Hall Research Technologies HSM-88-4K User manual

User’s Manual
HSM-88-4K
4K 8X8 HDMI Matrix Switcher
Independent Routing
Built-in Server for Configuration & Control
RS232, IP, and Front panel Controls
HDMI 1.4b Deep-color & 3D Support
HDCP 1.4/2.2 compliant with EDID Management
Fast-Switch™ Technology
Order toll-free in the U.S. 800-959-6439
FREE technical support, Call
714-641-6607 or fax [phone]
Mail order:
Hall Research, 1163 Warner Ave. Tustin, CA 92780
Web site: www.hallresearch.com E-mail: [email protected]
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Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction.................................................................................4
1.1 General............................................................................................4
1.2 Features..........................................................................................4
2.0 Package Contents ........................................................................5
3.0 Configuration and Operation....................................................5
3.1 Connection Diagram......................................................................5
3.2 General Operation ...........................................................................6
3.2.1 Front Panel Function...................................................................................6
3.2.2 Front Panel Operation.................................................................................6
3.2.3 Reading the LCD routing configuration .....................................................7
3.2.4 Turning the unit on and off.........................................................................7
3.2.5 Making AV Routing or "Ties" from the Front Panel..................................7
3.2.6 Making a tie starting from the output .........................................................8
3.2.7 Making a tie starting from input .................................................................8
3.2.8 Blanking from Output end..........................................................................9
3.2.9 Blanking from Input end.............................................................................9
3.4 Rear Panel......................................................................................12
4.0 EDID management......................................................................12
4.1 EDID Configuration......................................................................13
4.2 Compute EDID..............................................................................13
5.0 Software GUI (HSM-88-4K Matrix Controller).......................13
6.0 Network Setting...........................................................................14
7.0 Telnet and Serial Commands (Port 6324) ...........................15
8.0 Recalling Factory Defaults ......................................................19
9.0 Firmware Upgrade......................................................................20
10.0 Troubleshooting .....................................................................20
10.1 Contacting Hall Research............................................................20
11.0 Specifications...........................................................................21

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TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Hall Research and its logo are trademarks of Hall Research. Any other
trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged as the property of the
trademark owners.
FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if
not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It
has been designed to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in
accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which
are intended to provide reasonable protection against such interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the
user at their own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be
necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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1.0 Introduction
1.1 General
Thank you for purchasing this professional quality and compact digital matrix switch
from Hall Research.
As a member of Hall’s renowned Genesis™ Series, this matrix is synonymous with
quality. It includes a high performance, intuitive and powerful user interface, easy to
use control command set, and provides unsurpassed reliability.
The matrix is an 8x8 cross-point 4K switch in a compact 1-RU enclosure. It supports
HDMI 1.4b for 3D format and supports deep-color to 12 bits per component (36-bit
color routing), supports HDCP, PCM, Dolby, DTS, and HD audio standards. It may
be used with any combination of DVI (PC) or HDMI (HDTV) sources and displays.
The matrix switch automatically performs intelligent EDID capability mapping
between sinks and sources.
Other features include: PRESET save and recall functions (with user definable
PRESET names), HDMI output blanking, HDMI audio extraction and independent
routing to SPDIF outputs, ability to extract audio from HDMI outputs,
comprehensive front panel controls, RS232 and Telnet control.
The HSM-88-4K Genesis™ Digital matrix is ideal for home theater, conference
room, multimedia presentation, digital signage in retail space, and other similar
settings.
1.2 Features
Compatible with HDMI version 1.4b (for color-depth and 3D), and DVI
HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4 compliant
4K x 2K@30Hz 4:4:4, 4KX2K@60 4:2:0, 1080P@120Hz, 1080P
3D@60Hz and VGA to WUXGA
Supports digital video formats in Deep Color 48/36/30/24-bit
Supports RS232, remote control, on-panel control and TCP/IP Control
HDMI Audio De-embedding & Independent Routing to SPDIF outputs
Supports lossless digital audio: both 5.1 and 7.1 LPCM, Dolby TrueHD,
Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD Master Audio
Allows any source to be displayed on multiple displays at the same time
Front panel LCD readout for easy setup and control

