Tekvox TekFlex-12 User manual

TekFlex-12 User’s Manual
(79200)
CLEAR
ALL
MENU
1 2 3 4 5 6
ENTER
FIRMWARE EDID
INPUTS
OUTPUTS
DVI
OUTPUTOUTPUTINPUT
SDI
LOOP
987 0
1 2 3 4 5 6 987 121110
RS232
Tx Rx
TCP/IP IRALLINIR EYE
INPUT
DVI
INPUT
AUD IO
L R
DVI
OUTPUT
AUD IO
L R
VGA
INPUT
AUDIO
L R
TekFlex-12
HDMI
INPUT
AUDIO
L R
HDMI
INPUT
AUDIO
L R
HDMI
INPUT
AUDIO
L R
HDMIHDMI
OUTPUT
AUD IO
L R
HDMI
INPUT
AUDIO
L R
12 Port Seamless Matrix Switcher with
Interchangeable Inputs and outputs

TekFlex-12 User’s Manual
Preface
Read this user manual carefully before using this product. This manual is only for
operational instructions and not intended for maintenance of the unit. Please refer to
your dealer for the latest details.
Trademarks
Product model and its logo are trademarks. Any other trademarks mentioned in this
manual are acknowledged as the properties of the trademark owner. No part of this
publication may be copied or reproduced without prior written consent.
FCC Statement
This equipment generates and radiates radio frequency energy, and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial installation.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which
case the user at their own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be
necessary to correct the interference
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacture would void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To insure the best performance from this product please read all instructions carefully
before using the device. Save this manual for further reference.
Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for
possible future shipment
Follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury
to persons.
Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module. It may result in electrical shock
or burn.
Using supplies or parts not meeting the products’ specifications may cause damage,
deterioration, or malfunction.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or install this
product near water.
Do not remove the housing of the device as opening or removing housing may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Install the unit in a place with adequate ventilation to avoid damage caused by
overheating.
Keep the unit 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 unit immediately.
Do not twist or pull by force ends of the optical cable. It can cause malfunction.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to
the device before cleaning.
Unplug the power cord when left unused for a long period of time.
Information on disposal for scrapped devices: Do not burn or mix with general
household waste, please treat them as normal electrical wastes.

TekFlex-12 User’s Manual
Contents
1. Introduction.................................................................................................................1
1.1 Introduction to TekFlex-12 .................................................................................1
1.2 Features ............................................................................................................1
1.3 Package List......................................................................................................1
2. Panel Description........................................................................................................2
2.1 TekFlex-12.........................................................................................................2
2.1.1 Front Panel..............................................................................................2
2.1.2 Rear Panel...............................................................................................3
2.2 Signal Cards......................................................................................................4
2.2.1 TFX-ITP & TFX-OTP ...............................................................................4
2.2.2 TFX-ISD...................................................................................................5
2.2.3 TFX-IVG & TFX-OVG ..............................................................................6
2.2.4 TFX-IDV & TFX-ODV...............................................................................7
2.2.5 TFX-IHD & TFX-OHD..............................................................................9
3. System Connection...................................................................................................10
3.1 Precautions......................................................................................................10
3.2 System Diagram..............................................................................................10
3.3 Connection Procedures...................................................................................11
3.4 Application.......................................................................................................11
4. Operations................................................................................................................12
4.1 Front Panel Control .........................................................................................12
4.1.1 Switching I/O connection.......................................................................12
4.1.2 EDID Learning.......................................................................................12
4.1.3 Inquiry....................................................................................................13
4.1.4 Clear operation......................................................................................13
4.2 IR Control ........................................................................................................14
4.3 RS232 Control.................................................................................................15
4.3.1 RS232 PC Operation.............................................................................15
4.3.2 RS232 Communication Commands ......................................................16
4.4 TCP/IP Control.................................................................................................24
4.4.1 Control Modes.......................................................................................24

