DMT VT301 HDMI Matrix Extender Set

Preface

Thank you for purchasing this DMT product. The purpose of this user manual is to provide instructions for the correct and safe use of this product. Keep the user manual for future reference as it is an integral part of the product. The user manual shall be stored at an easily accessible location. This user manual contains information concerning:

• Safety instructions
• Installation and operation of the device
• Intended and non-intended use of the device
• Maintenance procedures
• Troubleshooting
• Transport, storage and disposal of the device

Non-observance of the instructions in this user manual may result in serious injuries and damage of property. 2021 DMT. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be copied, published or otherwise reproduced without the prior written consent of Highlite International. Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this document or other language versions, please visit our website  www.highlite.com or contact us at service@highlite.com. Highlite International and its authorized service providers are not liable for any injury, damage, direct or indirect loss, consequential or economic loss or any other loss arising from the use of, or inability to use or reliance on the information contained in this document.

Introduction

Before Using the Product 

Important Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or servicing this product.

The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual. After unpacking, check the contents of the box. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your Highlite International dealer. Your shipment includes:

• VT301 – HDMI Matrix Extender Set (TX/RX)
• 1x Jack Cable with IR eye (IR IN) (1,5 m)
• 1x Jack Cable with IR eye (IR OUT) (1,5 m)
• 2x brackets
• 2x DC Power Adapter (input 100-240VAC, Output 12V 2A) (1,1 m)
• 2x RS232 (GPIO=General Purpose Input-Output Phoenix connector)
• 1x IR remote control
• User manual

Intended Use
This device is intended for professional use as an HDMI matrix switch. It is suitable only for indoor installation. This device is not suitable for households. Any other use, not mentioned under intended use, is regarded as non-intended and incorrect use.

Product Lifespan
This device is not designed for permanent operation. Disconnect the device from the electrical power supply when the device is not in operation. This will reduce the wear and will improve the device’s lifespan.

Text Conventions 

Throughout the user manual the following text conventions are used:

• Buttons: All buttons are in bold lettering, for example “Press the UP/DOWN buttons”
• References: References to chapters and parts of the device are in bold lettering, for example: “Refer to 2. Safety”, “turn the adjustment screw (02)”
• 0–255: Defines a range of values
• Notes: Note: (in bold lettering) is followed by useful information or tips

Symbols and Signal Words
Safety notes and warnings are indicated throughout the user manual by safety signs. Always follow the instructions provided in this user manual.

DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Attention
Indicates important information for the correct operation and use of the product.

Important Read and observe the instructions in this document.

Provides important information about the disposal of this product.

Symbols on the Information Label

This product is provided with an information label. The information label is located on the bottom plate of the device.
The information label contains the following symbols:

• This device is designed for indoor use.
• This device is IEC protection class III.
• This device shall not be treated as household waste.
• Read and observe the instructions in this document.

Safety

Important Read and follow the instructions in this user manual before installing, operating or servicing this product. The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non observance of this manual.

Warnings and Safety Instructions 

DANGER
For adult use only. The device must be installed beyond the reach of children.

• Do not leave various parts of the packaging (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) within children’s reach. Packaging material is a potential source of danger for children.

DANGER Incorrect handling of the AC power adapter may result in hazardous situations 

This device is delivered with an AC power adapter. Incorrect handling of the AC power adapter may result in hazardous situations.

• Use only the AC power adapter delivered with the device.
• Do not wrap the power cable around the power adapter or any other object. This can damage the internal wires.
• Do not cover the power adapter with anything when it is plugged into the socket-outlet. This may cause overheating.
• Do not expose the power adapter to water or other liquids.

Do not use the power adapter:

• If it shows signs of overheating, for example the plastic is damaged.
• If the AC input pins show signs of corrosion or overheating.
• If the power cable is damaged or shows signs of material fatigue.

Attention General safety 

• Do not insert objects into the air vents.
• Do not switch the device on and off in short intervals. This decreases the device’s life.
• Do not shake the device. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
• If the device is dropped or struck, disconnect the device from the electrical power supply immediately.
• If the device is exposed to extreme temperature variations (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on immediately. Let the device reach room temperature before switching it on, otherwise it may be damaged by the formed condensation.

Attention This device shall be used only for the purposes it is designed for. 

This device is designed to be used as a professional laser projector. Any incorrect use may lead to hazardous situations and result in injuries and material damage.

• This device is not designed for permanent operation.
• This device does not contain user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized modifications to the device will render the warranty void. Such modifications may result in injuries and material damage.

Attention Do not expose the device to conditions that exceed the rated IP class conditions. 

This device is IP20 rated. IP (Ingress Protection) 20 class provides protection against solid objects greater than 12 mm, such as fingers, and no protection against harmful ingress of water.

Requirements for the User 

This product may be used by ordinary persons. Maintenance and installation may be carried by ordinary persons. Service shall be carried out only by instructed or skilled persons. Contact your Highlite International dealer for more information. Instructed persons have been instructed and trained by a skilled person, or are supervised by a skilled person, for specific tasks and work activities associated with the operation, installation, service and maintenance of this product, so that they can identify risks and take precautions to avoid them. Skilled persons have training or experience, which enables them to recognize risks and to avoid hazards associated with the operation, installation, service and maintenance of this product. Ordinary persons are all persons other than instructed persons and skilled persons. Ordinary persons include not only users of the product but also any other persons that may have access to the device or who may be in the vicinity of the device.

