Vanco EVMX4444 User manual

Vanco Part Number
EVMX4444
HDMI® 4x4 Matrix
Selector Switch
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HDMI® 4x4 MATRIX
SELECTOR SWITCH

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1. Do not expose this unit to water,
moisture, or excessive humidity.
2. Do not install or place this unit
in a built-in cabinet, or other
conned space without adequate
ventilation.
3. To prevent risk of electrical shock
or re hazard, due to overheating
do not obstruct unit’s ventilation
openings.
4. Do not install near any source of
heat, including other units that
may produce heat.
5. Do not place unit near ames.
6. Only clean unit with a dry cloth.
7. Unplug unit during lightening
storms or when not used for
an extended period of time.
A surge protector is strongly
recommended.
8. Protect the power cord from
being walked on or pinched,
particularly at the plugs.
9. Use unit only with accessories
specied by the manufacturer.
10. Refer all servicing to qualied
personnel.
CAUTION
HDMI is a very complex technology requiring continuous authentication of the signal
and the same video resolution and audio settings on all electronic equipment in the
system. When there are multiple sources and displays, the video resolution and
audio setting on all connected units must be adjusted to correspond with that of the
display having the lowest video and audio capability.
WARNING
DEAR CUSTOMER
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please
read these instructions carefully before connecting,
operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
This product is 100% inspected and tested in the United
States to verify HDMI performance parameters.

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INTRODUCTION
The Evolution by Vanco EVMX4444 HDMI 4x4 Matrix Selector Switch allows 4 HDMI
sources to be distributed to up to 4 displays simultaneously. Have multiple sources
displayed simultaneously on any display or have a single source duplicated on multiple
displays, exibility for the perfect solution. With an output bandwidth of 6.75 Gbps over
HDMI, the EVMX4444 is capable of full 1080p HD video and HD multi-channel audio
distribution with simple control using the front panel or remotely via IR Receivers at display
locations. Also features EDID management, which allows and encourages source and
display “handshake” for seamless integration. In addition, EVMX4444 is also equipped with
RS-232 and LAN connectivity which allows for rmware updates and third party integration.
For reliable, no-nonsense HDMI distribution and control on a budget, over short distances,
the EVMX4444 Matrix Selector Switch is a great choice for any application.
FEATURES
HDMI® 4x4 Matrix Selector Switch
Part # EVMX4444
• Allows up to 4 HDMI sources to be distributed simultaneously to up to 4 displays
• 1080p HD Matrix Switcher providing a perfect solution for Home or Retail AV as well
as Commercial and Hospitality installations on a budget
• Features EDID management which supports default HDMI EDID and has the ability to
learn the EDID of display equipment for any “handshake” issues
• HDCP Compliant
• Supports HDMI Deep Color and 3D
• Supports 7.1 channel digital audio
• Wideband bi-directional IR pass-through (20 to 60 kHz)
• Choose from 5 switching modes – front panel buttons, Local remote control, RS232
control, IR call-back (dedicated IR extension cable connected to IR extension port, and
IR emitters on sources required), and Ethernet control
• Easy installation with rack-mounting and wall-mounting design, rack mounting ear set
included
• Dimensions: 14.6”(371mm)Wx1.57”(40mm)Hx4.65”(118mm)D

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SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECS
HDCP Compliance...................................................... Yes
Video Bandwidth ........................................................ Single-link 225Mhz [6.75 Gbps]
Video Support ........................................................... 480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p @60 36-bit color
Audio Support ........................................................... Surround Sound (up to 7.1 ch) or stereo digital audio
ESD Protection .......................................................... [1] Human body model — ±19kV [air-gap discharge]
& ±12kV [contact discharge] [2] Core chipset — ±8kV
PCB stack-up ............................................................ 4-layer board [impedance control — differential
100Ω; single 50Ω]
Input ........................................................................ 4x HDMI / 1x RS-232 / 1x Ethernet / 1x IR socket for
IR receiver
Output...................................................................... 4x HDMI
HDMI connector ........................................................ Type A 19 pin female
RJ-45 connector........................................................ WE/SS 8P8C with 2 LED indicators
RS-232 connector ..................................................... DE-9 [9-pin D-sub female]
3.5mm connector ...................................................... [System IR] Receives IR commands from remote
control
MECHANICAL SPECS
Housing .................................................................... Metal enclosure
Fixedness.................................................................. 1RU rack-mount with ears
Power supply............................................................. 5V 4A DC
Power consumption.................................................... 20 Watts [max]
Operation temperature............................................... 32-104 degrees F
Storage temperature.................................................. -4 - 140 degrees F
Relative humidity ....................................................... 20-90% RH (no condensation)
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• (1) EVMX4444 HDMI 4x4 Matrix Selector Switch
• (5) IR Receiver (RX)
• (4) IR Blaster (TX)
• (1) DC 5V4A in-line with C7 power cord
• (1) Rack-mounting ear set
• (1) IR remote control
• (1) Installation software CD
• (1) User Manual

