Octava HDMX44-V1.3 User manual

Description Specifications
Model HDMX44-V1.3
HDMI Inputs 4
HDMI Outputs 4
Version 1.3
HDCP Yes
IN/Out Connectors 19 pin HDMI female type-A
RS-232 control port 1
Display Selection Remote, Manual, Smart Scan
Video Resolution 480 P, 720 I/P, 1080 I/P
Video Data Rate 6.75 Gbps
Deep Color Support Yes
Vertical Frequency Scan Rate 24 / 50 / 60 Hz
Dimension 14.93 x 6.30 x 1.67 inch
(379.2 x 160.1 x 42.3 mm)
DC adapter (included) 9VDC, 2.0A
Rackmount capable 1RU, Rack mounts included
Remote control (IR) Infrared, Discrete code
For Questions and support:
Email : [email protected]
URL: www.octavainc.com
Copyright© 2009 Octava Inc. All rights reserved.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LL.C
All trademarks are the sole property of their respective companies
V 1.3
Deep Color
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Rev. C

Table of contents
1. Application Diagram
2. Installation
3. Clear EYETM
4. Smart ScanTM
5. Configuring Smart ScanTM
6. Description
7. Features
8. Short Cuts
9. Remote Control Guide
10. RS232 Controls
11. RS232 Command Table
12. 1 RU Rackmount
13. Disabling / Enabling IR Remote Control Receiver
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Application Diagram
Installation:
1) Connect the Monitor to the HDMI OUT A
2) Connect the second monitor/projector to HDMI OUT B
3) Connect the HDMI sources to the HDMI INPUTS
4) Turn On your HDTV and at least 1 HD source
5) Connect the DC power adapter
Clear EYETM:
Our proprietary Clear EYETM transmission line and ISI reduction
design will IMPROVE the digital video signals caused by
transmission degradations.
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Smart ScanTM:
Octava’s HDMI switch with Smart ScanTM saves you the hassle of fumbling
with multiple remote controls. Simply power on the HDMI source you want
to view and the HDMI switch will automatically switch to the correct port. If
no HDMI sources are on, then the switch will go into standby mode.
Configuring Smart ScanTM:
To enable the Smart Scan feature, follow these steps:
1) Turn On your HDTV and at least 1 HD source. Make sure LED is ON.
2) Press the manual pushbutton “A” on the front of the unit for ~ 5 seconds
until the LED flashes.
To disable Smart Scan, simply reset the power to the switch. This will
disable the Smart Scan feature.
Description:
The Octava 4x4 HDMI 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 HDMI Matrix is Full 1080P, V1.3 compatible.
Our proprietary Clear EYETM transmission line and ISI reduction design will
IMPROVE the digital video signals. Smart ScanTM algorithm intelligently
selects the correct HDMI source so you can enjoy the program instead of
fumbling with the remote. Approved by Wives and Kids!
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HD video sources
1 RU Rackmount :
The Octava 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switch can be installed in a 1 RU rack by simply
installing the rack mounts included.
Disabling / Enabling IR Remote Control Receiver:
To enable the IR receiver- remove the plastic plug from the IR jack as shown
above.
To disable the IR receiver- insert the plastic plug into the IR jack as shown
above.
IR disabled IR enabled
Features:
Watch ANY 4 HD programs simultaneously on 4 Displays!
V1.3, 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
Clear EYETM design optimizes HDMI signal transmission
Easy to switch 4 HDMI or DVI-D sources to 4 displays.
Smart SCAN TM algorithm intelligently selects the correct
input. Approved by Wives and Kids!
Remote Control (IR) included. Discrete Code allows direct
channel control.
External IR Jack for extension
Front View
Back View
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Dis
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A-D LED Indicators
Source 1-4
LED Indicators
Manual Select
Infrared
Jack
Infrared Detector
DC Power
Input
HDMI output
(To TV) HDMI output
(To TV)
HDMI Sources
RS232
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Short Cuts:
The Octava 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switch offers several “short cuts” with the
remote control for the most common scenarios.
LED Indication:
The Output LED indicates the OUTPUT that is selected (high priority).
For example, if the OUTPUT B LED is ON, then pressing channel buttons
will switch the inputs to OUTPUT B.
RS232 Command Table:
Output A Control
Output B Control
Output C Control
Output D Control
Note:
<STX> denotes Start of Text (0x2)
<ETX> denotes End of Text (0x3)
Number of HDMI
Sources ON Short Cut How
1 Switch picture between Display
A~D. Press A or B or C or D
2 Swap the 4 HD video sources
between Display A~D. Press + or -
3-4 Cycle thru all the HD picture
combinations on the display(s) Press + or Press -
Output-Input ASCII Function Selection
A-1 <STX>211<ETX> Select OUT A to Input port 1
A-2 <STX>212<ETX> Select OUT A to Input port 2
A-3 <STX>213<ETX> Select OUT A to Input port 3
A-4 <STX>214<ETX> Select OUT A to Input port 4
Output-Input ASCII Function Selection
B-1 <STX>221<ETX> Select OUT B to Input port 1
B-2 <STX>222<ETX> Select OUT B to Input port 2
B-3 <STX>223<ETX> Select OUT B to Input port 3
B-4 <STX>224<ETX> Select OUT B to Input port 4
Output-Input ASCII Function Selection
C-1 <STX>231<ETX> Select OUT C to Input port 1
C-2 <STX>232<ETX> Select OUT C to Input port 2
C-3 <STX>233<ETX> Select OUT C to Input port 3
C-4 <STX>234<ETX> Select OUT C to Input port 4
Output-Input ASCII Function Selection
D-1 <STX>241<ETX> Select OUT D to Input port 1
D-2 <STX>242<ETX> Select OUT D to Input port 2
D-3 <STX>243<ETX> Select OUT D to Input port 3
D-4 <STX>244<ETX> Select OUT D to Input port 4
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.
Basic controls
Note:
<STX> denotes Start of Text (0x2)
<ETX> denotes End of Text (0x3)
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.
ASCII Command Function
<STX>001<ETX>
Port Status
<STX>2XX<ETX>
Switch Control (See Page 10)
<STX>003<ETX>
Turn ON LED
<STX>004<ETX>
Turn OFF LED
<STX>005<ETX>
Turn ON Power
<STX>006<ETX>
Turn OFF Power
<STX>007<ETX>
Turn ON Smart Scan
<STX>008<ETX>
Turn OFF Smart Scan
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
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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.
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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:
RS232 Controls:
The Octava 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switch can be easily integrated with
3rd Party control systems via RS232 control. The following shows
the control protocol for controlling the HDMX44.
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.
Protocol:
<STX >Command to Execute <ETX>
Example 1:
To Turn OFF the LED
Command =<STX>004<ETX>
Example2:
Switch Output C to view Input 3.
Command =<STX>233<ETX>
Note:
<STX> denotes Start of Text (0x2)
<ETX> denotes End of Text (0x3)
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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