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1. 4 4 Chapter 5 Matrix Software 5 1 Matrix Switcher Control Program ee 5 2 Installing the software pp 5 2 Using fa STENE EE ssa ededi ace usa saia naus ik 5 2 A A eE E A 5 2 Mio aaen n R A AEA E A E E E 5 3 Windows MENUS atada ias R iaaa 5 4 Using emulation mode pp 5 5 Using the SSE REE ENE a RR A E 5 5 Button Label Generator vrn ven nrnnnnnnnnrnnnnnnennrnnennenvernennernennen 5 5 Using the software EE NE r 5 5 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Table of Contents Appendix A Specifications ee A 1 Specifi ONS Lure as a ae aa io en A 2 Part NUMBERS naciona sha A 4 Matrix 50 Series switchers part numbers rrrrrnnnnnnnnnnvvnnnrnnnnnrrvvrnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnsssennnnnnnnnsee A 4 Matik S50 Option KE enano ee ee en ee ee a in A 4 Optional accessories pt A 5 Ca A 5 Appendix B e Reference Information J eres B 1 Hardware Procedures B 2 Opening the switcher pp B 2 dosmg tne s uuu EE NE EE EN B 3 Installing and removing video and audio modules s ssssssssnsssseesssssrrrrrnrnrrrennssssrrnnnn nenne B 3 Mage TO NR See unamasa RE ER RA RR e B 4 REMOVING a video Module vts B 5 Installing an audio module pp B 6 Removing and 3udio module Le B 7 Swapping the serial
2. 2 1 Rack Mounting the Switcher ven nennvnnvennnn 2 2 Cabling and Rear Panel Views ven nnrnvenvnnnnnnnennn 2 2 Power connection e E No OA 2 3 Video input and output connections video models only 2 3 Audio input and output connections audio models Only 2 3 RS 232 422 connection pp 2 4 External ONE 2 5 Additional rear panel views ie 2 6 Chapter 3 o Operation 3 1 Front Panel Controls and Indicators ea 3 2 D CORS ed PROD DE asss 3 2 Input buttons output buttons ana LEDs 3 2 Control buttons and LEDS a 3 2 O GI A 3 3 Front panel MO label windows 3 4 Front Panel Operations sismo 3 4 FOU ae e ain as 3 4 Creating a configuration pp 3 4 Example 1 Creating a set of video and audio ties pp 3 5 Example 2 Adding a tie to a set of video and audio ties 3 6 Example 3 Removing a tie from a set of video and audio ties pp 3 6 Viewing a configuration uuu a au 3 7 Example 4 Viewing video and audio audio only and video o
3. To next device QS 1 Quick Start Matrix 50 Series Switchers cont d Front Panel Controls Input and output buttons and LEDs select and identify inputs and outputs Input buttons also select presets On audio models the output LEDs also display the audio level of the selected input Enter button saves changes when you change the configuration Preset button saves a configuration as a preset or recalls a previously defined preset View button selects a view only mode that prevents inadvertent configuration changes On audio models the View button decrements the audio level of the selected input The View LED indicates a negative attenuation value 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 On audio models the Esc button increments the audio level of the selected input The Esc LED indicates a positive gain value Video and Audio buttons select deselect video and or audio The Audio LED blinks to indicate audio breakaway The Audio button also selects the audio level adjust mode Input and output label windows hold labels that can be created easily with Extron s label software or with any Brother P Touch labeler Create a tie A Press and release the Video and or Audio button s to select audio and or video Ko VIDEO AUDIO
4. 8 12 ue 12 15 High audio output level CD jukebox Figure 1 2 Audio gain and attenuation Global memory presets 12 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 Switching flexibility Individually buffered independent matrix switched video outputs with audio follow and audio breakaway for models with audio e Any input to any or all outputs Quick multiple tie Multiple inputs can be switched to multiple outputs simultaneously This allows all displays outputs to change from source to source at the same time e Audio follow Audio can be switched with the corresponding video input This feature allows any audio signal to be selected with any video signal simultaneously to one or all outputs in any combination Audio follow switching can be done via front panel control or under RS 232 RS 422 remote control e Audio breakaway Audio can be broken away from its corresponding video signal Audio breakaway switching can be done via front panel control or under RS 232 RS 422 control Remote control The Matrix 50 switchers are remote controllable using the MKP 1000 master control keypad and any combination of MCP 1000 slave control panels and or MKP 1000 slave control keypads The remote control devices are easy to use and provide ta
5. wuj wu 5 screws fv modules must be removed to access audio can 1 center post ee 4 corner posts Figure B 5 Installing the audio board 4 Secure the audio module to the five standoffs on the floor of the switcher figure B 6 5 Reinstall all video modules and the bus ribbon cable in accordance with Installing a video module on page B 4 6 Ifthe size of the matrix was changed 8 x 4 configuration to 12 x 8 configuration for example or if video or audio capabilities were added or removed see Setting the front panel jumper on page B 10 B 6 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Reference Information Figure B 6 Mounting the audio board KUNNE Ensure that tools and hands are outside the switcher before powering up re the switcher If not already done attach the power cord to the switcher and to the AC power source Make sure the switcher is working properly Unplug the AC power cord No Jon power up the switcher s Power LED blinks four times pauses and 10 blinks four times again there is a conflict in the jumper settings Remove the power cable recheck the jumper settings and power the switcher up again If not already done reinstall the switcher s top cover See Closing the switcher on page B 3 If not already done and if the switcher was removed from a rack reinstall the switcher in the rack If not already done reconnect the AC power input and out
6. CONTROL e e B Press and release the desired input button gt Q C Press and release the desired output button s ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO v A D Press and release the Enter button View ties A Press and release the View button E oy VIDEO AUDIO CONTRC e 10 O q e p B Press and release the Video and or Audio button s to select audio and or video C Press and release the desired input button The selected input and tied output LEDs light ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO Save or recall a preset A To save a preset press and hold the Preset button until the Preset LED begins to blink Save X Recall To recall a preset press and release the Preset button The Preset LED turns on steadily ONTROL e B Press and release the input button associated with the desired preset number HANNENE View and adjust audio level A Press and hold the Audio button until the Audio LED begins to blink B Press and release the desired input button The level is displayed by the output LEDs by the Esc LED and by the View LED C Increment and decrement the level by pressing the Esc A and View W buttons D Press and release the Audio button to exit QS 2 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction aaa aaa 1 1 About the Matrix 50 Series Switchers erre 1 2 Features n 1 3 Chapter 2 Installation
7. HR 300 feet 90 0 meters BNC 5 Mini HR Cable BNC 5 25 HR 25 feet 7 5 meters BNC 5 50 HR 50 feet 15 0 meters BNC 5 75 HR 75 feet 23 0 meters BNC 5 100 HR 100 feet 30 0 meters BNC 5 150 HR 150 feet 45 0 meters BNC 5 200 HR 200 feet 60 0 meters BNC 5 250 HR 250 feet 75 0 meters BNC 5 300 HR 300 feet 90 0 meters S video Cable SVHS 6 6 feet 1 8 meters SVHS 12 12 feet 3 7 meters SVHS 20 20 feet 6 1 meters SVHS 30 30 feet 9 1 meters SVHS 50 50 feet 15 2 meters SVHS 75 75 feet 22 9 meters SVHS 100 100 feet 30 4 meters without connectors Matrix 50 Series Switchers Specifications Part 26 210 04 26 210 05 26 210 06 26 210 07 26 210 08 26 210 09 26 210 54 26 210 53 26 260 03 26 260 04 26 260 16 26 260 05 26 260 12 26 260 06 26 260 18 26 260 14 26 316 02 26 316 03 26 316 01 26 316 04 26 316 05 26 316 06 26 316 07 Ned Bulk cable in lengths up to 5000 1524 meter rolls is available with or 1 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Appendix B Reference Information Hardware Procedures Button Labels Reference Information Hardware Procedures This appendix contains procedures for performing hardware maintenance operations such as installing a Matrix 50 Option Kit swapping the RS 232 and RS 422 ports installing a new firmware update and replacing the fuse Opening the switcher Before you can perform any of the hardware
8. e 0 e oe 0 e e e oe e O O O O O A TEM TeL e A e e O e e A O 0 D 2 1 2 4 5 6 7 ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUTS v A Figure 3 9 Example 4e Viewing the current configuration audio only If audio ties are established for input 5 the output LEDs for all audio outputs tied to input 5 light If no ties are established for input 5 all output LEDs turn off F Press and release the Video and Audio buttons to toggle the Video LED on and the Audio LED off figure 3 10 If video ties are established for input 5 the output LEDs for all video outputs tied to input 5 light If no ties are established for input 5 all output LEDs turn off Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation 3 9 Operation cont d 3 10 po E Press oa 9 0 1 1 VID DI m O gt Cc O CONTROL 1 0 e e p o ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO Y A Figure 3 10 Example 4f Viewing the current configuration video only Muting and unmuting video and or audio Individual outputs can be muted or unmuted by doing the following 1 5 NOTE 1 Press the Esc button to clear any input LEDs output LEDs or control LEDs that may be on Press and release the View button Select video audio or both to mute or unmute by pressing the Video and or Audio buttons One at a time press and hold the output button s for the desired output s for approximat
9. for approximately 2 seconds until the associated output LED begins to blink The output 3 and output 4 video and audio signals are muted Ned Figure 3 11 shows only the indications directly related to the mute operation Indications from existing ties are not shown to avoid confusion 4 e e Hold B 3 H sr Y A xx D MH K 5 Hold Press VIEW INPUTS 7 o 8 e CONTR L o 8 10 ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO 4 Hoi LE 3 o 4 F Figure 3 11 Example 5 step d Muting and unmuting outputs E One at a time press and hold the Output 3 and Output 4 LEDs for approximately 2 seconds until the associated output LED lights steadily The output 3 and output 4 video and audio signals are unmuted Press and release the View button to exit view only mode The View LED and all input and output LEDs go out Using global memory presets The current configuration configuration 0 can be saved as a preset in any one of 12 preset memory addresses NOTE 1 Only the audio and video ties are stored and recalled audio gain settings are not saved and they do not change when a preset is recalled Presets cannot be viewed from the front panel unless recalled as the current configuration Presets can be viewed using Extron s Windows based control program See chapter 5 for
10. vom Hersteller empfohlen wird Entsorgen Sie verbrauchte Batterien bitte gemaf den Herstelleranweisungen Advertencia Alimentaci n el ctrica Este equipo debe conectarse nicamente a la fuente tipo de alimentaci n el ctrica indicada en el mismo La alimentaci n el ctrica de este equipo debe provenir de un sistema de distribuci n general con conductor neutro a tierra La tercera pata puesta a tierra es una medida de seguridad no puentearia ni eliminaria Desconexi n de alimentaci n el ctrica Para desconectar con seguridad la acometida de alimentaci n el ctrica al equipo desenchufar todos los cables de alimentaci n en el panel trasero del equipo o desenchufar el m dulo de alimentaci n si fuera independiente o desenchufar el cable del recept culo de la pared Protecci n del cables de alimentaci n Los cables de alimentaci n el ctrica se deben instalar en lugares donde no sean pisados ni apretados por objetos que se puedan apoyar sobre ellos Reparaciones mantenimiento Solicitar siempre los servicios t cnicos de personal calificado En el interior no hay partes a las que el usuario deba acceder Para evitar riesgo de electrocuci n no intentar personalmente la reparaci n mantenimiento de este equipo ya que al abrir o extraer las tapas puede quedar expuesto a voltajes peligrosos u otros riesgos Ranuras y aberturas Si el equipo posee ranuras o orificios en su caja alojamiento es para evitar el sobrecalient
11. 7 Captive screw connector wiring for audio output NTM Connect the sleeve to ground Gnd Connecting the sleeve to a negative terminal will damage the audio output circutts By default the audio output follows the video switch Audio breakaway commanded via the front panel under RS 232 422 control or Windows based control program allows you to select from any one of the audio input sources See chapter 3 Operation chapter 4 Programmer s Guide and chapter 5 Matrix Software for details RS 232 422 connection 6 Remote RS 232 RS 422 port Connect a host device such as a computer or touch panel control to the Matrix 50 via 5 1 1 5 this 9 pin D connector for serial Jo e RS 232 RS 422 control 5 E E 5 If desired attach an MCP 1000 remote Female Male control panel master unit to the switcher s RS 232 RS 422 connector Matrix 50 Series Switchers Installation You can also connect an MKP 1000 remote keypad or MCP 1000 slave unit to the MCP 1000 master unit Refer to the MCP 1000 Remote Control Panel User s Manual and the MKP 1000 User s Manual for details See chapter 4 Programmer s Guide for definitions of the SIS commands and chapter 5 Matrix Software for details on how to install and use the control software NON The Matrix 50 Series Switchers are factory configured for RS 232 control To use the switcher under RS 422 control an internal cable must be moved See appendix B for the procedure for shift
12. 8 x 4 S video switcher 60 359CZ 12 x 8 composite video and audio switcher 60 359K V 12 x 8 composite video switcher 60 359KZ 12 x 4 composite video and audio switcher 60 359HW 12 x 4 composite video switcher 60 359HZ 8 x 8 composite video and audio switcher 60 359EX 8 x 8 composite video switcher 60 359EZ 8 x 4 composite video and audio switcher 60 359BY 8 x 4 composite video switcher 60 359BZ 12 x 8 stereo audio switcher 60 359AV 12 x 4 stereo audio switcher 60 359AW 8 x 8 stereo audio switcher 60 359AX 8 x 4 stereo audio switcher 60 359A Y Matrix Switchers Control Program and Button Label Generator 29 015 01 Matrix 50 Series Switchers User s Manual 68 346 01 Matrix 50 Option Kits Extron Part Part 12 x 8 video kit 70 165 04 12 x 4 video kit 70 165 03 8 x 8 video kit 70 165 02 8 x 4 video kit 70 165 01 12 x 8 audio kit 70 166 04 12 x 4 audio kit 70 166 03 8 x 8 audio kit 70 166 02 8 x 4 audio kit 70 166 01 Optional Accessories Extron Part Rack desk mounting kit Captive screw audio connector SVHS BNC adapter RCA to BNC adapter MKP 1000 Gray Black White MKP 1000M master MKP 10005 slave Cables Part 70 077 03 10 319 10 26 353 01 10 264 01 60 239 01 60 239 02 60 239 03 60 298 01 60 298 02 When 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 maximum performance Either BNC 4 Mini HR cable or BNC 5 Mini HR cable c
