AVPro Edge AC-MX-88X User manual

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User Manual
8K 8×8 Matrix with Ultrawide, 40Gbps Bandwidth Input and Output Stages
AC-MX-88X
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INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................4
FEATURES ...............................................................................................................4
WHATS IN THE BOX ................................................................................................4
SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................................................5
FRONT AND REAR PANEL OVERVIEW ......................................................................6
INITIAL SETUP: WEBUI ...........................................................................................7
ADVANCED SETUP: WEBUI INPUT SETTINGS  EDID ............................................. 10
ADVANCED SETUP: GLOBAL INPUT SETTINGS ...................................................... 11
ADVANCED SETUP: WEBUI VIDEO OUTPUT SETTINGS .......................................... 11
ADVANCED SETUP: WEBUI EXTRACTED AUDIO OUTPUT SETTINGS ..................... 12
WEBUI: VIDEO MATRIX ......................................................................................... 15
WEBUI: AUDIO MATRIX ......................................................................................... 16
WEBUI: I/O CONFIG  INPUT SETTINGS ................................................................ 17
WEBUI: I/O CONFIG  INPUT SETTINGS CONT ...................................................... 18
WEBUI: I/O CONFIG  OUTPUT SETTINGS ............................................................. 19
WEBUI: I/O CONFIG  OUTPUT SETTINGS CONT ................................................... 19
WEBUI: I/O CONFIG  OUTPUT SETTINGS CONT ................................................... 20
WEBUI: I/O CONFIG  OUTPUT SETTINGS CONT ................................................... 21
WEBUI: SYSTEM  IP SETTINGS ............................................................................. 22
WEBUI: SYSTEM  TELNET SETTINGS .................................................................... 23
WEBUI: SYSTEM  ADMIN WEB INTERFACE ........................................................... 23
WEBUI: SYSTEM  USER WEB INTERFACE .............................................................. 24
WEBUI: SYSTEM  CLOUD SERVICES ...................................................................... 25
WEBUI: SYSTEM  FIRMWARE UPDATE CONT ........................................................ 26
WEBUI: SYSTEM  HARDWARE ............................................................................... 26
WEBUI: DIAGNOSTICS  HDMI IN .......................................................................... 27
WEBUI: DIAGNOSTICS  HDMI IN CONT................................................................. 28
WEBUI: DIAGNOSTICS  HDMI OUT ....................................................................... 29
WEBUI: CONSOLE .................................................................................................. 30
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FRONT PANEL CONTROL  SWITCHING ................................................................. 31
FRONT PANEL CONTROL  EDID ........................................................................... 32
FRONT PANEL CONTROL  AUDIO ......................................................................... 33
FRONT PANEL CONTROL  NETWORK ................................................................... 33
IR CONTROL: IR REMOTE ...................................................................................... 34
IR CONTROL: EXTENSION PORT ............................................................................ 34
RS232 AND TCP/IP CONTROL ............................................................................... 35
COMMAND LIST .................................................................................................... 36
COMMAND LIST CONTINUED: .............................................................................. 37
COMMAND LIST CONTINUED: .............................................................................. 38
EXTRACTED AUDIO ............................................................................................... 39
BALANCED 5 PIN 2CH AND TOSLINK AUDIO PORT /SPDIF ..................................39V
AUDIO OUTPUT LOGIC AND CABLE PREP ............................................................. 40
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................. 41
BANDWIDTH CHART ............................................................................................. 42
BANDWIDTH CHART CONTINUED ......................................................................... 43
MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................... 44
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE .............................................................................. 44
SUPPORT ............................................................................................................... 45
WARRANTY ........................................................................................................... 45

