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68-877-01 Rev. E 05 11 VGA Matrix Switchers MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 S eries User Guide Matrix Switchers[...]

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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 r eceived, including interfer ence that may cause [...]

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 war ns of things or actions that might cause injury [...]

Contents Introduction ............................................ 1 About this Guide ............................................. 1 About the Switchers ........................................ 1 Features ........................................................... 2 Installation .............................................. 4 Mounting the Switche[...]

MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Contents vi[...]

Intr oduction • 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 figur e 1 ) is a family of computer video matrix switchers that distribute[...]

NOTE: The switchers can also distribute S-video and composite video with applicable adapters. The MVX switcher can be locally controlled fr om the fr ont panel or remotely contr olled via its rear panel RS-232 serial port or an optional IR 501 Small Matrix Infrar ed (IR) Remote Control (part number 70-336-01 ). Featur es Video — These switchers i[...]

Upgradeable firmware — The firmwar e that contr ols 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 ar e available for download on the Extr on website, www .extron.com , and they can be installed using the Windows-based control program. Global memory pre[...]

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 [...]

Video and Audio Input Connections a RGB video inputs — Connect the analog computer -video sources to 1 these 15-pin HD female connectors. NOTE: Most laptop or notebook computers have an external video port, but they requir e special commands to output the video to that connector . Also, a laptop screen shuts of f once that port is activated. See [...]

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 cir cuit. • If the stripped section of wire is shorter than 3/16 inch, wir es can be easily pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws. [...]

Power Connection e AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cor d into this connector to connect the switcher to a 100 V AC to 240 V AC, 50 or 60 Hz power source. MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Introduction 7[...]

Operation This section describes the front panel operation of the MVX VGA Matrix Switcher , including: • Front Panel Contr ols and Indicators • Operations • Optimizing the Audio • T roubleshooting • Worksheets Fr ont Panel Controls and Indicators The number of input and output buttons and LEDs that each MVX Series VGA matrix switcher prov[...]

Infrared Sensor and Power/audio/data LED a Infrared r emote sensor — This sensor r eceives infrared (IR) signals fr om the optional IR 501 small matrix universal remote contr ol. The IR r emote control must be pointed within 30 degrees of this sensor for best r esults. Operation of the IR 501 remote contr ol is described in the IR 501 Small Matri[...]

Control Buttons and LEDs e Enter button — The Enter button saves changes when you set up a new configuration. T o create a simple configuration: • Specify video, audio, or both (see controls [ item g ] and [ item h ]). • Press the desir ed input button ( item c ). • Press one or mor e desir ed output buttons ( item d ). • Press the Enter [...]

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 contr ol. The LED lights for appr oximately 1 second when t[...]

Operations The following paragraphs define matrix switcher terms and then detail the power -up process and then provide sample pr ocedur es for creating ties, sets of ties, and configurations; changing a configuration; viewing ties, sets of ties, and configurations; saving a preset; recalling a pr eset; viewing and adjusting the audio level; and se[...]

Creating a Set of Ties Y ou can create a set of ties, changing the curr ent configuration, by using the fr ont panel buttons. Change the current configuration as follows: 1. Select video, audio, or both to configure by pr essing the I/O button as necessary . 2. Select the desired input and one or mor e outputs by pr essing the input and output butt[...]

3. Select the outputs : Press and r elease 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 . 7 6 5 2 4 1 8 3 OUTPUTS Press and release the Output 3, 4, and 8 buttons . The LEDs blink to indicate that the selected input will b[...]

Example 2: Add a video tie to a set of video and audio ties In the following example, a new video tie is added to the current configuration. The example shows the front panel indications that r esult fr om your actions. NOTE: This example assumes that you have performed example 1 . 1. Select video only for the tie : If necessary , press and r eleas[...]

Example 3: Remove a tie from a set of ties In the following example, an existing tie is removed fr om the curr ent configuration. The example shows the front panel indications that r esult fr om your actions. NOTE: This example assumes that you have performed example 1 and example 2 . 1. Select audio only for the tie : If necessary , press and r el[...]

