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ALFATRON ELECTRONICS GmbH GERMANY
ALF- MUH44E
18Gbps 4 x 4 HDBaseT (150M) Matrix
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FCC Statement
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. It 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 commercial installation.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
interference, in which case the user at their own expense will be
required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct
the interference.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacture would void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Do not dispose of this product with the normal household waste at the
end of its life cycle. Return it to a collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic devices. This is indicated by the symbol on the
product, user manual or packaging. The materials are reusable
according to their markings. By reusing, recycling or other forms of
utilisation of old devices you make an important contribution to the
protection of our environment. Please contact your local authorities for
details about collection points.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction…………………………………………………………………...... 1
2. Features……………………………………………………………….………… 1
3. Package Contents…………………………………………………..………… 2
4. Specifications………………………………………………………….……..... 2
5. Operation Controls and Functions……………………………….………… 4
Matrix Panel……………………………………………………………………… 4
HDBaseT Receiver Panel…………………………………………………….... 6
6. IR Remote…………………………………...………………………………….. 7
7. IR Control System……………………………………………………………… 8
8. IR Cable Pin Assignment……………………………………………………... 10
9. EDID Management……………………………………………………………. 10
10. Web GUI User Guide……………………………………………………....... 12
11. RS-232 Control Command…………………………………………………. 19
12. Application Example……………………………………………………….. 25
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1. Introduction
The ALF-MUH44E 18Gbps 4x4 HDBaseT (150M) Matrix can connect four HDMI sources to
eight displays. It features four HDMI outputs, and each HDMI output is mirrored to provide a
CAT Cable output which runs simultaneously. The HDBaseT output can extend video
transmission distance up to 492ft / 150m (1080p) via a single Cat 6/7 cable with resolution up
to 4K2K@60Hz 4:4:4. Audio de-embedded to analog and coaxial audio is supported. Each
HDMI output supports 4K2K to 1080P downscale independently.
The product supports IR matrix. The IR signal is one-to-one control at the Matrix end, and
the IR signal follows the HDMI video channel at the HDBaseT Receiver end.
The product provides an intuitive front panel with an OLED screen and control via front panel
buttons, and supports control via IR remote, RS-232, LAN, and Web GUI.
2. Features
• HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.x compliant
• Video resolution up to 4K2K@60Hz (YUV 4:4:4) on all HDMI & HDBaseT ports
• 4 HDMI inputs, 4 HDMI & HDBaseT mirrored outputs
• HDMI ports transmit 18Gbps lossless uncompressed video bandwidth
• Supports 18Gbps lossless compressed HDBaseT signal transmission
• Supports 4K->1080P Down Scaler for each output port
• HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG are supported
• HDBaseT output can extend video transmission distance up to 492ft / 150m for 1080P
or 328ft / 100m for 4K2K via a single Cat 6/7 cable
• HDMI audio pass-through up to 7.1CH HD audio (LPCM, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD
Master Audio)
• Supports IR matrix
• Audio de-embedded is supported via analog and coax ports
• Advanced EDID management and CEC control are supported
• 24V POC on all HDBaseT ports
• 1U rack mounted design with front panel OLED display
• Control via front panel buttons, IR remote, RS-232, LAN and Web GUI
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3. Package Contents
1 x 18Gbps 4x4 HDBaseT(150M) Matrix
4 x HDBaseT Receiver
1 x Matrix IR Remote
1 x 100~240V AC 50/60Hz Power cable
1 x RS-232 serial cable (1.5 meters, male to female head)
4 x 3-pin Phoenix Connector & 4 x 5-pin Phoenix Connector
5 x IR Emitter cable (1.5 meters)
5 x IR Receiver cable (1.5 meters)
10 x Mounting Ear (Matrix and Receiver)
1x User Manual
4. Specifications
Technical
