Avenview HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4 User manual

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HDMI Matrix Switcher with 2x2
Videowall function & Audio
Model #: HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GETTING STARTED ..........................................................................................................................1
1.1 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS..............................................................................................................1
1.2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................................................1
1.3 REGULATORY NOTICES FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) ........................... 2
2. INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................................................3
2.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS .....................................................................................................................4
2.2. BEFORE INSTALLATION...................................................................................................................5
2.3 APPLICATION DIAGRAM..................................................................................................................6
3. PANEL DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................................8
3.1 Control Panel Front ......................................................................................................................8
3.2 Input Panel Rear ............................................................................................................................9
4. IR REMOTE CONTROL...................................................................................................................10
4.1 INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................11
4.1 Hardware Setup..........................................................................................................................11
4.2 Control Software .......................................................................................................................11
4.3 Software Setup Guide .................................................................................................................11
5. GUI (SOFTWARE INTERFACE) .......................................................................................................13
5.1 Simple Control Panel...................................................................................................................13
5.2 Advance Control Panel................................................................................................................13
6. SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................14
7. INPUT/OUTPUT SUPPORT TIMING .............................................................................................15
7.1 Input Support Timing ..................................................................................................................15
7.2 Output Support Timing...............................................................................................................15

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SECTION 1: GETTING STARTED
1.1 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read all of these instructions carefully before you use the Fiber Optic cable. Save this manual for future
reference.
What the warranty does not cover
•Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
•Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
•Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, or failure to
follow instructions supplied with the product.
•Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by us.
•Any damage of the product due to shipment.
•Removal or installation of the product.
•Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuation or failure.
•Use of supplies or parts not meeting our specifications.
•Normal wear and tear.
•Any other causes which does not relate to a product defect.
•Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.
1.2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4, HDMI Matrix Switcher with Videowall and audio has been tested for conformance to safety
regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipments, the HDM-
SWITCHPRO-VW4 should be used with care. Read the following safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and
to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
!Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module.
!Dismantling the housing or modifying the module may result in electrical shock or burn.
!Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
!Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing housing may expose you to dangerous voltage
or other hazards
!Keep the module away from liquids.
!Spillage into the housing may result in fire, electrical shock, or equipment damage. If an object or liquid falls or spills on
to the housing, unplug the module immediately.
!Have the module checked by a qualified service engineer before using it again.
!Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.
1. GETTING STARTED

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1.3 REGULATORY NOTICES FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Warning symbols Description
ONLY USE THE PROVIDED POWER CABLE OR POWER
ADAPTER SUPPLIED. DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE
ELECTRICAL PARTS. THIS MAY RESULT IN ELECTRICAL
SHOCK OR BURN.
DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE UNIT. DOING SO WILL
VOID THE WARRANTY AND CONTINUED USE OF THE
PRODUCT.
THE VIDEO BOARDS ARE VERY SENSITIVE TO STATIC.
PLEASE ENSURE IF RACK MOUNTED OR INSTALLED ON A
SURFACE, IT SHOULD BE IN A GROUNDED ENVIROMENT.

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2. INTRODUCTION
This unique powerful processor was developed for the growing demand in the digital market which has made 2x2 Videowall
advertising become an industry standard in marketing.
This small form factor HDMI device can perform many functions such as;
4x4 Matrix switcher – This device can input 4 HDMI digital sources and then distribute the video and audio signal to any 4
HDMI HD Monitors. Supported video timings up to 1080p@60Hz Full HD and WUXGA Wide 1920x1200 audio formats up
to 7.1CH LPCM AT 192Hz. This device can be configured using the IR Remote, Telnet, Rs232 or Front Panel buttons to set the
desired 1-4 output sources. Bonus feature of this device, while in Matrix mode the switching is seamless between the sources
NO Delay
Multi Input Splitter – This device can input 4 HDMI digital sources and then duplicate one source at once to the connected 4
HDMI HD Monitors. This device can be configured using the IR Remote, Telnet, Rs232 or Front Panel buttons to set the desired
output source.
Dual-Viewer – This device can input 4 HDMI digital sources and then combine, (4) four video signals onto two HD Monitors
at Full HD 1080p. This device can be configured using the IR Remote, Telnet, Rs232 or Front Panel buttons to set the desired
PAP (Picture Aside Picture).
Videowall 2x2 – This device can input 4 HDMI digital sources and scale (1) one Input across the (4) four HD monitors in a 2x2
configuration at Full HD 1080p. This device can be configured using the IR Remote, Telnet, Rs232 or Front Panel buttons to set
the desired video across the (4) four HD Monitors with Bezel Correction to align the image seamlessly.
- Input resolution settings from PC -VGA, XGA (1024 x 768), SXGA (1280 x 1024), UXGA (1600 x 1200), WUXGA
(1920 x 1200)
- Input resolution settings from Digital Player- 480p up to Full HD 1080p (1920 x 1080);
- Output Resolutions from 480p to 1080p Deep Color 8/10/12 bit source
- Audio Supports LPCM 2CH, 6CH, 8CH/AC3/DTS/Dolby Digital Plus/Dolby TruHD & DTS-HD
- Fine tuning and adjustments of contrast, brightness, Saturation and hue;
- Preset up to 4 favorite layout options;
- Auto EDID detect from the source;
- Bezel Correction support for 2x2 Videowall Mode;
- USB for Service Mode and Firmware upgrade;
- Connection by IR Remote, Telnet or Rs232 for user setup and configuration;
- HDMI, HDCP and DVI Compliant;
- Also supports Web-GUI control (use the unit’s IP address in IE or other browsers and this will allowthe user to control
the unit remotely) User can get IP from OSD Menu àEthernet or use RS232 command “Get IP”
- Factory Reset;

