AVGear AVG-UHMS44PRO User manual

AVG-UHMS44PRO
The UHMS44PRO 4K HDBaseT 4x4 Matrix
Switcher is a professional 4x4 HDBaseT Matrix
Switcher that accommodates 4 HDMI IN, 4 IR
IN with 4 HDBT Outputs. HDMI inputs are
selected by front panel buttons, IR, RS232 or
GUI.
Features
Supports HDMI 1.4 & HDCP 2.2, and is
compliant with earlier standards, able to
transmit 4Kx2K@60Hz & 1080p 3D
Supports manual HDCP management
and auto-detection
Transmits a 4Kx2K signal for 8m via
HDMI port, 40m via HDBT port
4 HDBaseT outputs, for simple
extension to 70m at 1080p and 40m at
4Kx2K on a single CAT5e/6 cable
Supports PoC
LCD screen shows real-time I/O
connection status, switching status,
HDCP status, and output resolution
Controllable via front panel, RS232, IR
and TCP/IP
Supports bi-directional IR & RS232
control
Built-in GUI for TCP/IP control
Powerful EDID management
Supports memory off function for
reliability
Supports firmware upgrades through
the Micro USB port
Easy installation with rack-mounting
design

AVG-UHMS44PRO
PLEASE READ THIS PRODUCT MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
This manual is only for operational instruction only,
and not to be used in a maintenance capacity. The
functions described in this version are current as at
May 2016. 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 1/5/16

AVG-UHMS44PRO
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 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 product failure.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ..............................................................................................................1
Introduction to the AVG-UHMS44PRO.........................................................1.1
Features .......................................................................................................1.2
What’s in the Box ........……………………………………………………………………2
Product Appearance of the AVG-UHMS44PRO .....................................................3
Front Panel...................................................................................................3.1
Rear Panel....................................................................................................3.2
System Connection..................................................................................................4
System Applications.....................................................................................4.1
Usage Precautions.......................................................................................4.2
Connection Diagram.....................................................................................4.3
Connection Procedure..................................................................................4.4
Connection with a PoC Receiver..................................................................4.5
System Operations...................................................................................................5
Front Panel Button Control...........................................................................5.1
Switching I/O Connection................................................................5.1.1
EDID Management .........................................................................5.1.2
Query..............................................................................................5.1.3
Clear Operation ..............................................................................5.1.4
IR Control .....................................................................................................5.2
Usage of the IR Remote .................................................................5.2.1
IR Carrier Forcing ...........................................................................5.2.2
Control of Far-end Device from the Matrix location.........................5.2.3
Controlling a Local Device Remotely..............................................5.2.4
RS232 Control..............................................................................................5.3
Connection with the RS232 Communication Port...........................5.3.1
Control through the 9-pin RS232 port.............................................5.3.2
Control through the 3-pin RS232 port.............................................5.3.3
Installation/Removal of RS232 Control Software............................5.3.4
Basic Settings.................................................................................5.3.5
RS232 Communication Commands................................................5.3.6
TCP/IP Control .............................................................................................5.4
Control Modes ................................................................................5.4.1
GUI for TCP/IP Control...................................................................5.4.2
GUI Update.....................................................................................5.4.3
Firmware Update via USB............................................................................5.5
Specifications...........................................................................................................6
Panel Drawing ..........................................................................................................7
Troubleshooting & Maintenance.............................................................................8

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1. Introduction
1.1. Introduction to the AVG-UHMS44PRO
The UHMS44PRO 4K HDBaseT 4x4 Matrix Switcher is a professional 4x4 HDBaseT
Matrix Switcher that accommodates 4 HDMI IN, 4 IR IN with 4 HDBT Outputs.
HDMI inputs are selected by front panel buttons, IR, RS232 or GUI. The selected
source is delivered to HDBaseT outputs 1~4 with mirrored HDMI outputs on HDMI
outputs 1~2 (signal extension up to 70m at 1080p and 40m at 4Kx2K on a single
CAT5e/6 connection with HDBaseT receivers, with PoC) simultaneously. The unit
also supports EDID management, HDCP, bi-directional RS232 & IR control.
1.2. Features
Supports HDMI 1.4 & HDCP 2.2, and is compliant with earlier standards, able
to transmit 4Kx2K@60Hz & 1080p 3D
Supports manual HDCP management and auto-detection
Transmit a 4Kx2K signal for 8m via HDMI port, 40m via HDBT port
4 HDBaseT outputs, for simple extension up to 70m at 1080p and 40m at
4Kx2K on a single CAT5e/6 cable
Supports PoC
LCD screen shows real-time I/O connection status, switching status, HDCP
status, and output resolution
Controllable via front panel, RS232, IR and TCP/IP
Supports bi-directional IR & RS232 control
Built-in GUI for TCP/IP control
Powerful EDID management
Supports memory off function for reliable operation
Supports firmware upgrades through the Micro USB port
Easy installation with rack-mounting design

