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HDBaseT 6x6 Matrix Switcher
User Guide
2015-04-917 • Rev 02

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  • Page 1 HDBaseT 6x6 Matrix Switcher User Guide 2015-04-917 • Rev 02...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 01APR15 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...7 System applications...8 System operations...8 I/O control...8 Learn EDID data...9...
  • Page 4 Specifications...28 Dimensions...30 Troubleshooting and maintenance...30 Safety operation guide...31 After-sales service...32 HDBaseT 6x6 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 6 HDBaseT 6x6 Matrix Switcher User Guide...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction The HDBaseT 6x6 matrix switcher includes six HDMI inputs, six HDBaseT outputs, three local HDMI outputs, and three digital coax outputs. It works with the HDBaseT receiver to transmit HDMI, IR, and RS232. The transmission distance is 70 meters. Features ...

  • Page 8: Front Panel

    Front panel Figure 1: 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: The input buttons range from 1 to 6. Inquire mode: Press and hold SELECT for three seconds to enter this mode.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Rear panel Figure 2: Rear panel IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR OUT IR OUT RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO INPUT INPUT INPUT OUTPUT1 OUTPUT2 OUTPUT3 OUTPUT4 OUTPUT5 OUTPUT6...

  • Page 10: Connecting With The Rs232 Communication Port

    (3) RS232 The serial port for unit control, 9-pin female connector, needs a straight through cable and connects with control devices, such as a PC. (4) IR ALL IN IR control signal input port, connect with IR receiver, pass through all the HDBaseT ports (regardless of the selected input/output) to control remote devices.

  • Page 11: Twisted Pair Cable Connection

    Twisted pair cable connection The cables for HDBaseT ports must a straight through TIA/EIA T568B standard. 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 Note: Do not use RJ45 EZ connectors.

  • 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 the switcher to the receiver with a Cat5e or Cat6e cable. Since the port supports POH, once the switcher is powered on, the receiver is powered simultaneously.

  • Page 13: System Diagram

    System diagram Speaker RS232 Control Panel Camcorder HDTV AV Receiver Blu-ray Receiver IR Receiver Laptop Video Signal: Audio Signal: IR Signal: TP Signal: Control Signal: Projector Connection procedure Connects HDMI sources (e.g., DVD) to the HDMI inputs of the switcher using HDMI cables.

  • Page 14: System Applications

    Connects the RS232 port of the controlled device to any other RS232 port (3P captive screw connector) of the switcher. The control signal can be transmitted bi-directionally. The switcher can be controlled through its built-in IR receiver, or through the IR EYE port connected with an external IR receiver.

  • Page 15: Learn Edid Data

    Learn EDID data Learn EDID data from one input port to one output port. Example: Enable input 2 to learn EDID data from output 4. Operation: Press EDID + 2 + 4 + SELECT All input ports learn EDID data from one output port. Example: Enable all input ports to learn EDID data from output 4.

  • Page 16: Status Check

    Status check To access the System menu, press SELECT for three seconds. Use the left and right direction buttons to navigate checking the previous and next item. Table 3: Examples of front panel operations Function items Example Description Checks the connection Y: The corresponding port is connected 1 2 3 4 status of inputs...

  • Page 17: Ir Control

    IR control Using IR and HDBaseT transmission technology, the switcher has the following functions.  Controls far-end output device from local  Controls local input and output device remotely  Controls the switcher locally or remotely Note: Non-flashing emitters are not supported. You can control the switcher using its built-in IR receiver, or through the IR EYE port by connecting it to an extended IR receiver.

  • Page 18: Ir Operations

    (1) Standby Press to enter or exit Standby mode. (2) Input buttons 1 to 8, The IR signal is switched to the corresponding HDMI signal. Buttons 7 and 8 are unavailable. ALL (GLOBAL), EDID and CLEAR buttons have the same function as (3) Menu buttons those on the front panel.
  • Page 19 Switching operation Sending command: [x1]R[x2]. x1: Corresponds with the six IR OUT ports of the switcher. The IR transmitter connected to this port can be placed at the IR receiving area of the output device or the switcher itself. x2: Corresponds with the zone number. The IR signal transmits to the HDBaseT receiver, and then goes to the HDBaseT port of this zone via the twisted pair.
  • Page 20 Figure 5: Locally control remote devices IR receiver IR remote Blu-ray IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR OUT IR OUT RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO INPUT INPUT INPUT OUTPUT1...
  • Page 21 Figure 6: Control remote devices through IR ALL IN port IR receiver IR remote Blu-ray IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR OUT IR OUT RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO...
  • Page 22 Figure 7: Control local devices remotely Blu-ray IR transmitter IR receiver IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR OUT IR OUT RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO INPUT INPUT INPUT OUTPUT1...