HDMI Compliance HDMI 2.0b
HDCP Compliance HDCP 2.2
Video Bandwidth 18Gbps
Video Resolution Up to 4K2K@50/60Hz (4:4:4)
Color Space RGB 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0
8-bit, 10-bit, 12-bit (1080p@60Hz)
Color Depth 8-bit (4K2K@60Hz YUV4:4:4)
8-bit,10-bit,12-bit (4K2K@60Hz YCbCr 4:2:2/4:2:0)
HDR HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
LPCM 2.0/2.1/5.1/6.1/7.1, Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD,
HDMI Audio Formats Dolby Digital Plus(DD+), DTS-ES, DTS HD Master,
DTS HD-HRA, DTS-X
Coax Audio Formats PCM 2.0, Dolby Digital / Plus, DTS 2.0/5.1
Analog Balanced
PCM2.0CH
Audio Formats
Vmax 2Vrms
SNR >90dB
THD+N Ratio <0.1%(V max) 0.001%~0.01%(V best)
Crosstalk >80dB
Frequency Response 20Hz~20kHz ±0.5dB
Human-body Model:
ESD Protection ±8kV (Air-gap discharge), ±4kV (Contact discharge)
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Connection
Inputs: 4 x HDMI Type A [19-pinfemale]
Outputs: 4 x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]
4 × HDBaseT port [RJ45]
4 × Coaxial audio [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]
Matrix 4 × balanced analog audio [5-pin Phoenix
connector]
Controls: 5 x IR IN [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]
5 x IR OUT [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]
1 × TCP/IP [RJ45]
1 × RS-232 [D-Sub 9]
Input: 1 x HDBT IN [RJ45, 8-pin female]
Outputs: 1 x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]
1 x AUDIO OUT [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]
HDBaseT Receiver Controls: 1 x IR IN [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]
1 x IR OUT [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]
1 x RS-232 [3-pin Phoenix connector]
1 x SERVICE [Mini-USB, Update port]
Mechanical
Housing Metal Enclosure
Color Black
Matrix: 440mm (W) × 200mm (D) × 44.5mm (H)
Dimensions
Receiver: 140mm (W) x 65mm (W) x 18mm (W)
Weight Matrix: 3.1Kg, Receiver: 155g
Power Supply AC 100 - 240V 50/60Hz
Power Consumption 60W (Max)
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 40°C / 32°F ~ 104°F
Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 60°C / -4°F ~ 140°F
Relative Humidity 20~90% RH (non-condensing)
Resolution / Distance 4K60 - Feet / Meters
CAT6/7 328ft / 100M
4K60 - 4K30 - 1080P60 -
Resolution / Cable length
Feet / Meters Feet / Meters Feet / Meters
HDMI IN / OUT 16ft / 5M 32ft / 10M 50ft / 15M
The use of “Premium High-Speed HDMI” cable is highly recommended.
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Rear Panel
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6. IR Remote
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7. IR Control System
The ALF-MUH44E is not only a matrix switcher but also an extender. It supports bi-
directional IR control; When Matrix is connected to HDBaseT Receiver through Cat 6/7
cable, you can control remote display device (HDBaseT) or input source device (Matrix)
through IR signal transmission. Note that the IR signal transmission method is different
from the method from Matrix (local) to HDBaseT Receiver (remote) and from HDBaseT
Receiver (remote) to Matrix (local).
At the Matrix end (Local end): the IR signal is one-to-one transmission. For example, the
IR IN 1 port signal of the Matrix will emit to IR OUT port of the HDBaseT Receiver 1, and the
IR IN 3 port signal of the Matrix will emit to IR OUT port of the HDBaseT Receiver 3. It does
not follow the video switch to change. IR IN ALL port signal of the Matrix will emit to all IR OUT
ports of HDBaseT receivers simultaneously. Please see the following connection diagram.
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At HDBaseT receiver (Remote end): IR signal follows video switch to change. For example,
the HDMI output signal on the HDBaseT Receiver 1 is from the HDMI INPUT 2 port, so IR
input signal of the HDBaseT Receiver 1 will emit to IR OUT 2 port of the Matrix. The HDMI
output signal on the HDBaseT Receiver 3 is from the HDMI INPUT 4 port. Then, IR input
signal of the HDBaseT Receiver 3 will emit to IR OUT 4 port of the Matrix etc. Any of
HDBaseT Receiver’s IR IN signal can output from IR OUT ALL port of the Matrix and the
IR OUT ALL signal of the Matrix depends on your IR remote of source device. Please see
the following connection diagram.
