68-1270-01 Rev. C01 11Media Presentation Matrix SwitcherMPX 866 AUser GuideMatrix Switchers
Global memory presets — 32 global memory presets are a time-saving feature that lets you set up and store input/output congurations in advance. You c
Using the Button-Label Generator Software1. To run the Button-Label Generator program, click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics > Button
HTML OperationThis section describes the operation of the MPX 866 A matrix switcher, including: Opening the Embedded Web Pages Status Tab Configu
4. Press the keyboard <Enter> key. The switcher checks to see if it is password protected.If the switcher is not password protected, it checks
Status TabSystem Status PageThe System Status page (see figure 55) provides an overall view of the status of the matrix switcher, including individual
Configuration TabSystem Settings PageThe MPX 866 A matrix switcher downloads the System Settings page (see figure 56) when you click the Configuration t
DHCP radio buttonsThe DHCP On radio button directs the switcher to ignore any entered IP addresses and to obtain its IP address from a Dynamic Host Co
Date/Time Settings fieldsThe Date/Time Settings fields (see figure 57) provide a location for viewing and setting the time functions.Figure 57. Date/Time
Video Input Settings PageAccess the Video Input Settings page (gure 58) by clicking the Video Input Settings link on the System Settings page.Low res
NOTE: An administrator password must be created before a user password can be created.To clear an existing password so that no password is required,
81079Figure 61. Firmware Upgrade7. Click the Browse button. A Choose File to Upload window appears.8. Navigate to the folder where you saved the fir
InstallationThis sections details the installation of the MPX 866 A switchers, including: Setup and Installation Checklist Rear Panel Cabling and
File Management TabFile Management PageTo delete les such as HTML pages from the switcher or to upload your own les to the switcher, click the File
Control TabSet and View Ties PageYou can create ties on the Set and View Ties page (see gure 63). Access the Set and View Ties page by clicking the C
NOTES:• Video ties can only be made within the following groups, never between the groups:• The computer video group (inputs 1 through 8 and output
RGB and Audio Settings PageThe RGB and Audio Settings page provides a way to set the input audio gain and attenuation, set the output volume, and mute
3. Click the Input Audio Level (dB) drop box. A drop down scroll box appears (see gure 65).Figure 65. Gain Drop Box4. Click and drag the slider or
Change the output volume levelUsers can set the volume level for each output through a range of zero steps of attenuation (full attenuation, minimum v
Global Presets PageYou can save and recall global presets from the Global presets page (see gure 68). Access the Global presets page by clicking the
Special CharactersThe HTML language reserves certain characters for specic functions. The switcher does not accept these characters as part of preset
Ethernet ConnectionThis section provides a high level discussion of the Ethernet connection to the switcher and a primer on the subject of subnetting.
Default IP AddressTo access the MPX 866 A matrix switcher via the LAN port, you need the IP address of the switcher. If the address has been changed t
Rear Panel Cabling and FeaturesAll switcher connectors are on the rear panel (see figure 2).CAUTIONS: • Use electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions
Configuring the MPX 866 A Matrix Switcher for Network Use via the ARP CommandThe ARP (address resolution protocol) command tells your computer to assoc
6. After verifying that the IP address change was successful, enter and issue the arp –d command at the Command prompt. For example:arp –d 10.13.197.