13. Audio Fill in the preset number use colors or dashes etc to make connecting lines Indicate if the configuration is for Video Audio or both Figure 3 17 Worksheet example 2 Daily configuration Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Operation 3 17 Operation cont d 3 18 Worksheet example 3 Test configuration The A V system in this fictional organization needs to be fine tuned on a regular basis Figure 3 18 shows a typical test configuration with an Extron video test generator input 12 generating a test pattern to all monitors outputs 1 2 3 4 and 6 Sound checks are run from the CD player input 5 to all audio systems outputs 3 4 6 and 8 Input sources Camera Security Lobby Class Class Class Class main fae security L ae room 1 room 2 room 1 ker 2 x a podium camera VCR VCR LD PG GIG GC CA Gl eh a UN F q U j Main Class Class Archive Main Lunch hall monitor room 1 room 2 VCR podium x room monitor rear proj rear proj monitor stereo Output destinations Preset 12 Title Test configuration Video Audio Fill in the preset number use colors or dashes etc to make connecting lines Indicate if the configuration is for Video Audio or both Figure 3 18 Worksheet example 3 Test configuration Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Operation Jooysy4om UOIeINBIJ
14. Palette from File Browse Click on Boxes below to Select Button for Editing Inputs DD Figure 5 3 Extrons Button Label Generator window You can also see an example of a completed Extron s Button Label Generator window by clicking on the Help menu on the main screen choosing Show Help and clicking on the Load Demo button 5 6 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Matrix Software 1 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Appendix A Specifications Specifications Part Numbers Specifications Video NOUS usina 8x4 8x8 12x4 or 12 x 8 matrix C vi y OPI e ooo Unity Bandwidth astas 150 MHz 3dB fully loaded 0 10 MHz no more than 0 1dB to 0 1dB 0 130 MHZ no more than 0 5dB to 0 5dB Phase between I OSs lt 1 28 at 3 58 MHz Differential phase error 0 1 3 58 and 4 43 MHz Differential gain error 0 19 3 58 and 4 43 MHz Max propagation of delay 5 ns typical 1 ns Crosstalk 50dB 5 MHz HVU 200 ns max Video input Number signal type 8 or 12 RGsB RsGsBs component video Y R Y B Y HDTV S video composite video SE ae 8 or 12 x 1 2 or 3 BNC female Nominal levels 1V p p for Y of component video and S video and for composite video 0 7V p p for RGB 0 3V p p for R Y and B Y of component video and for C of S video Mini
15. Views Installation Rack Mounting the Switcher The Matrix 50 Series Switchers are housed in rack mountable 2U high 19 wide metal enclosures The appropriate rack mount kit is included with each switcher Rack mount the switcher as follows 1 Insert the switcher into the rack align the holes in the mounting bracket with those of the rack 2 Secure the switcher to the rack using the supplied machine screws Cabling and Rear Panel Views All connectors are on the rear panel Figure 2 1 shows a 12x8 Matrix 50 component video and audio switcher Figure 2 2 shows a 12x8 Matrix 50 S video switcher without an audio module Figure 2 3 shows a 12x8 Matrix 50 composite video and audio switcher Figure 2 4 shows a 12x8 Matrix 50 audio switcher The 8x4 8x8 and 12x4 matrixes are housed in the same 2U enclosure but have fewer input and or output connectors to accommodate the different matrix sizes each provides Figure 2 1 Rear panel connectors Matrix 50 component video and audio switcher O O O O O O O Es LlRIL2RI L SRIF L4 REL SRELCORILTRILBRIEL 9OR L1IORI LIIR RS RIL2RILI3IRILA4ARILORILORILT7RILBR HHTPELILHTIHHHTPETITTHITHIHITHIIHITHIHITI LLL THITITHTLRLIIHHITIIIHIITHITHHI dl _ _ a a Y h AAA Figure 2 3 Rear panel connectors Matrix 50 composite video and audio switcher Lk TRIK 2 BR IL SRI Ld RIEL
16. for a 12x8 Matrix 50 switcher with audio in a fictional organization with the system hardware annotated Inputs 10 and 11 and output 7 have no connections in this organization so they have been crossed out on the worksheet Input sources Camera Security Lobby Class Class Class Class main en security Ps ae room 1 room 2 room 1 here 2 x a podium camera VCR VCR LD 0000 2 6 Cod o 6 x La le Lo Le Le Le o Lo Main Class Class Archive Main Lunch hall monitor room 1 room 2 VCR podium x room monitor rear proj rear proj monitor stereo Output destinations Preset 3 Title Daily configuration Video Audio Fill in the preset number use colors or dashes etc to make connecting lines Indicate if the configuration is for Video Audio or both Figure 3 16 Worksheet example 1 System equipment Inputs include video cameras audio tape and CD players laser disc players VCRs and a VTG 200 video test generator Output devices include monitors front and rear projJectors a stereo and a VCR This example labeled preset 3 is used as the daily configuration Choose your own method of notation The Extron VTG 200 video test generator connected to input 12 enables a video test pattern to be sent to one several or all output devices for problem isolation or adjustment purposes An audio test tape or CD could
17. for that input audio breakaway is active Toggle the Video LED off by pressing and releasing the Video button 4 When you enter view only mode the output LEDs turn on for all outputs without ties Likewise when an output button for which there are no ties is pushed the output LEDs turn on for all outputs without ties The blinking Audio LED indicates audio breakaway for one or more of those outputs Example 4 Viewing video and audio audio only and video only ties See figure 3 7 figure 3 8 figure 3 9 and figure 3 10 and the following steps for an example of viewing the video and audio audio only and video only ties in the current configuration on a 12x8 Matrix 50 switcher with audio No Y Example 4 shows the process of viewing the current configuration after the steps in Examples 1 2 and 3 have been completed Me xx Press pose Eo VIDEO AUDIO INPUTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 e eee e o VIEW EE TE B E FE TE BE EE Em FE E a O A O A A A 0 e D 3 4 8 ENTER PRESET VIEW EC VIDEO AUDIO Y RA 0 Press a om ESC Figure 3 7 Example 4 Viewing the current configuration A Press and release the Esc button The Esc LED flashes once Press and release the View button to enter view only mode The View LED lights To select both video and audio for viewing if necessary press and release the Video and Audio buttons until the Video LED and Audio LED ligh
18. mat riel hors tension sans danger d connectez tous les cordons d alimentation de l arri re de l appareil ou du module d alimentation de bureau s il est amovible ou encore de la prise secteur Protection du cordon d alimentation Acheminer les cordons d alimentation de mani re ce que personne ne risque de marcher dessus et ce qu ils ne soient pas cras s ou pinc s par des objets R paration maintenance Faire ex cuter toutes les interventions de r paration maintenance par un technicien qualifi Aucun des l ments internes ne peut tre r par par l utilisateur Afin d viter tout danger d lectrocution l utilisateur ne doit pas essayer de proc der lui m me ces op rations car l ouverture ou le retrait des couvercles risquent de l exposer de hautes tensions et autres dangers Fentes et orifices Si le bo tier de l appareil comporte des fentes ou des orifices ceux ci servent emp cher les composants internes sensibles de surchauffer Ces ouvertures ne doivent jamais tre bloqu es par des objets Lithium Batterie Il a danger d explosion s ll y a remplacment incorrect de la batterie Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du meme type ou d un ype equivalent recommande par le constructeur Mettre au reut les batteries usagees conformement aux instructions du fabricant Vorsicht Stromquellen Dieses Ger t sollte nur ber die auf dem Produkt angegebene Stromquelle betrieben werden Dieses Ger t wu
19. mode Emulation mode allows you to set up the software without attaching the switcher to a computer To use emulation mode do the following 1 Double click on the Matrix Switcher Control Program icon shown at left in the Extron Electronics group or folder 2 Choose Emulate and click OK 3 Choose an emulation file to open and click OK The file DEMO MTX provides a sample of a completed matrix setup The file NEW INI provides a blank setup to get you started 4 Enter the file name under which you want to save any changes to the file and click OK 5 Select the number of video boards audio boards and the matrix model for which you are preparing a configuration and click OK 6 Continue using the program as described in steps 3 through 5 starting on page 5 2 Using the help system For information about program features you can access the help program in any of the following ways e From me Extron Electronics program folder or group double click on the Matrix Switcher Help icon shown at left MATRA Svitcher Help e From within the Matrix Switcher Control Program click on the Help menu on the main screen e From within the Matrix Switcher Control Program press the Fl key Button Label Generator The program is contained on the same set of 3 5 inch diskettes as the Matrix Switcher Control Program and is installed automatically when you install that program By default the Windows installation goes
20. more details The current configuration and all presets are stored in non volatile memory When power is removed and restored the current configuration is still active and all presets are retained When a preset is recalled it replaces the current configuration which is lost unless it is also stored as a preset The recalled preset overwrites all of the current configuration ties in favor of the preset configuration ties Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation 3 11 Operation cont d 3 12 Example 6 Saving a preset See figure 3 12 and the following steps for an example of saving the current configuration as a preset on a 12x8 Matrix 50 switcher with audio 1 Press G LED key off blinking flash once Ke INPUTS 7 2 3 4 5 6 P e e e e e e e e e e e e 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OUTPUTS Hold EK Press oy Ko PRESET ESC JONTROL 0 p e p ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO Y Figure 3 12 Example 6 Saving the current configuration as preset 1 A Press and release the Esc button The Esc LED flashes once Press and hold the Preset button for approximately 2 seconds until the Preset LED begins to blink then release the Preset button Press and release the input 1 button The input 1 LED lights flashes once The Preset LED turns off Example 7 Recalling a preset See figure 3 13 and the following steps for an example
21. of recalling the current configuration as a preset on a 12x8 Matrix 50 switcher with audio oros O LED key ott LY on OG flash once Ke INPUTS 7 2 3 4 5 6 8 e e Figure 3 13 Example 7 Recalling preset 1 oT ne Press oy Ko PRESET ESC JONTROL 10 p p e e ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO v A A Press and release the Esc button The Esc LED flashes once Press and release the Preset button The Preset LED lights Press and release the input 1 button The input 1 LED flashes once The Preset LED turns off The configuration stored in memory location 1 is now the current configuration and can be viewed in the view only mode Example 4 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation Viewing and adjusting the audio level The audio level of each input can be displayed and adjusted through a range of 15dB to 9dB to ensure that there is no noticeable volume difference among sources The audio level can be adjusted from the front panel or by using Extron s Windows based control program 1 NOTE 1 Press and hold the Audio button until the Audio LED begins to blink then release the Audio button Press and release an input button to select an input The audio level for the selected input is displayed by the output LEDs and the polarity or is displayed by the view or Esc LEDs Press and release the Esc A and View W bu
22. upgrade procedures you must open the switcher To open the switcher do the following 1 Disconnect the power cord from the switcher 2 If the switcher is rack mounted remove the switcher from the rack and place it on a clean workspace 3 Remove the eight screws that secure the switcher s top cover as shown in figure B 1 If you are also installing a firmware update remove two screws in this location on the bottom cover AS Front panel ty Figure B 1 Removing the top cover screws 4 Lift the top cover straight up Lift the cover evenly to clear the grooves at the edge of the rear panel 5 If you are updating the firmware remove the two screws at the front edge of the bottom cover and the four screws and washers securing front panel to the bottom cover Three internal cables connected to the front panel can be damaged if strained Carefully tilt the front panel away from the main body of the switcher 6 If you are updating the firmware remove the top cable by pressing the two receptacle tabs on the top cable outward as shown at the Ribbon cable left and pulling back gently on the cable connector to remove it from the receptacle Lay the front panel down in front of the switcher Connector U e e Self latching receptacle B 2 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Reference Information Closing the switcher To close the switcher when you have finished performing a P
23. 10 Esc Rpr10 4 Recalls the preset Video mute commands Video mute x2 1B Vmtha 1 4 Mute output x2 video video off Video unmute Xx2 0B Vmtlx2 0 4 Unmute output X2 video video on Read video mute x2 B X10 4 1 mute on 0 mute off Global RGB mute 1 B Vmtl lt d Global RGB unmute 0 B Vmt0 lt Audio mute commands Audio mute 2j 1Z Amtlx2 1 4 Mute output X2 video audio off Audio unmute x2 02 Amt xzj 0 4J Unmute output x2 video audio on Read audio mute X21Z X10 lt 1 mute on 0 mute off Global audio mute 17 Amtl lt Global audio unmute OZ Amt0 lt Executive mode Lock front panel X Exel 4 Enable executive mode Unlock front panel X Exe0 lt Disable executive mode Resets Reset global presets Ese zG ZapGe 4 Clear all global presets Reset audio levels Ese zA ZapAe l Reset all audio levels to OdB Reset whole switcher Eselz XXX ZapXXX lt Clears all ties and global presets and resets all audio gains to OdB Matrix 50 Series Switchers Programmer s Guide 4 5 Programmers Guide cont d Command response table for SIS commands Cont d Command ASCII Command Response Additional description host to switcher switcher to host View ties gain and presets View video output tie V v be Outlx2 e In x3 e Vid y Example v7 Out07 e In02 e Vidas Output 7 video tied to input 2 video View audio output tie V v K2 Out x2ljeIn xsjeAud 41 Example V3 Out03 e In06 Aud 1 Output 3 audio tie
