KanexPro 4K HDBaseT MX-HDBASE4X4-4K User manual

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Preface
Read this user manual carefully before using this product. Pictures shown in this manual
is for reference only, different model and specifications are subject to real product.
This manual is only for operation instruction only, not for any maintenance usage. The
functions described in this version are updated till April 2015. Any changes of functions
and parameters since then will be informed separately. Please refer to the dealers for
the latest details.
All product function is valid till 2015-4-13.
Trademarks
Mentioned product model and logo are trademarks. Any other trademarks mentioned in
this manual are acknowledged as the properties of the trademark owner. No part of this
publication may be copied or reproduced without prior written consent.
FCC Statement
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial
installation.
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
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacture would void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To insure the best from the product, please read all instructions carefully before using
the device. Save this manual for further reference.
!Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for
possible future shipment
!Follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury
to persons.
!Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module. It may result in electrical shock
or burn.
!Using supplies or parts not meeting the products’ specifications may cause damage,
deterioration or malfunction.
!Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
!To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or install this
product near water.
!Do not put any heavy items on the extension cable in case of extrusion.
!Do not remove the housing of the device as opening or removing housing may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
!Install the device in a place with fine ventilation to avoid damage caused by
overheat.
!Keep the module away from liquids.
!Spillage into the housing may result in fire, electrical shock, or equipment damage. If
an object or liquid falls or spills on to the housing, unplug the module immediately.
!Do not twist or pull by force ends of the optical cable. It can cause malfunction.
!Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to
the device before cleaning.
!Unplug the power cord when left unused for a long period of time.
!Information on disposal for scrapped devices: do not burn or mix with general
household waste, please treat them as normal electrical wastes.

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Contents
1. Introduction..................................................................................................................1!
1.1 The MX-HDBASE4X4-4K...................................................................................1!
1.2 Features .............................................................................................................1!
1.3 Package List.......................................................................................................2!
2. Product Appearance of the 4x4 Switcher ....................................................................2!
2.1 Front Panel.........................................................................................................2!
2.2 Rear Panel .........................................................................................................3!
3. System Connection .....................................................................................................4!
3.1 System Applications...........................................................................................4!
3.2 Usage Precautions.............................................................................................5!
3.3 Connection Diagram ..........................................................................................5!
3.4 ConnectionMethod .............................................................................................5!
3.5 Connection with HDMI Twisted Pair PoE Receiver............................................6!
4. System Operations ......................................................................................................6!
4.1 Front Panel Button Control.................................................................................6!
4.1.1 Switching I/O connection..........................................................................6!
4.1.2 EDID Management...................................................................................7!
4.1.3 Inquiry ......................................................................................................9!
4.1.4 Clear operation.......................................................................................10!
4.2 IR Control .........................................................................................................10!
4.2.1 Usage of IR Remote...............................................................................10!
4.2.2 IR Operations .........................................................................................11!
4.3 RS232 Control..................................................................................................15!
4.3.1 Connection with RS232 Communication Port........................................15!
4.3.2 Installation/uninstallation of RS232 Control Software ............................15!
4.3.3 Basic Settings ........................................................................................15!
4.3.4 RS232 Communication Commands.......................................................16!
4.3.5 RS232 Control Modes............................................................................23!
4.3.6 Control 3rd-Party Device from Local......................................................23!

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4.3.7 Bi-directional RS232 Control..................................................................24!
4.4 TCP/IP Control .................................................................................................25!
4.4.1 Control Modes........................................................................................25!
4.4.2 GUI for TCP/IP control ...........................................................................27!
4.4.3 GUI Update ............................................................................................30!
4.5 Firmware Update via USB................................................................................30!
5. Specification ..............................................................................................................32!
6. Panel Drawing ...........................................................................................................33!
7. Troubleshooting & Maintenance................................................................................34!
8. After-sales Service ....................................................................................................36!