Telnet TipsIt is not the intention of this guide to detail all of the operations and functionality of Telnet; however, some basic level of understandi
Set carriage return-line feedUnless commanded otherwise, Telnet transmits a line feed character only (no carriage return) to the connected switcher wh
Subnet Masks and OctetsThe subnet mask (see figure 74) is used to determine whether the local and remote devices are on the same subnet or different su
Reference InformationThis section discusses the specifications, part numbers, and accessories for the MPX 866 A Media Presentation Matrix Switcher. Top
Return lossRGB/VGA ... <-40 dB @ 5 MHzS-video/composite video ... <-30 dB @ 5 MHzDC offset (max. allowa
Audio inputNumber/signal type ... 14 stereo, balanced/unbalancedConnectors ... (14) 3.5 mm c
Part NumbersMPX 866 A Part NumbersThese items are included in each order for a FOX matrix switcher:Matrix switcher part numbers Part NumberMPX 866 A M
CablesWhen using signals with a scanning frequency of 15-125 kHz and running distances of 100 feet or more, use high resolution BNC cables to achieve
Low resolution video groupThe switcher can connect to up to as many as six S-video sources, composite video sources, or both and output to as many as
Terminated cable assembliesVGA male-to-male cables Part NumberVGA M-M MD, 3' to 100' (0.9 m to 30.4 m) (molded) 26-238-nnVGA M-M BK, 3'
Mounting the SwitcherThe MPX is housed in a rack-mountable, 2U high, metal enclosures with 19-inch rack ears.UL RequirementsThe following Underwriters
Button LabelsFigure 77 on page 128 provides blank button labels for 16-button switchers. Feel free to photocopy them or cut them out of the guide, wri
Figure 77. Button Label Blanks, 16-button Switcher MPX 866 A Media Presentation Matrix Switcher • Reference Information 128
Extron® WarrantyExtron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of pur
Audio input and outputBy default, the audio ties follow the video ties. Audio breakaway, which can be activated via the optional front panel or under
Audio outputs (computer/audio output subgroup only)i Connections for balanced and unbalanced audio outputs — These 5-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw conne
Serial Portsj RS-232 connectors — Connect one or two host devices, such as computers, touch panel controls, or RS-232 capable PDAs to the switcher vi
Ethernet Connectionk LAN port — For IP control of the system, connect the matrix switcher to a PC or to an Ethernet LAN via this RJ-45 connector. You
Reset Button and LEDl Reset button — The recessed Reset button initiates four different levels of RESET matrix switcher reset: Events (mode 3) rese
Front Panel Configuration PortAUDIOVIDEOI/OCONTROLENTER PRESETVIEWESCPRESENTATION MATRIX SWITCHERMPX 866 ACONFIG14Figure 8. Front Panel Configuration P
This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and mainte-nance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipme
OperationThis section describes the monitoring and operation of the MPX 866 A matrix switcher using the front panel controls and indicators, including
Input and Output Buttons and LEDsNOTE: See “Front Panel Operations,” later in this chapter for detailed descriptions of all of the following function
Input buttons and LEDsa Computer inputs 1 through 8 subgroup buttons and LEDs — Select and identify computer video group inputs.b Video inputs 9 thr
Control Buttons and LEDsNOTE: See “Front Panel Operations,” later in this chapter for detailed descriptions of all of the following functions and ope
e Enter button and LED — The Enter button and LED have one primary function (❏) and three secondary (•) functions:❏ Saves configuration or preset cha
g View (<) button and LED — The View (<) button and LED have one primary function (❏) and four secondary (•) functions:❏ Selects View-Only mode
I/O ControlsNOTE: See “Front Panel Operations,” later in this chapter for detailed descriptions of all of the following functions and operations.You
Input and Output Label Panelsk Input and output label panels — These translucent panels can be removed and replaced to insert labels behind the panel
Front Panel Security LockoutsIn the procedural descriptions that follow, it is assumed that the switcher is in Lock mode 0 (fully unlocked). The follo
Creating a ConfigurationThe current configuration can be changed using the front panel buttons. Change the current configuration as follows:1. Press the
FCC Class A NoticeThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rule
Example 1: Creating a set of computer video and audio tiesIn the following example, input 5 is tied to outputs 3, 4, and 6. The steps show the front p
The current configuration is now input 5 video and audio tied to output 3, output 4, and output 6 (see figure 12).InputOutput3465VideoAudioFigure 12. E
5. Confirm the change: Press and release the Enter button.ENTER The Enter LED and all input LEDs and output LEDs return to the unlit state. Press the
4. Select the output: Press and release the output 4 button.1 2 3 4 5 6COMPUTER/AUDIO OUTPUTSENTER PRESETPress and release the Computer/Audio Output
