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Crestron DM-MD8X8 8x8 DigitalMedia™ Switcher Operations Guide

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IMPORTANT:

The DM-MD8X8 can be used with Class 2 output wiring.

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Crestron DM-MD8X8 8x8 DigitalMedia™ Switcher

Contents

8x8 DigitalMedia™ Switcher: DM-MD8X8 1

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

Features and Functions................................................................................................1

Applications.................................................................................................................5

Internal Block Diagram...............................................................................................6

Specifications ..............................................................................................................6

Physical Description..................................................................................................10

Industry Compliance .................................................................................................15

Setup........................................................................................................................................16

DigitalMedia Wiring .................................................................................................16

HDCP Signal Path.....................................................................................................19

Ethernet Setup ...........................................................................................................20

Identity Code.............................................................................................................21

Installation.................................................................................................................21

Hardware Hookup .....................................................................................................23

Configuration...........................................................................................................................26

Inputs.........................................................................................................................27

Outputs......................................................................................................................28

Network.....................................................................................................................29

Control.......................................................................................................................34

Message Log..............................................................................................................38

Commission System..................................................................................................39

Programming Software............................................................................................................47

Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC .................................................47

Programming with SIMPL Windows ........................................................................47

Example Program......................................................................................................49

Uploading and Upgrading........................................................................................................50

Establishing Communication.....................................................................................50

Programs and Firmware ............................................................................................51

Program Checks ........................................................................................................51

Operation.................................................................................................................................53

Operating Modes.......................................................................................................53

Route Mode ...............................................................................................................53

View Mode.................................................................................................................54

Info Mode..................................................................................................................55

Problem Solving......................................................................................................................56

Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................56

Check Network Wiring..............................................................................................56

Reference Documents................................................................................................57

Further Inquiries........................................................................................................58

Future Updates ..........................................................................................................58

Appendix A: Hardware Hookup for DM Cards......................................................................59

Input Cards................................................................................................................59

Output Cards..............................................................................................................64

Appendix B: Input Card Configuration..................................................................................65

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DMC-HD...................................................................................................................65

DMC-HD-DSP..........................................................................................................71

DMC-VID4 ...............................................................................................................77

DMC-VID-RCA-A....................................................................................................84

DMC-VID-RCA-D....................................................................................................90

Appendix C: Output Configuration .........................................................................................96

Glossary...................................................................................................................................99

Return and Warranty Policies................................................................................................103

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ....................................................................103

CRESTRON Limited Warranty...............................................................................103

Trademark Information ...........................................................................................104

GNU General Public License ................................................................................................105

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Crestron DM-MD8X8 8x8 DigitalMedia™ Switcher

8x8 DigitalMedia™ Switcher: DM-MD8X8

Introduction

Crestron DM Switchers provide the foundation for a complete DigitalMedia system,

delivering a true high-definition multi-room AV signal routing solution that is

flexible and installer-friendly. The DM-MD8X8 affords low-latency switching and

pure, lossless distribution of HDMI and other signals to support the latest Blu-ray

Disc™ players, HDTV receivers, digital media servers, video game consoles, and

other AV devices.

Features and Functions

• Distributes uncompressed digital video and audio over CAT5e/Shielded

Twisted Pair (STP) or fiber

• Supports HDMI 1.3a with Deep Color and 7.1 c ha nnel HD lossless audio

• Supports video resolutions up to WUXGA 1920x1200 and HD 1080p60

• Allows cable length to 450 feet (137 m) using DigitalMedia Cable,

3280 feet (1 km) using CresFiber™

• Supports up to eight DM room controllers with easy expansion for more

outputs

• Configurable inputs support a complete range of digital and analog signal

types

• Detects and displays detailed video and audio input information

• QuickSwitch HD™ technology minimizes HDMI switching latency

• Manages HDCP digital rights management for every device

• Performs automatic AV signal format management via EDID

• Distributes USB HID mouse, keyboard, and game controller signals

• Allows full audio and USB breakaway switching

• Integrates with analog audio distribution systems

• Enables simultaneous output of stereo and surround sound audio

• Includes integrated Ethernet switch with Gigabit LAN port

• Includes built-in power distribution for DM transmitters, repeaters, and

room controllers

• Provides easy setup and diagnostics tools via front panel or software

• 4-space 19-inch rack-mountable

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The DM-MD8X8 is field-configurable to handle up to eight AV sources, and provide

up to eight DM room outputs with expansion capability for even larger applications.

A full selection of DM switcher input cards, DM transmitters*, and DM room

controllers provides extensive connectivity throughout the home or office,

supporting a complete range of analog and digital signal types — all through one

switcher. User-friendly setup and troubleshooting tools are provided through the

DM-MD8X8 front panel, or via Crestron Toolbox™ software, to simplify setup.

The DM-MD8X8 DigitalMedia Switcher is part of a High Definition Audio-Video

distribution system that allows virtually any mix of AV sources to be distributed

throughout the home from a centralized rack location using DigitalMedia.

* Future option, not currently available.

DigitalMedia™

Creating a professional HD AV distribution system means handling the challenges

that come with HDMI. HDMI is the new standard for interfacing high-definition AV

equipment, but despite its many benefits, it was not developed with multi-room

distribution in mind. Crestron has developed DigitalMedia, the first complete HD

AV distribution system that allows virtually any mix of HD AV sources to be

distributed throughout the home from a centralized rack location.

DigitalMedia (DM) distributes uncompressed digital video and audio signals over a

choice of CAT5e/Shielded Twisted Pair (STP)-based copper wiring or multi-mode

fiber*. DigitalMedia 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.

