AVGear UHD4K-44 V3 User Manual

4x4 hdmi 2.0 matrix

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UHD4K-44 V3
This product is a professional 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix
Switcher with built in Audio Matrix. It includes 4 HDMI
inputs, 4 HDMI outputs and the last two outputs feature
down-scaling, which is designed for switching two
HDMI2.0 and HDCP2.3 compliant signals. It also
features 4 SPDIF and 4 analog audio outputs for the
audio matrix. The matrix switcher features
comprehensive EDID management and advanced HDCP
handling to ensure maximum functionality with a wide
range of video sources.
Features
▪ 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher.
▪ Supports 4K/60 4:4:4, HDR,
HDCP2.3 compliant.
▪ Audio Matrix, audio out can de-
embedded from any input or output.
▪ Individual volume adjustment on
each L+R output.
▪ Supports 4K to 1080p down-scaling
on outputs 3 & 4.
▪ HDMI out provides 2.5W to power
Active Optical Cables (AoC).
▪ HDMI Output supports up to
5V500mA for AoC cables
▪ Controllable by front panel, IR,
RS232 and TCP/IP.

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  • Page 1 UHD4K-44 V3 Features ▪ 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher. ▪ Supports 4K/60 4:4:4, HDR, HDCP2.3 compliant. ▪ Audio Matrix, audio out can de- embedded from any input or output. ▪ Individual volume adjustment on each L+R output. ▪ Supports 4K to 1080p down-scaling This product is a professional 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix...
  • Page 2 UHD4K-44 V3 PLEASE READ THIS PRODUCT MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. This manual is only for operational instruction only, and not to be used for maintenance. The functions described in this version are current as at December, 2019. Any changes of functions and operational parameters will be updated in future manual versions.
  • Page 3 UHD4K-44 V3 SAFETY OPERATION GUIDE To guarantee the reliable operation of the equipment and safety of the user, please abide by the following procedures in installation, use and maintenance: 1. The system must be earthed properly. Please do not use two blade plugs and ensure the alternating power supply ranges from 100v to 240v and from 50Hz to 60Hz.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    UHD4K-44 V3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ......................1 Product Introduction ..................... 1.1 Features ......................1.2 What’s in the Box ....................1.3 Panel Description ..................... 2 Front Panel ......................2.1 Rear Panel ......................2.2 System Connection ....................3 Usage Precautions ....................3.1 System Diagram ....................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    1. Introduction 1.1. Product Introduction The UHD4K-44 V3 is a professional 4x4 HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher with Audio Matrix. It includes 4 HDMI inputs, 4 HDMI outputs and the last two outputs feature a video down-scaling function, which is designed for switching two HDMI2.0 and HDCP2.3 compliant signals.
  • Page 6: What's In The Box

    UHD4K-44 V3 1.3. What’s in the Box ▪ 1x UHD4K-44 V3 ▪ 2x Mounting Ears with 6 Screws ▪ 4x Plastic Cushions ▪ 1x IR Remote ▪ 1x IR Receiver ▪ 1x RS232 Cable (3-pin to DB9) ▪ 1x Power Adaptor (24V DC 1.25A) ▪...
  • Page 7: Panel Description

    UHD4K-44 V3 2. Panel Description 2.1. Front Panel PRESET RECALL ENTER CLEAR UHD4K-44 V3 HOLD TO STORE Name Description Illuminates green when device is powered on; ⚫ ① Power Indicator Turns red in standby mode. ⚫ Built-in IR sensor, receives IR signal sent from IR ②...
  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    UHD4K-44 V3 2.2. Rear Panel IR REC Name Description HDMI input ports, 4 in total, connects with HDMI ① INPUTS sources. 4 in total, connects with HDMI displays. The last two ② OUTPUTS HDMI ports have a down-scaling function. SPDIF: audio output ports for de-embedded HDMI audio, 4 in total.
  • Page 9: System Connection