Example 4: Creating a set of low resolution video and audio tiesNOTE: This example shows the unusual indications that happen when you make video and
4. Select the output: Press and release the low resolution Output 7 and Output 8 buttons.NOTE: The entire set of ties can be canceled at this point
Viewing a ConfigurationThe current conguration can be viewed using the front panel buttons and LEDs. The View-only mode prevents inadvertent changes t
Example 5: Viewing video and audio, audio only, and video only tiesThe following example shows the viewing of the video and audio, audio-only, and vid
5. Deselect video: Press and release the Video button.1 2 3 4 5 6VIDEO AUDIOI/OCOMPUTER/AUDIO OUTPUTSThe output buttons for audio outputs that are no
Muting and Unmuting Video and Audio OutputsNOTE: Mutes are protected when front panel Lock mode 2 is selected. You can view the mute status in Lock
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Example 6: Muting and unmuting an outputIn the following example, several switcher outputs are muted and unmuted. The steps show the front panel indic
5. Unmute the outputs: One at a time, press and hold the Output 3 button and then the Output 4 buttons for approximately 2 seconds until each LED lig
Example 7: Saving a global presetIn the following example, the current configuration is saved as a preset. The steps show the front panel indications t
Example 8: Recalling a global presetIn the following example, a preset is recalled to become the current configuration. The steps show the front panel
Selecting Composite Video or S-videoLow resolution video inputs 11 through 14 are individually configurable as either composite video or S-video. View
NOTE: Video format is protected when front panel Lock mode 2 is selected. You can view the format in Lock mode 2 but you cannot change it from the f
Viewing and Adjusting the Input Audio LevelThe audio level of each input can be displayed and adjusted through a range of -18 dB to +24 dB to ensure t
1. Press the Esc button to clear any input LEDs, output LEDs, or control LEDs that are lit.2. To enter Audio mode, press and hold the Audio button u
Example 10: Viewing and adjusting an input audio levelIn the following example, an audio level is viewed and adjusted. The steps show the front panel
5. Exit the Audio mode: Press and release the Audio button.AUDIOI/OVIDEOThe Audio LED stops blinking and lights steadily.The Video button lights.Pres
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See the table at right to read the volume display.The input LEDs light sequentially to indicate the approximate volume of the selected output. Volume
Example 11: Viewing and adjusting an output volume levelIn the following example, the audio output volume is viewed and adjusted. The steps show the f
ESC876513 149101112INPUTSVIDEO INPUTSThe input LEDs, independent of video group, display the selected output's audio volume level.In this example
Selecting Lock mode 2 or toggling between mode 2 and mode 0NOTES:• If the switcher is in Lock mode 0 or mode 1, this procedure selects mode 2. • I
Performing a System Reset from the Front PanelThe front panel reset is identical to the EZXXX} SIS command described in the Programming Guide section.
Selecting the Baud Rate of the RS-232 Primary PortThe matrix switcher supports the RS-232 serial communication protocol on the font panel Configuration
Rear Panel OperationsThe rear panel has a Reset button that initiates four levels of resets (identified as modes 1, 3, 4, and 5 for the sake of compari
Performing Soft System Resets (Modes 3, 4, and 5)Perform a soft reset of the switcher as follows:1. Use an Extron Tweeker or other small screwdriver
Performing a Hard ResetThe hard reset function restores the switcher to the base firmware that it shipped with. After a hard reset, events do not autom
TroubleshootingThis section gives recommendations on what to do if you have problems operating the switcher.1. Ensure that all devices are plugged in
IntroductionThis section introduces the Extron® MPX 866 A Media Presentation Matrix Switcher, including: About this Guide About the Media Presenta
Worksheet Example 2: Daily ConfigurationFigure 25 continues from worksheet example 1 by showing the video and audio ties that make up the configuration
Worksheet Example 3: Test ConfigurationThe A/V system in our ctional organization needs to be ne tuned on a regular basis. Figure 26 shows a typical
1 2345678123456Preset # Title: Video: Audio:Fill in the preset number and use colors, or dashes, etc. to make connecting lines.Indicate if the confi
Programming GuideThis section describes the operation of the MPX 866 A switcher using the Simple Instruction Set, including: RS-232 Ports Ethernet
Rear Panel Remote PortsFunctionPinTXRXGndTransmit dataReceive dataSignal groundRS-232PRIMARYRS-232SECONDARYTx RxTx RxControllingDeviceGround ( )R
Ethernet (LAN) PortThe rear panel Ethernet connector on the switcher can be connected to an Ethernet LAN or WAN. Communications between the switcher a
Establishing a ConnectionEstablish a network connection to a MPX 866 A switcher as follows:1. Open a TCP socket using the IP address of the switcher.
