OWNER’S MANUAL >> BINARY™ HD MATRIX SWITCHER B-100-HDMATRIX-4X4 / B-100-HDMATRIX-8X8
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus in or near rain or moisture. 1. Read and keep these instructions for future reference. 2. Do not use this apparatus near water. 3. Clean only with a dry cloth. 4. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install according to manufacturer’s instructions. 5. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (Including amplifiers) that produce heat. 6.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 OVERVIEW............................................................................................................ 4 1.1 Features...........................................................................................................................................4 1.2 PACKAGE CONTENTS...................................................................................................................4 2 FRONT AND REAR PANEL.............................................................
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 1. OVERVIEW Welcome to Binary™ - This product is engineered to provide years of exceptional reliability. Binary™ is one of the most highly regarded brands available today and stands committed to providing customers with the highest degree of quality and service in the industry. The B-100-HDMATRIX-4x4 and B-100-HDMATRIX-8x8 are state-of-the-art HDMI switchers providing true Matrix Routing for HDMI signals. With features such as HDMI 1.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 2. FRONT AND REAR PANEL 5 2.1 Front Panel B-100-HDMatrix-4x4 1 2 3 4 1. Power: Power ON/OFF switch 2. Source Status (LED on = Source is ON and sending a signal) 3. Output: Displays the last selected Output 4. Input: Displays the last selected Input 5. IR Receiver Window 5 2.2 Front Panel B-100-HDMatrix-8x8 1 2 3 4 1. Power: Power ON/OFF switch 2. Source Status (LED on = Source is ON and sending a signal) 3.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 2.3 Rear Panel B-100-HDMATRIX-4X4 1 2 3 4 5 1. +5V DC interlocked power jack 2. RS-232 control port (DB9) 3. HDMI Inputs 1 through 4 4. HDMI Outputs 1 through 4 5. External IR Receiver (3.5mm Stereo) 2.4 Rear Panel B-100-HDMATRIX-8x8 2 1 5 6 3 1. +12V DC interlocked power jack 2. RS-232 control port (DB9) 3. HDMI Inputs 1 through 8 4. HDMI Outputs 1 through 8 5. External IR Receiver (3.5mm Stereo) 6. Ethernet Port pg.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 3. INSTALLATION 3.1 Installation Considerations Binary HDMatrix switchers are designed with unsurpassed technology to provide superior performance. However, where you install the switcher can have a large effect on the performance that you receive, and the life of the unit. Here are some guidelines to follow when installing a B-100- HDMatrix Switcher. • Be sure that the unit is in a well-ventilated area that provides adequate cooling.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 3.2 CONNECTIONS 3.2.1 Basic Connections Blu-ray/DVD Player IR Receiver Cable/Sat HD DVR Game Console PC HDMI Extender Transmi er HDMI Extender Receiver Home Automa on HDTV HDTV HD Projector Examples HDMI Sources • Blu-ray /DVD Player • Game Console • Cable/Sat HD DVR • PC pg.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 3.3 Control Ports 3.3.1 IR Receiver Connection Pin out configurations for IR receivers and control systems vary. Before connecting to this input, review this section carefully in order to match the pin outs for the HDMatrix. Before connecting an IR Receiver or to an IR control system, verify that the HDMatrix is OFF to ensure proper operation when connected. IR Signal (Tip) GND (Ring) 12v DC (Sleeve) IR Signal Tip GND Ring 12v DC Sleeve 3.3.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 3.3.3 RS-232 DB9 Serial Connection The RS-232 control port on the B-100-HDMatrix is used for connection to a Home Automation System , configuration using the PC Configuration Utility (covered in separate manual), and for Firmware updates. Details on serial protocol, future updates and how to install them can be found under the Support tab for the B-100-HDMatrix on the manufacturer’s website (www.snapav.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 4 EDID Configuration While most HDMI sources can provide full HD, the displays used within an installation may not support the features available from the source. In these cases, the display may not play the content being provided by the source. It is necessary to make sure each source will provide a Video and Audio format compatible with all displays that will view that source.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 Setting Auto EDID via IR Remote Sets EDID Based on All Connected Displays Display Readout (Example) 1. Press DEFAULT 2. Press Number Key 9 4. Press ENTER EAA A0 4.2 Advanced EDID Configuration 4.2.1 Embedded EDIDs Defaults The B-100-HDMATRIX switchers contain 8 representative ‘embedded’ EDIDs that may be assigned to Inputs. These EDIDs define groups of video and audio capabilities that are useful for configuring sources in most systems.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 Embedded EDID Resolution 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1080p@60Hz 1080p@60Hz 1080p@60Hz 1080p @60Hz 1080p@60Hz 1080p@60Hz 1080i@60Hz / 720p@60Hz 1080i@60Hz/ 720p@60Hz Color Depth Audio 24-Bit 24-Bit 24-Bit 3D 24-Bit 3D 36-Bit 3D 36-Bit 3D 24-Bit 24-Bit 7.1ch 2ch 7.1ch 2ch 7.1ch 2ch 7.1ch 2ch 4.2.1.1 Setting EDID for Single Input Example: Input =1 Embedded EDID=4 1. Press DEFAULT 2.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 4.2.2 Learning EDID For more advanced EDID configuration, learning can be used to assign EDIDs. When used ,the EDID from a particular display is assigned to a particular source or all sources. This is useful when the system contains a display that may not output the highest resolution available from the sources. When to Use Learned EDIDs • An older display does not work properly with any of the embedded EDIDS.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 4.3 EDID Status Once EDIDs are configured, the assigned EDID for sources can be reviewed to ensure that the desired output is configured or for troubleshooting. Example: Input=3 Display Readout (Example) EDID 5 Assigned from Embedded EDID Table EDID Learned from Output 4 3. Press Number Key (1-8)to select the desired Input ---3 ---3 4. Press ENTER 5.3. 4.3 1. Press STATUS 2.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 5 OPERATION AND CONTROL 5.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 5.1.2 Turn Off (Mute) Outputs Mute one Output Example: Output=1 Display Readout (Example) -110 10 1. Press OUTPUT 2. Press Number Key (1-8) to select Output 3. Press OUTPUT OFF 4. Press ENTER Mute All Outputs Display Readout (Example) 1. Press OUTPUT -AA0 40 2. Press ALL to select All Outputs 3. Press OUTPUT OFF 4. Press ENTER 5.1.3 Display Status Example: Input=3 Display Readout (Example) Example Output=3, Input=4 Example Output=3 Muted 3.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 5. SPECIFICATIONS B-100-HDMATRIX-4x4 B-100-HDMATRIX-8x8 Technical Product Type True 4x4 HDMI matrix True 8x8 HDMI matrix HDMI compliance Full HD 1080P60, Deep Color (36bit), 3D (1.4a 3D) Full HD 1080P60, Deep Color (36bit), 3D (1.4a 3D) HDCP compliance Version 2.0 Version 2.0 Video bandwidth Single-link 225MHz [6.75Gbps total bandwidth] Single-link 225MHz [6.
B-100 HDMATRIX Installation and Users Manual 4X4 & 8X8 6. WARRANTY Two-Year Limited Warranty This Binary™ product has a 2-year limited Warranty. This warranty includes parts and labor repairs on all components found to be defective in material or workmanship under normal conditions of use. This warranty shall not apply to products which have been abused, modified or disassembled.
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