Murideo Fox & Hound User manual

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Fox & Hound 8K Test Kit
MU-FXHD-GEN-8K
HDMI 2.1 40Gbps FRL Audio/Video Generator & Analyzer

INTRODUCTION ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3
FOX/GENERATOR FEATURES �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3
HOUND/ANALYZER FEATURES ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 3
WHATS IN THE BOX ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4
AUDIO/VIDEO DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS - OVERVIEW ������������������������������������ 5
FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW: FOX /GENERATOR ������������������������������������������������ 6
FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW: HOUND/ANALYZER ���������������������������������������������� 9
VIDEO GENERATOR: TIMING & RESOLUTION ����������������������������������������������12
VIDEO GENERATOR: AUTO BUTTON ������������������������������������������������������������14
VIDEO GENERATOR: HDCP BUTTON ������������������������������������������������������������15
VIDEO GENERATOR: HDCP INDICATOR LED ������������������������������������������������15
VIDEO GENERATOR: AUDIO BUTTON �����������������������������������������������������������16
VIDEO GENERATOR: COLOR BUTTON ����������������������������������������������������������16
VIDEO GENERATOR: HDR BUTTON ��������������������������������������������������������������17
VIDEO GENERATOR: BACK BUTTON �������������������������������������������������������������17
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING - HDMI CABLE TEST �������������������������������������������18
TROUBLESHOOTING DISTRIBUTED SYSTEM - HDCP ISSUE ���������������������������20
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING A DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM ����������������������������������22
TROUBLESHOOTING DISTRIBUTED SYSTEM - EDID ISSUE ����������������������������24
REASONS TO COPY AN EDID TO THE ANALYZER ������������������������������������������26
COMMON ISSUES FIXED EASILY WITH THE FOX AND HOUND TROUBLE-
SHOOTING KIT ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������27
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS �����������������������������������������������������������������������������28
WARRANTY AND GETTING HELP ������������������������������������������������������������������29
OBTAINING THE WARRANTY SERVICE ����������������������������������������������������������29
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY �������������������������������������������������������������������������31
GETTING HELP ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������32
LEGAL NOTICES ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������32
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Introduction
This 40Gbps Generator and Analyzer 8K Testing Kit was built as the ideal testing unit for all cus-
tom and commercial integrators. The Fox & Hound Test Kit comes with a 40Gbps Generator and
a 40Gbps Analyzer. These tools allow you to conrm correct bandwidth, HDCP, resolution, timing,
HDR metadata and many more options that could cause system hiccups if not treated correctly. The
Fox & Hound Kit is a product that can produce and analyze the newest and highest resolutions -
4K60 at 18Gbps. It’s also aordable enough for every integrator to have on any install/service call!
Sure, there are pricey test instruments available with a multitude of features, most of which the
average integrator is not going to use. That is why we set out to develop a simple, aordable
solution to troubleshoot system issues. The Fox & Hound: A/V Testing and Troubleshooting Kit is a
product that can produce and analyze the newest and highest resolutions - 8K30 at 40Gbps FRL.
It’s also aordable enough for every integrator to have on any install/service call!
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·Generate video signals up to 40Gbps FRL with back-
wards compatibility. This gives you the ability to emu-
late any active content available
·Test any display, repeater, or the system’s infrastruc-
ture for HDR compatibility at the push of a Button
·Test cables before, during, or post installation to en-
sure bandwidth and functionality
·Mimic any available source to ensure compatibility
with any sink device. No need to carry a source for
testing
·Allows you to test a sink device or the entire system
for HDCP compatibility
·Test up to 8ch audio to ensure that audio is playing
throughout the system
·Easily identify 5v and that HDCP is present, eliminat-
ing guesswork
·Bright, easy to read display
·Portable and lightweight. No need to be tethered to a
power outlet
·View live video signals up to 40Gbps FRL ensuring that
sources and repeaters are working throughout the signal
chain
·View video format information to ensure that a source
or repeater device is sending out the correct video sig-
nal, up to 18Gbps
·Verify that HDR is present on HDR capable devices, no
more guesswork
·Ensure that an HDMI or DVI cable is functional and
passing the desired bandwidth. Check 5V, Hot Plug De-
tect, TMDS, and the DDC channel of the cable
·Read or emulate EDID on any repeater or sink device
during system setup or troubleshooting. No more guess-
ing on what the EDID is
·Analyze any version of HDCP to ensure compliance of a
source or repeater device
·Verify audio signals up to 8ch and analyze channel levels
in real time
·Bright, easy to read display
·Portable and lightweight. No need to be tethered to a
power outlet
Fox/Generator
Features
Hound/Analyzer
Features
Questions regarding terminology in this manual please refer to the Murideo Support Community for
more information.
·Knowledge Base - Contains Technical Tips, Training Materials, and Articles.
·Community - Forum based community.
·Ticket System - Request support via our Ticket System.

