Lightware MMX8x4-HT400MC is a standalone matrix switcher designed for conference rooms with 8 video inputs (4 HDMI and 4 TPS) and 4 HDMI video outputs. It supports 4K/UHD (30Hz RGB 4:4:4 or 60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0), 3D capabilities, and HDCP. It has a dedicated audio input block with ports for microphone and line-in, and a built-in sound mixer for mixing audio from various sources. Compatible with third-party HDBaseT devices, Lightware TPS devices, and 25G boards.
Lightware MMX8x4-HT400MC is a standalone matrix switcher designed for conference rooms with 8 video inputs (4 HDMI and 4 TPS) and 4 HDMI video outputs. It supports 4K/UHD (30Hz RGB 4:4:4 or 60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0), 3D capabilities, and HDCP. It has a dedicated audio input block with ports for microphone and line-in, and a built-in sound mixer for mixing audio from various sources. Compatible with third-party HDBaseT devices, Lightware TPS devices, and 25G boards.
Quick Start Guide
MMX8x4-HT400MC
Further Information
The User’s manual of this appliance is available on www.lightware.com.
See the Downloads section on the website of the product.
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Important Safety Instructions
Please read and keep the information in the attached safety instructions supplied with the
product before you start using the device.
Introduction
The MMX8x4-HT400MC is a standalone matrix switcher is specically designed for
conference room environments with eight video inputs (four HDMI and four TPS) and four
HDMI video outputs. 4K / UHD (30Hz RGB 4:4:4 or 60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0), 3D capabilities and
HDCP are fully supported. MMX8x4-HT400MC has a dedicated Special Audio Input block
with input ports for microphone and line-in. The built-in sound mixer allows free mixing of the
microphone or the line-in and the de-embedded audio from one of the input HDMI signals.
Box Contents
1
AC connector Standard IEC connector accepting 100-240 V, 50 or 60 Hz.
2
TPS inputs RJ45 connectors (4x) for incoming TPS signal; not PoE-compliant.
3
HDMI inputs HDMI input ports (4x) for sources.
4
Audio output
port
5-pole Phoenix connector for balanced analog audio; the signal
can be mixed from the de-embedded audio of the TPS/HDMI
inputs or the microphone input or the line in. See details from the
audio features on the next page.
Rear View
Connecting Steps
7
Ethernet port RJ45 connector to control the matrix via LAN.
8
Reset button Reboots the matrix; the same as switching it off and on again.
9
RS-232 ports 3-pole Phoenix connectors (2x) for bi-directional RS-232
communication.
q
48 V LED on Phantom power turned on.
off Phantom power turned off.
Turn off the phantom power before connecting the microphone!
w
Serial/ Infra
ports
2-pole Phoenix connectors (2x) for IR output or TTL output
serial signal.
e
Infra output
ports
3.5 mm TRS (Jack) connectors (2x) for infra signal transmission
(both of them are outputs).
r
HDMI output HDMI output connectors (4x) for sink devices.
1
USB port USB mini-B port for controlling the unit locally by the Lightware
Device Controller software.
2
POWER LED on Power LED indicates that the unit is
powered on.
3
LIVE LED blinking slow The unit is on and operates properly.
blinking fast The unit is in bootload mode.
4
LCD screen Displays the front panel menu. Basic settings are available.
5
Jog dial
knob
Browse the menu by turning the knob, click on the desired item to
check or change it.
LCD Menu and Navigation
The front panel has a color LCD showing the most important settings and parameters (E.g.
network settings, port status, crosspoint state). The jog dial control knob can be used to
navigate between the menu items or change the value of a parameter. The knob can be
pressed to enter a menu or edit/set a parameter.
The MMX8x4-HT400MC matrix is compatible with any
third-party HDBaseT
TM
device.
Compatible Devices
The MMX8x4-HT400MC matrix is compatible with other Lightware TPS devices, matrix TPS
and TPS2 boards, 25G boards, as well as third-party HDBaseT-extenders, but not compatible
with the phased out TPS-90 extenders.
HDBaseT
TM
and the HDBaseT Alliance logo are trademarks of the HDBaseT Alliance.
