Lightware MMX8x4-HT420M User Manual
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- Page 1 User’s Manual MMX8x4-HT420M MMX8x4-HT400MC MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 Multiport Matrix Switcher v1.7 19-11-2020...
- Page 2 MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Important Safety Instructions Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Common Safety Symbols WEEE Class I apparatus construction. Symbol Description This marking shown on the product or its literature, This equipment must be used with a mains power system with a indicates that it should not be disposed with other protective earth connection.
- Page 3 The following symbols and markings are used in the document: All presented functions refer to the indicated products. The Lightware Visual Engineering supports green technologies and descriptions have been made during testing these functions in eco-friend mentality. Thus, this document is made for digital usage...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
5.14.2. USB 2.0 Interface ................52 6.11.6. USB Switch Tab ................80 4.2.2. Analog Stereo Audio ............... 30 6.11.7. Macros ................... 81 6. SOFTWARE CONTROL – LIGHTWARE DEVICE CONTROLLER ..54 4.2.3. Microphone IN ................. 30 6.11.8. Variables ..................82 4.2.4. RS-232 Connector ................30 6.1. Install and Upgrade ..............55 6.12. Event Manager ................84... - Page 5 MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.13. Settings Menu ................88 7.5. Network Configuration ............101 8.6. Switching and Crosspoint Settings .........111 6.13.1. Status ..................... 88 7.5.1. Query the Current IP Status ............101 8.6.1. Query the Video Crosspoint State ..........111 6.13.2. Network ..................88 7.5.2. Set the IP Address .................
- Page 6 MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.10.4. Advanced Analog Audio Output ..........126 8.17.3. Sending a TCP Binary Message (HEX-format) ......137 8.22.4. Triggering a Condition ..............147 8.10.5. Audio Presets ................128 8.17.4. Sending UDP Message (ASCII-format) ........137 8.22.5. Querying the Condition Counter ..........147 8.10.6. Delete a Preset ................
- Page 7 12.8. Port Numbering ..............185 12.8.1. MMX8x4-HT400MC ..............185 12.8.2. MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A ..............186 12.8.3. MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 ............186 12.8.4. MMX8x4-HT420M ............... 187 12.9. Conditions in the Wizard Tab of the Event Manager .....188 12.10. Actions in the Wizard Tab of the Event Manager ....188 12.11. Hashtag Keyword List ............190 12.12. Firmware Release Notes ............191 12.13. Factory EDID List ..............192...
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Page 8: Introduction
1. Introduction MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual I ntroduction Thank you for choosing Lightware’s MMX8x4-HT series device. In the first chapter we would like to introduce the device highlighting the most important features in the below listed sections: ç Description ç... -
Page 9: Description
4:4:4, 60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0), 3D capabilities and HDCP are fully supported. In MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models the special Audio Input Block includes input ports for microphone and line-in. The built-in sound mixer DSP allows for free mixing of the audio signals from the de-embedded HDMI, the microphone or the line-in. -
Page 10: Box Contents
CAT5e type, 2-pole 3-pole 5-pole 8-pole connector panel 2-pole connector 0.25 m length Connector Connector Connector Connector MMX8x4-HT400MC MMX8x4-HT420M MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 1.3. Model Comparison Inputs... -
Page 11: Features
Batch of Commands Controllable relay modules up to 30V, 1A support. A batch of LW3 commands (salvo) can be run by the Lightware device either by a previously stored macro or by sending a file to the device with the desired commands. -
Page 12: Feature Availability
1. Introduction MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 1.4.2. Feature Availability Advanced Control Pack v3 Basic Features (from firmware pack v1.3.0) RS-232 11 0100 1 11 0100 1 MMX8x4-HT420M ... -
Page 13: Typical Application
1. Introduction MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 1.5. Typical Application MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A MMX8x4-HT400MC MMX8x4-HT420M Applied firmware package: v1.3.0 | LDC software: v2.4.2... - Page 14 1. Introduction MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 - Small room application #new MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 - Divisible room application #new Applied firmware package: v1.3.0 | LDC software: v2.4.2...
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Page 15: Product Overview
2. Product Overview MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Product Overview The following sections are about the physical structure of the device, input/ output ports and connectors: ç Front View ç Rear View ç Status LEDs ç Front Panel LCD Menu Operations ç... -
Page 16: Front View
2. Product Overview MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 2.1. Front View USB Port USB connector for local control functions (e.g. Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT400MC, MMX8x4-HT420M software). POWER LED indicates that the unit is powered on. POWER LED The unit is powered off or internal voltage problem. -
Page 17: Rear View
The phantom power is turned off. RS-232 port 3-pole Phoenix connectors (2x) for bi-directional RS-232 communication. Local control functions (e.g. Lightware Device Controller software) and message sending are also possible via RS-232 port. See more details in RS-232 Connector section. - Page 18 2. Product Overview MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A Ethernet ports The two RJ45 connector for Ethernet (to control the unit or to pass- 8 9 q through). They are in the same local network. GPIO port 8-pole Phoenix connector for configurable general purpose I I R R O O U U T T RS232...
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Page 19: Front Panel Control
3. Front Panel Control MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Front Panel Control The following sections are about front panel operation of the device and the status LEDs: ç Mounting Options -Standard Rack Installation ç Electrical Connections ç... -
Page 20: Status Leds
Front panel Device Info The matrix unit is NOT powered or out of operation. Factory Defaults Reset Device Bootload Mode MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models Ports REAR Video Status Phantom power is turned on. Video Settings Phantom power is turned off. -
Page 21: System Settings Menu
3. Front Panel Control MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 3.2.1. System Settings Menu Device Info Submenu #firmwareversion In this submenu you can check basic information about the matrix unit: Network Submenu #dhcp #ipaddress #network ▪ Serial number The parameters of the network connection can be set in this submenu. -
Page 22: Ports Menu
3. Front Panel Control MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 3.2.2. Ports Menu Video Settings Submenu for Input Ports #hdcp ▪ HDCP Enable (Disabled / Enabled) When entering the menu the available video input and output ports are listed. The icons display information about the port and the video signal (see below table). -
Page 23: Edid Menu
#balance #volume #mic #microphone Save Submenu INFO: O5 port of MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models contains The EDID of a connected sink can be saved to the User EDID memory as follows: the audio settings. It refers to the advanced audio port. Step 1. Navigate to the EDID/Save submenu. -
Page 24: Crosspoint Menu
3. Front Panel Control MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 3.2.5. Crosspoint Menu 3.3. Front Panel Button Operations Crosspoint settings can be viewed and switched in the front panel LCD menu. DIFFERENCE: Front panel buttons are available in MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A and MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 models. #crosspoint #switch 3.3.1. Control Lock Switch Submenu... -
Page 25: View Crosspoint State
3. Front Panel Control MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 3.3.3. View Crosspoint State 3.3.4. Switching Operations The current switching status can be checked on the front panel by using the front panel buttons. The crosspoint Switching in Take Mode #crosspoint #switch state is displayed slightly different in Take or Autotake modes because of the different switching methods. -
Page 26: Output Lock
#buttonlock #lockbutton Using Lightware routers it is possible to lock a destination. This feature prevents an accidental switching to the locked destination in case of an important signal. Locking a destination means that no input selection or muting action can be executed on that particular destination. - Page 27 3. Front Panel Control MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Loading a Preset in Take Mode View Locked Outputs Step 1. Press and release the Load preset button. Step 2. Press and release the desired source (memory address) button (source 1 to 8). Step 3.