Integrated Ethernet and USB HID distribution allows computers, media servers, and

video game consoles to be installed out-of-sight and accessed from anywhere in the

house. Crestron control is also built-in for controlling the displays and othe r room

devices without additional wiring.

* Future option, not currently available.

Modular Architecture

The DM-MD8X8 features a modular architecture with eight input card slots and two

quad-output card slots. Each card slot on the DM-MD8X8 is field-installable,

allowing for easy and flexible system configuration with the ability to make changes

to the system as needs change.

A wide selection of DM input cards are offered to support a complete range of digital

and analog AV signal types. One or two output cards may be installed to feed up to

eight DM Room Controllers (receivers) using either DigitalMedia (DM) Cable or

CresFiber* fiber optic cable. DigitalMedia allows for cable lengths up to 450 feet

(137 m) using DM cable, or 3280 feet (1 km) using CresFi ber *. HDM I o utp ut s are

also available for connection to a centralized surround sound processor or video

monitor.

* Future option, not currently available.

Output Expansion

An HDMI “pass-thru” output is provided on every input card to allow the inputs of

up to five DM switchers to be daisy-chained, enabling the configuration of very large

distribution systems with many DM outputs.

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Versatile Audio Routing

HDMI is the key to handling all the latest 7.1 surround sound formats like Dolby®

TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. Great for your high-end home theater, but how

do you share that same source with other audio zones in the house?

DigitalMedia allows for the simultaneous distribution of multi-channel surround

sound (i.e. Dolby

signals from the same HDMI source. Equipped with a DMC-HD-DSP input card, the

DM-MD8X8 employs onboard DSP processing to derive a stereo down-mix from the

original multi-channel signal. Both signals can be routed separately or

simultaneously from any of the switcher’s DM outputs, allowing either signal to be

selected for output at each DM receiver location.

The switcher also converts the digital stereo signal to analog to enable sharing with

every other room in the house via an AAE, CNX-P AD 8 A, o r ot her multi-room audio

distribution system. The DM-MD8X8 also allows surround sound pro c essors and

amplifiers to be located centrally instead of at the display location using optional

local HDMI outputs.

TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio) and two-channel stereo

Computer Compatibility*

Besides handling every available HDTV format supp orted by HDMI, DigitalMedia

also supports the distribution of DVI and RGB computer signals, and is fully

compatible with DVI computer monitors up to 1920 x 1200 WUXGA.

* DVI connectivity is currently enabled via HDMI input/output ports using third-party adapters;

DVI/RGB input card coming soon.

Built-in Ethernet Switch

DigitalMedia also carries 10/100 Ethernet to each room controller, supporting

streaming media for multimedia devices, or providing LAN connectivity for any

room device that requires Ethernet or Internet access. Its Gigabit Ethernet connection

to the external LAN helps maximize bandwidth for each network port. Ethernet is

also utilized internally by the Crestron control bus to manage all of the DM devices

in the system and provide display control in each room.

USB HID Switch

DigitalMedia lets you centralize all HD sources – not just television receivers and

DVD changers, but also media servers, computers, and even video game consoles.

Built-in USB HID (Human Interface Device) signal routing allows USB HID

compatible keyboards, mice, and game controllers to be connected at each display

location, extending their signals through to the centralized equipment via USB HID

ports provided on select switcher input cards.

EDID Format Management

Using HDMI provides a variety of video and audio formats to keep track of, and

chances are not every device in a system supports all of the same formats. In a

typical one-room system, HDMI attempts to resolve this confusion using EDID.

When two HDMI devices are connected together, the receiving device (a display or

surround sound processor) uses EDID to announce its format capabilities to the

source device (a TV tuner or video player), which in turn configures itself to output

the most effective format that both devices can support.

However, serious conflicts arise in a facility filled with different displays and audio

systems. For instance, the Blu-ray player that’s feeding a 1080p projector in the

theater may restrict itself to a lower resolution, or even shut off completely, if

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someone decides to view the same signal on the 32” TV in the bedroom. Instead of

listening to a 7.1 Dolby TrueHD format supported by a high-end th eater sound

system, the listening experience may be limited to Dolby 5.1, or even stereo sound.

The DM-MD8X8 uses EDID to prevent such conflicts, assessing the formats

supported by each system device, and then allowing the installer to assign

compatible devices in logical arrangements. Conflicting combinations can be

prohibited so only the optimum signal formats get delivered to each display and

audio system in the house.

QuickSwitch HD™ Technology

Many content providers are using a copy-protection scheme called HDCP to protect

products against unauthorized copying. To view HDCP encrypted content in full

high-definition requires the source device to “authenticate” every display and signal

processor through an HDMI connection before deli ve ri n g an output signal. This

process occurs every time any HDMI signal is switched, causing a complete loss of

signal for up to 15 seconds whenever a new source or display is selected anywhere in

the house.

Crestron’s QuickSwitch HD technology eliminates this issue by maintaining a

constant HDCP connection with each HDMI device in the system. By eliminating

the need to re-authenticate each time a different source or display is selected,

QuickSwitch HD achieves very fast switching of HDMI signals.

HDCP Key Management

Another aspect to HDCP is its use of “keys” to manage the handshaking that occurs

between any two devices. Every HDMI source device has a limit to how many

downstream devices it can support, determined by the number of HDCP keys it has

available. Rarely is that limit advertised or specified by the manufacturer or service

provider, so connect too many displays or processors and the source will simply stop

outputting a signal without warning.

To prevent such surprises, the DM-MD8X8 tests the HDCP limits of each HDMI

source, allowing the installer to configure the system around any limitations, or

substitute a different component.

