AVGear AVG-MXA44 KIT User manual

AVG-MXA44 KIT
Features
▪4x4 HDBaseT matrix switcher with audio
matrix.
▪Fully compliant with the HDMI 2.0 and
HDCP 2.2.
▪Supports HDMI resolution up to 4K@60Hz
4:4:4, HDR10.
▪Features four mirrored HDMI outputs for
four HDBaseT outputs, and the four HDMI
outputs support 4K to 1080p down-scaling.
▪The four HDBaseT outputs support 24V
PoC, allowing the receivers to draw their
power from the matrix switcher over the
HDBaseT cable.
▪Volume adjustment for analog L+R audio
▪Controllable via front panel buttons, RS232
local and pass-through, IR local and pass-
through, CEC, and TCP/IP (built-in GUI).
The MXA44 Kit is a professional 4x4 HDMI 2.0
HDBaseT matrix switcher with four receivers.
The matrix is a four-input by four-output
HDBaseT and HDMI matrix with HDCP 2.2 and
up to 4K/UHD@60Hz video support. It
transmits 4K video to distances up to 131 feet
(40 meters) and 1080p video to distances up to
230 feet (70 meters) over a single CATx
Ethernet cable.

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PLEASE READ THIS PRODUCT MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
This manual is only for operation instruction only, and
is not to be used in a maintenance capacity. The
functions described in this version are current as at
August 2019. Any changes of functions and
operational parameters will be updated in future
manual versions. Please refer to your dealer for the
latest product details.
Version 1.0 23/8/19

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SAFETY OPERATION GUIDE
In order to guarantee the reliable operation of the equipment and safety of the
user, please abide by the following procedures in installation, use and
maintenance:
1. The system must be earthed properly. Please do not use two blade plugs
and ensure the AC power supply ranges from 100v to 240v and from 50Hz
to 60Hz.
2. Do not install the switcher in an environment where it will be exposed to
extreme hot or cold temperatures.
3. This unit will generate heat during operation, please ensure that you allow
adequate ventilation to ensure reliable operation.
4. Please disconnect the unit from mains power if it will be left unused for a
long period of time.
5. Please DO NOT try to open the casing of the equipment, DO NOT attempt to
repair the unit. Opening the unit will void the warranty. There are high
voltage components in the unit and attempting to repair the unit could result
in serious injury.
6. Do not allow the unit to come into contact with any liquid as that could result
in personal injury and or product failure.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ..............................................................................................................1
Introduction to the AVG-MXA44-KIT............................................................. 1.1
Features ....................................................................................................... 1.2
What’s in the Box ........ ……………………………………………………………………2
Product Appearance of the AVG-MXA44-KIT.........................................................3
Matrix Switcher Front Panel..........................................................................3.1
Matrix Switcher Rear Panel ..........................................................................3.2
Receiver Front and Rear Panel .................................................................... 3.3
System Connection..................................................................................................4
Usage Precautions .......................................................................................4.1
Connection Diagram.....................................................................................4.2
System Operations...................................................................................................5
Signal Switching ...........................................................................................5.1
Panel Button Locking/Unlocking...................................................................5.2
Status Information Inquiry.............................................................................5.3
EDID Management .......................................................................................5.4
Audio Setting ................................................................................................5.5
Preset Setting............................................................................................... 5.6
IP Address Inquiry ........................................................................................5.7
GUI Control ...............................................................................................................6
Signal Switching ...........................................................................................6.1
Audio Setting ................................................................................................6.2
Configuration ................................................................................................6.3
Down-scaling .................................................................................. 6.3.1
HDCP Setting ................................................................................. 6.3.2
EDID Copy......................................................................................6.3.3
EDID Setting ................................................................................... 6.3.4
CEC Control ................................................................................................. 6.4
RS232 Control.............................................................................................. 6.5
Access Setting..............................................................................................6.6
Interface Setting ...........................................................................................6.7
Network Setting ............................................................................................6.8
GUI Upgrade ................................................................................................6.9
IR Control..................................................................................................................7
IR Remote Control........................................................................................7.1
IR Pass-through Control ...............................................................................7.2
Control Local Input Device from Local ............................................ 7.2.1
Control Local Input Device from Remote ........................................ 7.2.2
Control Remote Output Device from Local .....................................7.2.3

