Genesis™ Digital Matrix Series
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1. 100 x Always On 101 stands for OSD Box position 6 on screen where x 0 8 stands for OSD Box position Query where x 0 8 stands for HDCP Status Query on input m x 0 no video detected on input x 1 video detected on input without HDCP x 2 video detected on input with HDCP stands for HDCP Status Query on all inputs where all inputs x 0 2 HSM I 08 08 This command is useful for several purposes For example if you do not have HDCP compliant displays on all outputs and you try to send an input with HDCP to an output display that is not HDCP compliant you will not get an image This command enables you to check the status of each input and only route content that can be displayed to those outputs In addition since this command detects presence of video on inputs you can use it to check status of inputs and reroute outputs if there is no video on the input currently routed 4 14 Current Status Command ST lt cr gt stands for Status Query Response PW 1 lt cr gt CV1 m lt cr gt DH1 x lt cr gt MCx lt cr gt CV2 m lt cr gt DH2 x lt cr gt OSx lt cr gt CV3 m lt cr gt DH3 x lt cr gt OTx lt cr gt CV4 m lt cr gt DH4 x lt cr gt OBx lt cr gt CV5 m lt cr gt DH5 x lt cr gt N11 yyy lt cr gt CV6 m lt cr gt DH6 x lt cr gt NI2 yyy lt cr gt CV7 m lt cr gt DH7 x lt cr gt NI3 yyy lt cr gt CV8 m lt cr gt DH8 x lt cr gt NI4 yyy lt cr gt CA1 m lt2. Address IP Type Mac Address Model Name Your device ip address Figure 9 Device Finder 5 2 Controlling the Matrix via Web Interface The Genesis Matrices with IP option have a powerful yet easy to use IP based web interface to control and monitor matrix Web browser application running on any device Computer Smartphone iPad on the same network can use this interface Once you have the correct IP address of your device open web browser of your choice and type http your device ip address in address bar and hit Enter The webserver will automatically format the display for the browser it is running on This means that on a Smart Phone the width and character sizes will be optimized so you don t have to deal with zooming and scrolling the screen to use the unit Furthermore all elements on the screen are automatically updated from server side This means that if the video routing is altered by the front panel of the matrix or another simultaneous LAN connection your screen will automatically reflect the change Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches CSB OOO EERE TN E ja 7 P Figure 10 Control via web Interface Web interface allows the user to change monitor matrix I O ties assign names to Inputs outputs and presets as well as change IP address assign static IP address enable disable password protected login etc Preset Input and Output names are saved permanently in matrix unless user ch
3. SPDIF Audio Output n Query where n output 1 8 m input 1 8 stands for Connect All SPDIF Audio Outputs to input m where all outputs m input 1 8 stands for Connect All SPDIF Audio Query Output where all outputs m input 1 8 HSM I 08 08 CA3 m lt cr gt CA4 m lt cr gt CA5 m lt cr gt CA6 m lt cr gt CA7 m lt cr gt CA8 m lt cr gt 4 1 3 Make HDMI Audio amp Video ties plus SPDIF Audio ties Command Response Query Command Response Command Response Command Response COn m lt cr gt COn m lt cr gt COn lt cr gt COn m lt cr gt CO m lt cr gt CO1 m lt cr gt CO2 m lt cr gt CO3 m lt cr gt CO4 m lt cr gt CO5 m lt cr gt CO6 m lt cr gt CO7 m lt cr gt CO8 m lt cr gt CO lt cr gt CV1 m lt cr gt CV2 m lt cr gt CV3 m lt cr gt CV4 m lt cr gt CV5 m lt cr gt CV6 m lt cr gt CV7 m lt cr gt CV8 m lt cr gt CA1 m lt cr gt CA2 m lt cr gt CA3 m lt cr gt CA4 m lt cr gt CA5 m lt cr gt CA6 m lt cr gt CA7 m lt cr gt CA8 m lt cr gt stands for Connect Output n to input m where n output 1 8 m input 1 8 stands for Connect Output n Query where n output 1 8 m input 1 8 stands for Connect All Outputs to input m where all outputs m input 1 8 stands for Connect All Outputs Query where all outputs m input 1 8 4 2 Preset Save and Recall Functions Command Response PRx lt cr gt C
4. SPDIF Audio ties 1 to 1 as if issuing a command COn m where n m 1 8 Holding the PWR button down for 1 second while powering up the HSM Matrix will also perform a Factory Defaults 4 5 Firmware Version Command Response FW lt cr gt stands for Firmware Version FP Version x x lt cr gt Main Version x SW x xx lt cr gt Input Version x SW x xx lt cr gt Output Version x SW x xx lt cr gt Front Panel Firmware Version Main Firmware Version Input Firmware Version Output Firmware Version 4 6 HDMI Output Blank Video amp Mute Audio Command Response Query Command Response HOn x lt cr gt HOn x lt cr gt HO x lt cr gt HO1 x lt cr gt HO2 x lt cr gt HO3 x lt cr gt HO4 x lt cr gt HO5 x lt cr gt HO6 x lt cr gt HO7 x lt cr gt HO8 x lt cr gt 4 7 HDMI Audio Command Response Query Command Response HAn x lt cr gt HAn x lt cr gt HA x lt cr gt HA x lt cr gt HA2 x lt cr gt HA3 x lt cr gt HA4 x lt cr gt HA5 x lt cr gt HAG6 x lt cr gt HA x lt cr gt HA8 x lt cr gt 4 8 Menu Contrast Command Response Query Command Response MCx lt cr gt MCx lt cr gt MC lt cr gt MCx lt cr gt stands for HDMI Video amp Audio output where n output 1 8 x 0 1 disconnect connect stands for HDMI Video amp Audio output where all outputs x 0 1 disconnect connect stands for HDMI Audio activation where n output 1 8 x 0 1