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Introduction
Simply stated, the AVPro Edge AC-MX-88X is a classic transformed into an icon. Our engineers focused on
re-imagining the venerable AC-MX-88, boosting bandwidth to an ultrawide 40Gbps with 8K input and output
stages, for a world-rst, Next-Gen 8 input / 8 output matrix switching platform providing a foundation for all
possibilities that follow. “X ” marks the spot for high performance that is unmistakably AVPro Edge, as we
once again redene the face of the HDMI switching era. Gaming enthusiasts, rejoice - multiple inputs for
multiple consoles! Select Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, or your Alienware Aurora Ryzen by control system or
from the supplied IR remote and leave the cable juggling to Cirque du Soleil.
The AC-MX-88X, designed with the needs of Next-Gen users in mind, prepares your clients for tomorrow’s
over-the-near-horizon signals, while ultrawide bandwidth supplies sure-footed dynamic headroom for
hiccup-free performance with HDMI 2.1a devices. With the unmatched pedigree of AVPro Edge behind it
tradition never fails, as the AC-MX-88X lets you break convention and seek perfection.
Features
·HDMI Specication HDMI 2.1a
·HDCP 2.3 (and all earlier versions supported)
·Up to 8K 60Hz 4:2:0 / 8K 30 Hz 4:4:4, 60-120fps
·4K 120Hz, 120fps
·8K to 4K or 8K/4K to1080p Down Scaling on all outputs
·Balanced Analog Audio Outputs (2 CH PCM)
·Full HDR Support (HDR 10 & 12 Bit)
·Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG Support
·Advanced EDID Management
·IR, RS-232 and LAN Control Option
·Driver Support for C4, Crestron, Elan, RTI, Savant, URC
and more
·NOTE: 8K Ultra-wide Bandwidth Necessitates the Use
of Active Optical Cables for Distances Over 4 Meters.
Please see Bullet Train Cables for Length Options.
Whats in the box
·1× AC-MX-88X (Matrix Switch)
·1× 48V 3.75A Power Supply
·1× IR Remote Control
·1× CR2025 Battery for IR Remote
·1× IR Extension Cable
·8× 5pin Terminal to L/R adapter cables
for 2ch Extracted Audio
·1× 3pin terminal block (for RS-232)
·2× Mounting Brackets (Installed)
·1× Ground strap
·4× Matrix Feet with hardware
*3V CR2025 Battery Required For IR Remote Control
1× Included in the packaging.
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Specications
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Front and Rear Panel Overview
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Input Select
Button
Front Panel
Display
Navigation
Buttons
IR Eye Output Select
Buttons
LAN Connection
Extracted
Audio 48V
Power
USB-C
ISP/Control
HDMI
Outputs
HDMI
Inputs
3pin
RS-232
Control
3.5mm IR
Extension
Ground
Strap

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Initial Setup: WebUI
1. With the AC-MX-88X placed into its new home (AV Rack, cabinet, table top) take a Phillips head
screwdriver and attach the included yellow ground strap to the back of the chassis using the pre-installed
screw, then attach the other end to a suitable grounded object.
2. Connect the HDMI Input sources to the HDMI Inputs on the back of the matrix.
3. Connect the HDMI/devices to the HDMI Outputs.
4. Connect the network LAN cable to the RJ45 port labeled LAN (next to 3pin RS232 port above grounding screw).
5. Power on the sources (Inputs).
6. Power on the Output devices/displays.
7. Connect the 48V power supply to power on the matrix and then to a suitable power source.
8. Using the front panel display and Menu navigation buttons navigate to NETWORK and press the ENTER
button to enter the IP Settings menu.
9. Either manually enter in your desired IP settings, or enable DHCP and let your network assign the correct settings. Use
the UP/DOWN arrow keys to highlight the row you want to change (HIP, RIP, TCP Port, etc), click , use left/right arrow
keys to select and the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the setting. Click the OK button again to conrm those changes.
10. With the matrix connected to the local network, using a computer on the same network open up a web browser and type
the HIP (Host IP Address) into the address bar to navigate to the WebUI.
The AC-MX-88X can be controlled using the USB-C port, 3pin RS232, or over TCP/IP using the LAN connection. For initial setup
it is recommended to connect the matrix to a local area network (LAN) and use a computer on the same network in conjunction
with the built in WebUI. After making all the physical connections, the rst step will be to check for any Firmware Updates.
The below steps are an example of this setup, other control options are covered in separate sections of this user manual.
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11. With the AVProEdge WebUI open, navigate to System. Click on the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, this will open
these documents in a new tab for review. Once read click on the boxes next to each to agree. When both are checked
the switch for Enable Cloud Services will be selectable (will be red or disabled by default). Click to enable (the switch will
turn green).
12. With the Cloud Services enabled under the Hardware section click the Update Firmware button to check for new
Firmware OTA (over the air). This will compare the rmware versions currently loaded on the AC-AXION-X and compare
to the latest available. If it is up to date, you will see a prompt stating “No update available!”
13. If an update is available, the following prompt will show. Simply click UPDATE.
14. If a new update is available a le will automatically be selected, simply click the UPLOAD button to load the rmware
les to the Matrix. Uploading does not install the Firmware, that is the next step.

