AMX MAX-CSD 10, MAX-CSE User Manual
Operation/Reference Guide
MAX-CSE/MAX-CSD10
MAX Video Encoder & Video Decoder
MAX by AMX
Last Revised: 6/19/2007
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
MAX-CSE Video Encoder ....................................................................................1
Overview .................................................................................................................. 1
MAX-CSE Product Specifications .............................................................................. 2
MAX-CSD10 Video Decoder ...............................................................................5
Overview .................................................................................................................. 5
MAX-CSD10 Product Specifications.......................................................................... 5
MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 Installation ..............................................................9
MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 Connections and Wiring................................................ 9
Port Assignments and Functionality ................................................................................ 9
Wiring Guidelines - Direct Power .................................................................................... 9
Wiring length guidelines ............................................................................................... 10
Preparing captive wires................................................................................................. 10
Wiring a power connection ........................................................................................... 10
Wiring Guidelines - Indirect Power (via PoE) ................................................................. 10
PoE - Special wiring instructions ................................................................................... 11
Wiring the MAX-CSE connectors and cables................................................................. 12
Ethernet/RJ-45 Port: Connections and Wiring .............................................................. 13
Power over Ethernet (PoE) wiring ................................................................................. 14
Ethernet LEDs ............................................................................................................... 14
DB9 Device Port: Connections and Wiring.................................................................... 14
IR/Serial Port: Connections and Wiring ......................................................................... 15
Input/Output (I/O) Port: Connections and Wiring ......................................................... 15
Wiring the MAX-CSD10 connectors and cables ...................................................... 16
Installing Into an Equipment Rack........................................................................... 17
MAX-CSE Web Interface ..................................................................................19
Overview ................................................................................................................ 19
Security Terms ........................................................................................................ 19
Default Security Configuration ............................................................................... 19
Communicating with the unit via the browser-based UI................................................ 20
Browser-based UI Application Overview ................................................................ 21
MAX-CSE User Interface Overview and Features ......................................................... 21
Administration Page ............................................................................................... 23
Changing the Program Description ............................................................................... 24
Upgrading New Firmware ............................................................................................. 25
Stream Profiles Page .............................................................................................. 26
Changing the Encoder Profile ....................................................................................... 31
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A/V Set up Page ..................................................................................................... 32
Changing Video and Audio Settings ............................................................................. 33
NetLinx Settings Page ............................................................................................ 33
Changing the NetLinx Master Connection .................................................................... 35
IP Settings Page...................................................................................................... 35
Changing the IP Settings ............................................................................................... 36
User Page ............................................................................................................... 37
Changing User Settings ................................................................................................. 38
MAX-CSD10 Web Interface ..............................................................................39
Communicating With The Unit Via the Browser-based UI ....................................... 41
Administration Page ............................................................................................... 41
Updating Firmware ....................................................................................................... 41
Stream Selector Page ............................................................................................. 42
Stream Set-up Page ................................................................................................ 43
Changing the stream configuration ............................................................................... 44
Setting up an SAP stream configuration ....................................................................... 44
Setting up an RTSP stream configuration ...................................................................... 44
Setting up a Manual stream configuration .................................................................... 45
Audio/Video Page................................................................................................... 46
NetLinx Page .......................................................................................................... 46
IP Settings Page...................................................................................................... 47
User Page ............................................................................................................... 48
Configuring Communication .............................................................................49
Reading the Front Panel LCD.................................................................................. 49
Configuring the MAX Communication Parameters ................................................. 50
Obtaining the unit’s initial DHCP Address..................................................................... 50
Communicating with the unit via the browser-based UI................................................ 50
Assigning a Static IP Address to the MAX-CSE via the browser-based UI..................... 51
Communicating with the Target Master via an IP ................................................... 52
Associating the MAX unit to a Target Master......................................................... 54
Associating a MAX-CSE to a Target Master .................................................................. 54
Changing the MAX’s Device Number ..................................................................... 56
Changing the MAX-CSE device number via the UI ........................................................ 56
Changing the MAX-CSE device number via Studio ....................................................... 56
Recommended NetLinx Device numbers....................................................................... 57
Using the ID button to change the MAX-CSE’s Device Value........................................ 57
Resetting a MAX-CSE or MAX-CSD10 Unit to a Factory Default State ......................... 58
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Configuration and Firmware Update ................................................................59
Before You Begin.................................................................................................... 59
MAX vs. NetLinx Master - Functional Overlap ........................................................ 59
Verifying the MAX’s current version of Firmware - via the UI ....................................... 59
Verifying the MAX’s current version of Firmware - via Studio ...................................... 60
Upgrading MAX Firmware...................................................................................... 60
Upgrading MAX-CSE Firmware - via the UI ................................................................... 60
Upgrading MAX-CSD10 Firmware - via the UI .............................................................. 61
Upgrading the MAX’s Firmware - via NetLinx Studio.................................................... 61
Displaying Stream Content ............................................................................... 63
Overview ................................................................................................................ 63
Requirements for Receiving Streamed Content...................................................... 63
Setting up a Modero Panel to Receive and Display a Stream................................. 64
Obtaining the IP Address of the target panel ............................................................... 64
Configuring the MAX-CSE for communication .............................................................. 65
Configuring the MAX-CSE audio/video inputs .............................................................. 67
Setting up a streaming page within TPDesign4 ............................................................ 68
Establishing the final connection between the two units .............................................. 70
Setting up a Computer to Receive and Display a Stream ....................................... 71
Obtaining the IP Address of the target computer ........................................................ 71
Configure the MAX-CSE for communication to a computer.......................................... 71
Establishing the final connection between the CSE and computer ............................... 72
NetLinx Programming ......................................................................................75
Device:Port:System (D:P:S) ..................................................................................... 75
Port Assignments.................................................................................................... 75
MAX-CSE: Streaming Commands (Port 1)............................................................... 76
MAX-CSD: Streaming Commands (Port 1) .............................................................. 83
RS-232/422/485 Send_Commands (Port 2)............................................................. 89
RS232/422/485 Ports Channels .............................................................................. 92
RS-232/422/485 Send_String Escape Sequences (Port 2) ....................................... 93
IR / Serial Ports Channels........................................................................................ 94
IR/Serial Port (Port 3) Commands ........................................................................... 94
I/O Port Commands (Port 4) ................................................................................. 100
IR RX Port Channels (Port 5) ................................................................................. 100
LCD Commands (Port 6) ....................................................................................... 101
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MAX-CSE Video Encoder
Overview
The MAX-CSE (Commercial Solutions Encoder) allows audio and video signals to be delivered in realtime across any IP network for broadcast to a virtually limitless number of destinations – classrooms,
boardrooms, training facilities, retail store branches, and other commercial settings. The MAX-CSE also
provides real-time encoding of both analog audio or video content into both MPEG-2 and MPEG-4
formats for delivery across these same IP networks directly to a MAX-CSD10 Decoder, Modero VGSeries Touch Panel, or computer (playback is enabled via a third-party streaming MPEG player).
