Supports resolutions from VGA~WUXGA and HD resolutions from 480i~1080p~4Kx2K@30 dependent upon the EDID settings

•  Supports transmission distances up to 328ft/100m (100m Version) or 230ft/70m(70m version) through CAT5e/6/7 cable

•  Support POE fuction

•  Supports simultaneous HDMI and CAT outputs

•  Supports wideband IR(30-60Khz) matrix system, IR transport channel can be forward or backward

•  Supports RS-232, remote control, on-panel control and TCP/IP Control

•  Supports smart EDID management

•  Supports LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD Master Audio transmission

Specifications

Video Bandwidth                       297MHz[10.2Gbps]

Support Video Resolution         480i,576i,480p,576p,720p,1080i,1080p24/30/50/60.4Kx2K@30;

Input Ports                                4×HDMI, 5×IR Receiver, 1×RS-232,1xRJ-45(Control),4x RS232

Output Ports                             4×CAT5e/6/7, 4×IR Blaster, 4×HDMI

HDMI connector                        Type A 19 pin female

RJ-45 connector                       WE/SS 8P8C 

3.5mm connector                      (TX and RX) IR Receiver/IR Blaster

ESD Protection                         Human-body Model: ± 8kV (Air-gap discharge)

                                                                                  ± 4kV (Contact discharge)

Power Supply                          12 V/5 A DC (US/EU standards,CE/FCC/UL certified)

Dimensions                              440 mm (W)×200 mm (D)×45 mm (H)

Weight                                     1820 g

Chassis Material                       Metal

Silkscreen Color                       Black

Operating Temperature           0 ºC~40 ºC/32 ºF~104 ºF

Storage Temperature              −20 ºC~60 ºC/−4 ºF~140 ºF

Relative Humidity                     20~90 % RH (non-condensing)

Power Consumption                30 W(max)/0.5w(Standby)

Operation controls and Functions
Front Panel

Part 1. LCM:       Displays the information of each input and output setting and EDID management .

Part 2.  IR:       IR Receiver window (accepts the remote control signal of this device only).

         POWER: Press this button to power the device on/off. The LED will illuminate green when the power is on, red when it is in 'Standby' mode.

         LOCK:  Press this button to lock all the buttons on the panel, press again to unlock.

Part 3. OUTPUT/INPUT: Press the OUTPUT and INPUT button to select the output corresponding input.

              For example: Press OUPUT ALL>INPUT 1, The OUTPUT A,B,C,D will be set to INPUT 1.

              Press PTP button, The OUTPUT A,B,C,D will corresponding INPUT 1,2,3,4.

Part 4. EDID: Smart EDID management,the LCM will display the EDID operation.

              Press the MENU button will enter the EDID management window, press UP or DOWN button to select the needed EDID settting, press ENTER button to select the download input source.it can easy download any EDID mode to any input source.

 Note: The EDID mode table     

EDID. What is it and what is it used for?

Under normal circumstances, a source device (digital and analog) will require information about a connected device/display to assess what resolutions and features are available. The source can then cater its output to send only resolutions and features that are compatible with the attached device/display. This information is called EDID (Extended Display Information Data)

and a source device can only accept and read one EDID from a connected device/display. Likewise, the source an only output one resolution for use by a connected device/display.

Why is EDID so important with the HDMI Matrix ?

The Matrix is complex piece of technology that replicates and switches between multiple inputs and outputs. Each connected source device will require one EDID to read. EDID management is carefully handled by HDMI Matrix to provide a single EDID for each source to read.

What options do I have to manage the EDID in the HDMI Matrix ?

First, it is important to note that each source device can only output one video/audio signal type. This includes resolutions and timings. When multiple devices/displays are used, such as with the HDMI Matrix, it is important to use devices/displays that have similar or compatible resolutions/features. This will ensure that the single video/audio signal produced by the source device is accepted by all of the connected output devices/displays.The user has the option, through the EDID management window, to choose how the unit will manage the EDID from multiple HDMI devices/displays. Therefore the user has some control over the resolutions/features that the source devices will output. The HDMI Matrix for has a multiple EDID management modes that will control how the EDID information from multiple devices/displays are combined, ignored, and routed.

Rear Panel

Part 1: PC CONTROL

  TCP/IP: This port is the link for TCP/IP controls, connect to an active Ethernet link with an RJ45 terminated cable.

  RS232: Connect to a PC or control system with D-Sub 9-pin cable for the transmission of RS-232 commands.

Part2: IR Channel

  IR EXT: if the panel sensor is obstructed or the unit is installed in a closed area out of infrared line of sight,the IR RX receiver included can be inserted into the IR EXT port at the rear to extend the IR sensor range and enable local control of the matrix.

