MULTITASKER
®
MANUAL PART NUMBER: 400-0374-005
MT103-123
TWISTED PAIR RECEIVER TO
VIDEO + AUDIO CARD
USER’S GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS................ 2
GENERAL..........................................................2
INSTALLATION..................................................2
CLEANING.........................................................2
FCC NOTICE.....................................................2
ABOUT YOUR MT103-123....................................... 3
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.............................. 3
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ......................................5
APPLICATION DIAGRAMS ...................................... 6
DIAGRAM1: TYPICAL SETUP ..........................6
DIAGRAM2: RJ-45 PINOUT..............................7
DIAGRAM3: INTERNAL VIEW ..........................8
DIAGRAM4: SWITCH SETTINGS.....................9
INSTALLING YOUR MT103-123..........................10
OPERATION.............................................................10
RS-232 CONTROL...........................................10
DESCRIPTION OF COMMANDS.....................11
COMMANDS................................................11
FEEDBACK COMMANDS............................12
SETUP COMMANDS...................................13
ID COMMANDS........................................... 14
GROUP COMMANDS..................................16
SUMMARY OF COMMANDS ...........................17
MENU MODE...................................................17
ADJUSTMENTS...............................................19
VIDEO EQUALIZATION...................................19
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...............................20
LED IS NOT RED.............................................20
LED IS NOT GREEN........................................20
NO SOUND......................................................20
NO REMOTE IMAGE .......................................21
RECEIVING DISPLAY QUALITY IS POOR ......21
ALTINEX POLICIES................................................ 21
LIMITEDWARRANTY/RETURNPOLICIES.....21
CONTACT INFORMATION ..............................21
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PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS 1
Please read this manual carefully before using your
MT103-123. Keep this manual handy for future
reference. These safety instructions are to ensure
the long life of your MT103-123 and to prevent fire
and shock hazards. Please read them carefully and
heed all warnings.
1.1 GENERAL
• Qualified ALTINEX service personnel or their
authorized representatives must perform all
service.
1.2 INSTALLATION
• To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this unit
to water or moisture. Do not place the
MT103-123 in direct sunlight, near heaters or
heat-radiating appliances, or near any liquid.
Exposure to direct sunlight, smoke, or steam can
harm internal components.
• Handle the MT103-123 carefully. Dropping or
jarring can damage the unit.
• Do not pull any cables that are attached to the
MT103-123.
1.3 CLEANING
1.4 FCC NOTICE
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
• 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
instructions found herein, 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 expense.
• Any changes or modifications to the unit not
expressly approved by ALTINEX, Inc. could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• Clean only with a dry cloth. Never use strong
detergents or solvents such as alcohol or
thinner. Do not use a wet cloth or water to clean
the unit. Do not open the unit to clean.
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* US Patent 7
,065,190
ABOUT YOUR MT103-123 2
MT103-123
TWISTED PAIR RECEIVER TO
VIDEO + AUDIO CARD
The MT103-123 provides a means of receiving
computer video and audio signals over Twisted
Pair-type (CAT-5/6) cable when used together with
an ALTINEX Twisted Pair Video Transmitter such
as the MT103-122 or DA1930CT.
The MT103-123 is easy to use and requires only
one slot in the MultiTasker system. The
MT103-123 is able to receive one of the video
sources, such as RGBHV, YPbPr, S-Video, or
composite video (C-Video) and stereo audio
transmitted over the Twisted Pair cable from the
MT103-122, DA1930CT, or equivalent transmitter.
The MT103-123 provides both audio and video
outputs. The MT103-123 offers a 15-pin HD female
output for RGBHV/YPbPr signals, a 4-pin Mini DIN
for S-Video, and an RCA jack for C-Video output. A
5-pin terminal block is used for balanced stereo
audio output and a 3.5 mm stereo jack is used for
unbalanced stereo.
The unit also offers hardware video equalization for
long transmission lengths. The video equalization
works in conjunction with the video equalization on
the transmitter. There is also a signal detection
feature that shows when an input signal is present.
The latest generation of Twisted Pair devices uses
an innovative, patented technology* developed by
ALTINEX. The new signal processing technology
allows transmitting and receiving fully equalized
computer video signals, stereo, and audio signals
over long distances.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3
Specifications are subject to change.
See www.altinex.com for up-to-date information.
