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AVG-UHMS88PRO
The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8
Matrix Switcher is a professional 8x8
HDBaseT Matrix Switcher that accommodates
8 HDMI IN (HDMI 1.4 & HDCP 2.2 compliant)
& 8 IR IN.
Features
8 HDMI Inputs supporting HDMI 1.4 &
HDCP 2.2, compliant with lower
standards, capable of transmitting
4Kx2K@60Hz & 1080p 3D
Supports manual input HDCP auto-
detection and manual output HDCP
management
4 HDMI Outputs support HDMI 1.4 &
HDCP 1.4, transmits 4Kx2K signals 8m
8 HDBaseT outputs for easy extension
to 70m at 1080p and 40m at 4Kx2K
over single CAT5e/6 cable, supports
PoC
LCD screen shows real-time I/O
connection status, switching status,
HDCP status, and output resolution
Controllable via front panel, TCP/IP,
and bi-directional IR& RS232
Built-in GUI for TCP/IP control
Powerful EDID management
Supports memory off function for
reliable operation
Firmware upgradable through Micro
USB port
Easy installation with rack-mounting

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  • Page 1 70m at 1080p and 40m at 4Kx2K over single CAT5e/6 cable, supports LCD screen shows real-time I/O connection status, switching status, The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 HDCP status, and output resolution Matrix Switcher is a professional 8x8 Controllable via front panel, TCP/IP, HDBaseT Matrix Switcher that accommodates and bi-directional IR&...
  • Page 2 AVG-UHMS88PRO PLEASE READ THIS PRODUCT MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. This manual is only for operation instruction only, and is not to be used in a maintenance capacity. The functions described in this version are current as at November 2015. Any changes of functions and operational parameters will be updated in future manual versions.
  • Page 3 AVG-UHMS88PRO SAFETY OPERATION GUIDE In order to guarantee the reliable operation of the equipment and safety of the user, please abide by the following procedures in installation, use and maintenance: 1. The system must be earthed properly. Please do not use two blade plugs and ensure the AC power supply ranges from 100v to 240v and from 50Hz to 60Hz.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ......................1 Introduction to the AVG-UHMS88PRO ............1.1 Features ....................... 1.2 What’s in the Box ..……………………………………………………………………2 Product Appearance of the AVG-UHMS88PRO ............. 3 Front Panel ....................3.1 Rear Panel ....................3.2 System Connection ....................4 System Applications ..................4.1 Usage Precautions ..................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 1. Introduction 1.1. Introduction to the AVG-UHMS88PRO The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher is a professional 8x8 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher that accommodates 8 HDMI IN (HDMI 1.4 & HDCP 2.2 compliant) & 8 IR IN. Select HDMI inputs using the front panel buttons, IR, RS232, or GUI. The selected source is switched to HDMI Output 1~4 (switched synchronously with HDBaseT output 1~4) &...

  • Page 6: What's In The Box

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 2. What’s in the Box 1 x AVG-UHMS88PRO HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 1 x RS232 cable 4 x Rubber Feet (4 x Screws) 1 x Power cord 2 x Mounting ears (6 x Screws) 1 x IR remote 18 x Pluggable Terminal Blocks Note: Please confirm if the product and the accessories are all included, if not, please contact your dealer.

  • Page 7: Product Appearance Of The Avg-Uhms88Pro

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 3. Product Appearance of the AVG-UHMS88PRO 3.1. Front Panel Name Description Firmware Micro USB port for firmware updating ① Power Illuminates red when power is on, lights yellow in standby ② Indicator mode In-built IR sensor, receives IR signals sent from the IR ③...

  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 3.2. Rear Panel Description Name a. IR OUT: connect with IR emitters, making up an IR matrix with the IR IN sockets on the far-end receivers. IR signal can be switched synchronously with the AV signal, or separately. ①...
  • Page 9 AVG-UHMS88PRO signal to all the 8 far-end receivers. IR EYE: Connect with extended IR receiver, use the IR remote to control the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher TCP/IP TCP/IP port for unit control ⑤ GROUND Connect to ground ⑥ Power Button: Press the button to power on/off the matrix. The ⑦...

  • Page 10: System Connection

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 4. System Connection 4.1. System Applications Reliable performance for control and transmission makes the AVG-UHMS88PRO ideal in the IT computer space, signal monitoring, big screen displays, conference systems, television broadcast, education, banking and security institutions etc. 4.2. Usage Precautions 1.

  • Page 11: Connection Procedure

    Step 6. The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher can collect IR signal sent by the included IR remote via its built-in IR sensor or through an external IR receiver connected to the IR IN/ IR EYE/ IR ALL IN port.

