KRAMER MV-4X Multiviewer 4×2 Seamless Matrix Switcher User Guide

: June 4, 2024
: Kramer

Table of Contents

Step 1: Check what’s in the box
Step 2: Get to know your MV-4X
Step 3: Mount MV-4X
Step 4: Connect inputs and outputs
Step 5: Connect power
Step 6: Operate MV-4X
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MV-4X Multiviewer 4×2 Seamless Matrix Switcher
User Guide

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This guide helps you install and use your MV-4X for the first time.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/MV-4X to download the latest user manual and check if firmware upgrades are available.

Step 1: Check what’s in the box

MV-4X 4 Window Multi-viewer/4×2 Seamless Matrix Switcher
4 Rubber feet
1 Power adapter and cord
1 Quick start guide

Step 2: Get to know your MV-4X

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#	Feature	Function
INPUT Selector Buttons (1 to 4)	Press to select an HDMI input (from 1 to

to switch to output.
2| OUTPUT (in Matrix Mode)| Selector Button| Press to select an output.
LEDs (A and B)| Light green when output A or B are selected.
OD| WINDOW (in Multiview Mode)| Selector Button| 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.
LEDs (1 to 4)| Light green when a window is selected.
4| MATRIX Button| Press to operate the system as a 4×2 matrix switcher.
5| QUAD Button| Press to display all four inputs on each of the outputs. Layouts are configured via the embedded web pages.
6| PIP Button| 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.
7| MENU Button| 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
CO| Navigation Buttons| | 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.
Enter| Press to accept changes and change the SETUP parameters.
9| RESET TO XGA/1080P Button| Press and hold for about 2 seconds to toggle the output resolution between XGA and 1080p, alternatively.
10| PANEL LOCK Button| To lock, press and hold the PANEL LOCK button for about 3 seconds.
To unlock, press and hold the PANEL LOCK and RESET TO buttons for about 3 seconds.

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#	Feature	Function
11	HDMI IN Connectors (1 to 4)	Connect to up to 4 HDMI sources.
12	AUDIO OUT 5-pin Terminal Block Connector	Connect to a balanced stereo

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Step 3: Mount MV-4X

Install MV-4X using one of the following methods:

Attach the rubber feet and place the unit on a flat surface.
Mount the unit in a rack using the recommended rack adapter (see www.kramerav.com/product/MV-4X).
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.
The maximum mounting height for the device is 2 meters.

Step 4: Connect inputs and outputs

Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your MV-4X.

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Connecting the audio output

To a balanced stereo audio acceptor:

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For HDBT cables, it is recommended that the cable ground shielding be connected/soldered to the connector shield.

EIA /TIA 568B

To achieve specified extension distances, use the recommended Kramer cables available at www.kramerav.com/product/MV-4X. Using third-party cables may cause damage!

Step 5: Connect power

Connect the power cord to MV-4X and plug it into the mains electricity.
Safety Instructions (See www.kramerav.com for updated safety information)
Caution:

For products with relay terminals and GPI\O 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.
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.

Step 6: Operate MV-4X

Operate Product via:

Front panel buttons.
Remotely, by RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or another serial controller.
Embedded web pages via the Ethernet.