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4.4.2 Control via TCP/IP communication software .........................................25
4.4.3 Control via web-based GUI....................................................................26
4.4.4 Port Management..................................................................................31
5. Firmware Upgrade....................................................................................................32
6. Specification .............................................................................................................33
6.1 Main Unit .........................................................................................................33
6.2 Signal Cards....................................................................................................33
6.2.1 TFX-ITP & TFX-OTP .............................................................................33
6.2.2 TFX-ISD.................................................................................................34
TFX-IVG & TFX-OVG.....................................................................................35
6.2.3 TFX-IDV & TFX-ODV.............................................................................36
6.2.4 TFX-IHD & TFX-OHD............................................................................36
7. Panel Drawing ..........................................................................................................37
8. Troubleshooting & Maintenance ...............................................................................38
9. After-sales Service....................................................................................................39

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1. Introduction
1.1 Introduction to TekFlex-12
TekFlex-12 is a high-performance seamlessly HD-AV modular matrix switcher providing
12 flexible slots for single VGA/ DVI/ HDBaseT input/ output cards.
With its advanced modular design, the TekFlex-12 can make up any combination of an
11x1 to 1x11 HD Matrix. Input cards consist of HDMI, DVI, SDI, HDBaseT and VGA.
Output cards consist of HDMI, DVI, HDBaseT and VGA. All the cards support
plug-and-play and are hot swappable. Seamless switching is supported on all cards with
Scalers on all outputs.
1.2 Features
12 card slots with flexible input/output combination
Comprehensive signal card compatibility: HDMI/DVI/ SDI/ VGA/ HDBaseT
Automatically recognizes input and output cards
Powerful EDID management
UPnP enables quick-connection to GUI
HDCP Compliant
Seamless AV distribution through different AV signals
All outputs have adjustable scalers
Controllable via front panel buttons, IR, RS232 & TCP/IP
Adjustable output resolution
Firmware upgrade via USB port
1.3 Package List
1 x TekFlex-12
1 x IR Receiver
1 x IR Remote
2 x Pluggable Terminal Blocks
4 x Plastic cushions
1 x Power Cord
1 x User Manual
Signal cards are sold and packed separately; all the items listed above are for
TekFlex-12 solely. Confirm all the accessories are included, if not, please contact
with the dealers.

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2. Panel Description
2.1 TekFlex-12
2.1.1 Front Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
FIRMWARE
Micro USB port, used for firmware update
②
Power
indicator
Light green once powered on
Turn red in standby mode
Turn off when powered off
③
System
Monitor
Display real-time operation status
④
INPUTS
Input selection buttons, ranges from 0~ 9
⑤
OUTPUTS
Output selection buttons, ranges from 0~ 9
⑥
MENU
ALL: Select all inputs/ outputs
EDID: EDID management button, enable input port to learn the
EDID data from output devices.
CLEAR: Withdraw an operation before it comes into effect / exit
inquiry mode
ENTER: confirm operation / long-press (3s or more) to enter
inquiry mode.

1) Input/ output channels are recognized as double-digit, so press channel 1~9 as
01~09.
2) Operations are automatically canceled after 8 seconds unless pressing ENTER to
confirm.
CLEAR
ALL
MENU
1 2 3456
ENTER
FIRMWARE EDID
INPUTS
OUTPUTS
987 0
①②③④
⑤ ⑥

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2.1.2 Rear Panel
No.
Name
Description
①
Card Slots
Flexible card slots, 12 in total. Insert input/ output signal cards here
②
RS232
Serial control port for control the device.
③
IR ALL IN
Input port for IR control signal, connect with IR receiver (5V, with
carrier), works with IR emitters connected to IR OUT of far-end
HDBT receivers.
④
TCP/IP
TCP/IP control port; Connect with control device (PC or control
system)
⑤
IR EYE
Connect with IR receiver (5V, with carrier) to control the switcher
⑥
Power port
Connect with 100~240V AC outlet
⑦
Ground
Connect to Earth grounding

1) TekFlex-12 supports flexible card connection to form 11x1～1x11 matrix.
2) Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only.
INP UT
SDI
LOOP
1 2 34571211
RS232
Tx Rx
TCP/IP
①
②
③④⑤⑥ ⑦
VGA
INP UT
AUDIO
L R
DVI
INP UT
AUDIO
L R
Tx Rx
L R
RS23 2 AUDIO
HDBaseT
INP UT
Seaml ess
HDMI
INP UT
AUDIO
L R
DVI
OUT PUT
AUDIO
L R
VGA
OUT PUT
AUDIO
L R
Tx Rx
L R
RS23 2 AUDIO
HDBaseT
OUT PUT
Seaml ess
8 9 10
HDMI
OUT PUT
AUDIO
L R
VGA
OUT PUT
AUDIO
L R
HDMI
OUT PUT
AUDIO
L R
VGA
INP UT
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L R