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1. Power Switch:
2. Port 1-4: Input source channels mapping LED for each output channel
3. Port 1-4 Select: Push button for selecting input channels
4. Source Status: Input source indicator LED
5. IR SENSOR: IR sensor for receiving the IR commands from IR remote
6. LED: Power indicator
7. RS-232: RS-232 control port
8. Ethernet: Ethernet control port
9. IR Blaster 1-4: 3.5mm IR blaster socket for individual HDMI source contro
10. INPUT 1-4: HDMI inputs
11. IR Receiver 1-4: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR
receiver
12. OUTPUT 1-4: HDMI outputs
13. System IR Receiver: Ext. IR receiver
14. All IR Output: 3.5mm IR blaster socket for HDMI source control on all 4 inputs
15. +5V DC: 5V DC power jack
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EDID
The EDID switch allows for EDID learning or to pre-set an EDID to encourage a “handshake” between the
display and source.
The EDID learning function is only necessary whenever any display on the HDMI output port is not outputting
audio and video properly. Because the HDMI source devices and displays may have various level of capability in
playing audio and video, the general principle is that the source device will output the lowest standards in audio
format and video resolutions to be acceptable among all HDMI displays connected. In this case, a 720p stereo
HDMI signal output would be probably the safest choice. The EDID function can also force the matrix to learn
the EDID of the lowest capable HDMI display among others to make sure all displays are capable to play the
HDMI signals normally.
There are two methods for EDID Learning as shown below:
1. IR Remote Control: Please refer to the Operation Control – IR Remote Control
section
2. Software Control: Please refer to the Operation Control – EDID section
EDID Settings:
There are eight embedded default EDID settings as shown below,
1. Full-HD(1080p@60)-24bit 2D & 2ch
2. Full-HD(1080p@60)-24bit 2D & 7.1ch
3. Full-HD(1080p@60)-24bit 3D & 2ch
4. Full-HD(1080p@60)-24bit 3D & 7.1ch
5. HD(1080i@60)(720p@60)-24bit 2D & 2ch
6. HD(1080i@60)(720p@60)-24bit 2D & 7.1ch
7. Full-HD(1080p@60)-36bit 2D & 2ch
8. Full-HD(1080p@60)-36bit 2D & 7.1ch

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OPERATION CONTROL - IR
REMOTE CONTROL
1. INPUT/OUTPUT Switch - Push the corresponding button on the remote to select Input & Output port.
Ex: Select Input 2 to Output 3 - The button highlighted in the red circle button shown below to select Input 2
to Output 3
2. Function Key
Button Function
OFF Standby mode
ON Power on the matrix switcher
STATUS Preset output status
SAVE Save current mapping mode
PRESET Preset mapping mode
DEFAULT EDID Begin default EDID selection
LEARN EDID Begin EDID learning from one output
CLEAR Clear the previous IR operation procedure
TAKE Trigger the previous setting
F1 Reserved
F2 Reserved

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1. System Requirement
1) OS Information: MS WinXP/7
2) Baud rates: 9600
3) Software size: 3 MB
4) Minimum RAM requirement: 256 MB
OPERATION CONTROL – Software control through RS-232
OPERATION CONTROL - SOFTWARE
CONTROL THROUGH RS-232 AND
ETHERNET PORT
1. I/O Routing Button
2. Rename I/O Button
3. EDID Button
4. Network Button
5. F/W Update & Default Reset Button
6. Refresh COM Port
7. COM Port Selection
8. Connection Status
9. Connect/Disconnect Button
10. Control SW via RS-232
11. Control SW via Network
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1. I/O Routing Button
I/O:
Select the input
Click “Send” to change the I/O setting
Save Mapping:
Select Mapping(1-8)
Click “Save” button to save current mapping
Preset Mapping:
Select Mapping(1-8)
Click “Recall” button to recall previous mapping which are saved

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2. Rename I/O Button
Rename I/O:
Rename output name
Rename input name
Rename Mapping:
Rename Mapping name

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3. EDID BUTTON
Learn EDID from Default
Select Default EDID(1-8 Default EDID)
Select Input
Click “Send” button to learn default EDID
Learn EDID From Display
Select output
Select Input
Click “Send” button to learn display EDID
Load EDID File to Input
Select Input
Click “Load” button to select the EDID le
View EDID
Select Input or HDMI output
Click “View” button to read the EDID and analysis
Create EDID
Click “Create” button to create EDID le
Select the EDID content
Click “Save EDID on Computer” to save the generated EDID as a le

