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ALFAtron MUH44N User Manual

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  • Page 2: Fcc Statement

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Preface Read this user manual carefully before using this product. Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only, different model and specifications are subject to real product. This manual is designed for 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N & 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher (without TCP/IP port).

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To insure the best from the product, please read all instructions carefully before using the device. Save this manual for further reference. Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for possible future shipment Follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Contents 1. Introduction ......................... 1 1.1 Introduction to the 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N ..........1 1.2 Features ......................1 1.3 Package List ...................... 1 2. Product Appearance of 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N ..........2 2.1 Front Panel ......................2 2.2 Rear Panel ......................
  • Page 5 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 4.3.4 TCP/IP Configuration ................23 4.3.5 GUI Update.................... 23 4.4 Firmware Upgrade through USB port .............. 25 5. Specification ......................26 5.1 Supported Resolution ..................26 6. Panel Drawing ......................27 7. Troubleshooting & Maintenance ................27 8.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 1. Introduction 1.1 Introduction to the 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N is a professional 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher that features receiving up to 4 HDMI2.0& HDCP2.2 compliant signal and output 4 HDMI1.4& HDCP1.4 compliant signal.

  • Page 7: Product Appearance Of 4X4 Hdmi Matrix Switcher-N

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 2. Product Appearance of 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N 2.1 Front Panel Figure 2- 1 Front Panel of 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N Name Description Illuminate red when power on; Power ① Turn green in standby mode; Indicator Blink red when upgrading.

  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 2.2 Rear Panel INPUTS OUTPUTS CONTROL SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF 1 2 3 4 ON DIP 1 2 3 4 FIRMWARE EDID R S232 IR IN TCP/IP DC 12V CONTROL 1 2 3 4 ON DIP 1 2 3 4 FIRMWARE EDID...

  • Page 9: System Connection

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 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. 3.2 Connection Diagram HDTV Speaker...

  • Page 10: System Applications

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Step7.Plug a DC 12V power adapter to the power port of 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N.  1)When connecting to HDMI2.0 sources, make sure the HDMI cable is compliant with HDMI2.0 to ensure reliable transmission; 2)Connect amplifiers that are capable to decode HDMI audio to the SPDIF ports, or there will be no output on the amplifiers.

  • Page 11: Rs232 Control

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 4.2 RS232 Control 4.2.1 Installation/uninstallation of RS232 Control Software Installation Copy the control software file to the computer connected with 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N. Uninstallation Delete all the control software files in corresponding file path. 4.2.2 Basic Settings Firstly, connect 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N with necessary input devices and output devices.

  • Page 12: Rs232 Communication Commands

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Set the parameters (baud rate, data bit, stop bit and parity bit) correctly to ensure 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.
  • Page 13 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example Switch to the “demo” mode, convert input and output in turn like 1B1, 1B2, …4B3, 4B4, 1B1… and so on .The Demo. switching interval is 2 seconds. Demo Mode Switch to normal mode by pressing any front panel button or sending any other command Transfer signal from input x to all...
  • Page 14 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example Save the EDID data to No.y EDID, Please send the EDID UpgradeSoftwar invoke the EDID by sending command file eEDID[y]. EDIDExtract[x][y]. Upgrade success Upgrade the EDID data of input x (x=1~4: upgrade the EDID of single Please send the EDID EDIDUpgrade[x] input;...
  • Page 15 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example Manage HDCP status of outputs “x” stands for output port, can be 1~4 or ALL. When x=ALL, it means manage /%[x]:[y]. /%ALL:0. HDCP status of all outputs. “y” stands for HDCP status, can be 1 (with HDCP) or 0 (not with HDCP).
  • Page 16 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example IP 192.168.0.178 Check the IP and subnet mask of the %9964. SB 255.255.255.0 switcher. DHCP 0 Inquire connection status for all inputs, 1 2 3 4 %9971. N means there is no source, Y means Connect N Y Y N there is connected source.

  • Page 17: Edid Management

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 4.2.4 EDID Management 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N provides with convenient EDID management to create effective communication between the display and sources. In factory default status (Status: 0000), 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N pass through the signals directly, input& output device process the signal automatically. You can invoke other saved EDID data by adjusting the 4-pin EDID DIP switcher or sending corresponding RS232 command.