CEC Signal Management

The primary objective of every Crestron system is to enable precisely the control

desired for a seamless user experience. To ensure this outcome, the DM-MD8X8

intercepts the CEC signals that many HDMI devices automatically generate,

preventing any unwanted commands from being executed – like a Blu-ray player

attempting to turn off the video display when it gets turned off, or a DVD player

trying to pause the other players in the system when it is playing. Through proper

CEC management, DigitalMedia allows you to take control of each device as you

like.QuickSwitch HD™ Technology

Easy Setup

Via the front panel or using Crestron Toolbox software, every step of the

DM-MD8X8’s setup process is designed to be quick and easy, configuring inputs

and outputs automatically while letting the installer make intelligent design decisions

along the way. The switcher tests and measures the length of each DM cable,

automatically making the appropriate calibrations for optimal signal transmission to

every room. With DigitalMedia, an entire 8x8 system can be commissioned in

approximately 15 minutes.

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Applications

The following diagram shows a DM-MD8X8 in a lecture hall application.

DM-MD8X8 in a Lecture Hall Application

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Internal Block Diagram

The following diagram represents the switching abilities of the DM-MD8X8.

Internal Block Diagram of the DM-MD8X8

HDMI

In put Card

(typical)

To/From DM-MD8X8 CPU To/From external LAN port

Stereo

Audio

10/100

ENET

Input cards (x8)

DM-MD8X8 Internal Block Diagram

F rom In put

cards (x8)

From Input

car d s ( x8 )

To/From

Digital Video/A udio Switc h

3.4Gbps bandwidth

St er e o A udio Switch

M a na ged E t he rnet S wit c h

To Output Modu les (x 8)

T o /Fro m Outp u t Modu les (x 8)

ENET

HDMI (x4)

Ster eo

Audio (x 4)

10/100

ENET (x4 )

Gbit

Output

Module

(typical)

Specifications

Specifications for the DM-MD8X8 are listed in the following table.

DM-MD8X8 Specifications

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Video Switcher

Input Signal Types

Output Signal Types

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8x8 digital matrix, modular input/output cards, resolution management, HDCP v.1.1 content protection support, Crestron QuickSwitch HD

Configurable via plug-in cards supporting HDMI, DVI

, RGB1, component (YPbPr), S-video (Y/C), and composite video, DigitalMedia (DM) over copper wire or fiber

Configurable via plug-in cards supporting DigitalMedia (DM) over copper wire or fiber and HDMI

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DM-MD8X8 Specifications (Continued)

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Video (continued) Formats

(determined by input cards)

Input Resolutions, HDMI/DVI and RGB

Component

Composite and S-video Output Resolutions Audio Switcher

Input Signal Types

Output Signal Types

Formats HDMI only

HDMI & SPDIF

Analog

HDMI v.1.3a w/Deep Color, DVI v.1.0, RGBHV up to UXGA/WUXGA, HDTV up to 1080p60, NTSC or PAL

640x480@60Hz, 720x480@60Hz (480p), 800x600@60Hz, 848x480@60Hz, 852x480@60Hz, 854x480@60Hz, 1024x768@60Hz, 1024x852@60Hz, 1024x1024@60Hz, 1280x720@60Hz (720p60), 1280x768@60Hz, 1280x800@60Hz, 1280x960@60Hz, 1280x1024@60Hz, 1360x768@60Hz, 1365x1024@60Hz, 1366x768@60Hz, 1400x1050@60Hz, 1440x900@60Hz, 1600x900@60Hz, 1600x1200@60Hz, 1680x1050@60Hz, 1920x1080@60Hz (1080p60), 1920x1200@60Hz, 2048x1080@24Hz, 2048x1152@60Hz, plus any other resolution allowed by HDMI v.1.3a

480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720p50, 720p60, 1080i25 (1125 lines), 1080i30, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p30, 1080p50 (1125 lines), 1080p60

480i, 576i Matched to inputs

8x8 digital multi-channel audio-follow-video matrix switching, plus independent 8x8 stereo matrix for audio breakaway

Configurable via modular plug-in cards supporting HDMI, analog (stereo or surround encoded 2-channel), SPDIF, and DM over copper wire or fiber

DM over copper wire or fiber*, and HDMI (Some input cards also include analog passthru audio outputs)

Dolby® TrueHD 7.1, Dolby Digital Plus 7.1, DTS-HD Master Audio™ 7.1, DTS-HD High Res 7.1, 6ch PCM, 8ch PCM

Dolby Digital AC3 5.1, Dolby Digital EX 5.1, DTS 5.1, DTS-ES Matrix 5.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS 96/24 5.1, 2ch PCM

Stereo and Surround Encoded 2-Channel

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DM-MD8X8 Specifications (Continued)

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Ethernet General

Switch

USB Switcher Protocols Power Requirements Main Power Available DMNet Power

Minimum 2-Series Control System Update File

Environmental Temperature Humidity

Heat Dissipation Enclosure Chassis

Faceplate

Mounting

Dimensions (without cards)

Height

Width

Depth

Weight 20.0 lbs (9.1 kg)

2,3

10/100/1000BaseT, auto-switching, autonegotiating, auto-discovery, full/half duplex, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, CIP, DHCP, IEEE 803.U compliant

(1) 10/100/1000BaseT Gigabit Ethernet port (rear panel); (16) 10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet ports (actual hardware ports are exposed on select outboard devices)

8x8 matrix Supports USB HID class devices

4 Amps @ 100-240 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz 55 Watts (2.3 Amps @ 24 Volts DC) from

internal power supply Version 4.001 or later

32º to 104º F (0º to 40º C) 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing) 475 BTU/Hr

Steel, black matte powder coat finish, vented sides, fan-cooled

Extruded aluminum, black matte powder coat finish with polycarbonate label overlay

Freestanding or 4U 19-inch rack-mountable (adhesive feet and rack ears included)

6.97 in (17.68 cm)

17.28 in (43.90 cm)

18.06 in (45.87 cm)

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DM-MD8X8 Specifications (Continued)

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Available Accessories DMC-CAT DMC-CAT-DSP

DMC-CATO DMC-CATO-HD DMC-DVI DMC-F DMC-F-DSP DMC-FO

DMC-HD DMC-HD-DSP DMC-VID-BNC

DMC-VID-RCA-A

DMC-VID-RCA-D

DMC-VID4

1. Future option, not currently available.

2. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to the NOTE following

these footnotes.

