AVPro Edge AC-MX-44 18Gbps 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switch User Manual

User Manual

18 Gbps True 4K60 4:4:4 4x4 HDMI Matrix

w/Dual Audio De-Embedding, Scaling, and

Auto-Switching

AC-MX-44

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INTRODUCTION ��4

FEATURES ��4

WHATS IN THE BOX ��4

SPECIFICATIONS ��5

FRONT AND REAR PANEL OVERVIEW ��6

INITIAL SETUP: WEBUI �� 7

ADVANCED SETUP: WEBUI INPUT SETTINGS �� 11

ADVANCED SETUP: WEBUI OUTPUT SETTINGS �� 12

ADVANCED SETUP: WEBUI EXTRACTED AUDIO OUTPUT SETTINGS �� 13

WEBUI: VIDEO MATRIX �� 15

WEBUI: AUDIO MATRIX �� 16

WEBUI: I/O CONFIG - INPUT SETTINGS �� 17

WEBUI: I/O CONFIG - INPUT SETTINGS CONT �� 18

WEBUI: I/O CONFIG - OUTPUT SETTINGS �� 18

WEBUI: I/O CONFIG - OUTPUT SETTINGS CONT �� 19

WEBUI: I/O CONFIG - OUTPUT SETTINGS CONT �� 20

WEBUI: SYSTEM - IP SETTINGS �� 21

WEBUI: SYSTEM - IP CONTROL �� 22

WEBUI: SYSTEM - ADMIN WEB INTERFACE �� 22

WEBUI: SYSTEM - USER WEB INTERFACE �� 23

WEBUI: SYSTEM - CLOUD SERVICES �� 24

WEBUI: SYSTEM - FIRMWARE UPDATE CONT �� 25

WEBUI: SYSTEM - HARDWARE �� 25

WEBUI: DIAGNOSTICS - HDMI IN �� 26

WEBUI: DIAGNOSTICS - HDMI IN CONT �� 27

WEBUI: DIAGNOSTICS - HDMI OUT �� 28

WEBUI: CONSOLE �� 29

FRONT PANEL CONTROL - SWITCHING �� 30

FRONT PANEL CONTROL - SCALING �� 30

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FRONT PANEL CONTROL - SCALING CONT �� 31

FRONT PANEL CONTROL - AUDIO BINDING �� 32

AUDIO MATRIX CONTROL: �� 33

FRONT PANEL CONTROL - AUDIO DELAY �� 33

EDID MANAGEMENT: �� 34

DISPLAY IP INFORMATION: �� 35

QUICK NETWORK CONNECT TO WEB INTERFACE: �� 35

IR CONTROL: IR REMOTE �� 36

IR CONTROL: EXTENSION PORT �� 36

TCP/IP CONTROL: �� 37

COMMAND LIST: �� 38

COMMAND LIST CONTINUED: �� 39

EXTRACTED AUDIO: �� 40

BALANCED 5 PIN 2CH AND TOSLINK AUDIO PORT /SPDIF: �� 40

AUDIO OUTPUT LOGIC AND CABLE PREP: �� 41

TROUBLESHOOTING �� 42

BANDWIDTH CHART �� 42

MAINTENANCE �� 43

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE �� 43

SUPPORT �� 44

WARRANTY �� 44

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The AC-MX-44 is a 4x4 HDMI matrix switch that supports HDMI 2�0(a/b), HDCP 2�3, up to 4K video resolu-

tion, and up to 18 Gbps bandwidth� This switch allows any source (Blu-ray, UHD Blu-ray, satellite receiver,

game consoles, PCs, etc ... ) to show on any connected displays. This matrix equalizes and amplies the

output to ensure the HDMI signal transmits through long HDMI cables without losing quality�

Audio Delay is “On-Board” so integrators can manage lip-sync issues before they become a problem� Video

signal management is also possible with built-in scalers� So, if the installation has a couple of older displays,

integrators don’t need to forfeit 4K signals to pass the signal to all of the displays� In addition to scalers,

this matrix supports complete EDID management, allowing maximum exibility with today’s broad mixture

of sources and displays�

Features

· HDMI 2�0(a/b)

· 18Gbps Bandwidth Support

· 4K60 4:4:4 Support

· Full HDR Support (HDR 10 & 12 Bit)

· Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG Support

· HDCP 2�3 (and all earlier versions supported)

· Down Scalers on each output

· Advanced EDID Management

· IR, RS-232, and LAN Control Options

· Digital Toslink Out (7CH PCM, DD, DTS)

· Balanced Analog Out (2CH PCM)

· Audio Delay for Digital & Analog Out

· HDBaseT Compatibility mode for mixed systems

· Driver Support For Crestron, C4, RTI, ELAN, and more

· Extracted Audio Now Has 3 Operating Modes� Bound to

Input, Bound to Output, or Independent Matrix

· Built-in Test Pattern on Each Output to Verify Infrastruc-

ture

Whats in the box

· AC-MX-44 (Matrix Switch)

· 12V Locking Power Supply

· 1 x IR Remote Control (Battery not included)