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Whats in the Box
· Fox-Generator
· Hound-Analyzer
· HardCase
· Two12V2APowerSupplies
· TwoMicroUSBCables
· TwoBulletTrainHDMICables

It is imperative to know and understand the interactivity of the devices regardless if the system is
simple or complex. Understanding the basics of systematic troubleshooting from source to display
(and everything in-between) will greatly improve your chances of resolving issues within the sys-
tem.
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Audio/Video Distribution Systems - Overview
All AV Systems are made of basically 3 main components:
·Sources – This is any device that outputs HDMI – Set top boxes, game consoles, computers and more.
This is a HDMI Transmitter device. Substitute the generator during system testing – use the analyzer to
test the output of any source for the desired timing characteristic.
·Repeaters – This is a combination device that can be connected between one or several sources and
sink devices – like an AVR (audio video receiver) or matrix switch. Use both generator and analyzer for
troubleshooting the devices and for system troubleshooting.
·Sinks – This is the display or projector – this is an HDMI Receiver device. Substitute the analyzer for
sinks during system testing – use the generator to test sinks by injecting a specic timing characteristic
expected to pass through distribution system.
In the diagram above, you can see the basic components of an A/V system (#1 = source, #2 =
distribution system, #3 = sink). Although this is a simple diagram, imagine there are several devices
(AVR, Distribution Amplier aka HDMI splitter, AVR, HDMI Extender, etc) in place of #2 (the distribu-
tion system).
Example of a functioning system based on the diagram above:
1. Generator – generates test pattern (SMPTE Bars) at desired video format and HDCP version.
2. DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - passes the signal (unaltered).
3. Analyzer – receives and displays the test pattern (SMPTE Bars) at desired video format and HDCP ver-
sion.
same - 8k SMTP bars on the generatorsame - 8k SMTP bars on the generator
analyzer shows the test patternanalyzer shows the test pattern
Extra closeup of Hound's signal info page.Extra closeup of Hound's signal info page.

FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW: Fox /Generator
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FromToptoBottom(LefttoRight)
4. HDCP Indicator LED – Indicates the presence of HDCP
ON - HDCP is enabled (1.4 or 2.2)
OFF - No HDCP detected
5. Status Indicator - Indicates that a Hot Plug event has occurred and there is a successful connec-
tion between the source, sink, and repeaters in the system.
NOTE: For a full list of all available timing/resolutions from Vesa up to 8k, see Page(s) 12-13.
6. 8K Button – Choose from a list of 8K timings up to 40 Gbps FRL.
7. 4K Button – Choose from a list of 4K timings up to 18 Gbps.
8. 1080 Button – Choose from a list of High Denition (HD) 1080 timings.
9. 720 Button – Choose from a list of High Denition (HD) 720 timings.
10. Power Button – Press and hold to power the unit on or o.
11. VESA Button - Choose from a list of VESA timings.
12. Auto Button – When pressed the generator will read the EDID from the sink device that it is
connected to. It will then output an audio video signal based on the preferred timing int the EDID.
Note: The battery charge level and Firmware versions are also on this page. To view this informa-
tion press the down navigation Button. xx Image HERE highlighted down Button-xx

