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    ISM 482 & ISM 182 Integration Scaling Matrix Switchers 68-576-01 Rev. C 11 04[...]

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    This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment. This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock. Caution Read Instructions ?[...]

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    QS-1 Quick Start — Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher Installation Step 1 T urn off power to the ISM 182 or ISM 482 and the input and output devices, and remove the power cords fr om them. Step 2 Install four rubber feet on the bottom of the ISM or mount the ISM in a rack. Step 3 Connect up to eight computer/RGB video, component video, S-video, [...]

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    Quick Start — Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher , cont’d QS-2 Step 8 If desired, connect a network W AN or LAN hub, a control system, or computer to the Ethernet RJ-45 port. For connection to a network hub, router , or switch, wire the network interface cable as a straight-through cable. For connection to a computer or control system, wire th[...]

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    i Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Table of Contents T able of Contents Chapter 1 • Introduction ....................................................................................................... 1-1 About this Manual ............................................................................................................. 1-2 Abou[...]

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    ii Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Table of Contents T able of Contents, cont’d Blanking submenu ............................................................................................ 3-12 RGB Delay submenu .......................................................................................... 3-12 Auto Imaging and Auto Memories [...]

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    iii Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Table of Contents Chapter 5 • Switcher Software ......................................................................................... 5-1 Control Softwar e for Windows ® .................................................................................. 5-2 Installing the software ..................[...]

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    iv Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Table of Contents T able of Contents, cont’d 68-576-01 Rev. C 11 04 All trademarks mentioned in this manual ar e the pr operties of their respective owners. Appendix A • Ethernet Connection .............................................................................. A-1 Ether net Link ...............[...]

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    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher 1 Chapter One Intr oduction About this Manual About the Switcher Features[...]

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    Introduction, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Introduction 1-2 Introduction About this Manual This manual contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the Extron ISM 182 and ISM 482 Integration Scaling Matrix switchers. The ISM 182 and ISM 482 are similar in function and operation; the dif ferences exist in s[...]

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    1-3 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Introduction Podium PC Projector Projector Extron ISM 482 Codec RS-232 VCR Laptop 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 0 0 - 2 4 0 5 0 /6 0 H z 1 . 2 A M A X . R 1 G B H /H V R 2 G B H /H V R 3 G B H /H V R I N P U T S 4 G B H / H V R 5 G B H / H V R 6 G B H / H V R 7 G B H / H V R 8 G B H / H V R 1 O U T P U T S 1 2 R S - [...]

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    Introduction, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Introduction 1-4 Features Inputs — V ideo inputs — The ISM switches among eight fully-configurable RGB, HDTV component video (ISM 482), component video, S-video, and composite video inputs on five BNC connectors per input. Audio inputs — The ISM switches among eight balanced or un[...]

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    1-5 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Introduction T est patterns — The switcher features built-in test patterns to aid in monitor or projector set-up and evaluation. Blue mode — The switcher can be set to output the blue video signal only , to help installers calibrate the monitor or projector . T riple-Action Switching ™ (RGB delay) ?[...]

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    Introduction, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Introduction 1-6[...]

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    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher 2 Chapter T wo Installation Mounting the Switcher Cabling and Rear Panel V iews Configuration[...]

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    Installation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Installation 2-2 Installation Mounting the Switcher Four uninstalled rubber feet are included with the switcher . If you are going to rack mount the switcher , mount it befor e you cable it (see Rack mounting , below), and do not install the rubber feet. If you are not rack mounting the[...]

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    2-3 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Installation Cabling and Rear Panel Views All connectors are on the rear panel (figur e 2-2). 100 - 240 50/60 Hz 1.2A MAX. 12 H/HV V 3 H/HV V INPUTS 4 H/HV V 5 H/HV V 6 H/HV V 7 H/HV V R/R-Y 8 G/Y VID B/C B-Y R/R-Y G/Y VID B/C B-Y R/R-Y G/Y VID B/C B-Y R/R-Y G/Y VID B/C B-Y R/R-Y G/Y VID B/C B-Y R/R-Y G/Y[...]

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    Installation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Installation 2-4 3 Input audio connectors — Connect balanced or unbalanced stereo or mono audio to these 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors. Connectors are included with the seamless switcher , but you must supply the audio cable. Figure 2-4 shows how to wire a connector for the [...]

