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  • Page 1 Test Device Model MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Revision A16...
  • Page 2 Murideo | MSolutions User’s Manual Murideo Sales: Sales@murideo.com Murideo Info: Info@murideo.com Phone number: 605-274-6055 The information contained in this document, or any addendum or revision thereof is proprietary of Media Solutions Ltd. And is subject to all relevant copyright, patent and other laws and treaties protecting intellectual property, as well as any specific agreement protecting Media Solutions Ltd.
  • Page 3 Murideo | MSolutions User’s Manual Revision History Revision Date Description November 2016 First issue February 2017 General update • Explanation of HDBaseT Link classes • How to connect the test device for EDID March 2017 • Description of test cases •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ..........................13 UPPORT INSTALLATION ............................14 ..........................14 NPACKING THE OPERATING THE TOUCHSCREEN ......................16 ............................. 16 ETUP MU-M4SOL Test Setup........................16 4.1.1 4.1.2 Connection to System Under Test (SUT) ..................18 ..........................19 ERFORMING THE ESTS 4.2.1 Main Screen ............................ 19 4.2.2...
  • Page 5 Murideo | MSolutions User’s Manual ............................63 HUTDOWN OPERATING THE WI-FI CLIENT ....................... 64 ......................... 64 ONNECTING THE EVICE ..........................66 YSTEM NITIALIZATION ..........................67 ERFORMING THE ESTS 5.3.1 Main Screen ............................ 67 5.3.2 Information Menu .......................... 67 5.3.3 HDBaseT Analyzer ........................... 69 5.3.3.1...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    CATx cabling intended for use in HDBaseT networks. NOTE The MU-M4SOL requires use of CAT5e (or higher quality) cable – referred to in this manual as CATx cabling. The HDBaseT standard supports a cable length range of 20 to 100 meters (66 to 328 feet).
  • Page 7 With the MU-M4SOL test device, you can identify faulty cabling and systems before installing them, saving time and money.

  • Page 8: Mu-M4Sol Models

    Murideo | MSolutions User’s Manual MU-M4SOL Models Users can choose between two MU-M4SOL models: ◼ Wi-Fi Client Model, with 3.5” screen, built-in HDMI pattern generator, and Wi-Fi interface for browser-based management (MS103TDs) Figure 3: MS103TDs ◼ Battery based Wi-Fi Client Model, with 3.5” screen, built-in HDMI pattern generator and Wi-Fi...

  • Page 9: Optional Add-On Modules

    Murideo | MSolutions User’s Manual Optional Add-On Modules ◼ The HDBaseT Spec 2.0 Modules (Tx and Rx units) are available as an optional add-on that can be used with any of the above-mentioned tester models. Figure 6: HDBaseT Spec 2.0 Tx/Rx Modules ◼...

  • Page 10: Product Description

    User’s Manual Product Description Overview The basic MU-M4SOL HDBaseT test device is composed of 3 units: Main unit – the MU-M4SOL chassis – containing a power supply, USB connector, and ◼ 3.5-inch touch screen. ◼ HDBaseT transmitter module – for transmitting HDBaseT traffic to sink devices, such as projectors or television sets ◼...

  • Page 11: Models

    Murideo | MSolutions User’s Manual Models The MU-M4SOL HDBaseT Test Device is supplied in a variety of models and add-on modules: Table 1: MU-M4SOL Models Model Description MS103TDs HDBaseT tester main unit with 3.5" touch display, built-in HDMI pattern generator, and Wi-Fi connection for smart devices MS104B Battery based HDBaseT tester main unit with 3.5"...

  • Page 12: Subsystems

    Murideo | MSolutions User’s Manual Subsystems Table 3 below describes the MU-M4SOL test device’s Table 3: MU-M4SOL Subsystems subsystems. Subsystem Description • Main unit Power supply, 48V, 0.5A, positive polarity central pin • MS103TDs USB 2.0 port – for memory stick connectivity •...

  • Page 13: Hdbaset Support

    User’s Manual HDBaseT Support The MU-M4SOL test device integrates a Valens VS100 HDBaseT Class A or VS2310 HDBaseT class C chipset, including transmit and receive ICs. The class A chipset supports HDBaseT Specification 1.0, and is compatible with HDBaseT Specification 2.0, allowing it to work with HDBaseT devices of...

