Manual Contents - Zektor Palladia gX Installation Manual

MANU AL C ON TEN T S
P3 Cabling Advice
P6 Initial Setup
P7 Audio Setup
P8 Connect to the Web Interface
P10 Setting up the Matrix Without an Internet Connection
Third Party Control Drivers
P11 Setting up CEC
Front Panel LED Values
P12 Supported Formats
P13 Troubleshooting
P14 Concept Wiring Guide
P15 Warranty Information
IN THE BOX
Zektor Palladia gX Matrix Chassis
8x SoloCAT Ultra MAX PoH HDBaseT™ Receivers
8 Button Contextual Remote Control
8x IR Transmitter
8x IR Receiver
Rack Mounting Kit
48V Desktop Power Supply
Mains Cable
IMPORTANT CONCEPTS AND DEFINITIONS
When reading this manual we refer to devices that send video into the matrix system
as source devices or sources, examples of source devices include Blu-Ray players,
Set Top Boxes, Game Consoles and Media Centres.
Devices that receive video from the matrix are called sink devices or sinks. Examples
of these are Amplifiers (AVRs) TVs and projectors.
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CABLI NG ADV IC E
WHAT IS THE BEST TYPE OF CABLE TO USE?
You can use Cat5e, Cat6 or greater with Zektor products.
The minimum cable standard for this system is Cat5e. Slightly greater distances may
be achieved by using Cat6, or slightly better still with Cat7, which has stricter shielding
requirements and reduces potential cross talk between data pairs.
Whichever network cable type you choose, ensure that the main wiring architecture is
solid core, not stranded patch cabling. Patch cabling can be used for the last few metres
of a run (e.g. from a wall plate) but must be avoided over longer runs as signal transfer over
stranded cores is heavily reduced.
The use of pre-made leads is not recommended unless you can be absolutely sure of
their construction credentials (i.e. solid core 568B). Please note that CCA (Copper Clad
Aluminium) cable is NOT supported.
SHIELDED CABLES
Unlike other systems, shielded FTP cable is not a stipulation. If, however, you prefer this type
of cable please ensure compatible shielded accessories are used. Failure to terminate
cable screen at all points can induce interference rather than eliminating it.
CABLING BEST PRACTICE
Our best practice policy is to terminate to a wall plate at either end and then use solid
core patch cables (usually it is better to make your own than use pre-made) between the
patch panel and the matrix and the wall plate and HDBaseT™ receiver.
HDBaseT™ WITH PATCH PANELS AND WALL PLATES
If the patch panels are terminated correctly, there is minimal loss of distance. The use of
wall plates and patch panels, however, has the potential to cause increased resistance
on the cable if not done correctly, introducing pinch points for signal transmission, and
could reduce advertised transmission lengths. Instead of using RJ45 wall plates, you can
use brush plates to maintain the neat finish.
CONNECTION TERMINATION
Terminate the cabling using RJ45 connectors to the 568B wiring
standard. (See fig1)
IMPORTANT: Please note that local building regulations may apply
to the installation of cabling in properties. It is important to check
building regulations to guarantee that you are in accordance
with the laws of your territory.
fig1
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