Binary B-500-MTRX-230-16x16, Installation Manual

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• Do not fully secure wiring and equipment until setup and testing has been successfully completed.
Wait until all programming, sources, and zones have been set up and thoroughly tested to strap wiring and
equipment down, in order to avoid restricting access to connections and settings on the equipment.
• Complete initial setup with all sources connected to the matrix locally.
If a source will be connected to an input by an HDMI extender, complete initial setup by connecting directly to
the input with a short HDMI cable. Relocate the source and install the extender after the source has been set
up and tested, and then confirm the new arrangement works.
6.4. Switcher Location and Placement
Binary matrix switchers are designed to deliver unsurpassed technology with superior performance. However,
where you install the switcher could greatly affect the performance of the system, and the life of the unit. Here are
some guidelines to follow when installing a B-500-MTRX-230-8x16 / B-500-MTRX-230-16x16 switcher.
• Be sure that the unit is in a well-ventilated area that provides adequate cooling.
• Do not block the cooling vents located on both sides of the unit.
• Do not place the unit on carpeting or any similar material.
• Do not install the unit near a source of heat, or in an extremely humid or wet location.
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If your enclosure lacks good air flow (such as solid cabinet doors or wall-mounted racks), it may be necessary to
create ventilation to allow outside air into the space.
• Allow a minimum of 3” of free air space on either side of the unit. (Does not apply to rack mounting).
• Allow a minimum of 3 “U” spaces above the unit for proper ventilation.
• Allow a minimum of 2” of depth behind unit to accommodate cables and connectors.
• When placing on a cabinet shelf, position the unit with all feet resting on a solid level surface.
6.5. Rack Installation
The B-500-MTRX-230-8x16 / B-500-MTRX-230-16x16 can be mounted in a rack with the front or rear panel
facing outward, and will displace 3U of vertical space when installed. Rear-facing installation allows for easy access
to the connections for installations that do not require the front panel of the unit to be accessed. Front-facing
mounting is useful for applications where the front panel must be accessible or visible.
The rack ears are packaged separately from the matrix switcher in the box. Attach the ears to the sides of the
matrix at the front or back using the included screws. Tighten with a #2 Phillips Screwdriver. It may be necessary to
remove the feet from the bottom when rack mounting the matrix switcher. Remove the screws for the feet with a
#2 Phillips Screwdriver and store the feet and screws together in case they are needed in the future.
Note: The rack ears and mounting holes are only designed to safely hold the weight of the
B-500-MTRX-230-8x16/B-500-MTRX-230-16x16.
CAUTION: Do not use the matrix switcher as a shelf for other equipment in the rack.
6.6. HDMI Input Connections
Each of the 8 or 16 inputs on the B-500-MTRX-230-8X16/16X16 utilizes a standard HDMI port for connection.
Follow these guidelines when connecting sources to the inputs
• Always use the shortest cable possible between source equipment and the matrix switcher inputs. Use
high-speed rated cables to guarantee the best possible performance.
• Always run one continuous cable when possible and avoid using HDMI cable adapters in runs.