  • Page 14: Installation

    Murideo | MSolutions User’s Manual Installation Unpacking the Unit The complete MU-M4SOL HDBaseT Test Device kit is depicted in Figure 9 below. Figure 9: MU-M4SOL HDBaseT Test Device Kit Page 14 of 130...
  • Page 15 Murideo | MSolutions User’s Manual Figure 10: MU-M4SOL HDBaseT Test Device Kit Contents The TestPro system is supplied with the following components: Table 5: MU-M4SOL Components Number Component Main unit Transmitter module Receiver module External 48 VDC power supply for MS103TDs or 12.6 VDC charger for MS104B Pluggable PoH Adapter –...

  • Page 16: Operating The Touchscreen

    ◼ Connection to System Under Test (SUT) IMPORTANT * Make sure that you complete all cable connections before powering up the MU-M4SOL test device. * Always power down the unit for cartridge replacement. MU-M4SOL Test Setup 4.1.1 In the MU-M4SOL Modules test setup mode, the transmitter and receiver modules of the MU- M4SOL device are directly connected to each other using a CATx cable of up to 100 meters (328 feet) in length, as shown in Figure 11 and Figure 12 below.
  • Page 17 NOTE Only the lower slot is used to connect modules to the MU-M4SOL main unit. The upper slot is used for module storage only. Using a CATx cable, connect the HDBaseT port (RJ45) of the local module to the HDBaseT port of the remote module.

  • Page 18: Connection To System Under Test (Sut)

    HDBaseT transmitter such as Matrix or Blu-ray). The MU-M4SOL acts as a sink device. To test an HDBaseT source device: Insert the receiver module into the MU-M4SOL main unit in the lower slot – the module will be defined as the local module.

  • Page 19: Performing The Tests

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Connecting the CATx cable to the MU-M4SOL receiver module and connecting the ◼ receiver module to the sink device with an HDMI cable. Insert the power supply connector into the designated socket in the main unit to provide power.

  • Page 20: Information Menu

    Information Menu Using the information menu (see Figure 16 below), you can access the following materials: ◼ The latest version of this user’s manual The MU-M4SOL application note ◼ ◼ A link to MS-Pro video tutorials (available in a future...

  • Page 21: Hdbaset Analyzer

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 4.2.3 HDBaseT Analyzer To get to HDBaseT Analyzer menu, tap on the HDBaseT analyzer button as shown in the figure below: Figure 17: Selecting the HDBaseT Analyzer Menu The following screen will appear: Figure 18: HDBaseT Analyzer Screen...

  • Page 22: Basic Analysis

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 4.2.3.1 Basic Analysis The Basic Analysis function is used to report on HDBaseT link quality. To analyze the link, tap on the Basic Analysis button, as shown in the figure below. Figure 19: Selecting Basic Analysis The Basic Analysis page appears as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 23: Performance Management

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual The basic analysis page displays the following information: ◼ General Link Quality. Red, yellow, green as defined below. ◼ Transmitter Link Quality. Red, yellow, green as defined below. ◼ Receiver Link Quality. Red, yellow, green as defined below.
  • Page 24 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual NOTE When monitoring performance, the transmitter controls are always displayed on the left side, the receiver controls are always displayed on the right, as shown below in Figure 22. Figure 22: Performance Monitoring Screen. MaxErr Screen – Displaying Graph & Data.

  • Page 25: Configuration

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual The data appear in the graph that is displayed on the top of the screen, as shown in Figure 22 above. The graphical display is continuously updated. Figure 23: MseErr Screen – Displaying Graph & Data 4.2.3.3...
  • Page 26 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual The configuration screen appears as shown in the figure below: HDCP Indicator Figure 25: Rx and Tx Configuration Screens The remote and local HDBaseT transceivers are identified – as either transmitter or receiver – and displayed at the bottom of the page. Tap to select Receiver or Transmitter. The current selection appears on a gray background.

  • Page 27: Tools

    ◼ DC Resistance Tester (appears only if the DC Resistance module is inserted in the lower slot in the MU-M4SOL main unit) ◼ HDMI Cable Tester (appears only if the HDMI Cable Tester module is inserted in the lower slot in...

