HDanywhere HKM42BTP User manual

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4x2 HDBaseT Hybrid Matrix
with SingleWire HDBaseT® Technology
Watch. Control. Enjoy.
HDanywhere™ from HD Connectivity
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Connect up to 4 x HDMI sources (Satellite/Cable HD Receivers, Blu-Ray players, Media Servers, Games
Consoles, CCTV etc) and realise the potential of full HD 1080p High Definition picture and sound quality on up
to 2 x HDTVs around the home.
Please read this manual fully before attempting to set-up your
HDanywhere system.

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Contents
4x2 HDBaseT Hybrid Matrix
Contents pg.3
Introduction pg.4
Outthebox pg.5
Package Contents
System Features
Beforeyoustart pg.6
HDBaseT Wiring Guidance
What is the best type of cable to use?
Shielded cables
Best Practice
HDBaseT with patch panels & wall plates
Connectiontermination pg.7
Disable “CEC”
Power Down
CentralHub pg.8
Front Panel
Rear Panel
TVReceiver pg.9
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Firsttimesetup pg.10
Before you connect up your system, please ensure that you complete the following:
Initial Connections
IRsetup pg.11
Step 1 - Central Hub IR cable set-up
Step 2 - In-room TV Receiver IR set-up
Step 3 – Test basic operation
When using 2 identical source devices (such as set-top boxes)
IR Ext port
High Speed Internet Connectivity pg.12
Powering your system on for the first time pg.13
LED indicator lights
Adding new or changing sources / displays to the system
Power Consumption
Completing your set-up pg.14
Audio Outputs pg.15
Operating your Matrix pg.16
Manually
Remote Control operation
Troubleshooting pg.17
To perform a soft reset:
To perform the hard reset:
Fault finding:
Possible fixes:
Specifications pg.19
Product Registration pg.20
The process is quick and easy.

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One-Year Replacement Warranty & Guarantee pg.21
Warranty Details
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Introduction
Good decision! Soon you will be enjoying the superior experience of high definition entertainment on two TVs in
your home. Our aim is to offer the best experience to our customers. As such we are always looking to improve
our products, service and support, so if you have any suggestions on how we could do that, please email
[email protected]
Chris Pinder
HD Connectivity Managing Director
4x2 HDBaseT Hybrid Matrix
Hybrid is the combination of a standard HDMI Matrix Switcher with a Multiroom+PoE module in a small form
factor package - creating a SMART HDTV signal distribution system that gives users the ability maximize all
their home entertainment technology such as subscription TV and Blu-Ray™ to its fullest potential. Users can
watch, control and enjoy all their devices in stunning HD video and audio, plus a fast Internet connection at two
TV locations instead of one.
The system comprises of a central hub and a TV-mountable PoE receiver module - meaning that a separate
power supply is not required. The receiver module simply connects back to the hub via single network cable
(Cat5e/6) up to 100m long.
Users have the ability to select and control source functions such as pause, play and rewind, thanks to IR
(infrared) remote control pass back to the hub. You can pause in one room and resume in another,
When a broadband router is connected to the Multiroom+PoE Hybrid central hub, fast Internet is also piped to
each TV location. This means that users can maximise the full feature-set of the latest SMART TVs as a robust
Internet connection is essential for buffer-free viewing of on-line streaming services such as Netflix, Love Film
and BBC iPlayer.
HDBaseT technology allows uncompressed HDMI, Fast Ethernet, PoE signals to be transmitted up to 100m
over a single Cat5e/6 cable to the TV locations.
All IR cabling. system remote and 3rd party home automation drivers are bundled free for all major control
systems, including Control4, AMX, RTI, URC.

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Out the box
The package contains all of the necessary components for a full install.
Package Contents
Matrix central hub unit
DC48V/500mA central hub power supply, figure8 lead + in-line pack
Multiroom+PoE Display Receiver module (no power supply required)
Matrix IR remote control
4 x IR TX cables (IR emitter/blaster)
1 x IR over HDMI Receiver dongle
3 x IR RX ‘magic eye’ cables (from 30KHz to 56KHz IR receiver) 1 for Matrix unit IR extension
System Features
●2 HDTV location multiroom HD system
●4 HDMI inputs x 1 HDMI + 1 HDBaseT (PoE) output
●Featuring 100m distance "SingleWire" HDBaseT technology
●Power over Ethernet (No PSU required) Receivers
●HDMI 1.4 video features supported inc. 3D & future-ready for 4K
●Full HD 1080p with Deep Colour
●All uncompressed audio inc. Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
●Unique IR control over HDMI kit included
●QuickSwitch + SmartJump supported
●EDID discovery & HDCP pass through
●Numerical LED channel indicators
●Electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection
●1145g WDH 31.7 x 15.5 x 2.7 (cm)
●In-line power supply pack: 300cm
* HDMI cables not included

