KanexPro MXHD1616A User manual

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MXHD1616A
HDMI 16x16 Matrix Switcher

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Table of Contents
1) Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2) Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3) Unit Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4) External Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
5) Operation of the EDID Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6) Operation of the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
7) Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
8) Communication Protocol & Command Codes. . . . . . . . . .11
9) Troubleshooting & Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
10) Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
ank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instruc-
tions carefully before connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this manual for future
reference.
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Introduction
MXHD1616A
e KanexPro HDMI 16x16 Matrix is an ultra-high performance, digital matrix switcher engineered to
route HDMI signals from 16 inputs to 16 outputs. e unit provides full HDCP internal management
for today’s integration in commercial A/V market, ensuring HDCP key authentication, and administer-
ing the handshake internally.
It maintains resolutions up to 1920 x 1200, 1080p or 2K, supporting full cross point switching as well
as audio-breakaway. Also supports built-in EDID management for recognizing multiple display formats
and sources.
Fully controllable through Ethernet, RS-232 commands, IR remote and front-panel buttons, this
switcher includes 9-global presets for I/O congurations which allows saving and recalling via the front-
panel, IR or through serial control at any time.
e KanexPro HDMI 16x16 matrix switcher is ideal for countless commercial applications such as
military, medical and government environments where swift, reliable switching and distribution of high-
resolution DVI/HDMI signals is critical to meet pixel-by-pixel needs.
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Setup Guide
MXHD1616A

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Features:
• Fast-switch up to 16 x HDMI/DVI sources to 16 x HD displays
• Supports bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps
• Built-in EDID & HDCP internal management
• HDCP 1.3 complaint
• Supports 3D pass-through
• Supports High Speed HDMI Specications (Deep Color, Lip Sync, and HD lossless audio)
• Supports full HD 1080p (1920x1080@60Hz)
• Computer resolutions up to WUXGA (1920x1200@60Hz)
• Supports DDC transmission
• Automatic gain compensation and equalization up to 100ft (30m)
• Audio breakaway switching for corresponding video
• Supports Dolby digital-true HD, DTS-HD
• CEC protocol pass-through
• Front-panel LEDs for input/output signal presence
• Control through, IR, RS-232 and front-panel buttons
• Full RS-232 control-perfect for incorporating third party control systems
• 2U rack mountable aluminum enclosure
• Internal Universal power for worldwide compatibility (100Volt-240Volt AC, 50/60Hz)
• Backed by KanexPro’s 3-year full parts & labor warranty
Note: On Some Models Ethernet/ Aux port is optional

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Specifications
Video Inputs/Output: Input: 16 x HDMI
Output: 16 x HDMI
Input Connector: HDMI 1.3
Input Level: T.M.D.S 2.9/3.3V
Input Empedance: 75 Ohms
Output Connector: HDMI 1.3
Output Level: T.M.D.S 2.9V/3.3V
Output Impedance: 75 Ohms
Video General: Gain: 0dB
Bandwidth: 340Mhz (10.2 Gbps)
Video Signal: HDMI (or DVI-D)
Max Pixel Clock: 165Mhz
Resolution: Up to 1920x1200 or 1080p @ 60Hz
Switching Speed: 200ns (Max.)
Consumer Electoncs Control (CEC): Supports CEC wired
infrared data pass-through using the HDMI 1.3 standard
HDCP: Complaint with High-Bandwidth Digital Content
Protection (HDCP) using DVI and High Speed HDMI 1.3
Standards
EDID & DCC Management: Supported Extended Display
Identication (EDID) & Display Data Channel (DCC) data
using DVI & HDMI Standards
Audio General: Digital Audio: Supports HDMI audio
Control Parts: Serial Control Port: RS-232 9-pin Female D connector
Pin Congurations: 2= TX, 3= RX, 5= GND
IR Remote: Default IR remote
Front Panel Control: Buttons
Environmental: Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
Operating Humidity: 10% to 85 % RH (no condensation)
Storage Temperature: -10°C to +80°C
Storage Humidity: 5% to 90 % RH (no condensation)
Power Supply: 100VAC ~ 240VAC, 50/60Hz / 25W consumption
Warranty: Limited 1-Year Parts & Labor

