AMX MAX MODULES User Manual
Operation/Reference Guide
MAX Modules
MAX-AOM Audio-Only (USB) Module
MAX-AVM Audio/Video Module
Document ID: 065-004-2963
Last Revised: 6/11/2006
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
MAX Modules - Overview ...................................................................................1
MAX-AOM Audio-Only (USB) Module ................................................................3
Overview .................................................................................................................. 3
Product Specifications ............................................................................................. 4
Installing the MAX-AOM........................................................................................... 4
Adding the MAX-AOM to the MMS Server ..................................................................... 4
Connecting the MAX-AOM to the MMS Server .............................................................. 6
Additional Information on USB Ports 1 and 2
(on the MMS-04S, MMS-12S and MMS-900 Servers) ................................................... 6
Rack-Mounting the MAX-AOM........................................................................................ 6
Using the AOM-EX Expansion Kit ................................................................................... 7
MAX-AVM Audio-Video Module .......................................................................11
Overview ................................................................................................................ 11
Product Specifications................................................................................................... 12
Installing the MAX-AVM ......................................................................................... 12
Connecting the MAX-AVM to an MMS Server and Display Device ............................... 13
Installing the MAX-AVM Serial Number In the MMS Server.......................................... 13
Using a PC Mouse and Keyboard to Control the MAX-AVM......................................... 14
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 14
MAX-AVM User-Interface .................................................................................15
Overview ................................................................................................................ 15
Start Screen ............................................................................................................ 15
MUSIC Pages .......................................................................................................... 15
MUSIC - GENRE............................................................................................................. 16
MUSIC - ARTIST............................................................................................................. 16
MUSIC - SEARCH........................................................................................................... 16
MUSIC - BROWSE.......................................................................................................... 16
Music Selections............................................................................................................ 17
Music Playback Page ..................................................................................................... 18
MOVIES Pages........................................................................................................ 18
MOVIES - GENRE .......................................................................................................... 18
MOVIES - SEARCH ........................................................................................................ 19
MOVIES - BROWSE ....................................................................................................... 19
Movie Selections and Transport Controls...................................................................... 19
Movie Playback Page .................................................................................................... 20
Parental Control ............................................................................................................ 20
PLAYLISTS Page...................................................................................................... 21
MAX AOM and AVM Modules
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Table of Contents
WinMAX Software .................................................................................................. 22
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MAX AOM and AVM Modules
MAX Modules - Overview
NOTICE: MAX Products are not designed or intended to, and may not be used to, violate anyone’s
copyright or other intellectual property rights. Each user of the Products may only use the Products in
connection with materials legally owned or licensed by such user and only to the extent such ownership
or license rights permit such use.
This document describes the MAX-AOM (Audio-Only USB), and MAX-AVM (Audio/Video) and
Modules (FIG. 1).
MAX Modules - Overview
MAX-AOM Audio-Only (USB) Module
FIG. 1 MAX Modules
Refer to the MAX Servers Instruction Manual (available online at www.amx.com), as
well as the individual Installation Guides for details and installation instruction on
MAX Servers.
(FG 2178-55)
MAX-AVM Audio-Video Module
(FG 2178-50)
MAX AOM and AVM Modules
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MAX Modules - Overview
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MAX AOM and AVM Modules
MAX-AOM Audio-Only (USB) Module
MAX-AOM Audio-Only (USB) Module
Overview
The MAX-AOM Audio-Only Module (FIG. 2) is a streaming audio playback USB module that
distributes up to four stereo outputs (both digital and analog).
The AOM is available either as a single unit (FG 2178-55), or as two units using the optional AOM-EX
Expansion Kit (FG 2178-56) that mount side-by-side within a single rack unit. The AOM-EX adds
another four audio outputs, to allow up to eight audio-only outputs. Note that the AOM-EX does not
include a faceplate.
OUTPUT 1
OUTPUT 3 OUTPUT 4
Power Connector
USB connector (to MMS server)
FIG. 2 MAX-AOM Audio-Only Module - rear panel connectors
The MMS-01S, MMS-02S and MMS-02SB servers feature two built-in audio output
OUTPUT 2
channels, and support one MAX-AOM (for a maximum total of six audio output channels).
The MMS-04S, MMS-12S and MMS-900 servers support two MAX-AOMs (for a maximum
total of eight audio output channels).
Do not use a USB hub with MMS servers or AOM modules.
Product Specifications
(rear)
MAX-AOM (FG 2178-55) Specifications
Power: • 5VDC 0.9A external power supply
AC Current Draw (AMP): • .09A - Bootup/Power Cycle Peak
Audio Output: • 4 audio output channels, each with RCA SPDIF digital, analog stereo
MAX AOM and AVM Modules
• 110-240 VAC 50/60 Hz
• .09A - Normal Usage Peak
• Digital audio output: 6-channel Dolby Digital and DTS
• Analog audio output: stereo
• 24-bit D/A conversion, 128X over sampling
• 48kHz sampling rate
• Output level -10dBV nominal
• Signal to Noise Ratio 110db A-weighted
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MAX-AOM (FG 2178-55) Specifications (Cont.)
Audio Output: (Cont.) • Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Rear Panel Connectors: • USB Connector: USB connector (Type B)
Dimensions (HWD) • MAX-AOM (only): 1.75” x 8.48” x 10.47”
Weight: • MAX-AOM: 10.00 lbs (4.53 kg)
Included Accessories: • 5VDC 2.4A external power supply
Optional Accessories • AOM-EX Expansion Kit (FG 2178-56): includes a second MAX-AOM unit with
Certification: • FCC, CE
• Dynamic Range: 110dB
• Power Cable connector: DC 3-pin DIN.
• Audio Outputs: Four sets of three connectors (see FIG. 2):
• - (D): One RCA S/PDIF (coax) connector for digital output.
• - (L, R): Two RCA connectors for stereo analog output.
(4.44cm x 21.53cm x 26.59cm)
• Two MAX-AOM(s) with AOM-EX Rack Mount Kit:
1.75” x 19.1” x 12.02” (4.44cm x 48.51cm x 30.53cm)
• MAX-AOM-EX: 8.45 lbs (3.83 kg)
• 6’ (1.83m) USB (A to B) cable
• Removable Faceplate
mounting brackets and hardware.
Installing the MAX-AOM
Adding the MAX-AOM to the MMS Server
In order for AOM(s) to be recognized by the MMS server, they must each be added to the system, via the
Add Output Module options in the MAX Admin Menu. Add the AOM(s) to the server (as described
below) before physically connecting the module(s). Since AOMs provide up to four audio outputs per
USB port on the MMS server, each of the AOM audio outputs must be associated with a specific output/
zone on the MMS server:
The MMS-01S, -02S and 02SB servers feature two built-in audio outputs, which
occupy the first two outputs on (internal) USB 1 port for those servers. Refer to the
MMS-01S, -02S and -02SB Installation Guides for details on configuring the audio
outputs for external AOMs.
1. Open the System Information tab in WinMAX, and click on the Server Configuration button to
access the MAX Admin menu.
2. Go to Output Module Setup > Add Output Module > AOM to access the Enter Output Number
dialog.
3. Enter an available server output/zone number (between 1 - 33). This is the
Output Number that will appear in the WinMAX software.
The server will not allow you to assign an audio output to an output/zone that is
already in use. To determine which server outputs are already being used, select
View from the Output Module Setup menu.
If other output modules (AOM or AVM) have already been added to the server, then assign the
AOM to the next available output. For example, if you had already added 10 output modules
to the server, then this AOM should be assigned to output 11.
Note that AOMs use up to 4 outputs on the MMS server, while AVMs use only one.
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