WyreStorm EXP-MX-0808-KIT 4K UHD 4x2x0 60Hz 8×8 HDBaseT Matrix Switch User Guide

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WyreStorm EXP-MX-0808-KIT 4K UHD 4x2x0 60Hz
 8x8 HDBaseT Matrix Switch User Guide

IMPORTANT! Installation Requirements

Visit the product page to download the latest firmware, document version, additional documentation, and configuration tools.
Read through the Wiring and Connections section for important wiring guidelines before creating or choosing premade cables.
While this product supports CEC for the HDMI outputs, WyreStorm cannot guarantee compatibility with all forms of CEC communication.

In the Box

1x EXP-MX-0808-KIT Matrix
6x EXP-MX-KIT-RX Receivers
1x AC Power Cord with EU pins
1x AC Power Cord with US pins
1x AC Power Cord with UK pins
1x AC Power Cord with AU pins
1x IR Remote (CR2025 Battery not Included)
8x IR Emitters
6x IR Receivers
2x Matrix Mounting Brackets with screws
12x Receiver Mounting Brackets with screws (2 per RX)
1x Quick start Guide (this document)

Basic Wiring Diagram

Wiring and Connections

WyreStorm recommends that all wiring for the installation is run and terminated prior to making connections to the switcher. Read through this section in it’s entirety before running or terminating the wires to ensure proper operation and to avoid damaging equipment.

IMPORTANT! Wiring Guidelines

The use of patch panels, wall plates, cable extenders, kinks in cables, and electrical or environmental interference will have an adverse effect on signal transmission which may limit performance. Steps should be taken to minimize or remove these factors completely during installation for best results.
WyreStorm recommends the use of shielded category cable to minimize signal noise and interference.
WyreStorm recommends using pre-terminated HDMI cables due to the complexity of these connector types. Using pre-terminated cables will ensure that these connections are accurate and will not interfere with the performance of the product.

IR TX/RX Guidelines

Using WyreStorm infrared emitters and receivers is the best way to ensure that most IR coding formats are transmitted and received by the system. Other 3rd party emitters and receivers can be used; however, these devices must operate in the same manner as the WyreStorm devices.
Due to differences in IR across 3rd party control systems their IR ports should never be connected directly to a Network HD system as an incompatibility may exist. WyreStorm offers a cable that compensates for voltage differences as well adjusts for differences in the pins used within the port. Refer to the CAB-IR-LINK product page for more information.

IR TX Port PinoutConnection for IR TX (transmit) uses a 3.5mm (1/8in) mono plug.

IR RX Port PinoutConnection for IR RX (receive) uses a 3.5mm (1/8in) stereo jack that outputs +5V DC to power the included IR receiver.

RS-232 WiringMost control systems and computers are DTE where pin 2 is RX, this can vary from device to device. Refer to the documentation for the connected device for pin functionally to ensure that the correct connections can be made.

Matrix RS-232 Port

Receiver (RX) RS-232 Port

Audio WiringThis matrix contains audio connections for S/PDIF digital.

Accessing the Web UI

This matrix is set to a default static IP Address (192.168.11.143). In order to communicate with it initially the PC must be set to a 192.168.11.xxx address with a subnet of 255.255.0.0. This can be changed back once a static IP is set within a different range.

Connect the matrix to the same network as a PC.
Open a web browser and enter the IP Address of the matrix. Default: 192.168.11.143 | Password: admin

IP Address Notes

When to set to DHCP the IP address of the unit can be displayed by pressing and holding the front panel Enter and Down buttons for 3 seconds. The IPaddress will be displayed on the front panel.
The installer password and general password are the same by default. WyreStorm recommends changing the password for installer login to avoid any unwanted changes being made to the matrix configuration.

Troubleshooting

No or Poor Quality Picture (snow or noisy image)

Verify that power is being supplied to the transmitter and receiving device
Verify that all HDMI and HDBaseT connections are not loose and are functioning properly
Verify that the HDBaseT cable is properly terminated following EIA568B standard
Verify that the output resolution of the source and display is supported by this matrix and receiver.
If transmitting 3D or 4K, verify that the HDMI cables used are 3D or 4K rated.

No or Intermittent 3rd party Device Control

Verify that the IR and RS-232 cables are properly terminated following the Wiring and Connections section.

Troubleshooting Tips:

WyreStorm recommends using a cable tester or connecting the cable to other devices to verify functionality.

Warranty InformationWyreStorm Technologies LLC warrants that its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of five (2) years from the date of purchase. Refer to the Product Warranty page on wyrestorm.com for more details on our limited product warranty.