This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at:
Crestron Electronics, Inc.
15 Volvo Drive
Rockleigh, NJ 07647
1-888-CRESTRON
Regulatory Compliance
As of the date of manufacture, the DM-TX-300N and DM-TX-300N-F have been tested and found to comply
with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interferecne, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
The DM-TX-300N-F is a class 1M laser product. It complies with safety regulations of IEC-60825-1, FDA 21
CFR 1040.11 and FDA 21 CRF 1040.10.
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY
WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS
CLASS 1M LASER PRODUCT
WARNING: Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into
beams or view directly with optical instruments.
NOTE: Plug the included dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber optic cable is unplugged.
This device includes an aggregation of separate independent works that are each generally copyrighted by Crestron Electronics, Inc., with all rights
reserved. One of those independent works, Linux Bridge Project, is copyrighted under the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE, Version2,
reproduced in “GNU General Public License” on page 37, where the corresponding source code is available at: ftp://ftp.crestron.com/gpl.
All brand names, product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
The DM-TX-300N is a DigitalMedia™ (DM) CAT transmitter and switcher. The
DM-TX-300N-F is a DM fiber transmitter and switcher. Each provides a remarkably
simple, yet versatile interface for connecting nearly any computer or AV source to a
Crestron® DigitalMedia system. Boasting HDMI™, DVI, RGB and multi-format
analog video inputs, plus digital and analog audio inputs, the DM-TX-300N and
DM-TX-300N-F are ideal for use at a lectern, conference table, equipment cabinet or
connected to a wall plate input to send signals to a display or switcher many feet
away.
For simplicity within this guide, the term “DM-TX-300N/-F” is used except where
noted.
Features and Functions
• DigitalMedia transmitter and multimedia interface
• Built-in 3 x 1 AV switcher
• DM CAT output (DM-TX-300N only) supports up to 450 foot
(137 meter) cable length
• DM Fiber output (DM-TX-300N-F only) supports up to 1000 foot
(300 meter) cable length
• Provides HDMI, DVI, RGB and multi-format video inputs
• Includes balanced/unbalanced analog and S/PDIF audio inputs
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1. For DigitalMedia CAT wiring, use DM-CBL DigitalMedia Cable. Do NOT use low skew cable. Up to
two DM Repeaters (model DM-DR, sold separately), may be required. Refer to the latest version of
the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4789) for complete wiring guidelines. It is available
from the Crestron website at www.crestron.com
2. For DigitalMedia fiber wiring, use CresFiber® or other quality duplex multimode fiber optic cable.
Refer to the latest version of the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4789) for complete
wiring guidelines.
• Affords single wire connection to a DM-RMC-100-1 (DM-TX-300N),
DM-RMC-100-F (DM-TX-300N-F) or DM-MD switcher (all sold
separately)
• Detects and reports detailed video and audio input information
• Performs automatic AV signal format management via EDID
• QuickSwitch HD
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technology achieves low latency switching
• Enables device control via CEC, IR, RS-232 and Ethernet
• Easy setup and diagnostics tools via software
• Extends the life of analog-based AV systems
• Single space 19-inch rack mountable
DigitalMedia
As the leader in HDMI and control system technologies, Crestron has developed
DigitalMedia, the first complete HD AV distribution system that takes HDMI to a
higher level and allows virtually any mix of AV sources to be distributed throughout
the home, office, school or virtually any other facility.
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DigitalMedia distributes uncompressed digital video and audio signals up to 450 feet
(137 meters) using DM cable
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for the DM-TX-300N and up to 1000 feet (300
meters) using multimode fiber optic cable3 for the DM-TX-300N-F. DigitalMedia
thoughtfully manages all of the different signals and devices, matching each source’s
output to the capabilities of the selected display(s) without using scaling or
compression. Every signal is preserved in its native video resolution and audio
format, ensuring a pure, lossless signal path throughout.
1. EDID signal detection and format management in the DM-TX-300N-F requires connection to a
DMC-F or DMC-F-DSP input card (both sold separately).
2. For DigitalMedia CAT wiring, use DM-CBL DigitalMedia Cable. Do NOT use low skew cable. Up to
two DM Repeaters (model DM-DR, sold separately), may be required. Refer to the latest version of
the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4789) for complete wiring guidelines.
