Quick Start Guide
MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A
Further Information
The document is valid with the following firmware version: 1.0.0
The product brief and further information of this appliance is available on
section on the website of the product.
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Important Safety Instructions
Please read and keep the information in the attached safety instructions supplied with the
product before you start using the device.
Introduction
MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A is a standalone matrix switcher with eight HDMI video inputs and
eight HDMI video outputs. 4K / UHD (30Hz RGB 4:4:4, 60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0), 3D capabilities
and HDCP are fully supported. MMX8x8-HDMI-4K-A has four balanced, 5-pole Phoenix
audio inputs for embedding purposes and two balanced, 5-pole Phoenix audio outputs for
de-embedding.
Device Concept
The matrix is compatible with the HDMI 1.4 standard. The feature allows to switch video
signals up to 4K@30Hz 4:4:4 color space from any input to any output. Additional analog
audio input and output connectors allow to embed a different audio signal in the HDMI stream
or breakout the audio signal from the HDMI stream on the output.
Box Contents
Matrix unit
IEC power connector
Phoenix Combicon 5-pole
connector (6x)
Phoenix Combicon 3-pole
connector (2x)
Infrared emitter unit with
3.5 mm Jack connector (2x)
Safety and Warranty Info,
Quick Start Guide
Infrared emitter unit
with Phoenix Combicon
2-pole connector (2x)
1
Infra output ports
3.5 mm TRS connectors (Jack plugs) for infra signal
transmission.
2
Serial/Infra
output ports
2-pole Phoenix connectors (2x) for IR output or TTL output
serial signal.
3
RS-232 ports
3-pole Phoenix connectors (2x) for bi-directional RS-232
communication.
4
Reset button
Reboots the matrix; the same as switching it off and on again.
5
Ethernet port
RJ45 connector to control the matrix via LAN.
6
Boot button
Reset or power on the device while keep pushing the hidden button
takes the matrix in bootload mode.
7
Audio I/O
ports
5-pole Phoenix connector for balanced analog audio; depending
on the configuration, it can be input or output. Output audio is the
de-embedded HDMI signal from the nearby HDMI port.
8
HDMI inputs
HDMI input ports (8x) for sources.
9
AC connector
Standard IEC connector accepting 100-240 V, 50 or 60 Hz.
q
HDMI outputs
HDMI output connectors for sink devices.
Ventilation
To ensure the correct ventilation and avoid overheating let enough free space
around the appliance. Do not cover the appliance, let the ventilation holes free on both
sides.
Serial Output Voltage Levels (TTL and RS-232)
*Using a receiver with at least 1k impedance to any voltage between 0V and 5V to get the voltages.
TTL*
RS-232
Logic low level
0 .. 0.25V
3 V .. 15 V
Logic high level
4.75 .. 5.0V
-15 V .. -3 V
Mounting Options - Standard Rack Installation
Two rack ears are supplied with the product, which are fixed on left and right side as shown in
the picture. The default position allows mounting the device as a standard rack unit installation.
The matrix switcher is 2U-high and one-rack wide.
Always use all the four screws for fixing
the device ears to the rack rail. Choose
properly sized screws for mounting. Keep
minimum two threads left after the nut
screw.