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15. Once the rmware le has been uploaded, it will display all containing rmware les. Here you can select individual
rmware les to load or simply leave all les/options selected. If the version currently installed is not newer (does not
need to be updated), then that update will be skipped automatically. Click the UPGRADE button to start.
16. Once the progress bar hits 100% click the CLOSE button, the rmware upgrade process is complete.
17. With the Firmware up to date it’s time to start setting up the matrix. With the AVProEdge WebUI open, navigate to the
I/O Conifg section. Label the applicable Inputs (Apple TV, Cable Box, Roku, etc) under the Input Settings - Label.
18. If an Input is not being used, you can click the Enabled switch o (it will turn red).
19. Label the Outputs (Living Room, Bedroom, Den, etc) under the Video Output Settings - Label.

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20. Set the HDMI Video Scaling if needed. Each HDMI OUTPUT has a drop-down
with x3 options for scaling.
21. With the system and all it’s components powered up it’s time to verify signal path from source to the sync. For now leave
EDID settings to their default 1080P 2CH, the next section Advanced Setup will cover the more advance settings.
22. Use the Signal Indicator on the HDMI INPUTS. Green means HDMI source is detected,
red means that the source is not detected. If red verify that the input is powered on
and that the HDMI cable is properly connected to the source and to the back of the
matrix.
23. Now verify the connections to the HDMI outputs using the Signal indicator. Green means HDMI sync is detected, red
means that the HDMI sync is not detected. If red verify that the sync devices are powered on and that the HDMI cables
are properly connected to the back of the matrix.
24. With everything connected and powered on, green indicators across the applicable inputs and outputs, verify you are
getting all of your sources on all of your displays.
25. Problems with a source or sync, see the Troubleshooting section for help on page[s] 41.
Advanced Setup: WebUI Input Settings - EDID
After verifying good signal path from source to sync now it is time to go through the rest of the settings to maximize the setup.
Starting on the input side with the EDID.
• No Scaling (default) - No scaling will be applied to that output.
• 4K to 1080P - Any signal above 1080P will be down-scaled to 1080P
• 8K to 4K - Any signal above 4K will be down-scaled to 4K
1. With the WebUI open, navigate to the I/O Conifg tab and focus on the Input Settings section at the top.
2. Set the EDID on each input by selecting the resolution drop-down rst (default is set to 1080P). The options are 1080P,
4K30Hz, 4K60Hz Y420, 4K60Hz, and FRL10G8K. If you select USER1 EDID, then the drop-downs change to allow you to
select from an output to copy from. You can select any of the 8 HDMI
outputs then click the COPY button. This will save that outputs EDID
to the USER1 slot.
3. Next use the drop-down to select NO 3D, or 3D depending on the
displays capability.
NOTE: Currently the only resolution you can choose NO 3D for is 1080P.
4. Next drop-down select either SDR (standard dynamic range) or HDR
(High Dynamic Range).
5. The fourth drop-down in the EDID section is for the audio, you can
select 2CH, 6CH, or 8CH.
6. Click the button to set the EDID.
7. Verify you are still getting that source to all your displays and that the image looks correct.
NOTE: Some older displays may take an HDR signal and display correctly (ignoring the HDR Metadata)
others will not ignore the HDR part of the signal and may display incorrectly.

