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KanexPro HDMX44-4K Instruction Manual

Manual is about: Ultra-Fast 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher with 4K/60Hz & HDCP2.2

Summary of HDMX44-4K

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    Ultra-fast 4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60hz & hdcp2.2 all rights reserved version: hdmx44-4k_2015v1.0

  • Page 2: Preface

    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 preface read this user manual carefully before using this product. Pictures shown in this manual is for reference only, different model and specifications are subject to real product. This manual is designed for 4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with tcp/ip port....

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 safety precautions to insure the best from this product, please read all instructions carefully before using the device. Save this manual for further reference. L unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for possible...

  • Page 4: Contents

    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 contents 1. Introduction .................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 introduction to the 4x4 hdmi matrix switcher-n ................................................ 1 1.2 featur...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 4.4 firmware upgrade through usb port ............................................................... 24 5. Specification .............................................................................................................. 25 5.1 supported reso...

  • Page 6: 1. Introduction

    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 1 1. Introduction 1.1 the 4x4 hdmi matrix switcher the kanexpro hdmx44-4k is a professional 4-input, 4-output hdmi matrix featuring hdcp 2.2 with the latest hdmi 2.0 specifications supporting ultra hd resolutions up to 4k @60hz. This matrix switcher supp...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 2 2. Product appearance of the matrix switcher 2.1 front panel figure 2- 1 front panel of 4x4 hdmi matrix switcher no. Name description power indicator illuminate red when power on; turn green in standby mode; blink red when upgrading. Lcd screen display...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 3 2.2 rear panel figure 2- 2 rear panel of 4x4 hdmi matrix switcher no. Name description inputs hdmi input ports, 4 in total, connect with hdmi sources outputs spdif : audio output ports for de-embedded hdmi audio, 4 in total hdmi : 4 in total, connect w...

  • Page 9: 3. System Connection

    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 4 3. System connection 3.1 usage precautions 1) system should be installed in a clean environment with prop temperature and humidity. 2) all of the power switches, plugs, sockets and power cords should be insulated. 3) all devices should be connected bef...