24. 3 Operation cont d CONTR e v ENTER PRESET VIEW gt Y Figure 3 14 Example 8 Viewing the audio level D Press and release the View W button once to decrease the audio level displayed by the output LEDs by 1dB Press and release the View W button several more times to decrease the audio level displayed by the output LEDs by an additional 1dB per button push Note the output LED View LED and Esc LED changes that occur each time the View W button is pressed and released Figure 3 15 shows the result of pressing the View V button a total of 9 times Note that the Esc A LED has turned off and that the View W LED is blinking to indicate a negative level NON another input button is pressed and released the level value for the current input is saved and the level value for the newly selected input is displayed O s Eo VIDEO AUDIO O Ex Y CONTR 1 0 e v v Or 9 times ENTER pr ESC VIDEO AUDIO Y A 00 22 B VIEW y Figure 3 15 Example 8d Adjusting the audio level Press and release the Audio button The Audio LED stops blinking and the View V LED if lit the Esc A LED if lit the selected input LED and all output LEDs turn off NOTE Both the Video and Audio LEDs light Executive mode front panel security lockout The executive mode lim
25. B 2 to gain access to the interior of your switcher including the instructions to remove the front panel Locate the RS 232 RS 422 ribbon cable that connects the front panel board to the rear panel RS 232 422 port figure B 7 Note which receptacle on the front panel board that the cable plugs into and remove the cable from its receptacle see step 4 in Swapping the serial ports NON Do not touch the components inside the switcher without being electrically e OP grounded Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage ICs even if you cannot feel see or hear it Unplug the power cable from the front panel board Place the front panel board button side down on a suitable workspace Locate IC U7 figure B 7 Use the PLCC IC puller to remove the existing firmware IC Squeeze the tool to align its hooks with the slots in opposite corners of socket U7 Insert the hooks squeeze gently and pull the IC straight out of the socket Set the IC aside 7 Note the key angled corner of the new firmware IC and the dot on the underside that indicates pin 1 figure B 8 Orient the IC to match the key and pin 1 indicated by arrow on the socket and carefully press the IC in place 8 Reinstall the power cable that was removed in step 3 Key Pin 1 mark Pin 1 mark al lu ed O O Oo Socket Figure B 8 Key and pin 1 mark 9 10 Reinstall the RS 232 RS 422 cable removed in step 2 Ensure the RS 232 RS 422 ribb
26. Extron Electronics ION 9 INTERFACING SWITCHING AND DISTRIBUTION uro User s Manual Matrix 50 Series Matrix Audio Video Switchers 68 218 01 Rev J 11 04 Precautions Safety Instructions English 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 alertthe user ofthe presence ofuninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may Present a risk of electric shock Caution Read Instructions Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before using the equipment Retain Instructions The safety instructions should be kept for future reference Follow Warnings Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the equipment or in the user information Avoid Attachments Do not use tools or attachments that are not recommended by the equipment manufacturer because they may be hazardous Consignes de S curit Francais Cesymbole sert avertirl utilisateur que la documentation fournie avec le mat riel AN contient des instructions importantes concernant l exploitation et la maintenance r paration Ce symbole sert avertir l utilisateur de la pr sence dans le bo tier de l appareil de tensions dangereuses non isol es posant des risques d lectrocution Attention Lire les instructionse Prendre connaissance de toutes les consigne
27. RS 422 control an internal cable must be moved See appendix B for the procedure for moving the cable The RS 232 RS 422 connector on the Matrix 50 Series switcher is a 9 pin D female connector with pin assignments as shown in figure 4 1 The protocol is 9600 baud 8 bit 1 stop bit no parity and no flow control Host to Switcher Instructions The switcher accepts SIS Simple Instruction Set commands through the RS 232 RS 422 port SIS commands consist of one or more characters per command field They do not require any special characters to begin or end the command character sequence Each switcher response to an SIS command ends with a carriage return and a line feed CR LF 4 which signals the end of the response character string A string is one or more characters Switcher Initiated Messages When a local event such as a front panel operation occurs the switcher responds by sending a message to the host The switcher initiated messages are listed below underlined C Copyright 2002 Extron Electronics CrossPoint Mav Matrix Vx xx J The copyright message is initiated by the switcher when it is first powered on Vx xx is the firmware version number RECONFIG 1 The reconfig message is initiated by the switcher when a front panel operation has occurred an audio gain adjustment has been completed or a memory preset has been recalled RAM Test Failed 4 ROM Checksum Failed 4 EEPROM Reset Presets Attenuators e
28. SRELE6ORIELTRILBRIEL ORELIORILII1R pea RIL2RILI3IRILA4ARILORILORILT7RILBR Figure 2 4 Rear panel connectors Matrix 50 audio switcher 2 2 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Installation Power connection 1 AC power connector Plug a standard IEC power cord into this connector to connect the switcher to a 100 to 240VAC 50 Hz or 60 Hz power source Video input and output connections video models only Nei All video input and output connections to the Matrix 50 Series switchers are made with female BNC connectors Some types of RCA to BNC Connector video output devices do not have BNC video output connectors For these cases a suitable cable CU or connector adapter is necessary between the device output connector and the BNC input RCA Connector BNC Connector connector of the switcher 2 HDTV component video inputs three video module Composite HDTV S video video models only Connect HDTV component video RGsB or RsGsBs video inputs to these BNC connectors for each input S video inputs two video module models only Connect S video inputs to these BNC connectors for each input Composite video inputs single video module models only Connect composite video inputs to these BNC connectors for each input 3 HDTV component video outputs three video module models only Connect HDTV component video RGsB or RsGsBs video outputs to these BNC connectors for each output S video outputs t
29. Tie input x3 to output x2 video only Ka Outlx2 In x3 e Vid a Audio breakaway Example 7 5 Out05 eIn07 Vida Tie input 7 video to output 5 Tie input x3 to output x2 audio only X2 Out x2zjeIn xsjeAud a Audio breakaway Example 12 8 Out08 In12 Aud Tie input 12 audio to output 8 Quick multiple tie EsciO x3 lx2 x3 x2 OuteMultieIneMultie Alla Example EscJQ3 413 513 6 OuteMultieIneMultie Alla Tie input 3 to outputs 4 5 and 6 Tie input to all outputs xa Out Multi e In x3 All 4 Example 5 Out e Multi e In05 AI XI Tie input 5 to all outputs Audio input gain and attenuation Set audio input gain to dB value xa G In x1 Aud X6 y Example 1 2G In01eAud 02 4 Set input 1 audio gain to 2dB Set audio input attenuation to dB value k5 g In x1 e Aud x6 y Increment gain up In x1 e Aud X6 1 Example In05 Aud 03 4 Audio input 5 level incremented from 2dB to 3dB Decrement gain down In x1 Aud X6 1 Example In07 e Aud 09 Audio input 7 level decremented from 8dB to 9dB Global memory presets Save current configuration as preset Sprks Command character is a comma Example Spr09 4 Save current ties as preset 9 4 4 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Programmer s Guide Command response table for SIS commands Cont d Command ASCII Command Response Additional description host to switcher switcher to host Recall a preset Rprixs 4 Comm
30. UO uloq JO olpne o piA JO SI uoneinBijuoo y J ajeo1pul saul 6uloeuuoo eyeu 0 9 9 s ysep JO sio jo5 asn pue JSQUINU jesald y Ul Il OIPnV Cojo TO OL 19s 1d suoneunsap 1ndino Le Le Ley Ley bei ted ETL a fe le Le Le Led PE EL sanos lndul 3 19 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation Operation cont d 3 20 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation Matrix 50 Series Switchers Chapter Four Programmer s Guide Host to Switcher Instructions Switcher Initiated Messages Switcher Error Responses Using the Command Response Table Command Response Table Programmer s Guide The switcher s rear panel RS 232 RS 422 connector figure 4 1 can be connected to the serial port output of a host device such as a computer RS 232 capable PDA or control system This connection makes software control of the switcher possible Pin RS 232 Function RS 422 Function 1 Not used TX Transmit data 2 TX Transmit data TX Transmit data 5 1 1 5 3 RX Receive data RX Receive data 4 Not used RX Receive data 5 Gnd Signal ground Gnd Signal ground 6 Not used Not used 9 6 6 9 7 Not used Not used Female Male 8 Not used Not used 9 Not used Not used Figure 4 1 RS 232 RS 422 connector pin arrangement No The Matrix 50 Series switchers are factory configured for RS 232 control To use the switcher under
31. ach the power cord to the switcher and to the AC power source Make sure the switcher is working properly Unplug the AC power cord Matrix 50 Series Switchers Reference Information B 5 Reference Information cont d No Jon power up the switcher s Power LED blinks four times pauses and blinks four times again there is a conflict in the jumper settings Remove the power cable recheck the jumper settings and power the switcher up again 7 Reinstall the switcher s top cover See Closing the switcher on page B 3 8 Push plastic plugs into all open BNC connector holes on the rear panel of the switcher 9 If the switcher was removed from a rack reinstall the switcher in the rack 10 Reconnect the AC power input and output cables Installing an audio module 1 Remove the bus ribbon cable and all video modules in accordance with Removing a video module on page B 5 2 If your Matrix 50 does not already have audio there is a cover over the slot Remove the screw on the left side of the cover figure B 4 pull the audio cover away from the left and then shift it to the left to free the tab from the slot on the right Put the audio cover aside Figure B 4 Removing the audio cover 3 Insert the audio module into the Matrix 50 chassis and position the board such that the input output connector strip on the module protrudes through the audio slot in the rear panel of the switcher figure B 5 ar un
32. ady tied can be left on along with new blinking selections or toggled off by pressing the associated output button Example 1 Creating a set of video and audio ties See figure 3 3 and the following steps for an example in which input 5 is tied to outputs 3 4 and 8 on a 12x8 Matrix 50 switcher with audio No Y This example assumes that there are no ties in the current configuration LED key off os on blinking E o ee flash once l Eo VIDEO AUDIO CONTROL 110 7 ENTER PRESET VIEW E Y 1 2 5 C VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUI Press sen e B Press Press Press 3 4 8 ENTER ESC Figure 3 3 Example 1 Creating a tie A Press and release the Esc button The Esc LED flashes once To select video and audio for the tie if necessary press and release the Video and Audio buttons until the Video and Audio LEDs light Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation 3 5 Operation cont d Press and release the input 5 button The input 5 LED lights D Press and release the output 3 output 4 and output 8 buttons The output 3 output 4 and output 8 LEDs blink to indicate a tentative tie Nei The entire set of ties can be canceled at this point by pressing and releasing the Esc button The Esc LED flashes once E Press and release the Enter button The input and output LEDs turn off The current configuration is now defined as video and audio input 5 t
33. amiento de componentes internos sensibles Estas aberturas nunca se deben obstruir con otros objetos Bater a de litio Existe riesgo de explosi n si esta bater a se coloca en la posici n incorrecta Cambiar esta bater a nicamente con el mismo tipo o su equivalente recomendado por el fabricante Desachar las bater as usadas siguiendo las instrucciones del fabricante Quick Start Matrix 50 Series Switchers Installation Step 1 Mount the switcher in a rack Step 2 Turn off power to the input and output devices and remove the power cords from them Step 3 Cable the switcher for RGsB RsGsBs HDTV component video S video or composite video input and output 3 Step 4 Cable audio models for stereo audio input Each input has a 3 5 mm 5 pole captive screw connector for balanced or unbalanced stereo audio 4 High impedance is generally over 800 ohms Step 5 Cable audio models for stereo audio output Each output has a 3 5 mm 5 pole captive screw connector that outputs the selected unamplified line level audio Connect an audio device such as an audio amplifier or powered speakers 5 Step 6 If desired connect a control system or computer to the Remote RS 232 RS 422 port 6 Step 7 If desired attach an external sync timing device to the external sync connectors 7 Step 8 Plug the switcher and input and output devices into a grounded AC source and turn on the input and output devi
34. an Applications Engineer at 714 491 1500 USA 31 33 453 4040 Europe 65 6383 4400 Asia or 81 3 3511 7655 Japan to receive an RA Return Authorization number This will begin the repair process as quickly as possible Units must be returned insured with shipping charges prepaid If not insured you assume the risk of loss or damage during shipment Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem as well as the name of the person to contact in case there are any questions Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality performance merchantability or fitness for any particular use In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct indirect or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been advised of such damage Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country and that some provisions of this warranty may not apply to you wt Ase Extron Electronics USA Extron Electronics Europe Extron Electronics Asia Extron Electronics Japan 1230 South Lewis Street Beeldschermweg 6C 135 Joo Seng Road 04 01 Daisan DMJ Building 6F a 5 Anaheim CA 92805 3821 AH Amersfoort PM Industrial Building 3 9 1 Kudan Minami USA The Netherlands Singapore 368363 Chiyoda ku Tokyo 102 0074 Japan yo 714 491 1500 31 33 453 4040 65 6383 4400 81 3 3511 7655 www e
