MuxLab 500441 User manual

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HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switch UHD-4K
Installation Guide
500441

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To insure the best performance from the product, please read all
instructions carefully before using the device. Save this manual for
future reference.
Follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock and injury.
Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module. It may result in
electrical shock or burn.
Do not open or remove the housing of the device as you may be
exposed to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture and do not install this product near water. Keep the
product away from liquids.
Spillage into the housing may result in fire, electrical shock, or
equipment damage. If an object or liquid falls or spills on to the
housing, unplug the module immediately.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always
unplug the power to the device before cleaning.
Using supplies or parts not meeting the products’ specifications
may cause damage, deterioration or malfunction.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Install the device in a place with adequate ventilation to avoid
damage caused by overheat.
Unplug the power when left unused for a long period of time.
Information on disposal of devices: do not burn or mix with general
household waste, please treat them as normal electrical waste.
NOTICE: Please read this manual carefully before using this product.

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Table of Contents
1.Introduction......................................................................................... 2
2. Features .............................................................................................. 3
3. Package Contents................................................................................ 3
4. Specifications...................................................................................... 4
5. PANEL Description .............................................................................. 5
5.1 Front Panel................................................................................. 5
5.2 Rear Panel.................................................................................. 9
6. Remote Control................................................................................. 12
8. Operate and Connect........................................................................ 13
Regulatory Compliance......................................................................... 15
1.Introduction
The HDMI 8x8 Matrix, UHD-4K connects eight HDMI sources to eight
displays. This matrix provide eight HDMI outputs and each HDMI
output is supporting 1080p Full HD up to 4K plus all 3D formats and
supporting independent EDID control. It works with Blu-Ray players,
Set-Top boxes, Home Theater PCs, and game consoles that connect to
an HDMI display. Any source is accessible at all times by any display by
selecting it via the supplied IR Remote Control, RS-232, TCP/IP or by
using the selection buttons on the front panel.

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2. Features
HDMI V1.4 supports: 4K x 2K @30Hz, 1080P @120Hz, and
1080P 3D @60Hz.
Deep Color support 48/36/30/24-bit.
Supports LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus and
DTS-HD Master Audio transmission.
Allows any source to be displayed on multiple displays at the
same time.
Allows any HDMI display to view any HDMI source at any
time.
8-input ports support independent EDID.
Supports IR matrix and Digital Audio output.
Supports RS-232, remote control, on-panel control and TCP/IP
Control.
Front-panel LCD display for status feedback.
HDMI connectors with Locking nuts
3. Package Contents
One (1) HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switch, UHD-4K
One (1) 12V/2.5A DC power adapter
One (1)Installation Guide
One (1) HDMI Matrix IR Remote
Two (2) Mounting ears
One (1) RS232 serial cable
Eight (8) Wideband IR Tx cable
Nine (9) Wideband IR Rx cable
Notes：Please confirm if the product and the accessories are all
included. If not, please contact the location at which you purchased
the unit.

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4. Specifications
Video Bandwidth
297 MHz
Support Video Resolution
480i,576i,480p,576p,720p,1080i,1080p@
24/30/50/60Hz, 4K@30Hz, 1080P3D@60Hz
Input Ports
Eight (8) HDMI Receptacle
One (1) RS-232
One (1) Ethernet Port (Control)
Nine (9) IR Sensor 3.5mm Jack
Output Ports
Eight (8) HDMI Receptacle
Eight (8) Digital Audio Output
Eight (8) IR Emitter 3.5mm Jack
ESD Protection
Human-body Model:
±8kV (Air-gap discharge)
±4kV (Contact discharge)
Power Supply
One (1) 110-240V/12VDC/2.5A power
supply with interchangeable blades
Dimensions
17.32”x7.87”x1.77” (440 × 200 × 45 mm)
Weight
5.10lb (2310 g)
Chassis Material
Metal
Silkscreen Color
Black
Operating Temperature
0 ºC to 40 ºC / 32 ºF to 104 ºF
Storage Temperature
−20 ºC to 60 ºC / −4 ºF to 140 ºF
Relative Humidity
20 to 90 % RH (non-condensing)
Power Consumption
23 W(max) / 0.5w(Standby)
Compliance
Regulatory: FCC, CE, RoHS
Warranty
2 Years
Ordering Information
500441 HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switch, UHD-4K