Viewing the Configuration The current configuration (all active ties) can be viewed using the fr ont panel buttons as follows: 1. Select video, audio, or both to view by pressing the I/O button. 2. Press and r elease an input or output button. a. Press and r elease an input button — All of the buttons for outputs that ar e tied to the selected in[...]

2. Select an input : Press and r elease the input 5 button. 2 7 6 5 2 4 1 INPUTS OUTPUTS 8 3 1 8 6 5 4 3 7 I/O AU D VID +dB -d B Press and release the Input 5 button. The Input 5 LED lights to indicate that input 5 is selected. The Output 1, Output 3, Output 4, and Output 8 LEDs light to indicate the video ties created in examples 1, 2, and 3. The [...]

Example 5: View ties by selecting outputs In the following example, the video and audio, audio-only , and video-only ties in the current configuration are viewed by selecting various outputs. The example shows the fr ont panel indications that result fr om your actions. 1. Select video and audio for viewing : If necessary , press and r elease the I[...]

4. Deselect video and select audio : Press and r elease the I/O button. 7 6 2 4 1 INPUTS OUTPUTS 8 3 6 4 5 5 I/O AUD VID +dB - dB The Output 3 LED lights to indicate that output 3 is selected and it is receiving audio . The source is indicated by the Input LED . The Output 8 LED also lights to indicate that output 8 is receiving audio from the indi[...]

MVX 44 MVX 48 MVX 84 MVX 88 91 01 11 2 16 25 34 12 34 18 7 6 5 23 12 11 10 9 4 1 Preset Preset Preset Preset 8 7 6 5 23 16 15 14 13 12 11 12 9 4 78 6 57 8 2 7 6 5 2 4 1 INPUTS OUTPUTS 8 3 1 8 6 5 4 3 7 2 7 6 5 2 4 1 INPUTS OUTPUTS 8 3 1 4 3 2 2 4 1 INPUTS OUTPUTS 3 1 4 3 2 4 1 INPUTS 3 2 OUTPUTS 1 8 6 5 4 3 7 Figure 11. Pr eset Locations by Matrix [...]

Example 7: Recall a preset The following steps show an example in which a preset is r ecalled to become the curr ent configuration. The example shows the front panel indications that r esult fr om your actions. 1. Select Recall Preset mode : Press and r elease the Pr eset button. PRESET 2 1 4 3 OUTPUTS 2 4 1 INPUTS 3 Press and release the button. T[...]

Adjusting Input Audio Gain and Attenuation Switchers have input audio gain and attenuation adjustments. In Audio Setup mode, the audio level of each input can be adjusted through a range of –18 dB to +10 dB. This adjustment range ensures that ther e is no noticeable volume dif ference among sour ces. It also eliminates the need for separate pream[...]

By noting the status of these LEDs and counting the number of 1 dB steps you increase or decr ease the audio level (step 4 and example 8, step 2a ), you can determine the exact input gain or attenuation setting. b. The Power LED blinks to indicate the adjusted audio level (compared to the internal level, -10 dBV): • When the LED is lit most of th[...]

2. Select an input : Press and r elease the Input 5 button. VU 3 3 0 + 6 10 2 1 4 3 OUTPUTS 6 5 4 INPUTS +dB - dB The Output 1, Output 2, and Output 3 LEDs display the audio le vel range of input 5. The +dB LED indicates a gain (positive) le v el. The power LED lights steadily or blinks off only occasionally to indicate that the adjusted lev el is [...]

3. Decrease the audio level : Pr ess and r elease the < button once. The < LED flashes each time the button is pressed Press and r elease the < button several mor e times to continue to decrease the audio level (see figure 13 ). Note the output LED, +dB LED, and –dB LED changes that occur each time the < button is pressed and r elease[...]

