ANTIFERENCE HDMI8X8MC User manual
4K HDBase-T Matrix Kit
Simple set up guide
HDMI8X8MC
4K Compact Matrix
Important Safety Notice
Thank you for purchasing this Antiference HDMI distribution product.
Please read the following instructions carefully and retain for future
reference.
Please pay careful attention to the following safety considerations:
1. Do not place any items on the device
2. Ensure no liquids are on or near the device as splashes may damage the
unit
3. For cleaning, use a damp cloth only without solvents
4. Do not attempt to open the case as there is a danger of electric shock
5. Repairs should be carried out by a qualied technician
6. Place the unit in a well ventilated area to prevent overheating
7. Carry out the installation before connecting the device to a source of
power
8. Use only the supplied power supply as 3rd party products may damage
the product
9. Please dispose of responsibly and in accordance with Weee directive.
4K Compact Matrix
Content
1. Introduction 1
1.1 Features 1
1.2 Package Contents 2
2. Product Appearance 2
2.1 4K HDBaseT Maxtrix Switcher 2
2.2 HDBase-T Receiver 5
3. System Connection 7
3.1 System Applications 7
3.2 Connection Diagram 7
3.3 Installation Procedure 8
4. System Operations 9
4.1 IR Control 9
4.1.1 IR Remote 9
4.1.2 Control TV set at matrix location 10
4.1.3 Control Local Device Remotely 12
5. Specication 12
5.1 4K HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 12
5.2 HDBaseT Receiver 14
6. Panel Drawing 15
6.1 4K HDBaseT Matrix Switcher 15
6.2 HDBaseT Receiver 15
7. Troubleshooting & Maintenance 16
4K Compact Matrix
1.Introduction
This Antiference HDMI product is a professional 4K HDBase-T matrix kit with
HDCP2.2 support.
The kit consists of the 4K Matrix Switcher, 7 HDBase-T PoC receivers, PSU &
IR accessories.
The product features 8 HDMI inputs & 7 HDBase-T outputs + 1 HDMI output.
Other connections include IR in & out ports, optical audio L&R RCA & TCP/IP
& RS232.
The 7 receivers included are PoC and feature Bi-directional IR control.
All HDMI inputs can be selected by either the front panel buttons, IR, RS232
or GUI. The selected source is delivered to HDBaseT zoned outputs 1~7 &
HDMI Output.
The Matrix can deliver 4K/UHD signals up to 40m, 1080p up to 70m and pow-
ering the receivers via a single CAT6 cable. Please ensure good quality CAT6
cable is used.
There is an EDID management system for complete exibilty.
Audio sources can be selected via RS232 commands and TCP/IP at the
Matrix Switcher or by 3rd Party control such as Control 4. Drivers are available
at www.antiference.co.uk/product/compact-hdbase-t-matrix-kit/
1.1 Features
• HDBaseT Matrix Switcher that features 7 HDBaseT outputs and 1 HDMI
output
• Supports HDCP 2.2, and is backwards compatible with previous versions
of HDCP and HDMI
• Transmits 4Kx2K @ 60Hz 4:2:0 up to 26 ft. (8m) via HDMI port and 131 ft.
(40m) via HDBaseT port
• 7 HDBaseT outputs with distances up to 230 ft. (70m) at 1080p and 131 ft.
(40m) at 4Kx2K on a single Cat6 cable
• HDBaseT Receivers are powered by the matrix using PoC technology
• LED indicators show real-time switching status
• Controllable via front panel, RS232, IR and TCP/IP
• Built-in GUI for TCP/IP control and setup
• Powerful EDID management
• Support CEC to control far-end display devices via RS232 commands
• Features Micro USB port for rmware upgrades
• Easy installation with rack-mounting design, mounting hardware included
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1.2 Package Contents
1 x 4K HDBaseT Matrix Switcher
2 x Mounting ears & 6 x Screws
4 x Trapezoidal Plastic pads
1 x Power Cord
8 x IR Receivers
9 x IR Emitters
1 x IR Remote
1 x RS232 cable(Phoenix to DB9)
7 x HDBaseT Receivers
14 x Mounting ears & 28 x Screws
28 x Round Plastic pads
1 x User manual
2. Product Appearance
2.1 1.4K HDBaseT Matrix Switcher
1) Front Panel
No. Name Description
1 FW Micro USB port for updating rmware
2 Power Indicator Red LED indicates if power is present
3 Input Selector Indicators 8 input selector buttons & 8 green indica-
tors. Numbered from “1” to “8”
4 Output Selector Indicators 8 output selector buttons numbered from
"1" to "8"
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2) Rear Panel
No. Name Description
1 HDMI INPUTS 8 x HDMI inputs: Type A female HDMI
connector, connect the source device with
an HDMI cable to any of the HDMI inputs.
