MV-4X 4 Window Multi-viewer/4×2 Seamless Matrix Switcher

USER MANUAL
MODEL:
MV-4X 4 Window Multi-viewer/4×2 Seamless Matrix Switcher

P/N: 2900-301566 Rev 1

www.kramerav.com

Contents
Introduction Getting Started Overview Typical Applications Controlling your MV-4X
Defining MV-4X 4 Window Multi-viewer/4×2 Seamless Matrix Switcher
Mounting MV-4X
Connecting MV-4X Connecting the Output to a Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Acceptor Connecting to MV-4X via RS-232 Wiring RJ-45 Connectors
Operating and Controlling MV-4X Using Front Panel Buttons Controlling and Operating Via the OSD Menu Operating via Ethernet
Using Embedded Web Pages General Operation Settings Defining the Matrix Mode Parameters Defining the Multi-View Parameters Defining the Auto-Layout Parameters Managing EDID Defining General Settings Defining Interface Settings Defining MV-4X User Access Defining Advanced Settings Defining OSD Settings Configuring a Logo Viewing the About Page
Technical Specifications Default Communication Parameters Default EDID
Protocol 3000 Understanding Protocol 3000 Protocol 3000 Commands Result and Error Codes

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Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better!
Getting Started
We recommend that you: · Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment. · Review the contents of this user manual.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/MV-4X to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).
Achieving Best Performance
· Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high- performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables).
· Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils. · Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence
signal quality. · Position your Kramer MV-4X away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust.
Safety Instructions
Caution: · This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building. · For products with relay terminals and GPIO ports, please refer to the permitted rating for an external connection, located next to the terminal or in the User Manual. · There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.
Warning: · Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit. · To ensure continuous risk protection, replace fuses only according to the rating specified on the product label which is located on the bottom of the unit.

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Recycling Kramer Products
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive, Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at www.kramerav.com/il/quality/environment.

Overview

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer MV-4X 4 Window Multi-viewer/4×2 Seamless Matrix Switcher.
MV-4X is a high-performance HDMI matrix switcher with integrated scaling technology and multi-windowing options. It is an ideal solution for monitoring or displaying multiple sources simultaneously for use in control rooms, conference rooms or classrooms. Video resolutions up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 and LPCM audio up to 7.1 channels and 192kHz are supported on both input and output. In addition, MV-4X is fully compatible with the HDCP 1.x and 2.3 standards.
The product offers 2 outputs ­ HDMI and HDBT. Users can choose to display any of the four HDMI sources individually, in full screen, or in a variety of multi-window modes that include quad mode, PiP, and PoP on both outputs. Alternatively, MV-4X MV-4Xoffers a seamless (zero-time video cut) 4×2 matrix switcher option. The product also supports chroma-keying and includes a logo overlay feature.
You can control and manage the MV-4X, including the input/window routing, position, and size via the front panel OSD buttons, Ethernet (with embedded webpages), and RS-232.
MV-4X provides exceptional quality, advanced and user-friendly operation, and flexible control.
Exceptional Quality
· High Performance Multi-Viewer ­ 18G 4K HDMI product with 4 HDMI inputs and HDBT and HDMI outputs that supports HDMI up to 4K@50/60Hz 4:4:4 and HDBT up to 4K@50/60Hz 4:2:0.
· Zero-Time Video Cuts ­ Connect up to four HDMI sources, an HDMI and an HDBT sink, and seamlessly switch between them.
· HDMI Support ­ HDR10, CEC (for outputs only), 4K@60Hz, Y420, BT.2020, Deep Color (for inputs only), x.v.ColorTM, 7.1 PCM, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, as specified in HDMI 2.0.
· Content Protection ­ Supports HDCP 2.3. · Chroma Keying Support ­ Select to key the video input using a uniform-colored
background.
· Includes numerous filters and algorithms that eliminate picture artifacts.

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Advanced and User-friendly Operation
· Matrix Switching ­ Truly seamless zero-time 4×2 switching in Matrix mode. · Multiple Display Options ­ Display any of 4 HDMI sources individually, full screen, with
seamless switching in Matrix mode. Or choose to display the sources using multiwindow modes such as fully customizable standard views like PiP (Picture in Picture) and PoP (Picture outside of Picture) as well as Quad-window modes. · 4 Preset Memory Locations ­ Supports storage of multi-window arrangements as a preset for later use. · Auto Layout Support ­ Auto-window mode that automatically changes the number of visible windows based on the number of live sources. · Independent audio source selection in all modes. · Image Rotation ­ 90, 180 and 270-degree rotation support for 4K output resolutions on input 1 in matrix mode. · Selectable Border Design ­ Each window can have a border with a selectable color. · Logo Support ­ Upload and freely position a graphic logo overlay as well as a boot screen logo. · Multi-view window Setup ­ Intuitive and easy adjustment of window size, position, and settings. · User-friendly Control ­ Via the built-in Web GUI, as well via the OSD-driven front-panel switches. · EDID Management ­ Per-input EDID management with internal or external EDID options. · Local Monitor View ­ Matrix mode is ideal for applications where the user requires a local monitor to view the image on the display before switching it to the remote display.
Flexible Connectivity
· 4 HDMI inputs. · 1 HDMI output and 1 HDBT output. · De-embedded analog balanced stereo audio output.
Typical Applications
MV-4X is ideal for these typical applications: · Meeting rooms – Allows users to show multiple presentations simultaneously. · Distance learning classrooms ­ Enables to show the main picture content, while the teacher shows in the Picture-in-picture (PiP) window. · Medical ­ Quad view for operating theatres. · Shopping malls and residential ­ Shows multiple images at the same time. · Video editing, post production and applications that require chroma keying.

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Controlling your MV-4X
Control your MV-4X directly via the front panel push buttons, with on-screen menus, or: · By RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller. · Remotely through the Ethernet using built-in user-friendly Web pages. · Direct connections for HDBT tunneling of IR and RS-232. · Optional – USB port to upgrade the firmware, upload the EDID, and Logo.

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Defining MV-4X 4 Window Multi-viewer/4×2 Seamless Matrix Switcher
This section defines MV-4X.

Figure 1: MV-4X 4 Window Multi-viewer/4×2 Seamless Matrix Switcher Front Panel

Feature

1 INPUT Selector Buttons (1 to 4)

2 OUTPUT (in Matrix Mode)

Selector Button

LEDs (A and B)

3 WINDOW (in Selector Button Multiview Mode)

LEDs (1 to 4) 4 MATRIX Button 5 QUAD Button
6 PIP Button

7 MENU Button

8 Navigation

Buttons

Enter

9 RESET TO XGA/1080P Button

10 PANEL LOCK Button

Function Press to select an HDMI input (from 1 to 4) to switch to an output. Press to select an output.
Light green when output A (HDMI) or B (HDBT) are selected. Press followed by an input button to connect the selected input to a window. For example, select Window 3 and then Input button # 2 to connect input # 2 to Window 3. Light green when a window is selected. Press to operate the system as a 4×2 matrix switcher. Press to display all four inputs on each of the outputs. Layouts are configured via the embedded web pages. Press to display one input in the background and the other images as PiP (Picture-in-Picture) over that image. Layouts are configured via the embedded web pages. Press to access the OSD menu, exit the OSD menu and, when in the OSD menu, move to the previous level in the OSD screen Press to decrease numerical values or select from several definitions. Press to move up the menu list values. Press to increase numerical values or select from several definitions. Press to move down the menu list. Press to accept changes and change the SETUP parameters. Press and hold for about 2 seconds to toggle the output resolution between XGA and 1080p, alternatively. To lock, press and hold PANEL LOCK button for about 3 seconds. To unlock, press and hold PANEL LOCK and RESET TO buttons for about 3 seconds.