5. Video Data Rate Supported Colors HDMI Cable Length HD Resolutions PC Resolutions Audio Supported Formats General Power Supply Nominal Power Temperature humidity Cooling Mounting Enclosure type Dimensions Product weight Shipping weight Recommended cable Vibration Safety EMI EMC MTBF Warranty HDMI 1 3 1 4 compliant for video color depth and 3D DVI single link TMDS video DDC EDID 0 to 5 v TTL HDMI Type A Female with Locking 2 25 Gbps RGB YCbCr 4 4 4 YCbCr 4 2 2 xvYCC From source 15 m 50 ft at any resolution or color depth to display 15 m 50 ft 1080p or 7 5 m 25 ft at deep color 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 1080i 1080p 8 or 12 bits per channel 24 or 36 bits aggregate VGA through UXGA PCM2 PCM5 1 PCM7 1 Dolby5 1 DTS5 1 DD D TrueHD DTS HD 12VDC SA 2 5mm plug 9 5mm barrel length Fully loaded 17 watts max 3 4 amps 5v Storage 40 to 158 F 40 to 70 C 10 to 90 non condensing Operating 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 C 10 to 90 non condensing Convection Front panel 1RU 19 Rack mountable Metal 1 69 H x 17 3 W x 7 68 D F P Width is 19 43 mm H x 440 mm W x 195 mm D 9 Ib 4 kg 10 Ib 4 5 kg Locking High Performance HDMI cables ISTA 1A in carton International Safe Transit Association CE CE FCC Class A 90 000 hours 2 years parts and labor Specifications are subject to change without notice Genesis Digital HDMI Mat
6. accepted and execution completed 4 1 1 Make HDMI Audio amp Video ties Command Response Query Command Response Command Response Command Response CVn m lt cr gt CVn m lt cr gt CVn lt cr gt CVn m lt cr gt CV m lt cr gt CV1 m lt cr gt CV2 m lt cr gt CV3 m lt cr gt CV4 m lt cr gt CV5 m lt cr gt CV6 m lt cr gt CV7 m lt cr gt CV8 m lt cr gt CV lt cr gt CV1 m lt cr gt CV2 m lt cr gt CV3 m lt cr gt CV4 m lt cr gt CV5 m lt cr gt CV6 m lt cr gt CV7 m lt cr gt CV8 m lt cr gt stands for Connect HDMI Audio amp Video Output n to input m where n output 1 8 m input 1 8 stands for Connect HDMI Audio amp Video Output n Query where m input 1 8 stands for Connect All HDMI Audio amp Video Outputs to input m where all outputs stands for Connect All HDMI Audio amp Video Output Query where all outputs m input 1 8 4 1 2 Make SPDIF Audio ties Command Response Query Command Response Command Response Command Response nn CAn m lt cr gt CAn m lt cr gt CAn lt cr gt CAn m lt cr gt CA m lt cr gt CA1 m lt cr gt CA2 m lt cr gt CA3 m lt cr gt CA4 m lt cr gt CA5 m lt cr gt CA6 m lt cr gt CA7 m lt cr gt CA8 m lt cr gt CA lt cr gt CA1 m lt cr gt CA2 m lt cr gt stands for Connect SPDIF Audio Output n to input m where n output 1 8 m input 1 8 stands for Connect
7. allows the user to assign custom names for each input output and preset pattern making control over IP a snap Other features include PRESET save and recall functions with user definable PRESET names HDMI output blanking HDMI audio extraction and independent routing to SPDIF outputs ability to remove audio from HDMI outputs comprehensive front panel controls RS 232 and Telnet control The HSM I 08 08 Genesis Digital matrix is ideal for home theater conference room multimedia presentation digital signage in retail space and other similar settings a Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches 1 2 Features e Compatible with HDMI version 1 4a for color depth and 3D and DVI HDMI Audio De embedding amp Independent Routing to SPDIF outputs e Supports a wide range of HDTV HDMI and PC DVI resolutions from 480i to 1080p and VGA to WUXGA e Supports digital video formats in Deep Color to 12bit per color e Supports lossless digital audio both 5 1 and 7 1 Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus and DTS HD Master Audio Front panel LCD readout for easy setup and control e Preset Save and Recall of commonly used routing patterns Intelligent EDID capability mapping e Audio and video compatibility among multiple sink devices e All HDMI inputs on the unit include cable equalization to support up 20 meters of input cable with 1080p sources e OSD video overlay to show user defined channel name on each output after it
8. is switched to a new input e HDMI video output can be blanked or un blanked e HDMI embedded audio output can be active or muted Includes RS 232 port with Hall Research s Genesis Control Command Set GCCS e IP LAN port includes web server with easy to use controls customizable with user definable names for each input and output e Telnet interface using the same RS 232 commands GCCS 1RU high compact amp rugged rack mountable metal enclosure e Full ESD protection is implemented on all HDMI connectors Incorporates Fast Switching technology to reduce blanking time e Designed and made in USA HSM I 08 08 2 Installation 2 1 Package Contents Your package should contain the 1RU Matrix Switcher a Universal power supply 12v DC 6A an IEC320 Power Cord and a User s Manual Figure 1 Power Supply Notice Use only regulated 12v DC supply center positive as supplied with the unit Use of any other voltage will cause damage to the unit and void the warranty 2 2 Input and Output Connections The matrix is housed in a 1RU 19 wide rack mountable enclosure All of I O control and the power connections are on the rear of the unit Serial Control Ethernet IP port SPDIF Audio Outputs Power A V Inputs with locking connector tabs A V Outputs with locking connector tabs Figure 2 Rear Panel Connections for HSM I 08 08 Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switch
9. through RS 232 commands or web browser interface When the HDMI video of a selected output is blanked the embedded audio associated with that output will be muted 3 3 2 Making a tie starting from the input The procedure is similar to the above but a particular input can be routed to more than one output or none at all LJ Press one of the input channel buttons That button will light up along with ALL the outputs routed from that input Q If you want to change to another input channel use either the up and down A V buttons to walk through other inputs or just select another input channel The up and down A Y buttons can also be pressed and held to quickly view all input channels one by one LI To route the selected input to multiple outputs press the desired output buttons Again these new outputs are only candidates will be blinking and will not be routed until you hit SET Q Any outputs tied to this selected input can t be disconnected from it 3 4 Saving Presets routing patterns The number of presets accessible from the front panel is the same as the total of input buttons Each front panel input button can memorize a pattern Therefore you can recall 8 presets Current tie configurations can be saved as presets 1 through 8 for later recall To save the current AV routing pattern press and hold the PRE button for 3 sec the backlit LED will start flashing this means that save function is activated Pr
