Octava HDMX44-V1.3 User manual

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Installation Guide
Model: HDMX44-V1.3

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Contents
Application Diagram........................................................ 3
Installation....................................................................... 3
Description...................................................................... 4
Features.......................................................................... 5
Remote Control Guide.................................................... 8
RS232 Control Commands........................................... 10
USB Service Port............................................................10
EDID Configuration....................................................... 12
Changing EDID mode.....................................................13
1 RU Rackmount.............................................................15
Disabling / Enabling IR Remote Control Receiver..........15
Warranty..........................................................................16
Disclaimers......................................................................16
Specifications..................................................................17

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Application Diagram
Installation:
1) Connect HD display, A/V receiver to the HDMI Outputs
2) Connect the HDMI sources to the HDMI INPUTS
3) Turn On HD display, A/V receiver, HDMI sources.
4) Connect the DC power adapter to power on Matrix

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Description:
The Octava 4x4 HD Matrix Switch allows you to route 4 HD sources
to any 4 HD displays! The 4x4 HDMI matrix allows 256 viewing
combination of 4 HD sources on 4 HDTVs. You can create Picture By
Picture or even have the SAME picture on all 4 HD screens. The 4x4
HDMI Matrix switch is a complete HD routing solution for whole home
HDTV systems.
The Octava 4x4 HD Matrix is Full 1080P, V1.3 compatible.
Features:
Watch ANY 4 HD programs simultaneously on 4 Displays!
Full HD, 1080P
4 HDMI inputs, 4 HDMI outputs.
Matrix allows 256 viewing combinations
1 RU mountable
RS-232 control
Works with HDMI or DVI-D, HDCP-enabled HDTV
Supports high resolution video 480P, 720I/P, 1080I/P
Easy to switch 4 HDMI or DVI-D sources to 4 displays.
Remote Control (IR) included. Discrete Code allows direct channel
control.
External IR Jack for extension

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Front View
Back View
Switch
Number
1
2
3
4
5
Name
EDID
switch
EDID
switch
EDID
switch
EDID
switch
Programming/
LOCK switch
Function
EDID
MODE
select
EDID
MODE
select
EDID
MODE
select
EDID
MODE
select
Programming/
LOCK
Down= EDID
Programming
mode
Up= Locked
Display A-D LED Indicators
Source 1-4
LED Indicators
Manual Select
Infrared Detector
DC Power
Input
HDMI output
(To TV)
HDMI output
(To TV)
HDMI Sources
RS232
EDID Switch
USB

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LED Indication:
The Output LED indicates the OUTPUT that is selected.
For example, if the OUTPUT B LED is ON, then pressing channel
buttons will switch the inputs to OUTPUT B.
Input 2 is switched
to Display B
Indicates the Output that the Input will be
switched to. In this case HDMI Out B

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Pressing
+/-Increments/Decrements
to the next available Source.
Remote Control Guide:
Octava’s Remote control uses discrete code so can be easily
integrated with most Universal Remote Controls such as Logitech’s
Harmony.
Button
Function
Notes
+, -
Increments/Decrements to the next available
Source
1,2,3,4
Selects the corresponding numbered source.
Turns ON/OFF the LED light.
Turns ON/OFF the HDMI switch
Other
Not used
Pressing ON/OFF
Turns On/Off the
HDMI switch
Pressing LED
Turns on/off the
Blue LED light.
Pressing 1-4
Selects the
corresponding
numbered source.
Pressing A-B
Selects the Output to
be switched.