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1. Introduction
1.1 The MX-HDBASE4X4-4K
The KanexPro MX-HDBASE4X4-4K matrix switcher is a professional 4 HDMI input to 4
HDBaseT output switch with 2 HDMI mirrored outputs designed for routing 4K/UHD
applications. For proficient audio capabilities it includes 4 stereo audio and 4 digital coax
outputs for de-embedding to analog audio and HDMI digital audio respectively. Audio
sources can also be selected via RS232 commands. Selected audio is sent via HDMI
outputs & HDBaseT outputs and the audio output sockets.
The HDMI inputs from the matrix can be controlled via front panel buttons, IR, RS232, or
thru a web-based GUI using IP. The selected source is delivered to HDMI Output 1~2
(for HDMI input 1~2) & HDBaseT outputs 1~4 (easy extension to 70m at 1080p and 35m
at 4Kx2K on a single CAT5e/6 connection with optional PoE based HDBaseT receivers)
simultaneously.
1.2 Features
!Ultra-fast 4x4 switching with instant display
!Distribute four HDBaseT outputs up to 70m at 1080p & 35m at 4Kx2K on a single
CAT5e/6 cable
!Supports power over Ethernet (PoE) to all four receivers(optional)
!Two HDMI mirrored outputs for local monitor support
!Deep color support up to 16 bit
!RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr: 4:2:2, 4K/30Hz
!Illuminated buttons w/ Front panel LCD
!Dedicated audio zones for digital and stereo audio
!Audio De-embedding
!Advanced EDID & HDCP management
!Bi-directional IR & RS-232 control
!Web based GUI to reduce installation time & set-up
!Control via front panel, RS232, IR or IP
!IR remote control included
!Easy firmware upgrade thru Micro-USB port
!Locking HDMI connectors
!19" (1U) rack-mountable steel enclosure

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1.3 Package List
"1 x 4K HDBaseT 4x4 Matrix Switcher
"2 x Mounting ears (6 x Screws)
"1 x RS232 cable
"1 x IR Receiver
"4 x Plastic cushions (4 x Black Screws)
"1 x IR remote
"1 x Power Adapter (DC 24V 2.5A)
"8 x Pluggable Terminal Blocks
"1 x User manual
Notes:
1. Confirm if the product and the accessories are all included, if not, please contact
with your AV dealer.
2. This matrix switcher does not include any receivers, please order the receivers
separately by contacting your AV dealer or KanexPro directly.
2. Product Appearance of the 4x4 Switcher
2.1 Front Panel
No.
Name
Description

Firmware
Micro USB port for updating firmware

Power
Indicator
Illuminate red when power on.

IR
In-built IR sensor, receive IR signals sent from IR remote.

LCD Screen
Display real-time operation status.

INPUTS/Me
nu buttons
"Normal mode: Back-lit buttons, ranging from "1" to "4".
"Inquiry mode (buttons 1~4): Press, “ENTER” for more than
3 seconds to enter this mode. Dial to select
different menus, to select different options.

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
OUTPUTS
buttons/
EDID
Manageme
nt buttons
"Normal mode: Back-lit buttons, ranging from "1" to
"4".Output 1~2 support synchronous local HDMI output.
"EDID Invoking mode: press and hold EDID button for 3
seconds or more to enter this mode, in this mode, button 1,
2are used to switch to the previous/ next EDID data.

