Lightware MX2-8X8-HDMI20-AUDIO User manual

MX2-8X8-HDMI20-AUDIO
User’s Manual
Multimedia Matrix Switcher

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MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 2
Important Safety Instructions
Class I Apparatus Construction.
This equipment must be used with a mains power system with a
protective earth connection. The third (earth) pin is a safety feature,
do not bypass or disable it. The equipment should be operated only
from the power source indicated on the product.
To disconnect the equipment safely from power, remove the power
cord from the rear of the equipment, or from the power source. The
MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside of the unit. Removal of the
cover will expose dangerous voltages. To avoid personal injury, do not
remove the cover. Do not operate the unit without the cover installed.
The appliance must be safely connected to multimedia systems.
Follow instructions described in this manual.
Replacing the AC fuse
Unplug the AC power cord from the device. Locate the AC fuse on the
rear panel. Replace only the AC fuse as indicated on the rear panel.
Connect the power cord to the switcher and to the AC power source.
Make sure the switcher is working properly.
Ventilation
For the correct ventilation and to avoid overheating ensure enough
free space around the appliance. Do not cover the appliance, let the
ventilation holes free and never block or bypass the ventilators (if any).
WARNING
To prevent injury, the apparatus is recommended to securely attach to
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The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that
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be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION AVIS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR 
Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment
WEEE
This marking shown on the product or its literature,
indicates that it should not be disposed with other
household wastes at the end of its working life. To
prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please
separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it
responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources. Household users should contact either the
retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government
            
environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their
supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for
disposal.
Common Safety Symbols
Symbol Description
Alternating current
Protective conductor terminal
Caution, possibility of eletric shock
Caution
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Symbol Legend
The following symbols and markings are used in the document:
WARNING! Safety-related information which is highly recom-
mended to read and keep in every case!
ATTENTION! Useful information to perform a successful procedure;
it is recommended to read.
INFO: A notice which may contain additional information. Procedure
can be successful without reading it.
DEFINITION: The short description of a feature or a function.
TIPS AND TRICKS: Ideas which you may have not known yet but can
be useful.
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Document Information
This User’s Manual applies to the following versions of the mentioned
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Item Version
Lightware Device Controller (LDC) software 1.17.1b3
Lightware Device Updater (LDU) software 1.5.0b8
Controller rmware 1.1.5
Hardware 1.1
Document revision: 2.0
Release date: 01-09-2017
Editor: Judit Barsony
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MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 4
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................6
...................................................................................6
 ...............................................................................6
 .................................................................6
 ...................................................................7
2. INSTALLATION.....................................................................................8
 ........................................................................8
.........................................................................9
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ......................................................................10
 .......................................10
 ..........................................11
.............................................................11
4. OPERATION OF MX2-8X8-HDMI20-AUDIO ......................................12
 ...............................................................................12
 ............................................................12
.................................................................... 12
 ..................................................................... 12
..................................................................................... 13
.................................................................................... 14
 .................................................................... 14
............................................15
 ................................................................... 15
............................................................................ 15
 ......................................................................... 16
 ...................................................................................... 17
.................................................................................... 17
.................................................................................. 17
5. SOFTWARE CONTROL – USING THE BUILT-IN WEB ....................18
.....................................................18
..................................................18
6. USING LIGHTWARE DEVICE CONTROLLER ..................................19
 ..................................................................19
 ...........................................................20
........................................................................21
......................................................................................... 21
.......................................................................................... 22
 .........................................................................23
 ....................................................... 24
..................................................... 25
.......................................................................................27
...................................................................................28
.............................................................. 28
.............................................................................. 28
 ................................................................. 29
 ............................................................................... 29
............................................................................. 30
............................................................................30
 ....................................................................................... 30
.................................................................................... 31
...................................................................................... 31
............................................................................... 31
 ..................................................................................... 31
............................................................................32
7. LW2 PROGRAMMERS' REFERENCE ...............................................33
.........................................................33
..........................................................33
.......................................................................... 33
....................................................................... 33
 .......................................................... 34
................................................ 34
.................................................... 34
........................................................... 34
...................................................................... 34
 ...................................................................... 34
 ................................................... 34
..............................................................35
 ......................................................... 35
..................................................................... 35
 ........................................ 35
 .................................................. 35
............................................................. 36
 ................................................................... 36
............................................................... 36
.................................................................... 36
 ............................................................. 36
.......................................................37
8. LW3 PROGRAMMERS’ REFERENCE...............................................38
.....................................................................................38
...................................................... 38
.......................................................................................... 40
............................................................................... 40
 .............................................................................. 40
....................................................................40
 ...........................................................................41
................................................................................. 41
................................................................................. 42
 ....................................................................................... 42
 ............................................................................................ 43
......................................................................................... 43
.................................................................................... 43
 ..................... 44
.....................................................................44
......................................................................45
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MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 5
................................................................ 45
....................................................................... 45
 ................................................................ 45
 ....................................................................... 45
 ............................................ 45
 ................................................................ 45
 ................................................................. 45
..........................................46
 ................................................. 46
 .................................................... 46
.................................................. 46
.......................................................................... 46
 .........................................................47
.................................................... 47
.......................................................................... 47
 ..................................................................... 47
 .......................................................................... 47
....................................................................... 47
 .................................................................................. 47
.........................................................................48
....................................................................... 48
 ........................................ 48
.................................................................................. 48
 ............................................................................ 48
 .........................................................48
........................................................................ 48
 ................................................ 48
 ....................................................49
.......................................... 49
............................................................ 49
............................................................................. 49
 ........................................................................ 50
 ............................................................................. 50
.......................................................................... 50
 ......................................................................... 50
.................................................................................... 50
......................................................... 51
....................................................51
...................................................................... 51
 ........................................... 51
 ..............................................................52
............................................................................ 52
......................................................................... 52
 ....................................................................52
 ...................................................... 52
............................................................ 52
 ................................................................ 52
.....................................................................53
........................................................... 53
 ................................................................. 53
................................................... 53
 ............................................54
9. FIRMWARE UPGRADE ......................................................................56
.....................................56
....................................................................56
 ..................................................................56
................................................................57
 ............................................................... 57
 .................................... 57
10. TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................61
11. TECHNOLOGIES ..............................................................................63
.....................................................................63
............................................................... 63
...................................................... 63
...................................................................64
 ........................................... 64
................................................. 64
..................................................................................... 64
 .....................................................65
12. APPENDIX ........................................................................................66
 ..........................................................................66
 ..............................................................67
.....................................................................68
........................................................69
 .........................................................70
................................................................71
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1. Introduction MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 6
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Introduction
ThankYoufor choosingLightware MatrixRouters.The MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
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uncompromised 4K UHD resolution at 60Hz 4:4:4. Thanks to its compact size
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would like to introduce the device highlighting the most important features in
the below listed sections:
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Safety and
Warranty
Info
Quick
Start
Guide
Phoenix combicon
3-pole connector
Phoenix combicon
5-pole connector (16x)
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Maximum A/V Compatibility
The matrix is compatible with the latest HDMI 2.0
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4K Video without Compression
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HDCP capability on the HDMI inputs can be disabled
when non-protected content is extended.
Audio Embedding and De-embedding
Each input port has audio connectors for embedding
analog audio to the HDMI stream. Likewise, the audio
connectors next to the output ports can provide de
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Advanced EDID Management
TheusercanemulateanyEDIDontheinputsindependently,
read out and store any attached monitor's EDID in 100
internal memory locations, upload and download EDID
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Each output has a clean, jitter free signal, eliminating
signal instability and distortion caused by long cables
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Description
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matrix switcher that supports uncompromised 4K UHD resolution
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and for futureproof operation centers. It is also a perfect choice for
home theater enthusiasts who demand the highest quality along with
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Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio. Each input port has audio
connectors for embedding analog audio into the HDMI stream.
Likewise, the audio connectors next to the output ports can provide
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* Please note that only stereo LPCM can be de-embedded from the
HDMI signal.
Model Denomination
Box Contents
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-AUDIO
8 input and
8 output ports
New generation of
Lightware matrix switchers
HDMI 2.0
compatible
Digital audio embedding
and de-embedding function
Matrix switcher IEC power cable LAN cross-link cable,
CAT5e type, 3m length
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1. Introduction MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 7
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The exact video and audio signal format can be determined
such as timing, frequencies, scan mode, HDCP encryption,
color range, color space and audio sample rate.
Graphic Display and Rotary Jog Dial Control Knob
Easy setting and menu navigation are assured by the color
graphic display and the comfortable jog dial control.
HDMI 2.0 to 2x HDMI 1.4 Splitting
The device supports vertical splitting of an HDMI2.0
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for the transmission of an 18 Gbps HDMI 2.0 signal over
two HDMI1.4 compliant links. The two halves can then be
recombined at the signal destination.
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MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio includes a groundbreaking
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that the most warm areas receive ample amount of
cooling air volume.
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Every source and destination have their own button on the
front panel. Single switches can be executed or crosspoint
presets can be saved and reloaded. The most important
settings can be congured through the front panel LCD
menu.
Ethernet Control
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with a simple ASCII-based protocol for controlling,
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upgrade.
Non-Volatile Memory
The matrix router starts with its latest conguration settings
when powered on or after a power failure. Every setting is
stored in a non-volatile memory.
Typical Applications
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4K@60 4:4:4 Signal Routing
HDMI 2.0 to 2x HDMI 1.4 Splitting
Sn:
e in EU, Hungary
TX RX
RS-232
LAN
Sn
SERVICE
Mad
INPUTS
HDMI2.0 HDMI2.0 HDMI2.0 HDMI2.0 HDMI2.0 HDMI2.0 HDMI2.0 HDMI2.0
OUTPUTS
AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO
2345678
1
2345678
1
Audio amplifier
Control active speakers
Video Source
4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4
4K Control monitor
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
MX2-8x8-
HDMI20-Audio
Analog audio
Balanced
analog audio
4K projector
4K monitor
4K×2K@60Hz4:4:4
4K×2K@60Hz4:4:4
Sn:
e in EU, Hungary
TX RX
RS-232
LAN
Sn
SERVICE
Mad
INPUTS
HDMI2.0 H DMI 2.0 HDMI 2.0 HDMI2.0 H DMI 2.0 HDMI 2.0 HDMI2.0 H DMI 2.0
OUTPUTS
AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AU DIO AUDIO
2345678
1
2345678
1
Sn:
Madein EU, Hungary
RoHS
Ethernet10/100
BidirectionalIR
BidirectionalRS-232
HDMI,3D, 4K supported
HHDDMMII--TTPPSS--RRXX9977
Sn:
TTPPSS LLoonngg DDiissttaanncceeRReecceeiivveerr
PIN:2mm
12V1A DC
Forbest performance use AWG23 CAT6or CAT7 SFTP cable
Devicecan be remote powered over TPS link with PoE
(IEEE802.3af)
TPSIN PoE
( )
Sn:
Madein EU, Hungary
RoHS
Ethernet10/100
BidirectionalIR
BidirectionalRS-232
HDMI,3D, 4K supported
HHDDMMII--TTPPSS--RRXX9977
Sn:
TTPPSS LLoonngg DDiissttaanncceeRReecceeiivveerr
PIN:2mm
12V1A DC
Forbest performance use AWG23 CAT6or CAT7 SFTP cable
Devicecan be remote powered over TPS link with PoE
(IEEE802.3af)
TPSIN PoE
( )
Sn:
Madein EU, Hungary
RoHS
Ethernet10/100
BidirectionalIR
BidirectionalRS-232
TTPPSS LLoonngg DDiissttaanncceeTTrraannssmmiitttteerr
HDMI,3D, 4K supported
Forbest performance use AWG23 CAT6or CAT7 SFTP cable
PIN:2mm
12V1A DC
HDMI--TPS--TX97
Devicecan be remote powered over TPS link with PoE
(IEEE802.3af)
TPSOUT PoE
( )
Sn:
Madein EU, Hungary
RoHS
Ethernet10/100
BidirectionalIR
BidirectionalRS-232
TTPPSS LLoonngg DDiissttaanncceeTTrraannssmmiitttteerr
HDMI,3D, 4K supported
Forbest performance use AWG23 CAT6or CAT7 SFTP cable
PIN:2mm
12V1A DC
HDMI--TPS--TX97
Devicecan be remote powered over TPS link with PoE
(IEEE802.3af)
TPSOUT PoE
( )
Audio amplifier
HDMI-TPS-RX97
Control active speakers
Projector
Video Source
4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4
with embedded
stereo LP CM
4K Control monitor
4K×2K@60Hz
4:2:0
4K×2K@60Hz4:4:4
TPS
(up to 170 m)
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI-TPS-
TX97
MX2-8x8-
HDMI20-Audio 4K×2K@60Hz
4:2:0
HDMI-
TPS-RX97
Analog audio
Balanced
analog audio
HDMI-TPS-
TX97 TPS
(up to 170 m)
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2. Installation MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 8
INFO: The method is the same when the matrix would be mounted
to a wall.
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Two rack ears are supplied with the
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right side as shown in the picture.
The default position allows mounting
the device as a standard rack unit
installation.
ATTENTION! 
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Keep minimum two thread left after the nut screw.
Mounting the device to the rack rail
min. 2
thread left
rack rail
rack shelf mounting ear
rack screw
flat washer
cage nut
2
Installation
The chapter is about the installation of the device and connecting to other
appliances, presenting also the mounting options and further assembly steps.
Mounting Options
The matrix can be mounted in several ways by the supplied two rack
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 
ears to the housing. A longer screw may touch internal parts.