Matrix unit IEC power connector
Phoenix Combicon 3-pole
connector (3x)
Phoenix Combicon 5-pole
connector (2x)
Safety and
Warranty
Info
Quick
Start
Guide
Safety and warranty info,
Quick Start Guide
Mounting Options - Standard Rack Installation
Two rack ears are supplied with the product, which are xed on left and right side as shown in
the picture. The default position allows mounting the device as a standard rack unit installation.
The matrix switcher is 2U-high and one-rack wide.
Always use all four screws for xing the
device ears to the rack rail. Choose properly
sized screws for mounting. Keep a minimum
of two threads left after the nut screw.
Ventilation
To ensure the correct ventilation and
avoid overheating, leave enough free space
around the appliance. Do not cover the
appliance, leave the ventilation holes free
on both sides.
TPS
Connect an HDBase-T
TM
-compatible transmitter to the TPS input port (not
PoE-compliant).
HDMI
Connect an HDMI source (e.g. PC) to the HDMI input port.
HDMI
Connect an HDMI sink (e.g projector) to the HDMI output port.
RS-232
Optionally connect a serial device (e.g projector) to the 3-pole Phoenix
connector to transmit RS-232 commands.
IR
Optionally connect an infra emitter to the infra output port (2-pole Phoenix or
1/8” Stereo Jack connector) to transmit infra signal.
LAN
Optionally connect a UTP cable (straight or cross, both are supported) in order
to control the matrix switcher via the Lightware Device Controller software.
USB
Optionally connect a USB cable in order to control the matrix switcher via the
Lightware Device Controller software.
Audio
Optionally for analog output, connect an audio device (e.g. audio amplifier) to
the analog audio output port by an audio cable.
Audio
See the Installation Guide for Connecting a Microphone section on the next
page before connecting the microphone. Improper settings can cause damage.
Audio
Optionally for audio input port: connect the audio source (e.g. media player) to
the audio input port by an audio cable.
Power
Connect the power cord to the AC power socket of the matrix unit.
Powering the device is recommended as the nal step.
4
Audio output port 5-pole Phoenix connector for balanced analog audio; the
signal can be mixed from the de-embedded audio of the
TPS/HDMI inputs or the microphone input or the line in. See
details from the audio features on the next page.
5
Audio input port 3-pole Phoenix connector for microphone input and
5-pole Phoenix connector for balanced analog audio input.
6
Boot button Resetting or powering on the device while keeping the hidden
button pressed puts the matrix in bootload mode.
Front View
Serial Output Voltage Levels (TTL and RS-232)
*Using a receiver with at least 1k impedance to any voltage between 0V and 5V to get the voltages.
TTL* RS-232
Logic low level 0 .. 0.25V 3 V .. 15 V
Logic high level 4.75 .. 5.0V -15 V .. -3 V
Infrared emitter unit
with Phoenix Combicon
2-pole connector (2x)
12
r8 7 6
4
5
3
9qwe
5
4
1
3
2
MAIN MENU
> System Settings
Ports
EDID
Menu navigation
& change parameter
Menu selection
& set parameter
Press
Turn
min. 2
threads left
rack rail
rack shelf mounting ear
rack screw
flat washer
cage nut
USB
Control
POWER
LIVE
Multiport HDMI and TPS Matrix Switcher
MMX8x4-HT400MC
MAIN MENU
> System Settings
Input Ports
Output Ports
RS-232
Power
outlet
TPS transmitter
device
Laptop
PC Projector Infra emitter
Audio Amplifier Microphone Media Player
HDMI HDMI IR
TPS
AudioLAN
Power
USB
Audio Audio
The infrared emitter and detector units are optionally available accessories.
Installation Guide for Connecting a Microphone
These settings can be done from a computer using the Lightware Device Controller
(LDC) software. The application is available at www.lightware.com, install it on a
Windows PC or a Mac OS X and connect to the device via LAN, USB, or RS-232.
1. Before the connection, please set these properties below:
Port Property Value Lightware Device Controller
Analog
audio output
(BAL.OUT)
Volume -80dB and/or Mute
Microphone
input
(MIC IN)
Volume -80dB and/or Mute
Skipping the volume or mute setting can cause serious
damage in the speaker or the external sound system when
phantom power is turned on!
