OREI UHDS-404VW 4K@60Hz 4x4 Seamless Matrix with Video Wall

Introduction

The OREI UHDS-404VW is a versatile high-speed video processing system designed for seamless switching and advanced display configurations. It can function as a 4x4 seamless matrix switcher or as a video wall solution supporting 2x2, 4x1, or 1x4 layouts. The device offers multiple control options including front-panel buttons, IR remote, RS-232, and TCP/IP via a web browser interface.

Features

• HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2/1.4 compliant
• Two operational modes: 4x4 Matrix (seamless switch) and Video Wall (2x2, 4x1, 1x4 configurations)
• Supports seamless video switching
• Input resolutions: VGA-WUXGA (up to 1920x1200@60Hz) and 480i-4K (3840x2160@60Hz 4:4:4, 4096x2160@60Hz 4:4:4)
• HDMI outputs support upscaling/downscaling to resolutions up to 4096x2160@60Hz 4:4:4
• Supports LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD Master pass-through audio
• Advanced EDID management
• Web interface module for control and configuration
• Control via front panel buttons, IR Remote, RS-232, and TCP/IP
• 3rd party drivers available for major control brands

Package Contents

• UHDS-404VW Unit (1 pc)
• Matrix IR Remote (1 pc)
• 3-pin 3.81mm Phoenix Connector (male) (1 pc)
• 20-60KHz IR Wideband Receiver Cable (1.5m) (1 pc)
• Mounting Ears (2 pcs)
• Machine Screws (KM3x4) (4 pcs)
• 12V/2.5A Locking Power Adapter (1 pc)
• User Manual (1 pc)

Specifications

Technical Specifications

Mechanical Specifications

Operation Controls and Functions

Front Panel Controls

The front panel features power controls, status indicators, and input switching buttons.

• 1. Power button: Short press to power on; long press for 1 second to enter standby mode.
• 2. POWER LED: Green when powered on, red when on standby.
• 3. IR Window: IR receiver for remote control signals.
• 4. Signal source LED: Indicators for OUT 1-4 signal status.
• 5. Input source switching button: Select input source for OUT 1-4.

Rear Panel Connections:

• 1. TCP/IP: RJ45 port for network control (Web GUI).
• 2. RS-232: 3-pin phoenix connector for serial command control.
• 3. IR EXT: 3.5mm stereo mini-jack for external IR receiver connection if the front window is blocked.
• 4. HDMI INPUT: 4 x HDMI Type A ports for signal sources.
• 5. HDMI OUTPUT: 4 x HDMI Type A ports for display devices.
• 6. DC 12V: Power input port for the 12V/2.5A adapter.

IR Remote

The IR remote provides comprehensive control over the matrix functions:

• Power: Turns the matrix on or sets it to standby.
• INFO: Displays serial port baud rate and IP address on screen for 5 seconds.
• INPUT 1/2/3/4: Selects the input channel.
• < / >: Selects the previous or next input channel.
• OUTPUT 1/2/3/4: Selects the output channel.
• ALL: Selects all output channels simultaneously. Pressing "ALL" then an INPUT button routes that input to all displays.
• Res: Switches output resolution. In Matrix mode, cycle through resolutions for selected outputs. In Video Wall mode, cycle through resolutions for all outputs.
• VIDEO WALL: Selects video wall display modes.
• Source selection for video wall: Press OUTPUT 1/2/3/4 or < / > to select a video wall group, then press INPUT 1/2/3/4 or < / > to select the input source for that group.
• Bezel Adjustment: Use H-BEZEL/V-BEZEL +/- buttons to adjust bezel compensation.

Operation Instruction: For output selection, press the OUTPUT button first, then the INPUT button. Example: OUTPUT-X then INPUT-Y.

IR Pin Definition

The IR receiver pin definition is as follows:

• IR Signal
• Grounding
• Power 12V

Note: Transmission distance is 0-5 meters at a ±45° angle and 0-8 meters at a ±90° angle to the IR receiver.

EDID Management

The matrix offers 12 factory-defined EDID settings, 2 user-defined modes, and 4 copy EDID modes. EDID can be managed via RS-232 commands or the Web GUI.

RS-232 Command Example: s edid in x from z! (Refer to RS-232 Command section for details).

Web GUI Operation: Navigate to the "Input page" in the Web GUI.

