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Key  Digital

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  FAT  BOY  Series

  KD-MSA8X8Pro  is  a  full  matrix  Audio  switcher  capable  of 

integrating up to 8 inputs or sources to 8 outputs or zones.  The unit accepts Analog and PCM 
digital audio signals. Can also accept Composite Video over PCM connection. Full control of 
Volume, Balance, Tone and Lip Sync for Analog and PCM sources. Can convert Analog to 
Digital, or Digital to Analog.

KD-MSA8X8Pro

Audio Matrix Switcher capable of switching up to

8 Analog L&R or Digital PCM Audio Sources/Inputs to

8 independent Zones/Outputs with full Audio Control

Set Up Guide

Summary of Contents for FatBOY KD-MSA8X8Pro

Page 1: ...igital audio signals Can also accept Composite Video over PCM connection Full control of Volume Balance Tone and Lip Sync for Analog and PCM sources Can convert Analog to Digital or Digital to Analog KD MSA8X8Pro Audio Matrix Switcher capable of switching up to 8 Analog L R or Digital PCM Audio Sources Inputs to 8 independent Zones Outputs with full Audio Control Set Up Guide ...

Page 2: ...tputs with full audio control for Volume Balance Tone and Lip Sync Key Features Switches 8 Analog and PCM Digital Audio or Composite Video sources to 8 independent Zones Outputs Built In Audio Processor Converts Analog to Digital or Digital to Analog Front LEDs indicate the selected source and input output status Key Benefits Capable of switching Composite video with audio by using the PCM connect...

Page 3: ...en the unit to the rack rails with the included machine screws Unit Configurations The KD MSA8X8Pro is a full matrix audio switcher capable of switching 8 inputs to 8 outputs Any input or source is available to any output or zone at any time The switcher can also be used as a distribution amplifier when all outputs are fed from the same source input The unit will handle line level Analog audio sig...

Page 4: ...t Right Analog Outputs and PCM Outputs Both signals will switch only Analog Outputs will have Audio Control PCM Outputs will be in pass through mode Any Audio type can be passed through PCM in this mode Type 5 PCM Inputs to Both Left Right Analog Outputs and PCM Outputs with full audio control PCM Audio will be converted to Analog and processed for control Will not pass multichannel audio Dolby Di...

Page 5: ...line level 8X L R RCA style connectors or 8X PCM or Composite Video RCA style connector Output Analog Stereo line level 8X L R RCA style connectors or 8X PCM or Composite Video RCA style connector The digital audio path will pass encoded signals such as AC3 DTS etc when Audio Type 1 4 is chosen for pass through mode The volume control feature will be disabled ...

Page 6: ...Page 6 Unit Connection Plate Power Connection Serial IR RS 232 Port IR Eye Operation Mode Switch 2 position slide switch to select Program Mode for upgrading firmware or Normal operation mode ...

Page 7: ...PCM Audio CV Video Select Cycle through to select PCM Audio CV Video Select LED Lights LED Input Indicator Bank Indicates selected input port for associated output There are 16 LED s for each Output number Top LED row Blue is for CVBS PCM Inputs 1 8 at each output Bottom LED row Orange is for Analog Stereo Audio Inputs 1 8 at each output PCM CVBS Mute and Stereo Audio Mute LED Indication When in M...

Page 8: ... PCM Audio PCM Audio PCM Audio All PCM Audio sources can be substituted with Composite Video Speakers Speakers Speakers Speakers Speakers Speakers Speakers Speakers KD MSA8X8Pro Audio RS232 Control Serial IR Optical IR Optical IR Zone 1 Zone 3 Zone 5 Zone 7 Zone 2 Zone 4 Zone 6 Zone 8 iPod XM Radio Blu Ray Cable TV CD Changer DVD Player Laptop Sound System ...

Page 9: ...g for day to day operation There are several options for controlling the unit Commands can be issued via IR remote control RS 232 or by using the front panel buttons Matrix Switching via Push Buttons For switching inputs simply press the selection buttons within the desired Output number Pressing this button repeatedly will cycle through all Video Audio Inputs Matrix Switching via IR To switch Ana...