FEATURES/
DESCRIPTION
GENERAL
Inputs Video+Audio
Video+Audio RJ-45 female (1)
Video Outputs
RGBHV/YPbPr 15-pin HD (1)
S-Video 4-pin Mini DIN (1)
C-Video RCA female (1)
Audio Outputs
Stereo Audio (bal.) 5-pin terminal block (1)
Stereo Audio (unbal.) 3.5 mm stereo jack (1)
Compatibility
Signal Types
Video Signal
Resolutions
VGA: 640x480@60Hz
Recommended Max.
Cable Lengths
Note: Measurements
made using ALTINEX
low-skew cable,
CB3150PV.
XGA: 1024x768@60Hz
SXGA: 1280x1024@60Hz
UXGA: 1600x1200@60Hz
MT103-123
ALTINEX Standard for
Twisted Pair
VGA through UXGA,
480p through 1080i,
Composite Video,
S-Video, and
Stereo Audio
900 ft (274 m)
700 ft (213 m)
650 ft (198 m)
600 ft (183 m)
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Table 1. MT103-123 General
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MECHANICAL MT103-123
Enclosure Slots Required 1
Weight (pounds) 1.1 lb (0.5 kg)
Ship Weight (pounds) 1.6 lbs (0.73 kg)
T° Operating 10°C-40°C
T° Max 50°C
Humidity
MTBF (calculations) 40,000 hrs
Table 2. MT103-123 Mechanical
90% non-condensing
ELECTRICAL MT103-123
Input
CAT-5/6 Twisted Pair
Output Video Signals
RGBHV/YPbPr - Video 75 ohms
RGBHV - Sync 10 kohms/TTL
S-Video, Composite Video 75 ohms
Output Audio Signals
Gain – Balanced at 1 kHz +6 dB +/-10%
Gain – Unbal. at 1 kHz 0 dB +/-0.5 dB
Amplitude Matching
(difference Left to Right)
Power Consumption
+6V 0.300 A (1.8 W)
Video/Sync/Audio
ALTINEX Standard
10% maximum
(from enclosure)
-6V 0.200 A (1.2 W)
Total Power 3.0 W max.
Table 3. MT103-123 Electrical
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 4
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TOP RETAINER SCREW
RGBHV/YPbPr
VIDEO OUTPUT
S-VIDEO INPUT
C-VIDEO OUTPUT
VIDEO EQUALIZATION
UNBALANCED STEREO
AUDIO OUTPUT
BALANCED STEREO
AUDIO OUTPUT
4TP INPUT
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BOTTOM RETAINER SCREW
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APPLICATION DIAGRAMS 5
DIAGRAM 1: TYPICAL SETUP
MULTITASKER
MT103-123
RGBHV/
YPbPr
OR
S-VIDEO
OR
C-VIDEO
AUDIO
DA1930CT
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DIAGRAM 2: RJ-45 PINOUT
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TOP
FRONT
1 8
1
2
3
4
5
RJ-45 Output SignalsPin No.
Orange/White
Orange
Green/White
Blue
Blue/White
1
8
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7
8
Table 4
Standard 568B Wiring Color Code
Green
Brown/White
Brown
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DIAGRAM 3: INTERNAL VIEW
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RJ-45
TWISTED
PAIR
INPUT
PAIR 1
PAIR 2
PAIR 3
PAIR 4
SIGNAL
DETECT
POWER/
SIGNAL PRESENT
SYNC-ON-GREEN
SYNC
PROCESSING
OUTPUT
RCA
C-VIDEO
CHROMA
LUMA
BLUE
RED
GREEN
+
-
+
-
HOR
VER
4-PIN
MINI DIN
S-VIDEO
15-PIN HD
VIDEO
RGBHV/
Y Pb Pr
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AUDIO
SEPARATOR
LPLP
LPLP
8
R1+
R1-
L1+
L1-
RIGHT
LEFT
5-PIN TB
BAL.
STEREO
AUDIO
3.5 mm
UNBAL.
