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User Guide
Graphics Encoders
QGE 100
Quantum Graphics Encoder
68-2178-01 Rev. A
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Precautions/Safety Instructions ii FCC, Copyright, and Trademark Information iii Safety Instructions • English Warning Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The third maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the (grounding) pin is a s
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FCC Class A Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The Class A limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated
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Conventions Used in this Guide Notifications In this user guide, the following are used: CAUTION: A caution indicates a potential hazard to equipment or data. NOTE: A note draws attention to important information. TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier. WARNING: A warning warns of things or actions that might cause injury, death, or other severe consequences. Software Commands Commands are written in the fonts shown here: ^AR Merge Scene,,Op1 scene 1,1 ^B
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Contents Using the QGE 100 Viewer Program ................. 34 Introduction............................................................ 1 Starting the Viewer Program ......................... 34 About this Guide ................................................ 1 The QGE 100 Viewer Window ...................... 35 About the QGE 100 Encoder............................... 1 Connecting to a QGE 100 Source.................. 38 QGE 100 Software .......................................... 2 Refreshing t
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QGE 100 • Contents vi
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Introduction This section gives an overview of the Extron QGE 100 Quantum Graphics Encoder, describes its significant features, and provides examples of application diagrams. The following topics are covered: • About this Guide • About the QGE 100 Encoder • Features • Functional Overview • Application Diagrams About this Guide This guide discusses how to install, configure, and operate the QGE 100. • Throughout this guide, the terms “QGE,” “QGE 100,” and “encoder” are used interchangeably to
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POWER DATA QUANTUM ELITE Quantum Elite Videowall Processor LAN STATUS QGE 100 QUANTUM GRAPHICS ENCODER Network Switch QGE 100 Quantum Graphics Source PC Encoder PC Running Viewer Software Figure 1. Source Computer, QGE 100, Quantum Processor, and Viewing PC on a Network QGE 100 Software Two software programs are provided with the QGE 100: • The QGE 100 Viewer software enables you to select a QGE on the network and view the desktop of a source computer. You are able to specify viewing parame
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Features The QGE 100 features the following: • Allows simple connection of a DVI or RGB source to an IP network. • Streams standard, routable IP packets on an existing network or a dedicated media network. • Lossless compression with 4:4:4, 24-bit color source reproduction maintains image fidelity while minimizing network bandwidth. • Is compatible with DVI input resolutions up to 1920x1200 and analog RGB input resolutions up to 1600x1200. • Auto-sensing and flexible signal acquisition c
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Viewing the QGE 100 Data Stream Streamed QGE 100 data can be decoded and displayed using any of the following viewing platforms: • A Quantum Elite Videowall Processor (multicast mode only) • A computer running QGE 100 Viewer software • A computer running QGE 100 Administrator software Managing the Network Use the QGE 100 Administrator software to configure the image stream and IP address settings of QGE 100 units. Image streams The following user-definable settings are available on the QGE 10
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EDID Management Extended display identification data (EDID) is a communications protocol or instruction set for the identification of a monitor to a source computer that is using the DDC (Display Data Channel) transmission standard. EDID information consists of the native resolution, the vertical interval refresh rate, and pixel clock information about the connected monitor. After receiving this information, the source device outputs the optimal video format for the display based on the pro