10. 3 3 1 Making a tie starting from the output This is the most natural way of making connections since each output gets is signal from only one input LJ Press one of the output channel buttons That output button will light up along with an input button it is being routed from Q Ifyou do not want to make any changes just hit SET If you want to change to another output channel use either the up and down A FV buttons to walk through other outputs or just select another output channel The up and down A V buttons can also be pressed and held to quickly view all output channels one by one Q To route the output to a different input than the one currently connected to hit the candidate input channel number This does not actually make the connection the new input channel will be blinking Again if you change your mind either hit the same blinking button it will stop blinking or hit another input channel When you are sure you have selected the input channel you desire hit SET LJ The output can t be disconnected from the input It is always being routed from one of the inputs LJ Note that once you enter the channel routing mode from the front panel if you do not hit any buttons for approximately 8 seconds the system will exit this mode without any user interaction 10 Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches NOTE HDMI video output blank un blank and embedded audio output active un active can ONLY be performed
11. CP is disabled GATEWAY Displays current GATEWAY address and allows user change it if DHCP is disabled DHCP Enables Disables DHCP LOGIN Enable Disable login password TELNET Enable Disable telnet interface See Section 6 for more detail Apply Must click this button to apply and save any changes made to this tab Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches 5 2 3 2 OSD sub tab Please refer to Figure 15 below for a typical screen of OSD settings sub tab as it would appear on a Smart Phone IO A A 10 50 am Gj http 192 168 123 178 index htm HALL RR B St arc HSMIP Manager Routing T Labels T Settings Network OSD Device OSD Show Hide OSD Type Timed Always On OSD Time 10 seconds OSD Position Apply HSM I 08 08 F W V1 0 Figure 15 OSD sub tab OSD Show Hide OSD OSD Type Keep OSD on for specified time in OSD Time Timed OR keep it on forever Always On OSD Time Holds OSD time out value in seconds when selected OSD Type is Timed OSD Position Select position of the OSD Apply Must click to apply and save any changes made to this tab rs a HSM I 08 08 5 2 3 3 Device sub tab Please refer to Figure 16 below for a typical screen of Device settings sub tab as it would appear on a Smart Phone on i E 10 50 am Gal http 192 168 123 178 index html IFS ReszarcH HSMIP Manager Routing Labels j Settings Network osp Devic
12. DMI Inputs Column Eight dropdown buttons allow user to select Input to tie to respective Output It also shows current ties status and updates in real time Sync A V When checked from this tab it will sync SPDIF audio output with respective HDMI output and vice versa when checked from Audio tab Recall First select preset you want to load from dropdown menu and then click Recall button to load existing configuration from memory 22 Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches Save Preset Select preset name from dropdown menu and Click Save Preset to save current tie pattern as a preset ON OFF These buttons show the current status of Matrix s power and can be used to turn it on and off The button with red boarder is the current state and cannot be clicked The other one is available So for example in the above picture the matrix is ON and you can turn it off if you click on OFF button 5 2 1 2 Audio routing sub tab Please refer to Figure 12 for a typical screen of Audio routing sub tab as it would appear on a Smart Phone Gai http 192 168 123 178 index html ee MALL Fars RESEARCH HSMIP Manager Routing Labels j Settings S PDIF HDMI sync Outputs Inputs A V Aud_Out_1 HDMI In_8 v Aud_Out_2 HDMI_In_8 p Aud_Out_3 HDMI_In_8 v Aud_Out_4 HDMI In_8 v Aud_Out_5 HDMI_In_8 w Aud _ Out 6 HDMI In _8 v Aud_Out_7 HDMI In_8 v Aud_Out_8 HDMI_In_8 v Select Preset v Recall Save Figure 12 Audio routing sub
13. HALL RESEARCH USER S MANUAL goggogogo ona HREEEEHBOH TAG OTN Swe eee AS Model HSM I O8 08 Genesis Digital Matrix Series 8x8 HDMI or DVI Matrix Switcher With Audio De embedding amp Independent Routing Built in Server for Configuration amp Control RS 232 IP and Front panel Controls HDMI 1 4 Deep color amp 3D Support HDCP compliant with EDID Management Fast Switch Technology CUSTOMER Order toll free in the U S 800 959 6439 SUPPORT FREE technical support Call 714 641 6607 or fax 714 641 6698 INFORMATION Address Hall Research 1163 Warner Ave Tustin CA 92780 Website www hallresearch com E mail info hallresearch com UMA1199 Rev 1 0 Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL Hall Research and its logo FAS are trademarks of Hall Research Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged as the property of the trademark owners FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause interference to radio communication It has been designed to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules which are intended to provide reasonable protection against such in