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    2-5 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Installation Output connections The two Output 1 outputs, consisting of five BNC connectors and a 15-pin HD connector , output the identical video signal and the same sync format. The two Output 2 outputs are also identical to each other . 4 V ideo output BNC connectors — Connect RGB video displays to t[...]

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    Installation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Installation 2-6 Ethernet connection 6 Ethernet port — If desir ed connect the switcher to an Ethernet LAN or W AN via this RJ-45 connector . Ethernet contr ol allows the operator to control the switcher from a remote location. When connected to an Ethernet LAN or W AN , the switcher [...]

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    2-7 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Installation Wiring the network cable The cable can be terminated as either a patch cable or a crossover cable (figure 2-8) and must be properly terminated for your application: • Patch (straight) cable — Connection of the ISM to an Ethernet hub, r outer , or switcher that also hosts a contr olling co[...]

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    Installation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Installation 2-8 RS-232 connection 7 Remote port — Connect a host device, such as a computer or touch panel control, to the Integration Seamless Matrix switcher via this 9-pin D connector for serial RS-232 contr ol (figure 2-9). RS-232 Function Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 — TX RX — Gnd [...]

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    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher 3 Chapter Thr ee Operation Front Panel Controls and Indicators Front Panel Operations Optimizing the V ideo Optimizing the Audio T roubleshooting[...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-2 Operation Front Panel Contr ols and Indicators All of the switcher ’s controls and indicators ar e on the front panel (figure 3-1). A label window above the input buttons can be labeled with text and/or graphics. The 20 x 4 LCD display indicates the switcher status, menu se[...]

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    3-3 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation Outputs buttons and LEDs 2 Output 1 and Output 2 buttons — The Output 1 and Output 2 buttons select output 1 or output 2. Press an output button to select that output and automatically deselect the other output (figure 3-3). Output 1 and 2 LEDs — The Output 1 and Output 2 LEDs indicate the o[...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-4 Selecting an input 4 Input selection buttons — The Input 1 through Input 8 buttons select the associated input to scale and display on the selected output(s). Input selection LEDs — The green input LEDs above the input buttons indicate the video selection. The red input L[...]

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    3-5 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation Brightness/Contrast control button — The Brightness/Contrast button selects the display brightness and contrast adjustments. The adjustment range for both brightness and contrast is from 0 to 63. See Picture adjustments in this chapter . Size control button — The Size button selects the disp[...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-6 Front Panel Operations The following paragraphs detail the power-up process and then describe the menu system, the picture adjustments, and selection of executive mode. Power Power is automatically applied when the power cord is connected to an AC source. When AC power is app[...]

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    3-7 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation Menu system overview Figure 3-7 shows a flowchart of the main menus in the menu system. Default Cycle Menu Menu 2 sec. P ower on 2 sec. Menu 10 sec. Menu 10 sec. 10 sec. Menu Ne xt Menu 10 sec. 10 sec. Extron Electr onics ISM 482 Integration Scaling Matrix Extron Electr onics ISM 482 60-425-01 V[...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-8 From any menu or submenu, after 10 seconds of inactivity , the ISM saves all adjustment settings and times out to the default LCD display cycle. V ideo & Audio Configuration menu Figure 3-8 is a flowchart that shows an overview of the V ideo & Audio Configuration menu[...]

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    3-9 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation Output Configuration menu Figure 3-9 is a flowchart that shows an overview of the Output Configuration menu, the submenus, and the available settings. Output resolutions See the table on the ne xt page for a vailable combinations of resolutions and refresh rates. Default: 1024x768, 60 Hz Output [...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-10 n o i t u l o s e Rz H 0 5z H 6 5z H 0 6z H 5 7z H 5 8z H 0 6 / 0 5 t a k c o L ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ 0 8 4 x 0 4 62 8 4 , 2 8 1 2 8 4 , 2 8 12 8 4 , 2 8 1 2 8 4 , 2 8 1 0 0 6 x 0 0 82 8 4 , 2 8 1 2 8 4 , 2 8 12 8 4 , 2 8 1 2 8 4 , 2 8 1 4 2 6 x 2 3 8 2 8 4 , 2 8 12 8 4 , 2 8 [...]