35. an be used for composite video Bulk cable Extron Part RG6 super high resolution cable RG6 1 bulk 500 RG6 1 bulk 1000 RG6 4 bulk 500 RG6 5 bulk 500 RG6 male crimp connectors gty 50 BNC 2 Mini HR Cable BNC 2 Mini HR bulk 250 BNC 2 Mini HR bulk 500 BNC 4 Mini HR Cable BNC 4 Mini HR bulk 500 BNC 4 Mini HR bulk 1000 BNC 5 Mini HR Cable BNC 5 Mini HR bulk 500 BNC 5 Mini HR bulk 1000 Plenum BNC 5 Mini HR Cable Plenum BNC 5 Mini HR bulk 500 Plenum BNC 5 Mini HR bulk 1000 Assorted connectors Extron Part BNC connectors BNC Mini HR crimp connectors qty 50 RG6 male crimp connectors gty 50 BNC bulkhead connectors gty 50 for custom wall plates Part 22 098 02 22 098 03 22 099 02 22 100 02 100 075 51 22 123 02 22 123 03 22 032 02 22 032 03 22 020 02 22 020 03 22 103 02 22 103 03 Part 100 074 51 100 075 51 100 076 51 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Specifications A 5 Specifications cont d A 6 Pre cut cables All Extron BNC cables have male connectors on both ends A plenum version of the BNC 5 Mini HR cable is also available Extron Part BNC 4 Mini HR Cable BNC 4 25 HR 25 feet 7 5 meters BNC 4 50 HR 50 feet 15 0 meters BNC 4 75 HR 75 feet 23 0 meters BNC 4 100 HR 100 feet 30 0 meters BNC 4 150 HR 150 feet 45 0 meters BNC 4 200 HR 200 feet 60 0 meters BNC 4 250 HR 250 feet 75 0 meters BNC 4 300
36. and character is a period Example de Rpr05 4 Recall preset 5 which becomes the current configuration Start direct write of global presets Esc P xs Write Preset xs Ready lt 1 Allows direct entry of presets Tie commands Define ties for preset End direct write of global presets Esc p End Write Preset xs 1 Saves directly written presets Quick recall preset Esc Rprlxel 4 Command character is a period Nerd 1 This sequence of commands forces the switcher to perform a complete backplane switch q p p p within 60 msecs of receipt of the Quick recall command 2 The switcher ignores any invalid command or non switching commands received between the Start and End commands 3 If there is no activity for 5 seconds the switcher returns the timeout E17 error The switcher disables front panel switching during this sequence of commands 5 The switcher returns the invalid command E10 error if it receives the End command without the start command or the Quick recall command without a prior direct preset write 6 The switcher must receive the Quick recall command within 100 msecs of the End command Example Esc P10 lt Write Preset 10 Ready ai Creates new preset 10 with 173 A amp V Input 1 tied to output 3 7 8 Video input 7 tied to output 8 10 4 amp RGB input 10 tied to output 4 12 4 Audio input 12 tied to output 4 Ese p End Write Preset 10 4 Stops entry saves preset
37. ast time you exited the program the ties from the that session are also loaded Select printer Selects the target printer Print tie map Prints the tie set that is displayed on the screen Exit Closes the Extron Matrix Control Program Tools menu Assign device icons Displays the complete set of input and output device icons You can drag any of these icons to the input and output boxes Edit device palette Allows you to add your own device icon graphics Audio gain settings Displays the audio gain level setting for a single input or for all inputs and allows you to change it Name presets Allows you to assign a name to each of the 16 memory presets Show RS 232 strings Displays the ASCII commands that are used by the current configuration You can refer to these for RS 232 programming Initialize Initializes and clears any or all of the following ties presets audio configuration preset titles icon names and icons Audio config Displays the audio gain level settings for each input and allows you to change them Preferences menu Immediate changes Causes changes to take effect immediately Hold verify changes Delays implementation of changes until the Changes Take button is pressed Ties as lines Displays ties as lines Ties as crosspoints Displays ties as a grid of inputs and outputs 5 4 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Matrix Software Using emulation
38. be used in a similar manner to check out the audio components 3 16 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Operation Worksheet example 2 Daily configuration Figure 3 17 continues from worksheet example 1 by showing the video and audio ties that make up the configuration of preset 3 a solid ink line shows video ties and a dashed pencil line shows the audio ties In this example the image of the presenter from the main podium camera input 1 is displayed on the main podium monitor output 6 and taped on the VCR output 5 for a tape archive The audio from the presenter s microphone input 4 is also routed to the podium monitor output 6 and the VCR output 5 Videotaped material from two VCRs inputs 6 and 7 is displayed on two rear projection displays outputs 3 and 4 Classical music from the CD player input 5 is played on the lunch room stereo output 8 Meanwhile security cameras inputs 2 and 3 are routed to two local monitors outputs 1 and 2 Input sources Camera Security Lobby Class Class Class Class main ae security el o room amp 1 room amp 2 room 1 vee 2 x AE podium camera VCR VCR LD fC GT CA C3 fol Bl J J E E Y Ne Main Class Class Archive Main Lunch hall monitor room 1 room 2 VCR podium x room monitor rear proj rear proj monitor stereo Output destinations Preset 3 Title Daily configuration Video
39. ces Definitions Tie An input to output connection Set of ties An input tied to 2 or more outputs An output can never be tied to multiple inputs Configuration One or more ties or sets of ties Current configuration The currently active configuration also called configuration 0 Global preset A configuration that has been stored One preset can be assigned to each input button When a preset is retrieved from memory it becomes the current configuration 3 Composite HDTV S video video 4 Tip 6 EJ Sleeve 7 OL 4 EM ES c c a DL EN Ce Tip DL 3 L I S Sleeve O 3 F Unbalanced Input high impedance Balanced Input high impedance Le d Ring ET z Sleeve s ro Tip EE 1 0 Ring 21 1 600 ohms Balanced Input 600 ohms 5 Po ata E Wey Connect the Sac SE Es sleeve to ground ses can SE gt 4 Connecting the sleeve toa negative terminal will damage the audio output circuits Tip Ring Sleeve s Tip Ring Balanced Output 6 5 1 1 5 Female Male Pin RS 232 Function RS 422 Function il Not used TX Transmit data 2 TX Transmit data TX Transmit data 3 RX Receive data RX Receive data 4 Not used RX Receive data 5 Gnd Signal ground Gnd Signal ground 6 Not used Not used 7 Not used Not used 8 Not used Not used 9 Not used Not used
40. configuration on a 12x8 Matrix 50 switcher with audio A Press and release the Esc button The Esc LED flashes once To select audio only for the tie if necessary press and release the Video and Audio buttons until the Video LED is off and the Audio LED lights 3 6 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation Press and release the input 5 button The input 5 LED lights If the steps in Example 1 have been completed the output 3 output 4 and output 8 LEDs light to indicate ties created in Example 1 Nei The output 1 LED does not light even if the steps in Example 2 have been completed because Example 2 added a video tie only LED key off a On Press aK flash once om AUDIO 1 2 e e E Mi CONTROL 0 e e e e e O e e e qd E HHH E BE EN HII 1 2 5 6 7 ENTER PRESET VIEW ENC VIDEO AUDIO urPurs Y pro Fe pe Ee ESC Figure 3 5 Example 3 Selecting audio and selecting input 5 D Press and release the output 4 button figure 3 6 The output 4 LED turns off while the output 3 and output 8 LEDs remain lit INPUTS 6 7 E 9 0 n 12 AUDIO CONTROL 1 e e e K w e e e e e e Q 1 4 5 6 7 ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO JUTPUTS Y A Press Ko Ko ENTER Figure 3 6 Example 3d Removing an audio tie E Press and release the Enter button The input and output LEDs turn off The curren
41. configured for composite video only the top video location is used if configured for S video the top two locations are used 3 When adding video modules the new module s must be of the same matrix configuration 8 x 4 8 x 8 12 x 4 or 12 x 8 as the existing module s par Port board in corner RS 232 422 amp genlock connectors Video board MIN A nm nm nm A AA Bus ribbon cable Front panel Control board To port board Not used genlock RS 232 422 in S video configuration UqQIQ Ps A A AA A A PP A AA A A lo Figure B 2 Side view Matrix 50 S video and audio switcher Matrix 50 Series Switchers Reference Information B 3 Reference Information cont d Installing a video module 1 Follow the instructions in Opening the switcher on page B 2 to remove the top cover 2 Remove the bus ribbon cable that connects the video and audio modules to the front panel board by pressing the two receptacle Ribbon cable tabs on the top cable outward as shown at the left and pulling back gently on the cable connector to remove it from the receptacle Do this for each video or audio 2 U i o board connection and move the ribbon cable out of the Self latching receptacle way Connector 7 3 Follow the instructions in Removing a video module on page B 5 to remove any existing video modules and set them aside 4 Remove any plastic plugs that are located where they will block the in
42. cont d 2 4 When making connections for the Matrix 50 Series Switcher from existing audio cables see figure 2 6 A mono audio connector consists of the tip and sleeve A stereo audio connector consists of the tip ring and sleeve The ring tip and sleeve wires are also shown on the captive screw audio connector diagrams figure 2 5 and figure 2 7 Ring Sleeve s Ring Sleeve s Unbalanced Input Balanced Input Balanced Input high impedance high impedance 600 ohms Figure 2 5 Captive screw connector wiring for inputs Tip Sleeve Tip left Sleeve Gnd CI mm CT mn Ring right is signal Tip left N Sleeve Gnd N Sleeve Gnd Unbalanced mono Unbalanced stereo Figure 2 6 Phono audio connectors The audio level for each input can be individually set via the front panel or RS 232 422 to ensure that the level on the output does not vary from input to input See chapter 3 Operation chapter 4 Programmer s Guide and chapter 5 Matrix Software for details 5 Connections for audio outputs These 3 5 mm 5 pole captive screw connectors output the selected unamplified line level audio Connect audio devices such as an audio amplifier or powered speakers See figure 2 7 to properly wire an output connector Tip E U See caution i Sleeve o O Tip LG See caution Unbalanced Output Balanced Output Tip 1 Ring Sleeve S olanv F I Figure 2
43. ctile buttons for quick selection Each MCP 1000 can be used for one touch switching for a particular output and selecting global presets Each MKP 1000 dedicated to an output can be used to select a different input for that output or to select a preset 1 4 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Introduction Labeling Extron s label software ships with every Extron matrix switcher You can create labels to place alongside the front panel input buttons and output buttons with names alphanumeric characters or color bitmaps for easy and intuitive input and output selection Alternatively labels can be made with any Brother P Touch or comparable labeler Front panel security lockout If a Matrix 50 Switcher is installed in an open area where operation by unauthorized personnel may be a problem a security lock out feature can be implemented When the front panel is locked a special button combination is required to unlock the front panel controller before it can be operated Rack mounting The switchers are mountable in any conventional 19 wide rack Power The internal 100VAC to 240VAC 50 60 Hz 30 watts auto switchable power supply of the Matrix 50 Series provides worldwide power compatibility Matrix 50 Series Switchers Introduction 1 5 Introduction cont d 1 6 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Introduction 1 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Chapter Two Installation Rack Mounting the Switcher Cabling and Rear Panel
44. d by aligning the holes in the Ribbon cable connector with the pins in the bus connector on each R board and pressing evenly until the receptacle tabs lock e into place Ensure that the bus ribbon cable is not twisted Self latching receptacle and that the red line on the ribbon cable is toward the center of the video and audio boards If the size of the video matrix was changed 8 x 4 configuration to 12 x 8 configuration for example or if video or audio capabilities were added or removed see Setting the front panel jumper on page B 10 EZENN Ensure that tools and hands are outside the switcher before powering up 8 the switcher Attach the power cord to the switcher and to the AC power source Make sure the switcher is working properly Unplug the AC power cord NON 1 on power up the switcher s Power LED blinks four times pauses and 9 10 11 blinks four times again there is a conflict in the jumper settings Remove the power cable recheck the jumper settings and power the switcher up again Reinstall the switcher s top cover See Closing the switcher on page B 3 If the switcher was removed from a rack reinstall the switcher in the rack Reconnect the AC power input and output cables Removing a video module L Follow the instructions in Opening the switcher on page B 2 to remove the top cover Remove the bus ribbon cable that connects any video and audio modules to the front panel board b
45. d to input 6 audio View gain for input V v He Inpxije Aud x6 44 Example v4G In04 Aud 02 1 Gain for input 4 is 2dB View all output mutes VM x9 e up to 16 eMuta Each position listed in the response is an output left output 1 right n n the maximum number of outputs for this model Example 12 x 8 model VM Oe1e 0 2e0e3e0e0e Mut View preset configuration V v X7 x3 e up to 8 total e Vid e x3 up to 8 total Aud 4 Nf Each position listed in the response is an output left output 1 right output n n is the maximum number of outputs The number in each position is the input tied to the output represented by that position Response description Input If assigned to output O 1 If to O 2 1 to O ne Vide IH to O 1 e TI to O 2 to O ne Aud 4 Example 12 x 8 model VO Preset 0 is current configuration Video input 8 tied to output 2 Audio input 5 tied to output 2 No tied audio input Response tied input 08 08 08 08 07 09e11 03 Vide05 05 05e05 07 09 11 00 Aud Output 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 Video Input I 8 is tied to outputs O 14 I7 O5 19 O6 111 O7 B 08 Audio The same as video except that input 5 is tied to outputs 1 4 and no input is tied to output 8 Information requests Information request I i VpaXPele Alx1 X x2 Exebio u V x1 X x2 V size Alx1 XJx2 A Size Example i V12X08 A12X08 Exe0 12 Video amp Aud
46. dio input Number signal pe 8 or 12 balanced unbalanced C OIIISCI OPS ame 8 or 12 3 5 mm captive screw connectors 5 pole TO gt 10 kohm unbalanced balanced DC coupled Nominal level 10dBV 316mV Maximum level 19 5dBu balanced or unbalanced at 1 THD N Input gain adjustment 15dB to 9dB adjustable per input via RS 232 or front panel Audio output Number signal type 4 or 8 stereo balanced unbalanced ec 4 or 8 3 5 mm captive Screw connectors 5 pole TO Unbalanced 50 ohms balanced 100 ohms EE Unbalanced 0dBu balanced 6dBu Gam OT OF re mai 0 1dB channel to channel Maximum output Hi Z gt 21dBu balanced at stated THD N Maximum output 600 ohm gt 15dBm balanced at stated THD N Nene OdBu 0 775 volts RMS Control remote senal contiol DOL rias RS 232 or RS 422 9 pin female D connector Baud rate and protocol 9600 8 bit 1 stop bit no parity Serial control pin configurations 2 TX 3 RX 5 GND Program control sin Extron s control program for Windows Extron s Simple Instruction Set SIS General Prev 100V AC to 240V AC 50 60 Hz 30 watts internal autoswitchable Temperature humidity Storage 40 to 158 F 40 to 70 C 10 to 90 non condensing Operating 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 C 10 to 90 non condensing Ree Gag u