14. OSx On Screen Display x Q 1 Off Qn OTx On Screen Display x QSD Timer 1 100 Always On 101 OBx On Screen Display Box position x 0 8 HDm Read Input Status m Input 1 8 Returns O No Video 1 Video 2 Video with HDCP Status Report MALL RESEARCH Copyright 2013 Hall Research Inc All rights reserved CUSTOMER Order toll free in the U S 800 959 6439 SUPPORT FREE technical support Call 714 641 6607 or fax 714 641 6698 INFORMATION _ Mail order Hall Research 1163 Warner Ave Tustin CA 92780 Web site www hallresearch com E mail info hallresearch com
15. V1 m lt cr gt CV2 m lt cr gt CV3 m lt cr gt CV4 m lt cr gt CV5 m lt cr gt stands for Preset Recall where x preset 1 8 m input 1 8 ES ne Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches CV6 m lt cr gt CV7 m lt cr gt CV8 m lt cr gt CA1 m lt cr gt CA2 m lt cr gt CA3 m lt cr gt CA4 m lt cr gt CA5 m lt cr gt CA6 m lt cr gt CA7 m lt cr gt CA8 m lt cr gt Command PSx lt cr gt stands for Preset Save where x preset 1 8 Response PSx lt cr gt 4 3 Power Functions Command PW1 lt cr gt stands for Power On where m input 1 8 Response PW1 lt cr gt CV1 m lt cr gt CV2 m lt cr gt CV3 m lt cr gt CV4 m lt cr gt CV5 m lt cr gt CV6 m lt cr gt CV7 m lt cr gt CV8 m lt cr gt CA1 m lt cr gt CA2 m lt cr gt CA3 m lt cr gt CA4 m lt cr gt CA5 m lt cr gt CA6 m lt cr gt CA7 m lt cr gt CA8 m lt cr gt Important Note on Power ON Command This command can take up to 6 seconds to complete Upon powering up the unit will recall the previous state of each output prior to powering off and restore each connection Command PWO0 lt cr gt stands for Power Off Response PWO lt cr gt Query Command PW lt cr gt stands for Power Query Response PWx lt cr gt x 0 off or 1 on 4 4 Factory Defaults Command FD lt cr gt stands for Factory Defaults Response FD lt cr gt nn HSM I 08 08 Issuing a factory Defaults command will set all current and preset HDMI Audio Video ties plus
16. anges it Matrix also remembers Presets even when not powered The web interface is very user friendly and easy to access It consists of three tabs named Routing Labels and Settings Each tab its sub tabs and its features are explained in next sections 5 2 1 Routing Tab Routing tab allows user to control matrix I O ties save current configuration as preset load existing presets and turn the matrix On Off Routing tab consists of two sub tabs named Video and Audio Video routing sub tab is used to control HDMI I O ties where as audio routing sub tab is used to control SPDIF audio O ties 5 2 1 1 Video routing sub tab Please refer to Figure 11 for a typical screen of Video routing sub tab as it would appear on a Smart Phone nn B HSM I 08 08 k O http 192 168 123 178 index html PER B SE arc HSM IP Manager Routing Labels j Settings Blank Outputs Faas AV 3 HDMI _Out_1 HDMI_In_8 v L HDMI Out_2 HDMI_In_8 Yv HDMI_Out_3 HDMI _In_8 y v2 HDMI _Out_4 HDMI_In_8 v L HDMI Out_5 HDMI_In_8 we v3 HDMI_Out_6 HDMI _In_8 v L HDMI_Out_7 HDMI In_8 Yv v HDMI_Out_8 HDMI _In_8 we Select Preset y Recall Save Power OFF Figure 11 Video routing sub tab Blank When checked it will stop outputting HDMI signal from respective output port HDMI Outputs Column Displays HDMI output names You cannot change the output names labels here Labels can be changed using the HDMI Outputs labels tab under labels tab H
17. ast routing pattern prior to being shut down along with the last state of VID amp AUD buttons If the VID button is on the current HDMI input and output routing pattern will be shown on the LCD If the AUD button is on the current SPDIF audio output routing pattern will be shown on the LCD The SPDIF audio output is extracted from the HDMI input port When both the VID amp AUD buttons are on the LCD will alternate between the display of the HDMI I O routing pattern and SPDIF audio output routing pattern The HDMI I O routing pattern will have a small letter v next to its input number and the SPDIF audio output routing pattern will have a small letter A next to its input number as shown below 1v 2v 3v 4v 5v Ov 7v 8v 1A 2A 3A 4A 5A 6A 7A 8A HSM I 08 08 If neither the VID nor the AUD button is on the following screens will be displayed and alternated every 3 seconds To View Route AV Use VID AUD Btns To turn the Matrix off press and hold the power button for 3 seconds This is done as a precaution so that if the power button is accidentally touched it will not turn off the matrix When the Matrix is off the following screens will be shown on the LCD Standing By Press PWR to turn on 3 3 Making AV Routings or Ties from Front Panel To make the unit as convenient and intuitive as possible the HSM matrix allows you to make ties starting from the input channel s point of view or from the output
18. bination of downstream capabilities being ANDed together to form an EDID table for reporting to video sources in order to guarantee all displays will be able to show the image from any source The Model HSM I 08 08 also features Fast Switching technology whereby all sources are kept active even if they are not routed to any sinks The matrix inputs perform all the EDID and HDCP handshakes with all connected sources continuously Compared with low cost switchers this method reduces switching time by several seconds Proprietary handling of downstream HDCP device keys assures compliance with HDCP without limiting the number of outputs that can be routed to the same input Furthermore each output of the matrix can handle over 20 downstream keys simultaneously OSD display of user defined input names with user definable OSD position and duration brings a new degree of sophistication and user friendliness to the Genesis Series The matrix features embedded HTML5 server to allow configuration and real time control from any browser tablet or smart phone No app or software is needed as all software resides in the matrix itself The smart server renders pages specifically configured for the device it is being displayed on producing a perfect GUI on a small phone or on a big tablet automatically We call this a pseudo app since it works like an app but with nothing to install other than a shortcut to the ip address The web interface