Phantom
power Turn off
Always turn off the phantom power before connecting the
microphone!
Port Property Value Lightware Device Controller
Microphone
input
(MIC IN)
Input gain -12dB
EQ (High,Hmid,
Lmid, Low) 0
Panorama 0
2. Connect the microphone.
a. In case of dynamic or wireless microphone: skip this step and follow the
instructions with step 3.
b. In case of condenser microphone: Switch on the phantom power. Keep pressing
the +48V button for more than 2 seconds to activate phantom power.
Phantom power supplies the condenser microphone by 48V, which is
necessary for normal operation. Application of the phantom power can cause
damage if a dynamic or wireless microphone is connected!
Always switch on the phantom power when the cabling and connecting are done. Do
not disconnect the microphone when the phantom power is switched on!
3. Set these properties below:
Property Value Lightware Device Controller
Analog
audio output
(BAL.OUT)
Volume 0dB
Microphone
input
(MIC IN)
Volume 0dB
4. Talk to the microphone continuously.
Increase the microphone input gain slowly
and check the signal indicator chart. It gives
a feedback about the optimal signal level.
Make sure that the peak led (PK!) never
lights up!
5. If the signal level is low, set the optimal
volume on both the microphone input and
balanced output channels. Always check
the signal indicator chart for the optimal
level!
Make sure that the peak led (PK!) never
lights up!
MIC input gain MIC signal
MIC input volume Output volume
Port Diagram
Firmware Update
Lightware Device Updater (LDU) is an easy and comfortable way to keep
your device up-to-date. Establish the connection via Ethernet. Download
and install LDU software from the company’s website www.lightware.com,
where you can nd the latest rmware package as well.
Pin Assignment of 2-pole IR Emitter Connector (1/8” TS)
1 2
1 Tip +5V
2 Ring Signal (active low)
3 Sleeve
Factory Default Settings
IP address 192.168.0.100
LW3 / LW2 port number 6107 / 10001
RS-232 port setting 57600 BAUD, 8, N, 1
Control protocol (RS-232) LW2
Crosspoint setting Input 1 on all outputs
I/O Ports Unmuted, unlocked
TPS mode Auto
HDCP enable (inputs) Enable
HDCP mode (outputs) Auto
Signal type Auto
Emulated EDID F47 - (Universal HDMI, all audio)
MIC input levels Volume (dB): 0.00; Panorama (Balance): 0; Gain (dB): 0.00
Analog audio input levels Volume (dB): 0.00; Balance: 0; Gain (dB): 0.00
Analog audio output levels Volume (dB): 0.00; Balance: 0
From balanced input to balanced output
1 x XLR - Phoenix
Always check the correct wiring
of the microphone cable! Never apply
phantom power with unbalanced cable,
because it can cause damage!
The microphone cable should be shielded
with 2x0,22mm conductor, max. 50m long.
For more information about audio cable wiring, see the user’s manual of the device or the
Audio Cable Wiring Guide on our website www.lightware.com.
Maximum Extension Distances
To specify the accurate extension distances, please also check the documentation of the
connected HDBaseT-compatible device.
Resolution Pixel
clock rate
Cable lengths (for ‘C’ Corporate models)
CAT5e
AWG24
CAT7
AWG26
CAT7
AWG23
1024x768@60Hz 65 MHz 60 m 80 m 80 m
1280x720p@60Hz 73.8 MHz 60 m 80 m 80 m
1920x1080p@60Hz (24bpp) 148.5 MHz 60 m 80 m 80 m
1920x1200@60Hz 152.9 MHz 60 m 80 m 80 m
1600x1200@60Hz 162 MHz 60 m 80 m 80 m
1920x1080@60Hz (36bpp) 223 MHz 60 m 80 m 80 m
3840x2160@30Hz UHD 297 MHz 40 m 40 m 40 m
4096x2160@30Hz 4K 297 MHz 40 m 40 m 40 m
CAT7 SFTP AWG23 cable is always recommended.