  • Page 18: Tcp/Ip Control

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Switcher EDID information Status Embedded EDID data 0001 720P 2D 5.1CH 0010 720P 3D 5.1CH 0011 720P 2D 2CH 0100 720P 3D 2CH 0101 1080P 3D 5.1CH 0110 1080P 2D 5.1CH 0111 1080P 3D 2CH 1000 1080P 2D 2CH 1001...
  • Page 19 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Same network segment as the switcher Figure 4- 3 Modify the IP of PC Controlled by PC(s) in LAN The 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N can be connected with a router to make up a LAN with the PC(s), this make it able to be controlled in a LAN.

  • Page 20: Control 4X4 Hdmi Matrix Switcher-N Via Tcp/Ip Communication Software

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Step3. Set the 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N’s network segment to the same as the router. Step4. Set the PC’s network segment to the original one. Step5. Connect the 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N and PC(s) to the router. In the same LAN, each PC is able to control the 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N asynchronously.
  • Page 21 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Enter your command here. Commands are the same with RS232 commands listed in 4.2.3 RS232 Communication Commands Here you will receive the feedback after a command is sent. Figure 4- 6 Control interface of TCPUDP...

  • Page 22: Control 4X4 Hdmi Matrix Switcher-N Via Web-Based Gui

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 4.3.3 Control 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N via web-based GUI In addition to control 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N via communication software 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N can be controlled via web-based GUI It allows users to interact with 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N through graphical icons and visual indicators.

  • Page 23: Control Menu

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Setting Button 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 24: Configuration Properties

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Buttons 1~4 at the right-bottom corner provides quick saving and recall for overall connection status. For example: Step1: Select button1 at INPUT column Step2: Step2: Select button 1 at OUTPUT column (If all OUTPUT ports in needed, you only need to click “All”.) Step3: Choose a scene that you want to save.
  • Page 25 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Return Button Figure 4- 11 Copy EDID The EDID of INPUT device can be gained from OUTPUT devices. Step1: Select one OUTPUT device that you want to copy its EDID. Step2: Select one or more input devices that need to gain EDID. When select To All inputs, all input devices will copy the EDID from output device.
  • Page 26 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 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 27 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 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 28: Tcp/Ip Configuration

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Return Button Figure 4- 17 Passwork In the above interface, turn on the Front Panel to lock all buttons of machine, they cannot be operated. 4.3.4 TCP/IP Configuration IP address, subnet mask, and Gateway of 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N can be modified via GUI from the above description, but beyond that users can configure the IP port, including IP reset, password reset, and IP module firmware update on the WebServer.
  • Page 29 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher below: Figure 4- 19 GUI Update...

  • Page 30: Firmware Upgrade Through Usb Port

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 4.4 Firmware Upgrade through USB port 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N boasts a USB port for firmware upgrade on the rear panel. Preparation: copy the upgrade software DfuSe Demonstration& upgrade file (.dfu) to control PC. Steps to upgrade the device: Step1.

  • Page 31: Specification

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher  Make sure the button Leave DFU mode is available to ensure control PC and 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher-N are connected sucessfully. 5. Specification Input Output Input 4 HDMI Output 4 HDMI, 4 SPDIF audio Input Output Female Type-A HDMI...

  • Page 32: Panel Drawing

    4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6. Panel Drawing 7. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Causes Solutions The connecting cables may Check whether the cables not be connected correctly connected correctly Color losing or no video or it may be broken. and in working condition. signal output Make sure the connection Fail or loose connection...
  • Page 33 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 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 34: After-Sales Service

    Remarks: For any questions or problems, please try to get help from your local distributor. 1. Limited warranty in respect of Alfatron Products Only 1.1 This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product. 1.2 Should warranty service be required, proof of purchase must be presented to the Company.
  • Page 35 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation, any unauthorized tampering with this product, any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by the Company to make such repairs, or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and/or workmanship of this product.
  • Page 36 4K 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 1.12 If this product is returned to the Company this product must be insured during shipment, with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by the Customer. If this product is returned uninsured, the Customer assumes all risks of loss or damage during shipment.

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