19. cr gt AH1 x lt cr gt NI5 yyy lt cr gt CA2 m lt cr gt AH2 x lt cr gt NI6 yyy lt cr gt CA3 m lt cr gt AH3 x lt cr gt NI7 yyy lt cr gt CA4 m lt cr gt AH4 x lt cr gt NI8 yyy lt cr gt CA5 m lt cr gt AH5 x lt cr gt CA6 m lt cr gt AH6 x lt cr gt CA7 m lt cr gt AH 7 x lt cr gt CA8 m lt cr gt AH8 x lt cr gt 4 15 Error Commands ERR1 Invalid command sent by the user Any commands other than the above list ERR2 The user sends a command to the HSM matrix while the power is off ERR3 The front panel is in use The front panel times out after 8 seconds if no activity is detected from the user Notice about Additional Commands HSM matrices equipped with IP Port have special Serial Commands to change IP address parameters Please refer section 5 3 IP Specific Serial Commands for further info Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches 5 IP Control Basics Serial Control Matrix Command Port 80 j HTTP e arta Processing IP Control Control Port 6324 Telnet Telet Server Control Figure 8 IP Control Block Diagram As shown in the figure above the matrix can be controlled via RS232 Serial port or through an IP Ethernet port if equipped The IP interface features a built in web server allowing web browsers running on different devices computer smart phone tablet on the network to control and monitor matrix through HTTP protocol on port 80 Section 5 will wal
20. dio amp video output 3 routed to input m CV4 m lt cr gt HDMI audio amp video output 4 routed to input m CV5 m lt cr gt HDMI audio amp video output 5 routed to input m CV6 m lt cr gt HDMI audio amp video output 6 routed to input m CV7 m lt cr gt HDMI audio amp video output 7 routed to input m CV8 m lt cr gt HDMI audio amp video output 8 routed to input m CA1 m lt cr gt SPDIF audio output 1 routed to input m CA2 m lt cr gt SPDIF audio output 2 routed to input m CA3 m lt cr gt SPDIF audio output 3 routed to input m CA4 m lt cr gt SPDIF audio output 4 routed to input m CA5 m lt cr gt SPDIF audio output 5 routed to input m CA6 m lt cr gt SPDIF audio output 6 routed to input m CA7 m lt cr gt SPDIF audio output 7 routed to input m CA8 m lt cr gt SPDIF audio output 8 routed to input m Where input m 1 8 If the unit was previously off it would not output anything through its RS232 port 4 1 Routing Functions Video routing commands specified are from the point of view of the output The wildcard character is acceptable for output but not input In addition these commands can be used to monitor or query the status of system ties Omitting the input channel will result in a response of the current routing for that output 12 Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches Important Note on Control Commands Almost all commands issued to the Matrix will elicit a response from the Matrix once the command is
21. dly and powerful nn HSM I 08 08 built in web server that allows control of the matrix via any browser using web enabled controllers 2 2 Connection Block Diagram Up to 8 HDMI or DVI Sources LAN msM P0808 N contro VIA Front panei RS 232 I P B lt lt lt lt Up to 8 Displays and Upto 8 SPDIF audio outputs not shown HALL RESEARCH Figure 6 On Screen Display of user defined input names after switching position and duration is configurable Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches 3 Configuration amp Operation 3 1 Front Panel Buttons and Indicators An image of the front panel for the 8x8 matrix is shown below OUTPUT eT Hacen A TTEEEECCE Routing Status Input and Output Channels Control Buttons Power Figure 7 HSM I 08 08 front panel controls amp indicators The front panel can be used for the following purposes e Monitor amp Control Power On Off status e View current Input output routings ties on LCD e Make new ties either starting from input or from output e Recall preset patterns e Save preset patterns All of the front panel switches have built in LEDs that help in the operation Front panel functions are designed for maximum intuitiveness With just a little practice one can easily learn to monitor and control the matrix 3 2 Turning the unit on and off To turn the unit on press the power button Then the matrix will recall the l
22. e LCD Contrast ME 50 Embedded Audio in HDMI Output 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 active 4 vl be a le a le lad Factory Reset Change Password HSM I 08 08 F W V1 0 Figure 16 Device sub tab LCD Contrast Change contrast of LCD on Matrix s front panel Active Enable Disable embed audio in HDMI signal When checked audio in HDMI output is active enabled When unchecked audio in HDMI output will be inactive mute Factory Reset This button loads factory defaults to Matrix It will reset unit to factory default values Factory default will also wipe out saved presets Change Password Allow user to change existing password When clicked a new window will pop up for entering the new password Password length is limited to eight 8 characters long Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches 5 2 4 Factory Default Settings Field Value SElomimcie IP Assigned by DHCP Network DefaultPassword pass SSCS HSM I 08 08 5 3 IP Specific Serial Commands HSM matrix equipped with IP interface allows user to assign Static IP address using Serial Interface with standard RS 232 Please refer section 4 to connect PC to Matrix over serial interface Once you are connected use following Commands to assign IP address or load factory defaults As with all other commands baud rate is 115kbps 5 3 1 Change network settings of unit Note All commands are case sensitive Command IP lt space gt lt ip address
