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TPX 88 and TPX 88 A
Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher
Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher with Local Audio Outputs
68-733-01 Rev. C
12 05
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Precautions 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 maintenance equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment. third (grounding) pin is a safety feature, do not attempt to bypass or disable it. Th
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Quick Start — TPX Matrix Switchers Step 4 Installation If desired, connect a control system or computer Step 1 — Turn off power to the Remote (RS-232/RS-422) port. Step 2 Cable the switcher for twisted pair input and output. See Termination of TP cable in chapter 2, Installation, to properly terminate the RJ-45 connectors. Pin RS-232 Function RS-422 Function Gnd Gnd Signal ground Gnd Signal ground Side Clip Down TP/VTT transmitters and receivers TX- — Not used TX- Transmit data (-) 12345678 RGB
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Quick Start — TPX 88 Matrix Switchers, cont’d View button selects a view-only mode that prevents inadvertent configuration changes. Esc button cancels selections in progress and resets the front panel LEDs. The Esc button does not reset the current configuration, the Video and Audio LEDs, any presets, or any audio gain/ attenuation settings. (TPX 88 A only) I/O button selects/deselects video and/or audio. The I/O button also selects the audio level adjust mode. (TPX 88 A only) Video and audio
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 � Introduction ....................................................................................................... 1-1 About the TPX 88 Manual ............................................................................................... 1-2 About the TP A/V System ................................................................................................ 1-2 TP cable advantages ................................................................................
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Table of Contents, cont’d Viewing and adjusting the input audio level (TPX 88 A only) ...................................... 3-20 Example 7: Viewing and adjusting an input audio level............................................. 3-20 Viewing and adjusting the output volume (TPX 88 A only).......................................... 3-22 Example 8: Viewing and adjusting an output volume level ....................................... 3-23 Muting and unmuting the local audio (TPX 88 A only) ..........
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Appendix A � Reference Information .......................................................................... A-1 Specifications....................................................................................................................... A-2 Part Numbers ....................................................................................................................... A-4 Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher part numbers ....................................................................
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Table of Contents, cont’d iv TPX 88 Matrix Switchers � Table of Contents
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TPX 88 Twisted Pair Matrix Switchers Chapter One 1 Introduction About the TPX 88 Manual About the TP A/V System About Both TPX Switcher Models About the TPX 88 A Switchers Features
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Intr Intr oduction, cont’d oduction About the TPX 88 Manual This manual provides installation, operation, and maintenance information for the Extron TPX 88 and TPX 88 A matrix switchers. The TPX switchers are 8-input by 8-output matrix switchers for routing the signals that Extron twisted pair (TP) transmitters and receivers use to distribute video and audio signals in an A/V system. In this manual, the term “TPX 88” is generally used to identify both twisted pair matrix switchers. If a specif
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Extron twisted pair products’ attributes Component/ Fl amily MV ode RGBH Se -videoCo omposit Audi HDTV 1 Optional Stereo Ts P T 15HD AV Yl eOl ptiona Optiona 1 Yes (2) Ts P T 15HD A Yl eOl ptionaOl ptionaOo ptiona Stere TP T 15HD 45/ Yl esOl ptionaOl ptionaOo ptiona Stere TP T A 45 Transmitters Ts P T BNC Yl eOl ptionaOl ptiona Optiona No Ts P T BNC DA4 Yl eOl ptionaOl ptiona Optiona No TP Ts P T 460/468 Yl eOl ptionaOl ptionaOo ptiona Stere TP T AV No No No Yo es Stere 1 Optional Stereo ✡ Ts P
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Introduction, cont’d Extron twisted pair products’ attributes (continued) Component/ Fl amily MV ode RGBH Se -videoCo omposit Audi HDTV Ms TP R 15HD A Yl eOl ptionaOl ptiona Optiona Yes* Ms TP RL 15HD A Yl eOl ptionaOl ptiona Optiona Yes* Ms TP RL 15HD A SEQ Yl eOl ptionaOl ptiona Optiona Yes* Ms TP R 15HD RS Yl eOl ptionaOl ptiona Optiona No Ms TP RL 15HD RS Yl eOl ptionaOl ptiona Optiona No Ms TP RL 15HD RS SEQYl eOl ptionaOl ptiona Optiona No Ms TP Receiver MTP R SV Yes No No No No ✝ MTP R SV
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Transmission distances The minimum reliable transmission distance between transmitters and receivers is 50 feet for most models. The maximum distance is determined by the output frequency, resolution, and the transmitter/receiver family. The table below lists the recommended maximum transmission distances for most transmitter/receiver families using Extron Enhanced Skew-Free A/V UTP cable, terminated with CAT 5 rated connectors. Refer to each product’s user manual to determine the ranges for t
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AUD I O COMPUTER BUFFERED H-SH I FT I NPUT LOCAL MON I TOR TP T 15HD A AUDI O COMPUTER BUFFERED H-SHI FT I NPUT LOCAL MONI TOR TP T 15HD A Introduction, cont’d About Both TPX Switcher Models The TPX switchers are single box solutions to simple twisted pair routing applications (figure 1-1). Each input and output is individually isolated and buffered, and any input(s) can be switched to any one or all outputs with virtually no crosstalk or signal noise between channels. Extron VTT001 Video Came
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The TPX switcher can be remotely controlled via its Remote (RS-232/RS-422) port. ™ ™ The switchers are programmed with Extron’s Simple Instruction Set (SIS ), a set of basic ASCII code commands that provide simple control through a third party control system or PC without programming long, obscure strings of code. The Remote port can be connected to a control system, a PC, or an Extron MCP 1000 remote control panel and/or MKP 1000 remote keypad, MKP 2000 remote control panel, or MKP 3000 remote
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Introduction, cont’d Features Inputs — These switchers accept 8 sets of TP signals that are input from Extron twisted pair transmitters on TP cable terminated with RJ-45 connectors. Each transmitter creates the proprietary signal from its RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs, HDTV, component video, S-video, or composite video input. Most transmitters also include either digital or differential analog audio on the proprietary signal. TP outputs — These switchers output 8 sets of TP signals for use by Extr
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Audio output volume (TPX 88 A only) — The audio level of each local output can be adjusted through a range of 100% (no attenuation) to 0% (full attenuation). The audio level can be adjusted under front panel or RS-232/RS-422 control. Switching flexibility — Provides individually buffered, independent matrix switched outputs with audio follow and audio breakaway for the TPX 88 A. � Any input to any or all outputs � Quick multiple tie — Multiple inputs can be switched to multiple outputs simultane
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Introduction, cont’d Global memory presets — 16 global memory presets are a time-saving feature that lets you set up and store input/output configurations in advance and then recall those configurations when needed with a few simple steps. I/O grouping — Allows the matrix to be virtually divided into up to four smaller sub-switchers, making installation and control easier. I/O grouping allows specific outputs, such as those for a specific family of twisted pair receivers, with a specific signal
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TPX 88 Twisted Pair Matrix Switchers Chapter Two 2 Installation Mounting the Switcher Cabling and Rear Panel Views
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Installation, cont’d Installation Mounting the Switcher The TPX switchers are housed in rack-mountable, 1U high, 17" wide metal enclosures. The appropriate rack mount kit is included with the switchers, allowing you to mount the switcher in a standard 19" rack. Rack mount the switcher as follows: 1. If rubber feet were installed on the bottom of the switcher, remove them. 2. Attach the rack mount brackets to the switcher with eight #8 machine screws, provided (figure 2-1). Figure 2-1 — Rack mo