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Page 28: Installation
4. Installation MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Installation The chapter is about the installation of the device and connecting to other appliances, presenting also the mounting options and further assembly steps. ç HDMI and TPS Matrix Concept ç... -
Page 29: Mounting Options -Standard Rack Installation
4. Installation MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 4.1. Mounting Options -Standard Rack Installation ATTENTION! Always use all the four screws for fixing the rack shelf ears to the rack rail. Choose properly sized screws for mounting. Keep minimum two threads left after the nut screw. The matrix can be mounted in several ways by the supplied two rack ears. -
Page 30: Electrical Connections
4. Installation MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 4.2. Electrical Connections 4.2.4. RS-232 Connector The receiver contains a 3-pole Phoenix connector which is used for RS-232 serial connection. 4.2.1. HDMI Input and Output Ports The matrix switchers are assembled with standard 19-pole HDMI connectors with screw lock for inputs and Pin nr. -
Page 31: Control Ethernet Port
MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT400M models have TPS connector. Lightware recommends the termination of LAN cables on the basis of TIA/EIA T 568 A or TIA/EIA T 568 B This variant provides four standard RJ45 connectors for TPS input ports. Not PoE-compatible. -
Page 32: Gpio - General Purpose Input/Output Ports
4. Installation MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 4.2.9. GPIO - General Purpose Input/Output Ports 4.2.10. Relay Connector DIFFERENCE: MMX8x4-HT400M and MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 models DIFFERENCE: MMX8x4-HT400M model have Relay connector. have GPIO connector. The device contains a 8-pole Phoenix connector which is used for relay connection. The relays are potential The matrix is supplied a 8-pole Phoenix connector with six GPIO pins, which free. -
Page 33: Connecting Steps
Optionally for audio input: connect the audio source (e.g. media player) to the audio input port by an audio cable. Optionally connect the USB cable in order to control the matrix switcher via Lightware Device Controller software. Optionally connect the UTP cable (straight or cross, both are supported) in order to control the matrix switcher via the Lightware Device Controller software. -
Page 34: Powering On
Optionally connect a serial device (e.g projector) to the 3-pole Phoenix connector to transmit RS-232 RS-232 commands. Optionally connect the USB cable in order to control the matrix switcher via Lightware Device Controller software. Optionally connect the UTP cable (straight or cross, both are supported) in order to control the matrix switcher via the Lightware Device Controller software. -
Page 35: Installation Guide For Connecting A Microphone
2 seconds to activate phantom power. These settings can be done from a computer using the Software Control – Lightware Device Lightware Device Controller (LDC) software. The application is available at www.lightware.com, install it on a Port Property Value LW3 command Controller Windows PC or a macOS and connect to the device via LAN, USB, RS-232. -
Page 36: Device Concept
5. Device Concept MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual D evice Concept MMX8x4 series devices are multifunctional audio/video matrix switchers with eight inputs and four outputs. The matrix gives the possibility to route many kinds of signal formats including TPS and other available interfaces. This chapter is about to present the features and limitations of these interfaces. -
Page 37: Hdmi And Tps Matrix Concept
5. Device Concept MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 5.1. HDMI and TPS Matrix Concept Summary of Interfaces - MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A Summary of Interfaces - MMX8x4-HT400MC Summary of Interfaces - MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 Summary of Interfaces - MMX8x4-HT420M Applied firmware package: v1.3.0 | LDC software: v2.4.2... -
Page 38: Tps Interface
The matrix gives the possibility to route many kinds of signal formats including TPS and other available interfaces. This chapter is about to present the features and limitations of these interfaces. LPPF1 HDBaseT Auto ATTENTION! MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models have different signal extension LPPF1 LPPF1 LPPF1 LPPF1 capability. Please check the TPS cable length in the Maximum Extension Distances section. -
Page 39: Power Over Ethernet (Poe)
The video crosspoint settings can be controlled by any of the following ways: The TPS ports of the matrix are in accordance with IEEE 802.3af (PoE) standard. The feature is demonstrated ▪ Using Lightware Device Controller (for more information, see Crosspoint Menu section), on below figure: ▪... -
Page 40: Port Diagram Of Mmx8X4-Ht420M
5.3.4. The Autoselect Feature The following figure describes the port diagram of the MMX8x4-HT420M matrix: The autoselect mode can be set on output ports for each input with Lightware Device (LDC) Controller software (see more info about it in HDMI and TPS Output Port Properties... -
Page 41: Audio Interface
Input or output, depending on the configuration. Sum of the analog audio inputs and outputs is six. Advanced audio settings The MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models have a dedicated Special Audio Input block with input ports for microphone and advanced analog line-in. The built-in... -
Page 42: Mmx8X8-Hdmi-4K-A And Mmx8X8-Hdmi-4K-A-Usb20
HDMI out and TPS out (embedded audio): This is the embedded audio of the incoming video signal. This setting can be found only in I5 and I6 ports of MMX8x4-HT420M model and I2, I4, I6, I8, O2, O4 ports of MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A and MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 models. - Page 43 5.4.4.6. MIC IN Advanced Analog Audio OUT Input port properties: Set the Audio mode to Embed from aux audio, then analog audio input settings are available. In MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models Take care of the proper mute state, volume and gain values. For LW3 command see...
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Page 44: Ethernet Interface
TPS stream into video, audio, RS-232, power and Ethernet signal. These signals are This setting can be found only in I5 and I6 ports of MMX8x4-HT420M model. HDMI audio passthrough is the packed into the TPS signal by the converter, as well.) default audio mode in the other ports and this property can not be changed. -
Page 45: Tcp Recognizer
5. Device Concept MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 5.5.1. TCP Recognizer Ethernet Interface - Example DIFFERENCE: Below mentioned features are available from FW package v1.3.0. The feature is almost the same as in case of the RS-232 but for the network interface: the incoming TCP messages can be processed which may trigger actions. -
Page 46: Infra Interface
Learn IR code Step 1. Connect a Lightware device which has IR detector unit (e.g. UMX-TPS-140) with a terminal program. Step 2. Push the proper button of the remote control to scan the IR codes in hex format. Step 3. Remove all the non-hexadecimal characters (e.g. spaces, h characters etc.) from the code. -
Page 47: Serial Interface
(operation mode is always command injection). MMX8x4-HT400MC Tx, Rx 2-pole Phoenix RJ45 4x Tx, Rx RJ45 1x Tx, Rx Phoenix 3-pole MMX8x4-HT420M Tx, Rx 2-pole Phoenix RJ45 6x Tx, Rx RJ45 1x Tx, Rx Phoenix 3-pole MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A... -
Page 48: Serial Port Operation Modes
RS-232 port. That also works in the opposite direction. In MMX8x4-HT420M model, the method is the same on the serial interface of the TPS port. Sending message from a remote TPS device via TPS port to the RS-232 port of the matrix is also possible, but connecting the Ethernet link to the TPS port with patch cables is needed. -
Page 49: Recognizer
This feature allows the LW device to be controlled over HTTP. In this case, a batch of commands is sent over HTTP to the Lightware device for processing. Save the LW3 commands into a file, post it to the <IP_address>/protocol.lw3 file and the commands are processed immediately. -
Page 50: Gpio Interface
5.9. GPIO Interface 5.10. Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) Interface DIFFERENCE: The MMX8x4-HT420M and MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 models have GPIO connector. DIFFERENCE: Below mentioned features are available from firmware v1.1.0. The GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output) port is a multifunctional input/output interface to control the matrix The CEC is a bi-directional communication, defined in the HDMI standard. -
Page 51: The Event Manager Feature
DIFFERENCE: Below mentioned features are available from FW package v1.3.0. Lightware devices which are not protected by the login, so you can disable them if necessary. Example: due The AND Operator to the working method of the LW2 communication, the Cleartext login does not provide protection when LW2 command is sent to the device, that is why the TCP port no.10001 shall be blocked manually. -
Page 52: Relay Interface
All models can be controlled over front panel USB port (mini B-type connector). This interface supports LW3 can be controlled by Lightware protocol commands (LW3) and Event manager actions can be assigned to protocol. The interface can be used to establish a connection to Lightware Device Controller software. - Page 53 5. Device Concept MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Device5VEnable Application of USB - Example This function allows sending 5V power to the device. Most USB devices powered by this 5V, so disable and enable this property is equal with unplug and plug the USB connector. The Concept The voice and the picture of the webcam comes over USB-A ports (Device1 and Device2 ) to the matrix and transmitted towards the Mac Mini via USB-B port (PC1).
