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3.0
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Before att
empting to use this unit, please check the packaging and make certain the
following items are contained in the shipping carton:
1x MX-8488 Matrix Switcher
1x IR Remote Control
2x IR Transmitter
2x IR Receiver
2x DC Power Supplies
2x AC Power Cables
1x Rack Mount Kit
1x Operations Manual
Note: Please retain the original packing material should the need ever arise to return the unit. If you find any items are
missing, contact your reseller or tvONE immediately. Have the Model Number, Serial Number and Invoice available for
reference when you call.
4.0
CONNECTING THE HARDWARE
Please study the panel drawings below and become familiar with the signal inputs,
outputs, power requirements plus any controls present.
To begin to configure the system, mount the unit with the supplied rack mounting
hardware or place the unit on a flat surface that offers security and accessibility. Ensure
that there is adequate ventilation and make sure that there is access to the rear and front
panels.
You may now connect one of the supplied DC power supplies to the MAIN 24V port on
the rear of the MX-8488 and then to a working AC outlet. If your configuration requires
PoH support you can connect the second DC power supply at this time as well.
Note: If none of your HDBaseT receiver units require PoH (Power over HDBaseT) you
should NOT connect the 2nd power supply!
Ensure that the MX-8488 is in “Stand-by” mode (power LED is red) and turn off any
equipment that will be a part of the installed system. Next, connect the input and output
cables as required. When you plug in the cables, connect them securely and relieve the
strain on the cables as much as possible so that they will not become unplugged.
Next, if you are using the RS-232 control function, connect the RS-232 cable at this time.
If you are instead using the Ethernet functionality, connect the Ethernet cable at this time.
Turn the source and destination equipment on and then power on the MX-8488 Matrix
Switcher (power LED will light green). You are now ready to operate the unit.
Note: To realize the full bandwidth capability of the switcher, you must use the highest quality cables available. Using
poor quality cables or cables that are damaged will degrade the performance of the switcher and may result in an
absence of signals entirely.
