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AVSW-HDMI8X8-X
AVSW-HDMI-RX
XR 8 x 8 HDMI Matrix Switch with Audio
Use this high-performance matrix to switch and
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extend multiple video and audio signals.
Switch manually, from a remote control unit, RS-232 interface, or Ethernet.
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Includes built-in HDBaseT interfaces for 328-ft. (100 m) extension.
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Trademarks Used in this Manual/ FCC and IC RFI Statements Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc. Blu-ray is a trademark of the Blu-ray Disc Association. HDMI is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing L.L.C. Xbox and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners. Federal Communications Commission
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NOM Statement Instrucciones de Seguridad (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement) 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. T odas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El aparato
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Safety Information Safety Information NOTE: THIS SAFETY INFORMATION IS OF A GENERAL NATURE AND MAY BE SUPERSEDED BY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED WITHIN THIS MANUAL. 1. Save the carton and packing material even if the equipment has arrived in good condition. I f you ever need to ship the unit, use only the original factory packing. 2. Read all documentation before operating your equipment. Retain all documentation for future reference. 3. Follow all instructions printed on unit chassis for proper op
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Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To get the best from this product, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Do not force switched or external connections. When
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Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Specifications .........................................................................................................................................................................7 2. Overview ...............................................................................................................................................................................9 2.1 Introduction ................................................................
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Chapter 1: Specifications 1. Specifications Technical Specifications Approvals CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH Audio Support Supports DVI-Audio input and SPDIF output Controls IR remote control, IR external port with (1) 3.5-mm earphone jack, Select and Function buttons on front panel, RS-232 or Ethernet series interface, (8) IR room remote controls Color Black Digital Audio Multi audio formats 5.1/7.1, MAT (MLP), Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS-ES-6CH, Support DTS-H
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Chapter 1: Specifications Technical Specifications (continued) Connectors AVSW-HDMI8X8-X: Input: (8) HDMI (sources), (8) 3.5-mm analog audio, (8) DB9 RS-232 for extension, (9) IR extension ports (1 to all, 8 for each); Output: (8) HDMI (sinks); ® (8) HDBaseT ports (CAT6/6A/7 cable), (8) RJ-45 CATx (HDBaseT via Category 6/6a/7 cable), (8) SPDIF audio, (9) IR extension ports (1 to all, 8 for each); Control: (1) DB9 RS
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Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The AVSW-HDMI8X8-X is a high-performance 8 x 8 matrix routing switch with (8) HDMI plus DVI-audio inputs. It supports (8) HDMI with SPDIF audio outputs and (8) HDBaseT outputs simultaneously. The AVSW-HDMI8X8-X is based on HDBaseT technology and supports full-resolution HDMI video with embedded audio, RS-232, and IR bi-directional signals, all over a single CATx cable. With a signal bandwidth of 340 MHz, there is no signal degradation. HIgh-de
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Chapter 2: Overview • Consumer Electronic Control (CEC) switch can be all open or OFF. • Remembers the last state during a power cycle. • When power is removed and resorted, the last configuration will be restored. 2.3 What’s Included Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com. AVSW-HDMI-8X8-X includes: • (1) XR 8 x 8 HDMI Matrix Switch with Audio • (1) power cord • (1) DB9 male-fe
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Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-1. Front panel components. Number Component Description The power switch turns the unit on and off. The LED will light red to indicate that the switch is on 1 Power Switch and is receiving power. The switch will remember that last state during a power cycle. When power is removed and restored, the last configuration will be used. 2 Output Status Display Each output (destination) channel shows which input (source) is assigned. Function Key — RECALL The system will s
