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Clare Controls CM-MT8810-BT-70 User Manual

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HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher
User Guide
Model CM-MT8810-BT-70
2014-02-516 • Rev 02

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  • Page 1 HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher User Guide Model CM-MT8810-BT-70 2014-02-516 • Rev 02...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 21MAR14 Clare Controls, Inc. All rights reserved. This document may not be copied in whole or in part or otherwise reproduced without prior written consent from Clare Controls, Inc., except where specifically permitted under US and international copyright law.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Content Important information...iii Limitation of liability...iii Introduction...1 Features...1 Package contents...1 Front panel...2 Rear panel...3 Connecting with the RS232 communication port...4 Twisted pair cable connection...5 System connection...5 Usage precautions...5 Connecting with the HDBaseT extender set receiver...6 System diagram...7 Connection procedure...8 System applications...8 System operations...8 I/O control...8 Learn EDID data...9...
  • Page 4 Specifications...29 Dimensions...31 Troubleshooting and maintenance...31 Safety operation guide...32 After-sales service...33 HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher User Guide...

  • Page 5: Important Information

    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

    Introduction The HDBaseT 8x8 matrix switcher includes eight HDMI inputs, eight HDBaseT outputs, four local HDMI outputs, and four stereo audio outputs. It works with the HDBaseT receiver to transmit HDMI, IR, RS232, and POC over a Cat5e cable. Transmission distance can be up to 70 meters. Features ...

  • Page 8: Front Panel

    Front panel (1) Firmware Micro USB port for updating firmware. (2) Power indicator Power 'on' indicator light. (3) IR receiver IR receive window. (4) LCD indicator Shows real-time system status. (5) INPUTS Normal mode: Input buttons range from 1 to 8. Inquire mode: Press and hold SELECT for 3 seconds to enter this mode.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Rear panel (1) INPUTS a. IR OUT: Connect with IR transmitter, eight in total, to send out the IR signal from the HDBaseT port of the far-end Receiver. These IR OUTs make up an IR switcher with the IR INs on the HDBaseT receivers, and all can be switched synchronously with the AV signal, or separately switching.

  • Page 10: Connecting With The Rs232 Communication Port

    h. HDBaseT: Works with receivers using HDBaseT technology, such as the HDMI twisted pair receiver and the HDMI POC twisted pair receiver. It can pass through AV, IR, and RS232 signals to 70 meters. It can also provide power for the receivers that support PoC. (3) RS232 The serial port for unit control, 9-pin female connector, connects with control device such as a PC.

  • Page 11: Twisted Pair Cable Connection

    Twisted pair cable connection The cables for HDBaseT ports must be straight-thru using the T568B standard, as shown below. Table 2: T568B cable standards TIA/EIA T568B Cable color orange white orange green white blue blue white green brown white brown 1st Ground 2nd Ground 3rd Group...

  • Page 12: Connecting With The Hdbaset Extender Set Receiver

    Connecting with the HDBaseT extender set receiver The switcher can work with the HDBaseT extender set receiver to extend transmission distance up to 70 meters. Connect the HDBT output port of switcher to the receiver with a CaTx cable. Since the port supports PoC, once the switcher is powered on, the receiver will be powered synchronously.

  • Page 13: System Diagram

    (8) IR IN: Connects to an IR receiver. The IR signal received from this port is transmitted via HDBaseT to the transmitter unit for use at the source location. Note: When an IR receiver connects to this port, the front IR port (1) is unavailable.

  • Page 14: Connection Procedure

    Connection procedure Connect the HDMI sources (e.g., DVD) to the HDMI inputs of the switcher using HDMI cables. Connect the HDMI displayers (e.g., HDTV) to the HDMI outputs of the switcher using HDMI cables. Connect amplifiers or AVRs to the AUDIO output ports (3p captive screw connectors).

  • Page 15: Learn Edid Data

    Operation: Press 1 + 2 + SELECT Note: In default status, eight IR OUTs are corresponding with eight HDM INPUTS. When you convert an HDMI input to an output, IR OUT switches synchronously. Convert an input to many outputs. Example: Convert input channel 2 to output 2, 4, 7. Operation: Press 2 + 2 + 4 + 7 + SELECT Convert an input to all.

  • Page 16: Status Check

    To set the EDID data of one input port, press EDID and hold for 3 seconds to enter in EDID setting statues, and then press INPUTS + OUTPUTS + SELECT. Example: Set the EDID data of INPUT 4 to the forth type of EDID data. Operation: Press EDID + 4 + 4 + SELECT To set the EDID data of all input ports, press EDID and hold for 3 seconds to enter in EDID setting statues, and then press GLOBAL + OUTPUTS + SELECT.

  • Page 17: Clear Operation

    Output check Press any output button to check the corresponding input. Example: Check which one is the corresponding input to output 2. Operation: Press output 2 button. The LCD screen display “01B02 01R02”, and the indicators for input 1 and output 2 turn on for 3 seconds. Output 2 corresponds with input 1.