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RS232 Control ..........................................................................................................8
RS232 Control Connection...........................................................................8.1
Control the Matrix Switcher from Local ........................................... 8.1.1
Control the Matrix Switcher from Remote ....................................... 8.1.2
Control the Remote Third-party Device from Local.........................8.1.3
Control the Local Third-party Device from Remote.........................8.1.4
RS232 Control Software...............................................................................8.2
RS232 Commands .......................................................................................8.3
System Setting................................................................................ 8.3.1
Signal Switching .............................................................................8.3.2
Audio Setting .................................................................................. 8.3.3
HDCP Setting ................................................................................. 8.3.4
EDID Management .........................................................................8.3.5
Third-party Device Control .............................................................. 8.3.6
CEC Control.................................................................................... 8.3.7
Specifications...........................................................................................................9
Matrix Switcher .............................................................................................9.1
HDBaseT Receiver.......................................................................................9.2
Firmware Upgrade..................................................................................................10
Panel Drawing ........................................................................................................11
Troubleshooting & Maintenance...........................................................................12

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1. Introduction
1.1.Introduction to the AVG-MXA44-KIT
The AVG-MXA44-KIT is a professional 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT matrix switcher with
four receivers! The matrix is a four-input by four-output HDBaseT and HDMI matrix
with HDCP 2.2 and up to 4K/UHD@60Hz video support. It transmits 4K video to
distances up to 131 feet (40 meters) and 1080p video to distances up to 230 feet (70
meters) over a single CATx Ethernet cable. The four HDBaseT outputs support 24V
Power over Cable (PoC) feature, allowing the receivers to draw their power from the
matrix over the HDBaseT cable.
The matrix switcher features comprehensive EDID management and advanced
HDCP handing to ensure maximum functionality with a wide range of video sources.
The matrix switcher not only supports bi-directional IR, RS232 extension but also
has IR, RS232, and TCP/IP control options.
The product provides performance in control and transmission, which could be used
in a number of different installation scenarios, for example, with computers, for
monitoring purposes, large screen displays, conference systems, television
education, bank security institutions, etc.
1.2.Features
▪4x4 HDBaseT matrix switcher with audio matrix.
▪Fully compliant with the HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2.
▪Supports HDMI resolution up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, HDR10.
▪Features four mirrored HDMI outputs for four HDBaseT outputs, and the four
HDMI outputs support 4K to 1080p down-scaling.
▪The four HDBaseT outputs support 24V PoC, allowing the receivers to draw their
power from the matrix switcher over the HDBaseT cable.
▪Transmits 4K signal to the distance up to 131 feet (40 meters) and 1080p signal
to the distance up to 230 feet (70 meters) over a single CATx Ethernet cable.
▪Supports audio matrix. Provides four digital SPDIF audio outputs and four analog
L+R audio outputs for HDMI input audio de-embedding and HDBaseT output
audio de-embedding. Moreover, the four digital SPDIF audio outputs supports
ARC audio output from receivers.
▪Volume adjustment for analog L+R audio outputs.
▪Supports comprehensive EDID management and advanced HDCP handling.
▪Controllable via front panel buttons, RS232 local and pass-through, IR local and
pass-through, CEC, and TCP/IP (built-in GUI).

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2. What’s in the Box
HDBaseT Matrix
Switcher
▪1x MXA44-KIT 4x4 HDMI 2.0 HDBaseT matrix switcher
▪2x Mounting Ears with 6 Screws
▪4x Rubber Feet with 4 Screws
▪1x IR Receiver
▪1x IR Remote
▪1x RS232 Cable (3-pin to DB9)
▪8x 3-pin Phoenix plugs
▪1x Power Cord
HDBaseT
Receivers
▪4 x HD350AR5 HDBaseT Receivers
▪8 x Mounting Ears with 16 Screws
▪16 x Rubber Feet
▪4 x 3-pin Phoenix plugs
▪1 x User manual
Note: Please immediately contact your distributor if you found any damage or defect
in the components.

