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X2-88A
Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8
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Version: X2-88A_2018V1.3
User Manual

X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8
U.T.E. electronic GmbH & Co. KG www.ute.de
Preface
Read this user manual carefully before using the product. Pictures are shown in this
manual for reference only. Different models and specifications are subject to real
product.
This manual is only for operation instruction, please contact the local distributor for
maintenance assistance. The functions described in this version were updated till July,
2018. In the constant effort to improve the product, we reserve the right to make
functions or parameters changes without notice or obligation. Please refer to the
dealers for the latest details.
All product function is valid till 2018-07-05.
Trademarks
Product model and logo are trademarks of U.T.E. electronic GmbH & Co. KG.
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
the prior written consent.
FCC Statement
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate 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 ensure 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. Product Introduction..........................................................................................1
1.2. Features ...........................................................................................................1
1.3. Signal Card.......................................................................................................2
1.4. Package List .....................................................................................................3
2. Panel Description........................................................................................................4
2.1. Matrix Front Panel ............................................................................................4
2.2. Matrix Rear Panel .............................................................................................5
2.3. Signal Cards .....................................................................................................6
2.3.1. VGA Signal Cards...................................................................................6
2.3.1.1.X2-4I-VA: 1080P seamless VGA input card ..................................7
2.3.1.2.X2-4O-VG: 1080P seamless VGA input card w. audio ports.........8
2.3.1.3.X2-4O-VS: 1080P seamless VGA output card w. audio ports .......8
2.3.2. HDMI Signal Cards.................................................................................9
2.3.2.1.X2-4I-HS: 1080P seamless HDMI input card ................................9
2.3.2.2.X2-4O-HS: 1080P seamless HDMI output card ..........................10
2.3.2.3.X2-4I-UH: 4K HDMI input card....................................................11
2.3.2.4.X2-4O-UH: 4K HDMI output card................................................11
2.3.3. SDI Signal Cards ..................................................................................12
2.3.3.1.X2-4I-SS: 1080P seamless SDI input card .................................12
2.3.3.2.X2-4O-SS: 1080P seamless SDI output card .............................12
2.3.4. DVI Signal Cards ..................................................................................13
2.3.4.1.X2-4IDV: 1080p DVI input card ...................................................15
2.3.4.2.X2-4O-DV: 1080P DVI output card .............................................15
2.3.4.3.X2-4I-DS: 1080P seamless DVI input card .................................16
2.3.4.4.X2-4O-DS: 1080P seamless DVI output card .............................16
2.3.5. HDBaseT Signal Cards.........................................................................17
2.3.5.1.X2-4I-BT: 4K HDBaseT input card...............................................18
2.3.5.2.X2-4O-BT: 4K HDBaseT output card...........................................18
2.3.5.3.X2-4I-BTS: 1080P seamless HDBaseT input card......................19

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2.3.5.4.X2-4O-BTS: 1080P seamless HDBaseT output card..................20
2.3.6. Optical Signal Cards.............................................................................21
2.3.6.1.X2-4I-UFS: 1080P seamless OPTICAL input card......................21
2.3.6.2.X2-4O-UFS: 1080P seamless OPTICAL output card..................22
3. System Connection...................................................................................................23
3.1. Usage Precautions .........................................................................................23
3.2. Connection Diagram X2-88A ..........................................................................23
4. Button Control...........................................................................................................24
5. IR Remote Control ....................................................................................................25
6. RS232 Control ..........................................................................................................26
6.1. RS232 Communication Port ...........................................................................26
6.2. RS232 Control Software .................................................................................26
6.2.1. Installation/ uninstallation of RS232 Control Software ..........................26
6.2.2. Basic Setting.........................................................................................26
6.3. RS232 Communication Command .................................................................28
6.3.1. System Control Command....................................................................29
6.3.2. Signal Switching Command..................................................................30
6.3.3. Preset Command..................................................................................30
6.3.4. EDID Management Command..............................................................31
6.3.5. X2-4I-VA Input Card Command ............................................................32
6.3.6. X2-4O-VS Output Card Command .......................................................33
6.3.7. X2-4I-HS Input Card Command............................................................36
6.3.8. X2-4O-HS Output Card Command .......................................................38
6.3.9. X2-4I-UH Input Card Command ...........................................................38
6.3.10. X2-4I-DS Input Card Command..........................................................39
6.3.11. X2-4O-DS Output Card Command .....................................................41
6.3.12. X2-4I-SS Input Card Command..........................................................44
6.3.13. X2-4O-SS Output Card Command .....................................................45
6.3.14. X2-4I-BT Input Card Command ..........................................................45
6.3.15. X2-4I-BTS Input Card Command........................................................46
6.3.16. X2-4O-BTS Output Card Command ...................................................48

