ELAN EL-4KPM-V88-A268-18G 8×8 HDBaseT Matrix User Guide
- June 9, 2024
- ELAN
Table of Contents
EL-4KPM-V88-A268-18G
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Quick Reference Guide
Introduction
The ELAN® 8×8 HDBaseT Matrix offers unprecedented performance and value for the custom installation market. The EL-4KPM-V88-A268-18G is a HDMI 2.0 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 HDCP 2.2 Matrix package utilising CSC technology to deliver HDMI, Bi- directional IR and PoC 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 outputs and independent 26×8 audio Matrix including Audio Return Channel (ARC). The EL-4KPM-V88-A268-18G includes in-built web browser interface module for control and configuration of the Matrix, along with RS-232 and IR pass-through for seamless 3rd party control integration.
Features
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Advanced HDBaseT technology offering distribution of video and audio over a single CAT cable
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Advanced Colour Space Conversion (CSC) supports HDMI 2.0 18Gbps specification including HDR
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Features 8 x HDMI inputs which can be independently routed to 8 x HDBaseT outputs
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Output 1 features simultaneous HDMI and HDBaseT output
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Video down-conversion on HDBaseT outputs 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 remaining video outputs
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Supports 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 UHD video up to 70m, and 1080p video up to 100m
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26×8 Audio Matrix independently controllable from video. Audio source inputs include:
– 8 x audio breakout from HDMI source inputs
– 8 x audio breakout from zone outputs
– 8 x ARC from zone outputs*
– 1 x Optical and 1 x analogue audio input -
Supports all known HDMI audio formats including Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD Master Audio transmission
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Web interface module for control and configuration of Matrix
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Supports bi-directional IR and RS-232 on all HDBaseT outputs
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Control via front panel, IR, RS-232 and TCP/IP
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Supports PoC (Power over Cable) to power compatible HDBaseT receivers
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Supplied with ELAN 5V 3.5mm IR receivers and emitters
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Advanced EDID management and HDCP 2.2 compliant
*ARC feature compatible with EL-4KHDBT-RX-70-ARC-18G only
Front Panel Description
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IR Receiver Window
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LCD Display – Shows the status of input / output selection, EDID etc…
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‘SELECT’ Buttons – Multi-use buttons
Primary Use:
First press = HDMI output selection – Press to select output/s from 1 to 8. Output(s) selected will be displayed on the Matrix display. Multiple outputs can be chosen.
Then wait 3 seconds or press ‘SELECT’ to move to input selection.
Second Press = HDMI input selection –
Press to select the input from 1 – 8. The Input selected will be displayed on the Matrix display. Press the ‘SELECT’ button to confirm switch
Secondary Use:
When the ‘MENU’ button has been pressed buttons 3, 4, 7 & 8 are used as cursors to navigate the MENU system 3 = Left, 4 = Up, 7 = Right, 8 = Down -
‘MENU’ Button – Press to access Matrix menu. Refer to full manual for details
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‘POWER’ Button – Press to power on / off the Matrix
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‘SELECT’ Button – Press to confirm changes within the Matrix menu
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ESC – Press to exit MENU mode
Factory Reset – The matrix can be factory reset by pressing and holding ‘X’ for 10 seconds, press the ‘SELECT’ button to confirm, or any other button to cancel.
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IR Control Input – 3.5mm stereo connector to connect to ELAN® IR receiver for IR control of the Matrix
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TCP/IP – RJ45 connector for TCP/IP and Web GUI control of the Matrix
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RS-232 – Phoenix connector for RS-232 control of the Matrix
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EDID DIP switch – Used for global EDID settings
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IR Outputs – 3.5mm mono connector to connect to ELAN IR emitter. Used for local source control
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Optical and Analog Audio Outputs – independent audio Matrix with 8 x dual outputs (Toslink + 3.5mm L/R line level stereo jack). For connection to 3rd party audio devices.