3. Crestron 2-Series control systems include the AV2 and PRO2. Consult the latest Crestron Product

Catalog for a complete list of 2-Series control systems.

DM Input Card DM Input Card w/DSP Quad DM Output Card Quad DM Output Card w/HDMI DVI + RGBHV Input Card CresFiber Input Card CresFiber Input Card w/DSP Quad CresFiber Output Card HDMI Input Card HDMI Input Card w/DSP BNC Analog Video Input Card RCA Analog Video Input Card w/Analog

Audio RCA Analog Video Input Card w/SPDIF

Audio Security Camera Input Card

NOTE: Crestron software and any files on the website are for authorized Crestron dealers and Crestron Authorized Independent Programmers (CAIP) only. New users may be required to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site (including the FTP site).

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Physical Description

This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your DM-MD8X8.

DM-MD8X8 Physical View (Front)

DM-MD8X8 Physical View (Rear), shown with optional DM cards

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DM-MD8X8 Overall Dimensions

18.06 in

(45.87 cm)

17.28 in

(43.90 cm)

6.97 in

(17.68 cm)

NOTE: Cable connections can extend the overall depth of the DM-MD8X8 by approximately two to three inches.

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DM-MD8X8 Buttons and Ports

1 2

3 4 5 6

15 17

16 18 17

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Connectors, Controls & Indicators

CONNECTORS

CONTROLS &

INDICATORS

DESCRIPTION

1 COMPUTER

Pin 2 Pin 1

Pin 3 Pin 4

LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY & SOFT

BUTTONS

HW-R BUTTON

ROUTE BUTTON &

LED

(1) USB Type B female; USB 1.1 computer console port (6 ft cable included)

PIN DESCRIPTION

1 +5 VDC 2 Data 3 Data + 4 Ground

LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD): Green LCD dot matrix, 128 x 64 resolution, adjustable LED backlight;

Displays inputs/outputs by name, video & audio signal information, Ethernet configuration and setup menus;

SOFT BUTTONS: (4) pushbuttons for activation of LCD driven functions

(1) recessed miniature pushbutton for hardware reset, reboots the switcher

(1) pushbutton and red LED, selects Route mode to allow routing changes

VIEW BUTTON & LED

INFO BUTTON & LED (1) pushbutton and red LED, selects Info

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MENU BUTTON

(1) pushbutton and red LED, selects View mode for viewing current routes

mode for viewing AV and device information

(1) pushbutton, steps menu back one level

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CONNECTORS

CONTROLS &

INDICATORS

DESCRIPTION

15 CARD SLOTS 1-8

ENTER BUTTON

AUDIO BUTTON &

LED

VIDEO BUTTON &

LED

USB BUTTON & LED (1) pushbutton & red LED, selects USB

SELECTION KNOB

IN 1-8

OUT 1-8

LAN

DM OUTPUT SLOT

1 & 2

24ABG/EIG 1 – 4

(SLOT 1 – 2)

(1) pushbutton, executes highlighted menu or value

(1) pushbutton & red LED, selects audio routing view

(1) pushbutton & red LED, selects video routing view

routing view (1) Continuous turn rotary encoder, adjusts

menu parameters

(8) pushbuttons and red LEDs, select input for routing

(8) pushbuttons and red LEDs, select output for routing

(8) DM switcher input card slots; Accepts any DM input card (each)

(1) 8-wire RJ-45 with 2 LED indicators, 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet port; Green LED indicates link status, Yellow LED indicates Ethernet activity

(2) DM switcher output card slots; Each slot accepts (1) 4-channel DM output card

(8) sets of (1) 4-pin and (1) 3-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal blocks

Comprises (8) DMNet ports with “EIG” power selection ports, each set associated with a corresponding DM output port on the DM output card in either DM output card slot;

Each DMNet port provides power and communications for a DM device connected via DM cable;

Each EIG port connects to an external power supply2, or to the internal power source via a jumper, to power the DM device connected to the corresponding DMNet port;

Maximum Load: 75 Watts (3.13 Amps @ 24 Volts DC) per port, when connected to external power supply2, otherwise limited to available DMNet power

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Connectors, Controls & Indicators (Continued)

CONNECTORS

CONTROLS &

INDICATORS

DESCRIPTION

1. Interface connectors for DMNET and EIG ports are provided with the unit.

2. For external DMNet power, use Crestron CNPWS-75, C2N-SPWS300, or other Cresnet power supply

as required.

100 – 240V ~ 4.0A

50/60 Hz

GROUND

(1) IEC Socket, main power input; Mates with removable power cord (included)

(1) 6-32 screw, chassis ground lug

Industry Compliance

This unit has been manufactured to comply with UL’s Standards for Safety in Canada and the United States. Formal approval is pending.

As of the date of manufacture, the DM-MD8X8 has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling.

NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two 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.

