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X2-88A
Modular 8x8 Matrix Switcher with Audio
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Version: X2-88A_2015V2.5
User Manual

X2-88A: Modular 8x8 Matrix Switcher (with Audio)
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Preface
Read this user manual carefully before using thisproduct. Pictures shown in this
manual isfor reference only,different model and specifications are subject toreal
product.
This manual isapplicable to X2-88 with little adjustment: X2-88 doesn’t support audio
signal cards.
This manual isonly for operation instruction only,not for any maintenance usage. The
functions described in this version are updated till August 2015.Any changes of
functions and parameters since then will be informed separately.Please refer to the
dealers for the latest details.
All product function is valid till 2015-8-3.
Trademarks
Product model and logo are trademarks of U.T.E. electronic GmbH & Co. KG.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged asthe properties
of the trademark owner. No part of this publication may be copied or reproduced
without the prior written consent.
FCC Statement
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,ifnot
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. It hasbeen 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 thisequipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in
which case the user at their own expense will be required totake 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 tooperate the equipment.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To insure the best from the 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 put any heavy items on the extension cable in case of extrusion.
Do not remove the housing of the device as opening or removing housing may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Install the device in a place with fine ventilation to avoid damage caused by
overheat.
Keep the module 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 module 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.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction.................................................................................................................1
1.1. About X2-88A....................................................................................................1
1.2. Features ...........................................................................................................1
1.2.1. X2signal card (changeable cards).........................................................2
1.3. Package List.....................................................................................................2
2. Panel Description........................................................................................................3
2.1. X2-88A..............................................................................................................3
2.1.1. Front Panel.............................................................................................3
2.1.2. Rear Panel..............................................................................................4
2.2. Changeable Cards............................................................................................4
2.2.1. X2-4I-DV & X2-4O-DV............................................................................4
2.2.2. X2-4I-DS& X2-4O-DS.............................................................................6
2.2.3. X2-4I-HD & X2-4O-HD............................................................................7
2.2.4. X2-4I-HS & X2-4O-HS............................................................................8
2.2.5. X2-4I-VG & X2-4O-VG............................................................................8
2.2.6. X2-4I-VA...............................................................................................10
2.2.7. X2-4I-SD & X2-4O-SD..........................................................................10
2.2.8. X2-4I-SS ...............................................................................................11
2.2.9. X2-4I-TP & X2-4O-TP............................................................................11
2.2.10. X2-4I-UH & X2-4O-UH.........................................................................12
2.2.11. X2-4I-UF& X2-4O-UF.........................................................................13
2.2.12. X2-4I-BT & X2-4O-BT..........................................................................14
2.2.13. X2-AU88 Stereo Audio (X2-88A Only).................................................15
3. System Connection...................................................................................................16
3.1. Usage Precautions .........................................................................................16
3.2. Connection Diagram.......................................................................................16
3.3. Application......................................................................................................16
4. Control Operations....................................................................................................17
4.1. Front Panel Button control..............................................................................17
4.2. IR Remote control...........................................................................................18

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4.3. RS232 Control................................................................................................18
4.3.1. Connection of RS232 Communication Port..........................................18
4.3.2. RS232 Communication Commands .....................................................19
4.4. TCP/IP Control (Optional)...............................................................................26
4.4.1. Control Modes......................................................................................26
4.4.2. Control X2-88A via TCP/IP communication software...........................28
4.4.3. Port Management.................................................................................29
5. Specification .............................................................................................................30
5.1. Main Unit ........................................................................................................30
5.2. Changeable Cards..........................................................................................30
5.2.1. X2-4I-DV & X2-4O-DV..........................................................................30
5.2.2. X2-4I-DS & X2-4O-DS..........................................................................31
5.2.3. X2-4I-HD & X2-4O-HD..........................................................................31
5.2.4. X2-4I-HS& X2-4O-HS..........................................................................32
5.2.5. X2-4I-VG & X2-4O-VG..........................................................................32
5.2.6. X2-4I-VA................................................................................................33
5.2.7. X2-4I-SD & X2-4O-SD...........................................................................33
5.2.8. X2-4I-SS ...............................................................................................34
5.2.9. X2-4I-TP & X2-4O-TP............................................................................34
5.2.10. X2-4I-UH & X2-4O-UH........................................................................34
5.2.11. X2-4I-UF& X2-4O-UF........................................................................35
5.2.12. X2-4I-BT & X2-4O-BT.........................................................................36
5.2.13. X2-AU88 (X288A Only) ......................................................................37
6. Troubleshooting & Maintenance ...............................................................................38
7. After-sales Service....................................................................................................40

