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KX-HDMI-44
4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher
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  • Page 1 User Manual KX-HDMI-44 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher All Rights Reserved Version: KX- HDMI-44_2016V1.0...
  • Page 2 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 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 December 2016.
  • Page 3 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 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 ...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Contents 1. Introduction ......................... 1 1.1 Brief Introduction ....................1 1.2 Features ......................1 1.3 Package List ...................... 1 2. Panel Description ......................2 2.1 Front Panel ......................2 2.2 Rear Panel ......................2 3. System Connection ..................... 4 3.1 Usage Precautions ....................
  • Page 5 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 7.3 Web-based GUI Control .................. 18 7.3.1 Scene Setting ..................19 7.3.2 I/O connection switching ................ 20 7.3.3 EDID Configuration ................21 7.3.4 Audio Out ....................23 7.3.5 Status Setting ..................23 7.3.6 Network Configuration ................25 7.3.7 Password Modification ................

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 1. Introduction 1.1 Brief Introduction This product is a professional 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher with 4 HDMI inputs, 4 HDMI outputs, and 4 SPDIF audio outputs, which is designed for switching four HDMI2.0 and HDCP2.2 compliant signals. It also provides powerful EDID management to ensure reliable AV distribution and routing.

  • Page 7: Panel Description

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 2. Panel Description 2.1 Front Panel INPUTS FIRMWARE OUTPUTS Figure 2- 1 Front Panel Name Description ① Firmware Micro USB port for updating firmware.  Illuminates red when power on;  ② Power Indicator Turns green in standby mode; ...
  • Page 8 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher HDMI: 4 in total, connect with HDMI displays. EDID: 4-pin EDID DIP switchers to set EDID data, “1” stands for “On”, “0” stands for “Off”. Refer to 4.2 EDID Configurarion for more detials. RS232: Serial control port, connect with control device. ③...

  • Page 9: System Connection

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 3. System Connection 3.1 Usage Precautions 1) System should be installed in a clean environment with prop temperature and humidity. 2) All of the power switches, plugs, sockets and power cords should be insulated. 3) All devices should be connected before power on. 3.2 Connection Diagram HDMI: Audio:...

  • Page 10: System Applications

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher  1) When connecting to HDMI2.0 sources, make sure the HDMI cable is compliant with HDMI2.0 to ensure reliable transmission; 2) Connect amplifiers that are capable to decode HDMI audio to the SPDIF ports, or there will be no output on the amplifiers.

  • Page 11: Panel Button Control

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 4. Panel Button Control 4.1 I/O connection switching The front panel features four input selection buttons and four output selection buttons for switching I/O connection. To convert one input to an output: Example: Input 1 to Output 3 →...

  • Page 12: I/O Connection Inquiry

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 4.3 I/O connection Inquiry Press OUTPUTS button 1, 2, 3 or 4 to inquiry its corresponding input, and then the indicator of the input button will turn green.

  • Page 13: Ir Control

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 5. IR Control The Matrix Switcher features one built-in IR receiver to receive IR signal from IR remote to enable IR control. If the external IR receiver or other IR control device need to be used, the IR IN port on rear panel can be connected.

  • Page 14: Rs232 Control

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 6. RS232 Control 6.1 Installation/uninstallation of RS232 Control Software  Installation Copy the control software file to the computer connected with the Matrix Switcher.  Uninstallation Delete all the control software files in corresponding file path. 6.2 Basic Settings Firstly, connect the Matrix Switcher with necessary input devices and output devices.

  • Page 15: Rs232 Communication Commands

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher reliable RS232 control. Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none 6.3 RS232 Communication Commands  1) “[“, “]” in the commands are for easy recognition only and not necessary in real operations.

  • Page 16: Lock/Unlock Commands

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 6.3.2 Lock/unlock Commands Command Function Feedback Example /%Lock; Lock the front panel buttons. System Locked! /%Unlock; Unlock the front panel buttons. System Unlock! System Locked/ %9961. Query the system locking status. Unlock! 6.3.3 Switching Commands Command Function Feedback Example...

  • Page 17: Scene Commands

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Out 4 1920x1080P 6.3.4 Scene Commands Command Function Feedback Example Save the present operation to the Save Save[Y]. preset command [Y], ranges from 1 to (Y=1-10) Recall From Recall[Y]. Recall the preset command [Y]. (Y=1-10) Clear Clear[Y].

  • Page 18: Enable/Disable Digital Audio

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher not available, then set it as initialized EDID data. Set the audio part of input port [x] to EDIDPCM[x]. EDIDPCM[x] PCM format in EDID database. Hexadecimal EDID Get EDID data from output [x] and EDIDG[x]. data carriage display the output port number.
  • Page 19 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Query the status of digital audio of output Out 01 02 03 04 %9977. channels. Audio Y Y Y Y...

  • Page 20: Tcp/Ip Control

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 7. TCP/IP Control 7.1 Control Modes TCP/IP default settings: IP is 192.168.0.178, Gateway is 192.168.0.1, and Serial Port is 4001. IP can be changed as you need, Serial Port cannot be changed.  Controlled by single PC Connect a computer to the TCP/IP port of the Matrix Switcher, and set its network segment to the same as the default IP of the Matrix Switcher (192.168.0.178).