23. eaees 30 PEINGL INLGM ACE cvin 31 6 1 Telnet Interface COMMANAS cccccccesesccccecccceecececceccccetterececsceeteeuecesecenennnness 32 Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches Fe rOUDIESNOOUN Oiane mnennrerasteanemuvenecimeeeys 32 TV Contacting Hall IROSC ANCA ncra A 32 7 2 Shipping and Packaging acess cesseieveoncsencatnesthadehca Riveuveaueertmateataeammtacncne 33 S SPECIEI S inanouan in n a 34 Appendix 1 Front Panel Quick Reference Guide ccssssesesesesesnseeeees 35 Appendix 2 Command Summary sssssssssssnsnsnsnnnnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnna 35 HSM I 08 08 1 Introduction 1 1 General Thank you for purchasing this professional quality and compact digital matrix switch from Hall Research As a member of Hall s renowned Genesis Series this matrix is synonymous with high performance intuitive and powerful user interface easy to use control command set and unsurpassed reliability The matrix is an 8x8 cross point switch in a compact 1 RU enclosure It supports HDMI 1 4a for 3D format and supports deep color to 12 bits per component 36 bit color routing supports HDCP PCM Dolby DTS and HD audio standards It may be used with any combination of DVI PC or HDMI HDTV sources and displays The matrix switch automatically performs intelligent EDID capability mapping between sinks and sources The EDID s audio and video capabilities are computed from a com
24. es Using quality HDMI cables connect the inputs to video sources If the sources are DVI PC then you will need either a DVI to HDMI adapter or preferably a DVI to HDMI Cable Figure 3 Model C HDMI DVI xM x 2 3 or 5 meters u 1 Q Fora professional installation we recommend using locking HDMI cables The Matrix Switch has a tapped hole above each HDMI connector and the locking cables available from Hall Research come with screws and stand offs for securing the cables in place so they don t accidentally get unplugged Figure 4 Model C HDMI L x x 1 5 3 6 10 15 25 35 or 50 ft LJ Next connect the HDMI outputs to the displays LJ Plug the power supply to the unit Use only the supply that came with the unit Q Ifthe matrix needs to be controlled via RS 232 plug the controller or PC to the DB9 Female port on the rear of the matrix Connection to PC s DB9 Male is made using a straight through DB9 Male to Female cable as shown below This port operates at a baud rate of 115 200 HSM Matrix Remote Control Console PIN Definition PIN Definition 1 NC 1 NC 2 Tx gt 2 RX 3 RX 7 3 TX 4 NC 4 NC 5 GND 5 GND 6 NC 6 NC 7 NC 7 NC 8 NC 8 NC 9 NC 9 NC Table 1 RS 232 Control Port Pinout Q To control the matrix via the IP port just connect an RJ45 cable to your Local Area Network LAN This unit features a user frien
25. ess the desired input button to save the preset then press the SET button to complete the operation 3 5 Recalling Presets routing patterns Press and release the PRE preset button The button will light up solid Then press and release one of the input channel buttons and hit SET 4 Control Commands RS 232 and IP The Genesis Matrix can be controlled via an external control system by using either the standard RS 232 or the optional IP port Any program capable of standard serial communication in ASCII format is capable of working with the matrix Most PCs with Windows OS have HyperTerminal or equivalent There are also many free Terminal Emulator software programs available for download on the internet Note on RS 232 port availability on PC Most PCs and notebooks do not come equipped with a serial RS 232 port Therefore for serial control from a PC you may need a USB to RS 232 converter These are available from Hall Research Model USB RS232 1 Use a DB9 Male to Female cable per Table 1 to connect the unit to the PC s serial port Use 115 200 Baud 8 bits No Parity 1 Stop bit No flow control Upon power up the Matrix will output a screen similar to the figure below through its serial port if the unit was previously on PW1 lt cr gt Power is on CV1 m lt cr gt HDMI audio amp video output 1 routed to input m CV2 m lt cr gt HDMI audio amp video output 2 routed to input m CV3 m lt cr gt HDMI au
26. k you through this HTTP based Web Interface The IP interface also supports telnet connection over port number 6324 to control and monitor matrix Section 6 will walk you through this telnet based interface The IP interface on every matrix shipped has a unique MAC address and must have a valid IP address to function properly on the network Notice As shipped from factory DHCP is enabled This means that the network automatically assigns an IP address to your Matrix To find the IP address assigned to the matrix please use Device Finder Software to get current IP address of Matrix Device Finder is available on the Product s webpage HSM I 08 08 5 1 Getting Device IP Address The HSM matrix comes preconfigured for DHCP which means it will automatically obtain an IP address when it is connected to the LAN It is recommended that you set a Static IP on each system in order to guarantee it maintains the same address In order to set a static IP you must first discover what DHCP address was issued and then login to reconfigure the settings Download and install the Hall Research Device Finder utility Once installed run the program It will scan your LAN and locate any devices that are connected File Tools Help Q Search HR Dewioes Mac Address Model 192 168 123 174 DYNAMIC 0020AacibS Td Hall Research HSM 03 08 HSM Matrix Possible HR Devices ikely to be Hall Research products with outdated firmware IP