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Note: When the angle between the IR receiver and the remote control is ± 45 °, the transmission distance is 0-5 meters;
when the angle between the IR receiver and theremote control is ± 90 °, the transmission distance is 0-8 meters.
9. EDID Management
This ALF-MUH44E has 21 factory defined EDID settings, 2 user defined EDID modes and 8
copy EDID modes. You can select defined EDID mode or copy EDID mode to the input port
through panel button, RS-232 control or Web GUI.
Panel button operation: On the initial OLED display screen, press “MENU” button to enter the
EDID settings interface, press “UP/DOWN” button to select the required EDID, then press
the “ENTER” button to enter “Copy to Input:” interface. Then press “UP/DOWN” button to select
the input port you need to set, and press “ENTER” button again to confirm this operation.
RS-232 control operation: Connect the Matrix to a PC with a serial cable, then open a
Serial Command tool on PC to send ASCII command “s edid in x from z!” to set EDID. For
details, please refer to “EDID Setting” in the ASCII command list of “11. RS-232 Control
Command”.
Web GUI Operation: Please check the EDID management in the “Input page” of “10. Web
GUI User Guide”.
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For the details of RS-232 control, please refer to “11. RS-232 Control Command”.
Step 2: Connect the TCP/IP port of the Matrix to a PC with an UTP cable (as shown in the
following figure) and set the IP address of the PC to be in the same network segment with
the Matrix.
PC
Step 3: Input the current IP address of the Matrix into your browser on the PC to enter Web GUI
page.
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Once entering the Web GUI page, there will be a Login page, as shown below:
Select the Username from the list and enter the password. The default passwords are:
After entering the password, click the “LOGIN” button and the following Status page will
appear.
■ Status Page
The Status page provides basic information about the product model, installed firmware
version and the network settings of the device.
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■ Video Page
■ Input Page
Ensure the correct file is selected, check the name of the selected file. Select “User 1” or
“User 2”, then click “Upload”. After successful setting, the following prompt will be displayed:
■ Output Page
■ CEC Page
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After search is completed, it will switch to the login page, and the default network setting
is completed.
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■ System Page
Panel Lock: Click to lock/unlock panel buttons. “On” indicates that panel
buttons are unavailable; “Off” indicates panel buttons are available.
Beep: Click to turn on/off the beep.
LCD: You can turn on/off the LCD, and set the turn-on time (15s/30s/60s).
Serial Baud Rate: Click the value to set the Serial Baud Rate.
Firmware Update: Click “Browse” to select the update file, then click “Update” to
complete firmware update.
Factory Reset: You can reset the machine to factory defaults by clicking “Reset”.
Reboot: You can reboot the machine by clicking “Reboot”.
Note: After reset/reboot, it will return to the login page.
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Open a Serial Command tool on the PC to send ASCII commands to control the Matrix. The
ASCII command list is shown below:
ASCII Command
Serial port protocol. Baud rate: 115200, Data bits: 8bit, Stop bits:1, Check bit: 0
x - Parameter 1
y - Parameter 2
! - Delimiter
Command Code Function Description Example Feedback Default Setting
Power
Power on
Power on/off the device, System Initializing...
z=0~1 (z=0 power off, z=1 s power 1! Initialization Finished!
s power z! power on
power on) FW version x.xx.xx
r power! Get current power state r power! power on/power off
Reboot...
System Initializing...
Initialization Finished!
s reboot! Reboot the device s reboot!