Example 9: Resetting audio gain — single input Reset the audio gain or attenuation for a specified input to the factory default (0 dB) as follows: 1. Select Audio Setup mode : Press and hold the Audio Setup (I/O) button for approximately 2 seconds. AUDIO SETUP AUDIO SETUP The LED lights to indicate Audio Setup mode . Release the Audio Setup b utt[...]

Example 10: Resetting audio gain — all inputs T o reset the input audio gain or attenuation to the factory default (0 dB) for all inputs, pr ess and hold the Audio Setup (I/O) button for approximately 10 seconds (see figur e 14 ). AUDIO SETUP AUDIO SETUP The LED goes off and then flashes twice to indicate the audio reset of all inputs. Release th[...]

Clearing all Ties and Presets T o clear all ties and saved presets, pr ess and hold the Preset button on the fr ont panel while applying AC power (see figure 16 ). Continue to hold the Pr eset button until all LEDs light and then release the Pr eset button. The power up sequence completes: • All LEDs turn off then turn on and off from left to rig[...]

Resetting the System to Factory Defaults T o reset a switcher to the factory default settings, pr ess and hold the I/O button on the front panel while applying AC power (see figure 17 ). Continue to hold the I/O button until all LEDs light and then release the I/O button. The power up sequence completes (all LEDs turn off then turn on and off fr om[...]

Optimizing the Audio Each individual input audio gain can be adjusted within a range of -18 dB to +10 dB to eliminate noticeable volume differ ences between sour ces and to achieve the best headroom and signal-to-noise ratio. Adjust the audio level as follows: 1. Connect audio sources to all desir ed inputs and connect the audio outputs to output d[...]

W orksheets Rather than trying to remember the configuration for each pr eset, use worksheets to r ecord this information. Make copies of the blank worksheet on page 35 and use one for each preset configuration. Cr oss out all unused or inactive inputs and outputs. If applicable, use differ ent colors for video and audio. Worksheet Example 1: Syste[...]

Worksheet Example 2: Daily Configuration Figure 19 continues fr om worksheet example 1 by showing the video and audio ties that make up the configuration of preset 1. A black line shows video ties and a r ed line shows the audio ties. In this example: • The image of the speaker , from the main podium camera (input 1), is: • Displayed in the mai[...]

Worksheet Example 3: T est Configuration The A/V system in our fictional organization needs to be fine tuned on a regular basis. Figure 20 shows a typical test configuration, with an Extr on video test generator (input 8) generating a test pattern to all monitors (outputs 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8). Sound checks are run from the CD player (input 5) to all [...]

1 2 345 67 8 Input sour ces Output destinations Preset # Title: Video: A udio: Fill in the preset number and use colors, or dashes , etc. to make connecting lines . Indicate if the configuration is f or Video , A udio , or both. 12 345 67 8 Configuration Worksheet MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Operation 35[...]

Remote Operation This section describes the operation of the MVX VGA Matrix Switcher , including: • IR Remote Control • Simple Instruction Set Control • Matrix Switchers Control Pr ogram SIS commands and the Matrix Switchers Control Pr ogram r equire a connection to the r ear panel RS-232 port by either a host device, such as a computer , or [...]

Simple Instruction Set Contr ol Host-to-Switcher Instructions The switcher accepts SIS (Simple Instruction Set) commands through the RS-232 port. SIS commands consist of one or more characters per command field. They do not r equir e any special characters to begin or end the command character sequence. Each switcher response to an SIS command ends[...]

Mut n 1 ] The switcher initiates the Mut message when an IR 501 remote contr ol output video and audio mute command has occurred. “ n ” is the output number and “1” indicates the mute function is turned on (the output is muted). Zpz ] The switcher initiates the Zpz message when an IR 501 remote contr ol output unmute command has occurred. A[...]

Symbol definitions ] = Carriage return/line feed } = Carriage return (no line feed) • = space E = Escape key X! = Input number (for tie) 0 (untie) – maximum number of inputs X@ = Output number 1 through 4 (MVX 44, MVX 84) or 1 thr ough 8 (MVX 48, MVX 88) X# = Executive mode, mute 1 = on 0 = off X$ = Input number 1 through 4 (MVX 44, MVX 48) or [...]