STEREO
AUDIO
DIAGRAM 4: SWITCH SETTINGS
GAIN and SYNC OPTIONS
The MT103-123 has an
internal switch with 6
positions to achieve the
following features:
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DESCRIPTIONPOSITION
6
5
Video Gain ON=1 x1, OFF=x2
Factory Default = x1
Sync-On-Green (ON/OFF)
Factory Default = OFF
3,4
1,2
Vertical Sync Polarity (Positive/Negative)
3 OFF, 4 ON = Negative (Factory Default)
3 ON, 4 OFF = Positive
Horizontal Sync Polarity (Positive/Negative)
1 ON, 2 OFF = Positive (Factory Default)
1 OFF, 2 ON = Negative
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VIDEO EQUALIZATION (EQ)
HW = Hardware control
SW = Software control
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INSTALLING YOUR MT103-123 6
Step 1. Determine the settings required for Gain,
Sync-On-Green, Horizontal Sync Polarity,
and Vertical Sync Polarity. If necessary to
change the factory defaults, set the
switches per Diagram 4 on page 8.
Step 2. Turn off power to the MultiTasker and
disconnect AC power.
Step 3. Remove a slot cover (MT200-101) from
one of the unused slots. Identify the slot
number and note that it is for RS-232
control.
Step 4. Slide the MT103-123 into the slot in order
to connect it to the bus. Make sure the
card fits into place. Secure the card by
tightening the retainer screws located on
the top and bottom of the card.
Step 5. Restore power to the enclosure and verify
the LED near the top of the card is on and
red indicating power is applied.
Step 6. Connect the CAT-5 cable from the video
output of the transmitter to the RJ-45
Input port on the MT103-123.
Step 7. Verify the power LED at the top of the unit
changes to GREEN, indicating a signal
has been detected.
Step 8. Connect the stereo audio output from the
MT103-123 to the audio receiving device.
Step 9. Connect the receiving monitor to the
applicable MT103-123 video output
connector, RGBHV/YPbPr, S-Video, or
C-Video depending on the input type to
the transmitter.
Step 10. Verify the picture quality on the receiving
monitor is equivalent to the quality as
displayed on the local monitor at the
transmitter. If the quality of the image is
poor or non-existent, it may be necessary
to adjust the video equalization on the
MT103-123 and/or the transmitter. See
the OPERATION section that follows for
details.
OPERATION 7
7.1 RS-232 CONTROL
The MT103-123 has many advanced
remote-control capabilities accessible through
standard RS-232 communication. Control may be
accomplished through a computer, control system,
or any device capable of RS-232 communication.
7.1.1 RS-232 INTERFACE
The control commands for the MT103-123 are in
a simple ASCII character format.
1. Square brackets “[ ]” are part of the
command.
2. Use uppercase letters for all commands.
3. Spaces are not legal characters.
The cards in a MultiTasker are capable of
performing various functions, as well as
providing feedback to the user or control
system. Commands instruct a card to perform
specific actions or request information from the
card. Some commands do both simultaneously.
A command that instructs the card only to
perform an action will generate feedback of “[ ]”.
The open bracket immediately followed by a
closed bracket indicates the card received a
valid command. If the command requested
information from the card, the feedback
generated by the card is the acknowledgement
of having received a valid command. Invalid
commands generate feedback that includes
“ERR” plus an error code.
Example 1: [ERR001] Error number
Example 2: [ERRC04] Card error C4
Commands ending in “S” will be saved into
memory. Commands not ending in “S” will still
be executed, but will not be restored when the
system is reset or powered off, then on.
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7.2 DESCRIPTION OF COMMANDS
Each command consists of three parts:
Function, Card ID, and Unit ID.
[ Function , Card ID , Unit ID ]
Example: [VERC3U2]
VER = Function
C3 = Card ID or Group ID
U2 = Unit ID (optional for Unit ID 0)
For Function, see a detailed explanation under
each command description.
The card ID is a unique identifier. It is equal to
the enclosure slot number, or it may be an
assigned value. As the slot number, the value
can range from 1-4 up to 1-20 depending on the
enclosure. If the value is assigned, the ID may
be a maximum of 99. Card ID 0 (C0) is used for
the controller and cannot be reassigned.
The group ID is a number representing a group
of cards defined with the [WR] command. W hen
using the group ID, all cards in the group will
perform the given instruction.
COMMANDS
1. [VER]
This command displays the software version
and card type for the MT103-123 card.
Command Format: [VERCn]
Cn = Card ID (n = slot # from 1 to max slots)
Example:
An MT103-123 card is in slot 4. Send the
command [VERC4] and the system will return
the following feedback:
[MT103-123 690-0197-005 C04]
MT103-123 = model number
690-0197-005 = software version
C04 = card ID
2. [C]
This command displays the status of the card.
Command Format: [Cn]
Cn = Card ID (n = # from 1 to max slots)
NOTE: In this guide, cards are referenced by
their IDs (C1, C2...C99). Typically, the ID
number will be equivalent to the slot number.