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Before you start
For the most up-to-date installation best practice advice, please visit:
http://www.hdconnectivity.com/support
http://www.hdconnectivity.com/support
HDBaseT Wiring Guidance
HDanywhere Multiroom+ PoE SingleWire systems require a single network cable to be run from each HDTV
location, back to a central location. ‘SingleWire‘ systems use HDBaseT technology to transmit over 1 x
Cat5e/6/7 cable up to a 100 metre distance.
What is the best type of cable to use?
Currently you can use Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6e, Cat6a, Cat7 or Cat7a with HDanywhere products.
The baseline cable standard for HDanywhere systems is Cat5e. Slightly greater distances can be achieved by
using Cat6, or slightly better still with the Cat7, which have thicker copper cores for easier signal transfer.
Whichever network cable type you choose, ensure that the main wiring architecture is 'solid core', not stranded
‘patch’ cabling. Patch cabling can be used for the last few metres of a run (say from a wallplate) but should be
avoided over the longer runs as signal transfer over stranded cores is heavily reduced.
The use of pre-made leads is not recommended unless you can be absolutely sure of their construction
credentials (i.e. solid core 568B)
Shielded cables
Unlike other systems, shielded FTP cable is not a stipulation. If however you preferred this type of cable please
ensure compatible shielded accessories are used. Failure to terminate cable screen at all points can induce
interference rather than eliminating it.
Best Practice
Best practice advice is to always use a straight piece of cable terminated directly at the matrix and the TV
receiver ends.
HDBaseT with patch panels & wall plates
If the patch panels are terminated correctly and well, there is minimal loss of distance with HDBaseT.
The use of wallplates and patch panels always has the potential to cause increased resistance on the cable,
introducing 'pinch points' for signal transmission and could reduce advertised transmission lengths.
TIP - instead of using RJ45 wallplates, use brush plates instead to maintain the neat finish. A search for “brush
plates” will yield many results.

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Connection termination
Terminate the cabling using RJ45 connectors to the 568B wiring standard (shown below).
IMPORTANT: Local building regulations may apply to the installation of cabling in properties. Please ensure
that these are checked and followed in accordance with the laws of your territory.
Disable “CEC”
Ensure that any manufacturer HDMI link or CEC protocols such as Samsung Anynet Link, Sony Bravia Link,
Panasonic Viera Link etc are switched to “off” on both the source devices and HDTVs that are to be connected
to the Matrix.
Power Down
Switch off all intended HDMI source devices and HDTVs and unplug them from the mains.

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Central Hub
The central hub is the heart of the HDanywhere system.
Front Panel
●Power on / off switch
●Source IR emitter cable connection ports (to control source 1-2-3-4)
●Forward IR cable connection ports (to send IR to TV receiver 1-2-3-4)
●TV Receiver status indicator lights (TV locations 1-2-3-4)
●Source status indicator lights (Inputs 1-2-3-4)
●Central Hub IR extension cable port
●IR receiving window
●IR or CEC control toggle switch
●Numerical LED displays showing the currently selected source for each TV location
●Switch up / down to next active source buttons
Rear Panel
●HDMI source device input ports (1-2-3-4)
●TV1 - HDMI output ports to main HDTV set
●TV2 - RJ45 HDBaseT connection to connect Multiroom+PoE Receiver Module at 2nd TV location
●LAN – Connect to broadband router (for web interface access and 10/100 connection pass-through)
●SPDIF/Optical
●L/R Stereo Audio
●DC48V Power Input

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TV Receiver
Front Panel
1. HDCP indictor light – shows whether a handshake between that display and source has been
authenticated
2. Link indicator light – confirms the TV receiver is connected to the hub
3. Mode indicator light – if flashing all is correct
4. Power indicator light – Lit when the TV receiver is on
5. IR receiver cable connection port – For use with the IR passback system for control of your sources
6. IR emitter cable connection port – For use with the IR forward system from the central location
Rear Panel
1. HDBaseT Cat5e/6/7 input (back to central hub)
2. HDMI output port (for connection to your TV / display / projector)
3. 2 x High Speed 10/100BT Ethernet Ports

