Smart-AVI SuperMatrix manual

U ser M anua l S uperMatrix Multi- f ormat non-blockin g audio, video, RS-232 a n d in f r a r ed d i st ri but i o n m at rix . Controlled via so f tware, remote control or over the Internet .[...]

Copyright 2008 SmartAVI Notice: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. SmartAVI makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose. SmartAVI will not be liable for errors contained herein or fo[...]

Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction ................................................................................................................ 4 What’s in the Box ..................................................................................................................... 4 Overview ............................................[...]

What’s in the box: Super Matrix A/V: Audio/Video Matrix over CAT5 QTY Item Part No. 1 Component or UXGA + Audio over CAT5 8x8 Matrix with RS232 Control. Includes: [SMX-AV0808, CCRS232MF6, SMP-SW and (CCPWR06US) or (CCPWR06EU] SMX-AV0808S 1 Component or UXGA + Audio over CAT5 16x16 Matrix with RS232 Control. In- cludes: [SMX-AV1616, CCRS232MF6, SM[...]

Overview At times multiple AV signals need to be transferred to multiple nearby output monitors. The Super Matrix allows multiple VGA/audio inputs to be routed to multiple outputs simultaneously, by way of a direct connection into the router. The Super Matrix is a high-quality switching matrix for VGA type signals. All signal formats are catered fo[...]

Connecting the SuperMatrix (Quick Start) Warning: As a precaution, we recommend that you disconnect all power cords and make sure that all devices are turned off. 1. Connecting the video connect all the video input at the SuperMatrix to all the sources. The SuperMatrix used HD15 Male cable to support XVGA, Svideo, Components video and Composite Vid[...]

Connecting the SuperMatrix (Detailed Instructions) Video and Audio Inputs The video input for the SuperMatrix is a standard HD15 connection. Connect all of the Input video sources to the back of the SuperMatrix unit. Hint: You may want to label the input video connections so as not to lose track of where the signal is coming from. Later on when the[...]

Connecting the Receiver: XTPro-RX Connecting The Receiver Connect CAT5 cable coming from the SuperMatrix to the back of the receiver. 1. Connect 1-2 display monitors to the VGA out connectors on the front of the receiver. 2. Connect 1-2 sets of external speakers to the audio output connections on the front of the 3. unit. (Standard 3.5mm stereo Min[...]

Chapter 2: Installation Connecting the Control Communication Cable: RS-232 Each unit can be controlled by a RS-232 port connected from the back of the chassis. The SmartControlPro software will be used to control the units. Connect the RS-232 cable the control computer by connecting the female RS-232 connector 1. into the male RS-232 connector of t[...]

Chapter 2: Installation SuperMatrix connection diagram System Power ON You are now ready to turn on the system. Make sure that all connections are plugged in and all video monitors and speakers that you wish to use are connected. Plug in the power cord to the back of the 1. SuperMatrix unit. Connect this power cord to the wall. Turn computer on and[...]

Chapter 2: Installation Using IR Devices The SuperMatrix enable to connect any remote device to any source with IR For example a user can control any DVD,VCR or any cable box remotely. The SuperMatrix Has 16 port IR, each port is completely transparent and can send any IR from 20 to 100Khz XTP ro IR eye 1.Connecting the IR emitter The IR emitter su[...]

Chapter 2: Installation Connecting the RS232 Devices The SuperMatrix enable to connect any remote device to any source with RS232 For example a computer sending video to remote TV can also send command to the TV to change channel, volume or input at the TV The SuperMatrix Have 16 port RS232, each port is completely transparent and can send any baud[...]

Chapter 2: Installation Connecting the Super Matrix to the HD Source Connecting HD sources with components cable the SuperMatrix enable the user to connect any device such as DVD, VCR, cable to the video input using VGA to RCA cable Connecting HDTV to the XT Receiver The SuperMatrix keeps the signals as they are transmitted from the source. If the [...]