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Page 54: Software Control - Lightware Device Controller
Software Control – Lightware Device Controller The matrix can be controlled by a computer through the LAN or USB ports using Lightware Device Controller (LDC). The software can be installed on a Windows PC or macOS. The application can be downloaded from www.lightware.com. -
Page 55: Install And Upgrade
The Device Discovery window appears automatically and the program checks the available updates on Lightware’s website and opens the update window if LDC updates are found. The current and the update version number can be seen at the top of the window and they are shown in this window even with the snapshot install. -
Page 56: Device Discovery Window
The Ethernet tab consists of two lists: Favorite Devices: You can add any Lightware device that is connected via Ethernet and no need to ▪ browse all the available devices. Devices can be added by pressing the Add button or marking the desired device by the symbol in the All Devices list. -
Page 57: Crosspoint Menu
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.4. Crosspoint Menu 6.4.1. Crosspoint Operations When LDC finds the device, it determines the product type, and the LDC starts with the default page, showing Switching the Crosspoint menu. #crosspoint #switch... -
Page 58: Port Properties Windows
HDCP setting (enable / disable); ▪ TPS mode (Auto / HDBaseT / LPPF1 in MMX8x4-HT400MC model and Auto / HDBaseT / Longreach / LPPF1 / LPPF2 in MMX8x4-HT420M model). See more details about this setting in TPS Interface section. ▪... -
Page 59: Hdmi Input Port Properties
The displayed configurable settings depends on the chosen audio mode. INFO: Audio mode is available at I5, I6 ports of MMX8x4-HT420M and I2, I4, I6, I8, O2, O4 ports of MMX8x8-HDMI- 4K-A model. Depending on the chosen audio mode the following parameters can be set: HDMI audio passthrough The embedded audio of the HDMI signal will be transmitted without any modification. -
Page 60: Hdmi And Tps Output Port Properties
MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.5.3. HDMI and TPS Output Port Properties Available Settings Mute/unmute the port; ▪ DIFFERENCE: Only the MMX8x4-HT420M model contains a TPS output port. Lock/unlock the port; ▪ ▪ Autoselect settings (see below) ▪ Signal type (Auto / DVI / HDMI);... -
Page 61: Cec Tool
The communication is displayed in the Received Command box. For the Layout of CEC panel in Lightware Device Contoller list of the commands see the CEC Command Sending section. -
Page 62: Diagnostic Tools
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.7. Diagnostic Tools INFO: You can find more details about maximum twisted pair cable distances in the Maximum Extension Distances section. 6.7.1. Cable Diagnostics Table and Chart Views DIFFERENCE: This tool is available in case of TPS ports only. -
Page 63: Framedetector
2 seconds. Frame Detector Window Lightware’s Frame Detector function works like a signal analyzer and makes possible to determine the exact video format that is present on the port, thus helps to identify many problems. E.g. actual timing parameters may differ from the expected and this may cause some displays to drop the picture. -
Page 64: Audio Tab
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.8. Audio Tab TIPS AND TRICKS: The entire view with full functionality of each channel is available by clicking on the DIFFERENCE: This submenu and the described functions are available for MMX8x4-HT400MC and channel separator button. -
Page 65: Equalization (Eq) Settings
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.8.3. Equalization (EQ) Settings TIPS AND TRICKS: Adjust the Low, Low-mid, High-mid, High values to 0 is recommended as the first step of the EQ settings. Pursue apply minimal modification of the original signal. -
Page 66: Scenes
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.8.6. Scenes Scenes 8 memory slots are available to save all audio properties of the audio mixer (Settings of Mic In, Audio In, Embedded or Aux In and Audio Out Channel). -
Page 67: Microphone Input Channel
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.8.7. Microphone Input Channel 6.8.8. Legend of Microphone Input Channel Channel name Displays the channel name. All the settings below belongs to the channel. Phantom power Keep pressed the button for more then 2 sec to switch on and off the 48V DC. - Page 68 6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Channel Presets Factory MIC presets Eight memory slots make possible to save the audio properties for each channel and reload them quick and Five factory presets are available for microphone input channel. These are specialized for easy.
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Page 69: Advanced Analog Input Channel
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.8.9. Advanced Analog Input Channel 6.8.10. Legend of Embedded or Advanced Input Channel This settings refers to the advanced analog audio signal. Channel name Displays the channel name. All the settings below belongs to the channel. -
Page 70: Embedded Or Analog Input Channel
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.8.11. Embedded or Analog Input Channel 6.8.12. Legend of Embedded or Advanced Input Channel This settings refers to the chosen audio of the embedded HDMI signal (or the analog audio signal). -
Page 71: Advanced Analog Output Channel
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.8.13. Advanced Analog Output Channel 6.8.14. Legend of Advanced Analog Output Channel This settings refers to the balanced analog output port. Channel name Displays the channel name. All the settings below belongs to the channel. -
Page 72: Presets Tab
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.9. Presets Tab Saving a Preset Save Step 1. Arrange the desired crosspoint connections. The matrix has six user-programmable presets. Each preset stores a configuration regarding the crosspoint Step 2. -
Page 73: Edid Menu
▪ User memory locations can be used to save custom EDIDs. In MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models: (U1 – U27) In MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A model: (U1 – U24) ▪ Emulated EDID list shows the currently emulated EDID for the inputs. The source column displays the memory location that the current EDID was routed from. -
Page 74: Edid Summary Window
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.10.4. Editing an EDID Importing an EDID Import Previously saved EDID (*.bin, *.dat or *.edid file) can be uploaded to the user memory: Select an EDID from the left panel and press the Edit button to display Advanced EDID Editor window. The editor can read and write all descriptors, which are defined in the standards, including the additional CEA Step 1. -
Page 75: Creating An Edid
MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.10.5. Creating an EDID Since above mentioned Advanced EDID Editor needs more complex knowledge about EDID, Lightware introduced a wizard-like interface for fast and easy EDID creation. With Easy EDID Creator it is possible to create custom EDIDs in four simple steps.For more details about EDID Editor please visit our website (www. -
Page 76: Control Menu
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.11. Control Menu ▪ Command injection port number; Control protocol: LW2 or LW3; #protocol ▪ 6.11.1. RS-232 Tab Message sending #message ▪ ▪ Reloading factory defaults (see the Factory Default Settings section). -
Page 77: Gpio Tab
Only MMX8x4-HT420M model has Relay port. GPIO tab in the Control menu Relay tab in Control menu in MMX8x4-HT420M model The GPIO port has 7 pins, which operate at TTL digital signal levels and can be controlled by LDC or protocol Four relays are built into the matrix switcher. -
Page 78: Ethernet
6.11.4. Ethernet HTTP Clients (HTTP Post and Put Message Sending) ATTENTION! This feature means posting or putting HTTP messages from the Lightware device to another Ethernet Ports device. Encrypted transmission (HTTPS) is not supported. Three ports are displayed in the Ethernet settings: Local, CPU, and TPS*. You can check the status of the The HTTP Clients tab allows sending HTTP post and put messages to the desired server IP:port no. - Page 79 Encrypted transmission (HTTPS) is not supported. TCP Recognizer section. #tcprecognizer #message In this case, a batch of commands can be sent over HTTP to the Lightware device for processing. Post the commands to the <IP_address>/protocol.lw3 address and the commands are processed immediately and sequentially. #http Control commands can be sent to the Lightware device, but it is not suitable for querying a parameter/status since the LW3 responses are not sent back to the sender.