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Preset Save and Recall of commonly used routing patterns
Intelligent EDID capability mapping with independent EDID for 8-input
ports
Audio and video compatibility among multiple sink devices
HDMI video output can be blanked or un-blanked
Includes RS232 port with Hall Research’s Genesis Control Command
Set (GCCS)
Telnet interface using the same RS232 commands
1RU high compact & rugged rack mountable metal enclosure
Full ESD protection is implemented on all HDMI connectors
2.0 Package Contents
(1) Model HSM-88-4K
(1) 12V2.5A DC Universal Power Supply
(1) IR Remote
(1) Mounting Ears (2 pcs)
(1) RS232 Cable
(1) User’s Manual
3.0 Configuration and Operation
3.1 Connection Diagram
Block Diagram

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3.2 General Operation
3.2.1 Front Panel Function
The front panel can be used for the following purposes:
Monitor & Control Power On/Off status
View current Input/output routings (ties) on LCD
Make new ties either starting from input or from output
Recall preset patterns
Save preset patterns
Locking front panel
Change EDID configuration
Turn the unit on and off
View EDID configuration and preset configuration on LCD
All of the front panel switches have built-in LEDs that help in the operation.
Front panel functions are designed for maximum intuitiveness. With just a little
practice, one can easily learn to monitor and control the matrix.
LOCK is used to disable all the keys on front panel. Lock the front panel by pressing
LOCK button. Hold the same button for 3 seconds to unlock the unit.
Front Panel
3.2.2 Front Panel Operation

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All the front panel buttons have back light LEDs with three states to help the
operation. With just a little practice, one can easily learn to monitor and control the
matrix.
LED Status Indicator
3.2.3 Reading the LCD routing configuration
Easy to understand routing information is displayed on the LCD. The inputs are
variable, but the outputs are static and never change.
In the above example, the routing configuration can be understood from the output
end as follows:
Output 1 is tied to Input 1
Output 2 is tied to input 1 and so on ...
The same configuration can be analyzed from the input end as follows:
Input 1 is tied to both Output 1 and 2
Input 2 is tied to both Output 3 and 4 and so on...
3.2.4 Turning the unit on and off
Press the power button any time to turn ON the matrix. To turn the unit OFF, hold
the power button for 3 seconds.
3.2.5 Making AV Routing or "Ties" from the Front Panel
Routing is possible from both the input and output end. It is easier to route from
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3.2.6 Making a tie starting from the output
To tie an output to an input, perform the following steps.
1. Select an output. This shows the currently tied input (if any) in solid LED.
Note that you can use navigation keys to view the next output routing
configuration. Use up and down arrows to move back and forth across the
outputs.
2. Select an input you want to tie to. This will make the selected input button
blink until the SET button is pressed. Note that you can cancel the selection
by clicking the same button or selecting another input.
3. The tie between the input and the output is established only when the SET
button is pressed.
Example: Route output 1 to input 2
3.2.7 Making a tie starting from input
Routing from the input end allows to tie multiple outputs to an input in a single step
multi selection process. Note that any input can be routed to more than one output
or none at all.
1. Press one of the input channel buttons. That button will light up in solid
along with ALL the outputs routed from that input. Use navigation keys to
view the routing configuration across each input.
2. Select the outputs you wish to tie. Selected outputs can be multiple with
all the new selections blinking until the SET button is pressed. To remove
an Output from the selection press the blinking output again.
3. Press SET to apply the changes.