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4. NETWORK
Save Setting
Save the IP address which is manually entered
Read Setting:
Read the IP address from the device
** The default IP address is 192.168.1.111

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5. SYSTEM BUTTON
Firmware Update
Version:
To get the F/W version information
Factory Reset

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6. COM PORT SELECTION
Click “ ” button to select COM Port
7. CONNECTION STATUS
Connected Status:
Connecting Status:
Disconnected Status:
8. CONNECT/DISCONNECT
Click this button “ ” to change connection status

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Click “ ” button to switch to Ethernet function
If Ethernet is connected, the button will show the sign image to let you know.
9. RS-232
10. ETHERNET
Click “ ” button to switch to RS-232 function.
If RS-232 is connected, the button will show the sign image to let you know

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CONNECTION DIAGRAM
CONNECT AND OPERATE
1. Connect up to 4 sources such as a Blu-Ray Player, game console, A/V Receiver,
Cable or Satellite Receiver, etc. to the HDMI inputs on the unit.
2. Connect the output HDMI ports, starting with ouput 1, to high-denition displays
such as an HDTV or HD projector that use HDMI inputs. Note that high-speed
HDMI cables are recommended for the distances that are required for each
connection.
3. For power, plug in the source rst, followed by the Matrix Selector Switcher (power
supply included), followed by each output connected.
4. Power on each device in the same sequence.
At this point each display connected should display the assigned source (input 1 at default when powered
on initially), scroll through each of the sources on each display to ensure everything is in working order. Use
included IR remote at each display receiver to test switching function between sources and IR function itself.
If a display is having difculty receiving a signal, access the display’s menu and adjust the resolution (lowest to
highest until signal is displayed). A 24 Hz vertical refresh rate may work better than 60 Hz or higher. If the IR
remote function is not responding, check the emitters to ensure they are placed correctly and are plugged into
the correct IR jacks on the Matrix Selector Switcher unit.

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IR PASS-THROUGH
IR Blaster TX IR Receiver RX
IR BLASTER (EV-IRTX)
Plug IR Blaster into IR TX port of matrix unit (EVMX4444); place blaster in front of the IR
eye of the corresponding source.
IR RECEIVER (EV-IRRX)
Plug IR Receiver into IR RX port of matrix unit (EVMX4444); place receiver at or near
corresponding display.
IR Blaster TX IR Receiver RX
1. IR Signal
2. Grounding
1. IR Signal 20-60
kHz)
2. Grounding
3. Power

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NOTICE
1. Vanco High Speed HDMI cables are strongly recommended for use with this product
to ensure best results.
2. Incorrect placement of IR Blaster and Receiver may result in the failure of the unit.
Please check carefully before plugging in the IR accessories into the respective IR
sockets.
3. If your HDMI display has multiple HDMI inputs, it is found that the rst HDMI input
[HDMI input #1] generally can produce better transmission performance among all
HDMI inputs.

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TROUBLE-SHOOTING
1. Best results are usually achieved when the source and display resolutions are the
same. If resolutions differ, the extenders will try to adjust the signal to match the
resolution of the HDTV with the lowest resolution. This will result in a picture with a
lower resolution on the other HDTV sets.
2. If you do not get audio and video, access the “setup” menu on the TV to adjust the
audio and video settings. If the HDMI control circuit cannot establish a handshake,
then there usually will be no audio or video in addition to a blue or black screen with
a statement similar to “this protocol not supported” or “weak signal”.
3. If the above mentioned messages display, reset the receiver by disconnecting the
power supply. You can also disconnect all of the HDMI and power cables, wait 15
minutes for any voltages to decay and then reconnect all of the cables.
4. If you are still encountering issues, attempt the “hot-plug concept. With all of the
HDMI cables disconnected, turn on the source and plug in the HDMI cable into it’s
output, then power up the Vanco unit and plug the HDMI cable into it’s input, nally
turn on the display and plug the HDMI cable from the receiver into it. This activates
all of the devices in corresponding order and results in a signal being plugged into a
device that is on and will attempt to connect the signal.
5. Most of the major source and display manufacturers employ a proprietary control
channel to communicate between devices from the same manufacturer. Sometimes
this can interfere with the HDMI control circuit or the authentication of the signal.
Call the manufacturer if you experience this issue. Sometimes a player, an audio/
video receiver, or a cable/satellite box may not have the latest software update,
usually this can be downloaded from the manufacturer’s website.
6. If you have problems with the IR control circuit, make sure that the IR RX pigtail is
plugged into extender receiver and pointed at the display, and the IR TX pigtail is
attached to the extender sender and pointed at the source.