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Figure 2: MV-4X 4 Window Multi-viewer/4×2 Seamless Matrix Switcher Front Panel

Feature 11 HDMI IN Connectors (1 to 4) 12 AUDIO OUT 5-pin Terminal Block

Connector 13 HDBT IR IN RCA Connector
IR OUT RCA Connector
14 HDBT RS-232 3-pin Terminal Block Connector
15 RS-232 3-pin Terminal Block Connector
16 HDMI OUT A Connector 17 HDBT OUT B RJ-45 Connector 18 PROG USB Connector
19 ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector 20 12V/2A DC Connector

Function Connect to up to 4 HDMI sources. Connect to a balanced stereo audio acceptor.
Connect to an IR sensor to control a device connected to the HDBT receiver via IR Tunneling. Connect to an IR emitter to control a device that is connected to MV-4X from the HDBT receiver side via HDBT tunneling. Connect to a device for RS-232 HDBT tunneling.
Connect to a PC to control the MV-4X.
Connect to an HDMI acceptor. Connect to a receiver (for example, TP-580Rxr). Connect to a USB stick to perform firmware upgrades and/or upload a Logo. Connect to a PC via a LAN Connect to the supplied power adapter.

The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

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Mounting MV-4X
This section provides instructions for mounting MV-4X. Before installing, verify that the environment is within the recommended range:
· Operation temperature ­ 0 to 40C (32 to 104F). · Storage temperature ­ -40 to +70C (-40 to +158F). · Humidity ­ 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing. Caution: · Mount MV-4X before connecting any cables or power.
Warning: · Ensure that the environment (e.g., maximum ambient temperature & air flow) is compatible for the device. · Avoid uneven mechanical loading. · Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used for avoiding overloading of the circuits. · Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. · Maximum mounting height for the device is 2 meters.
Mount MV-4X in a rack:
· Use the recommended rack adapter (see www.kramerav.com/product/MV-4X).
Attach the rubber feet and place the unit on a flat surface.

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Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your MV-4X. After connecting your MV-4X, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device.

Figure 3: Connecting to the MV-4X Rear Panel

To connect MV-4X as illustrated in the example in Figure 3:
1. Connect up to 4 HDMI sources (for example, Blu-ray players, a work station and set top box) to the HDMI IN connectors 11 .
2. Connect the HDMI OUT A connector 16 to an HDMI acceptor (for example, a display).
3. Connect the HDBT OUT B RJ-45 port 17 to a Receiver (for example, Kramer TP-580Rxr).
4. Connect the AUDIO OUT 5-pin Terminal block connector 12 to balanced stereo audio active speakers.
5. Set IR control from the connected receiver to the Blue-ray player that is connected to HDMI IN 3 (by pointing the Blu-ray IR remote control to the IR receiver): Connect an IR receiver cable to the TP-580Rxr receiver. Connect an IR emitter cable from the IR OUT RCA connector to the IR receiver on the Blue- ray player.
6. Connect the RS-232 3-pin terminal block connector to a laptop.
7. Connect the power adapter to MV-4X and to the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 3).

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Connecting the Output to a Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Acceptor
The following are the pinouts for connecting the output to a balanced or unbalanced stereo audio acceptor:

Figure 4: Connecting to a Balanced Stereo Audio Figure 5: Connecting to an Unbalanced Stereo Audio

Acceptor

Acceptor

Connecting to MV-4X via RS-232

You can connect to MV-4X via an RS-232 connection 13 using, for example, a PC. MV-4X features an RS-232 3-pin terminal block connector allowing the RS-232 to control MV-4X. Connect an RS-232 terminal block on the rear panel of MV-4X to a PC/controller, as follows:

From the RS-232 9-pin D-sub serial port connect:
· Pin 2 to the TX pin on the MV-4X RS-232 terminal block · Pin 3 to the RX pin on the MV-4X RS-232 terminal block
· Pin 5 to the G pin on the MV-4X RS-232 terminal block

RS-232 Device

MV-4X

Wiring RJ-45 Connectors
This section defines the TP pinout, using a straight pin-to-pin cable with RJ-45 connectors.
For HDBT cables, it is recommended that the cable ground shielding be connected/soldered to the connector shield.
EIA /TIA 568B PIN Wire Color 1 Orange / White 2 Orange 3 Green / White 4 Blue 5 Blue / White 6 Green 7 Brown / White 8 Brown

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Operating and Controlling MV-4X

Using Front Panel Buttons
MV-4X front panel buttons enable the following actions: · Selecting an HDMI INPUT 1 . · Selecting an output (A or B) 2 . · Directing an input to a selected window using the WINDOW button 3 and the INPUT buttons (from 1 to 4) 1 . · Selecting operation modes (MATRIX 4 , QUAD 5 or PIP 6 modes). · Controlling and operating MV-4X via the OSD menu buttons ( 7 and 8 ). · Resetting the resolution (to XGA/1080p) 9 . · Locking the front panel 10 .
Controlling and Operating Via the OSD Menu
MV-4X enables controlling and defining the device parameters via the OSD, using the front panel MENU buttons.
To enter and use the OSD menu buttons: 1. Press MENU. 2. Press: ENTER to accept changes and to change the menu settings. Arrow buttons to move through the OSD menu, which is displayed on the video output. EXIT to exit the menu. The default OSD timeout is set to 10 seconds.
Use the OSD menu to perform the following operations: · Setting the Video Mode on page 11. · Selecting the Window Layout Mode on page 12. · Configuring Chroma Key Mode on page 13. · Setting up the Picture Parameters on page 14. · Defining the Audio Output Settings on page 14. · Setting the Input EDID on page 15. · Configuring HDCP Mode on page 16.

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· Setting OSD Parameters on page 17. · Configuring the Logo Settings on page 18. · Setting Ethernet Parameters on page 19. · Setting the Preset Parameters on page 20. · Configuring the Setup on page 20. · Viewing the Information on page 21.
Setting the Video Mode

MV-4X enables setting the video operation mode.

To set the video mode: 1. On the front panel press MENU. The OSD menu appears.

2. Click Video Mode, select:

Matrix, and perform the following actions:

Menu Item

Action

Fade In/Out

Enable or disable crossfading between sources in Matrix mode.

Fade Speed

Set the fade speed (in seconds).

OUT A/B Source Select the source for output A (HDMI) and output B (HDBT).

Options On, Off (default)
1~10 (5 default) INPUT 1~4 (IN 1 default)

PiP, PoP or Quad, and perform the following actions:

Menu Item Action

Options

WIN 1/2/3/4 Select the source for the specified

Source

window. The selected configuration is

routed to output A and output B.

WIN 1 Source WIN 2 Source WIN 3 Source

WIN 4 Source

In 1~4 (IN 1 default) In 1~4 (IN 2 default) In 1~4 (IN 3 default) In 1~4 (IN 4 default)

Auto (see also Defining the Auto-Layout Parameters on page 40), and perform the following actions:

Menu Item WIN 1 to WIN 4
Auto Layout Auto Layout 2 Auto Layout 3 Auto Layout 4

Action View the number of active windows.
Select the preferred window arrangement to use in Auto mode when there are 2 active sources. Select the preferred window arrangement to use in Auto mode when there are 3 active sources. Select the preferred window arrangement to use in Auto mode when there are 4 active sources.

Options 2 options are displayed: An active source is present, for example, WIN 1>INPUT 2. There is currently no active source: Window Off. Full screen Side by Side (default), PoP or PiP
PoP Side or PoP Bottom
Quad, PoP Side or PoP Bottom

Preset 1, Preset 2, Preset 3, or Preset 4 (see Configuring/Recalling a Preset on page 39).

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Selecting the Window Layout Mode
MV-4X enables selecting the window layout for a specific video mode (see Setting the Video Mode on page 11).
All settings are individually saved for each window and each mode.

To set the window layout mode:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click Window Layout. 3. Select an input:

When in Matrix mode, select an input and perform the following actions:

Menu Item

Action

Options

Aspect Ratio

Select a fixed aspect ratio for the currently selected window. Full stretches the source to fill the output, regardless of original aspect.
Best Fit automatically sets the ratio based on the window’s current source resolution.

Full (default), 16:9, 16:10, 4:3, Best Fit

Mirror

Select Yes to flip the currently selected input No (default), Yes horizontally.

Rotate

Enable or disable rotating the input

Off (default), 90 degrees,

counterclockwise by 90, 180 or 270 degrees. 180 degrees, 270 degrees

Border On/Off Border Color
Window Reset

When rotation is active, the output is forced to full screen and the mirror and border settings are disabled. When the output resolution is set to 4K, only input 1 can be rotated. Enable or disable the color border around the currently selected input. Select the color to use for the border of the currently selected input.
Reset the current input to its default settings.