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    3-11 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation Advanced Configuration menu Figure 3-10 is a flowchart that shows an overview of the Advanced Configuration menu, the submenus, and the available settings. Default Cycle Default Cycle Menu Menu Next 10 sec. 10 sec. Video & Audio Configuration T est Pattern Color Bars Out #1 Out # 2 Off Off [...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-12 T est Patter n submenu The T est Pattern submenu lets you select fr om among several test patterns and assign the selected pattern to an output. The test patterns are helpful when adjusting the connected displays for color , conver gence, focus, resolution, contrast, graysca[...]

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    3-13 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation Auto Imaging and Auto Memories submenu The Auto Imaging and Auto Memories submenu pr ovides a means to turn the auto imaging and auto presets featur es on or off for all input selections. If auto imaging is set to on, the ISM automatically sizes and centers the selected input to fill the screen[...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-14 User Presets menu Figure 3-1 1 is a flowchart that shows an overview of the User Presets menu, the Save Preset and Erase Preset submenus, and the available settings. Use either Adjust knob to select a preset or no preset (N/A). Press Next. Use either Adjust knob to select a [...]

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    3-15 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation User presets are recalled using the Input buttons. See Recalling a user preset earlier in this chapter for instructions on r ecalling a user preset. Erase Preset submenu Select the output with the settings that you want to erase by pressing the desired Output button. Rotate either the Adjust or[...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-16 Picture adjustments The picture adjustments allow you to fine tune the image quality of the selected input. When you press one of the Picture Adjustments buttons (Color/T int, Brightness/Contrast, Size, Center , or Filter) once, the corr esponding image adjustment menu for t[...]

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    3-17 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation • Color/T int : Color adjusts within a range from 0 to 127. T int adjusts within a range from 0 to 255. • Brightness/Contrast : The range for both adjustments is 0 to 63. • Size : Observe the display and turn the Adjust knob to incr ease or decrease the horizontal size of the image. T urn[...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-18 IP information T o set up the ISM for operation via its Ethernet port, you need to know and be able to change the IP address. One way to do this is via the IP address and har dware addr ess screen. T o access the IP address and har dware addr ess screen, press and hold the C[...]

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    3-19 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 1 . If you are using a digital display such as an LCD or DL P pr ojector , use the alternating pixels test pattern as a refer ence to adjust the phase and dot clock on the display devices. Proceed to step 3 . 2 . If you are using a CR T display , use the cross hatch test pattern as a refer ence[...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-20 Optimizing the Audio Each individual input audio level can be adjusted within a range of -24dB to +9dB, so there are no noticeable volume differ ences between sources and for the best headroom and signal-to-noise ratio. Adjust the audio gain and attenuation as follows: 1 . C[...]

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    3-21 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation Specific problems The table below shows some common operating problems and their solutions. Problem Cause Solution No image appears. The input signal is Connect an input device that is incompatible. compatible with the ISM. The input is impr operly Use the V ideo & Audio configured. Configu[...]

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    Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Operation 3-22[...]

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    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher 4 Chapter Four Pr ogrammer’ s Guide RS-232 Link Ethernet Link Symbols Switcher-Initiated Messages Host-to-Switcher Instructions[...]

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    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide 4-2 Programmer’ s Guide RS-232 Link The switcher ’s rear panel Remote 9-pin D female connector (figur e 4-1) can be connected to the RS-232 serial port output of a host device such as a computer running the HyperT erminal utility or a control system. This connection makes software con[...]

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    4-3 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide Ethernet connection The cable can be terminated as either a patch cable or a crossover cable (figure 4-2) and must be properly terminated for your application: • Patch (straight) cable — Connection of the ISM to an Ethernet hub, r outer , or switcher that also hosts a contr olling[...]

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    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide 4-4 Programmer’ s Guide Switcher -Initiated Messages When a local event such as power-up or a front panel operation occurs, the switcher responds by sending a message to the host. The switcher-initiated messages are listed in the following pages. The messages are underlined. The switche[...]

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    4-5 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide Picture adjustments X2 Col X9 A front panel color adjustment has occurr ed. X2 is the output number tied to the adjusted input and X9 is the color variable. X2 Ti n X1 0 A front panel tint adjustment has occurr ed. X2 is the output number tied to the adjusted input and X1 0 is the tin[...]

