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Altinex MX2216RM manual

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  • Page 1

    SWITCHERS MANUAL PART NUMBER: 400-0064-002 PRODUCT REVISION: 2 MX2216RM 6 - IN, 1 - OUT RGBS SWITCHER USER’S GUIDE[...]

  • Page 2

    SWITCHERS 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the MX2216RM Switcher. We are sure you will find it a reliable and useful product. Superior performance for the right price backed by solid technical and customer support is what we have to offer. The product you are holding in your hands is designed using state-of-the-art technology and is superior[...]

  • Page 3

    SWITCHERS 2 PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS 1 Please read this manual carefully before using your MX2216RM Switcher. Keep this manual handy for future reference. These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your MX2216RM and to prevent fire and shock hazard. Please read them carefully and heed all warnings. 1.1 GENERAL • Unauthorized pe[...]

  • Page 4

    SWITCHERS 3 cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. • Any changes or modifications to the unit not expressly approved by Altinex, Inc. could void the user’s[...]

  • Page 5

    SWITCHERS 4 Output Sync Signal Composite Sync TTL(+/-), Analog 0.3-1.0V Sync on Green -0.3V Impedance pass-through Frequency Compatibility Horizontal 15-200 kHz Vertical 30-190 Hz Typical Video Bandwidth 400 MHz Cross-talk -48dB @ 10 MHz Coupling DC Power External Power Adapter 90-140V/200-240V (selectable) Power Consumption 10 watts max. Table 3. [...]

  • Page 6

    SWITCHERS 5 The front panel of the MX2216RM provides access to essentially all of the switcher’s capabilities. In addition to standard switching functions, the unit has control and switching functions that could be very useful in a variety of special applications. 4.1 SELECT INPUT When buttons 1 through 6 are pressed, the corresponding INPUT will[...]

  • Page 7

    SWITCHERS 6 In addition to forward connection, the MX2216RM can be connected in a reverse direction. In this configuration one video source is selectively sent to each of the video monitors. This capability is referred to as bi-directional switching. In this configuration only one display device can be operational at any given time. APPLICATION DIA[...]

  • Page 8

    SWITCHERS 7 OPERATION 7 7.1 RS-232 CONTROL The MX2216RM Switcher uses a female 9-pin HD connector on its rear panel that allows access to a variety of control capabilities. PIN No. PIN Designation 1 No connection 2 RS-232 Transmit 3 RS-232 Receive 4 No connection 5 Ground 6 Multiple Switcher Loop Control 7 Analog Switch Voltage Input 8 +5 V (150 mA[...]

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    SWITCHERS 8 The MX2216RM Switcher is also designed to send feedback commands from the switcher to the control system when the buttons on the front panel of the switcher are pressed. The Feedback codes are as follows: Key pressed Description Feedback Code 1 Input Select [INP1] 2 Input Select [INP2] 3 Input Select [INP3] 4 Input Select [INP4] 5 Input[...]

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    SWITCHERS 9 With this configuration, the master unit has ultimate control over the slave unit. 7.4 CONTACT CLOSURE (ONE WIRE ANALOG) CONTROL The one-wire control is an alternative to a multi- wire contact closure control. This control pin allows you to select different channels based on the DC voltage level on pin 7 of the 9 pin D connector. Intern[...]

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    SWITCHERS 10 The loop control pin has an internal 100k resistor to +5volts. This limits the number of switchers looped to a maximum of 10 switchers that are daisy chained together using this method. More specifically, the output of one switcher is connected to INPUT 6 of the next switcher. Once loop control is enabled, these switchers will automati[...]

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    SWITCHERS 11 ACCESSORIES 8 Model No. Description TABLE MOUNT HARDWARE TM1276 Table Mount bracket for 2U ½ Rack- Wide RACK MOUNTING ACCESSORIES DA1298RM Rack mount shelf for two units side by side DA1299RM Rack mount kit for single unit. CONTROL CABLES RC5204CC Analog to contact Closure Adapter 6 ft RC5207CC RS-232/Master-Slave Control cable HIGH R[...]

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    SWITCHERS 12 Switcher be used outside of the United States? supply, enabling it to be used throughout the world. Please make sure to have the voltage setting in the correct position and please make sure to use the proper adapter cable for the country where it will be used. Adapter cables for several countries are available through Altinex. 7 How do[...]

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    SWITCHERS 13 ALTINEX POLICY 11 11.1 LIMITED WARRANTY Altinex warrants that its products and cables are free from defects in materials under normal use and service. This warranty is limited to repairing at company’s factory any part or parts of the product, which upon company’s examination shall disclose to be, thus defective. Products considere[...]