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Page 80: Infra Tab
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.11.5. Infra Tab 6.11.6. USB Switch Tab ATTENTION! The device has no built-in Infrared transmitter. For the complete usage attach an IR emitter DIFFERENCE: Only MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 model has this Tab. -
Page 81: Macros
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.11.7. Macros DEFINITION: Macro is a batch of pre-defined commands stored in the device. #macro #new You can create your custom macros in a file, upload to the device and run at any time. The number of the macros depends on the device type, for example MMX8x4 can handle up to 50 macros. -
Page 82: Variables
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.11.8. Variables Value Section You can set the value of the variable by the field. The type of the variable is determined automatically based A brand new area is opened by implementing the variables. You can create custom variables in number on its value (numeric/string). - Page 83 6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Scan and Store This tool can be used to get the value (or a part) of an LW3 property. The defined path will be checked according to the pattern and the result will be saved into the variable (number or string type).
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Page 84: Event Manager
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.12. Event Manager 6.12.1. The Event Editor Press the Edit button in the desired Event line to open the Event editor window. #eventmanager The feature means that the device can sense changes on its ports and able to react according to the pre-defined settings. -
Page 85: Create Or Modify An Event
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.12.2. Create or Modify an Event The Link Tool The new interface allows creating more actions Wizard Mode for the same condition. In that case, a condition The wizard mode lists the most common can trigger more actions. -
Page 86: Special Tools And Accessories
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Linking a Macro (Action) Delay the Action no delay Condition = true Perform the action Macros stored in the device can be run In most cases the Action is as Actions. -
Page 87: Clear One Or More Event(S)
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.12.4. Clear One or More Event(s) Make sure that the serial line is established between the matrix and the projector. Check that the RS-232 settings of the matrix is set exactly the same which required for the projector: baud rate, data bits, parity, Clear an Event stop bits. -
Page 88: Settings Menu
Clicking on the Identify me button results the blinking of the status and crosspoint LEDs in green for 10 seconds. There are TCP/IP ports in Lightware devices which are not protected by the login, so you can disable them The feature helps to identify the device itself in the rack shelf. -
Page 89: Backup
#macfilter ▪ Controlling the device (Send option), or Querying parameters (Receive option) to/from the Lightware device. ▪ Do not forget to press the Apply changes button to store the new settings. ATTENTION! The first three lines (as seen in the picture) are factory default values and they are necessary for the proper working. -
Page 90: Configuration Cloning (Backup Tab)
Installing multiple devices with the same customized configuration settings can be done in a few easy steps: The configuration cloning of Lightware LW3 devices is a simple method that eliminates the need to repeatedly configure certain devices to have identical (non-factory) settings. If the devices are installed in the same Step 1. -
Page 91: Upload The Settings To A Device (Restore)
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.14.3. Upload the Settings to a Device (Restore) WARNING! Please note that the settings will be permanently overwritten with the restored parameters in the device. Withdrawal is not possible. -
Page 92: The Built-In Miniweb
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.15. The Built-in Miniweb 6.15.1. Opening the Miniweb The Miniweb is available by: DEFINITION: The miniweb is a dedicated location in the memory where an HTML file can be uploaded to. -
Page 93: The Default Status Page
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.15.2. The Default Status Page Customized HTML The default control page can be replaced in the LDC; navigate to the Settings/Status page. Custom HTML file If there is no control page uploaded, the default status page will be displayed (which is also available by can be uploaded by pressing the Choose file button. -
Page 94: Advanced View
6. Software Control – Lightware Device Controller MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 6.16. Advanced View Advanced view is the surface for displaying the LW3 protocol tree. Commands and specific parameters LW3 Protocol Help Short description about the command types and LW3 Protocol. -
Page 95: Lw2 Programmers' Reference
7. LW2 Programmers’ Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual L W2 Programmers’ Reference Lightware's MMX8x4-HT family can be controlled with external devices which can communicate according to the extender protocol. The supported LW2 commands are described in this chapter. ç Protocol Description ç... -
Page 96: Protocol Description
MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 7.1. Protocol Description 7.2. Instructions for the Terminal Application Usage The protocol description hereinafter stands for Lightware protocol. The commands can be sent to the device Terminal Application in RAW format via the TCP/IP port no. 10001. -
Page 97: General Lw2 Commands
(I:<PRODUCT_TYPE>)CrLf View the installed firmware package version. #firmwareversion Example Command and Response {i} {f} (I:MMX8x4-HT420M) (FW:<FW_VER>•<s>)CrLf 7.3.3. View Serial Number Parameters The device responds its 8-digit serial number. #serialnumber <FW_VER> is the firmware package version. It is followed by <s>... -
Page 98: Connection Test
Returns the date, when the microcontroller firmware was compiled. Example Command and Response {fc} {CT} (CF MMX8x4-HT420M 1.0.0b15 r17) (Complied: <DATE&TIME>)CrLf (SL END) Example The device has one control panel. -
Page 99: Restore Factory Default Settings
7. LW2 Programmers’ Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 7.3.13. Restore Factory Default Settings Example 2 {0@1} Settings can be reset to factory default values as follows: #factory (O01 I00) Command and Response ATTENTION! The response of this command does not show if the output is muted. To check the mute ... -
Page 100: Lock The Output
#switch {GETSIZE } (SIZE=8x5) {VC•<layer>} (ALL<layer>•<O01>•<O02>)CrLf INFO: In MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models five outputs means four video and one independent analog audio outputs). Parameters O01 shows the corresponding output’s connection state. Identifier Parameter description Parameter values <layer>... -
Page 101: Batch Switch Outputs
7. LW2 Programmers’ Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 7.4.9. Batch Switch Outputs 7.5. Network Configuration The device is capable of switching multiple outputs exactly at the same time. To do this, the normal switch 7.5.1. Query the Current IP Status commands have to be used. -
Page 102: Set The Subnet Mask
MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 7.5.3. Set the Subnet Mask 7.6. GPIO Settings Subnet mask can be set as follows. DIFFERENCE: This command is available in MMX8x4-HT420M and MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 models. Command and Response 7.6.1. Set GPIO State {IP_NETMASK=<subnet_mask>} GPIO state can be changed. -
Page 103: Lw2 Commands - Quick Summary
7. LW2 Programmers’ Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 7.8. LW2 Commands – Quick Summary Switch One Input to All Output General LW2 Commands {<in>@O} Mute Specified Output Querying the Supported Commands {#<out>•<layer>} {LCMD} Unmute Specified Output View Product Type ... -
Page 104: Lw3 Programmers' Reference
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual L W3 Programmers' Reference The device can be controlled through Lightware 3 (LW3) protocol commands to ensure the compatibility with other Lightware products. The supported LW3 commands are described in this chapter. -
Page 105: Overview
‘nodes’, ‘properties’ and ‘methods’. The VIDEO Advanced View of the Lightware Device Controller software is the perfect tool for browsing and learning how XP the LW3 protocol can be used in practice. -
Page 106: Command Types
