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POWER

VIDEO

LINK TX

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12V TX RX G

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LAN

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 4

QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE .......................................................................................................................................................... 5

Preparation .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................5

Connecting One TX to One RX Directly ........................................................................................................................................................................5

Connecting TX to RX ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Configuring TX and RX ...............................................................................................................................................................................................5

Connecting the TX and RX to a Switch ........................................................................................................................................................................ 5

1. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 6

2. OVERVIE W .................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

2.1 About this Manual ....................................................................................................................................................................................................10

2.2 Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................10

2.3 Port Differences........................................................................................................................................................................................................10

2.4 Features ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................10

2.5 What’s Included ........................................................................................................................................................................................................11

2.6 Hardware Description ..............................................................................................................................................................................................12

2.6.1 Top Panel (All MCX-S7-ENC and MCX-S7-DEC Series Units) .................................................................................................................. 12

2.6.2 Front Panel ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 13

MCX-S7-ENC Series Units ..............................................................................................................................................................................13

MCX-S7-DEC Series Units .............................................................................................................................................................................. 14

2.6.3 Back Panel .........................................................................................................................................................................................................14

3. TYPICAL APPLICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................... 15

3.1 Point-to-Point .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

3.2 Point-to-Multipoint ................................................................................................................................................................................. 15

3.3 Multipoint-to-Point ................................................................................................................................................................................. 16

3.4 Multipoint-to-Multipoint ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16

4. HARDWARE INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................................... 17

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APPENDIX A. REGULATORY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................ 18

A.1 FCC Class B Statement ......................................................................................................................................................................... 18

A.2 CE and RoHS2 ............................................................................................................ ............................................................................18

A.3 NOM Statement ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 19

APPENDIX B.DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS .................................................................................................................................. 20

B.1 Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 20

B.2 Trademarks Used in this Manual ............................................................................................................ ..............................................20

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

2. Clean this apparatus only with a dry cloth.

3. Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure that the unit is well ventilated.

4. To prevent the risk of electric shock or a fire hazard caused by overheating, do not obstruct the unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains and similar items.

5. Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

6. Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on the unit.

7. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

8. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs.

9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

10. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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PREPA RATION

Before you start installing MCX-S7 products, carefully read and strictly follow the instructions below.

 Only use accessories and cables that are supplied with Black Box products or purchased as required

 Correctly connect all the cables

 Use the correct power supplies and connect them to Black Box devices in accordance with the specification for electric construction

CONNECTING ONE TX TO ONE RX DIRECTLY

CONNECTING TX TO RX

1. Connect a video source to the encoder and a display device to the decoder.

2. Connect the MCX-S7-DEC to the MCX-S7-ENC with a network cable that meets the 10GbE specification. Be careful to plug the network cable’s RJ-45 connectors into these devices’ 10GbE ports.

Or, you can connect the MCX-S7-FO-DEC to the MCX-S7-FO-ENC with a multimode fiber optic cable. Be careful to plug the optical fiber module into the Optical Out (MCX-S7-FO-ENC) and Optical In (MCX-S7-FO-DEC) ports.

3. Connect all the devices to their power supplies. After a while, the display will show the content of the video source.

CONFIGURING TX AND RX

1. Connect your PC to the receiver with a network cable. Plug the network cable’s one end into the device’s LAN port and the other end into your PC’s Ethernet port.

2. Configure your PC’s network settings with IP address 169.254.1.11 and subnet mask 255.255.0.0, leaving gateway and DNS blank.

3. Launch the matching Manager software, then maximize its window to view more contents. The software will automatically discover the two devices: the transmitter would be shown in the Encoders section and the receiver would be shown in the Decoders section.

4. Adjust the configurations of the two devices if necessary.

CONNECTING THE TX AND RX TO A SWITCH

1. Connect all MCX-S7-ENC and MCX-S7-DEC units to a 10GbE switch with network cables that meet the 10GbE specification. Be careful to plug the network cable’s RJ-45 connectors into the devices’ 10GbE ports.