  • Page 28: Hdmi Generator

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 27: Tools Page 4.2.4.1 HDMI Generator The HDMI pattern generator provides ability to generate a variety of HDMI display patterns in a wide range of resolutions. The HDMI pattern generator screen appears as shown below in Figure 28.
  • Page 29 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual To generate an HDMI pattern, select a Resolution, a Refresh rate, and a Pattern from the lists. The selections appear in a gray background. Tap Apply to initiate the generation for a default duration of 20 seconds Tap on Advanced to select from additional resolutions and patterns.

  • Page 30: Edid Analyzer

    Figure 31: Connecting the MU-M4SOL to the HDMI Sink Device To access display capabilities using EDID: Connect the MU-M4SOL test device to the HDMI sink device using one of the methods described above. Tap on the EDID Analyzer button to access information on the display capabilities of the HDMI sink device.

  • Page 31: Certification Report

    To access data for HDBaseT cable analysis: Connect the MU-M4SOL test device to both ends of the CATx cable, as shown below in Figure 33: The HDMI cable must be connected to the Internal Generator to ensure that HDMI ◼...
  • Page 32 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual IMPORTANT The HDMI cable must be connected to the Internal Generator to ensure that HDMI traffic is running on the HDBaseT link. Select Certification report >> Run (Generate Data), as shown below in Figure 34: Figure 34: Generate Report Data...
  • Page 33 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual After the data is generated, the line certification results appear at the top of the screen, as shown in the figure below. To save the generated data files, insert the USB memory stick and tap on the Report Files button (see the figure below).
  • Page 34 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Insert a USB memory stick into one of the USB ports of the MU-M4SOL device. Select a report data file or files from the list as shown in Figure 37, and tap Download to save the file to the memory stick. Wait until the following message disappears: Figure 38: Message - Downloading Report Data To delete files, select one or more report data files from the list, and tap Delete.
  • Page 35 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual To generate a printable certification report based on the downloaded data, see Appendix D: Generating an HDBaseT Certification Report. 4.2.4.3.2 Profile Configuration To choose the appropriate profile, tap the Cable Profile button based on the cable which is used. If the desired cable is not on the list, tap on Standard Profile, note the selected profile appears on a gray background.
  • Page 36 User’s Manual 4.2.4.3.3 Setting up a Custom Logo We have now enabled the MU-M4SOL to imprint your own custom logo on the top left corner of each certification report you run. The process to upload your custom logo is: - 1.

  • Page 37: Log Analyzer

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 4.2.4.4 Log Analyzer The comprehensive Log Analyzer function measures over sixty different parameters. It is intended to track random failures over a long period of time. The recommended test duration is 24 hours, allowing you capture the performance of the cable during the course of an entire day. This enables you to perform an in-depth analysis of any problem.
  • Page 38 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual ➔ To export log files to a USB memory stick: Insert a USB memory stick into one of the USB ports. Upon connection, the USB indicator is displayed at the bottom of the screen. To distribute a log for analysis, mark files and tap Download button. The transmitter and receiver logs that you generated are copied to the USB memory stick.
  • Page 39 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 45: Log Report Page 39 of 130...

  • Page 40: Hdbaset Firmware Update

    Prepare a USB memory stick with the upgrade file xxx.Hex in the root folder of the stick. Connect the stick to one of the USB ports in the MU-M4SOL device. Tap on the HDBaseT FW Update button on the Tools screen.
  • Page 41 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual GUI buttons: Automatic selection of remote device Maintain the manufacturer’s configuration settings Verify programming Reset the programmed unit after programming completed Select the programming file Start programming the device Figure 47: Firmware Upgrade GUI Wait for the progress bar to disappear:...

  • Page 42: Dcr - Dc Resistance Testing

    4.2.4.6 DCR - DC Resistance Testing Using the MU-M4SOL DCR and Looper modules, you can test the DC resistance of CATx cables, and check their ability to provide a sufficient level of PoH (Power over HDBaseT) powering. The DC Resistance module is inserted into the lower slot in the MU-M4SOL main unit, while the...
  • Page 43 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 50: Loop Resistance Results Tap on the Parallel DC Resistance Unbalanced button to display the parallel resistance of the CATx two conductors in each cable pair. For each pair, the difference is expressed in ohms, as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 44 PoH and data transmission over the pair. Figure 52: Pair-to-Pair Resistance Unbalanced Results IMPORTANT The MU-M4SOL modules are not “hot swappable”. Make sure to shut down by pressing the button and turn off the unit before swapping modules. Page 44 of 130...
  • Page 45 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual To save DCR data to the tester internal memory, tap the Save button. To download DCR data to a USB memory stick, tap the Download button. A screen containing a list of DCR data files appears as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 46: Hct - Hdmi Cable Testing