ATTENTION! Two rack ears are assembled on the matrix as default,
thus, you will need two more rack ears for this kind of installation,
which can be purchased separately.
The matrix can be easily mounted under the desk by rack ears. This
mounting option means the top of the matrix is parallel with the base
surface. Please do the following steps:
Step 1. 
matrix (both sides).
Step 2. Rotate the rack ears by 90° to the desired direction.
Step 3.        
matrix.
Step 4. Fix the two additional rear ears (not supplied with the product)
by the screws on both sides of the matrix.
Step 5. Fix the matrix through the holes of the rack ears to the desired
surface (screws are not supplied).
Ý
Ý
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2. Installation MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 9
Connecting Steps
Connect the desired sources to the HDMI input ports.
Optionally connect an audio source to the Audio input port which is located
next to the connected HDMI input port.
Connect the sink devices to the HDMI output ports.
Optionally connect an audio device (e.g. audio amplier) to the Phoenix Audio
output port which is located next to the connected HDMI output port.
In order to control the matrix via Ethernet, connect the device to a LAN switch/
router, and connect a controller (e.g. a Touch panel).
Connect the power cord to the AC power socket and to the matrix.
4K PC
Media player
4K projector
Audio amplifier Touch control
Ethernet
Power outlet
PowerHDMI HDMI
HDMI LANAudio
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 USB
CTRL
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
LIVE
POWER
IR
RESET
MAIN MENU
System Settings
Input Ports
Output Ports
EDID
Health
Presets
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
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3. Product Overview MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 10
3
Product Overview
The following sections are about the physical structure of the device, input/
output ports and connectors:
Ý
Ý
Ý
Ý