27. not active active stands for HDMI Audio activation where n output 1 8 x 0 1 not active active stands for LCD menu contrast where x 1 100 stands for LCD menu contrast Query where x 1 100 16 4 9 Naming Input Command Response Query Command Response NIx yyy lt cr gt NIx yyy lt cr gt NIx lt cr gt NIx yyy lt cr gt 4 10 On Screen Display Command Response Query Command Response OSx lt cr gt OSx lt cr gt OS lt cr gt OSx lt cr gt Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches stands for naming input where x 1 8 yyy 16 characters long stands for naming input Query where x 1 8 yyy 16 characters long stands for OSD where x 0 1 Off On stands for OSD Query where x 0 1 Off On 4 11 On Screen Display Timer Command Response Query Command Response 4 12 On Screen Display Box Command Response Query Command Response 4 13 HDCP Command Response Query Command Response nn OTx lt cr gt OTx lt cr gt OT lt cr gt OTx lt cr gt OBx lt cr gt OBx lt cr gt OB lt cr gt OBx lt cr gt HDm lt cr gt HDm x lt cr gt HD lt cr gt HD1 x lt cr gt HD2 x lt cr gt HD3 x lt cr gt HD4 x lt cr gt HD5 x lt cr gt HD6 x lt cr gt HD7 x lt cr gt HD8 x lt cr gt stands for OSD where x OSD Timer 1 100 x Always On 101 stands for OSD Query where x OSD Timer 1
28. ommunicate with matrix Use figure 17 for configuring putty client on windows machine Mac and Linux users can use default telnet client 6 1 Telnet Interface Commands Telnet interface uses same commands as HSM serial RS232 interface Moreover it allows user to use all serial commands that are explained above in section 4 Expected response is also same as serial interface command response 7 Troubleshooting There are no field serviceable parts or circuits in the device Opening the device will void the warranty If you think the device is malfunctioning please contact Hall Research 7 1 Contacting Hall Research There are no user serviceable parts in the device Opening the device will void the warranty ES Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches If you determine that your Genesis Matrix is malfunctioning do not attempt to repair the unit instead contact Hall Research Technical Support at 714 641 6607 Before you do make a record of the history of the problem We will be able to provide more efficient and accurate assistance if you have a complete description 7 2 Shipping and Packaging If you need to transport or ship your unit Package it carefully We recommend that you use the original container Before you ship the units back to Hall Research for repair or return contact us to get a Return Authorization RMA number HSM I 08 08 8 Specifications Video Standards Signal type Connectors
29. on terminal screen Welcome to Hall Research HSM matrix Note After loading factory defaults Matrix will reset to default values as mentioned in section 5 2 4 Factory Default Settings 6 Telnet Interface HSM Telnet interface is IP based command line interface to control and monitor matrix Only one 1 client is allowed to connect at a time through this interface and on every new connection old connection will be closed Telnet connection timeout is set to infinity or until user closes connection Telnet authentication depends on authentication status of web interface If authentication is enabled password will be same as what used for web interface User can also disable telnet interface from web interface HSM I 08 08 ine PuTTY Configuration Category Session Basic options for your PuTTY session Specify the destination you want to connect to sehr aad i E z HSM IP ADDRESS 6324 i Features Connection type El Window Raw Telnet Rlogin 55H Serial X Appearance Behaviour Translation Selection Load save or delete a stored session Saved Sessions i Colours Defaut Settings El Connection 1 de 155 2 Raw Close window on exit d Always Never Only on clean exit About Cancel Figure 17 Putty client configuration To use this interface user must open TCP socket connection on port 6324 If PC is used as client please use Putty telnet client to c
30. rix Switches Appendix 1 Front Panel Quick Reference Guide OUTPUT l rj z2 sl 4 s e6 7 8s HEBEBRBEEER Bae HEREREREO uc Figure 18 Control buttons on the front panel Function Procedure View ties or Make ties Hit any of the INPUT or OUTPUT Buttons To change ties hit any INPUT or OUTPUT then hit SET Hit PRE button lights up Hit any INPUT or OUTPUT button Hold PRE until it starts blinking Hit any INPUT or OUTPUT button To turn on hit power button Recall Presets Save Presets Power ON OFF Appendix 2 Command Summary DUO OD OU O To turn off Press and hold power button Command Function Power on off x 0 power off 1 power on Omitting x will show current power status Connect HDMI Audio amp Video n output m input LJ Omitting m will show current connections Connect SPDIF Audio n output m input LJ Omitting m will show current connections Connect HDMI Audio amp Video plus SPDIF Audio n output m input LJ Omitting m will show current connections Preset Recall x preset can be 1 to 8 Preset Save x preset canbe 1 to8 Factory Defaults Sets current ties and presets 1 to 1 Firmware Version HDMI Video amp Audio Output n output x Q 1 Disconnect Connect HDMI Audio activation n output x Q 1 Not Active Active Menu Contrast x 1 100 HSM I 08 08 NIx yyy Naming Input x input 1 8 yyy 16 characters long
31. sessssssessecsscssseseessesesesaesaees 11 3 5 Recalling Presets routing patterns cccscssscccssssssssssesssssseserssrsersensassaees 11 4 Control Commands RS 232 and IP ssssssssssssssssssnsnsnsnsnsnnnnnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnna 12 ARONO FUNCUONS sensas a a A 12 4 2 Preset Save and Recall FUNCTIONS c ccccccsccsscsssssessssssecesssessseseessessesesateass 14 AO FOWer FUNCIONS ierisisnuan a a a st iesed ncaa aaa deduscdaclneeed ass 15 AA Factor DOTA serasi N 15 AO Firmware VersiON suaina a a a 16 4 6 HDMI Output Blank Video amp Mute AUdIO ccccceeccscscecsesssessestesteeeeas 16 AT TAD AUG IO erenn a S 16 Ate Menr CONTAS een ne eee ee een ee ere EO enn ne ene 16 4S Naming INDUL edeier a r lintel cds 17 AAO ONS roen DIED ayana A 17 4 11 On Screen Display Timer xicbantnc octets cater sincesca yaad naedeatnaey awe daeec lecaca dente 17 412 ON SChECNDISDIAY BOK sirrane a 17 AW A OP ates cle eatin cars bp teat attest ac tea icon Reclama cel 17 Ae NEE Carmen 5 AUS se esc Macrae Paths ac a a a 18 AVS EIFOFR COMMANGS arina matt eset ondc Maree aa tnasl tend eantesaen ale 18 SIP GONUO Basle Sirrin eames 19 5 1 Getting Device IP ACGIOSS scccicrae cassie ciecgcase ind sendsluccdene ied teantiantnend xedeaelen eons 20 9 2 Controlling the Matrix via Web Interface ccccccesscesssscsssscsscssesssrssesseseeeaees 20 5 3 IP Specific Serial COMMAMAS cccceccecsesssssssssscsscesserssessesaesassessesseserseesan