  • Page 12: Connection With Hdbt Receiver

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 4.5. Connection with HDBT Receiver The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher boasts 8 HDBaseT output ports which support the PoC solution, through which AV signal, IR & RS232 control signal, as well as power are transmitted on single CAT5e/6.

  • Page 13: System Operation

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 5. System Operation 5.1. Front Panel Button Control Here we make a brief introduction to the system operations. 5.1.1. Switching I/O connection 1. To switch one input to an output: Operation: “input”+“output”+“ENTER” Example: input 1 to output 2 Note: In default status, the 8 IR OUT sockets correspond with 8 HDMI INPUTS.

  • Page 14: Edid Management

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 5.1.2. EDID Management The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher features EDID management to maintain compatibility between all devices. It can be controlled via EDID learning and EDID invoking. EDID Learning (from output): One input port learns the EDID data of one output port Operation: Press “EDID”, “INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.

  • Page 15: Query

    AVG-UHMS88PRO Format: Press and hold “EDID” for 3 seconds, “INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”. Operations: Set EDID data for one input Operation: Press “EDID” (hold for 3 seconds to enter into EDID programming), “INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”. Example: Set the EDID data of INPUT 4 to the forth type of embedded EDID data:...

  • Page 16: Clear Operation

    AUDIO output, and channel 1~3 have HDMI outputs. Note: With this IR remote, AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher can be controlled with the built-in IR, the extended IR receiver connected to the “IR EYE”/”IR ALL IN” and the IR receiver on the far-end receiver.

  • Page 17: Control Far-End Device Locally

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 5.2.2. Control Far-end Device locally Connect an IR receiver to IR IN/ IR ALL IN on the switcher, and use the IR Remote of far-end device to control the device locally. 1 to 1: (through IR IN) Connect an IR receiver with carrier to the IR IN port of 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher, users can control far-end output display via its IR remote locally.

  • Page 18: Control Local Device Remotely

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 5.2.3. Control Local Device Remotely Connect IR receiver(s) to IR IN on far-end HDBT receiver(s), and IR Emitter(s) to IR OUT port of the switcher, and use the IR Remote of local source to control the device remotely. 1 to 1: Connect an IR receiver to IR IN on far-end HDBT receiver, and an IR Emitter to IR OUT port of the switcher.
  • Page 19 AVG-UHMS88PRO Multiple to Multiple: (IR Matrix) The 8 “IR OUT” ports and the 8 “IR IN” ports on the far-end receivers make up an 8x8 IR matrix. IR Transmitter Receiver 1 Receiver 2 Receiver 3 Receiver 4 Receiver 5 Receiver 6...

  • Page 20: Rs232 Control

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 5.3. RS232 Control 5.3.1. Connection with the RS232 Communication Port The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher boasts a 3-pin pluggable terminal block for serial control. The definition of its pins is listed in the table below. Function Unused...

  • Page 21: Control Through 3-Pin Rs232 Port

    IR OUT RS 232 3rd party Control the AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT from remote Connect the RS232 (3-pin pluggable terminal block) port in any zone to controlled device (3rd party device), and connect PC to the corresponding (same zone as controlled device) receiver.

  • Page 22: Installation/Removal Of Rs232 Control Software

    Removal Delete all the control software files in corresponding file path. 5.3.5. Basic Settings Firstly, connect the AVG-UHMS88PRO with an input device and an output device. Then, connect it with a computer which has installed RS232 control software. Double-click the software icon to run this software.
  • Page 23 AVG-UHMS88PRO The interface of the control software is shown below: Parameter Configuration area Monitoring area, indicates whether the command sent works. Command Sending area Please set the parameters of COM number, baud rate, data bit, stop bit and the parity bit correctly, only then will you be able to send command in the Command...

  • Page 24: Rs232 Communication Commands

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 5.3.6. RS232 Communication Commands Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none Command Function Feedback Example System Commands /*Type; Query the models information. UHMS88PRO Lock the front panel buttons on the /%Lock; System Locked! Matrix.
  • Page 25 AVG-UHMS88PRO Command Function Feedback Example Operation Commands Transfer signals from the input channel [x]All. X To All. (X=1~8) [x] to all output channels Transfer input signals All#. corresponding output channels All Through. respectively like 1->1, 2->2… All$. Switch off all the output channels.
  • Page 26 AVG-UHMS88PRO Command Function Feedback Example Save the present operation to the Save To FY (Y=0- Save[Y]. preset command [Y], ranges from 0 to Recall From Recall[Y]. Recall the preset command [Y]. (Y=0-9) Clear FY (Y=0- Clear[Y]. Clear the preset command [Y].
  • Page 27 AVG-UHMS88PRO Command Function Feedback Example Set communication between PC and HDBaseT receiver. Y is for RS232 port (connect with RS232 port of HDBaseT receiver) a. Y = 1~8, send this command to the corresponding HDBaseT receiver to control far-end device.
  • Page 28 AVG-UHMS88PRO Command Function Feedback Example Upgrade EDID data via the RS232 port. [x] is the input port, when the value of X is 9, it means to upgrade all input ports. When switcher receives Please send EDIDUpgrade[x]. command, it will show a message to EDID file prompt you to send the EDID file (.bin...
  • Page 29 AVG-UHMS88PRO Command Function Feedback Example Check the command sent by port 1 Port 1:data when %9951. when PWON. PWON Check the command sent by port 2 Port 2:data when %9952. when PWON. PWON Check the command sent by port 3 Port 3:data when %9953.
  • Page 30 AVG-UHMS88PRO Command Function Feedback Example System Locked/ %9961. Check the system locking status. Unlock! Check the status while in standby STANDBY/PWON/ %9962. mode. PWOFF Check the working mode of infrared Carrier native/ %9963. carrier. Force carrier IP:192.168.0.178 %9964. Check the IP address.