Groups will be referenced by their IDs (G1-G8).
Changing the position of a card will significantly
affect the commands recorded on software
definitions or third-party control systems.
The unit ID has a range from U0 to U20. U0
should be used for single unit operation. If the ID
is set to U0, each command may be used
without Ui. Use the command [SETU0], as
explained in the MT101-101 User’s Guide.
Example:
[VERC3]: For U0
[VERC3Ui]: For ID other than U0
[VERC3]: Equivalent to [VERC3U0]
Example:
There is one MT103-123 card in slot 4. Sending
the command [C4] to the MultiTasker will yield
the following feedback:
ON, EQ=0 C04
ON = output is on
EQ=0 = equalization is zero
C04 = card ID
If there is no card in slot 4, sending the
command [C4] will not return any feedback.
3. [CnS]
This command saves the card settings and
displays the status. After the system is reset or
powered off and then back on, the card restores
the saved settings.
Cn = Card ID
S = Save configuration
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Example:
Save the status by sending the command [C4S].
The feedback returned will be similar to the
following:
ON, EQ=0 C04 [SAVED]
FEEDBACK COMMANDS
The next four commands are a function of both
the card and the front panel firmware.
4. [?]
This command displays general information
about the MultiTasker and cards installed in the
unit.
Command Format: [?Ui]
Ui = Unit ID (i = from 0 to 9)
Example:
A MultiTasker with ID 1 has a front panel with
part number MT101-101 and contains an
MT103-122 and an MT103-123. Send the
command [?U1] and receive the following
feedback:
[(MT101-101U1)(MT103-122C03)
(MT103-123C04)]
MT101-101U1 = Panel model/unit ID
MT103-122C03 = An MT103-122 is in slot 3
MT103-123C04 = An MT103-123 is in slot 4
5. [?C]
This command will display general information
about the card and its status.
Command Format: [?Cn]
Cn = Card ID (n = # from 1 to max slots)
Example:
The MT103-123 in slot 4 has a software
equalization value of 25 and the output is
enabled. Send the command [?C4] to receive
feedback status similar to the following.
[(MT103-123C04)(VR690-0197-005C04)
(ONC04)(EQ25C04)(SI0C04)]
All status feedback is enclosed in brackets, “[ ]“.
Each data field within the status is enclosed in
parentheses. The first two characters identify
the status type. The last three characters are the
card’s ID.
MT103-123 = Card model number
VR690-0197-005 = Firmware version
ON = Output status
EQ25 = Video equalization
SI0 = Input signal status
The output status line always reads “ON” since
the MT103-123 does not have an output disable
feature.
The software video equalization value is shown
following the EQ prefix, or 25 out of 50.
The input signal detect line will display a “1”
following the SI prefix if an input signal is
detected, otherwise a “0” will follow the prefix.
6. [STA1]
This command enables automatic feedback
from the front panel. The command affects any
card with auto-feedback capability, not just the
MT103-123. The default at power on or reset is
STA0, off. For more details, see the [?Cn]
command definition.
Command Format: [STA1]
Feedback Prefix Definitions:
MT Card model number
VR Firmware revision
ON Output status
EQ Video equalization
SI Input signal detect
Example:
Command = [EQ=10C4]
Feedback = (EQ10C04)
EQ = Software equalization
10 = Current value (00-50)
C04 = Card ID/slot number
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7. [STA0]
This command disables automatic feedback
from the card and front panel. The command
affects any card with auto-feedback capability,
not just the MT103-123 card. The default at
power on or reset is STA0, OFF.
Command Format: [STA0]
SETUP COMMANDS
8. [SIG]
This command will test for the presence of an
input signal and return a “1” if a signal is present
and return a “0” if no signal is present.
Command Format: [SIGCn]
Cn = Card ID (n = # from 1 to max slots)
Example:
An MT103-123 is in slot 4 and there is a valid
Twisted Pair signal on the input. Send the
command [SIGC4] and the system will return the
following feedback:
1
9. [EQ]
This command displays the current software
equalization setting and selects the equalization
function for adjustment using the [+] and [-]
commands. This command has no effect if the
equalization switch is set for hardware control.