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2. What’s in the Box
1 x 4K HDBaseT 4x4 Matrix Switcher
2 x Mounting ears (6 x Screws)
1 x RS232 cable
1 x IR Receiver
4 x Plastic cushions (4 x Black Screws)
1 x IR remote
1 x Power Adapter (DC 24V 2.5A)
8 x Pluggable Terminal Blocks
1 x User manual
Note: Please confirm if the product and the accessories are all included, if not,
please contact your dealer.

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3. Product Appearance of the AVG-UHMS44PRO
3.1. Front Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
Firmware
Micro USB port for updating firmware
②
Power
Indicator
Illuminates red when power is on
③
IR
In-built IR sensor, receives IR signals sent from the IR
remote.
④
LCD Screen
Displays real-time operation status.
⑤
INPUTS/
Menu
buttons
Normal mode: Back-lit buttons, ranging from "1" to "4".
Query mode (buttons 1~4): Press “ENTER” for more than 3
seconds to enter this mode. Dial to select different
menus, to select different options.
⑥
OUTPUTS
buttons/
EDID
Management
buttons
Normal mode: Back-lit buttons, ranging from "1" to "4".
Output 1~2 support synchronous local HDMI output.
EDID Programming mode: press and hold EDID button for 3
seconds or more to enter this mode, in this mode, button 1,
2 are used to switch to the previous/ next EDID data.
⑦
Function
buttons
ALL: Select all inputs/ outputs.
⑦
Function
buttons
ALL: Select all inputs/ outputs.
EDID management button: Enable input port to manually
capture and learn the EDID data of output devices.
CLEAR: Withdraw an operation like switching an output
channel, learning EDID data before it comes into effect.
Meanwhile, the matrix will return to its previous state.
ENTER: Confirm operation. Press and hold it for 3 seconds
to enter into Query mode.
Note: Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only.

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3.2. Rear Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
IR ALL IN
Input port for IR control signal, connect with an IR receiver,
delivers IR signal to all the HDBaseT ports to control the
remote devices.
②
HDMI
INPUTS
HDMI input ports, 4 in total, type A female HDMI connector,
connect with HDMI input source devices.
③
IR OUT
Connect with IR transmitter, to emit the IR signal sent from
the HDBaseT ports of the far-end Receiver. These IR OUT
sockets make up an IR matrix with the IR IN sockets on the
HDBaseT receivers, and all IR signals can be switched
synchronously with the AV signal, or separately switched.
④
OUTPUTS
a. IR IN: Connect with an IR receiver, fixed IR input for the output, cannot be
switched separately. It makes up an IR bi-directional transmission with the IR
OUT on the corresponding HDBaseT receiver.
b. COAX: HDMI de-embedded digital audio output.
c. RS232: Serial port to communicate with the RS232 port on the corresponding
HDBaseT receiver.
d. HDMI: HDMI output port, connect with HDMI displays, mirrored HDBaseT
display signal.
e. HDBaseT: Works with HDBaseT receivers, such as HDMI Twisted Pair PoC
Receiver. It can extend AV, IR and RS232 signal up to 70m in distance.
Meanwhile, it can provide power for the receivers which support PoC.
f. AUDIO: HDMI de-embedded stereo audio output
⑤
IR EYE
Connect with extended IR receiver, use the IR remote to
control the 4K HDBaseT 4x4 Matrix Switcher.

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⑥
TCP/IP
TCP/IP port for unit control
⑦
RS232
Serial port for unit control, 9-pin female connector, connects
with a control device such as a PC.
⑧
Power
Indicator
Illuminates red when powered on.
⑨
DC 24V
Connect with a DC 24V power adaptor.
⑩
GROUND
Connect to ground.
Note: Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only.