267
w
8
3 5
4
1q9
1Output Lock Locking one or more outputs.
2Control Lock Disable or enable front panel operations. Red light means the switching and function buttons are disabled.
3Sources Buttons to select an input, to select a preset number or to view the state of the selected input port.
4Destinations Buttons to select an output or to view the state of an output.
5Function Buttons Switching between working modes (Take / Autotake) and performing Preset operations.
6Status LEDs Blinking LIVE LED indicates normal operation; POWER LED is dark in the case of an internal voltage problem.
7IR Detector Reserved for future developments.
8Reset Button Reboots the matrix (the same as disconnecting from the power source and reconnecting again).
9Color Display LCD screen showing the most important settings and parameters in the front panel menu.
qJog Dial Control Knob Easy setting and menu navigation by the jog dial control. Keep dial and click while getting feedback on the LCD.
wUSB Control USB connector for local control functions (e.g. Lightware Device Controller software).
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3. Product Overview MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 11
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio - Rear View
Electrical Connections

The matrix switchers are assembled with standard 19-pole HDMI
connectors for inputs and outputs. The outputs are able to supply 500

power to certain devices (e.g. DA2-HDMI-4K-Plus-A).
Symmetrical Analog Stereo Audio

          
or output. Unbalanced audio signals can be connected as well. For
asymmetrical output, connect only + and ground. For asymmetrical
input connect + and ground to the source and connect – to the ground.
1AC Connector Standard IEC connector accepting 100-240 V, 50 or 60 Hz.
2Service Button Hidden button for special operations.
3RS-232 Port 3-pole Phoenix connector for RS-232 serial port.
4LAN Port RJ45 connector to control the matrix via LAN/Ethernet.
5Input Ports HDMI input ports for sources.
Audio input ports (5-pole Phoenix) for balanced analog
audio input signal.
6Output Ports HDMI output ports for connecting sink devices.
Audio output ports (5-pole Phoenix) with balanced analog audio output signal.
The signal is de-embedded from the given HDMI port.

The 3-pole Phoenix connector is used for the local RS-232
serial connection.
Compatible Plug Type
Phoenix®

       
LAN connection. The Ethernet port can be connected to a
LAN hub, switch or router by a CATx cable. However, both
cable types (straight or cross) are supported and handled
by the device, below pin assignment is recommended.
LED 1,
Amber LED 2, Green
 10 Mbps No link
Blinking  Activity
ON 100 Mbps Link is active
 TIA/EIA T568 A Color and name TIA/EIA T568 B Color and name
1 
2green solid orange solid
3 
4blue solid blue solid
5 
6orange solid green solid
7 
8brown solid brown solid
 Signal
1 Ground
2 Tx data
3Rx data
1 2 3
1
34
5
6
2
Compatible Plug Type

See more information about the most common audio cable wiring
modes in section.
 Signal
1 Left +
2 Left -
3 Ground
4 Right -
5 Right +
1 2 3 4 5
8 1
LED 1 LED 2
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3. Product Overview MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 12

Audio Options
The outgoing HDMI signal can carry:
▪The original audio of the HDMI input signal, or the Analog Audio signal coming from the 5-pole Phoenix
input port.
▪The 5-pole Phoenix audio connectors next to the HDMI output ports can provide de-embedded audio

HDMI Crosspoint 8x8
8x
HDMI in
Analog
Audio in
Embedder De-embedder 8x
HDMI out
Analog
Audio out
Video
Converter
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4. Operation of MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 13

Connect the power cord to the AC input connector; the matrix is
immediately powered on. After the self-test (about 30 seconds), the

INFO: The router has an internal emergency memory that stores all

from presets and invisible for the user. This built-in feature helps
the system to be ready immediately in case of power failure or
accidental power down.

