Octava HD42CATMX Installation Manual

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Model: HD42CATMX
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  • Page 1 PRO HD HOME THEATER SERIES Model: HD42CATMX Installation Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Application Diagram ............3 Features ................3 Matrix Overview ..............4 Infrared Overview ..............5 Zone Receiver (RX) Overview..........6 Identifying Zone Receiver (RX) ..........7 Powering the PoC Zone Receiver ........8 Powering non-PoC Zone Receiver ........8 Ethernet cable recommendations ........
  • Page 3: Application Diagram

     Rack mountable (1 RU) – mounting lugs supplied.  Discrete IR codes for simple system integration.  Wired IR port for In-cabinet installations.  RS232 port for PC or Control System operation.  Compatible with Octava PoC low profile In-room Receiver units.
  • Page 4: Matrix Overview

    High Speed HDMI cables to Source device. HDMI Output connect High Speed HDMI cables to AVR or Display device. Dual RJ-45 Output (A-B) connect Twisted Pair cables (x2) to Octava Zone CAT-6 Receiver (Rx) unit. USB Port for custom EDID/ code updates...
  • Page 5: Infrared Overview

    Connect an Octava supplied IR Receiver cable to each Zone Rx unit. Connect an Octava supplied IR Blaster cable from the IR Output Port (1-4) on the Octava Matrix and position the Blaster Head over the IR Connect IR Receiver window on the connected Source device.
  • Page 6: Zone Receiver (Rx) Overview

    Speed HDMI cable. Before you begin your system installation please ensure you identify which type of Octava Rx unit you are working with – PoC, non-PoC. Refer to section: “Identifying Zone Receiver (RX)” PoC (Power over Cable) Rx units are powered from the Matrix...
  • Page 7: Identifying Zone Receiver (Rx)

    Matrix to power the PoC Zone Receiver units directly, using the PoC power supply. Before you begin your system installation please ensure you identify which type of Octava Rx unit you are working with – PoC, non-PoC. PoC Zone Receiver: The Octava Matrix should include CAT 6 receivers with PoC.
  • Page 8: Powering The Poc Zone Receiver

    Matrix. Matrix PoC Power Port PoC Zone Receiver local power supply not connect Octava supplied PoC power required. supply (5V, 2.5A) Powering non-PoC Zone Receiver: non-PoC – Zone Rx is powered by a local 5V PSU connected to the Power Socket on the Rx unit.
  • Page 9: Ethernet Cable Recommendations

    Using Shielded, Stranded CAT6 or CAT7 cable will ensure maximum signal integrity plus optimum rejection of external interference. UTP CAT5 and CAT6 cables can be used with your Octava system though they may result in limiting the maximum attainable distance between the Matrix and the Rx unit when running HD signals.
  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation: Step  Disconnect ALL cables from the MATRIX / Zone Receivers  Power OFF all HDTV/Displays/Audio Receivers  Power OFF all Video Sources  Power OFF Matrix  Power OFF Zone Receivers Verify that the Configuration Switch is set to the factory default mode. Connect HDMI sources to HDMI IN 1-4 Connecting Output with HDMI...
  • Page 11 Connect CAT6 -1 of Matrix and Receiver with CAT 6 cable. Connect CAT6 -2 of Matrix and Receiver with CAT 6 cable. Verify the Power LED Indicator is On. If not, please check your connections. Note: the 5V power of Receiver is not used for Matrix powered by P.O.C.
  • Page 12 Alternative Steps A1-A6 are only for installations with non PoC Zone Receivers. Connect CAT6 -1 of Matrix and Receiver with CAT 6 cable. Connect CAT6 -2 of Matrix and Receiver with CAT 6 cable. Non PoC receiver Connect 5 V power to the Zone Receiver Verify the Power LED Indicator is Connect to 5V power...
  • Page 13: Front Panel Control

    To set Output A to Input 2. Simply press the A button until the LED displays 2. Remote Control Guide: Turns on/off the Front Turns On/Off the LED Display HDMI Matrix Input Select Example: Press B3-changes Output B to Input3 C-H Not used for HD42CATMX Firmware code revision #...
  • Page 14: Edid Switch

    EDID Switch: The EDID switch is used to program the Matrix into various EDID modes. Switch Number Name EDID EDID EDID EDID Program/LOCK switch switch switch switch switch Function EDID EDID EDID EDID Program/LOCK MODE MODE MODE MODE switch select select select select...
  • Page 15: Edid Configuration

    EDID Configuration: The Octava Matrix can be configured to 5 EDID settings. It is recommended to keep the EDID in the default factory mode 1. *Custom EDID mode can be downloaded via USB. Contact us for this feature. To change the EDID settings, please see section “changing EDID settings”...
  • Page 16: Changing Edid Mode

    Changing EDID mode: It is recommended to keep the EDID in the factory default MODE1. If necessary, you may set to different EDID mode by following these instructions or view EDID Programming Instructions (video demo) at: www.octavainc.com/support and updates.html Step Action Notes Disconnect all...
  • Page 17 Press the A button LED will count on the front panel. from 00 to 99 LED will count from while 00 to 99 while programming. programming. Wait. Programming is complete when LED indicates “1” Set to LOCK Position Connect all video sources and displays and turn Reset Power to the...
  • Page 18: Rs232 Controls Commands

    RS-232 Control Commands The Matrix can be easily integrated with 3 Party control systems via RS232 control. The following shows the control protocol for controlling the Matrix. Set the switch to RS-232 side as shown RS-232 protocol Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits Parity Check none...
  • Page 19 Switching Commands Note: The commands are in HEX. No spaces between HEX codes. “0x” denotes HEX. No need to enter “0x” Output A Switching Commands HEX CODE Select OUT A to Input port 1 0x02 0x32 0x31 0x31 0x03 Select OUT A to Input port 2 0x02 0x32 0x31...
  • Page 20: Ru Rackmount

    1 RU Rackmount : The Matrix can be installed in a 1 RU rack by simply installing the rack mounts included. Disabling /Enabling IR Remote Receiver: To disable the front panel IR remote receiver-insert the plastic plug into the IR jack as shown. IR receiver -disabled IR receiver -enabled...
  • Page 21: Warranty

    If Octava's equipment fails because of defects (1) year from the date of receipt, Octava will at its option, A) repair or replace the equipment, or B) request return of equipment for refund of the price paid for the product provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical or other abuse or modifications.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    Email : info@octavainc.com URL: www.octavainc.com Copyright© 2012 Octava Inc. All rights reserved. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LL.C All trademarks are the sole property of their respective companies Rev.A...

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