HDBaseT™ 8×8 HDMI Matrix over

CAT5e/6/7

Operation Manual
VER:1.0
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and
safety, please read the instruction carefully before connecting, operating or
adjusting this product. Please keep the manual for future reference.

Caution
The extender using UTP cable termination follows the standard of
IEEE-568B.

Advanced:
The extender will in Automatic protection mode when using UTP cable
termination follows the standard of IEEE-568A.

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1.Introduction
The HDBaseT 8x8 HDMI Matrix with simultaneous CAT5e/6/7 and HDMI
outputs connects eight HDMI sources to sixteen displays. This matrix
features eight HDMI outputs and each HDMI eight is mirrored to provide a
CAT-Cable output which runs simultaneously. It supports the transmission
of video (resolutions up to 1080p Full HD and 4Kx2K@30Hz) and supports
high resolution digital audio formats such as LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD,
Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD Master Audio. Connect a HDBaseT Receiver
to each of the CAT-Cable outputs to extend the HDMI signal up to
230ft/70m(70m version)for multi-room connectivity. It works with Blu-Ray
players, Set-Top boxes, Home Theater PCs, and game consoles that connect
to an HDMI display. Any source is accessible at all times by any display by
selecting it via the supplied IR Remote Control, RS-232, TCP/IP or by using
the selection buttons on the front panel. This device supports High
Definition Audio, and 3D signal compatibility.

2.Features
 HDMI input supports: HDMI2.0, HDCP 2.2 and DVI1.0 compliant
 Supports HDMI 3D pass-through
 Supports resolutions from VGA~WUXGA and HD resolutions from
480i~1080p~4Kx2K@60 dependent upon the EDID settings
 Support video format up to 4k2k@30Hz with 24bit RGB/YCBCR
4:4:4/YCBCR 4:2:2, and up to 4k2k@60Hz with 12bit YCBCR 4:2:0.
 Supports transmission distances up to 230ft/70m through CAT5e/6/7
cable
 Support POE function
 Supports simultaneous HDMI and CAT outputs
 Supports wideband IR(30-60Khz) matrix system, IR transport channel
can be forward or backward. And supports GLOBAL IR input and output.
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 Supports RS-232, remote control, on-panel control and TCP/IP Control
 Supports smart EDID management
 Supports Digital Audio and stereo audio outputs
 Support bi-directional IR& RS232 control
 Supports LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD
Master Audio transmission

3.Package Contents
 HDBaseT 8x8 HDMI Matrix----------------------------------------------1PCS
 HDBaseT Receiver---------------------------------------------------------8PCS
 AC power cable-------------------------------------------------------------1PCS
 Operation Manual----------------------------------------------------------1PCS
 Wideband IR Tx cable-----------------------------------------------------9PCS
 Wideband IR Rx cable-----------------------------------------------------10PCS
 HDMI Matrix IR Remote--------------------------------------------------1PCS
 Mounting ears(Matrix)----------------------------------------------------2PCS
 Mounting ears(Receiver)-------------------------------------------------16PCS
 RS232 cable------------------------------------------------------------------1PCS

4.Specifications
Video Bandwidth 297MHz[10.2Gbps]
Support Video Resolution 480i,576i,480p,576p,720p,1080i,
1080p24/30/50/60,4Kx2K@30,
4Kx2K@60 (4:2:0);
Input Ports 8×HDMI, 10×IR Receiver, 1×RS-232,
1×RJ-45(Control),8× RS232
Output Ports 8×CAT5e/6/7, 9×IR Blaster, 8×HDMI
8×Audio,8×Digital audio
HDMI connector Type A 19 pin female
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RJ-45 connector WE/SS 8P8C
3.5mm connector (TX and RX) IR Receiver/IR Blaster
ESD Protection Human-body Model:
± 8kV (Air-gap discharge)
± 4kV (Contact discharge)
Power Supply AC 100~240V 50/60Hz
Dimensions 440 mm (W)×362 mm (D)×88 mm (H)
Weight 6.5kg
Chassis Material Metal
Silkscreen Color Black
Operating Temperature 0 ºC~40 ºC/32 ºF~104 ºF
Storage Temperature −20 ºC~60 ºC/−4 ºF~140 ºF
Relative Humidity 20~90 % RH (non-condensing)
Power Consumption 100 W(max)/0.5w(Standby)

