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HD-MD8X1/HD-MD8X2

QuickSwitch HD HDMI Switcher

Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6714B

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QuickSwitch HD HDMI Switcher: HD-MD8X1/HD-MD8X2

Introduction ...............................................................................................................................1

Features and Functions ................................................................................................1

Applications.................................................................................................................4

Internal Block Diagram ...............................................................................................4

Specifications ..............................................................................................................5

Physical Description....................................................................................................8

Setup ........................................................................................................................................12

Network Wiring.........................................................................................................12

Identity Code .............................................................................................................12

Installation.................................................................................................................13

Hardware Hookup .....................................................................................................15

HDCP Signal Path .....................................................................................................15

EDID .........................................................................................................................17

Uploading and Upgrading........................................................................................................18

Establishing Communication.....................................................................................18

Programs and Firmware ............................................................................................19

Program Checks ........................................................................................................20

Operation .................................................................................................................................21

Operating Modes .......................................................................................................21

View

Mode.................................................................................................................21

Route

Mode ...............................................................................................................22

Problem Solving ......................................................................................................................23

Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................23

Check Network Wiring..............................................................................................23

Reference Documents................................................................................................24

Further Inquiries ........................................................................................................25

Future Updates ..........................................................................................................25

Return and Warranty Policies ..................................................................................................26

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ......................................................................26

Crestron Limited Warranty........................................................................................26

Summary of Contents for QuickSwitch HD-MD8X1

Page 1: ...Crestron HD MD8X1 HD MD8X2 QuickSwitchHD HDMI Switcher Operations Installation Guide ...

Page 2: ...g the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help I...

Page 3: ...etup 12 Network Wiring 12 Identity Code 12 Installation 13 Hardware Hookup 15 HDCP Signal Path 15 EDID 17 Uploading and Upgrading 18 Establishing Communication 18 Programs and Firmware 19 Program Checks 20 Operation 21 Operating Modes 21 View Mode 21 Route Mode 22 Problem Solving 23 Troubleshooting 23 Check Network Wiring 23 Reference Documents 24 Further Inquiries 25 Future Updates 25 Return and ...

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Page 5: ...1 2 is used except where noted HDMI is the standard for interfacing high definition AV equipment and is key to handling the latest HD video and audio formats Providing unparalleled performance functionality and custom integration capability the HD MD8X1 2 supports HDMI with HDCP Deep Color and 3D handling 1080p60 HD video and WUXGA computer resolutions as well as multichannel HD lossless audio Fea...

Page 6: ...herefore if too many displays are connected the source stops outputting a signal without warning Crestron QuickSwitch HD however manages the keys for every HDCP compliant device in the system maintaining continuous authentication for each device to ensure fast reliable switching EDID Format Management With HDMI comes a multitude of confusing video and audio formats to keep track of and chances are...

Page 7: ...ust for initial system testing Front panel buttons may be locked out to prevent unauthorized tampering or accidental switching while the LED indicators remain active to show signal routing status The input and output controls can be labeled easily using Crestron Engraver software or standard 3 8 10 mm tape labels Native Crestron Control Via the choice of Cresnet or high speed Ethernet the HD MD8X1...

Page 8: ... DOC 6714B Applications The following diagram shows an HD MD8X2 in a residential application HD MD8X2 in a Residential Application Internal Block Diagram The following diagram represents the switching abilities of the HD MD8X1 2 Internal Block Diagram of the HD MD8X1 2 HDMI RX 8 HDMI TX 1 or 2 Digital Video Switch Digital Audio Switch ...

Page 9: ...720 x 480 60 Hz 480p 720 x 576 50 Hz 576p 800 x 600 60 Hz 848 x 480 60 Hz 852 x 480 60 Hz 854 x 480 60 Hz 1024 x 768 60 Hz 1024 x 852 60 Hz 1024 x 1024 60 Hz 1280 x 720 50 Hz 720p50 1280 x 720 60 Hz 720p60 1280 x 768 60 Hz 1280 x 800 60 Hz 1280 x 960 60 Hz 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 1360 x 768 60 Hz 1365 x 1024 60 Hz 1366 x 768 60 Hz 1400 x 1050 60 Hz 1440 x 900 60 Hz 1600 x 900 60 Hz 1600 x 1200 60 Hz 168...