    Just insert the HDMI Cable Tester module into the lower slot of the MU-M4SOL main unit, attach one end of the HDMI cable to the module’s HDMI port, and attach the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the Looper module, as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 47 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual ➔ To test the quality of an HDMI cable: Attach the cable to the HDMI Cable Tester and Looper modules as shown in Figure 55 above. From the Tools page, tap on the HDMI Cable Tester button.
  • Page 48 In this description, the Compatibility and Sweep tests are presented separately. You can check both the Compatibility and Sweep boxes to run the two tests simultaneously. The MU-M4SOL begins testing the cable’s compatibility with the HDMI bandwidth. When the test is complete, a summary screen appears. In the example shown below, the cable failed the 4K/60Hz test.
  • Page 49 In this description, the Compatibility and Sweep tests are presented separately. You can check both the Compatibility and Sweep boxes to run the two tests simultaneously. The MU-M4SOL begins to test the quality of each of the wires in the cable. If needed, tap Run to perform another Sweep test.
  • Page 50 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 61: Sweep Test in Progress At the end of the test, the Start button appears. Click on the button if you wish to run another Sweep test. Figure 62: Sweep Test Complete Page 50 of 130...

  • Page 51: Ip Network Analyzer

    Figure 63: Selecting IP Module 4.2.5.1 Enabling license All the MU-M4SOL units, are IP ready, but require a license needs to activate. When you first select IP Analyzer you will be presented with the screen below. Page 51 of 130...
  • Page 52 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 64: IP Analyzer licensing window All our IP License subscriptions include a 14-day free trial, after which you have the option to buy the license. Then proceed with the following steps: - 1. Plug in a USB memory stick into one of the USB ports on the rear of the tester.
  • Page 53 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 3. Then click on the top left link “Copy device ID”- this operation will store a “Device.conf” file on the USB stick Figure 65: generating device configuration file 4. Please email the stored file stored to Support@m4sol.com 5.
  • Page 54 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 7. Then Plug the USB stick back into one of the free rear USB ports and, once again click on the “IP analyzer’ button. 8. The system will automatically enable the Ip window as seen in the illustration below...

  • Page 55: Ip Module Information

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 4.2.5.2 IP Module information The IP analyzer provides the installer snapshot of the AVoIP switch configuration 4.2.5.2.1 IP module main screen information The window highlighted in Figure 67 contains general information about the network Figure 67: IP analyzer main screen information The information contains 1.
  • Page 56 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Please select the switch vendor, switch base IP, username and password as seen below in Figure 68 Figure 68: IP module IGMP interface Once you select the “IGMP read” button, the IGMP information will be extracted from the switch and presented in the following format below in Figure 69.
  • Page 57 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 4.2.5.2.3 Generating report Once all the data has been collected, the “Save report” will appear, and then press the ‘Save report’ and a PDF report file will be generated. There are two reports available, the IP module main screen report or the IGMP screen report.

  • Page 58: Ip Module Report

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 4.2.5.3 IP Module Report An example of the detailed report generated by the MU-M4SOL below in Fig Figure 71:IP module report Page 58 of 130...

  • Page 59: System Setup

    Figure 72: Selecting System Setup The System Setup screen (see Figure 73 below) offers the following information and functionalities: MU-M4SOL Application Software Version. ◼ System upgrade. Upgrades the MU-M4SOL system software. ◼ ◼ System Settings. Provides information about main system features.

  • Page 60: System Upgrade

    3. Do not switch off the device’s power during the upgrade! Figure 74: System upgrade 4.3.2 System Reboot To restart the MU-M4SOL test device, tap the System Reboot button and Yes on the next screen, as shown in the figure below. Page 60 of 130...

  • Page 61: System Settings

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 75: System Reboot Screens The system will reboot in about 15-20 seconds. 4.3.3 System Settings The System Settings screen provides access to the system configuration. The System Settings screen is depicted in the figure below. The upper part of the screen displays read-only system information.

  • Page 62: Date/Clock Settings

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual The System Settings page provides the following information and configuration options for the MU-M4SOL system: ◼ App Version. Tester firmware version. ◼ Local IP. Allocated IP address (for future use). ◼ Features. A list of supported features: ◼...