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3. For DigitalMedia fiber wiring, use CresFiber
Refer to the latest version of the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4789) for complete
wiring guidelines.
The DM-TX-300N/-F provides versatile switching between three different video and
audio sources. Inputs on the DM-TX-300N/-F include multi-format analog video,
HDMI, DVI-I, balanced and unbalanced line level audio and SPDIF digital audio.
The HDMI input supports HDMI with HDCP, handling WUXGA computer
resolutions and 1080p60 HDTV with multi-channel lossless audio. The HDMI input
can also handle DisplayPort Multimode signals using an appropriate adapter or
dongle1. The DVI-I input handles DVI as well as analog RGB signals2 up to
WUXGA 1920 x 1200 pixels. The multi-format analog video input accepts
component HDTV signals up to 1080p60 as well as standard definition NTSC/PAL
composite and S-video. Audio inputs include HDMI, stereo balanced line level,
stereo unbalanced RCA and S/PDIF coaxial digital.
A single DM CAT output (DM-TX-300N) or DM fiber output (DM-TX-300N-F) is
provided to feed a centralized DM switcher or to drive a single DM-RMC-100-1 (for
the DM-TX-300N) or DM-RMC-100-F (for the DM-TX-300N-F) Receiver/Room
Controller at the display location (all sold separately). An HDMI output is also
included, which may be set to follow the DM output or to provide a constant
pass-through signal from the DVI-I input to feed a local monitor.
NOTE: The HDMI and DM video/audio outputs function in two modes:
Dual Output is the default mode, where HDMI and DM both output the same signal.
Monitor Output, where the HDMI output will always be sourced from the DVI-I
input and the DM output can be switched to take its source from any of the inputs.
Output mode is selectable from the SIMPL™ Windows program.
For a total custom installation solution, Crestron offers a complete range of
professional AV interface cables and wall plates to complement the
DM-TX-300N/-F.
QuickSwitch HD Technology®
Crestron exclusive QuickSwitch HD technology minimizes the annoying switching
latency that plagues typical digital AV switchers. QuickSwitch HD achieves very
fast switching of digital signals by maintaining a constant HDCP connection with
each device in the system, eliminating the need to re-authenticate each time a
different source is selected.
EDID Format Management
The DM-TX-300N/-F allows for management of the EDID (Extended Display
Identification Data) information that passes between display devices and input
sources in the system. Using Crestron Toolbox™ software, the format and resolution
capabilities of each device can be assessed and managed through the
DM-TX-300N/-F, ensuring reliable operation by instructing sources to output only
the resolutions and formats that can be handled by the displays and system wiring.
NOTE: EDID signal detection and format management in the DM-TX-300N-F
requires connection to a DMC-F or DMC-F-DSP input card (both sold separately).
1. HDMI IN requires an appropriate adapter or interface cable to accommodate a DisplayPort
Multimode signal. HDMI OUT requires an appropriate adapter or interface cable to accommodate a
DVI signal. CBL-DP-HD and CBL-HD-DVI interface cables sold separately.
2. VGA (RGB) to DVI-A adapter included. (DVI-A plug fits in the DVI-I socket.) In addition to RGB,
the DVI-I input can accept component, composite and S-video signals via direct interface to Crestron
MPS Series products (sold separately) or through an appropriate adapter (not included). Input sync
detection is not provided for composite or S-video signal types through the DVI-I connection.
The primary objective of every Crestron system is to enable precisely the control
desired for a seamless user experience. The DM-TX-300N/-F includes built-in IR,
RS-232 and Ethernet control ports to allow programmable control of the devices
connected to it. The DM-TX-300N/-F also provides an alternative to conventional
control methods by harnessing the CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) signal
embedded in HDMI. Through its connection to the control system, the
DM-TX-300N/-F provides a gateway for controlling the connected source device
right through the HDMI connection, potentially eliminating the need for any
dedicated control wires or IR probes.