The MAX Encoder features a rear Ethernet port which provides 10/100 Ethernet connectivity as well as
IEEE 802.3af Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) functionality. This feature enables DC power to be supplied to
this device over the unused pairs of wires on the connected Ethernet cable.
The following table gives a quick overview of this unit’s features.
MAX Encoder Features
Components:
Front Panel LCD Display
10/100 Ethernet Connectivity
On-Board Web Server
NetLinx Connectivity
RS-232/485/422 (Serial) Connectivity
IR Control
I/O Control (2 ports)
IR Receiver
NTSC / PAL Compatible
A/V Inputs:
Composite Video In
S-Video In
Microphone In
Stereo Audio In
MAX-CSE Video Encoder
MAX-CSE (FG2178-70)
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MAX-CSE Video Encoder
MAX-CSE Product Specifications
FIG. 1 shows the front and rear views of the MAX-CSE.
ID button
Composite IN
(BNC)
12 VDC
Power
Ethernet Speed and
Link Activity LEDs
FIG. 1 MAX-CSE Video Encoder (front and rear views)
Status LED
S-Video IN
Analog stereo audio
Ethernet
RS232/422/485
LCD Display IR Receiver
Microphone
IR/Serial port
port
(front)
Input/Output
port
(rear)
The following table outlines the specifications for the MAX-CSE Video Encoder.
MAX-CSE Specifications
Dimensions (HWD): 1.58" x 5.54" x 6.95" (4.01cm x 14.07cm x 17.65cm)
Power Requirements: • 500mA @ 12VDC (6W)
• Optional 12VDC power input overrides PoE when used.
• Power requirements are usage-dependent.
• Power Over Ethernet (PoE) is available.
• This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed external power supply
rated from 10 to 18 VDC, minimum 500 mA or equivalent.
Weight: • 2.02 lbs (0.92 kg)
Enclosure: • Metal with black matte finish
Certifications: • FCC Part 15, Class B, CE, and UL listed
Supported Transport Protocols: • RTP (MPEG-2/MPEG-4 Transport Stream)
• UDP (MPEG-2 Transport Stream)
Video Inputs: • Composite Video (via BNC).
• S-Video (via female S-Video connector)
Audio Inputs: • Analog Stereo RCA connectors
• Microphone (1/8” stereo)
Supported Resolutions: • NTSC (480i)
• PAL (576i)
Supported Video Codecs: • MPEG-2 (2 Mbps - 6 Mbps)
• MPEG-4 (500Kbps - 3 Mbps)
• Adjustable Bit Rate: up to 6 Mbps
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MAX-CSE Video Encoder
MAX-CSE Specifications (Cont.)
Supported Audio Codecs: • MPEG Audio Level 2 (MP2)
• MPEG Audio Level 3 (MP3)
Front Panel Components:
• ID pushbutton: Used to set the NetLinx ID (Device only) assignment and reset the unit to
factory defaults. Press and hold this button for at least 10 seconds to set
the unit back to its default settings.
• Status LED: Green LED provides an indication of both the system status and communi-
• LCD Display: Provides system information such as the currently used IP Address.
• IR Receiver: Receives 38KHz AMX IR codes.
Rear Panel Connectors:
• COMPOSITE IN: BNC connector (female) supports Composite Video Input (NTSC/PAL).
• 12VDC PWR: 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix (male) captive-wire connector for power from
• S-VIDEO IN: Mini-Din4 port for composite S-Video input.
• ETHERNET 10/100: RJ-45 port provides 10/100 Mbps network communication and POE. LEDs
• AUDIO R/L: • Two RCA connectors support line-level stereo input for analog stereo
• RS-232/422/485: 9-pin (DB9) port supports RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 data output including:
• MIC: 1/8” mini-stereo input jack.
• IR/Serial: 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix (male) captive-wire connector provides
cation status with the target Master.
1 blink every 5 seconds indicates there is currently active communication
between the CSE and a target Master.
an optional 12 VDC-compliant power supply (overrides POE).
show communication activity, connection status, speeds, and mode information:
• SPD (speed) - Yellow LED lights On when the connection speed is 100
Mbps and turns Off when the speed is 10 Mbps.
