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4x2 HDBaseT Hybrid Matrix
with SingleWire HDBaseT® Technology
Watch. Control. Enjoy.
HDanywhere™ from HD Connectivity
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Connect up to 4 x HDMI sources (Satellite/Cable HD Receivers, Blu-Ray players, Media Servers, Games
Consoles, CCTV etc) and realise the potential of full HD 1080p High Definition picture and sound quality on up
to 2 x HDTVs around the home.
Please read this manual fully before attempting to set-up your
HDanywhere system.
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  • Page 1 4x2 HDBaseT Hybrid Matrix with SingleWire HDBaseT® Technology Watch. Control. Enjoy. HDanywhere™ from HD Connectivity follow @HDConnectivity on Twitter HDanywhere on Facebook Connect up to 4 x HDMI sources (Satellite/Cable HD Receivers, Blu-Ray players, Media Servers, Games Consoles, CCTV etc) and realise the potential of full HD 1080p High Definition picture and sound quality on up to 2 x HDTVs around the home.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 4x2 HDBaseT Hybrid Matrix Contents pg.3 Introduction pg.4 Out the box pg.5 Package Contents System Features Before you start pg.6 HDBaseT Wiring Guidance What is the best type of cable to use? Shielded cables Best Practice HDBaseT with patch panels & wall plates Connection termination pg.7 Disable “CEC”...
  • Page 3 One-Year Replacement Warranty & Guarantee pg.21 Warranty Details Got an idea on how we can improve our manuals? pg.22...
  • Page 4: 4X2 Hdbaset Hybrid Matrix

    Introduction Good decision! Soon you will be enjoying the superior experience of high definition entertainment on two TVs in your home. Our aim is to offer the best experience to our customers. As such we are always looking to improve our products, service and support, so if you have any suggestions on how we could do that, please email improve@hdconnectivity.com Chris Pinder...
  • Page 5: Out The Box

    Out the box The package contains all of the necessary components for a full install. Package Contents Matrix central hub unit DC48V/500mA central hub power supply, figure8 lead + in-line pack Multiroom+PoE Display Receiver module (no power supply required) Matrix IR remote control 4 x IR TX cables (IR emitter/blaster) 1 x IR over HDMI Receiver dongle 3 x IR RX ‘magic eye’...
  • Page 6: Before You Start

    HDBaseT Wiring Guidance HDanywhere Multiroom+ PoE SingleWire systems require a single network cable to be run from each HDTV location, back to a central location. ‘SingleWire‘ systems use HDBaseT technology to transmit over 1 x Cat5e/6/7 cable up to a 100 metre distance.
  • Page 7: Connection Termination

    Connection termination Terminate the cabling using RJ45 connectors to the 568B wiring standard (shown below). IMPORTANT: Local building regulations may apply to the installation of cabling in properties. Please ensure that these are checked and followed in accordance with the laws of your territory. Disable “CEC”...
  • Page 8: Central Hub

    Central Hub The central hub is the heart of the HDanywhere system. Front Panel ● Power on / off switch ● Source IR emitter cable connection ports (to control source 1-2-3-4) ● Forward IR cable connection ports (to send IR to TV receiver 1-2-3-4) ●...
  • Page 9: Tv Receiver

    TV Receiver Front Panel 1. HDCP indictor light – shows whether a handshake between that display and source has been authenticated 2. Link indicator light – confirms the TV receiver is connected to the hub 3. Mode indicator light – if flashing all is correct 4.
  • Page 10: First Time Setup

    First time setup Your HDanywhere™ system is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. Please note that the HDanywhere™ product warranty does not cover damage due to electrical disturbances. If possible safeguard your equipment by connecting all provided power supplies to an electrical surge suppressor / line conditioner.
  • Page 11: Ir Setup

    TV2 - HDBaseT Receiver TV In order to use any of your source device remotes, the HDanywhere system remote or a universal remote at the TV Receiver locations, ensure that the IR RX cable receiver eye is connected to the 3.5mm jack port (labelled IR RX) on the TV Receiver and positioned in sight of where you would usually like to point your remote control(s).
  • Page 12: High Speed Internet Connectivity

    Internet. To enable the high speed internet connectivity function of the HDanywhere system, simply connect one of the Ethernet output ports of your broadband router to the LAN input port on the central hub. Once connected the 10/100 Ethernet ports on the TV Receiver will become active with that network connection.
  • Page 13: Powering Your System On For The First Time

    Power Consumption The HDanywhere system is designed to be powered on constantly, using low power consumption. In some cases when the system has been powered off fully at the mains for over 15 minutes, the process above may...
  • Page 14: Completing Your Set-Up

    Completing your set-up After completing the process above, all HDTVs should be displaying the selected HDMI source device video and audio.
  • Page 15: Audio Outputs

    Audio Outputs The Hybrid matrix has separate digital and analogue audio outputs so the HDMI audio can also be enjoyed via older sound systems. The audio track routed via the separate audio outputs corresponds with what HDMI input is selected on TV output 1. (NB both video and audio remain on both HDMI outputs 1 and 2, the audio is not stripped from the HDMI signal).
  • Page 16: Operating Your Matrix

    Operating your Matrix Manually You can operate HDMI source switching manually by using the buttons situated on the Matrix unit front panel. Simply press the button that corresponds to the output that you wish to change HDMI source on and toggle through until the desired HDMI input source video is being displayed.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Should you encounter a problem when using your matrix a soft (power cycle) or hard reset of the unit should resolve most issues. A separate troubleshooting info sheet may be available for more complex issues. If you do not resolve your issue after reading this, email support@hdconnectivity.com with as much information about your set-up and the...
  • Page 18 ● Electromagnetic interference affecting the Cat5e/6/7 cable due to proximity to power lines. ● Imperfect RJ45 connector termination ● Use of wallplates or patch panels that cause too much bandwidth drop ● Poor quality Cat cabling or internal cable strand breakages caused by poor production ●...
  • Page 19: Specifications

    Specifications Operating Temperature -15 to +55°C (5 to 131 Range °F) Operating Humidity 5 to 90 % RH (no Range condensation) Input Video Signal 5.0 volts p-p Input DDC Signal 5 volts p-p (TTL) Video Format Supported DTV/HDTV; 1080p/1080i/720p/576p/4 80p/576i/480i, VESA formats All 3D formats inc 3D over HDMI 1080p60...
  • Page 20: Product Registration

    Privacy: All details provided to HDanywhere™ will be used only for the purpose of your product ownership record, none of the information will be passed on to any third parties. HDanywhere™ will treat all your Personal Information as confidential. We will keep it on a secure server and we will fully comply with all applicable UK...
  • Page 21 351 0190 Warranty Details If your HDanywhere product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, HD Connectivity (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated as below, (One Year) which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product.
  • Page 22 Got an idea on how we can improve our manuals? Do you think we could have explained something better or simpler? Let us know and receive a 10% discount voucher! Email improve@hdconnectvity.com...
  • Page 23 HDanywhere™ and the HDTV emblem are trademarks of HD Connectivity Ltd. HDMI, the HDMI Logo are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. The details in this manual are correct at the time of going to print. The specification and features are subject to change without notice.

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