  IR IN/OUT: Super IR control system interface. for further details, please refer to the Super IR system control introduction.

Part3: HDMI INPUT

   Connect to the HDMI input source devices such as a DVD player or a Set-top Box with HDMI cable.

Part4: OUTPUT

   The HDMI OUTPUT connect to HDMI equipped TVs or monitors and the HDBT OUTPUT connect to the HDBT Receiver. The coaxial and analog audio output connect to the audio amplifier. The TX and RX for RS232 communication with the HDBT Receiver TX and RX.

Part5: DC and POE POWER INPUT

Plug the 12V/5A DC power supply into the DC12V and 12V/POE port for matrix power and HDBT Receiver power in.

Remote Control

1. Press this button to power on the matrix or set it to standby mode.

2.Press these button to select output A,B,C,D for input 1,2,3,4 port.

IR Control system (IR Call-back of Matrix and Source Devices)

The matrix is not only a switcher and extender of multiple HDMI signals to multiple HDMI receivers located remotely, it also passes IR control signals through the IR call-back system to the matrix and HDMI sources for full, independent control of all connected inputs from output locations.

Two-way IR Call-back Between matrix, Sources and Displays from Multiple Locations

A key feature on the matrix is discrete IR control of the matrix, sources and displays from any location – so inputs at the matrix end can be controlled at a display location and displays can be controlled at the matrix location. This is accomplished by placing a series of IR Emitters on devices to control and IR Receivers at all locations you wish to control from to enable the IR signal to travel both ways via the single Cat5e/6/7 cable.

HDBT Receiver

1.      RS232 Port: communiate with 4x4 Matrix RS232 port.

2.      IR IN: Connect to the IR Receiver for IR signal reception. Ensure that remote being used is within the direct line-of-sight of the IR receiver.

3.      IR OUT: Connect the IR Blaster cable included in the package for IR signal transmission. Pace the IR blaster in direct line-of-sight of the equipment to be controlled.

4.      HD BaseT IN: Standard HDBaseT signal input port.

5.      DC IN: Plug the 12V DC power supply into the unit.

6.      LINK LED: This red LED illuminate when the Transmitter and Receiver is connected with CAT5e/6/7 cable.

7.      Data LED: This red LED illuminate when the HD BaseT signal is normal.

8.      HDMI OUT: HDMI Output port.

9.      HDMI OUT LED: This red LED illuminate when the HDMI OUT connect to the HDTV.

10.  Update: For software update.

Operate and Connect

1.  Connect up to 4 sources such as a Blu-Ray Player, game console, A/V Receiver, Cable or Satellite Receiver, etc. to the HDMI inputs on the unit. Do not hotplug! Insert and extract cables carefully with the power switch off. Connecting and disconnecting while the unit is powered can result in damage to circuitry.

2.  Connect the output HDBT ports and/or HDMI output ports, starting with output 1, to the HDBT Receiver display receivers (sold separately) (using well terminated or pre-terminated Cat5e/6/7 cables no longer than 328 ft)

3.  If utilizing UTP, connect the output HDMI ports of the HDBT Receiver display receivers (sold separately) to high-definition displays such as an HDTV or HD projector that use HDMI inputs. Note that high-speed HDMI cables are recommended for the distances that are required for each connection.

4.  Plug in IR transmitters to the back of the Matrix Selector Switcher unit (IR TX), the transmitters are labeled IR TX, place in front of the IR receiver of the source, ensure that each emitter is placed in front of the IR receiver eye. Double-sided adhesive tape provided.

5.  Plug in IR receivers to the port of the HDBT Receiver display receivers (sold separately) ,the receivers are labeled IR RX, use provided double-sided adhesive tape to stick emitters at each display at a desired place that will receive a remote signal.

6.  For power, plug in the source first, followed by the Matrix (power supply included), followed by the display receivers, followed by each output connected.

7.  Power on each device in the same sequence.

Package

l         HD BaseT 4x4 HDMI Matrix         1pc

l         HD BaseT Receiver                 4pcs

l         12V/5A DC power adaptor           2pcs

l         Operation Manual                  1pc

l         Wideband IR Tx calbe               4pcs

l         Wideband IR Rx cable              5pcs

l         HDMI Matrix IR Remote            1pc

l         Mounting ears                     2pcs

l         RS232 cable                      1pc

    Shenzhen HDCVT Technology Co., Ltd. was established in 2008. We are a high-tech video and HDMI product manufacturer in Shenzhen, China. With over 7 years of business, we have become a leading high top standard supplier of video switcher products and all kinds of AV-VGA, Video Converters and others. Our customers always satisfy you with our high quality goods and the best service.

Contact Person: Tina Wang (tinaw at hdcvt.com)