• L/A (link/activity) - Green LED lights On when the Ethernet cables are
connected/terminated correctly, and then blinks when receiving Ethernet
data packets.
This port automatically negotiates the connection speed (10 Mbps or 100
Mbps), and whether to use half or full duplex mode.
signals.
300, 600, 1,200, 2,400, 4,800, 9,600, 19,200, 38,400, and 115,200 Baud
rates
• 8 or 9 Data bits
• 1 or 2 Stop bits
• Even, Odd, Mark, Space, and None parity settings
• CTS and RTS handshaking
• XON/XOFF handshaking
IR/Serial control output by generating IR with the use of an IR Emitter
(while in IR mode).
This port supports high-frequency carriers of up to 1.142 MHz and can
also generate IR with no carrier frequency.
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MAX-CSE Video Encoder
MAX-CSE Specifications (Cont.)
Rear Panel Connectors (Cont.):
• I/O: Two digital 4-channel binary I/O ports for contact closure (accepts a 4-pin
Operating / Storage
Environment:
Included Accessories: • 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix female PWR connector (41-5025)
Other AMX Equipment: • AC-RK Accessory Rack Kit (FG515)
3.5mm mini-Phoenix captive-wire connector). Each input is capable of
voltage sensing. Input format is software selectable with interactive power
sensing for IR ports.
• Operating Temperature: 0° to 45° C (32° to 113° F)
• Storage Temperature: -30º to 70º C (-22º to 158° F)
• Operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 85% (non-condensing)
• Operation intended for indoor use only.
• 4-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix female I/O connector (41-5047)
• BNC to RCA Adapter (41-1074)
• CC-NIRC IR Emitter cable
• MAX-CSE Quick Start Guide
• CSB Cable Support Bracket (FG517)
• PMB Pole Mount Bracket (FG531)
• STS, Serial To Screw Terminal (FG959)
• Surface Mount Bracket Accessory (FG525)
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MAX-CSD10 Video Decoder
Overview
The MAX-CSD10 is engineered to provide real-time decoding of streamed digital video content out as
Composite and S-Video signals for distribution onto external display devices such as a television, plasma
screen, and projector, and MPEG-streaming capable devices such as AMX Modero Touch Panels.
The rear Ethernet port supports IEEE 802.3af Power-over-Ethernet (POE) which enables DC power to be
supplied to this device over the unused pairs of wires on the connected Ethernet cable.
MAX Decoder Features
MAX-CSD10 (FG2178-72)
Components:
Front Panel LCD Display
10/100 Ethernet Connectivity
On-Board Web Server
NetLinx Connectivity
RS-232/485/422 (Serial) Connectivity
IR Control
I/O Control (2 ports)
IR Receiver
NTSC / PAL Compatible
A/V Outputs:
Composite Video Out
S-Video Out
Analog Stereo Audio Out
MAX-CSD10 Video Decoder
MAX-CSD10 Product Specifications
FIG. 2 shows the front and rear views of the MAX-CSD10 unit.
ID button
Composite
OUT
(BNC)
12 VDC
Power
Ethernet Speed and
Link Activity LEDs
FIG. 2 MAX-CSD10 Video Decoder (front and rear views)
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Status LED
S-Video OUT
Analog stereo audio
Ethernet
RS232/422/485
LCD Display
LCD Display IR Receiver
Input/Output
port
IR/Serial port
(front)
port
(rear)
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MAX-CSD10 Video Decoder
The following table outlines the specifications for the MAX-CSD10 Video Decoder.
MAX-CSD10 (FG2178-72) Specifications
Dimensions (HWD): 1.58" x 5.54" x 6.95" (4.01 cm x 14.07 cm x 17.65 cm)
Power Requirements: • 500mA @ 12VDC (6W)
Weight: 2.02 lbs (0.92 kg)
Enclosure: Metal with black matte finish
Certifications: FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, and UL listed
Video Outputs: Composite Video (via BNC)
Audio Outputs: Analog Stereo (RCA connectors - Red/White)
Supported Resolutions: • NTSC (480i)
Supported Video Codecs: • MPEG2 (2 Mbps - 6 Mbps)
Supported Audio Codecs: • MPEG Audio Level 2 (MP2)
Front Panel Components:
• ID Pushbutton: Used to both set the NetLinx ID (Device only) assignment and reset the unit
• Status LED: Green LED blinks to indicate both the system and communication status with
• LCD Display: Provides system information such as the currently used IP Address.
• IR Receiver: • Receives 38KHz AMX IR codes.
Rear Panel Connectors:
• S-VIDEO OUT: Mini-Din4 port for composite S-Video output.
• ETHERNET 10/100: Single RJ-45 port provides 10/100 Mbps network communication and
• AUDIO R/L: Two RCA connectors (Red and White) support line-level stereo output for ana-
• 12VDC PWR: Single 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix (male) captive-wire connector from an
• COMPOSITE OUT: Composite Video Output (NTSC or PAL) via a female BNC connector.
• IR/Serial: Single 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix (male) captive-wire connector is used for IR/
• Power Over Ethernet (
• Optional 12VDC power input overrides
POE) is available.
POE when used.
• Power requirements are usage dependant.
• This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed external power supply
rated from 10 to 18 VDC, minimum 500 mA or equivalent.
S-Video (via standard female S-Video connector)
• PAL (576i)
• MPEG4 (500Kbps - 3 Mbps)
• MPEG Audio Level 3 (MP3)
• AAC
back to its factory defaults.
the target Master.
LEDs show communication activity, connections, speeds, and mode informa-
POE.
tion.
log stereo signals.
optional 12 VDC power supply (overrides
POE).