Or, you can connect all MCX-S7-FO-ENC and MCX-S7-FO-DEC units to the fiber switch with multimode fiber optic cables. Be careful to plug the optical modules into the Optical Out (MCX-S7-FO-ENC) and Optical In (MCX-S7-FO-DEC) ports.

2. Connect your PC to the switch, making sure that all devices’ LAN ports aren’t plugged into any network cables.

3. Configure your PC’s network settings with IP address 169.254.1.11 and subnet mask 255.255.0.0, leaving gateway and DNS blank.

4. Start the Manager software and maximize its window and the software will discover all devices automatically. The transmitters will be shown in the Encoders section and the receivers will be shown in the Decoders section.

5. Adjust the configurations and control all devices with the Manager.

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TABLE 1-1. SPECIFICATIONS, MCX-S7-ENC SERIES UNITS

SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION

Video

Input Video Port MCX-S7-ENC, MCX-S7-FO-ENC: (1) HDMI In, Type A

Input Video Type HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2 (HDCP in output follows input)

640 x 480 720 x 4807 (480i59), 720 x 4807 (480p59), 720 x 5766 (576i50), 720 x 5766 (576p50), 1280 x 7205 (720p50), 1280 x 7207 (720p59), 1280 x 7208 (720p60), =1920 x 10806 (1080i50), 1920 x 10807 (1080i59), 1920 x 10808 (1080i60), 1920 x 10801 (1080p23), 1920 x 10802 (1080p24),1920 x 10803 (1080p25), 1920 x 10804 (1080p29),

Input Video Resolutions

Input Video 0.5 to 1.2 V p-p

Input DDC Signal 5 V p-p (TTL)

Video Impedance 10 0 ohms

End-to-End Time Latency Zero-frame latency

Output Video Port

Output Video Type 4K UHD uncompressed or light compressed IP stream

Output Video Resolutions

Audio

Input Audio Port (1) HDMI IN (Type A), (1) AUDIO IN (3.5-mm audio jack)

Input Audio Format

Analog Audio 2 channels, 24 bits @ 48 kHz / channel

Output Audio Port

Control

Control Method PC configurator for Windows

General

Operating Temperature 32 to 113° F (0 to 45° C)

Storage Temperature -4 to +140° F (-20 to +70° C)

Operating Humidity 10 to 90%, non-condensing

Storage Humidity 10 to 90%, non-condensing

1920 x 10805 (1080p30), 1920 x 10806 (1080p50), 1920 x 10807 (1080p59), 1920 x 10808 (1080p60), 3840 x 21601 (2160p23), 3840 x 21602 (2160p24), 3840 x 21604 (2160p25), 3840 x 21604 (2160p29), 3840 x 21605 (216 0p3 0) , 3840 x 21605 (2160p60), 4096 x 21605 , 4096 x 2160

1 = at 23.98 Hz, 2 = at 24 Hz, 3 = at 25 Hz, 4 = at 29.97 Hz, 5 = at 30 Hz, 6 = at 50 Hz, 7 = at 59.94 Hz, 8 = at 60 Hz, 9 = at 75 Hz

MCX-S7-ENC: (1) 10GbE copper port; MCX-S7-FO -ENC: (1) 10GbE SFP+ port

640 x 480 720 x 4807 (480i59), 720 x 4807 (480p59), 720 x 5766 (576i50), 720 x 5766 (576p50), 1280 x 7205 (720p50), 1280 x 7207 (720p59), 1280 x 7208 (720p60), =1920 x 10806 (1080i50), 1920 x 10807 (1080i59), 1920 x 10808 (1080i60), 1920 x 10801 (1080p23), 1920 x 10802 (1080p24),1920 x 10803 (1080p25), 1920 x 10804 (1080p29), 1920 x 10805 (1080p30), 1920 x 10806 (1080p50), 1920 x 10807 (1080p59), 1920 x 10808 (1080p60), 3840 x 21601 (2160p23), 3840 x 21602 (2160p24), 3840 x 21604 (2160p25), 3840 x 21604 (2160p29), 3840 x 21605 (216 0p3 0) , 3840 x 21605 (2160p60), 4096 x 21605 , 4096 x 2160

