™ ASP-816H ™ ASP-168H ™ ASP-1616H 8 x 16, 16 x 8, 16x16 HDMI Matrix User Manual Manual Number: 101001
Safety and Notice The ASP-816H, ASP-168H, and ASP-1616H 16x16 HDMI 1.3 Matrix has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipments, the matrices should be used with care. Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit. z Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
Introduction The ASP-816H, ASP-168H, and ASP-1616H are high-performance professional HDMI 1.3 digital signal switcher that can be used for cross switching of multiple sources to multiple destinations. They can be used in broadcasting, multimedia meeting rooms, digital signage, education, residential, and command control centers. It also has an adaptable compensation to extend the input distance to 36 meters.
Features z HDMI 1.3 compliant z HDCP compliant z Allows any source to be displayed on multiple displays at the same time z Allows any HDMI display to view any HDMI source at any time z Supports 7.1 channel digital audio z Supports default HDMI EDID and learns the EDID of displays if necessary z The matrix master can switch every output channels to any HDMI inputs by push button, IR remote control, or RS-232 control.
Specifications ASP-816H, ASP-168H, ASP-1616H Specification Video Input Video Output Input Connector 8 HDMI (816H), 16 HDMI (168H & 1616H) Female HDMI Output Connector 8 HDMI (816H), 16 HDMI (168H & 1616H) Female HDMI Input Level T.M.D.S. 2.9V/3.3V Output Level T.M.D.S. 2.9V/3.3V Input Impedance 75Ω Output Impedance 75Ω Gain 0 dB Bandwidth 340 MHz (10.2 Gbit/s) Video Signal HDMI 1.3 standard full digital T.M.D.
Packaging ASP-816H or ASP-168H or ASP-1616H Matrix Switcher depending on model ordered IR remote RS-232 Communication Cable Power Supply Cable CD User Manual and Warranty ~6~
Panel Description Front Panel “AV” AV button: Switching Video and Audio Example: To transfer both the video and the audio signals from input channel No.3 to output channel No.4. Operation: Press buttons in this order “AV”, “3”, “4””. “VIDEO” Video button: Switching Video only Example: To transfer video signals from input channel No.3 to output channel No.4. Operation: Press buttons in this order “VIDEO”, “3”, “4”.
“UNDO” Undo button: Undo switching command. Example: To cancel you latest switching status: input 3 through output 5 Operation: Press the button in this order: “3” input area, “5” output area, “UNDO” Command Format for the Switching Operation The switcher could be controlled directly using the buttons from the front control panel.
EDID Management Operation of the EDID management The ASP matrix switcher has built in the EDID management database. The EDID management can be automatic, manual, and factory restored. Automatic EDID The ASP matrix switcher has built in the EDID data, which can communicate with the displayers and video source automatically. When the displays or video sources are connected to the ASP matrix switcher, they will share the EDID/DDC information with the matrix switcher.
blank for 2~3 seconds and recover again. The ASP matrix switcher will send out a RS232 feedback command of “EDIDMOn.” or “EDIDMInit.”. EDID management by buttons When you need to recover the ex-factory default EDID data set, you can send the RS232 command or press the buttons of the front panel/IR remote to make it work. Erase and Refresh the EDID data Keep pressing the arrow button “<-” for 30 seconds all the LED of “<-” will be on for 10 seconds. It then enters the EDID setting status.
Using a Remote Control The matrix switcher can be controlled using the infrared remote control. The function buttons on the remote control are the same as the ones on the front panel. The remote control shares the same control operation and command format as the front panel.
Rear Panels Input and Output Connectors The ASP-1616H has 16 input and output female HDMI ports while the ASP-816H has 8 inputs and 16 Outputs. The ASP-168H has 16 inputs and 8 outputs. Port numbers and other labeling can be found on the rear silk screen of the unit.
F5—3 HDMI connector HDMI pin function Pin Signal Name Number Pin Signal Name Number 1 TMDS Data 2+ 20 SHELL 2 TMDS Data 2 Shield 19 Hot Plug Detect 3 TMDS Data 2- 18 +5V Power 4 TMDS Data 1+ 17 Ground 5 TMDS Data 1 Shield 16 DDC Data 6 TMDS Data 1- 15 DDC Clock 7 TMDS Data 0+ 14 No Connect 8 TMDS Data 0 Shield 13 CEC 9 TMDS Data 0- 12 TMDS Clock- 10 TMDS Clock+ 11 TMDS Clock Shield ~ 13 ~
Using RS-232 Communication Port Besides the front control panel and IR remote, the matrices can be controlled via Ethernet or RS-232 communication port. Connecting to a Control System The matrices can be controlled by several kinds of control systems using the RS-232 communication port. This RS-232 communication port is a female 9-pin D connector. No.
Communication Protocol RS-232 Communication settings & protocol: Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Command Types Command Codes Parity: none Functions System Command /*Type; Request model’s information /%Lock; Lock the keyboard of control panel on the Matrix. /%Unlock; Unlock the keyboard of control panel on the Matrix /^Version; Request firmware version /:MessageOff; Turn off feedback. It will only show “Switcher OK” /:MessageOn; Turn on feedback EDIDMOn.
Save[Y]. Save present operation to the preset command [Y]. [Y] ranges from 0 to 9. Recall[Y]. Recall the preset command [Y] Clear[Y]. Clear the preset command [Y] Note: 1. [x1], [x2], [x3] and [x4] are the symbols of input or output channels ranged according to the model of the matrix switcher. If the symbols exceed the effective range, it would be taken as a wrong command. 2. In above commands, “[”and “]” are symbols for easy reading and do not need to be typed in actual operation. 3.
Run Command: “3V5.” 10. Switch audio signals command: [x1]A[x2]. Example: To Transfer the audio signals from the input channel No.10 to the output channel No.2. Run Command: “10A2.” 11. Switch both video and audio signals synchronously: [x1]B[x2]. Example: To transfer both video and audio signals from the input channel No.12 to the output channels No.12,13,15. Run Command: “12B12,13,15.” 12. Request input channel for the output channel [x]: Status[x].
Limited 3 Year Warranty Aurora Multimedia Corp. (“Manufacturer”) warrants that this product is free of defects in both materials and workmanship for a period of 3 years as defined herein for parts and labor from date of purchase. Motorized mechanical parts (Hard Drives, DVD, etc), mechanical parts (buttons, doors, etc), remotes and cables are covered for a period of 1 year. Batteries are not covered by this warranty.