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 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 the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Setup

DigitalMedia Wiring

Connections between DigitalMedia Switchers and DigitalMedia Room Controllers can be made using a variety of wiring solutions. For optimum performance, Crestron recommends Crestron DigitalMedia cable, CresFiber fiber optic cable (available 1Q,

2009), or CresFiber Pro fiber optic cable (available 1Q, 2009). When wiring the DigitalMedia network, consider the following:

• Use Crestron Certified Wire.

• Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment.

• Provide sufficient power to the system.

CAUTION: Insufficient power can lead to unpredictabl e resul t s or damage to the equipment. Please use the Crestron Power Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the system (

www.crestron.com/calculators).

For information on connecting Ethernet devices in a Crestron system, refer to the latest version of the Crestron e-Control available for download from the Crestron website (

Reference Guide (Doc. 6052), which is

www.crestron.com/manuals).

DigitalMedia Cable

The Crestron DigitalMedia cable contains two CAT5E cables (one shielded, one unshielded) and one DMNet cable in triamese jackets. Installation of any DigitalMedia device is as simple as connecting DigitalMedia cable from the output of the DigitalMedia switcher to the input of a DigitalMedia device such as a DM-RMC-100 DigitalMedia Room Controller. For more information, refer to the latest version of the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4789), which is available for download from the Crestron website (

The following pinouts are given for DigitalMedia cable:

D Port Wiring

PIN SIGNAL DESC. WIRE COLOR

1 DATA DO+ HDMI Blue Orange/White 2 DATA DO- HDMI Blue Orange 4 DATA D1+ HDMI Green Blue 5 DATA D1- HDMI Green Blue/White 7 DATA D2+ HDMI Red Brown/White 8 DATA D2- HDMI Red Brown 3 CLK- HDMI Clock Green/White 6 CLK+ HDMI Clock Green

www.crestron.com/digitalmedia).

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M Port Wiring

PIN SIGNAL DESC. WIRE COLOR

1 +5V +5V Power Orange/White 2 I2C_DATA HDCP & EDID Data Orange 3 E_TX- 10/100BaseT Transmit Blue 6 E_TX+ 10/100BaseT Transmit Blue/White 4 E_RX- 10/100BaseT Receive Brown/White 5 E_RX+ 10/100BaseT Receive Brown 7 I2C_CLK HDCP & EDID Clock Green/White 8 +5V_RTN +5V Power Return Green

24 A B G Port Wiring

PIN SIGNAL DESC. WIRE COLOR

24 +24V DC Power Red

A DM_NET+ DMNet Orange B DM_NET- DMNet Grey

G GND DC Ground Black

NOTE: Do not untwist the two wires in a single pair for more than 1/3-1/2” (0.84-1.27 cm) when making a connection. The twists are critical to canceling out interference between the wires.

The maximum transmission distances between repeaters are determined by the video resolution sent over the wires. The total distance that video can be sent using repeaters is shown in the following table for CAT5e/Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable and DigitalMedia cable. While up to three repeaters may be used to extend the transmission distance, the aggregate cable length of a signal path originating at a DM-MD8X8 and terminating at a DM-RMC-100 DigitalMedia Room Controller must not exceed 450 feet (137.1 meters) when using Di gi t al M edi a cable (400 feet (121.9 meters) when using CAT5E/STP cable). The following table shows the maximum cable lengths allowed between repeaters when using DigitalMedia cable or CAT5E/STP cable.

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Maximum Resolution and Cable Length

CAT5E/STP DigitalMedia Cable

RESOLUTION DISTANCE

BETWEEN

REPEATERS

(H)

1080i / 720p / 1080p @24 Hz

1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz

1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz

1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz

1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz

1080p @ 60 Hz 1080p @ 60 Hz, Deep

Color Not Supported

150’

(45.7 meters)

150’

(45.7 meters)

100’

(30.4 meters)

75’

(22.8 meters)

100’

(30.4 meters)

100’

(30.4 meters)

TOTAL DISTANCE

USING UP TO

THREE

REPEATERS

121.9 (meters)

NOTE: 1080p @ 60 Hz is the most common resolution used in residential installations.

NOTE: Deep Color is part of the HDMI 1.3a specification. It allows devices to transmit video using 36 bits per pixel instead of 24 bit s per pi xel . The color depth allows for 4096 shades each of red, green, and blue (instead of 256). Due to bandwidth requirements and limited support, Deep Color is not often used.

(T)

400’

DISTANCE BETWEEN

REPEATERS

(H)

200’

(60.9 meters)

200’

(60.9 meters)

150’

(45.7 meters)

125’

(38.1 meters)

150’

(45.7 meters)

150’

(45.7 meters)

100’

(30.4 meters)

TOTAL DISTANCE

USING UP TO

THREE

REPEATERS

(T)

450’

(137.1 meters)

400’

121.9 (meters)

Up to three repeaters can be used to extend the transmission distance between the DM-MD8X8 and the Room Controller. The following diagram illustrates the maximum hop length between switcher/room controller and repeaters and maximum aggregate cable length.

Maximum Cable Lengths

For more information on DigitalMedia and other cable products, visit the Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/wireoverview).

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CresFiber and CresFiber Pro Fiber Optic Cable (Available Spring 2009)

CresFiber and CresFiber Pro fiber optic cable provides for longer distances between the DigitalMedia switcher and a DigitalMedia Room Controller without the use of repeaters or sacrifice in video resolution. For more information, refer to the latest revision of the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide, which is available for download from the Crestron website.

The following table lists the maximum cable length of CresFiber cable versus CresFiber Pro cable.

