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USER MANUAL
Matrix-4X4-HBT-H2-KIT
4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit
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Version: Matrix-4X4-HBT-H2-KIT_2018V1.4

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL Matrix-4X4-HBT-H2-KIT 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit All Rights Reserved Version: Matrix-4X4-HBT-H2-KIT_2018V1.4...
  • Page 2 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Preface Read this user manual carefully before using the product. Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only. Different models and specifications are subject to real product. This manual is only for operation instruction, please contact the local distributor for maintenance assistance.
  • Page 3 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To ensure the best performance 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 ⚫...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Table of Content 1. Product Introduction ....................1 1.1 Features ......................1 1.2 Package List ...................... 2 2. Specification ....................... 3 2.1 HDBaseT 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix................3 2.2 HDBaseT Receiver .................... 4 3. Panel Description ......................5 3.1 Matrix Front Panel .....................
  • Page 5 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7.4 CEC Control ....................28 7.5 RS232 Control ....................30 7.6 Access Setting ....................31 7.7 Interface Setting....................32 7.8 Network Setting ....................33 7.9 GUI Upgrade ....................34 8. RS232 Control ......................35 8.1 RS232 Control Connection ................35 8.1.1 Control the Matrix from Local..............

  • Page 6: Product Introduction

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 1. Product Introduction Thanks for choosing the professional 4x4 Matrix with four Receivers! The matrix is a four-input by four-output HDBaseT and HDMI matrix with HDCP 2.2 and up to 4K/UHD@60Hz video support. It transmits 4K video to distances up to 131 feet (40 meters) and 1080p video to distances up to 229 feet (70 meters) over a single CATx Ethernet cable.

  • Page 7: Package List

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 1.2 Package List 1x HDBaseT 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix ⚫ 2x Mounting Ears with 6 Screws ⚫ 4x Plastic Cushions with 4 Screws ⚫ 1x IR Receiver ⚫ HDBaseT 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix 1x IR Remote ⚫...

  • Page 8: Specification

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 2. Specification 2.1 HDBaseT 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Video Input Input (4) HDMI Input Connector (4) Type-A female HDMI Input Video Signal HDMI HDMI Input Resolution Up to 4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4 Video Output Output (4) HDBaseT, (4) HDMI Output Connector (4) RJ45, (1) Type-A female HDMI Output Video Signal...

  • Page 9: Hdbaset Receiver

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit External Power Supply 100V~240V AC, 50/60Hz Power Consumption 85W (Max) Dimension (W*H*D) 436.4mm x 44mm x 340mm Net Weight 3.2kg 2.2 HDBaseT Receiver Input Input Signal (1) HDBT IN Input Connector (1) RJ-45 Output Output (1) HDMI Output Connector (1) Type-A female HDMI...

  • Page 10: Panel Description

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 3. Panel Description 3.1 Matrix Front Panel INPUT CLEAR EDID ENTER RECALL ① LCD Screen: Presents real-time operation status. ② Power LED: Illuminates GREEN when the device is in standby mode, illuminates RED when device is powered on. ③...

  • Page 11: Matrix Rear Panel

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 3.2 Matrix Rear Panel Input De-embedded Output De-embedded ALL IN ALL OUT RS232 IR EYE TCP/IP ① INPUT: Four Type A female HDMI input ports to connect HDMI sources. ② IR IN: 1~4: Four 3.5mm jacks to connect four IR receivers. Each IR input is associated ⚫...

  • Page 12: Receiver Front Panel

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit TCP/IP: Ethernet port to connect with a computer to control the matrix via GUI. ⚫ FW: Micro USB port for firmware upgrade. ⚫ ⑧ AC100V~240V: Power port to connect an AC 100V~240V power by the power cord.

  • Page 13: Receiver Rear Panel

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 3.4 Receiver Rear Panel HDBT IN DC 12V ① HDMI OUT: Type A female HDMI output port to connect display. ② RS232: 3-pin terminal block for working with the RS232 port of matrix to control the third-party device.

  • Page 14: System Connection

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 4. System Connection 4.1 Usage Precaution Make sure all components and accessories included before installation. ⚫ System should be installed in a clean environment with proper temperature and ⚫ humidity. All of the power switches, plugs, sockets, and power cords should be insulated ⚫...