  • Page 21: Tcp/Ip Communication Software Control

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Figure 7- 2 Connect to LAN Step1. Connect the TCP/IP port of the Matrix Switcher to Ethernet port of PC with twisted pair. Step2. Set the PC’s network segment to the same as the Matrix Switcher. Do please remember the PC’s original network segment.
  • Page 22 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Figure 7- 3 Connect to TCPUDP 2) Enter commands in designed area to control the Matrix Switcher, see as below: Enter your command here. Commands are the same with RS232 commands listed in 6.3 RS232 Communication Commands Here you will receive the feedback after a command...

  • Page 23: Web-Based Gui Control

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 7.3 Web-based GUI Control The Matrix Switcher provides with built-in GUI for convenient TCP/IP control. GUI allows users to interact with the Matrix Switcher through graphical icons and visual indicators. Access GUI interface through any one of the following methods: Access through web browser: Type the default IP 192.168.0.178 in the browser at first login.

  • Page 24: Scene Setting

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Figure 7- 5 Login GUI This system divides into administrator and user mode. There are 2 selectable usernames – admin (default password: admin) and user (default password: user). Login as admin can access more configuration interfaces than user. 7.3.1 Scene Setting Type the user name: admin, password: admin, and then click LOGIN, it will show the Scene menu as shown below:...

  • Page 25: I/O Connection Switching

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Figure 7- 6 Scene Menu All ten scenes are shown in above interface. Select a scene and then click “Load” can invoke the selected scene. Click “Cancel” to cancel the current operation. 7.3.2 I/O connection switching Click to enter the following interface, it provide intuitive I/O connection switching.

  • Page 26: Edid Configuration

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Figure 7- 7 Control Menu The button matrix displays every possible connection between every input and output; users can carry on the connections by clicking corresponding button. Buttons 1~4 at the right-bottom corner provides quick saving and recall for overall connection status.
  • Page 27 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Figure 7- 8 Embedded EDID Select “EDID Copy” to enter the below interface: Figure 7- 9 Copy EDID The EDID of INPUT device can be gained from OUTPUT devices. Step1: Select one OUTPUT device that you want to copy its EDID. Step2: Select one or more input devices that need to gain EDID.

  • Page 28: Audio Out

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher inputs, all input devices will copy the EDID from output device. Step3: Click “Confirm” to save the setting or click “Cancel” to cancel operation. 7.3.4 Audio Out Select “Audio Out” to enter the following interface to turn on/off the Audio Output passage.
  • Page 29 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Figure 7- 11 Status- LCD  Button label: Select “Button” to enter the following interface to modify the name of buttons. Figure 7- 12 Status- Button...

  • Page 30: Network Configuration

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher  Scene name: Select “Scene” to enter the following interface to modify the name of scenes. Figure 7- 13 Status-Scene 7.3.6 Network Configuration Click “Network” to enter the below interface to inquire and configure network settings including MAC address, IP address, subnet mask, and Gateway.

  • Page 31: Password Modification

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Figure 7- 14 Network 7.3.7 Password Modification Click “Password” to enter the below interface to inquire and modify the admin or user password. Figure 7- 15 Password In the above interface, turn on the Front Panel to lock all buttons of machine, they...

  • Page 32: Tcp/Ip Port Configuration

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher cannot be operated. 7.4 TCP/IP Port Configuration IP address, subnet mask, and Gateway of the Matrix Switcher can be modified via GUI from the above description, but beyond that users can configure the IP port, including IP reset, password reset, and IP module firmware update on the WebServer.

  • Page 33: Firmware Upgrade Through Usb Port

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 8. Firmware Upgrade through USB port The matrix switcher boasts a USB port for online firmware upgrade on the front panel. Follow these steps to upgrade firmware: Step1. Copy the upgrade software and the latest upgrade file (.bin) to PC. Step2.

  • Page 34: Specification

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 9. Specification Input Signal 4 HDMI Input Connector Female Type-A HDMI Output Signal 4 HDMI; 4 SPDIF audio Output Connector Female Type-A HDMI; COAX connector Control Signal 1 IR IN; 1 TCP/IP; 1 RS232 Control Connector 3.5mm mini jack;...

  • Page 35: Panel Drawing

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 10. Panel Drawing 23 mm INPUTS FIRMWARE OUTPUTS 437 mm INPUTS OUTPUTS CONTROL SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF SPDIF 1 2 3 4 ON DIP 1 2 3 4 EDID R S232 IR IN TCP/IP DC 24V...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting & Maintenance

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 11. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Causes Solutions The connecting cables may Check whether the cables not be connected correctly are connected correctly and Color losing or no video or it may be broken. in working condition. signal output Make sure the connection is Fail or loose connection...
  • Page 37 4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher Switch again. Manage the EDID data There is a blank screen The display does not manually to make the on the display when support the resolution of resolution of the video switching the video source. source automatically compliant with the output resolution.

  • Page 38: After-Sales Service

    4K 4x4 HDMI2.0 Matrix Switcher 12. After-sales Service If there appear some problems when running the device, please check and deal with the problems reference to this user manual. 1. Product Limited Warranty: We warrants that its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for three years, which starts from the first day the product leaves warehouse (check the SN mark on the product).

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