    UHD4K-44 V3 3. System Connection 3.1. Usage Precautions ▪ Make sure all components and accessories are included before installation. ▪ System should be installed in a clean environment with controlled temperature and humidity. ▪ All of the power switches, plugs, sockets, and power cords should be insulated and safe.
  • Page 10: Panel Control

    UHD4K-44 V3 4. Panel 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. 1) To convert 1 input to 1 output: Example: Input 1 to Output 3 →...
  • Page 11: Clear Button

    UHD4K-44 V3 Press the PRESET 1~4 to recall the saved preset 1~4. Note: The matrix switcher supports six presets, but only preset 1~4 can be saved and recalled by button control. Please manage other preset by GUI control or RS232 control.
  • Page 12: Ir Remote Control

    UHD4K-44 V3 5. IR Remote 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 ① Standby Button: Press it to enter/ exit standby mode.
  • Page 13: Gui Control

    UHD4K-44 V3 6. GUI Control The matrix can be controlled via TCP/IP. The default IP settings are: IP Address: 192.168.0.178 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 192.168.0.1 Type 192.168.0.178 in the internet browser, it will enter the below log-in webpage: Username: admin...
  • Page 14: Switching Tab

    UHD4K-44 V3 6.1. Switching Tab Use the 4x4 button grid on the page to set which inputs are directed to which outputs. For example, clicking the button on the Input 1 row and Output 1 column, directs input 1 to output 1.
  • Page 15: Audio Tab

    UHD4K-44 V3 6.2. Audio Tab 1) Audio Setting • There are eight audio sources can be selected for four digital SPDIF output ports. Audio Sources Audio Output Ports Input Breakout Output Breakout SPDIF 1 & Analog 1 Audio on Input 1 Audio on Output 1 SPDIF 2 &...
  • Page 16: Configuration Tab

    UHD4K-44 V3 2) Audio Volume • Four pairs analog L/R audio to control their outputs volume. 6.3. Configuration Tab 6.3.1 EDID Copy Copy the EDID of the selected output device to one or more input source. ⚫...
  • Page 17 UHD4K-44 V3 6.3.2 EDID Setting Select the compatible built-in EDID for the selected input source. ⚫ Upload user-defined EDID by the below steps: ⚫ 1) Prepare the EDID file (.bin) on the control PC. 2) Select the User-defined. 3) Click the box , and then select the EDID file (.bin) according the tooltip.
  • Page 18: Cec Tab

    UHD4K-44 V3 6.4. CEC Tab If the input source devices, output display devices support CEC, they can be controlled via the following CEC interface. 1) Input Source Device Control Select one input source device to be controlled, and then press function ⚫...
  • Page 19: Rs232 Tab

    UHD4K-44 V3 6.5. RS232 Tab ASCII or HEX command format can be selected. ⚫ Baud Rate: Supports 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 or 115200. ⚫ Command Ending: NULL, CR, LF or CR+LF can be chosen. ⚫ Command: Type the command in this box to control the third-party device ⚫...
  • Page 20: Network Tab

    UHD4K-44 V3 6.7. Network Tab Static IP or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). ⚫ Modify the static IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway. ⚫ 6.8. Access Tab Modify the login password. ⚫ Lock or unlock the front panel buttons. ⚫...
  • Page 21: Gui Upgrade

    UHD4K-44 V3 6.9. GUI Upgrade Web-based GUI for the product supports online update in http://192.168.0.178:100. First, the product is running. Type the username and password (the same as the GUI log-in settings, modified password will be available only after rebooting) to log in the configuration interface.
  • Page 22: Rs232 Control

    UHD4K-44 V3 7. RS232 Control Connect the RS232 port to control device (e.g. PC) with RS232 cable. The matrix can be controlled by sending RS232 commands. 7.1. RS232 Control Software Installation: Copy the control software file to the control PC.
  • Page 23: Rs232 Control Commands

    UHD4K-44 V3 Please set the parameters of COM number, bound rate, data bit, stop bit and the parity bit correctly, and then you are able to send command in command sending area. 7.2. RS232 Control Commands Communication protocol: RS232 Communication Protocol...
  • Page 24: Query Commands