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·Support Dolby MAT - Check this box to enable Dolby MAT audio.
·Require Dolby Vision Low Latency - Check this box to require Dolby Vision Low Latency (Player-led) over Standard
Dolby Vision (TV-Led). Sources like the Apple TV and X-Box Series X use Dolby Vision Low Latency.
Advanced Setup: Global Input Settings
Under the Input settings is a section called Global Input Settings. These two settings apply to all eight of the HDMI Inputs.
Default these are both o (unchecked) but depending on the system both of these may need to be check for optimum
performance. Check the specications on the devices in the signal chain to verify compatibility/support.
Advanced Setup: WebUI Video Output Settings
1. Now navigate to the Video Output Settings under I/O Cong
2. In addition to the output Label (name/alias), there State and Video Scaling Settings for each HDMI output.
3. Under State there are 4 options.
·Enabled (Default) - HDMI Port is on (normal functionality)
·Disabled - HDMI Output Port will not output a signal
·Test Pattern 1080P - Enables a 1080P Colorbar test pattern on that port
·Test Pattern 4K - Enables a 4K Colorbar test pattern on that port

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Advanced Setup:
WebUI Extracted Audio Output Settings
1. Now navigate to the Extracted Audio Output Settings under I/O Cong.
2. The extracted audio ports have 3 distinct operating modes, use the drop-down at the top to select. The three options
are.
4. Under the Video Scaling mode you can choose Auto, No Scaling (o), 4K to 1080P, or 1080P to 4K.
5. Signal - The Signal Indicator on the HDMI outputs shows the current state of the
connected HDMI device. Green means HDMI signal is detected, red means that the
signal is not detected. If red verify that the HDMI cable is properly connected to both
the matrix and HDMI sync device.
·Auto - Will automatically scale based on the connected syncs EDID
·No Scaling (Default) - Signal remains untouched
·4K to 1080P - Down-scales any 4K signal down to 1080P
·4:4:4 to 4:2:0 - Will convert any 4K Signal (with a Video Clock above 500MHz) with YUV 4:4:4 and convert it to
YUV 4:2:0.
·Bind to Input (Default) - where the audio port number corresponds to the input signal. This is ideal for
systems where audio is matrixed separately in a zoned amplier.
·Bind to Output - this conguration the audio will automatically follow the HDMI output. This is ideal for systems
that use local AVR’s for some of the Zones.
·Matrix - This mode allows you to matrix the extracted audio ports independently from the HDMI outputs. In this
mode there will be a Tab for the extracted audio under the Matrix page, allowing you to route the audio just like
routing the video. If the matrix is set to Bind to Input or Bind to Output this tab will not be visible.

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3. Other available settings for the extracted audio ports include
4. You can use the slider or text box to change the volume
(settings are 0-100).
5. To change the EQ settings of that port click on the emblem ( ) to the right of the volume slider. This will bring
up the Audio Conguration Page. Here you can choose from 8 dierent EQ settings, change the Left / Right balance, and
set the audio delay.
·Enable/Disable Switch
·Volume control (1-100) - Enter a numbered value, or use the slider bar to adjust
·EQ presets (7 generic preset options to choose from)
·Left/Right balance
·Audio Delay. Each of these 5 settings can be changed per extracted audio port.
O
Disabled
On
Enabled

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6. Delay (eight settings in 90 millisecond increments)
None (default), 90, 180, 270, 360, 450, 540, and 630.

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WebUI: Video Matrix
Use this page to route the video INPUTS and OUTPUTS.
·Click on the INPUT number to select (example below shows IN 1)
·With the INPUT selected simply click on the OUTPUT you want to send that source to.
·Note: If you rename the INPUTS/OUTPUTS using the I/O Cong page they will display here.

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WebUI: Audio Matrix
Use this page to route the extracted audio.
NOTE: The extracted audio ports can only be manually changed (matrixed) when in Matrix Mode. If the extracted audio is set to
Bind to Input (default) or Bind to Output then this tab will not be visible, example below. See Page 14 “Advanced Setup: WebUI
Extracted Audio Output Settings” for more info.
·Click on the INPUT number to select (example below shows IN 1 - Apple TV)
·With the INPUT selected simply click on the OUTPUT you want to send that audio to.
·Note: If you rename the INPUTS/OUTPUTS using the I/O Cong page they will display here.

