MuxLab 500416-POE-US User manual

P/N: 94-000750-A SE-000750-A
HDMI 4x4 Matrix Switch, HDBT
500416-POE-US
500416-POE-UK
500416-POE-EU
Installation Guide

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Copyright Notice:
Copyright © 2013 MuxLab Inc. All rights reserved.
Copyright © 2009 Real Time Engineers Ltd.
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Table of Contents
1. Overview.....................................................................................................................................4
1.1.Description ............................................................................................................................... 4
1.2.Features .................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................6
3. Installation Procedure...............................................................................................................7
3.1.Parts List .................................................................................................................................. 7
3.2.Product Overview .................................................................................................................... 8
3.3.Pre-Installation Checklist......................................................................................................... 9
3.4.Physical Installation ............................................................................................................... 10
3.5.Installation Procedure ............................................................................................................ 11
3.6.Manual Control of Matrix Switch.......................................................................................... 14
3.7.Remote Control of Matrix Switch.......................................................................................... 15
3.8.Remote Control of Sources and Displays .............................................................................. 16
3.9.EDID and DIP Switch Settings.............................................................................................. 17
3.10.Port Control Operation........................................................................................................... 18
3.11.USB Driver Setup .................................................................................................................. 19
3.12.Ethernet Web Interface .......................................................................................................... 22
4. Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................32
5. Appendix...................................................................................................................................33
A.ASCII Command Set ............................................................................................................. 33
B.IP Control Commands............................................................................................................ 46
C.Infrared Remote Control Codes ............................................................................................. 51
6. Product Warranty Policy........................................................................................................52

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1.
Overview
1.1. Description
The MuxLab HDMI 4x4 Matrix Switch, HDBT (500416-POE) allows 4 HDMI
sources to be switched/distributed to up to 4 remote displays via unshielded twisted
pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables for cost-efficient connectivity.
Remote displays can be connected up to 230 feet (70 meters) @ 1080p Deep Color via
Cat 5e/6 UTP/STP cables. The Matrix Switch works in conjunction with MuxLab’s
HDMI Receiver (500454-RX or 500454-POE-RX).
Figure 1: System Overview
Applications include commercial and residential AV systems, classroom projector
systems, digital signage, boardroom systems, multi-room systems, classroom training,
retail systems, collaborative PC systems, and medical information systems.

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1.2. Features
Single modular RJ45 jacks
UTP/STP extension for 1080p Deep Color up to 230 feet (70 meters) via Cat 5e/6
UTP/STP cables
HDMI 3D support
Seamless integration with MuxLab’s HDMI Receiver (500454-RX or 500454-POE-
RX)
HDMI input supported with resolution up to 1080p
HDBaseT supported output
Configurable EDID settings
Web interface
RS232 and USB CDC control
Firmware is field upgradable
Switches for manual control
Device control over HTTP protocol
1U rackmount unit

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2.
Technical Specifications
4x4 Matrix Switch, HDBT Chassis
Environment HDMI 1.4A 3D Support
Devices LCD and Plasma TVs, DVD and Blu-Ray players, monitors, projectors, PCs, laptops,
home theatre systems, home theater PCs, game consoles.
Transmission Transparent to the user
Input Four (4) HDMI and four (4) IR Sensor (3.5 mm stereo)
Output Four (4) HDBaseT (RJ45) and four (4) IR Emitter (3.5 mm mono)
Connectivity Ethernet LAN (RJ45), USB (Type B) and RS232 (DB9)
Maximum Distance UTP/STP Cat 5e/6 output port: 230 feet (70 meters)
Cables Cat 5e/6 UTP/STP cables (or better) required for HDBaseT port
Power 24 VDC, 5A
Matrix Switching Time 3 seconds (maximum)
LED Diagnostics Power (Blue)
Connections Status (Green)
LAN (Link (Green) and Activity (Yellow))
Temperature Operating: 0ºC to 40ºC
Storage: –20ºC to 85ºC
Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing
Dimensions 1U Rack Mountable: 16.9 x 8.7 x 1.8 in (43.0 x 22.0 x 4.5 cm)
Accessories Included 4 IR Sensors, 4 IR Emitters, Remote, USB Cable, RS232 Cable
Shipping Weight 10 lb (4.5 kg)
Regulatory FCC, CE, RoHS, WEEE
Warranty Two (2) years
Order Information 500416-POE-US (UPC: 627699014165) HDMI 4x4 Matrix Switch, HDBT
500416-POE-UK (UPC: 627699914168) HDMI 4x4 Matrix Switch, HDBT
500416-POE-EU (UPC: 627699814161) HDMI 4x4 Matrix Switch, HDBT
Table 1: Technical Specifications

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3.
Installation Procedure
3.1. Parts List
The HDMI 4x4 Matrix Switch, HDBT (500416-POE) comes with the following parts:
• Base unit
• Four (4) IR Emitters
• Four (4) IR Sensors
• One (1) 110-240V/24VDC, 5A Power Supply
• Power Cord (US, EU or UK)
• One (1) USB Type A - Type B Cable
• One (1) RS232 Cable
• One (1) Infrared remote
• One (1) Quick Reference Sheet
Please verify that all parts are present before proceeding.

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3.2. Product Overview
The external connections and connection indicators of the HDMI 4x4 Matrix Switch
are detailed in Figure 2 and Figure 3 (mounting brackets not shown). Please
familiarize yourself with them before installing the unit.
Figure 2: Front Panel
Front Panel Legend
1. Power indicator (blue LED)
2. Display 1 pushbutton (blue LED)
3. Source selection indicators for display 1 (green LEDs)
4. Display 2 pushbutton (blue LED)
5. Source selection indicators for display 2 (green LEDs)
6. Display 3 pushbutton (blue LED)
7. Source selection indicators for display 3 (green LEDs)
8. Display 4 pushbutton (blue LED)
9. Source selection indicators for display 4 (green LEDs)
10. Sensor for Matrix Switch remote
Figure 3: Back Panel
Back Panel Legend
1. RS-232 Port
2. USB Port
3. LAN Port (RJ45)
4. HDBT OUT ports (RJ45)
5. HDMI IN ports
6. DIP switch for EDID
7. 3.5 MM port for IR extender cable
8. Power Supply port
9. Ground Port
10. 3.5 MM ports for IR emitter cables
11. 3.5 MM ports for IR sensor cables

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3.3. Pre-Installation Checklist
The HDMI 4x4 Matrix Switch, HDBT provides a centralized HDMI switching center
via UTP/STP cables.
1. The Matrix Switch is used in conjunction with MuxLab’s UTP/STP HDMI
Receiver (500454-RX or 500454-POE-RX).
2. The Matrix Switch is typically installed in a remote telecom room and is connected
to multiple video sources and display devices via Cat 5e/6 UTP/STP or HDMI
cables. A MuxLab Receiver is installed at each display to support the connection
to the Matrix Switch via a Cat 5e/6 cable.

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3.4. Physical Installation
MuxLab’s HDMI 4x4 Matrix Switch, HDBT comes with mounting brackets for
standard 19” rack mounting. Select the final destination for the product and install the
unit using standard rack-mount screws (Figure 4).
Figure 4: Setup for Rackmount Installation
For set-top installation, the side mounting brackets may be removed, and the included
rubber feet placed on the bottom of the unit. When removing the mounting brackets,
be careful to keep and reinstall the four screws on each side of the unit (Figure 5).
Figure 5: Setup for Set-top Installation