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4. System Connection
4.1. System Applications
Reliable performance for control and transmission makes the AVG-UHMS44PRO
ideal in the IT computer space, signal monitoring, big screen displays, conference
systems, television broadcast, education, banking and security institutions etc.
4.2. Usage Precautions
1. System should be installed in a clean environment with temperature and humidity
maintained to within equipment specification.
2. All of the power switches, plugs, sockets and power cords should be insulated
and safe.
3. All devices should be connected before power is turned on.
4.3. Connection Diagram

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4.4. Connection Procedure
Step 1. Connect HDMI sources (e.g. DVD) to HDMI inputs of the AVG-
UHMS44 with HDMI cables.
Step 2. Connect HDBaseT receivers (e.g. AVG-HD300R) to the HDBaseT Output
ports with twisted pair cable.
Step 3. Connect HDMI displays (e.g. HDTV) to HDMI outputs of the AVG-
UHMS44PRO or the receivers with HDMI cables
Step 4. Connect Receiver, Audio Matrix etc. to AUDIO output ports
Step 5. Connect the RS232 port of control device (e.g. a PC) to the RS232 port of
either the AVG-UHMS44PRO or far-end receivers. RS232 signal can be
transmitted bi-directionally between the AVG-UHMS44PRO and far-end
receivers.
Step 6. The AVG-UHMS44PRO can collect IR signals transmitted by the included
IR remote via its built-in IR sensor or through an external IR receiver
connected to the IR IN/ IR EYE/ IR ALL IN port. The IR signal can be
transmitted bi-directionally between the AVG-UHMS44PRO and far-end
receivers.
Step 7. Connect a DC 24V power adapter to the AVG-UHMS44PRO.
Note: IR receivers connected to IR IN & IR ALL IN should have a carrier. If not,
send the RS-232 command %0900. or %0901.to activate native carrier mode or
force carrier mode in the IR matrix launched between AVG-UHMS44PRO and the
far-end receivers.

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4.5. Connection with a PoC Receiver
The 4K HDBaseT 4x4 Matrix Switcher contains 4 HDBaseT output ports which
support the PoC solution. Connect the HDBT output ports of the 4K HDBaseT 4x4
Matrix Switcher to the HDBaseT Receivers supporting via twisted pair cable. Plug a
power supply to the power port of the 4K HDBaseT 4x4 Matrix Switcher, the
HDBaseT Receivers will be powered synchronously via the PoC solution.

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5. System Operations
5.1. Front Panel Button Control
AVG-UHMS44PRO has convenient front panel button controls. Below is an
introduction to the system operations.
5.1.1. Switching I/O Connection
1. To select one input to an output:
Operation: “input”+“output”+“ENTER”
Example: input 1 to output 2
Note: In default status, 4 IR OUT sockets correspond with 4 HDMI INPUTS.
When you select a HDMI input to an output, the corresponding IR OUT will be
switched synchronously.
2. To select an input to several outputs:
Operation: “input” + “output” + “output” +… + “ENTER”
Example: Switch input 2 to output 2, 4
3. To select an input to all outputs:
Operation: “input” + “ALL” + “ENTER”
Example: select input 1 to all outputs
Note: Indicators of the pressed buttons will blink green for three times if the
switching is done, then turn off. If the switching has failed, they will be off
immediately.
5.1.2. EDID Management
AVG-UHMS44PRO features EDID management to maintain compatibility between
all devices. It can be controlled via EDID learning and EDID programming.
EDID Learning (from output):
One input port learns the EDID data of one output port
Operation: Press “EDID”, “INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.
Example: Input 2 learns EDID data from output 4