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2.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS
Before you start the installation of the converter, please check the package contents.
1HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4 X 1
2Power Supply (12V 3A) X 1
3IR Remote X 1
4CD (Optional) Download Available X 1
5User’s Manual X 1

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2.2. BEFORE INSTALLATION
•Put the product in an even and stable location. If the product falls down or drops, it may cause an injury or malfunction.
•Don’t place the product in too high temperature (over 50°C), too low temperature (under 0°C) or high humidity.
•Use the DC power adapter with correct specifications. If inappropriate power supply is used then it may cause a fire.
•Do not twist or pull by force ends of the video cable. It can cause malfunction.
Device Layout Functions

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2.3 APPLICATION DIAGRAM

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3. PANEL DESCRIPTION
3.1 Control Panel Front
1. IR Window: Receives IR signals from the device
remote control (Included in package)
2. Power Button: Toggle ON/OFF
First Press Power On
Second Press Standby Mode.
Note : Quick Factory Reset
HOLD power button then connect power supply
to the unit.
3. Menu Button : Shows the OSD Menu on the screen
Menu with “-“ button : switches the output timing to
720@60Hz
Menu with “+“ button : switches the output timing
to XGA (1024x768@60Hz)
4. -/+ Buttons : To scroll down and up
in the OSD Menu to confirm the selection “Press
Menu Button”
5. Input IN 1- IN 4 /Output OUT1- OUT4 :
Refer to Section below NO.5
6. Matrix/Dual/2x2 Button:
Toggle between the different modes
7. LOCK: Press once to lock the keypad and the remote
control. To deactivate lock function press for 3 sec.
8. SAVE: To save the user customized input and
output settings
9. RECALL: During the operation of Matrix/Dual/2x2, press “RECALL” and the input channel 1-4 LED will
illuminate at once , select input channel 1/2/3 or 4 to recall the customized screen settings and this will
correspond to buttons on the remote control FAV-1 to FAV-4.
NO.5: Input IN 1- IN 4 /Output OUT1- OUT4
MATRIX MODE
Press Matrix /Dual/2x2 button to switch to Matrix mode and LED will illuminate steady.
To choose OUTPUT OUT1-OUT4 press the corresponding Input IN 1- IN4
Example: 1st Press OUT 1 2nd Press IN 1 the HD monitor attached to OUT 1 will display IN 1 image.
DUAL MODE
Press Matrix /Dual/2x2 button to switch to Dual mode and LED will illuminate steady.
Choose the output OUT1/OUT2 and then the Input IN1/IN2
Example: Press OUT1 then press IN1- result OUT1 will display IN1 image on the left side
Press OUT2 then press IN2 – result OUT1 will display IN2 image on the right side
The (2) two HD monitors connected to OUT1/2 will now show two images on each monitor in a PAP (Picture aside
Picture) format.
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Dual A group are output OUT1 and OUT2, Dual B group are output OUT3 and OUT4.
Each group will output the same image simultaneously.
AUDIO
Press button OUT1 or OUT2 for 3 seconds, to switch DUAL A channel’s audio between outputs OUT1 or OUT2
Press button OUT3 or OUT4 for 3 seconds, to switch DUAL B channel’s audio between outputs OUT3 or OUT4.
2x2 VIDEOWALL MODE
Press Matrix /Dual/2x2 button to switch to 2x2 mode and LED will illuminate steady.
Press input IN1-IN4 to select a source to display across all four Monitors in a 2x2 Videowall configuration. The audio will
be on output OUT1 only.
NO.8: SAVE
CUSTOMIZED INPUT AND OUTPUT SETTINGS
Press Matrix/Dual/2x2 button to select the function required.
Press each output channel OUT1-OUT4 and then press the corresponding input
channel IN1-IN 4.
SAVE INPUT
Press “SAVE”, the input 1-4 LEDs will illuminate, all at the same time.
Proceed to select the input 1/2/3 or 4 to save to the systems memory.
Example: Select Matrix mode, press output OUT1 then press input IN4, then press “SAVE”.
This will correspond to remote control FAV-1-FAV 4.
