BLUSTREAM HMXL44CS-KIT HD Base Receiver User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- BLUSTREAM
Table of Contents
BLUSTREAM HMXL44CS-KIT HD Base Receiver
Introduction
Our Essential 4×4 HDBaseT™ Matrix offers unprecedented performance and value
for the custom installation market. The HMXL44CS-KIT is a HDMI 2.0 4K 60Hz
4:4:4 HDCP 2.2 Matrix package utilising HDBaseT™ CSC technology to deliver
HDMI, bi-directional IR, RS-232
and PoC (Power over Cable) up to lengths of 70m over a single CAT cable. The
matrix also provides advanced features including simultaneous HDBaseT™ / HDMI
on output 1, video down conversion on HDBaseT™ output 1, audio breakout with
pre-amp variable line-level control, and a web browser interface module for
control and configuration of the matrix. The HMXL44CS-KIT is supplied with 4 x
HEX70CS-RX HDBaseT™ receivers.
FEATURES
- Advanced HDBaseT™ technology offering uncompressed video and audio with zero latency
- Advanced Colour Space Conversion (CSC) supports HDMI 2.0 18Gbps specification including HDR
- Features 4 x HDMI inputs which can be independently routed to 4 x HDBaseT™ outputs
- Output 1 features simultaneous HDMI and HDBaseT™ output
- Video down-conversion on HDBaseT™ output 1 allowing a display only capable of supporting lower video resolutions (4K 60Hz 4:2:0 or 1080p) to receive 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 video content while still showing maximum original 4K UHD resolution on the remaining video outputs
- Supports 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 UHD video up to 40m
- Extends HDMI 1080p video up to 70m
- HDMI re-clocking on the HEX70CS-RX HDBaseT™ receiver to help solve HDMI HDCP, compatibility and handshaking issues
- Supports all industry standard video resolutions including VGA-WUXGA and 480i-4K
- Supports all known HDMI audio formats including Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD Master Audio transmission
- HDMI audio breakout to associated analogue L/R audio outputs with pre-amp line level control
- Analogue audio input can be embedded onto any HDMI input
- Web interface module for control and configuration of matrix
- Supports bi-directional IR and RS-232 on all HDBaseT™ outputs
- Supplied with Blustream 5V IR receivers and emitters
- Control via front panel, IR, RS-232, TCP/IP, or iOS / Android App
- Supports PoC (Power over Cable) to power supplied Blustream HDBaseT™ receivers
- 1U design for 19” rack mount integration – mounting kit included
- Advanced EDID management
Panel Descriptions
Front Panel
- LCD Display – Shows the status of input / output selection, EDID etc
- IR Receiver Window
- 1 / 2 / Left / Up Selection Buttons – Press select input / output 1 or 2, or to change segment value
- Menu Button – Press to enter set-up menu
- Power button – Press to power on / off the matrix
- 3 / 4 / Right / Down Selection Buttons – Press select input / output 3 or 4, or to change segment value
- Enter Button – Press to select or confirm command / selection
- ESC – Press to quit EDID set mode
Rear Panel
- L/R In – 3.5mm Analogue audio input for embedding audio onto HDMI inputs
- IR Inputs 1 to 4 – 3.5mm stereo jack. Sends 5V IR out to corresponding HDBaseT™ zones
- IR Outputs 1 to 4 – 3.5mm mono jack. Routed IR 5V emitter outputs for discrete source control
- HDMI Output 1 – Output for HDMI display (linked to HDBaseT™ Output 1)
- RS-232 Pass-through Port (x4) – Sends RS-232 out to corresponding HDBaseT™ zones
- Coaxial Digital Audio Output (x4) – Extracted audio will be concurrent with the corresponding HDMI video output
- Variable L/R Line Level Analogue Audio Outputs (3.5mm stereo jack) (x4) – Extracted audio will be concurrent with the corresponding HDMI video output. Note: input must be PCM 2ch audio as Matrix does not down-mix 5.1ch audio signals
- TCP/IP (RJ45) – Connect to LAN for TCP/IP control of Matrix and Web GUI
- RS-232 Port – For control of the Matrix from PC or third party control processor
- EDID DIP Switch – Used for global EDID settings
- HDMI Inputs 1 to 4 – Connect HDMI sources
- HDBT Outputs 1 to 4 – Output for displays. Connect to HDBaseT™ Receiver
- IR CTRL Receiver Input – 3.5mm stereo jack. 5V input for connection of a remote IR sensor or control processor for remote IR control of the matrix
- Power Port – Use included 24V/3.5A DC adaptor to power the matrix switcher and HDBaseT™ receivers
Understanding The Matrix / Receiver Status Lights
The Blustream matrix and HDBaseT™ extender solutions include status LED
indicators on both the matrix and receiver products to show all connections
are active and to help diagnose possible problems.