FW version x.xx.xx
System Setup
help! List all commands help!
r type! Get device model r type! ALF-MUH44E
Get the unit all status:
power, beep, lock, in/
out connection,
video/ audio
r status! Get device current status r status! crosspoint, edid,
scaler, hdcp, network
status
MCU BOOT: Vx.xx.xx
MCU APP: Vx.xx.xx
SUB1 APP: Vx.xx.xx
SUB2 APP: Vx.xx.xx
r fw version! Get Firmware version r fw version! CPLD APP: Vx.xx.xx
WEB GUI: Vx.xx
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r edid data hdmi y! Get the EDID data of the hdmi r edid data hdmi 1! EDID: 00 FF FF FF FF
output y port, y=1~4 FF FF 00 ………
Get the EDID data of the hdbt
r edid data hdbt y! r edid data hdbt 1! EDID: 00 FF FF FF FF
output y port, y=1~4 FF FF 00 ………
CEC Setting
set input x power on by CEC,
s cec in x on! s cec in 1 on! input 1 power on
x=0~4(0=all input)
set input x power off by CEC,
s cec in x off! s cec in 1 off! input 1 power off
x=0~4(0=all input)
set input x open menu by CEC,
s cec in x menu! s cec in 1 menu! input 1 open menu
x=0~4(0=all input)
set input x play by CEC, input 1 play operation
s cec in x play! s cec in 1 play!
x=0~4(0=all input)
set input x pause by CEC, input 1 pause
s cec in x pause! s cec in 1 pause!
x=0~4(0=all input) operation
set input x stop by CEC,
s cec in x stop! s cec in 1 stop! input 1 stop operation
x=0~4(0=all input)
set input x rewind by CEC, input 1 rewind
s cec in x rew! s cec in 1 rew!
x=0~4(0=all input) operation
set input x volume mute by CEC,
s cec in x mute! s cec in 1 mute! input 1 volume mute
x=0~4(0=all input)
set input x volume down by CEC,
s cec in x vol-! s cec in 1 vol-! input 1 volume down
x=0~4(0=all input)
set input x volume up by CEC,
s cec in x vol+! s cec in 1 vol+! input 1 volume up
x=0~4(0=all input)
set input x fast forward by CEC, input 1 fast forward
s cec in x ff! s cec in 1 ff!
x=0~4(0=all input) operation
set input x previous by CEC, input 1 previous
s cec in x s cec in 1 previous!
x=0~4(0=all input) operation
previous!
set input x next by CEC,
s cec in x next! s cec in 1 next! input 1 next operation
x=0~4(0=all input)
s cec hdmi out y set hdmi output y power on by s cec hdmi out 1 hdmi output 1 power
on! CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdmi output) on! on
set hdbt output y power on by
s cec hdbt out y on! s cec hdbt out 1 on! hdbt output 1 power on
CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdbt output)
s cec hdmi out y set hdmi output y power off by s cec hdmi out 1 hdmi output 1 power
off! CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdmi output) off! off
s cec hdbt out y off! set hdbt output y power off by s cec hdbt out 1 off! hdbt output 1 power off
CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdbt output)
s cec hdmi out y set hdmi output y volume mute by s cec hdmi out 1 hdmi output 1 volume
mute! CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdmi output) mute! mute
s cec hdbt out y set hdbt output y volume mute by s cec hdbt out 1 hdbt output 1 volume
mute! CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdbt output) mute! mute
s cec hdmi out y set hdmi output y volume down s cec hdmi out 1 hdmi output 1 volume
vol-! by CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdmi output) vol-! down
s cec hdbt out y set hdbt output y volume down by s cec hdbt out 1 hdbt output 1 volume
vol-! CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdbt output) vol-! down
s cec hdmi out y set hdmi output y volume up by s cec hdmi out 1 hdmi output 1 volume
vol+! CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdmi output) vol+! up
s cec hdbt out y set hdbt output y volume up by s cec hdbt out 1 hdbt output 1 volume
vol+! CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdbt output) vol+! up
s cec hdmi out y set hdmi output y active source s cec hdmi out 1 hdmi output 1 active
active! by CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdmi output) active! source
s cec hdbt out y set hdbt output y active source s cec hdbt out 1 hdbt output 1 active
active! by CEC, y=0~4(0=all hdbt output) active! source
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After-sales Service
Should you experience problems using the ALF-MUH44E, please note that any transport
costs of the equipment to the distributor are borne by the user during the warranty.