    UHD4K-44 V3 Command Function Feedback Example xx =01~02 is the corresponding number of output 3 or 4 port, if the xx =00, it means both output 3 and 4 ports. Turn ON Output 01! Able HDMI 5V of output port.
  • Page 25 UHD4K-44 V3 Command Function Feedback Example Turn ON Output 04! IN 1 2 3 4 STA_IN. Query 5V Status of input port. LINK N N N N OUT 1 2 3 4 STA_OUT. Query HPD Status of output. LINK N Y N N...
  • Page 26: Lock/Unlock Commands

    UHD4K-44 V3 Command Function Feedback Example Output 01 Switch To In 02! Output 02 Switch To In 02! Output 03 Switch To In 02! Output 04 Switch To In 02! 7.2.4 Lock/unlock Commands Command Function Feedback Example Lock. Lock the front panel buttons.
  • Page 27: Hdcp Compliance

    UHD4K-44 V3 7.2.6 HDCP Compliance Command Function Feedback Example Force able and output HDCP OUT 01 HDCP ON! 1.4. OUT 02 HDCP ON! [xx]=00~04, HDCP[xx]ON. OUT 03 HDCP ON! xx =01~04 is the number of output port, if the xx =00, it OUT 04 HDCP ON! means all output ports.
  • Page 28: Edid Management

    UHD4K-44 V3 7.2.7 EDID Management Command Function Feedback Example Restore the factory default EDID data All Input EDID Set EDIDMInit. for each input. Default! Upgrade EDID via Serial Port [xx]=00~04 ⚫ xx=01~04 is the number of input port(able EDID user-defined for...
  • Page 29 UHD4K-44 V3 Command Function Feedback Example output port [xx]. OK By 04 EXT EDID! [xx]=01~04 xx =01~04 is the number of the output port. [yy]=00~04 yy=01~04 is the number of input port, if the yy=00, it means all input ports.
  • Page 30: Cec Control

    UHD4K-44 V3 7.2.8 CEC Control If the input sources, HDBaseT output devices and local HDMI output devices are supports CEC, they can be controlled by sending the following command instead of IR remote. CEC[I/O][AA][BB][CC][DD]. The “[I]” represents the input port. The “[O]” represents the output port.
  • Page 31 UHD4K-44 V3 CEC Input 02 Send Success! CECI0204446D. Power on. CECI[AA][BB][CC]6D. CEC Input 02 Send Success! CECI0204446C. Power off. CECI[AA][BB][CC]6C. CEC Input 02 Send Success! ✓ Control the output display device: Command Example and Command Description Response CECO04404441. CECO[AA][BB][CC]41. Volume up.
  • Page 32: Firmware Upgrade

    UHD4K-44 V3 8. Firmware Upgrade Please follow the steps as below to upgrade firmware by the FIRMWARE port on the rear panel: 1) Prepare the latest upgrade file and rename it as “08010000.APP” on PC. 2) Power off the switcher, and connect the FIRMWARE port of switcher to the PC with USB cable.
  • Page 33: Specifications

    UHD4K-44 V3 9. Specifications Video Video Input (4) HDMI Video Input Connector (4) Type-A female HDMI Video input Video Up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 Resolution Video Output (4) HDMI Video Output Connector (4) Type-A female HDMI, Video output Video Up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4...
  • Page 34 UHD4K-44 V3 before clipping) < 0.05dB, 1 KHz sine at 0dBFS level (or max level L-R Level deviation before clipping) Frequency Response < ± 0.5dB 20Hz - 20KHz Deviation 1Kohm and higher (supports 10x paralleled 10k ohm Output Load Capability...
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting & Maintenance

    UHD4K-44 V3 10. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Potential Causes Solutions The connecting cables may Check whether the cables not be connected correctly or are connected correctly and Color loss or no may be broken. in working condition. video signal output Make sure the connection is Failed or loose connection.

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