1 = at 23.98 Hz, 2 = at 24 Hz, 3 = at 25 Hz, 4 = at 29.97 Hz, 5 = at 30 Hz, 6 = at 50 Hz, 7 = at 59.94 Hz, 8 = at 60 Hz, 9 = at 75 Hz

HDMI; DP: HDMI multi-channel digital audio: LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-96/24, DTS-EX DSD, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master

MCX-S7-ENC: (1) 10GbE copper port; MCX-S7-FO -ENC: (1) 10GbE SPF+ port

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, 800 x 6008, 1024 x 7688, 1280 x 10248, 1360 x 7688, 1440 x 9008, 1440 x 10508, 1600 x 12008,

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, 800 x 6008, 1024 x 7688, 1280 x 10248, 1360 x 7688, 1440 x 9008, 1440 x 10508, 1600 x 12008,

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SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION

General (continued)

Power 12 VDC, 2 A

Power Consumption (Maximum)

ESD Protection

Surge Protection Voltage: ±1 kV

Dimensions 0.98" H x 6.3" W x 6.79" D (2.5 x 16.0 x 17.2 cm)

Weight 1.72 lb. (0.78 kg)

Certifications CE, RoHS compliant

MCX-S7-ENC: 13.56 W; MCX-S7-FO-ENC: 9.96 W

Human body model: ±8 kV (air-gap discharge), ±4 kV (contact discharge)

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TABLE 1-2. SPECIFICATIONS, MCX-S7-DEC SERIES UNITS

SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION

Video

Input Video Port

Input Video Type 4K UHD uncompressed or light compressed IP stream

Input Video Resolutions

Output Video Port (1) HDMI OUT (Type A)

Output Video Type HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2 (HDCP of output follows input)

End-to-End Time Latency Zero-frame latency

Output Video Resolutions

Output Video Signal 0.5 to 1.2 V p-p

Output DDC Signal 5 V p-p (TTL)

Video Impedance 10 0 ohms

Audio

Input Audio Port

Output Audio Port

Output Audio Format

Analog audio 2 channels, 24 bits @ 48 kHz/channel

Control

Control Method PC configurator for Windows

General

Operating Temperature 32 to 113° F (0 to 45° C)

Storage Temperature -4 to +140° F (-20 to +70° C)

Operating Humidity 10 to 90%, non-condensing

Storage Humidity 10 to 90%, non-condensing

MCX-S7-DEC: (1) 10GbE copper port; MCX-S7-FO -DEC: (1) 10GbE SPF+ port

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640 x 480 720 x 4807 (480i59), 720 x 4807 (480p59), 720 x 5766 (576i50), 720 x 5766 (576p50), 1280 x 7205 (720p50), 1280 x 7207 (720p59), 1280 x 7208 (720p60), =1920 x 10806 (1080i50), 1920 x 10807 (1080i59), 1920 x 10808 (1080i60), 1920 x 10801 (1080p23), 1920 x 10802 (1080p24),1920 x 10803 (1080p25), 1920 x 10804 (1080p29), 1920 x 10805 (1080p30), 1920 x 10806 (1080p50), 1920 x 10807 (1080p59), 1920 x 10808 (1080p60), 3840 x 21601 (2160p23), 3840 x 21602 (2160p24), 3840 x 21604 (2160p25), 3840 x 21604 (2160p29), 3840 x 21605 (216 0p3 0) , 3840 x 21605 (2160p60), 4096 x 21605 , 4096 x 2160

1 = at 23.98 Hz, 2 = at 24 Hz, 3 = at 25 Hz, 4 = at 29.97 Hz, 5 = at 30 Hz, 6 = at 50 Hz, 7 = at 59.94 Hz, 8 = at 60 Hz, 9 = at 75 Hz