1) Product Limited Warranty: Alfatron warrants that its products will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for seven years, which starts from the first
day of purchase. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice
which is evidence that the unit is within the warranty period must be presented to
obtain warranty service.
2) What the warranty does not cover (servicing available for a fee):
● Warranty expiration.
● Factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product.
● Damage, deterioration, or malfunction caused by:
● Normal wear and tear.
● Use of supplies or parts not meeting product specifications.
● No certificate or invoice as the proof of warranty.
● The product model showed on the warranty card does not match with the
product or if the product had been altered.
● Damage caused by force majeure.
● Servicing not authorized by Alfatron.
● Any other causes which do not relate to a product defect.
● Delivery, installation or labour charges for installation or setup of the product.
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Warranty
Limited warranty in respect of Alfatron Products Only
1.1 This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product.
1.2 Should warranty service be required, proof of purchase must be presented to the
Company. The serial number on the product must be clearly visible and not have been
tampered with in any way whatsoever.
1.3 This limited warranty does not cover any damage, deterioration or malfunction
resulting from any alteration, modification, improper or unreasonable use or
maintenance, misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, exposure to excess moisture, fire,
improper packing and shipping (such claims must be presented to the carrier), lightning,
power surges, or other acts of nature. This limited warranty does not cover any damage,
deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from
any installation, any unauthorized tampering with this product, any repairs attempted by
anyone unauthorized by the Company to make such repairs, or any other cause which
does not relate directly to a defect in materials and/or workmanship of this product. This
limited warranty does not cover equipment enclosures, cables or accessories used in
conjunction with this product.
This limited warranty does not cover the cost of normal maintenance. Failure of the
product due to insufficient or improper maintenance is not covered.
1.4 The Company does not warrant that the product covered hereby, including, without
limitation, the technology and/or integrated circuit(s) included in the product, will not
become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product
or technology with which the product may be used.
1.5 Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty.
This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this
product.
1.6 Unless otherwise specified, the goods are warranted in accordance with the
manufacturer’s product specific warranties against any defect attributable to faulty
workmanship or materials, fair wear and tear being excluded.
1.7 This limited warranty only covers the cost of faulty goods and does not include the
cost of labor and travel to return the goods to the Company’s premises.
1.8 In the event of any improper maintenance, repair or service being carried out by any
third persons during the warranty period without the Company’s written authorization, the
limited warranty shall be void.
1.9 A 7 (seven) year limited warranty is given on the aforesaid product where used
correctly according to the Company’s instructions, and only with the use of the
Company’s components.
1.10 The Company will, at its sole option, provide one of the following three remedies to
whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited
warranty:
1.10.1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable
period of time, free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the
repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition.; or
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1.10.2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed
by the Company to perform substantially the same function as the original product; or
1.10.3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined
based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty.
1.11 The Company is not obligated to provide the Customer with a substitute unit during
the limited warranty period or at any time thereafter.
1.12 If this product is returned to the Company this product must be insured during
shipment, with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by the Customer. If this
product is returned uninsured, the Customer assumes all risks of loss or damage during
shipment. The Company will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or
reinstallation of this product from or into any installation. The Company will not be
responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product, any adjustment of user
controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this product.
1.13 Please be aware that the Company’s products and components have not been
tested with competitor’s products and therefore the Company cannot warrant products
and/or components used in conjunction with competitor’s products.
1.14 The appropriateness of the goods for the purpose intended is only warranted to the
extent that the goods are used in accordance with the Company’s installation,
classification and usage instructions.
1.15 Any claim by the Customer which is based on any defect in the quality or condition
of the goods or their failure to correspond with specification shall be notified in writing to
the Company within 7 days of delivery or (where the defect or failure was not apparent
on reasonable inspection by the Customer) within a reasonable time after discovery of
the defect or failure, but, in any event, within 6 months of delivery.
1.16 If delivery is not refused, and the Customer does not notify the Company
accordingly, the Customer may not reject the goods and the Company shall have no
liability and the Customer shall pay the price as if the goods had been delivered in
accordance with the Agreement.
1.17 THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF THE COMPANY UNDER THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE
PRODUCT.
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