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    Programmer’ s Guide, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide 4-6 1Blu X1 9 The blue-only mode has been turned on or of f for one or both outputs from the fr ont panel. X1 9 is the on/off status for the either or both outputs. The leading “1” is meaningless. 1Fil X1 9 The edge enhancement mode has been turned on o[...]

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    4-7 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide 1Enh X1 9 The enhanced mode feature has been turned on or off fr om the front panel for S-video or composite video tied to one or both outputs. X1 9 is the on/of f status for the two outputs. The leading “1” is meaningless. X2 Reconfig The input selected for the X2 output has been[...]

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    Programmer’ s Guide, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide 4-8 Command/response table for SIS commands Command ASCII Command Response Additional description (host to switcher) (switcher to host) Creating ties Create video and audio tie X1 * X2 ! Out X2 • In X1 • All Select input X1 to output X2 . Example : 1*2![...]

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    4-9 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide Command/response table for SIS commands (cont’d) Command ASCII Command Response Additional description (host to switcher) (switcher to host) Brightness The X2 value specified is the output to which the adjusted input is tied. Set a specific brightness value X2 * X1 1 Y X2 Brt X1 1 S[...]

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    Programmer’ s Guide, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide 4-10 Command/response table for SIS commands (cont’d) Command ASCII Command Response Additional description (host to switcher) (switcher to host) Bottom blanking Set a bottom blanking value X2 * X1 4 ) X2 Blb X1 4 Example : 2*5) 2Blb5 Blank the bottom fiv[...]

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    4-11 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide Command/response table for SIS commands (cont’d) Command ASCII Command Response Additional description (host to switcher) (switcher to host) Auto Memories Auto memories on 1 M Aut X3 Set the ISM to apply auto memories settings to all inputs as selected. Auto memories off 0M Aut X3 [...]

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    Programmer’ s Guide, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide 4-12 Command/response table for SIS commands (cont’d) Command ASCII Command Response Additional description (host to switcher) (switcher to host) Executive mode Enable (lock image adjustments) 1X Exe1 Lock front panel adjustments; adjust image via RS-232 [...]

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    4-13 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide Command/response table for SIS commands (cont’d) Command ASCII Command Response Additional description (host to switcher) (switcher to host) Command/response table for IP SIS commands X3 0 = ISM name (Up to 240 characters) X3 1 = GMT T ime and date (set) M M/D D/Y Y -HH :MM: SS, wh[...]

  • Page 58

    Programmer’ s Guide, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide 4-14 Command ASCII Command Response Additional description (host to switcher) (switcher to host) Command/response table for IP SIS commands Command ASCII Command Response Additional description (host to switcher) (switcher to host) Delay times RGB delay (T [...]

  • Page 59

    4-15 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide Command/response table for special function SIS commands (cont’d) Command ASCII Command Response Additional description (host to switcher) (switcher to host) Blue scr een Blue scr een (blue & sync output only) X1 9 *8# Blu X1 9 X1 9 : Output 1/2 Output 1/2 00 = Off/Of f 02 = Of[...]

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    Programmer’ s Guide, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Programmer’s Guide 4-16 Command Hex Command Response Additional description (host to switcher) (switcher to host) Memory backup Read all memory contents 90 91 {8226 data bytes+1 byte checksum} Upload (switcher to control device) all color , tint, contrast, brightness, detail,[...]

  • Page 61

    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher 5 Chapter Five Switcher Softwar e Control Software for Windows ® Button-Label Generator[...]

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    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Switcher Software 5-2 Switcher Software Control Softwar e for Windows ® T wo softwar e programs accompany the ISM 182 and ISM 482: • The Extron ISS/ISM Control Program (Extron part #29-054-01 ), which communicates with the switcher via the rear panel Remote port, provides an easy way for you to control the[...]

  • Page 63

    5-3 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Switcher Software Using the control program Many items found in the ISS/ISM Control Program ar e also accessible via front panel contr ols and the LCD menus, see chapter 3, Operation , and under SIS control, see chapter 4, Programmer’ s Guide . The ISS/ISM Help Program pr ovides information on settings [...]