Compact and Versatile
The DM-TX-300N/-F is designed to be placed on a shelf or mounted in an
equipment rack or lectern. It is compact enough to fit inside a presentation lectern or
beneath a table. An array of indicators on the front of the DM-TX-300N/-F provides
for easy setup and troubleshooting, verifying the status of connections and signal
activity at a glance. Advanced configuration is enabled through Crestron Toolbox
software.
A Digital Upgrade for Legacy Systems
The DM-TX-300N/-F also affords a perfect signal converter for integrating
DigitalMedia with analog-based systems like Crestron MPS, QuickMedia® and the
CEN-RGBHV Series (all sold separately). A simple HD15 VGA cable connected
between the output of an MPS system and the DVI-I input of the DM-TX-300N/-F
allows every RGB, component, S-video and composite video input on the MPS to be
converted to DigitalMedia*. Analog audio is converted similarly through a balanced
stereo audio cable. The DM-TX-300N/-F’s HDMI, DVI and S/PDIF inputs may also
be used to expand the input capabilities of the MPS system to handle digital AV
sources.
VGA (RGB) to DVI-A adapter included. (DVI-A plug fits in the DVI-I socket.) In addition to RGB,
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the DVI-I input can accept component, composite and S-video signals via direct interface to Crestron
MPS Series products (sold separately) or through an appropriate adapter (not included). Input sync
detection is not provided for composite or S-video signal types through the DVI-I connection.
The following diagram shows a DM-TX-300N-F in a typical application.
DM-TX-300N-F in a Typical Application
No LAN connection is required for these devices to transmit HDMI in a point-topoint configuration. If you wish to use the control ports (IR, RS-232, Relay, Sense)
from a control system, you can connect either LAN port (the one on the
DM-TX-300N/-F or the DM-RMC-100/-F) to the control system’s network. Both
devices will be connected because Ethernet is embedded inside DM. You may also
use the other LAN connection to provide Ethernet connectivity to a remote device.
For DM CAT (e.g. DM-TX-300N) only one power supply is required to power both
DM-TX-300N and DM-RMC-100-1 or other receiver device. The DMNet cable will
carry power from the power supply to the other device. Please use the DMNet Power
Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the system
(www.crestron.com/calculators
). For DM fiber (e.g. DM-TX-300N-F), each end has
a local power supply.
Specifications
Specifications for the DM-TX-300N/-F are listed in the following table.
DM-TX-300N/-F Specifications
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Video
Switcher
Input Signal Types
Output Signal Type
DM-TX-300N
DM-TX-300N-F
Formats
Input Resolutions
HDMI & DVI, Progressive
3x1 combination, digital/analog switch,
Crestron QuickSwitch HD
Analog to Digital Conversion 10-bit, 165 MHz per each of three channels
Audio
Switcher
Input Signal Types
Output Signal Type
DM-TX-300N DM CAT, HDMI
DM-TX-300N-F DM Fiber, HDMI
1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz (1080p60),
1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz,
2048 x 1080 @ 24 Hz,
2048 x 1152 @ 60 Hz,
plus any other resolution allowed by HDMI
up to 165 MHz pixel clock
720 x 480 @ 30 Hz (480i),
720 x 576 @ 25 Hz (576i),
1920 x 1080 @ 25 Hz (1080i25),
1920 x 1080 @ 30 Hz (1080i30),
plus any other resolution allowed by HDMI
up to 165 MHz pixel clock
640 x 480 @ 60 Hz,
720 x 480 @ 60 Hz (480p),
720 x 576 @ 50 Hz (576p),
800 x 600 @ 60 Hz,
848 x 480 @ 60 Hz,
1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz,
1280 x 720 @ 50 Hz (720p50),
1280 x 720 @ 60 Hz (720p60),
1280 x 768 @ 60 Hz,
1280 x 800 @ 60 Hz,
1280 x 960 @ 60 Hz,
1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz,
1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz,
1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz,
1400 x 1050 @ 60 Hz,
1440 x 900 @ 60 Hz,
1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz,
1680 x 1050 @ 60 Hz,
1920 x 1080 @ 24 Hz (1080p24),
1920 x 1080 @ 50 Hz (1080p50),
1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz (1080p60),
1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz,
2048 x 1080 @ 24 Hz,
2048 x 1152 @ 60 Hz