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4x4 VGA + Audio Matrix Switch
4x4 VGA + Audio Matrix Switch
A/V on Twisted Pair (UTP) outputs & Control over IP
Genesis ™ Series
Order toll-free in the U.S. 800-959-6439
FREE technical support, Call 714-641-6607 or fax 714-641-6698
Address: Hall Research, 1163 Warner Ave. Tustin, CA 92780
Web site: www.hallresearch.com E-mail: info@hallresearch.com
VSM-A-4-4
VSM-I-A-4-JA4
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User's Manual
UMA1197 Rev. N/C
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- Page 1 User’s Manual VSM-A-4-4 4x4 VGA + Audio Matrix Switch VSM-I-A-4-JA4 4x4 VGA + Audio Matrix Switch with A/V on Twisted Pair (UTP) outputs & Control over IP Genesis ™ Series 4x4 VGA & Audio Matrix Switches Order toll-free in the U.S. 800-959-6439...
- Page 3 Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL Hall Research and its logo are trademarks of Hall Research. Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged as the property of the trademark owners. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
User’s Manual Contents 1. Introduction ......................3 1.1 General ........................3 1.2 Features ........................ 4 2. Installation ......................5 2.1 Package Contents ....................5 2.2 Input and Output Connections ................5 2.3 Connection Block Diagrams .................. 8 3. Configuration & Operation ................... 8 3.1 Front-Panel Buttons and Indicators ............... -
Page 5: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this professional quality and compact Genesis™ Matrix Switch from Hall Research. This User’s Manual applies to 4x4 VGA + Audio Matrix Switchers that are available in two versions: Model VSM-A-4-4 4x4 VGA + Audio Matrix Switch Model VSM-I-A-4-JA4 4x4 VGA + Audio Matrix Switch with A/V on Twisted Pair (UTP) outputs &... -
Page 6: Features
User’s Manual 1.2 Features • Cross-point switching of PC or HD video and audio signals • Supports all Component HDTV and RGB PC resolutions • 550 MHz video bandwidth to for sharp and unsurpassed clear image • Zero cross-talk, so no bleed from unselected inputs on the output image •... -
Page 7: Installation
Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches 2. Installation 2.1 Package Contents Your package should contain the 1RU Matrix Switcher, a Universal power supply (Model 511-3A-161WP05, 5v @ 2.6A 2.1mm plug), and a User’s Manual. Figure 2 – Power Supply with international switchable blades Use only regulated 5v DC supply (center positive) as supplied with the unit. - Page 8 User’s Manual Easy Connection Note connection is to negative inputs Alternate Connection If connecting to Positive inputs, you must jumper negative inputs to ground or volume will be cut in half Connection to remove ground loop If your source is ground referenced and the output of the matrix is also connected a ground referenced device, and there is noise between the grounds, or you are...
- Page 9 Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches URA does not have RGB Skew correction so you would need to use low- skew UTP cable for that option if the distance is over 200 ft. The URA-SKU, or URA-XT, both have RGB skew correction so you can use any Cat5e or Cat6 cable regardless of length Similar to the audio input, the audio outputs are also balanced.
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Page 10: Connection Block Diagrams
User’s Manual 2.3 Connection Block Diagrams Figure 5 – Connection Block Diagram for VSM-A-4-4 Figure 6 – Connection Block Diagram for VSM-I-A-4-JA4 3. Configuration & Operation 3.1 Front-Panel Buttons and Indicators An image of the front panel for the 4x4 matrix is shown below. -
Page 11: Turning The Unit On And Off
Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches The front panel can be used for the following purposes: • Monitor & Control Power On/Off status • View current Input/output routings (ties) on Routing Status LED Grid on the front panel • Make new ties either starting from input or from output point of view •... -
Page 12: Making Av Routings Or "Ties" From Front Panel
User’s Manual 3.3 Making AV Routings or “Ties” from Front Panel To make the unit as convenient and intuitive as possible the VSM matrix allows you to make ties starting from the input channel’s point of view or from the output. In most cases audio and video from the same input are routed to a given output (synchronized switching). -
Page 13: Saving Presets (Routing Patterns)
Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches 3.4 Saving Presets (routing patterns) Current tie configuration (snap-shot of the way video and audio are routed at the moment) can be saved as a PRESET for later recall. The Matrix can memorize 8 PRESETS. -
Page 14: Routing Functions
User’s Manual 4.1 Routing Functions « represents Carriage Return (Hex 0D). The character In the following paragraphs, the symbol is a wildcard (acts similar to DOS wildcard character) Almost all commands issued to the Matrix will elicit a response Notice once the command is accepted and execution completed. -
Page 15: Preset Save And Recall Functions
Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches Response: COn,m« Note: If the input m is 0, the Video & Audio outputs will be blanked Command: CO*,m« Stands for Connect All both A&V Outputs to input m Response: CO1,m« CO2,m« CO3,m« CO4,m« 4.1.6 Query Audio &... -
Page 16: Special Commands
User’s Manual 4.4 Special Commands Command: FD« Stands for Recall Factory Defaults Response: FD« Factory Default command will clear all audio/video ties and Notice presets. The units with IP interface have a slightly different response to this command. Please see section 5.3 for further details Command: FW«... -
Page 17: Ip Control Basics
Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches 5. IP Control Basics Figure 9 – IP Control Block Diagram As shown in the figure above, the matrix can be controlled via RS232 Serial port or through an IP (Ethernet) port if equipped. The IP interface features a built-in web server allowing web browsers running on different devices (computer, smart-phone, tablet) on the network to control and monitor matrix through HTTP protocol on port 80. -
Page 18: Controlling The Matrix Via Web Interface
User’s Manual Device IP Address Figure 10- Device Installer Don’t try to change the IP address using this utility! The IP address Notice can be changed from Web interface (section 5.2) or from Serial interface (section 5.3 IP specific Serial Commands) 5.2 Controlling the Matrix via Web Interface The Genesis Matrices with IP option have a powerful, yet easy to use IP based web... - Page 19 Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches 5.2.1 Video Routing Tab Video routing tab allows user to change the input channel for each output, save the current configuration as a preset, load existing presets and turn the matrix On/Off. It also has sync feature to synchronize audio & video routing on any given output The following depicts a typical screen as it would appear on a Smart-Phone.
- Page 20 User’s Manual Outputs Column Displays output names. Output names (labels) are read-only on this page, however; names can be changed from Labels tab. Inputs Column Four dropdown buttons allow user to select Video Input to tie to respective Output. It also shows current ties status and updates in real time.
- Page 21 Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches 5.2.3 Settings Tab Settings tab helps user to change IP address, enable/disable DHCP, enable/disable password, change current password and load factory default settings if necessary. Figure-14 Settings Tab Name User defined name for matrix. Name can be sixteen (16) characters including spaces and special characters.
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Page 22: Ip Specific Serial Commands
User’s Manual Change Password? Allow user to change existing password. When clicked, a new window will pop up for entering the new password. Password length is limited to eight (8) characters long. Apply User must click this button after changing any field on settings tab to save changes. Factory Reset This button loads factory defaults to Matrix. - Page 23 Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches Command: GW xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx« stands for new Gateway address value. Success Response: GW= xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx« User MUST enter ALL THREE Commands mentioned above with Notice correct values and must get ‘success response’ for each to change IP address.
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Page 24: Telnet Interface
User’s Manual 6. Telnet Interface VSM-I-A matrices also feature IP based Telnet interface (command line on port 6324) to communicate and control the matrix much the same way as through the RS-232 serial port. Only one (1) Telnet client is allowed at any given time, and if a new Telnet connection is made, the old connection will be closed. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches 7. Troubleshooting There are no field serviceable parts or circuits in the device. Opening the device will void the warranty. If you think the device is malfunctioning, please contact Hall Research. 7.1 Contacting Hall Research There are no user serviceable parts in the device. -
Page 26: Specifications
User’s Manual 8. Specifications Video Standards VGA thru WUXGA, and 480i through 1080p Signal type RGBHV or YPbPr Connectors HD15 Video Bandwidth 550 MHz Video Levels -0.3v to 0.7v (1 V p-p) on RGB, 0 to 5v DC on Sync VGA Cable Length 150 ft max. -
Page 27: Appendix 1 - Front Panel Quick Reference Guide
Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches Appendix 1 – Front Panel Quick Reference Guide Figure 16 – Control buttons on the front panel Function Procedure View ties or Make ties Hit VID or AUD for Video or Audio, or both (button lights) ... - Page 28 User’s Manual...
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- Page 32 © Copyright 2012. Hall Research, Inc. All rights reserved. CUSTOMER Order toll-free in the U.S. 800-959-6439 FREE technical support, Call 714-641-6607 or fax 714-641-6698 SUPPORT Mail order: Hall Research, 1163 Warner Ave. Tustin, CA 92780 INFORMATION Web site: www.hallresearch.com E-mail: info@hallresearch.com...
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