Octava HDMXA71 Pro HD Home Theater Series User manual

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Installation Guide
Model: HDMXA71
Rev.i

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Safety Information:
Electrical safety
Use only the power supplies and the AC power cord that were
included with your product.
Use of other power supplies could damage the product or
cause shock, or other hazards
For Indoor Use only
Avoid excessive humidity, or temperature extremes
Do not place the product in any area where it may become
wet.
Unplug the power supplies and the AC power cord before
cleaning, or removing any panels for servicing.
When adding or removing devices to or from the product,
disconnect all power cables from the existing product before
you add a device.
Operation safety
Install the product in a well ventilated location. Keep
ventilation opening free of obstructions.
Don't block any ventilation openings on the unit.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes.
Do not place the product in any area where it may become
wet.
If you are unsure, please contact your authorized service
center.

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Contents
Safety Information........................................................... 2
Application Diagram........................................................ 4
Installation....................................................................... 4
Description...................................................................... 5
Features.......................................................................... 5
Remote Control Guide.................................................... 8
Control Port................................................................... 10
RS232 Control Commands........................................... 11
LAN/ Telnet IP control port………………………………. 13
EDID Configuration.........................................................14
1 RU Rack mount...........................................................17
Disabling / Enabling IR Remote Control Receiver..........17
Warranty.........................................................................18
Disclaimers.....................................................................18
Specifications.................................................................19

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*Note 1: Analog output supports only LPCM audio format. Unit does NOT decode Dolby or
DTS.
Note 2: You must set your PS3, or source to LPCM mode in order to use the Analog Audio
Output from HDMI.
Note 3: Aux Input port allows connecting a 2nd analog audio source and "loop thru " to the
Analog Audio Output. Does not convert Analog Audio to HDMI .
Application Diagram
Installation:
1) Connect the Display(s) to the HDMI OUT ports
2) Connect the HDMI source to the HDMI INPUT
3) Connect audio cables (optional)
4) Connect the DC power adapter

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Description:
The HDMXA71 video matrix switch enables video switching of 4
video sources to 2 displays up to 16 viewing combinations. The
HDMXA71 also includes both analog and optical audio output for
integration with an existing audio system.
The Optical audio output supports both PCM and Bitstream audio
formats. LPCM audio is supported thru the RCA analog audio
outputs(x8). Perfect for systems with LPCM support such as PS3. An
Auxiliary (2ch) audio Loop thru port is included to connect to a
second Analog (2ch) source.
Features:
1080P, 4k2k @30 Hz
4 HDMI inputs, 2 HDMI outputs
Analog audio output (8ch.) -Note 1,2
Aux Analog Input port (8ch.)- Note 3.
Optical Toslink Digital Audio Output-2CH , Bitstream
Supports high resolution video 480 P, 720 I/P, 1080 I/P
Seamless integration with your existing Audio Receiver.
Remote Control (IR) included. Discrete Code allows direct
channel control.
1RU rack mountable.
Wired IR port for In-cabinet installations.
RS232 port for PC or Control System operation.
USB service port for EDID or code customization
LAN Telnet port
*Note 1: Analog output supports only LPCM audio format. Unit does NOT decode Dolby or
DTS.
Note 2: You must set your PS3, or source to LPCM mode in order to use the Analog Audio
Output from HDMI.
Note 3: Aux Input port allows connecting a 2nd analog audio source and "loop thru " to the
Analog Audio Output. Does not convert Analog Audio to HDMI .

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4. Wired IR input
7. Aux Audio
Select
6. Input Select
5. Infrared
Detector
2. Aux Audio
Indicator
1. Power
Indicator
3. Output A/B
indicator
Front View
Function
1
Power Indicator
2
Aux Audio Input
Indicator
LED is illuminated if the Aux Input is selected ( loop thru
mode)
3
Output A/B Indicator
Displays the Input selected
4
Wired IR input
connect Octava supplied IR Receiver Extension cable
(optional) for hidden cabinet installs requiring line of sight
for IR control.
5
IR detector
Senses IR from remote control
6
Input select button
Press to switch inputs for output A and B
7
Aux Audio Select
Press to change the Analog Output Mode between :
Aux Input or HDMI mode
*Note 1: Analog output supports only LPCM audio format. Unit does NOT decode Dolby or
DTS.
Note 2: You must set your PS3, or source to LPCM mode in order to use the Analog Audio
Output from HDMI.
Note 3: Aux Input port allows connecting a 2nd analog audio source and "loop thru " to the
Analog Audio Output. Does not convert Analog Audio to HDMI .