  • Page 63: Shutdown

    Note: Date and time will be set automatically when connecting Tester to a PC using a Wi-Fi connection. Shutdown This section describes how to safely shut down the MU-M4SOL test device. ➔ To shut down the test device: Tap on the on/off icon to exit the system.

  • Page 64: Operating The Wi-Fi Client

    Connecting the Wi-Fi Device The following steps describe how to connect your Wi-Fi client device to the MU-M4SOL test unit. To connect your Wi-Fi device to the MU-M4SOL test unit: Power on the MU-M4SOL test unit.
  • Page 65 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Select the "Media-Solutions" network from the list, and tap on the Connect button that appears on the screen (see Figure 80 below). Figure 80: Connecting to the Media-Solutions Network Initialize the system as described in the following section.

  • Page 66: System Initialization

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual System Initialization The following steps describe how to initialize the MU-M4SOL client on your Wi-Fi device and connect it to the test unit. To initialize the MU-M4SOL system on your Wi-Fi client: Open your browser and enter the URL of the MU-M4SOL System: 192.168.11.1 as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 67: Performing The Tests

    Information Menu Using the information menu (see Figure 16 below), you can access the following materials: ◼ The latest version of this user’s manual The MU-M4SOL application note ◼ ◼ A link to MS-Pro video tutorials (available in a future...
  • Page 68 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 83: Information Menu Page 68 of 130...

  • Page 69: Hdbaset Analyzer

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 5.3.3 HDBaseT Analyzer To get to HDBaseT Analyzer menu, tap on the HDBaseT Analyzer button as shown in the figure below: Figure 84: Selecting the HDBaseT Analyzer Menu The following screen will appear: Figure 85: HDBaseT Analyzer Screen...

  • Page 70: Basic Analysis

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 5.3.3.1 Basic Analysis The Basic Analysis function is used to report on HDBaseT link quality. To analyze the link, tap on the Basic Analysis button, as shown in the figure below. Figure 86: Selecting Basic Analysis Page 70 of 130...
  • Page 71 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual The Basic Analysis page appears as shown in the figure below. Figure 87: Basic Analysis Page The basic analysis page displays the following information: ◼ General Link Quality. Red, yellow, green as defined below. ◼ Transmitter Link Quality. Red, yellow, green as defined below.

  • Page 72: Performance Management

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 5.3.3.2 Performance Management To access performance management functionality, tap on the Performance button, as shown in the figure below. Figure 88: Selecting Performance Monitoring The system provides performance monitoring of the four HDBaseT channels (each associated with a twisted pair) in the CATx cable –...
  • Page 73 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual NOTE When monitoring performance, the transmitter controls are always displayed on the left side, the receiver controls are always displayed on the right, as shown below in Figure 22. Figure 89: Performance Monitoring Screen. MaxErr Screen – Displaying Graph & Data.

  • Page 74: Configuration

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual To display data, tap on the MaxErr or the MseErr button on the Transmitter or Receiver side. The background of the tapped button appears in gray. The data appear in the graph that is displayed on the top of the screen, as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 75 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 91: Selecting Configuration Management The Rx configuration screen appears as shown in the figure below: HDCP Indicator Figure 92: Rx Configuration Screen Page 75 of 130...
  • Page 76 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual The Tx configuration screen appears as shown in the figure below: HDCP Indicator Figure 93: Tx Configuration Screen The remote and local HDBaseT transceivers are identified – as either transmitter or receiver – and displayed at the top of the page.

  • Page 77: Tools

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Cable Length. Approximate cable length calculation (accuracy level 10%), in Meters or Feet. ◼ ◼ Video Status. Indicates whether HDCP content is being transmitted. Video On. HDMI transmission without HDCP content. ◼ ◼ HDCP On. HDMI transmission with HDCP content.

  • Page 78: Hdmi Generator

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual The Tools page is depicted in the figure below. Figure 95: Tools Page 5.3.4.1 HDMI Generator The HDMI pattern generator provides the ability to generate a variety of HDMI display patterns in a wide range of resolutions.
  • Page 79 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual To begin generating HDMI pattern, select the Resolution and Pattern from the list boxes and tap Apply. Table 7: Supported HDMI Resolutions Resolution Frequency Resolution Frequency 1080p 24Hz 720p 60Hz 1080p 25Hz 1080i 60Hz 30Hz 480i 60Hz...
  • Page 80 Figure 97: Supported HDMI Patterns The pattern will be activated for an indefinite period, as shown in the figure below. To deactivate the pattern, reset the MU-M4SOL device. Figure 98: Reset the MU-M4SOL to Deactivate the Pattern Page 80 of 130...