Take / Autotake Mode
The router has two different switching modes: Take and Autotake. If
the Take button is unlit, Take      Take button
continuously illuminates green, Autotake mode is selected. Press and
hold the Take button for two seconds to change between Take and
Autotake modes.
View Crosspoint State
The current switching status can be checked on the front panel by
using the front panel buttons. The crosspoint state is displayed slightly
different in Take or Autotake modes because of the different switching
methods.
INFO: 
in different modes, viewing and switching can be done after each
other, without pressing any special buttons.
View Current State in Take Mode
If the router is in Take mode, the user can verify both input and output
connections. In Take mode no accidental change can be done unless
Take button is pressed.
Press and release a source button. Now the selected source button and
all destination buttons which are currently connected to the selected
source will light up. This informative display will remain active for
three seconds, then all buttons turn to dark.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
4
Operation of MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
This chapter is about the powering and operating of the device describing the
functions which are available by the front/rear controls:
Sample drawing shows that Input 1 is currently connected to the
Output 2, 3, and 5 ports.
If every source, destination, and Take buttons are unlit (the unit is in
Take mode, and no input was selected in the last 3 seconds), press
and release a destination button to see its current state. Now the source
button, which is connected to the selected destination, will light up.
Sample drawing shows that Output 3 is connected to the Input 1.
View Current State in Autotake Mode
In Autotake mode only states of destinations can be viewed.
Press and release the required destination button. Now the source
button, which is connected to the selected destination, will light up.
Switching Operations
Switching in Take Mode
Take mode allows the user to connect or disconnect multiple outputs
to an input at once. This mode is useful when the time delay is not

when the Take button is pressed.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
USB
CTRL
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
LIVE
POWER
IR
RESET
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
MAIN MENU
System Settings
Input Ports
Output Ports
EDID
Health
Presets
Ý
Ý
Ý
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4. Operation of MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 14
Output Lock in Take Mode
Step 1. Press and release the Output Lock button; it starts to blink and
all the buttons of any locked destinations light up (view state).
Step 2. Press and release a destination button; it starts to blink (more
destinations can be selected sequentially).
Step 3. Press and release Take button. The selected destinations are
now locked.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
Step 1. First, press and release the desired source button. The pressed
source button and all destination buttons which are currently
connected to the source lights up.
Step 2. Press and release the desired destination buttons which have to

destination buttons will blink. If no button is pressed for three
seconds, the buttons will turn to dark.
Step 3. Press and release Take button; the selected input is switched to
the selected output(s).
Switching in Autotake Mode
Autotake mode is useful when immediate actions must be done or
fast switching is needed between sources on a particular destination.
In this mode switching occurs immediately upon pressing one of the
input selector buttons.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
USB
CTRL
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
LIVE
POWER
IR
RESET
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
MAIN MENU
System Settings
Input Ports
Output Ports
EDID
Health
Presets
Step 1. Press and release the desired destination button. The pressed
destination button and the actually connected source button
light up green. If no source is connected (the output is muted)
no source button will light up.
Step 2. Press and release the desired source button. The switch action
will be executed immediately. Switching between sources to
the selected destination can be done directly.
Output Lock
ATTENTION! However, the front panel buttons allow to lock only the
output ports, the input ports can also be locked by using Lightware
Device Controller software (see    
Lock an Input Port
section).
Using Lightware routers it is possible to lock a destination. This feature
prevents an accidental switching to the locked destination in case of an
important signal. Locking a destination means that no input selection
or muting action can be executed on that particular destination.
Destinations can be independently locked or unlocked. Locking a
destination does not affect other destinations.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
USB
CTRL
SOURCES
DESTINA
TIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
LIVE
POWER
IR
RESET
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
MAIN MENU
System Settings
Input Ports
Output Ports
EDID
Health
Presets



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Step 3. Press and release the Take button. Now the selected preset is
loaded.

Step 1. Press and release the Save Preset button.
Step 2. Press and release the desired source (memory address) button

selected memory.
ATTENTION! Preset save action always stores the current


Step 1. Press and release Load Preset button.
Step 2. Press and release the desired source (memory address) button
(source 1 to 8). Now the selected preset is loaded.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
Output Lock in Autotake Mode
Step 1. Press and release the required destination button. Now the

button light up (view mode).
Step 2. Press and release the Output Lock button; it lights up in red, and
lock function is activated at once. No source can be changed
at the locked destination.
Control Lock
Front panel button operation can be enabled or disabled using
Control Lock button, while the remote control is still enabled. If the
button is unlit, front panel button operation is enabled. If the button
is continuously illuminated in red the front panel operations are not
possible. Press and keep the Control Lock button pressed for three
seconds to toggle between the control lock states.

