GoMax Electronics MA-3188 User manual

8x8 3G/HD/SD-SDI Matrix
User Manual
rev: 160801
Made in Taiwan
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Safety and Notice
The MA-3188 8x8 3G/HD/SD-SDI Matrix has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and
requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipments, the
MA-3188 should be used with care. Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from
possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
●Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
●Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, except where explained in this manual.
●Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
●Keep objects that might damage the device and assure that the placement of this unit is on a stable
surface.
●Use only the power adapter and power cords and connection cables designed for this unit.
●Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before
cleaning.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................1
FEATURES ........................................................................................................................1
PACKAGE CONTENTS......................................................................................................1
SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................2
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS....................................................................................................3
CONNECTION DIAGRAM..................................................................................................4
HARDWARE INSTALLATION ............................................................................................4
OPERATION APPROACH..................................................................................................5
LIMITED WARRANTY........................................................................................................9

INTRODUCTION
The MA-3188 8x8 3G/HD/SD-SDI Matrix provides the most flexible and cost effective solution in the
market to route 3Gbps high definition video sources from any of the eight SDI sources to the any eight
SDI receivers at the same time. This solution is well suited for use in home theater, conference room
presentation systems, or other similar setting or application.
FEATURES
Inputs meet SMPTE 259M, 292M, 424M,425M
Allows any SDI display to view any SDI source at any time
Auto-Reclocking
The matrix master can switch every output channels to any SDI inputs by push-in button, IR remote
controller or RS-232 control
Easy installation with rack-mounting and wall-mounting designs for master and receiver respectively
PACKAGE CONTENTS
1x MA-3188
1x Rack-mounting ear set
1x IR Remote control
1x User Manual
1x Installation software CD
1x UL AC power cord
2x BNC Terminator Plug
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name
MA-3188
Technical
Role of usage
True 8x8 matrix
Video bandwidth
2.97 & 2.97/1.001Gbps
Video support
[3G] 1080p@50/59.94/60 (4:2:2)
[HD] 720p50/59.94/60, 1080p24/30, 1035i50/59.94/60, 1080i50/59.94/60
[SD] NT[email protected], PAL@50Hz
Audio support
Yes
Cable equalization
[3G] up to 100m(300ft) / [HD-SDI] up to 150m (500ft) / [SD-SDI] up to 300m
(1000ft)
Reclocking function
Yes
PCB stack-up
4-layer board [impedance control — differential 100Ω; single 50Ω]
Input
8x SDI BNC + 1x Synchronized BNC + 1x RS-232
Output
8x SDI BNC + 1x Synchronized BNC loop-out
SDI Input selection
Push button / IR remote / RS-232
IR remote control
Electro-optical characteristics: τ= 25°/ Carrier frequency: 38kHz
RS-232 connector
DE-9 [9-pin D-sub female]
Mechanical
Housing
Metal case
Dimensions
[L x W x H]
Model
440 x 280 x 42mm [1’5” x 0.9’ x 1.6”]
Package
513 x 456 x 144mm [1’7” x 1’5” x 5.6”]
Carton
535 x 320 x 495mm [1’8” x 1’ x 1’6”]
Weight
Model
4051g [8.9 lbs]
Package
4900g [10.8 lbs]
Fixedness
1U rack-mount with ears and wall hanging holes
Power supply
AC Power 100-240V
Power consumption
35 Watts [max]
Operation temperature
0~40°C [32~104°F]
Storage temperature
-20~60°C [-4~140°F]
Relative humidity
20~90% RH [no condensation]
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
Front Panel
1. Power Switch: Power ON/OFF switch
2. IR Sensor: IR sensor for receiving the IR commands from IR remote
3. Output Push Button & 7-segment LED: Front panel push buttons used to select the number of
display channels & LED display for output ports
4. Input Push Button & 7-Segment LED: Front panel push buttons used to select the number of input
source & LED display for input channels
Rear Panel
5. RS-232: RS-232 control port
6. INPUT PORT 1-8: SDI inputs
7. OUTPUT PORT 1-8: SDI outputs
8. AC Power: 100-240V
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CONNECTION DIAGRAM
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
MA-3188
1. Connect all sources to SDI Inputs on the 8x8 SDI matrix
2. Connect all outputs to SDI Receiver
3. Connect the AC power supply to the 8x8 SDI matrix
4. Power on the 8x8 SDI matrix MA-3188
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OPERATION APPROACH
Method A: Push-in Button
IN/OUT MAP
1) Use the “+”or “-“ output push button to select the number of display
2) Use the “+”or “-“ input push button to select the number of input source
“+”: change selected input/output port in ascending order
“-” : change selected input/output port in descending order
Method B: IR Remote Control
Button
Function
ON
Mute off the video output
OFF
Mute the video output
Mute
Output port number + Mute + Take
CLEAR
Clear the remote setting
STATUS
Output port number + Status + Take
Preset Mapping
Number + Preset + Take
[Memory 6 sets of configuration]
Save Mapping
Number + Save + Take
[Memory 6 sets of configuration]
F1, F2, F3, F4
Reserved Buttons
Route input to
output output port number + To + input port number + Take
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Method C: Software Control through RS-232 port
System Requirements and Precautions
1. Whenever power off MA-3188, please stay unpowered at least 5 to 10 seconds to allow power
capacitors to discharge.
