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ALFAtron ALF-MMX3232A-N Manual

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ALFATRON ELECTRONICS GmbH GERMANY
ALF-MMX3232A-N
Modular Matrix Switcher 32x32
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Version: ALF-MMX3232A-N 2021V3.2

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  • Page 1 ALFATRON ELECTRONICS GmbH GERMANY ALF-MMX3232A-N Modular Matrix Switcher 32x32 All Rights Reserved Version: ALF-MMX3232A-N 2021V3.2...
  • Page 2 ALF-MMX3232A-N Preface Read this user manual carefully before using the product. Pictures are shown in this manual for reference only. Different models and specifications are subject to real product. This manual is only for operation instruction, please contact the local distributor for maintenance assistance.
  • Page 3 ALF-MMX3232A-N SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To ensure the best from the product, please read all instructions carefully before using the device. Save this manual for further reference. Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for  possible future shipment.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ALF-MMX3232A-N Table of Contents 1. Product Introduction ....................3 1.1. Features ......................3 1.2. Signal Card ....................... 4 1.3. Package List ..................... 5 2. Panel Description ......................5 2.1. Matrix Front Panel .................... 6 2.2. Matrix Rear Panel ..................... 7 2.3.
  • Page 5 ALF-MMX3232A-N 7. TCP/IP Control (Optional) ..................27 7.1. Control Mode ....................27 7.2. TCP/IP Communication Software ..............29 7.3. TCP/IP Configuration ..................30 8. Specification ......................31 8.1. Main Unit ......................31 8.2. Signal Card ..................... 31 8.2.1. 4I-VA ..................... 31 8.2.2.

  • Page 6: Product Introduction

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 1. Product Introduction The Alfatron ALF-MMX3232 is a high-performance video and audio modular matrix switcher supporting a maximum of 32 input sources and 32 output displays synchronously. It supports different video signals with cross switching. Every video or audio signal is transmitted and switched independently to decrease signal attenuation.

  • Page 7: Signal Card

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 1.2. Signal Card The matrix supports multiple signal cards as listed in the following charts: Signal Model Description 1080P seamless VGA input card with 4 VGA and 4 4I-VA external L+R audio ports. 4K HDMI input card with 4 HDMI, and 4 external L+R 4I-UH audio ports.

  • Page 8: Package List

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 1.3. Package List 1x ALF-MMX3232 Modular Matrix Switcher  1x IR Remote  1x RS232 Cable  4x Plastic Cushions  1x Power Cord  1 x User Manual  Note: Please contact your distributor immediately if any damage or defect in the...

  • Page 9: Panel Description

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 2. Panel Description 2.1. Matrix Front Panel INPUTS MENU SYSTEM MONITOR Undo Enter Through OUTPUTS Name Description Built-in IR sensor to receive IR signal sent from IR remote. ① Power LED The LED illuminates red when power is applied.

  • Page 10: Matrix Rear Panel

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 2.2. Matrix Rear Panel AC110 AC230 VGA 1 VGA 2 VGA 3 VGA 4 Audio outputs VGA 1 VGA 2 VGA 3 VGA 4 TCP/IP CONTROL HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI 3 HDMI 1 HDMI 2...

  • Page 11: Signal Card

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 2.3. Signal Card The ALF-MMX3232 matrix supports expansion through various changeable input / output cards of different signals including HDMI, VGA, and HDBaseT. Below is a brief introduction to the changeable cards. 2.3.1. 4I-VA 1080P seamless VGA input card with 4 VGA and 4 external L+R audio ports.
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  • Page 13 ALF-MMX3232A-N When connecting to YPbPr or C-VIDEO signal, insert converting cables according to specific pin definitions (see the figures below): VGA- YPbPr: Signal Signal GREEN BLUE Other pins are not used. VGA- C-VIDEO: Signal Signal Other pins are not used.

  • Page 14: Uh & 4O-Uh

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 2.3.2. 4I-UH & 4O-UH 4K HDMI input card with 4 HDMI, and 4 external L+R audio ports. 4I-UH Supports HDMI 1.4 and HDCP 1.4.  Compatible with DVI signal.  Input resolution is up to 4Kx2K and supports 1080P 3D.

  • Page 15: Uhs & 4O-Uhs

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 2.3.3. 4I-UHS & 4O-UHS 4K seamless HDMI input card with 4 HDMI and 4 external stereo audio ports. 4I-UHS Supports HDMI 1.4 and HDCP 2.2.  Compatible with DVI-D signal.  Resolution is up to 4096x2160@60Hz 4:2:2.  Input signal card has character overlay function, and character can be changed to ...

