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USER MANUAL
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MTX2-42-T
4x2 USB C/HDMI Matrix Transmitter
P/N:2900-301738 Rev 1
www.kramerav.com

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL MODEL: MTX2-42-T 4x2 USB C/HDMI Matrix Transmitter P/N:2900-301738 Rev 1 www.kramerav.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Mounting the MTX2-42-T Devices ______________________________________________________ 8 Connecting MTX2-42-T ________________________________________________________________ 9 Connecting the Output to a Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Acceptor ___________________ 10 Connecting to MTX2-42-T with RS-232 _________________________________________________ 10 Connecting to USB Hosts ____________________________________________________________ 11 Wiring RJ-45 Connectors ____________________________________________________________ 11 Operating and Controlling MTX2-42-T _________________________________________________ 12...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Kramer Electronics Ltd. Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better!.

  • Page 4: Overview

    European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at https://www.kramerav.com/social-responsibility/environment/.

  • Page 5: Typical Applications

     Any space where BYOD support is required  Controlling your MTX2-42-T device Control your MTX2-42-T directly via the front panel push buttons, or: By RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or a serial  controller.

  • Page 6: Defining Mtx2-42-T

    Kramer Electronics Ltd. Defining MTX2-42-T Figure 1: MTX2-42-T Matrix Transmitter Front Panel Feature Function OUTPUT button Select Button Press to select to which output to route when an INPUT selection button is pressed HDMI/HDBT LEDs LED lights green when selected.
  • Page 7 Block Connector extension over the HDBT connection. CONTROL 3-pin Connect to a serial controller or PC to Terminal Block control MTX2-42-T or to a serially- Connector controlled device port for its control via the MTX2-42-T. PROGRAM USB Type-A Connect to a PC to perform a firmware upgrade.

  • Page 8: Mounting The Mtx2-42-T Devices

    Kramer Electronics Ltd. Mounting the MTX2-42-T Devices This section provides instructions for mounting MTX2-42-T. Before installing, verify that the environment is within the recommended range Operation temperature – 0° to 40°C (32 to 104°F).  Storage temperature – -40° to +70°C (-40 to +158°F).

  • Page 9: Connecting Mtx2-42-T

    Kramer Electronics Ltd. Connecting MTX2-42-T Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your MTX2-42-T. After connecting your MTX2-42-T, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device. Figure 3: Connecting to the MTX2-42-T Rear Panel To connect MTX2-42-T as illustrated in the example in Figure 3: 1.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Output To A Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Acceptor

    MTX2-42-T features an RS-232 3-pin terminal block connector allowing the RS-232 to control MTX2-42-T. Connect the RS-232 terminal block on the rear panel of MTX2-42-T the to a PC/controller, as follows: From the RS-232 9 pin D-sub serial port connect:...

  • Page 11: Connecting To Usb Hosts

    Kramer Electronics Ltd. Pin 2 to the TX pin on the MTX2-42-T RS-232 terminal block  Pin 3 to the RX pin on theMTX2-42-T RS-232 terminal block  Pin 5 to the G pin on the MTX2-42-T RS-232 terminal block ...

  • Page 12: Operating And Controlling Mtx2-42-T

    MTX2-42-T includes 4 inputs: 2 USB-C inputs that can operate as hosts in addition to passing AV signals, and 2 HDMI inputs which can be linked with Host ports 1 and 2 via the MTX2-42-T UI. A single active USB host is connected to both local and remote (when paired with HDBT receiver) MTX2-42-T USB devices, while other hosts are inactive.

