MX44-4KECO 4x4 HDMI Matrix with Audio Outputs Version:Manual V1.0.
Important Safety Instructions 1. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects filled 6. Clean this apparatus only with dry cloth. with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. 2. Do not install or place this unit in 7. Unplug this apparatus a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in during lightning storms or another confined space. Ensure the when unused for long unit is well ventilated. periods of time. 3.
Warnings of FCC This equipment 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 residential installation. 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.
Table of Contents Introduction ...................................................................................................... 2 Overview................................................................................................... 2 Features ................................................................................................... 2 Package Contents .................................................................................... 3 Specifications.....................................
Introduction Overview The MX44-4KECO is a 4x4 compact HDMI matrix switcher, specially designed for cost conscious projects and buyers. It features not only basic functions like cross-point switching and control (IR, RS-232, IP), but also advanced functions like auto-downscaling for each HDMI output when it is connected to 1080P display. There is SPDIF audio breakout for each HDMI output, so as to provide more audio feeds to multi-zone audio system. Features 4 HDMI Inputs and 4 HDMI Outputs.
Rich control options, include RS-232, IR, web UI and front panel buttons. Package Contents 1 x MX44-4KECO Matrix 1 x DC 12V Power Adapter with US Pins 1 x IR Remote 1 x IR Receiver Cable 1 x Phoenix Male Connector (3.
Specifications Technical Input/Output Port Input/Output Type Signal Input/Output Resolution Supported Audio Format Maximum Data Rate Control Method General Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Humidity ESD Protection Power Supply Power Consumption (Max) Device Dimension (W x H x D) Product Weight 4 x HDMI IN, 4 x HDMI OUT, 1 x RS-232, 1 x IP Control (RJ45), 4 x SPDIF OUT (Digital), 1 x FW (Micro USB), 1 x DC 12V IN HDMI with 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, HDR 10, HLG & Dolby Vision, HDCP 2.
Transmission Distance Cable Type HDMI Range Supported Video Input: 15m/50ft Output: 10m/33ft 1080P@60Hz 24bpp Input/Output: 10m/33ft 4K@30Hz 4:4:4 24bpp 4K@60Hz 4:2:0 24bpp Input/Output: 3m/10ft 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 24bpp Panel Layout Front Panel 1 2 3 2 3 2 3 2 3 No. Name Description 1 IR Window Receive IR signals. INPUT LED On: The current HDMI input is selected. (1-4) Off: The current HDMI input is not selected. OUTPUT Select Click to select input source for OUTPUT (1-4).
Rear Panel 4 5 6 1 No. 7 2 8 3 Name Description 1 DC 12V Connect to the DC 12V power adapter provided. 2 HDMI IN 1-4 Connect to HDMI sources such as Blu-ray Player. 3 HDMI OUT 1-4 Connect to HDMI displays. 4 FW For firmware upgrade. 5 RS-232 6 IP CONTROL 7 IR Ext. 8 SPDIF 1-4 Connect to a control PC or control system for RS232 serial control. Connect to local area network or a control system for telnet or Web UI control. Connect to the IR receiver cable provided.
Installation and Wiring Installation Note: Before installation, please ensure the device is disconnected from the power source. Steps to install the matrix on a suitable location: 1. Attach the installation bracket to the enclosure using the screws provided in the package separately. 2. The bracket is attached to the enclosure as shown. 3. Repeat steps1-2 for the other side of the unit. 4. Mount and affix the unit in the rack mount with the mounting screws. Wiring Steps for device wiring: 1.
4. Connect for additional control options: RS232 control: Connect a control PC or control system to RS232 port of the Matrix. IR control: The matrix can be controlled through IR signal by pointing the IR remote provided at front panel IR window directly. Alternatively, connect the IR receiver cable provided to IR Ext. of the matrix for IR extension, and have its head secured in a place accessible to the matrix remote.
IR Remote Control You can switch among multiple inputs for each output display by pointing the matrix IR remote directly at the IR window on the front panel or the IR receiver connected to the rear panel. Steps for IR Remote Operation: 1. Point the matrix IR Remote directly at the IR window on front panel or at the IR receiver connected to the rear panel. As shown in the following picture: Point the IR Remote at the IR window directly Point the IR remote at the IR receiver head directly 2.