On, Off (default)
Black, Red, Green (Win1 default), Blue (Win 2 default), Yellow (Win 3 default), Magenta (Win 4 default), Cyan, White, Dark Red, Dark Green, Dark Blue, Dark Yellow, Dark Magenta, Dark Magenta, Dark Cyan or Gray No (default), Yes

When in PiP/PoP/Quad mode, select a window and perform the following actions:

Menu Item Window On/Off Position X Position Y Size Width

Action
Enable or disable the currently selected window.
Set the X coordinate position of the upper left corner of the currently selected window.
Set the coordinate position of the upper left corner of the currently selected window.
Set the width of the currently selected window.

Options On (default), Off 0~Max H Resolution 0~Max V Resolution 1~Max H Resolution

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Menu Item Size Height Priority Aspect Ratio
Mirror (Horizontal) Border On/Off Border Color
Window Reset

Action Set the height of the currently selected window. Select the layer priority of the currently selected window. Priority 1 is at the front and priority 4 is at the back.
Select a fixed aspect ratio for the currently selected window. The aspect ratio is based on the window’s current height. Full returns the window to the current mode’s default size and shape for that window. Best Fit automatically sets the ratio based on the window’s current source resolution. Select Yes to flip the currently selected input horizontally. Enable or disable the color border around the currently selected window. Select the color to use for the border of the currently selected window.
Reset the current window to its default settings.

Options 1~Max V Resolution
Win 1 (layer 4, default), Win 2 (layer 3, default), Win 3 (layer 2, default), Win 4 (layer 1, default) Full (default), 16:9, 16:10, 4:3, Best Fit, User
No (default), Yes
On, Off (default)
Black, Red, Green (Win1 Default), Blue (Win 2 Default), Yellow (Win 3 Default), Magenta (Win 4 Default), Cyan, White, Dark Red, Dark Green, Dark Blue, Dark Yellow, Dark Magenta, Dark Magenta, Dark Cyan or Gray No (default), Yes

Configuring Chroma Key Mode
MV-4X enables you to control the chroma key functions of the unit. Several pre-designed standard key ranges are provided as well as slots to save up to 4 user-created key ranges. Keying values and ranges are set using the full RGB color space (0~255).

Chroma Key is supported in Matrix Mode only.

To start the Chroma Key mode:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click Chroma Key and perform the following actions:

Menu Item Chromakey
User Select

Action
Select On to activate chroma keying. When Chroma Key is active the aspect ratio is forced to full screen and the border feature is disabled.
Select the keying preset to use when chroma key is active.

Red/Green/Blue Set the keying range (the color range

Max/Min:

within the IN 2 video to make it

Options On, Off (default)
User 1 (default), User 2, User 3, User 4, White, Yellow, Cyan, Green, Magenta, Red, Blue, Black Red Max 0~255 (255 default) Red Min 0~255 (0 default)

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Menu Item

Action
transparent) to use for the currently selected User Key Preset by setting the maximum and minimum values for red, green, and blue. If a fixed preset is currently selected, the values are displayed, but cannot be modified.

Options Green Max Green Min Blue Max Blue Min

0~255 (255 default) 0~255 (0 default) 0~255 (255 default) 0~255 (0 default)

Chroma key is now configured.

Setting up the Picture Parameters
MV-4X enables setting the image parameters.

To set the picture parameters:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click Picture.

3. Select an input and perform the following actions:

Menu Item Contrast Brightness Saturation Hue Sharpness H/V

Action Set the contrast. Set the brightness. Set the saturation. Set the hue. Set the H/V sharpness.

Reset

Set the sharpness.

Options

0, 1, 2, …100 (default 75)

0, 1, 2, …100 (default 50)

0, 1, 2, …100 (default 50)

0, 1, 2, …100 (default 50)

H Sharpness

0, 1, 2, …20 (default 10)

V Sharpness

0, 1, 2, …20 (default 10)

No (default), Yes

Picture parameters are set.
Defining the Audio Output Settings
MV-4X enables defining the device audio output settings.

To define the Audio output settings:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click Audio and define the video parameters according to the information in the following table:

Audio: Matrix Mode

Menu Item OUT A Source
OUT A Mute OUT B Source
OUT B Mute

Action
Select the audio source to pair with video output A. Enable or disable muting audio output A. Select the audio source to pair with video output B. Enable or disable muting audio output B.

Options
IN 1 (default), IN 2, IN 3, IN 4, Window On, Off (default) IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4, Win 1 (default), Win 2, Win 3, Win 4 On, Off (default)

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Audio: PiP/PoP/Quad/Auto

Menu Item OUT A Source
OUT A Mute OUT B Source
OUT B Mute

Action Select the audio source to pair with video output A.
Enable or disable muting audio output A. Select the audio source to pair with video output B.
Enable or disable muting audio output B.

Options IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4, Win 1 (default), Win 2, Win 3, Win 4 On, Off (default) IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4, Win 1 (default), Win 2, Win 3, Win 4 On, Off (default)

Audio outputs are set.
Setting the Input EDID

MV-4X enables assigning the EDID to all the inputs at once or to each input separately. User EDID can be uploaded via the PROG USB port using a memory stick.

To set the EDID parameters

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click Input EDID Section and set the EDID according to the information in the following table:

Menu Item EDID Mode
All EDID
In 1~4 EDID
User 1~4 Update

Action Select how to assign the EDID to the device inputs: Select All for a single EDID to be assigned to all the inputs. Select Appoint for a different EDID to be assigned to each input. When in All EDID mode, assign the selected EDID to all the inputs.
When in Appoint EDID mode, assign a selected EDID individually for each input (IN EDID from 1 to 4).
Update the USER EDID: · Copy the desired EDID file
(EDIDUSER*.BIN) to the root directory of a USB memory stick · Select Yes for a selected User. · Insert the USB memory stick into the PROG USB port on the rear panel. The EDID stored in the memory stick uploads automatically.

Options All (default), Appoint
1080P (default), 4K2K3G, 4K2K420, 4K2K6G, Sink Output A, Sink Output B, User 1, User 2, User 3, User 4 1080P (default), 4K2K3G, 4K2K420, 4K2K6G, Sink Output A, Sink Output B, User 1, User 2, User 3, User 4 For each User: No (default), Yes

Input EDID is set.

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Configuring HDCP Mode
MV-4X enables configuring HDCP on the inputs and outputs.

To configure the HDCP mode:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click HDCP Mode and define the video parameters according to the information in the following table:

Menu Item IN 1~4
OUT A/OUT B

Description
Select the HDCP behavior for each input. Select Off to disable HDCP support on the selected input.
Set the HDMI output to follow Input or Output.

Options Off, On (default)
Follow Output (default), Follow Input

HDCP is configured.
Setting the Output Resolution Parameters
MV-4X enables setting output parameters such as the size of the image and output resolution via the OSD MENU buttons. OUT A and OUT B have the same resolution.

To set the output parameters:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click Output Resolution and define resolution

Menu Item Resolution

Function

Select the video output resolution. 1920x1080p60 is the default resolution.

Native OUT A 1280×800p60 1920×1080p25 4096x2160p30

Native OUT B 1280×960p60 1920×1080p30 4096x2160p50

480p60

1280×1024p60 1920×1080p50 4096x2160p59

576p50

1360×768p60 1920×1080P60 4096x2160p60

640×480p59 1366×768p60 1920×1200RB 3840×2160p50

800×600p60 1400×1050p60 2048×1152RB 3840×2160p59

848×480p60 1440×900p60 3840×2160p24 3840×2160p60

1024×768p60 1600×900p60RB 3840×2160p25 3840×2400p60RB

1280×720p50 1600×1200p60 3840×2160p30

1280×720p60 1680×1050p60 4096x2160p24

1280×768p60 1920×1080p24 4096x2160p25

The output resolution is set.

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Setting OSD Parameters

MV-4X enables adjusting OSD MENU parameters.

To set the OSD parameters:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click OSD Settings and define the OSD parameters according to the information in the following table:

Menu Item Menu Position Menu Timeout Info. Timeout Info. Display Transparency
Background Text Color

Action
Set the position of the OSD menu on the output.
Set the OSD timeout in seconds or set to off to always display the OSD.
Set the Info. timeout in seconds or set to off to always display the OSD.
Enable or disable the appearance of information on the display.
Set the transparency level of the background of the OSD menu (10 means fully transparency).
Set the color of the background of the OSD menu.
Set the OSD text color

Options Top Left (default), Top Right, Bottom Right, Bottom Left Off (Always on), 5~60 (in 1sec steps) (10 default) Off (Always on), 5~60 (in 1sec steps) (10 default) On (default), Off
Off (default), 1~10
Black, Gray (default), Cyan
White (default), Yellow, Magenta

OSD parameters are set.