Maximum Length Using CresFiber and Other Fiber Optic Cable

RESOLUTION CresFiber CresFiber Pro

1080i / 720p / 1080p @24 Hz 1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz 1080p @ 60 Hz 1080p @ 60 Hz, Deep Color

1000’

(304 m)

3280’

(1 km)

Other fiber optic cable can be used as well. NOTE: 1080p @ 60 Hz is the most common resolution used in residential

installations.

For more information on CresFiber, CresFiber Pro and other cable products, visit the Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/wireoverview).

HDCP Signal Path

Sources using HDCP limit the number of display devices it can transmit to while simultaneously limiting the depth of devices in the signal path. Too many devices or greater-than-allowed depth in a signal path (from source to display) may create problems with displaying of audio and video content. The HDCP specification states that the maximum depth of devices between source and display is six. Some examples are shown in the following diagram.

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Examples of Reported HDCP Devices and Reported HDCP Depth

Ethernet Setup

The DigitalMedia switchers are designed to control the Ethernet settings of lightweight DM devices around them in order to reduce the amount of IP configuration necessary and make the certain DM devices swappable without reconfiguration.

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IP Configuration

The DigitalMedia switchers have the ability to operate in DHCP or Static IP address mode. In addition, the DM switchers control the IP addressing information for input cards that have Ethernet capabilities as well as neighboring DigitalMedia devices. When the DM switcher is set to DHCP mode, these cards and DM devices will also be set to DHCP mode. When the DM switcher is set into Static IP mode, these cards and DM devices will receive a Static IP configuration equivalent to the DM switcher’s IP address plus their slot number. This configuration is sent when the DM-MD8X8 starts up.

Example:

A DM Switcher is set to IP address 192.168.1.30 The IP mask is 255.255.255.0 and the default router is 192.168.1.1. The HDMI input card on slot 3 would be set to IP address 192.168.1.33 and receive the same IP mask and default router as the DM switcher.

Since there can be up to 32 slots in the DigitalMedia switcher, the last octet in the DM switcher IP address may not be set higher than 222. Otherwise the device on slot 32 would not be able to receive a valid static IP configuration.

DigitalMedia devices that send this IP configuration are the DM-MD8X8 and the DM-MD16X16.

DigitalMedia devices that receive this IP configuration are the DMC-HD, DMC-HD-DSP, DMC-DVI, DM-RMC-100, DM -RM C -1 0 0-F, DM-TX-100, DM-TX-200, DM-TX-205, and DM-TX-210.

If two DigitalMedia switchers were connected to one another via a DMC-CATO output card and DMC-CAT input card, each switcher would maintain control over its own IP configuration.

IP Table Setup

Ventilation

DigitalMedia devices that receive their IP address configuration via the switcher can also receive their IP table configuration from the DM switcher.

For more information, refer to “IP Table Options” on page 48.

Identity Code

The IP ID can be set from the front panel using Installer Tools or in the DM-MD8X8’s IP table using Crestron Toolbox™. For information on using Installer Tools to set the IP ID, refer to “Control System IP ID” on page 33. For information on setting an IP table, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file. The IP IDs of multiple DM-MD8X8 devices in the same system must be unique.

When setting the IP ID, consider the following:

• The IP ID of each unit must match an IP ID specified in the SIMPL™

Windows

• Each device using IP to communicate with a control system must have a

unique IP ID.

program.

Installation

The DM-MD8X8 should be used in a well-ventilated area. The venting holes should not be obstructed under any circumstances.

To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications. Consider using forced air ventilation and/or increasing the spacing between units to reduce overheating. Consideration must be given if installed in a closed or multi-unit rack

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assembly since the operating ambient temperature of the environment may be greater than the room ambient temperature. Contact with thermal insulating materials should be avoided on all sides of the unit.

Rack Mounting

The DM-MD8X8 can be mounted in a rack or stacked with other equipment. Two “ears” are provided with the DM-MD8X8 so that the unit can be rack mounted. These ears must be installed prior to mounting. Complete the following procedure to attach the ears to the unit. The only tool required is a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

WARNING: To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:

• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the

bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.

• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before

mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.

NOTE: If rack mounting is not required, rubber feet are provided for tabletop mounting or stacking. Apply the feet near the corner edges on the underside of the unit.

NOTE: Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).

To install the ears:

1. There are screws that secure each side of the DM-MD8X8 top cover. Using

a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove three screws from one side of the unit as shown in the diagram step 3.

2. Position a rack ear so that its mounting holes align with the holes vacated

by the screws in step 1.

3. Secure the ear to the unit with three screws from step 1, as shown in the

following diagram.

Ear Attachment for Rack Mounting

USE COVER SCREWS

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4. Repeat procedure (steps 1 through 3) to attach the remaining ear to the

opposite side.

Stacking

Four “feet” are provided with the DM-MD8X8 so that if the unit is not rack mounted, the rubber feet can provide stability when the unit is placed on a flat surface or stacked. These feet should be attached near the corners prior to the hookup procedure.

NOTE: No more than two DM-MD8X8 units should be stacked.

Hardware Hookup

Connect the Device

Hardware Connections for the DM-MD8X8, Front

Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustration that follows this paragraph. For details on making connections to installed DM input cards and DM output cards, refer to “Appendix A: Hardware Hookup for DM Cards” on page 59.

Apply power after all connections have been made. When making connections to the DM-MD8X8, use Crestron power supplies for

Crestron equipment.