Command Format: [EQCn]
Cn = Card ID (n = slot # from 1 to max slots)
Example: DISPLAY EQUALIZATION
An MT103-123 card is in slot 4 and its
equalization level is set to zero. Send the
command [EQC4] and receive the following
feedback:
EQ=0
Example: ADJUST EQUALIZATION
Continuing from the previous example, the
equalization function is now active and may be
adjusted using the [+] and [-] commands. The
card will display the new equalization setting
after each [+] or [-] command. Send the
following commands to increase the equalization
to a value of 5:
[ + ] [ + ] [ + ] [ + ] [ + ] [ - ]
EQ=1 EQ=2 EQ=3 EQ=4 EQ=5 EQ=4
The level is now 4 and no further adjustments
are required.
10. [+]
See the [EQ] command for details.
11. [-]
See the [EQ] command for details.
12. [EQ=]
This command is used to set the equalization to
an absolute value and select the equalization
function for adjustment using the [+] and [-]
commands. This command has no effect if the
equalization switch is set for hardware control.
Command Format: [EQ=mCn]
m = Equalization (m = # from 0 to 50)
Cn = Card ID (n = slot # from 1 to max slots)
Example:
Set the equalization level of the MT103-123 card
in slot 4 to a value of 25 by sending the
command [EQ=25C4]. The [+] and [-]
commands may be used to fine-tune the
equalization at this time.
13. [CLR]
This command clears the card settings and sets
the software equalization to zero.
Command Format: [CLRCn]
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Cn = Card ID (n = slot # from 1 to max slots)
Example:
Clear the MT103-123 by sending [CLRC4].
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14. […S] – Save
This command will save the configuration
command being sent in memory. When sending
the command [EQ=10C4S], after reset or
power-up, the equalization level on C4 will be
set to 10.
15. [TEST]
This command performs a series of tests on the
internal memory. The system will display the
results and report any failures. If there are no
problems, the system will display the following:
MEMORY IS GOOD
Command Format: [TESTCn]
Cn = Card ID (n = slot # from 1 to max slots)
Example:
Test the internal memory of the MT103-123 in
slot 4 by sending the command [TESTC4].
16. [FBD]
This command turns feedback delay on or off
and is necessary when installing some newer
cards in older systems. If the system does not
receive all of the feedback from the card, the
card may be communicating too fast. This
command will slow down the card's
communication rate.
Command Format: [FBDmCn]
m = Delay (0= no delay, 1= delay 100mS)
Cn = Card ID (n = # from 1 to max slots)
Example:
The command [HELPC10] is sent to the card in
slot 10. Some of the HELP file is displayed on
the screen, but most is missing. Send the
command [FBD1] to slow down the rate at which
the card sends feedback to the system.
ID COMMANDS
The default card ID is the same as the card slot
number. The next several commands allow the
user to change the card ID to a value other than the
slot number. Once the ID is changed, moving the
card to another slot will not change the card ID. If a
card in slot 4 is set to ID 1, then moved to slot 10,
its ID will remain 1. The [RSI] command forces
each installed card to take its slot number as its ID
number, regardless of the slot in which it is
installed.
Some cards require more than one slot in the
MultiTasker system. As an example, some matrix
switcher cards require 4 slots. If 5 of these cards
are installed, they would be numbered C4, C8,
C12, C16, and C20. Changing the ID allows the
user to define the cards as C1, C2, C3, C4, and C5.
Another use for changing the card ID is to be able
to use multiple systems without having to set each
unit to a different unit ID. All systems may be left as
unit ID 0 for ease of programming. The cards in the
first unit may be numbered 1-10 and in the second
unit 11-20.
17. [RSI]
This command resets the card IDs in the
system. After sending this command, each card
ID in the system will match the slot number of
the card. If the card is moved to another slot, its
ID number will be the new slot number.
Command Format: [RSI]
Example:
Send the command [RSI] to the system with
Unit ID 0. The card in slot 1 will have ID 1, the
card in slot 2 will have ID 2, and so on. If the
card in slot 1 is then moved to slot 4, the card ID
will then be 4.
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18. [SIDn]
This command sets all the cards installed in the
MultiTasker system to the same card ID. After
sending this command, all cards will be
addressed with the same ID. Use caution when
sending this command to a system with multiple
board types.
Command Format: [SIDn]
n = Card ID (n = # from 1 to 99)
Example:
Send the command [SID1] to the system. All the
cards in the system now have ID 1. Any
commands that are sent to card ID 1 will be
received and executed by each card.
19. [SIDnCi]
This command sets the card ID of a single card
to a number from 1 to 99.
