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User Manual X2-1616 Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher All Rights Reserved Version: X2-1616_2015V2.5 www.ute.de...
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Preface Read this user manual carefully before using this product. Pictures shown in this manual is for reference only, different model and specifications are subject to real product. This manual is only for operation instruction only, not for any maintenance usage. The functions described in this version are updated till August 2015.
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To insure 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 ...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Table of Contents 1. Introduction ......................... 1 1.1. About X2-1616 ....................1 1.2. Features ......................1 1.2.1. X2 signal card (changeable cards) ............2 1.3. Package List ..................... 2 2. Panel Description ......................3 2.1. X2-1616 ......................3 2.1.1.
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4.3.2. RS232 Communication Commands ............. 18 4.4. TCP/IP Control (Optional) ................28 4.4.1. Control Modes ..................28 4.4.2. Control X2-1616 via TCP/IP communication software ......29 4.4.3. TCP/IP Configuration ................30 5. Specification ......................32 5.1. Main Unit ......................32 5.2.
It has 1 RS232 port and 1 optional TCP/IP port for convenient control from third-party. With its flexible design, X2-1616 can be used for different project and tend to be an all-in-one solution. It is the combo solution for multimedia conference rooms, control rooms, broadcasting rooms, shopping center etc.
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher 1.2.1. X2 signal card (changeable cards) X2-1616 supports multiple signal cards as listed in the following charts: Spec Inputs Signal Format Models X2-4I-HD HDMI X2-4I-HS HDMI& analog audio X2-4I-DV DVI, HDMI, VGA, AV, X2-4I-DS YPbPr...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher 2. Panel Description 2.1. X2-1616 2.1.1. Front Panel Figure 2- 1 Front Panel of X21616 Name Description IR sensor, receive IR signal sent from IR remote ① Power Illuminate red once powered on ② indicator Display real-time operation status ③...
Note: There are only 4 input and 4 output slots for X2-1616, which enables only 4 input cards and 4 output cards to be installed on X2-1616. The input/output cards can be changed based on your requests and supports hot plug and play.
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher X2-4O-DV: output card, maximum four output signal, output signals from X2-4I-DV, or other kinds of input cards. Pin Layout of the DVI-I connector (Dual-Link). (Female) Function Function T.M.D.S.Data2- T.M.D.S.Data3+ T.M.D.S.Data2+ +5V Power Ground (return for T.M.D.S.
5 resolutions: 1024x768, 1280x720, 1600x1200, 1920x1080, 1920x1200. Before using X2-4O-DS, upgrade the front-board and backboard of X2-1616. Seek technical assistant from our technical supporters. DVI interfaces on the signal card are same with the interfaces on X2-4I-DV &...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher DVI- YPbPr: Signal Signal GREEN BLUE Other pins are unused. DVI- VGA (female): Signal Signal Horizontal Sync GREEN Analog Vertical Sync Analog Other pins are unused. 2.2.3. X2-4I-HD & X2-4O-HD HDMI signal card. (Please check the specification from 5.2.3) It boasts embedded EDID management, and supports DDC.
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher TMDS Data 1- DDC Clock TMDS Data 0+ No Connect TMDS Data 0 Shield TMDS Data 0- TMDS Clock- TMDS Clock TMDS Clock+ Shield 2.2.4. X2-4I-HS & X2-4O-HS Seamless HDMI signal card with auxiliary audio port (Please check the specification from 5.2.4)
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Output card only supports VGA output X2-4I-VG: input card, maximum four input signal, support VGA (RGBHV), YPbPr, S- video, C-video& CVBS. Input signal can pass to output device through any kinds of output cards. X2-4O-VG: output card, maximum four VGA output signal and 4 stereo audio outputs, output video signal from X2-4I-VG, or other kinds of input cards, and output audio signal from the audio of the input signal.
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher VGA- C-VIDEO: Signal Signal Other pins are not used. 2.2.6. X2-4I-VA VGA signal card. (Please check the specification from 5.2.6) Scale all inputs to 1080p or 1920x1200; Input signal can be VGA (RGBHV), YPbPr, S-video, C-video or CVBS;...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher The BNC connector is shown as the figure below. Tip (+) Sleeve ( ) BNC Connector 2.2.8. X2-4I-SS Seamless SDI signal card (Please check the specification from 5.2.8) It is compatible with different SDI signal formats, including SD/HD/3G-SDI (adaptive), support seamless transmission for high-definition signal up to 1080p;...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher X2-4O-TP: output card, maximum output four HDMI TP signal, output signals from X2-4I-TP, or other kinds of input cards, need to work with HD-70XR. How the indicators work: Color Definition Status Blink once powered on;...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher It also boasts embedded EDID management. X2-4I-UH: input card, maximum four input signal. Input signal can pass to output device through X2-4O-UH, or other kinds of output cards. Note: When matching with output cards that do not support 4kx2k, adjust the input resolution to 1080p to enable reliable output.
Multi-mode optical fiber cable Before using X2-4I-UF & X2-4O-UF, upgrade the front-board and backboard of X2-1616. Seek technical assistant from our technical supporters. 2.2.12. X2-4I-BT & X2-4O-BT 4K Twisted pair card (Please check the specification from 5.2.12) Support HDTV, compatible with HDBT 1.0, HDMI1.4a&...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher 3. System Connection 3.1. Usage Precautions 1) System should be installed in a clean environment and has a prop temperature and humidity. 2) All of the power switches, plugs, sockets and power cords should be insulated and safe.
