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Copyright 2008 SmartAVI
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ................................................................................................................ 4
What’s in the Box ..................................................................................................................... 4
Overview .................................................................................................................................... 5
Applications ............................................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 2: Installation.................................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the SuperMatrix (Quick Start) ....................................................................... 6
Connecting the SuperMatrix (Detailed Instructions) .................................................... 7
Video and Audio Inputs .................................................................................................. 7
Connecting the Receivers (XTPro/XTAV)................................................................... 8
Connecting the Communication Cable...................................................................... 9
System Power ON.............................................................................................................. 10
Using IR Devices ................................................................................................................ 11
Connecting the RS232 Devices .................................................................................... 12
Connecting the Super Matrix to the HD Source ..................................................... 13
RJ45 Preparation ............................................................................................................... 14
Chapter 3: Software Installation and Operation................................................................... 16
The Matrix Panel ....................................................................................................................... 17
The Button Panel...................................................................................................................... 18
Macros.......................................................................................................................................... 19
Controlling with IR .................................................................................................................. 20
Controlling the SMTCP ........................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 4: Technical Information .............................................................................................. 23
Chapter 5: Communications Protocol ..................................................................................... 25
Chapter 5: Appendices.................................................................................................................. 26

What’s in the box:
Super Matrix A/V: Audio/Video Matrix over CAT5
QTY Item Part No.
1Component or UXGA + Audio over CAT5 8x8 Matrix with RS232 Control. Includes:
[SMX-AV0808, CCRS232MF6, SMP-SW and (CCPWR06US) or (CCPWR06EU] SMX-AV0808S
1Component or UXGA + Audio over CAT5 16x16 Matrix with RS232 Control. In-
cludes: [SMX-AV1616, CCRS232MF6, SMP-SW and (CCPWR06US) or (CCPWR06EU] SMX-AV1616S
1Component or UXGA + Audio over CAT5 32x16 matrix with RS232 control. In-
cludes: [SMX-AV3216, CCRS232MF6, SMP-SW and (CCPWR06US) or (CCPWR06EU] SMX-AV3216S
Super Matrix A/V+Data: Audio/Video+RS232/IR over CAT5
QTY Item Part No.
1Component or UXGA/Audio + RS232/IR over CAT5 8x8 matrix with RS232 control.
Includes: [SMX-AVD0808, CCRS232MF6, SMP-SW and (CCPWR06US) or (CCP-
WR06EU]
SMX-AVD0808S
1Component or UXGA/Audio + RS232/IR over CAT5 16x16 matrix with RS232
control. Includes: [SMX-AVD1616, CCRS232MF6, SMP-SW and (CCPWR06US) or
(CCPWR06EU]
SMX-AVD1616S
1Component or UXGA/Audio + RS232/IR over CAT5 32x16 matrix with RS232
control. Includes: [SMX-AVD3216, CCRS232MF6, SMP-SW and (CCPWR06US) or
(CCPWR06EU]
SMX-AVD3216S
Receivers and Accessories
Item Part No.
XTAV UXGA/Audio Receiver. Includes: [XTA-RX and (PS5VD1A)] XTA-RXS
XTPRO UXGA/Audio/RS232/IR Receiver with dual video output. Includes: [XTP-RX and (PS5-
VD1A)] XTP-RXS
XTPRO UXGA/Audio/RS232/IR Long Range Receiver with dual video output. Includes: [XTP-RXL
and (PS5VD1A)] XTP-RXLS
External infrared receiver; IR range of 10 to 30ft SM-EYE
IR emitter 6ft single LED SM-LED
TCP/IP Control. Includes: [SMTCP, (CCRS232MM ) and (PS5VD1A)] SM-TCPS
Handheld IR Remote Controller SM-RMT
Smart control application software providing source/destination selection, name editing, and mes-
saging. Included in all SmartAVI Matrix investments. SMP-SW
Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview
At times multiple AV signals need to be transferred to multiple nearby output monitors. The Super
Matrix allows multiple VGA/audio inputs to be routed to multiple outputs simultaneously, by way of
a direct connection into the router.
The Super Matrix is a high-quality switching matrix for VGA type signals. All signal formats are catered
for including VGA, SVGA, XGA, RGBHV and sync on green (SOG) applications. For ease of installation,
Standard VGA connectors (HD15 sockets) are used for the input as well as the output video signal. All
that is required is a standard pin-to-pin VGA cable to connect to the signal source.
Stereo audio can also be routed to multiple outputs. The audio can either be routed independently or
together with the video signal using the SmartControlPro software that is very easy to use.
Note: for maximum signal performance, use only high quality cable that has internal coaxial cable for
each color.
The units contain a very high bandwidth routing matrix for the Red, Green and Blue video channels.
Chapter 1: Introduction
Wall Displays
Audio Visual Presentation
Digital media
Shopping centers
Airports
Security
Dealer rooms
Point of sale
Control rooms
Hotels
Applications