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Configuring the Logo Settings
MV-4X enables uploading and managing a Logo to appear on the screen.

To configure the logo:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click Logo Settings and define the Logo settings according to the information in the following table:

Menu Item Logo On/Off Position X/Y
OSD Logo Reset
Logo Update
Boot Logo Display Boot 4K Source Boot 1080P Source Boot VGA Source User 4K Update

Action
Enable / disable displaying a logo graphic.
Set the horizontal and vertical position of the logo’s upper left corner, within the output. The position values are a relative percentage of the available output resolution.
Select Yes to reset the logo and install a default test image. The reset process can take a few minutes. Progress information is displayed on the OSD while the default logo is being installed. The unit automatically reboots when installation is complete.
Update the Logo:
· Copy the desired Logo file (LOGOUSER.BMP) to the root directory of a USB memory stick. The new logo graphic file should be 8-bit .BMP format with a max resolution of 960×540.
· Select Yes.
· Insert the USB memory stick into the PROG USB port on the rear panel.
The logo stored in the memory stick uploads automatically.
Enable / disable displaying a graphic image during boot up.
Select the Default Logo image or the User uploaded image while booting, when output resolution is 4k. Select the Default Logo image or the User uploaded image while booting, when output resolution is between 1080p and VGA.
Select the Default Logo image or the User uploaded image while booting, when output resolution is VGA. To upload a User 4K boot graphic via USB:
· Copy the desired Logo file (LOGO_BOOT4K.BMP) to the root directory of a USB memory stick. The new logo graphic file should be 8-bit .BMP format with a resolution of 1920×1080.
· Select Yes.
· Insert the USB memory stick into the PROG USB port on the rear panel.
The 4K logo stored in the memory stick uploads automatically.

Options On, Off (default) Position X 0~100 (10 default) Position Y 0~100 (10 default) Yes, No (default)
Yes, No (default)
On (default), Off Default (default), User Default (default), User Default (default), User Yes, No (default)

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Menu Item User 1080P Update
User VGA Update

Action
To upload a User 1080p boot graphic via USB:
· Copy the desired Logo file (LOGO_BOOT1080P.BMP) to the root directory of a USB memory stick. The new logo graphic file should be 8-bit .BMP format with a resolution of 3840×2160.
· Select Yes.
· Insert the USB memory stick into the PROG USB port on the rear panel.
The 1080p logo stored in the memory stick uploads automatically.
To upload a User VGA boot graphic via USB:
· Copy the desired Logo file (LOGO_BOOTVGA.BMP) to the root directory of a USB memory stick. The new logo graphic file should be 8-bit .BMP format with a resolution of 640×480.
· Select Yes.
· Insert the USB memory stick into the PROG USB port on the rear panel.
The VGA logo stored in the memory stick uploads automatically.

Options Yes, No (default)
Yes, No (default)

Logo Settings are configured.

Setting Ethernet Parameters

MV-4X enables defining the Ethernet parameters via the MENU buttons.

When MV-4X is in Static IP mode, the IP address, netmask and gateway addresses may be manually set, and changes occur immediately.
When MV-4X is set to DHCP mode, the unit’s current IP configuration and the unit’s MAC address is displayed under Link Status.

To set the Ethernet parameters:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click Ethernet and define Ethernet parameters according to the information in the following table:

Menu Item IP Mode
IP Address (Static Mode) Subnet Mask (Static Mode) Gateway (Static Mode)

Action
Set the device Ethernet settings to Static or DHCP. Set the IP address. Set the subnet mask. Set the gateway.

Options DHCP, Static (default)
x.x.x.x (192.168.1.39 default) x.x.x.x (255.255.0.0 default) x.x.x.x (192.168.0.1 default]

Network parameters are defined.

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Setting the Preset Parameters

MV-4X enables storing and recalling up to 4 presets via the OSD or the embedded web pages (see Saving Presets on page 31 and Configuring/Recalling a Preset on page 39).

Presets include the window position, routing state, window source, window layer, aspect ratio, border and border color, rotation state and window state (enabled or disabled).

To store/recall a preset:

1. Set the device to the desired configuration.

2. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

3. Click Preset and perform the following actions according to the information in the following table:

Menu Item Save Recall

Action Select a preset and Press Enter. Select a Preset and Press Enter.

Options Preset1 (default), Preset2, Preset3, Preset4 Preset1 (default), Preset2, Preset3, Preset4

Presets are stored/recalled.
Configuring the Setup

To configure the Setup:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click Setup and define the settings according to the information in the following table:

Menu Item Auto Sync Off
Firmware Update
User EDID Reset Factory Reset User Boot Logo Clear AS OUT A/B
HDR On/Of

Function
Set the amount of time to continue outputting sync with a black screen if there are no live sources and no operations executed on the device.
To upgrade the firmware via USB:
· Copy new firmware file (*.BIN) to the root directory of a USB memory stick.
· Select Yes.
· Insert the USB memory stick into the PROG USB port on the rear panel.
The new firmware uploads automatically.
Select Yes to reset the device User EDIDs to their factory default states.
Select Yes to reset the device to its factory default parameters.
Select Yes to remove all user uploaded boot graphics.
Set auto switching status for output A/B: Select Off for manual switching. Select Auto Scan to switch a valid input when no signal is found on the selected input. Select Last Connected to automatically switch to the last connected input and revert to the previously selected input after that input is lost.
Set HDR to On or Off

Options Off (default), Fast, Slow, Immediate Yes, No (default)
Yes, No (default) Yes, No (default) Yes, No (default) Off (default), Auto Scan, Last Connected
On, Off (default)

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Menu Item Key Lock
Output A Mode Output B Mode

Function
Define which buttons are disabled when pressing the PANEL LOCK button on the front panel. When selecting Save modes, the front panel remains locked after power up of the device.
Set the HDMI output format.
Set the HDBT output format.

Options All, Menu Only, All & Save, Menu Only & Save
HDMI (default), DVI HDMI (default), DVId

Setup configuration is complete
Viewing the Information

Shows the currently detected details for all inputs and both outputs as well as listing the status of a few critical system settings and applicable firmware versions.

To view the Information:

1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.

2. Click Information and view the information in the following table:

Menu Item IN 1~4 Source Resolution Output Resolution Video Mode Sink A~B Native Resolution Firmware Lifetime

View Current Input Resolutions. Current Output Resolutions. Current Mode. Native resolution as reported by EDID. Current Firmware Version. Current machine lifetime in hours.

Information is viewed.

Operating via Ethernet
You can connect to MV-4X via Ethernet using either of the following methods: · Directly to the PC using a crossover cable (see Connecting Ethernet Port Directly to a PC on page 21). · Via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable (see Connecting Ethernet Port via a Network Hub on page 24).
Note: If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6, speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions.
Connecting Ethernet Port Directly to a PC
You can connect the Ethernet port of MV-4X directly to the Ethernet port on your PC using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identifying MV-4X with the factory configured default IP address.

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After connecting MV-4X to the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows: 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Change Adapter Settings. 3. Highlight the network adapter you want to use to connect to the device and click Change settings of this connection. The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network adapter appears as shown in Figure 6.

Figure 6: Local Area Connection Properties Window
4. Highlight either Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) or Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) depending on the requirements of your IT system.
5. Click Properties. The Internet Protocol Properties window relevant to your IT system appears as shown in Figure 7 or Figure 8.

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Figure 8: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window
6. Select Use the following IP Address for static IP addressing and fill in the details as shown in Figure 9. For TCP/IPv4 you can use any IP address in the range 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.255 (excluding 192.168.1.39) that is provided by your IT department.

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7. Click OK. 8. Click Close.

Figure 9: Internet Protocol Properties Window

Connecting Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch

You can connect the Ethernet port of MV-4X to the Ethernet port on a network hub or using a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors.

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Using Embedded Web Pages

MV-4X enables you to configure settings via Ethernet using built-in, user- friendly web pages. The Web pages are accessed using a Web browser and an Ethernet connection.
You can also configure MV-4X via Protocol 3000 commands (see Protocol 3000 Commands on page 60).