Host-to-Switcher InstructionsThe switcher accepts SIS commands through the RS-232 ports and Ethernet port. SIS commands consist of one or more charact
OutnnVolxx]The switcher initiates the Vol message when a front panel output audio volume change has occurred. nn is the input number and xx is the vol
Command and Response Table for SIS CommandsSymbol Definitions] = CR/LF (carriage return/line feed) (hex 0D 0A)} = Carriage return (no line feed, he
About the Media Presentation Matrix SwitcherA media presentation switcher combines multiple A/V switchers, of different video formats, and a program a
Command ASCII Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionCreate tiesNOTES: • The! tie command for RGB and % tiecommandfor
Command/Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command ASCII Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionCreate ties (conti
Command/Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command ASCII Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionAudio output volum
Command/Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command ASCII Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionAudio input gain a
Command/Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command ASCII Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionPreset namesWrite
Command/Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command ASCII Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionView ties, gain, v
Command/Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command ASCII Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionLock (executive) m
Command and Response Table for IP-Specific SIS CommandsSymbol definitionsX2! = Web page priority 0 = internal 1 = userX2@ = Matrix name (Up to 240
Command and Response Table for IP-Specific SIS CommandsCommand ASCII Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionIP setup comman
Matrix SoftwareThis section introduces the Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program software that is included with the MPX 866 A Media Presentation Mat
The switcher is housed in a rack-mountable, 2U high metal enclosure with mounting anges for standard 19-inch racks. A rack mounting kit is included w
2. Click the Software tab (see figure 30). 3. Scroll to the desired program and click Install (see figure 31).Figure 31. Software Installation4. Fol
Using the Matrix Switcher Control SoftwareMany items found in the Matrix Switchers Control Program are also accessible front panel controls (see the“O
3. If you selected IP [LAN] in step 2, the IP Connection dialog box appears (see figure 33).Figure 33. Address and Password Entrya. Examine the Matr
Figure 34. Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program Window (Blank)Figure 35. Sample Program Window (Complete) MPX 866 A Media Presentation Matrix Swit
4. � To create a tie, drag an input box to one or more output boxes. To remove a tie, drag the output box to its tied input box or to the trash can.
Valid addresses consist of four 1-, 2-, or 3-digit numeric subfields, properly called “octets,” separated by dots (periods). Each field can be numbered
Date, Time (local), and GMT (offset) fieldsThe Date field displays the current date in the Greenwich Mean Time zone.The Time (local) field displays the c
Administrator Password and User Password fieldsThe Administrator Password field displays the password required to log on to the matrix switcher via the
Updating firmwareThe firmware upgrade utility provides a way to replace the firmware that is coded on the control board of the switcher without taking th
6454Folder wherefirmware isinstalledNOTE: The version shown is a sample values only.Figure 38. Downloading Firmware Upgrade Files7. Connect a compu
Audio — Input and output balanced or unbalanced stereo audio on 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw terminals.Audio input gain/attenuation — Individual input
8. Start the Matrix Switchers Control Program and connect to the matrix switcher. See “Using the Matrix Switcher Control Software,” steps 1 through 4
Serial-port-connected firmware upload10Figure 40. Extron Firmware Loader Window10. SelecttheMPX866AmatrixswitcherandclickFile > Open. The C
Uploading HTML filesYoucancreatecustomizedHTMLpagesfortheswitchertodisplay.TheHTML Files List window(seegure43),accessibleviatheToo
Windows Buttons, Drop Boxes, and trash canThe buttons, drop boxes, and trash can on the right side of the Matrix Switchers Control Program window pe
Tools menu Assign Device Icons —Displaysthecompletesetofinputandoutputdeviceicons.Youcandraganyoftheseiconstotheinputand output b
Update Firmware — Allows you to replace the firmware .without taking the switcher out of service (see “Updating Firmware”).IP Options — Allows you to s
Audio Input Configuration selection Displays the Configure Audio Options window, which allows you to make audio input gain and attenuation adjustments t
Ties as Crosspoints — Displays ties as a matrix of inputs and outputs (see figure 50). Ties that have been made are indicated as amber or green boxes.
Master-Reset selection Master reset performs all of the following functions: Clears all ties Clears all presets Clears all video and audio mutes
Using the Help systemFor information about program features, you can access the help program in any of the following ways: From the Extron Electroni
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