Command Format: [SIDnCi]
n = Card ID (n = # from 1 to 99)
Ci = Slot Number (i = # from 1 to max slots)
Example:
Send the command [SID50C10] to set the ID of
the card in slot 10 to an ID of 50.
20. [SID+]
This command sets the card ID of all the cards
in a system to their slot number plus the offset
value.
Example:
There are two 20-slot enclosures to be
connected together during normal operation.
The first unit will use the default IDs where the
card ID is equal to the slot number. The second
unit will have the same unit ID, but each card ID
will be offset by 20.
Connect the computer to the second unit only
and send the command [SID+20] to set the ID of
all the cards in the second enclosure to their slot
number plus 20. Reconnect both units to the
computer.
The cards in the first unit will be referenced as
card IDs 1-20 and the cards in the second unit
will be referenced by card IDs 21-40.
21. [RSN]
This command displays the slot number of a
card with a specified ID number. If more than
one card has the same ID, each slot number will
be displayed.
Command Format: [RSNCi]
Ci = Card ID (i = # from 1 to 99)
Example:
The card in slot 4 takes up four slots in the
enclosure. Its ID was set to 1 since it is the first
card installed in the system, reading from left to
right. Send the command [RSNC1] to find the
slot number of this card. The system responds
with the following feedback:
Command Format: [SID+n]
n = Offset amount (n = # from 0 to 99)
The maximum card ID is 99, so subtract
the highest slot number from 99 to find
the maximum offset. For example, in an
8-slot enclosure, the maximum offset
would be 91. The slot number (8) plus the
offset (91) equals 99.
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22. [HELP]
This command displays information available for
the MultiTasker interface commands.
Command Format: [HELPCn]
Cn = Card ID (n = # from 1 to max slots)
Example:
Display the RS-232 commands available for the
MT103-123 in slot 4 by sending [HELPC4]. The
commands along with a brief description will be
displayed in the Terminal Window.
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GROUP COMMANDS
Group commands allow several cards with the
same functions to be controlled simultaneously with
a single command. Up to 8 groups (G1-G8) may be
defined. These commands apply to all cards, not
only the MT103-123.
23. [WR]
This command adds cards to a group. In
MultiTasker systems with audio and video cards,
the groups are typically as follows:
Group 1 = Video Cards
Group 2 = Audio Cards
Group 3 = Video and Audio Cards
Command Format: [WRCn1Cn2…Gk]
Cn = Card ID (n = slot # from 1 to max slots)
Gk = Group ID (k = # from 1-8)
Example:
Add C2, C4, and C6 to G5 by sending the
command [WRC2C4C6G5]. After executing this
command, G5 will consist of C2, C4, and C6.
Now add C8 to G5 by sending [WRC8G5]. C8 is
added to G5, and G5 is not overwritten. View
the contents of G5 by sending [RDG5] and
receiving the following feedback:
[G5=C2C4C6C8]
24. [RMC]
This command removes one or more cards from
a group.
25. [RMG]
This command deletes one or all groups.
Command Format: [RMGk]
Gk = Group ID (k = # from 1-8, * for all)
Example:
Remove all cards from G52 by sending [RMG5].
The system will return the following feedback:
[G5=0]
Example 2:
Remove all cards from all groups, effectively
deleting all groups, by sending [RMG*]. The
system will return the following feedback:
G1-G8: EMPTY
26. [RD]
This command reads and then displays the
members in a group.
Command Format: [RDGk]
Gk = Group ID (k = # from 1-8)
Example:
C2, C4, and C6 make up G5. Read the member
data for G5 by sending the command [RDG5].
The system will return feedback as follows:
[G5=C2C4C6]
The feedback shows G5 and then the cards that
make up G5. In this case, G5 includes C2, C4,
and C6.
Command Format: [RMCn1Cn2…Gk]
Cn = Card ID (n= # from 1 to max slots)
Gk = Group ID (k = # from 1-8)
Example:
G5 consists of C2, C4, C6, and C8. Remove C6
and C8 by sending [RMC6C8G5]. View the
contents of G5 by sending [RDG5] and receiving
the following feedback:
[G5=C2C4]
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7.3 SUMMARY OF COMMANDS Card Commands
1) [VER] Display firmware revision
2) [C] Display card status
3) [CnS] Save card settings
4) [?] Display system cards
5) [?C] Display card information
6) [STA1] Enable auto feedback
7) [STA0] Disable auto feedback
8) [SIG] Input signal detect
9) [EQ] Display equalization value
10) [ + ] Increment
11) [ - ] Decrement
12) [EQ=] Set equalization value
13) [CLR] Reset card to defaults
14) […S] Save command configuration
7.4 MENU MODE
Menu Mode commands allow virtually the same
functionality as programming commands. Unlike
the programming commands in the previous
sections, menu commands prompt the user to
select from a list of available options. The system
then responds based upon selections made by the
user.