Before attempting to connect: · Perform the procedure in (see Operating via Ethernet on page 21). · Ensure that your browser is supported.

The following operating systems and Web browsers are supported: Operating Systems Browser

Windows 7
Windows 10
Mac iOS Android

Firefox Chrome Safari Edge Firefox Chrome Safari Safari N/A

If a web page does not update correctly, clear your Web browser’s cache.

To access the web pages: 1. Enter the IP address of the device in the address bar of your internet browser (default = 192.168.1.39). If security is enabled, the Login window appears.

Figure 10: Embedded Web Pages Login Window

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2. Enter the Username (default = admin) and Password (default = admin) and click Sign in. The default web page appears. On the webpage top right-hand side, you can press: , to access stand-by mode. , to set web page security. , to enlarge web page view to full page.

Figure 11: AV Settings Page
3. Click the Navigation Pane on the left side of the screen to access the relevant web page.
MV-4X web pages enable performing the following actions: · General Operation Settings on page 27. · Defining the Matrix Mode Parameters on page 31. · Defining the Multi-View Parameters on page 34. · Defining the Auto-Layout Parameters on page 40. · Managing EDID on page 41. · Defining General Settings on page 44. · Defining Interface Settings on page 46. · Defining MV-4X User Access on page 47. · Defining Advanced Settings on page 48. · Defining OSD Settings on page 51. · Configuring a Logo on page 52. · Viewing the About Page on page 54.

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General Operation Settings
MV-4X operation modes can be defined via the embedded web pages. In the AV Settings page, the upper section is visible and provides control over the device operational modes, source selection, and output resolution.
MV-4X enables performing the following actions: · Setting the Active Operation Mode on page 27. · Adjusting Input Parameters on page 28. · Adjusting Output Parameters on page 30. · Saving Presets on page 31.
Setting the Active Operation Mode
Set the different operation mode parameters via the tabs in the AV Settings page, as described in the following sections.
Once defined, use the Active Mode drop-down box on the top right to select the operation mode to output to the acceptors.

Figure 12:Selecting the Active Mode

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Adjusting Input Parameters
For each operation mode you can adjust the input settings. Not all parameters are available for each operation mode. To adjust input parameters:
1. Click AV on the Navigation List. The AV Settings page appears (see Figure 11). 2. Click Inputs tab.

Figure 13: AV Settings ­ Inputs Tab
3. For each input you can perform the following: Change the input name. Set HDCP on each input on (green) or off (gray). Set the aspect ratio for each input. Mirror the image horizontally (green). Apply a Border to the image (green). Set the Border color of the image from the drop-down box. Rotate each input image independently by 90, 180 or 270 degrees.

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To rotate the image, Aspect Ratio should be set to Full, and Mirror and Border features set to off. For 4K output resolutions only input 1 can be rotated. If required, reset the settings to their default values. 4. For each input the sliders for each input to adjust the: Brightness Contrast Saturation Hue Sharpness H/V
If you need to make identical adjustments for all the inputs, check Apply adjustments to all inputs and adjust the video parameters on that input only. These parameters then apply to the other inputs.
If required, reset adjustments to default settings.
Inputs are adjusted.

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Adjusting Output Parameters
For each operation mode you can adjust the output settings. Not all parameters are available for each operation mode. To adjust output parameters:
1. Click AV on the Navigation List. The AV Settings page appears (see Figure 11). 2. Click Outputs tab.

Figure 14: AV Settings ­ Outputs Tab
3. For each output: Change the label name. Set HDCP to Follow Input or Follow Output.
4. Select the audio source for each output: HDMI 1 to 4: use the audio from the selected input. WINDOW 1 to 4: use audio from the source that is currently displayed in the specified window.
5. Mute/unmute each output. 6. Select the auto switching mode (Off-Manual, Auto Scan or Last Connected). 7. Select audio source from HDMI or DVI (analog audio source). 8. Select the output resolution from the drop-down list.

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9. Set the analog audio output source (Output A or Output B). 10. Adjust the audio output volume, or mute audio.
Outputs are adjusted.
Saving Presets
You can store up to 4 configuration presets. Presets can be recalled via the Multi-view tab (see Defining the Multi-View Parameters on page 34).
Presets include the window position, routing state, window source, window layer, aspect ratio, border and border color, rotation state and window state (enabled or disabled).
To store a preset: 1. In the Navigation List, click AV Settings. The AV Settings page appears (see Figure 16). 2. From the top menu bar, select Matrix. The Matrix page appears and the gray indication to the right of the Matrix mode turns green. 3. Configure the operation mode settings. 4. From the Save to drop-down box, select a Preset. 5. Click SAVE. A preset is saved.

Defining the Matrix Mode Parameters
MV-4X enables Configuring the Matrix Mode parameters and then switching inputs via seamless video cuts.
To set the inputs and outputs in the matrix mode see: · Adjusting Input Parameters on page 28. · Adjusting Output Parameters on page 30. When HDR10 is used, some limitations may occur.

MV-4X enables performing the following actions in the Matrix mode: · Switching an input to an output on page 31. · Defining Switching Fade In and Out Settings on page 32. · Setting Chroma Key Parameters on page 33.
Once defined, you can set the Matrix mode to the active mode.
Switching an input to an output
A green indication light next to an input or output indicates that an active signal is present on these ports.

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To switch inputs to the outputs: 1. In the Navigation List, click AV Settings. The AV Settings page appears (see Figure 16). 2. From the top menu bar, select Matrix. The Matrix page appears and the gray indication to the right of the Matrix mode turns green. 3. Select an input-output cross-point (for example, between HDMI 1 and OUT B, and HDMI 4 and OUT A).

Figure 15: Matrix Page
Inputs are switched to the outputs.
Defining Switching Fade In and Out Settings
To define switching fade in/out: 1. In the Navigation List, click AV Settings. The AV Settings page appears. 2. From the top menu bar, select Matrix. The Matrix page appears and the gray indication to the right of the Matrix mode turns green.

Figure 16: AV Settings Page ­ Matrix Mode Settings
3. Enable input Fade in & Out, using the slider on the side.

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If enabled, set the Fade Speed. If Fade In & Out is enabled, Chroma Key is disabled and vice versa.
Fade In and Out time is defined.
Setting Chroma Key Parameters
MV-4X enables you to control the chroma key functions of the unit. Several pre-designed standard key ranges are provided as well as slots to save up to 4 user-created key ranges. Keying values and ranges are set using the full RGB color space (0~255). Define chroma key settings via the Matrix mode tab.
When Chroma Key is active, both outputs will show the same video.
To set Chroma Key Parameters: 1. In the Navigation List, click AV Settings. The AV Settings page appears (see Figure 11). 2. From the top menu bar, select Matrix. The Matrix page appears and the gray indication to the right of the Matrix mode turns green.

Figure 17: AV Settings Page ­ Matrix Mode Settings
3. Enable Chroma Key by using the Display slider. 4. Set Color Selection from the drop-down box.
If User (1 to 4) is selected, set the Red, Green and Blue manually.
If Chroma Key is enabled, Fade In & Out and Switching is disabled and vice versa.
5. Perform any of the following actions: Click TEST to check the Chroma Key settings on the display. If required, click REVERT to revert settings to their default values. Click SAVE when results are satisfactory.
Chroma Key is set.

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Defining the Multi-View Parameters
The Multi-View mode includes the Quad mode, PoP and PiP modes and offers 4 predefined, multi-viewer preset modes.
MV-4X enables performing the following actions: · Configuring Quad Operation Mode on page 34. · Configuring PoP Operation Mode on page 36. · Configuring PiP Operation Mode on page 37. · Configuring/Recalling a Preset on page 39.
Configuring Quad Operation Mode
In the Quad mode, 4 windows are displayed on each output. For each window select the video source and set window parameters.
To set the inputs and outputs in the Quad mode see: · Adjusting Input Parameters on page 28. · Adjusting Output Parameters on page 30.
To configure a Quad mode window: 1. In the Navigation List, click AV Settings. The Matrix tab in the AV Settings page appears (see Figure 16). 2. From the top menu bar, select Multi View. 3. Select the Quad mode. The Quad mode view appears and the gray indication to the right of the Multi View mode turns green.

