Zigen HX-44 User manual

Matrix Switching System—User Manual
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User Manual
Matrix Routing Switch
HDMI 4x4
HX-44
V.2012HX44.00
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Before You Begin
Follow all instructions marked on the device during using.
Do not attempt to maintain the device yourself.
Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
The system should be installed indoor only. Install either on a sturdy rack or desk in a
well-ventilated place.
Do not use liquid cleaners to clean the device.
Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.
Unplug the power cord during lightning or after a prolonged period of non-use to avoid
damage to equipment.

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Table of Contents
1.0 Matrix System Overview ..........................................................................................................4
1.0.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................4
1.0.2 Packing...........................................................................................................................5
2.0 Host Installation ........................................................................................................................5
3.0 Specifications ............................................................................................................................6
4.0 Front/Rear Panels......................................................................................................................6
4.0.1 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................6
4.0.2 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................8
5.0 HDMI Matrix and Peripherals Connection...............................................................................9
5.0.1 Input/Output Connections ..............................................................................................9
5.0.2 HDMI Matrix and Control Computer Connection.......................................................10
5.0.3 IR2 Connection ............................................................................................................12
5.0.4 Power connection.........................................................................................................12
6.0 Matrix Application Software...................................................................................................13
6.0.1 Software Introduction...................................................................................................13
6.0.1.1 Software Description.........................................................................................13
6.0.1.2 Software Activation...........................................................................................13
6.0.2 Software Features.........................................................................................................14
6.0.2.1 Main Operation Interface Functions .................................................................15
6.0.2.2 Disconnect Function Keys ................................................................................17
6.0.2.3 Select all output, DeSelect all output Switching Functions ..............................18
6.0.2.4 Disconnect all Command..................................................................................19
6.0.2.5 Memory Function..............................................................................................19
6.0.2.6 Options Function...............................................................................................20
6.0.2.7 Other Application..............................................................................................20
7.0 Operation Examples................................................................................................................21
8.0 Communication Protocol/Control Command Code................................................................23
9.0 Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................23
Appendix A RS-232 Communication Protocol.............................................................................25
A-1 Host Request..................................................................................................................25
A-1.1 Device Byte.........................................................................................................25
A-1.2 Request Byte.......................................................................................................26
A-1.3 Index Byte...........................................................................................................28
A-1.4 Value Byte...........................................................................................................29
A-1.5 CRC Byte............................................................................................................30
A-2 DeviceACK Packet .......................................................................................................31
A-2.1 ACK Type A........................................................................................................31
A-2.2 ACK Type B........................................................................................................32

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A-2.3 ACK Type C........................................................................................................33
A-2.4 ACK Type D........................................................................................................34
A-2.5 ACK Type E ........................................................................................................35

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1.0 Matrix System Overview
1.0.1 Introduction
ZIGEN HX-44 Matrix Switcher is high performance HDMI matrix switcher designed for
applications where routing of high resolution digital video signals are required. HX-44
Matrix switch is HDMI 1.3c compatible and supports resolutions up to 1920x1200 and
HDTV 1080p/60, HX-44 also ensures simultaneous distribution of any input source
signal to one or more compliant displays.( one-to-one / one-to-many combination)
HX-44 matrix switchers are ideal for use in smaller bars, restaurants, commercial and
residential environments where distribution of high resolution, digital video signals are
needed and digital pathway is essential for maintaining the highest possible image
quality from all sources.
HX-44 can be operated via the front panel, RS-232 serial control or IR
Figure 1-1 HX-44 Matrix

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1.0.2 Packing
HDMI Matrix Host
RS-232 Communication Connecting Cable
Adapter
IR Extended Line
Controller
HDMI Matrix Software CD
User Manual
2 Rack-Mount Bracket
6 Screws (for Brackets)
2.0 Host Installation
The HDMI Series Matrix Host is made of metallic housing. It can be placed on a sturdy
desk directly or installed on a 19-in bracket. See Figure 2-1 below:
Figure 2-1 Mount the HDMI Matrix Host on a Standard Bracket

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3.0 Specifications
Function
HX-44
Input Connector
4 x HDMI Type A
Output Connector
4 x HDMI Type A
RS-232 Connector
DB9 Female
Select Switch
13
LCD Module
1
Max. Resolution
1080P
Highest TMDS Frequency
225 MHz
HDMI Cable Distance
10 meter (Max.)
Power Adapter (Min.)
DC 12V
Housing
Metal
Weight
2350 g
Dimensions (LxWxH)
440x185x42mm
4.0 Front/Rear Panels
4.0.1 Rear Panel
Figure 4-1 HX-44 Front Panel
The HX-44 Matrix Switching System supports up to 4 Output/Input switching keys on the
front Panel allow you to switch signals quickly.
Operation methods as follows:
“Output Channel”+“Input Channel”