  • Page 23: Ip And Rs232 Control Protocol

    IP and RS232 control protocol Bi-directional RS232 to each connected HDBaseT receiver allows the 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...
  • Page 24 Recall[Y]. Recalls the preset command [Y]. Clear[Y]. Clears the preset command [Y]. PWON. Works in normal mode. PWOFF. Enters standby mode and stops power to the HDBaseT receivers. STANDBY Enters standby mode and keeps power to the HDBaseT receivers. Press other buttons or send other commands to start.
  • Page 25 /+[Y]/[X]:******. Set communication between PC and HDBaseT Receiver. Y is the port.  Y = 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6, sends the command in a given baud rate to the corresponding HDBaseT receiver.  Y = 9, sends 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 four types of EDID data: 1. 1080P, 3D, 2CH 2. 1080P, 3D, Multichannel 3. 1080P, 2D, 2CH 4. 1080P, 2D Multichannel 5. 3840 x 2160, 2D (30 Hz) 6 4096 x 2160, 2D (30 Hz) [x] = 1, 2, 3 or 4 When the switcher receives the command, it displays a...

  • Page 27: Control The Switcher

    %9963. Checks the working mode of infrared carrier. %9964. Checks the IP address. %9966 Checks the audio source of all outputs. %9971. Checks the connection status of the inputs. %9972. Checks the connection status of the outputs. %9973. Checks the HDCP status of the inputs. %9974.
  • Page 28 Figure 8: Controlling the switcher locally IR OUT IR OUT IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO INPUT INPUT INPUT OUTPUT1 OUTPUT2 OUTPUT3 OUTPUT4 OUTPUT5 OUTPUT6...
  • Page 29 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 the corresponding HDBaseT receiver with the controlled device (or PC), the RS232 signal can be transmitted bi-directionally. Control far-end device from local Connect the RS232 (3P captive screw) port to the PC, and then connect the controlled RS232 device (third-party device) to the corresponding receiver (same...

  • Page 30: Tcp/Ip Control

    Control the switcher from remote Connect the RS232 (3P captive screw) port to the controlled device (third-party device), and then connect the PC to the corresponding (same zone as controlled device) receiver. See Figure 11. Figure 11: Controlling the switcher remotely IR OUT IR OUT IR IN...
  • Page 31 Figure 12: Setting the PC’s IP address the same as the switcher Note : Gateway and DNS information is not needed. Control by PC(s) in a LAN Connect the switcher to a router to make a LAN with the PC(s) so that it can be controlled in a LAN.
  • Page 32 (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. The Web Interface Login page displays. Enter the user name “clareadmin” and password “secure7”, and then click Login.

  • Page 33: 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 34: 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 6 HDMI Output 3 HDMI 6 HDBaseT Input connector Female HDMI 1.4a Output Female HDMI female connector...
  • Page 35 Stereo output Earphone output distortion: Coax output Supports PCM, Dolby, 0.1% 32 Ω / 70 mW at 1 DTS 5.1 KHz, 0.1% 16 Ω / 105 mW to 1 KHz Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 KHz CMRR > 90 dB at 20 Hz to 20 Control ports Control ports 6 IR OUTs (green)

  • Page 36: Dimensions

    Dimensions 17.20 in (437.00 mm) HDBaseT.6x6 Global EDID Inputs System Monitor Firmware Outputs Select Clear IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN IR OUT IR OUT RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO RS232 AUDIO...

  • Page 37: 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 blade plugs. Ensure the supply voltage is in the correct range of 100 to 240 V and from 50 to 60 Hz. ...

  • Page 38: 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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