Figure 18: Multi View Tab ­ Quad Mode

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4. For each window you can: Set Display slider to enable the display of the selected window. Select the video source. Set Priority (Layer) from the drop- down box (1 to 4, where 1 is the top layer).
You can set only 1 window per layer. For example, if window 1 is set to layer 4, the window that was previously set to layer 4 jumps a layer.
Next to Size, define the size of the window and then click . Set the position of the window by entering its exact location (H and V), by aligning it
to a display side and clicking , or by simply clicking and dragging a window.

Figure 19: Quad Mode ­ Setting the Position of a Window
Mirror the image horizontally using the Mirror slider. Enable a border around the window using the Border slider. Select the Border Color from the drop-down box.
5. If required, click RESET TO DEFAULT to reset the changes made to the window to their default parameters.
The window in the Quad mode is configured.

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Configuring PoP Operation Mode
In the PoP mode, 4 windows are displayed on each output: one large window to the left and 3 smaller windows to the right. For each window select the video source and set window parameters.
To set the inputs and outputs in the PoP mode see: · Adjusting Input Parameters on page 28. · Adjusting Output Parameters on page 30.
To configure a PoP mode window: 1. In the Navigation List, click AV Settings. The Matrix tab in the AV Settings page appears (see Figure 16). 2. From the top menu bar, select Multi View. 3. Select the PoP mode. The PoP mode view appears and the gray indication to the right of the Multi View mode turns green.

Figure 20: Multi View Tab ­ PoP Mode
4. For each window you can: Set Display slider to enable the display of the selected window. Select the video source. Set Priority (Layer) from the drop- down box (1 to 4, where 1 is the top layer). Next to Size, define the size of the window and then click .

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Set the position of the window by entering its exact location (H and V), by aligning it to a display side and clicking , or by simply clicking and dragging a window.

Figure 21: PoP Mode ­ Setting the Position of a Window
Mirror the image horizontally using the Mirror slider. Enable a border around the window using the Border slider. Select the Border Color from the drop-down box. 5. If required, click RESET TO DEFAULT to reset the changes made to a selected window to their default parameters. The window in the PoP mode is configured.
Configuring PiP Operation Mode
In the PiP mode, up to 4 windows are displayed on each output: one window in the background and up to 3 smaller windows to the right. For each window select the video source and set window parameters.
To set the inputs and outputs in the PiP mode see: · Adjusting Input Parameters on page 28. · Adjusting Output Parameters on page 30.
To configure a PiP mode window: 1. In the Navigation List, click AV Settings. The Matrix tab in the AV Settings page appears (see Figure 16). 2. From the top menu bar, select Multi View.

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3. Select the PiP mode. The PiP mode view appears and the gray indication to the right of the Multi View mode turns green.

Figure 22: Multi View Tab ­ PiP Mode
4. For each window you can: Set Display slider to enable the display of the selected window. Select the video source. Set Priority (Layer) from the drop- down box (1 to 4, where 1 is the top layer). Next to Size, define the size of the window and then click . Set the position of the window by entering its exact location (H and V), by aligning it to a display side and clicking , or by simply clicking and dragging a window.

Figure 23: PP Mode ­ Setting the Position of a Window
Mirror the image horizontally using the Mirror slider.

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Enable a border around the window using the Border slider. Select the Border Color from the drop-down box. 5. If required, click RESET TO DEFAULT to reset the changes made to a selected window to their default parameters. The window in the PiP mode is configured.
Configuring/Recalling a Preset
MV-4X enables storing up to 4 preset operation modes. By default, the preset is set to quad mode. For each window select the video source and set the window parameters.
In the following example, in Preset 1 the windows are configured in a stacked mode.
Presets include the window position, routing state, window source, window layer, aspect ratio, border and border color, rotation state and window state (enabled or disabled).
To set the inputs and outputs see: · Adjusting Input Parameters on page 28. · Adjusting Output Parameters on page 30.
To configure a preset mode window: 1. In the Navigation List, click AV Settings. The Matrix tab in the AV Settings page appears (see Figure 16). 2. From the top menu bar, select Multi View. 3. Select the Preset mode (1 to 4). The Preset mode view appears and the gray indication to the right of the Multi View mode turns green.

Figure 24: Multi View Tab ­ Preset Mode

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4. For each window you can: Set Display slider to enable the display of the selected window. Select the video source. Set Priority (Layer) from the drop- down box (1 to 4, where 1 is the top layer). in this example, Window 4 is set to Priority 1. Next to Size, define the size of the window and then click . Set the position of the window by entering its exact location (H and V), by aligning it to a display side and clicking , or by simply clicking and dragging a window.

Figure 25: Preset Mode ­ Setting the Position of a Window (for example, Stacking the Windows)
Mirror the image horizontally using the Mirror slider. Enable a border around the window using the Border slider. Select the Border Color from the drop-down box.
5. If required, click RESET TO DEFAULT to reset the changes made to a selected window to their default parameters.
The window in the Preset mode is configured.

Defining the Auto-Layout Parameters

In the Auto Layout operation mode, MV-4X automatically sets the operation mode depending on the number of currently active signals. For example, in the Auto Layout mode, if 2 active inputs are present, you can set the preferred layout for 2 inputs (Side by Side (default), PoP or PiP), if a third input is connected and active, the auto layout will then be set to Pop Side or PoP bottom (depending on your selection).
In Auto Layout, window settings are disabled.
The Auto Layout operation mode becomes active automatically and the defined layout is viewed immediately when the number of the of active sources changes.

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To set the inputs and outputs mode see: · Adjusting Input Parameters on page 28. · Adjusting Output Parameters on page 30.
To configure the auto layout: 1. In the Navigation List, click AV Settings. The Matrix tab in the AV Settings page appears (see Figure 16). 2. From the top menu bar, select Auto Layout. in the following example, 2 inputs are active, therefore the Single Input and 2 Inputs operation modes are available.

Figure 26: Multi View Tab ­ Auto Layout Mode
Auto Layout modes are defined.
Managing EDID
MV-4X provides the option of four default EDIDs, two sink sourced EDIDs and four user uploaded EDIDs that can be assigned to all inputs at the same time, or to each input independently.
When a new EDID is read to an input, you may view a brief blink on the output.

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To manage EDID: 1. Click EDID on the Navigation List. The EDID page appears.

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Figure 27: EDID Management Page
2. Under STEP 1: SELECT SOURCE, click the required EDID source from the default EDID options, the outputs, or select one of the User uploaded EDID configuration files (for example, the default EDID file).

Figure 28: Selecting the EDID Source

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3. Under STEP 2: SELECT DESTINATIONS, click the input/s to copy the selected EDID to. The Copy button is enabled.

Figure 29: Selecting EDID Input Destinations
4. Click COPY. After EDID is copied, a success message appears.

Figure 30: EDID Warning
EDID is copied to the selected input/s.
Uploading a User EDID file
User EDID files are uploaded from your PC.
To upload a User EDID: 1. Click EDID on the Navigation List. The EDID page appears. 2. Click to open the EDID file selection window. 3. Select the EDID file (*.bin file) from your PC. 4. Click Open. The EDID file is uploaded to the User. In some cases, an uploaded EDID may cause compatibility issues with certain sources. If this happens, we recommended that you copy a default EDID to the input.

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Defining General Settings
MV-4X enables performing the following actions via the General Settings tab: · Changing Device Name on page 44. · Upgrading Firmware on page 45. · Restarting and Resetting the Device on page 45.
Changing Device Name
You can change the MV-4X name. To change the device name:
1. In the Navigation Pane, click Device Settings. The General tab in the Device Settings page appears.

Figure 31: MV-4X Device Settings ­ General
2. Next to Device Name, enter the new device name (Max. 14 characters). 3. Click SAVE. Device name is changed.

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Upgrading Firmware
To update firmware: 1. In the navigation bar, click the Device Settings tab. The Device General Settings page appears (Figure 31). 2. Click UPGRADE. A file browser appears. 3. Open the relevant firmware file. The firmware uploads to the device.
Restarting and Resetting the Device
Use the embedded web pages to restart the device and/or reset it to its default parameters. To restart/reset the device:
1. In the navigation bar, click the Device Settings tab. The Device General Settings page appears (Figure 31).
2. Click RESTART/RESET.
Figure 32: Restart/Reset the Device
3. Click OK. The device restarts/resets.