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Basic Quick Start:
Use the remote control to select the Display that you wish to control
followed by the Input (DVD, Settop) that you wish to watch.
For example:
-Pressing Display B, “2” will switch Input 2 to HDMI Out B.
-To connect DIPLAY A to IN1 and DISPLAY B to IN3 you simply
follow this sequence
Step 1) Display A, 1 (this will set Display A to Input 1)
Step 2) Display B, 3 (this will set Display B to Input 3)
Here are some more examples:
Output Selection
(Step 1)
Input Selection
(Step2)
Result
DISPLAY A
“2”
Display A switches to
Input 2
DISPLAY B
“1”
Display B switches to
Input 1
DISPLAY C
“2”
Display C switches to
Input 2
DISPLAY D
“1”
Display D switches to
Input 1
DISPLAY A
“+”
Display A increments to
next available Input
DISPLAY B
“-”
Display B decrements to
next available Input
DISPLAY C
“+”
Display C increments to
next available Input
DISPLAY D
“-”
Display D decrements to
next available Input

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RS232 Control Commands:
The Octava 4x4 HD Matrix Switch can be easily integrated with
3rd Party control systems via RS232 control. The following
shows the control protocol for controlling the HDMX44.
RS-232 protocol
Baud Rate
9600
Data Bits
8
Parity Check
none
Stop Bits
1
Flow control
none
Controlling the HDMX44 via RS232 can be done by send a
series of commands per the RS232 Command Table.
Basic controls
Note: The commands are in HEX. No spaces between HEX codes.
HEX CODE
Port Status
0x02 0x30 0x30 0x31 0x03
Turn ON LED
0x02 0x30 0x30 0x33 0x03
Turn OFF LED
0x02 0x30 0x30 0x34 0x03
Turn ON Power
0x02 0x30 0x30 0x35 0x03
Turn OFF Power
0x02 0x30 0x30 0x36 0x03
Example:
To turn off LED. Send Command:
02 30 30 34 03 in Hex
Set the switch to RS-232 side as shown.

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Switching Commands
Note: The commands are in HEX. No spaces between HEX codes.
Output A Switching Commands
HEX CODE
Select OUT A to Input port 1
0x02 0x32 0x31 0x31 0x03
Select OUT A to Input port 2
0x02 0x32 0x31 0x32 0x03
Select OUT A to Input port 3
0x02 0x32 0x31 0x33 0x03
Select OUT A to Input port 4
0x02 0x32 0x31 0x34 0x03
Output B Switching Commands
Select OUT B to Input port 1
0x02 0x32 0x32 0x31 0x03
Select OUT B to Input port 2
0x02 0x32 0x32 0x32 0x03
Select OUT B to Input port 3
0x02 0x32 0x32 0x33 0x03
Select OUT B to Input port 4
0x02 0x32 0x32 0x34 0x03
Output C Switching Commands
Select OUT C to Input port 1
0x02 0x32 0x33 0x31 0x03
Select OUT C to Input port 2
0x02 0x32 0x33 0x32 0x03
Select OUT C to Input port 3
0x02 0x32 0x33 0x33 0x03
Select OUT C to Input port 4
0x02 0x32 0x33 0x34 0x03
Output D Switching Commands
Select OUT D to Input port 1
0x02 0x32 0x34 0x31 0x03
Select OUT D to Input port 2
0x02 0x32 0x34 0x32 0x03
Select OUT D to Input port 3
0x02 0x32 0x34 0x33 0x03
Select OUT D to Input port 4
0x02 0x32 0x34 0x34 0x03
USB Service Port:
The USB port is for service and EDID updates if needed.
Contact us for this feature.
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Set the switch to USB/Program
side as shown.

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EDID Configuration:
The Matrix is preloaded with 5 common EDID configurations.
It is recommended to keep the EDID in the default factory mode 1 for most
Applications.
Custom EDID mode can be downloaded via USB. Contact us for this feature.
To change the EDID settings, please see section “changing EDID settings”
for programming instructions.
Mode
Video
Audio
Description
Switch settings
1
480P,720I/P,
1080I/P
PCM, Bitstream
(Dolby Digital, DTS)
Default
Mode.
Internal
EDID
2
Read EDID of all
monitors/receivers
and set:
Video=Minimum
Resolution of
devices connected.
Read EDID of all
monitors/receivers
and set:
AUDIO =Maximum
capability of devices
connected.
External
EDID
3
480P,720 I/P, 1080 I
2 CH PCM
Basic
Mode.
Internal
EDID
4
480P, 720 I/P,
1080 I/P, + 3D
specifier
PCM, Bitstream
(Dolby Digital, DTS)
3D Mode.
Internal
EDID
5
480P, 720 I/P,
1080 I/P
Custom mode(user
download)
2 CH PCM
Custom mode(user
download)
Internal
EDID
Custom
Mode