2 OUTPUTS • 7 x HDBaseT outputs: The HDBT
RJ45 outputs deliver HD video, Audio
and PoC to the HDBaseT Receiver up
to 70m.
• 1 x HDMI output: Connect an HDMI
cable from the Matrix Switcher to the
displayer.
3 IR IN • 7 x IR IN: Connect with IR receiver,
xed IR input for the output, cannot be
switched separately. It makes up an IR
bi-directional transmission with the IR
OUT on the corresponding HDBaseT
receiver.
• 1 x IR EYE: Connect with extended IR
receiver, use the IR remote to control
the Matrix Switcher.
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No. Name Description
4 IR OUT • 8 x IR OUT: Plug in IR emitters to
deliver the IR signal sent from the far-
end receivers connected to the HD-
BaseT ports. These IR OUT sockets
make up an IR matrix with the IR IN
sockets on the far-end receivers, and
all can be switched simultaneously
with the AV signal, or separately from
switching. In default setting, the 1~7
IR OUT corresponds with the 1~7 IR
IN, i.e. IR OUT1 - IR IN1, IR OUT2 -
IR IN2, …IR OUT7 - IR IN7.
• 1 x IR ALL OUT: Plug in IR emitter to
deliver the IR signal to control input
source device form any of far-end
receivers.
5 CONTROL • RS232: Serial port for unit control,
3-pin pluggable terminal block, con-
nects with control device (e.g. PC).
• TCP/IP: RJ45 port. Connect with PC
for Web-based GUI control.
6 AUDIO OUTPUTS • SPDIF: Digital audio output connects
directly via an optic bre cable to the
Toslink input on a sound bar.
• RCA (L&R): PCM Analogue audio out-
put sockets connect the de-embedded
audio additional speakers.
7 AC100V~240V • Power port, connect with power cord
Note: Pictures shown in this manual are for reference only, different model and speci-
cations are subject to real product.
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2.2 HDBase-T Receiver
1) Front Panel
No. Name Description
1 HDMI OUT Connect to the HDMI display.
2 IR IN Connect the IR receiver and position in a
suitable location where the RCU can be
pointed at it. Commands from the matrix
remote and source remote are received
with this port.
3 IR OUT This feature is used if control of the
TV connected is required at the matrix
location. Connect an IR transmitter to this
port and position in the correct location
on the TV.
5
IR IN IR OUTHDMI OUT
123
TP IN
LINK HDCP
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2) Rear Panel
No. Name Description
1 Power Indicator • OFF: No power;
• RED: DC power present (PoC).
2 TP IN The RJ45 socket has two LED status
indicators.
HDCP:
• OFF: No HDMI trafc (no picture)
• GREEN: Signals with HDCP.
• Blinking GREEN: Signal without
HDCP
LINK:
• HDBT Link status indicator.
• OFF: No Link
• YELLOW: Link Successful
• Blinking YELLOW: Link Error
6
IR IN IR OUTHDMI OUT
123
TP IN
LINK HDCP
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3. System Connection
3.1 System Applications
This Antiference Compact 4K matrix kit is designed for residential and com-
mercial applications delivering 4K & HD video & audio to up to 8 locations/TV
sets with IR control.
Compatible source devices include SKY HD/Q, Blue Ray Player, Apple TV or
CCTV systems.
3.2. Connection Diagram
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1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ALL2 3 4 5 6 7 IR EYE
1 2 3456 7 8 1-HDBT
2-HDBT
3-HDBT 4-HDBT 5-HDBT 6-HDBT 7-HDBT 8-HDMI
Tx Rx
RS232 8-SPDIF L R
8
TCP/IP
IN PUT S OUT PUT S
IR I N IR O UT CO NTR OL AU DIO O UTP UT
PS4
Central Control System Router iPad Speaker
Amplifier
Blu-Ray
IR Emitter
Apple TVLaptop
Apple RemoteIR Receiver
HDTV
IR Emitter
Receiver
HDTV
Remote
IR Receiver
TV RemoteIR Receiver
HDMI:
Audio:
Internet:
Control:
HDBaseT:
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