Defined EDID Settings

Video Wall

The matrix supports various display modes for video wall configurations:

• 2x2
• 1x2-2
• 1x3
• 1x2
• 2x1-2
• 2x1
• 3x1
• 4x1
• 1x4
• Matrix Mode (Standard 4x4 switching)

Users can select these display modes via the IR remote, Web GUI, or RS-232 commands.

Web GUI User Guide

The matrix can be controlled via a web browser interface.

Accessing the Web GUI

1. Get the IP Address:
   • Via IR Remote: Press the "INFO" button. The IP address appears in the top right corner of the screen for 5 seconds.
   • Via RS-232: Send the command r ip addr!. The feedback will include the current IP address.
2. Connect to the Network: Connect the matrix's TCP/IP port to your PC using an Ethernet cable. Ensure your PC's IP address is in the same subnet as the matrix.
3. Access the Interface: Open a web browser on your PC and enter the matrix's IP address.

Login Page

Select the language (English or Chinese), enter the Username (default: User or Admin) and Password (default: user or admin), then click "LOGIN".

Status Page

Displays product model, firmware version, and network settings.

Input Page

Manage input channels:

• Inputs: View input channels.
• Active: Indicates signal source connection (green for connected, gray for disconnected).
• Name: Rename input channels (max 31 characters for English).
• EDID: Set EDID for the current channel.
• Load EDID to user memory: Upload custom EDID files (.bin) to User 1 or User 2.
• Download EDID: Download EDID files from output channels to your computer.

Output Page

Configure output channels:

• Outputs: View output channels.
• Cable: Indicates display connection status (green for connected, gray for disconnected).
• Name: Rename output channels.
• Output Resolution: Set the output resolution.
• Color Space: Set the color space (RGB444, YCbCr444, YCbCr422, YCbCr420).
• HDCP: Set HDCP version (1.4, 2.2, follow sink, follow source).
• H mirror / V mirror: Enable/disable horizontal and vertical mirroring.
• Stream: Enable/disable the signal output stream.

Note: Individual output resolutions cannot be set separately in video wall mode.

Video Mode Page

Select and configure display modes:

• Matrix: Select Matrix mode.
• Video Wall: Select any multiview display mode.
• Matrix/Video Wall Adjustment: Displays input/output information.
• Input Source: Drag inputs to windows or select inputs via buttons (< / >).
• Bezel Adjustment: Adjust horizontal/vertical bezels (+/- up to 10 levels).
• Output Resolution: Set the resolution for all current output ports.

Network Page

Configure network settings:

• Modify Network Setting: Set IP Address, Gateway, Subnet Mask, and TCP/IP Port. Settings apply after saving and may require a reboot.
• Modify User Password: Change the user password following specific rules (cannot be empty, new password different from old, new and confirm match).
• Set the Default Network: Reset network settings to defaults and search for IP address.

System Page

System configuration and maintenance:

• Panel Lock: Lock/unlock front panel buttons (ON/OFF).
• Beep: Enable/disable panel button beep.
• Pattern: Select from 6 built-in patterns.
• Serial Baud Rate: Set the serial baud rate.
• Firmware Update: Update firmware using a selected file.
• Factory Reset: Reset the device to factory default settings.
• Reboot: Restart the device.

Note: After reset/reboot, the login page will appear.

RS-232 Command

The product supports RS-232 command control. Connect the RS-232 port to a PC using a 3-pin phoenix connector and an RS-232 to USB cable.

Serial Port Protocol: Baud rate: 115200 (default), Data bits: 8, Stop bits: 1, Check bit: 0.

Command Format: Command Code x y! where x and y are parameters and ! is the delimiter.

System Setting Commands

Output Setting Commands

EDID Setting Commands

Video Wall Setting Commands

Network Setting Commands

Application Example

This diagram illustrates a typical setup for the UHDS-404VW. Input sources such as a TV box, PC, or DVD/Blu-ray player are connected to the HDMI INPUT ports (HD 1-4). The HDMI OUTPUT ports (HD 1-4) are connected to display devices like UHDTVs. Control interfaces like TCP/IP, RS-232, and IR EXT are also shown, along with the DC 12V power input.

Input Devices: TV box, PC, DVD or Blu-ray Player

Output Devices: UHDTV 1, UHDTV 2, UHDTV 3, UHDTV 4

Connections: HDMI inputs from sources to the matrix, HDMI outputs from the matrix to displays.

Control: TCP/IP, RS-232, IR Receiver.

Power: DC 12V adapter.