The Savant® SmartLink Matrix Switchers Quick Reference Guide provides information necessary to install the SLN-88BT, SLN-86BT, or SLN-84BT.

IMPORTANT! The HDBaseT connections on the SmartLink Matrix are 5Play compliant and feature Power over HDBaseT (PoH) which can supply power to compatible HDBaseT receivers. Read the HDBaseT Connections section before making any connections or powering on the matrix to avoid damaging any connected devices.

Box Contents(1) Savant SmartLink (SLN-88BT/SLN-86BT/SLN-84BT)

(1) Installation Kit (075-0098-xx):

(2) Rack Ears

(4) M3 x 8 mm Flat Phillips Screws (039-0017-xx)

(1) Power cord C13 (6 feet) (N. America) (064-0079-xx) or international version

(1) Quick Reference Guide (this document)

Required System Components• Savant Host (HST-xxxx or SVR-Xxxx)

• Savant Controller (SSP-xxxx/SSC-xxxx/SSA-4xxxx)

• Ethernet Network (See Network Requirements)

• Control Device(s) (Savant TrueControl App / SSR-xxxx / SUR-xxxx)

Optional Accessories• SmartLink HDBaseT Receiver(s) (HRX-SLN501)

• Infrared (IR) Emitter Single Pack (IRB-1000)

• Infrared (IR) Emitter 10 Pack (IRB-1010)

SpecificationsEnvironmentalEnvironmental

Temperature 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)

Humidity 10% to 90% Relative Humidity (non-condensing)

Cooling 25 cubic feet per minute (CFM) recommended.

Maximum BTUs 512 BTUs per hour

Noise Normal Operation condition: 52 dB Average

Dimensions and WeightDimensions and Weight

Height 5.21 in (13.23 cm)

Width 17.30 in (43.94 cm)

Depth 12.94 in (32.88 cm)

Weight Shipping: 20.50 lb (9.29 kg)

Rack Space 3U

PowerPower

Input Power100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz, (1.8 Amp maximum)

Input PowerStandard 3 prong IEC C14 connector

Nominal PowerNorth America: 150 Watts (40 VA) for 120V AC, 60Hz

Nominal PowerEurope: 150 Watts (50 VA) for 230V AC, 50Hz

Maximum PowerNorth America: 200 Watts (40 VA) for 120V AC, 60Hz

Maximum PowerEurope: 200 Watts (50 VA) for 230V AC, 50Hz

Power Connection IEC 320 power connector with 3-pole detachable power cordComplianceCompliance

Safety and Emissions FCC Part 15 | S Mark | CE Mark | C-Tick

RoHS Compliant

Minimum Release RequirementMinimum Release Requirement

Savant OS da Vinci 5.2.2

HDBaseT ConnectionsPower over HDBaseT (PoH)Power over HDBaseT allows for 5Play compliant HDBaseT receivers to receive power on the same cable as the audio, video, IR, RS-232, and Ethernet.This eliminates the need for a power supply connected to the receiver.

When non 5Play compliant receivers are used, PoH must be turned off on the matrixes link port before making any connections to the SmartLink Matrix.

Refer to the HDBaseT Configuration section of the SmartLink Blueprint Deployment Guide-009-1061-xx located on the Savant Portal for details on how to turn PoH off.

HDBaseT ProtocolWhile similar in nature to Ethernet, HDBaseT is different and PoH has different specifications than PoE. The HDBaseT connections should never be connected to a network router or switch. Doing so may cause damage to connected equipment.

Front Panel

1 On/Off (hole)

To Place into Standby Mode: Insert a pin into hole for about 8 seconds.To Remove from Standby Mode: Insert a pin for about 1 second.The I/O power switch on the back of Chassis must be in the On (I) position in order to place the unit into standby mode.To turn the power off for the entire system, set the power switch to Off (O).See Rear Panel item 13

2 Reset (hole) Insert pin into hole for about 10 seconds to reset the Static IP address.

3 Power LED

Green indicates the system has adequate power and is operating normally.Red indicates the system is in standby mode. The Switcher hardware has power, but the embedded processor is shut off and in the standby mode.Off indicates that the system is not receiving power.

