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User Manual X2-88A Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 All Rights Reserved Version: X2-88A_2018V1.3 www.ute.de...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Preface Read this user manual carefully before using the product. Pictures are shown in this manual 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.
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To ensure 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 ⚫...
The X2-88A has 1 RS232 port and 1 TCP/IP port for convenient control from third-party. With its flexible design, X2-88A can be used for different project and tend to be an all- in-one solution. It is the combo solution for multimedia conference rooms, control rooms, broadcasting rooms, shopping center etc.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 1.3. Signal Card The matrix supports multiple signal cards as listed in the following charts: Signal Model Description 1080P seamless VGA input card with 4 VGA and 4 X2-4I-VA external L+R audio ports. 1080P VGA output card with 4 VGA and 4 external X2-4O-VG stereo audio ports.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2. Panel Description 2.1. Matrix Front Panel Name Description Built-in IR sensor to receive IR signal sent from IR remote. ① Power LED The LED illuminates red when power is applied. ② LCD Screen Shows real-time operation status.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3. Signal Cards The X2-88A support expansion through various changeable input/ output cards of different signals including DVI, HDMI, VGA, twisted pair, SDI etc. Here is a brief introduction to the changeable cards. 2.3.1. VGA Signal Cards...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 VGA- C-VIDEO: Signal Signal Other pins are not used. 2.3.1.1. X2-4I-VA: 1080P seamless VGA input card 1080P seamless VGA input card with 4 VGA and 4 external L+R audio ports. X2-4I-VA Supports seamless switching, it can be used in combination with other seamless ⚫...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.2. HDMI Signal Cards Pin layout of the HDMI connectors (female). Signal Signal TMDS Data 2+ SHELL TMDS Data 2 Hot Plug Detect Shield TMDS Data 2- +5V Power TMDS Data 1+ Ground TMDS Data 1...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.2.2. X2-4O-HS: 1080P seamless HDMI output card 1080P seamless HDMI output card with 4 HDMI and 4 external L+R audio ports. X2-4O-HS Supports seamless switching, it can be used in combination with other seamless ⚫...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.3. SDI Signal Cards 2.3.3.1. X2-4I-SS: 1080P seamless SDI input card 1080P seamless SDI input card with 4 SDI input and 4 loop output ports. X2-4I-SS Supports seamless switching, it can be used in combination with other seamless ⚫...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.4. DVI Signal Cards Pin Layout of the DVI-I connector (Dual-Link). (Female) Function Function T.M.D.S.Data2- T.M.D.S.Data3+ T.M.D.S.Data2+ +5V Power Ground (return for T.M.D.S. Data +5V, 2/4 Shield Hsync and Vsync) T.M.D.S. Data Hot Plug Detect T.M.D.S.
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Note: When connecting to VGA, YPbPr or C-VIDEO signal, insert converting cables according to specific pin definitions (see the figures below): DVI- C-VIDEO: ✓ Signal Yellow Other pins are unused. DVI- YPbPr: ✓ Signal...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.4.1. X2-4IDV: 1080p DVI input card 1080P DVI input card with 4 DVI ports. X2-4I-DV • Supports HDMI 1.3 and HDCP, but not supporting analogy signal. • Supports input resolution up to 1920x1080P@60Hz. • Supports embedded EDID management and DDC.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.4.3. X2-4I-DS: 1080P seamless DVI input card 1080P seamless DVI input card with 4 DVI ports. X2-4I-DS Supports seamless switching, it can be used in combination with other seamless ⚫ output signal card. Supports HDMI 1.3 and HDCP 1.4.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.5. HDBaseT Signal Cards How the indicators work: Color Definition Status The LED illuminates yellow when power is Yellow Power LED applied. The LED illuminates green when the port is Green Link LED successfully connected to other device by CATx cable.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.5.3. X2-4I-BTS: 1080P seamless HDBaseT input card 1080P seamless HDBaseT input card with 4 HDBT, 4 RS232 and 4 external stereo audio ports. X2-4I-BTS Supports seamless switching, it can be used in combination with other seamless ⚫...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.5.4. X2-4O-BTS: 1080P seamless HDBaseT output card 1080P seamless HDBaseT output card with 4 HDBT, 4 RS232 and 4 external stereo audio ports. X2-4O-BTS Supports seamless switching, it can be used in combination with other seamless ⚫...