Clare Controls CM-MT8810-HD User Manual

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HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher

User Guide

Model CM-MT8810-HD
Doc ID 2014-12-354 • Rev 04

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Summary of Contents for Clare Controls CM-MT8810-HD

  • Page 1: User Guide

    HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher User Guide Model CM-MT8810-HD Doc ID 2014-12-354 • Rev 04...
  • Page 3 Controls, Inc., except where specifically permitted under US and international copyright law. Trademarks and HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher User Guide, Model CM-MT8810-HD patents name is a trademark of Clare Controls, Inc. Other trade names used in this document may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the manufacturers or vendors of the respective products.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Content Limitation of liability...ii Introduction...1 Features...1 Package contents...1 Operation of the control panel and the IR remote...2 Operation of the panel...2 Using the IR remote...3 External connection...4 Introduction to the input and output connectors...4 How to connect with the input and output terminals...4 Connecting the RS232 communication port...5 Connecting with the computer...6 System diagram...6...
  • Page 6: Limitation Of Liability

    In any event the total liability of Clare Controls, Inc. shall not exceed the purchase price of the product. The foregoing limitation will apply to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, regardless of whether Clare Controls, Inc.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    LEDs indicate the real-time running state of the matrix switch.  Internal power supply (100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz). Package contents  1 x CM-MT8810-HD 8x8 HDMI matrix switcher with integrated rack mounting  1 x power cord ...
  • Page 8: Operation Of The Control Panel And The Ir Remote

    Operation of the control panel and the IR remote Operation of the panel Figure 1: Front panel (1) Power indicator Power indicator light and IR receive window. (2) Input channel Input buttons range from 1 to 8. (3) Output channel Output buttons range from 1 to 8.
  • Page 9: Using The Ir Remote

    THROUGH Used to transfer HDMI signal directly to the corresponding output. Example 1: To transfer HDMI signal from input channel 3 to output channel 3, press the buttons as follows: Input “3” + “THROUGH”. Example 2: To transfer all HDMI input signals to the corresponding output respectively (i.e.
  • Page 10: External Connection

    External connection Introduction to the input and output connectors Figure 3: Panel of the IR remote (1) HDMI inputs HDMI-I connector (2) HDMI outputs HDMI-I connector (3) 100 to 240 VAC Alternating current for power supply (4) RS232 Serial port, 9-pin, female connector How to connect with the input and output terminals The HDMI matrix switcher accepts all standard HDMI video sources (Blu-ray DVD, cable TV STB, media player, PC, etc.).
  • Page 11: Connecting The Rs232 Communication Port

    TMDS Clock Shield Connecting the RS232 communication port You can use the front-mounted buttons to control the CM-MT8810-HD matrix switch. However, you can also perform control functions via a control system (Clare Controls, Crestron, or other system) using its RS232 communication port.
  • Page 12: Connecting With The Computer

    Connecting with the computer The CM-MT8810-HD can be controlled via a computer COM port. However, a more likely scenario is to use a third-party control system such, as Clare Controls, Crestron, or other system. The RS232 protocols required for these systems are listed in the section “Communication protocol and command...
  • Page 13 and displays are connected to the matrix switcher, they share the EDID/DDC information with the matrix switcher. The communication solution is as follows: Figure 6: EDID communication The EDID database includes the most common display data (but not all), due to capability and firmware limitations.
  • Page 14: Communication Protocol And Command Codes

    Communication protocol and command codes Communication protocol: RS232 communication protocol Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none Table 3: RS232 command types and codes Command Command Code Function Type System /*Type; Returns the switch model information. Command /%Lock;...
  • Page 15 "All$" results in no signal on any of the output channels. Example 4 Check the version of the firmware: /^Version; e.g., "/^Version;" returns the firmware version of the CM-MT8810-HD Example 5 Switch off the detail feedback command from the COM port: /:MessageOff;...
  • Page 16 Example 7 Transfer signals from an input channel to the corresponding output channel: [x]#. e.g., “4#.” transfers HDMI from input 4 to output 4. Example 8 Switch off an output channel: [x]$. e.g., “5$.” switches off output 5. Example 9 Switch HDMI from an input to an output: [x1] B[x2].
  • Page 17: Tcp/Ip Control

    TCP/IP control You can configure your switcher remotely using its web interface. Connection modes The default IP settings are as follows:  TCP/IP: 192.168.0.178  Gateway: 192.168.0.1  IP control port: 4001 You can change the IP and gateway settings as needed. Do not change the serial port number.
  • Page 18 Set the PC’s IP and gateway to the same IP subnet as the default IP of the switcher (192.168.0.178). Launch your web browser, and then enter 192.168.0.178. This is the default IP address for all Clare Controls HDMI switchers. When the Web Interface Login page displays, enter the password “secure7”, and then click Login.
  • Page 19 Configuring the switcher using the web interface You can configure the switcher’s inputs and outputs, user, interface, configuration, and network settings using the switcher’s web interface. The interface displays automatically when you log into the device. To configure using the web interface: Click the Main tab, and then click an input button and its corresponding output button.
  • Page 20 Click the Interface tab to define a title bar label that displays on the switcher’s front panel. You can also label the inputs and outputs. Click the Configuration tab to turn on or off your HDCP compliance inputs and to configure EDID. HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher User Guide...
  • Page 21 Select the Network tab to set the following parameters.  DHCP  Subnet mask  Static IP  Gateway  IP address Click Save. Reboot the switcher. Once rebooted, you will be able to connect the switcher over IP. HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher User Guide...
  • Page 22: Specifications

    Specifications Video Input Video Output Input type HDMI Output type HDMI Input connector Female HDMI Output Female HDMI connector Input level T.M.D.S. 2.9 V to 3.3 V Output level T.M.D.S. 2.9 V to 3.3 V Input impedance 75 Ω Output 75 Ω...
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Troubleshooting and maintenance  No image on display.  Ensure that the display device has been set to the correct input.  Ensure that the HDMI cables used for both the source and the display are properly connected and are working. Test the HDMI cables directly from a source to display and ensure their operation.
  • Page 24: Safety Operation

    If the matrix switch fails to respond to commands on the front panel, ensure  that panel has not been locked via RS232. If the switch fails to respond to commands from RS232, IR, or front panel, please contact customer service. Safety operation To guarantee the reliable operation of the equipment and safety of the staff, please follow the procedures listed below.
  • Page 25: After-Sales Service

    After-sales service  If there appears to be problems when running the device, refer to the “Troubleshooting and maintenance” section in this manual. Return shipping costs are not covered by this warranty.  You can contact Customer Support at claresupport@clarecontrols.com. Please be ready to provide the following information.

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