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INTRODUCTION

The Evolution by Vanco Quick Install 4x4 Matrix over Cat5e/Cat6 Cable with RS-232 is an HD switching 

and extension system that comprises of a 4 input/4 output HD Matrix together with included 4 display 

receivers.  Have 4 sources displayed simultaneously on any display or have a single source duplicated on 

multiple displays, flexibility for the perfect solution.  Simple plug and play solution that allows each output 

with the ability to extend HDMI signal up to 131 feet over a single category 5e or 6 cable.  Features 

additional HDMI output per UTP output for flexibility or mirroring capability, able to handle up to 8 

displays.  With an output bandwidth of 6.75 Gbps, the EVMX4044 is capable of full 1080p HD video and 

HD multi-channel audio distribution with simple control using the front panel or remotely via IR Receivers 

at display locations.  Includes RS-232 connectivity for third party integration for control and switching, as 

well as IP control along with LAN connectivity for IP control and switching remotely, using a smartphone 

or tablet.  Also features EDID management system, which allows and encourages device communication 

compatibility for seamless integration.  For the quickest, most convenient and cost effective means of 

transmitting and controlling full, uncompressed 1080p HD video and HD audio, the EVMX4044 is a solid 

choice for any application.

FEATURES

Quick Install HDMI® 4x4 Matrix over Single Cat5e/Cat6 

Cable 

Part # EVMX4044

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Allows up to 4 HDMI sources to be distributed simultaneously to up to 4 displays

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Transmission Range: Extends 1080p resolution up to 131ft/40m over Cat5e/6

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4 additional HDMI outputs for flexibility or mirroring capability;  allows for connection 

of up to 8 displays or the ability to create a larger distribution system by cascading or 

daisy chaining

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Quick Install, 1080p HD Matrix Switcher providing a perfect solution for Home or Retail 

AV as well as Commercial and Hospitality installations with all necessary receivers and 

IR accessories included

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Features EDID management which supports default HDMI EDID and has the ability to 

learn the EDID of display equipment for any “handshake” issues via RS-232 connectivity

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For even greater control and fine tuning, each receiver features a fully adjustable EQ 

distance range for optimizing the transmission signal

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Receivers feature LED indicators for clear power and video signal selection 

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HDCP Compliant

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Supports HDMI Deep Color and 3D

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Supports 7.1 channel digital audio

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Wideband IR pass-through (20kHz to 60 kHz) 

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Choose from 5 switching modes – front panel buttons, Local remote control, RS-232 

control, IR call-back (dedicated IR extension cable connected to IR extension port, and 

IR emitters on sources required), and IP control utilizing smartphone or tablet via LAN

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12V DC, UL Listed Power supply for 4x4 matrix 

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5V DC, UL Listed Power Supplies for Receivers (4 total) 

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4x4 Matrix Dimensions: 17.32”(440mm) W x 1.73”(44mm) H x 5.98”(151.8mm) D

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Receiver Dimensions: 3.6” (92mm) W x 1.1” (28mm) H x 2.9” (74mm) D

Summary of Contents for Evolution EVMX4044

Page 1: ...Vanco Part Number EVMX4044 Quick Install HDMI 4x4 Matrix Selector Switch over Single Cat5e Cat6 Cable www vanco1 com 800 626 6445 HDMI 4x4 MATRIX SELECTOR SWITCH over Cat5e Cat6 Cable...

Page 2: ...ularly at the plugs 9 Use unit only with accessories specified by the manufacturer 10 Refer all servicing to qualified personnel CAUTION HDMI is a very complex technology requiring continuous authenti...

Page 3: ...ick Install HDMI 4x4 Matrix over Single Cat5e Cat6 Cable Part EVMX4044 Allows up to 4 HDMI sources to be distributed simultaneously to up to 4 displays Transmission Range Extends 1080p resolution up t...

Page 4: ...232 connector DE 9 9 pin D sub female 3 5mm connector Matrix Unit Earphone jack for IR blaster All IR Out IR control on all source devices IR1 IR4 IR control on individual source device Earphone jack...

Page 5: ...el 8 Output Port 1 4 RJ 45 outputs for each output channel 9 INPUT 1 4 HDMI inputs 10 IR Receiver 1 4 Infrared 3 5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR receiver 11 System IR Receiver Ext...