5. PANEL FUNCTIONS
5.1 Front Panel

1. LCM: Displays the information of each input and output setting and EDID
management .
2. IR: IR Receiver window (accepts the remote control signal of this device
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 only).
POWER: Press this button to power the device on/off. The LED will
illuminate green when the power is on, red when it is in 'Standby' mode.
LOCK: Press this button to lock all the buttons on the panel, press again
to unlock.
3. OUTPUT/INPUT: Press the OUTPUT and INPUT button to select the
output corresponding input.
For example: Press OUPUT ALL>INPUT 1, The OUTPUT
A/B/C/D/E/F/G/H will be set to INPUT 1.
Press PTP button, The OUTPUT A/B/C/D/E/F/G/H will corresponding
INPUT 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8.
4. EDID: Smart EDID management, the LCM will display the EDID operation.
Press the MENU button will enter the EDID management window,
press UP or DOWN button to select the needed EDID setting, press
ENTER button to select the download input source. It can easy
download any EDID mode to any input source.
Note: The EDID mode table
EDID Mode EDID Description
1 1080i, 2CH AUDIO
2 1080i, DOLBY/DTS 5.1
3 1080i, HD AUDIO
4 1080p, 2CH AUDIO
5 1080p, DOLBY/DTS 5.1
6 1080p, HD AUDIO
7 3D,1080p, 2CH AUDIO
8 3D, 1080p,DOLBY/DTS 5.1
9 3D,1080p, HD AUDIO
10 4k*2k, 2CH AUDIO
11 4k*2k, DOLBY/DTS 5.1
12 4k*2k, HD AUDIO
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 13 4K x 2K@60Hz, 2CH AUDIO
14 4K x 2K@60Hz , DOLBY/DTS 5.1
15 4K x 2K@60Hz , HD AUDIO
16 Copy from HDMI OUTPUT A
17 Copy from HDMI OUTPUT B
18 Copy from HDMI OUTPUT C
19 Copy from HDMI OUTPUT D
20 Copy from HDBT OUTPUT A
21 Copy from HDBT OUTPUT B
22 Copy from HDBT OUTPUT C
23 Copy from HDBT OUTPUT D

EDID. What is it and what is it used for?

Under normal circumstances, a source device (digital and analog) will require
information about a connected device/display to assess what resolutions and
features are available. The source can then cater its output to send only
resolutions and features that are compatible with the attached device/display. This
information is called EDID (Extended Display Information Data)
and a source device can only accept and read one EDID from a connected
device/display. Likewise, the source an only output one resolution for use by a
connected device/display.
Why is EDID so important with the HDMI Matrix ?
The Matrix is complex piece of technology that replicates and switches between
multiple inputs and outputs. Each connected source device will require one EDID
to read. EDID management is carefully handled by HDMI Matrix to provide a
single EDID for each source to read.
What options do I have to manage the EDID in the HDMI Matrix ?
First, it is important to note that each source device can only output one
video/audio signal type. This includes resolutions and timings. When multiple
devices/displays are used, such as with the HDMI Matrix, it is important to use
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devices/displays that have similar or compatible resolutions/features. This will
ensure that the single video/audio signal produced by the source device is
accepted by all of the connected output devices/displays. The user has the option,
through the EDID management window, to choose how the unit will manage the
EDID from multiple HDMI devices/displays. Therefore the user has some
control over the resolutions/features that the source devices will output. The
HDMI Matrix for has a multiple EDID management modes that will control how
the EDID information from multiple devices/displays are combined, ignored, and
routed.

