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KanexPro HDMX88-4K User Manual

8x8 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2
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Ultra-Fast 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with
4K/60Hz & HDCP2.2
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Version: HDMX88-4K_2015V1.0

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  • Page 1 Ultra-Fast 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60Hz & HDCP2.2 All Rights Reserved Version: HDMX88-4K_2015V1.0...
  • Page 2 All product function is valid till 2015-9-2. KanexPro Trademarks KanexPro 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.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    4K 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To insure the best from the product, please read all instructions carefully before using the device. Save this manual for further reference. l Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for possible future shipment l...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Contents   1. Introduction ........................1   1.1 Introduction to the 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N ..........1   1.2 Features ......................1   1.3 Package List ....................... 1   2. Product Appearance of 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N ..........2  ...
  • Page 5 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2   5.1 Supported Resolution ..................23   6. Panel Drawing ......................24   7. Troubleshooting & Maintenance ................24   8. After-sales Service ....................26...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    1. Introduction 1.1 The 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher The KanexPro HDMX88-4K is a professional 8-input, 8-output HDMI matrix featuring HDCP 2.2 with the latest HDMI 2.0 specifications supporting ultra HD resolutions up to 4K @60Hz. This matrix switcher supports switching speeds to less then 0.2 seconds and also provides 8-additional audio ports via S/PDIF connectors to support audio de-embedding from HDMI.

  • Page 7: Product Appearance Of 8X8 Hdmi Matrix Switcher-N

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 2. Product Appearance of the 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher ① ② ③ ④ SYSTEM MONITOR POWER OUTPUTS ⑥ ⑦ ⑧⑨ Figure 2- Front Panel of 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Name Description Illuminate red when power on; Power Turn green in standby mode;...

  • Page 8: System Connection

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 3. System Connection 3.1 Usage Precautions 1) System should be installed in a clean environment with prop temperature and humidity. 2) All of the power switches, plugs, sockets and power cords should be insulated. 3) All devices should be connected before power on.

  • Page 9: System Applications

    3.4 System Applications The KanexPro HDMX88-4K matrix switcher is ideal for numerous commercial applications such as military, medical and government audio-video environments, where swift, reliable switching and distribution of high-resolution HDMI signal is critical to meet pixel-by-pixel needs.

  • Page 10: Rs232 Control

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 4.2 RS232 Control 4.2.1 Installation/uninstallation of RS232 Control Software l Installation Copy the control software file to the computer connected with the Matrix Switcher l Uninstallation Delete all the control software files in corresponding file path. 4.2.2 Basic Settings Firstly, connect the 8x8 Matrix Switcher with necessary input devices and output devices.

  • Page 11: Rs232 Communication Commands

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 reliable RS232 control. 4.2.3 RS232 Communication Commands & 1) Case-sensitive. 2) “[“, “]” in the commands are for easy recognition only and not necessary in real operations. Other symbols including “.”, “,”, “/”, “%”, “;”, “^”. are parts of the commands.
  • Page 12 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Command Function Feedback Example Transfer signal from input x to all [x]All. 1 To All. outputs Transfer all inputs to corresponding All#. All Through. outputs, like 1->1, 2->2… [x]#. Transfer signal from input x to output x. 1 Through.
  • Page 13 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Command Function Feedback Example Upgrade embedded EDID data No.x, x=1~10. (Refer to 4.4 EDID Management UpgradeIntEDI Please send for detailed information of embeded EDID D[x]. EDID file data) Send EDID file (.bin) within 10 seconds. Invoke embeded EDID data No.y to input x, y=1~10 y=1~10...
  • Page 14 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Command Function Feedback Example Enable auto HDCP management %0801. %0801. (HDCP Active) Reset to factory default. %0911. (Switch mode: all through; scene/ Factory Default HDCP status remains the same) Enable the SPDIF audio output of output x.

  • Page 15: Edid Management

    5 6 7 8 Audio N N Y Y 4.2.4 EDID Management The KanexPro HDMX88-4K provides a convenient EDID management to create effective communication between the display and sources. In factory default status (Status: 0000), the switcher will pass through the signals directly, input &...

  • Page 16: Via 4-Pin Edid Dip Switcher

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 OUTPUT device(5). Ø Program Custom EDID data: Copy custom EDID data (.bin) to the control device (e.g. a PC) and program the data into the device by sending command EDIDUpgrade[x]. Refer to 4.2.3 RS232 Communication Commands for more EDID management commands (with grey background).