  • Page 15: Button Control

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 5. Button Control The matrix can be controlled by using the buttons on the front panel. Whenever a command is accepted, the indicators of all the buttons pressed will blink three times then they will go off. If the command fails, the indicators will go off immediately without blinking.

  • Page 16: Edid Management

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 5.2 EDID Management Please note that the HDBT output will always take priority over the HDMI output when using the EDID setting commands. Disconnect the cable from the HDBT output if you need to read the EDID from the HDMI output. EDID data transfer ⚫...
  • Page 17 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Set a predefined EDID setting for one input port: Operation: Step1: Press and hold EDID for 3 seconds to enter the EDID setting mode. Step2: Select one input. Step3: Press LEFT and RIGHT navigation buttons to select the predefined EDID data type.

  • Page 18: Inquiry Mode

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 5.3 Inquiry Mode Check connection status: ⚫ Press and hold the ENTER button for 3 seconds to activate the system inquiry menu on the front panel LCD. Use LEFT and RIGHT navigation buttons to check the previous or next item respectively.

  • Page 19: Recall Preset

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 5.4 Recall Preset Press RECALL button can load layout preset which is saved via RS232 commands and GUI. Operation: Step1: Press RECALL button, the LCD screen displays: PRESET LOAD Step2: Press LEFT and RIGHT navigation buttons to select PRESET 1~9. Step3: Press ENTER to confirm.

  • Page 20: Ir Control

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 6. IR Control 6.1 IR Remote Control Connect an IR receiver to the IR EYE port, the matrix can be controlled by using the following IR remote. ① Enter/exit standby mode. ② Blinking red when a button is pressed. ③...

  • Page 21: Ir Pass-Through Control

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 6.2 IR Pass-through Control The matrix supports bi-directional IR pass-through, allowing the devices can be controlled by both source and destination ends. This section provides connection and switching examples to illustrate possible configurations. 6.2.1 Control Local Input Device from Local By default, there is a one-to-one correspondence between the IR OUT port on the matrix and the HDMI input.
  • Page 22 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Example: Switch HDMI input 3 to HDBaseT output 2, 3, 4. Connect three IR Receivers to IR IN 2, IR IN 3 and IR IN 4 port, and an IR Emitter to the IR OUT 3 port, the connection diagram shown as below: Remote IR Receiver HDMI:...

  • Page 23: Control Local Input Device From Remote

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 6.2.2 Control Local Input Device from Remote The same basic principle applies when controlling the local input device from the remote location. Control local input device through IR OUT port ⚫ Example: Switch HDMI input 3 to HDBaseT output 4. Connect an IR Receiver to IR IN port on the receiver, then connect an IR emitter to the IR OUT 3 on the matrix.
  • Page 24 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Control local input device through IR ALL OUT port ⚫ The emitter can be connected to the IR ALL OUT port on matrix to control all local input devices. In this case, the IR receiver must be connected to the IR IN port on each connected HDBaseT receiver, as shown in the diagram below: HDMI: HDBaseT:...

  • Page 25: Control Remote Output Device From Local

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 6.2.3 Control Remote Output Device from Local The remote displays can be controlled from the local matrix location. Control remote device through IR IN port ⚫ Example: Switch HDMI input 3 to HDBaseT output 3. Connect an IR Receiver to IR IN 3 port on the matrix, then connect an IR emitter to the IR OUT on the receiver, as shown in the diagram below: IR Receiver...
  • Page 26 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Control remote device through IR ALL IN port ⚫ The receiver can be connected to the IR ALL IN port on matrix to control all remote output devices. In this case, the IR emitter must be connected to the IR OUT port on each connected HDBaseT receiver, as shown in the diagram below: IR Receiver HDMI:...

  • Page 27: Gui Control

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7. GUI Control The matrix also be controlled via TCP/IP. The default IP settings are: IP Address: 192.168.0.178 Subnet Mask: 255.255.250.0 Type 192.168.0.178 in the internet browser, it will enter the below log-in webpage:...

  • Page 28: Video Switching

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7.1 Video Switching Type the user name and password (both of them are “admin”), and then click Login to enter the section for video switching. Use the 4x4 button grid on the page to set which inputs are directed to which outputs. For example, clicking the button on the Input 1 row and Output 2 column, directs input 1 to output 2.