640 x 4808, 800 x 6008, 1024 x 7688, 1280 x 10248, 1360 x 7688, 1440 x 9008, 1440 x 10508, 1600 x 12008, 720 x 4807 (480i59), 720 x 4807 (480p59), 720 x 5766 (576i50), 720 x 5766 (576p50), 1280 x 7205 (720p50), 1280 x 7207 (720p59), 1280 x 7208 (720p60), =1920 x 10806 (1080i50), 1920 x 10807 (1080i59), 1920 x 10808 (1080i60), 1920 x 10801 (1080p23), 1920 x 10802 (1080p24),1920 x 10803 (1080p25), 1920 x 10804 (1080p29), 1920 x 10805 (1080p30), 1920 x 10806 (1080p50), 1920 x 10807 (1080p59), 1920 x 10808 (1080p60), 3840 x 21601 (2160p23), 3840 x 21602 (2160p24), 3840 x 21604 (2160p25), 3840 x 21604 (2160p29), 3840 x 21605 (216 0p3 0) , 3840 x 21605 (2160p60), 4096 x 21605 , 4096 x 2160

1 = at 23.98 Hz, 2 = at 24 Hz, 3 = at 25 Hz, 4 = at 29.97 Hz, 5 = at 30 Hz, 6 = at 50 Hz, 7 = at 59.94 Hz, 8 = at 60 Hz, 9 = at 75 Hz

MCX-S7-DEC: (1) 10GbE copper port; MCX-S7-FO -DEC: (1) 10GbE SFP+ port

(1) HDMI OUT (Type A); (1) AUDIO OUT (3.5 mm audio jack)

HDMI: HDMI multi-channel digital audio & ARC:

• 32 channels, all HDMI 2.0 modes

• LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-96/24, DTS-EX DSD, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master

, 800 x 6008, 1024 x 7688, 1280 x 10248, 1360 x 7688, 1440 x 9008, 1440 x 10508, 1600 x 12008,

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General (continued)

Power 12 VDC, 2 A

Power Consumption (Maximum)

ESD Protection

Surge Protection Voltage: ±1 kV

Dimensions 0.98" H x 6.3" W x 6.79" D (2.5 x 16.0 x 17.2 cm)

Weight 1.72 lb. (0.78 kg)

Certifications CE, RoHS compliant

MCX-S7-DEC: 15.6 W; MCX-S7-FO -DEC: 10.44 W

Human body model: ±8 kV (air-gap discharge), ±4 kV (contact discharge)

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW

2.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This manual provides information on the MCX-S7 series encoders and decoders that deliver 4K UHD uncompressed or light compressed video over 10GbE Ethernet networks, and discusses how to install and use them.

The term MCX-S7 series units are used to refer to all encoder and decoder models, MCX-S7-ENC/MCX-S7-DEC series units indicate all encoders or decoders, while an MCX-S7 series unit means a single encoder or decoder.

2.2 INTRODUCTION

MCX-S7 series encoders and decoders provide the flexible, powerful, and scalable solution at resolutions up to 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz, 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz (4:4:4) and 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz (4:2:0 10-bit HDR). They allow uncompressed UHD media to be switched and distributed over standard 10GbE Ethernet networks. A local area network is covered with a range up to 984 feet (300 m) over fiber optic cable, up to 328 feet (100 m) over a single CAT6a cable or above. Standard features such as bi-directional serial, bi-directional IR, and independent analog audio input/output are included. They are the perfect solution for any zero-frame latency and signal routing applications. Common applications include classrooms, conference rooms, performing arts, and broadcasts.

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2.3 PORT DIFFERENCES

The following three ports are the main differences among MCX-S7 series units. “Yes” means this model contains the corresponding port while “No” means not included.