  • Page 81: Edid Analyzer

    You can use EDID to access information on the display capabilities of HDMI sink devices. There are two test setups that you can use to access the information: Connecting the MU-M4SOL test device to an HDMI sink device via an HDBaseT ◼...

  • Page 82: Certification Report

    User’s Manual To access display capabilities using EDID: Connect the MU-M4SOL test device to the HDMI sink device using one of the methods described above. Tap on the EDID Analyzer button to access information on the display capabilities of the HDMI sink device.
  • Page 83 The HDBaseT report data collection feature is used to collect the data required to perform HDBaseT cable analysis. To access data for HDBaseT cable analysis: Connect the MU-M4SOL test device to both ends of the CATx cable, as shown below in Figure 33: ◼...
  • Page 84 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Select Certification report >> Run (Generate Data), as shown below: Figure 102: Generate Report Data A progress bar appears in the window: Figure 103: Generating Report Data Page 84 of 130...
  • Page 85 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual After the data is generated, the line certification results appear at the top of the screen, as shown in the figure below. To save the generated data files, insert the USB memory stick and tap on the Download (Report Data) button (see the figure below).
  • Page 86 To download file to USB flash memory, select the USB radio button, insert a USB memory stick into one of the USB ports of the MU-M4SOL device. Select a report data file or files from the list as shown in Figure 37, and tap Download to save the file to the memory stick.
  • Page 87 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 107: Certification Report To see generated PDF Report, check PDF on the Figure 105 and Download to PC or USB. Figure 108: PDF Certification Report Download Page 87 of 130...
  • Page 88 To Download the Report Generator Tool, insert a USB memory stick into one of the USB ports of the MU-M4SOL device, and tap on the Download (PDF Creator Software) button. A detailed explanation how to use it can be found in Appendix D.

  • Page 89: Log Analyzer

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 110: Download PDF Creator Software 5.3.4.4 Log Analyzer The comprehensive Log Analyzer function measures over sixty different parameters. It is intended to track random failures over a long period of time. The recommended test duration is 24 hours, allowing you capture the performance of the cable during the course of an entire day.
  • Page 90 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 5.3.4.4.1 Log Generation ➔ To perform log generation: To begin log generation, tap on the Log Analyzer, then the Start button. To end log generation, tap on Stop button as shown in the figure below. The system generates transmitter and receiver logs.

  • Page 91: Hdbaset Firmware Update

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 112: Downloading Files You can choose to copy any of the file pairs to the PC or USB memory stick. To delete files, select a file or files from the list, and tap Delete. 5.3.4.5 HDBaseT Firmware Update ➔...
  • Page 92 * Do not switch off the device’s power during the upgrade! * Firmware updates are available only to 3 party remote Transmitter or Receiver units. * The HDBaseT firmware of the MU-M4SOL Transmitter and Receiver cannot be upgraded GUI buttons: Automatic selection of remote device •...

  • Page 93: Dc Resistance Unbalance Testing

    PoH (Power over HDBaseT) powering. The DC Resistance module is inserted into the lower slot in the MU-M4SOL main unit, while the CATx cable is connected to the DC Resistance module at one end, and to the Looper module at the...
  • Page 94 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Tap on the Loop Resistance button to display Loop Resistance data, as shown in the figure below. Loop resistance represents the DC loop resistance (in ohms) of a cable and is calculated as the sum of the DC resistance of the two conductors in a pair.
  • Page 95 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Tap on the Pair-to-Pair Resistance Unbalanced button to display the difference in DC resistance between the four pairs in the cable. For each pair, the difference is expressed in ohms, as shown in the figure below. A difference of under 0.2 ohms or 5% (the higher between the two) indicates that the pair should be capable of delivering the required common-mode current needed to effectively support PoH and data transmission over the pair.