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Defining Interface Settings
Define the Ethernet port interface settings. To define interface settings:
1. In the Navigation pane, Select Device Settings. The General tab in the Device Settings page appears (see Figure 31).
2. Select the Network tab. The Network tab appears.

Figure 33: Device Settings ­ Network Tab
3. Set the Media port Stream service parameters: DHCP mode ­ Set DHCP to Off (default) or On. IP Address ­ When DHCP mode is set to Off, the device uses a static IP address. This requires entering mask and gateway addresses. Mask Address ­ Enter subnet mask. Gateway address ­ Enter the gateway address.
4. Define TCP (default, 5000) and UDP (default, 50000) ports.
Interface settings are defined.

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Defining MV-4X User Access
The Security tab enables activating device security and defining logon authentication details. When device security is on, web page access requires authentication upon initial landing on operation page. The default password is admin. By default, security is disabled. Enabling User Access
To enable security: 1. In the Navigation pane, click Device Settings. The General tab in the Device Settings page appears (see Figure 31). 2. Select Security tab.

Figure 34: Device Settings ­ Users Tab
3. Click On next to Security Status to enable web page authentication (Off by default).

4. Click SAVE.

Figure 35: Security Tab ­ Security On

Security is enabled and access requires authentication.

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Disabling User Access
To enable security: 1. In the Navigation pane, click Device Settings. The General tab in the Device Settings page appears (see Figure 31). 2. Select Users tab (see Figure 34). 3. Click Off next to Security Status to enable web page authentication.

Security is disabled. Changing the Password

Figure 36: Device Settings ­ Disabling Security

To change the password: 1. In the Navigation pane, click Device Settings. The General tab in the Device Settings page appears (see Figure 31). 2. Select Users tab (see Figure 34). 3. Next to Current Password, enter the current password. 4. Click CHANGE. 5. Next to New Password, enter the new password. 6. Next to Confirm Password, enter the new password again. 7. Click SAVE. Password has changed.

Defining Advanced Settings
This section describes the following actions: · Defining Auto Sync Mode on page 49. · Enabling HDR on page 50. · View System Status on page 50.

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Defining Auto Sync Mode
Define auto sync off when signal is lost (also set via the OSD menu, see Configuring the Setup on page 20). To define auto sync off:
1. In the Navigation pane, click Advanced. The Advanced page appears.

Figure 37: Advanced Page
2. In the Auto Sync Off drop-down box, select the sync mode (Off, Slow, Fast or Immediate).
Auto Sync Off mode is set.

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Enabling HDR
For a more detailed image and better colors on the display, you can enable HDR display.
To enable HDR display: 1. In the Navigation pane, click Advanced. The Advanced page appears. 2. Set HDR display to enable. HDR is enabled.
View System Status
System Status shows the device hardware status. If hardware failure occurs or any of the parameters exceed their limits, system status indicates the problem.
To view system status: 1. In the Navigation pane, click Advanced. The Advanced page appears. 2. In System Status area, view temperature indicators. System status is viewed.

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Defining OSD Settings
Set the OSD display parameters such as position, transparency and so on. To define the OSD menu:
1. In the Navigation pane, click OSD Settings. The General tab in the OSD Settings page appears.

Figure 38: OSD Settings Page
2. Define the following parameters: Set menu position (Top Left, Top Right, Bottom Right or Bottom Left). Set menu timeout or set to Off for no timeout. Set menu transparency (10 is fully transparent). Select the menu background color to Black, Gray or Cyan. Define information display status to On or off, or after a setting change (Info). Select menu text color to White, Magenta or Yellow.
OSD menu parameters are defined.

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Configuring a Logo
MV-4X enables control over the user uploaded logo graphic. Controls include positioning and uploading a new logo directly from the embedded webpages and an option to reset the logo to a built in default image that can be used for testing.
MV-4X enables the following actions: · Defining Logo Settings on page 52. · Defining Boot Logo Settings on page 53.
Defining Logo Settings
The OSD logo that appears in the OSD can be uploaded by the user instead of the default OSD logo.
To define OSD logo settings: 1. In the Navigation pane, click OSD Settings. The General tab in the OSD Settings page appears. 2. Select the Logo tab. The Logo tab appears.

Figure 39: Configuring the Logo

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3. Define the OSD Logo parameters: Display ­ Enable displaying the logo graphic or disable. Position X/Y ­ Set the horizontal and vertical upper left corner position of the logo (the value is relative to the output resolution). Update the Logo ­ Click BROWSE to open and select the new logo file and click Open. Click UPDATE to upload the new logo from your PC. The logo file should be 8-bit .bmp format, 960×540 max resolution.
The upload process can take a few minutes, depending on the logo file size. The device automatically reboots when upload is complete.
Click RESET to remove the current logo and upload the default test image.
This reset process can take a few minutes. The device automatically reboots when reset is complete.
OSD logo is defined.
Defining Boot Logo Settings
The boot logo that appears on the display while the device is booting up can be uploaded by the user instead of the default boot logo.
To define boot logo settings:
1. In the Navigation pane, click OSD Settings. The General tab in the OSD Settings page appears.
2. Select the Logo tab. The Logo tab appears.
3. Define the Boot Logo parameters: Display ­ Enable displaying the logo graphic or disable. Boot 4K Source ­ When the output resolution is set to 4K or above, select Default to display the default graphic image upon booting, or select User to upload a graphic. User 4K Update ­ when User is selected, upload a 4K boot graphic, click BROWSE to open and select the new logo file and click Open. Click UPDATE to upload the new logo from your PC. The logo file should be 8-bit .BMP format, 3840×2160 resolution. Boot 1080P Source ­ When the output resolution is set between 1080P and VGA, select Default to display the default graphic image upon booting, or select User to upload a graphic. User 1080P Update ­ when User is selected, upload a 1080P boot graphic, click BROWSE to open and select the new logo file and click Open. Click UPDATE to upload the new logo from your PC. The logo file should be 8-bit *.BMP format, 1920×1080 resolution. Boot VGA Source ­ When the output resolution is set to VGA or less, select Default to display the default the default graphic image upon booting, or select User to upload a graphic.

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User VGA Update ­ when User is selected, upload a VGA boot graphic, click BROWSE to open and select the new logo file and click Open. Click UPDATE to upload the new logo from your PC. The logo file should be 8-bit *.BMP format, 640×480 resolution.
Click RESET to remove the current boot logo. Boot logos are defined.
Viewing the About Page
View the firmware version and Kramer Electronics Ltd details in the About page.

Figure 40: About Page

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Technical Specifications

Inputs

4 HDMI

On a female HDMI connector

Outputs

1 HDMI

On a female HDMI connector

1 HDBT

On an RJ-45 connector

1 Balanced Stereo Audio

On a 5-pin terminal block

Ports

1 IR IN

On an RCA connector for IR tunneling

1 IR OUT

On an RCA connector for IR tunneling

1 RS-232

On a 3-pin terminal block for RS-232 tunneling

1 RS-232

On a 3-pin terminal block for device control

Ethernet

On an RJ-45 port

1 USB

On a type A USB port

Video

Max Bandwidth

18Gbps (6Gbps per graphic channel)

Max Resolution

HDM: I4K@60Hz (4:4:4) HDBaseT: 4K60 4:2:0

Compliance

HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.3

Controls

Front Panel

Input, output and window buttons, operation mode buttons, menu buttons, resolution reset and panel lock buttons

Indication LEDs

Front Panel

Output and window indication LEDs

Analog Audio

Max Vrms Level

15dBu

Impedance

500

Frequency Response

20Hz – 20kHz @ +/-0.3dB

S/N Ratio

-88dB, 20Hz – 20kHz, at unity gain (unweighted)

THD + Noise

<0.003%, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, at unity gain

Power

Consumption

12V DC, 1.9A

Source

12V DC, 5A

Environmental Conditions

Operating Temperature Storage Temperature

0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)

Humidity

10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Environmental

CE, FCC RoHs, WEEE

Enclosure

Size

Half 19″ 1U

Type

Aluminum

Cooling

Convection Ventilation

General

Net Dimensions (W, D, H)

21.3cm x 23.4cm x 4cm (8.4″ x 9.2″ x 1.6″)

Shipping Dimensions (W, D, H) 39.4cm x 29.6cm x 9.1cm (15.5″ x 11.6″ x 3.6″)

Net Weight

1.29kg (2.8lbs)

Shipping Weight

1.84kg (4lbs) approx.

