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Matrix Switching System—User Manual
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5.0.2 Rear Panel
Figure 5-2 AX-88 Rear Panel
The AX-88 supports up to 8 input / output zone / source Audio, RS-232 and RJ-45 on the
rear panel, each female terminal form the signal input / output connectors. The AX-88
signal input / output terminal channels are numbered from left to right as INPUT1~8 /
OUTPUT1~8 channels.
Power Port: The Power Port is applicable for 100~240VAC, 50~60Hz connected to the
outlet of power source. Refer to 6.0.4 Power connection .
 Power Switch: To switch power ON or OFF the audio matrix device.
 RS-232: Use a 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect both computer serial port (COM1 or
COM2) and audio matrix device RS-232 communication port, refer to 6.0.5.1 RS-232.
The computer can then be deployed to control the audio matrix after installing of
application software. Refer to 7.0.1 Software Introduction for a software control or
Appendix C RS-232 Communication Protocol for an individual configuration.
 IR2: Connect to the IR BOX. Refer to 6.0.3 IR2 Connection .
 Switcher: AX-88 supports 8 pins DIP switcher and 2 pins DIP switcher for connection
configurations. For more information, refer to 6.0.5 Connection ports and Switchers.
- Pin 1~Pin5: ID
- Pin 6: Master/Slave
- Pin 7: RS-232/LAN
- Pin 8: IP RESET
 RS-485: A connection port allows you to connect/control more than one Matrix product,
refer to 6.0.5.2 RS-485.
 Fire Alarm: A connector used for the connection of fire alarm system in a building. For
more information, refer to 6.0.5.7 Fire Alarm
 LAN Port: Use the RJ-45 connection cable to connect the Internet and the audio
matrix device. The entire PC at the same network can control the audio matrix device
through the LAN port. Refer to 6.0.5.3 LAN Port.