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2.2 Signal Cards
TekFlex-12 has 12 card slots for flexible input & output signal card combinations.
Various signal cards can be selected, including VGA, DVI, SDI, HDBT, HDMI, according
to specific need. All signal cards support seamless distribution and are hot-swappable.
The chart below shows all signal cards TekFlex-12 supported:
Input
Output
Card
Ports
Card
Ports
TFX-ITP
(79213)
HDBT& Analog Audio&
RS232
TFX-OTP
(79223)
HDBT& Analog Audio&
RS232
TFX-ISD
(79214)
SDI& Loop output
TFX-IVG
(79211)
VGA& Analog audio
TFX-OVG
(79221)
VGA& Analog audio
TFX-IDV
(79212)
DVI& Analog Audio
TFX-ODV
(79222)
DVI& Analog Audio
TFX-IHD
(79210)
HDMI& Analog Audio
TFX-OHD
(79220)
HDMI& Analog Audio
2.2.1 TFX-ITP & TFX-OTP
HDBaseT signal card (refer to 6.2.1 for detailed specification)
HDMI 1.3 & HDCP 1.3 compliant
Works with PoE HDBT transmitter / receiver to attain long-distance (up to 70m
via qualified CAT6 cable) transmission for 1080p signal and bi-directional
RS232 control
Real-time status indicator: Green LED blinks once powered on; Yellow LED
lights when the port is connected with HDBT devices
HDBT port supports PoE with control options to enable and disable PoE
Input card supports selectable audio embedding
Output card supports audio de-embedding
Output resolution adjustable via command or GUI
Support EDID management and DDC communication

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Figure 2- 1 TFX-ITP
Figure 2- 2 TFX-OTP
Pin
Color
1
orange white
2
orange
3
green white
4
blue
5
blue white
6
green
7
brown white
8
brown
Twist the pure-color cables with their
half-color cables.
2.2.2 TFX-ISD
Single SDI input card (refer to 6.2.2 for detailed specification)
1 SDI input transmits high-definition 3G-SDI/HD-SDI/SDI signal
Resolution range: 1080p, 1080i, 720p
Transmit 1080p signal up to 100m
1 loop output for local monitoring
Figure 2- 3 TFX-ISD
The BNC connector is shown as the figure below.
Sleeve ( )
Tip (+)
BNC Connector

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2.2.3 TFX-IVG & TFX-OVG
Single VGA signal card (refer to 6.2.3 for detailed specification)
VGA port supports VGA C-Video, YPbPr
Input card automatically recognizes input signal format
Output signal format adjustable via commands or GUI
Output resolution adjustable via commands or GUI
Resolution range for VGA signal: 800x600, 1024x768, 720p, 1280x1024, 1080i, 1080p
(default), 1920x1200.
Resolution range for YPbPr signal: 720p, 1080i, 1080p.
Resolution range for CVBS signal: 480i, 576i.
Figure 2- 4 TFX-IVG
Figure 2- 5 TFX-OVG
Pin layout of the VGA connectors (female):
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
RED
9
KEY/PWR
2
GREEN
10
GND
3
BLUE
11
ID0/RES
4
ID2/RES
12
ID1/SDA
5
GND
13
HSync
6
RED_RTN
14
VSync
7
GREEN_RTN
15
ID3/SCL
8
BLUE_RTN
When connecting to YPbPr or CVBS signal, insert converting cables according to
specific pin definitions (see the figures below):
VGA- YPbPr:
Figure 2- 6
VGA-YPbPr converting guide
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
RED
6
GND
2
GREEN
7
GND
3
BLUE
8
GND

