User manual
4 Audio Authority HLX Series User Manual
* Many sources do not support 1080p output on component video; they may offer 1080p only on copy protected,
digital video outputs. Similarly, some TVs are not capable of displaying 1080p, even if they accept 1080p signals.
** Digital audio inputs are not converted to analog outputs, or vice versa.
*** Analog audio and IR pathways are only available using 2248 zone cards with dual Cat 5 receivers. IR must be
wired separately when used in a Single Cat 5 receiver zone (see page 18 for details).
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The HLX Series of modular matrix systems is designed to
be easy to control, expand, and customize for a wide range
of audio/video applications. It features multiple control
interfaces, a exible number of video and audio inputs/
outputs, and an ultra-wide bandwidth bus which enables
large matrix systems with no loss in signal quality. The
HLX Series offers IR, RS-232 and Ethernet control. Dual
Cat 5 output cards feature pathways for IR control signals
originating in the zones.
General HLX Features
• From 4 to 12 audio/video sources
• From 8 to 32 A/V zone outputs (depending on sources)
• Compatible with Ethernet, RS-232 serial, front panel IR,
rear panel IR control signal input
• Durable, easy to clean touch-sensitive front panel
• Supports component video, analog audio, digital audio
and IR
• Supports HD video resolutions up to 1080p*
• Cross-converts** digital audio – digital coax and
optical inputs are converted and output in both formats
simultaneously
• Breakaway switching allows selecting audio and video
sources independently
• Modular card cage design for maximum exibility
• Heavy duty, rack mountable, all metal construction
• Designed and built in Lexington, KY, USA
Benets for the Installer
• Permanent viewing restrictions on any number of zone/
source combinations
• Locking front panel controls can prevent tampering
• Delivers component video up to 1080p*, digital and
analog audio*** to zone receivers over Cat 5e/6 cables
• Cat 5 bus includes power for the zone receiver and an IR
pathway for control signals from each zone***
• Optimize picture quality at each zone location with our
Exclusive Active Gain Equalization (AGE) technology
• Five different Cat 5 receiver styles are available***
• LAN control via telnet using commands
• IR codes available for use with control systems including
Control 4, Logitech Harmony, and URC.
• Unique IR signal routing allows discrete control of
multiple sources of the same brand from different zones
• Efcient setup via downloadable PC application
• Requires no external power supply
Benets for the User
• Compatible with most control interface systems
• Any viewer can restrict other zones from viewing and/or
controlling his or her source (expires after 5 hours)
• Content in each zone can be monitored and controlled
from the HLX panel interface
Introducing HLX