COMPUTER:

TO USB PORT

ON PC

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Hardware Connections for the DM-MD8X8, Rear

DM INPUT CARD SLOTS 1-4:

INSTALL CARDS TO RECEIVE

INPUT SIGNALS FROM AUDIO,

VIDEO, AND PC SOURCES

LAN: 10/100/1000 BASE-T ETHERNET TO LAN

CONNECT TO DMNET RECEIVERS

DM OUTPUTS (SLOT 1):

INSTALL CARD TO TRANSMIT

DIGITALMEDIA SIGNALS TO

DIGITALMEDIA ROOM CONTROLLERS

DMNET PORTS (SLOT 2):

AND SELECT INTERNAL OR

EXTERNAL POWER.

DMNET PORTS (SLOT 1):

CONNECT TO DMNET RECEIVERS

AND SELECT INTERNAL OR

EXTERNAL POWER.

DM OUTPUTS (SLOT 2):

INSTALL CARD TO TRANSMIT

DIGITALMEDIA SIGNALS TO

DIGITALMEDIA ROOM CONTROLLERS

POWER:

FROM LINE

VOLTAGE

DM INPUT CARD SLOTS 5-8:

INSTALL CARDS TO RECEIVE

INPUT SIGNALS FROM AUDIO,

VIDEO, AND PC SOURCES

GROUND:

TIE ALL SOURCE AND

DEVICE GROUNDS TO

GROUND TERMINAL

DMNet Power

NOTE: Ensure the unit is properly grounded.

NOTE: For optimum performance, Crestron strongly recommends using DM cable

or CresFiber fiber optic cable, available from Crestron. Other high-quality CAT5e/STP wiring (such as CresCAT-D) or fiber optic cable (such as InfiniCor300) may also be used with varying performance. Do not use low-s kew CAT5e/STP cable.

NOTE: When using fiber, it is recommended that you have at least two spare fibers for each location. DigitalMedia fiber optic components use SC multimode connectors.

Devices connected to each DMNet port can receive power from the DM-MD8X8’s internal power supply or from an external power supply such as the C2N-SPWS300.

To power a DMNet port using the DM-MD8X8’s internal power supply, install a jumper on the EIG connector from the E (External) pin to the I (Internal) pin as shown in the following diagram.

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Providing DMNet Power Internally

To power a DMNet port externally from a Cresnet 24 VDC power supply, connect the power supply to the E (External) and G (Ground) pins on the EIG connector as shown in the following diagram.

Providing DMNet Power Externally

Label the Buttons

Use Crestron Engraver software to print custom labels for the DM-MD8X8’s front panel buttons and LEDS. Crestron re commends printing on 100-pound paper. Paper with a weight less than 100 pounds will tend to crumple while sliding in, while paper with a weight of more than 100 pounds may not fit.

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Configuration

After making all hardware connections, the DM-MD8X8 must be configured for operation. The DM-MD8X8 can be configured from the DM-MD8X8 front panel using Installer Tools or from a PC using Crestron To ol b ox. Thi s document contains instructions for using Installer Tools. For information on using Crestron Toolbox to configure the DM-MD8X8, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file.

Open Installer Tools

To open Installer Tools:

• Press the MENU button.

• The default password is 1234.

¾ Use the selection knob and the soft buttons labeled g and h to enter

the password.

Enter Password

NOTE: If the password contains digits greater than 0 and less than 9, the IN buttons (1 through 8) can be used to enter the password.

0000

< >

¾ Turn the selection knob until the correct digit is displayed. ¾ Press the h button to move the cursor to the next digit and select the

next digit in the password with the volume control. Press the g button to move to the previous digit.

¾ Press the ENTER button once the password is displayed. If an

incorrect password is entered, the display will show “Invalid Password”. Press the soft button labeled OK to exit Installer Tools.

The password can be changed or disabled. For information on changing or disabling the password, refer to “Password” on page 35 for more information.

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• The Installer Tools menu is displayed.

Installer Tools

Inputs Outputs Network

Installer Tools is separated into six sections:

¾ Inputs: Configure and view the settings of input cards installed on

the DM-MD8X8.

¾ Outputs: Configure and view the settings of the output cards

installed on the DM-MD8X8.

Exit Installer Tools

¾ Network: Configure and view the Ethernet settings of the

DM-MD8X8.

¾ Control: Configures and views the settings of the DM-MD8X8

front panel.

¾ Message Log: Displays messages contained in the DM-MD8X8

message log.

¾ Commission System: Manages HDCP keys and optimizes EDID

settings for devices connected to the DM-MD8X8.

NOTE: Changes made to any setting will only be saved upon exiting Installer Tools. For instructions on exiting Installer Tools, refer below.

To exit Installer Tools, press the MENU button. Press the soft button labeled Yes to save any changes and exit Installer Tools or press the soft button labeled No to return to Installer Tools.

Inputs

The Inputs section of Installer tools is used to configure and view information about input cards installed on the DM-MD8X8. Any changes made to the Inputs section will be saved upon exiting Installer Tools. For more information on exiting Installer Tools, refer to “Exit Installer Tools” above.

To open the Inputs section of Installer Tools:

• Open Installer Tools as described on page 26.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Inputs and press the ENTER button. A

list of installed input cards will be displayed.

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Input Setup

Input Setu p

1. DMC- V ID4 S e cur i ty Cam

2. DMC -VID -RC A- D Anal og

3. DMC-HD-DSP Advanced

• To configure an input, turn the selection knob to highlight an inpu t and

press the ENTER button. For instructions on configuring a specific input card model, refer to

“Appendix B: Input Card Configuration” on page 65.

• To exit the Inputs section and return to Installer Tools, press the MENU

button.

Outputs

The Outputs section of Installer tools is used to view information about output cards installed on the DM-MD8X8. Any changes made to the Outputs section will be saved upon exiting Installer Tools. For more information on exiting Installer Tools, refer to “Exit Installer Tools” on page 27.