  • Page 18: Ir Remote

    IR remote Figure 2: IR remote (1) Standby Press to enter or exit Standby mode (2) Input buttons 1 to 8, IR signal switched to the corresponding HDMI signal. (3) Menu buttons ALL (GLOBAL), EDID and CLEAR buttons have the same function as those on the front panel.
  • Page 19 Figure 3: Control local devices or the switcher remotely The IR signal is received from a corresponding remote controller. It is transferred to HDBaseT receiver, then to corresponding zone of the switcher through the twisted pair, and finally transferred to the IR OUT port and received by the controlled device. Switching operation Sending command: [x1]R[x2].
  • Page 20 When the IR receiver is connected with the HDBaseT receiver, or the IR ALL IN port of the switcher is not with IR carrier, send the command “%0901.” You are then able to transfer the IR signal to the IR OUT port. Control far-end output device from local When needed to control a remote displayer from local, the IR receiver used must be with IR carrier.
  • Page 21 Figure 5: Control remote devices through IR ALL IN port Control local device from remote User can control local device remotely, such as video source device, switcher, etc. When in use, the IR signal received from the HDBaseT receiver is transmitted to the corresponding IR OUT port of the switcher.
  • Page 22 Figure 6: Control local devices remotely Controlled by a third-party IR control device Using the IR converting cable (included), connect the 3P end to the switcher’s IR input port, and then connect the 2P end to the IR output port of the third-party control device.

  • Page 23: Ip And Rs232 Control Protocol

    IP and RS232 control protocol Bi-directional RS232 to each connected HDBaseT receiver allows control of displays, projectors, etc. at the receiver locations. Communication protocol: RS232 communication protocol Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none Table 4: RS232 command types and codes Command Command Code Function...
  • Page 24 Recall[Y]. Recalls the preset command [Y]. Clear[Y]. Clears the preset command [Y]. PWON. Work in normal mode. PWOFF. Enter into standby mode and end power to HDBaseT receivers. STANDBY Enter into standby mode and keep power to HDBaseT receivers. Press other buttons or send other commands to start.
  • Page 25 /+[Y]/[X]:******. Set communication between PC and HDBaseT Receiver. Y is for port. Y = 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8, means to send the command in a given baud rate to the corresponding HDBaseT receiver. Y = 9, means to send the command to all connected HDBaseT receivers.
  • Page 26 UpgradeIntED Select one type of EDID data and upgrade built-in EDID ID[x]. data. Supports 4 types of EDID data: 1. 1080P, 2D, PCM2.0 2. 1080P, 2D, 5.1 (audio) 3. 1080P, 3D, PCM2.0 4. 1080P, 3D, 5.1 (audio) [x] = 1, 2, 3 or 4 When the switcher receives the command, it displays a message to send the EDID file (.bin file).

  • Page 27: Control The Switcher

    %9963. Check the working mode of infrared carrier. %9964. Check the IP address. %9971. Check the connection status of the inputs. %9972. Check the connection status of the outputs. %9973. Check the HDCP status of the inputs. %9974. Check the HDCP status of the outputs. %9975.
  • Page 28 Figure 7: Controlling the switcher locally Figure 8: Controlling the switcher remotely HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher User Guide...
  • Page 29 Control third-party device from local Connect the 9-pin female RS232 port in the switcher with the PC. Use the RS232 command “/+[Y]/[X]:******.” to control the third-party device connected to the HDBaseT receiver. Figure 9: Controlling a third-party device locally Bi-directional RS232 control By connecting one 3p captive screw RS232 port with the PC (or controlled device), and then connecting the RS232 port of corresponding HDBaseT receiver with the controlled device (or PC), the RS232 signal can be transmitted bi-directionally.
  • Page 30 Figure 10: Controlling far-end device locally Control the switcher from remote Connect the RS232 (3p captive screw) port in any zone to controlled device (third- party device), and connect PC to the corresponding (same zone as controlled device) receiver, as shown below HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher User Guide...

  • Page 31: Tcp/Ip Control

    Figure 11: Controlling the switcher remotely TCP/IP control Control modes The default control 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 32 Figure 12: Setting the PC’s IP address the same as the switcher Control by PC(s) in LAN You can connect the switcher can to a router to make up a LAN with the PC(s) so that it can be controlled in a LAN. Ensure the switcher’s IP section is the same as the router.
  • Page 33 (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 user name “clareadmin” and password “secure7”, and then click Login.

  • Page 34: Usb Firmware Updating

    Click Save. Reboot the switcher. Once rebooted, you will be able to control the switcher over IP. USB firmware updating To allow for future changes, or to add new functions, the switcher firmware switch can be upgraded via USB. To upgrade, download the latest upgrade file, and then upgrade it through the EXE software.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    Figure 15: Interface of update EXE software Note: The COM number connected with PC is available only when in 1 to 9. Specifications Video Input Video Output Input 8 HDMI Output 4 HDMI 8 HDBaseT Input connector Female HDMI Output connector Female HDMI female RJ45 (with LED indicators)
  • Page 36 Stereo output Earphone output Coax output Supports PCM, distortion: 0.1% 32Ω / Dolby, DTS 5.1 70 mW at 1 KHz, 0.1% 16Ω / 105 mW to 1 KHz Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 KHz CMRR > 90 dB at 20 Hz to 20 KHz Control ports Control ports...

  • Page 37: Dimensions

    Dimensions Troubleshooting and maintenance  When there is a color losing or no video signal output, the cables may be broken or are not well connected.  When EDID management does not work normally, the HDMI cable may be broken at the output end. ...

  • Page 38: Safety Operation Guide

    Safety operation guide To guarantee the reliable operation of the equipment and safety of the staff, please follow the procedures listed below.  The system must be grounded properly. Do not use two blades plugs. Ensure the supply voltage is in the correct range of 100 to 240 V and from 50 to 60 Hz. ...

  • Page 39: 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 http://support.clarecontrols.com. Please be ready to provide the following information.

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