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Unit Layout
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External Connection
RS-232 Communication Port
• Besides the front control panel, the HDMI matrix switcher can be controlled by far-end control system
or through the Ethernet control via the RS-232 communication port.
• With the RS-232 port, the HDMI matrix switcher can be controlled by several kinds of control
systems.
• is RS-232 communication port is a female 9-pin D connector. e denition of its pins is as the
table below.
No. Pin Function
1 N/u Unused
2 Tx Transmit
3 Rx Receive
4 N/u Unused
5 Gnd Ground
6 N/u Unused
7 N/u Unused
8 N/u Unused
9 N/u Unused

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Connection with Computer
• When the switcher connects to the COM1 or COM2 of the computer with control software, users can
control it by that computer.
• To control the switcher, users may use the public COM software. Please refer the details in Communi
cation Protocol and Command Codes
PIN Function Pin Function
1 T.M.D.S.Data2- 13 T.M.D.S Data3+
2 T.M.D.S.Data2+ 14 +5V Power
3 T.M.D.S. Data 2/4 Shield 15 Ground (for +5V)
4 T.M.D.S. Data 4- 16 Hot Plug Detect
5 T.M.D.S. Data 4+ 17 T.M.D.S Data 0
6 DDC Clock 18 T.M.D.S Data 0+
7 DDC Data 19 T.M.D.S Data 0/5 Shield
8 No Connect 20 T.M.D.S Data 5
9 T.M.D.S.Data1- 21 T.M.D.S Data 5
10 T.M.D.S.Data1+ 22 T.M.D.S Clock Shield
11 T.M.D.S.Data1/3 Shield 23 T.M.D.S Clock +
12 T.M.D.S.Data3¬- 24 T.M.D.S Clock
Audio Signal Connection:
• “AUDIO INPUT”, “AUDIO OUTPUTS” audio network interface in HDMI matrix switchers can
be connected to the audio signal and amplify of the DVD player.
• Audio connection is little complicated than video. It has two kinds of connection: balanced and
unbalanced.
• e balanced connection transmits a pair of balanced signals with two signal cords. Because interfer-
ences will have the same intensity and the opposite phases on the two signal cords, it will be counter-
acted in the end. For the low frequency extent of the audio signal, it would be easily interfered under
long distance transmission. erefore, as an anti-interference connection, it is mostly used in audio
connection of special device.
• e unbalanced connection transmits signals only with a signal cord. Without counteraction, it can
be interfered more easily. Accordingly, it is adopted for household appliance or some cases with low
technical demand.
• Take the audio signal line for example: 1.Unbalanced: pin “G” connect to SLEEVE, pin “+” connect
to TIP, pin “–” connect to pin “G”; 2.Balanced: pin “G” connect to SLEEVE, pin “–” connect to
RING, pin “+” connect to TIP. As shown in the F 5-3:
Unbalanced Input
Tip
Tip
Sleeve
Balanced Input
Tip
Ring
Tip
Ring
Unbalanced Output
Tip
Tip
Sleeve
Sleeves Sleeves
Balanced Output
Tip
Ring
Tip
Ring
Sleeves

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Operation of the EDID management
MXHD matrix series switchers are manufactured with full EDID management built-in the database.
e EDID management can automatically handshake, or through manual exchange and factory restore.
EDID Automatic Handshake:
• e MXDV matrix switcher has built-in EDID data, which can communicate with the displays
and video source automatically. When the displays or video sources are connected to the
MXDV matrix switcher, they will share the EDID/DDC information with the matrix switcher.
• e MXHD1616A EDID database includes most popular displaying data, but not all the dis
play data because of the capability and rmware limitation. So, we can manually refresh the
EDID data to update the EDID database.
EDID Handshake Priority:
• e EDID refresh ports have the priority grade, ranging from output 1 to output 8 in priority
order. It means the output 1 is the most prior to exchange the EDID data, and then the output
2 is the second prior to exchange the EDID data. And, the output 8 is the least prior.
• When the user carries the EDID erase/refresh function, it will detect the output priority and
exchange the EDID data with the available most prior output port.
• F5-3 5 bit 3.8mm Balanced/unbalanced connection on captive screw connector. To select
which connection is up to the interface of the device. When available, the balanced connection is the
rst choice. Before connection, please read the command or relevant demand in the user manual care-
fully. In some cases, maybe there is balanced in source signal end but unbalanced in the destination
end. If in a nonstandard case, it is done to connect balanced for the balanced end and unbalanced
for unbalanced end. But if in a standard one, the converter must be used to switch the signals as the
same, balanced or unbalanced.