TABLE 2-1. PORT DIFFERENCES

MODELS 10GBE COPPER PORT 10GBE FIBER PORT USB PORT

MCX-S7-ENC Yes No No

MCX-S7-DEC Yes No No

MCX-S7-FO-ENC No Yes No

MCX-S7-FO-DEC No Yes No

2.4 FEATURES

 HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 compliant

 Lossless distribution of most timing formats

 Light compression when the raw data rate exceeds the 10Gb Ethernet bandwidth

 Supports input and output resolutions up to 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz, 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz (4:4:4) and 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz

(4:2:0 10-bit HDR)

 Supports point-to-point transmission distance up to 328 feet (100 meters) through the 10GbE copper port or up to 984 feet

(300 meters) through the 10GbE small-form-pluggable (SFP+) port

 Zero-frame latency

 Supports independent analog audio input and output at 2 channels, 24 bits @ 48 kHz/channel

 Supports bi-directional IR, allowing control of remote source and display devices

 Supports bi-directional serial, allowing control of remote RS-232 devices

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 Bandwidth needed: 4K signals at about 6 to 8 Gbps, 1080p signals at about 1.485 Gbps

 Works with Windows PC configurator for device control, device management, and device upgrade

 Offers point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, multipoint-to-point, and multipoint-to-multipoint applications

 Input: one HDMI input and one analog audio input (for MCX-S7-ENC, MCX-S7-FO-ENC), 10GbE copper input (for MCX-S7-DEC), one

10GbE fiber input (for MCX-S7-FO-DEC)

 Output: one 10GbE copper output (for MCX-S7-ENC), one 10GbE fiber output (for MCX-S7-FO-ENC), one HDMI output and one

analog audio output (for MCX-S7-DEC, MCX-S7-FO-DEC)

 Streams HDMI signals over IP networks

 Capable of outputting IP streams that can easily be decoded and viewed on the multiple decoders

 Supports communications protocols used on the Internet such as TCP/IP, ARP, DHCP, ICMP (ping), IGMP

2.5 WHAT’S INCLUDED

MCX-S7-ENC or MCX-S7-FO-ENC:

 (1) Encoder

 (1) 12-VDC, 2-A power adapter (with changeable plug for US, UK, EU and AU)

 (1) 3.5-mm, 4-pin Phoenix male connector

 (1) IR Emitter

 (2) Mounting ears (with screws)

MCX-S7-DEC or MCX-S7-FO-DEC:

 (1) Dec oder

 (1) 12-VDC, 2-A power adapter (with changeable plug for US, UK, EU and AU)

 (1) 3.5-mm, 4-pin Phoenix male connector

 (1) IR Wideband Receiver (30 to 50 kHz)

 (2) Mounting ears (with screws)

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2.6 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION

2.6.1 TOP PANEL (ALL MCX-S7-ENC AND MCX-S7-DEC SERIES UNITS)

Figure 2-1 shows the top panel of the units. Table 2-2 describes its components.

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2 3 4

POWER

VIDEO

LINK TX

LINK RX

FIGURE 2-1. TOP PANEL (ALL MCX-S7-ENC AND MCX-S7-DEC SERIES UNITS)

TABLE 2-2. TOP PANEL COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-1 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1 Power LED

2 Video LED

3 Link TX LED

4 Link RX LED

5 P1 button

On: The device is powered on. Off: The device is powered off.

On: A stable video signal is detected. Off: No stable video signal is detected.

Blinking: The device is linked to an Ethernet Switch. / The link between TX and RX is normal. Off: The device is not linked to an Ethernet Switch. / No link between TX and RX.

Press and hold this button and then connect the device to power. When the Link TX and Link RX LEDs start blinking normally, release the button and the device will be reset to factory defaults.

P1

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2.6.2 FRONT PANEL

MCX-S7-ENC Series Units

Figure 2-2 shows the front panel of the MCX-S7-ENC series units. Table 2-3 describes its components.

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12V TX RX G

DC 12V

HDMI IN RS232

10GbE IR IN

IR OUTLAN

1 2 3 A 4 5 6 7

AUDIO IN

DC 12V

1 2 3 B 4 5 6 7

12V TX RX G

HDMI OUTRS232

OPTICAL OUT

IR IN

IR OUTLAN

AUDIO IN

FIGURE 2-2. FRONT PANEL (MCX-S7-ENC SERIES UNITS)

TABLE 2-3. FRONT PANEL (MCX-S7-ENC SERIES UNITS) COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-2 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1

2 HDMI IN Connect to an HDMI video source.

3 RS-232

A 10GbE OU T

B Optical OUT

4 IR IN

5 IR OUT

6 LAN

7 Audio IN Connect to an audio input device, such as a computer or a mobile phone, for audio input.

12-VDC power connector

Connect to the power adapter provided.

