Atlona AT COMP 44M User Manual

AtlonA

4x4 Component Matrix Switcher

with Stereo Audio

AT-COMP-44M

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction .................................................. 1

2. Features .................................................. 1

3. Package Contents .................................................. 1

4. Specications .................................................. 2

5. Panel Descriptions .................................................. 2

5.1 Front Panel .................................................. 2

5.2 Rear Panel .................................................. 3

6. Remote Control .................................................. 4

7.RS232 Serial Interface .................................................. 5

7.1. Connect a PC or Control System .................................................. 5

7.2. RS232 .................................................. 5

7.3. Protocol Commands .................................................. 5

8. RS232 Serial Commands .................................................. 6

8.1. Power Off Mode .................................................. 6

8.2. Front Panel Lock .................................................. 6

8.3. Unit Reset .................................................. 6

9. Typical Application .................................................. 7

10. Installation .................................................. 8

11. Safety Information .................................................. 9

12. Warranty .................................................. 10

13. Atlona Product Registration .................................................. 11

INTRODUCTION

Atlona Technologies’ AT-COMP-44M is one of the most innovative Component Matrix switchers
with Stereo Audio on the market. The AT-COMP-44M has 4 individual Component Video (RCA)
inputs with Audio and 4 individual outputs. Because it is a matrix switch, any input can
route to any output; and the same input can route to all outputs or any other combination. This unit
is ideal for connecting sources including: (VCRs, Camcorders, Video Game Consoles, DVDs,
Satellite Receivers, Set Top Boxes, etc.) to desired displays such as: (HDTV, LCDs, Plasma
Monitors, Video Projectors, etc.) Selection of inputs can be achieved manually through the Front

Panel, an Infrared Remote Control unit or RS232 control. Easily Switch with awless and

crystal-clear distribution of all HDTV video formats up to 1080p as well as audio signals. With

these attributes, the AT-COMP-44M is a great matrix switch capable of handling High Denition

Television applications.

FEATURES:

• 4 inputs to 4 outputs Component Video (Matrix Switcher)

• Supported Signals:

Component Video: YPBPR
Digital: (PCM)
Audio : Stereo Audio (Audio Right/Audio Left)

• Support RS 232 interface

• Control Through IR remote control and Manually via Front Panel Buttons

• Video Bandwidth: 325MHz

• Resolutions: 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

• Supports 50Hz or 60Hz ( PAL/NTSC )

• Included 19 inch Ear mounts

• Power supply DC12Volt, Universal Type Switch 100~230VAC, 50/60Hz

PACKAGE CONTENTS:

• AT-COMP-44M Matrix Switcher x 1.

• Instruction Manual x 1

• IR Remote Controller

• RS 232 Drive CD x 1

• Universal AC Adaptor : 12VDC

• 19in. Rack Mount ears ( pair ) x 1

SPECIFICATIONS

Type of Switcher 4 input to 4 output, Component Video/Digital Audio Matrix Switch
I/O Signals Component Video (YPBPR) 0.5~1.0Vpp, DDC 5Vpp,

Digital Coaxial Audio, 1x RCA connector
Stereo Audio, 2x RCA connectors (Red/white)

Video Bandwidth 325MHz (-3db), 200mVp-p
Video Supported High Resolution formats 480i/p, 720p & 1080i/p
Audio Supported Digital Audio (PCM) and Stereo Audio
Low all hostile crosstalk -83 db@5MHz
Controls IR remote, Select buttons on the front panel & RS232
PC RS232 Control RS232 interface serial via DRV on a PC
Gain control 60MHz 0.1 db gain atness
Safety Approvals CE, FCC, RoHS(2002/95/EC)
Dimensions (LWH) 19” x 7.87” x 1.73”(482mm x 200mm x 44mm)
Power Supply 12V DC. Use Universal Switch Type 50/60Hz,100~230 VAC
Shipping Weight 2.45 Kgs / 4.08 lb

PANEL DESCRIPTIONS

1. Front Panel

1. Power Switch: Powering Unit ON/OFF. The LED will illuminate red to indicate that the switcher is ON

2. Output LED Display: Displays Output in use with correspond Input. The LED will illuminate red to indi

cate that desired video source is present on that input.

