V-MATRIX
MANUAL PART NUMBER: 400-0168-001
VM2128ME
TM
V-MATRIX ENGINE
USER’S GUIDE
V-MATRIX
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS .............. 2
GENERAL......................................................... 2
INSTALLATION................................................. 2
RACK MOUNT INSTALLATION........................ 2
FCC / CE NOTICE............................................. 2
ABOUT YOUR
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...........................3
DESCRIPTION OF
MATRIX CONFIGURATION..............................4
INSTALLING YOUR
OPERATION ........................................................ 6
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ............................. 6
ALTINEX POLICY.................................................7
LIMITED WARRANTY....................................... 7
RETURN POLICY ............................................. 7
CONTACT INFORMATION............................... 7
This manual covers:
VM2128ME - Matrix Engine
VM2128ME
VM2128ME
VM2128ME
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PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS 1
Please read this manual carefully before using your
VM2128ME
handy for future reference. These safety
instructions are to ensure the long life of your
VM2128ME
and shock hazard. Please read them carefully and
heed all warnings.
1.1 GENERAL
Qualified ALTINEX service personnel, or their
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authorized representatives must perform all
service.
1.2 INSTALLATION
Make sure that the chassis is turned off before
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installation.
1.3 FCC NOTICE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
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Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interfer ence, and (2) this device must
accept any interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and f ound to
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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 harmf ul
interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the inter ference at his own
expense.
Any changes or modifications to the unit not
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expressly approved by ALTINEX, Inc. could
void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
V-Matrix™ Engine. Keep this manual
V-Matrix™ Engine and to prevent fire
ABOUT YOUR VM2128ME 2
The core of the V-Matrix is a patent-pending
component called the
Using a special three-dimensional board layout, the
Matrix Engine (
routing of signals internally. To build a matrix
configuration, the Engine is plugged into a Basic
Enclosure (VM2210BE), which is then populated
with input and output cards.
The cards can be designed to handle a wide array
of signal formats and connector types. Also, a
single Basic Enclosure can be populated with
mixed format cards. The V-Matrix System includes
both 8-input/output high-resolution video cards and
8-input/output balanced audio cards. Used tog et her
with the
Enclosure, these elements alone enable you to
design a huge number of configurations, with sizes
ranging from 8 x 8 to 128 x 128 (in increments of 8)
and signal formats that include RGBHV, RGBS,
RGsB, Component Video, S-Video, Composite
Video, Stereo Audio and Mono Audio.
The 8-input video cards provide built-in ground
loop isolation (GLI on Board™) throug h the use of
differential inputs. This is an extremely important
feature because it protects against hum bars and
other interference caused by ground loops, which
notoriously wreak havoc on large-scale matrix
systems. Both the input and output video cards
provide a bandwidth of 350 MHz @ –3dB, allowing
them to pass extremely high-resolution computer
video signals without signal degradation.
All input and output cards are “ hot-swappable” with
finger adjustable lock-down screws and secure,
positive engagement card-edge connections.
The modularity of the V-Matrix concept makes it
quick and easy to upgrade or repair. The Basic
Enclosure can be virtually stripped down to its bare
metal essentials and re-built with user-friendly
“pluggable” pieces without removing it from the
rack.
In fact, for mission critical applications, it is quite
feasible to keep a spare
available that can be swapped out through the front
VM2128ME
VM2128ME
VM2128ME
Matrix Engine and Basic
VM2128ME
Matrix Engine™.
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Matr ix En gi ne
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panel without ever removing the basic enclosure
from the rack or unplugging any of the cables
connected to the back panel. Even the dual AC
power supply is completely removable and
swappable.
The V-Matrix Basic Enclosure makes use of an
innovative cooling system with a chimney-like
design that maximizes even airflow through the
Matrix Engine and input/output cards. This ensures
that the system does not overheat, even in rigorous
environments.
Control of the system is m ade primarily via RS-232,
though the back panel also provides a 10 Base-T
connection for future network control capabilities.
Protocol for input/output selection is both powerful
and simple, involving basic, easy-to-understand
ASCII commands.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3
FEATURES/
DESCRIPTION
Width (enclosure) 16.3in (414mm)
Width (w/rack mount sides) 19.0in (483mm)
Height 17.3 in 439 mm
Depth 17.6 in 447 mm
Depth (w/front handles) 19.9 in (505 mm)
Weight 89 lb. (40 kg)
Material Al 0.1" and Steel
Finish Black
Front/Back Panels Al 0.1"/Steel 0.047"
T° Operating 10°C-40°C
T° Maximum 50°C
Humidity 0-45% non-condensed
MTBF (calc.) 40,000 hrs (min.)