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3. Product Appearance of the AVG-MXA44 KIT
3.1 Matrix Switcher Front Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
LCD Screen
Presents real-time operation status.
②
Power LED
▪RED: standby mode;
▪GREEN: powered on.
③
IR Sensor and its
LED
Illuminates RED when the IR sensor receives an IR
signal from the IR remote to control the matrix
switcher. The IR sensor is on the right side of the
LED.
④
INPUT
Four buttons for input source selection.
⑤
OUTPUT
Four buttons for output channel selection.
⑥
Menu Buttons
▪LOCK: Lock or unlock the front panel buttons.
▪PRESET: Preset setting.
▪MENU/↲: Menu or confirm button.
▪BACK: Go back to the previous operation.
▪UP: Page up.
▪DOWN: Page down.
Note: Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only.
UP
DOWNBACKPRESET
MENU/
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3.2 Matrix Switcher Rear Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
INPUTS
Four type-A female HDMI input ports to connect HDMI
sources.
②
IR IN
▪1~4: Four 3.5mm jacks to connect four IR receivers.
Each IR input is associated with the respective
HDBaseT output and cannot be switched separately. It
makes up a bi-directional IR transmission with the IR
OUT on the corresponding HDBaseT receiver.
▪ALL IN: 3.5mm jack to connect the IR receiver to
transmit the IR signal from the ALL IN port to all
HDBaseT receivers.
③
IR OUT
▪1~4: Four 3.5mm jacks to connect four IR emitters to
send the IR signal received from the corresponding
HDBaseT receivers.
ALL IN: 3.5mm jack to connect the IR emitter to send the
IR signal received from all HDBaseT receivers.
④
OUTPUTS
Four HDBaseT RJ45 outputs to connect the four HDBaseT
receivers, and four local HDMI ports to connect local
displays
⑤
AUDIO
MATRIX
OUT/ARC
Four 3-pin terminal blocks and four Toslink connectors to
connect speakers or amplifiers for HDMI input audio de-
embedding or HDBaseT output audio de-embedding, and
the four Toslink connectors can also be used for ARC audio
output from HDBaseT receivers. They can make up an
audio matrix to be set by front panel buttons, GUI or RS232
commands.
⑥
RS232
Four 3-pin terminal blocks to control the third-party
devices base on RS232 pass-through feature. There is a
one-to-one correspondence between the four RS232
ports and the four RS232 ports of four HDBaseT
receivers
⑦
CONTROL
▪RS232: 3-pin terminal block to connect the control
device (e.g. PC) to control the matrix switcher by RS232
AUDIO MATRIX OUT / ARC
IR EYE
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commands.
▪IR EYE: 3.5mm jack to connect IR receiver to control
the matrix switcher by the IR remote.
▪FW: Type-A USB port for firmware upgrade.
▪TCP/IP: RJ45 port to connect the control device (e.g.
PC) to control the matrix switcher by GUI.
⑧
AC100V~240V
Power port to connect an AC 100V~240V power by the
power cord.
⑨
GROUND
Connect to earth to ensure the unit is well grounded.

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3.3 Receiver Front and Rear Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
Power LED
Illuminates red when power is applied.
②
ARC Mode
Press the button with paper clip or other sharp tool to
enable the ARC mode, and then the left LED illuminates
blue. Press it again to exit the ARC mode and the LED is
off. When the ARC audio is selected as the audio source
for the SPDIF output of matrix switcher, the ARC mode will
be enabled automatically.
③
ARC Audio In
Toslink connector to connect ARC audio source device
(e.g.TV).
④
FW
Micro-USB port for firmware upgrade.
⑤
HDBT Out
Type-A female HDMI output port to connect HDMI display
(e.g.TV)
⑥
Audio
Breakout
If the ARC mode is OFF, the Toslink connector is
connected to speaker or amplifier for HDMI source audio
de-embedding. Note that if the ARC mode is ON, this port
has no audio output.
⑦
IR In
3.5mm jack to connect the IR receiver for IR pass-through
⑧
IR Out
3.5mm jack to connect the IR emitter for IR pass-through.
⑨
RS232
3-pin terminal block to connect the RS232 control device
(e.g. PC) or a third-party device to be controlled.
⑩
HDBT In
RJ45 port to connect the HDBT output port of
switcher/transmitter by CATx Ethernet cable. The LINK
LED illuminates orange when there is a valid HDBaseT link
between the switcher/transmitter and the receiver. The
HDCP LED illuminates green when the video contains
HDCP content.
⑪
DC 24V
DC connector for the power adapter connection. If the
switcher/transmitter is connected to the power adaptor, the
receiver doesn’t need to connect power adaptor due to the
HDBT output port of switcher/transmitter supports 24V PoC
output.
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4. System Connection
4.1 Usage Precautions
▪System should be installed in a clean environment with temperature and
humidity maintained to within equipment specifications.
▪All of the power switches, plugs, sockets and power cords should be insulated
and safe.
▪All devices should be connected before power is turned on.
4.2 Connection Diagram
Tx Rx
LINKHDCP
AUDIO MATRIX OUT / ARC
IR EY E
Receiver
Projecto r
Remote
IR Emitter
Game Console
IR Emitter
IR Receive r
Remote
Apply TV
Laptop
4K Blu-Ray
Display Laptop Router
Remote
IR Receiver
IR Receiver
HDMI:
IR:
RS232:
HDBaseT:
Ethernet:
Audio:
Amplifier Speaker
Speaker Speaker Speaker Spea ker