Connect to an RS-232 device, such as a PC, for bi-directional serial communication with an RS-232 device connected to another MCX-S7 series unit on the network.

Connect this 10GbE copper port to a 10GbE Ethernet switch for IP stream output.

NOTE: This port exists on the MCX-S7-ENC only.

Connect this 10GbE fiber port to a 10GbE Ethernet switch for IP stream output using a 10GbE SFP+ fiber optic transceiver.

NOTE: This port exists on the MCX-S7-FO-ENC only.

Connect to an IR receiver for IR communication with an IR transmitter in another MCX-S7 series unit on the network.

Connect to an IR transmitter for IR communication with an IR receiver in another MCX-S7 series unit on the network.

10/100/1000 BASE-T: Connect this port to a switch, a router or a computer for signal routing, device management, and device upgrading via control software PC configurator.

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MCX-S7-DEC Series Units

Figure 2-3 shows the front panel of the MCX-S7-DEC series units. Table 2-4 describes its components.

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12V TX RX G

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS232

10GbE IR IN

IR OUTLAN

1 2 3 A 4 5 6 7

AUDIO OUT

DC 12V

1 2 3 B 4 5 6 7

12V TX RX G

HDMI OUTRS232

OPTICAL IN

IR IN

IR OUTLAN

AUDIO OUT

FIGURE 2-3. FRONT PANEL (MCX-S7-DEC SERIES UNITS)

TABLE 2-4. FRONT PANEL (MCX-S7-DEC SERIES UNITS) COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-2 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1

2 HDMI OUT Connect to an HDMI display source.

3 RS-232

A 10GbE IN

B Optical IN

4 IR IN

5 IR OUT

6 LAN

7 Audio OUT Connect to an audio receiver such as an amplifier, a speaker or an earphone for audio input.

12-VDC power connector

Connect to the power adapter provided.

Connect to an RS-232 device, such as a PC, for bi-directional serial communication with an RS-232 device connected to another MCX-S7 series unit on the network.

Connect this 10GbE copper port to a 10GbE Ethernet switch for IP stream input.

NOTE: This port exists on the MCX-S7-DEC only.

Connect this 10GbE fiber port to a 10GbE Ethernet switch for IP stream input using a 10GbE SFP+ fiber optic transceiver.

NOTE: This port exists on the MCX-S7-FO-DEC only.

Connect to an IR receiver for IR communication with an IR transmitter in another MCX-S7 series unit on the network.

Connect to an IR transmitter for IR communication with an IR receiver in another MCX-S7 series unit on the network.

10/100/1000 BASE-T: Connect this port to a switch, a router or a computer for signal routing, device management, and device upgrading via control software PC configurator.

2.6.3 BACK PANEL

There are no connectors or indicators on the back panels of the encoders and decoders.

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MCX-S7 series units allow any model of encoder and decoder to be linked, offering various applications to meet your requirements.

The following four typical applications are available for your reference: Point-to-Point, Point-to-Multipoint, Multipoint-to-Multipoint, and Multipoint-to-Point.

This section uses units with 10GbE copper ports as an example.

The fiberoptic units’ cabling is similar.