  • Page 96: Hdmi Cable Testing

    Just insert the HDMI Cable Tester module into the lower slot of the MU-M4SOL main unit, attach one end of the HDMI cable to the module’s HDMI port, and attach the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the Looper module, as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 97 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual ➔ To test the quality of an HDMI cable: Attach the cable to the HDMI Cable Tester and Looper modules as shown in Figure 119 above. From the Basic Tools page, tap on the HDMI Cable Tester button.
  • Page 98 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual The MU-M4SOL begins testing the cable’s compatibility with the HDMI standard. When the test is complete, a summary screen appears. In the example shown below, the cable failed the 4K/60Hz test. A list of shorted wires appears as well. If needed, tap Run to perform another Compatibility test.
  • Page 99 In this description, the Compatibility and Sweep tests are presented separately. You can check both the Compatibility and Sweep boxes to run the two tests simultaneously. The MU-M4SOL begins to test the quality of each of the wires in the cable. If needed, tap Run to perform another Sweep test.
  • Page 100 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual The figure below shows the sweep test in progress. If necessary, you can tap Stop to cancel the test. Figure 125: Sweep Test in Progress At the end of the test, the Run button appears. Click on the button if you wish to run another Sweep test.

  • Page 101: Ip Network Analyzer

    Figure 127: Selecting IP Module 5.3.5.1 Enabling license All the MU-M4SOL units, are IP ready, but require a license needs to activate. When you first select IP Analyzer you will be presented with the screen below. Page 101 of 130...
  • Page 102 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 128: IP Analyzer licensing window All our IP License subscriptions include a 14-day free trial, after which you have the option to buy the license. Then proceed with the following steps: - 9. Plug in a USB memory stick into one of the USB ports on the rear of the tester.
  • Page 103 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 11. Generating the “Device.conf” file can be done only on the touch screen to the USB stick as seen in Figure 129 Figure 129: generating device configuration file 12. Please email the stored file stored to Support@m4sol.com 13.
  • Page 104 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 15. Then Plug the USB stick back into one of the free rear USB ports and, once again click on the “IP analyzer’ button. 16. The system will automatically enable the Ip window as seen in the illustration below...

  • Page 105: Ip Module Information

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 5.3.5.2 IP Module information The IP analyzer provides the installer snapshot of the AVoIP switch configuration 5.3.5.2.1 IP module main screen information The window highlighted in Figure 67 contains general information about the network Figure 131: IP analyzer main screen information The information contains 5.
  • Page 106 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Please select the switch vendor, switch base IP, username and password as seen below in Figure 68 Figure 132: IP module IGMP interface Once you select the “IGMP read” button, the IGMP information will be extracted from the switch and presented in the following format below in Figure 133.
  • Page 107 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 133: IGMP information 5.3.5.2.3 Generating report Once all the data has been collected, the “Save report” will appear, and then press the ‘Save report’ and a PDF report file will be generated. There are two reports available, the IP module main screen report or the IGMP screen report.
  • Page 108 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 134: IP Module report Page 108 of 130...

  • Page 109: Ip Module Report

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual 5.3.5.3 IP Module Report An example of the detailed report generated by the MU-M4SOL below in Fig 71 Figure 135:IP module report Page 109 of 130...

  • Page 110: System Setup

    Figure 136: Selecting System Setup The System Setup screen (see Figure 73 below) offers the following information and functionalities: MU-M4SOL Application Software Version. ◼ System upgrade. Upgrades the MU-M4SOL system software. ◼ ◼ System Settings. Provides information about main system features.

  • Page 111: System Upgrade

    Prepare a USB memory stick with the upgrade file updateXXX.mst in the root folder or copy the file to the PC directory. Connect the stick to one of the USB ports in the MU-M4SOL device. Select the updateXXX.mst file and tap on the Upgrade button (see the picture below). The system performs the upgrade and reboots using the new version in approximately 10 seconds.

  • Page 112: System Reboot

    User’s Manual Figure 138: System Upgrade 5.4.2 System Reboot To restart the MU-M4SOL test device, tap the System Reboot button and OK, as shown in the figure below. Figure 139: System Reboot Screens The system will reboot in about 10 seconds.

  • Page 113: System Settings

    The upper part of the screen displays read-only system information. Figure 140: System Settings Screen The System Settings page provides the following information and configuration options for the MU-M4SOL system: ◼ App Version. Tester firmware version.

  • Page 114: Date/Clock Setting

    Note: Date and time will be set automatically when connecting Tester to a smart device using a Wi-Fi connection. Shutdown This section describes how to safely shut down the MU-M4SOL test device. ➔ To shut down the test device: Tap on the on/off icon to exit the system.