Description of the Device

The DMT VT301 HDMI Matrix Extender Set is a flexible long-distance video signal solution (network), consisting of a single sender and receiver unit. The network can be extended, allowing the connection of multiple HDMI video sources to multiple displays/televisions et cetera within one network. The sender and receiver units can be controlled manually or by using an included infrared remote. It offers IR signal transmission and supports a resolution up to 1920 x 1080P @60 Hz. Private network to up to 255 devices. You’ll have the option to order additional receivers (VT301-R) if your setup requires extra receiver units on different positions. Any HDMI switch can be used to attach multiple devices to one single receiver. Please note that a network switch is required when bridging a distance of more than 100 metres.

Front View Transmitter 

1. Eye for remote control
2. LED Display
3. Back button
4. Up button
5. Down button
6. OK button
   Back View Transmitter
7. DC5V
8. HDMI IN
9. RS232 (GPIO=General Purpose Input-Output Phoenix connector)
10. CAT 5e/6e
11. IR Out: Jack connector for Infrared sensor for remote control

    Front View Receiver
12. Eye for remote control
13. LED Display
14. Back button
15. Up button
16. Down button
17. OK button
    Back View Receiver
18. DC5V
19. HDMI OUT
20. RS232 (GPIO=General Purpose Input-Output Phoenix connector) CAT 5e/6e
21. IR In: Jack connector for Infrared sensor for remote control

Product Specifications 

Model:

VT301 – HDMI Matrix Extender Set (TX/RX)

Electrical Transmitter:
Input voltage:	100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:	4 W
Power supply	5V DC / 2A

Physical Transmitter::
Dimensions:	125 x 80 x 25 mm (LxWxH)
Weight:	0,3 kg

Connections Transmitter:
Inputs:	CAT 5e/6e HDMI IN 2.0 RS232 (GPIO=General Purpose Input-Output Phoenix connector)
Outputs:	IR Out: Jack connector for Infrared sensor for remote control
HDMI resolution:	Up to 1920 x 1080P @60 Hz

Electrical Receiver:
Input voltage:	100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:	2,7 W
Power supply	5V DC / 2A

Physical Receiver:
Dimensions:	125 x 80 x 25 mm (LxWxH)
Weight:	0,26 kg

Connections Receiver:
Inputs:	IR In: Jack connector for Infrared sensor for remote control CAT 5e/6e RS232 (GPIO=General Purpose Input-Output Phoenix connector)
Output:	HDMI OUT 2.0
HDMI resolution:	Up to 1920 x 1080P @60 Hz

Thermal:
Maximum ambient temperature ta:	40 °C
Minimum ambient temperature:	-10 °C
Maximum housing temperature tc:	50 °C
Humidity:	5–90 %

Dimensions 

Installation

Installation Site Requirements 

• The device must be installed only indoors.
• The device can be positioned on a flat surface.
• The maximum ambient temperature ta = 40 °C must never be exceeded.
• The relative humidity must not exceed 50 % with an ambient temperature of 40 °C.

Connecting to Power Supply 

Attention Incorrect handling of the AC power adapter may result in hazardous situations The device accepts AC mains power at 100–240 V and 50/60 Hz. Do not supply power at any other voltage or frequency to the device. Connect the device to the socket-outlet with the power plug. Do not connect the device to a dimmer circuit, as this may damage the device.

Setup

Warnings and Precautions 

Attention Connect all data cables before supplying power. Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting data cables.

Setup Examples

One to One 

One to Many 

 

Many to Many 

Operation

Safety Instructions for Operation 

Attention This device must be used only for the purposes it is designed for.

This device is intended for professional use as an HDMI matrix switch. It is suitable only for indoor installation. It is suitable only for indoor installation. Any other use, not mentioned under intended use, is regarded as non-intended and incorrect use.

Remote Control Operation
The device can be operated with an IR remote control. The remote control is included in the delivery.

DANGER Do not ingest battery, chemical burn hazard. 

The remote control is delivered without batteries. It accepts a CR-2025 coin cell battery. If the coin cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.
When replacing the battery, make sure that the polarity is correct. Incorrect polarity may damage the remote control. To operate the device with the IR remote control:

1. Point the remote control at the front of the Matrix Receiver or Transmitter.

To install the batteries: 

1. Press on one side of the remote and open the battery housing.
2. Remove the entire battery holder bracket.
3. Make sure that you’ve got the polarity of the battery correctly.
4. Insert a CR-2025 battery into the battery housing.
5. Close the battery housing.