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All input ports learn EDID data from one output port
Operation: Press “EDID”, “ALL”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”
Example: All input ports learn EDID data from output 4
Note: Indicators of the pressed buttons will blink green for three times if the
process is successful, then it will turn off. If the process fails, they will be off
immediately.
EDID programming:
There are five types of embedded EDID data. The chart below illustrates the detailed
information of the embedded EDID data:
No.
EDID Data
1
1080P 2D 2CH
2
1080P 3D 2CH
3
1080P 2D Multichannel
4
1080P 3D Multichannel
5
3840x2160 2D（30Hz）
Press and hold “EDID”for 3 seconds to enter EDID programming mode, in this
mode, use output buttons 1/2 to switch among the 5 embedded EDID data. Then
press “ENTER”to confirm programming.
Format: Press and hold “EDID”for 3 seconds, “INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS 1/2”+“ENTER”.
Operations:
Invoke embedded EDID data for one input
Operation: Press “EDID” (hold for 3 seconds to enter in EDID setting status),
“INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.
Example: Set the EDID data of INPUT 2 to the fourth type of embedded EDID
data:
Press (hold for 3 seconds) or to switch to the 4th
EDID data .
Invoke embedded EDID data for all inputs
Operation: Press “EDID” (hold for 3 seconds to enter in EDID setting status),

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“ALL”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.
Example: Set the EDID data of all input ports to the second type of EDID data:
Press (hold for three seconds) or to switch to the
2nd EDID data .
Note: If the conversion is successful, indicators of the pressed buttons will blink
green for three times at normal speed; if the conversion failed, they will blink for
three times quickly.
5.1.3. Query
Check status:
Press and hold the button “ENTER” for 3 seconds, it will enter into system Query
menu. Use Left and Right direction button to navigate checking the previous/next
items.
Function Items
Example
Description
Check the
connection status of
inputs
Y means the corresponding
port is connected with input
device, N means not.
Check the
connection status of
outputs
Y means the corresponding
port is connected with output
device, N means not.
Correspondence
between inputs and
outputs
Shows the correspondence
between the 4 inputs and 4
outputs.
Check if the input is
with HDCP
Y means the input signal is
with HDCP, N means not.
Check if the output
is with HDCP
Y means the output signal is
with HDCP, N means not.
Check the output
resolution
Use the UP and DOWN
direction button to check all
the 4 output resolutions.
Output check:
Press any output button to check its corresponding input.
Example: Check which one is the corresponding input for output 2. (Presume
Output 2 corresponds to Input 1.)
Operation: Press Output 2 button, LCD screen display “AV: 1->2 IR: 1->2”, and
indicators of input 1 and output 2 turn on and last for 3 seconds. Then output 2
corresponds to input 1.

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5.1.4. Clear Operation
When you accidently switch an output channel, learn EDID data, or set EDID data,
press the Clear button to cancel the operation before you press “ENTER”. When you
press it, the matrix will return to the previous state.
5.2. IR Control
By using IR & HDBaseT transmission technology, the AVG-UHMS44PRO has the
following functions:
1. Control a far-end output device from the local matrix location.
2. Control a local input/output device from a remote location.
3. Control the AVG-UHMS44PRO locally/remotely.
5.2.1. Usage of the IR Remote
1. Standby button, press it to enter/exit standby mode
2. Input channels, range from 1~4 (buttons 5~8 are not
available), corresponding IR signal switched
synchronously when switching input channels.
3. Menu buttons, ALL, EDID and CLEAR, have the
same functions as the front panel buttons. Please
refer to 4.1 Front Panel Button Control for details.
4. : Navigation buttons.
ENTER: Confirm button.
5. OUTPUTS (buttons 5~8 are not available)
In normal mode: output channel selection
buttons, each channel has 1 IR IN, 1
HDBaseT, 1 RS232, and 1 AUDIO outputs,
and channel 1~4 have HDMI outputs.
In EDID programming mode: press button
1/2 to switch among the 5 embedded EDID
data
Note: With this IR remote, the AVG-UHMS44PRO can be controlled by the built-in
IR, the extended IR receiver connected to the “IR EYE”/”IR ALL IN” and the IR
receiver on the far-end receiver.

