DVDO Matrix6 User manual

DVDO Matrix6TM
6x2 4K Ultra HD HDMI Matrix Switcher
User’s Guide
Version 1.0

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Important Safety Information
•Follow all instructions
•Use only a dry cloth to clean
•Use caution not to block any vents in either unit
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use near water or expose to rain or moisture. Keep away from
excess moisture
•Do not use near heat sources such as room heaters, hot A/V equipment
•Read all warnings
•Use only accessories approved by DVDO including mounting brackets
•Unplug the device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time
•Keep away from open flames
•Protect all connected cords including power cords from being pinched, compressed, stepped on
•Do not open the case. All servicing should be done only by qualified and approved service personnel

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Contents
Overview......................................................................................................................... 4
Key features................................................................................................................. 4
In the Box..................................................................................................................... 4
Input/Output.................................................................................................................... 5
Front Panel .................................................................................................................. 5
Back Panel................................................................................................................... 5
Connections.................................................................................................................... 6
Matrix Modes................................................................................................................... 7
Compatibility mode:...................................................................................................... 8
Performance mode:...................................................................................................... 9
Preset Mode(s):.......................................................................................................... 10
Controlling the Aux TV from another room.................................................................... 11
S/PDIF output................................................................................................................ 11
Audio Return Channel (ARC)........................................................................................ 11
Remote Control............................................................................................................. 14
On-Screen Display Menu System................................................................................. 15
Updating Firmware........................................................................................................ 18
To upgrade firmware using the On-screen display (preferred)................................... 18
To upgrade firmware using the firmware update button............................................. 19
Serial Control................................................................................................................ 20
Troubleshooting: ........................................................................................................... 20
Specifications................................................................................................................ 24
FCC Interference and Compliance Statement .............................................................. 25
Warranty ....................................................................................................................... 26
Getting Help.................................................................................................................. 28
Legal notices................................................................................................................. 29

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Overview
Matrix6™is DVDO’s latest HDMI Matrix switcher for home entertainment and theater applications. It is ideal
for installations requiring a single set of sources that drive two displays independently. Typical applications
include: adding a TV to an adjacent room, adding a projector to a home theater, adding a second TV for
sports viewing, adding a TV to a kitchen or patio. In each case, there is no need to add a new set of
sources.
Key features
•Multiple modes allow control of switching operation
•6 HDMI inputs, 2 HDMI outputs; 4K Ultra HD capable
•MHL®capability on two inputs
•Auto Switching – three modes
•Optical and coax S/PDIF outputs
•Serial and IR remote control
•Simple Firmware update using USB flash drive
•On-screen display (OSD) for easy setup and control
•Remote control (including discrete on and off codes)
In the Box
•Matrix6HDMI switcher
•12 V power supply
•Remote control
•Matrix6Setup guide

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Input/Output
Front Panel
1. IR window – remote control receiver
2. Input indicators (Off = no connection, Amber = HDMI connected, Green = active Zone 1 input, Yellow =
active Zone 2 input)
3. Input select – manually cycles through connected Zone 1 inputs
4. Power switch
5. Power indicator
Back Panel
1. Power input – 12 VDC 3 A minimum
2. Update firmware button – see the firmware update section for details. This button is held during power-up
to start the firmware update process from an attached USB flash drive.
3. USB connector – Primarily used for updating firmware, but also supplies 5 V up to 1 A for accessories
4. Serial port: allows control of Matrix6by external control systems
5. HDMI outputs – The two outputs are independent and can be individually controlled.
6. S/PDIF audio outputs – Coax and optical: Whenever the audio stream permits, audio is extracted from
the active Zone 1 input and also sent to the S/PDIF outputs
7. HDMI Inputs 1–6 – Input 1 and Input 6 are each capable of connecting to a MHL mobile device as well
using only a passive cable. These ports can each supply up to 900 mA for charging the mobile device.

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Connections

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Matrix Modes
Sharing a Blu-ray player with two TVs can be complicated. Normally, a TV reports its capability back to the
source (like a Blu-ray) using a packet of information called an EDID and asks for a resolution from the
source that it can handle. With a matrix, however, you are connecting two TVs to the same source. If one TV
is only standard definition (480p) and the other is capable of 4K then the switch must decide what to ask the
source for. When both outputs ask for the same input there could be a little electronic crisis – send 4K so
the main TV gets the best possible picture or send 480p so both TVs can see something. Then the 480p TV
changes inputs, should the main TV flash right in the middle of a critical movie scene to change resolutions
again?
Most products on the market force you into one mode or another, but Matrix6gives you a choice.

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Compatibility mode:
Use this when you have two TVs of different resolutions and always want a picture on both TVs.
In this mode, Matrix6takes a snapshot of each display device and determines what resolution BOTH TVs
can handle. A new capability packet (EDID) is then constructed that asks all the sources for audio and video
that both devices can handle. Any time a new TV is connected, the snapshot is taken again. Just turning the
same TVs on or off has no effect. In this way you guarantee that both TVs can always see all the inputs.
Pros:
Both TVs will always have audio and video
Cons:
If one TV has a higher display capability than the other, it will not use the maximum resolution.
Also when the TVs go to or from the same input, the other TV will flash briefly until it settles on the new
resolution.
Compatibility Mode Resolution:

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Performance mode:
Use this when you have two TVs of basically the same resolution capability and want the fastest and least
flashing possible.
In this mode, Matrix6uses the capability of only the main TV and sends that capability (EDID) to all the
inputs. It ignores the capability of the Aux TV and just sends it whatever the main TV is asking for.
Pros:
Switching happens faster and there is much less flashing. For example, switching inputs on the aux TV has
little to no effect on the main TV.
Cons:
If the Aux TV is not capable of all the resolutions of the main TV, some inputs sending those higher
resolutions will not be watchable on the Aux TV.
Performance Mode Resolution

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Preset Mode(s):
Use these modes for troubleshooting or if your TVs are not reporting the right capabilities to the switch
In this mode, Matrix6 allows the user to choose from multiple preset audio and video resolutions. Note that if
you choose a resolution that your TV is not capable of, you might lose picture altogether.
Preset Mode Resolution