Lightware 4x4DVI-DL Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide
MX4x4DVI, 4x4DVI-DL, 6x6DVI-DL, 8x8DVI-DL
MX8x4DVI-Pro, 8x8DVI-Pro, 8x8DVI-HDCP-Pro, 8x8HDMI-Pro
MX9x9DVI-Slim, 12x12DVI-Slim, 16x16DVI-Slim
MX9x9DVI-Plus, 12x12DVI-Plus, 16x16DVI-Plus
Further Information
The User’s manual of the appliances are available on www.lightware.com.
See the Downloads section on the dedicated product page.
Contact Us
sales@lightware.com
+36 1 255 3800
support@lightware.com
+36 1 255 3810
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PPRREESSEETT
SSAAVVEE
PPRREESSEETT
PRESENT
SIGNALSIGNALSIGNAL
PRESENTPRESENT
EDIDEDIDEDID
CCOONNTTRROOLL
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Power Amplifier
HDTV PC
Touch panel Ethernet
Audio
HDMI / DVI
RS-232 CATx
PowerHDMI / DVI
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SIGNALSIGNALSIGNAL
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1
Output lock Locks and protects one or more outputs.
2
Control lock Disables or enables front panel operations. Red light means
the switching and function buttons are disabled.
3
Destinations Buttons to select an output or to see the state of an output.
4
Sources Buttons to select an input, to select a preset number, or to
view the state of the selected input port.
5
Take button Switching between Take and Autotake working modes;
keep the button pressed for 3 seconds to toggle the modes.
6
Preset buttons Performing preset operations (Load and Save).
7
EDID button The EDID mode can be (de)activated by the button. The
illuminated button shows that the mode is active.
8
Signal present This Signal present mode can be (de)activated by the
button. The illuminated button shows that the mode is active.
9
Display 2x16 character LCD display for menu operations.
q
Menu navigation Up, down, left, right and enter buttons.
w
Status LEDs Power LED indicates that the unit is powered on. CPU LIVE
blinking LED indicates normal operation.
e
Reset button
Reboots the matrix; the same as switching it off and on again.
Only on MX8x8HDMI-Pro and -DVI-HDCP-Pro switchers.
r
On/Off switch
The matrix can be switched on/off by the switch.
Important Safety Instructions
Please read the supplied safety instruction document before using the product and keep it
available for future reference.
Introduction
Lightware’s 4x4 to 16x16 I/O sized standalone matrix switchers are perfect for dynamically
changing environments. The switchers handle DVI-D, HDMI signals with HDCP support and
can be controlled either by RS-232 port, TCP/IP LAN connection, or by the built-in website -
depending on the capabilities of the appliance. Crosspoint switching is done instantly without
frame delay or frame latency.
Box Contents
Mounting with Front Rack Ears
The front rack ears allow mounting the device as a standard rack unit installation.
Ventilation
 To ensure the correct ventilation and avoid overheating let enough free space
around the appliance. Do not cover the appliance, let the ventilation holes free on both
sides.
Connecting Steps (MX8x8-HDMI-Pro)
Front View
Rear View
Front View Legend
1
AC connector Standard IEC connector accepting 100-240 V, 50 or 60 Hz.
2
Fuse Replace with F3.15A type only when necessary. In the case
of DVI-DL series use an F1A fuse.
3
RS-232 port 9-pole D-sub female connector for a standard RS-232 port.
4
LAN Standard RJ45 connector. This port can be connected to a
computer directly or to LAN via switch/router.
5
Input ports Standard DVI-I or HDMI connectors for DVI-D or HDMI
input signals.
6
Output ports Standard DVI-D or HDMI connectors for DVI-D or HDMI
signals.
7
Equipotential
connector
Plug connector for potential equalization. Only in case of
Plus and Slim matrix switchers.
8
Reset button
Reboots the matrix; the same as switching it off and on again.
Only in the case of Slim and Plus matrix switchers.
Rear View Legend
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MX standalone matrix IEC power cable RS-232 straight cable
Safety and
Warranty
Info
Quick
Start
Guide
LAN cross-link cable,
CAT5e type, 3m length
Power supply unit, power
cable with Neutrik plugs *
Safety and warranty info,
Quick Start Guide
* The external PSU and the cable are supplied only with the Slim matrix switchers.
* Only MX8x8HDMI-PRO model contains S/PDIF audio output ports.
Connect the HDMI/DVI cable(s) between the source(s) to the input port(s)
of the matrix.
Connect the HDMI/DVI cable(s) between the sink(s) and the output port(s)
of the matrix.
Audio
Optionally for S/PDIF audio extension: connect the audio cable(s) between
the audio device (e.g. power amplier) and the S/PDIF output port(s) or the
matrix. *
RS-232
Optionally for serial extension: connect a controller device (e.g. touch panel)
to the RS-232 port.
CATx
Optionally connect the matrix to a LAN in order to control the device.
Power
Firstly connect the power cable to the AC input connector on the matrix, then
to the AC power socket.

Lightware 4x4DVI-DL Specifications

General

Brand	Lightware
Model	4x4DVI-DL
Category	Matrix Switcher
Language	English