Page 6: ...displays are capable to play the HDMI signals normally RECEIVERS 1 5V DC Connect to 5V DC power supply 2 HDMI OUT Connect to a HDMI display with a HDMI male male cable 3 EQ ROTARY DIAL If you see flic...

Page 7: ...ch EDID Settings There are nine embedded default EDID settings as shown below OPERATION CONTROL FRONT PANEL 1 INPUT OUTPUT MAPPING Use the LEFT or RIGHT push button to select the output desired to swi...

Page 8: ...cle button shown below to select Input 2 to Output 3 2 Function Key Button Function OFF Standby mode ON Power on the matrix switcher STATUS Preset output status SAVE Save current mapping mode PRESET P...

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Page 10: ...tware control through RS 232 OPERATION CONTROL SOFTWARE CONTROL THROUGH RS 232 AND LAN PORT 1 I O Routing Button 2 Rename I O Button 3 EDID Button 4 Network Button 5 F W Update Default Reset Button 6...

Page 11: ...Mapping I O Select the input Click Send to change the I O setting Save Mapping Select Mapping 1 8 Click Save button to save current mapping Preset Mapping Select Mapping 1 8 Click Recall button to re...

Page 12: ...www vanco1 com 12 2 Rename I O Button Rename I O Rename output name Rename input name Rename Mapping Rename Mapping name...

Page 13: ...lect output Select Input Click Send button to learn display EDID Load EDID File to Input Select Input Click Load button to select the EDID file View EDID Select Input or HDMI output Click View button...

Page 14: ...www vanco1 com 14 4 NETWORK Save Setting Save the IP address which is manually entered Read Setting Read the IP address from the device The default IP address is 192 168 1 111...

Page 15: ...STEM BUTTON Firmware Update 1 Version To get the F W version information 2 Factory Reset 3 Help To view the steps of the firmware update 4 Firmware Update Main Board 5 Firmware Update Web IC 6 Firmwar...

Page 16: ...nco1 com 16 6 COM PORT SELECTION Click button to select COM Port 7 CONNECTION STATUS Connected Status Connecting Status Disconnected Status 8 CONNECT DISCONNECT Click this button to change connection...

Page 17: ...to Ethernet function If Ethernet is connected the button will emit to show that ethernet is connected 9 RS 232 10 ETHERNET Click button to switch to RS 232 function If RS 232 is connected the button...

Page 18: ...Password matrix 1 I O Routing Button 2 Setting Button 3 EDID Button 1 Refresh Mapping 2 I O a Select the input 3 Save Mapping a Select Mapping 1 8 b Click Save button to save current mapping 4 Recall...

Page 19: ...the password has to be 6 characters a Key in old password b Key in new password c Key in new password again 3 EDID 1 Learn EDID from Default a Select Default EDID 1 8 Default EDID b Select Input c Cl...

Page 20: ...www vanco1 com 20 CONNECTION DIAGRAM...

Page 21: ...front of the IR receiver eye Double sided adhesive tape provided 5 Plug in IR receivers to the port of the display receiver baluns IR RX the receivers are labeled IR RX use provided double sided adhe...

Page 22: ...atrix unit EVMX4044 place blaster in front of the IR eye of the corresponding source IR RECEIVER EV IRRX Plug IR Receiver into IR RX port of matrix unit EVMX4044 place receiver at or near correspondin...

Page 23: ...lacement of IR Blaster and Receiver may result in the failure of the unit Please check carefully before plugging in the IR accessories into the respective IR sockets 3 If your HDMI display has multipl...

Page 24: ...the hot plug concept With all of the HDMI cables disconnected turn on the source and plug in the HDMI cable into it s output then power up the Vanco unit and plug the HDMI cable into it s input final...

Page 25: ...risk of damage to the unit Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit Do not attempt to service this unit yourself except where explained in this manual Provide proper ventilation and a...

Page 26: ...est to Vanco A surge protector power conditioner unit or an uninterruptible power supply must be installed in the electrical circuit to protect against power surges If repairs are needed during the wa...

Page 27: ...table for their requirements and that it is installed correctly All rights are reserved No parts of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted by any form or means electronic or mechanical including...

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