Typical Application
-80
-80 dB
MUTE
-80
-80
dB
MUTE
+48V
-12
dB
GAIN
-12 +55
0
-18
dB
+18
0
PAN
LR
0
0
dB
0
dB
0
-12 +55
PK!
NOM.
SIG.
0
0
TPS in
4x
HDMI in
4x
Analog
audio in
Mic in
Analog
audio out
HDMI out
4x
AUDIO MIXER
De-embedder
Audio Cable Wiring Guide
MMX8x4 series matrix is built with 5-pole Phoenix input and output connectors. See a few
examples below of the most common assembling cases.
From balanced output to unbalanced input
Phoenix - 3.5 (1/8”) TRS
From unbalanced output to balanced input
3.5 (1/8”) TRS - Phoenix
From balanced output to balanced input
Phoenix - 2 x XLR
From balanced output to balanced input
2 x XLR - Phoenix
2
3
2
3
AUDIO Output
2
3
2
3
AUDIO Input
From balanced output to unbalanced input
Phoenix - 2 x 6.3 (1/4”) TS
From unbalanced output to balanced input
2 x 6.3 (1/4”) TS - Phoenix
From balanced output to unbalanced input
Phoenix - 2 x RCA
From unbalanced output to balanced input
2 x RCA - Phoenix
2
3
MIC Input
Wiring Guide for RS-232 Data Transmission
MMX8x4 series matrix is built with a 3-pole Phoenix connector. See the examples below
of connecting to a DCE (Data Circuit-terminating Equipment) or a DTE (Data Terminal
Equipment) type device:
Lightware device and a DCE
D-SUB 9 - Phoenix
Lightware device and a DTE
D-SUB 9 - Phoenix
TX RX
1
6
9
5
2: TX data
3: RX data
5: Ground
TX RX
1
69
5
2: TX data
3: RX data
5: Ground
For more information about the cable wiring, see the user’s manual of the device or
Cable Wiring Guide on our website www.lightware.com/support/guides-and-white-papers.
Made in EU, Hungary
50/60 Hz 1.4-0.85A
100-240 VAC
Sn:
Reset
3
4
RX TX RX TX
2 1
TX TX
4RS232
2 1
3
MIC IN
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
TPS+PoE IN 1 TPS+PoE IN 2 TPS+PoE IN 3
IR OUT
TPS+PoE IN 4
ETHERNET
AUDIO1 IN
VIDEO AUDIO
INPUT STATUS
RESET
Audio1
HDMI
DP
DVI-D
HDCP
Autoselect
DVI-A Video
Audio2
VGA
HDMI
DP
DVI-D
3 DP IN
2
VIDEO
SELECT
AUDIO
SELECT
SHOW
ME
WP-UMX-TPS-TX130-US
VIDEO
SELECT
ETHERNET
INPUT STATUS
VIDEO AUDIO
O
RESET
IR
VGA
DP
HDMI
Autoselect
AUDIO
SELECT
SHOW
ME
2 DP IN 3
AUDIO
DP
HDMI
TPS Link
HDMI OUT1 HDMI OUT2
ON
OFF
MacBook Laptop
Laptop Mic
Projector
PC
Speakers
Monitor
Monitor
UMX-TPS-TX140
MMx8x4-HT400MC
CATx
DisplayPort
RS-232
HDMI
Analog audio
LAN
IR
WP-UMX-TPS
-TX130-US
Power
amplifier
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI HDMI
HDMI
LAN
IR
IR emitter
Analog
audio
Mic
audio
CATx
CATx
DP
Analog
audio
Analog
audio
-
1
-
2
Lightware MMX8x4-HT400MC is a standalone matrix switcher designed for conference rooms with 8 video inputs (4 HDMI and 4 TPS) and 4 HDMI video outputs. It supports 4K/UHD (30Hz RGB 4:4:4 or 60Hz YCbCr 4:2:0), 3D capabilities, and HDCP. It has a dedicated audio input block with ports for microphone and line-in, and a built-in sound mixer for mixing audio from various sources. Compatible with third-party HDBaseT devices, Lightware TPS devices, and 25G boards.
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