47. ear any input LEDs output LEDs or control LEDs that may be on 3 4 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation 2 Select to configure video audio or both by pressing the Video and or Audio buttons 3 Select the desired input and output s by pressing the input and output buttons 4 Press and release the Enter button 5 Repeat steps 1 through 4 to create additional ties until the desired configuration is complete Nei 1 Only one video input and one audio input can be tied to an output 2 Ifa tie is made between an input and an output and the selected output was previously tied to another input the older tie is broken in favor of the newer tie 3 To indicate current ties output LEDs light when an input is selected To clear unwanted outputs press and release the associated output buttons 4 If when you configure video and audio ties the Audio LED blinks and the Video LED is on after you select an input or output the LEDs indicate audio breakaway meaning that the audio ties are not the same as the video ties for that input If an input with no tie is selected only that input s LED lights When the Video and Audio LEDS are on if an input with an audio tie but no video tie is selected the input s LED lights and the Audio LED blinks 7 As each output is selected the associated output LED blinks to indicate a tentative tie LEDs for output s that were already tied to the input light steadily Outputs that are alre
48. ely 2 seconds The output LED s for the selected output s blink to indicate the mute or return to their previous state to indicate the unmute Press and release the View button to return to normal switcher operation You can mute video and audio video only or audio only outputs Pressing and releasing the Video and Audio buttons toggles each selection on and off 2 When you enter view only mode the output LEDs turn on for all outputs without ties When you mute video the mute command mutes all video planes 4 Mutes are not saved to non volatile memory When power is removed and restored the mute settings are lost Example 5 Muting and unmuting an output See figure 3 7 on page 3 8 and figure 3 11 and the following steps for an example of muting and unmuting several 12x8 Matrix 50 switcher outputs No Y Figure 3 7 shows the process of viewing the current configuration after the a steps in Examples 1 2 and 3 have been completed Press and release the Esc button The Esc LED flashes once Press and release the View button to enter view only mode The View LED lights To select both video and audio for viewing if necessary press and release the Video and Audio buttons until the Video LED and Audio LED light With no input LED selected all output LEDs that have no established ties light Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Operation D One at a time press an hold the Output 3 and Output 4 buttons figure 3 11
49. emove power from the equipment safely remove all power cords from the rear of the equipment or the desktop power module if detachable or from the power source receptacle wall plug Power cord protection Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be stepped on or pinched by items placed upon or against them Servicing Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel There are no user serviceable parts inside To prevent the risk of shock do not attempt to service this equipment yourself because opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Slots and openings If the equipment has slots or holes in the enclosure these are provided to prevent overheating of sensitive components inside These openings must never be blocked by other objects Lithium battery There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace it only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions Avertissement Alimentationse Ne faire fonctionner ce mat riel qu avec la source d alimentation indiqu e sur l appareil Ce mat riel doit tre utilis avec une alimentation principale comportant un fil de terre neutre Le troisieme contact de mise la terre constitue un dispositif de s curit n essayez pas de la contourner ni de la d sactiver D connexion de l alimentatione Pour mettre le
50. er was removed from a rack reinstall the switcher in the rack Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Reference Information B 7 Reference Information cont d 9 If not already done reconnect the AC power input and output cables Swapping the serial ports The Matrix 50 switchers are factory configured for RS 232 use If you want to use RS 422 and the switcher is configured for RS 232 or if you want to use RS 232 and the switcher is configured for RS 422 do the following 1 Follow the instructions in Opening the switcher on page B 2 to remove the top cover 2 Locate the switcher s front panel board figure B 7 Label includes Extron part number amp Software version Vx xx Key Pin 1 red stripe on ribbon cable oo OO DO DO DO DO DO no Slots for removing IC with PLCC IC puller J2 RS 232 receptacle L6 LLI HITIOHLNOO T3NVd INOHA SOINOH19313 NOHX3 654327 TEL Figure B 7 Front panel board Matrix 50 Series switcher 3 On the side of the front panel board that faces the rear of the switcher locate the RS 232 RS 422 ribbon cable The RS 422 ribbon cable receptacle which is normally empty is located to the left of the RS 232 ribbon cable receptacle 4 Remove the RS 232 RS 422 ribbon cable by pressing the two RS 232 RS 422 receptacle tabs outward as shown at the left and pull up evenly Ribbon cable on the cable connector to remove it fro
51. es cannot be broken away both inputs must be routed to the same outputs Component video Matrix 50 switchers are assembled around three video modules one for the luma Y plane one for the red minus luma R Y plane and one for the blue minus luma B Y plane The audio version of the component video matrix requires a separate audio module Component video Matrix 50 switchers can also route RGsB and RsGsBs video signals up to 150 MHz bandwidth Switchers configured for component video can also route multiple composite video planes or S video and composite video If used in this way the various planes cannot be broken away all inputs must be routed to the same outputs Audio only Matrix 50 switchers are assembled around one audio module for the stereo audio plane The video and audio modules are available with differing numbers of inputs and outputs to support four matrix sizes Eight inputs by four outputs Eight inputs by eight outputs Twelve inputs by four outputs Twelve inputs by eight outputs The audio switching can either be linked with the video audio follow or independent of the video audio breakaway Adjustable audio gain and attenuation compensates for level differences between audio inputs The Matrix 50 Series are expandable single box solutions to simple 150 MHz 3dB routing applications Each input and output is individually isolated and buffered and any input s can be switched to any one or a
52. expense Note This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices Shielded cables must be used with the unit to ensure compliance Extron s Warranty Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and or materials Extron Electronics will at its option repair or replace said products or components to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition provided that it is returned within the warranty period with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to USA Canada South America Europe Africa and the Middle East and Central America Extron Electronics Extron Electronics Europe 1230 South Lewis Street Beeldschermweg 6C Anaheim CA 92805 USA 3821 AH Amersfoort The Netherlands Asia Japan Extron Electronics Asia Extron Electronics Japan 135 Joo Seng Road 04 01 Daisan DMJ Bldg 6F PM Industrial Bldg 3 9 1 Kudan Minami Singapore 368363 Chiyoda ku Tokyo 102 0074 Japan This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse improper handling care electrical or mechanical abuse abnormal operating conditions or non Extron authorized modification to the product If it has been determined that the product is defective please call Extron and ask for
53. ied to video and audio output 3 output 4 and output 8 Example 2 Adding a tie to a set of video and audio ties See figure 3 4 and the following steps for an example in which a new video tie is added to the current configuration on a 12x8 Matrix 50 switcher with audio LED key off a on blinking flash once CONTROL 1 0 e o e p e EN TER PRESET VIEW ESIC VIDEO AUDIO v Press Press ENTER ESC Figure 3 4 Example 2 Adding a video tie Press and release the Esc button The Esc LED flashes once To select video only for the tie if necessary press and release the Video and Audio buttons until the Video LED lights and the Audio LED is off Press and release the input 5 button The input 5 LED lights If the steps in Example 1 have been completed the output 3 output 4 and output 8 LEDs light to indicate ties created in Example 1 Press and release the output 1 button The output 1 LED blinks to indicate a tentative tie m Press and release the Enter button The input and output LEDs turn off The current configuration is now video input 5 tied to video output 1 output 3 output 4 and output 8 and audio input 5 tied to audio output 3 output 4 and output 8 Example 3 Removing a tie from a set of video and audio ties See figure 3 5 and figure 3 6 and the following steps for an example in which an existing audio tie is removed from the current
54. in the C X BUTTONS directory and the Button Label Generator icon is placed in the Extron Electronics group or folder Using the software 1 Torun the Button Label Generator program double click on the Button Label Generator icon shown at left in the Extron Electronics group or folder and click OK when prompted The Extron s Button Label Generator window appears figure 5 3 Eutton Label Generator 2 Under System selection choose Mtrx50 MAV XPoint 3 Using normal Windows controls you can create and print labels that can be placed in the label windows on the front panel of the switcher For information about using the program you can access the help program by clicking on the Help menu on the main screen and choosing Show Help Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Matrix Software 5 5 Matrix Software cont d H Extron s BUTTON LABEL Generator ver 2 1 1999 2001 Extron Electronics File Tools Options Help sm Makes 2 button label strips 50 high OBRINT C MCP 1000 Systems 0 System10 Mtrs50 MAV XPoint Print 1 sheet of 2 sets C MYP104 SGS 408 C System 75C C SCP200 SCP 250 of 2 label strips F O Auto Number FT Auto Letter Clear All ESA E Do to Top Line Centered 6p 8p 10pt C 12pt ss Center Line Z Centered C 6p 8p C 10pt 12pt J V UnDo Butt Bottom Line Centered C 6p 8p C 10pt C 12pt _UnDo Buton Tr Picture for Button None amp from
55. ing the cable External sync connection When the switching between inputs the resulting image change should be seamless or clean The Matrix 50 Series switchers can use an external signal to synchronize switching during the vertical interval Without the external sync locking feature switching between inputs can result in a brief rolling sync loss or a brief change in the picture size O External Sync In connector Connect an external sync signal to this BNC connection for genlocking the video signal in broadcast or other sync critical applications External Sync Out connector Connect any downstream equipment that requires genlocking to this BNC connector to route the external sync signal throughout the system in broadcast or other sync critical applications Figure 2 8 shows a basic external sync configuration The Ext Sync In connector receives a timing signal The Ext Sync Out connector allows the signal to be passed on to another video device if required Figure 2 9 shows a configuration in which the timing source passes through three video cameras and a video scan converter before connecting to the switcher This type of video camera is capable of synchronizing with the external timing source for video editing applications If no external sync timing source is connected to the switcher switching occurs immediately Timing source our N Ca Matrix 50 switcher To next device REMOTE Figure 2 8 Simple e
56. io inputs and 8 Video amp Audio outputs front panel unlocked Request part number N60 359 01 4 Example N60 359 01 This is the only response for all configurations Query software version Verbal Example Ver2 00 4 Version shown is for example only 2 Video only models do not display audio configuration or mutes and the number of outputs shown varies with the number of video or audio outputs 4 6 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Programmer s Guide 1 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Chapter Five Matrix Software Matrix Switcher Control Program Button Label Generator Matrix Software Two software programs accompany the Matrix 50 Series switchers The Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program Extron part number 29 015 01 which communicates with the switcher via the RS 232 RS 422 port provides an easy way for you to set up ties and sets of ties NON If your Matrix 50 Series switcher was previously set up for RS 232 and your computer comm port uses RS 422 you must change the switcher cabling to match the computer interface See Appendix B Reference Information for details The Extron Button Label Generator allows you to design and print labels for the switcher s front panel buttons Both programs are compatible with Windows 95 98 Windows NT Windows ME and Windows 2000 Updates to these programs can be downloaded from the Extron Web site http www extron com Matrix Switcher Control Program Ins
57. its the operation of the Matrix 50 switcher from the front panel When the switcher is in executive mode all of the front panel functions are disabled except for the view only mode functions See Viewing a configuration 3 14 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation on page 3 7 Other than in view only mode if the user pushes a front panel button when the switcher is in executive mode that button s associated LED flashes twice and goes out To toggle executive mode on or off press and hold the Video and Audio buttons for approximately two seconds The Video and Audio LEDs blink twice to indicate the mode change Release the Video and Audio buttons To toggle the executive mode state again press and hold the Video and Audio buttons again System reset to factory defaults To reset the switcher to the factory default settings press and hold the Esc button on the front panel while AC power is being applied Continue to hold the Esc button until the power up sequence is completed all LEDs turn off the Video and Audio LEDs turn on and the Esc LED blinks System reset clears all ties and presets and sets all audio gain levels to unity gain 0dB Troubleshooting This paragraph gives recommendations on what to do if you have problems operating the Matrix 50 and it provides examples and descriptions for some image problems you may encounter General checks 1 Ensure that all devices are plugged in and powered on The switcher is receivi
