HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL Contents Introduction Thank you for purchasing this product. Features For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions care- Front Panel Description fully before connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this Rear Panel Description manual for future reference.
Introduction Our Essential 4x2 HDBaseT™ Matrix offers unprecedented performance and value for the custom installation market. The HMXL42ARC-KIT is a HDMI2.0 4K60Hz 4:4:4 HDCP2.2 Matrix package utilising CSC technology to deliver HDMI, Bi-directional IR and PoC up to lengths of 70m over a single CAT cable.
Line Level Volume Control Indicator - displays the current volume level of the selected output Rear Panel Description IR Outputs - 3.5mm mono connector to connect to Blustream HDMI Inputs - connect to source devices 5V IR emitter. Used for local source control...
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22 : User EDID 1 Software EDID 23 : User EDID 2 Please note: when using the web-GUI of the HMXL42ARC to configure individual EDID settings per input device, the DIP-switches on the rear of the unit must be set to ‘Software EDID’. Contact: support@blustream.com.au...
HDBaseT™ Receiver Compatibility This matrix is compatible with all Blusream HDBaseT™ receivers however support of specific features will vary. It is recommended to utilise the supplied Blustream RX70CS HDBaseT™ receivers with this Matrix as this fully supports the following key features: •...
When installing CAT cables it is advised that you use the best possible CAT cable quality. HDMI distribution products will only work if used with CAT5e standard cable or above. Blustream recommends using a CAT6 cable (or better) for installations, especially when running longer distances, in areas of high EMI, or for 4K signal distribution. It is advised that using any method of patch panel, wall plate, or join within the CAT cable is avoided as these can add degradation to the signal.
The Blustream range of matrix products include Matrix control via IR. IMPORTANT: Blustream Infrared products are all 5V and NOT compatible with alternative manufacturers Infrared solutions. When using third party 12V IR control solutions please use the Blustream IRCAB cable for IR conversion.
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL Login Page The Login Page allows a user or admin to login and access additional functionality. This page also shows you the current firmware version of both the matrix and web-GUI. Guest Control Page The Guest Control Page allows a guest to change inputs for each zone without needing to be logged into the matrix.
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL Audio Control Page The Audio Control Page allows you to change the source audio of the matrix per output, as well as adjust the line level volume output or enable/disable the muting of the analogue or digital outputs. The Audio Select drop down menu also allows selection of Audio Return Channel either via HDMI or RX from the supplied RX70CS HDBaseT™...
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL Configuration IR Select Page The Configuration IR Select Page allows you to change the IR routing of the matrix. Simply select the square that corresponds with the input and zone output you wish to set up a bi-directional IR relationship with, to have IR route only between that input to output.
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• Enable or disable PoC (Power over Cable) to power the connected HDBT receiver. It is recommended to use the Blustream RX70CS HDBaseT Receiver to support all features of this Matrix • Enable or disable IR being transmitted out to a zone or from that zone output •...
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL CEC Page - Input The CEC Page allows pre-defined CEC commands to be sent to Inputs or Outputs of the Matrix. Choose between Input, Output and User-defined sections at the top of the page. On the CEC Input Page, an input must be specified to send the CEC command to.
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL CEC Page - User-defined The CEC User-defined Page allows custom CEC commands to be sent to any Output of the Matrix. Select an output and then enter the custom CEC command to send the desired function to the output display.
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL RS-232 Page - HDBT The RS-232 HDBT Page can remotely control devices connected via DB9 serial to the remote HDBaseT Receiver. It is then possible to automate the display on, input select and display off process via RS-232 for each HDBaseT output, when the Matrix is turned on or off.
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL Upgrade Page The Upgrade Page will shows the current firmware version of the Matrix, including the web-GUI version and the MCU firmware version. It also allows you to upgrade the firmware of both the Matrix MCU as well as the Receiver units connected to the Matrix.
HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL Remote Control Description OUTPUT AND INPUT SELECTION Select the zone Output you wish to change the source on (Numbers 1-2 correspond to the zone outputs 1-2, or ALL corresponds with all outputs). Pressing the PTP button will mirror all inputs and outputs (Example - Input 1 to output 1, input 2 to output 2 etc).
1 x 24V/5A DC - 4-pin DIN connector NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weights and dimensions are approximate. Package Contents • 1 x HMXL42ARC • 2 x RX70CS HDBaseT Receivers • 1 x Rack Mounting Kit • 1 x Surface Mounting Kit •...
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\r or 0D (in hex) • Spaces – Blustream commands do not require space between commands unless specified. There may be some programs that require spacing in order to work. - How the string should look is as follows OUT01ON - How the string may look if spaces are required: OUT{Space}01{Space}ON •...
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL RS-232 Configuration and Telnet Commands COMMAND ACTION COMMAND ACTION ? / HELP Print help information Set Volume Level xx On Output yy xx = [0...100]: Set Volume Level STATUS Print system status and port status xx = +: Volume Level Increases...
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL RS-232 Configuration and Telnet Commands COMMAND ACTION COMMAND ACTION OUT xx CEC OK Confirm Operation (Enter) On Output xx Send Custom CEC Command u8DevID: 00 Select All CEC Input Port OUT xx CEC UP UP On Output xx...
HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL Web-GUI Firmware Update The web-GUI of the Matrix is used to configure and control the product through a web portal. The Matrix can be accessed on any internet connected device including: tablets, smart phones and laptops that are on the same network.
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL 4) Click 'Choose File' and select the web-GUI/MediaTek firmware file downloaded from the Blustream website. This will be a .bin file: 5) Press 'Apply' to begin the firmware update process. The update process will take up to 1 minute to complete. Do not refresh or navigate away from this page until the update process has completed.
HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL Schematic Contact: support@blustream.com.au support@blustream-us.com support@blustream.co.uk...
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HMXL42ARC-KIT USER MANUAL Certifications FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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