5.2 Rear Panel

1. GND: Connect the Housing to ground.

2. IR Matrix
IR EXT: if the panel sensor is obstructed or the unit is installed in a closed
area out of infrared line of sight, the IR RX receiver included can be inserted

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 into the IR EXT port at the rear to extend the IR sensor range and enable
local control of the matrix.
IR IN/OUT: Super IR control system interface. For further details, please
refer to the Super IR system control introduction.
3. PC CONTROL
TCP/IP: This port is the link for TCP/IP control, connect to an active Ethernet
link with an RJ45 terminated cable.
RS232: Connect to a PC or control system with D-Sub 9-pin cable for the
transmission of RS-232 commands.
4. AUDIO OUTPUT: The coaxial and analog audio output connects to the audio
amplifier. The TX and RX for RS232 communication with the HDBT Receiver
TX and RX.
5. HDMI INPUT: Connect to the HDMI input source devices such as a DVD
player or a Set-top Box with HDMI cable.
6. VIDEO OUTPUT: The HDMI OUTPUT connect to HDMI equipped TVs or
monitors and the HDBT OUTPUT connect to the HDBT Receiver.
7. AC POWER INPUT: Connect to AC power with AC power cable.

6. Remote Control
1. Power on /Standby：Press this button for power on
the matrix or set it to standby mode.
2. Input port selection area ： Press these buttons to
select input 1-8. Press forward/backward button will
cycle from input 1-8.
3. Output port selection area ： Press these buttons to
select output A-H, including ALL.

How to operate the Matrix Remote?

1. Power on and standby
Q. How to power on and standby?

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A. Press Power on /Standby button and wait a while.

2. How to select Output and Input Port?

Q. OUTPUT-X select INPUT-Y:
A. Press OUTPUT-X (X means 1 to 8 of outputs, including ALL)
Press INPUT-Y (Y means 1 to 8 of inputs)

7. IR Control system (IR Call-back of Matrix and Source Devices)

The matrix is not only a switcher and

extender of multiple HDMI signals to multiple HDMI receivers located remotely,
it also passes IR control signals through the IR call-back system to the matrix and
HDMI sources for full, independent control of all connected inputs from output
locations.
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Two-way IR Call-back Between matrix, Sources and Displays from Multiple
Locations
A key feature on the matrix is discrete IR control of the matrix, sources and
displays from any location – so inputs at the matrix end can be controlled at a
display location and displays can be controlled at the matrix location. This is
accomplished by placing a series of IR Emitters on devices to control and IR
Receivers at all locations you wish to control from to enable the IR signal to
travel both ways via the single Cat5e/6/7 cable.

01. At Matrix end: Insert the 3.5mm jacks of the IR TX Emitters included with
the unit into the IR TX Emitter ports at the rear of the matrix according to input.
The IR signal is added to the HDMI of the input device so, for example, if the
user is watching Blu-ray on input 1, the IR signal will be directed through the IR
TX1 socket to control the device.
As each IR TX port is allocated to an individual HDMI input port, if the user is
unable to establish IR control of the device, care should be taken to check firstly,
that the IR emitter and HDMI input ports match (Input 1-TX1, Input2-TX2 etc.)
with plugs secured in correct ports, and secondly, that the IR TX emitter sensors
are firmly attached directly to the front of inputs and covering infrared sensor
windows of the source devices. Some later adjustment may be needed to the
location of the sensor to achieve the best performance results - sometimes
moving the sensor to different areas on the source can improve IR performance.
NOTE: Infrared receiving areas of devices can be located by shining a flashlight
onto the front of the device – the sensor should be able to be seen through the
plastic as a small, round object inside. Insert 3.5mm jacks of IR RX receivers
into RX ports, making sure the receivers themselves are placed in clear view to
receive an infrared signal from the remote handset used to control the display
outputs.