Connecting the SuperMatrix (Quick Start)
Warning: As a precaution, we recommend that you disconnect all power cords and make sure that
all devices are turned off.
1. Connecting the video
connect all the video input at the SuperMatrix to all the sources. The SuperMatrix
used HD15 Male cable to support XVGA, Svideo, Components video and
Composite Video ( SmartAVI offers special Adaptors for most of the video type of
signals)
1. Connecting the Audio
connect all the audio input at the SuperMatrix to all the sources. The SuperMatrix
used .5mm JACK le cable to support analog audio ( SmartAVI offers special Adaptors
or most of audio video type of signals)
2. Connect all remotes unit receivers via Cat5 cable
3. Connect a serial cable from the RS-232 port on your computer to the RS-232 port located
on the back panel of the SuperMatrix unit.
4. Plug power cable into the SuperMatrix unit.
5. Install SmartControlPro software.
6. Power on the SuperMatrix.
Chapter 2: Installation

Connecting the SuperMatrix (Detailed Instructions)
Video and Audio Inputs
The video input for the SuperMatrix is a standard HD15 connection.
Connect all of the Input video sources to the back of the SuperMatrix unit.
Hint: You may want to label the input video connections so as not to lose track of where
the signal is coming from. Later on when the software is installed you will be able to give
each connection a name and the software will remember it for you. This way you can
switch the video connections without having to look at the physical connections on the
back of the unit. (You can also use the included page at the end of this manual in order
to keep track of the connections as you make them.)
The audio inputs for the SuperMatrix are standard 3.5 mm Stereo Mini plug connectors.
Connect all of the audio inputs to the back of the SuperMatrix unit. Many computer audio
sources use this standard connection but there is other equipment such as receivers, and
VCRs where a special adapter cable will be needed. Such as a 3.5mm mini plug to stereo
RCA cable.
Make sure that the audio and video are coming from the same source and are plugged the
same input number. For example, if the audio from one computer is connected to input 1,
then the video should also be connected to input 1.
Video and Audio Outputs
The video and audio connections for the SuperMatrix outputs are exactly the same. The only differ-
ence is that they are located on the left side of the back panel
Connect all of the external video monitors and corresponding speakers to the output
connections located on the back of the SuperMatrix unit.
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Optional

Connecting the Receiver: XTPro-RX
Connecting The Receiver
Connect CAT5 cable coming from the SuperMatrix to the back of the receiver.1.
Connect 1-2 display monitors to the VGA out connectors on the front of the receiver.2.
Connect 1-2 sets of external speakers to the audio output connections on the front of the3.
unit. (Standard 3.5mm stereo Mini plug)
Connecting the Receiver: XTAV-RX
Connecting The Receiver
Connect CAT5 cable coming from the SuperMatrix to the back of the receiver.1.
Connect 1-2 display monitors to the VGA out connectors on the front of the re-2.
ceiver.
Connect 1-2 sets of external speakers to the audio output connections on the front3.
of the unit. (Standard 3.5mm stereo Mini plug)
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Chapter 2: Installation
Connecting the Control Communication Cable: RS-232
Each unit can be controlled by a RS-232 port connected from the back of the chassis. The
SmartControlPro software will be used to control the units.
Connect the RS-232 cable the control computer by connecting the female RS-232 connector1.
into the male RS-232 connector of the PC. Turn the side screws so that it does not
accidentally become disconnected
Connect RS-232 cable connector to the male RS-232 connector on the back of the chassis.2.
RS-232