Command/Response T able for SIS Commands (continued) Command Function ASCII Command (Host to Unit) Response (Unit to Host) Additional description RGB mute commands RGB mute X@ *1B Vmt X@ *1 ] Mute output X@ RGB (video off). RGB unmute X@ *0B Vmt X@ *0 ] Unmute output X@ RGB (video on). Read RGB mute X@ B X#] 1 = mute on, 0 = mute off. Global RGB mu[...]

Command/Response T able for SIS Commands (continued) Command Function ASCII Command (Host to Unit) Response (Unit to Host) Additional description Save, recall, and dir ectly write global presets Save current configuration as a global preset X( , Spr X(] Command character is a comma. Example: 8, Spr08 ] Save current ties as pr eset 8. Recall a glob[...]

Command/Response T able for SIS Commands (continued) Command Function ASCII Command (Host to Unit) Response (Unit to Host) Additional description View ties, gains, mutes, and pr esets Read RGB (video) output tie X@ & X!] RGB input X! is tied to output X@ . Read RGB (video) output tie X@ % X!] RGB input X! is tied to output X@ . Read audio outpu[...]

Command/Response T able for SIS Commands (continued) Command Function ASCII Command (Host to Unit) Response (Unit to Host) Additional description Front panel lockout ( Executive mode) Lock front panel 1X Exe1 ] Enable executive mode. Unlock front panel 0X Exe0 ] Disable executive mode. View lock status X X#] Resets Reset global presets E ZG } Zpg ][...]

Loading Firmware Using an SIS Command NOTE: Firmware can be uploaded two ways: 1. Using the Matrix Switchers Control Pr ogram. 2. Using the E upload SIS command entered via a communications utility such as HyperT erminal. Extron r ecommends that you upload firmwar e using the Matrix Switchers Control Pr ogram (see “ Updating the firmwar e ” on [...]

6. Navigate to the folder where you saved the firmwar e upgrade file. Select the file (see figure 23 ). NOTE: Ensure that the firmwar e upgrade is for the MVX Series A V switcher . V alid firmware files must have the file extension “.s19”. Any other file extension is not a firmware upgrade for your switcher . Figure 23. Select the Firmware Upgr[...]

Matrix Switchers Contr ol Program The Matrix Switchers Control Pr ogram communicates with the switcher via the r ear panel Remote RS-232 port to provide an easy way to set up ties and sets of ties. The pr ogram is compatible with Windows 2000, W indows XP , W indows 7, and newer operating systems. Updates to the program can be downloaded fr om the [...]

4. Follow the on-screen instructions. By default, the installation of the Matrix Switchers Control Pr ogram cr eates a C: Program Files Extron Matrix_Switchers directory , and it places the following four icons into a group folder named “ Extron Electronics Matrix Switchers ” : • MA TRIX Switcher + Control Program • MA TRIX Switcher[...]

• T o create a tie, drag an input box to one or mor e output boxes. If the Take button is available, click the Take button. • T o remove a single tie, drag the output box to its tied input box or to the trash can. T o remove a set of ties, drag the input box to the trash can. Figure 28. Matrix Switchers Control Pr ogram Window (no Ties) Figure [...]

Updating the Firmware The firmware upgrade utility pr ovides a way to r eplace the firmware that is coded on the control boar d of the switcher without taking the switcher out of service. NOTE: Upgrading the firmware does not overwrite the curr ent configuration, presets, or the audio settings. Update the switcher firmware as follows: 1. Visit the [...]

6 4 5 4 Fo lder where firmware is installed NOTE: The version and file size shown are sample values only . Figure 31. Downloading Firmware Upgrade Files MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Remote Operation 50[...]

7. Connect a computer that runs the Windows operating system to the switcher serial port (see “ Installation ” for more details). 8. Start the Matrix Switchers Control Pr ogram and connect to the matrix switcher . See “ Starting the Software ,” on page 47. 9. Click Tools > Update firmware. The Extr on Firmwar e Loader appears (see figure[...]