SmartAVI Proprietary Connector Pair Color RJ45 Pin Description 1 White/Orange 1 Video+Audio Orange 2 2 White/Green 3 Video+Audio Green 6 3 Blue 4 Video+Audio White/Blue 5 4 White/Brown 7 DATA RS232 and IR Bidirectional Brown 8 Table below describes the pinout configuration of the SmartAVI Cat5 CAT5 Preparation The SuperMatrix is a point to point vi[...]

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Chapter 3: Software Installation & Operation Advanced Configuration: If you have more than one Router installed you will want to check this box. Router Type: Select SuperMatrix. A/V Split: Check this box if you need to route audio and video independently, regardless from which source they originated from. Leave unchecked if you want audio and v[...]

Chapter 3: Software Installation & Operation Inputs/Outputs: Enter the number of Inputs/Outputs your SuperMatrix has. For now we will assume that there are 16 inputs and 16 outputs. Com Port: Select the appropriate com port that your computer is using to access the router. Router Time out: By default this is 0 meaning the computer acknowledges [...]

Chapter 3: Software Installation & Operation The Main Routing Window enables you to control the router(s) connections by means of the matrix panel, the button panel, or with pre-recorded routes called macros. Matrix Panel: This is probably the simplest way to route the connections. Simply click on the cross point itself. The input on the left w[...]

Chapter 3: Software Installation & Operation Macros: This section of the window is used to save and play back macros. Macros store a set sequence of routes. To record a macro: Click on the Record button (last button shown above). A blinking “recording” message below 1. this button will be displayed to indicate that all routes are being reco[...]

Controlling with IR Switching Ports with Remote Control You have the option of controlling the matrix via Remote Control. The PLAZOOM remote is used to control the matrix. The SM-EYE must be connected to the SuperMatrix ( this is an optional connector not always available in all boxes) in order to interface the remote control with the matrix. The w[...]

Connecting the SMTCP Instructions 3.0 RS232/422 converter. The frame control interface uses RS422. A full duplex 5 wire balanced communications standard 1. that allows communications to be multi-dropped to more than one Frame. Since PC’s only come with RS232 ports, a small converter is required to convert the RS232 signals 2. to RS422. If you pur[...]

Connecting the SMTCP con’t In certain cases, access to the smtcp box in not possible. Users have no way to change the IP via the network; a possibility to do this change is done via RS232, using a db9 cable male to male. Using Smartavi software Connect the SMTCP to the RS232, run smartavi Ip changer utility Connect the SMTCP box to your PC’s CO[...]

Chapter 4: Technical Information MATRIX SPECIFICATIONS Video Bandwidth 400 MHz Input Signal Level 1 Volt pk-pk into 75R Output Impedance 100 Ohms Input Impedance 75 Ohms Connector 16 x HD15 socket female Format VGA/SVGA/XGA/RGBHV/RGsB/ CVBS/YC/YUV/RGBS Syncs TTL5VDC Bandwidth Horizontal Sync up to 85KHz RS-232 16 x RS232 DB9 Female, TX, RX, GND Inf[...]

XTAV SPECIFICATIONS Receiver with Video and Audio support VGA Data Format RGBHV, RGsB, YUV, Y/C, CVBS Resolution Up to 1900 x 1200 VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA Connector type HD 15 socket Audio Signal Type Stereo unbalanced Connector 3.5mm jack socket Power Requirements 5VDC @.5A Connector 2.1mm DC jack (center +ve) Physical Dimensions 90 x 90 x 23mm (26 w[...]

Chapter 5: Communication Protocol SMARTCONTROL PRO RS-232 Protocol Smartcontrol Pro is based on RS232 queries with CRC protocol, any software that can send hex or ascii code can control the SuperMatrix. Each box is called a frame and have a special number sending Audio/Video from any source to any remote. 1. To send any command the protocol will be[...]

Chapter 6: Appendices Limited Warranty Statement A. Extent of limited warranty 1. SmartAVI Technologies, Inc. warrants to the end-user customers that the SmartAVI product specified above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the duration of 1 year, which duration begins on the date of purchase by the customer. Customer is respo[...]

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