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OUT 1~4 keys (output channel):Indicate the Channel 1~Channel 4 for HDMI signal
output to peripheral display. You can also use these keys to adjust the status or access
the settings
IN 1~4 keys (input channel):Indicate the Channel 1~Channel 4 for HDMI signal input.
You can use these keys to switch to the connection of the connected signal source
channels.
IR1: Infrared receiver.
All: This key allows you to set single input channel to all output channels.
-Press “All”key.
-Select one of the IN 1~4 keys.
-The selected IN x key will deliver the signal to all output channels.
-You can also press “All”key and then the “OFF”key to disable all the displayed
images.
OFF: Disable the entire output channels. Press one of the OUT x keys that you want to
disable, then press the OFF key.
STO: The “Store Key”saves all current input/output corresponding relations.
-Press the “STO”key.
-Arrange the Output and Input channel combinations.
-The relation between the Output and Input settings will be saved in the memory
temporarily.
RCL: The “Retriever Key”retrieves the saved input/output corresponding relations.
-Press the “RCL”key.
-Then press the previously saved output channel key
-The system will retrieve the saved input/output status and implement current
status switching.
EDID: FIX (fix mode) and TV1 (access the first output channel) selection key.
-FIX mode: The HX-44 will supply a set of fixed EDID values to support up to
1080P high performance TV.
-TV1 mode: The HX-44 will access the EDID values of high performance TV that
is connected to the first output channel, and copy the EDID value to all the input
channels so that the DVD player can support all the HDTV‟s.
LCD: LCD display shows current HDMI matrix status and operation status.

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4.0.2 Rear Panel
Figure 4-2 HX-44 Rear Panel
The HX-44 supports up to 4 input/output jacks on the rear panel, each 4th row HDMI
female terminals form the signal input/output jacks.
RS-232: Use the RS-232 connection cable to connect the computer serial port (COM1
or COM2) to the RS232 communication port of the HDMI matrix host. The computer
can then be used to control the HDMI matrix after installation of application software.
The RS-232 port is a 9-pin female connector.
DC 12V: The Power is applicable for DC12V
IR2: Connect to the IR Extended Receiver .
INPUT 1~4: HDMI input Channels for source devices
OUTPUT 1~4: HDMI output Channels HDTV‟s or Monitors.
HDMI Type A Connector pin definition:
Pin #
Signal
Pin #
Signal
1
TMDS Data2+
11
TMDS Clock Shield
2
TMDS Data2 Shield
12
TMDS Clock-
3
TMDS Data2-
13
NC
4
TMDS Data1+
14
NC
5
TMDS Data1 Shield
15
DDC-SCL
6
TMDS Data1-
16
DDC-SDA
7
TMDS Data0+
17
DDC-Ground
8
TMDS Data0 Shield
18
+5V Power
9
TMDS Data0-
19
Hot Plug Detect
10
TMDS Clock+

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5.0 HDMI Matrix and Peripherals Connection
Figure 5-1 HDMI Matrix System Connections
5.0.1 Input/Output Connections
Use the HDMI connecting cable to connect the Input/Output port (No.1 ~ No.4) to the
HDMI port of the DVD Player/HDTV.
Figure 5-2 Input Connection
Figure 5-3 Output Connection

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5.0.2 HDMI Matrix and Control Computer Connection
Use the RS-232 connecting cable to connect the computer serial port (COM1 or COM2)
to the RS-232 communication port of the HDMI matrix host. The computer can then be
used to control the HDMI matrix after installation of application software. Aside from
using the front panel keys for switching operation, you are also permitted to use the
RS-232 connection port for remote operation.
Figure 5-4 HDMI Matrix and Computer Connection
The Leg functions are described as below:
Pin No.
Leg
Description
1
N/u
Null
2
Tx
Send
3
Rx
Receive
4
N/u
Null
5
Gnd
Ground
6
N/u
Null
7
N/u
Null
8
N/u
Null
9
N/u
Null
Figure 5-5

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Figure 5-5 (a)
Figure 5-5 (b)
The Matrix RS-232 port is defined as DCE.

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5.0.3 IR2 Connection
The HDMI matrix provides you an IR Extended Line for more convenient to react to the
controller. Please connect the IR Extended Line to the IR2 port that is on the rear panel.
Figure 5-6 IR Connection
5.0.4 Power connection
Use the included adapter to connect from the power port on the rear panel of HDMI
matrix host to the outlet.
Figure 5-7 Power Connection

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6.0 Matrix Application Software
6.0.1 Software Introduction
The 《AV Matrix》Matrix control software applies to different input/output matrixes.
6.0.1.1 Software Description
The《AV Matrix》matrix testing software is an application tool developed for matrix testing
and application. The software operation environment is as follows:
Window98/2000/NT/XP operating systems
32M internal memory or above
10M hard disk space or above
CD-ROM
At least one serial communication port
6.0.1.2 Software Activation
First, you must power off both the HDMI matrix and the computer. Then, connect the
matrix RS-232 port to the PC RS-232 port with the bundled communication cable. (Refer
to the previous section “HDMI Matrix and Control Computer Connection”.
Power on the HDMI matrix and the computer:
Activate the AV Matrix.exe on the bundled CD-ROM in the control computer to enter the
software configuration screen.