12. In the Firmwar e Loader window , click Begin (see figure 34 ). The Total Progress and Progress status bars show the upload pr ogress. The firmwar e upload may take several minutes. Once the status bars have progr essed fr om 0% to 100% , and Status is listed as Completed , the firmware loader utility r esets the switcher . 12 Figure 34. Firmwar[...]

Restore Last-Session’s settings — Loads the icons and icon captions that were saved during the last session. If you saved the changes of the previous session to disk the last time you exited the program, the ties fr om that session ar e also loaded. Select Printer ... — Selects the target printer . Print Tie Map — Prints the tie set that is[...]

Audio-Output Volume settings — Displays the RGB Delay/Mute/Output-V olume Adjust window (see figure 35 on the pr eceding page), which displays the output volume level, consumer (-10 dBV) or professional (+4 dBu), for a single output or for all outputs and allows you to change it. This window also displays the RGB delay settings and allows you to [...]

Ties as Crosspoints — Displays ties as a grid of inputs and outputs (see figure 38 ). Current ties ar e indicated as orange (video and audio), gr een (video only), or red (audio only) boxes. New ties that will take effect when you click the Take button ar e indicated by +. Ties that will be broken when you click the Take button are indicated by ?[...]

Using Emulation Mode Emulation mode allows you to set up the software without attaching the switcher to the computer . T o use Emulation mode, do the following: 1. Click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics > Matrix Switchers > MATRIX Switcher + Control Pgm . 2. Choose Emulate , and click OK . 3. Choose an emulation file to open, and c[...]

Refer ence Information This section discusses the specifications, part numbers, and accessories for the MVX Matrix Switchers. T opics that are cover ed include: • Specifications • Part Numbers and Accessories • Mounting the Switcher Specifications Video Routing MVX 44 VGA A ������������������ 4 x 4 matrix M[...]

Video output Number/signal type ��������������������� VGA-UXGA RGBHV , RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs, HDTV , component video (bi- level and tri-level sync), S-video, composite video 44/84 models ��������������������� 4 48/88 models ���������������[...]

Audio input Number/signal type 44/48 models ��������������������� 4 stereo, unbalanced 84/88 models ��������������������� 8 stereo, unbalanced Connectors 44/48 models ��������������������� 4 female 3�5 mm stereo mini jacks[...]

General Power ���������������������������������������������� 100 V AC to 240 V AC, 50-60 Hz, internal, 30 watts T emperature/humidity ���������������� Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing Opera[...]

Optional Accessories These items can be order ed separately: Remote control, adapters, mounting, contr ollers, connectors Part Number IR 501 small matrix universal remote contr ol 70-336-01 MBU 149 under -desk mounting kit 70-222-01 3.5 mm mini stereo plug to (2) RCA female adapter 26-592-01 Captive screw to (2) RCA female connector 26-575-01 VGA m[...]

T erminated cable assemblies VGA male-to-male cables Part Number VGA M-M MD, 3 feet to 100 feet (0.9 m to 30.4 m) (molded) 26-238- nn VGA M-M BK, 3 feet to 100 feet (0.9 m to 30.4 m) (backshell) 26-238- nn VGAP M-M MD, 3 feet to 25 feet (0.9 m to 7.6 m) (molded) 26-439- nn VGAP M-M BK, 35 feet to 100 feet (10.6 m to 30.4 m) (backshell) 26-439- nn V[...]

Mounting the Switcher The MVX switchers are housed in a rack-mountable, 1U high, metal enclosur es. Included mounting hardwar e lets you install the switcher in any standar d 19-inch rack or into furniture. T abletop Use For tabletop use, affix one of the supplied self-adhesive rubber feet to each corner of the bottom of the switcher . UL Rack-Moun[...]

Extr on ® W arranty Extron Electr onics warrants this pr oduct against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of pur chase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable dir ectly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electr onics will, at its option, r epair or replace said pr[...]