7.4.1 MENU COMMAND DEFINITIONS
Refer to section 7.2 for details on card functions
and examples. Following is a cross-reference of
menu mode sections versus programming
commands.
MENU COMMAND
Control [CLR]
Setup
Equalization [EQ], [+], [-]
15) [TEST] Test internal memory ICs
16) [FBD] Enable/disable feedback delay
17) [RSI] Reset Card IDs
18) [SIDn] Set all Card IDs
19) [SIDnCi] Set one Card ID
20) [SID+n] Set all Card IDs to an offset
21) [RSN] Display card slot number
22) [HELP] Display available commands
Group Commands
23) [WR] Group multiple cards
24) [RMC] Remove member(s) from group
25) [RMG] Delete group
26) [RD] Display group members
Status [VER], [C]
Help [HELP]
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7.4.2 USING MENU MODE
Do NOT press any keys except those relating to
the current menu. If you press the ENTER key
after entering a letter or digit, the original list of
systems will be displayed.
1. In order to enter Menu Mode, the system
needs to be connected to a computer
running RS-232 control software.
2. In the Terminal W indow, press the ENTER
key on the keyboard.
3. The system checks all MultiTaskers on the
RS-232 bus and displays a list of available
systems.
Example: 1: U1
2: U2
3: U3
4. Enter the ID number of the desired system.
In the example above, enter a “1” for the
MultiTasker with unit ID 1.
5. The system then interrogates all the cards
available in its enclosure and displays a list
of available cards.
Example: 01: MT103-121
02: MT103-122
04: MT103-123
6. Enter the 2-digit ID and a menu for the card
will be displayed. In the example above,
enter “04” for the MT103-123.
7.4.3 MENU TYPES
1. MAIN MENU
The first menu displayed after selecting the
card is the Main Menu. This menu provides
access to the key functions related to the
card. Press the key representing the menu
item for access and a sub-menu will appear.
2. SUB-MENUS
Each menu item will display either a
sub-menu, or a list of options. Press the key
corresponding to the desired choice.
7.4.4 MT103-123 MENUS
Following are the menus available to the
MT103-123. The first menu is the Main Menu
only. The second listing is an expanded view of
the card’s sub-menus.
The expanded menu contains values in
parentheses indicating the current setting or
value of the parameter. In some areas,
additional comments are provided for
clarification.
MT103-123 MAIN MENU
1: CONTROL
2: SETUP
3: STATUS
4: HELP
MT103-123 EXPANDED VIEW
7. The system will prompt for selections
specific to the selected card.
8. Read each menu carefully, and continue
selecting keys as prompted.
NOTE: Menus for data entry have two
prompts: “Key=” and “ESC” (escape). Press the
escape key to return to the previous menu.
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1. CONTROL:
1: CLEAR (Set to Defaults)
2. SETUP:
1: SET EQUALIZATION
3: STATUS
This selection displays the card status,
firmware version, and then redisplays the
Main Menu. It is equivalent to the [Cn] and
[VERCn] commands.
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4: HELP
This selection displays a list of commands
available for the MT103-123 along with a
brief description. It is equivalent to the
[HELP] command.
ESC
This selection returns you to the parent
menu with the listing of all cards.
7.4.5 MENU MODE EXAMPLES
All Menu Mode examples assume an
MT103-123 is installed in slot 4. Start by clicking
the mouse in the Terminal Window. Press
ENTER and a list of available cards will be
displayed.
NOTE: The communication software you use
may echo each character as it is typed
when entering numeric values (not
selecting menu items). For example,
entering a value of 03 may appear as
0033 on the screen.
1. Increase the equalization.
Follow the keystrokes below to increase the
level of equalization.
Enter List systems
1 List cards in U1
04 Select MT103-123 in slot 4
2 Select SETUP Menu
1 Select SET EQUALIZATION
1 INCREASE EQUALIZATION
2. Clear the card.
Starting from the Main Menu, select the
MT103-123 card and set it to the factory
defaults. Follow the keystrokes below.