4 CPU Status LED

Green Solid: Host has established communications with the embedded system.Green Flashing: Embedded system is ready, but no communication has been established with the host.Off: Indicates the embedded processor is resetting or is powered up; and is booting the embedded firmware.Red Solid: Host has determined the firmware needs to be updated, but a problem occurred during the process that will initiate a reset.Red Flashing: Firmware is running, but has not received a DHCP IP Address.Amber: Host is currently updating the embedded firmware.Amber Flashing: Embedded system has a valid link-local IP Address, and is waiting to connect to the host.Hardware Failure: Status LED indication will be interrupted every 3 seconds with a Solid Red indication. Example: If the status LED is Flashing Green when a hardware failure occurs, the LED will alternate between Flashing Green and Solid Red at three-second intervals.

Network RequirementsSavant requires the use of business class/commercial grade network equipment throughout the network to ensure the reliability of communication between devices. These higher quality components also allow for more accurate troubleshooting when needed.

Connect all Savant devices to the same local area network (LAN), virtual local area network (VLAN), or subnet as the host. Savant recommends not implementing any type of traffic or packet shaping in your network topology for the Savant devices as this may interfere with performance.

Network ConfigurationTo ensure that the IP address will not change due to a power outage, a static IP address or DHCP reservation should be configured. Savant recommends using DHCP reservation within the router. By using this method, static IPs for all devices can be managed from a single UI avoiding the need to access devices individually.

Setting DHCP reservation varies from router to router. Refer to the documentation for the router on how to configure DHCP reservation.

Network ChangesThe SmartLink Matrix requires rebooting after connecting to a new network, changing routers, or if the IP address range is changed in the current router.

To reboot the matrix, preform one of the following steps:• Cycle Power

Disconnect the controller from the AC power source for 15 seconds and then reconnect.

• Hot Plug the Ethernet (LAN) ConnectionDisconnect the Ethernet (LAN) connection from the controller for 15 seconds and then reconnect.

Note: Resetting the unit via the front panel will set the network connection to DHCP. Keep this in mind for units that are set to a static IP address.

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Rear Panel

Note: SLN-88BT Shown. Other models have fewer outputs based on model number.

SLN-84BT - 8 inputs / 4 outputsSLN-86BT - 8 inputs / 6 outputsSLN-88BT - 8 inputs / 8 outputs

1 HDMI Output 19-pin Type A HDMI female digital video/audio output: Supports HDMI, DVI/D (requires adapter, not included) Limited to 185 MHz pixel clock. Note: Use of this output overrides HDBaseT output.

2 Link

8-pin shielded RJ-45 female HDBaseT 5Play compliant: Connect to SmartLink receivers or other HDBaseT 5Play compliant devices via a Cat 5e/6/7 cable to extend audio, video, IR, RS-232, and Ethernet. Supplies power to 5Play compliant devices via Power over HDBaseT (PoH). Note: Cannot be used simultaneously with HDMI output. Use of HDMI out overrides HDBaseT link.See the HDBaseT Connections section before making any connections.

3 LAN

8-pin RJ-45 10/100 Base-T, auto-negotiating port with Link/Activity LEDs used for IP network passthrough to HDBaseT zones.Link/Activity LEDGreen: Ethernet link has been established.Green Flashing: Ethernet activity.Off: Ethernet link has not been established.Speed LEDGreen indicates an Ethernet speed of 100 Mb.

4 IR

4-pin Screw Down Plug in Connector (3.81 mm):IR Out: Sends IR signals transmitted from an HDBaseT receiver located at the endpoint to a Savant or 3rd party controller. This port can connect to an IR Flasher directly to an IR IN port on a device.IR IN: Receives IR Signals from a Savant or 3rd party controller to be transmitted to an HDBaseT receiver located at the endpoint.May be used simultaneously with RS-232 passthrough.IMPORTANT! See section IR In/Out Port Wiring for IR wiring precautions.