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02. At display end: Insert the IR RX Receiver jack into the IR RX port of the
display receiver balun, with the receivers themselves placed in clear view on or
near the displays to receive an infrared signal from the remote handset used to
control inputs. Insert the IR TX Emitter jack into the IR TX port of the display
receiver balun, ensuring that the emitter sensor is securely attached to infrared
sensor window of the display.Follow the same connection and positioning for all
baluns/displays connected to the matrix.If all IR TX Emitters and IR RX
Receivers are positioned and connected correctly with sources, displays and
display receivers fully powered and the matrix set to IR call-back enabled and IR
TX Swicth mode activated, two-way IR will now be possible.
Note: Misplaced or poorly secured IR Emitters and Receivers may result in
intermittent IR control signals passed to and from the matrix. Check your
placement and adjust if necessary.

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8. HDBT Receiver

1. POWER: This LED illuminates when the device is connected with

power supply.
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2. DC 24V: Plug the 24V DC power supply into the unit.
3. HDBaseT IN: Standard HDBaseT signal input port. Connect HDBaseT
transmitter with a UTP cable.
4. HDMI OUT: HDMI output port. This slot is where you connect the
HDTV or monitor with HDMI cable.
5. IR IN: Channel 1 IR Receiver. Connect with Wideband IR Rx.
6. IR OUT: Channel 2 IR Transmitter. Connect with Wideband IR Tx.
7. RS232: Phoenix jack provide Serial port control signal from receiver
or to receiver.
8. Connection Signal Indicator Lamp:
※Illuminate: The Transmitter and Receiver are in good connection
status.
※Flashing: The Transmitter and Receiver are in poor connection status.
※Dark: The Transmitter and Receiver are not connected.
9. Data Signal Indicator Lamp
※Illuminate: The HDMI signal with HDCP.
※Flashing: The HDMI signal without HDCP.
※Dark: No HDMI signal.

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9. Operate and Connect

1. Connect up to 8 sources such as a Blu-Ray Player, game console, A/V

Receiver, Cable or Satellite Receiver, etc. to the HDMI inputs on the unit. Do
not hotplug! Insert and extract cables carefully with the power switch off.
Connecting and disconnecting while the unit is powered can result in damage
to circuitry.
2. Connect the output HDBT ports and/or HDMI output ports, starting with
output 1, to the HDBT Receiver display receivers (sold separately) (using well
terminated or pre-terminated Cat5e/6/7 cables no longer than 230 ft)
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3. If utilizing UTP, connect the output HDMI ports of the HDBT Receiver
display receivers (sold separately) to high-definition displays such as an
HDTV or HD projector that use HDMI inputs. Note that high-speed HDMI
cables are recommended for the distances that are required for each
connection.
4. Plug in IR transmitters to the back of the Matrix Selector Switcher unit (IR
TX), the transmitters are labeled IR TX, place in front of the IR receiver of the
source, ensure that each emitter is placed in front of the IR receiver eye.
Double-sided adhesive tape provided.
5. Plug in IR receivers to the port of the HDBT Receiver display receivers (sold
separately) ,the receivers are labeled IR RX, use provided double-sided
adhesive tape to stick emitters at each display at a desired place that will
receive a remote signal.
6. For power, plug in the source first, followed by the Matrix (power supply
included), followed by the display receivers, followed by each output
connected.
7. Power on each device in the same sequence.

Supports power over cable function

This system can run by only the matrix(TX) is powered, RXs do not need
powered.

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Supports Bidirectional RS232 control function
This system provides 8 channels RS232 pass through functions, Can be
controlled through these channels you want to control the equipment.
For example 1, the PC or control system sends RS-232 signals control projector.

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For example 2, the PC or control system sends RS-232 signals control HDMI
Matrix.

Supports GLOBAL IR function

Use IR All input port can control all TV at the same time.

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The IR Blaster (IR TX) connect to the IR All output port, At the far end can use
DVD Remote control DVD, but not at the same time.

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