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Example: Route Input 1 to Output 1, 2 and 3
3.2.8 Blanking from Output end
1. To blank an output, hold the Output for 3 seconds or until its led starts
blinking. Selecting a new output will exit the "Blanking Mode". Note that
multiple outputs cannot be blanked at the same time.
2. Press SET to apply the changes. The blanked Output will be crossed on the
LCD, indicating that it is blanked.
Example: Blanking output 1
3.2.9 Blanking from Input end
1. To blank an Input, hold the input for 3 seconds. Note that if the input is
tied to all the multiple outputs, all tied outputs will be blanked.
2. Press SET to apply the changes. All the affected output ports and blanked
input will be crossed on the LCD display.
Example: Blanking output 1

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3. As explained in the previous example, blanking an Input will blank all the
Outputs tied to it. To remove a certain number of outputs tied to an Input,
select the input which shows the routing configuration of the input.
4. Hold the outputs you want to remove for 3 sec or until the led starts
blinking. Note that multiple outputs can be selected at the same time.
5. Press SET to apply the changes. All selected outputs will be blanked shown
as crossed on LCD.
Example: Blanking output 1 and 2 from the previous example
3.3 Presets (Routing Patterns)
The number of presets accessible from the front panel is the same as the total # of
input buttons. Each front panel input button can memorize a pattern. Therefore,
you can recall 8 presets.
Presets are extremely useful when managing multiple routing patterns. HSM-88-4K
can save 4 presets and allows the user to save, recall, and edit the presets from the
front panel on the fly.
3.3.1 Saving ongoing configuration as preset
1. To save ongoing configuration as a preset, hold PRE button for 3 seconds
until it blinks.
2. Select preset number by selecting the input.
3. Press SET to save the ongoing configuration as a preset.

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Example: Saving ongoing configuration as a preset #1
3.3.2 Recalling Presets
1. To recall the saved preset, press the PRE button. Note that saved presets
can be navigated using UP and DOWN arrow keys.
2. Select the preset number by selecting an input or using the navigation
keys.
3. Press SET to recall the preset.
Example: Saving preset #1 from the previous example
3.3.3 Editing or Copying Presets
1. To edit a saved preset, press PRE button.
2. Hold the preset number you want to edit on the input button until you see
the prompt "Editing Preset #" on LCD.
3. Start changing the preset config from the output end just like making ties
from the output end. Holding an entry will clear the output. Unassigned
outputs will be blanked by default.
4. Press SET and select the preset number you want to copy. Note that you
can even copy the preset to the number you started editing.
5. Press SET again the save the new preset.

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Example: Edit output 1 in Preset #1, which is saved in previous example and saving
it to preset #2
3.4 Rear Panel
Rear Panel
1. HDMI Out: Connect to the display’s HDMI input port.
2. TCP/IP: Connect to an active Ethernet network via a switch or router to control
the matrix from telnet.
3. DC 12V: Plug the 12V DC power adapter into this port and connect it to an AC
wall outlet for power.
4. RS232: Use the RS232 port via DB9 cable to control the unit
4.0 EDID management
The HSM-88-4K gives the users the complete flexibility to configure EDID which can
be accessed using the MENU button. The Menu has two options, "EDID
Configuration" and "Compute EDID".

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4.1 EDID Configuration
This option allows the user to upload a custom defined EDID to a selected input
source. HSM-88-4K has 16 custom EDIDs saved in the internal memory and has the
ability to copy the EDID from any of the eight output ports to any input.
Press MENU and navigate to "Compute EDID" and press SET.
Browse through the 16 different EDIDs saved in the unit and eight EDIDs of
the current outputs.
Press SET to select the EDID.
Select an input to copy the EDID.
Press SET to load the EDID to selected input.
4.2 Compute EDID
The compute EDID functionality is very useful while displays of different native
resolution is connected to a single input source. Enabling "Compute EDID" results
in copying the lowest resolution EDID among the outputs to the input so that there is
a video on all the displays.
To compute EDID, press MENU and navigate to "Compute EDID" and press SET.
Use this option when you have different kinds of displays connected to the matrix.
5.0 Software GUI (HSM-88-4K Matrix Controller)