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6.3.17. X2-4I-UFS Input Card Command .......................................................51
6.3.18. X2-4O-UFS Output Card Command...................................................52
7. TCP/IP Control..........................................................................................................55
7.1. Control Mode ..................................................................................................55
7.1.1. Controlled by Single PC .......................................................................55
7.1.2. Controlled by PC(s) in LAN...................................................................56
7.2. TCP/IP Communication Software ...................................................................57
7.3. Port Management ...........................................................................................58
8. Specification .............................................................................................................59
8.1. Main Unit ........................................................................................................59
8.2. Changeable Signal Cards...............................................................................60
8.2.1. VGA Signal Cards.................................................................................60
8.2.1.1.X2-4I-VA ......................................................................................60
8.2.1.2.X2-4O-VG ...................................................................................61
8.2.1.3.X2-4O-VS....................................................................................61
8.2.2. HDMI Signal Cards...............................................................................62
8.2.2.1.X2-4I-HS .....................................................................................62
8.2.2.2.X2-4O-HS ...................................................................................62
8.2.2.3.X2-4I-UH .....................................................................................63
8.2.2.4.X2-4O-UH ...................................................................................64
8.2.3. SDI Signal Cards ..................................................................................65
8.2.3.1.X2-4I-SS .....................................................................................65
8.2.3.2.X2-4O-SS....................................................................................65
8.2.4. DVI Signal Cards ..................................................................................66
8.2.4.1.X2-4I-DV .....................................................................................66
8.2.4.2.X2-4O-DV ...................................................................................67
8.2.4.3.X2-4I-DS .....................................................................................68
8.2.4.4.X2-4O-DS ...................................................................................69
8.2.5. HDBaseT Signal Cards.........................................................................70
8.2.5.1.X2-4I-BT......................................................................................70
8.2.5.2.X2-4O-BT....................................................................................71

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8.2.5.3.X2-4I-BTS ...................................................................................72
8.2.5.4.X2-4O-BTS .................................................................................73
8.2.6. Optical Signal Cards.............................................................................74
8.2.6.1.X2-4I-UFS ...................................................................................74
8.2.6.2.X2-4O-UFS .................................................................................74
9. Troubleshooting & Maintenance ...............................................................................75
10. After-sales/ Customer Service ................................................................................77

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1. Introduction
1.1. Product Introduction
The X2-88A is a high-performance 8x8 video and audio modular matrix switcher. It
supports different video signals with cross switching. Every AV 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.
The X2-88A has 1 RS232 port and 1 TCP/IP port for convenient control from third-party.
With its flexible design, X2-88A can be used for different project and tend to be an all-
in-one solution. It is the combo solution for multimedia conference rooms, control
rooms, broadcasting rooms, shopping center etc. It will 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.
⚫Supports HDMI1.4a, 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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1.3. Signal Card
The matrix supports multiple signal cards as listed in the following charts:
Signal
Model
Description
VGA
X2-4I-VA
1080P seamless VGA input card with 4 VGA and 4
external L+R audio ports.
X2-4O-VG
1080P VGA output card with 4 VGA and 4 external
stereo audio ports.
X2-4O-VS
1080P seamless VGA output card with 4 VGA and 4
external L+R audio ports.
HDMI
X2-4I-HS
1080P seamless HDMI input card with 4 HDMI and 4
external L+R audio ports.
X2-4O-HS
1080P seamless HDMI output card with 4 HDMI and 4
external L+R audio ports.
X2-4I-UH
4K HDMI input card with 4 HDMI, and 4 external L+R
audio ports.
X2-4O-UH
4K HDMI output card with 4 HDMI and 4 external L+R
audio ports.
SDI
X2-4I-SS
1080P seamless SDI input card with 4 SDI input and 4
loop output ports.
X2-4O-SS
1080P seamless SDI output card with 4 SDI output
and 4 loop output ports.
DVI
X2-4I-DV
1080P DVI input card with 4 DVI ports
X2-DO-DV
1080P DVI input card with 4 DVI ports
X2-4I-DS
1080P seamless DVI input card with 4 DVI ports.
X2-4O-DS
1080P seamless DVI output card with 4 DVI ports.
HDBaseT
X2-4I-BT
4K HDBaseT input card with 4 HDBT, 4 RS232 and 4
external stereo audio ports.
X2-4O-BT
4K HDBaseT output card with 4 HDBT, 4 RS232 and 4
external stereo audio ports.
X2-4I-BTS
1080P seamless HDBaseT input card with 4 HDBT, 4
RS232 and 4 external stereo audio ports.

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X2-4O-BTS
1080P seamless HDBaseT output card with 4 HDBT,
4 RS232 and 4 external stereo audio ports.
OPTICAL
X2-4I-UFS
1080P seamless OPTICAL input card with 4 OPTICAL
ports.
X2-4O-UFS
1080P seamless OPTICAL output card with 4
OPTICAL ports.
1.4. Package List
⚫1x X2-88A: Modular Matrix Switcher 8x8 Chassis
⚫1x IR Remote
⚫1x RS232-CBL-DB9F-3P: RS232 Cable
⚫4x Plastic Cushions
⚫1x Power Cord
⚫1 x User Manual
Notes:
•Please confirm if the product and the accessories are all included, if not, please
contact with the dealers.
•Please contact your dealer immediately if any damage or defect in the components
is found.