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First time setup
Your HDanywhere™ system is designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away.
Please note that the HDanywhere™ product warranty does not cover damage due to electrical disturbances. If
possible safeguard your equipment by connecting all provided power supplies to an electrical surge suppressor
/ line conditioner.
Before you connect up your system, please ensure that you complete the following:
●Ensure that any manufacturer HDMI link, HDMI control or CEC protocol settings such as Samsung
Anynet Link, Sony Bravia Link, Panasonic Viera Link etc are switched to “off” on both the source
devices and HDTVs that are to be connected to system. This setting is likely to be found in the HDMI
menu settings of the devices you are using.
●After you have changed the CEC setting, switch off all your HDMI source devices and HDTVs and
unplug them from the mains.
●Please ensure that you only connect and disconnect HDMI cables while the central hub and TV
receivers are powered off.
Initial Connections
●With all your products powered off, connect your HDMI source devices to the desired HDMI input ports
on the central hub; 1, 2, 3 or 4.
●For Blu-ray 3D, ‘High Speed’ HDMI cables must be used (usually under 8m in length). Passive (not
Active) HDMI cables over 15m in length are not recommended under any circumstances.
●Connect your most commonly watched source device to HDMI input 1. It is recommended that if a
Satellite HD Receiver is being used that this is connected to HDMI input 1.
●Connect the HDMI output ports to the primary HDTV with a HDMI cable
●Connect the Multiroom+PoE Display Receiver module to the 2nd TV with a HDMI cable.
●Connect any network or LAN connections between the TV receiver and the chosen network devices.
i.e. your TVs Ethernet port for smart TV capability
●Connect the Multiroom+PoE Display Receiver module to the central hub with a Cat5e/6/7 network cable
Notes:
When placing the TV Receivers at your TV locations, please take care not to block the vents on the TV receiver
casing.
Before switching your unit on, if you wish to at this stage, please refer to page 14 of this manual.
Please see page 13 for instructions on how to connect your matrix to your home network to pass through an
internet connection to your TV receiver.

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IR setup
If you need troubleshooting or background advice on IR, please go to www.hdconnectivity.com/support
where you can reference our up to date IR support pages.
Step 1 - Central Hub IR cable set-up
Connect the IR TX emitter cables to the 3.5mm jack ports labelled IR TX 1, 2, 3, 4 on the front panel and
position the IR emitter “bud” on the front of the source, over the IR receiving window on each of the
corresponding connected source devices 1, 2, 3, 4.
(i.e. The IR TX plugged into port 1 is positioned in front of the HDMI source connected to HDMI input 1)
Note: You can apply your IR “Hoods” over your IR emitter buds once you have confirmed IR operation is
correct.
Step 2 - In-room TV Receiver IR set-up
Main TV
Connect an IR RX cable using the 3.5mm jack to the included IR over HDMI Receiver Dongle. Flick the switch
over from ‘CEC' to ‘IR’ on the dongle. Then connect the IR over HDMI Receiver Dongle to the HDTV end of the
HDMI cable. You can then plug the dongle back into the first HDMI port on your TV. Lastly, stick or position the
magic eye somewhere where it will be in sight of the remote control during use
TV2 - HDBaseT Receiver TV
In order to use any of your source device remotes, the HDanywhere system remote or a universal remote at the
TV Receiver locations, ensure that the IR RX cable receiver eye is connected to the 3.5mm jack port (labelled
IR RX) on the TV Receiver and positioned in sight of where you would usually like to point your remote
control(s).
Step 3 – Test basic operation
In order to verify your IR setup, the easiest way is to go to your display device connected to TV1 of the matrix.
Use the matrix remote to select source input 1 and then use the remote control for your chosen source 1 to
verify control. Repeat that for each source you have connected to the matrix and then repeat the whole process
for TV2.
Note: Don’t fit your IR hood devices (described below) until you have verified IR operation
When using 2 identical source devices (such as set-top boxes)
The system has discrete IR, so it is possible to have 2 (or more) identical source devices without annoying IR
clashes that would result in the operation of all identical devices. When using 2 (or more) identical source
devices, please take measures to avoid IR transmission leaks that could cause the other identical source
devices to respond. We include IR Hoods with the Multiroom+ matrix range to help with this and in most cases;
they are all you will need. You can take measures to shield source devices from the IR being emitted by other
source device IR TX emitters by locating them on different shelves for example if you still have any trouble.
IR Ext port
You can connect an IR RX cable to the 3.5mm jack port labelled IR Ext if you wish to retain IR control of the
central hub when the hub is situated in a closed cupboard (with its IR window out of sight of the IR remote).
Position in sight of where you would usually like to point the remote control.