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The matrix can be controlled using the Windows GUI via a Serial port (COM Control
Mode) or over the network (TCP Control Mode).
Select the appropriate mode in the Setup tab to control the matrix. Note that you
need to allow this application in your firewall to communicate over network. The
GUI updates in real time to the changes made to the unit from the front panel,
RS232 and telnet. The following are some of the major feature available in
Windows GUI.
Control the matrix using Serial RS232 or the network. The status of the
input and output HDMI can be seen under Device Information in the
setup tab.
Matrix tab shows the current routing configuration and updates in real
time. The user can also enable/disable Audio Return Channel (ARC) for
each output.
Presets tab includes preset save, preset edit and preset recall.
EDID tab lets you load a custom EDID to any source connected to the
matrix’s input ports. You can also copy the EDID from any display
connected to the output to an input. All the EDID management can be
done from the EDID tab.
6.0 Network Setting
As shipped from the factory (or after restoring factory defaults), the HSM-88-4K
IP address is set for static IP address as 192.168.1.50.
HSM-88-4K –Network Settings
(A) DHCP
Click on the “Network Settings” tab to change the network settings
for the matrix. You can manually set the IP address, netmask and
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automatically by enabling DHCP. In order to use the DHCP feature, you must
have a compatible DHCP ROUTER OR SWITCH that will assign the IP addresses
to the end devices.
(B) Setting STATIC IP
If your network doesn’t support DHCP server function: Then you have to
change the IP addresses manually in the fields below.
IP: Select Static IP radio button and enter the IP address manually.
Netmask: Enter the subnet mask as assigned by your network
administrator.
Gateway: Enter gateway IP address for the device and the PC.
Click “Save” to confirm the settings.
Reboot the device.
7.0 Telnet and Serial Commands (Port 6324)
HSM-88-4K offers excellent control features where the user can set and access
information from the unit such as IP configuration, factory default, reboot, LED
control, Relay, key press type, macros, device add/delete, etc.
Invalid Commands returns a response as "Invalid Command".
Baud rate：115200
Data Width: 8- bit
Parity: None
Stop: 1-bit
Commands are in ASCII format.
Each command has to be terminated by <CR> and response by <CR>
and <LF>.
Commands are not case sensitive.
Unknown command responds with “Command Failed”.

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Command
Description
Response
CVn,m<cr>
n= Output [1-8]
m= Input [1-8]
m=x to blank the
Output.
CV*,m<cr>
m= Input [1-8]
m=x to blank the
Output.
Making Ties
Connect HDMI
output_n to input_m.
Connect all Outputs to
Input_m.
Blanks all the outputs
CVn,m<cr>
CV1,m<cr>
CV2,m<cr>
CV3,m<cr>
:
:
CV8,m<cr>
CVn,m/n,m/n,m<cr>
n= Output [1-8]
m= Input [1-8]
m=x to blank the
output.
Configure multiple
outputs
CVn,m<cr>
CVn,m<cr>
CVn,m<cr>
CVn,? <cr>
n= Output [1-8]
CV?,m <cr>
m= Input [1-8]
CV <cr>
Query output
Query input
Query all the outputs
CVn,m
n= Output [1-8]
m= Input [1-8]
m=x to blank the
Output
CVn,m
n= Output [1-8]
m= Input [1-8]
m=x to blank the
Output
CV1,?<cr>
CV2,?<cr>
CV3,?<cr>
:
CV8,?<cr>
PSx<cr>
x= Preset number
[1 to 8]
Preset Save and
Recall
Save the current
configuration as a
preset
PSx<cr>

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Command
Description
Response
PSx=1,m/2,m/3,m/4,m
<cr>
m=Input [1-8]
m=x (to blank the
output)
Preset on the fly--
saving a custom preset
PSx=1,m/2,m/3,m/4,m
<cr>
PRx<cr>
x=no of inputs [1 to 8]
Preset recall
Display the new
routing configuration
back after the recall.
CV1,?<cr>
CV2,?<cr>
CV3,?<cr>
:
:
CV8,?<cr>
PWn<cr>
n=0 -- OFF
n=1 -- ON
PW
Power Functions
Turn the unit ON and
OFF
Query the status of
power
HSM<cr>
PWn <cr>
RB<cr>
Reboot the system
RB<cr>
FD<cr>
Reset the unit to
factory default
FD<cr>
LKn<cr>
n=1 Lock ON
n=2 Lock OFF
LK <cr>
Locks the front panel
Read the status of the
Lock
LKn cr>
LKn cr>
n=1 Lock ON
n=2 Lock OFF
HOn<cr>
n=Output [1 to 8]
HIm<cr>
m= Input [1-8]
HOT Plug Query
Read the Hot plug
status of output.
Read the Hot plug
status of the input.
HIGH<cr>
Or
LOW <cr>
HIGH<cr>
Or
LOW <cr>