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Operation of the Control Panel
EDID Management by RS232 Commands
• When you need to refresh the EDID data of the MXHD1616A matrix switcher, we can manually
exchange the EDID data by sending the RS232 command “EDIDMOn.” (Please notice the text-
transform, and the dot in behind.)
• When the “EDIDMOn.” is sent, the MXHD1616A matrix switcher will copy the EDID data from
the most prior output port. It means the MXHD1616A will erase the old EDID data, and fully copy
the EDID data from the displayer, which is connected to the most prior output port.
• When we send the “EDIDMInit.” to the MXHD1616A matrix switcher, it will recover the factory
default EDID data.
• When the “EDIDMOn.” or “EDIDMInit.” is correctly sent, all the connected displayers will be
blank for 2~3 seconds and recover again. And, the MXHD1616A matrix switcher will send out a
RS232 feedback command “EDIDMOn.” or “EDIDMInit.”
• If all these symbols works, it means the action is taken
EDID Management by Buttons
• When you need to recover the ex-factory default EDID data set, we can send the RS232 command or
press the buttons of the front panel/IR remote to make it work.
• Keep pressing the button “<-” for 30 seconds, all the LED of “<-” will be on for 10 seconds. It enters
the EDID setting status.
• And, pressing “Input 2” button and “Undo” button. All the outputs will be blank for 3 seconds, to
carry the “EDIDMOn.” command, to refresh the EDID.
EDID Restore to factory defaults
• Keep pressing the button “<-” for 30 seconds, all the LED of “<-” will be on for 10 seconds. It enters
the EDID setting status.
• And, pressing “Input 1” button and “Undo” button. All the outputs will be blank for 3 seconds, to
carry the “EDIDIn it.” command, to restore the EDID to factory default.
Front Panel Description
“AV”
• AV synchronal button: To transfer video and audio signal synchronously by the switcher
• Example: To transfer both the video and the audio signals from input channel No.3 to output chan-
nel No.4.
• Operation: Press buttons in this order “AV”,“3”, “4””.
“VIDEO”
• Video button: To transfer only video signals from input channel to output channel
• Example: To transfer video signals from input channel No.3 to output channel No.4.
• Operation: Press buttons in this order “VIDEO”, “3”, “4”.
“AUDIO”
• Audio button: To transfer only audio signals from input channel to output channel
• Example: To transfer audio signals from input channel No.2 to output channel No.3.
• Operation: Press buttons in this order ““AUDIO”, “2”, “3””.
“1,2,3,4”
• I/O Keypads: Keys to select I/O channels.
• Example: To transfer input channel No.3 to output channel No.1
• Operation: Press buttons in this order: “3” in INPUT area, “1” in OUTPUT area.

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“All ”
• e button to transfer one input channel to all output channels
• Example: To transfer input1 to all outputs.
• Operation: Press buttons in this order: “1”, “All”.
“ough”
• e button to transfer input to the corresponding output.
• Example: To transfer input 2 to output 2
• Operation: Press the button in this order: “2”, “ough”
“ <---”
• Backspace button: To backspace the latest input button
• Example: To cancel input 3
• Operation: Press button in this order: “3”, “<--- ”
“UNDO”
• Undo button: To resume to the status before the command just performed
• Example: To cancel you latest switching status: input 3 through output 5
• Operation: Press the button in this order: “3” input area, “5” output area, “UNDO”
Command Format of the Switching Operation
• With the front control panel, the switcher could be control directly and rapidly by pressing the but-
tons under below format.
• “Menu” +“Input Channel” +“Output Channel 1”
• “Menu”: “AV”, “Audio”, “Video”
• “Input Channel”: Fill with the number of input channel to be controlled
• “Output Channel”: Fill with the number of output channels to be controlled
1. Press the button for switching mode “AV” for the switching mode of the
video and audio (“audio” for the switching mode of audio only; “Video” for the
switching mode of video only)
2. Press the button for input channel number “1”
3. Press the button for the rst output channel number “3”
4. Press the button for the second output cahnnel number “4”
en, switching OK! Audio/video switching from “1” to “3” and “4”
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AV AudioVideo
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1 3 42
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3 42
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3 42