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Supported Source Formats The table below lists the resolutions and refresh rates supported by the QGE 100. Source Resolution Digital Analog Source Resolution Digital Analog BIOS and Startup Wide Modes 640x350 @ 85 Hz X 1152x864 @ 75 Hz X X 640x400 @ 85 Hz X 1280x768 @ 60 Hz X X 720x400 @ 70 Hz X 1280x960 @ 60 Hz X X 720x400 @ 85 Hz X 1280x960 @ 75 Hz X X VGA 1365x768 @ 60 Hz X X 640x480 @ 60 Hz X X SXGA 640x480 @ 72 Hz X X 1280x1024 @ 60 Hz X X 640x480 @ 75 Hz X X 1280x1024 @ 75 Hz X 640x480 @ 8
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Application Diagrams Multicast Streaming POWER DATA QUANTUM ELITE Extron Quantum Elite Videowall Processor Projection Cubes Extron QGE 100 Quantum Graphics LAN Encoder PERIPHPC COM 1 COM 2 12V DC OUT IN REG 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to DVI-I DVI-I qualified service personnel DVI/ DVI/ RGB RGB PC with QGE 100 PC with QGE 100 Viewer software Viewer software Source PC Unicast Streaming with Keyboard and Mouse Control Extron QGE 100 Quantum Graphics Encoder PERIPHPC
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Installation and Operation This section provides the steps to install the QGE 100. It also describes the front and rear panel components and provides instructions for cabling and operating the encoder. The following topics are included: • Installation Overview • Rear Panel Features • Connecting the Source Computer to the QGE 100 • Connecting the QGE 100 to the Network • Connecting Power to the Unit • Connection Diagrams • Front Panel Features Installation Overview To install and set up the QG
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Rear Panel Features Reserved for 3 4 5 1 2 Future Use PERIPH PC COM 1 COM 2 OUTIN 12V DC IN REG 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to DVI-I DVI-I qualified service personnel 9 8 7 6 Figure 5. QGE 100 Rear Panel a Power connector — Connect the provided 12 VDC power supply to this female 3-pin mini DIN connector (see “Connecting Power to the Unit” for the connection procedure and important cautions). b Ethernet port — Connect a straight-through patch cable between this shielded RJ-45
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Connecting the Source Computer to the QGE 100 Video data from the source computer is streamed over the network via the QGE 100 to be viewed on another computer or a Quantum Elite processor. The QGE 100 is compatible with both digital and analog computer graphics signals. NOTE: If you do not intend to use keyboard and mouse control of the source computer through the QGE 100, omit steps 1, 2, 5, and 6 (connecting the QGE between the source computer and its keyboard and mouse). (See “Mouse an
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Digital Connections Analog Connections C2 1 C1 8 C5 9 17 24 C3 C4 Female DVI Connector Analog Portion of DVI Connector Pin Function Pin Pin Signal Signal Pin Signal C1 Red signal 1 TMDS data 2– 9 TMDS data 1– 17 TMDS data 0– C2 Green signal 2 TMDS data 2+ 10 TMDS data 1+ 18 TMDS data 0+ Blue signal C3 3 Ground (2/4 ) 11 Ground (1/3) 19 Ground (0/5) C4 Horizontal sync 4 TMDS data 4- 12 TMDS data 3- 20 TMDS data 5- C5 Ground 5 TMDS data 4+ 13 TMDS data 3+ 21 TMDS data 5+ 6 DDC clock
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2. Plug the DVI-A connector of the adapter into the QGE DVI-I Out port. Analog to DVI Analog Monitor Adapter To QGE 100 DVI I Out Port Figure 8. Connecting the Monitor of an Analog Source Computer to the Analog to DVI Adapter NOTE: If you use a monitor cable or adapter other than the one provided with the QGE 100, ensure that all pins are properly interconnected; otherwise, the computer graphics card or monitor may not operate correctly. Connecting the QGE 100 to the Network Source content
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2. When the QGE 100 encoder is delivered, the following default addresses are set for it: • IP address: 172.28.231.98 • Subnet mask: 255.255.000.000 If you need to change these addresses, use the QGE 100 Administrator software to enter new addresses (see the “Software Configuration and Control” section for detailed procedures). The IP address must be within the range of addresses that have been specified for your network and cannot be in use by another network device. The subnet mask must a
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CAUTIONS: • Do not permanently fix the power supply to the building structure or similar structures. • Do not place the power supply within environmental air handling spaces or the wall cavity. • The installation must be in accordance with the applicable provisions of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, Article 725 and the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, Section 16. • The power supply must be located in the same vicinity as the Extron AV processing equipment, in an ordinary locati