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1. Power input (5VDC)
5. Optical
audio out
3. HDMI Inputs
8. RS232
2. HDMI output A and B
6. Aux 2 CH Audio In
4. Analog 7.1 out
7. LAN/Telnet
8. RS232
10. EDID
switch
Back View
*Note 1: Analog output supports only LPCM audio format. Unit does NOT decode Dolby or
DTS.
Note 2: You must set your PS3, or source to LPCM mode in order to use the Analog Audio
Output from HDMI.
Note 3: Aux Input port allows connecting a 2nd analog audio source and "loop thru " to the
Analog Audio Output. Does not convert Analog Audio to HDMI .
Back Side Connectors
Function
1
Power In
5V DC
2
HDMI Outputs A/B
Connect High Speed HDMI cables
to AVR or Display device.
3
HDMI Inputs
Connect High Speed HDMI cables
to Source device.
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7.1 Analog Audio Output
Connect to Audio Amp/receiver.
Note 1,2
HDMI Mode
Analog Audio Output is from the
selected HDMI source.
Note 1,2
Aux Input Mode ( Loop
Thru)
Analog Audio Output is from the
(see 6) connected analog audio
connection.
Note 3.
5
Optical Digital Output
Audio will play the Out A source
selection.
6
Aux 2ch audio input
- Routes the 2 CH Analog Audio
Input to Front L/R Analog Audio
Output. Routes from 6 to 4.
Note 3.
7
LAN/Telnet
For LAN Control port for controlling
the matrix via Telnet Commands
8
RS-232
For external control of Matrix via PC
or 3rd party Control system.
9
USB Port
for custom EDID/ code updates
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EDID Mode Switch
Allows selection of various EDIDs
9. USB Port
AUX audio indictor led will illuminate when
Aux input Mode (Loop thru) is selected

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Pressing
+/-Increments/Decrements
to the next available Input.
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
Input
1,2,3,4
Selects the corresponding numbered Input
Turns ON/OFF the LED.
Turns ON/ soft Off(standby) the unit
Other
Not used
ON/ soft Off
(standby)
Turns on/off the
LED
Pressing 1-4 selects
the corresponding
numbered Input.
Pressing A or B
selects the output to
be controlled.
Select/deselect (AUX
Audio 7.1 input)

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Basic Quick Start:
Use the remote control to select Output A or B Display that you wish
to control followed by the Input that you wish to watch.
For example:
-Pressing Display B, “2” will switch Input 2 to Out B.
-To connect DISPLAY 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 A
“+”
Display A increments to
next available Input
DISPLAY B
“-”
Display B decrements to
next available Input

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Control Port:
The Octava HD HDMXA71 can be easily integrated with 3rd Party
control systems via: 1. RS-232 or 2. LAN/Telnet control port.
The default mode is control with RS-232. To change control port, see
the following table.
Control Port Selection
Press A and Aux Audio Select button
simultaneously to toggle the control port
between RS-232 or LAN/TELNET
RS-232 Mode
LAN/TELNET Mode

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RS232 Control Commands:
RS-232 protocol
Baud Rate
9600
Data Bits
8
Parity Check
none
Stop Bits
1
Flow control
none
Controlling the HDMXA71 via RS232 can be done by sending a
series of commands per the RS232 Command Table.
Basic controls
Note: The commands are in HEX. No spaces between HEX codes.
“0x” denotes HEX. No need to enter “0x”
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:
Send Command:
02 30 30 34 03 in Hex
To turn off LED

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Switching Commands
Note: The commands are in HEX. No spaces between HEX codes.
“0x” denotes HEX. No need to enter “0x”
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
Switching Commands
Note: The commands are in HEX. No spaces between HEX codes.
“0x” denotes HEX. No need to enter “0x”
HEX CODE
Aux Analog ON/ HDMI 7.1 Audio OFF
0x02 0x39 0x30 0x31 0x03
Aux Analog OFF / HDMI 7.1 Audio ON
0x02 0x39 0x30 0x32 0x03
Switching Commands
Note: The commands are in HEX. No spaces between HEX codes.
HEX CODE
Aux Analog ON/ HDMI 7.1 Audio OFF
0x02 0x39 0x30 0x31
0x03
Aux Analog OFF / HDMI 7.1 Audio ON
0x02 0x39 0x30 0x32
0x03