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5.2.2. IR Carrier Forcing
a) Only if the IR receiver connected to HDBaseT receiver is with IR carrier, can the
received IR signal be transferred to IR OUT port of the matrix.
b) Only if the IR receiver connected to IR ALL IN port of the matrix is with IR carrier,
can the received IR signal be transferred to the IR OUT port of the matrix.
If the IR receiver connected with the HDBaseT receiver or IR ALL IN port of the
matrix is not with IR carrier, send the command “%0901.”to enter infrared carrier
enforcing mode, and then the IR signal can be transferred to the IR OUT port.
5.2.3 Controlling a Far-end Device from the Matrix
Connect an IR receiver to the IR IN/IR ALL IN port on the switcher, and use the IR
Remote of the far-end device to control the device locally.
1 to 1: (through IR IN)
Connect an IR receiver with IR carrier to the IR IN port of the 4K HDBaseT 4x4
Matrix Switcher, users can control a far-end output display via its IR remote from the
Matrix location.
In this case, the IR signal is transferred via the twisted pair. Only the corresponding
IR OUT port can emit control signals to the remote display.
See the figure below:
Note: The IR receiver connected to IR IN must contain IR carrier
1 to All: (through IR ALL IN)
Connect an IR receiver to the IR ALL IN port of the 4K HDBaseT 4x4 Matrix
Switcher, the IR signal received from the IR ALL IN port will be transmitted to all the
4 connected far-end HDBT receivers. See as below:
PoC Receiver
DVD
HDTV
IR Remote
HDTV
IR Emitter

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Controlling a far-end device through the IR ALL IN port
Note: Send command “%0901.” to enter infrared carrier enforcing mode if the IR
Receiver connected to the IR ALL IN port is not with carrier.
5.2.4 Controlling a Local Device Remotely
Connect IR receiver(s) to IR IN on far-end HDBT receiver(s), and IR Emitter(s) to IR
OUT port of the switcher, and use the IR Remote of local source to control the
device remotely.
1 to 1:
Connect an IR receiver to IR IN on far-end HDBT receiver, and an IR Emitter to IR
OUT port of the switcher. Use the IR Remote of local source to control the device
remotely. See below:
Controlling a local device remotely
Note: Send command “%0901.” to enter infrared carrier enforcing mode if the IR
Receiver connected to IR IN of the receiver is not with carrier.
PoC Receiver 1
HDTV
HDTV Receiver 2
HDTV
HDTV Receiver 3
HDTV
Receiver 4
HDTV
PoC PoC PoC
IR Emitter
IR Remote
IR Emitter IR Emitter IR Emitter
PoC
Receiver
DVD
HDTV
IR Remote
IR Emitter

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Multiple to Multiple: (IR Matrix)
The 4 “IR OUT” ports and the 4 “IR IN” ports on the far-end receivers make up an
4x4IR matrix. See as below:
IR Matrix
The IR signal is sent by corresponding IR remote, then it is transferred to the
HDBaseT receiver, then to the corresponding zone of the matrix through the twisted
pair, finally it is transferred to the IR OUT port and received by the controlled device.
Switching Operation: (4 IR IN ports correspond with 4 HDMI input ports separately
in default mode.)
a) Sending command (reference to 4.3 RS232 Control): [x1]R[x2].
x1: Corresponding to the 4 IR OUT ports of the matrix, the IR transmitter
connected to this port can be placed at IR receiving area of output device or
4K HDBaseT 4x4 Matrix Switcher itself.
x2: Corresponding to the zone (receive IR signal from HDBaseT receiver with IR
IN port connects with IR receiver) number of 4K HDBaseT 4x4 Matrix
Switcher.
Example: Send command “3R2.”to transfer IR signal received from zone 2 to IR
OUT port 3.
1 32 4
IR Emitter
PoC Receiver 1
HDTV
HDTV Receiver 2
HDTV
HDTV Receiver 3
HDTV
Receiver 4
HDTV
PoC PoC PoC

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5.3. RS232 Control
5.3.1. Connection with the RS232 Communication Port
As well as the front control panel, the AVG-UHMS44PRO can be controlled by a far-
end control system through the RS232 communication port. This RS232
communication port is a female 9-pin D connector. The definition of its pins is listed
in the table below.
No.
Pin
Function
1
N/C
Unused
2
Tx
Transmit
3
Rx
Receive
4
N/C
Unused
5
Gnd
Ground
6
N/C
Unused
7
N/C
Unused
8
N/C
Unused
9
N/C
Unused
5.3.2. Control the 9-pin RS232 port
Connect a control device to the 9-pin RS232 port of the switcher; users are able to
control the switcher& far-end device. See the figure below:
Control the switcher & 3rd-party Device through the 9 pin female RS232 port
Control the switcher: send RS232 commands directly
Control 3rd party: send command: “/+[Y]/[X]:******.”(Refer to for detailed
information.)
PC
PoC
3rd party
Receiver