  • Page 16: Bt & 4O-Bt

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 2.3.4. 4I-BT & 4O-BT 4K HDBaseT input card with 4 HDBT, 4 RS232 and 4 external stereo audio ports. 4I-BT Supports HDBT 1.0, HDMI 1.4 and HDCP 1.4.  Input resolution is up to 4Kx2K and supports 1080P 3D.
  • Page 17 ALF-MMX3232A-N How the indicators work: Color Definition Status The LED illuminates yellow when power is Yellow Power LED applied. The LED illuminates green when the port is Green Link LED successfully connected to other device via CAT6 / 6a / 7 cable.

  • Page 18: System Connection

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 3. System Connection 3.1. Usage Precaution Ensure all components and accessories are included before installation.  System should be installed in a clean environment with adequate temperature and  humidity. All of the power switches, plugs, sockets, and power cords should be insulated and ...

  • Page 19: Button Control

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 4. Button Control The matrix can be controlled via the front panel buttons. To switch AV signal, please operate the buttons using the following order: Order: “Input Channel” + “AV” +“Output Channel” + “Enter” Note: Input Channel: Fill with the number of the input channel to be controlled.

  • Page 20: Ir Remote Control

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 5. IR Remote Control The ALF-MMX3232 matrix can be controlled via the remote. As the function buttons on the IR remote are the same with the ones on the front panel, the IR remote shares the same operations and commands with the control panel.

  • Page 21: Rs232 Control

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 6. RS232 Control 6.1. RS232 Communication Port Apart from the front control panel and IR remote, the ALF-MMX3232 matrix can be controlled by a far-end control system or through the Ethernet control via the RS-232 communication port. This RS-232 communication port is a female 9-D connector. The definition of its pin...
  • Page 22 ALF-MMX3232A-N The interface of the control software is shown below: Parameter configuration area Monitoring area, show the commands and its feedback information. Command sending area Please set the parameters of COM number, baud rate, data bit, stop bit and the parity bit correctly, only then can the RS232 commands be sent in the Command Sending Area.

  • Page 23: Rs232 Communication Command

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 6.3. RS232 Communication Command With this command system, users are able to control and operate the ALF-MMX3232 matrix with RS232 software remotely. Note: Please disconnect all the twisted pairs before sending command EDIDUpgrade[X].  In the commands, “[” and “]” are symbols for easy reading and do not need to be ...

  • Page 24: System Control Command

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 6.3.1. System Control Command Command Description Feedback /*Type; Get the system model. xxxxx /%Lock; Lock front panel buttons. System Locked! /%Unlock; Unlock front panel buttons. System Unlock! /^Version; Get the firmware version. Vx.x.x Closed The /:MessageOff; Disable feedback message Message Return.

  • Page 25: Preset Command

    ALF-MMX3232A-N Command Description Feedback one by one. A: 01->001 … …c 6.3.3. Preset Command Command Description Feedback Store the current status to preset [Y]. Save[Y]. Save To F8 [Y] ranges from 1 to 9. Recall From F8 V: 01->001 Recall preset [Y] Recall[Y].

  • Page 26: Va Input Card Command

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 6.3.5. 4I-VA Input Card Command Command Description Feedback USER/I/[x]:0622%; Set the input [x] to VGA signal. 0622% USER/I/[x]:0623%; Set the input [x] to YPbPr signal. 0623% USER/I/[x]:0624%; Set the input [x] to S-VIDEO signal. 0624% USER/I/[x]:0625%; Set the input [x] to C-VIDEO signal.

  • Page 27: Uh Input Card Command

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 6.3.6. 4I-UH Input Card Command Command Description Feedback Select audio source for input [x] [x] is port number; [z] stands for audio AUDIO[x]I[z]. AUDIO1I0. source, it can be 0 (embedded HDMI audio) or 1 (analog audio) 6.3.7. 4I-UHS Input Card Command...

  • Page 28: Uhs Output Card Command

    ALF-MMX3232A-N Command Description Feedback xx, xx=00~99. Set the image saturation of input [x] to 04xx% USER/I/[x]:04xx%; xx, xx=00~99. Set the image sharpness of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:05xx%; 05xx% xx, xx=00~99. Set the image color temperature of USER/I/[x]:0607%; 0607% input [x] to user/cool/medium/warm.

