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UHBT88R2-N
4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher
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Version: UHBT88R2-N_2015V1.0

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  • Page 1 User Manual UHBT88R2-N 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher All Rights Reserved Version: UHBT88R2-N_2015V1.0...

  • Page 2: Fcc Statement

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 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.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 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 Follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Contents 1. Introduction ......................... 1 1.1 Introduction to the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher ........1 1.2 Features ......................1 1.3 Package List ...................... 1 2. Product Appearance of the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher ........2 2.1 Front Panel ......................
  • Page 5 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 4.4 TCP/IP Control....................24 4.4.1 Control Modes ..................24 4.4.2 Control via TCP/IP communication software ......... 25 4.4.3 GUI for TCP/IP control ................26 4.4.4 Port Management .................. 28 4.5 Firmware Update via USB ................30 5.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 1. Introduction 1.1 Introduction to the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher is a professional 8x8 HDBaseT Matrix Switcher that accommodates 8 HDMI IN (HDMI1.4 & HDCP2.2 compliant) & 8 IR IN. Select HDMI input by front panel buttons, IR, RS232, or GUI.

  • Page 7: Product Appearance Of The 4K Hdbaset 8X8 Matrix Switcher

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 2. Product Appearance of the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 2.1 Front Panel INPUTS MENU SYSTEM MONITOR FIRMWARE EDID CLEAR ENTER OUTPUTS Name Description ① Firmware Micro USB port for firmware updating Power ② Illuminate red when power on; light yellow in standby mode Indicator ③...

  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 2.2 Rear Panel IR OUT IR OUT IR O UT IR OU T IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN RS 232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 A UDI O RS 232 AUDI O RS232 AUDIO RS232 A UDI O...

  • Page 9: System Connection

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher ③ RS232 Serial control port, connect with control device such as a PC. Input port for IR control signal, connect with IR receiver (with ④ IR ALL IN carrier), delivers the received IR signal to all the 8 far-end receivers.

  • Page 10: Connection Procedure

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Speaker RS232 control panel IR Transmitter HDTV Receiver IR Remote Laptop Projector 3.4 Connection Procedure 1) Connect HDMI sources (e.g. DVD) to HDMI inputs of the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher with HDMI cables. 2) Connect HDBaseT receivers (e.g. TPHD402PR) to the HDBaseT Output ports with straight-through CAT5e/6.

  • Page 11: Connection With Tphd402Pr

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher command %0900. or %0901.to activate native carrier mode or force carrier mode in the IR matrix launched between MUH66TPR2-N and far-end receivers. 3.5 Connection with TPHD402PR 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher boasts 8 HDBaseT output ports which support PoC solution, through which AV signal, IR&...

  • Page 12: System Operations

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 4. System Operations 4.1 Front Panel Button Control The operation examples are showed in 2.1 Front Panel. Here we make a brief introduction to the system operations. 4.1.1 Switching I/O connection To convert one input to an output: Operation: “input”+“output”+“ENTER”...
  • Page 13 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher One input port learns the EDID data of one output port Operation: Press “EDID”, “INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”. Example: Input 2 learns EDID data from output 4 All input ports learn EDID data from one output port Operation: Press “EDID”, “ALL”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER” Example: All input ports learn EDID data from output 4 EDID invoking: There are six types of embedded EDID data.

  • Page 14: Inquiry

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 4.1.3 Inquiry Check status Press and hold the button “ENTER” for 3 seconds, it will enter into system inquiry menu. Use Left and Right direction button to navigate checking the previous/next items. Function Items Example Description Check the Y means the corresponding...

  • Page 15: Ir Control

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 4.2 IR Control By using IR & HDBaseT transmission technology, the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher has some functions as follows: 1) Control far-end output device from local. 2) Control local input/output device remotely. 3) Control the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher locally/remotely. 4.2.1 Usage of IR Remote ①...

  • Page 16: Ir Carrier

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 4.2.2 IR Carrier IR receivers connected to IR IN of HDBT receiver& IR ALL IN of 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher can be with carrier or without carrier. IR signals to be emitted via IR OUT port of the switcher should be with carrier. So, it is recommended to utilize IR receivers with carrier.

  • Page 17: Control Local Device Remotely

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher IR Remote TPHD402PR 1 TPHD402PR 2 TPHD402PR 3 TPHD402PR 4 TPHD402PR 5 TPHD402PR 6 TPHD402PR 7 TPHD402PR 8 HDBT I N HDMI O UT I R IN I R OUT RS 232 HDB T IN HDMI OUT IR I N IR OUT...

  • Page 18: Rs232 Control

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Note: Send command “%0901.” to enter infrared carrier enforcing mode if the IR Receiver connected to IR IN of the receiver is not with carrier. Multiple to Multiple: (IR Matrix) The 8 “IR OUT” ports and the 8 “IR IN” ports on the far-end receivers make up an 8x8 IR matrix.

  • Page 19: Installation/Uninstallation Of Rs232 Control Software

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Function Unused Transmit Receive Unused Ground Unused Unused Unused Unused Connect 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher to the control device (e.g. a PC) with RS232 cable and set the parameters in the right manner, the control device is capable to control 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher via designed software.