· 1 x IR Extension Cable

· 4 x 5-Pin 2 Channel Audio Extraction Cables

· 1 x 3 Pin Terminal Connector (For RS232)

· Mounting Brackets

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Introduction

*3V CR2025 Battery Required For IR Remote Control

Not Included

Specications

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Front and Rear Panel Overview

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Initial Setup: WebUI

1� With the AC-MX-44 placed into its new home (AV Rack, cabinet, table top) take a Phillips

head screwdriver and attach the included yellow ground strap to the back of the chassis

using the pre-installed screw, then attach the other end to a suitable grounded object�

2� Connect the HDMI Input sources to the HDMI Inputs on the back of the matrix�

3� Connect the HDMI/devices to the HDMI Outputs�

4� Connect the network LAN cable to the RJ45 port labeled LAN (between the Micro USB and 3pin RS232

port)�

5� Power on the sources (Inputs)�

6� Power on the Output devices/displays�

7� Connect the 12V power supply to power on the matrix and then to a suitable power source�

8� In order to see the current IP settings, press and hold (for 3 seconds) INPUT 3 and INPUT

4 buttons simultaneously� This screen will change every 3 seconds

showing additional settings (host, net mask, router IP)�

NOTE: This screen starts with the current IP address of the matrix�

9� To Enable/Disable DHCP, press and hold INPUT 1 and INPUT 4 at the same time for 3 seconds� With

the matrix connected to the local network, using a computer on the same network open up a web

browser and type the HIP (Host IP Address) into the address bar to navigate to the WebUI�

10� With the WebUI open, navigate to System� Click on the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, this will open

these documents in a new tab for review� Once read click on the boxes next to each to agree� When

both are checked the switch for Enable Cloud Services will be selectable (will be red or disabled by

default)� Click to enable (the switch will turn green)�

The AC-MX-44 can be controlled using the Micro USB port, 3pin RS232, or over TCP/IP using the LAN con-

nection� For initial setup it is recommended to connect the matrix to a local area network (LAN) and use a

computer on the same network in conjunction with the built in WebUI� After making all the physical con-

nections, the rst step will be to check for any Firmware Updates. The below steps are an example of this

setup, other control options are covered in separate sections of this user manual�

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11� With the Cloud Services enabled under the Hardware section click the Update Firmware button to

check for new Firmware OTA (over the air). This will compare the rmware versions currently loaded

on the AC-MX-44 and compare to the latest available� If it is up to date, you will see a prompt stating

“No update available!”

12� If an update is available, the following prompt will show� Simply click UPDATE�

13� If a new update is available a le will automatically be selected, simply click the UPLOAD button to

load the rmware les to the Matrix. Uploading does not install the Firmware, that is the next step.

14� Once the rmware le has been uploaded, it will display all containing rmware les. Here you can

select individual rmware les to load or simply leave all les/options selected. If the version currently

installed is not newer (does not need to be updated), then that update will be skipped automatically�

Click the UPLOAD button to start�

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15� Once the progress bar hits 100% click the CLOSE button, the rmware upgrade process is complete.

16� With the Firmware up to date it’s time to start setting up the matrix� With the AVPro Edge WebUI

open, navigate to the I/O Conifg section� Label the applicable Inputs (Apple TV, Cable Box, Roku, etc)

under the Input Settings - Label�

17� Label the Outputs (Living Room, Bedroom, Den, etc) under the Video Output Settings - Label�

18� Set the HDMI Video Scaling if needed� HDMI outputs can down-scale a 4K signal to 2K (1080P) or

down-scale a 4K 4:4:4 signal down to 4K 4:2:0�

19� With the system and all it’s components powered up it’s time to verify signal path from source to the

sync� For now leave EDID settings to their default 1080P 2CH, the next section Advanced Setup will

cover the more advance settings�

20� Use the Signal Indicator on the HDMI INPUTS� Green means HDMI source is detected, red means that

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the source is not detected� If red verify that the input is powered on and that the HDMI cable is prop-

erly connected to the source and to the back of the matrix�

21� Now verify that the connections to the HDMI outputs using the Signal indicator� Green means HDMI

sync is detected, red means that the HDMI sync is not detected� If red verify that the sync devices are

powered on and that the HDMI/HD cables are properly connected to the back of the matrix�

22� With everything connected and powered on, green indicators across the applicable inputs and outputs,

verify you are getting all of your sources on all of your displays�

23� Problems with a source or sync, see the Troubleshooting section for help on page 45�

Advanced Setup: WebUI Input Settings

After verifying good signal path from source to sync now it is time to go through the rest of the settings to

maximize the setup� Starting with the input side with the EDID and Audio Mode settings�

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1� With the WebUI open, navigate to the I/O Conifg tab and focus on the Input Settings section at the

top�

2� Set the EDID on each input by selecting the resolution drop-down rst (default is set to 1080P). The

options are 1080P, 4K30Hz, 4K60Hz Y420, and 4K60Hz� If you select USER1 EDID, then the drop-

downs change to allow you to select from and output to copy from� You can select any of the 4 HDMI

outputs then click the COPY button� This will save that outputs EDID to the USER1 slot�

3� Next use the drop-down to select NO 3D, or 3D depending on the displays capability�

NOTE: Currently the only resolution you can choose NO 3D for is 1080P�

4� Next drop-down select either SDR (standard dynamic range) or HDR (High Dynamic Range)�

5� The fourth drop-down in the EDID section is for the audio, you can select 2CH, 6CH, or 8CH�

6� Click the APPLY button to set the EDID�

7� Verify you are still getting that source to all your displays and that the image looks correct�

NOTE: Some older displays may take an HDR signal and display correctly (ignoring the HDR Metadata)

others will not ignore the HDR part of the signal and may display incorrectly�

Advanced Setup: WebUI Output Settings

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8� Now navigate to the Video Output Settings under I/O Cong

9� In addition to the output Label (name/alias), there are 2 additional settings for each HDMI output�

10� Under State, you can enable/disable that port (turn that port on or o) and also enable a 1080P or 4K

test pattern�

a. ENABLE (Default) - Normal functionality

b. DISABLE - No signal will be output on that port�

c. Test Pattern 1080p - Outputs a 1920x1080P 60Hz RGB Full Test Pattern

d. Test Pattern 4K - Outputs a 3840x2160P 60Hz RGB Full Test Pattern

11� Under Video Scaling there are 4 options

a. Auto - Will downscale automatically based of the connected displays EDID�

b. BYPASS (Default) - Signal is left untouched�

c. 4K to 1080P - Down-scales a 4K signal to 2K (1080P)�

d. 444 to 420 - Will take a 4K 50/60Hz YUV 4:4:4 signal and convert to a 4K 50/60Hz 4:2:0 signal�

12� Signal - Indicates if a signal is present on that port, green means a signal

is present and red indicates no signal detected on that HDMI output�

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Advanced Setup:

WebUI Extracted Audio Output Settings

1� Now navigate to the Extracted Audio Output Settings under I/O Cong.

2� The extracted audio ports have 3 distinct operating modes, use the drop-down at the top to select�

The three options are�

Bind to Input (Default) - where the audio port number corresponds to the input signal� This is ideal

for systems where audio is matrixed separately in a zoned amplier.

Bind to Output - this conguration the audio will automatically follow the HDMI output. This is ideal

for systems that use local AVR’s for some of the Zones�

Matrix - This mode allows you to matrix the extracted audio ports independently from the HDMI out-

puts� In this mode you there will be a Tab for the extracted audio under the Matrix page, allowing you

to route the audio just like routing the video� If the matrix is set to Bind to Input or Bind to Output this

tab will not be visible�

3� Other available settings for the extracted audio ports include Enable/Disable, Volume control (1-100),

EQ presets (7 generic preset options to choose from), Left/Right balance, and audio delay� Each of

these 5 settings can be changed per extracted audio port�

NOTE: The balanced 5pin and Toslink ports are mirrored and always down-mixed to 2CH audio�

4� You can use the slider or text box to change the volume (settings are 0-100)�

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5� To change the EQ settings of that port click on the emblem to the right of the volume slider� This will

bring up the Audio Conguration Page. Here you can choose from 8 dierent EQ settings, change the

Left / Right balance, and set the audio delay�

6� Delay (eight settings in 90 millisecond increments)

None (default), 90, 180, 270, 360, 450, 540, and 630�

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WebUI: Video Matrix

Use this page to route the video INPUTS and OUTPUTS�

·Click on the INPUT number to select (example below shows IN 1)

·With the INPUT selected simply click on the OUTPUT you want to send that source to�

·Note: If you rename the INPUTS/OUTPUTS using the I/O Cong page they will display here.

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WebUI: Audio Matrix

Use this page to route the extracted audio�

NOTE: The extracted audio ports can only be manually changed (matrixed) when in Matrix Mode� If the

extracted audio is set to Bind to Input (default) or Bind to Output then this tab will not be visible, example

below� See Page 14 “Advanced Setup: WebUI Extracted Audio Output Settings” for more info�

·Click on the INPUT number to select (example below shows IN 1 - Apple TV)

·With the INPUT selected simply click on the OUTPUT you want to send that audio to�

·Note: If you rename the INPUTS/OUTPUTS using the I/O Cong page they will display here.

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WebUI: I/O Cong - Input Settings

Input Settings Label - Use this to give an name/alias to your inputs (Apple TV, Cable Box, Roku, etc)�

Note: There is a 15 character limit to this eld, the name will replace the default “IN #” throughout the rest

of the WebUI (for instance the Video Matrix tab)�

Input Settings Enable switch - Use this enable/disable switch to turn the

corresponding Input port on or o. The default setting is enabled (green) by

default�

Input Settings EDID - Use these four drop-downs to select your preferred EDID�

The available combinations are as follows�

1� 1080P_2CH

2� 1080P_6CH

3� 1080P_8CH

4� 1080P_3D_2CH

5� 1080P_3D_6CH

6� 1080P_3D_8CH

7� 4K30HZ_3D_2CH

8� 4K30HZ_3D_6CH

9� 4K30HZ_3D_8CH

10� 4K60HzY420_3D_2CH

11� 4K60HzY420_3D_6CH

12� 4K60HzY420_3D_8CH

13� 4K60HZ_3D_2CH

14� 4K60HZ_3D_6CH

15� 4K60HZ_3D_8CH

16� 1080P_2CH_HDR

17� 1080P_6CH_HDR

18� 1080P_8CH_HDR

19� 1080P_3D_2CH_HDR

20� 1080P_3D_6CH_HDR

21� 1080P_3D_8CH_HDR

22� 4K30HZ_3D_2CH_HDR

23� 4K30HZ_3D_6CH_HDR

24� 4K30HZ_3D_8CH_HDR

25� 4K60HzY420_3D_2CH_HDR

26� 4K60HzY420_3D_6CH_HDR

27� 4K60HzY420_3D_8CH_HDR

28� 4K60HZ_3D_2CH_HDR

29� 4K60HZ_3D_6CH_HDR

30� 4K60HZ_3D_8CH_HDR

NOTE: If you select USER1 EDID, then drop-downs change to allow you to select from and output to copy

from� You can select any of the 4 HDMI outputs then click the COPY button (this replaces the Apply but-

ton)� This will save that outputs EDID to the USER1 slot�

O

Disabled

On

Enabled

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WebUI: I/O Cong - Input Settings Cont.

Input Settings Signal - The Signal Indicator on the HDMI INPUTS shows the current state of the con-

nection HDMI source� Green means the HDMI source is detected, red means that the source is not detect-

ed� If red verify that source is powered on and that the HDMI cable is properly connected to the source and

to the back of the matrix�

Output Settings Label - Use this to give an name/alias to your outputs (Living Room, Den, Kitchen, etc)�

Note: There is a 15 character limit to this eld, the name will replace the default “OUT #” throughout the

rest of the WebUI (for instance the Video Matrix tab)�

Output Settings State - This drop-down has 3 settings, just like the input settings you can Enable or

disable this port� In addition you can also choose Test Pattern to enable a 1080P color bar test pattern on

that output� This is helpful in verifying the signal chain from Matrix to sync (display)� To disable the test

pattern, change the state back to Enabled (default)�

Output Settings Video Scaling - The HDMI outputs can down-scale a 4K 4:4:4 to 4k YUV 4:2:0 and also

down-scale a 4K signal down to 2K (1080P)�

Output Settings Signal - The Signal Indicator on the HDMI OUTPUTS shows the current state of the

connection HDMI Output� Green means HDMI sync is detected, red means that the sync is not detected� If

red verify that the output is powered on and that the HDMI cable is properly connected to the sync and to

the back of the matrix�

WebUI: I/O Cong - Output Settings

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WebUI: I/O Cong - Output Settings Cont.

Output Settings Label - Use this to give an alias/name to your extracted audio outputs�

Note: There is a 15 character limit to this eld, the name will replace the default “OUT #” throughout the

rest of the WebUI (for instance the Video Matrix tab)�

Output Settings Enabled - This is an enable/disable switch� By default this will be Enabled/Green� To

change the setting simply click to switch� Disabled/Red there will be no Audio passed on that extracted au-

dio port (both Toslink and balanced 5pin will be muted)�

Output Settings Volume - Here you can use the slider bar to adjust the extracted port volume (0~100)�

You can also use the text box and enter a value (0~100)�

Output Settings EQ Settings - To open the EQ Settings click on the symbol next to the Volume slider�

EQ Drop-down contains 8 settings. The default o, Classical, Headphone, Hall, Live, Pop, Rock, and Vocal.

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WebUI: I/O Cong - Output Settings Cont.

Output Settings Balance - Use this slider to adjust the Left/Right balance�

Note: Default is 0 (zero), value can be -10~10

Output Settings Delay (ms) - Audio delay drop-down has eight available settings, these are measured

in milliseconds�

None (default), 90ms, 180ms, 270ms, 360ms, 450ms, 540ms, and 630ms�

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WebUI: System - IP Settings

Host Name - Devices name on the network. This eld is

automatically lled with Model Name by default.

Model Name - Displays the AVProEdge Model/Part number�

Serial Number - Displays the Serial Number of the matrix�

MAC Address - Displays the devices MAC Address�

IP assignment - This drop-down has two options�

1� Manual

2� Automatic (DHCP)

Default out of the box will be set to Automatic (DHCP), the

IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, Primary DNS, and Sec-

ondary DNS will be assigned by your network controller� If

you select Manual, you can use the text elds to enter your own Network settings. Once all elds have

been lled out, click the green Apply Button to set. A prompt will appear to conrm the change, click OK to

conrm.

This area contains relevant network information of the AC-MX-44�

WebUI: System - IP Control

This area contains relevant Telnet settings for the AC-MX-44. There are two elds that can changed, Enable

Disable switch and the Port Number�

• Enable - This switch has two options, Green/Enabled (Default) and

Red/Disabled�

• Port - This eld is used to change the Telnet Port of the AC-MX-44.