  • Page 29: Bt Input Card Command

    ALF-MMX3232A-N Command Description Feedback Resolution GetResolution[x]. Get the resolution of output [x]. Ou001 3840x2160 30Hz Restore the output [x] signal card to USER/O/x:0617%; 0617% factory default. The horizon direction of the output [x] USER/O/[x]:24XX%; signal is divided into XX blocks. The 24xx% value of XX should be less than 9.
  • Page 30 ALF-MMX3232A-N Examples: 1. Switch signal from an input channel to all output channels: [x]All. Example: Send “3All.” to transfer signal from input 3 to all the output channels. 2. Switch all input signals to corresponding output channels respectively: All#. Example: If this command is carried out, the status of matrix will be: 1->1, 2->2, 3->3, 4->4……...
  • Page 31 ALF-MMX3232A-N 15. Command for signal cards: USER/[Y]/[X]*****. Example: “USER/I/7:0623%;” to set the input 7 to support YPbPr signal, the card is plugged in the second input slot of the matrix.

  • Page 32: Tcp/Ip Control (Optional)

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 7. TCP/IP Control (Optional) 7.1. Control Mode TCP/IP default settings: IP: 192.168.0.178 Gateway is 192.168.0.1 Serial Port: 4001 IP and Gateway can be changed as you require, Serial Port cannot be changed. Controlled by Single PC  Connect a computer to the TCP/IP port of the matrix and set its network segment to the same as the default IP of the matrix (192.168.0.178).
  • Page 33 ALF-MMX3232A-N Controlled by PC(s) in LAN  The matrix can be connected to a router to make up a LAN with the PC(s); this ensures it is able to be controlled in a LAN. When controlling, ensure the matrix’s network segment is the same with the router.

  • Page 34: Tcp/Ip Communication Software

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 7.2. TCP/IP Communication Software (Exampled by TCPUDP software) 1) Connect a computer and the matrix to the same network. Open the TCPUDP software (or any other TCP/IP communication software) and create a connection, enter the IP address and port of the matrix (default IP: 192.168.0.178, port:4001):...

  • Page 35: Tcp/Ip Configuration

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 7.3. TCP/IP Configuration Type the designed website 192.168.0.178:100 into your browser. Enter the correct username and password to log in the WebServer: Username: admin Password: admin Here is the main configuration interface of the WebServer: In this interface, you can: Change website display language.

  • Page 36: Specification

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 8. Specification 8.1. Main Unit Control parts Serial Control Port RS-232, 9- female D connector Configuration 2 = TX, 3 = RX, 5 = GND Installation Rack Mountable Front Panel Control Buttons Option TCP/IP control General Power Supply 100VAC ~ 240VAC, 50/60Hz...

  • Page 37: Uh & 4O-Uh

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 8.2.2. 4I-UH & 4O-UH 4I-UH Input (4) HDMI, (4) Audio (4) Female 19-pin type-A HDMI, Input Connector (4) 3-pin pluggable terminal block Input Level T.M.D.S. 2.9V~3.3V 75Ω Input Impedance 20Hz～20K Hz Frequency Response 4O-UH Output (4) HDMI, (4) Audio...

  • Page 38: Bt & 4O-Bt

    ALF-MMX3232A-N Power Consumption Color Depth 8bit General Signal Type HDMI, DVI-D Bandwidth 10.2Gbps Operation 0℃~ +50℃ Temperature Relative Humidity 10%~ 90% Embedded audio supports: PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, DTS- Audio Format HD format, external audio supports PCM format. EDID Management Supports EDID following function.
  • Page 39 ALF-MMX3232A-N Analog audio: PCM HDMI Standard HDBT 1.0, HDMI 1.4 and HDCP 1.4 EDID Support manual EDID management...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting & Maintenance

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 9. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Potential Causes Solutions Bad quality of the Try another high-quality connecting cable cable Output image ghosting Inappropriate image Adjust corresponding image setting of the display settings Output image with color Reconnect the display and...
  • Page 41 ALF-MMX3232A-N Wrong RS232 Type in correct RS232 communication Cannot control the device communication parameters. parameters by control device (e.g., a PC) through RS232 port Send to authorized dealer Broken RS232 port for inspection. Cannot control the device Send command 50605% to...

  • Page 42: After-Sales Service

    1) Product Limited Warranty: Alfatron warrants that its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for seven years, which starts from the first day of purchase.

  • Page 43: Warranty

    ALF-MMX3232A-N 11. Warranty 1.1 This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product. 1.2 Should warranty service be required, proof of purchase must be presented to the Company. The serial number on the product must be clearly visible and not have been tampered with in any way whatsoever.
  • Page 44 ALF-MMX3232A-N 1.10 The Company will, at its sole option, provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty: 1.10.1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time, free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition.;...

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