Page 10: ...t For control and console 10 100 Mbps auto switching auto negotiating auto discovery full half duplex DHCP Cresnet For control and console Cresnet slave USB For console USB 2 0 client HDMI Provides EDID and HDCP key management Power Cresnet Power Usage HD MD8X1 26 W 1 09 A 24 Vdc HD MD8X2 27 W 1 13 A 24 Vdc Default Net ID 9B Environmental Temperature 32º to 104º F 0º to 40º C Humidity 10 to 90 RH ...

Page 11: ...nterface HD DA 2 1 to 2 HDMI Distribution Amplifier and Audio Converter HD EXT1 C HDMI over Shielded Twisted Pair Extender HD EXT2 C HDMI over Shielded Twisted Pair Extender HD RX1 F HDMI over Fiber Receiver HD RX3 F HDMI over Fiber Receiver HD SCALER High Definition Video Scaler HD TX1 F HDMI over Fiber Transmitter HD TX3 F HDMI over Fiber Transmitter HDMI IN requires an appropriate adapter or in...

Page 12: ...HDMI Switcher HD MD8X1 HD MD8X2 Operations Installation Guide DOC 6714B Physical Description This section provides information on the connections controls and indicators available on the HD MD8X1 2 HD MD8X1 Physical Views Front and Rear HD MD8X2 Physical Views Front and Rear ...

Page 13: ...ation Guide DOC 6714B QuickSwitch HD HDMI Switcher HD MD8X1 HD MD8X2 9 HD MD8X1 2 Overall Dimensions HD MD8X2 Shown 9 75 in 248 mm 10 06 in 256 mm 17 03 in 433 mm 1 70 in 44 mm HD MD8X1 2 Connectors Controls and Indicators HD MD8X2 Shown 11 1 2 10 12 13 14 15 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 16 ...

Page 14: ...d LED 1 Push button and red LED selects video routing view 8 IN 1 8 Buttons and LEDs 8 Push buttons and red LEDs select input for routing 9 OUT 1 OUT 1 2 Buttons and LEDs HD MD8X1 1 or HD MD8X2 2 push buttons and red LEDs select output for routing 10 INPUT 1 8 8 19 pin Type A HDMI female HDMI digital video audio inputs Supports DVI and DisplayPort Multimode 2 11 OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 1 2 HD MD8X1 1 or H...

Page 15: ...G 2 4 pin 3 5 mm detachable terminal blocks Cresnet slave ports paralleled 24 Power 24 Vdc Y Data Z Data G Ground 16 G 1 6 32 screw chassis ground lug 1 Interface connectors for the NET ports are provided with the unit 2 HDMI IN requires an appropriate adapter or interface cable to accommodate a DVI or DisplayPort Multimode signal HDMI OUT requires an appropriate adapter or interface cable to acco...

Page 16: ...ng Ethernet devices in a Crestron system refer to the Crestron e Control Reference Guide Doc 6052 at www crestron com manuals Identity Code Net ID The Net ID of the HD MD8X1 2 has been factory set to 9B The Net IDs of multiple HD MD8X1 2 devices in the same system must be unique Net IDs are changed from a personal computer PC via Crestron Toolbox refer to Establishing Communication on page 18 When...

Page 17: ...mounting or servicing the unit in the rack NOTE Observe the following guidelines when installing equipment in a rack Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature If installed in a closed or multi unit rack assembly the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient temperature Therefore consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment co...

Page 18: ...p 3 for a detailed view 2 Position a rack ear so that its mounting holes align with the holes vacated by the screws in step 1 3 Secure the ear to the unit with three screws from step 1 as shown in the following diagram Ear Attachment for Rack Mounting Use Cover Screws 4 Repeat procedure steps 1 through 3 to attach the remaining ear to the opposite side Stacking Four feet are provided with the HD M...

