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User Guide
Matrix Switchers
MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 Series
VGA Matrix Switchers
68-877-01 Rev. E
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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 mainte- equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The third nance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment. (grounding) pin is a safety feature, do not attempt to bypass or disable it. This symbol is
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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: This device may not cause harmful interference. 1. 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 in
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Conventions Used in this Guide In this user guide, the following are used: NOTE: A note draws attention to important information. TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier. CAUTION: A caution indicates a potential hazard to equipment or data. WARNING: A warning warns of things or actions that might cause injury, death, or other severe consequences. Commands are written in the fonts shown here: ^AR Merge Scene,,Op1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C [01] R 0004 00300 00400
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Contents Introduction ............................................ 1 Remote Operation .................................36 About this Guide ............................................. 1 IR Remote Control ......................................... 36 About the Switchers ........................................ 1 Simple Instruction Set Control ........................ 37 Features ........................................................... 2 Host-to-Switcher Instructions ..................... 37 Sw
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MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Contents vi
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Introduction • About this Guide • About the Switchers • Features About this Guide This guide contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the Extron® MVX VGA Matrix Switchers. About the Switchers The Extron MVX Series VGA matrix switchers (see figure 1) is a family of computer video matrix switchers that distribute any VGA or component/HDTV video (or other high resolution video) and audio input to any combination of outputs. The MVX Series switchers can route multiple
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NOTE: The switchers can also distribute S-video and composite video with applicable adapters. The MVX switcher can be locally controlled from the front panel or remotely controlled via its rear panel RS-232 serial port or an optional IR 501 Small Matrix Infrared (IR) Remote Control (part number 70-336-01). Features Video — These switchers input and output VGA – UXGA RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs video, or component/HDTV signals on 15-pin HD female connectors. Bandwidth — Bandwidth is 300 MHz (–3
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Upgradeable firmware — The firmware that controls the operation of the switcher can be upgraded in the field via the RS-232 port, without taking the switcher out of service. Firmware upgrades are available for download on the Extron website, www.extron.com, and they can be installed using the Windows-based control program. Global memory presets — Sixteen global memory presets are a time-saving feature that lets you set up and store input/output configurations in advance. You can then recall
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Installation This sections details the installation of the MVX VGA Matrix Switchers, including: • Mounting the Switcher • Cabling and Rear Panel Views Mounting the Switcher CAUTION: Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only. Detailed mounting instructions can be found in the “Reference Information“ section at the end of this guide. The 1U high matrix switchers can be placed on a tabletop or mounted on a rack shelf. Use the included hardware for rack mounting. Cabl
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LR Video and Audio Input Connections 1 a RGB video inputs — Connect the analog computer-video sources to these 15-pin HD female connectors. NOTE: Most laptop or notebook computers have an external video port, but they require special commands to output the video to that connector. Also, a laptop screen shuts off once that port is activated. See the user guide for the computer for details, or contact the Extron S3 Sales and Technical Support Hotline for a list of common laptop keyboard comm
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NOTES: • The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm). • If the stripped section of wire is longer than 3/16 inch, the exposed wires may touch, causing a short circuit. • If the stripped section of wire is shorter than 3/16 inch, wires can be easily pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws. • Figure 4 on the preceding page identifies the tip, ring, and sleeve. A mono audio connector consists of the tip and sleeve. A stereo audio connector co
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Power Connection e AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord into this connector to connect the switcher to a 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power source. MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Introduction 7
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Operation This section describes the front panel operation of the MVX VGA Matrix Switcher, including: • Front Panel Controls and Indicators • Operations • Optimizing the Audio • Troubleshooting • Worksheets Front Panel Controls and Indicators The number of input and output buttons and LEDs that each MVX Series VGA matrix switcher provides varies with the number of inputs and outputs. Figure 6 shows the front panel of an 8-input, 8-output video and audio switcher. Other switcher models have few
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Infrared Sensor and Power/audio/data LED a Infrared remote sensor — This sensor receives infrared (IR) signals from the optional IR 501 small matrix universal remote control. The IR remote control must be pointed within 30 degrees of this sensor for best results. Operation of the IR 501 remote control is described in the IR 501 Small Matrix IR Remote Control User Guide. NOTE: Keep the switcher out of bright light to prevent interference with the IR signals from the IR 501 remote control. b P
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Control Buttons and LEDs e Enter button — The Enter button saves changes when you set up a new configuration. To create a simple configuration: • Specify video, audio, or both (see controls [item g] and [item h]). • Press the desired input button (item c). • Press one or more desired output buttons (item d). • Press the Enter button. f Preset button and LED — The Preset button activates either Save Preset mode or Recall Preset mode. Save Preset mode saves a configuration as a preset. Recall Pr
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i Audio Setup LED — The Audio Setup LED lights red to indicate that the switcher is in Audio Setup mode. See “Adjusting Input Audio Gain and Attenuation” on page 23. Alternate IR error function — The Audio Setup LED also indicates errors when you use an IR 501 small matrix remote control. The LED lights for approximately 1 second when the switcher receives an unexpected or out-of-sequence IR command from the remote control. The switcher otherwise ignores the command. < < j Down ( ) button a
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Operations The following paragraphs define matrix switcher terms and then detail the power-up process and then provide sample procedures for creating ties, sets of ties, and configurations; changing a configuration; viewing ties, sets of ties, and configurations; saving a preset; recalling a preset; viewing and adjusting the audio level; and selecting the front panel security lockout. Definitions The following Extron matrix switcher terms are used throughout this manual: Tie — An input-to-ou
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Creating a Set of Ties You can create a set of ties, changing the current configuration, by using the front panel buttons. Change the current configuration as follows: 1. Select video, audio, or both to configure by pressing the I/O button as necessary. 2. Select the desired input and one or more outputs by pressing the input and output buttons. 3. Press and release the Enter button. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to create additional ties until the desired configuration is complete. NOTES: • On
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3. Select the outputs: Press and release the output 3, output 4, and output 8 buttons. NOTE: The entire set of ties can be canceled at this point by by waiting for the 5-second input/output button timeout to occur. Press and release the Output 3, 4, and 8 buttons. OUTPUTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 The LEDs blink to indicate that the selected input will be tied to these outputs. 4. Confirm the change: Press and release the Enter button. Press the Enter button to The LEDs for the selected input and the co