Select previous input for Output 1 Select next input for Output 1 Output 1 Select specific input for Output 1 4. To cycle through multiple inputs for your target output, press the previous ( ) or next ( ) button.
Before executing the API command through RS232 serial connection, please ensure RS232 interface of the device and the control PC are configured correctly. Parameters Value Baud Rate 115200 bps Data Bits 8 bits Parity None Stop Bits 1 bit Flow Control None Web UI Control The Web UI designed for the matrix is available for switching control, general and advanced settings. The Web UI is accessible through a browser with latest version, e.g. Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, IE10+, etc.
Web Interface Introduction The main screen includes General and Advanced Setting. General The General Page includes: Switch, EDID, EDID Read, CEC, Audio Mute, HDCP, Preset. (1) Switch The Switch section manages distribution of input sources to output displays. By default, Input 1 corresponds to Output 1, Input 2 corresponds to Output 2, Input (n) corresponds to Output (n), n = 1, 2, 3, 4.
ALL: Click to switch INPUT (n) for all OUTPUTs. (2) EDID This section allows you to configure EDID settings of each input port. Select the item from the drop-down menu, then click “Apply” to take effect. Note: If EDID copy fails, the input EDID will be 4K@30Hz 2.0ch audio. By default, input EDID is set as 4K@60Hz 5.1ch audio With HDR. (3) EDID Read Click “Enter” to open the EDID Setting page.
Select Port: Click from the drop-down menu to choose an Output port (1-4) for EDID setting. Read: Click to read the EDID of the Output port you choose. Write: Click to write the EDID of the Output port you choose to corresponding Input. Save: Click to save the EDID of the Output as bin file to a desired location. Open: Click to open an EDID file. Then you can click "Write" to write the EDID information instead of Output port's EDID to corresponding Input.
Output Port: Select one OUTPUT (1-4) port or all from the drop-down menu to control. Note: When Output port is set to “all”, the Auto CEC and Delay Time (min) settings are disabled. Manual (ON/OFF): Click “ON/OFF” button to power on/off the CEC-enabled display immediately. Auto CEC: Click “ON/OFF” button to set Auto CEC control enable/disable. The default setting is “ON”. Delay Time (min): Click the up/down arrow to set the time for the display to power off automatically when no signal is present.
protected by HDCP standard will be received. (7) Preset The Preset section saves or loads the general settings to or from the matrix. Advanced The Advanced page includes: Network, Login Password, Custom Web UI Logo, WEB Firmware Upgrade, ARM Firmware Upgrade, MCU Firmware Upgrade, System, Firmware Version. (1) Network Network is used to toggle between the dynamic and static IP addressing. DHCP: When enabled, the IP address of the Matrix is assigned automatically by the DHCP server connected.
Please wait for 2-3 minutes for the Matrix’s LAN module to reboot and reconnect after the network setting is changed. (2) Login Password This section allows you to change login password. The default password is “admin”. Apply: Click to save the changes. Note: The new password must be 4 to 16 characters in length (alphanumeric only). (3) Custom Web UI Logo Custom Web UI Logo allows you to create your own logo for the Web UI you are using. To create customized Web UI logo: 1.
(4) WEB Firmware Upgrade 1) Click “Browse” for the update file. 2) Click "Update" to start the Web UI upgrade. 3) The matrix LAN Module will update and reboot automatically when Web UI is completed. Please wait for about 3 minutes and then refresh and log in again. Note: DO NOT disconnect the matrix during update process. (5) ARM Firmware Upgrade 1) Click “Browse” for the update bin file. 2) Click "Upgrade" to start the ARM Firmware upgrade.
2) Click "Upgrade" to start the MCU Firmware upgrade. 3) The matrix will upgrade and reboot automatically when upgrading MCU is completed. Please wait for about 3 minutes and then refresh and log in again. Note: Do not power off the device when upgrading. (7) System This section allows you to reset the device to factory default settings or reboot the device.
Note: Please wait about 30 seconds to reaccess Web UI by refreshing the browser. To reboot the device: Click the “Reboot” icon, the following window will be popped up, click “Ok” to reboot the device. Note: Please wait about 30 seconds to reaccess Web UI by refreshing the browser. (8) Firmware Version This section allows you to obtain information of the current firmware in use.
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