58. l Serial EEPROM Reset Current Settings 4 Invalid Jumpers If an error occurs during power up the switcher initiates one or more of the messages listed above All Configuration Memory Cleared 4 The memory cleared message is initiated by the switcher when a system reset has occurred See System reset to factory defaults in chapter 3 4 2 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Programmer s Guide The switcher does not expect a response from the host but for example the host program might request a new status Switcher Error Responses When the switcher receives an SIS command and determines that it is valid it performs the command and sends a response to the host device If the switcher is unable to perform the command because the command is invalid or contains invalid parameters the switcher returns an error response to the host The error response codes are E01 Invalid input channel number too large E10 Invalid command E11 Invalid preset number too large E12 Invalid output number too large E13 Invalid value out of range E14 Illegal command for this configuration E17 Timeout only caused by direct write of global presets Using the Command Response Table The command response table begins on the next page Lower case letters are acceptable in the command field only where indicated Symbols are used throughout the table to represent variables in the command response fields Command and respo
59. ll outputs with virtually no crosstalk or signal noise between channels The switchers are housed in rack mountable 2U high 19 wide metal enclosures The appropriate rack mounting kit is included with each switcher Each model has an internal 100VAC to 240VAC 50 60 Hz 30 watts auto switchable power supply that provides worldwide power compatibility Matrix 50 Series Switchers Introduction LCD projector Matrix 50 Series Switcher DVD players Stereo audio Laserdisc player Figure 1 1 A typical Matrix 50 Series Switcher application Features Inputs These switchers offer 8 or 12 RGBS RGsB RsGsBs HDTV component video S video or composite video inputs on BNC connectors Stereo audio can be balanced or unbalanced on 3 5 mm 5 pole captive screw terminals audio models Outputs 4 or 8 RGBS RGsB RsGsBs HDTV component video S video or composite video outputs are available on BNC connectors Stereo audio balanced or unbalanced on 3 5 mm 5 pole captive screw terminals audio models Bandwidth Bandwidth is a minimum of 150 MHz 3dB fully loaded This high bandwidth allows the Matrix 50 switchers to switch everything from NTSC video to HDTV Operational flexibility Operations such as input output selection setting of presets and adjustment of audio levels can be performed on the front panel or over the RS 232 RS 422 link The RS 232 RS 422 link allows remote control
60. m the current N receptacle Es Connector Y U A 5 Plug the cable in to the desired receptacle by aligning I the holes in the connector with the pins in the RS 232 or RS 422 receptacle and pressing evenly until the receptacle tabs lock into place Self latching receptacle Ribbon cable gt 6 Reinstall the switcher s cover See Closing the switcher Self latching receptacle on page B 3 EUR vou choose to check for proper operation before putting the cover back on ensure that tools and hands are outside the switcher and then connect the power cord to the unit and to an AC source The switcher should power up normally Unplug the AC power cord and reinstall the switcher 7 Attach the power cord to the switcher and to the AC power source Ensure the switcher is working properly 8 If the switcher was removed from a rack remove its power cord reattach the switcher to the rack and reconnect the power cord 9 Reconnect the input and output cables B 8 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Reference Information Installing a firmware update Nei The IC that contains the firmware for the matrix switcher also contains the memory in which presets and audio levels are saved When you replace the IC these settings will be lost You may want to record the presets and audio levels before you replace the IC To replace the firmware do the following 1 Follow the instructions in Opening the switcher on page
61. mum maximum levels Analog 0 5V to 2V p p with no offset p i aid 75 ohms Eu OS 30dB 5 MHz Maximum DC offset 1 5V External sync genlock 0 3V to 0 4V p p Video output Number signal type 4 or 8 RGsB RsGsBs component video Y R Y B Y HDTV S video composite video Connectors 4 or 8 x 1 2 or 3 BNC female Nominal levels cto a 1V p p for Y of component video and S video and for composite video 0 7V p p for RGB 0 3V p p for R Y and B Y of component video and for C of S video Minimum maximum levels 0 5V to 2 0V p p Mpedants EE 75 ohms Return JOSS uuu u qaasaasua a 30dB 5 MHz Do OE pep E 5mV maximum with input at 0 offset ass A Vertical interval Sync BU D S aaa RGsB RsGsBs CPAS a RGsB RsGsBs Genlock connectors BNC female DEAN CATA A NTSC 3 58 NTSC 4 43 PAL SECAM Audio ROLLO REED air 8 x 4 8 x 8 12 x 4 or 12 x 8 matrix E E Unbalanced output 0dB balanced output 6dB Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 05dB THD Noise 0 03 1 kHz at nominal level NN gt 90dB balanced at rated maximum output 21dBu A 2 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Specifications Costa lt 80dB 1 kHz fully loaded Stereo channel separation gt 80dB 1 kHz MD 0 015 worst case O 20 Hz to 20 kHz CR gt 75dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz Au
62. ng power if one of the input LEDs is lit 2 Ensure an active input is selected for output on the switcher 3 Ensure that the proper signal format is supplied 4 Check the cabling and make corrections as necessary 5 Call the Extron S Sales amp Technical Support Hotline if necessary Plasma display S video problem Extron has encountered a problem with the S video output by some video conference codecs Some codecs change the DC offset on the chrominance C so that it is very different from the level on the luminance Y This can cause a plasma display to come up in the wrong size mode With the matrix switcher taken out of the system the plasma works fine It looks like a Extron problem but it is not The matrix switcher boosts the bad codec output which makes the plasma go to the wrong setting Solution Try placing an Extron video DC block adapter part 26 495 01 on the luminance Y input to the switcher from the codec Worksheets Rather than trying to remember the configuration for each preset use worksheets to record this information Make copies of the blank worksheet on page 3 19 and use one for each preset configuration The forms accommodate all Matrix 50 Series switcher configurations Cross off all unused or inactive inputs and outputs Use different colors for video and audio Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation 3 15 Operation cont d Worksheet example 1 System equipment Figure 3 16 shows a worksheet
63. nly ties 3 8 Muting and unmuting video and or audio ppp 3 10 Example 5 Muting and unmuting an output 3 10 Using global memory presets pp 3 11 Example 6 NNN ee 3 12 Example 7 Recalling a preset 3 12 Viewing and adjusting the audio level ss 3 13 Example 8 Viewing and adjusting an audio level VU 3 13 Executive mode front panel security lockout 3 14 System reset to factory defaults iii 3 15 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Table of Contents i Table of Contents cont d Troubleshooting PA A 3 15 EE gt CIS o AQ PP 3 15 Plasma display S video problem 4 3 15 ite gd Cla Cn ee eee ee eee ee eee eee 3 15 Worksheet example 1 System equipment 3 16 Worksheet example 2 Daily configuration ss 3 17 Worksheet example 3 Test configuration pp 3 18 Configuration worksheet pp 3 19 Chapter 4 Programmer s Guide erre 4 1 Host to Switcher Instructions non norncononnonnnonnnos 4 2 Switcher Initiated Messages ee 4 2 Switcher Error Responses 4 3 Using the Command Response Table a 4 3 Command Response Table
64. nse examples are shown throughout the table ASCII to HEX Conversion Table Esc 1B CR D 22 Qo 6 gt F N V A f n V Matrix 50 Series Switchers Programmer s Guide 4 3 Programmers Guide cont d Command Response Table Symbol Definitions 4 Carriage return line feed lt Carriage return no line feed e space Input number 1 12 Input and output Gulpueuumber 1 8 numbers in commands may be entered as either Input number for tie O maximum number of inputs 0 disconnected 1 digit or 2 digit Audio gain 0 9 1dB step numbers All input and output numbers are Audio attenuation 1 15 1dB step specified as 2 digit Numeric dB value 15 to 09 numbers in the response Global preset number 0 12 0 current configuration Preset number 01 12 Mute status 0 no mute 1 video mute 2 audio mute 3 V and A mute FEE PJ E E E 8 E Executive mode mute 1 on 0 off xa Controller software version number to second decimal place Command response table for SIS commands Command ASCII Command Response Additional description host to switcher switcher to host Create ties Tie input x3 to output x2 A amp V xa Outlx2 In x3 Allo Example l Out03eIn01e Alla Tie input 1 amp V to output 3 Tie input to output RGBHV only K2 amp Outlx2 e In x3 e RGB 41 Audio breakaway Example 10 4 amp Out04 In10 RGB J Tie input 10 RGB to output 4
65. on figure 3 2 See chapter 5 for details on using the label software Rack OVD DA TUNER E 1 3 4 5 6 7 o a a 6 Figure 3 2 Sample label JE 2 Front Panel Operations Power The following paragraphs detail the power up process and then provide sample procedures for creating ties sets of ties and configurations changing a configuration viewing ties sets of ties and configurations muting and unmuting the video and audio saving a preset recalling a preset and viewing and adjusting the audio level On all models power is automatically applied when the power cord is connected to an AC source When AC power is applied the switcher performs a self test that blinks the front panel LEDs during the test An error free power up self test sequence leaves the Video and or the Audio LED s on depending on the model and all other LEDs off The current configuration and all presets are saved in non volatile memory When power is applied the last current configuration is retrieved The previous presets remain intact If an error occurs during the self test the switcher locks up and will not operate If your switcher locks up on power up call the Extron S Sales amp Technical Support Hotline Creating a configuration The current configuration can be changed using the front panel buttons To change the current configuration do the following 1 Press the Esc button to cl
66. on cable is plugged back into the proper receptacle for the communications format desired RS 232 or RS 422 Reinstall the switcher s front panel and cover See Closing the switcher on page B 3 EZENN f you choose to check for proper operation before putting the cover back 11 on ensure that tools and hands are outside the switcher and then perform step 11 After recognizing the new IC the switcher should power up normally Unplug the AC power cord and reinstall the switcher Reinitialize the switcher to recognize the new IC as follows Matrix 50 Series Switchers Reference Information B 9 Reference Information cont d 12 13 14 a Connect the power cord to the AC power source b Press and hold the Enter button while you connect the power cord to the switcher c Observe that the Input Output Preset View and Esc LEDs all flash d Release the Enter button Ensure that the switcher is working properly If the switcher was removed from a rack remove its power cord reattach the switcher to the rack and reconnect the power cord Reconnect the input and output cables Replacing the AC fuse The AC fuse on the power supply board is a user replaceable component of the Matrix 50 Series switchers To replace the AC fuse do the following 1 3 4 5 Follow the instructions in Opening the switcher on page B 2 to remove the top cover Locate the fuse on the power supply board figure B 7 and rem
67. onfiguration of the attached matrix 3 To set up audio in follow mode audio and video have the same tie configuration select the Group box at the bottom of the window To set up audio in breakaway mode audio and video have different tie configurations deselect the Group box 5 2 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Matrix Software 4 To make the control program easier to use you can assign a device icon to each input and output Click on a box that represents an input or output and drag the desired icon onto the box from the icon palette that appears 5 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 22 Extron s MATRIX SWITCHERS Control Program ver 5 0 1996 2001 Extron Electronics A ES File Tools Audio Config Preferences Help Power o Executive Mode Nm MN MN a Les Fa ta on PRESETS EN on on EE Save as oO m co m CHANGES 1 O Slolololola EN J co Jelle DLL co md Pa Follow E 2 CRT PROJI RETRO 3 PROJ 2 PRESETS i m ja 009 olo 6 2 Current Emulate CRTPROJ2 GO LCDPANEL jg WAN Save as 6 SECURITY CHANGES F J ie Take MONITOR 2 Cancel ja Q Ts Ja HEADSET 2 1 Follow Figure 5 2 Sample program window complete Windows bu
68. ove it from its retaining clips If test equipment is available you can check the fuse Place a new 2A 250V fast blow fuse in the retaining clips Reinstall the switcher s cover See Closing the switcher on page B 3 EUR you choose to check the switcher for proper operation before putting the 8 cover back on ensure that tools and hands are outside the switcher and then connect the power cord to the unit and to an AC source The switcher should power up normally Unplug the AC power cord and reinstall the switcher Attach the power cord to the switcher and to the AC power source Make sure the switcher is working properly If the switcher was removed from a rack remove its power cord reattach the switcher to the rack and reconnect the power cord Reconnect the input and output cables Setting the front panel jumper If the front panel jumpers are set incorrectly for example if the matrix configuration was changed and the jumpers were not updated when the switcher is powered up it locks up and will not operate If the switcher is connected to a PC or control system it reports Invalid Jumpers via the RS 232 422 link Check the setting of the jumper as follows 1 Follow the instructions in Opening the switcher on page B 2 to gain access to the interior of your switcher including the instructions to remove the front panel Locate the front panel jumper figure B 7 Install the jumpers as appropriate to you
