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User Manual Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher All Rights Reserved Version: ATHENA 44HB_2019V1.0...
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 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.
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 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 ⚫...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Table of Contents 1. Product Introduction ....................1 1.1 Introduction to ATHENA 44HB ................1 1.2 Features ......................1 1.3 Package List ...................... 2 2. Specification ....................... 3 3. Panel Description ......................5 3.1 Front Panel ......................
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.7 Network Setting ....................28 6.8 Access Setting ....................29 6.9 GUI Upgrade ....................30 7. IR Control ........................31 7.1 IR Remote Control ................... 31 7.2 IR Pass-through Control .................. 32 7.2.1 Control Local Input Device from Local ...........
1. Product Introduction 1.1 Introduction to ATHENA 44HB The ATHENA 44HB is a professional 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT matrix switcher! 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 230 feet (70 meters) over a single CATx Ethernet cable.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 2. Specification Video Input Input (4) HDMI Input Connector (4) Type-A female HDMI HDMI Input Resolution Up to 4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4, HDR10,1080p 3D Video Output Output (4) HDBaseT, (4) HDMI Output Connector (4) RJ45, (1) Type-A female HDMI Up to 4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4, HDR10, 1080p 3D.
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Control Part (4) IR IN, (1) IR ALL IN, (4) IR OUT, (1) IR ALL OUT, (1) IR EYE, Control port (5) RS232, (1) FIRWARE, (1) TCP/IP Control Connector (11) 3.5mm jacks, (5) 3-pin terminal blocks, (1) Type-A USB, (1) RJ45...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 3. Panel Description 3.1 Front Panel MENU/ PRESET BACK DOWN ① LCD Screen: Presents real-time operation status. ② Power LED: Illuminates RED when the device is in standby mode, illuminates GREEN when device is powered on.
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher associated with the respective HDBaseT output and cannot be switched separately. It makes up a bi-directional IR transmission with the IR OUT on the corresponding HDBaseT receiver. ALL IN: 3.5mm jack to connect the IR receiver to transmit the IR signal from ⚫...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 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 and ⚫...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 5. Button Control The matrix switcher 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.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 5.2 Panel Button Locking/Unlocking HDBT Matrix System Locked Press and hold at least three seconds. HDBT Matrix System Unlocked Press and hold to unlock. 5.3 Status Information Inquiry Status Info <...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 5.4 EDID Management The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) is used by the source device to match its video resolution with the connected display. By default, the four source devices invoke the fifth built-in EDID: 4K@60Hz HDR 2CH.
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher To copy the EDID data from one HDMI output to one or several inputs: ⚫ Example: Input 1 and 2 learn the EDID data of HDMI output 4. Learn HDBT OUT Learn HDMI OUT <...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 4K30HDR 2CH < Press to confirm. 5.5 Audio Setting The matrix switcher provides four analog L+R audio output ports and four digital SPDIF output ports for audio de-embedding. The audio source selection of these eight audio output ports, and the L+R audio volume can be controlled by the front panel buttons.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher L+R Output Audio Volume Control ⚫ Example: Set the audio volume of L+R OUT 2 port. Press Press to select AUDIO Setting. AUDIO Setting < IP Address Press to enter the tab.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6. GUI Control The switcher can also be controlled via TCP/IP. The default IP settings are: IP Address: 192.168.0.178 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Type 192.168.0.178 in the internet browser, it will enter the below log-in webpage:...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.1 Signal 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.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.2 Display Control If the input source devices, HDBaseT output devices and local HDMI output devices support CEC, they can be controlled via the following CEC interface. 1) Input Source Device Control Select one or several HDMI input source devices to be controlled, and then press ⚫...
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 2) HDBT Output Device Control Select one or several HDBaseT output devices to be controlled, and then press ⚫ function buttons.
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 3) HDMI Output Device Control Select one or several HDMI output devices to be controlled, and then press ⚫ function buttons.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.3 Audio Setting Audio Source Selection ⚫ • There are eight audio sources can be selected for four analog L+R audio output ports, and twelve audio sources can be selected for four digital SPDIF output ports.
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher L+R Output Audio Volume Control ⚫ • Adjust L+R output audio volume by the volume bar and the three buttons on the right side.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.4 Configuration 6.4.1 Down-scaling • Enable/disable video resolution down-scaling function of HDMI output 1~4 ports. When enable down-scaling, the 4K input can be automatically degraded to 1080p output for compatibility with 1080p display which is connected to the HDMI output...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.4.2 HDCP Setting • Set the HDCP mode of HDMI and HDBaseT outputs to Passive or Active. Mode Description Automatically follows the HDCP version of source Passive device. If the input video has HDCP content, the ⚫...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.4.3 EDID Copy • Copy the EDID data from a single output port to one or several input ports. Operation: 1) Select one output port. 2) Select one or several input ports. Press ALL to select all input ports.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.4.4 EDID Setting Click EDID Setting to enter the below section to set a predefined EDID for input ports. • Select a built-in EDID for one or several input ports. Operation: 1) Select a built-in EDID.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.5 RS232 Control Send RS232 commands to control third-party devices which are connected to the ⚫ far-end HDBaseT receivers. Operation: 1) Select the HDBaseT port which is connected to HDBaseT receiver which must have third-party device attached.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.6 Tag Setting 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.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.8 Access Setting Reset the login admin and user password. ⚫ Lock or unlock the front panel buttons. ⚫ Get the GUI and firmware version. ⚫ Click Confirm to save any changes or click Cancel to cancel any changes that have...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 6.9 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.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 7. IR Control 7.1 IR Remote Control The matrix switcher has a built-in IR sensor on the front panel for receiving IR control signal from IR remote. In addition, it also provides IR EYE port on the rear panel to connect an external IR receiver for IR local control.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 7.2 IR Pass-through Control The matrix switcher 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.
