Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 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 only for operation instruction only, not for any maintenance usage. The functions described in this version are recent as of January 2015.
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 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 potential future shipment ...
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 1. Introduction 1.1. About Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 is a high-performance video and audio modular matrix switcher supporting max 16 input signal sources and 16 output display synchronously. It supports different video signals with cross switching. Every video or audio signal is transmitted and switched independently to decrease signal attenuation.
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 1.2.1. Modular Matrix Switcher changeable cards To meet different situation and users, the Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 cards are classified into the following models: Input Cards Spec TEKVOX Inputs Signal Format Models Part # 79110 HDMI & 3 Pin...
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 2. Panel Description 2.1. Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 2.1.1. Front Panel Figure 2- 1 Front Panel of the Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Name Description IR sensor, receive IR signal sent from IR remote Power Illuminate red once powered on indicator Display real-time operation status screen...
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 2.1.2. Rear Panel Figure 2- 2 Rear Panel of Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Name Description INPUTS Input signal card slots, 4 in total Output signal card slots, 4 in total OUTPUTS Power Switch between AC110V and AC230V to access different power switch TCP/IP (Optional) Used for TCP/IP control port...
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Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 4I-DS 79112: is a seamless input card with four inputs. Each input signal type and resolution can be adjusted by control commands. The card does not support embedded audio. 4O-DS 79122: Seamless output card with four outputs. The output signal is HDCP compliant.
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 2.2.2. 4I-VA VGA signal card with audio. (Please check the specification from 5.2.2) Supports input types: RGBHV, RGsB, RGBS, RsGsBs, YUV, YC and Composite video. All inputs are scaled to 1080p. 4I-VA: Four input multi-format VGA card with audio. Pin layout of the VGA connectors (female): Pin Number Signal Name...
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 4O-VG: Output card with a maximum of 4 VGA output signals and 4 stereo audio outputs. The output video signal comes from the 4I-VG or other types of input cards, and output audio signal from the audio of the input signal. 2.2.3.
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 2.2.4. 4I-HD-4K & 4O-HD-4K 4K HDMI signal card. (Please check the specification from 5.2.4) Supports hot-plug, HDMI 1.4& HDCP 1.4 compliance. Compatible with DVI signal and supports a high-definition HDMI source up to 4kx2k and is 1080p 3D compliance. The card also provides a selectable auxiliary audio input to embed audio.
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Signal Name Signal Name TMDS Data 2+ SHELL TMDS Data 2 Shield Hot Plug Detect TMDS Data 2- +5V Power TMDS Data 1+ Ground TMDS Data 1 Shield DDC Data TMDS Data 1- DDC Clock TMDS Data 0+ No Connect TMDS Data 0 Shield TMDS Data 0-...
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 2.2.6. 4I-BT-4K & 4O-BT-4K HDBaseT Lite (220’) twisted pair card (HDMI/DVI extender). (Please check the specification from 5.2.6) Cards support hot-plug and are compatible with HDBT 1.0, HDMI1.4a, and HDCP1.4. Resolution ranges from 480p to 4kx2k and are 1080p 3D compliant. Use these cards to extend HDBT signal up to 220’...
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Pin layout of the RJ45 connectors: Two different connection standards can be chosen; the connectors of same cable should use the same standard. TIA/EIA T568A TIA/EIA T568B Cable color Cable color green white orange white green orange orange white green white...
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 3.2. Connection Diagram Figure 3- 1 System Diagram 3.3. Application The Modular Matrix Switcher series has beneficial application in different environments such as radio and television, multi-media meeting rooms, big screen display setups, television, education, and control centers. 4.
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Note: 1) “Switch Mode”: Audio and Video switched together. MMX does not support breakaway audio. 2) “Input Channel”: Enter with the number of input channels that can be controlled. 3) “Output Channel”: Enter with the number of output channels can be controlled. Press “All”...
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Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Input channel buttons, Input channel buttons, including 1~10+ including 1~10+ Menu buttons, buttons Menu buttons, including VIDEO and AUDIO are switching buttons and not available. function buttons Output channel buttons, Output channel buttons, including 1~10+ including 1~10+ Figure 4- 1 Panel of the IR Remote...
