AVGear AVG-UHMS88PRO User manual

AVG-UHMS88PRO
The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8
Matrix Switcher is a professional 8x8
HDBaseT Matrix Switcher that accommodates
8 HDMI IN (HDMI 1.4 & HDCP 2.2 compliant)
& 8 IR IN.
Features
 8 HDMI Inputs supporting HDMI 1.4 &
HDCP 2.2, compliant with lower
standards, capable of transmitting
4Kx2K@60Hz & 1080p 3D
 Supports manual input HDCP auto-
detection and manual output HDCP
management
 4 HDMI Outputs support HDMI 1.4 &
HDCP 1.4, transmits 4Kx2K signals 8m
 8 HDBaseT outputs for easy extension
to 70m at 1080p and 40m at 4Kx2K
over 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, TCP/IP,
and bi-directional IR& RS232
 Built-in GUI for TCP/IP control
 Powerful EDID management
 Supports memory off function for
reliable operation
 Firmware upgradable through Micro
USB port
Easy installation with rack
-
mounting

AVG-UHMS88PRO
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
November 2015. 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 1/11/15

AVG-UHMS88PRO
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.

AVG-UHMS88PRO
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ..............................................................................................................1
Introduction to the AVG-UHMS88PRO.........................................................1.1
Features.......................................................................................................1.2
What’s in the Box........……………………………………………………………………2
Product Appearance of the AVG-UHMS88PRO .....................................................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 HDBT Receiver...................................................................4.5
System Operation.....................................................................................................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 IR Remote .........................................................................5.2.1
Control Far-end Device locally ..........................................................5.2.2
Control Local Device Remotely .........................................................5.2.3
RS232 Control ...............................................................................................5.3
Connection with the RS232 Communication Port ..............................5.3.1
Control through 9-pin RS232 port .....................................................5.3.2
Control through 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
Control via TCP/IP Communication Software ....................................5.4.2
GUI for TCP/IP Control .....................................................................5.4.3
Port Management ............................................................................5.4.4
Firmware Update via USB ..............................................................................5.5
Specification.............................................................................................................6
Panel Drawing ..........................................................................................................7
Troubleshooting & Maintenance.............................................................................8

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1. Introduction
1.1. Introduction to the AVG-UHMS88PRO
The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher is a professional 8x8
HDBaseT Matrix Switcher that accommodates 8 HDMI IN (HDMI 1.4 & HDCP 2.2
compliant) & 8 IR IN.
Select HDMI inputs using the front panel buttons, IR, RS232, or GUI. The selected
source is switched to HDMI Output 1~4 (switched synchronously with HDBaseT
output 1~4) & HDBaseT outputs 1~8 (easy extension up to 70m at 1080p and 40m
at 4Kx2K on a single CAT5e/6 connection with HDBaseT receivers, with PoC).
It also features EDID management.
1.2. Features
 8 HDMI Inputs support HDMI 1.4 & HDCP 2.2, and are compliant with lower
standards, able to transmit 4Kx2K@60Hz & 1080p 3D
 Supports manual input HDCP auto-detection and manual output HDCP
management
 4 HDMI Outputs support HDMI 1.4 & HDCP 1.4, transmits 4Kx2K signal 8m
 8 HDBaseT outputs for easy extension to 70m at 1080p and 40m at 4Kx2K over
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, TCP/IP and bi-directional IR & RS232
 Built-in GUI for TCP/IP control
 Powerful EDID management
 Supports off memory for reliable operation
 Convenient firmware upgrade through Micro USB port

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2. What’s in the Box

1 x
AVG
-
UHMS88PRO
HDBaseT 8x8
Matrix Switcher

1 x RS232
cable

4 x Rubber Feet (4 x Screws)

1 x Power cord

2 x Mounting ears (6 x Screws)

1 x IR remote

18 x Pluggable Terminal Blocks
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-UHMS88PRO
3.1. Front Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
Firmware Micro USB port for firmware updating
②
Power
Indicator Illuminates red when power is on, lights yellow in standby mode
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: input selection buttons ranging from 1~8.
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: output selection buttons ranging from 1~8
EDID Invoking mode: press and hold EDID button for 3
seconds or more to enter this mode, buttons 1~8
correspond to the 6 embedded EDID data options. Press
any of the 6 buttons to invoke embedded EDID data.
⑦Function
buttons
ALL
: Select all inputs/ outputs
EDID
: EDID management button
C
LEAR
: Withdraw an operation before it comes into effect
ENTER:
Confirm operation
Press for 3 seconds to enter in Query mode.
Note: Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only.