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 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...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 7.2.2 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 ⚫...
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Control local input device through IR ALL OUT port ⚫ The emitter can be connected to the IR ALL OUT port on matrix switcher to control all local input devices. In this case, the IR receiver must be connected to the IR IN port on...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 7.2.3 Control Remote Output Device from Local The remote displays can be controlled from the local matrix switcher location. Control remote device through IR IN port ⚫ Example: Switch HDMI input 3 to HDBaseT output 3.
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Control remote device through IR ALL IN port ⚫ The receiver can be connected to the IR ALL IN port on matrix switcher to control all remote output devices. In this case, the IR emitter must be connected to the IR OUT...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 8. RS232 Control 8.1 RS232 Control Connection 8.1.1 Control the Matrix Switcher from Local To control the matrix switcher from a local PC, the 3-pin to DB9 RS232 Cable is used to connect between the matrix and PC.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 8.1.2 Control the Matrix Switcher from Remote To control the matrix switcher from remote location, please connect one or more PCs to the RS232 ports of HDBaseT receivers with the 3-pin to DB9 RS232 Cables.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 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 switcher with 3-pin to DB9 RS232 Cable, then connect a third-party device (e.g.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 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.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 8.2 RS232 Control Software If the matrix switcher 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.
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 8.3 RS232 Commands 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 All commands need to be ended with “<CR><LF>”.
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Command Description Command Example and Feedback @Turn ON 5V On HDBT O1 @Turn ON 5V On HDBT O1 @Turn ON 5V On HDBT O1 @Turn ON 5V On HDMI O1 @Turn ON 5V On HDMI O1...
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Command Description Command Example and Feedback 1 2 3 4 @LINK Y Y Y Y @OUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 @LINK Y N N Y Y Y Y Y...
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Command Description Command Example and Feedback #STA_PHDBT Query PoC out statue of #STA_PHDBT HDBT @HDBT Power ON #STA_DS @HDMI OUT 1 Down Scale OFF Query statue of HDMI #STA_DS @HDMI OUT 2 Down Scale OFF...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Command Description Command Example and Feedback outputs @Switch HDMI Input 1 Audio to Analog Output 1 @Analog Output 1 Volume UnMute @Analog Output 1 Volume at 60 @Switch HDMI Input 2 Audio to Analog Output 2...
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Command Description Command Example and Response IR output 3 @Switch all Remote IR inputs to local IR output 3 Open HDBT Remote RX IR IN Control #IRRCM00ON MCU. @IR Remote 01 Control MCU ON...
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Command Description Command Example and Response #@HDMI O1 Turn on HDMI/HDBT output 5V. #@HDMI O1 #@HDBT O1 [xx]:HDMI/HDBT Output #@HDMI OA OA ,all HDMI/HDBT Outputs @Turn ON 5V On HDMI O1...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 8.3.4 EDID Management Command Description Command Example and Response #EDIDMInit Reset factory default EDID to all #EDIDMInit input ports. @All Input EDID Set Default Upgrade the EDID data of the input #EDIDUpgrade H1 port [XX].
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher Command Description Command Example and Response [YY]=H1,H2, H3, H4, HA. @H1 EDID Copy from HDMI O1 send data to remote RX #/+3/01:123456 [X]: baudrate 1—2400; 2--4800; 3--9600; 4--19200; 5--38400; #/+[X]/[yy]:xxx 6--57600; 7--115200;...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 8.3.5 Down-Scaling and RS232 Setting Command Description Command Example and Response Set local HDMI output down scale #SET HDMI O1 DS ON #SET [XX] DS ON [XX] is for HDMI O1, HDMI O2,...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 8.3.7 Command Description and Explanation Stoltzen's Remarks category Description code Video HDMI Input 1 Video HDMI Input 2 HDMI inputs Video HDMI Input 3 Video HDMI Input 4 Video HDMI Output 1...
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Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher local IR outputs on Athena 44HB Local IR output 1 IRLO1 local IR outputs on Athena 44HB Local IR output 2 IRLO2 IR outputs on matrix local IR outputs on Athena 44HB...
Stoltzen ATHENA 44HB 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 9. Firmware Upgrade Please follow the steps as below to upgrade firmware by the FW port on the rear panel: 1) Prepare the latest two upgrade files and rename them as “08010000.APP” and “08010000.APS”...
4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 11. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Potential Causes Solutions Bad quality of the connecting Try another high-quality cable. cable. Output image with snowflake. Fail or loose connection. Make sure the connection is good. Check with oscilloscope or No signal at the input / output multimeter if there is any signal at the end.
4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 12. 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.
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