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Using the Remote Control
• With the infrared remote controller, the matrix switcher can be controlled remotely. e function
buttons on the remote controller are the same with the ones on the front control panel; the remote
controller shares the same control operation and command format with the control panel.
The Inputs
Channels, from
0-9, and “10+”
for more
Menu, for
switching
source and
function
The outputs
channels, from
0-9, and “10+”
for more

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Communication Protocol &
Command Codes
Command
Types
System Command
Operation Command
/*Type; Inquire the models information.
/%Lock;L ock the keyboard of the control panel on the Matrix.
/%Unlock;U nlock the keyboard of the control panel on the Matrix.
/^Version;
/: Message On;T urn on the feedback command from the com port.
EDIDMOn. Manually adjust the EDID with the most priority output port.
EDIDMInit. Recover the factory default EDID data
Undo.T o cancel the previous operation.
Demo. Switch to the “demo” mode, 1->1, 2->2, 3->3 … and so on.
[x1]All. Transfer signals from the input channel [x1] to all output channels
All#. Transfer all input signals to the corresponding output channels respectively.
All$.
[x1]#. Transfer signals from the input channel [x1] to the output channel [x1].
[x1]$.
[x1] V[x2]. Transfer the video signals from the input channel [x1] to the output
channel [x2].
[x1] V[x2],[x3],[x4]. Transfer the video signals from the input channel [x1] to the output channels
[x2], [x3] and [x4].
[x1] A[x2]. Transfer the audio signals from the input channel [x1] to the output channel
[x2].
[x1] A[x2],[x3],[x4] Transfer the audio signals from the input channel [x1] to the output
channels [x2], [x3] and [x4].
[x1] B[x2]. Transfer both the video and the audio signals from the input channel
[x1] to the output channel [x2].
Command Codes
Functions
[x1] B[x2],[x3],[x4] Transfer both the video and the audio signals from the input channel [x1]
to the output channels [x2], [x3] and [x4].
Status [x1]. Inquire the input channel to the output channel [x1].
Status. Inquire the input channel to the output channels one by one.
Save [Y]. Save the present operation to the preset command [Y]. [Y] ranges from
0 to 9.
Recall [Y]. Recall the preset command [Y].
Clear [Y].C lear the preset command [Y].
Communication Protocol:
Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: None Format: ASCII

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Note:
1. [x1], [x2], [x3] and [x4] are the symbols of input or output channels ranged according to the model of
the matrix switcher. If the symbols exceed the eective range, it would be taken as a wrong command.
2. In above commands, “[”and “]” are symbols for easy reading and do not need to be typed in actual
operation.
3. Please remember to end the commands with the ending symbols “.” and “;”.
Detail Examples:
1. Transfer signals from an input channel to all output channels: [x1] All.
Example: To transfer signals from the input channel No.3 to all output channels. Run Command:
“3All.”
2. Transfer all input signals to the corresponding output channels respectively: All#.
Example: If this command is carried out on an MVG1616-A matrix switcher, the status of it will be:
1->1, 2->2, 3->3, 4->4…16->16.
3. Switch o all the output channels: All$.
Example: After running this command, there will be no signals on all the output channels.
4. Check the version of the rmware: /^Version;
To check the version of the rmware.
5. Switch o the detail feedback command from the COM port: /:MessageO;
Switch o the detail feedback information from the COM port. But, it will leave the “switch OK” as the
feedback, when you switch the matrix.
6. Switch on the detail feedback command from the COM port: /:MessageOn;
Switch on the detail feedback information from the COM port. it will show the detail switch informa-
tion when it switch. Example: when switch 1->2 for Audio, it will feedback “A0102”.
7. Transfer signals from an input channel to the corresponding output channel: [x]#.
Example: To transfer signals from the input channel No.5 to the output channel No.5. Run Command:
“5#.”
8. Switch o an output channel: [x]$.
Example: To switch o the output channel No.5. Run Command: “5$.”
9. Switch video signals command: [x1] V[x2].
Example: To transfer the video signals from the input channel No.3 to the output channel No.5.
Run Command: “3V5.”
10. Switch audio signals command: [x1] A[x2].
Example: To Transfer the audio signals from the input channel No.10 to the output channel
Run Command: “10A2.”
11. Switch both video and audio signals synchronously: [x1] B[x2].
Example: To transfer both the video and the audio signals from the input channel No.120 to the output
channel No.12,13,15. Run Command: “120B12,13,15.”
12. Inquire the input channel to the output channel [x]: Status[x].
Example: To inquire the input channel to the output channel No.23. Run Command: “Status23.”
13. Inquire the input channel to the output channels one by one: Status.
Example: To inquire the input channel to the output channels one by one. Run Command: “Status.”
14. Save the present operation to the preset command [Y]: Save[Y].
Example: To save the present operation to the preset command No.7. Run Command: “Save7.”
15. Recall the preset command [Y]: Recall[Y].
Example: To recall the preset command No.5. Run Command: “Recall5.”
16. Clear the preset command [Y]: Clear[Y].
Example: To clear the preset command No.5. Run Command: “Clear5.”