Serial control output by generating IR with the use of an IR emitter (while in IR
mode).
This port can support high-frequency carriers of up to 1.142 MHz and can also
generate IR with no carrier frequency.
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MAX-CSD10 Video Decoder
MAX-CSD10 Specifications (Cont.)
• RS-232/422/485: Single 9-pin (DB9) port supports RS-232/422/485 data output including:
• 300, 600, 1,200, 2,400, 4,800, 9,600, 19,200, 38,400, and 115,200 Baud
rates
• 7 or 8 Data bits
• 1 or 2 Stop bits
• Even, Odd, Mark, Space, and None parity settings
• CTS and RTS handshaking
• XON/XOFF handshaking
• I/O: Two digital binary Input/Output ports for contact closure (accepts a 4-pin
Operating/Storage
Environment:
Included Accessories: 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix female PWR connector
Other AMX Equipment: AC-RK Accessory Rack Kit (FG515)
3.5mm mini-Phoenix (male) captive-wire connector). Each input is capable of
voltage sensing. Input format is software selectable with interactive power
sensing for IR ports.
Operating Temperature: 0° to 45° C (32° to 113° F)
Storage Temperature: -30º to 70º C (-22º to 158° F)
Operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 85% (non-condensing)
Operation intended for indoor use only.
4-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix female I/O connector
Audio Stereo Cable (Red/White RCA)
BNC to RCA Adapter
CC-NIRC IR Emitter cable
MAX-CSD10 Quick Start Guide
CSB Cable Support Bracket (FG517)
PMB Pole Mount Bracket (FG531)
STS, Serial To Screw Terminal (FG959)
Surface Mount Bracket Accessory (FG525)
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MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 Installation
MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 Installation
MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 Connections and Wiring
The MAX CSE and MAX-CSD10 are configured to be used as standalone units
running on a network capable of supporting the up to a 6Mbps data rate. It is
recommended that you set up the unit locally prior to installing it within an AC-RK
19-inch rack unit, as described on page 17.
Port Assignments and Functionality
The rear Port Assignments are as follows:
MAX-CSE Port Assignments
Description ICSP Port #
Video Encoder 1
RS-232/422/485 (DB9) Serial Port 2
IR/Serial Port 3
I/O Port 4
IR RX Port 5
LCD Display 6
MAX-CSD10 Port Assignments
Description ICSP Port #
Video Decoder 1
RS-232/422/485 (DB9) Serial Port 2
IR/Serial Port 3
I/O Port 4
IR RX Port 5
LCD Display 6
Wiring Guidelines - Direct Power
The MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 units require the use of either an external 12 VDC-compliant power
supply or an 802.3af-compliant device to provide DC power. Power can be fed to the unit through either
the rear 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix PWR connector or the rear Ethernet connector (PoE).
Use the power requirements from the Specifications table on page 2 to determine the unit’s power draw.
This unit should only have one source of incoming power.
Although the unit can be connected to two separate power sources, the
12 VDC-compliant power input overrides the PoE. Refer to the Wiring Guidelines Indirect Power (via PoE) section on page 10 for specific PoE wiring procedures and
restrictions.
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MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 Installation
Wiring length guidelines
Refer to the following table for the wiring length information related to the target MAX unit:
MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 @ 500 mA
Wire size Maximum wiring length
18 AWG 216.76 feet (66.07 meters)
20 AWG 137.61 feet (41.94 meters)
22 AWG 88.78 feet (27.06 meters)
24 AWG 54.15 feet (16.50 meters)
Preparing captive wires
You will need a wire stripper and flat-blade screwdriver to prepare and connect the captive wires.
Never pre-tin wires for compression-type connections.
1. Strip 0.25 inch (6.35mm) of insulation off all wires.
2. Insert each wire into the appropriate opening on the connector (according to the wiring diagrams
and connector types described in this section).
3. Tighten the screws to secure the wire in the connector. Do not tighten the screws excessively, as
doing so may strip the threads and damage the connector.
Wiring a power connection
To use the 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix connector with a 12 VDC-compliant power supply, the incoming
PWR and GND cables from the external source must be connected to their corresponding locations on
the connector (FIG. 3).
PWR +
GND -
To the rear of the MAX unit
FIG. 3 2-pin mini-Phoenix connector wiring diagram (direct power)
Power Supply
Wiring Guidelines - Indirect Power (via PoE)
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) can be used to indirectly provide DC power to this 802.3af-compliant device
via the unused wire pairs in the UTP or STP Ethernet cable (RJ-45 pins 4, 5, 7, and 8). PoE power is
overridden if a direct power feed (via the rear 2-pin PWR connector) is detected.
Any 802.3af-compliant PoE switch (such as the NXA-ENET24 PoE) can automatically detect the MAX
device by its authenticated PoE signature and sense its required load before applying power to the PoE
Ethernet port on a target device.
PoE connections work with all existing Category (CAT) 3, 4, 5, 5e or 6 network
cabling (including patch cables and patch-panels, outlets, and other connecting
hardware) without requiring modification.
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PoE - Special wiring instructions
Before beginning the connection from the PoE switch to the target MAX unit, follow these instructions
carefully:
When using PoE, you must FIRST ground the unit to provide ESD protection.
Refer to the procedures outlined within the previous Preparing captive wires section on
page 10.
Install a single wire into the (-) GND side of the rear green 2-pin mini-Phoenix connector
(FIG. 4).
Connect this wire to a grounded source (FIG. 4). This GND wire provides the necessary ESD
protection to the unit. Only after this step has been completed can you continue on to the
wiring of the PoE connection.