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.6. Optical Signal Cards 2.3.6.1. X2-4I-UFS: 1080P seamless OPTICAL input card 1080P seamless OPTICAL input card with 4 OPTICAL ports. X2-4I-UFS Supports seamless switching, it can be used in combination with other seamless ⚫ output signal card.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 2.3.6.2. X2-4O-UFS: 1080P seamless OPTICAL output card 1080P seamless OPTICAL output card with 4 OPTICAL ports. X2-4O-UFS Supports seamless switching, it can be used in combination with other seamless ⚫ input signal card. Supports output resolution selection, and it is up to 1920x1080P@60Hz.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 3. System Connection 3.1. Usage Precautions 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 and ⚫...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 4. Button Control The matrix can be rapidly controlled with its front panel buttons. Here is a brief operation guide. Format: “Input Channel” + “Switch Mode” +“Output Channel” Notes: “Switch Mode”: ⚫ ✓ AV: Switch AV signal from AV signal card and audio signal from audio card synchronously.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 5. IR Remote Control With the IR remote, the matrix could be controlled remotely. As the function buttons on the IR remote are the same with the ones on the front panel, the IR remote shares the same operations and commands with the control panel.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6. RS232 Control 6.1. RS232 Communication Port Except the front control panel and IR remote control, the matrix can be controlled by far-end control system via the 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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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 The interface of the control software is showed as below: Parameter configuration area Monitoring area, show the commands and its feedback information. Command sending area Please set the parameters of COM number, bound rate, data bit, stop bit and the parity bit correctly (Baud rate: 9600 , Data bit: 8 , Stop bit: 1 , Parity bit: none), then the RS232 commands can be sent in Command Sending Area.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3. RS232 Communication Command With this command system, users are able to control and operate the matrix with RS232 software remotely. Notes: Please disconnect all the twisted pairs before sending command EDIDUpgrade[X]. ⚫ In the commands, “[”and “]” are symbols for easy reading and do not need to be ⚫...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.1. System Control Command Command Description Feedback /*Type; Get the system model. xxxxx /%Lock; Lock front panel buttons. System Locked! /%Unlock; Unlock front panel buttons. System Unlock! /^Version; Get the firmware version. Vx.x.x Closed The /:MessageOff;...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.2. Signal Switching Command Command Description Feedback [x]All. Switch input [x] AV to all outputs. 01 To All Switch all input signal to the corresponding All#. All Through. output channel All$. Switch off all outputs.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.5. X2-4I-VA Input Card Command Command Description Feedback USER/I/[x]:0622%; Set the input [x] to VGA signal. 0622% USER/I/[x]:0623%; Set the input [x] to YPbPr signal. 0623% USER/I/[x]:0624%; Set the input [x] to S-VIDEO signal. 0624% USER/I/[x]:0625%;...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.6. X2-4O-VS Output Card Command Command Description Feedback USER/O/[x]:0201%; Set the output [x] to YPbPr signal. 0201% USER/O/[x]:0202%; Set the output [x] to VGA signal. 0202% USER/O/[x]:0203%; Set the output [x] to C-VIDEO signal. 0203%...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] Resolution USER/O/[x]:0814%; to1920x1080P@59Hz. Ou01 1920x1080P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0815%; 1920x1080P@50Hz. Ou01 1920x1080P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0816%;...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0831%; 1600x1200P@60Hz. Ou01 1600x1200P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0832%; 1440x900P@60Hz. Ou01 1440x900 P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0833%;...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.7. X2-4I-HS Input Card Command Command Description Feedback Set the image brightness of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:02xx%; 0299% xx, xx=00~99. Set the image contrast of input [x] to xx, USER/I/[x]:03xx%; 0399% xx=00~99. Set the image saturation of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:04xx%;...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Command Description Feedback Select external analog audio input as USER/I/[x]:0712%; 0712% audio source for input [x]. U.T.E. electronic GmbH & Co. KG www.ute.de...