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5. Panels Description
5.1 Front Panel
No.
Name
Description
1
LCD
Show the status of input-output selection, EDID info
and more.
2
IR
IR sensor for the remote control of the 8x8.
3
Power
Press this button to power the device on/off. The LED
will illuminate green when the power is on, red when
it is in 'Standby' mode.
4
Lock
Press this button to lock all the buttons on the panel,
press again to unlock. The orange LED will illuminate
when the button is locked and off unlock.
5
HDMI
Output
HDMI output selection button 1 to 8：Press to select
the output from 1 to 8. ALL button for HDMI
outputs：Press to select all of the outputs from 1 to 8.
6
HDMI
Input
HDMI input selection button 1 to 8：Press to select the
input from 1 to 8.

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No.
Name
Description
7
Preset
Press to recall the last save present configuration.
To save the current configuration press the preset
button for at least 3 seconds.
8
EDID
Menu button：Press to enter EDID set mode.
Enter button：Press to confirm and save the setting.
UP button：Press to change segment's value.
Down button：Press to change segment's value.
EDID mode table
1. #1 submenu：EDID mode table
Number
EDID Description
1
1080i, 2CH AUDIO
2
1080i, DOLBY/DTS 5.1
3
1080i, HD AUDIO
4
1080p, 2CH AUDIO
5
1080p, DOLBY/DTS 5.1
6
1080p, HD AUDIO
7
3D,1080p, 2CH AUDIO
8
3D, 1080p,DOLBY/DTS 5.1
9
3D,1080p, HD AUDIO
10
4k*2k, 2CH AUDIO
11
4k*2k, DOLBY/DTS 5.1
12
4k*2k, HD AUDIO
13
DVI 1024x768
14
DVI 1920X1080
15
DVI 1920X1200
16
Copy from HDMI Output 1
17
Copy from HDMI Output 2
18
Copy from HDMI Output 3
19
Copy from HDMI Output 4
20
Copy from HDMI Output 5
21
Copy from HDMI Output 6

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Number
EDID Description
22
Copy from HDMI Output 7
23
Copy from HDMI Output 8
2. #2 submenu：Input ports selection
Number
Input port Description
1
Input 1
2
Input 2
3
Input 3
4
Input 4
5
Input 5
6
Input 6
7
Input 7
8
Input 8
9
Input ALL
EDID. What is it and what is it used for?
Under normal circumstances, the source device will require
information about a connected device/display to assess what
resolutions and features are available. The source can then configure
its output to send only resolutions and features that are compatible
with the attached device/display. This information is called EDID
(Extended Display Information Data)
Also, a source device can only accept and read one EDID from a
connected device/display. Likewise, the source can only output one
resolution for use by a connected device/display.
Why is EDID so important with the HDMI Matrix?
The Matrix is a complex piece of technology that replicates and
switches between multiple inputs and outputs. Each connected source
device will require one EDID to read. EDID management is carefully
handled by the HDMI Matrix to provide a single EDID for each source
to read.

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What options do I have to manage the EDID in the HDMI Matrix?
First, it is important to note that each source device can only output
one video/audio signal type. This includes resolutions and timings.
When multiple devices/displays are used, such as with the HDMI
Matrix, it is important to use devices/displays that have similar or
compatible resolutions/features. This will ensure that the single
video/audio signal produced by the source device is accepted by all of
the connected output devices/displays. The user has the option,
through the EDID management window, to choose how the unit will
manage the EDID from multiple HDMI devices/displays. Therefore the
user has some control over the resolutions/features that the source
devices will output. The HDMI Matrix has multiple EDID management
modes that will control how the EDID information from multiple
devices/displays are combined, ignored, and routed.
How to operate the HDMI Matrix?
1. How to select Output and Input Port?
Q. OUTPUT-X select INPUT-Y:
A. Press OUTPUT-X (X means 1 to 8 of outputs, including ALL)
Press INPUT-Y (Y means 1 to 8 of inputs)
2. How to change INPUT-Y EDID
Q. Fixed EDID to INPUT-Y/ALL:
A. Press MENU button to enter EDID set mode.
Press UP/DOWN button to select the EDID you want.
Press ENTER button ensure and enter Input port submenu.
Press UP/DOWN button to select Input port you want.
Press ENTER button ensure and save the setting.