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Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-1 (Continued). Front panel components. Number Component Description Function Key — ALL Disables (mute) video on all destinations OR selects the same source to all destinations. Option 1: Press ALL followed by the OFF button. The display will show “0,” indicating that all destinations have no video selected. 9 Option 2: Press ALL followed by Source 1 through 8. The display will show the source selected. Press ENTER and the preset source selection will be assigned to a
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Chapter 2: Overview 2.4.2 Rear Panel of the AVSW-HDMI8X8-X 6 13 14 1 2 3 4 5 12 7 8 9 10 11 Figure 2-2. Rear panel. Table 2-2. Rear panel components. Number Component Connector Connector Descripton Component Description HDMI out HDMI digital video/audio connector with fix screw. Connect a signal link of HDMI direct digital video/audio to this 1 Outputs 1–8 HDMI female HDMI connector. The connecto
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Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2 (continued). Rear panel components. Number Component Connector Connector Descripton Component Description RS-232 control port enables interfacing a PC, computer, or touch panel to the switch via the DB9 female connector for serial RS-232 control. 7 RS-232 Connection Remote port: DB9 female connector NOTE: T he Ethernet port and RS-232 port cannot be used simultaneously. Any connection to the Ethernet port will disable serial commands sent to the RS-232 port. The
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Chapter 2: Overview 2.4.3 Front and Rear Panels of the AVSW-HDMI-RX 1 2 3 4 5 6 Figure 2-3. AVSW-HDMI-RX front panel. 7 8 9 10 11 Figure 2-4. AVSW-HDMI-RX back panel. Table 2-3. AVSW-HDMI-RX components. Number Component Descripton 1 HDCP LED Lights when HDCP video is connected 2 Link LED Lights when linked to the switch 3 Power LED Light when power to the receiver is on 4 IR Used with remote to switch this output only 5 IR in port To switch 6 IR out port F
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Chapter 3: Installation 3. Installation 3.1 Installation Diagram Figure 3-1 shows a sample application using the 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switch (AVSW-HDMI8X8-X) and the Receiver (AVX-HDMI-RX). Close-up showing input and output connections Remote Remote HDMI out Audio amplifier Receiver (AVSW-HDMI-RX) Monitor HDMI Audio 8 x 8 HDMI Matrix Switch HDMI Audio HDMI out out with HDBaseT in in in (AVSW-HDMI8X8-X) Speaker HDMI player HDMI projector PC Figure 3-1. Typical application using the 8
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Chapter 3: Installation 3.2 IR Extender Room IR extender to room IR receiver (for 320 feet [100 m]) IR receiver (included) Figure 3-2. IR extender connection. NOTE: When you plug the external IR extender into the switch, the front panel IR receiver remains active. Figure 3-3. How to set up the IR extender components: Steps 1-3 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 17
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Chapter 4: Operation 4. Operation 4.1 EDID Setup Table 4-1. EDID function setup for HDMI matrix switch: change the EDID setup. Step Number Action Result Step 1 Press the EDID button. The display will show the currently selected EDID mode. Press the SOURCE #1 or Step 2 The button will flash blue and the display will show the current Embedded EDID status. #2 button row Step 3 Press the ENTER button Set EDID mode. The switch will return to operation mode. NOTE: Operation will abort if no keys are
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Chapter 4: Operation 4.3 Embedded EDID Modes Table 4-3. EDID function for HDMI matrix switch: select embedded EDID mode or LEARNING mode. Embedded EDID modes Total 8 EDID modes Select Embedded EDID mode or LEARNING mode. 1. Press the EDID button. The LCM will show the currently selected EDID mode. 2. R epeatedly pressing the Source 1 button will cycle UP through the options. Repeatedly pressing the Source 2 button will Embedded EDID setup cycle DOWN through the options. Press EDID > SOURCE > EN
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Chapter 4: Operation 4.5 EDID Function for HDMI Matrix Switch Table 4-5. Embedded EDID modes. Mode Number Embedded EDID Setup Description FSS (Fast Speed Start) Video support: All resolutions up to and including 1080p. Mode 1 Automatically capture the most suitable EDID from Destination to Source. H24-3D (1080p–24 bits) Video support: All resolutions up to and including 1080p. Mode 2 Audio support: PCM 2CH H24-3D-M (1080p–24 bits) Video support: All resolutions up to and including 1080p. Mode