  • Page 17: Tcp/Ip Control

    Controlled by PC(s) in LAN • The HDMX88-4K can be connected to a router to make up a LAN with the PC(s), this makes it capable to be controlled in a LAN. When control, just make sure the Matrix Switcher’s network segment is the same as the router. Please connect as the following...

  • Page 18: Control 8X8 Hdmi Matrix Switcher-N Via Tcp/Ip Communication Software

    PC is able to control the Matrix Switcher asynchronously. Then it’s able to control the device via TCP/IP communication software. 4.3.2 Control the HDMX88-4K via TCP/IP communication software (Exampled by TCP/UDP software) 1) Connect a computer with TCPUDP software to the Matrix Switcher. Open the...

  • Page 19: Control 8X8 Hdmi Matrix Switcher-N Via Web-Based Gui

    Figure 4- 6 Control interface of TCPUDP 4.3.3 Control the HDMX88-4K via web-based GUI Additionally, the matrix can also be controlled via web-based GUI, which allows users to interact with Matrix switcher through graphical icons and visual indicators.

  • Page 20: Scene Menu

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Type 192.168.0.178 in your browser, it will enter the login interface shown as below: Figure 4- 7 Login GUI This system divides into administrator and user mode. Administrator mode: User name: admin; Password: admin (default setting) User mode: User name: user;...

  • Page 21: Control Menu

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Figure 4- 8 Scene Menu All ten scenes are shown in above interface. Select a scene and then click “Load” can invoke the selected scene. Click “cancel” to cancel the current operation. 4.3.3.2 Control Menu Click “Control”...
  • Page 22 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Return Button Figure 4- 10 Embedded EDID Every embedded EDID from the Matrix Switcher is shown in the above interface. User can select EDID in accordance with actual needs. 2) Select “EDID Copy” to enter the following interface: Return Button Figure 4- 11 Copy EDID The EDID of INPUT device can be gained from OUTPUT devices.
  • Page 23 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Return Button Figure 4- 12 Audio EDID 2. Status: 1) At the top of the interface, click “Status” to enter the following interface to modify the name and mode of this machine, and then they will be display in LCD screen. Return Button Figure 4- 13 Status- LCD 2) Select “Button”...
  • Page 24 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Return Button Figure 4- 14 Status- Button 3) Select “Scene” to enter the following interface to modify the name of scenes. Return Button Figure 4- 15 Status-Scene 3. Network: At the top of the interface, click “Network” to enter the following interface to inquire and configure network settings including MAC address, IP address, subnet mask, and Gateway.

  • Page 25: Tcp/Ip Configuration

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Return Button Figure 4- 16 Network 5. Password At the top of the interface, click “Password” to enter the following interface to inquire and modify the admin or user password. Return Button Figure 4- 17 Password From the above interface, turn on the Front Panel to lock all buttons of matrix, and they will be locked to restrict any operation.

  • Page 26: Gui Update

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 Type the designed website (Default: 192.168.0.178:100, changeable) in your browser. Enter correct username and password to log in the WebServer: Username: admin; Password: admin Here is the main configuration interface of the WebServer: Figure 4- 18 TCP/IP Configuration 4.3.5 GUI Update GUI on the switcher can be updated online by going in: http://192.168.0.178:100.

  • Page 27: Firmware Upgrade Through Usb Port

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 4.4 Firmware Upgrade through USB port The HDMX88-4K houses a USB port for firmware upgrade on the rear panel. Preparation: copy the upgrade software DfuSe Demonstration& upgrade file (.dfu) to control PC.

  • Page 28: Specification

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 5. Specification Input Output Input 8 HDMI Output 8 HDMI, 8 SPDIF audio Input Output Female Type-A HDMI Female Type-A HDMI Connector Connector 3.5mm RCA connector Standards HDMI2.0 & HDCP2.2 Standards HDMI1.4 & HDCP1.4 Control Ports 1 IR IN (3.5mm jack) Control Ports...

  • Page 29: Panel Drawing

    8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 6. Panel Drawing 436.40 mm SYSTEM MONITOR POWER OUTPUTS 23.10 mm CONTROL ON DIP 1 2 3 4 SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF IR IN R S232 EDID FIRMWARE INPUTS OUTPUTS DC 24V...
  • Page 30 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60 & HDCP2.2 via IR remote Send authorized The IR remote is broken. dealer for repairing. Beyond the effective range Adjust the distance and of the IR signal or not angle and point right at the pointing at the IR receiver IR receiver.

  • Page 31: After-Sales Service

    Product version and name. Detailed failure situations. The formation of the cases. Remarks: For any questions or problems, please try to get help from your local distributor, AV dealer or call us directly at 888-975-1368 or email us at: support@kanexpro.com...

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