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Troubleshooting & Maintenance
1) When the output image in the destination device connected to the HDMI Matrix (MXHD1616A)
has ghost image, such as the projector output with ghost image, please check the projector’s setting or try
another high quality HDMI cord.
2) When there is a color loss or no video signal output, please make sure the cable connection is proper
and tight. No kinks and the cable quality is good.
3) When the remote controller doesn’t works:
A. Maybe the battery is run out of, please change a new one.
B. Maybe the controller is broken, please ask the dealer to x it.
4) When user cannot control the HDMI Matrix by computer through its COM port, please check the
COM port number in the software and make sure the COM port is in good condition.
5) If there is not “beep” sound when switching the I/O signal, please make sure the beeper is switched-
on. If so, the beeper inside the matrix may be broken. Please send it to the dealer for xing.
6) When switching, the beeper beeps but without any output image:
A. Check with oscilloscope or multi-meter if there is any signal at the input end. If there is no signal
input, it may be the input connection cord broken or the connectors loosen.
B. Check with oscilloscope or multi-meter if there is any signal at the output end. If there is no signal
output, it may be the output connection cord broken or the connectors loosen.
C. Please make sure the destination device is exactly on the controlled output channel
D. If it is still the same after the above checking, it may be something wrong in the switcher. Please send
it to the dealer for xing.
7) If the output image is interfered, please make sure the system is earthed well.
8) If the static becomes stronger when connecting the HDMI connectors, it may be due to the incorrect
earthling of the power supply, Please earth it again correctly, and otherwise it would bring damage to the
switcher or shorten its natural life.
9) If the keys on the front panel cannot control the Matrix, RS232 port or remote controller, the host
may has already been broken. Please send it to the dealer for xing.

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Warranty
A. Limited Warranty
KanexPro™ warrants that (a) its products (the “Product”) will perform greatly in agreement with the accompanying written materials for a
period of 12 months (1 full year) from the date of receipt and (b) that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use and service for a period of 1 year.
B. CUSTOMER REMEDIES
KanexPro’s entire liability and Customer’s exclusive remedy shall be, at KanexPro option, either return of the price paid for the product,
or repair or replacement of the Product that does not meet this Limited Warranty and which is returned to KanexPro with a copy of
customer’s receipt. is Limited Warranty is void if failure of the Product has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication. Any replace-
ment Product will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or 1 year, whichever is longer.
C. NO OTHER WARRANTIES
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EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH REGARD TO THE PRODUCT AND ANY RELATED WRITTEN
MATERIALS. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES CUSTOMER SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. CUSTOMER MAY HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS DEPENDING ON THE JURISDICTION.
D. NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL KANEXPRO BE LIABLE FOR
ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
OR INDIRECT DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF
BUSINESS INFORMATION, OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE
THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF KANEXPRO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
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