Network Setup 

Section	Function	Description
1	1-9 and A-F	Use these buttons to set the desired network channel.
2	Back	Return to the previously set network channel
3	OK	Press this button to store the desired network channel

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

A0

B0

C0

D0

E0

F0

01

11

21

31

41

51

61

71

81

91

A1

B1

C1

D1

E1

F1

02

12

22

32

42

52

62

72

82

92

A2

B2

C2

D2

E2

F2

03

13

23

33

43

53

63

73

83

93

A3

B3

C3

D3

E3

F3

04

14

24

34

44

54

64

74

84

94

A4

B4

C4

D4

E4

F4

05

15

25

35

45

55

65

75

85

95

A5

B5

C5

D5

E5

F5

06

16

26

36

46

56

66

76

86

96

A6

B6

C6

D6

E6

F6

07

17

27

37

47

57

67

77

87

97

A7

B7

C7

D7

E7

F7

08

18

28

38

48

58

68

78

88

98

A8

B8

C8

D8

E8

F8

09

19

29

39

49

59

69

79

89

99

A9

B9

C9

D9

E9

F9

0A

1A

2A

3A

4A

5A

6A

7A

8A

9A

AA

BA

CA

DA

EA

FA

0B

1B

2B

3B

4B

5B

6B

7B

8B

9B

AB

BB

CB

DB

EB

FB

0C

1C

2C

3C

4C

5C

6C

7C

8C

9C

AC

BC

CC

DC

EC

FC

0D

1D

2D

3D

4D

5D

6D

7D

8D

9D

AD

BD

CD

DD

ED

FD

0E

1E

2E

3E

4E

5E

6E

7E

8E

9E

AE

BE

CE

DE

EE

FE

0F

1F

2F

3F

4F

5F

6F

7F

8F

9F

AF

BF

CF

DF

EF

FF

Troubleshooting

This troubleshooting guide contains actions which can be carried out by the user. The device does not contain user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized modifications to the device will render the warranty void. Such modifications may result in injuries and material damage. Refer servicing to instructed or skilled persons. Contact your Highlite International dealer in case the solution is not described in the table.

Problem	Probable cause(s)	Solution
The device does not power up	No power to the device	●           Check if power is switched on and cables are plugged in
The device does not respond to DMX control	The controller is not connected	●           Connect the controller
	The device is not in DMX mode	●           Activate DMX mode from the main menu
	The signal is reversed. The 3-pin/5- pin DMX OUT of the controller does not match the DMX IN of the device	●           Install a phase-reversing cable between the controller and the device
	The controller is defective	●           Try using another controller
The device responds erratically to DMX control	Bad data link connection	●           Examine connections and cables. Correct poor connections. Repair or replace damaged cables
	The data link is not terminated with a 120 Ω termination plug	●           Insert a termination plug in the DMX OUT connector of the last device on the link
	Incorrect addressing	●           Check address settings and correct, if necessary
	In case of a setup with multiple devices, one of the devices is defective and disturbs data transmission on the link	●           To find out which is the defective device, bypass one device at a time until normal operation is restored
The device does not respond to IR remote control	The IR sensor is out of range	●           Try using the remote control from a different angle.
	The battery of the remote control is depleted	●           Change the battery

Maintenance

Safety Instructions for Maintenance 

Maintenance and cleaning shall be carried out only by instructed persons. Follow the maintenance schedule established for the site where the electrical enclosure is installed. Disconnect power supply before servicing or cleaning.

Preventive Maintenance

Attention Before each use, examine the device visually for any defects.

Make sure that: 

• All screws used for installing the device or parts of the device are tightly fastened and are not corroded.
• There are no deformations on housings, fixations and installation points.
• The power cables are not damaged and do not show any material fatigue.

Basic Cleaning Instructions
To clean the device, follow the steps below:

1. Disconnect the electrical enclosure from the power supply.
2. Clean the device with a soft, lint-free cloth.
3. Remove residual dust with an air-duster or air-blower. Keep the air-duster or air-blower at a minimum distance of 30 cm.

Attention 

• Do not immerse the device in liquid.
• Do not use alcohol or solvents.
• Do not clean the device with a brush.
• Make sure that the connections are fully dry before connecting the device to the power supply and to other devices.

Corrective Maintenance
The device does not contain user-serviceable parts. Do not open the device and do not modify the device. Refer repairs and servicing to skilled persons. Contact your Highlite International dealer for more information.

Deinstallation, Transportation, and Storage

• Disconnect the power supply before deinstallation.
• Use the original packaging to transport the device, if possible.
• Always observe the handling instructions printed on the outer carton box, for example: “Handle with care”, “This side up”, and “Fragile”.
• Clean the device before storing it. Follow the cleaning instructions in chapter 8.2.1. Basic Cleaning Instructions on page 18.
• Store the device in the original packaging, if possible.

Disposal

Correct disposal of this product
Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product, its packaging or documents indicates that the product shall not be treated as household waste. Dispose of this product by handing it to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. This is to avoid environmental damage or personal injury due to uncontrolled waste disposal. For more detailed information about recycling of this product contact the local authorities or the authorized dealer.

Approval

Check the respective product page on the website of Highlite International (www.highlite.com) for an available declaration of conformity.

• 2021 DMT

Documents / Resources

DMT VT301 HDMI Matrix Extender Set [pdf] User Manual VT301, HDMI Matrix Extender Set, Matrix Extender Set, Extender Set, Matrix Extender, VT301, Extender

References

• User Manual