Function
buttons
ALL: Select all inputs/ outputs.
EDID management button: Enable input port to manually
capture and learn the EDID data of output devices.
CLEAR: Withdraw an operation like switching output
channel; learning EDID data before it comes into effect.
Meanwhile, the matrix will return to the previous status.
ENTER: Confirm operation. Press and hold it for 3 seconds to
enter in Inquiry mode.
Notes: Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only, different model and
specifications are subject to real product.
2.2 Rear Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
IR ALL IN
Input port for IR control signal, connect with IR receiver, and
deliver IR signal to all the HDBaseT ports to control the remote
devices.
②
HDMI
INPUTS
HDMI input ports, 4 in total, type A female HDMI connector,
connect with HDMI input source devices.
③
IR OUT
Connect with IR transmitter, to emit the IR signal sent from the
RS232
IR E YE TCP/IP
DC 2 4V
RS232
IR EYE TCP/IP
HDMI INPUTS
IR OUT
1 2 34
1 2 3 4
OUTPUTS
HDMI
AUDIO
HDBaseT HDMI
234
L R
AUDIO
L R
AUDIO
L R
AUDIO
L R
Tx Rx Tx Rx Tx Rx
IR IN
1
IR IN IR IN IR IN
IR ALL IN
COAX
HDBaseT HDBaseT HDBaseT DC 24 V
COAX COAX COAX Tx Rx
HDMI
AUDIO
HDBaseT L R
Tx Rx
IR I N
1
COAX
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HDBaseT ports of the far-end Receiver. These IR OUT sockets
make up an IR matrix with the IR IN sockets on the HDBaseT
receivers, and all IR signals can be switched synchronously
with the AV signal, or separately switched.
④
OUTPUTS
a. IR IN: Connect with IR receiver, fixed IR input for the output,
cannot be switched separately. It makes up an IR
bi-directional transmission with the IR OUT on the
corresponding HDBaseT receiver.
b. COAX: HDMI de-embedded digital audio output.
c. RS232: Serial port to communicate with the RS232 port on
corresponding HDBaseT receiver. When controlled by
HDBaseT receiver, the communication protocol must be the
same with 4x4 Matrix Switcher
d. HDMI: HDMI output port, connects with HDMI displays,
deliver same input signals with HDBaseT ports, split HDMI
output for local monitoring.
e. HDBaseT: Works with HDBaseT receivers, such as HDMI
Twisted Pair PoC Receiver. It can extend AV, IR and
RS232 signal to 70m distances. Meanwhile, it can provide
power for the receivers, which support PoC.
f. AUDIO: HDMI de-embedded stereo audio output
⑤
IR EYE
Connect with extended IR receiver; use the IR remote to
control 4x4 Matrix Switcher.
⑥
TCP/IP
TCP/IP port for unit control
⑦
RS232
Serial port for unit control, 9-pin female connector, connects
with control device such as a PC.
⑧
Power
Indicator
Illuminate red when powered on.
⑨
DC 24V
Connect with DC 24V power adaptor.
⑩
GROUND
Connect to grounding; make the unit to be well grounded.
Note: Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only; different model and
specifications are subject to real product.
3. System Connection
3.1 System Applications
As its good performance in control and transmission, the 4x4 Matrix Switcher can be
widely used in computer realm, monitoring, large screen displaying, conference system,
television education and bank securities institutions etc.