You can use the text led to enter a number or use the Up/Down

arrow buttons to increase/decrease the number�

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WebUI: System - Admin Web Interface

This switch has two options, Red/Disabled (Default) and Green/Enabled� When enabled (green) there will

be three elds that appear, Username, Password, and Conrm Password.

Default Username - admin

Default Password - admin

Once the desired Username and Password has been entered,

click the green APPLY button to set�

With the Admin Web Interface enabled, the only menu that will be accessible using the WebUI will be the

Matrix tab� The rest of the settings will require the Admin log in to access�

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WebUI: System - User Web Interface

This switch has two options, Red/Disabled (Default) and Green/Enabled� When enabled (green) there will

be three elds that appear, Username, Password, and Conrm Password.

NOTE: The Admin Web Interface must rst be Enabled and setup before this eld will be available to

change�

Default Username - user

Default Password - user123

Once the desired Username and Password has been entered, click

the green APPLY button to set�

Note: The web page will reload to the Log In page�

With both Admin and User Web Interfaces enabled, no menus will be accessible using the WebUI without

rst logging in (see image below).

Logging in with the User credentials, the only menu that will be accessible will be the Matrix tab� The rest

of the settings will require the Admin user to log in (see page 24)�

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WebUI: System - Cloud Services

By enabling Cloud Services your device will have the ability to connect to rmware servers for over-the-air

(OTA) updates and enable third-party remote management services� If Cloud Services are disabled, your

device will opt-out of any previously enabled services and will not be able to access OTA updates�

Before you can enable the cloud services you must rst agree to the “Privacy Policy” and “Terms of Use”.

You can view these documents by clicking on Privacy Policy or Terms of Use links, this will open up a PDF

copy of that document in a new tab�

With the Cloud Services enabled you can use the System tab to check for new Firmware OTA (over the air)�

This will check the rmware versions currently loaded on the AC-MX-44 and compare to the latest available.

If it is up to date, you will see a prompt stating “No update available!” click CLOSE to exit�

If an update is available a le will automatically be selected, simply click the UPLOAD button to load the

rmware les to the Matrix.

NOTE: When loading rmware (depending on the rmware les that are being updated) some settings will

revert back to Factory Defaults. Take note of the I/O Cong tab. Settings like the INPUT/OUTPUT labels,

EDID Settings, Video Scaling, Audio Settings, etc. as they will have to be re-applied after the rmware up-

dates are completed�

If an update is available, the following prompt will show� Simply click the UPDATE button to load�

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WebUI: System - Hardware

LCD Timeout - This adjusts the time the front panel display will stay lit up when a button is pressed�

There are four setting available

1� Always on (Default)

2� 15 Seconds

3� 30 Seconds

4� 45 Seconds

WebUI: System - Firmware Update Cont.

Once the rmware le has been uploaded, it will display all containing rmware les. Here you can select

individual rmware les to load or simply leave all les/options selected. If the version currently installed

not newer, then that update will be skipped automatically�

Once the progress bar hits 100% click the CLOSE button, the rmware upgrade process is complete.

Now you will want to go back and re-apply settings like INPUT/OUTPUT Labels, applied EDIDs, Video Scaler

Settings, Audio Settings, etc�

Keypad Lock - Enable or Disable (default) the front

panel Keypad Lock�

MCU/Version - Lists the current Firmware Versions

UPDATE FIRMWARE - Check/upload rmware.

FACTORY RESET - Restores matrix to Factory Defaults

REBOOT - Reboots the AC-MX-44

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WebUI: Diagnostics - HDMI IN

Input Settings Label - Use this to give an name/alias to your inputs (Apple TV, Cable Box, Roku, etc)�

Note :There is a 15 character limit to this eld, the name will replace the default “IN #” throughout the rest

of the WebUI (for instance the Video Matrix tab)�

Input Settings Enable switch - Use this enable/disable switch to turn the cor-

responding Input port on or o. The default setting is enabled (green) by default.

Connection Reset - Use this button to perform a reset of the HDMI Input connection�

Input Settings EDID - Use these four drop-downs to select your preferred EDID�

The available combinations are as follows�

1� 1080P_2CH

2� 1080P_6CH

3� 1080P_8CH

4� 1080P_3D_2CH

5� 1080P_3D_6CH

6� 1080P_3D_8CH

7� 4K30HZ_3D_2CH

8� 4K30HZ_3D_6CH

9� 4K30HZ_3D_8CH

10� 4K60HzY420_3D_2CH

11� 4K60HzY420_3D_6CH

12� 4K60HzY420_3D_8CH

13� 4K60HZ_3D_2CH

14� 4K60HZ_3D_6CH

15� 4K60HZ_3D_8CH

16� 1080P_2CH_HDR

17� 1080P_6CH_HDR

18� 1080P_8CH_HDR

19� 1080P_3D_2CH_HDR

20� 1080P_3D_6CH_HDR

21� 1080P_3D_8CH_HDR

22� 4K30HZ_3D_2CH_HDR

23� 4K30HZ_3D_6CH_HDR

24� 4K30HZ_3D_8CH_HDR

25� 4K60HzY420_3D_2CH_HDR

26� 4K60HzY420_3D_6CH_HDR

27� 4K60HzY420_3D_8CH_HDR

28� 4K60HZ_3D_2CH_HDR

29� 4K60HZ_3D_6CH_HDR

30� 4K60HZ_3D_8CH_HDR

O

Disabled

On

Enabled

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WebUI: Diagnostics - HDMI IN Cont.