The length of the GND wire should not exceed 6 feet (1.83 meters).
Pre-configure the 802.3af-compliant PoE switch (such as the NXA-ENET24 PoE) and prepare
it for power transmission to the target MAX unit. Refer to the PoE’s product documentation
for more details.
R
MAX-
MAX-CSE
E
A
R
802.3af-compliant
PoE switch
E
EthernetPWR
PWR +
GND -
FIG. 4 ESD grounding and PoE connection of a MAX unit
Connect a CAT5/CAT6 Ethernet cable from the RJ-45 PoE connector on the PoE switch to the
Grounded Metal
plate or object
rear RJ-45 (Ethernet) connector on the target MAX unit (FIG. 4).
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Wiring the MAX-CSE connectors and cables
The rear connectors on the MAX-CSE (FIG. 5) are used to input external multimedia signals and then
stream them to the network/web. This stream can be displayed through either a MAX-CSD10 Decoder,
VG-Series Modero Touch Panel or through a third-party player such as VLC
®
.
COMPOSITE IN (BNC)
S-VIDEO IN (MiniDin4)
12 VDC power
supply
Outbound Audio/Video/Data (RJ-45)
Ethernet - Data (RJ-45)
Right Audio Channel IN
Left Audio Channel IN
Microphone IN
FIG. 5 MAX-CSE connector wiring diagram
or
RS232/422/485
IR/Serial
I/O
F
R
O
N
T
MAX-CSE
Encoder
Box
R
E
A
R
The rear-panel wiring connections are described below (from left to right):
• COMPOSITE IN: Uses a BNC connector to feed a Composite video signal in from an
outside video source and then out to an external streaming media
display or device via the Ethernet port.
The BNC connector can be modified to receive signals from an RCA
connector by using the included BNC to RCA Adapter (41-1074).
This signal can also be fed from a DB15 connector by using an
optional NXA-RGBCBL (15-pin to 5X BNC) RGB Breakout cable
(FG2250-80).
Note: Although the MAX-CSE can accept either a Composite or
S-Video input signal type. If both signal types are detected, the unit (in
its default state) will use the Composite signal. This selection can be
later changed by the user via the A/V Setup UI page.
• S-VIDEO IN: Uses a female S-Video connector to feed a video signal in from an
•PWR 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector connects to a direct
external video source and then out to an external streaming media
display or device via the rear Ethernet port.
Note: Although the MAX-CSE can accept either a Composite or
S-Video input signal type. If both signal types are detected, the unit (in
its default state) will use the Composite signal. This selection can be
later changed by the user via the A/V Setup UI page.
12 VDC-compatible power supply.
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•ETHERNET: RJ-45 connector routes streamed Audio/Video and Data out to an
• AUDIO IN: Stereo line-level input via two rear RCA connectors (R/L).
• MIC IN: Stereo line-level input via a rear 1/8” mini-stereo jack.
•IR: 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector accepts a single IR Emitter
• I/O: 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix connector allows for the connection of up
external device capable of receiving the streamed media content
(including a MAX-CSD10, VG-Series touch panel, or computer).
The Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) feature of the Ethernet port can be
used to provide indirect DC power to this 802.3af-compliant device
over the unused wire pairs in the UTP or STP Ethernet cable
(RJ-45 pins 4, 5, 7, and 8).
(CC-NIRC) and can connect one IR- or Serial-controllable device.
to two devices. The I/O port responds to either switch closures,
voltage level (high/low) changes, or can be used for logic-level
outputs. When used for outputs, the I/O port acts as a switch to GND.
Ethernet/RJ-45 Port: Connections and Wiring
The following table lists the pinouts, signals, and pairing for the Ethernet connector.
Ethernet RJ-45 Pinouts and Signals
Pin Signals ConnectionsPairing Color
1 TX + 1 --------- 1 1 --------- 2 Orange-White
2 TX - 2 --------- 2 Orange
3 RX + 3 --------- 3 3 --------- 6 Green-White
4 no connection 4 --------- 4 Blue
5 no connection 5 --------- 5 Blue-White
6 RX - 6 --------- 6 Green
7 no connection 7 --------- 7 Brown-White
8 no connection 8 --------- 8 Brown
FIG. 6 diagrams the RJ-45 pinouts and signals for the Ethernet RJ-45 connector and cable.
RJ-45 wiring diagram
FIG. 6
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Power over Ethernet (PoE) wiring
PoE can be used to indirectly provide DC power to this 802.3af-compliant device via the unused wire
pairs in the UTP or STP Ethernet cable (RJ-45 pins 4, 5, 7, and 8).
PoE power is overridden if a direct power feed (via the rear 2-pin PWR connector) is detected.
Any 802.3af-compliant PoE switch (such as the NXA-ENET24 PoE) can automatically detect the MAX
device by its authenticated PoE signature and sense its required load before applying power to the PoE
Ethernet port on a target device.
Ethernet LEDs
MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 units use a standard CAT5 Ethernet cable to provide 10/100 network
connectivity to the network. LEDs indicate communication activity, connection status, speeds, and mode
information as described in FIG. 7.
SPD
- Speed LED lights (yellow) when
the connection speed is 100 Mbps
and turns Off when the speed
L/A
- Link/Activity LED lights
(green) when the Ethernet
cables are connected and
is 10 Mbps.
terminated correctly.
SPD
L/A
ETHERNET 10/100
FIG. 7 Ethernet LEDs
DB9 Device Port: Connections and Wiring
FIG. 8 shows the connector pinouts for the rear RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 (DB9) Device Port on both the
MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 units. This port supports most standard RS-232 communication protocols
for data transmission.