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6.0.2 Software Features
The software controls signal connection between the corresponding input port and
output port as required. The main configuration screen is shown below:
Figure 6-1 《AV Matrix》Software Configuration Screen
HX-44 is integrated Video/Audio switching equipment; please select the Video check
box before you begin to operate the software.
Scroll on the left area of the main screen to view contents as shown below.

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6.0.2.1 Main Operation Interface Functions
Refer to the main configuration screen as above, the marked blue area shows crossing
matrix of output ports 01-04 and input ports 01-04. Basic operation is described as
below:
Example, Selecting Matrix Switching Functions:
HX-44 matrix having all the input/output ports properly connected to the equipment. If
you want to set channel 1 input to channel 2, 3 and 4 output; channel 3 input to channel
1 output. There are 2 ways to implement the switching. Please follow the ways and steps
to finish the switching functions:
First: Make sure you have selected “Video” check box ( ). Directly click on the
corresponding icons on the matrix to transform them into to complete the
switching operation.
Second:
Step 1: Make sure you have selected “Video” check box ( ).
Step 2: Select the “Output” number keys 02, 03 and 04 to the right of the blue
configuration area, and select the “Input” number key 01 below. Then,
press consecutively the previously selected “Output” number keys 02, 03
and 04 (or you can press the “Deselect all output” key). This way, you have
selected “Input” 01 and “Output” 02, 03 and 04 switching.
Step 3: First select the “Output” number key 01 to the right of the blue configuration
area, and select the “Input” number key 03 on the bottom. Then, press the
previously selected “Output” number key 01 (or you can press the
“Deselect all output” key). This way, you have selected Input 03 and
Output 01 switching.
Upon completion of the above 3 steps, you have actually completed the switching
operation of having channel 1 input to channel 2, 3 and 4 output while at the same time
successfully switched from channel 3 input to channel 1 output.
The main configuration screen also shows you some function buttons for easy operation:
Disconnect: To disable the connections. After you had configured the connection
between input and output ports, you can click this button to disable the connections.
Select all output: Click this button to select all output ports including output 01~04.
Deselect all output: Click this button to cancel presently selected output ports. After you
had configured a connected combination, please click this button first for next settings.
Disconnect all: To stop feed to all connections.

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Scan: To refresh the values of the configuration screen. Any changed settings directly on
the HX-44 equipment will not respond to theAV Matrix operating interface, you have to
click the Scan button to refresh the configuration screen so that it may show the
changed values.
Options: Allows you to configure the Port number and Baud rate.
Exit: Click this button to exit the configuration screen.
Save: Click this button to save the connected combinations for both output ports and
input ports.
Load: Click this button to retrieve the previously saved settings.
For more information and operations, please refer to next chapters.

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6.0.2.2 Disconnect Function Keys
Disable all the unused output ports.
A specific example of operation is described as below:
The present input and output relations are shown in Figure 6-2 below:
Figure 6-2
First you have to disable the output ports including port 03、02、and 01.
Step 1: First press down the output number keys 03, 02 and 01 to the right of the blue
configuration area.
Step 2: Press the “Disconnect” key;
Step 3: Press the previously pressed output number keys 03, 02 and 01 (or press the
“Deselect all output” key) to complete the operation.

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The final results will be as shown in Figure 6-3 below:
Figure 6-3
6.0.2.3 Select all output, Deselect all output Switching Functions
（1）Select all output Function Description: You can use this function to select all
output ports to output one input port.
A specific example of operation is described below:
Example: Your HX-44 matrix with all input and output ports properly connected to the
equipment. The needed input/output ports should be set to channel 1 input and sent to
all output-ports.
Make sure you have selected the “Video”check box ( ). Then, press the
“Select all output”key and select the input number key 01. Click on the matrix icons
along the 01 row to transform them into to complete the command operation.
（2）Deselect all output Function Description: It is used to disable the Select all
output function.

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6.0.2.4 Disconnect all Command
Function Description: To disable all switching functions. Press the “Disconnect all”
key to disable all the connections of input and output ports.
6.0.2.5 Memory Function
Function Description: To store and retrieve the settings.
Store Function Description: The Store Function saves all the preset input/output
switching relations to any Location from #1 to #4 you desire.
A specific example of the Store Function is described below:
Stores all the preset input/output switching relations to Location #1. First, select Location
#1, as shown in the figure below. Then click the Save key to save all the preset
input/output switching relations to Location #1.
Figure 6-4
Retrieve Function Description: To retrieve the saved input/output switching relations.
A specific example of the Retrieve Function is described below:
To retrieve the input/output corresponding relations saved in Location #1. First, select
Location #1 as shown in the figure below. Then click the Load key to retrieve all the
input/output corresponding relations stored in Location #1.
,
Figure 6-5