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 4.3. RS232 Control 4.3.1. Connection of RS232 Communication Port Using the listed protocol, the Modular Matrix Switcher can be controlled by a control system via Ethernet or its RS-232 communication port. This RS-232 communication port is a female 9- D connector. The definition of its pin layout is shown in the table below.
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Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 All$. Switch off all the output channels. Transfer signals from the input channel [x] to the [x]#. output channel [x]. [x]$. Switch off the output channel [x]. All@. Switch on all the output. [x]@. Switch on output [x]. Transfer the video signals from the input [x1]V[x2].
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Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Manually EDID switching. Enable input [Y] to learn the EDID data of output[X]. If there is EDIDM[X]B[Y]. problem learning the EDID data, it will automatically set the default EDID data for input [Y]. Custom command for signal cards, [Y]=I/O; [X]= USER/[Y]/[X]:*****;...
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Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Set the resolution of output [x] to USER/I/[x]:0626%; 1024x768@60Hz. Set the resolution of output [x] to USER/I/[x]:0627%; 1280X720@60Hz. Set the resolution of output [x] to USER/I/[x]:0628%; 1280X800@60Hz. Set the resolution of output [x] to USER/I/[x]:0629%; 1920X1080@60Hz. 4I-DS Set the brightness of input [x] to xx, xx=00~99 USER/I/[x]:02xx%;...
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Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Set the input source of output [x] to VGA USER/O/[x]:0202%; Set the input source of output [x] to C-VIDEO USER/O/[x]:0203%; Set the resolution of input [x] to 1280x720P USER/O/[x]:0804%; @60Hz Set the resolution of input [x] to 1280x1080P USER/O/[x]:0813%;...
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Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Detailed Information 1080p 2D 5.1CH 1080p 2D 2.0CH 720p 2D 5.1CH 720p 2D 2.0CH 4kx2k 2D 5.1CH 4kx2k 2D 2.0CH Update in-built EDID data by sending command UpgradeIntEDID[x].. Examples: 1、 Transfer signals from an input channel to all output channels: [x]All. Example: Send “3All.”...
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Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 11、Save the present operation to the preset command [Y]: Save[Y]. Example: “Save7.” to save the present operation to the preset command No.7. 12、Recall the preset command [Y]: Recall[Y]. Example: “Recall5.” to recall the preset command No.5. 13、Clear the preset command [Y]: Clear[Y].
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 4.4. TCP/IP Control (Optional) 4.4.1. Control Modes TCP/IP default settings: IP is 192.168.0.178. The gateway is 192.168.0.1 and the Serial Port is 4001. The IP and Gateway can be changed as needed. The Serial Port cannot be changed. ...
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Step1. Connect the TCP/IP port of the Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 to the Ethernet port of the PC with the twisted pair. Step2. Set the PC’s IP address and gateway to the same IP section as the Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16.
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Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Step5. Change IP/Serial Port Change IP a) Select the tab “system info”, and you will be able to change the IP. b) Press the Apply button to save your settings. The PC(s) in this LAN (connected with this router) will then be able to control the matrix switcher.
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 5. Specification 5.1. Main Unit Control parts Serial control RS-232, 9- female D 2 = TX, 3 = RX, 5 = Configurations port connector Front panel Installation Rack Mountable Buttons control Options TCP/IP control General 100VAC ~ 240VAC, Power Power Supply 84W (Max)
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 6. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Causes Solutions Bad quality of the Try another high quality connecting cable cable Output image with ghost Impropriate image setting Adjust corresponding of the displayer image settings Output image with color Reconnect the displayer losing or no video signal Fail connection...
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Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 Type in correct RS232 Wrong RS232 communication Cannot control the device communication parameters parameters. by control device (e.g. a PC) through RS232 port Send it to authorized Broken RS232 port dealer for checking. Cannot control the device Send command 50605% to by front panel buttons while The front panel buttons are...
Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16 7. After-sales Service If there appear to be issues when operating the Modular Matrix Switcher 16x16, please first refer to this user manual. Any transport costs are borne by the users during the warranty. 1) Product Limited Warranty: We warrant that our products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for three years, starting from the first day you purchase this product (The purchase invoice shall prevail).
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