NOTE: Analog audio outputs support 2ch PCM only -
IR Inputs – 3.5mm stereo connector to connect to ELAN IR receiver or Control
Processor. Used to extend IR from Matrix to HDBaseT Outputs 1-8 -
Bi-directional RS-232 ports. Connect to third party control device to extend RS-232 commands to HDBaseT receivers RS-232 port
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Optical (Toslink) Audio Input – Connect to source device for audio distribution within the EL-4KHDBT-RX-70-ARC-18G independent audio Matrix
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Analog Audio Input – 3.5mm L/R stereo jack. Connect to source device for audio distribution within the E L- 4KHDBT-RX-70-ARC-18G independent audio Matrix
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HDMI Inputs – Connect to source devices
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HDMI Output – Connect to display device
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HDBaseT Outputs – RJ45 HDBaseT port to connect to the HDBaseT input port of the compatible ELAN HDBaseT receiver
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IEC Power Socket – Use supplied IEC power cable
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Power Switch
Web GUI Control
The EL-4PKM-V88-A268-18G 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: ELAN Default Password is: 3526 Default IP Address is: 19
2.16 8.0.20 0
For further information please see the EL-4KPM-V88-A268-18G User Manual –
available to download from the ELAN® website.
RS-232 Configuration
The RS-232 port is used for configuration and control of the product, as well
as pass-through of RS-232 commands to a compatible ELAN HDBaseT receiver /
matrix device.
The default RS-232 communication settings are:
Baud Rate: 57600 Stop Bit: 1
Data Bit: 8 Parity Bit: none
For a complete RS-232 command list please see the EL-4KPM-V88-A268-18G User
Manual – available to download from the ELAN website.
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 then from this information the source will discover what the best audio and video resolutions that need to be output.
While the objective of EDID is to make connecting a digital display to a
source a simple plug and play procedure, issues do arise when multiple
displays or video Matrix switching is introduced because of the increased
number of variables.
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 acheived in one of three ways:
- Using Matrix web browser interface
- Using Matrix Front Panel (see below)
- Using Matrix EDID dipswitches (see product User Manual)
To change the input signal type using the Matrix front panel press the following:
Using Matrix Front Panel Buttons:
a. Press the MENU button
b. Scroll down to ‘EDID Management’. Press the SELECT button to enter into
EDID configuration mode
c. Scroll through EDID management options and select ‘Built-In EDID’ or ‘Copy
Output xx’
Built-IN EDID Selection:
d. Select the input you wish to fix the EDID on (1-8) or select ‘All’. Use
UP/DOWN buttons to toggle the selection and press the SELECT button to move to
EDID selection
d. Select video resolution + audio format required (4K, 1080p, 3D, 2ch, 5.1
etc). Use UP/DOWN buttons to toggle the selection and press the SELECT button
to apply. The SELECT button LED will flash orange when complete
Copy Output EDID:
e. Select the HDBaseT output you wish to copy the EDID from. Use UP/DOWN
buttons to toggle the selection and press the SELECT button to move to the
input selection that you wish to copy the EDID to
f. Select the HDMI input (1-8) or select ‘All’ to copy to all HDMI inputs.
Press the SELECT button to apply
Specifications
Video Input Connectors: 8 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female
Video Output Connectors: 1 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female,
8 x HDBaseT RJ45 connectors
Audio Input Connectors: 1 x Analog audio L/R (3.5mm stereo Jack),
1 x Optical (S/PDIF)
Audio Output Connectors: 8 x Analog audio L/R (3.5mm stereo Jack),
8 x Optical (S/PDIF)
RS-232 Serial Port: 9 x 3-pin phoenix connector
IR Input Ports: 9 x 3.5mm stereo jack
IR Output Ports: 9 x 3.5mm mono jack
Rack Mountable: 2U rack height, rack ears included
Casing Dimensions (W x H x D): 436mm x 88mm x 400mm (without feet)
Shipping Weight: 10.5kg
Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (-5°C to +55°C)
Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-25°C to +70°C)
Power Supply: Internal 100-240V AC
HDBT Power Output: 24V DC 0.75A Per Port
Package Contents
- 1 x EL-4KPM-V88-A268-18G
- 1 x Rack Mounting Kit
- 1 x Remote Control
- 8 x IR Emitters
- 9 x IR Receivers
- 1 x Serial Cable – DB9 to 3-pin phoenix Connector
- 1 x IR Control Cable – 3.5mm to 3.5mm
- 1 x Quick Reference Guide
- IEC Power Cable(s)
Note: Battery not included. CR2025 battery required for remote control.
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, andcan 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.
Information
A. Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before this product is operated.
B. The apparatus should be connected to a mains socket outlet with a
protective earthing connection.
C. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
D. Do not ingest battery, Chemical Burn Hazard
E. This product contains a coin / button cell battery. If the coin / button
cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours
and can lead to death.
F. Keep new and used batteries away from children.
G. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product
and keep it away from children.
H. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part
of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
I. WARNING: Please refer the information on exterior bottom enclosure for
electrical and safety information before installing or operating the
apparatus.
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