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5. System Operations
The matrix switcher can be controlled by using the buttons on the front panel.
Whenever a command is accepted, the indicators of all the buttons pressed will blink
three times then they will go off. If the command fails, the indicators will go off
immediately without blinking.
5.1 Signal Switching
⚫Switch an input to an output
Operation: INPUT# + OUTPUT# + MENU/↲
Example: Switch Input 1 to Output 2:
Press INPUT 1 Press OUTPUT 2
Press to confirm.
Note: In default status, 4 IR OUT ports correspond with 4 HDMI INPUTS. When you
switch an HDMI input, the corresponding IR OUT will be switched synchronously.
⚫Switch an input to several outputs
Operation: INPUT# + OUTPUT# + OUTPUT# +… + MENU/↲
Example: Switch Input 1 to Output 2, 3, and 4.
Press INPUT 1 Press OUTPUT 2, 3,4
Press to confirm.
SWITCH:1 ->
SWITCH:1 ->
2
SWITCH:1 ->
SWITCH:1 ->
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5.2 Panel Button Locking/Unlocking
Press and hold at least three seconds. Press and
hold to unlock.
5.3 Status Information Inquiry
Press Press enter status information tab.
Press or navigation buttons to check the previous or next item respectively.
LCD Screen
Description
Report the signal switching status.
Report the connection status of all HDMI input ports.
Y means the corresponding input port is connected
to a source device, N means there is no connection
between the input port and source device.
1~4=HDBaseT output 1~4.
Report the connection status of all HDBT output
ports.
Y means the corresponding output port is connected
to an HDBaseT receiver, N means there is no
connection between the output port and HDBaseT
receiver.
5~8=HDMI loop output
1~4.
Report the connection status of all HDMI loop output
ports.
Y means the corresponding output port is connected
to a display device, N means there is no connection
between the output port and display device.
HDBT Matrix
System Locked
HDBT Matrix
System Unlocked
Status Info <
EDID Management
IN 1111
1234
OUT
IN 1234
YYYY
LINK
OUT 1234
YYYY
LINK
OUT 5678
YYYY
LINK