Input Card Slots 16
Output Card Slots 16
RS-232 Inputs (2) 9-pin D Female
10 Base-T Network Input RJ-45 Female
Power
Power Consumption 300 watts max.
Convenience AC Outlets 3 (Edison Connectors)
Convenience AC Power 10Amp max
Table 1.
VM2128ME
VM2128ME
90-265V AC
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DESCRIPTION OF VM2128ME 4
The Matrix Engine handles routing of all signals internally. It can be removed from the enclosure by
unfastening the lock- down screws and pulling on the inside handles.
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INSTALLING YOUR VM2128ME 5
Step 1.
Step 2.
Step 3.
Step 4.
Attach the
using the lock-down screws to secure it
into place.
Connect the power entry connector of the
enclosure to the power outlet with the
power cord. The power supply will work
with voltages between 90V-265V.
Once the power is connected, power
LED's on the front panel will turn red
indicating that the unit is on. Gr een status
LED's indicate that the system is
operating properly. If the status LED is
blinking red, the unit is experiencing a
problem.
To remove the
enclosure, unfasten the lock-down scr ews
and pull on the inside handles.
VM2128ME
to the enclosure
VM2128ME
from the
OPERATION 6
The
successfully as long as the unit is installed pr operly
and other technical specifications are followed.
VM2128ME
Matrix Engine will operate
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 7
We have carefully tested and have found no
problems in the supplied
would like to offer sug gestions for the f ollowing
First, make sure that power is connected to the
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power-input connector and input power is within
the range of 90-265 VAC.
Make sure that t he chassis is turned off befor e
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installation.
Make sure that the
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attached to the enclosure.
If the LED' s are not lit, make sure that there is
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powered connected to the unit.
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VM2128ME
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is properly
Make sure that the cards being used are
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pushed in all the way into the enclosure.
If there is problem with the unit please call
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ALTINEX at (714) 990-2300.
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ALTINEX POLICY 8
8.1 LIMITED WARRANTY
ALTINEX warrants that its products and cables
are free from defects in materials under normal
use and service. This warranty is limited to
repairing at company’s factory any part or parts of
the product, which upon company’s examination
shall disclose to be, thus defective. Products
considered defective should be returned to
company with transportation charges pre-paid
within 2 years (90 days for cables) from date of
shipment to the purchaser. The warranty is
expressly instead of all other warranties
expressed or implied. ALTINEX neither assumes
nor authorizes any other person to assume for it
any other liability in connection with the sale of the
products. This warranty shall not apply to any
product that shall have been repaired or altered
outside of company’s factory in any way so as, in
its judgment, to affect its stability or reliability, or
that has been subject to misuse, negligence, or
accident.
If your product is out of warranty and needs
service, contact the ALTINEX Sales Department
for an RMA (Return Material Authorization).
Products returned without an RMA number may
experience a delay in service. The service
charges will be quoted to you before the actual
repairs are done.
8.3 CONTACT INFORMATION
ALTINEX, INC.
592 Apollo Street
Brea, CA 92821 USA
714-990-2300
TEL:
TOLL FREE:
www.altinex.com
WEB:
E-MAIL:
FAX:
714-990-3303
1-800-ALTINEX
solutions@altinex.com
8.2 RETURN POLICY
It is very important to ALTINEX that you receive
the products that you have ordered and that this
product meets your expectations. In the unlikely
event, that an ALTINEX product needs to be
returned please follow the policy below:
ALTINEX will accept product returns for a period
of 30 days from authorized ALTINEX dealers.
Products must be returned in an unopened
package.
If a product has been opened, the restock ing fees
will apply. For the restocking fee amount, please
contact an ALTINEX Sales Representat ive.
If the product is in your possession for more than
30 days, the restocking fees will apply.
ALTINEX will not accept any returns on cables or
custom products.
If your product is in warranty and needs service,
contact the ALTINEX Sales Department for an
RMA (Return Material Authorization). Products
returned without an RMA number may experience
a delay in service.
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