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3.2 Usage Precautions
1) System should be installed in a clean environment and has a prop temperature and
humidity.
2) All of the power switches, plugs, sockets and power cords should be insulated and
safe.
3) All devices should be connected before power on.
3.3 Connection Diagram
3.4 Connection Method
1) Connect HDMI sources (e.g. DVD) to HDMI inputs of the Matrix Switcher with HDMI
cables.
2) Connect auxiliary audio sources to the AUDIO IN ports with audio cables.
3) Connect HDBaseT receivers (e.g. HDMI Twisted Pair PoE Receiver) to the
HDBaseT Output ports with twisted pair.
4) Connect HDMI displays (e.g. HDTV) to HDMI outputs of the switcher or the receivers
with HDMI cables
VCR
STB
DVD
Receiver
PC
IR Emitter
Speaker
Projector
Laptop
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5) Connect speakers/earphones to AUDIO output ports
6) Connect the RS232 port of control device (e.g. a PC) to the RS232 port of either the
switcher or far-end receivers. RS232 signal can be transmitted bi-directionally
between the Matrix Switcher and far-end receivers.
7) The switcher can collect IR signal sent by the included IR remote via its built-in IR
sensor or through external IR receiver connected to the IR IN/ IR EYE/ IR ALL IN
port. The IR signal can be transmitted bi-directionally between the switcher and
far-end receivers.
8) Connect a DC 24V power adapter and the switcher.
Note:
1. Connect HDBT ports of the Matrix Switcher and far-end receiver with
straight-through cable.
2. IR receivers connected to IR IN& IR ALL IN should be with carrier. If not, send
command %0900. or %0901.to activate native carrier mode or force carrier mode in
the IR matrix launched between Matrix Switcher and far-end receivers.
3.5 Connection with HDMI Twisted Pair PoE Receiver
The Matrix Switcher offers 4 HDBaseT output ports, which support PoC solution.
Connect the HDBT output ports of switcher to HDBaseT receivers supporting PoC (like
HDMI Twisted Pair PoC Receiver) via twisted pair. Plug a power supply to the power
port of switcher; the HDBaseT receivers will be powered synchronously with PoC
solution.
4. System Operations
4.1 Front Panel Button Control
The matrix switcher provides convenient front panel button control. Below is a brief
introduction to the system operations.
4.1.1 Switching I/O connection
1) To convert one input to an output:
PoC
DC 24V
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Operation: “input”+“output”+“ENTER”
Example: input 1 to output 2
Note: In default status, 4 IR OUT sockets correspond with 4 HDMI INPUTS. When you
convert an HDMI input to an output, the corresponding IR OUT will be switched
synchronously.
2) To convert an input to several outputs:
Operation: “input” + “output” + “output” +…+“ENTER”
Example: Switch input 2 to output 2, 4
3) To convert an input to all outputs:
Operation: “input” + “ALL” +“ENTER”
Example: Convert input 1 to all outputs
Note: Indicators of the pressed buttons will blink green for three times if the conversion
is done, then it will be off. If the conversion failed, they will be off immediately.
4.1.2 EDID Management
The 4x4 Matrix Switcher features EDID management to maintain compatibility between
all devices. It can be controlled via EDID learning and EDID invoking.
EDID Learning (from output):
"One input port learns the EDID data of one output port
Operation: Press “EDID”, “INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.
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"All input ports learn EDID data from one output port
Operation: Press “EDID”, “ALL”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”
Example: All input ports learn EDID data from output 4
Note: Indicators of the pressed buttons will blink green for three times if the conversion
is done, then it will be off. If the conversion failed, they will be off immediately.
EDID invoking:
There are five types of embedded EDID data. The chart below illustrates the detailed
information of the embedded EDID data:
Output Button
EDID Data
1
1080P 2D 2CH
2
1080P 3D 2CH
3
1080P 2D Multichannel
4
1080P 3D Multichannel
5
3840x2160 2D（30Hz）
Press and hold “EDID” for 3 seconds to enter EDID invoking mode, in this mode, use
output buttons 1/2 to switch among the 5 embedded EDID data. Then press “ENTER” to
confirm invoking.
Format: Press and hold “EDID” for 3 seconds, “INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS 1/2”+“ENTER”.
Operations:
"Invoke embedded EDID data for one input
Operation: Press “EDID”(hold for 3 seconds to enter in EDID setting status),
“INPUTS”+“OUTPUTS”+“ENTER”.
Example: Set the EDID data of INPUT 2 to the forth type of embedded EDID data:
Press (hold for 3 seconds) or to switch to the
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Note: If the conversion is successful, indicators of the pressed buttons will blink green
for three times at normal speed; if the conversion failed, they will blink for three times
quickly.
4.1.3 Inquiry
"Check status
Press and hold the button “ENTER” for 3 seconds, it will enter into system inquiry menu.
Use Left and Right direction button to navigate checking the previous/next items.
Function Items
Example
Description
Check the