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.8. X2-4O-HS Output Card Command Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0804%; 1280x720P@60Hz. Ou01 1280x720 P Set the resolution of output [x] Resolution USER/O/[x]:0813%; to1920x1080P@60Hz. Ou01 1920x1080P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0824%;...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.10. X2-4I-DS Input Card Command Command Description Feedback Set the image brightness of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:02xx%; 0299% xx, xx=00~99. Set the image contrast of input [x] to xx, USER/I/[x]:03xx%; 0399% xx=00~99. Set the image saturation of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:04xx%;...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Set the signal format of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0686%; 0686% HDMI. USER/I/[x]:0687%; Set the signal format of input [x] to DVI. 0687% U.T.E. electronic GmbH & Co. KG www.ute.de...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.11. X2-4O-DS Output Card Command Command Description Feedback USER/O/[x]:0201%; Set the output [x] to YPbPr signal. 0201% USER/O/[x]:0202%; Set the output [x] to VGA signal. 0202% USER/O/[x]:0203%; Set the output [x] to C-VIDEO signal. 0203%...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] Resolution USER/O/[x]:0814%; to1920x1080P@59Hz. Ou01 1920x1080P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0815%; 1920x1080P@50Hz. Ou01 1920x1080P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0816%;...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0831%; 1600x1200P@60Hz. Ou01 1600x1200P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0832%; 1440x900P@60Hz. Ou01 1440x900 P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0833%;...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.12. X2-4I-SS Input Card Command Command Description Feedback Set the image brightness of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:02xx%; 0299% xx, xx=00~99. Set the image contrast of input [x] to xx, USER/I/[x]:03xx%; 0399% xx=00~99. Set the image saturation of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:04xx%;...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.13. X2-4O-SS Output Card Command Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0804%; 1280x720P@60Hz. Ou01 1280x720 P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0806%; 1280x720P@50Hz. Ou01 1280x720 P Set the resolution of output [x] Resolution USER/O/[x]:0810%;...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.15. X2-4I-BTS Input Card Command Command Description Feedback Set the image brightness of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:02xx%; 0299% xx, xx=00~99. Set the image contrast of input [x] to xx, USER/I/[x]:03xx%; 0399% xx=00~99. Set the image saturation of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:04xx%;...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Command Description Feedback HDMI. Select HDMI embedded audio as audio USER/I/[x]:0711%; 0711% source for input [x]. Select external analog audio input as USER/I/[x]:0712%; 0712% audio source for input [x]. U.T.E. electronic GmbH & Co. KG...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.16. X2-4O-BTS Output Card Command Command Description Feedback USER/O/[x]:0110%; Enable the analog audio output [x]. 0110% USER/O/[x]:0111%; Disable the analog audio output [x]. 0111% Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0800%; 720x480i@60Hz. Ou01 720x480 I...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0815%; 1920x1080P@50Hz. Ou01 1920x1080P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0816%; 1920x1080P@30Hz. Ou01 1920x1080P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0817%;...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0832%; 1440x900P@60Hz. Ou01 1440x900 P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0833%; 1440x900P@75Hz. Ou01 1440x900 P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0837%;...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.17. X2-4I-UFS Input Card Command Command Description Feedback Set the image brightness of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:02xx%; 0299% xx, xx=00~99. Set the image contrast of input [x] to xx, USER/I/[x]:03xx%; 0399% xx=00~99. Set the image saturation of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:04xx%;...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 6.3.18. X2-4O-UFS Output Card Command Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0800%; 720x480i@60Hz. Ou01 720x480 I Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0801%; 720x576i@50Hz. Ou01 720x576 I Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0802%;...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0816%; 1920x1080P@30Hz. Ou01 1920x1080P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0817%; 1920x1080P@29Hz. Ou01 1920x1080P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0818%;...