  • Page 13: Using Front Panel Buttons

     example, sending commands from a controller connected to the RS-232 DATA port on MTX2-42-T to a PTZ Camera connected to the RS-232 DATA port on a paired TP-590R receiver.RS-232 CONTROL for controlling the device via RS-232 Protocol 3000 commands...
  • Page 14 Kramer Electronics Ltd. Connecting Ethernet Port Directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of MTX2-42-T directly to the Ethernet port on your PC using a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors. This type of connection is recommended for identifyingMTX2-42-T with the factory configured default IP address.
  • Page 15 6. Select Use the following IP Address for static IP addressing and fill in the details as shown Figure For TCP/IPv4 you can use any IP address in the range 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.255 (excluding default 192.168.1.39 fallback address) that is provided by your IT department. Figure 9: Internet Protocol Properties Window MTX2-42-T - Operating and Controlling MTX2-42-T...
  • Page 16 8. Click Close. Connecting Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch You can connect the Ethernet port of MTX2-42-T to the Ethernet port on a network switch or router using a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors. Configuring the Ethernet Port You can set the Ethernet parameters via the embedded Web pages.

  • Page 17: Using Embedded Web Pages

    Kramer Electronics Ltd. Using Embedded Web Pages MTX2-42-T enables you to configure settings via Ethernet using built-in, user-friendly web pages. The Web pages are accessed using a Web browser and an Ethernet connection. You can also configure MTX2-42-T via Protocol 3000 commands (see Protocol 300 commands)

  • Page 18: Routing Operations

    Routing Operations Routing Inputs to Outputs Route any of the input signals to the outputs on the MTX2-42-T. A green indication light next to an input or output indicates that an active signal is present on these ports. To switch MTX2-42-T inputs to the outputs:: 1.

  • Page 19: Setting Audio Video Parameters

    Kramer Electronics Ltd. Setting Audio Video Parameters Routing AV and USB Host Signals MTX2-42-T enables setting the following audio and video parameters: Adjusting Audio Parameters Adjust the audio parameters. To adjust the analog audio parameters: 1. In the Navigation list, click the SETTINGS drop-down arrow and select AV Audio Video. The Analog Audio tab in the AV page appears.
  • Page 20 Set the attack time to set the transition time of the audio level reduction after the signal rises above the threshold level. Hold Time Set the hold time to define the time-period talkover remains active although the signal falls below the MTX2-42-T - Using Embedded Web Pages...
  • Page 21 5. For each input you can perform the following: Change the input name label.  Set HDCP on each input On or Off.  6. Use the Volume (percent) to adjust the volume for each input. Inputs are adjusted. MTX2-42-T - Using Embedded Web Pages...
  • Page 22 Outputs are adjusted Managing MTX2-42-T EDID MTX2-42-T provides the option of 4 default EDIDs, 1 sink sourced EDID and 1 user uploaded EDID that can be assigned to all inputs at the same time, or to each input independently. First time setup: Note that the default EDID settings of the device is optimized for high resolution (4K@60 4.4.4.).
  • Page 23 User uploaded EDID configuration (for example, the default EDID file). Figure 17: Selecting the EDID Source 1. Under STEP 2: SELECT DESTINATIONS, click the input/s to copy the selected EDID to. The Copy button is enabled. MTX2-42-T - Using Embedded Web Pages...

  • Page 24: Setting Device Properties

    Setting Networking Properties ____________________________________________________ 26 Device Profile and Maintenance Changing Device Name (hostname) To change the device name: 1. In the Navigation list, click Device Settings. The General tab in the Device Settings page appears. MTX2-42-T - Using Embedded Web Pages...
  • Page 25 Kramer Electronics Ltd. Figure 20: MTX2-42-T Device Settings – General 1. Next to Device Name, click 2. Enter a new device name (Max. 14 characters). Device name is changed. Updating MTX2-42-T Firmware To update the firmware: Updating the FW can also be done using the front panel buttons:...
  • Page 26 Click IMPORT to import a (previously saved) configuration file and continue to the  next step. 3. Select a file to import. 4. Confirm that you want the MTX2-42-T settings to be replaced. The imported configuration file parameters are uploaded. Setting Networking Properties Define the network settings.