5 RS-232 Passthrough

8-pin RJ-45 female: Used to send and receive data to and from devices located at the endpoint when a receiver is used. Can be used simultaneously with IR In and Out.

6 HDMI Input19-pin type A HDMI female digital video/audio input: Supports HDMI, DVI/D (requires adapter, not included) Limited to 185 MHz pixel clock.

7 S/PDIF Digital Coax

RCA Female S/PDIF Outputs (digital coax): Connect to digital coax inputs on SSA-3220 or any device with a digital coax input.

8 LAN

8-pin RJ-45 10/100 base-T, auto-negotiating port with link/activity LEDs used for a single-point connection to a home network or corporate LAN.Link/Activity LED:Amber: Ethernet link has been established.Amber Flashing: Ethernet activity.Off: Ethernet link has not been established.Speed LED:Green indicates an Ethernet speed of 100 Mb.

9 RS-232 RJ-45 female-connector port: Connect to 3rd party controller for control or computer for debugging.

10 Input Power 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz

11 Power SwitchOn/Off switch - I is used to power the controller to the On state. O is used to power the controller to the Off state.

12 Fuse 250V, 2.5A Fast acting field-replaceable fuse.

Web User Interface (Web UI) The SmartLink Matrix contains a Web UI that is used for configuration and testing. See the Web UI section of the SmartLink Blueprint Deployment Guide located on the Savant Portal for details on how to access and use the Web UI.

Passthrough Control PortsEach output on the matrix has an IR In, IR Out, and RS-232 port that are used to send signals from a Savant controller to an HDBaseT receiver located at the endpoint. These ports are also used to send signals from the endpoint to the Savant controller and/or devices used by the system. Signals sent into these ports are transmitted to the remote device via HDBaseT, and the reverse for the return signals.

IR In/Out Port Wiring

IMPORTANT! IR Wiring Precautions

• Wire runs longer than 15 ft can experience an interruption in IR signal that can degrade IR performance. Ensure that all IR emitters are within 15 ft from the chassis or receiver location.

• Use of 3rd party flashing IR emitters with Talk Back is not recommended. These types of emitters can draw voltage away from the IR signal that can degrade IR performance.

IR Connector Pinout

RS-232 Passthrough Port WiringWiring for these ports differs from the Savant standard with pin 5 and pin 6 functionality being reversed. The diagram below shows the wiring for the Savant side, the opposite side pins will vary based on the device being connected.

RJ-45 to DB9 AdaptersSavant uses RJ-45 connectors for RS-232/422/485, other manufacturers control systems may use the standard DB9. To make connection easy, Savant offers RJ-45 to DB9 adapters in a variety of configurations that can be used to connect to SmartLink for RS-232/422/485 control. Be sure and choose the adapter that provides a proper connection to the control systems RS-232/422/485 port. Refer to the manufacturers support for the control systems configuration.For more information on Savant RJ-45 to DB9 adapters, see RS-232 Conversion to DB9 and RS-422/485 Pinout application note located on the Savant Portal.

IMPORTANT! If you are using RJ-45 to DB9 adapters not supplied by Savant:

• Ensure that any wires required for communication/control are terminated within the adapter.

• Ensure that all wires NOT required for communication/control are NOT terminated in the connecter.

• Ensure that the unused wires in the connector are cut to prevent them shorting out, as they are still terminated in the RJ-45 connector on the controller side.

Additional DocumentationAdditional Documentation is available on the Savant Portal.Knowledge Base > Savant Hardware > HDBaseT

• Deployment GuideSmartLink Blueprint Deployment Guide-009-1061-xx

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Savant Systems, LLC reserves the right to change product specifications without notice.

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