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5.4 EDID Management
The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) is used by the source device to
match its video resolution with the connected display. By default, the four source
devices invoke the fifth built-in EDID: 4K@60Hz HDR 2CH.
⚫Enter EDID management tab:
Press Press to select EDID Management.
Press enter EDID management tab. Press or navigation buttons
to select the below items:
✓Learn HDBT OUT
✓Learn HDMI OUT
✓Built-in EDID
⚫To copy the EDID data from one HDBT output to one or several inputs:
Example: Input 1, 2, 3 and 4 learn the EDID data of HDBT output 2.
Select Learn HDBT OUT Press to confirm.
Press OUTPUT 2 Press INPUT
1,2, 3,4. Press to confirm.
⚫To copy the EDID data from one HDMI output to one or several inputs:
Example: Input 1 and 2 learn the EDID data of HDMI output 4.
Select Learn HDMI OUT Press to confirm.
Press OUTPUT 4 Press INPUT
1and 2. Press to confirm.
⚫To invoke the built-in EDID data:
There are six types of built-in EDID data can be invoked, as shown as below:
No.
EDID
Video
Audio
1
1080p
2CH
2
1080p HDR
MultiCH
3
4K@30Hz HDR
2CH
4
4K@60Hz HDR
MultiCH
Status Info
EDID Management <
Learn HDBT OUT <
Learn HDMI OUT
PRESS INPUT KEY
Learn HDBT OUT 1
PRESS INPUT KEY
Learn HDBT OUT 2
1 2 3 4
Learn HDBT OUT 2
Learn HDBT OUT
Learn HDMI OUT <
PRESS INPUT KEY
Learn HDMI OUT 1
PRESS INPUT KEY
Learn HDMI OUT 4
1 2
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5 (Default)
4K@60Hz HDR
2CH
6
4K@60Hz HDR
MultiCH
User Custom
Example: Input 1 and 2 invoke the built-in EDID data: 4K@30Hz HDR 2CH.
Select Built-in EDID Press to confirm.
Press or navigation buttons to select the built-in EDID to be invoked
Press INPUT 1 and 2.
Press to confirm.
5.5 Audio Setting
The matrix switcher provides four analog L+R audio output ports and four digital
SPDIF output ports for audio de-embedding. The audio source selection of these
eight audio output ports, and the L+R audio volume can be controlled by the front
panel buttons.
⚫Audio Source Selection
There are eight audio sources can be selected for any analog L+R audio output port,
and twelve audio sources can be selected for any SPDIF audio output port.
Audio Output Ports
Audio Sources
Input Breakout
Output Breakout
ARC
L+R OUT 1
In1 Breakout
In2 Breakout
In3 Breakout
In4 Breakout
Out1 Breakout
Out2 Breakout
Out3 Breakout
Out4 Breakout
/
L+R OUT 2
L+R OUT 3
L+R OUT 4
SPDIF OUT 1
In1 Breakout
In2 Breakout
In3 Breakout
In4 Breakout
Out1 Breakout
Out2 Breakout
Out3 Breakout
Out4 Breakout
Out1 ARC
Out2 ARC
Out3 ARC
Out4 ARC
SPDIF OUT 2
SPDIF OUT 3
SPDIF OUT 4
Example: Select the HDMI input 2 audio source for the analog L+R output 2.
Press Press to select AUDIO Setting. Press
to enter the tab. Press to select L+R OUT 2.
Learn HDMI OUT
Built-in EDID <
PRESS INPUT KEY
1080P 2CH <
PRESS INPUT KEY
4K30HDR 2CH <
1 2
4K30HDR 2CH <
AUDIO Setting <
IP Address
L+R OUT 2 <
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Press Press to select In2 Breakout Press
to confirm.
⚫L+R Output Audio Volume Control
Example: Set the audio volume of L+R OUT 2 port.
Press Press to select AUDIO Setting. Press
to enter the tab. Press to select L+R OUT 2 Vol.
Press to enter the setting tab.
Press or to set the volume value. Press to confirm.
5.6 Preset Setting
Press PRESET button can save the current switching routing or load the saved
layout preset.
Note: The matrix switcher supports nine presets, but only preset 1~4 can be saved
and recalled by button control. Please manage other preset by GUI control or RS232
control.
⚫Save the current switching routing to a preset
Example: Save the current switching routing to preset 2.
Press Press and hold at least 3 seconds.
Press INPUT 2 to select Preset 2.
Press to confirm.
⚫Recall a saved preset
Example: Recall the saved preset 2.
Press Press INPUT 2 to select Preset 2.
Press to confirm.
L+R OUT 2
In2 Breakout <
AUDIO Setting <
IP Address
L+R OUT 2
L+R OUT 2 <Vol
L+R OUT 2 Vol
91
Preset Recall
Hold 3s to Store
Store Preset
Press Key
Store Preset 2
Store Preset 2
Store Success
Preset Recall
Hold 3s to Store
Recall Preset 2
Recall Preset 2
Recall Success

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5.7 IP Address Inquiry
Press Press to select IP Address Press
AUDIO Setting
IP Address <
IP Address
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6. GUI Control
The switcher can also be controlled via TCP/IP. The default IP settings are:
IP Address:
192.168.0.178
Subnet Mask:
255.255.255.0
Type 192.168.0.178 in the internet browser, it will enter the below log-in webpage:
Username: admin
Password: admin
Type the user name and password, and then click Login to enter the section for
video switching.

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6.1 Signal Switching
Use the 4x4 button grid on the page to set which inputs are directed to which
outputs. For example, clicking the button on the Input 1 row and Output 2 column,
directs input 1 to output 2.
Use the 9 numbered buttons under scene area to save and load layout presets.
•To save a given layout, first click one of
the numbered buttons, then click the Save
button.
•To load a previously saved layout, first
click one of the numbered buttons, then
click the Recall button.