Page 10: ...omized settings will be lost Remote Control The KD MSA8X8Pro ships with an IR remote control providing selection of inputs for every output As illustrated in the following diagram these convenient keys are clearly marked Power On Power OFF R1 Button R2 Button R3 Button All Mute Mute Balance Tone Controls Bass Middle Treble Lip Sync Delay All Restore Restore Arrow Up Down R4 Button Volume Numeric K...

Page 11: ... press Video Mode then enter the desired Input number Example To switch Output 2 Video to Input 4 press R1 02 VideoMode 04 Analog Audio Switch To switch Analog Audio ONLY Press R1 enter the desired Output number press Audio Mode then enter the desired Input number Example To switch Output 2 Audio to Input 4 press R1 02 AudioMode 04 Mute PCM or CV Video Analog Audio ALL To Mute both PCM or CV Video...

Page 12: ...el of Output 2 to 40 press R1 02 Volume 40 IR Extender You may also want to use an IR extender such as the KD IRKIT300 A rear panel sensor is available for use with the IR extender A wired IR serial connector is also provided Mount the IR extender on the side of the KD MSA8X8Pro unit or connect the serial connector cable Connecting Block KD IRCB204 KD IRB3099 Back of the Unit Wired IR Extender 3 5...

Page 13: ...Output Mute Interval yy 00 09 Default is 00 H Help PHI Help with Input Setup Commands PHO Help with Output Setup Commands PHC Help with Control Setup Commands PHT Help with Status Commands PN Power On PF Power Off System Output Set Up Commands To set Audio Configuration Type SP O xx T y To set the Audio Output Format Type Where xx 01 99 and is the Output number and y 1 5 and is the Configuration T...

Page 14: ...tput number and E is for Audio Mute Enabled D is for Audio Mute Disabled and T is to toggle between Enabled and Disabled Example To Enable Audio Mute for Output 3 issue the command SPO03AE To Mute Output PCM or CV Video Audio SP O xx AVM E D T To Mute the PCM or CV Video Audio Output for a specific Output Where xx 01 99 and is the Output number and E is for Video Audio Mute Enabled D is for Video ...

Page 15: ...T To Reset Unit to factory default settings SP C DF Example To reset the unit to factory default issue the command line SPCDF All customized setting will be lost System Status Commands Global Status ST A Example To issue a query for the current status of all parameters issue the command STA Key Digital provides a resource database for downloadable control modules at www keydigital com controlmain ...

Page 16: ...8dB RMS un weighted 65 dB RMS 5MHz weighted optimal EQ K Factor 0 22 optimal EQ Video Isolation Crosstalk 45dB 5MHz Analog Audio Max Input Level 4dBu on 50kΩ AC coupling Analog Audio Max Output Level 4dBu on 150kΩ DC coupling Audio Bandwidth 20Hz to 20kHz 0dBu TND Noise 0 33 0dBu 1kHz PCM Max Input Level 1Vpp on 75Ω AC coupling PCM Max Output Level 1Vpp on 75Ω DC coupling Control Front panel push ...

Page 17: ... Do not use this device near water 4 Clean only with dry cloth 5 Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 6 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 7 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 8 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required...

Page 18: ...Key Digital products please contact us at Phone 914 667 9700 E mail tech keydigital com Repairs and Warranty Service Should your product require warranty service or repair please obtain a Key Digital Return Material Authorization RMA number by contacting us at Phone 914 667 9700 E mail rma keydigital com Feedback Please email any comments questions about the manual to E mail customersupport keydig...

Page 19: ... 19 Warranty Information All Key Digital products are built to high manufacturing standards and should provide years of trouble free operation They are backed by a limited two year parts and labor warranty ...

Page 20: ...er Mike Tsinberg develops and manufactures high quality cutting edge technology solutions for virtually all applications where high quality video imaging is important Key Digital is at the forefront of the video industry for Home Theater Retailers Custom Installers System Integrators Broadcasters Manufacturers and Consumers Rev 0 Jan 2011 ...

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