  • Page 64

    Switcher Software, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Switcher Software 5-4 5 . The Extron ISS/ISM Contr ol Program window (figur e 5-3) appears. Figure 5-3 — Windows Control pr ogram window 6 . If desired, on the task bar click T ools > I/O Configuration to configur e the video inputs and outputs in the I/O configuration window [...]

  • Page 65

    5-5 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Switcher Software 7 . If desir ed, on the task bar , click T ools > Audio Settings to set each input’s audio level or attenuation in the Audio Settings window (figure 5-5). Figure 5-5 — Contr ol program Audio Settings window 8 . If desir ed, on the task bar , click T ools > IP Options to set the[...]

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    Switcher Software, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Switcher Software 5-6 Installing the software The program is included on the same set of 3.5-inch diskettes as the ISS/ISM control program and is installed automatically when you install that pr ogram. It can also be downloaded from the Extr on W eb site (http://www .extron.com). B[...]

  • Page 67

    Integration Scaler Matrix Switcher 6 Chapter Six Ether net Operation Control Page System Configuration Page File Management Page I/O Configuration Page[...]

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    Ether net Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation 6-2 Ether net Operation The ISM 182 and ISM 482 can each be controlled and operated through its Ethernet port, connected via a LAN or W AN, using a web browser such as Microsoft’s Internet Explorer . The browser ’s display of the switcher ’s status or ope[...]

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    6-3 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation 7 . The switcher checks several possibilities, in the following order , and then responds accor dingly: a . Does the address include a specific file name, such as 10.13.156.10/file_name.html? If so , the switcher downloads that HTML page. b . Is there a file in the switcher ’s memory [...]

  • Page 70

    Ether net Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation 6-4 Control Page On the Control page (figure 6-1), you can select an input to either or both outputs. The Control page also pr ovides facilities to check the frequency of an input and to mute outputs. Access the Contr ol page by clicking the Control tab. Create[...]

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    6-5 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation Freeze the output Y ou can freeze either output by clicking the Output 1 or Output 2 Freeze button. The Freeze button turns blue. When the output is frozen, the input can be r emoved and the ISM functions as a video store. Click the Freeze button again to toggle freeze mode of f. Output[...]

  • Page 72

    Ether net Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation 6-6 System Configuration Page The ISM downloads the System Configuration page (figure 6-5) when you click the Configuration tab. The scr een consists of fields in which you can observe and edit IP administration and system settings. Figur e 6-5 — System Confi[...]

  • Page 73

    6-7 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation Administration fields • Ethernet connection to the switcher , either by entering SIS commands (see chapter 4, Programmer’ s Guide ) or using the Control Pr ogram (see chapter 5, Switcher Software ) is password protected. • Connection via HTML pages and connection via the RS-232 po[...]

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    Ether net Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation 6-8 File Management Page T o delete files such as HTML pages from the ISM or to upload your own files to the ISM, click the File Management tab. The switcher downloads the file management HTML page (figure 6-6). Figur e 6-6 — File Management page T o delete a[...]

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    6-9 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation I/O Configuration Page Y ou can set up the input configurations and the output format on the I/O Configuration page (figure 6-7). Access the Setup page by clicking the I/O Config tab. Figur e 6-7 — I/O Configuration page Input configuration Y ou can specify the format of each input. T[...]

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    Ether net Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation 6-10 Output resolution, rate, sync format, and polarity The ISM 482 scales the input up or down to any 1 of 40 output resolutions and rates. The ISM 182 scales the inputs to 1 of 20 resolutions and rates. Either switcher outputs the scaled video as RGBHV or RGB[...]

  • Page 77

    6-11 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation Output resolution Select the output resolution as follows: 1 . Click the r esolution field. A drop down scroll box appears (figur e 6-9). Figure 6-9 — Resolution scroll box 2 . Click and drag on either the slider or click the scroll up ( ) or scroll down ( ) buttons until the desired[...]

  • Page 78

    Ether net Operation, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Operation 6-12 Output format Select between separate horizontal (H) and vertical (V) sync or composite (S) sync as follows: 1 . Click the T ype field. A dr op down box appears ( figure 6-1 1). Figure 6-11 — T ype drop box 2 . Click the desired sync type. 3 . Click the [...]

  • Page 79

    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher A Appendix A Ether net Connection Ethernet Link[...]