69. ply to Extron Matrix Switchers and are used throughout this manual Tie n input to output connection Set of ties An input tied to two or more outputs An output can never be tied to more than one input Configuration May consist of one tie or one or more sets of ties Current configuration The configuration that is currently being used also called configuration 0 Global memory preset configuration that has been stored Up to twelve global memory presets can be stored in memory The input buttons select the desired preset memory location to load or retrieve a preset When a preset is retrieved from memory it becomes the current configuration One preset can be assigned to each input button Input buttons output buttons and LEDs Ned Ifthe switcher has fewer inputs and outputs than input and output buttons and LEDs only the applicable buttons and LEDs perform the function of selecting and identifying an input or output 1 Input 1 through 12 buttons and LEDs The input buttons have two independent functions to select an input and to select a preset The input LEDs identify selected inputs Amore detailed explanation of the two functions is included in Front Panel Operations beginning on page 3 4 2 Output 1 through 8 buttons and LEDs The output buttons and LEDs select and identify outputs On audio models the output LEDs also display the user adjustable audio level of the selected input A mo
70. ports AMA a B 8 Installing a firmware update pp B 9 Replacing the AC fuse pp B 10 Setting the front panel jumper pp B 10 Button LADOS Loss B 11 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Table of Contents ii Table of Contents cont d All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the properties of their respective owners 68 218 01 Rev J 11 04 IV Matrix 50 Series Switchers Table of Contents Matrix 50 Series Switchers Chapter One Introduction About the Matrix 50 Series Switchers Features Introduction 1 2 About the Matrix 50 Series Switchers The Extron Matrix 50 Series Switchers are broadcast quality uperadeable matrix switchers that distribute any video and or audio input to any combination of outputs The matrix switchers can route multiple input output configurations simultaneously The modular Matrix 50 series are assembled from individual modules each of which supports a discrete video or stereo audio plane as follows Composite video Matrix 50 switchers are assembled around one video module The audio version of the composite video matrix requires a separate audio module S video Matrix 50 switchers are assembled around two video modules one for the luma Y plane and one for the chroma O plane The audio version of the S video matrix requires a separate audio module Matrix 50 switchers with two video modules can also be used to switch two planes of composite video If used in this way the two plan
71. put cables Removing an audio module 1 Remove the bus ribbon cable and all video modules in accordance with Removing a video module on page B 5 Remove the five screws securing the audio module to the floor of the switcher and lift the audio module out of the switcher Reinstall all video modules and the bus ribbon cable in accordance with Installing a video module on page B 4 If the size of the matrix was changed 8 x 4 configuration to 12 x 8 configuration for example or if video or audio capabilities were added or removed see Setting the front panel jumper on page B 10 EZENN Ensure that tools and hands are outside the switcher before powering up 5 the switcher If not already done attach the power cord to the switcher and to the AC power source Make sure the switcher is working properly Unplug the AC power cord No Jon power up the switcher s Power LED blinks four times pauses and blinks four times again there is a conflict in the jumper settings Remove the power cable recheck the jumper settings and power the switcher up again If not already done reinstall the switcher s top cover See Closing the switcher on page B 3 If no replacement audio module was installed reinstall the audio cover strip by inserting the slot on the cover strip into the tab on the right of the switcher and tightening the screw into the switcher on the left side of the cover strip If not already done and if the switch
72. r Matrix 50 model figure B 9 B 10 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Reference Information Switcher type Matrix size JMP2 JMP3 JMP4 JMP5 JMP6 JMP7 JMP8 JMP9 8x4 8x8 Video only 12x4 12x8 8x4 8x8 Video amp audio 12x4 JMP9 LO O UMP5 JMP8 jJMP4 JMP7 LO O ymp3 dd JMP6 OG UMP2 S 12 x 4 12x8 Audio only 12x8 Figure B 9 Jumper settings Matrix 50 series switchers O x OJO x x O x O O x X O O x O x O OJO X X X X O O OJO O O xx O x O X O O Ox x x x O O O O X x gt x gt O O O OJO O O O O O O O O O O OJO O O O O X X X X X X X gt X x X X X O O O OJO O O OJO O O O X jumper installed O jumper removed EUR f you choose to check for proper operation before putting the cover back on ensure that tools and hands are outside the switcher and then perform step 4 After recognizing the new configuration the switcher should power up normally Unplug the AC power cord and reinstall the switcher 4 Reinitialize the switcher to recognize the new configuration as follows a Connect the power cord to the AC power source Press and hold the Enter button while you connect the power cord to the switcher c Observe that the Input Output Preset View and Esc LEDs all flash d Release the Enter button 5 Ensure that the switcher is working properly 6 Ifthe switcher was removed from a rack remove its power cord reattach the switcher to the
73. rack and reconnect the power cord 7 Reconnect the input and output cables Button Labels Figure B 10 provides blanks of a 12 button strip of button labels Feel free to photocopy them or cut them out of the manual write button information in each button area as desired and put them in the switcher s label window For 8 button strips and 4 button strips use scissors to trim the blank to the appropriate length Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Reference Information B 11 Reference Information cont d Blank B 12 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Reference Information dins uo nq z 1 syuejq jogej uong OL g e4nbi4 B 13 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Reference Information Reference Information cont d B 14 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Reference Information FCC Class A Notice Note 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 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may 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
74. rde f r eine Verwendung mit einer Hauptstromleitung mit einem geerdeten neutralen Leiter konzipiert Der dritte Kontakt ist f r einen Erdanschluf und stellt eine Sicherheitsfunktion dar Diese sollte nicht umgangen oder aufer Betrieb gesetzt werden Stromunterbrechung Um das Ger t auf sichere Weise vom Netz zu trennen sollten Sie alle Netzkabel aus der Riickseite des Ger tes aus der externen Stomversorgung falls dies m glich ist oder aus der Wandsteckdose ziehen Schutz des Netzkabels Netzkabel sollten stets so verlegt werden daf sie nicht im Weg liegen und niemand darauf treten kann oder Objekte darauf oder unmittelbar dagegengestellt werden k nnen Wartung Alle Wartungsmafsnahmen sollten nur von qualifiziertem Servicepersonal durchgefiihrt werden Die internen Komponenten des Ger tes sind wartungsfrei Zur Vermeidung eines elektrischen Schocks versuchen Sie in keinem Fall dieses Ger t selbst ffnen da beim Entfernen der Abdeckungen die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlags und oder andere Gefahren bestehen Schlitze und Offnungen e Wenn das Ger t Schlitze oder Locher im Geh use aufweist dienen diese zur Vermeidung einer Uberhitzung der empfindlichen Teile im Inneren Diese Offnungen diirfen niemals von anderen Objekten blockiert werden Litium Batterie Explosionsgefahr falls die Batterie nicht richtig ersetzt wird Ersetzen Sie verbrauchte Batterien nur durch den gleichen oder einen vergleichbaren Batterietyp der auch
75. re detailed explanation of the two functions is included in Front Panel Operations beginning on page 3 4 Control buttons and LEDs Enter button The Enter button saves changes when you set up a new configuration To create a simple configuration specify video audio or both see I O selection buttons 7 and 8 press the desired input button press the desired output buttons and press the Enter button 3 2 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Operation Preset button and LED The Preset button saves a configuration as a preset or recalls and makes active a previously defined preset The Preset LED indicates save mode when it is blinking and recall mode when it lights steadily View button and LED The View button selects a view only mode that allows the display of the current configurations and provides a way to mute and unmute video and audio outputs The view only mode helps prevent changing configurations by accident The View LED indicates that the switcher is in view only mode In view only mode pressing any input button 1 or output 2 button lights the LEDs for the input and all outputs that are a part of that set of ties Pressing the button for any unassigned output lights only the LEDs for all of the unassigned outputs No input LED is lit As a secondary function on audio models the View button decrements the audio level of the selected input In audio adjustment mode the View LED indicates a nega
76. rn Yes Enclosure Lype sate Metal Enclosure dimensions 3 5 H x 17 0 W x 9 5 D 2U high full rack width 8 9 cm H x 43 2 cm W x 24 1 cm D Depth excludes connectors Width excludes rack ears Product weight 8 6 lbs 3 9 kg Shipping weight sasata 15 lbs 6 8 kg DIM weight 25 VIDA CON ua oss naci ISTA NSTA 1A in carton International Safe Transit Association SENOS evade bits UL CUL CR CE FCC Class A N E EEN 30 000 hours PARA ed pass 3 years parts and labor Nega Specifications are subject to change without notice Matrix 50 Series Switchers Specifications Specifications cont d Part Numbers Matrix 50 Series switchers part numbers Matrix 50 Series Switchers Specifications Extron Part Part 12 x 8 HDTV component video and audio switcher 60 359MV 12 x 8 HDTV component video switcher 60 359MZ 12 x 4 HDTV component video and audio switcher 60 359 W 12 x 4 HDTV component video switcher 60 359JZ 8 x 8 HDTV component video and audio switcher 60 359GX 8 x 8 HDTV component video switcher 60 359GZ 8 x 4 HDTV component video and audio switcher 60 359DY 8 x 4 HDTV component video switcher 60 359DZ 12 x 8 S video and audio switcher 60 359LV 12 x 8 S video switcher 60 359LZ 12 x 4 S video and audio switcher 60 359IW 12 x 4 S video switcher 60 3591Z 8 x 8 S video and audio switcher 60 359FX 8 x 8 S video switcher 60 359FZ 8 x 4 S video and audio switcher 60 359C Y
77. rocedure in this chapter do the following 1 Reinstall any cables you removed To connect a self latching cable to a receptacle align the holes in the connector with the pins in the Ribbon cable receptacle and press evenly until the receptacle tabs lock into place 7 IA e e Self latching receptacle 2 Place the top cover and the front cover if a firmware upgrade was performed in place and replace all the screws that were removed in Opening the switcher on page B 2 Installing and removing video and audio modules The Matrix 50 Series switchers are field upgradeable The following procedures guide you through the process of Upgrading from composite video one video module to S video two video modules or HDTV component video three video modules Upgrading from S video two video modules to component video three video modules Downgrading from any of the above configurations Adding or removing audio capabilities Changing to a different Switching matrix configuration from an 8 x 4 configuration to a 12 x 8 configuration for example 1 Audio modules are always installed on the bottom of the switcher chassis figure B 2 Removing or installing an audio board cannot be accomplished with video modules in the way If changing the audio configuration of your switcher remove all video modules first 2 Video planes in the Matrix 50 Series switcher are configured from the top down if the switcher is
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79. stallation of video modules to be installed by 7 Y Locking squeezing the locking tabs together and pushing the plug out through the back of the chassis NON If you are also installing or removing an audio N module see Installing an audio module step 3 on page B 6 or Removing an audio module on page B 7 before continuing to install the video modules Return here when finished with the audio module procedure Squeeze 5 Mount the new video module s and any module s removed in step 3 starting at the lowest required video module location For example if upgrading the switcher from composite video to S video mount a video module in the second location and the next module in the top location leaving the bottom video module location empty a Insert the video module into the Matrix 50 switcher chassis and position the module such that its BNC connectors protrude through the holes in the switcher s rear panel in the proper module location figure B 3 1 hex nut on ra each BNC connector Plug Figure B 3 Installing a video module b Using an Extron BNC extraction tool part 100 096 01 or a 9 16 deep well socket with thin walls secure the video module to the switcher s rear panel by installing a hex nut on each BNC connector on the video module B 4 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Reference Information When all of the video and audio modules are mounted reconnect the bus ribbon cable to each boar
80. t With no input LED selected all output LEDs that have no established ties light 3 8 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation D Press and release the input 5 button figure 3 8 The input 5 LED lights If ties are established for input 5 all output LEDs toggle outputs with no ties turn off and the LEDs associated with all outputs tied to input 5 audio video or audio and video ties light If no ties are established for input 5 all output LEDs turn off If audio is broken away the Audio LED blinks X RO VIDEO AUDIO CONTROL e 6 A A e e e A O p q 5 yo ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO Y Figure 3 8 Example 4d Viewing the current configuration video and audio A set of ties can also be viewed by selecting a tied output To demonstrate this note the number of a lit output LED and press and release the output button for an unlit untied output LED Observe that all of the untied outputs light Then press the output button for the output LED noted previously and observe that the selected output LED the tied input LED input 5 and the output LEDs light for all of the outputs that are tied to the input E Press and release the Video button to togele the Video LED off figure 3 9 If audio is broken away the Audio LED stops blinking and lights steadily LED key off XX on Press O os Om INPUTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 VIDEO AUDIO