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LAN/ Telnet IP control port:
The Octava HD HDMXA71 can be easily integrated with 3rd Party
control systems via LAN/Telnet control port. The following shows the
control protocol:
IP Address 192.168.1.254
Login octava
Password octava
Command
TurnON LED led=on
TurnOFF LED led=off
Power ON power=on
Power OFF power=off
Sleep ON
Sleep OFF
Output A Switching Commands Command
Select OUTA to Input port 1 out:a=1
Select OUTA to Input port 2 out:a=2
Select OUTA to Input port 3 out:a=3
Select OUTA to Input port 4 out:a=4
Output B Switching Commands
Select OUTB to Input port 1 out:b=1
Select OUTB to Input port 2 out:b=2
Select OUTB to Input port 3 out:b=3
Select OUTB to Input port 4 out:b=4
Select ALL Output Switching Commands
SelectALL Outputs(A-B) to Input port1 out:all=1
SelectALL Outputs(A-B) to Input port2 out:all=2
SelectALL Outputs(A-B) to Input port3 out:all=3
SelectALL Outputs(A-B) to Inputport 4 out:all=4
Audio
L/R Audio Ouput from HDMI ( default) auxaudio=off
L/R Audio Ouput from Aux Input auxaudio=on
Telnet Settings
Basic controls
Switching Commands

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EDID Configuration:
The HDMXA71 pre-programmed EDID table is listed below
In addition, alternative or customized EDID can be downloaded via the
USB port for optimum integration into your system.
EDID switch position 1-4 selects the mode
EDID switch position 5 is for program mode or LOCKED mode.(program
mode is shown)
Mode
Video
Audio
Settings
1(default)
1080P
2CH PCM
1 2 3 4 5
EDID LOCK
ON
2
1080P
2.0/5.1 /7.1 LPCM +DD/DTS5.1
1 2 3 4 5
EDID LOCK
ON
3
1080i
2CH PCM
1 2 3 4 5
EDID LOCK
ON
4
4k
2CH PCM
1 2 3 4 5
ON
EDID LOCK
5
4K
2CH PCM +DD/DTS5.1
1 2 3 4 5
ON
EDID LOCK
6
Clone EDID of device connected to Output A
1 2 3 4 5
ON
EDID LOCK

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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
Video
Reference
Note
1
Unplug all cables and the
power from the HDMXA71
2
Set the DIP switch 1-5 to the
down position as shown
1 2 3 4 5
EDID LOCK
ON
3
Refer to the EDID Table
(page 14).
Set the DIP switches to the
EDID you wish to program to.
(Mode 6 shown as example)
1 2 3 4 5
ON
EDID LOCK
Mode 6 shown as
example
4
Plug in the 5V Power
5
Verify LED is indicating the
EDID mode selected to
program.
(Mode 6 shown as example)
A B
Mode 6 shown as
example
4
Press the A button to start
programming.
5
The LED will count from 1-99
6
Wait until LED completes
counting to 99. When LED
shows “1 1” programing is
completed.
A B
7
Set DIP Switch #5 to the
LOCK position as shown.
1 2 3 4 5
ON
EDID LOCK
8
Connect all video sources and
displays to Matrix.
9
Re-power the Matrix.
DONE!

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USB Service Port:
The HDMXA71 USB port allows the unit to update EDID or functionality.
Please visit our support page
https://octavainc.com/support%20and%20updates.html#HDMXA71ip
If you are unsure or need assistance, please contact us
at: info.octavainc.com

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1 RU Rack mount:
The Octava HDMXA71 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
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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 THE INFORMATION
CONTAINED HEREIN.
OCTAVA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE SPECIFICATIONS,
FUNCTIONS OR CIRCUITRY OF THE PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE.

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Description
Specifications
Model
HDMXA71
HDMI Inputs
4
HDMI Outputs
2
Video Resolution
480P, 720i/P, 1080i/P, 4k2k@30 Hz
Optical Toslink Digital Audio
Output
1
2CH PCM, Bit Stream
Analog Audio Output
1 (8ch.)
Supports only LPCM audio format. Unit
does NOT decode Dolby or DTS.
Aux Analog Audio Input
(for loop thru /bypass mode)
1 (2ch.)
Aux Input port allows connecting a 2nd
analog audio source and "loop thru " to
the Analog Audio Output. Does not
convert Analog Audio to HDMI
RS-232
1
LAN / TELNET Control
1 ( RJ-45)
USB Service Port
1
Dimension
15.07 x 4.12 x 1.67 inch
(382.9 x 104.7 x 42.3 mm)
DC adapter (included)
5VDC, 2.5A
Rack mount capable
1RU, Rack mounts included
Remote control (IR)
Infrared, discrete code.
For Questions and support:
Email: inf[email protected]
URL: www.octavainc.com
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