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13. HDCP Button – Choose from a list of HDCP versions including HDCP O, HDCP 2.2 and HDCP
1.4
NOTE: You will not be able to select HDCP 1.4 if using an FRL signal (any format over 18Gbps) as
per HDMI 2.1 specications.
14. Audio Button - Choose from 3 available options including Mute, 2Ch L-PCM, and 8Ch L-PCM.
Use these options for Audio Condence Testing.
15. Color Button – Choose from a list of Color (chroma subsampling) selections. Use this in combi-
nation with a timing Button to achieve desired bandwidth for system testing.
16. HDR Button – Choose from 3 available options including OFF, HDR-10, or HLG (Hybrid Log
Gamma).
17. Back Button – Use this Button to return to the live preview screen.
18. Up/Down Arrows – If in the live preview screen, use these Buttons to select/change test pat-
terns. If in a menu, use the UP/Down Buttons to change to your desired setting. Once highlighted
you will need to press the OK Button to conrm your selection.
19. OK Button – Use this Button to conrm selections while in a menu.
20. A & B Buttons – These are PRESET Buttons. You can save two presets (A or B). These Buttons
have two functions.
·To save your current conguration, press and hold either the A or B Button for 3 seconds.
Next you will see a “Save Conguration” screen. You must press the OK Button conrm your
selection.
·Quick press either the A or B Button to select your preset that was saved on the previous
step. The generator will now output your saved conguration.

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21. HDMI OUTPUT – Connect to any sink or repeater input via HDMI cable.
22. USB ISP – Micro USB port used for installing rmware updates if required.
23. Charge Status – Red LED that will illuminate when the device is charging.
NOTE: If the Red LED is blinking while connected to the PSU, please contact Murideo support.
24. DC/12V – 12V DC power port – connect the included power supply to this port to charge the
unit’s internal Li-ion Battery.
NOTE: The generator will function the same either connected to external power or running o the
internal battery.

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FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW: Hound/Analyzer
FromToptoBottom(LefttoRight)
1. VOL + Button – Use this Button to increase the volume of the internal speaker.
NOTE: This speaker will only output L-PCM audio. Any other type of audio signal will sound distorted.
2. EDID Select Button – This Button allows you to select between 5 canned (built-in) or 2 User
EDIDs.
NOTE: See page 10 for more details on saving a User EDID to Preset A or B.
3. Re-Sync Button – Press this Button to trigger a hot-plug event without having to physically discon-
nect/reconnect the HDMI cable.
4. Power Button – Press and hold to power the unit on or o.
5. VOL - Button – Use this Button to decrease the volume of the internal speaker.
NOTE: This speaker will only output L-PCM audio. Any other type of audio signal will sound distorted.
6. Active EDID Button – Use this button to view the EDID you currently have selected on the analyz-
er from the EDID SELECT menu. This menu contains 6 built in common EDIDs and two slots for
USER EDID. Slots 6 and 7 are USER-A and USER-B. These are reserved for EDIDs you have copied
from a device.
7. Cable Test Button – Use this Button to access the HDMI Cable test function. See page XX for more
details.
8. HDCP Button – Use this Button to access the HDCP menu, there are 4 options.
·HDCP 2.X + 1.X - If chosen, the analyzer will only accept a signal that is encrypted with either
version of HDCP (1.4, 2.2, or 2.3). If there is no HDCP from the source/repeater no image will
be show (NO SIGNAL).
·HDCP 1.X Only - If chosen, the analyzer will only accept a signal that is encrypted with HDCP
version 1.X.
·HDCP 2.X Only - If chosen, the analyzer will only accept a signal that is encrypted with HDCP

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version 2.X.
·NO HDCP - If chosen, the analyzer will only accept a signal that has no HDCP (unencrypted).
9. Video Button – Press to see active video material (this will bring you to the home/preview screen).
10. Info Button – When pressed the analyzer will display the signal & timing information of the
device under test (source/repeater).
NOTE: The Firmware versions are also on this page. To view this information press the down navi-
gation Button. xxIMAGE HERE highlighted down Button/front screen of anlyzerxx
11. Up/Down Buttons – Use these Buttons for navigating and selecting menu items.
NOTE: While in the Live Preview screen these Buttons serve no function.
12. OK Button – Use this Button to conrm selections while in a menu.
13. A/B Buttons – These are PRESET Buttons. You can save two presets (A or B). These Buttons
have two functions.
·Press and hold either the A or B Button for 3 seconds while connected to the device that you
would like to save the EDID from. Next you will see a “Copy EDID” screen. You must press
the OK Button conrm your selection.
»You should see the message "Success", this conrms the EDID copied successfully.
»If you get "Failure" the EDID did not save. Check connections and verify the device you
are connected to is powered on and has an EDID to copy.
·Quick press either the A or B Button to select one of the stored EDIDs.