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.3.3. Command Types 8.3.4. Prefix Summary DEFINITION: The prefix is a 2-character long code that describes the type of the response. GET command The following prefixes are defined in the LW3 protocol: The GET command can be used to get the child nodes, properties and methods of a specific node. -
Page 107: Signature
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.3.7. Signature 8.3.9. Notifications about the Changes of the Properties DEFINITION: The signature is a four-digit-long hexadecimal value that can be optionally placed before When the value of a property is changed and the user is subscribed to the node, which the property belongs every command to keep a command and the corresponding responses together as a group. -
Page 108: System Commands
ç GET /.SerialNumber pr·/.ProductName=<product_name> æ æ pr /.SerialNumber=00005484 Example 8.4.5. Querying the Package Version ç GET /.ProductName This command shows the installed firmware package version. æ pr /.ProductName=MMX8x4-HT420M Command and Response 8.4.2. Query the Device Label ç GET·/MANAGEMENT/UID.PackageVersion Command and Response pr·/MANAGEMENT/UID.PackageVersion=<package_version> æ GET·/MANAGEMENT/UID/DeviceLabel=<custom_name>... -
Page 109: Setting The Rotary Direction Of The Jog Dial Knob
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.4.8. Setting the Rotary Direction of the Jog Dial Knob 8.4.10. Control Lock Command and Response Enable/disable the operation of the jog dial control knob. #controllock SET·/MANAGEMENT/UI.RotaryDirection=<direction> Command and Response ç... -
Page 110: Cleartext Login Protection
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.5. Cleartext Login Protection 8.5.3. Logout from the Device Command and Response DIFFERENCE: This feature and below commands are available from firmware v1.3.0. ç CALL·/LOGIN:logout(<password>) This cleartext login tool allows setting a password for login, thus, any change in the device can be performed only after a successful login –... -
Page 111: Switching And Crosspoint Settings
I1 port is connected to O1,O2 and O5, I8 is connected to O3 and O4. 8.7.2. Unmute an Input Port INFO: The response depends on the number of the output ports. MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M Command and Response #unmute models have 4 output ports, MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A model has 8 output ports. -
Page 112: Lock An Input Port
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.7.5. Lock an Input Port 8.7.9. HDCP Setting (Input Port) Command and Response #lock HDCP capability can be enabled/disabled on the input ports, thus, non-encrypted content can be seen on a non-HDCP compliant display. -
Page 113: Query The Status Of Source Port
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.7.12. Query the Status of Source Port Example and Explanation (M00AA): Command and Response #portstatus ç GET·/MEDIA/VIDEO/XP.SourcePortStatus Unlocked, No embedded æ pr·/MEDIA/VIDEO/XP.SourcePortStatus=<in1_state>;<in2_state>;<…>; <in#_state> Unmuted Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved No signal audio encrypted... -
Page 114: Query The Status Of Destination Port
Query the Status of Source Port section. Example INFO: The response depends on the number of the output ports. MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M ç CALL /MEDIA/VIDEO/XP:setDestinationPortAutoselect(O1:EF) models have 4 output ports, MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A model has 8 output ports. æ mO /MEDIA/VIDEO/XP:setDestinationPortAutoselect Example The Autoselect mode is Enabled on Output 1 in First detect mode. -
Page 115: Changing The Input Port Priority
This method required escaping the control characters. For more information see the Escaping section. One or more INFO: This command is available in MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models. input can be set in the same time. Command and Response #tpsmode Command and Response SET·/REMOTE/<tps_port>.tpsModeSetting=<tps_mode_setting>... -
Page 116: Test Pattern
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.7.21. Test Pattern 8.7.21.3. Test pattern Command and Response The output ports can send a special image towards the sink devices for testing purposes. The setting is available on output ports with the below-listed parameters. SET·/MEDIA/VIDEO/<out>.TpgPattern=<pattern>... -
Page 117: Set The Emulated Edid
8.9. AUX Analog Audio I/O Port Settings Command and Response #edid INFO: Analog audio input/output setting commands are available in MMX8x4-HT420M model (I5 and I6 audio ports) and MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A model (I2, I4, I6 and I8 audio ports). ç CALL·/EDID:switch(<source>:<destination>) æ mO·/EDID:switch 8.9.1. Audio Mode Setting... -
Page 118: Aux Analog Audio Input Volume Setting
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.9.3. AUX Analog Audio Input Volume Setting 8.9.6. AUX Analog Audio Output Mute Settings This command sets the volume in dB scale. #volume Command and Response #mute #analogaudio Command and Response SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/<in>.DACVOLUME.Mute=<mute_status>... -
Page 119: Advanced Audio Settings
8.10.1.3. Set the Volume by Step Value - Volume up This command increases the volume in dB by one step on the fix value list (see the list in the previous INFO: Advanced audio setting commands are available in MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M section). models. - Page 120 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.10.1.6. Query the Gain on the Microphone Input 8.10.1.9. Set the Phase Inverter on Microphone Input Command and Response Command and Response ç GET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I9.InputGain SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I9.InvertPhase=<invertphase_status> ç pw·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I9.InputGain=<gain_value> pw·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I9.InvertPhase=<invertphase_status> æ æ...
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Page 121: Advanced Analog Audio Input
The EQ gain value can be set between -18dB and +18dB, in step of 3.00 dB. The value is rounded down if necessary to match with the step value. For more details, see Equalization port) and MMX8x4-HT420M (for I10 audio port) model. (EQ) Settings. - Page 122 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.10.2.2. Set the Volume with Exact Value on Advanced Analog In 8.10.2.5. Set the Balance on the Advanced Analog In This command sets the volume in dB. #volume #analogaudio Command and Response #balance Command and Response SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I10.Balance=<bal_set>...
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Page 123: Embedded Audio Input Settings
æ INFO: Embedded audio input setting commands are available in MMX8x4-HT400MC and Example MMX8x4-HT420M model. The settings refer to the chosen embedded audio channel in the audio mixer. ç SET /MEDIA/AUDIO/I10.HPF=true See more details in Audio Interface section. æ pw /MEDIA/AUDIO/I10.HPF=true 8.10.3.1. Set the Audio Channel... - Page 124 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.10.3.2. Query the Sampling Frequency 8.10.3.4. Set the Volume with Exact Value on the Emb. Audio In Command and Response This command sets the volume in dB. #volume ç GET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/<in>.SamplingFreq Command and Response pr·/MEDIA/AUDIO/<in>.SamplingFreq=<sampling_frequency>...
- Page 125 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.10.3.7. Set the Balance on the Emb. Audio In 8.10.3.9. Set the Duck on the Emb. Audio In Command and Response #balance Command and Response SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I11.Balance=<bal_set> SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I11.Ducker=<duck_status> ç ç pw·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I11.Balance=<bal_set>...
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Page 126: Advanced Analog Audio Output
ç CALL·/MEDIA/AUDIO/O6:volumeUp() INFO: Advanced analog audio output setting commands are available in MMX8x4-HT400MC and æ m0·/MEDIA/AUDIO/O6:volumeUp() MMX8x4-HT420M model. The settings refer to the chosen advanced analog audio channel in the audio mixer. See more details in Audio Interface section. Example 8.10.4.1. Mute the Analog Audio Out... - Page 127 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.10.4.5. Set the Balance on Analog Audio Out 8.10.4.7. Set the Mono Function on Analog Audio Out Command and Response Command and Response SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/O6.Balance=<bal_set> SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/O6.Monomix=<mono_status> ç ç pw·/MEDIA/AUDIO/O6.Balance=<bal_set> pw·/MEDIA/AUDIO/O6.Monomix=<mono_status> æ...