On the left, you will see the current applied EDID information� In the example above, you will see a canned

1080P - No 3D - SDR - 2CH EDID applied to IN 1� Any EDID change, once applied will display here�

Signal Info shows the connected source’s current output information� This includes

·Timing

·ColorSpace

·VideoType

·HDCPVersion

·TMDSBandwidth

·HDRMetadata

·AudioSamplingFrequency

·AudioSamplingSize

·AudioChannels

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WebUI: Diagnostics - HDMI OUT

HDMI Output Label, State, and Connection Reset�

Connected Device EDID shows the connected sync’s preferred EDID information and current state�

This includes

·Manufacturer

·MonitorName

·SinkDeviceType

·PreferredTiming

·SupportedAudioFormats

·3dSupport

·DeepColorSupport

·SignalPresent

·SourceInput(futureupdate)

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WebUI: Console

There is a built in Command Console

Using the command API (command list) you can send device specic commands or use as a live monitor

while sending commands from a control system (helpful in troubleshooting)�

Example

1� Click in the white box and type

a� GET STA

Click the green arrow or hit ENTER/RETURN on your keyboard

The the command response will show in the eld below.

CLEAR CONSOLE - Button

This button will clear the current console session�

EXPORT LOG - Button

This button will generate a text le containing the console informa-

tion in your web browsers download folder�

*NEW to NET MCU Firmware Version 1.18

Example - “GET STA”

Get status

Example - “H”

Help command

Returns all Available Commands

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Front Panel Control - Switching

The AC-MX-44 can be switched from the front panel by rst pressing the desired OUTPUT (bottom row) but-

ton rst, then by pressing the desired INPUT button (top row).

1� Press the OUTPUT button (1 through 4) on the bottom row that corresponds with the OUTPUT (Dis-

play, or Sink Device) you would like to send to a source�

2� Once pressed, the front panel display will change to the SWITCH menu showing the current IN/OUT

routes� Press the corresponding OUTPUT button (top row) to set�

Front Panel Control - Scaling

The AC-MX-44 has down-scalers built into every output� There are 4 settings per Output�

·4K-420: Takes any 4K 50/60Hz 4:4:4 signal and converts to 4K 50/60Hz YUV 4:2:0 signal�

·4K-HD: Down-scales any 4K signal to 2K (1080P)

·AUTO: Automatically sets the scaler based of the sync devices EDID information

·BYPASS: No scaling applied

NOTE 4K to 420: In order for this chroma conversion to work, the incoming HDMI Signal Clock must be

500MHz or above� Example a 4K 30Hz 4:4:4 signal has a video clock of 297MHz this means it will be left

untouched� A 4K 50Hz 4:4:4 signal has a video clock of 594MHz and will be converted�

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Front Panel Control - Scaling Cont.

The LCD Screen

shows the current

status

STEP 1: Press and hold

the desired OUTPUT you

want to scale

STEP 2: Choose the

scaler mode

To Change the scaler settings

1� Press and hold the desired OUTPUT button (1 through 4) on the bottom row that corresponds with the

OUTPUT (Display, or Sink Device) you would like to change the scaler settings on (it will stay lit)�

2� Use the Scaler Control buttons on the bottom right to make your selecting (refer to options above)

3� Press the same OUTPUT button (1 through 4) that you held in step one to Conrm/Set you chosen

scaling mode� Or wait 5 seconds and the matrix will automatically exit and keep any changes made�

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Front Panel Control - Audio Binding

The AC-MX44-AUHD can be congured to extract audio in 3 ways

·Bind to OUTPUT(Default)

·Bind to INPUT

·Matrix

To change from the default:

1� Press and hold (3 sec) BYPASS from the audio settings (top right of machine)�

2� Toggle selection by pressing the “UP” and

“DOWN” buttons

3� Once a desired selection is found, quick press the BYPASS button again to set�

The LCD Screen

shows the current

status

STEP 1: Press and hold

the BYPASS button

STEP 2: Use the UP and

DOWN buttons to change

the setting

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Front Panel Control - Audio Delay

The AC-MX-44 has an Audio Delay feature built-in� Audio Delay is set on the extracted audio OUT-

PUT (Digital and Analog) of the switch and each can have separate settings� The Audio Delay has 4

controls:

·UP (Increase Delay)

·Down (Decrease Delay)

·MUTE (The audio will be muted)

·BYPASS (There will be no delay set)

*Delay settings are in increments of 90 milliseconds�

Settings are: 90MS, 180MS, 270MS, 360MS, 450MS, 540MS or 630MS�

Control this feature from the front panel:

1� Press and hold the OUTPUT number for which you want to delay

the audio�

2� The available options will light up (as pictured)�

3� Press UP, DOWN, MUTE or BYPASS to control the delay�

4� The current setting will be indicated on the LCD screen�

Audio Matrix Control:

Once in “Matrix” mode for audio, the extracted audio routing on the AC-MX-44 can be controlled

from the front panel:

To Control:

1� Press and hold (3 sec) BYPASS button from the audio settings (top right of machine)�

2� Make sure the screen says “Matrix”, if it does not use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change,

then press the BYPASS button again in order to enter the AUDIO MATRIX mode�

(

See image below, screen will show “AIN” and “AOUT” for AUDIO INPUT and AUDIO OUTPUT�)

3� Press the desired OUTPUT number (1-4)

4� Press the INPUT for the desired audio source you want to route (1-4)

5� To exit, quick press BYPASS button again or wait 15 seconds (matrix will exit automatically)

The LCD Screen

shows the current

status

STEP 1: Press and hold

the BYPASS button

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EDID Management:

This matrix has 29 factory dened EDID settings. It also has 3 user dened EDID memories. The user

EDID memories are independent to each input and can be set dierently. The user dened EDID can

be uploaded using the free PC Control software or RS-232� In addition, you can choose to read the

EDID from the desired output and the captured EDID will automatically store and overwrite the EDID

in “USER EDID 1” and will be applied to the selected source�

By default, the matrix is set to a 1080P EDID, this is to maximize plug and play capability� When us-

ing 4K sources, you will want to dene a 4K EDID on each input (or read from the display).

To Change the EDID setting:

1� Press and hold (for 3 seconds) the INPUT you want to change�

2� The “UP” and “DOWN” button’s will illuminate (as pictured below), and the LCD will show the

active EDID�

3� Toggle through the EDID options by pressing up or down repeatedly�

4� Press the “INPUT” you had selected in order to apply the EDID (this will still be illuminated)�

These are the pre-dened EDID settings that you can toggle through:

1� 1080P_2CH

2� 1080P_6CH

3� 1080P_8CH

4� 1080P_3D_2CH

5� 1080P_3D_6CH

6� 1080P_3D_8CH

7� 4K30HZ_3D_2CH

8� 4K30HZ_3D_6CH

9� 4K30HZ_3D_8CH

10� 4K60HzY420_3D_2CH

11� 4K60HzY420_3D_6CH

12� 4K60HzY420_3D_8CH

13� 4K60HZ_3D_2CH

14� 4K60HZ_3D_6CH

15� 4K60HZ_3D_8CH

16� 1080P_2CH_HDR

17� 1080P_6CH_HDR

17� 1080P_8CH_HDR

18� 1080P_3D_2CH_HDR

19� 1080P_3D_6CH_HDR

20� 1080P_3D_8CH_HDR

21� 4K30HZ_3D_2CH_HDR

22� 4K30HZ_3D_6CH_HDR

23� 4K30HZ_3D_8CH_HDR

24� 4K60HzY420_3D_2CH_HDR

25� 4K60HzY420_3D_6CH_HDR

26� 4K60HzY420_3D_8CH_HDR

27� 4K60HZ_3D_2CH_HDR

28� 4K60HZ_3D_6CH_HDR

29� 4K60HZ_3D_8CH_HDR

30� User EDID 1

31� User EDID 2

32� User EDID 3

*You may also copy EDID from any output and apply to any input, simply select “Copy EDID from

Output x” (x=1-4)� This will copy the EDID from the display attached and store it into “User EDID 1”

and apply it to the input you have selected�

Step 1

Step 2

Current EDID

In order to obtain Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, or other HBR Surround formats, the EDID must be copied from a capable device.

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Display IP Information:

In order to see the current IP settings, press and hold (for 3 seconds) INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 buttons

simultaneously� This screen will change every 3 seconds showing additional settings (host, net mask,

router IP)�

NOTE: This screen always starts with the current IP address of the matrix:

In order to toggle DHCP on and o, press and hold (for 3 seconds) the INPUT 1 and INPUT 4 buttons

simultaneously�

In order to prevent potential IP problems, you can change the IP settings by using RS-232 com-

mands (connect via the Micro USB port or 3 Pin Terminal RS-232 connection)�

NOTE: The default IP address is 192�168�001�239 (as pictured above)�

Quick Network Connect to Web Interface:

Use the following steps to quickly and immediately connect to the matrix switch:

1� Connect the LAN port into an active router port�

2� On most networks you can simply type the Default IP address into any web browser� The De-

fault IP Address is 192�168�1�239

If you are on a closed network or non-standard, the following may work better when using DHCP:

1� Use an Ethernet cable to connect the LAN port on the switch to an unused, active port on the

router�

2� Enable DHCP by pressing the INPUT 1 and INPUT 4 buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds�

3� Wait 5 seconds, then press and hold (for 3 seconds) the INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 buttons simul-

taneously� The display will show the assigned IP address�

4� Input the IP Address into any web browser�

Setting a Static IP:

·Once connected, you can use the web interface to set a static IP address�

·A static IP can also be set by using the RS-232 software or a direct command (see Command

list for more information)�

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IR Control: IR Remote

IR Remote Control:

When routing HDMI, the matrix can be controlled by using the IR remote supplied with the

product (battery not included, requires CR2025)�

The labels on the right are the OUTPUT numbers�

The left arrow button decrements to the next input port, and the right arrow increments to

the next input port�

The numbers are for selecting a desired INPUT�

*Not Included

The IR EXT� port on the back can accept an IR Receiving Eye (one included in the box)�

IR Control: Extension Port

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RS-232 and TCP/IP Control:

The AC-MX-44 can be controlled with either RS-232 or TCP/IP commands� Certain switching or format

congurations can only be done using these commands. We recommend using either the MyUART (RS-232

- free) or Hercules (TCP/IP - free) apps as they are very easy to use for sending commands to the machine�

For TCP/IP control commands use Telnet Port 23�

For RS-232, use a null modem serial cable adapter and set the serial communications to: 57600,n,8,1 (baud:

57600, no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit) with no handshaking�

Please add a return (Enter key) after each command when using direct commands�

The unied command list (ASCII) is listed on the following pages. Text version available here, and under

the resources tab of on the products web page�

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Command List:

·Baudrate:57600

·Checksum:None

·BitNum:8

·StopBit:1

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Command List Continued:

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Extracted Audio:

The extracted audio ports have three distinct operating modes� Your desired mode can be set to suite your

particular installation�

The 3 modes are:

Bind to Input ~ This is the default conguration. In this mode the audio port number corresponds to the

INPUT signal. This is ideal for systems where audio is matrixed separately in a zoned amplier.

Bind to Output ~ This conguration will automatically have the audio follow OUTPUT, so the audio from

the extracted port always matches the HDMI output� This is ideal for systems that use local AVR’s for some

of the zones�

Independent/Matrix ~ This mode allows you matrix the extracted audio outputs independent of HDMI�

In this mode a new set of commands becomes available to be able to route audio however you want� This

can be used as a separate zoned audio matrix with only using an amplier.

Setting up Extracted Audio Routing:

You can set up Extracted Audio Routing from the front panel, WebUI, Driver or by sending the following

command:

SET EXAMX MODEx -- Where {x=[0~2](0=Bind To Output,1=Bind To Input,2=Matrix}

If you set to “Matrix” you can use the following command to route the 16 extracted audio ports to any IN-

PUT:

SET OUTx AS INy -- Where Set Ex-Audio Output x To Input y{x=[0~4](0=ALL), y=[1~4]}

Balanced 5 pin 2Ch and Toslink Audio Port /SPDIF:

The SPDIF Toslink port supports up to 5�1 Ch Digital audio the balanced 5 pin terminal connector supports

2 Ch audio only� This means in order for these ports to function the sources must be set to 2 Ch PCM, this

unit does NOT down mix the audio (see AC-AXION-4 for down-mixing matrix)� To get more than 2 Channels

you will want to use the SPDIF port�

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Audio Output Logic and Cable Prep:

You can extract audio from Toslink or balance 2CH Audio.

2CH Balanced Audio Port - Supports 2CH PCM audio only, which is ideal for 2 Channel

systems and zoned audio systems. No Down-mixing on this version, see AC-AXION-4.

Toslink Audio Port - Toslink extracted audio ports support up to 5.1 digital audio.

You can use balanced analog outputs in a balanced system, but you can also prep a cable

as shown below to convert to a traditional 2CH unbalanced (L/R) system. You can also

purchase pre-made cables (AC-CABLE-5PIN-2CH) four of these are included in the box

when purchased.

AC-CABLE-5PIN-2CH

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Troubleshooting

·Verify Power - Check that the power supply is properly connected and on an active circuit�

·Verify Connections - Check that all cables are properly connected�

·IR Issues - Verify correct connections - Page(s) 37

·Lights indicate everything is good but still not getting a picture, this may be a bandwidth lim-

itation� Try using the built in test patterns to verify the capabilities of the sync - Page(s)

Bandwidth Chart

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Maintenance

To ensure reliable operation of this product as well as protecting the safety of any person using or

handling this device while powered, please observe the following instructions�

·Use the power supplies provided� If an alternate supply is required, check voltage, polarity

and that it has sucient power to supply the device it is connected to.

·Do not operate these products outside the specied temperature and humidity range given in

the above specications.

·Ensure there is adequate ventilation to allow this product to operate eciently.

·Repair of the equipment should only be carried out by qualied professionals as these prod-

ucts contain sensitive components that may be damaged by any mistreatment�

·Only use this product in a dry environment� Do not allow any liquids or harmful chemicals to

come into contact with these products�

·Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth� Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzene to clean this

unit�

Damage Requiring Service

The unit should be serviced by qualied service personnel if:

·The DC power supply cord or AC adapter has been damaged

·Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit

·The unit has been exposed to rain

·The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance

·The unit has been dropped or the housing damaged

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Support

Should you experience any problems while using this product, rst, refer to the Troubleshooting section of

this manual before contacting Technical Support� When calling, the following information should be provid-

ed:

·Product name and model number

·Product serial number

·Details of the issue and any conditions under which the issue is occurring

·Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth� Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzene to clean this unit�

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