  • Page 20: Rs232 Communication Commands

    4) End the commands with the ending symbols “.” and “;”. Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none Command Function Feedback Example System Commands /*Type; Inquire the models information. UHBT88R2-N /%Lock; Lock the front panel buttons on the Matrix. System Locked!
  • Page 21 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example Unlock the front panel buttons on the /%Unlock; System Unlock! Matrix. /^Version; Inquire the version of firmware VX.X.X Turn off the feedback command from the /:MessageOff; com port. It will only show simple words /:MessageOff;...
  • Page 22 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example Transfer the AV signal from the input channel [x1] to one or several output AV: X1-> X2 [x1]V[x2]. channels ([x2], separate output channels (X1/X2=1~8) with comma). Transfer the AV and IR signal from input channel [x1] to one or several output AV: X1->...
  • Page 23 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example Enable HDMI audio output of port x. DigitAudioON[ DigitAudio ON with [x] X=1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, enable this port. x=1~8 or ALL X=9, enable all the 8 ports. Disable HDMI audio output of port x.
  • Page 24 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example Hexadecimal EDID Get EDID data from output [x] and display EDIDG[x]. data carriage the output port number. return character Restore the factory default EDID data of EDIDMInit. EDIDMInit. every input. Manually EDID switching. Enable input[Y] to learn the EDID data of output[X].
  • Page 25 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example %0900. Switch to carrier native mode. Carrier native %0901. Switch to force carrier mode. Force carrier %0911. Reset to factory default. Factory Default Check the command sent by port 1 when Port 1:data when...
  • Page 26 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example Check the working mode of infrared Carrier native/ Force %9963. carrier. carrier IP:192.168.0.178 %9964. Check the IP address. (default) 1 2 3 4 Connect N Y Y Y %9971. Check the connection status of the inputs. 5 6 7 8 Connect N Y Y Y 1 2 3 4...

  • Page 27: Control Through 9-Pin Rs232 Port

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Command Function Feedback Example 1 2 3 4 Check the HDCP compliant status of the HDCPEN Y Y Y Y %9978. inputs. 5 6 7 8 HDCPEN Y Y Y Y 4.3.5 Control through 9-pin RS232 port Connect a control device to the 9-pin RS232 port of the switcher, users are able to control the switcher&...
  • Page 28 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Receiver HDBT IN HDMI OUT IR IN IR O UT RS232 3rd party Control far-end device from local Control the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher from remote Connect the RS232 (3-pin pluggable terminal block) port in any zone to controlled device (3rd party device), and connect PC to the corresponding (same zone as controlled device) receiver, see below: 3rd party...

  • Page 29: Tcp/Ip Control

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 4.4 TCP/IP Control 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher boasts option TCP/IP port for IP control. Default settings: IP: 192.168.0.178; Subnet Mast: 255.255.255.0; Gateway: 192.168.0.1; Serial Port: 8080. IP& gateway can be changed as you need, Serial Port cannot be changed. Connect the ethernet port of control device and TCP/IP port of 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher, and set same network segment for the 2 devices, users are able to control the device via web-based GUI or designed TCP/IP communication software.

  • Page 30: Control Via Tcp/Ip Communication Software

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher. Internet Router Cat5e Cat6 Follow these steps to connect the devices: Step1. Connect the TCP/IP port of the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher to Ethernet port of PC with twisted pair. Step2.

  • Page 31: Gui For Tcp/Ip Control

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 2) After connect successfully, we can enter commands to control the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher, as below: Enter your command here. Commands are the same with RS232 commands listed in 4.3.4 RS232 Communication Commands Here you will receive the feedback when a command is sent.
  • Page 32 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher There are 2 selectable accounts to log in. Type the right name and password in relative column and click Login to enter the main interface. Name: admin; Password: admin (default setting, changeable via GUI) Name: user; Password: user (default setting, changeable via GUI) Log in as admin can access more configuration interfaces than user.

  • Page 33: Port Management

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher settings Configuration: Set HDCP Cmpliance status for every input, and manage EDID. See the screenshot below: Network: Inquire and configure network settings including MAC address, IP address, subnet mask, and Gateway Note: Log in as user access main interface only. 4.4.4 Port Management Type the designed website 192.168.0.178:100 (Default, changeable via GUI) in your browser.
  • Page 34 4K HDBaseT 8x8 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.

  • Page 35: Firmware Update Via Usb

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 4.5 Firmware Update via USB 4K HDBaseT 8x8 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 36: Specification

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 5. Specification Video Input Video Output 4 HDMI Input 8 HDMI Output 8 HDBaseT Female HDMI Input Output Female HDMI Female RJ45(with LED Connector Connector indicators) Input Level T.M.D.S. 2.9V~3.3V Output Level T.M.D.S. 2.9V~3.3V Output Differential) 100Ω...
  • Page 37 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 8 RS232s (3-pin pluggable terminal blocks) In-built IR sensor, RS232 IR Control 9 pin female Extended IR receiver Control TCP/IP Works with In-built web GUI Control General Power Power 100V~240V AC 110W (full load) Supply Consumption Reference Temperature...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting & Maintenance

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 6. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Causes Solutions connecting cables Check whether the cables may not be connected are connected correctly Color losing or no video correctly or it may be and in working condition. signal output broken.
  • Page 39 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher Power Indicator remains Fail loose power Check whether the cables off when powered on connection are connected correctly Change for another HDMI EDID management does The HDMI cable is broken cable which is in good not work normally at the output end.

  • Page 40: After-Sales Service

    4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher 7. 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 warrant that our 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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