What is a HDMI matrix switcher?

First of all, the HDMI matrix switcher is also known as the HDMI video matrix, so in simple terms, the HDMI matrix is a multi-input and multi-output device that integrates the HDMI signal distribution function and the HDMI signal switching function [the HDMI matrix contains Audio, audio and video should be switched synchronously], the HDMI moment can output multiple HDMI signals at the same time, and can also distribute 1 HDMI signal into multiple outputs. We can see that the common HDMI video matrix generally supports panel switch control and infrared remote control switch control; some HDMI matrix supports RS232 control, LAN connection control, SPDIF optical digital audio output, external IR infrared input, etc.  Allonis myServer always uses the TCP port for control when available. In the HDMI version, most of the HDMI matrix supports HDMI 1.3 or 1.4, [the matrix can support up to HDMI 2.0 up to 4k@60Hz].

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 What is the use of the HDMI matrix switcher?


We can see that the common HDMI video matrix has 4 inputs and 4 outputs, 8 inputs and 8 outputs, 8 inputs and 16 outputs, 16 inputs and 16 outputs.  It is mainly used between multiple signal source hosts and multiple displays (spliced screens, etc.). According to the needs of different periods, it can quickly realize the switch between the signal source and the display without rewiring or replugging the host. For example: a traffic command center, each intersection is a video input, when you need to monitor all intersections, you can choose 1 to 1 output, when you need to view the detailed status of a certain intersection, you can directly stitch it the monitor zooms in to view the screen.

How do you use a HDMI matrix switcher?

When we get the HDMI matrix switcher, we should first check the manual to understand the function of each interface and button, and then connect the signal source, display and HDMI matrix according to the connection diagram, then connect the HDMI matrix ground wire, and finally connect it.  The power adapter is used to power the matrix on.

Control of the HDMI matrix switcher

myServer controls the video inputs and outputs based on the position they occupy in the matrix chassis.  So ID 1 is at the top of the chassis left to right and then down to the bottom of the chassis.

 

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Specs Lite (4K/30) Standard (4K/30) Standard (1080p) Pro (4K/60) Fast (1080p) Wireless (4K/30) Plus (4K/30) Gold (w/Video Wall)
Chassis Sizes 8x8 (2U), 16x16 (4U), 32x32 (8U) 9x9 (2U), 18x18 (4U), 36x36 (8U) 80x80 (16U), 160x160 (31.5U) 9x9 (2U), 18x18 (4U), 36x36 (8U) 9x9 (2U), 18x18 (4U), 36x36 (8U) 4x4 (2U), 8x8 (4U), 16x16 (8U) 8x8 (2U), 16x16 (4U), 32x32 (8U) 17 (2U) and 36 (4U) Total Cards
True HDMI Matrix Switcher Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Switching Speed ~2 seconds ~1 second 100ms Seamless ~1 second 100ms Seamless ~1 second ~1 second ~1 second
Modular or Fixed Design Modular Modular Modular Modular Modular Fixed Modular Modular
Built-in Video Wall Processor No No No Yes Yes No No Yes
1080p 4:4:4 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
4K/30 4:2:0 Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes No
4K/60 4:4:4 at 18 GBPS No No No Yes No No No No
Number of Preset Scenes 16 40 40 40 40 16 16 40
IR Pass-through via the matrix No No No No No No No No
Dolbyvision No No No Yes No No No No
No. of HDMI ports/card 4 1 4 1 1 Fixed 4 1
Optional HDMI HDBaseT Wallplates No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Optional HDBaseT cards w/o POE No No No Call Call No Yes No
Optional HDbaseT TX & RX cards w/POE No 1 4 Call Yes No Yes Yes
Optional HDBaseT TX & RX with POE No Yes Yes Call Yes Yes Yes Yes
HDBaseT cards & TX & RX have IR No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
IR control of source devices No No No No No No No No
iOS & Andoid App Coming Yes Yes Yes Yes Android Yes No
Remote control Yes No, use iPad No, use iPad No, use iPad No, use iPad Yes Yes Yes
Web GUI (Browser Control) No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
RS232 port Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
RS232 control codes to switch input 8 to outputs 1, 8 and 16 8V1.8V8.8V16 x1&8&16. (Remember the period) x1&8&16. (Remember the period) x1&8&16. (Remember the period) x1&8&16. (Remember the period) Coming Coming x1&8&16. (Remember the period)
HEX codes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
LAN control No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Software Yes Not needed Not needed Not needed Not needed Yes - PC Tools Yes Yes for VideoWall
Front Panel LCD display for status Yes 9x9, 18x18, 36x36 Yes 9x9, 18x18, 36x36 9x9, 18x18, 36x36 Yes Yes Yes
19' rack mount ears Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Front panel buttons Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Front panel handles Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
HDMI version 1.4 1.4 1.4 2.0 2.0 1.4 1.4 1.3
HDCP version 1.4 1.4 1.4 2.2 2.2 1,4 1.4 1.3
Number of Power Supplies 1 1 and 2 on larger 2 1 and 2 on larger 1 and 2 on larger 1 2 1
myServer 6 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Control4 drivers You must write your own drivers using our above code   Yes No
SimpleControl drivers   Yes No
RTI drivers You must write your own drivers using our code
URC drivers
Savant drivers
Crestron drivers
Elan drivers
HDMI cards w/embedded audio No No No No Yes No No Yes
Optional VGA in and out cards No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Optional SDI in and out cards No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Optional Component in and out cards No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Optional Fiber in and out cards No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Optional Composite in and out cards No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes
User Manual Yes User Manual User Manual User Manual User Manual     User Manual
Videos Coming See Video TAB See Video TAB See Video Tab See Video Tab Coming See Video Tab See Video Tab
Field repair kit No Yes Yes Yes Yes No No Yes
Warranty 5-Years Return To Factory 2-Years Advance Replace 2-Years Advance Replace 2-Years Advance Replace 2-Years Advance Replace 5-Years 3-Years Return To Factory 2-Years Advance Replace
                 