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Changing EDID mode:
It is recommended to keep the EDID in the factory default MODE1.
If necessary, you may set to different EDID mode by following these
instructions.
Step
Action
Notes
1
Disconnect all sources
and display from
Matrix
2
Set switch 1,2,3,4,5 to
down position as
shown
3
Set the EDID to the
mode desired. (MODE
2 shown.)
See page 11 for other
EDID modes
4
Reset Power to the
Matrix by
disconnecting the
power and
reconnecting power.
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The LED will now
indicate the EDID
Mode that you will
program.(mode 2
shown)
LED will flash:
1=Mode 1
2=Mode 2
3=Mode 3
4=Mode 4
1+4=Mode 5
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Press the “A”
button on the front
panel. LED will flash
for ~2 min while
programming.
Programming will take
~2 minutes.
LED will flash
while programming.
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Wait.
Programming is
complete when LED
indicates “1”
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8
Set the Program/ LOCK
switch #5 to LOCK
Position (UP)
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Connect all video sources
and displays to Matrix and
turn ON
.
10
Re-power the Matrix.

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1 RU Rackmount:
The Octava 4x4 HD Matrix Switch can be installed in a 1 RU rack by
simply installing the rack mounts included.
Disabling /Enabling Front Panel IR Remote Receiver:
To disable the front panel IR remote receiver-insert the plastic plug
into the IR jack as shown.
Front panel
IR receiver -disabled
Front panel
IR receiver -enabled
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Warranty
Octava warrants the equipment purchased to be free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 1
year. In the event applicable law imposes any implied warranties, the
implied warranty period is limited to 1 year from the date of receipt.
If Octava's equipment fails because of defects (1) year from the date of
receipt, Octava will at its option, A) repair or replace the equipment, or B)
request return of equipment for refund of the price paid for the product
provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical,
electrical or other abuse or modifications.
Proof of sale required to claim warranty.
Disclaimers
IN NO EVENT SHALL OCTAVA'S OR ITS SUPPLIER’S LIABILITY FOR
ANY CLAIM WHATSOEVER EXCEED THE COST OF THE PRODUCTS
GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, INDEMNITY OR TORT (INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY) OR OTHERWISE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL OCTAVA INC. OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER
INDIRECT DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF
REVENUES, PROFITS OR OPPORTUNITIES), HOWEVER CAUSED, ON
ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER OR NOT OCTAVA INC HAS
BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
WHILE EVERY PRECAUTION HAS BEEN TAKEN IN THE
PREPARATION OF THIS MANUAL, OCTAVA ASSUMES
NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS. IN NO
EVENT WILL OCTAVA ASSUME ANY LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THEINFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN.
OCTAVA RESERVES THE RIGHTTO CHANGE THE SPECIFICATIONS,
FUNCTIONS OR CIRCUITRY OFTHE PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE.

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Description
Specifications
Model
HDMX44-V1.3
HDMI Inputs
4
HDMI Outputs
4
IN/Out Connectors
19 pin HDMI female type-A
RS-232 control port
1
Display Selection
Remote, Manual, RS232
Video Resolution
480 P, 720 I/P, 1080 I/P
Video Data Rate
6.75 Gbps
Vertical Frequency Scan Rate
24 / 50 / 60 Hz
Dimension
16.85 x 6.29 x 1.67 inch
(427.9 x 159.75 x 42.3 mm)
DC adapter (included)
9VDC, 2.5A
Rackmount capable
1RU, Rack mounts included
Remote control (IR)
Infrared, Discrete code
For Questions and support:
Email : i[email protected]m
URL: www.octavainc.com
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registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LL.C

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