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High Speed Internet Connectivity
This feature of your HDanywhere system comes in response to the popular emergence of on-demand Internet
services (such as BBC iPlayer, online gaming, and social networking) on Smart TVs. Each HDanywhere+ TV
Receiver has 2 x 10/100 Ethernet ports available that allow a wired connection of devices requiring a high
speed connection to the Internet.
To enable the high speed internet connectivity function of the HDanywhere system, simply connect one of the
Ethernet output ports of your broadband router to the LAN input port on the central hub. Once connected the
10/100 Ethernet ports on the TV Receiver will become active with that network connection.
Please refer to the connection diagram on page 15 for a visual reference of how this is connected.

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Powering your system on for the first time
The very first power on/initialisation of the system is crucial to its future operation and performance. The central
hub incorporates a small memory. This memory stores the initial handshake negotiations and authentications
between all the connected sources and HDTVs in order to aid faster switching times between the connected
source devices thereon after.
●Power the HDTVs on at the mains. Bring out of standby mode and select the correct HDMI channel that
the Matrix is connected to.
●Power on the HDMI source devices at the mains and bring them out of standby mode. (NB Sky HD
takes one minute or so)
●Connect the power cable to the Matrix unit and power it on at the mains switch.
●Finally power on the Matrix by using the manual power ‘on’ switch located on the front panel.
LED indicator lights
On initial power on, all 8 lights on the front of the matrix should come on solid blue.
All the numerical LED displays will momentarily read ‘0’ and then change to ‘1’.
If less than 2 HDTVs are connected to the matrix the numerical indicator will display a ‘0’ and there will be no
corresponding blue light on the front of the matrix.
Blue lights will only appear for devices connected. Any spare HDMI input ports remain unlit.
Adding new or changing sources / displays to the system
If at any time a connected source device or HDTV is changed to a different HDMI input port, or is replaced with
a different model - a factory reset and re-initialisation of the system is recommended.
To perform the hard reset: Power down every device connected to the hub – all sources + all HDTVs. Now
power down the central hub itself and leave it off at the mains for at least 10–15 minutes. Finally connect and
power on the central hub again as if doing it for the very first time.
Power Consumption
The HDanywhere system is designed to be powered on constantly, using low power consumption. In some
cases when the system has been powered off fully at the mains for over 15 minutes, the process above may
need to be repeated to sync the HDTVs again with the HDMI source devices.

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Completing your set-up
After completing the process above, all HDTVs should be displaying the selected HDMI source device video
and audio.

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Audio Outputs
The Hybrid matrix has separate digital and analogue audio outputs so the HDMI audio can also be enjoyed via
older sound systems. The audio track routed via the separate audio outputs corresponds with what HDMI input
is selected on TV output 1.
(NB both video and audio remain on both HDMI outputs 1 and 2, the audio is not stripped from the HDMI
signal).
Important: The audio format is dependent on the EDID reported by the HDMI output 1 display device. Most
commonly this will be 2.0 PCM unless your HDTV is capable of receiving multi-channel audio such as 5.1 or
7.1. An audio settings change on the HDTV could be required to enable multi-channel audio acceptance.
2 x Phono RCA: supports 2-channel stereo PCM audio.
Optical Audio: supports multichannel audio formats over toslink/optical cable. For multichannel audio via the
optical output, the display connected to Out 1 must report an EDID accepting a multichannel audio input via
HDMI.

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Operating your Matrix
Manually
You can operate HDMI source switching manually by using the buttons situated on the Matrix unit front panel.
Simply press the button that corresponds to the output that you wish to change HDMI source on and toggle
through until the desired HDMI input source video is being displayed. A numerical LED indicates which HDMI
source input is being shown on each output (HDTV).
Remote Control operation
Included with the system is a small Remote Control (shown). This can operate the system from directly in front
of the main unit, via the IR Ext cable and also via the IR RX cables connected to TV Receivers. (Sometimes
referred to as the 'magic eye' cable) (Additional remotes are available to purchase).