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3.2. Rear Panel
No. Name
Description
①INPUTS
a.
IR OUT:
connect with IR
emitters
, making up
an
IR matrix
with the IR IN sockets on the far-end receivers. IR signal
can be switched synchronously with the AV signal, or
separately.
In default setting, the 8 IR OUT corresponds with the 8 IR IN,
i.e. IR OUT1→IR IN1,…IR OUT8→IR IN8.
b.
HDMI:
HDMI input ports, connect with HDMI sources
②LINK
c.
IR I
N:
Connect with IR receiver (with carrier), works with IR
OUT on the corresponding far-end receiver, and cannot be
switched separately.
d.
RS232
: serial control ports, support
s
bi
-
directional control
with RS232 port on corresponding HDBT receiver, cannot
b
e switched separately.
e.
AUDIO
: stereo audio output ports, output de
-
embed
d
ed
HDMI audio
f.
HDMI
: Local HDMI output ports, synchronously switched
with HDBaseT Output 1~3
g.
HDBaseT:
work
s
with HDBaseT receivers to extend
signals and power far-end HDBaseT receiver on a single
CAT5e/6 cable.
③
RS232 Serial control port, connect with control device such as a PC.
④
IR Control
IR ALL IN
: connect with IR receiver, delivers the received IR

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signal to all the 8 far-end receivers.
IR EYE
: Connect with extended IR receiver, use the IR remote
to control the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher
⑤
TCP/IP TCP/IP port for unit control
⑥
GROUND Connect to ground
⑦
Power
Power
Button
: Press the button to power on/off the matrix. The
indicator turns red when power is on.
Power port
: Insert AC 100V~240V power adapter here.
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-UHMS88PRO
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 4K HDBaseT
8x8 Matrix Switcher with HDMI cables.
Step 2. Connect HDBaseT receivers to the HDBaseT Outputs with straight-
through CAT5e/6.
Step 3. Connect HDMI displays (e.g. HDTV) to the HDMI outputs of the 4K
HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher with HDMI cables.
Step 4. Connect amplifier/audio matrix to AUDIO output ports
Step 5. Connect control device (e.g. a PC) to the RS232 port of either 4K
HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher or far-end receivers. RS232 signal can be
transmitted bi-directionally between the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher
and far-end receivers.
.
Step 6. The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher can collect IR
signal sent 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 4K HDBaseT
8x8 Matrix Switcher and far-end receivers.
Step 7. Insert an AC 100V~240V power outlet to power port of the 4K HDBaseT
8x8 Matrix Switcher and switch on the power.
Note: IR receivers connected to IR IN should have carrier. If not, send the
command %0900. or %0901.to activate native carrier mode or force carrier
mode in the IR matrix launched between the AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K
HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher and far-end receivers.

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4.5. Connection with HDBT Receiver
The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher boasts 8 HDBaseT output
ports which support the PoC solution, through which AV signal, IR & RS232 control
signal, as well as power are transmitted on single CAT5e/6.

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5. System Operation
5.1. Front Panel Button Control
Here we make a brief introduction to the system operations.
5.1.1. Switching I/O connection
1. To switch one input to an output:
Operation: “input”+“output”+“ENTER”
Example: input 1 to output 2
Note: In default status, the 8 IR OUT sockets correspond with 8 HDMI INPUTS.
When you switch a HDMI input to an output, the corresponding IR OUT will be
switched synchronously.
2. To switch an input to several outputs:
Operation: “input” + “output” + “output” +… + “ENTER”
Example: Switch input 2 to output 2, 4
3. To switch an input to all outputs:
Operation: “input” + “ALL” + “ENTER”
Example: Switch input 1 to all outputs
Note: Indicators of the selected buttons will blink green for three times if the route is
done, then it will turn off. If the route failed, they will turn off immediately.

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5.1.2. EDID Management
The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher features EDID
management to maintain compatibility between all devices. It can be controlled via
EDID learning and EDID invoking.
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
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
EDID invoking:
There are six types of embedded EDID data. The chart below illustrates the detailed
information of the embedded EDID data:
Output Button
EDID Data
1 1080P 3D 2CH
2 1080P 3D Multichannel
3 1080P 2D 2CH
4 1080P 2D Multichannel
5 3840x2160 2D（30Hz）
6 4096x2160 2D（30Hz）

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Format: Press and hold “EDID” for 3 seconds, “INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.
Operations:
Set EDID data for one input
Operation: Press “EDID” (hold for 3 seconds to enter into EDID programming),
“INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.
Example: Set the EDID data of INPUT 4 to the forth type of embedded EDID data:
Press (hold for 3 seconds) .
5.1.3. Query
Check status
Press and hold the button “ENTER” for 3 seconds, it will enter into system Query
menu. Use the 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 8
inputs and 8 outputs.
Check if the
input has HDCP Y means the input signal has HDCP, N means not.
Check if the
output has
HDCP Y means the output signal has HDCP, N
means not.
Check the
output resolution
Use button to check the 6 output
resolutions separately.
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.)