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Other pins are not used.
VGA- CVBS:
Figure 2- 7 VGA-C-Video converting guide
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
RED
6
GND
7
GND
8
GND
Other pins are not used.
2.2.4 TFX-IDV & TFX-ODV
Single DVI signal card (refer to 6.2.4 for detailed specification)
HDMI 1.3 & HDCP 1.3 compliant, capable to transmit DVI/ HDMI signal
Output resolution adjustable via commands or GUI: including auto, 800x600,
1024x768, 720p, 1280x1024, 1080i, 1080p (default), 1920x1200
Input / Output audio can be enabled/ disabled via commands (default settings:
input audio: disabled; output audio: enabled)
Features EDID management and DDC communication
Figure 2- 8 TFX-IDV
Figure 2- 9 TFX-ODV
Pin Layout of the DVI-I connector (Dual-Link). (Female)
Pin
Function
Pin
Function
1
T.M.D.S.Data2-
13
T.M.D.S.Data3+
2
T.M.D.S.Data2+
14
+5V Power
3
T.M.D.S. Data
2/4 Shield
15
Ground (return for
+5V,
Hsync and Vsync)
4
T.M.D.S. Data 4-
16
Hot Plug Detect
5
T.M.D.S. Data
4+
17
T.M.D.S. Data 0-

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DDC Clock
18
T.M.D.S. Data 0+
7
DDC Data
19
T.M.D.S. Data 0/5
Shield
8
Analog Vertical
Sync
20
T.M.D.S.Data5-
9
T.M.D.S.Data1-
21
T.M.D.S.Data5+
10
T.M.D.S.Data1+
22
T.M.D.S. Clock
Shield
11
T.M.D.S.Data1/3
Shield
23
T.M.D. S. Clock +
12
T.M.D.S.Data3-
13
T.M.D.S.Data3+

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2.2.5 TFX-IHD & TFX-OHD
Single HDMI signal card (refer to 6.2.5 for detailed specification)
HDMI1.3& HDCP1.3 compliant, capable to transmit DVI/ HDMI signal
Auto-detect input resolution
Max resolution: 1080p@60Hz
Output resolution adjustable via commands or GUI: including auto, 800x600,
1024x768, 720p, 1280x1024, 1080i, 1080p (default), 1920x1200
Support EDID Management and DDC communication
Input audio source selectable via command, including HDMI embedded audio
(default), and analog audio
Analog output audio can be enabled/ disabled via commands (default:
enabled)
Support EDID management& DDC communication
Figure 2- 10 TFX-IHD
Figure 2- 11 TFX-OHD
Pin layout of the HDMI connector (female).
No.
Signal
No.
Signal
1
TMDS Data 2+
11
TMDS Clock Shield
2
TMDS Data 2
Shield
12
TMDS Clock-
3
TMDS Data 2-
13
CEC
4
TMDS Data 1+
14
N.C.
5
TMDS Data 1
Shield
15
SCL
6
TMDS Data 1-
16
SDA
7
TMDS Data 0+
17
DDC/CEC Ground
8
TMDS Data 0
Shield
18
+5V Power
9
TMDS Data 0-
19
Hot Plug Detect
10
TMDS Clock+
TMDS Clock Shield

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3. System Connection
3.1 Precautions
1) System should be installed in a clean environment with proper temperature and
humidity.
2) All of the power switches, plugs, sockets, and power cords should be insulated and
safe.
3) All devices should be connected before power on.
3.2 System Diagram
The following diagram illustrates typical input and output connections that can be
utilized with TekFlex-12:
Figure 3- 1 Connection Diagram
11 12 13 14
12 13 14
11 14
Laptop
Projector
PC
Monitor
HDTV
Receiver
Transmitter
Camera
VGA Signal:
DVI Signal:
HDMI Signal:
HDBaseT Signal:
RS232 Signal:
TCP/IP Signal:
SDI Signal:
IR Signal:
IR Remote
DVD
HDTV
DVD
Laptop
Speaker
Audio Signal:
Laptop
Laptop
HDTV