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Troubleshooting
Should you encounter a problem when using your matrix a soft (power cycle) or hard reset of the unit should
resolve most issues.
A separate troubleshooting info sheet may be available for more complex issues. If you do not resolve your
issue after reading this, email [e-mail] with as much information about your set-up and the
symptoms as possible.
To perform the hard reset please see below.
To perform a soft reset:
Simple press the IR remote control ‘Reset’ button.
To perform the hard reset:
Power down every device connected to the Matrix – all sources + all HDTVs. Now power down the Matrix unit
itself. Leave off at the mains for at least 10–15 minutes. Finally connect and power on the Matrix again as if
doing it for the very first time.
ISSUE: No/intermittent picture on HDTV, blocky images or sparkles on TV1 output.
Fault finding:
Drop the output resolution of the source device down to 1080i or 720p. If the picture appears correctly on the
HDTV this indicates a bandwidth issue with the HDMI cable run. The available bandwidth is too low for 1080p
transmission.
This can be caused by:
●Poor quality HDMI cabling or internal cable strand breakages caused by poor production or installation
bending/strain/damage.
●HDMI cable distance is too long even for the eyefix chipset to drive
Possible fixes:
●Upgrade to better quality HDMI cable.
●Reduce HDMI cable length
●Add a HDMI Repeater on the end of the long HDMI cable runs to revive the signal
ISSUE: No/intermittent picture on HDTV, blocky images or sparkles on TV2 output.
Fault finding:
Drop the output resolution of the source device down to 1080i or 720p. If the picture appears correctly on the
HDTV this indicates a bandwidth issue with the Cat cable run. The available bandwidth is too low for 1080p
transmission. Check that the Cat cable is not bent, knotted, kinked or distorted in any way that would prevent
these high frequency signals from traveling throughout the intended length.
Ensure that the RJ45 connectors are fully inserted and click locked into place firmly and securely to ensure
perfect connector connection.
This can be caused by:

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●Electromagnetic interference affecting the Cat5e/6/7 cable due to proximity to power lines.
●Imperfect RJ45 connector termination
●Use of wallplates or patch panels that cause too much bandwidth drop
●Poor quality Cat cabling or internal cable strand breakages caused by poor production
●Installation bending/strain/damage.
Possible fixes:
●Relocate cable run away from possible interference from power line (minimum 60cm)
●Re-terminate RJ45 connectors or replace with better quality connectors
●Remove wallplates and patch panels, replacing with direct cable runs and brush plates.
●Upgrade to better quality Cat5e/6/7 cable.
ISSUE: IR remote control not working via extender
Fault finding:
●Check the batteries in your remote control.
●Check that only IR cables labelled RX are connected to the TV Receivers and TX to the central hub.
●Double-check and reposition the IR TX emitters so they are directly over the IR receiving windows on
the source devices.
●Connect each IR cable one at a time until the last IR cable connected introduces the fault. Once
discovered contact HD Connectivity for replacement IR cable. ([e-mail])

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Specifications
Operating Temperature
Range
-15 to +55°C (5 to 131
°F)
Operating Humidity
Range
5 to 90 % RH (no
condensation)
Input Video Signal 5.0 volts p-p
Input DDC Signal 5 volts p-p (TTL)
Video Format Supported DTV/HDTV;
1080p/1080i/720p/576p/4
80p/576i/480i, VESA
formats
All 3D formats inc 3D
over HDMI 1080p60
4K x 2K
Up to 48-Bit Deep Colour
Audio Format Supported Dolby-HD, DTS-HD, up
to 7.1 Channel
Output Video HDMI 1.4a + HDCP
Processor Bandwidth
Support
2.67 (x3) 8.03 Gbit/s
I/O Cable Distance 15-20m 24AWG (all HD
Connectivity HDMI cable
models supported)
Power Supply DC5V (8x8 model 15V)
Power Consumption 120mwtts (Max.)
Dimensions (mm) 317 × 156 × 28
Mass (Main unit) 1145g
IR Wavelength &
Frequency
Wavelength: 940nm IR
frequency: 38KHZ
These specifications may change or be improved without notice. HD Connectivity may not be held responsible
for discrepancies.

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Product Registration
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receive the most up-to-date firmware updates as soon as they are released.
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