3.1 POINT-TO-POINT

TX

12V TX RX G

DC 12V

HDMI IN RS232

10GbE IR IN

HDMI In

PC Server

3.2 POINT-TO-MULTIPOINT

Laptop with PC Configurator

Audio/Video Input

4K Media Player

HDMI In

TX

12V TX RX G

DC 12V

HDMI IN RS232

10GbEIR IN

IR OUTLAN

Laptop with PC Configurator

PC Control

IR OUTLAN

AUDIO IN

Local Control

FIGURE 3-1. POINT-TO-POINT APPLICATION

Audio/Video Output

10 GbE Switch

AUDIO IN

RX

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS 232

RX

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS 232

RX

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS 232

RX

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS 232 10GbE IR IN

HDMI OUTRS 232

RX

DC 12V

12V TX RX G

HDMI OUTRS232

HDMI Out

Display

10GbE IR IN

12V TX RX G

IR OUTLAN

10GbE IR IN

HDMI

AUDIO OUT

HDMI

AUDIO OUT

HDMI

AUDIO OUT

HDMI

AUDIO OUT

IR OUTLAN

Monitor

AUDIO OUT

FIGURE 3-2. POINT-TO-MULTIPOINT APPLICATION

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Audio/Video Input

4K Media Player

HDMI

TX

12V TX RX G

DC 12V

HDMI IN RS232

10GbEIR IN

IR OUTLAN

TX

12V TX RX G

Desktop

DC 12V

HDMI IN RS232

10GbEIR IN

IR OUTLAN

HDMI

FIGURE 3-3. MULTIPOINT-TO-POINT APPLICATION

3.4 MULTIPOINT-TO-MULTIPOINT

Audio/Video Input

AUDIO IN

10 GbE Switch

Audio/Video Output

RX

12V TX RX G

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS232

PC Control

Audio/Video Output

HDMI

IR OUTLAN

10GbE IR IN

AUDIO OUT

Laptop with PC Configurator

Monitor

4K Media Player

TX

DC 12V

TX

DC 12V

Desktop

HDMI

12V TX RX G

HDMI IN RS232

12V TX RX G

HDMI IN RS232

HDMI

RX

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS232

RX

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS232

RX

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS232

RX

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS232 10GbE IR IN

HDMI OUTRS232

12V TX RX G

IR OUTLAN

10GbEIR IN

IR OUTLAN

10GbEIR IN

Laptop with PC

Configurator

PC Control

10 GbE Switch

AUDIO IN

FIGURE 3-4. MULTIPOINT-TO-MULTIPOINT APPLICATION

10GbE IR IN

IR OUTLAN

AUDIO OUT

HDMI

Monitor

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CHAPTER 4: HARDWARE INSTALLATION

WARNINGS:

Before the installation, disconnect the power supplies from all the devices.

Transmitter and receiver modules in fiber optic transceivers should be correctly connected to separate fiber cables.

This section uses units with 10GbE copper ports as an example. The fiberoptic units’ cabling is similar.

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Audio/Video Input

IR Control

4K Media Player

TX

DC 12V

RS-232

Passthrough

Device Control

Projector Remote

Audio

Laptop

HDMI

TX

12V TX RX G

HDMI IN RS232

Laptop with PC

Configurator

Device Control

In

10GbE IR IN

Streaming Media

IR Receiver

IR Emitter

Laptop

Local

Control

IR OUTLAN

PC

Control

AUDIO IN

10 GbE Switch

FIGURE 4-1. INSTALLATION DIAGRAM

Audio/Video Output

IR Control

Projector

HDMI Out

RX

PC Control

DC 12V

HDMI OUTRS232

Streaming Media

Media Player Remote

RS-232

Pass-

through

12V TX RX G

IR Receiver

10GbE IR IN

Amplifiier

Audio Out

IR OUTLAN

IR Emitter

AUDIO OUT

Local

Control

Laptop

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A.1 FCC CLASS B STATEMENT

Class B Digital Device. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or telephone reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

 Consult an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables and power cords are required to connect this device to a personal computer or other Class B certified device.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

A.2 CE AND ROHS2

This product complies with CE and ROHS2 certifications.

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A.3 NOM STATEMENT

1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.

2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.

3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.

4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.

6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.

7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.

8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.

9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico

sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.

10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros

aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.

11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como

se indique en el aparato.

12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.

13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados

sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.

14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.

15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.

16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.

18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:

A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato;o C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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B.1 DISCLAIMER

Black Box Corporation shall not be liable for damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequential or cost of cover damages, resulting from any errors in the product information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Corporation may revise this document at any time without notice.

B.2 TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL

Black Box and the Black Box logo type and mark are registered trademarks of Black Box Corporation.

Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners.

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