EXAMPLE PRICING:                
4K/30 8x8 Matrix Switch $750.00 $1,750.00   4K/60 - $5,000   $1,000.00 $2,500.00 $3,500.00
4K/30 8x16 Matrix Switch $1,650.00 $2,500.00   4K/60 - $7,000     $5,000.00 $4,900.00
4K/30 16x16 Matrix Switch $1,750.00 $3,000.00   4K/60 - $9,500   $2,000.00 $5,400.00 $4,900.00
4K/30 16x32 Matrix Switch $4,800.00 $4,800.00   4K/60 - $14,500     $9,500.00 None
4K/30 32x32 Matrix Switch $5,000.00 $5,500.00   4K/60 - $18,500     $10,750.00 None
                 
4K/30 8x8 Matrix Switch w/HDBaseT  None $2,600.00   Soon   Soon   $4,700.00
4K/30 8x16 Matrix Switch w/HDBaseT  None $4,299.95   Soon   Soon $4,300.00 $7,300.00
4K/30 16x16 Matrix Switch w/HDBaseT  None $5,000.00   Soon   Soon $6,000+ $8,100.00
4K/30 16x32 Matrix Switch w/HDBaseT None $6,500.00   Soon   Soon $11,000.00 None
4K/30 32x32 Matrix Switch w/HDBaseT  None $8,900.00   Soon   Soon $20,000.00 None
                 
                 
4k/30 8x8 Matrix Switch w/HDBaseT  $2,240 (*)              
1080p 8x16 Matrix Switch w/HDBaseT  $4,300 (*)              
1080p 16x16 Matrix Switch w/HDBaseT  $4,400 (*)              
1080p 16x32 Matrix Switch w/HDBaseT $8,300 (*)              
1080p 32x32 Matrix Switch w/HDBaseT  $8,800 (*)              
                 
(*) Includes Separate HDBaseT Extenders              
                 
NOTES:                
1. Prices may change, call us at 248-918-0123 with your unique configuration for the latest price.          
2. HDBaseT CATx distances are 115 feet at 4K/30 & 220 feet at 1080p/60. Call us for longer distances.        
3. This is a work-in-progress document so check back often to download it often as we modify it frequenty to add/subtract products.