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Command
Description
Response
FW<cr>
Firmware Version
FW Version: x<cr>
HDn<cr>
n=Output [1 to 8]
HDCP Query
Read the status of
HDCP
ON<cr>
Or
OFF <cr>
ESi,m<cr>
m= Input[1 to 8]
i= EDID Index
EDID
Index
1080p,Stereo Audio 2.0
1080p,Dolby/DTS 5.1
1080p,HD Audio 7.1
1080i,Stereo Audio 2.0
1080i,Dolby/DTS 5.1
1080i,HD Audio 7.1
3D,Stereo Audio 2.0
3D,Dolby/DTS 5.1
3D,HD Audio 7.1
4K2K30,Stereo Audio 2.0
4K2K30,Dolby/DTS 5.1
4K2K30,HD Audio 7.1
4K2K60,Stereo Audio 2.0
4K2K60,Dolby/DTS 5.1
4K2K60,HD Audio 7.1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
ESi<cr>
i= EDID Index
ERm<cr>
m= Input[1 to 8]
ECn,m<cr>
n=Output[1 to 8]
m= Input [1 to 8]
ECn<cr>
n=Output [1 to 8]
EDID Settings
Set the Custom EDID
to the input.
Set the Custom EDID
to all the inputs
Query the EDID from
the input
Copy the EDID from
output to input.
Copy the EDID from
output to all the inputs
ESi,m<cr>
ESi<cr>
EDID i<cr>
Returns EDID Index
ECn,m<cr>
ECn<cr>
BPn<cr>
n=0 or 1
BP<cr>
Turn the BEEP ON and
OFF
Query the status of the
BEEP
BPn<cr>
BPn<cr>
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Command
Description
Response
IP<cr>
MAC<cr>
IP
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx<cr>
DHCPn <cr>
n=0 or 1
DHCP<cr>
IP Configuration
Read the IP address
Read the MAC
Address
Assign the static IP
Set DHCP ON or OFF
Query the status of
DHCP
IP
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx<cr>
MAC
xx.xx.xx.xx.xx.xx.xx<c
r>
IP
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx<cr>
DHCPn<cr>
DHCPn <cr>
n=0 or 1
HSM<cr>
System Status
Get the system status
FW<cr>
PW<cr>
CV<cr>
LK <cr>
BP<cr>
IP<cr>
MAC<cr>
DHCP<cr>
8.0 Recalling Factory Defaults
Factory defaults resets all parameters (including network settings) back to
default.
Select the FACTORY RESET option on “Setup” tab on the Windows GUI.
Control command FD<CR> resets all the configuration back to factory
default setting.
NOTE Factory resetting the HSM-88-4K will restore back the default Hall
Research settings to the device. The user must confirm the action and take
all necessary precautions to prevent loss of data.

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9.0 Firmware Upgrade
Firmware upgrade is available through the Windows GUI via a serial port. To do the
upgrade, connect the matrix to the PC via a COM Control Mode.
Go to Upgrade tab, load the firmware file, which is of “.bin” extension, and click
“upgrade”. When the upgrade is successful, the matrix will automatically reboot
with the latest firmware.
10.0 Troubleshooting
There are no field serviceable parts or circuits in the device. If you think the
device is malfunctioning (or you have no connectivity), please try to use the
following methods for troubleshooting.
Try Rebooting the device.
You can select the FACTORY RESET option on the unit’s “System Settings”.
10.1 Contacting Hall Research
If you determine that your HSM-88-4K is malfunctioning, do not attempt to
repair the unit instead, contact Hall Research Technical Support at 714-641-
6607. To return the unit to Hall Research you must first get a Return
Authorization (RMA) number. Package the unit carefully, if returning. We
recommend that you use the original container.