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Operation: Press Output 2 button, LCD screen displays “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.
5.1.4. Clear Operation
When you switch output channel, learn EDID data, or set EDID data, press Clear
button to withdraw the operation before you press “ENTER”. When pressed the
matrix will return to its previous state.
5.2. IR Control
5.2.1. Usage of IR Remote
By using IR & HDBaseT transmission technology, the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix
Switcher has the following functions:
1. Control a far-end output device locally.
2. Control local input/output device remotely.
3. Control the 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher locally/remotely.
Note: With this IR remote, AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher can
be controlled with 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.
No.
Button
Function
①
Standby button
Press it to enter/ exit standby mode
②
Input channels
Range from 1~8, corresponding IR
signal switched synchronously when
switching input channels.
③
Menu buttons
ALL
,
EDID
and
CLEAR
, match with
the corresponding front panel buttons.
④
Navigation/Enter
buttons. : Navigation
ENTER: Confirm
⑤
Output channels
R
ange from
1
~
8.
Each channel has 1
IR IN, 1 HDBaseT, 1 RS232, and 1
AUDIO output, and channel 1~3 have
HDMI outputs.

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5.2.2. Control Far-end Device locally
Connect an IR receiver to IR IN/ IR ALL IN on the switcher, and use the IR Remote
of far-end device to control the device locally.
1 to 1: (through IR IN)
Connect an IR receiver with carrier to the IR IN port of 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix
Switcher, users can control far-end output display via its IR remote locally. See
the figure below:
Note: The IR receiver connected to IR IN must be with IR carrier
1 to All: (through IR ALL IN)
Connect an IR receiver to the IR ALL IN port of 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher,
the IR signal received from the IR ALL IN port will be transmitted to all the 8
connected far-end HDBT receivers. See as below:
Note: Send command “%0901.” to enter infrared carrier enforcing mode if the IR
Receiver connected to IR ALL IN is not with carrier.
HDMI OUT
HD BT IN
Tx Rx
RS2 32IR I N IR OU T
PoC
Receiver
DVD
HDTV
IR Remote
HDTV
IR Transmitter

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5.2.3. Control 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.
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.

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Multiple to Multiple: (IR Matrix)
The 8 “IR OUT” ports and the 8 “IR IN” ports on the far-end receivers make up
an 8x8 IR matrix.
The 8 IR IN ports correspond with 8 HDMI input ports separately in default mode.
Switching Operation: [x1]R[x2]
x1: Corresponding to the 8 IR OUT ports of the matrix
x2: Corresponding to the IR IN port at the 8 far-end HDBT receivers
Example: Send command “3R2.” to emit IR signal received from IR Receiver
connected to the 2nd HDBT receiver via IR OUT 3.
HDMI O UT
HDB T IN
Tx Rx
RS2 32IR IN I R OUT
PoC
HDMI O UT
HDBT I N
Tx Rx
RS23 2IR IN IR OUT
PoC
HDMI O UT
HDBT IN
Tx Rx
RS23 2IR IN IR O UT
PoC
HDMI OUTHDB T IN
Tx Rx
RS2 32IR IN I R OUT
PoC
HDMI O UTHD BT IN
Tx Rx
RS2 32IR IN I R OUT
PoC
HDMI O UTHD BT IN
Tx Rx
RS2 32IR IN I R OUT
PoC
HDMI O UTHD BT IN
Tx Rx
RS2 32IR IN I R OUT
PoC
HDMI O UTHD BT IN
Tx Rx
RS23 2IR IN IR O UT
PoC
IR Transmitter
12
Receiver 1 Receiver 2 Receiver 3 Receiver 4 Receiver 5
Receiver 6
Receiver 7
Receiver 8
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5.3. RS232 Control
5.3.1. Connection with the RS232 Communication Port
The AVG-UHMS88PRO 4K HDBaseT 8x8 Matrix Switcher boasts a 3-pin
pluggable terminal block for serial control. The definition of its pins is listed in the
table below.
5.3.2. Control through 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 devices.
Control the switcher & 3rd-party Device through a 9 pin female RS232 port.
 Control the switcher: send RS232 commands directly
 Control 3
rd
party: send command: “/+[Y]/[X]:******.” (Refer to for detailed
information.)
HDM I OUT
HD BT IN
Tx Rx
RS232IR IN IR OUT
PoC
Receiver
3rd party
PC
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