connection status of
inputs
Y means the corresponding
port is connected with input
device, N means not.
Check the
connection status of
outputs
Y means the corresponding
port is connected with output
device, N means not.
Correspondence
between inputs and
outputs
Shows the correspondence
between the 4 inputs and 4
outputs.
Check if the input is
with HDCP
Y means the input signal is
with HDCP, N means not.
Check if the output
is with HDCP
Y means the output signal is
with HDCP, N means not.
Check the output
resolution
Use the UP and DOWN
direction button to check all
the 4 output resolutions.
"Output check
Press any output button to check its corresponding input.
Example: Check which one is the corresponding input for output 2. (Presume Output 2
corresponds to Input 1.)
Operation: Press Output 2 button, LCD screen display “AV: 1->2 IR: 1->2”, and
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corresponds to input 1.
4.1.4 Clear operation
When you switch output channel, learn EDID data, or set EDID data, press Clear button
to withdraw the operation before you press “ENTER” to carry it on. When you press it,
the matrix will return to the previous status.
4.2 IR Control
By using IR & HDBaseT transmission technology, the 4x4 Matrix Switcher has some
functions as follows:
1) Control far-end output device from local.
2) Control local input/output device remotely.
3) Control the 4x4 Matrix Switcher locally/remotely.
4.2.1 Usage of IR Remote
Standby button, press it to enter/ exit standby
mode
Input channels, range from 1~4 (buttons 5~8
are not available), corresponding IR signal
switched synchronously when switching input
channels.
Menu buttons, ALL, EDID and CLEAR, same
with the corresponding front panel buttons.
Please refer to 4.1 Front Panel Button Control
for details.
: Navigation buttons.
ENTER: Confirm button.
OUTPUTS (buttons 5~8 are not available)
In normal mode: output channel selection
buttons, each channel has 1 IR IN, 1
HDBaseT, 1 RS232, and 1 AUDIO outputs,
and channel1~4have HDMI outputs.
In EDID invoking mode: press button 1/2 to
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Note: With this IR remote, the Switcher can be controlled by the built-in IR, the extended
IR receiver connected to the “IR EYE”/”IR ALL IN” and the IR receiver on the far-end
receiver.
4.2.2 IR Operations
1) IR Matrix Switching
The 4 “IR OUT” ports and the 4 “IR IN” ports on the far-end receivers make up an 4x4IR
matrix. See as below:
IR Matrix
Corresponding IR sends the IR signal remote, then it is transferred to HDBaseT receiver,
then to corresponding zone of the matrix through the twisted pair, finally it is transferred
to IR OUT port and received by controlled device.
Switching Operation: (4 IR IN ports correspond with 4 HDMI input ports separately in
default mode.)
a) Sending command (reference to 4.3 RS232 Control): [x1]R[x2].
x1: Corresponding to the 4 IR OUT ports of the matrix, the IR transmitter connected
to this port can be placed at IR receiving area of output device or the matrix
switcher itself.
x2: Corresponding to the zone (receive IR signal from HDBaseT receiver with IR IN
port connects with IR receiver) number of the Switcher.
Example: Send command “3R2.” to transfer IR signal received from zone 2 to IR
1 32 4
IR E m i tter
PoC
Rec e i v er 1
HDTV
HDTV Rec e i v er 2
HDTV
HDTV
Rec e i v er 3
HDTV
Rec e i v er 4
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2) Force Carrier
a) Only if the IR receiver connected to HDBaseT receiver is with IR carrier, can the
received IR signal be transferred to IR OUT port of the matrix.
b) Only if the IR receiver connected to IRALL IN port of the matrix is with IR carrier, can
the received IR signal be transferred to IR OUT port of the matrix.
If the IR receiver connected with HDBaseT receiver or IR ALL IN port of the matrix is
not with IR carrier, send the command “%0901.” to enter infrared carrier enforcing
mode, and then IR signal can be transferred to IR OUT port.
3) IR control setting
!Control far-end output device from local
Connect an IR receiver with IR carrier to the IR IN port of the Switcher; users can control
far-end output displayer via its IR remote from local.
In that case, the IR signal is transferred via twisted pair. Only the corresponding IR OUT
port can emit control signals to the remote display.
See the figure below:
Control far-end device from Local
Note: The IR receiver connected to IR IN must be with IR carrier
The IR signal received from IR ALL IN port will be transmitted to all the 4 far-end
HDBaseT receivers connected to HDBaseT ports of the Switcher. See below:
PoC
Receiver
DVD
HDTV
IR Remo t e
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Control far-end device through IR ALL IN port
!Control local device from remote
User can control local source devices with their IR remote from remote too. When using,
the IR signal received by the HDBaseT receiver will be transmitted to the corresponding
IR OUT port of the Switcher. See below:
Control local device from remote
PoC
Rec e i v er 1
HDTV
HDTV Rec e i v er 2
HDTV
HDTV
Rec e i v er 3
HDTV
Rec e i v er 4
HDTV
PoC PoC PoC
IR E m i tter
IR Remot e
IR E m i tter IR E m i tter IR E m i tter
PoC
Receiver
DVD
HDTV
IR R e m ote
IR E m i tter