DB9 Device Port pinouts (male connector)
5
4
3
2
1
Male
FIG. 8 RS-232/422/485 DB9 (male) connector pinouts for the rear Device Port
9
8
7
6
RS-232
Pin 2: RX signal
Pin 3: TX signal
Pin 5: GND
Pin 7: RTS
Pin 8: CTS
RS-422
Pin 1: RX Pin 4: TX +
Pin 5: GND
Pin 6: RX +
Pin 9: TX -
RS-485
Pin 1: A (strap to 9)
Pin 4: B (strap to 6)
Pin 5: GND
Pin 6: B (strap to 4)
Pin 9: A (strap to 1)
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The DB9 Device Port connector supports RS-232 communication protocols for PC data transmission.
This table’s wiring specifications are applicable to the rear RS-232/422/485 Device Port connectors on
the MAX-CSE.
RS-232/422/485 Device Port Wiring Specifications
Pin Signal Function RS-232 RS-422 RS-485
1 RX- Receive data X X (strap to pin 9)
2 RXD Receive data X
3 TXD Transmit data X
4 TX+ Transmit data X X (strap to pin 6)
5 GND Signal ground X X
6 RX+ Receive data X X (strap to pin 4)
7 RTS Request to send X
8 CTS Clear to send X
9 TX- Transmit data X X (strap to pin 1)
IR/Serial Port: Connections and Wiring
You can connect one IR- or Serial-controllable device to the IR/Serial connector on the rear of the MAXCSE and MAX-CSD10 units.
This connector (FIG. 9) accepts the included IR Emitter (CC-NIRC) that mounts onto the device's IR
window, or an optional mini-plug (CC-NSER) that connects to the device's control jack. You can also
connect a data 0 - 5 VDC device.
Signal: Function:
GND (-) Signal GND
Signal (+) IR/SERIAL data
IR
IR/SERIAL connector
FIG. 9
Input/Output (I/O) Port: Connections and Wiring
The I/O port responds to either switch closures, voltage level (high/low) changes, or it can be used for
logic-level outputs. You can connect up to two devices each on MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 units.
I/O
I/O
+12V
I/O
FIG. 10 INPUT/OUTPUT connector
A contact closure between the GND and an I/O port is detected as a Push.
When used for voltage inputs, the I/O port detects a low (0 - 1.5 VDC) as a Push, and a high
(2.0 - 3.3 VDC) signal as a Release (this IO port uses 3.3V logic but can handle up to 5V
without harm).
GND
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When used for outputs, the I/O port acts as a switch to GND and is rated at 200 mA @
12 VDC. This device can utilize up to 2 I/O ports (see table below).
The PWR pin provides +12 VDC @ 200 mA and is designed as a power output for the PCS2
or VSS2 (or equivalent).
The GND connector is a common ground and is shared by all I/O ports. A common ground is
shared with I/O ports 1 & 2 (see table below)
I/O Port Wiring Specifications
Pin Signal Function
1 GND Signal GND
2 I/O 1 Input/Output
3 I/O 2 Input/Output
4 12 VDC PWR
Wiring the MAX-CSD10 connectors and cables
The rear connectors on the MAX-CSD10 are used to take an incoming media stream and then output it
as an RGB video signal (with audio). FIG. 11 shows a sample wiring configuration where a MAXCSD10 receives a video stream from a remote MAX-CSE and then distributing the content to its
connected media device.
S-Video or COMP Video In
Outbound Audio/Video/Data
via Ethernet
MAX-CSD10
Video Decoder
Inbound
Audio/Video/Data
via Ethernet (RJ-45)
(DVD, VCR, etc.)
Audio In
(Stereo RCA)
MAX-CSE
Video Encoder
Audio In
(Stereo RCA)
Red - Right Channel
White - Left Channel
MAX-CSD10
Video Decoder
or
(S-Video)
or
(S-Video)
(BNC)
RGB Video Out
(to target device)
(BNC)
Power
supply
Direct PWR
Connection
Power
supply
Direct PWR
Connection
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FIG. 11
The BNC connector can be adapted
to use an RCA plug by using the
INCLUDED BNC to RCA Adapter.
Sample wiring configuration using a CSD10 and a target device
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MAX-CSE and MAX-CSD10 Installation
Installing Into an Equipment Rack
Both the MAX-CSE Encoder and the MAX-CSD10 Decoder are designed to be tabletop units, but they
may also be fitted for use into equipment racks. Should you choose to do so, use the optional AC-RK
Accessory Rack Kit (FG515) to mount the MAX unit into a standard 19-inch equipment rack.
1. Discharge the static electricity from your body by touching a grounded object.
2. Align the front of the MAX unit through any of the three rectangular openings on the AC-RK.
3. Use the included mounting screws to secure the MAX unit’s faceplate to the AC-RK.
4. Thread the cables through the opening in the equipment rack. Allow for enough slack in the cables
to accommodate for movement during the installation process.
5. Reconnect all cables to their source/terminal locations.
Verify that the terminal end of the power cable is not connected to the a power supply before
plugging in the 2-pin power connector.
If using indirect PoE to feed power into the unit, verify that the terminal end of the RJ-45 is
not connected to an 802.3af-compliant PoE switch.
To prevent repetition of the installation, test the incoming wiring by connecting the
MAX’s connectors to their terminal locations and applying power. Verify that the unit
is receiving power and functioning properly. Disconnect the terminal end of either the
power cable from the connected 12 VDC-compliant power supply or Ethernet
connector from the PoE switch.