81. t configuration is now video input 5 tied to video output 1 output 3 output 4 and output 8 and audio input 5 tied to audio output 3 and output 8 Viewing a configuration The current configuration can be viewed using the front panel buttons The view only mode prevents inadvertent changes to the current configuration on a 12x8 Matrix 50 switcher with audio View only mode also provides a way to mute video and audio outputs see Muting and unmuting video and or audio in this chapter To view the current configuration do the following 1 Press the Esc button to clear any input LEDs output LEDs or control LEDs that may be on Matrix 50 Series Switchers Operation 3 7 Operation cont d 2 Press and release the View button 3 Select video audio or both to view by pressing the Video and or Audio buttons 4 Select the desired input or output s for which ties need to be viewed by pressing the input and output buttons NON 1 To see all ties of the current configuration press and release each input and output button one at a time with the Video and Audio LEDS on 2 In view only mode you can view video and audio video only or audio only ties Pressing and releasing the Video and Audio buttons toggles each on and off 3 If when you view video and audio ties the Audio LED blinks and the Video LED is on after you select an input or output the LEDs indicate that the audio ties are not the same as the video ties
82. talling the software The program is contained on a set of 3 5 inch diskettes and you should load and run the program from the hard drive To install the program from the floppy disks to the hard drive run SETUP EXE from the floppy disk and follow the instructions that appear on the screen The program occupies approximately 3 MB megabyte of hard drive space By default the Windows installation creates a C MTRX directory and it places two icons Matrix Switcher Control Program and Matrix Switcher Help into a group or folder named Extron Electronics No Y The program was designed to control most Extron matrix switchers but its operation will be limited to the features and configuration of your Matrix 50 Series switcher Using the software Overview This section is an overview of the Extron Matrix Switcher Control Program The help function contains additional information See Using the help system on page 5 5 for details 1 Torun the Matrix Switcher Control Program double click on the Matrix Switcher Control Program icon shown at left in the MTRX Extron Electronics group or folder a MATRA Syvytcher Control Porn 2 Click on the comm port that is connected to the RS 232 RS 422 port of the switcher To set up the software without attaching the switcher to the computer see Using emulation mode on page 5 5 The Extron Matrix Switcher Control Program window figure 5 1 and figure 5 2 displays the current c
83. tion follows the video configuration The Audio LED blinks to indicate that the audio configuration is broken away from the video configuration As a secondary function the Audio button selects the audio level display adjustment mode Press and hold the Audio button until the Audio LED begins to blink If the Video LED was lit it turns off Select an input The current audio level setting for the selected input is displayed by the output LEDs The audio level for the selected input can be increased and decreased by pressing the View and Esc buttons A more detailed explanation of audio level adjustment is included in Viewing and adjusting the audio level on page 3 13 Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Operation 3 3 Operation cont d Front panel MO label windows 9 Input and output label windows These translucent panels can be removed and replaced to insert labels behind the panels To remove a panel insert the Philips head end of an Extron tweeker or small Philips head screwdriver into the hole in one end of the panel and gently slide the tab on the edge of the panel out of the recess in the switcher housing Input and output labels can be created easily with Extron s button label generator software which ships with every Extron Matrix Switcher or with any Brother P Touch labeler Each input and output can be labeled with names alphanumeric characters or even color bitmaps for easy and intuitive input and output selecti
84. tive attenuation value A more detailed explanation of audio level adjustment is included in Viewing and adjusting the audio level on page 3 13 Esc button and LED The Esc button cancels operations or 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 The Esc LED flashes once after the Esc button is pressed and released to indicate the escape function As a secondary function on audio models the Esc button increments the audio level of the selected input In audio adjustment mode the Esc LED indicates a positive gain value A more detailed explanation of audio level adjustment is included in Viewing and adjusting the audio level on page 3 13 I O controls When creating or viewing a configuration you must specify whether the configuration applies to video audio or both This is done with the Video and Audio 8 buttons No Although present the Audio button has no function on video only models Video button and LED The Video button selects and deselects video for a configuration that is being created or viewed The Video LED lights to indicate that video is available for configuring or for viewing Audio button and LED The Audio button selects and deselects audio for a configuration that is being created or viewed The Audio LED lights to indicate that the audio configura
85. ttons The buttons on the right side of the window perform the following functions Power Unavailable for Matrix 50 switchers because the switcher power cannot be controlled via software Executive mode Allows you to lock out front panel operations except for the view only mode functions Presets menu Displays a list of up to 12 presets You can select a preset from the list to display it in the window Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Matrix Software 5 3 Matrix Software cont d Go Activates the selected preset as the current configuration Save as Allows the current set of ties to be saved as a preset Enter the preset number when prompted to do so Changes Take Allows you to save to file any changes made to the displayed configuration Changes Cancel Returns to the previous screen undoing any changes you have made Windows menus File menu Save matrix settings as Saves a complete set of up to 16 presets plus the last active setting preset 0 to a file Saved settings include audio gain settings if specified assigned icons and icon captions Restore matrix settings from Loads and activates a previously saved setting file Save this session s settings Saves the current assigned icons and icon captions Restore last session s settings Loads the icons and icon captions that were saved during the last session If you saved the previous sessions changes to disk the l
86. ttons to increase and decrease the audio level Press and release the Audio button to exit the audio display and adjustment mode The Audio LED stops blinking and turns off There is one audio level setting per input The audio level setting is shared by the left and right audio inputs 2 The audio level settings are stored in non volatile memory When power is removed and restored the audio level settings are retained Example 8 Viewing and adjusting an audio level See figure 3 14 and figure 3 15 and the following steps for an example of viewing and adjusting the audio level on a 12x8 Matrix 50 switcher with audio a Press and release the Esc button The Esc LED flashes once Press and hold the Audio button for approximately 2 seconds until the Audio LED begins to blink then release the Audio button Press and release the input 5 button The input 5 LED lights The audio level for the selected input is displayed by the output LEDs The polarity is indicated by either the Esc A or View W LED blinking Each output LED indicates 1dB when blinking and 2dB when lit The blinking Esc 4 LED indicates a positive gain level The blinking View W LED indicates a negative attenuation level Matrix 50 Series Switchers e Operation MONA O O 12 AAA O O 0 13 XL NE Jo 14 XT Jo 45 ABE Matrix 50 with audio m o O LALO NUDE ION Br XBY eeeeeeeeeeee 00 ox 318 61 016 GE 3 1
87. usdr cklich vom Hersteller empfohlen wurden da diese eine Gefahrenquelle darstellen k nnen Instrucciones de seguridad Espa ol operaci n y mantenimiento o cambio de partes que se desean destacar en el Este s mbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre instrucciones importantes de contenido de la documentaci n suministrada con los equipos voltaje peligroso sin protecci n aislante que puedan encontrarse dentro de la caja Este s mbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre la presencia de elementos con o alojamiento del producto y que puedan representar riesgo de electrocuci n Precaucion Leer las instrucciones Leer y analizar todas las instrucciones de operaci n y seguridad antes de usar el equipo Conservar las instrucciones Conservar las instrucciones de seguridad para futura consulta Obedecer las advertencias Todas las advertencias e instrucciones marcadas en el equipo o en la documentaci n del usuario deben ser obedecidas Evitar el uso de accesorios No usar herramientas o accesorios que no sean especificamente recomendados por el fabricante ya que podrian implicar riesgos Warning Power sources This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product This equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded neutral conductor The third grounding pin is a safety feature do not attempt to bypass or disable it Power disconnection To r
88. via a PC or control system e QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC The Matrix 50 OS FPC feature supports touch of a button input and output selection preset creation and selection and audio gain and attenuation control e Windows based control program Extron s Windows based control program provides a versatile range of operational options with its graphical interface and drag and drop point and click operation The Windows based Matrix 50 Series Switchers Introduction 1 3 Introduction cont d control program also has an emulation mode that lets you create a switcher configuration file at the home office and then download it for use by the switcher on site e Simple Instruction Set SISTM The remote control protocol uses Extron s SIS for easy programming and operation Audio gain attenuation Users can set the input level of audio gain or attenuation 15dB to 9dB via the RS 232 RS 422 link or from the front panel Individual input audio levels can be adjusted so there are no noticeable volume differences between sources figure 1 2 19 T 15 dBu VU 16 12 19 MM 15 13 9 16 12 Low audio output level dBu VU 19 15 Audio system 16 12 13 9 10 7 6 3 o E e ad AF No noticeable volume 2 14 differences between sources
89. wo video module models only Connect S video outputs to these BNC connectors for each output Composite video outputs single video module models only Connect composite video outputs to these BNC connectors for each output The component video and S video Matrix 50 Series switchers can also switch video lower on the video food chain by using only two or one BNC s If switching a different video format ensure that the same video planes are used on the switcher output as on the input No The Matrix 50 Series Switchers do not alter the video signal in any way The signal output by the switcher is in the same format as the input Audio input and output connections audio models only EZENN The captive screw connector can easily be inadvertently plugged partially into one receptacle and partially into an adjacent receptacle This misconnection could damage the audio output circuits Exercise care to ensure the captive screw connector is plugged into the desired input or output 4 Connections for balanced and unbalanced audio inputs Each input has a 3 5 mm 5 pole captive screw connector for balanced or unbalanced stereo audio input Connectors are included with each Matrix 50 Series switcher but you must supply the audio cable See figure 2 5 to wire a connector for the appropriate input type and impedance level High impedance is generally over 800 ohms Matrix 50 Series Switchers Installation 2 3 Installation
90. xternal sync connection example Matrix 50 Series Switchers Installation 2 5 Installation cont d I Monitor VGA input MATRIX 50 Sync timing source black burst generator posses 1 Video camera Video camer a Video camera Figure 2 9 Multiple device external sync connection example Additional rear panel views The following figures show the rear panels of an 8x4 Matrix 50 switcher an 8x8 Matrix 50 switcher and a 12x4 Matrix 50 switcher Figure 2 10 Rear nl view 8x4 component video and audio Matrix 50 Switcher Figure 2 11 Rear panel view 8x8 component video Matrix 50 Switcher Figure 2 12 Rear view 12x4 component video and audio Matrix 50 Switcher 2 6 Matrix 50 Series Switchers Installation s 2 S 3 Matrix 50 Series Switchers w uro Chapter Three Operation Front Panel Controls and Indicators Front Panel Operations Troubleshooting Worksheets Operation Front Panel Controls and Indicators The front panel controls figure 3 1 are grouped into two sets The input and output buttons and LED indicators are grouped on the left side of the control panel The control buttons and I O selection buttons and indicators are grouped on the right side of the panel INPUTS o ell T CONTROL VO Extron H eS NITCHER OUTPUTS Figure 3 1 Matrix 50 Series Switcher front panel Definitions The following terms ap
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92. y pressing the two receptacle tabs Ribbon cable on the top cable outward as shown at the left and pulling back gently on the cable connector to remove it Connector ZA So i from the receptacle Do this for each video or audio e board connection and move the ribbon cable out of the Self latching receptacle way Using an Extron BNC extraction tool part 100 096 01 or a 9 16 deep well socket with thin walls remove all hex nuts securing the video module to be removed to the rear panel of the switcher Gently pull the video module forward so the BNC connectors clear the holes in the rear panel of the switcher Lift the video module out of the switcher If there are no further module installations or removals to be performed reconnect the bus ribbon cable to each board by aligning the Ribbon cable holes in the connector with the pins in the bus connector R A on each board and pressing evenly until the receptacle e tabs lock into place Ensure that the bus ribbon cable is Self latching receptace not twisted and that the red line on the ribbon cable is toward the center of the video and audio boards If the size of the matrix was changed 8 x 4 configuration to 12 x 8 configuration for example or if video or audio capabilities were added or removed see Setting the front panel jumper on page B 10 KUNNE Ensure that tools and hands are outside the switcher before powering up 6 the switcher Att

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