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Note: Top Panel of Analyzer reference items 14-17 below.
14. HDMI INPUT – Connect to any source or repeater output via HDMI cable.
15. USB ISP – Micro USB port used for installing rmware updates if required.
16. Charge Status – Red LED that will illuminate when the device is charging.
NOTE: If the Red LED is blinking while connected to the PSU, please contact Murideo Support.
17. DC/12V – 12V DC power port – connect included power supply to this port to charge the unit’s
internal Li-ion Battery.
NOTE: The analyzer will function the same either connect to external power or running o the
internal battery.
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VideoGenerator:Timing&Resolution
Available 8K resolutions
1 - 7680x4320 60Hz
2 - 7680x4320 50Hz
3 - 7680x4320 30Hz
4 - 7680x4320 25Hz
5 - 7680x4320 24Hz
Available 4K resolutions
1 - 3840x2160 60Hz
2 - 3840x2160 30Hz
3 - 3840x2160 24Hz
4 - 4096x2160 60Hz
5 - 4096x2160 30Hz
6 - 4096x2160 24Hz
Available 1080 resolutions
1 - 1080p 60Hz
2 - 1080p 50Hz
3 - 1080p 30Hz
4 - 1080p 24Hz
5 - 1080i 60Hz
6 - 1080i 50Hz

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Available 720 resolutions
1 - 720p 60Hz
2 - 720p 50Hz
Available VESA resolutions
1 - 640x480 60Hz
2 - 800x600 60Hz
3 - 1024x768 60Hz
4 - 1280x1024 60Hz
5 - 1366x768 60Hz
6 - 1400x1050 60Hz
7 - 1440x900 60Hz
8 - 1600x900 60Hz
9 - 1600x1200 60Hz
10 - 1680x1050 60Hz
11 - 1920x1200 60Hz

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VideoGenerator:AUTOButton
The AUTO Button will read the EDID from the device that it is connected to. It will then output an
audio video signal based on the preferred timing in that EDID.
Note: Depending on the EDID information listed, you may need to press the Down Button to view
the rest of the EDID. There may be more than one page of EDID information. Be sure to press the
down Button to ensure you are see all the available information (see example images below).
The battery charge level and Firmware versions are also in this menu. To view this information
press the down navigation Button.
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VideoGenerator:HDCPButton
The HDCP Button will bring up the available HDCP options. There are three options to choose
from.
·HDCP O -
·HDCP 2.2 -
·HDCP 1.4 -
NOTE: You will not be able to select HDCP 1.4 if
using an FRL signal (any format over 18Gbps) as
per HDMI 2.1 specications no FRL Signal can be
encrypted using HDCP 1.4.
The HDCP LED will indicate the presence of HDCP, this LED has 3 states.
·ON - HDCP is enabled (1.4 or 2.2)
·OFF - No HDCP detected
·Flashing - This may indicate (along with no image) an HDCP compatibility issue.
VideoGenerator:HDCPIndicatorLED

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VideoGenerator:AUDIOButton
The AUDIO Button will bring up the AUDIO CHANNELS menu. There are three options to choose
from for audio output
·Mute - This will turn o the Audio output of the generator.
·2CH - This will output a 2CH L-PCM (FL/FR) audio signal.
·8Ch - This will output a 8CH L-PCM (RRC/RCL/RR/RL/FC/
LFE/RF/FL) audio signal.
VideoGenerator:COLORButton
The COLOR Button will bring up the COLOR menu. There are ten options to choose from.
·RGB (Full) /8Bit
·RGB (Full) /10Bit
·RGB (Full) /12Bit
·YC420 /8Bit
·YC420 /10Bit
·YC420 /12Bit
·YC422 /8Bit
·YC444 /8Bit
·YC444 /10Bit
·YC444 /12Bit
NOTE: The Generator will not allow you to select a color space if that option exceeds the band-
width. For example if you select 8K 60Hz for Timing you will only be able to select YC420 /8Bit or
YC420 /10Bit.