6. Align the ends of the AC-RK with the screw openings along the sides of the equipment rack.
7. Secure the AC-RK to the rack by using the four #10-32 screws (80-0186) and four #10 washers (80-
0342) supplied in the kit.
8. Verify the terminal audio/video source is properly configured and connected properly.
9. Apply power to the unit to complete the installation process.
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MAX-CSE Web Interface
Overview
The MAX-CSE and the MAX-CSD10 incorporate built-in security verification capabilities. By using a
secured HTTP access, both devices provide users with a convenient browser-based method for securing
each MAX unit, and a means of configuring the parameters of the outgoing A/V stream.
The browser-based User Interface (UI), used to set up the MAX unit’s configuration parameters, also
enables an authorized user to configure either their own Username/Password, or utilize the factory
default login profile. This layer of security uses an on-screen HTTP Login dialog which requires a user
to provide a correct Username/Password before gaining access to the MAX unit’s UI pages.
Although initially, the factory default login profile must be used to gain access to the UI pages, a custom
profile can later be created via the on-screen User page (see the User Page section on page 37).
Security Terms
The following table lists some commonly used Security terms:
Security Terms
User A user is a single potential client of the MAX unit or NetLinx Master.
Administrator An administrator has privileges to modify existing access rights and unit
parameters. For the purposes of the MAX units, both the Administrator and
User have the same level of rights once they gain access to the UI pages.
Username A username is a valid character string (4 - 27 alpha-numeric characters) used
to both define a valid user and establish a Login profile. This string is case
sensitive and each username must be unique.
Password A password is a valid character string (4 - 27 alpha-numeric characters) used
to supplement the username in defining a valid Login profile. This string is also
case sensitive.
Access Rights Every MAX unit has an associated security profile which is necessary to grant
a user sufficient access privileges to the browser-based UI pages and therein,
the ability to delete or modify a particular parameter.
MAX-CSE Web Interface
Characters such as # (pound) & (ampersand) and ’ " (single and double quotes) are
invalid and should not be used in usernames or passwords.
Default Security Configuration
The Username/Password fields have been pre-populated with Admin/1988 as the factory default
security login entries.
MAX units are shipped in a secured configuration which requires the user to enter a username
and password into the on-screen security dialog before gaining access to the UI pages. This
information can later be changed.
If attempting to access the UI, the users are prompted to log into the MAX unit via the on-screen Enter
Network Password security dialog (FIG. 12). After the user’s information and rights are confirmed, the
login process is completed and the user is then granted access to the UI pages.
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FIG. 12 Enter Network Password security dialog
There is no limit to the number of concurrent logins allowed on the target MAX unit. By default, the
MAX unit is shipped with the following account and access rights:
Default Security Configuration (case-sensitive)
Administrator account:
Username: Admin
Password: 1988
Rights: All
Save login profile
selection box
Although the Administrator account can be modified numerous times to alter the username
and password required for access, only one login profile can exist on the MAX unit at any
given time. The privileges for that single account will always be that of an Administrator.
All login profiles (with associated Username and Pas sw ord) are each required to have a
minimum of four characters and a maximum of 27 characters.
Characters such as # (pound) & (ampersand) and ’ " (single and double quotes) are
invalid and should not be used in usernames, group names, or passwords.
Communicating with the unit via the browser-based UI
Launch your web browser.
1.
2. Enter the IP Address of the target unit (as seen on the unit’s LCD display) into the web browser’s
Address field (FIG. 12).
3. Press the Enter key on your keyboard to initiate communication with the MAX unit and launch the
initial on-screen security dialog (FIG. 12).
The MAX unit is shipped in a secured configuration which requires the user to enter a
username and password into the on-screen security dialog before gaining access to the UI
pages.
4. Enter the words administrator and password into the corresponding User Name/Password fields.
This is the factory default security login information. This information can later be changed.
5. Click OK to enter the information and proceed to the first UI page.
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Browser-based UI Application Overview
The UI web page (FIG. 13) can be divided into separate sections or frames, some of which are
independent of the current selection and can both display their own information and contain their own
functionality. The first page displayed upon login is the Administration page, but any page within the UI
may be reached via the Navigation frame.
Stop the media stream
Log out of the web portal
Name of the currently active page
Current status of media stream
Navigation Bar
FIG. 13 Browser Application frames for the MAX-CSE (showing the initial screen)
MAX-CSE User Interface Overview and Features
User Interface Features
Feature Description
Navigation Bar: Use the Navigation Bar to access the different configuration pages found within
the UI. Since this frame is static, it appears on-screen no matter what page is
currently active. Each of the buttons in the Navigation Bar are described below:
• Admin This button launches the Administration page, which displays an overview of the
MAX firmware and project information.
• Stream Set-Up This button launches the Stream Profiles page, which provides the user with the
ability either to choose from a list of Audio/Video encoding presets or to develop
a custom setting.
• Audio Video This button launches the A/V Setup page, which provides the user with the ability to select the source of the incoming video signal (from either the rear Composite or S-Video port), the format of the incoming video (NTSC/PAL), and the
microphone gain level given to the incoming audio signal.
• NetLinx This button launches the NetLinx Settings page, which provides the user with
the ability to enter the communication parameters necessary to connect a MAXCSE with a target Master.
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Administration Page Features (Cont.)
Feature Description
• IP Settings This button launches the IP Settings page, which provides the user with the abil-
• User This button launches the User page, which provides the user with the ability to
Stream Status: Located on the lower-left side of the browser window, this static frame allows a
• Play/Stop There are two buttons which reflect the condition of the outgoing media content:
• Status Indicates the status of the outgoing stream.