The matrix can store user-programmable presets. Each preset stores
         
presets are stored in a non-volatile memory; the router keeps the
presets even in the case of a power down. Please note, that preset
operations can be followed on the LCD during front panel preset
operations.
ATTENTION! Eight of the memory slots are available by the Source
buttons; see Presets Menu for the details.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
USB
CTRL
SOURCES
DESTINA
TIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
LIVE
POWER
IR
RESET
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
MAIN MENU
System Settings
Input Ports
Output Ports
EDID
Health
Presets
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
USB
CTRL
SOURCES
DESTINA
TIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
LIVE
POWER
IR
RESET
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
MAIN MENU
System Settings
Input Ports
Output Ports
EDID
Health
Presets

Step 1. Press and release Save Preset button.
Step 2. Press and release the desired source (memory address) button
(source 1 to 8).
Step 3. Press and release the Take
is stored in the selected memory.
ATTENTION! Preset save action always stores the current


Step 1. Press and release the Load preset button.
Step 2. Press and release the desired source (memory address) button
(source 1 to 8).
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio
Compact HDMI 2.0 Matrix Switcher
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
TTAAKKEE
AAUUTTOO
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
LLOOAADD
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT





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4. Operation of MX2-8x8-HDMI20-Audio MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 16

The company logo is displayed on the screen during the boot-up. The
main menu is displayed after about 30 seconds later and the device
is ready to use.
Menu Structure
The front panel has a color LCD that shows the most important
settings and parameters structured in a menu. The jog dial control
knob can be used to navigate between the menu items or change the
value of a parameter. The knob can be pressed to enter a menu or

OUTPUT MODE
Auto
HDMI
DVI
○

«Back
Up Down
Menu navigation
& change parameter
Menu selection
& set parameter
Press
MAIN MENU
System Settings
Input Ports
Output Ports
EDID
Health
Presets

System Settings
Network
RS-232
Time and Date
Display Brightness
Buzzer
Device Info
Enter Standby Mode
Restore Factory Defaults
Input Ports
Port 1..8
Video Status
Video Settings
Audio
Output Ports
Port 1..8
Video Status
Video Settings
Audio
EDID
View
Switch
Save
Health
Uptime
Control Panel
Motherboard
IO ports
Presets
Load Preset
Save Preset
Parameter Selection
The blue green
one means the current setting.
TIPS AND TRICKS: The faster you rotate the jog dial, the faster the
parameter list is scrolled.
System Settings Menu
Network Submenu
The parameters of the network
connection can be set in this submenu.
      
Gateway parameters) show the
current settings. If the DHCP option is
disabled, three more parameters are
listed which can be set for a static IP
address:
▪Static IP,
▪Static Subnet,
▪Static Gateway.
ATTENTION! If you change the network settings, always press the
Save option under Network menu (not only in the submenu of the
parameter) to apply the new settings.
RS-232 Submenu
Adjustable parameters of the local RS-232 port:
▪Control
device control),
▪Baud Rate (9600, 19200, 38400,
57600, 115200),
▪Protocol
protocol).
Time and Date
The internal clock and date can be set in this submenu which is used
for logging events.
Display Brightness
The brightness of the LCD can be set from 1 to 10 on a scale.
ATTENTION! The lowest value of the brightness parameter is 1 when
setting via the front panel. The setting is available in Lightware Device
Controller software as well, but in that case, the lowest value is 0,
which means the display is switched off; see Front Panel Tab section.
NETWORK
IP
Subnet
Gateway
DHCP
Link Status
MAC
192.168.0.97
255.255.255.0
192.168.0.1
Enabled
100 Mbps full-duplex
00:14:2d:2b:43:89

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RS-232
Control
Baud Rate
Protocol
Enabled
57600
LW3
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Buzzer

         
disabled in this submenu.
Device Info
The following information is available in the submenu:
▪Frame Serial Number,
▪Hardware Versions of the PCB components,
▪Firmware Versions of the installed boards.
Enter Standby Mode
The device can be switched to standby mode. In this case, the
video transmission is disabled and the LCD is switched off. Remote
connections (LAN, RS-232) remain enabled. Press the jog dial button
on the front panel to wake up the matrix (or see the related settings in
LDC, see section).

The default settings can be reloaded in this submenu, for deails see
Factory Default Settings.


icons display information about the port and the incoming signal (see
below table). Select the desired input port and enter to see the
submenu.
INPUT PORTS
Port 1
Port 2
Port 3
Port 4
Port 5
Port 6
     
     
     
     
     
     
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Video Status Submenu
The most important properties of the incoming signal can be checked
in this submenu:
▪Video Bandwidth
▪DVI/HDMI State
▪Color Space
▪Color Depth
▪HDCP State
Video Settings Submenu
Conversion
The outgoing signal can be routed to the outputs with or without
conversion as follows:
▪Passthrough: no signal conversion.
▪4:4:4 to 4:2:0 : the signal is converted to the indicated color depth.
This feature is supported in the case of HDMI 2.0 signals.
▪Left part and Right part: The device supports vertical splitting of

allowing for the transmission of an 18Gbps HDMI2.0 signal
over two HDMI1.4 compliant links. The two halves can then be
recombined at the signal destination. To apply the feature route
the same input signal to 2 output ports. Set the conversion to
Left part on one output port and Right part on the other output
port. See the Typical Applications.
Output Mode
The output signal format can be set to HDMI, DVI, or Auto.
HDCP
▪Depends on input: the encryption level is determined according to