  • Page 27: Managing Rs-232 Control

    Interface settings are defined. Managing RS-232 Control The MTX2-42-T RS-232 CONTROL port can be defined to control the MTX2 42 T, to control an external device, via RS-232 commands or for RS-232 IP control gateway tunneling via Ethernet. Use the RS 232 tab in the Device Settings page to define the RS-232 port operation: •...
  • Page 28 Auto-control any external device via RS-232 commands triggered by MTX2-42-T. To set up MTX2-42-T to auto-control an external device via RS-232: 1. Connect the CONTROL RS-232 port on the MTX2-42-T to the RS-232 port of an external device (for example, a display connected to HDMI OUT).
  • Page 29 Check Hex for command Hex format, if required.  Check Enable to enable the command.  Figure 25: RS-232 Page – Creating a Command 6. Click Save. Figure 26: RS-232 Page – Command Added MTX2-42-T - Using Embedded Web Pages...

  • Page 30: Defining Advanced Settings

    Controlling an External Device via IP Control Gateway for RS- 232 Commands You can send serial commands via LAN to MTX2-42-T’s RS-232 CONTROL port, for example to control a device that is connected to the MTX2-42-T RS-232 port. To control an external device via LAN: 1.
  • Page 31 Kramer Electronics Ltd. 1. In the navigation bar, click the Device Settings tab. The Device General Settings page (MTX2-42-T Device Settings – General on page appears 25). 2. Select the Advanced tab. Figure 28: Settings Page – Advanced Tab 3. Next to Auto Switching select one of the following options: Off –...
  • Page 32 Kramer Electronics Ltd. 1. In the navigation bar, click the Device Settings tab. The Device General Settings page (MTX2-42-T Device Settings – General on page appears 25). (Settings Page – Advanced Tab on the previous 2. Select the Advanced tab page).

  • Page 33: Setting Authentication

     USB-C charging policy is selected. Setting Authentication MTX2-42-T enables activating device security and defining logon authentication details. The upper right corner of the webpage displays indicating whether authentication is required. By default, the webpages are not secured and can be accessed without the username and password (when locked, the default username and password are both: admin).
  • Page 34 1. In the Navigation pane, click Security. The Security page appears. Figure 32: Security Page – Security Enabled 2. Set Security Status to Off. Figure 33: Security Page – Security Disabled 3. Click the Disabled button for Active Security. A confirmation message appears. MTX2-42-T - Using Embedded Web Pages...

  • Page 35: Viewing The About Page

    Figure 35: About Page Upgrading Firmware Use the Kramer K-UPLOAD software to upgrade the firmware via the MTX2-42-T PROG USB port or via the UI (see Updating MTX2 42 T Firmware on page 31). The latest version of K-UPLOAD and installation instructions can be downloaded from our website at: www.kramerav.com/support/product_downloads.asp.

  • Page 36: Technical Specifications

    Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz ±0.1dB THD+N (A-weighted) 76dB 14KΩ Input Impedance 500Ω Output Impedance For Embedded Audio – Up to 8CH Number of Supported Channels Supported Audio Formats Dolby, DTS 24V DC, 5A Power Source MTX2-42-T - Technical Specifications...

  • Page 37: Default Communication Parameters

    Example (route video IN 2 to video HDBT OUT): DHCP Fallback IP Address: 192.168.1.39 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Default gateway: 192.168.0.1 Default TCP Port #: 5000 Default UDP Port #: 50000 Default username: Admin Default password: Admin MTX2-42-T - Technical Specifications...

  • Page 38: Input Resolution Support

    Press OUTPUT button + USB-C 2 button for 3 seconds until input LEDs illuminate. USB FW Update Press OUTPUT button + USB-C 1 button for 3 seconds until input LEDs Front panel buttons illuminate. Input Resolution Support MTX2-42-T supports the following input resolution. 480I/576I 1024x768@(60/70/75) 1360x768@60 480P/576P 1280x1024@(60/75) 1366x768@60 720P@(60/50)

  • Page 39: Protocol 3000

    Kramer Electronics Ltd. Protocol 3000 Kramer devices can be operated using Kramer Protocol 3000 commands sent via serial or Ethernet ports. Understanding Protocol 3000 Protocol 3000 commands are a sequence of ASCII letters, structured according to the following. Command Format: ...