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1. Introduction
1.1. About X2-88A
X2-88A is a high-performance 8x8 video and audio modular matrix switcher. It
supports different video signals with cross switching. Every video or audio signal is
transmitted and switched independently to decrease signal attenuation. X2-88A
supports various changeable cards including HMDI, DVI, VGA, SDI and HDBaseT
etc. Users can choose to insert different signal card for different application.
X2-88A boasts power off memory and audio signal can be switched separately or
jointly with video signal. It has 1 RS232 port and 1 optional TCP/IP portfor
convenient control from third-party.
With itsflexible design, X2-88A can be used for different project and tend to be an all-
in-one solution. It isthe combo solution for multimedia conference rooms, control
rooms, broadcasting rooms, shopping center etc. Itwill handle all the audiovisual
management,including the switching, driving, scaling etc.
1.2. Features
Modular chassis with configurable I/O slots, ranging from 4x4 to 8x8
Various I/O cards, includes HDMI, HDBaseT, SD/HD/3G-SDI, DVI and VGA cards
(Compatible with YUV, YC & CVBS.) to configure any matrix
Truly cross-point switching, any input to any output, regardless signal format
Support HDMI1.4a, support 3D
Integrated HDBaseT technology
Controllable via button, RS232 & optional TCP/IP, also compatible with 3rd parties
control
HDCP compliant
LCD display

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1.2.1. X2signal card(changeable cards)
X2-88A supports multiple signal cards as listed in the following charts:
Input Cards
Spec
Models
Inputs Signal Format
X2-4I-HD 4 HDMI
X2-4I-HS
4
HDMI& analog audio
X2-4I-DV 4 DVI
X2-4I-DS 4 DVI, HDMI, VGA, AV,
YPbPr
X2-4I-VG 4 VGA
X2-4I-VA
4
VGA& analog audio
X2-4I-SD 4 inputs& LOOP SDI
X2-4I-SS
4 inputs& LOOP
SDI
X2-4I-TP 4 HDMI TP, IR, RS232
X2-4I-UH
4
HDMI& analog Audio
X2-4I-UF 4 Optical Fiber
X2-4I-BT
4
HDBT, RS232, Audio
Output Cards
Spec
Models
Outputs Signal Format
X2-4O-HD 4 HDMI
X2-4O-HS
4
HDMI& analog audio
X2-4O-DV 4 DVI
X2.-4O-DS 4 DVI, HDMI, VGA, AV,
YPbPr
X2-4O-VG 4 VGA& Stereo
audio VGA, analog audio
X2-4O-SD
4 outputs& LOOP
SDI
X2-4O-TP 4 HDMI TP, IR, RS232
X2-4O-UH
4
HDMI& analog Audio
X2-4O-UF 4 Optical Fiber
X2-4O-BT
4
HDBT, RS232, Audio
1.3. Package List
1 x Power Cord
4 x Plastic cushions
1 x X2-88A
1 x IRremote (Not include battery)
1 x RS232 cable 1 x User manual
Notes: Confirm all the accessories are included, if not, please contact with the
dealers.

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2. Panel Description
2.1. X2-88A
2.1.1. Front Panel
Figure 2- 1 Front Panel of X2-88A
No.
Name
Description
①
IR
IR sensor, receive IR signal sent from IR remote
②Power
indicator
Illuminate red once powered on
③LCD
screen
Display real-time operation status
④INPUTS Back-lit buttons for input selection, ranges from 1~ 8, correspond to 1~8 sources on input signal cards (counting from left to right, top
to bottom)
⑤OUTPUTS Back-lit buttons for output selection, ranges from 1~ 8, correspond
to 1~8 displays on output signal cards (counting from left to right,
top to bottom)
⑥MENU
AV: Transfer
AV signal from AV signal card& audio signal from
audio card synchronously
VIDEO: Transfer AV signal from AV signal card only
AUDIO: Transfer audio signal from audio card only
ALL: Select all input/output channel
THROUGH:
To transfer the signals directly to the corresponding
output channels.
UNDO: Undo button, to resume to the status before the command
just performed.

: Backspace button, to backspace the last press.

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2.1.2. Rear Panel
Figure 2- 2 Rear Panel ofX2-88A
No.
Name
Description
①
INPUTS
Audio input slot
②OUTPUTS Audio output slot
③INPUTS Input signal card slots, 2 in total, insert necessary input cards here
④OUTPUTS Output signal card slots, 2 in total, insert necessary output cards
here
⑤Power port Connect with household alternating current power
⑥RS232 Serial control port, connect with RS232 port of control device.
⑦GND
connector
Used for system grounding
⑧TCP/IP Used for TCP/IP control port
2.2. Changeable Cards
X2-88A support expansion through various changeable input/ output cards ofdifferent
signals including DVI, HDMI, VGA, twisted pair, SDIetc. Here isa brief introduction to
the changeable cards.
2.2.1. X2-4I-DV& X2-4O-DV
DVI signal card. (Please check the specification from 5.2.1)
It isfully compatible with HDMI1.3 and HDCP,but not supporting analogy signal.
It is embedded EDID management technology,supporting DDC.
X2-4I-DV:input card, maximum four input signal. Input signal can pass to output
device through X2-4O-DV or other kinds of output cards.

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X2-4O-DV: output card, maximum four output signal, output signals from X2-4I-DV,
or other kinds of input cards.
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-
6
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+
C1 RED C2 Analog Green
C3 Analog Blue C4 Horizontal Sync
Analog
C5 GND
Note: Pin C1~C5 are not used in X2-4I-DV& X2-4O-DV.