• Video Sync Indicates whether the unit is detecting an incoming A/V signal through its rear
• Refresh This button causes the unit to re-verify the condition/state of both the stream
• Mic Off Click to toggle the audio state of the incoming microphone signal between active
ity to assign the method of communication used by the target MAX unit, along
with its associated IP parameters.
alter the current Username/Password information required to gain entry to the
UI pages and make modifications.
user to not only Start and Stop an encoding stream, but also view whether the
MAX-CSE is detecting an A/V signal.
Since this frame is static, it appears on-screen no matter what page is currently
active. This frame can be very useful for a remote administrator when trying to
troubleshooting most streaming issues.
• Play begins to sync-up the media signals and then stream them out from the
device.
- This play state is shown as active when both the Stop button is displayed
and the green Streaming message is displayed within the Status field.
- No changes can be made to both the communication parameters and
stream profiles while the unit is in this mode.
• Stop halts the outgoing media stream from the device.
- This stop state is shown as active when both the Play button is displayed
and the blue Idle message is displayed within the Status field.
- Changes can be made to both the communication parameters and stream
profiles while the unit is in this mode.
• Streaming indicates that the Play button has been activated and the process
of converting A/V content into an outgoing media stream has begun.
Streaming does not require that content be provided to the unit, it is only the
conversion process which has been initiated. This is why it is important to
make sure that the unit is also detecting an incoming A/V feed.
• Idle indicates that the Stop button has been activated and the stream process
has been halted.
connectors.
• SYNC indicates that the incoming A/V signals have been detected and then
synchronized prior to being streamed out from the MAX-CSE.
• LOS (Loss Of Signal) indicates there is no incoming signal being detected by
the unit and therefore, the outgoing stream contains no data. Remember, a
stream can be initiated and maintained without there being any signal fed into
the unit. It is important to verify the status of the incoming signal.
Status and Video Sync.
If you have already initiated a stream and get a LOS message, you can try to
correct the problem and click the Refresh button to try and verify the condition
of the incoming A/V signal without needing to Stop the stream process.
and muted.
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Administration Page
The Administration page (FIG. 14) is the first page displayed in the Active frame after a successful login.
It can also be accessed by clicking on the Admin button in the Navigation Bar.
This page displays an overview of the MAX firmware and project information. Also provides the user
with the ability to both start/stop the outgoing A/V stream from the CSE and directly upload firmware to
the target MAX unit without having to use NetLinx Studio.
FIG. 14 Administration page
The following table lists the features on the Administration page, that an administrator or other
authorized user can configure.
Administration Page
Feature Description
Resources: Displays the version of the currently installed product firmware in a major.minor.micro
format. This field is read-only.
Note: The displayed firmware is the same as version displayed adjacent to the MAX
entry within NetLinx Studio’s Online Tree tab.
Program Description: This section allows the user/administrator to enter descriptions for the currently
• Program Name A unique title associated to the currently streamed media. This title should be some-
• Program Description A unique description of the currently streamed content. This should be a brief descrip-
streamed content.
thing recognizable to both the administrator and the target audience.
• This string must be 1 - 20 alpha-numeric characters.
•Example: Computer Course.
tion of the specific content. Do not confuse this entry with a media category.
• This string must be 1 - 31 alpha-numeric characters.
•Example: Session 1 - Internet.
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Administration Page Features (Cont.)
Feature Description
• Information URL A unique web address identifying the source of the media stream.
• E-Mail Provides a contact E-mail address for the streaming media content provider.
• Phone Number Provides a contact phone number for the streaming media content provider.
• Genre Provides a drop-down list from which the user can associate a genre to the media
Mode: This section provides the user with both a Play and Stop button which affects the status
Upload Firmware: Allows a user to upload a Kit file from a known location directly onto the currently active
• This can be either a Resolvable Name (such as myschool.com) or an IP Address
(such as 199.99.99.99).
• This string must be in the form: someone@example.com.
• If this format is not entered properly, a red dialog appears below the field to notify the
user of the improper format usage.
• This string should ONLY use digits, but it will also accept a phone number with or
without hyphens between the digits.
• If this format is not entered properly, a red dialog appears below the field to notify the
user that only digits must be used.
stream.
• Although the default selection is Business, the user can choose from over 40 precreated entries.
•Example: Education.
of the current media stream.
• Pressing Play causes a previously halted content stream to begin again. Refreshing
the page shows the button size reduced when in an active play mode.
• Pressing Stop causes the unit to stop encoding and streaming the current media
feed. The source of the stream is not affected and will continue to feed its signal into
the MAX unit regardless of the stream state.
- Before being able to alter any encoding settings or SET Video commands, the
stream must first be stopped. Once the settings are changed and applied, the stream
can then be restarted via the Play button.
• As an example: If the stream was halted for 30 minutes and then begun again (via
Play), the streaming media would be 30 minutes further along in the content and
would not pick up from where it left off.
MAX unit (shown via the UI page).
• Pressing the Browse button opens a Choose File dialog which allows a user to
navigate through the directory structure on the source computer and locate the new
firmware Kit file.
• Pressing the Submit button begins the process of uploading and incorporating the
new firmware. At this point, the UI expands to display a message indicating the
progress of the firmware upload.
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Changing the Program Description
From the Administration page, enter new information in the Program Name, Program Description,
1.
Information URL, E-Mail, and Phone Number fields.
2. If you wish to change the genre of program selected, choose the appropriate entry from the Genre
drop-down menu. If you do not know or do not care to list the genre, select Unknown.
3. To save the changes, click the Accept button. To return to the previously saved information, click
Cancel.
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