  • Page 10: 4. System Operations

    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 5 & 1) when connecting to hdmi2.0 sources, make sure the hdmi cable is compliant with hdmi2.0 to ensure reliable transmission; 2) connect amplifiers that are capable to decode hdmi audio to the spdif ports, or there will be no output on the amplifiers. ...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 6 4.2 rs232 control 4.2.1 installation/uninstallation of rs232 control software l installation copy the control software file to the computer connected with 4x4 hdmi matrix. L uninstallation delete all the control software files in corresponding file p...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 7 4.2.3 rs232 communication commands & 1) case-sensitive. 2) “[“, “]” in the commands are for easy recognition only and not necessary in real operations. Other symbols including “.”, “,”, “/”, “%”, “;”, “^”. Are parts of the commands. 3) feedbacks liste...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 8 command function feedback example all#. Transfer all inputs to corresponding outputs, like 1->1, 2->2 … all through. [x]#. Transfer signal from input x to output x. 1 through. All@. Switch on all outputs. All open. [x]@. Switch on output x. 1 open. All...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 9 command function feedback example upgradeintedi d[x]. Upgrade embedded edid data no.X, x=1~10. (refer to 4.4 edid management for detailed information of embedded edid data) send edid file (.Bin) within 10 seconds. Please send the edid file edid/[x]/[y]...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 10 command function feedback example %0801. Enable auto hdcp management (hdcp active) %0801. %0911. Reset to factory default. (switch mode: all through; scene/ hdcp status remains the same) factory default digitaudioon[x] . Enable the spdif audio output ...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 11 command function feedback example %9973. Check the inputs hdcp status, n means it’s not with hdcp, y means it’s with hdcp. In 1 2 3 4 hdcp n y y n %9974. Check the outputs hdcp status, n means it’s not with hdcp, y means it’s with hdcp. Out 1 2 3 4 hd...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 12 4.2.4 edid management the kanexpro hdmx44-4k provides a convenient edid management scheme to create effective communication between the display and sources. In factory default status (status: 0000), the matrix passes through the signals directly, inpu...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 13 6 0110 1080p 2d 5.1ch 7 0111 1080p 3d 2ch 8 1000 1080p 2d 2ch 9 1001 2016p 2d 5.1ch 10 1010 2016p 2d 2ch custom edid data 12 1100 customizable 13 1101 customizable 14 1110 customizable note: 1) edid information listed in the above chart is factory def...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 14 figure 4- 3 modifying the ip of pc • controlled by pc(s) in lan the hdmx44-4k can be connected to a router to make up a lan with the pc(s); this makes it capable to be controlled in a lan. When in control, please make sure the matrix switcher’s networ...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 15 figure 4- 5 connect to tcpudp 2) enter commands in designed area to control the matrix switcher, see below: figure 4- 6 control interface of tcpudp here you will receive the feedback after a command is sent. Enter your command here. Commands are the s...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 16 4.3.3 control the hdmx44-4k via web-based gui additionally, the matrix can also be controlled via web-based gui, which allows users to interact with matrix switcher through graphical icons and visual indicators. Type 192.168.0.178 in your browser, it ...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 17 figure 4- 8 scene menu all ten scenes are shown in above interface. Select a scene and then click” load ” can invoke the selected scene. Click “ cancel ” to cancel the current operation. 4.3.3.2 control menu click “ control ” to enter the following in...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 18 buttons 1~4 at the right-bottom corner provides quick saving and recall for overall connection status. For example: step1: select button1 at input column step2: step2: select button 1 at output column (if all output ports in needed, you only need to c...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 19 figure 4- 11 copy edid the edid of input device can be gained from output devices. Step1: select one input port step2: select one output port that you want to copy its edid. Step3: click “ confirm ” to save the setting or click “ cancel ” to cancel op...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 20 2. Status: 1) from the top of the interface, click “status” to enter the following interface to modify the name and mode of this machine, and then they will be display in lcd screen. Figure 4- 13 status- lcd 2) select “ button ” to enter the following...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 21 figure 4- 15 status-scene 3. Network: at the top of the interface, click “ network ” to enter the following interface to inquire and configure network settings including mac address, ip address, subnet mask, and gateway. Figure 4- 16 network 5. Passwo...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 22 figure 4- 17 password from the above interface, turn on the front panel to lock all buttons of the matrix, and they will be locked to restrict any operation. 4.3.4 tcp/ip configuration ip address, subnet mask, and gateway of the matrix switcher can be...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 23 figure 4- 19 gui update.

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 24 4.4 firmware upgrade through usb port the hdmx44-4k houses a usb port for firmware upgrade on the rear panel. Preparation: copy the upgrade software dfuse demonstration& upgrade file (.Dfu) to control pc. Steps to upgrade the device: step1. Connect th...

  • Page 30: 5. Specification

    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 25 5. Specification input output input 4 hdmi output 4 hdmi, 4 spdif audio input connector female type-a hdmi output connector female type-a hdmi 3.5mm rca connector standards hdmi2.0 & hdcp2.2 standards hdmi1.4& hdcp1.4 control ports control ports 1 ir ...

  • Page 31: 6. Panel Drawing

    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 26 6. Panel drawing 7. Troubleshooting & maintenance problems causes solutions color losing or no video signal output the connecting cables may not be connected correctly or it may be broken. Check whether the cables are connected correctly and in workin...

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    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 27 via ir remote the ir remote is broken. Send it to authorized dealer for repairing. Beyond the effective range of the ir signal or not pointing at the ir receiver adjust the distance and angle and point right at the ir receiver. Power indicator remains...

  • Page 33: 8. After-Sales Service

    4x4 hdmi matrix switcher with 4k/60 & hdcp2.2 28 8. After-sales service if there appear some problems when running the device, please check and treat the problems referred to this user manual. 1) product limited warranty: we warrants that our products will be free from defects in materials and workm...