3.2 Input Panel Rear
1. HDMI IN 1-4: Connect up to 4 HDMI
deceives to the INPUT ports 1-4
(Blu-ray or PC)
2. HDMI OUT 1-4: Connect up to 4 HDMI
HD Monitor/Displays to view inputs
connected.
3. Ethernet Control: Connect RJ45 jack to an
active network for Telnet control
Please download codes from WEBSITE
4. USB Service Only: This port is reserved for
factory use only.
5. RS-232: D-Sub 9-pin port for sending and
controlling the unit by PC/Notebook via
RS232 cable.
6. DC 12V: Plug the 12V DC power supply into
the unit supplied to an AC 110v Outlet.
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4. IR REMOTE CONTROL
1. POWER BUTTON: 1st Press Power on the device / 2nd Press - Standby
mode.
2. INFO BUTTON: To show device firmware version
3. OUT1~OUT4 and IN 1~ IN 4: 1st Press output 1~4 2nd Press
input1~4 to select display input.
Example: Press OUT1 then Press IN1, OUT1 will display Input’s1 image.
4. MATRIX/DUAL/2x2: Toggle between Matrix mode, Dual mode and
2x2 mode.
5. LOCK BUTTON: 1st Press to lock the keypad and remote control, 2nd
Press for 3 second release the lock function.
6. MUTE BUTTON: To mute the audio from the HDMI output ports.
7. NAVIGATION BUTTONS:-////OK to scroll through the OSD
MENU. OK to Enter or confirm the settings.
8. EXIT BUTTON: To exit the OSD menu or OSD settings.
9. MENU BUTTON: To access the OSD menu.
10. HOTKEYS BUTTONS: 1024x768/720p/1080p to quickly switch
between resolutions.
11. HOT KEYS BUTTONS AL/AR/BL/BR: In Dual mode, press these
buttons to switch the audio channel Left or Right side for Dual A and
Dual B group.
12. SAVE BUTTON: To save the user customized input and output corresponding settings.
REMOTE CONTROL DIP SWITCH
Open the IR Remote control back cover to adjust dip-switch UP- ON/ DOWN - OFF to match IR address settings in the OSD
(On Screen Display) menu. Factory default is on 0.

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4.1 INSTALLATION
4.1 Hardware Setup
To setup Avenview HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4 follow these steps below:
1. Mount or fix the HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4 on a secure shelf, AV rack or steady surface;
2. Ensure the power is off on the HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4, all source devices and displays that will be connected;
3. Connect your (4) four HDMII cables to the (4) four HDMI sources such as (Blu-ray Player, Laptop or Set-Top-Box or
Gaming device);
4. Connect your (4) four HDMI cables to the (4) four HD Displays, LCD or PC Monitors that is receiving the video signals.
5. Power on all devices.
6. Connect your computer to HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4 via RS232, RS-232 to USB or Ethernet cable and then proceed to
section 4.2 Control Software.
4.2 Control Software
The HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4 can be controlled via Windows based Laptop/PC by installing the software HDM-
SWITCHPRO-VW4-1.5.Control software can be downloaded from Avenview website under the product part number
HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4>download/software section
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Before you begin the installation of the control software ensure the HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4 is connected to AC
power and your PC via RS-232, USB to RS-232 or Ethernet Patch Cord PC Requirements-Windows® XP/Windows
Vista®/Windows® 7/Windows® 8
2. Ensure the Laptop/PC is plugged in to AC power during the installation process. It is not recommended to use only
battery power during the installation. Do not remove power at any time during the installation process as this could lead
to incomplete results.
4.3 Software Setup Guide
Please ensure the communication cables (RS-232, RS-232 to USB, Ethernet) are properly seated and the drivers for the RS-
232 to USB are installed before and confirmed communication in the Device Manager before proceeding.
RS-232 SETTINGS
Baud Rate: 115200bps
Data Bit: 8 bits
Parity: None
Flow Control: None
Stop Bit: 1