32. tab S PDIF Outputs Column Displays S PDIF audio output names You cannot change the output names labels here Labels can be changed using the S PDIF Outputs labels tab under labels tab a 2 HSM I 08 08 HDMI Inputs Column Eight dropdown buttons allow user to select Input to tie to respective Output It also shows current ties status and updates in real time Sync A V When checked from this tab it will sync HDMI output with respective S PDIF output and vice versa when checked from video tab Recall See section 5 2 1 1 Save Preset See section 5 2 1 1 5 2 2 Labels Tab on 3 A E 10 50 am Gl http 192 168 123 178 index htm H FRR B SEaecH HSM IP Manager Routing Labels Settings HDMI Inputs HDMI Outputs S PDIF Outputs Presets 1 HDMLIn_1 2 HDMI In_2 3 HDMI In 3 4 HDMI In 4 5 HDMLIn_5 6 HDMI In 6 7 HDML In_7 8 HDMI_In_8 Apply Figure 13 HDMI Input sub tab Labels tab has four sub tabs named HDMI Inputs HDMI outputs S PDIF outputs and Presets Each sub tab has several text fields for entering label names and an Apply button to save changes Figure 13 above shows contents of HDMI Inputs tab under labels tab ES Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches User can assign names of his her choice to Inputs Outputs and Presets in this tab Label names are limited to sixteen characters long including white spaces and can have special symbols Appl
33. terference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at their own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment wiCATIo wo Mg FE CE f E ehs nay Compliant AAL o O ly Ssiwwo L To HOM HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE HSM I 08 08 Contents ST SAVED GEOCIUIG UNO IN erst ciect tans farce hace a a ak al nasa swan tceteaireuel teas taint 4 i Fad GENTA Deane n ners tener arte erect ee eater ere Aree tae nee ene N 4 CRO oer erence perenne E ee reece eee Seer eee ee 5 ZMS laO Nenea aa 6 2 tPackage COMEN Sanser O 6 2 2 Input and Output Connections ssssennsesnsiseseenenisesnsrsrsneninisisrnrnrnrnririnnsrnrsrnrnnena 6 2 2 GONMECUON Block Diagrami intine inoaii aiaa a d aa 8 3 Configuration amp Operation sssssssssnsssnnnnsunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnna 9 3 1 Front Panel Buttons and Indicators ccccccccsecsseseessesssessecsesssesseessesseseseeeateass 9 3 2 Tumino NG unit on and ON eaea a a E 9 3 3 Making AV Routings or Ties from Front Panel c ccccccscsesessesseeseeeeeees 10 3 4 Saving Presets routing patterns 00 ce cecccscsscscs
34. value gt lt cr gt stands for new IP address value Error Response ERR IP address is either Invalid Or not changed Success Response P lt ip address_value gt Command SB lt space gt lt subnet_address value gt lt cr gt stands for new Subnet address value Error Response ERR SUBNET address is not valid Success Response SUBNET lt subnet_address_value gt Command GW lt space gt lt gateway_address_value gt lt cr gt stands for new gateway address value Error Response ERR GATEWAY Address is not valid Success Response GATEWAY lt subnet_address_value gt Notice User MUST enter ALL THREE Commands mentioned above with correct values and must get success response for each to change IP address Following message confirms that user has got success response for all above commands and device is now applying user settings Applying settings to Matrix please wait WAIT until you see following Welcome message on Screen It confirms that device has done with applying settings and serial interface is ready for other commands Welcome to Hall Research HSM matrix serial interface Please refer to user manual for matrix serial commands EJ Genesis Digital HDMI Matrix Switches 5 3 2 Load factory defaults To load factory defaults from serial interface use following commands Command FD lt cr gt Response Applying settings to Matrix please wait Wait until you see following welcome message
35. y Each sub tab of labels tab has one Apply button to save labels on that sub tab Click this button to save your changes after changing names 5 2 3 Settings Tab Settings tab has three sub tabs named Network OSD and Device Network sub tab allows user to change matrix name location IP address DHCP settings telnet settings etc OSD sub tab consist of settings pertaining to OSD Device sub tab lets user to change LCD contrast login password and load factory defaults 5 2 3 1 Network sub tab Please refer to Figure 14 below for a typical screen of Network settings sub tab as it would appear on a Smart Phone al Q Gal http 192 168 123 178 index html IFRS ReSEaRcH HSMIP Manager Routing Labels Settings NAME HSM Matrix LOCATION Hall Research IP 192 168 123 178 SUBNET 255 255 255 0 GATEWAY 192 168 123 1 DHCP Enable Disable LOGIN Enable Disable TELNET Enable Disable Apply HSM I 08 08 F W V1 0 Figure 14 Network sub tab nn B HSM I 08 08 NAME User defined name for matrix Name can be sixteen 16 characters including spaces and special characters LOCATION User defined location of matrix Location can be twenty 20 characters long including white spaces and special characters IP Displays current IP address of Matrix and if DHCP is disabled it allows user to enter new IP address SUBNET Displays current SUBNET address and allows user change it If DH
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