the incoming signal is not encrypted, then the outgoing signal
will not be encrypted either.
▪Maximum possible: the highest supported level of encryption
(between the matrix and the sink) is applied (up to HDCP v2.2).
See more information about HDCP in HDCP Management section.
▪Audio Present
▪Resolution
▪HDMI scrambling
▪TMDS Clock Rate
Video Status Submenu
The most important properties of the incoming signal can be checked
in this submenu:
▪Video Bandwidth
▪DVI/HDMI State
▪Color Space
▪Color Depth
▪HDCP State
Video Settings Submenu
HDCP
The encryption towards the source can be set as follows:
▪Disable HDCP on input: The connected source will detect that the
sink is not HDCP-compliant and turn off authentication if the
content allows it.
▪Allow HDCP 1.4 only: The connected source will detect that the
sink is compliant with HDCP 1.4 but not compliant with HDCP
2.2.
▪Allow HDCP 1.4 and 2.2: The connected source will detect that the
sink is compliant with HDCP 2.2 (factory default setting).
▪High Value mode: Any version of HDCP is allowed on the input but
the incoming signal is upconverted to HDCP 2.2 content and
thus cannot be switched to HDCP 1.4 sinks.
See more information about HDCP in HDCP Management section.
Icon Icon is grey Icon is white
Signal is not
encrypted with
HDCP
Signal is encrypted
with HDCP
No audio signal in
the video stream
Audio is embedded in
the video stream
Signal is not
present Signal is present
Source is not
connected Source is connected
The port is
unmuted The port is muted
The port is
unlocked The port is locked
▪Audio Present
▪Resolution
▪HDMI scrambling
▪TMDS Clock Rate
Hotplug
The hotplug signal towards the source can be set to Auto, Forced On,
or Forced Off.
Output Mode
The signal format can be set to HDMI, DVI, or Auto.
Audio Submenu
Information about the Analog Audio input and the (HDMI) embedded
audio signal is displayed in this submenu.
▪Audio Present and Audio Type,
▪Audio Source: HDMI, Analog Input, or Disable,
▪Audio Gain: adjustable from -12 dB to +35 dB,
▪Analog Volume: adjustable from 0 to 100%,
▪Analog Balance: adjustable from -100 % to + 100% (0 = center).


The icons display information about the port and the outgoing signal
(see below table). Select the desired output port and enter to see the
submenu.
ANALOG GAIN
5 dB
 
-12 -7 -3 2 7 12 16 21 26 30 35
OUTPUT PORTS
Port 1
Port 2
Port 3
Port 4
Port 5
Port 6
     
     
     
     
     
     
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Icon Icon is grey Icon is white
Signal is not encrypted
with HDCP
Signal is encrypted with
HDCP
No audio signal in the
video stream
Audio is embedded in the
video stream
Signal is not present Signal is present
Sink is not connected Sink is connected
The port is unmuted The port is muted
The port is unlocked The port is locked
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View Submenu
Select the desired EDID memory block: Factory EDIDs, Last Attached
EDIDs, User EDIDs, or Emulated EDIDs. Select the Name item and press
the knob. Use the jog dial to step between the EDIDs. The following
information can be checked:
▪Preferred Resolution
▪Monitor Name
▪Audio Info
Switch Submenu

Destination is also listed. To change an EDID do the followings:
Step 1. Navigate to the EDID/Switch submenu.
Step 2. Select the Name item and press the knob. Use the jog dial to
select the desired EDID (F1-F144, U1-U100, or D1-D8) and press
the knob.
Step 3. Select the Destination item and press the knob. Use the jog dial
to select the desired EDID memory (E1-E8, All) and press the
knob.
Step 4. Navigate to the Switch option and press the knob.
Save Submenu
The EDID of a connected sink can be saved to the User EDID memory
as follows:
Step 1. 
Step 2. Select the Name item and press the knob. Use the jog dial to
select the desired EDID (D1-D8) and press the knob.
Step 3. Select the Destination item and press the knob. Use the jog dial
to select the desired EDID memory (U1-U100) and press the
knob.
Step 4. Navigate to the Save option and press the knob.
Health Menu
The following information is displayed
about the matrix in this menu:
▪Uptime: the elapsed time since
the last booting.
▪Control Panel  
and temperature values about
the front panel board.
▪Motherboard  
CONTROL PANEL
5V
1.8V
Temp°C
5.18
1.82
31.18
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Scrambling
HDMI 2.0 standard introduced the Scrambling to the TMDS encoding
which helps to decrease the energy peaks and hence the Electro
Magnetic Interference (EMI). To maintain backward compatibility,
HDMI 2.0 only requires the use of scrambling with data rates of above
3.4 Gbps per lane. The feature can be set on the output ports to Auto 
Forced OnForced Off.
INFO: The Auto setting (recommended) allows the pseudo-random
conversion at frequencies above the threshold. Forced on and
Forced off settings override this operation.
TMDS Clock Rate
However, the clock rate can be set to 1/10 or 1/40 if necessary, using the
Auto setting is recommended.
Audio Submenu
Information about the Analog and the Embedded Audio signal are
displayed in this submenu.
▪Audio Present and Audio Type (signal info),
▪Audio Mode: Off / HDMI Only / Analog Only / HDMI and Analog.
▪Analog Mute
▪Analog Volume: adjustable from 0 to 100%,
▪Analog Balance: adjustable from -100% to + 100% (0 = center).
EDID Menu
Advanced EDID Management is available in the front panel LCD menu
which allows to view an EDID, switch, or save it to the User EDID memory.
See more information about EDID technology in EDID Management.
The EDID memory structure of the device can be found in Sources
and Destinations chapter.
ANALOG VOLUME
90 %
 