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Page 128: Audio Presets
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.10.4.10. Equalizer (EQ) Settings on Analog Audio Out Example Command and Response ç CALL /PRESETS/MICADDON/MICIN:savePreset(6,I9,first_mic) æ mO /PRESETS/MICADDON/MICIN:savePreset SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/O6.<eq_nr>Gain=<gain_value> ç pw·/MEDIA/AUDIO/O6.<eq_nr>Gain=<gain_value> 8.10.5.2. Load a Preset æ Parameters Command and Response Identifier Parameter values ç... -
Page 129: Audio Scenes
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.10.7. Audio Scenes 8.10.7.3. Load a Scene Command and Response 8.10.7.1. Change the Scene Name ç CALL·/PRESETS/MICADDON/SCENES:loadScene(<index>,I9,I10,I11,O6) Command and Response æ mO·/PRESETS/MICADDON/SCENES:loadScene SET·/PRESETS/MICADDON/SCENES/<scene_id>.Name=<scene_name> ç Parameters pw·/PRESETS/MICADDON/SCENES/<scene_id>.Name=<scene_name> æ Identifier Parameter description Parameter values Parameters <index>... -
Page 130: Serial Port Configuration
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.11. Serial Port Configuration 8.11.3. Operation Mode Setting Command and Response ATTENTION! MMX8x4 series handles many serial ports. The following parameters can be set individually on each port; the exact port numbering is listed in Port Numbering section. -
Page 131: Query The Rs-232 Command Injection Port Number
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.11.5. Query the RS-232 Command Injection Port Number 8.12.3. Sending a Binary Message (HEX-format) via RS-232 Command and Response The command is for sending a command message in Hexadecimal-format. This method does not require escaping the control characters. -
Page 132: Message Recognizer
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.13. RS-232 Message Recognizer 8.13.2. Set the Delimiter Hex This property stores the delimiter that is between the messages (e.g. Cr, Lf, Space). The value has to be in This tool can be used to recognize messages coming from the RS-232 port. -
Page 133: Querying The Last Recognized Message (String)
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.13.4. Querying the Last Recognized Message (String) 8.13.7. Querying the Last Recognized Active Message (String) The recognized message is stored as a string in the below property till the next recognized message or until The recognized data is stored in string in the below property temporary. -
Page 134: Set The Active Timeout
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.13.9. Set the Active Timeout 8.14. IR Port Configuration This property is responsible for clearing the ActiveRx, ActiveRxHex, ActiveHash properties after the elapsed 8.14.1. Enable the IR Port time. Default value is 50ms. Command and Response #ir #infrared Command and Response... -
Page 135: Ir Port Messaging
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.15. IR Port Messaging 8.15.2. Sending Pronto Hex Codes in Big-endian Format For more details about the pronto hex codes see Getting IR codes section. 8.15.1. Sending Pronto Hex Codes in Little-endian Format Command and Response Command and Response #message... -
Page 136: Ethernet Configuration
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.16. Ethernet Configuration 8.16.4. Set a Static IP Address Command and Response 8.16.1. Query the Current IP Address SET·/MANAGEMENT/NETWORK.StaticIpAddress=<IP_address> ç Command and Response #dhcp #ipaddress #network pw·/MANAGEMENT/NETWORK.StaticIpAddress=<IP_address> æ ç GET·/MANAGEMENT/NETWORK.IpAddress Example pr·/MANAGEMENT/NETWORK.IpAddress=<ip_address>... -
Page 137: Ethernet Message Sending
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.17. Ethernet Message Sending 8.17.3. Sending a TCP Binary Message (HEX-format) The command is for sending a binary message in Hexadecimal format. This method does not require escaping The device can be used for sending a message to a certain IP:port address. The three different commands or inserting control characters. -
Page 138: Sending A Udp Text (Ascii-Format)
#message ç CALL·/MEDIA/ETHERNET:udpText(<IP_address>:<port_no>=<text>) Preparation æ mO·/MEDIA/ETHERNET:udpText Step 1. Set a TCP client in the Lightware device (three TCP clients can be run at the same time), set the Example properties of the target TCP server. ç CALL /MEDIA/ETHERNET:udpText(192.168.0.20:9988=open) Step 2. Set the DelimiterHex and the TimeOut settings for the proper message processing æ... -
Page 139: Setting The Tcp/Ip Port Number Of The Tcp Server
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.18.2. Setting the TCP/IP Port Number of the TCP Server 8.18.6. Setting the Timeout Command and Response When the set time is elapsed after the last received message and delimiter was not detected, the device saves the data into the Rx, RxHex, Hash properties. -
Page 140: Querying The Last Recognized Message (Hex)
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.18.8. Querying the Last Recognized Message (Hex) 8.18.11. Querying the Last Recognized Active Message (Hex) The recognized message is stored as a hex message in the below property till the next recognized message Command and Response or until the clear() method is called. -
Page 141: Http Messaging
8.19.4. Setting the Message Header Command and Response DIFFERENCE: This feature and below commands are available from FW package v1.3.0. SET·/CTRL/HTTP/C1.Header=<header_text> ç Http post and put messages can be sent from the Lightware device for more integration with third-party devices. #http pw·/CTRL/HTTP/C1.Header=<header_text> æ ATTENTION! -
Page 142: Cec Command Sending
(0-9), and dot (.). Max length: 14 characters. favorite_menu enter unmute play_reverse media_top_menu clear play select_next_media Example media_context_menu channel_up stop select_media_1 ç SET /MEDIA/CEC/I2.OsdString=Lightware number_0 channel_down pause select_media_2 æ pw /MEDIA/CEC/I2.OsdString=Lightware number_1 sound_select record select_media_3 ç CALL /MEDIA/CEC/I2:send(set_osd) Example æ mO /MEDIA/CEC/I2:send ç... -
Page 143: Sending Cec Commands In Hex Format
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.20.4. Sending CEC Commands in Hex Format ç CALL·/MEDIA/CEC/<port>:sendHex(<hex_code>) æ mO·/MEDIA/CEC/<port>:sendHex Parameters Parameter Parameter description Values Value description <port> Video input or video output Video inputs I1-I4 port O1-O2 Video outputs <hex_code>... -
Page 144: Event Manager Basics
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.21. Event Manager Basics 8.21.3. Setting a Condition by Linking Another Condition Command and Response The graphical interface of the Event Manager can be found in the LDC which allows creating any kind of Events. -
Page 145: Setting An Action By Specifying A Direct Path
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.21.5. Setting an Action by Specifying a Direct Path Command and Response SET·/EVENTS/E<loc>.Action=<expression> ç pw·/EVENTS/E<loc>.Action=<expression> æ Parameters The structure of the <expression> is: <node_path>.<property_or_method>=<value>. Properties and methods are handled in the same way: dot (.) stands after the path in both cases, colon (:) is not used. The <value>... -
Page 146: Event Manager Tool Kit
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.22. Event Manager Tool Kit Example 1 (simple delay) ç SET /EVENTS/E1.ConditionTimeout=10 8.22.1. Setting the Delay æ pw /EVENTS/E1.ConditionTimeout=10 In most cases, the Action is performed immediately after the Condition is detected. But sometimes a delay If the Condition is detected (the ConditionDetect property becomes true), the ConditionTimeoutPending property is necessary between the Condition and the Action, thus, the following delay options are defined: becomes true. -
Page 147: Enable The Event
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.22.3. Enable the Event 8.22.6. Querying the Condition Trigger Counter Command and Response DIFFERENCE: This command is available from FW package v1.3.0. SET·/EVENTS/E<loc>.Enabled=<true/false> This property shows how many times the Condition has been triggered but does not contain the number of ç... -
Page 148: Variable-Management
