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Hall Research Technologies HSM-88-4K User Manual

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HSM-88-4K
4K 8X8 HDMI Matrix Switcher
Built-in Server for Configuration & Control
RS232, IP, and Front panel Controls
HDMI 1.4b Deep-color & 3D Support
HDCP 1.4/2.2 compliant with EDID Management
Fast-Switch™ Technology
Order toll-free in the U.S. 800-959-6439
FREE technical support, Call 714-641-6607 or fax 714-641-6698
Mail order: Hall Research, 1163 Warner Ave. Tustin, CA 92780
Web site: www.hallresearch.com E-mail: info@hallresearch.com
Independent Routing
User's Manual
UMA1263 Rev n/c

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual HSM-88-4K 4K 8X8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Independent Routing Built-in Server for Configuration & Control RS232, IP, and Front panel Controls HDMI 1.4b Deep-color & 3D Support HDCP 1.4/2.2 compliant with EDID Management Fast-Switch™ Technology UMA1263 Rev n/c Order toll-free in the U.S. 800-959-6439...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4.0 EDID management ..............12 4.1 EDID Configuration ..............13 4.2 Compute EDID ................13 5.0 Software GUI (HSM-88-4K Matrix Controller) ....... 13 6.0 Network Setting ................14 7.0 Telnet and Serial Commands (Port 6324) ......15 8.0 Recalling Factory Defaults ............19 9.0 Firmware Upgrade ..............
  • Page 3 4K 8X8 HDMI Matrix Switcher TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL Hall Research and its logo are trademarks of Hall Research. Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged as the property of the trademark owners. FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    SPDIF outputs, ability to extract audio from HDMI outputs, comprehensive front panel controls, RS232 and Telnet control. The HSM-88-4K Genesis™ Digital matrix is ideal for home theater, conference room, multimedia presentation, digital signage in retail space, and other similar settings.

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    1RU high compact & rugged rack mountable metal enclosure  Full ESD protection is implemented on all HDMI connectors 2.0 Package Contents (1) Model HSM-88-4K (1) 12V2.5A DC Universal Power Supply (1) IR Remote (1) Mounting Ears (2 pcs) (1) RS232 Cable (1) User’s Manual...

  • Page 6: General Operation

    HSM-88-4K 3.2 General Operation 3.2.1 Front Panel Function The front panel can be used for the following purposes:  Monitor & Control Power On/Off status  View current Input/output routings (ties) on LCD  Make new ties either starting from input or from output ...

  • Page 7: Reading The Lcd Routing Configuration

    4K 8X8 HDMI Matrix Switcher All the front panel buttons have back light LEDs with three states to help the operation. With just a little practice, one can easily learn to monitor and control the matrix. LED Status Indicator 3.2.3 Reading the LCD routing configuration Easy to understand routing information is displayed on the LCD.

  • Page 8: Making A Tie Starting From The Output

    HSM-88-4K 3.2.6 Making a tie starting from the output To tie an output to an input, perform the following steps. 1. Select an output. This shows the currently tied input (if any) in solid LED. Note that you can use navigation keys to view the next output routing configuration.

  • Page 9: Blanking From Output End

    4K 8X8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Example: Route Input 1 to Output 1, 2 and 3 3.2.8 Blanking from Output end 1. To blank an output, hold the Output for 3 seconds or until its led starts blinking. Selecting a new output will exit the "Blanking Mode". Note that multiple outputs cannot be blanked at the same time.
  • Page 10 Each front panel input button can memorize a pattern. Therefore, you can recall 8 presets. Presets are extremely useful when managing multiple routing patterns. HSM-88-4K can save 4 presets and allows the user to save, recall, and edit the presets from the front panel on the fly.
  • Page 11 4K 8X8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Example: Saving ongoing configuration as a preset #1 3.3.2 Recalling Presets 1. To recall the saved preset, press the PRE button. Note that saved presets can be navigated using UP and DOWN arrow keys. 2. Select the preset number by selecting an input or using the navigation keys.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    4. RS232: Use the RS232 port via DB9 cable to control the unit 4.0 EDID management The HSM-88-4K gives the users the complete flexibility to configure EDID which can be accessed using the MENU button. The Menu has two options, "EDID Configuration"...

  • Page 13: Edid Configuration

    This option allows the user to upload a custom defined EDID to a selected input source. HSM-88-4K has 16 custom EDIDs saved in the internal memory and has the ability to copy the EDID from any of the eight output ports to any input.

  • Page 14: Network Setting

    All the EDID management can be done from the EDID tab. 6.0 Network Setting As shipped from the factory (or after restoring factory defaults), the HSM-88-4K IP address is set for static IP address as 192.168.1.50. HSM-88-4K – Network Settings (A) DHCP Click on the “Network Settings”...

  • Page 15: Telnet And Serial Commands (Port 6324)

     7.0 Telnet and Serial Commands (Port 6324) HSM-88-4K offers excellent control features where the user can set and access information from the unit such as IP configuration, factory default, reboot, LED control, Relay, key press type, macros, device add/delete, etc.
  • Page 16 HSM-88-4K Command Description Response Making Ties CVn,m<cr> Connect HDMI n= Output [1-8] output_n to input_m. CVn,m<cr> m= Input [1-8] m=x to blank the Output. CV*,m<cr> Connect all Outputs to CV1,m<cr> m= Input [1-8] Input_m. CV2,m<cr> m=x to blank the CV3,m<cr>...
  • Page 17 4K 8X8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Command Description Response Preset on the fly-- PSx=1,m/2,m/3,m/4,m PSx=1,m/2,m/3,m/4,m <cr> saving a custom preset <cr> m=Input [1-8] m=x (to blank the output) PRx<cr> Preset recall Display the new x=no of inputs [1 to 8] routing configuration back after the recall.
  • Page 18 HSM-88-4K Command Description Response FW<cr> Firmware Version FW Version: x<cr> HDCP Query HDn<cr> ON<cr> n=Output [1 to 8] Read the status of HDCP OFF <cr> EDID Settings ESi,m<cr> Set the Custom EDID ESi,m<cr> m= Input[1 to 8] to the input.

  • Page 19: Recalling Factory Defaults

    Control command FD<CR> resets all the configuration back to factory default setting. NOTE Factory resetting the HSM-88-4K will restore back the default Hall Research settings to the device. The user must confirm the action and take all necessary precautions to prevent loss of data.

  • Page 20: Firmware Upgrade

    You can select the FACTORY RESET option on the unit’s “System Settings”. 10.1 Contacting Hall Research If you determine that your HSM-88-4K is malfunctioning, do not attempt to repair the unit instead, contact Hall Research Technical Support at 714-641- 6607. To return the unit to Hall Research you must first get a Return Authorization (RMA) number.

  • Page 21: Specifications

    4K 8X8 HDMI Matrix Switcher 11.0 Specifications Video Bandwidth 10.2 Gbps Input Ports 8xHDMI IN Output Ports 8XHDMI OUT HDCP HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4 HD Resolutions 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p,720p, 1080i, 1080p 8, 12 or 16 bits per channel (24, 36 or 48 bits aggregate), 4K30 4:4:4, 4K60 4:2:0 PC Resolutions VGA through UXGA...
  • Page 24 © Copyright 2017. Hall Research, Inc. All rights reserved. 1163 Warner Ave., Tustin, CA 92780 Ph: (714)641-6607...

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