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
and temperature values about the motherboard.
▪IO ports       


The router can store presets and the followings are stored in each

ATTENTION!       
are deleted.

Step 1. 
Step 2. Navigate to the Presets / Save
Preset submenu and press the
knob.
Step 3. Select the desired memory slot
(Button1..Button8 mean the
eight Source buttons) and press
the knob. If any other preset
had been saved previously they
would be also listed. See the
corresponding Presets section.
Step 4. Yes.

ATTENTION! The Preset loading has an effect on all ports, except
the locked ones.
Step 1. Navigate to the Presets / Load Preset submenu and press the
knob.
Step 2. The previously save presets are listed. Button1..8 mean the
presets which are also available by the front panel Source
buttons. Select the desired memory slot and press the knob. If
any other preset had been saved previously they would be also
listed.
Step 3. Yes.
INFO: Eight memory slots are available by the front panel buttons,
see Save or Load a Preset section.
SAVE PRESET
Button5
Button6
Button7
Button8
My_pres
5
6
7
8
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5
Software Control – Using the Built-in Web
The built-in website of the matrix allows to connect and control the matrix via
a web browser. The range of the controlling features are not so wide as in the
case of Lightware Device Controller, but numerous information is displayed
and many settings are available.
Ý
Ý
System Requirements
Operating System:

Web Browser: 
ATTENTION!        

Chrome web browsers.
Establishing the Connection
ATTENTION! Please be sure that the computer is in the same
network as the matrix. If the computer has multiple Ethernet
        
simultaneously) you will have to know the IP address for the one
that is used for controlling the matrix.
Step 1. Connect the matrix and the computer either via
▪Ethernet, with LAN patch cable (to a Hub, Switch or Router), or
▪Ethernet, with LAN cross cable (directly to Computer).
Step 2. Change to the desired IP settings if it is needed.
Step 3. Type the IP address to the address bar of the web browser and
press enter (factory default address is dynamic).
The Layout of the Built-in Web
The built-in web page allows almost the same controlling functions
which are available via the Lightware Device Controller. Select a menu
item on the left side; the
default screen is the
Crosspoint menu with Grid view. One of the differences: the web page
can be reloaded by clicking on the information ribbon.
ATTENTION! Please enable the pop-up windows in your browser;
certain contents are displayed in new window.
Built-in Webpage Displaying the Crosspoint Menu (Grid View)
Built-in Webpage Displaying the Input Port Properties Window
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6. Software Control – Using Lightware Device Controller MX2-8x8-HDMI20 series – User's Manual 20
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Software Control – Using Lightware Device
Controller
The matrix can be controlled by a computer through the LAN or USB ports using
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The Windows and the Mac versions have the same look and functionality.
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Install and Upgrade
Installation for Windows OS
Step 1. Run the installer. If the User Account Control drops a pop-up
message click Yes.
Step 2. During the installation you will be prompted to select the type
of the installation: normal and the snapshot install:
Normal install Snapshot install
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The installer can update only this
instance
Cannot be updated
Only one updateable instance can
exist for all users
Different versions can be
installed for all users
Comparison of the Installation Types
ATTENTION! Using the Normal install as the default value is highly
recommended.
Installation for Mac OS X
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has the same look and functionality. This type of the installer is
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updateable version with the same attributes.
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over the Applications icon to copy the program into the Applications
folder. If you want to copy the LDC into another location just drag the
icon over the desired folder.
The Upgrading of the LDC
Step 1. Run the application.
The Device Discovery window appears automatically and the program
checks the available updates on Lightware’s website and opens the
update window if the LDC found updates.
The current and the update version number can be seen at the top of
the window and they are shown in this window even with the snapshot
install.
The Update window can be opened manually by clicking the
question mark and the Update button.
Step 2. Set the desired update setting in the Options section.
▪  Check for updates automatically option is marked, the
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▪If you want to postpone the update, set the reminder by the drop
down list.
▪If necessary, the proxy settings are available by clicking the
Setup button.
Step 3. Click the Download update button to start the upgrading.
The updates can be checked manually by clicking the Check now
button.
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