1 Select CONTROL Menu
1 Select CLEAR
1 Select YES to clear the card
ESC Return to the Main Menu
3. Display card status.
Starting from the Main Menu, follow the
keystrokes below.
3 Display card status
NOTE: The status will be displayed, followed
by the Main Menu being redisplayed.
7.5 ADJUSTMENTS
The MT103-123 requires only one adjustment to be
made for optimal performance. That is for video
equalization for long cable lengths.
7.5.1 VIDEO EQUALIZATION
Video equalization is provided to fine-tune the
displayed image on the remote display. The
equalization adjustments on the
MT103-122 and MT103-123 work together for
maximum cable lengths. The equalization can
be adjusted either from the potentiometer
located on the card’s panel or through RS-232
control. See the INSTALLATION section for
details.
Repeat until desired equalization level
is obtained.
ESC Return to SETUP Menu
ESC Return to the Main Menu
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 8
We have carefully tested and have found no
problems in the supplied MT103-123. However, we
would like to offer suggestions for the following:
8.1 LED IS NOT RED
The LED should be on and red when power is
applied and there is no video signal present. If
the LED is on and green, the unit is receiving
power and a signal.
Cause 1: No power to the card.
Solution: Verify the enclosure has power and
that other cards in the enclosure
have power. If there is still no power,
see Cause 2.
Cause 2: Card is not plugged in all the way.
Solution: Push the card in all the way. If the
LED is still not on, see Cause 3.
Cause 3: Card cage slot has a problem.
Solution 1: Test the card in other slots of the
card cage. If the slot was damaged,
the card may work in other slots. If
the card works in other slots and the
LED lights, the problem is the card
cage slot. The card cage may
require service. Call ALTINEX at
(714) 990-2300. If the other slots do
not work and the LED is still not lit,
see Solution 2.
Solution 2: Take any other known good card
with an LED and verify that the slot
used is good by seeing if the other
card’s LED lights in that slot. If it
lights, then the original card may be
the source of the problem. Call
ALTINEX at (714) 990-2300.
8.2 LED IS NOT GREEN Cause 1: There is no power.
Solution: Disconnect the video input from the
MT103-123 and verify the LED is on
and red indicating power is present.
Reconnect the computer's video
output. If the LED is still not green
see Cause 2.
Cause 2: There is no Sync signal.
Solution: Verify the computer output is
operating correctly by connecting it
directly to a monitor. If the display is
good, call ALTINEX at
(714) 990-2300.
8.3 NO SOUND Cause 1: The source has a problem.
Solution: Check the source and make sure
that there is a signal present and all
source connections are correct. If
the source is working and there is
still no sound, see Cause 2.
Cause 2: Cable connections are incorrect.
Solution: Make sure that cables are properly
connected. Also, make sure that the
continuity and wiring are good. If
there is still no sound, see Cause 3.
Cause 3: The receiving device has a
problem.
Solution: Make sure the receiving device has
power and is turned on. If there is
still no sound, please call ALTINEX
at (714) 990-2300.
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8.4 NO REMOTE IMAGE Cause 1: The source has a problem.
Solution: Check the image on a local monitor
and verify the quality is good. If the
local image is good, see Cause 2.
Cause 2: Video equalization required.
Solution: Adjust the Video Equalization control
on the MT103-123. Long cable runs
may require adjustment on both the
MT103-122 and the MT103-123.
8.5 RECEIVING DISPLAY QUALITY IS POOR Cause 1: The source has a problem.
Solution: Check the source image on a local
monitor and verify the quality is
good. If the local image is good, see
Cause 2.
Cause 2: Video equalization required.
Solution: Adjust the Video Equalization control
on the MT103-123. Long cable runs
may require adjustment on both the
MT103-122 and the MT103-123. If
the image is still not correct, call
ALTINEX at (714) 990-2300.
ALTINEX POLICIES 9
9.1 LIMITED WARRANTY/RETURN POLICIES
Please see the ALTINEX website at
www.altinex.com for details on warranty and
return policies.
9.2 CONTACT INFORMATION ALTINEX, Inc.
592 Apollo Street
Brea, CA 92821 USA
TEL: 714 990-2300
TOLL FREE: 1-800-ALTINEX
WEB: www.altinex.com
E-MAIL: solutions@altinex.com
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