  • Page 29: Coaxial Audio Control

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7.2 Coaxial Audio Control Click Audio to enter the below section to select the digital audio from HDMI input or HDBaseT output, and the audio can be mute or unmute by pressing the volume icon on the right side.

  • Page 30: Configuration

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7.3 Configuration The configuration section allows to manage HDCP compliance and the EDID settings. Click HDCP to enter the below section to turn on/off HDCP compliance for every output port.
  • Page 31 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Click EDID Copy to enter the below section to copy the EDID data from a single output port to input ports. Operation: 1) Select one output port. 2) Select one or several input ports. Press ALL to select all input ports. 3) Press Confirm.
  • Page 32 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Click EDID Setting to enter the below section to set a predefined EDID for input ports. Operation: 1) Select a predefined EDID. 2) Select one or several input ports. Press ALL to select all input ports. 3) Press Confirm.

  • Page 33: Cec Control

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7.4 CEC Control If the input sources, HDBaseT output devices and local HDMI output devices support CEC, they can be controlled via the following CEC interface. Click HDMI Input to enter the below section to control the selected input source.
  • Page 34 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Click HDBT Output to enter the below section to control the selected HDBaseT output device. Click HDMI Output to enter the below section to control the selected local HDMI output device.

  • Page 35: Rs232 Control

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7.5 RS232 Control Click RS232 to enter the below section to send RS232 commands to control remote third-party device. Operation: 1) Select the HDBaseT port which is connected with HDBaseT receiver which must have third-party device attached. 2) Set the baud rate.

  • Page 36: Access Setting

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7.6 Access Setting Click Access to enter the below section to reset password and lock or unlock front panel buttons. Click Confirm to save any changes or click Cancel to cancel any changes that have been made.

  • Page 37: Interface Setting

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7.7 Interface Setting Click Interface to enter the below section to modify title bar label, LCD readout and button labels. Click Confirm to save any changes or click Cancel to cancel any changes that have been made.

  • Page 38: Network Setting

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7.8 Network Setting Click Interface to enter the below section to change the default IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway setting. Static IP or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) also can be chosen. Click the Confirm button to save any changes.

  • Page 39: Gui Upgrade

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 7.9 GUI Upgrade Please visit at http://192.168.0.178:100 for GUI online upgrade. Type the username and password (the same as the GUI log-in setting, modified password will be available only after rebooting) to login the configuration interface. After that, click Administration in the source menu to get to Upload Firmware as shown below: Select the update file and click Apply button, and then it will start upgrade process.

  • Page 40: Rs232 Control

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 8. RS232 Control 8.1 RS232 Control Connection 8.1.1 Control the Matrix from Local To control the matrix from a local PC, the 3-pin to DB9 RS232 Cable is used to connect between the matrix and PC. The connection diagram is shown as below: RS232: Input De-embedded...

  • Page 41: Control The Matrix From Remote

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 8.1.2 Control the Matrix from Remote To control the matrix from remote location, please connect one or more PCs to the RS232 ports of HDBaseT receivers with the 3-pin to DB9 RS232 Cable. The matrix can be controlled by any one of PCs, the connection diagram is shown as below: HDMI: RS232:...

  • Page 42: Control The Remote Third-Party Device From Local

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 8.1.3 Control the Remote Third-party Device from Local To control a third-party device from local, first determine which HDBaseT receiver is connected to (1 in the diagram below). Next, connect a PC to the corresponding RS232 port of matrix with 3-pin to DB9 RS232 Cable, then connect a third-party device (e.g.

  • Page 43: Control The Local Third-Party Device From Remote

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 8.1.4 Control the Local Third-party Device from Remote To control a third-party device from remote, first determine which HDBaseT receiver is connected to (1 in the diagram below). Next, connect a PC to the RS232 port of HDBaseT receiver with 3-pin to DB9 RS232 Cable, then connect a third-party device (e.g.

  • Page 44: Rs232 Control Software

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 8.2 RS232 Control Software If the matrix and third-party devices needs to be controlled from PC by an RS232 connection, a RS232 control software should be installed in PC. Here using CommWatch.exe as an example. The icon is shown as below: Double-click the icon to run, and its interface is depicted below: Parameter configuration area Monitor area, show the commands...

  • Page 45: Rs232 Commands For Controlling Matrix

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 8.3 RS232 Commands for Controlling Matrix When controlling the matrix, the serial port settings for all RS232 commands is: Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none The matrix can be controlled by sending the following RS232 commands: 8.3.1 System Command Command Example and Command...