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5.2 Rear Panel
No.
Name
Description
1
PC
Control
Show the status of input-output selection, EDID info
and so on.
Ethernet: This port is the link for TCP/IP controls.
Connect to an active Ethernet link with an RJ45
terminated cable.
RS232: Connect to a PC or control system with
D-Sub 9-pin cable for the transmission of RS-232
commands.
2
Power
Jack
Use included DC adaptor to power the HDMI matrix
switch.
3
IR Ext.
This port is local IR sensor for extending the IR
signal. Connect with an IR Sensor.
4
IR
Sensors
These ports are IR Matrix input ports. Connect with
IR Sensors.
5
IR
Emitter
These ports are IR Matrix output ports. Connect
with IR Emitters.
6
Digital
Audio
Audio output area, each port is linked to its HDMI
output port. For example: the audio signal of Digital

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No.
Name
Description
Output
Audio Output 1 is coming from HDMI output 1.
7
HDMI
Input
Connect HDMI sources. LEDs 1-8 illuminate when
the HDMI cable is connected and the HDMI signal is
active.
8
HDMI
Output
Output for HDMI displays, AVR, etc. LEDs 1-8
illuminate when the HDMI cable is connected and
the HDMI signal is active..
IR Emitter
To control the source: Plug the IR Emitter into the IR Emitter port of
the HDMI 8x8 matrix switch; place the IR Emitter head in front of the
IR eye of the source.
To control the display: Plug the IR Emitter into the IR Emitter port of
the HDMI 8x8 matrix switch; place the IR Emitter head in front of the
IR eye of the display.
IR Sensor
To control the source: Plug the IR Sensor into the IR Sensor port of the
HDMI 8x8 matrix switch; place the IR Sensor head near display.
To control the display: Plug the IR Sensor into the IR Sensor port of the
HDMI 8x8 matrix switch; place the IR Sensor head in position where it
is able to receive remote signals.

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6. Remote Control
1. Power on /Standby ：Press this
button for powering on the matrix or
setting it to standby mode.
2. Input port selection area：Press
these buttons to select input 1 to 8.
Press forward/backward button to cycle
from input 1 to 8.
3. Output port selection area：Press
these buttons to select output 1 to 8,
including ALL.
How to operate the Matrix Remote?
1. Power on and standby
Q. How to power on and standby?
A. Press Power on /Standby
button and wait a while.
2. How to select Output and Input
Ports?
Q. OUTPUT-X select INPUT-Y:
A. Press OUTPUT-X (X means
output 1 to 8, or ALL)
Press INPUT-Y (Y means input 1 to
8)

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8. Operate and Connect
1. Make sure all equipment is powered off. Insert and extract cables
carefully with the power SWITCHED OFF. Connecting and
disconnecting while the unit is powered can result in damage to
the equipment.
2. Connect up to 8 sources such as a Blu-Ray Player, a game console,
an A/V Receiver, a Cable or Satellite Receiver, etc. to the HDMI
inputs on the unit. Note that high-quality HDMI cables are
recommended.
3. Connect the HDMI output ports to high-definition displays such as
an HDTV or an HD projector that uses HDMI inputs. Note that
high-quality HDMI cables are recommended.
4. For power, plug in the unit power jack first, and then plug in the
power supply to the wall.

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5. Power on each device in the same sequence. At this point each
display connected should display the assigned source (input 1 at
default when powered on initially), scroll through each of the
sources on each display to ensure everything is in working order.
Use the included IR remote to test the switching function. If a
display is having difficulty receiving the HDMI signal, access the
display’s menu and adjust the resolution (lowest to highest until
signal is displayed). Please note that a 24 Hz vertical refresh rate
may work better than 60 Hz or higher.

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Regulatory Compliance
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