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3.3 Connection Procedures
Step1.Insert necessary signal cards to the card slots.
Step2.Connect source device(s) (e.g. Blue-ray DVD) to corresponding input ports.
Step3.Connect displays to corresponding output ports.
Step4.Connect amplifier/ speaker to audio output ports.
Step5.Connect an IR Receiver to IR EYE to enable IR control.
Step6.Connect control device (e.g. a PC) to the RS232 port to enable serial control.
Step7.Connect control device (e.g. a PC) to the TCP/IP port to enable TCP/IP control.
Step8.Insert 100~240V AC outlet via the included power cord.
3.4 Application
With its flexible port and card design the TekFlex-12 is a great solution for many types of
systems. This product is ideal for small and large systems allowing the small systems to
be easily expanded to a larger system in the future. When used with video conferencing
or lecture capture, the TekFlex-12 solves switching issues with its seamless switching
and scaling. For the more demanding of quality user, the seamless switching adds an
improvement of the standard matrix.

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4. Operations
4.1 Front Panel Control
TekFlex-12 provides easy front panel button control for I/O switch, EDID management,
and system inquiry.
4.1.1 Switching I/O connection
Input/ output channels are recognized in double-digit, press 01~09 for channel 1~9.
1) To convert one input to an output:
Operation: “INPUT”+“OUTPUT”+“ENTER”
Example: transfer input 01 to output 12:
+ +
2) To convert an input to several outputs:
Operation: “INPUT” + “OUTPUT” + “OUTPUT” +… + “ENTER”
Example: Switch input 2 to output 2, 4
+ +
3) To convert an input to all outputs:
Operation: “input” + “ALL” + “ENTER”
Example: Convert input 02 to all outputs
+ +
4.1.2 EDID Learning
TekFlex-12 features EDID management to maintain compatibility between all devices.
One input port learns the EDID data of one output port
Operation: “EDID”+“INPUT”+“OUTPUT”+“ENTER”.
Example: Input 02 learns EDID data from output 4
+ + +
All input ports learn EDID data from one output port
Operation: “EDID”+“ALL”+“OUTPUT”+“ENTER”

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Example: All input ports learn EDID data from output 04
+ + +
4.1.3 Inquiry
Press and hold the button “ENTER”for 3 seconds to enter system inquiry mode. The
chart below shows information that can be inquired:
Function Items
Description
Example
Check customer
serial
Interface shown after entering
inquiry mode, customer serial
can be changed via RS232
command.
Check output
resolution
In inquiry mode, press output
channel to check its
resolution
Correspondence
between inputs
and outputs
“OUTPUT”+ “ENTER”
4.1.4 Clear operation
Function: clear the previous operations before pressing ENTER to enforce it. Press
CLEAR can only erase the operations not confirmed by pressing ENTER.

1) Input/output channels are recognized in double-digit, press 01~09 instead of 1~9.
2) The input delay time between two numbers of every input & output channel must be
less than 8 seconds; otherwise the operation will be cancelled.
3) The input/output channels on the rear panel are counting from left to right no matter
whether there is signal card. Use the Slot number above the card as the input and
output number.

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4.2 IR Control
Connect an IR receiver to IR EYE on the rear panel and users can control the switcher
with the included IR remote (shown as below):
①Standby: enter/ exit standby mode
②INPUTS: input selection buttons, channels 1~9
should be pressed as 01~09
③Function Buttons: share the same operation
with front panel buttons
④ENTER:
confirm operation
long-press (3 seconds or more) to enter
inquiry mode
Note: navigation buttons are unavailable.
⑤OUTPUTS: output selection buttons, channels
1~9 should be pressed as 01~09

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4.3 RS232 Control
TekFlex-12 provides a 3.5mm captive screw RS232 port for serial port control. Connect
TekFlex-12 to the control device (e.g. a PC) with RS232 cable and set the correct
parameters, the control device is capable to control TekFlex-12 via designed software.
4.3.1 RS232 PC Operation
To send commands to the TekFlex-12 an RS232 utility program like Hercules from HW
Group http://new.hwg.cz/files/download/sw/version/hercules_3-2-8.exe or CommWatch must be used.
The commands cannot be sent using a terminal program as one character at a time, and
must be sent as a group of characters.
When using Hercules to control the TekFlex-12, select the serial port tab, set the serial
settings and press the Open button. Enter the command you want to send and press the
Send button.
Hercules