Safety Information: Electrical safety Use only the power supplies and the AC power cord that were included with your product. Use of other power supplies could damage the product or cause shock, or other hazards For Indoor Use only Avoid excessive humidity, or temperature extremes Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet. Unplug the power supplies and the AC power cord before cleaning, or removing any panels for servicing. When adding or removing devices to or from the product, disconnect all power cables from the existing product before you add a device. Operation safety Install the product in a well ventilated location. Keep ventilation opening free of obstructions. Don't block any ventilation openings on the unit. Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet. ...
*Note 1: Analog output supports only LPCM audio format. Unit does NOT decode Dolby or DTS. Note 2: You must set your PS3, or source to LPCM mode in order to use the Analog Audio Output from HDMI. Note 3: Aux Input port allows connecting a 2nd analog audio source and "loop thru " to the Analog Audio Output.
Description: The HDMXA71 video matrix switch enables video switching of 4 video sources to 2 displays up to 16 viewing combinations. The HDMXA71 also includes both analog and optical audio output for integration with an existing audio system. The Optical audio output supports both PCM and Bitstream audio formats.
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Indicator mode) Output A/B Indicator Displays the Input selected Wired IR input connect Octava supplied IR Receiver Extension cable (optional) for hidden cabinet installs requiring line of sight for IR control. IR detector Senses IR from remote control Input select button...
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Back View 7. RS232 5. Aux 7.1 Audio In 1. Power input (5VDC) 2. HDMI Inputs 4. Analog 7.1 out 6. Optical audio 3. HDMI output B 3. HDMI output A 8. USB Port Back Side Connectors Function Power In 5V DC HDMI Inputs connect High Speed HDMI cables to...
Input 1,2,3,4 Selects the corresponding numbered Input Turns ON/OFF the LED. Turns ON/ soft Off(standby) the unit Other Not used Octava’s Remote control uses discrete code so can be easily integrated with most Universal Remote Controls such as Logitech’s Harmony.
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Basic Quick Start: Use the remote control to select Output A or B Display that you wish to control followed by the Input that you wish to watch. For example: -Pressing Display B, “2” will switch Input 2 to Out B. -To connect DISPLAY A to IN1 and DISPLAY B to IN3 you simply follow this sequence Step 1) Display A, 1 (this will set Display A to Input 1)
RS232 Control Commands: The Octava HD HDMXA71 can be easily integrated with 3 Party control systems via RS232 control. The following shows the control protocol: RS-232 protocol Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits Parity Check none Stop Bits Flow control none Controlling the HDMXA71 via RS232 can be done by sending a series of commands per the RS232 Command Table.
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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...
EDID Configuration: The HDMXA71 pre-programmed EDID table is listed below (see Default EDID). In addition, alternative or customized EDID can be downloaded via the USB port for optimum integration into your system. Video EDID Learn EDID resolutions from connected devices. If Both Displays are connected, the lowest common resolution will be stored.
1 RU Rack mount : The Octava HDMXA71 can be installed in a 1 RU rack by simply installing the rack mounts included. Disabling /Enabling Front Panel IR Remote Receiver: To disable the front panel IR remote receiver-insert the plastic plug into the IR jack as shown.
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.