Understanding The Status Lights
Blustream Matrix:
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The Yellow HDBaseT™ status link light will be off when the zone output has been turned off or there is a problem with the specific matrix output
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The Yellow HDBaseT™ status link light will blink when the zone output is on and working
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The Green HDBaseT™ link light will blink if there is an unstable connection between the Blustream matrix and HDBaseT™ receiver
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The Green HDBaseT™ link light will be lit when there is an active HDBaseT™ receiver connected to the matrix
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The Green HDBaseT™ link light will be off when there is no connection with a HDBaseT™ receiver
Blustream HDBaseT™ Receiver: -
The HDMI link light will be off when there is no connection with a display
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The HDMI link light will be on when there is an active connection with a display (Note: Not all HDBaseT™ RX feature a HDMI status LED)
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The HDBaseT™ link light will be off when there is no CAT cable / active HDBaseT™ connection on the RJ45 HDBaseT™ input
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The HDBaseT™ link light will blink if there is an unstable connection between the Blustream matrix and HDBaseT™ receiver
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The HDBaseT™ link light will be lit when a CAT cable is connected to the HDBaseT™ RJ45 output on the matrix and an active connection is achieved with the Blustream HDBaseT™ receiver
EDID Control
EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) is a data structure that is used
between a display and a source. This data is used by the source to find out
what audio and video resolutions are supported by the display. By pre-
determining the video resolution and audio format of the source and display
device you can reduce the time need for EDID hand shaking thus making
switching quicker and more reliable.
Configuration of Matrix EDID settings can be achieved in one of four ways:
- Using Matrix menu (for further details see ‘HMXL44CS-KIT User Manual’)
- Using EDID dip-switches located on the rear of the Matrix – see below
- Using supplied Blustream Matrix IR remote control (for further details see ‘HMXL44CS-KIT User Manual’)
- Using HMXL44CS web browser interface (for further details see ‘HMXL44CS-KIT User Manual’)
Web GUI Control
The HMXL44CS-KIT features an in-built Web GUI which can be used for control and configuration of the matrix. By default the matrix is set to DHCP, however if a DHCP server (eg: network router) is not installed the matrix IP address will revert to below details:
- Default Username is: blustream
- Default Password is: 1234
- Default IP Address is: 192.168.0.200
For further information please see the HMXL44CS-KIT User Manual – available to download from the Blustream website.
Specifications
- Video Input Connectors: 4 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female, locking
- Video Output Connectors: 1 x HDMI Type A, 4 x HDBaseT™ RJ45 connector Audio Input Connectors: 1 x 3.5mm stereo jack (L/R)
- Audio Output Connectors: 4 x RCA (S/PDIF), 4 x 3.5mm stereo jack (L/R)
- RS-232 Serial Port: 1 x DB 9 connector (control), 4 x 3-pin Phoenix (pass-through) TCP/IP Control: 1 x RJ45, female
- IR Input Ports: 5 x 3.5mm stereo jack
- IR Output Ports: 4 x 3.5mm mono jack
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 440mm x 245mm x 52mm
- Case Dimensions (W x H x D): 440mm x 235mm x 44mm
- Shipping Weight: 2.7Kg
- Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
- Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
- Power Supply: 1 x 24V DC/3.5A
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Package Contents
- 1 x HMXL44CS Matrix
- 4 x HEX70CS-RX Receivers
- 1 x 19” Rack Mounting Kit
- 4 x Mounting Kits for HEX70CS-RX
- 1 x 24V/3.5A Power Supply
- 1 x Remote Control
- 5 x IRR Blustream 5V IR Receivers
- 4 x IRE1 Blustream 5V IR Emitters
- 4 x IR-CAB IR Control Cable – 12V to 5V IR Cable
- 1 x Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth. Never use alcohol, paint thinner or
benzene to clean this unit.
For the full Blustream HMXL44CS-KIT User Manual please visit the product page
on the Blustream website.
Certifications
FCC NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION – changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CANADA, INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) NOTICES
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other
household wastes. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health
from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the
sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please
use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the
product was purchased. They can take this product for environmentally safe
recycling.
Contact: support@blustream.com.au | support@blustream-us.com | support@blustream.co.uk
References
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