LAN cross-link cable,
CAT5e type, 3m length
HDMI
Analog audio
TTL Serial/Infra
Infra
RS-232
Ethernet
USB
RS-232
+ Control Interfaces:
HDMI
Analog audio
USB
Control
POWER
LIVE
MAIN MENU
> System Settings
Input Ports
Output Ports
LOCK
OUTPUT
CONTROL
LOCK
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
TAKE
AUTO
MX8x8-HDMI-4K-A
Multiport HDMI Matrix Switcher
1
2
3
4
5
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2
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5
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CO
ON
NTTR
RO
OLL
LLO
OC
CK
K
LLO
OC
CK
K
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OU
UTTPPU
UTT
TTA
AK
KEE
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AU
UTTO
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TTA
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KEE
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AU
UTTO
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LLO
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AD
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PPR
REESSEETT
LLO
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AD
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PPR
REESSEETT
SSA
AVVEE
PPR
REESSEETT
SSA
AVVEE
PPR
REESSEETT
USB
Control
POWER
LIVE
MAIN MENU
> System Settings
Ports
EDID
Health
LOCK
OUTPUT
CONTROL
LOCK
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
TAKE
AUTO
MX8x8-HDMI-4K-A
Multiport HDMI Matrix Switcher
1
2
3
4
5
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7
8
1
2
3
4
5
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7
8
C
CO
ON
NTTR
RO
OLL
LLO
OC
CK
K
LLO
OC
CK
K
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OU
UTTPPU
UTT
TTA
AK
KEE
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AU
UTTO
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TTA
AK
KEE
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AU
UTTO
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LLO
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AD
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PPR
REESSEETT
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AD
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PPR
REESSEETT
SSA
AVVEE
PPR
REESSEETT
SSA
AVVEE
PPR
REESSEETT
RS-232
Power
outlet
Laptop
PC
Projector
Infra emitter
Media Player
HDMI
HDMI
IR
Audio
LAN
Power
USB
Audio
Audio Amplifier
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+36
+24
+15
+10
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+48
+36
+24
+15
+10
+6
USB
Control
POWER
LIVE
MAIN MENU
> System Settings
Ports
EDID
Health
LOCK
OUTPUT
CONTROL
LOCK
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
TAKE
AUTO
MX8x8-HDMI-4K-A
Multiport HDMI Matrix Switcher
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
C
CO
ON
NTTR
RO
OLL
LLO
OC
CK
K
LLO
OC
CK
K
O
OU
UTTPPU
UTT
TTA
AK
KEE
A
AU
UTTO
O
TTA
AK
KEE
A
AU
UTTO
O
LLO
OA
AD
D
PPR
REESSEETT
LLO
OA
AD
D
PPR
REESSEETT
SSA
AVVEE
PPR
REESSEETT
SSA
AVVEE
PPR
REESSEETT
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4
1
3
2
7
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8
q
9
50/60 Hz 1.4-0.85A
100-240 VAC
Sn:
Made in EU, Hungary
Control
ETHERNET
Reset
Boot
3
4
IIR
R O
OU
UTT
RX
TX RX
TX
2
1
TX
TX
4
RS232
2
1
3
HDMI
OUT 1
HDMI
OUT 3
HDMI
IN 1
HDMI
IN 3
HDMI
OUT 5
HDMI
IN 5
HDMI
OUT 6
HDMI
OUT 7
HDMI
IN 7
HDMI
OUT 8
HDMI
IN 2
HDMI
OUT 2
HDMI
IN 4
HDMI
OUT 4
HDMI
IN 6
HDMI
IN 8
4 5 6
3
2
1
9
q
8
7
min. 2
threads left
rack rail
rack shelf mounting ear
rack screw
flat washer
cage nut
Safety and
Warranty
Info
Quick
Start
Guide
Front View
Rear View
6
Output Lock
Locking one or more outputs.
7
Control Lock
Disable or enable front panel operations. Red light means
the switching and function buttons are disabled.
8
Sources
Buttons to select an input, to select a preset number or to
view the state of the selected input port.
9
Destinations
Buttons to select an output or to view the state of an output.
q
Function Buttons
Switching between working modes (Take / Autotake) and
performing Preset operations.
Connecting Steps
HDMI
Connect an HDMI source (e.g. PC) to the HDMI input port.
HDMI
Connect an HDMI sink (e.g projector) to the HDMI output port.
Audio
Optionally for analog output ports: connect an audio device (e.g. audio amplifier)
to the analog audio output port by an audio cable.
Audio
Optionally for audio output ports: connect the audio source (e.g. media player)
to the audio input port by an audio cable.
RS-232
Optionally connect a serial device (e.g projector) to the 3-pole Phoenix
connector to transmit RS-232 commands.
IR
Optionally connect the infra emitter to the infra output port (2-pole Phoenix or
1/8” Stereo Jack connector) to transmit infra signal.
LAN
Optionally connect the UTP cable (straight or cross, both are supported) in order
to control the matrix switcher via the Lightware Device Controller software.
USB
Optionally connect the USB cable in order to control the matrix switcher via the
Lightware Device Controller software.
Power
Connect the power cord to the AC power socket to the matrix unit.
Powering the device is recommended as the final step.
1
USB port
USB mini-B port for controlling the unit locally by Lightware Device
Controller software.
2
POWER LED
on
Power LED indicates that the unit is powered on.
3
LIVE LED
blinking slow
The unit is on and operates properly.
blinking fast
The unit is in bootload mode.
4
LCD screen
Displays the front panel menu. Basic settings are available.
5
Jog dial
knob
Browse the menu by turning the knob, click on the desired item to
check or change it.