2. The MA-3188 provides software control program under Microsoft Windows XP, 7, 8 through the
interface of RS-232 control port
3. Before you click on the icon of the software, make sure you have secured the connection between
your computer RS-232 port and the MA-3188
Start the software control program
When clicking on the executable file, the following dialog will pop-up (under Microsoft Windows 7,
please run as administrator).
Control Interface
1. Info
Read the software and firmware version.
2. COM Port selection
Use RS-232 cable to connect the port on device and computer. Select correct COM port and click the
button.
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3. Connection Status
Show the connect status (Connected or Disconnected).
4. In/Out switch panel
For each output, you can assign arbitrary video source or mute output video here.
5. Firmware Update
The “Firmware update” window shows up as below. Before firmware update process, please ensure
your RS-232 cable is connecting and the status is “CONNECTED”.
Click button to select the firmware file which you want to update.
Click button.
Recycle power.
Click button and the firmware will start to update.
Front Panel firmware update
Click button to select the firmware file which you want to update.
Click button.
Click button.
Recycle power and the front panel firmware will start to update.
Press the lower left button of front panel until the firmware update process is finished.
6. Mapping
Save/Recall the Mapping Configuration. In this part, you can rename the mapping, save the current
mapping or recall previous saved mapping.
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7. Default Reset
To do factory default reset. This default reset process will take about 10 seconds.
Method D: Terminal control:
Baud rate: 115200
Data length: 8bit
Parity check: No
Stop bit: 1
COMMAND
ACTION
ST + 0x0d
Show all mapping
PON + 0x0d
Power on the device
POFF + 0x0d
Power off the device
MUTE + number (ASCII) + 0x0d
Mute output video
VR + 0x0d
Show the firmware version
P + number (ASCII) + I + number (ASCII) + 0x0d
Switch I/O mapping
SMAP + number (ASCII) + 0x0d
Save mapping
LMAP + number (ASCII) + 0x0d
Recall mapping
WHO + 0x0d
Show the model no.
FST## + 0x0d
Factory reset
SH + number (ASCII) + 0x0d
Show signal port
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LIMITED WARRANTY
The SELLER warrants the MA-3188 8x8 3G/HD/SD-SDI Matrix to be free from defects in the
material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase from the SELLER or an authorized dealer.
Should this product fail to be in good working order within 1 year warranty period, the SELLER, at its
option, repair or replace the unit, provided that the unit has not been subjected to accident, disaster,
abuse or any unauthorized modifications including static discharge and power surge. This warranty is
offered by the SELLER for its BUYER with direct transaction only. This warranty is void if the warranty
seal on the metal housing is broken.
Unit that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of parts
and labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs are warranted for 90 days from the day of reshipment
to the BUYER. If the unit is delivered by mail, customers agree to insure the unit or assume the risk of loss
or damage in transit. Under no circumstances will a unit be accepted without a return authorization
number.
The warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without limitations, any
other implied warranty or fitness or merchantability for any particular purpose, all of which are expressly
disclaimed.
Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty. Customers outside Taiwan are responsible
for shipping charges to and from the SELLER. Cables and power adapters are limited to a 30 day
warranty and must be free from any markings, scratches, and neatly coiled.
The content of this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, The
SELLER assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual. The
SELLER will NOT be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting
from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Also, the
technical information contained herein regarding the MA-3188 v1.2/v1.3 features and
specifications is subject to change without further notice.
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