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To connect to the HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4 please choose any of the (2) two convenient methods by selecting the connection
tab and confirming the method.
TYPE OF CONNECTION PORT CONFIGURATION
- RS232
1. Choose the correct COM port (verify from PC device manager).
2. Press Connect.
Connection Successful – The connect button will be green. If not, a
popup window -Error message “COM # Fail!”
- TCP/IP
1. Choose Ethernet (verify from Network Support an assigned IP
address or Press GET IP from control software).
2. Press Connect.
Connection Successful - The connect button will be green. If not, a
popup window -Error message “Could not find Server!”

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5. GUI (SOFTWARE INTERFACE)
This unit can be controlled via PC with Control Software or Hyper Terminal to configure the settings. See the additional
documentation for control codes for download via Website.
5.1 Simple Control Panel
5.2 Advance Control Panel
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5.1 WEB GUI (GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE)
Connect the HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4 -CONTROL port from an active network service with RJ-45 terminated CAT5e/6 cable
and open a web browser from a PC/laptop with device’s IP address on the web address entry bar then hit enter. The browser
will display device’s Picture, Output Resolution, Audio, OSD Settings, HDCP, BEZEL Correction and Ethernet setting pages.
Note: Power Status must set to ON and Source status must be unlock in order to set the setting accordingly
Easily select any user defined function within the WEB GUI interface. Convenient and quick response over the Internet, just as
making changes locally connected to the unit via RS232.
ETHERNET TAB
Users can select this TAB to change or set IP configuration settings. Note: If any changes are made within this TAB, the device
(from the OSD setting menu) and the IP web address has to be reset to concur with the changes.

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6. SPECIFICATIONS
Item Description
UNITS HDM-SWITCHPRO-VW4
UNIT DESCRIPTION 4x4 Matrix Switch with 2x2 Videowall Function with Audio
HDCP COMPLIANCE Yes
VIDEO BANDWIDTH 225 MHz (6.75Gbps)
SUPPORTED RESOLUTIONS Refer to section 7 on the User Guide
AUDIO SUPPORT LPCM 2CH, 6CH, 8CH/AC3/DTS/Dolby Digital Plus/Dolby TruHD & DTS-HD
INPUT 4 x HDMI19 Pin Female type
connector
1 x RJ45/RS-232 1xMini USB service
only
OUTPUT 4 x HDMI 19 Pin Female type connector
USB CONNECTOR Type A Mini USB
RJ45 CONNECTOR WE/SS 8P8C with 2 LED indicators
SWITCHING SPEED ±8 kV (air-gap discharge)
±4 kV (contact discharge)
UNIT WEIGHT 4.85 lbs
DIMENSIONS (L X W X H) 17.2” x 9.8” x 1.8”
POWER SUPPLY 12V/3A DC (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certified)
POWER CONSUMPTION TBA
ENVIRONMENTAL
OPERATING TEMPERATURE 32˚ ~ 104˚F (0˚ to 40˚C)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE -4˚ ~ 140˚F (-20˚ ~ 60˚C)
RELATIVE HUMIDITY 20~90% RH (no condensation)

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7. INPUT/OUTPUT SUPPORT TIMING
7.1 Input Support Resolution
7.2 Output Support Resolution
INPUT SUPPORT RESOLUTION
480i@59
480p@60
576i@50
576p@50
720p@25,30,50,60,
1080i@50,60
1080p@24,25,30,50,60
640x480@60,72,75,85
720x400@70
800x600@56,60,72,75,85
1024x768@60,70,75,85
1152x864@70,75
1280x720@60cvt
1280x768@60RB,60,75
1280x800@60RB,60,75
1280x1024@60,60cvt,75
1360x768@60
1366x768@60RB,60
1400x1050@60RB,60
1440x900@60RB,60,75
1600x900@60RB
1600x1200@60
1680x1050@60RB,60
1920x1200@60RB
OUTPUT SUPPORT TIMING RESOLUTION
480p60 1024x768@60
576p50 1280x800@60
720p50 1280x1024@60
720p60 1366x768@60
1080i50 (Matrix Mode Only) 1440x900@60
1080i60 (Matrix Mode Only) 1600x900@60RB
1080p24 1600x1200@60
1080p50 1680x1050@60
1080p60 1920x1200@60RB

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