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.23. Variable-Management Examples Change messages (CHG) can be seen after each response for the better understanding, which is not the part DIFFERENCE: This feature and below commands are available from FW package v1.3.0. of the command, but it can be set as described in the Subscription section. -
Page 149: Addition And Subtraction (Cycle Method)
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.23.3. Addition and Subtraction (Cycle Method) 8.23.4. Value Change with Intervals (Case) The value of a numeric variable can be increased by adding a positive value or it can be decreased by adding This command can be used to change the value of a variable if it fits in any of the defined intervals. -
Page 150: Scan And Store
Parameters /MEDIA/AUDIO/XP.SourcePortStatus T000A;T000B;T000F %*6c%5c T000B Parameter Parameter description Value /MANAGEMENT/NETWORK.HostName lightware-00005031 lightware-%[0-9] 00005031 <loc> The location of the variable 1-30 8.23.6. Reformatting a Value <path>.<property> The LW3 property with node The value of the variable can be changed by adding text as prefix and/or postfix. -
Page 151: Ethernet Tool Kit
æ pw /MANAGEMENT/MACFILTER.FilterEnable=true New MAC address is saved into the 4th property with name 'Tech', which may query/set parameters from/in the Lightware device. The FilterEnable property is set to true, thus, the filter is enabled. Applied firmware package: v1.3.0 | LDC software: v2.4.2... -
Page 152: Powering On A Computer Over Ethernet (Wake-On-Lan)
8.25. Relay Port Configuration The well-known wake-on-lan feature (sending magic Packet to the target PC) is available by the following 8.25.1. Set Relay Connection Status command: INFO: This command is available in MMX8x4-HT420M model. Command and Response Command and Response #relay ç CALL·/MEDIA/ETHERNET:wakeOnLan(MAC_address) SET·/MEDIA/RELAY/<relay_port>.Output=<relay_status>... -
Page 153: Set The Output Level Of A Gpio Pin
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.26.2. Set the Output Level of a GPIO Pin 8.27.2. Power Switch Delay Command and Response Command and Response #usb SET·/MEDIA/GPIO/<gpio_port>.Output=<value> SET·MEDIA/USB/USBSWITCH.DelayedSwitch=<delay_status> ç ç pw·/MEDIA/GPIO/<gpio_port>.Output=<value> pw·MEDIA/USB/USBSWITCH.DelayedSwitch=<delay_status> æ æ Parameters Parameters Identifier Parameter description... -
Page 154: Device 5V Enable
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.27.4. Device 5V Enable 8.28. System Monitoring Commands Command and Response 8.28.1. Query Video Signal Presence SET·/MEDIA/USB/USBSWITCH.<Device5vEnable>=<enable> ç SignalPresent property indicates valid signal present on the port. pw·/MEDIA/USB/USBSWITCH.<Device5vEnable>=<enable> æ Command and Response Parameters ç... -
Page 155: Hotplug Detect
I11: Embedded audio input INFO: Advanced analog audio output setting commands are available in MMX8x4-HT400MC and port O6: Advanced analog audio output MMX8x4-HT420M model. <sign_level> Actual level IndicatorPeak: Peak level 8.28.5.1. Query Audio Indicators for Microphone Input of the audio IndicatorNominal: Nominal level It gives a feedback about the actual level of the microphone input signal. -
Page 156: Remote Node
DIFFERENCE: These properties are available in MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models. The Remote node contains some basic status information about the Lightware device which is connected to a TPS port of the matrix. 8.28.6.1. Query the Connection State of the Remote Device This property indicates if the remote device connected or not. -
Page 157: Lw3 Quick Summary
8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 8.29. LW3 Quick Summary System Commands Logout from the Device ç CALL·/LOGIN:logout(<password>) Query the Product Name Enable the Cleartext Login Function ç GET·/.ProductName SET·/LOGIN:LoginEnable=<login_state> Query the Device Label ç... - Page 158 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual HDCP Setting (Output Port) EDID Management SET·/MEDIA/VIDEO/<On>.HdcpModeSetting=<hdcp_mode> Query the Emulated EDIDs ç Querying the Connected Input Port Number ç GET·/EDID.EdidStatus ç GET·/MEDIA/VIDEO/<out>.ConnectedSource Set the Emulated EDID Query the Status of Source Port ç...
- Page 159 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Set the Volume by Step Value - Volume down Set the Balance on the Advanced Analog In ç CALL·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I9:volumeDown() SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I10.Balance=<bal_set> ç Set the Panorama on the Microphone Input Query the Gain on the Advanced Analog In SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I9.Panorama=<pan_set>...
- Page 160 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Set the Duck on the Emb. Audio In Load a Preset SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I11.Ducker=<duck_status> ç CALL /PRESETS/MICADDON/<ch>:loadPreset(<index>,<target_node>) ç Set the Highpass Filter on the Emb. Audio In Delete a Preset SET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I11.HPF=<hpf_status>...
- Page 161 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual RS-232 Message Recognizer Ethernet Configuration Enable the Recognizer Query the Current IP Address SET·/MEDIA/UART/<serial_port>.RecognizerEnable=<recognizer_enable> ç GET·/MANAGEMENT/NETWORK.IpAddress ç Set the Delimiter Hex Query the Current DHCP Status SET·/MEDIA/UART/RECOGNIZER.DelimiterHex=<delimiter> ç...
- Page 162 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Setting the TCP/IP Port Number of the TCP Server Setting the Message Header ç SET·/CTRL/TCP/C<loc>.ServerPort(<port_no>) SET·/CTRL/HTTP/C1.Header=<header_text> ç Connecting to a TCP Server Sending a Post Message ç CALL·/CTRL/TCP/C<loc>:connect() ç...
- Page 163 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Event Manager Tool Kit Ethernet Tool Kit Setting the Delay Device Filter Based on MAC Address SET·/EVENTS/E<loc>.ConditionTimeout=<time> SET·/MANAGEMENT/MACFILTER.MACaddress<loc>=<MAC_address>;<receive>;<send>;<name> ç ç SET·/EVENTS/E<loc>.ConditionEndCheck=<true/false> ç LW2 Control Port Blocking SET·/EVENTS/E<loc>.ConditionTimeoutContinuous=<true/false> ç...
- Page 164 8. LW3 Programmers' Reference MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual System Monitoring Commands Query Video Signal Presence ç GET·/MEDIA/VIDEO/<port>.SignalPresent Query Connected Device (or Cable) ç GET·/MEDIA/VIDEO/<port>.Connected Query Embedded Audio ç GET·/MEDIA/VIDEO/<port>.EmbeddedAudioPresent Hotplug Detect ç GET·/MEDIA/VIDEO/<port>.Power5vIn Query Audio Indicators Query Audio Indicators for Microphone Input GET·/MEDIA/AUDIO/I9.<sign_level>...
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Page 165: Firmware Upgrade
This chapter is meant to help customers perform firmware upgrades on our products by giving a few tips on how to start and by explaining the features of the Lightware Device Updater v2 (LDU2) software. To get the latest software and firmware pack can be downloaded from www.lightware.com. -
Page 166: Introduction
9.2. Preparation may exist for all users installed for all users Most Lightware devices can be controlled over more interfaces (e.g. Ethernet, USB, RS-232). But the firmware ATTENTION! Using the default Normal install is highly recommended. can be upgraded usually over one dedicated interface, which is the Ethernet in most cases. -
Page 167: Running The Software
When the software is started by the shortcut, the device discovery screen You have two options: SEARCH FOR DEVICES appears. Press the Search for devices button to start finding the Lightware ▪ Starting the LDU2 by double-clicking on the shortcut/program file, or devices: Double-clicking on an LFP2 file. -
Page 168: The Upgrading Steps
In the case of factory reset, you can save the settings of the device in the Lightware Device Controller software and restore it later. The following flow chart demonstrates how this function works in the background. - Page 169 9. Firmware Upgrade MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Step 1 – Select the Firmware Package The Meaning of the Symbols Click on the Select Firmware Package button and navigate to the Show The log about the upgrading process of the device SELECT FIRMWARE PACKAGE ...