Page 19: ... lug to an earth ground building steel NOTE To prevent overheating do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications Label the Buttons Use Crestron Engraver software to print custom labels for the HD MD8X1 2 s front panel buttons and LEDs Crestron recommends printing on 100 pound paper Paper weighing less than 100 pounds t...

Page 20: ...Devices Reported Depth 1 3 HDCP Devices Reported Depth 1 3 HDCP Devices Reported Depth 2 Blu ray Player Device 1 Reported Depth 2 Device 2 Reported Depth 1 Device 3 Reported Depth 0 HD MD8X1 2 AV Receiver with HDCP Display Using HDMI with HDCP 4 HDCP Devices Reported Depth 2 Blu ray Player HD MD8X2 Reported Depth 2 Device 1 Device 2 Display Using HDMI with HDCP Reported Depth 0 Device 3 Device 4 R...

Page 21: ...ng to the HDMI standard HDMI sources are expected to only deliver audio and video formats that are supported by the destination To configure video audio EDID use the DMTool in Crestron Toolbox The DMTool allows the EDID configuration to be set manually while ensuring that the EDID is accurate For detailed information about configuring video audio EDID refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file Operat...

Page 22: ...access to certain areas of the site including the FTP site Establishing Communication Use Crestron Toolbox for communicating with the HD MD8X1 2 refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file for details There are three methods of communication indirect USB and TCP IP Indirect Indirect Communication PC Running Crestron Toolbox HD MD8X1 2 Serial or USB LAN Cresnet Control System COM PUT ER PWR NET HW R SW...

Page 23: ... about the device Programs and Firmware Program or firmware files may be distributed from programmers to installers or from Crestron to dealers Firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron Web site as new features are developed after product releases One has the option to upload programs via the programming software or to upload and upgrade via the Crestron Toolbox For details on uploading an...

Page 24: ... that can be performed on the HD MD8X1 2 Ethernet Connections For Ethernet connections using Crestron Toolbox display the System Info window Tools System Info and select the Functions menu to display actions that can be performed on the HD MD8X1 2 Be sure to use Crestron Toolbox to create the HD MD8X1 2 s IP table 1 Select Functions IP Table Setup 2 Add modify or delete entries in the IP table The...

Page 25: ...ivate the Route mode When in the Route mode pressing an input button shows the output s that are connected to the input Audio and video portions of an input can be routed independently For more information refer to Route Mode on page 22 View Mode Use the View mode to view routing information for inputs and output s To select the View mode press the VIEW button The VIEW LED lights View Source Routi...

Page 26: ... corresponding to the input to be switched The LED of the selected input lights To turn off an output deselect the input 3 Press the button s corresponding to the output s to be switched The LED s of the selected output s light and the new route is connected 4 Repeat for any other routes to be changed Switch Audio and Video Separately 1 Press the A or V buttons to select the audio or video portion...

Page 27: ...wer Verify that cables plugged into the NET ports are secure NET LED does not illuminate Cresnet connection is not used Use a Cresnet connection Net ID is not set to match the Net ID in the Crestron Studio or SIMPL Windows program Using Crestron Toolbox poll the network Verify that the Net ID for the switcher is set to match the ID specified in the Crestron Studio or SIMPL Windows program Incorrec...

Page 28: ... 4 MM P Cresnet power usage of entire run or chain 2 2 L 40 000 R x P Where Make sure the cable length value is less than the value calculated on the right side of the equation For example a Cresnet run using 18 AWG Crestron Certified Wire and drawing 20 watts should not have a length of run more than 333 feet 101 meters If Cresnet HP is used for the same run its length could extend to 1250 feet 3...

Page 29: ...linehelp First time users must establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features Future Updates As Crestron improves functions adds new features and extends the capabilities of the HD MD8X1 2 additional information may be made available as manual updates These updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements prior to the release of a complete technical docume...

Page 30: ...following exceptions disk drives and any other moving or rotating mechanical parts pan tilt heads and power supplies are covered for a period of one 1 year touch screen display and overlay components are covered for 90 days batteries and incandescent lamps are not covered This warranty extends to products purchased directly from Crestron or an authorized Crestron dealer Purchasers should inquire o...

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