Accessories

Included

Power cord and adapter

Specifications are subject to change without notice at www.kramerav.com

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Default Communication Parameters

RS-232

Baud Rate:

115,200

Data Bits:

8

Stop Bits:

1

Parity:

None

Command Format:

ASCII

Example (rotate window 1 by 180 degrees):

ROTATE1,1,3

Ethernet

To reset the IP settings to the factory reset values go to: Menu->Setup -> Factory Reset-> press Enter to confirm

IP Address:

192.168.1.39

Subnet mask:

255.255.255.0

Default gateway:

192.168.1.254

TCP Port #:

5000

UDP Port #:

50000

Default username:

admin

Default password:

admin

Full Factory Reset

OSD

Go to: Menu-> Setup -> Factory Reset -> press Enter to confirm

Front panel buttons

Default EDID
Monitor Model name…………… MV-4X Manufacturer…………. KMR Plug and Play ID……… KMR060D Serial number………… 49 Manufacture date……… 2018, ISO week 6 Filter driver………… None ————————EDID revision………… 1.3 Input signal type…….. Digital Color bit depth………. Undefined Display type…………. Monochrome/grayscale Screen size………….. 310 x 170 mm (13.9 in) Power management……… Standby, Suspend Extension blocs………. 1 (CEA/CTA-EXT) ————————DDC/CI………………. Not supported
Color characteristics Default color space…… Non-sRGB Display gamma………… 2.40 Red chromaticity……… Rx 0.611 – Ry 0.329 Green chromaticity……. Gx 0.313 – Gy 0.559 Blue chromaticity…….. Bx 0.148 – By 0.131 White point (default)…. Wx 0.320 – Wy 0.336 Additional descriptors… None
Timing characteristics Horizontal scan range…. 15-136kHz Vertical scan range…… 23-61Hz Video bandwidth………. 600MHz CVT standard…………. Not supported GTF standard…………. Not supported Additional descriptors… None Preferred timing……… Yes Native/preferred timing.. 3840x2160p at 60Hz (16:9) Modeline…………… “3840×2160” 594.000 3840 4016 4104 4400 2160 2168 2178 2250 +hsync +vsync Detailed timing #1……. 1920x1080p at 60Hz (16:9) Modeline…………… “1920×1080” 148.500 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1089 1125 +hsync +vsync

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Standard timings supported 640 x 480p at 60Hz – IBM VGA 640 x 480p at 72Hz – VESA 640 x 480p at 75Hz – VESA 800 x 600p at 56Hz – VESA 800 x 600p at 60Hz – VESA 800 x 600p at 72Hz – VESA 800 x 600p at 75Hz – VESA 1024 x 768p at 60Hz – VESA 1024 x 768p at 70Hz – VESA 1024 x 768p at 75Hz – VESA 1280 x 1024p at 75Hz – VESA 1600 x 1200p at 60Hz – VESA STD 1280 x 1024p at 60Hz – VESA STD 1400 x 1050p at 60Hz – VESA STD 1920 x 1080p at 60Hz – VESA STD 640 x 480p at 85Hz – VESA STD 800 x 600p at 85Hz – VESA STD 1024 x 768p at 85Hz – VESA STD 1280 x 1024p at 85Hz – VESA STD
EIA/CEA/CTA-861 Information Revision number………. 3 IT underscan…………. Supported Basic audio………….. Supported YCbCr 4:4:4………….. Supported YCbCr 4:2:2………….. Supported Native formats……….. 0 Detailed timing #1……. 1440x900p at 60Hz (16:10) Modeline…………… “1440×900” 106.500 1440 1520 1672 1904 900 903 909 934 -hsync +vsync Detailed timing #2……. 1366x768p at 60Hz (16:9) Modeline…………… “1366×768” 85.500 1366 1436 1579 1792 768 771 774 798 +hsync +vsync Detailed timing #3……. 1920x1200p at 60Hz (16:10) Modeline…………… “1920×1200” 154.000 1920 1968 2000 2080 1200 1203 1209 1235 +hsync -vsync
CE video identifiers (VICs) – timing/formats supported 1920 x 1080p at 60Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1920 x 1080p at 50Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1280 x 720p at 60Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1280 x 720p at 50Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1920 x 1080i at 60Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1920 x 1080i at 50Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 720 x 480p at 60Hz – EDTV (4:3, 8:9) 720 x 576p at 50Hz – EDTV (4:3, 16:15) 720 x 480i at 60Hz – Doublescan (4:3, 8:9) 720 x 576i at 50Hz – Doublescan (4:3, 16:15) 1920 x 1080p at 30Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1920 x 1080p at 25Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1920 x 1080p at 24Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1920 x 1080p at 24Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1920 x 1080p at 24Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1920 x 1080p at 24Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1920 x 1080p at 24Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) 1920 x 1080p at 24Hz – HDTV (16:9, 1:1) NB: NTSC refresh rate = (Hz*1000)/1001
CE audio data (formats supported) LPCM 2-channel, 16/20/24 bit depths at 32/44/48 kHz
CE speaker allocation data Channel configuration…. 2.0 Front left/right……… Yes Front LFE……………. No Front center…………. No Rear left/right………. No Rear center………….. No Front left/right center.. No Rear left/right center… No Rear LFE…………….. No
CE vendor specific data (VSDB) IEEE registration number. 0x000C03 CEC physical address….. 1.0.0.0 Supports AI (ACP, ISRC).. No Supports 48bpp……….. Yes Supports 36bpp……….. Yes Supports 30bpp……….. Yes Supports YCbCr 4:4:4….. Yes Supports dual-link DVI… No Maximum TMDS clock……. 300MHz Audio/video latency (p).. n/a Audio/video latency (i).. n/a
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HDMI video capabilities.. Yes EDID screen size……… No additional info 3D formats supported….. Not supported Data payload…………. 030C001000783C20008001020304
CE vendor specific data (VSDB) IEEE registration number. 0xC45DD8 CEC physical address….. 0.1.7.8 Supports AI (ACP, ISRC).. Yes Supports 48bpp……….. No Supports 36bpp……….. No Supports 30bpp……….. No Supports YCbCr 4:4:4….. No Supports dual-link DVI… No Maximum TMDS clock……. 35MHz
YCbCr 4:2:0 capability map data Data payload…………. 0F000003
Report information Date generated……….. 16/06/2022 Software revision…….. 2.91.0.1043 Data source………….. Real-time 0x0041 Operating system……… 10.0.19042.2
Raw data 00,FF,FF,FF,FF,FF,FF,00,2D,B2,0D,06,31,00,00,00,06,1C,01,03,80,1F,11,8C,C2,90,20,9C,54,50,8F,26, 21,52,56,2F,CF,00,A9,40,81,80,90,40,D1,C0,31,59,45,59,61,59,81,99,08,E8,00,30,F2,70,5A,80,B0,58, 8A,00,BA,88,21,00,00,1E,02,3A,80,18,71,38,2D,40,58,2C,45,00,BA,88,21,00,00,1E,00,00,00,FC,00,4D, 56,2D,34,58,0A,20,20,20,20,20,20,20,00,00,00,FD,00,17,3D,0F,88,3C,00,0A,20,20,20,20,20,20,01,38, 02,03,3B,F0,52,10,1F,04,13,05,14,02,11,06,15,22,21,20,5D,5E,5F,60,61,23,09,07,07,83,01,00,00,6E, 03,0C,00,10,00,78,3C,20,00,80,01,02,03,04,67,D8,5D,C4,01,78,80,07,E4,0F,00,00,03,9A,29,A0,D0,51, 84,22,30,50,98,36,00,10,0A,00,00,00,1C,66,21,56,AA,51,00,1E,30,46,8F,33,00,10,09,00,00,00,1E,28, 3C,80,A0,70,B0,23,40,30,20,36,00,10,0A,00,00,00,1A,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,E0

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Protocol 3000
Kramer devices can be operated using Kramer Protocol 3000 commands sent via serial or Ethernet ports.

Understanding Protocol 3000

Protocol 3000 commands are a sequence of ASCII letters, structured according to the following.

· Command format:

Prefix Command Name Constant (Space) Parameter(s)

Suffix

Command

Parameter