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Command Description Feedback Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0833%; 1440x900P@75Hz. Ou01 1440x900 P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0837%; 1920x1200P@60Hz. Ou01 1920x1200 Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0839%;...
IP and Gateway can be changed as you need, Serial Port cannot be changed. 7.1.1. Controlled by Single PC Connect a computer to the TCP/IP port of the X2-88A, and set its network segment to the same as the default IP of the X2-88A (192.168.0.178).
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 7.1.2. Controlled by PC(s) in LAN The X2-88A 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. When control, just make sure the X”-88A’s network segment is the same with the router.
7.2. TCP/IP Communication Software (Exampled by TCPUDP software) 1) Connect a computer and X2-88A to the same network. Open the TCPUDP software (or any other TCP/IP communication software) and create a connection, enter the IP address and port of X2-88A (default IP: 192.168.0.178, port:4001):...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 7.3. Port Management Type the designed website 192.168.0.178:100 in your browser. Enter correct username and password to log in the WebServer: • Username: admin; • Password: admin Here is the main configuration interface of the WebServer: In this interface, you can: Change website display language.
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 8. Specification Main Unit 8.1. Control Part Serial Control Port RS232, 9- female D connector Configuration 2 = TX, 3 = RX, 5 = GND Installation Rack Mountable Front Panel Control Buttons Option TCP/IP control...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 8.2.4. DVI Signal Cards 8.2.4.1. X2-4I-DV Video Input (4) DVI Input Connector (4) Female DB24+5 Input Level T.M.D.S. 2.9V~3.3V 75Ω Input Impedance General Gain 0 dB Bandwidth 340 MHz (10.2 Gbit/s) DVI 1.0/ HDMI 1.3 full digital T.M.D.S signal...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 8.2.4.2. X2-4O-DV Video Output (4) DVI Output Connector (4) Female DB24+5 output Level T.M.D.S. 2.9V~3.3V 75Ω Output Impedance General Gain 0 dB Bandwidth 340 MHz (10.2 Gbit/s) DVI 1.0/ HDMI 1.3 full digital T.M.D.S signal...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 8.2.4.3. X2-4I-DS Video Input (4) DVI Input Connector (4) Female DB24+5 Input Level T.M.D.S. 2.9V~3.3V 75Ω Input Impedance General Gain 0 dB Bandwidth 340 MHz (10.2 Gbit/s) DVI,HDMI,VGA,C-VIDEO,YPbPr Video Signal Format Max Time-delay 5nS (±1nS) Crosstalk <-50dB@5MHz...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 8.2.4.4. X2-4O-DS Video Output (4) DVI Output Connector (4) Female DB24+5 output Level T.M.D.S. 2.9V~3.3V 75Ω Output Impedance General Gain 0 dB Bandwidth 340 MHz (10.2 Gbit/s) DVI,HDMI,VGA,C-VIDEO,YPbPr Video Signal Format Max Time-delay 5nS (±1nS) Crosstalk <-50dB@5MHz...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 9. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Potential Causes Solutions Bad quality of the Try another high quality connecting cable cable Output image with ghost Impropriate image Adjust corresponding image setting of the displayer settings Output image with color...
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RS232 port If your problem persists after following the above troubleshooting steps, seek further help from authorized dealer or our technical support (info@ute.de). U.T.E. electronic GmbH & Co. KG www.ute.de...
X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 10. After-sales/ Customer Service If there appear some problems when running the Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8, please check and deal with the problems referring to this user manual. Any transport costs are borne by the users during the warranty.
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X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 5) Technical Support: Email to our after-sales department or make a call, please inform us the following information about your cases. • Product version and name. • Detailed failure situations. • The formation of the cases.
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