  • Page 40: Result And Error Codes

    ERR_FS_FILE_CANT_OPEN ERR_FEATURE_NOT_SUPPORTED Feature is not supported ERR_RESERVED_2 (Reserved) ERR_RESERVED_3 (Reserved) ERR_RESERVED_4 (Reserved) ERR_RESERVED_5 (Reserved) ERR_RESERVED_6 (Reserved) ERR_PACKET_CRC Packet CRC error ERR_PACKET_MISSED Packet number isn't expected (missing packet) ERR_PACKET_SIZE Packet size is wrong ERR_RESERVED_7 (Reserved) ERR_RESERVED_8 (Reserved) MTX2-42-T - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 41 Kramer Electronics Ltd. ERR_RESERVED_9 (Reserved) ERR_RESERVED_10 (Reserved) ERR_RESERVED_11 (Reserved) ERR_RESERVED_12 (Reserved) ERR_EDID_CORRUPTED EDID corrupted ERR_NON_LISTED Device specific errors File has the same CRC – not changed ERR_SAME_CRC ERR_WRONG_MODE Wrong operation mode ERR_NOT_CONFIGURED Device/chip was not initialized MTX2-42-T - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 42 Set input auto switch mode to output). #AV-SW-MODElayer_type,out manual: indicates the signal type: 1 – Video + Audio _index,connection_mode<CR> #AV-SW-MODE1,1,0<CR> out_index: FEEDBACK 1- Video outputs ~nn@AV-SW-MODElayer_type, connection_mode – Connection out_index,connection_mode< mode CR><LF> – Manual – Auto scan – Last connected switch MTX2-42-T - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 43 The port number must be within the ~nn@ETH-PORTport_type,por following range: 0-(2^16-1). t_id<CR><LF> – TCP/UDP ETH-PORT? Get Ethernet port protocol. COMMAND port_type Get the Ethernet port protocol for – TCP/UDP port number #ETH-PORT?port_type<CR> port_id UDP: #ETH-PORT?udp<CR> TCP: 5000~5099 FEEDBACK UDP: 50000~50999 ~nn@ETH-PORTport_type,por t_id<CR><LF> MTX2-42-T - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 44 Set the microphone gain to 58: – 0 mic_id #MIC-GAINlayer,mic_id,lev #MIC-GAIN0,0,58<CR> Sets the microphone input audio – Level – 0 to 100 el<CR> level gain. ++ increase current value, FEEDBACK -- decrease current value ~nn@MIC-GAINlayer,mic_id, level<CR><LF> MTX2-42-T - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 45 Set the IP address to 192.168.1.39: #NET- #NET-IPip_address<CR> xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx For proper settings consult your IP192.168.001.039<CR> FEEDBACK network administrator. ~nn@NET-IPip_address<CR>< LF> – Format: NET-IP? ip_address Get IP address. COMMAND Get the IP address: #NET-IP?<CR> #NET-IP?<CR> xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx FEEDBACK ~nn@NET-IPip_address<CR>< LF> MTX2-42-T - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 46 FEEDBACK 3 – HDMI 1 ~nn@SIGNALin_index,status 4 – HDMI 2 <CR><LF> – Signal status according status to signal validation: 0 – Off, signal or sink is not valid 1 – On, signal or sink is valid MTX2-42-T - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 47 ~nn@USBC- – USBC 1 & USBC 2 (shared) CHARGE?index<CR><LF> – VERSION? Get firmware version number. COMMAND firmware_version Get the device firmware version #VERSION?<CR> number: XX.XX.XXXX where the digit #VERSION?<CR> groups are: major.minor.build FEEDBACK version ~nn@VERSIONfirmware_versi on<CR><LF> MTX2-42-T - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 48 This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state. This limited warranty is void if (i) the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced, (ii) the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or (iii) this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller.
  • Page 49 SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our website where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback.

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