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SuperMatrix connection diagram
System Power ON
You are now ready to turn on the system. Make sure that all connections are plugged in and all
video monitors and speakers that you wish to use are connected.
Plug in the power cord to the back of the1. SuperMatrix unit. Connect this power cord to the
wall.
Turn computer on and make sure that the boot up process has completed.2.
Observe to see if LEDs are lit. The3. SuperMatrix unit has two. One of those LEDs is for the
power and the other is to indicate that the unit is functioning properly.
Power on all external monitors and speakers.4.

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Using IR Devices
The SuperMatrix enable to connect any remote device to any source with IR
For example a user can control any DVD,VCR or any cable box remotely. The SuperMatrix Has 16
port IR, each port is completely transparent and can send any IR from 20 to 100Khz
XTPro
IR eye
1.Connecting the IR emitter
The IR emitter supplied by Smartavi connect directly to the SuperMatrix
2.connect the led to the device as shown
3.Connecting the remote IR eye.
VCR/HD
Emitter

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Connecting the RS232 Devices
The SuperMatrix enable to connect any remote device to any source with RS232
For example a computer sending video to remote TV can also send command to the TV to
change channel, volume or input at the TV
The SuperMatrix Have 16 port RS232, each port is completely transparent and can send any baud
rate up to 115,00kbs
DB9 serial (RS232) port. Pinout and signals for the PC RS232 connector
DB9 female pin out in SuperMatrix
Pin Name Description
3 RXD Receive Data
2 TXD Transmit Data
5 GND System Ground
The serial communication supported by SuperMatrix back panel is based on full duplex software
protocol DB9 serial (RS232) port. Pinout and signals for the PC RS232 connector. A straight db9 male
to female cable is need

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Connecting the Super Matrix to the HD Source
Connecting HD sources with components cable the SuperMatrix enable the user to connect any
device such as DVD, VCR, cable to the video input using VGA to RCA cable
Connecting HDTV to the XT Receiver
The SuperMatrix keeps the signals as they are transmitted from the source. If the source are VGA
signals the end signal received will be also VGA. If the source signals transmitted are component
signals they will be the same at the TV side. If the user requires to view two different sources PC and
setup box the user will need manually switch the source input at the TV.

SmartAVI Proprietary Connector
Pair Color RJ45 Pin Description
1
White/Orange 1
Video+Audio
Orange 2
2
White/Green 3
Video+Audio
Green 6
3
Blue 4
Video+Audio
White/Blue 5
4
White/Brown 7 DATA RS232 and IR
Bidirectional
Brown 8
Table below describes the pinout configuration of the SmartAVI Cat5
CAT5 Preparation
The SuperMatrix is a point to point video extender/switcher. The system does not allow to con-
necting the Cat5 via hubs or any kind of switches that the point to point connection need be main-
tained. The 16 RJ45 ports on the front of the SuperMatrix are output ports, providing connectivity
to the XTPro or XT-AV receiver. This is a standard RJ45 connector, the SuperMatrix can be connect-
ed via either Cat5, Cat5e or Cat6 cabling.
PORT,
RJ45 Female
CONNECTOR, RJ45 Male
Pin 8
Pin 8
Pin 1
Pin 1
Cable Instructions:
Use 568B
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Chapter 3: Software Installation & Operation
Advanced Configuration: If you have more than one Router installed you will want to check this
box.
Router Type: Select SuperMatrix.
A/V Split: Check this box if you need to route audio and video independently,
regardless from which source they originated from. Leave unchecked
if you want audio and video signals from the same input to remain
together.
For example, if you wanted to route different video feeds to different locations but wanted all of
them to have the same audio, you should check the box.
Find the Installation CD that came with your SuperMatrix unit. This CD has the SmartControlPro
software that you will need in order to control the unit using a computer.
Insert the CD into your CD-ROM. On the CD you should see:
SmartControl Pro Installer.exe
SmartControl Pro Help File
SuperMatrix Manual in PDF format
Double click SmartControlPro.exe in order to initiate software installation. Click Install. After
installation has completed, click CLOSE.
In order to use the software, click on the START button>Programs>SmartControl Pro. There you
should see a help file, the SmartControl Pro launcher as well as a shortcut to uninstall SmartControl
Pro. Click on SmartControl Pro in order to launch the software.
When the software starts you will see a screen like this.