3. & 4. Input Select Buttons: Push to select desired Inputs

5. IR Sensor. Receives IR commands from the remote controller

6. 19in Ear Rack Mounts

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2. Rear Panel

1. 12V DC Power Input The AT-COMP-44M is tted with a DC power plug- input park connector
Power Jack:

DC Jack - inner OD O 2.1mm (+ )

Outside OD O 5.5mm (GND)

2. RS 232 Connection. RS 232 control port allows for interfacing to a PC such as a computer or touch
panel control, to the AT-COMP44M via DB-9pin Female connector for serial RS-232 control

3. Inputs: 1-4 Component/Digital Audio.
Component Video (3xRCA's)
Digital Coaxial Audio (1x RCA connector)
Stereo Audio (2x RCA connectors)

4. Outputs: 1-4 Component/Digital Audio.
Component Video (3x RCA's)
Digital Coaxial Audio (1x RCA connector)

Stereo Audio (2x RCA connectors)

REMOTE CONTROL

Before making any connections to the AT-COMP-44M Observe the following:

Mains voltage supply must matches the label on the supplied plug-Pack (+/- 10%)

Power switch is OFF

All system grounds (earth) must be connected to a common point.

Avoid powering equipment within a system from multiple power sources that may be separated by large
distances

Connect all audio video sources and destination equipment

Power up all sources

For each destination output select the appropriate input source by usingthe front panel input 1-4 select
buttons, the supplied IR remote control or through the RS 232 serial communications port.

Upon power up, the switcher will return to its last used setting before powered down.

Series Code: 24 DB

1. Power On or Off

Controller with a separate power to turn ON and OFF

2.Outputs1- 4: Output to desired displays

Output -1: TV-1 Component Video (YPBPR) HDTV Display

Output -2: TV-2 Component Video (YPBPR) HDTV Display

Output -3: TV-3 Component Video (YPBPR) HDTV Display

Output -4: TV-4 Component Video (YPBPR) HDTV Display

3.Inputs 1-4: Input Video Source Selections

Input -1: AV-1 Component Video (YPBPR) Signal source device

Input -2: AV-2 Component Video (YPBPR) Signal source device

Input -3: AV-3 Component Video (YPBPR) Signal source device

Input -4: AV-4 Component Video (YPBPR) Signal source device

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RS-232 SERIAL INTERFACE

1. Connect a PC or Control System

Pin RS-232 Denition

1 - Not used
2 TX Transmitter
3 RX Receiver
4 - Not used
5 GND Ground
6 - Not used
7 - Not used
8 - Not used
9 - Not used

2. RS232

The AT-COMP-44M can be controlled via the RS-232 serial control port to allow for interfacing to a PC, or
a similar third party control system.

The serial communication parameters are 9600 baud, 8 bit, No Parity and 1 stop bit - this is often referred
to as 9600 8N1.

When the unit recognizes a complete command it will perform the requested action - there is no delimiter

character required.

The unit does not send out a message when a value is changed from the front panel or by IR control. If the
unit needs to be controlled via the front panel in addition to the RS232 control, you should regularly poll

the unit status to ensure the control system accurately relate the current settings.

3. PROTOCOL COMMANDS

To Switch Inputs to Outputs

SBI0XO0Y- Where X is Output Number (1~4) and Y is Number (1~4)

Unit will respond with

SBUD0XOY - Where X is Output Number (1~4) and Y is Input Number (1~4)

Example : Send Input 4 to Output 3

SBUD04O3-Send
SBI04O03-Rcvd

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RS-232 SERIAL COMMANDS

Note: Turning the unit System Power Off over RS232 will distinguish the LED display leaving only the Power

Switch LED on. The Video and Audio outputs will also mute. While the unit is turned off by RS232 it will

continue to accept and act upon switching commands. For example, if the unit is in the OFF Mode

(via RS232) and you send a command to switch an input to an output, that route will complete and the

video and audio will now appear on that channel only. The front panel LED for that particular output will

also show the input selected (for that single output channel only). The remaining LED’s will remain off

and video and audio outputs muted. The unit will still return status and change messages in response

to commands sent while in Power Off state. A hard reset command (SBALLRST) will return the unit to

normal operation and also unlock the front panel.

1. POWER OFF MODE

SBSYSMOF - Place system into Standby (Soft Power Off)
SBSYSMON - Bring unit out of Standby (Soft Power On)

Unit will respond with

SBALOFAK - Unit is in Standby
SBALONAK - Unit is no longer in Standby

Example : Put Unit in Standby (Soft Power)

SBSYSMOF - Send
SBALOFAK - Rcvd

2. FRONT PANEL LOCK

Note: Hard resetting the unit will unlock the Front Panel controls.