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    Ether net Connection, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Connection A-2 Ether net Link The rear panel Ethernet connector (figure A-1) on the ISM switcher can be connected to an Ethernet LAN or W AN. This connection makes SIS control of the switcher possible using a computer connected to the same LAN. Ethernet connection The E[...]

  • Page 81

    A-3 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Connection Default addr ess T o access the ISM switcher via the Ethernet port, you will need the Extr on ISM IP address. If the addr ess has been changed to an address comprised of words and characters, the actual numeric IP addr ess can be determined using the Ping utility . If the address has n[...]

  • Page 82

    Ether net Connection, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Connection A-4 Connect as a T elnet client The Microsoft T elnet utility is available from the DOS pr ompt. T elnet allows you to input SIS commands to the ISM from the PC via the Ethernet link and the LAN. Access the DOS prompt and start T elnet as follows: 1 . Click o[...]

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    A-5 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Connection Escape character and Esc key When T elnet is first started, the utility advises that the Escape character is ‘Ctrl+]’ . Many SIS commands include the keyboard Esc key . Consequently , some confusion may exist between the Escape character and the Escape key . The T elnet Escape char[...]

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    Ether net Connection, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Ethernet Connection A-6[...]

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    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher B Appendix B Refer ence Information Specifications Part Numbers Firmware Upgrade Installation Button Labels[...]

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    Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Reference Information B-2 Reference Information Specifications Video Routing .......................................... 8 x 2 matrix Video input Number/signal type ................... 8 RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RGBcvS, component video, S-video, composite video Connectors ................................... 8 x 5 fe[...]

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    B-3 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Reference Information Audio Routing .......................................... 8 x 2 stereo matrix Gain ................................................ Unbalanced output: 0dB; balanced output: +6dB Frequency response .................... 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.05dB THD + Noise .............................[...]

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    Reference Information, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Reference Information B-4 DIM weight USA/Canada .................... 18 lbs (8.2 kg) International ..................... 21 lbs (9.5 kg) Vibration ....................................... ISTA/NSTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association) Listings ..................[...]

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    B-5 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Reference Information BNC-4 Mini HR Cable Part # BNC-4 Mini HR bulk, 500’ 22-032-02 BNC-4 Mini HR bulk, 1000’ 22-032-03 BNC-5 Mini HR Cable BNC-5 Mini HR bulk, 500’ 22-020-02 BNC-5 Mini HR bulk, 1000’ 22-020-03 Plenum BNC-5 Mini HR Cable Plenum BNC-5 Mini HR bulk, 500’ 22-103-02 Plenum BNC-5 Min[...]

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    Reference Information, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Reference Information B-6 Firmware Upgrade Installation In some cases the ISM’s firmware may require replacement with an updated version. There are nine user-replaceable firmware chips, U1, U2, and U6 on the front panel circuit board and U98, U99, U100, U101, U102, and U103 o[...]

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    B-7 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Reference Information 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 0 0 - 2 4 0 5 0 / 6 0 H z 1 . 2 A M A X . R 1 G B H/HV R 2 G B H/HV R 3 G B H/HV R INPUTS 4 G B H/HV R 5 G B H/HV R 6 G B H/HV R 7 G B H/HV R 8 G B H/HV B H/HV V H/HV V Remov e (16) screws. Remov e top two front panel screws. Lift cov er straight up. Extron ISM 482 [...]

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    Reference Information, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Reference Information B-8 13 . Secure the cover in place with the screws that were removed in steps 3 and 4 . 14. Rack mount the switcher if desired and reconnect all cables. Button Labels Eight sets of button labels are provided on the next page. Feel free to cut them out of t[...]

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    B-9 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Reference Information[...]

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    Reference Information, cont’d Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Reference Information B-10[...]

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    FCC Class B Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if[...]

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    Extron Electronics, USA 1230 South Lewis Str eet Anaheim, CA 92805 USA 714.491.1500 F ax 714.491.1517 Extron Electronics, Europe Beeldschermweg 6C 3821 AH Amersfoort The Netherlands +31.33.453.4040 F ax +31.33.453.4050 Extron Electronics, Asia 135 Joo S eng Road, #04-01 PM Industrial Building Singapore 368363 +65.6383.4400 F ax +65.6383.4664 Extron[...]