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Inputs/Outputs: Enter the number of Inputs/Outputs your SuperMatrix has. For now we will
assume that there are 16 inputs and 16 outputs.
Com Port: Select the appropriate com port that your computer is using to access the
router.
Router Time out: By default this is 0 meaning the computer acknowledges commands almost
instantly. Sometimes a computer takes longer to respond. This setting should
be left at 0. If you need to change it, it should be no higher than 0.2.
After you have entered in the necessary information click OK. This will now take you to the Main
Routing Window where you can route the different video/audio connections.
On this screen you will notice the input buttons running down the left side while the output
buttons run across the top. They are each labeled 1 through 16.
Note: The three small colored buttons at the lower right labeled ALL, VIDEO, and AUDIO are not
available if AV Split was not checked when you configured your router.
Main SUPER MATRIX window

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The Main Routing Window enables you to control the router(s) connections by means of the matrix
panel, the button panel, or with pre-recorded routes called macros.
Matrix Panel: This is probably the simplest way to route the connections. Simply click on the cross
point itself. The input on the left will then be routed to the output above.
Note: Inputs can be routed to several different outputs, but each output can only have a single
input at any one time. So you can have several connections horizontally but not vertically.
The Button Panel: These are the numbered buttons across the top and left sides. Click an output
button on the top, and then click an input button on the left.
Options for using the Button Panel
Output Options:
To select multiple outputs next to each other, click on one output, then hold the shift key
down and click the last output. When the input is clicked, it is routed to all selected
outputs.
To select multiple outputs individually, hold the control key down and click on any
number of outputs. When the input is clicked, it is routed to all selected outputs.
Input Options:
To route an input to all the outputs at once, hold the control key down and click on an input.
To leave the outputs selected after the route is made, hold the shift key down and click on an
input.

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Macros: This section of the window is used to save and play back macros. Macros store a set
sequence of routes.
To record a macro:
Click on the Record button (last button shown above). A blinking “recording” message below1.
this button will be displayed to indicate that all routes are being recorded.
Select the desired cross points. (See Matrix Routing for details on making these routes.) There is2.
no limit on the number of routes you may record.
If you click a macro button while in the record mode, the macro will be executed, and these3.
routes will be added to the recording. This makes it possible to combine the routes of two or
more macros into one bigger macro.
When finished, click the “Save Macro” button. You will be instructed to then click on one of the4.
macro buttons. Doing this will save the recorded routes to that button.
To cancel saving the macro, click the “Cancel Save” button.
To play back a macro, simply click on one of the 50 macro buttons. Use the scroll bar to bring5.
any of these into view.
The macros are automatically saved in the current configuration file. They are also saved when6.
you select the File/Save Configuration... menu.
To save macros in a separate file for a special purpose, select the File/Save
Macros...menu.

Controlling with IR
Switching Ports with Remote Control
You have the option of controlling the matrix via Remote Control. The PLAZOOM remote is used to
control the matrix. The SM-EYE must be connected to the SuperMatrix ( this is an optional connector
not always available in all boxes) in order to interface the remote control with the matrix. The way
the remote control the matrix is as follows:
Xx<enter>yy<enter>
When XX is the output , YY is the input
To change the routing of the signals,
For example, to set output 3 to input 2 press “0” + “3” + ENTER, then press “0” + “2” + ENTER. If a
wrong button is pressed, the user must either press the ESC button or wait 5 seconds before restart-
ing the sequence.
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