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VideoGenerator:HDRButton
The HDR Button will bring up the HDR menu. There are three options to choose from for audio
output
·HDR O - The generator will output an SDR (Standard
Dynamic Range) Signal.
·HDR -10 - The generator will output a HDR-10
·HLG - The generator will output a HLG
VideoGenerator:BACKButton
If the front screen of the generator is o (60 seconds of inac-
tivity) you can press the BACK Button to illuminate the screen
again to see the current pattern and output timing.
If you are in a menu the BACK Button will return the generator
to the live preview screen.
NOTE: The LCD screen will turn o after 60 seconds of inactiv-
ity (no button presses), this is normal operation designed to conserve battery life. Press the BACK
Button to wake the screen up.

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BasicTroubleshooting-HDMICableTest
1. Connect the generator to the analyzer using the HDMI cable you would like to test.
2. On the analyzer press the CABLE TEST button. You will now be able to select from 8 dierent sig-
nals at varying bandwidths.
3. Choose the bandwidth you would like to test by using the UP/DOWN arrow buttons to highlight.
4. Press the OK button to start. The test will take approximately 15 seconds to complete.
Not all cables are created equal. Older cables may not meet the bandwidth requirements to pass
an 8K HDMI 2.1 signal at 40Gbps. You can use the CABLE TEST function to quickly see what that
cables maximum bandwidth/capabilities are.
1. FRL 4L10G (40G)
2. FRL 4L8G (32G)
3. 2160p 60 (18G)
4. 2160p 24 (14G)
5. 2160p 30 (9G)
6. 1080p 60 (4.5G)
7. 720p 60 (2.2G)
8. 480p 60 (1G)
Example of an FRL Signal Example of an TMDS
Examples of Good cables.Examples of Good cables.

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Example of an FRL Signal Example of an TMDS Signal
Examples of bad cables.Examples of bad cables.
FRL Signal Cable Test
5V: Checks for the presence of 5 Volts on pin 18 of the HDMI cable. There are two possible re-
sults.
·OK - 5V is present and the HDMI test will continue.
·FAIL - No 5V is detected and the rest of the test will fail.
DATA CH: This will show the total number of Errors detected in the Audio Video data channels.
Ideally the test result should be zero (0) errors. The test is looking for any dierences between the
pixels of a static image sent from the generator to the analyzer. Errors may not be noticeable when
viewing content, but if any errors are detected you may consider replacing that cable.
NOTE: If you install an HDMI cable that shows errors on the Data Channel we cannot guarantee
that the cable will work or perform as intended.
DDC (Display Data Channel): This test will verify that essential HDMI protocol signals such as EDID
or HDCP are present. There are two possible results.
·OK
·FAIL - Recommend replacing the HDMI cable.
HPD (Hot Plug Detect): This test will check for communications over the HDMI cable on pin 19
between the generator and analyzer. There are two possible results.
·OK
·FAIL - Recommend replacing the HDMI cable.

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TroubleshootingDistributedSystem-HDCPIssue
When it comes to diagnosing an Audio Video distribution system, keep in mind that there are mul-
tiple ways to use the Fox & Hound to track down a problem. Refer to the image below for steps 1
through 13 where we will cover one of the processes you can use to troubleshoot a simple distrib-
uted system with an HDCP compatibility issue.
NOTE: Notice the green and purple boxes in this troubleshooting diagram below. The purple box
indicate where to put the analyzer. The green boxes indicate where to put the generator.
1. Connect the generator to an input on the AVR in place of the source.
2. Set the generator to output a 1080P signal by pressing the 1080P button and selecting the rst
option.
NOTE: We are using a 1080P signal to start as most equipment today will be capable of handling
this format. If you are testing an older system that is less capable, adjust your generator accord-
ingly. If 1080P does not pass, lower the resolution until you see the test pattern on the sink (TV/
Projector).
3. Press the HDCP button on the generator and select HDCP OFF to start.
4. If you see the image (no snow), press the HDCP button on the generator and select HDCP1.4.