  • Page 31: Tcp/Ip Control

    GUI or dedicated TCP/IP communication software. 5.4.1. Control Modes The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher can be controlled by a PC without Ethernet access or PC(s) within a LAN. Controlled by PC without Ethernet access Connect a computer to the TCP/IP port of the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher, and set its network address to the same as the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher’s.
  • Page 32 AVG-UHMS88PRO Same network address as the switcher...
  • Page 33 PCs to setup a LAN (as shown in the following figure). Set the network address of the AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher to the same as the router’s, then PCs within the LAN are able to control 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher.

  • Page 34: Control Via Tcp/Ip Communication Software

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 5.4.2. Control via TCP/IP Communication Software 1. Connect a computer and 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher to the same network. Open the TCPUDP software (or any other TCP/IP communication software) and create a connection, enter the IP address and port of the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher (default IP: 192.168.0.178, port:8080):...

  • Page 35: Gui For Tcp/Ip Control

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 5.4.3. GUI for TCP/IP Control The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher has a built-in GUI for convenient TCP/IP control. The GUI allows users to interact with the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher through graphical icons and visual indicators.
  • Page 36 AVG-UHMS88PRO Main: Interface shown after logging in, provide intuitive I/O connection switching. See the screenshot below: • The matrix page displays every possible connection between every input and output, users can select the connections by clicking the corresponding button. Buttons 1~9 at the right-bottom corner provides quick saving and recall for overall connection status.
  • Page 37 AVG-UHMS88PRO If there are any modifications, press Save to store the settings, or press Cancel to go back Interface: Set title bar label, LCD readout, and button labels, press Save to save the settings. Configuration: Set HDCP Cmpliance status for every input, and manage EDID. See...
  • Page 38 AVG-UHMS88PRO Network: Query and configure network settings including MAC address, IP address, subnet mask, and Gateway. Note: Log in as user to access main interface only.

  • Page 39: Port Management

    -> Start upgrading. Reboot the device after upgrading. 5.5. Firmware Update via USB Firmware Update via USB The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher boasts a USB port for online firmware upgrades on the front panel. Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware: Step 1.
  • Page 40 AVG-UHMS88PRO It will enter the upgrade interface shown as below: Step 4. Click Connect USB. Step 5. Click Open to load the upgrade file, then click Update to start the firmware upgrade. Note: To ensure control port is available, the COM number of the PC should be 1~9.

  • Page 41: Specification

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 6. Specification Video Input Video Output 4 HDMI Input 8 HDMI Output 8 HDBaseT Female HDMI Input Output Female HDMI Female RJ45(with LED Connector Connector indicators) T.M.D.S. Input Level Output Level T.M.D.S. 2.9V~3.3V 2.9V~3.3V Output 100Ω ( Differential) Impedance Input 100Ω...
  • Page 42 AVG-UHMS88PRO Control 8 IR OUT (green and red) 8 IR IN (black) 1 IR EYE (black) 1 IR ALL IN (black) Control Panel Front panel buttons Ports Control 1 TCP/IP (female RJ45) 1 RS232 (9 pin female) 8 RS232s (3-pin...

  • Page 43: Panel Drawing

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 7. Panel Drawing...

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting & Maintenance

    AVG-UHMS88PRO 8. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Causes Solutions The Connection of the Check whether the cables cabling may be incorrect are connected correctly Color loss or no video or faulty and in working condition. signal output Make sure the connection...
  • Page 45 AVG-UHMS88PRO Problems Causes Solutions Check to ensure correct Wrong connection connection between the control device and the unit Type in correct RS232 Cannot control the device Wrong RS232 communication with control device (e.g. a communication parameters: Baud PC) through RS232 port parameters rate:9600;...

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