  • Page 115: Use Cases

    Use Cases This chapter contains use cases for a variety of deployment scenarios. Cable Test Using the MU-M4SOL, you can test the ability of a CATx cable (CAT5e and above) to transmit HDBaseT signals over lengths of 100m and more. ◼...

  • Page 116: Crimping Quality Test

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Crimping Quality Test Check the quality of your RJ45 crimping. MU-M4SOL provides signal quality indications for each pair. A significant differential in MaxErr or MSE indicates the existence of a crimping issue. Figure 144: Crimping Test Setup Inconsistent Video Drops –...

  • Page 117: Inconsistent Video Drops - Ii (Sink Side)

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Inconsistent video drops – II (Sink side) Collect sink-side log data for up to 24 hours to identify time-dependent interference in the HDBaseT transmission line. Figure 146: Inconsistent video drops – II (Sink side) Test Setup Third-Party Product Information...
  • Page 118 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Transmitter-Side Device Figure 147: Product Information – 3rd Party Transmitter Side Test Setup Receiver-Side Device Figure 148: Product Information – 3rd Party Receiver Side Test Setup Page 118 of 130...

  • Page 119: Appendix Aglossary

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Appendix A Glossary Term Definition HDCD High Definition Compatible Digital HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface Infrared MaxErr The maximum recorded value of the residual error The mean square of the residual error Receive System Under Test Transmit Universal Serial Bus...

  • Page 120: Appendix Bspecification

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Appendix B Specification Physical/Mechanical ◼ Chassis Construction: Aluminum ◼ Ingress Protection: IP54 ◼ Size (W x L x H): ◼ MS103TDs 67mm x 180mm x 55mm (2.6” x 7” x 2.1”) ◼ MS104B 67mm x 180mm x 79mm (2.6” x 7” x 3.1”) ◼...

  • Page 121: Appendix Cordering Information

    MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Appendix C Ordering Information MU-M4SOL HDBaseT Testing Device Part Product Code Product Description Number HDBaseT 1.0 tester with 3.5" touch display, built-in HDMI pattern MS103TDs MS TestPro TDs generator, and Wi-Fi connection for smart devices. Battery-based HDBaseT 1.0 tester with 3.5" touch display, built-in...

  • Page 122: Appendix D (Only For Fw 2.00.30 And Below) Generating An Hdbaset Certification Report

    The HDBaseT Certification Report Generator is a PC/Windows-based application used to produce certification reports based on the HDBaseT data collection described earlier in this document. For MU-M4SOL touch screen users, see section 34.2.4.3. ◼ For MU-M4SOL Wi-Fi Client users, follow the instructions in this ◼ appendix. Operating the report generator If you have not yet installed the report generator, follow the installation procedure that appears at the end of this appendix.
  • Page 123 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual If the message depicted in Figure 150 below appears, click OK to start a Java Runtime Environment installation. Figure 150: Java Runtime Environment Required If the download page does not appear in your browser, enter the following address in your browser’s URL box to access the page:...
  • Page 124 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual To save the user data for future use, click Save User Info. The Save As dialog box appears, allowing you to specify a user info file name and location. Figure 152: Saving User Info Data Page 124 of 130...
  • Page 125 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Choose a file name and location for the user information and click Save. The main window reappears. Click the Select Data Source button to specify a file containing HDBaseT certification data. Click the Save button to specify a file name for the certification report.
  • Page 126 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 153: Sample HDBaseT Certification Report – Page 1 (User Data) Page 126 of 130...
  • Page 127 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 154: Sample HDBaseT Certification Report – Page 2 (Transmitter Data) Page 127 of 130...
  • Page 128 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 155: Sample HDBaseT Certification Report – Page 3 (Receiver Data) Page 128 of 130...
  • Page 129 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Installing the Report Generator ➔ To install the report generator: Open the downloaded m4solReportGenerator.zip archive file. Extract the file in the archive and copy them to a directory that you select. NOTE Both files should be copied to the same directory Double-click on the file “m4solReportGenerator.exe”...
  • Page 130 MU-M4SOL User’s Manual Figure 157: Java Runtime Environment Required If the download page does not appear in your browser, enter the following address in your browser’s URL box to access the page: https://java.com/en/download/ END OF DOCUMENT Page 130 of 130...

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