SBSYSMLK - When front panel is locked, changes can only be made by RS232
SBSYSMUK- Front Panel Unlock

Unit will respond with

SBSYSLOK - Front Panel has been Locked
SBSYSULK - Front Panel has been Unlocked

Example : Lock Front Panel Buttons

SBSYSMLK - Send
SBSYSLOK - Rcvd

3. UNIT RESET

SBALLRST - Reset every output to Input 1 Unit will respond with
SBRSTACK - Unit has reset each Output to Input 1

Example : Reset all outputs to Input 1

SBALLRST - Send
SBRSTACK - Rcvd

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TYPICAL APPLICATION

VCR Player

AT-COMP-44M

DVD Player

Satellite Receiver

HD Player

up to 4 Sources

up to 4 HDTV’s

PC RS232 Control

INSTALLATION

CONTROL PORTS :

1. IR REMOTE - IR Remote Controller

2. RS 232 Interface - RS 232 interface system

INPUTS 1 - 4 HD SOURCE SIGNALS :

COMPONENT VIDEO - Component Video

DIGITAL - Digital Audio

AUDIO - Stereo Audio

OUTPUT 1 - 4 HDTV DISPLAY SIGNALS :

COMPONENT VIDEO - Component Video

DIGITAL - Digital Audio

AUDIO - Stereo Audio

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Safeguards

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.

If the wall plug does not t into your local

power socket, hire an electrician to replace
your obsolete socket.

Do not modify the wall plug.
Doing so will void the warranty and safety
features.

This equipment should be installed near
the socket outlet and the device should
be easily accessible in case it requires
disconnection.

Precautions

FCC Regulations state that any

unauthorized changes or modications to

this equipment not expressly approved by
the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate this
equipment.

Avoid excessive humidity, sudden
temperature changes or temperature
extremes.

Keep this product away from wet locations
such as bathtubs, sinks, laundries, wet
basements and swimming pools.

Use only accessories recommended by

ATLONA to avoid re, shock or other
hazards.

Unplug the product before cleaning. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use

cleaning uid or aerosols, which could
enter the unit and cause damage, re or

electrical shock. Some substances may

also mar the nish of the product.

Never open or remove unit panels or make

any adjustments not described in this
manual. Attempting to do so could expose
you to dangerous electrical shock or other

hazards. It may also cause damage to your

AT-COMP-44M. Opening the product will
void the warranty.

Operate this product using only the
included external power supply. Use of
other power supplies could impair
performance, damage the product or cause

res.

In the event of an electrostatic discharge,
this device may automatically turn off. If this
occurs, unplug the device, and plug it back
in.

Protect and route power cords so they will
not be stepped on or pinched by anything
placed on or against them. Be especially
careful of plug-ins, or cord exit points from
this product.

Do not attempt to service the unit. Instead

disconnect it and contact your Authorized
ATLONA reseller or contact ATLONA

directly.

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WARRANTY

1. LIMITED WARRANTY

Atlona Technologies warrants that (a) its products (the “Product”) will perform substantially in accordance with the

accompanying written materials for a period of 3 YEARS from the date of receipt and (b) that the Product will be

free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 3 years. In the event

applicable law imposes any implied warranties, the implied warranty period is limited to 3 years from the date of

receipt. Some jurisdictions do not allow such limitations on duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitation

may not apply to Customer.

2. CUSTOMER REMEDIES

Atlona Technologies and its suppliers’ entire liability and Customer’s exclusive remedy shall be, at Atlona Technolo-

gies’ option, either return of the price paid for the Product, or repair or replacement of the Product that does not meet

this Limited Warranty and which is returned to Atlona Technologies with a copy of Customer’s receipt. This Limited

Warranty is void if failure of the Product has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication. Any replacement Prod-

uct will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or 3 year, whichever is longer.

3. NO OTHER WARRANTIES

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ATLONA TECHNOLOGIES AND ITS SUPPLI-

ERS DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED

TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH

REGARD TO THE PRODUCT AND ANY RELATED WRITTEN MATERIALS. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES

CUSTOMER SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. CUSTOMER MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS DEPENDING ON THE JU-

RISDICTION.

4. NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL ATLONA TECHNOLO-

GIES OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITA-

TION, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS

OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, OR ANY OTHER

PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ATLONA

TECHNOLOGIES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN ANY CASE, ATLONA

TECHNOLOGIES’ AND ITS SUPPLIERS’ ENTIRE LIABILITY UNDER ANY PROVISION OF THIS AGREEMENT

SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE SOME JU-

RISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR

INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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