  • Page 46: Signal Switching

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Command Example and Command Description Response System UnLock! %9962. %9962. Report the system power status. PWON / PWOFF / STANDBY RemoteCtrMcu1 Enable/disable the remote-control mode that the RemoteCtrMcu[x]. matrix can be controlled from remote PC. x=1 or 0. RemoteCtrMcu Open.

  • Page 47: Preset Management

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Command Example and Command Description Response AV:01->01 IR:01->01 AV:02->02 IR:02->02 AV:03->03 IR:03->03 AV:01->04 IR:01->04 %9971. Report the connection status of all inputs. %9971. Y means the corresponding input port is 1 2 3 4 connected to a source device, N means not. LINK Y Y Y Y %9972.

  • Page 48: Output Audio Control

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 8.3.4 Output Audio Control Command Example and Command Description Response COAX01MU. Mute or unmute the coaxial audio output [x]. x= COAX[x][MU/UM]. 01~04. Use MU for mute or UM for unmute. COAX01MU. AnlogAudio01UM. AnlogAudio[x][M Mute or unmute the analog audio output [x]. x= U/UM].
  • Page 49 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Command Example and Command Description Response initial EDID data. EDIDM1B4 x=1~4, y=1~4. Upgrade the EDID data of the input port [x]. When EDIDUpgrade1. the command applied, system prompts to upload EDIDUpgrade[x]. the EDID file (.bin). Operation will be cancelled in 10 seconds.

  • Page 50: Hdcp Compliance

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 8.3.6 HDCP Compliance Command Example and Command Description Response HDCP management command. /%O/01:1. The O is the output port; the X is the number of /%O/[X]:[Z]. output port, and Z is for HDCP compliance status. /%O/1:1.

  • Page 51: Cec Control

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit Set Local RS232 baudrate is 57600! Baudrate 115200. Baudrate 115200. Set the serial baud rate of matrix as 57600. Set Local RS232 baudrate is 115200! 8.3.8 CEC Control If the input sources, HDBaseT output devices and local HDMI output devices are supports CEC, they can be controlled by sending the following command instead of IR remote.
  • Page 52 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit CEC_IN_01_SEND_SUCCESS! CECI0142. CECI[port]42. Volume down. CEC_IN_01_SEND_SUCCESS! CECI0143. CECI[port]43. Mute CEC_IN_01_SEND_SUCCESS! CECI0144. CECI[port]44. Play. CEC_IN_01_SEND_SUCCESS! CECI0145. CECI[port]45. Stop. CEC_IN_01_SEND_SUCCESS! CECI0146. CECI[port]46. Pause. CEC_IN_01_SEND_SUCCESS! CECI0148. CECI[port]48. Rewind. CEC_IN_01_SEND_SUCCESS! CECI0149. CECI[port]49. Fast forward. CEC_IN_01_SEND_SUCCESS! CECI014B. CECI[port]4B. Forward. CEC_IN_01_SEND_SUCCESS! CECI014C.

  • Page 53: Panel Drawing

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 9. Panel Drawing 9.1 HDBaseT 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix INPUT CLEAR EDID ENTER RECALL 436.4 mm Input De-embedded Output De-embedded ALL IN ALL OUT RS232 IR EYE TCP/IP 9.2 HDBaseT Receiver 115 mm UPDATE B UPDATE A CTRL...

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting & Maintenance

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 10. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Potential Causes Solutions Bad quality of the Try another high-quality cable. connecting cable. Output image with snowflake. Make sure the connection is Fail or loose connection. good. Check with oscilloscope or No signal at the input / multimeter if there is any signal output end.

  • Page 55: Customer Service

    4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit 11. Customer Service The return of a product to our Customer Service implies the full agreement of the terms and conditions hereinafter. There terms and conditions may be changed without prior notice. 1) Warranty The limited warranty period of the product is fixed three years. 2) Scope These terms and conditions of Customer Service apply to the customer service provided for the products or any other items sold by authorized distributor only.
  • Page 56 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Kit www.GeMNeXT.com GeMNeXT rights owned by AVDIS B.V. Tel: +31 (0)85 2100 614 Email: info@gemnext.com Website: www.gemnext.com Ambachtstraat 3A 3732 CN De Bilt The Netherlands...

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