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Page 170: If The Upgrade Is Not Successful
If an upgrade is not successful, the Export log button becomes red. If you press the button, you can ▪ download the log file as a ZIP package which can be sent to Lightware Support if needed. The log files INFO: The device might reboot during the firmware upgrade procedure. -
Page 171: Troubleshooting
10. Troubleshooting MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Troubleshooting Usually, if the system seems not to transport the signal as expected, the best strategy for troubleshooting is to check signal integrity through the whole signal chain starting from source side and moving forward to receiver end. ç... -
Page 172: Use Case Studies
10. Troubleshooting MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 10.1. Use Case Studies Symptom Root cause Action Refer to Video signal Symptom Root cause Action Refer to Wrong colorspace The sink expects RGB color spaced Video signal was set signal, but receives YCbCr. - Page 173 10. Troubleshooting MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Symptom Root cause Action Refer to Symptom Root cause Action Refer to Ethernet Audio signal IP address conflict Change the IP address to a not reserved Not proper audio mode 6.5.2 3.2.1 one or enable DHCP if DHCP server...
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Page 174: How To Speed Up The Troubleshooting Process
In the case of Event Manager issue the event file and/or backup file from the Device Controller ▪ software. The more of the above information you can give us the better. Please send these information to the Lightware Support Team (support@lightware.com) to speed up the troubleshooting process. Applied firmware package: v1.3.0 | LDC software: v2.4.2... -
Page 175: Technologies
11. Technologies MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Technologies The following sections contain descriptions and useful technical information how the devices work in the background. The content is based on experiences and cases we met in the practice. These sections help to understand features and technical standards like the followings: ç... -
Page 176: Edid Management
(static EDID emulation), or from the last attached monitor’s memory (dynamic EDID emulation). For example, the Lightware device can be set up to emulate a sink device, which is connected to one of the outputs. In Most DVI computer displays have 128-byte long EDID structure. However, Digital Televisions and HDMI... -
Page 177: Hdcp Management
To avoid unnecessary HDCP encryption, Lightware introduced the HDCP enabling/disabling function: the HDCP capability can be disabled in the Lightware device. If HDCP is disabled, the connected source will detect that the sink is not HDCP capable, and turn off authentication. -
Page 178: Pixel Accurate Reclocking
Without reclocking, sparkles, noise, and jaggies appear on the image. Lightware’s sophisticated Pixel Accurate Reclocking technology fixes more problems than general TMDS reclocking. It removes not only intra-pair skew but inter-pair skew as well. The Pixel Accurate Reclocking... -
Page 179: Appendix
12. Appendix MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Appendix Tables, drawings, guides, and technical details as follows ç Specifications ç Mechanical Drawings ç Maximum Extension Distances ç Factory Default Settings ç Content of the Backup File ç Flowchart of Autoselect Modes ç... -
Page 180: Specifications
Electrical safety ........IEC/EN/UL/CSA 62368-1:2014 Weight - MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 ..........4.6kg Supported resolutions at 8 bits/color * ..........EMC (emission)............IEC/EN 55032:2015 Front panel buttons - MMX8x4-HT400MC, MMX8x4-HT420M ..No ..............3840x2160@30Hz RGB 4:4:4 EMC (immunity) ............IEC/EN 55035:2017 Front panel buttons - MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A, MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 RoHS ................ - Page 181 12. Appendix MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Analog audio output TTL Serial port Connector type ..3.5 mm TRS (1/8" jack) / 5-pole Phoenix connector Connector type ..........2-pole Phoenix connector Audio formats ................2-ch PCM Logic low level ................0 - 0.25V Sampling frequency ..............
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Page 182: Mechanical Drawings
152.9 MHz 1600x1200@60Hz 162 MHz 1920x1080@60Hz / 36bpp 223.6 MHz 3840x2160@30Hz UHD 297 MHz 4096x2160@30Hz 4K 297 MHz MMX8x4-HT420M Cable lengths ( Auto / Longreach TPS mode) Pixel clock Resolution rate CAT5e AWG24 CAT7 AWG26** CAT7 AWG23 1024x768@60Hz 65 MHz... -
Page 183: Factory Default Settings
Input level High Volume (dB): 0.00 / Balance: 0 / EQ HIGH/HMID /LMID /LOW gain 0.00 Analog audio input levels In MMX8x4-HT420M and MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A and Gain (dB): 0.00 Ducker false MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 models. In MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models. Analog audio output levels Volume (dB): 0.00 / Balance: 0... -
Page 184: Content Of The Backup File
HPF, LPF, EQ Values of the variables ▪ Phantom Power, Feedback (only for the microphone) ▪ In MMX8x4-HT420M and MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A and MMX8x8-HDMI- ▪ Ducker (only for the advanced audio input channel) 4K-A-USB20 models. ▪ Delay, mono (only for the advanced audio output channel) In MMX8x4-HT400MC and MMX8x4-HT420M models. -
Page 185: Flowchart Of Autoselect Modes
12. Appendix MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 12.7. Flowchart of Autoselect Modes 12.8. Port Numbering 12.8.1. MMX8x4-HT400MC Audio/Video Ports Video port nr. Video port nr. Emulated Audio port nr. Audio port nr. Port name (LW2) (LW3) EDID memory (LW2) (LW3) TPS IN 1 TPS IN 2... -
Page 186: Mmx8X8-Hdmi-4K-A
12. Appendix MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 12.8.2. MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A 12.8.3. MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A-USB20 Audio/Video Ports Audio/Video Ports Video port nr. Video port nr. Emulated Audio port nr. Audio port nr. Video port nr. Video port nr. Emulated Audio port nr. Audio port nr. -
Page 187: Mmx8X4-Ht420M
12. Appendix MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 12.8.4. MMX8x4-HT420M IR Ports GPIO Audio/Video Ports Port nr. Command Port nr. Port nr. Port name Port name (LW2 / LW3) injection port nr. (LW2) (LW3) Video port nr. Video port nr. -
Page 188: Conditions In The Wizard Tab Of The Event Manager
12. Appendix MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 12.9. Conditions in the Wizard Tab of the Event Manager GPIO Category Condition General Category HDMI-4K-A- HT420M Expression Condition USB20 Ports HT400MC HT420M Expression State changes to 'High' P1-P6 P1-P6 Ports Ports State changes to 'Low'... - Page 189 12. Appendix MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual Infra Category Action Action Unmute Line output channel volume on mixer HT400MC HT420M HDMI-4K-A HDMI-4K-A-USB20 Ethernet Category Expression Parameters Ports Ports Ports Ports Action Send pronto hex code D1-D4 D1-D6 D1-D4 D1-D4...
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Page 190: Hashtag Keyword List
Failure diagnostic related tool/information This keyword is placed at the DHCP (dynamic IP address) setting in #cablediagnostics Cable diagnostics tool in LDC the front panel operation, the Lightware Device Controller (LDC) and #edid EDID related settings the LW3 programmer's reference section. -
Page 191: Firmware Release Notes
▪ Fixed a bug in factory EDID F118 and F119. Manager (Advanced Control pack v3) Below list shows the released firmware packages with important ▪ Signal parameters for disconnected output problem fixed. ▪ Added Network HostName property (default: lightware- notes. <serialnum>). ▪ RS232 minor bugfix v1.3.0b9... -
Page 192: Factory Edid List
12. Appendix MMX8x4-HT series – User's Manual 12.13. Factory EDID List Mem. Resolution Scan type EDID type Mem. Resolution Scan type EDID type 1280 x 720 @ 50.00 Hz F109 3840 x 2400 @ 24.00 Hz Mem. Resolution Scan type EDID type... -
Page 193: Cable Wiring Guide
Symmetric audio is most often referred to as balanced audio, as opposed to asymmetric, which is referred to as unbalanced audio. Lightware products are usually built with 5-pole Phoenix connectors so we would like to help users assembling their own audio cables. -
Page 194: Further Information
1.4. Product failures from six (6) months to the end of the warranty Barsony info period will either be repaired or replaced at the discretion of Lightware. If Lightware chooses to replace the product then the replacement will Advanced Control Pack v3 features Laszlo 1.7 19.11.2020...