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WebUI: I/O Cong - Input Settings
Input Settings Label - Use this to give an name/alias to your inputs (Apple TV, Cable Box, Roku, etc). Note: There is a 15
character limit to this eld, the name will replace the default “IN #” throughout the rest of the WebUI (for instance the Video
Matrix tab).
Input Settings Enable switch - Use this enable/disable switch to turn the corresponding Input
port on or o. The default setting is enabled (green) by default.
O
Disabled
On
Enabled

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WebUI: I/O Cong - Input Settings Cont
Input Settings Signal - The Signal Indicator on the HDMI INPUTS shows the current state of the connection HDMI
source. Green means the HDMI source is detected, red means that the source is not detected. If red verify that source is
powered on and that the HDMI cable is properly connected to the source and to the back of the matrix.
Global Input Settings - There are two settings available
· Supports Dolby MAT - Check this box to enable Dolby MAT audio
· Requires Dolby Vision Low Latency - Check this box to require Dolby Vision Low Latency
(Player-led) over Standard Dolby Vision (TV-Led). Sources like the Apple TV and X-Box Series X use Low Latency.
1. 1080P_2CH
2. 1080P_6CH
3. 1080P_8CH
4. 1080P_3D_2CH
5. 1080P_3D_6CH
6. 1080P_3D_8CH
7. 4K30HZ_3D_2CH
8. 4K30HZ_3D_6CH
9. 4K30HZ_3D_8CH
10. 4K60HzY420_3D_2CH
11. 4K60HzY420_3D_6CH
12. 4K60HzY420_3D_8CH
13. 4K60HZ_3D_2CH
14. 4K60HZ_3D_6CH
15. 4K60HZ_3D_8CH
16. 1080P_2CH_HDR
17. 1080P_6CH_HDR
18. 1080P_8CH_HDR
19. 1080P_3D_2CH_HDR
20. 1080P_3D_6CH_HDR
21. 1080P_3D_8CH_HDR
22. 4K30HZ_3D_2CH_HDR
23. 4K30HZ_3D_6CH_HDR
24. 4K30HZ_3D_8CH_HDR
25. 4K60HzY420_3D_2CH_HDR
26. 4K60HzY420_3D_6CH_HDR
27. 4K60HzY420_3D_8CH_HDR
28. 4K60HZ_3D_2CH_HDR
29. 4K60HZ_3D_6CH_HDR
30. 4K60HZ_3D_8CH_HDR
NOTE: If you select USER1 EDID, then drop-downs change to allow you to select from and output to copy from. You can select
any of the 4 HDMI outputs then click the COPY button (this replaces the Apply button). This will save that outputs EDID to the
USER1 slot.
Input Settings EDID - Use these four drop-downs to select your preferred EDID.
The available combinations are as follows.

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Output Settings Label - Use this to give an name/alias to your outputs (Living Room, Den, Kitchen, etc).
Note: There is a 15 character limit to this eld, the name will replace the default “OUT #” throughout the rest of the WebUI (for instance the
Video Matrix tab).
Output Settings State - This drop-down has 3 settings, just like the input settings you can Enable or disable this port. In
addition you can also choose Test Pattern to enable a 1080P color bar test pattern on that output. This is helpful in verifying the
signal chain from Matrix to sync (display). To disable the test pattern, change the state back to Enabled (default).
Output Settings Video Scaling - The HDMI outputs each have 3 settings. No scaling (scaling is o), 4k to 1080P, and 8k to 4k.
WebUI: I/O Cong - Output Settings
WebUI: I/O Cong - Output Settings Cont.
Output Settings Signal - The Signal Indicator on the HDMI OUTPUTS shows the current state of the connection HDMI Output.
Green means HDMI sync is detected, red means that the sync is not detected. If red verify that the output is powered on and
that the HDMI cable is properly connected to the sync and to the back of the matrix.

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WebUI: I/O Cong - Output Settings Cont.
Output Settings Label - Use this to give an alias/name to your extracted audio outputs.
Note: There is a 15 character limit to this eld, the name will replace the default “OUT #” throughout the rest of the WebUI (for
instance the Video Matrix tab).
Output Settings Enabled - This is an enable/disable switch. By default this will be Enabled/Green. To change the setting
simply click to switch. Disabled/Red there will be no Audio passed on that extracted audio port (both Toslink and balanced 5pin
will be muted).
Output Settings Volume - Here you can use the slider bar to adjust the extracted port volume (0~100). You can also use the
text box and enter a value (0~100).
Output Settings EQ Settings - To open the EQ Settings click on the symbol next to the Volume slider.
EQ Drop-down contains 8 settings. The default o, Classical, Headphone, Hall, Live, Pop, Rock, and Vocal.