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher 4. Control Operations 4.1. Front Panel Button control Users can control X2-1616 rapidly and directly with its front panel buttons. To switch AV signal, please operate the buttons under the following format: Format: “Input Channel” + “AV” +“Output Channel”+“Enter”...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher 4.2. IR Remote control With the IR remote, X2-1616 could be controlled remotely. 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.
Unused Unused Unused Unused When X2-1616 connects to the RS232 port of a computer with control software, users can control it by that computer. To control the switcher, users need to use RS232 control software. 4.3.2. RS232 Communication Commands With this command system, users are able to control and operate the X2-1616 with RS232 software remotely.
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Communication protocol: Baud rate: 9600; Data bit: 8; Stop bit: 1; Parity bit: none. Command Description Feedback X2-1616 /*Type; Inquire the models information. System Locked! /%Lock; Lock front panel buttons. System Unlock! /%Unlock; Unlock front panel buttons.
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Save the present operation to the Save To F8 Save[Y]. preset command [Y]. [Y] ranges from 0 to 9. Recall From F8 V: 01->001 Recall[Y]. Recall the preset command [Y]. A: 01->001 … … Clear F8 Clear[Y].
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Custom command for signal cards, USER/[Y]/[X]:*****; [Y]=I/O; [X]= port number; *****: User-definable command, e.g. 0623% Restore factory default. All I/O connection will be restored to 0911%. straight through: 1->1, 2->2,…; saved operation status will remain the same.
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher X2-4O-HS Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0804%; 1280x720P @60Hz Out03 1280x720P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0813%; 1280x1080P @60Hz Out03 1920x1080P Set the resolution of output [x] to Resolution USER/O/[x]:0824%;...
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Set the resolution of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0621%; 0621% 1600X1200@60Hz. Set the resolution of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0629%; 0629% 1920X1080@60Hz. Set the resolution of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0620%; 0620% 1920X1200@60Hz. Restore input [x] to factory default.
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Set the resolution of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0619%; 0619% 1360x768, HD Set the resolution of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0626%; 0626% 1024x768, XGA Set the resolution of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0627%; 0627% 1280x720, 720P Set the resolution of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0628%;...
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Set the resolution of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0629%; 0629% 1920x1080, 1080P Set the resolution of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0620%; 0620% 1920x1200, WUXGA Set the resolution of input [x] to USER/I/[x]:0621%; 0621% 1600x1200, UXGA Software update USER/I/[x]:0698%;...
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Select audio source for input [X] [X] is port number; [Z] stands for audio AUDIO[X]I[Z]. AUDIO1I0. source, can be 0 (embedded HDMI audio) or 1 (analog audio) Examples: 1、 Transfer signals from an input channel to all output channels: [x]All.
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher 14、EDID management command:. EDIDM[X]B[Y]. Example: “EDIDM5B3.” to enable input 3 to learn the EDID data of output 5. 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.
Controlled by PC(s) in LAN The X2-1616 can be connected with a router to make up a LAN with the PC(s), this make it able to be controlled in a LAN. When control, just make sure the X2-1616’s network segment is the same with the router.
Step3. Set the X2-1616’s network segment to the same as the router. Step4. Set the PC’s network segment to the original one. Step5. Connect the X2-1616 and PC(s) to the router. In the same LAN, each PC is able to control the X2-1616 asynchronously.
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher 2) After connect successfully, we can enter commands to control the X2-1616, as below: Enter your command here. Commands are the same with RS232 commands listed in 4.3.2 RS232 Communication Commands Here you will receive the feedback when a command is sent.
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher In this interface, you can: Change website display language Modify network settings: Go to Internet Settings -> WAN Upgrade TCP/IP module: Go to Administration -> Upload Program -> Select program file -> Start upgrading Reboot the device after upgrading.
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher 5. Specification 5.1. Main Unit Control parts Serial control RS-232, 9- female D 2 = TX, 3 = RX, 5 = Configurations port connector Front panel Installation Rack Mountable Buttons control Options TCP/IP control General...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Up to 4Kx2K Resolution 1km (Single mode transmission, using Single Mode Optical Transmission Module and OM3 Single Mode Fiber Cable) Distance 300m (Multi-mode transmission, using Single/ Multi mode Optical Module and OM3 Multi-Mode Fiber Cable) Data Rate 10.2Gbit/s...
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X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher Audio Format Analog audio: PCM HDMI Support HDMI1.4a Standard EDID& HDCP Compliant with HDCP 1.4; Support manual EDID management Management U.T.E. electronic GmbH & Co. KG www.ute.de...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher 6. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Causes Solutions Bad quality of the Try another high quality connecting cable cable Output image with ghost Impropriate image setting Adjust corresponding of the displayer image settings Output image with color...
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RS232 / IR remote / been broken. dealer for repairing. front panel buttons If your problem persists after following the above troubleshooting steps, seek further help from authorized dealer or our technical support (info@ute.de). U.T.E. electronic GmbH & Co. KG www.ute.de...
X2-1616: Modular 16x16 Matrix Switcher 7. After-sales Service If there appear some problems when running X2-1616, please check and deal with the problems referring to this user manual. Any transport costs are borne by the users during the warranty. 1) Product Limited Warranty: We warrant that our products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years, which starts from the first day the product leaves warehouse (check the SN mark on the product).
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