To open the Outputs section of Installer Tools:

• Open Installer Tools as described on page 26.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Outputs and press the ENTER button.

A list of outputs will be displayed.

Output Setup

1. DMC-CATO-HD – CAT5

2. DMC-CATO-HD – CAT5

3. DMC-CATO-HD – CAT5

• To configure an output, turn the selection knob to highlight an output and

press the ENTER button. For instructions on configuring a specific output card, refer to “Appendix C:

Output Configuration” on page 96 .

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• To exit the Outputs section and return to Installer Tools, press the MENU

button.

Network

The Network section of Installer tools is used to config ure t he DM-M D 8 X8 for use on an Ethernet network. Any changes made to the Network section will be saved upon exiting Installer Tools. For more information on exiting Installer Tools, refer to “Exit Installer Tools” on page 27.

Open Network Section

To open the Network section of Installer Tools:

• Open Installer Tools as described on page 26.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Network and press the ENTER button.

A list of functions will be displayed.

Network Functions

Network Setup

Ethernet Link IP Address Subnet Mask

NOTE: The image shown above will only be displayed if DHCP is disabled. If DHCP is enabled (default setting), the display will show the functions DHCP, Hostname and Control System IP ID. For information on enabling or disabling DHCP, refer to “DHCP” on page 31.

Ethernet Link

IP Address

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The front panel can display the status of the DM-MD8X8’s Ethernet connection (“Online” or “Offline”). To view the status of the Ethernet connection:

• Open the Network section as described above.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Ethernet Link and press the ENTER

button to display the status of the Ethernet connection.

• Press the MENU button to return to the Network section.

The DM-MD8X8 uses TCP/IP communications for communications between network devices, the Crestron control system and other devices. The IP address can be obtained from a DHCP server or manually set. For information on using DHCP to obtain an IP address, refer to “DHCP” on page 31. To view or set the IP address:

• Open the Network section as described above.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight IP Address and press the ENTER

button to display the IP Address. If DHCP is disabled, controls for changing the IP address will be displayed as shown in the following diagram.

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Set IP Address

Edit IP Address

Use Softbutton to select. The use Knob to edit. Press ENTER to accept.

[000] 000. 000. 000

• Press the soft button under the octet to be adjusted.

• Turn the selection knob to the desired number.

• Repeat for each octet until the IP address is displayed.

NOTE: Since the DM-MD8X8 reserves a range of IP addresses during configuration, certain IP addresses cannot be used. Refer to “Ethernet Setup” on page 20 for more information.

Set the Subnet Mask

• To save the IP address and return to the Network section, press the ENTER

button. To cancel the operation and return to the Network section, press the MENU button.

The DM-MD8X8 can be configured to use a Subnet Mask for TCP/IP communications. To view or set the address of the Subnet Mask:

• Open the Network section as described on page 29.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Subnet Mask and press the ENTER

button to display the address of the Subnet Mask. If DHCP is disabled, controls changing the address will be displayed as shown in the following diagram.

Set Subnet Mask

Edit Subnet Mask

Use Softbutton to select. The use Knob to edit. Press ENTER to accept.

[000] 000. 000. 000

• Press the soft button under the octet to be adjusted.

• Turn the selection knob to the desired number.

• Repeat for each octet until the Subnet Mask address is displayed.

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• To save the Subnet Mask address and return to the Network section, press

the ENTER button. To cancel the operation and return to the Network section, press the MENU button.

Set the Default Router

The DM-MD8X8 can be configured to use a Default Router for TCP/IP communications. To view or set the address of the Default R out er:

• Open the Network section as described on page 29.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Default Router and press the ENTER

button to display the address of the Default Router. If D H CP is disabled, controls for changing the address will be displayed as shown in the following diagram.

Set Default Router

Edit Default Router

Use Softbutton to select. The use Knob to edit. Press ENTER to accept.

[000] 000. 000. 000

• Press the soft button under the octet to be adjusted.

DHCP

• Turn the selection knob to the desired number.

• Repeat for each octet until the Default Router address is displayed.

• To save the Default Router address and return to the Network section, press

the ENTER button. To cancel the operation and return to the Network section, press the MENU button.

The DM-MD8X8’s IP address can be obtained from a DHCP server or manually set using Crestron Toolbox. The default setting for the DHCP mode is “On”. For information on manually setting the IP address, refer to “IP Address” on page 29. To set the DHCP mode:

• Open the Network section as described on page 29.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight DHCP and press the ENTER button to

display the DHCP controls.

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DHCP Settings

Edit DHCP

Off

*On

• Turn the selection knob to highlight On or Off. The current setting is

indicated with an asterisk (*).

• To save the setting and return to the Network section, press the ENTER

button. To cancel the operation and return to the Network section, press the MENU button.

Hostname

The DM-MD8X8 can be recognized by its hostname in a networked environment. To view and set the hostname:

• Open the Network section as described on page 29.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Hostname and press the ENTER

button to display the Hostname controls.

Hostname

Edit Hostname

DM-MD8X8-01F762

Del < > Done

• Select letters (upper and lower-case), numbers, or other characters by

turning the selection knob until the desired letter, number, or other character is displayed on the LCD. Valid hostname characters are ASCII letters “a” through “z” (case-insensitive), the digits “0” through “9”, and the hyphen. Hostname cannot begin or end with a hyphe n. N o ot her symbols, punctuation characters or blank spaces are permitted.

Move the cursor to another position by pressing the soft buttons labeled g and h. To delete a character, press the soft button marked Del.

NOTE: The maximum length for the hostname is 64 characters.

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• After the new name has been entered, press Done to save the name and

return to the Network section.

Control System Link

Control System IP ID

The front panel can display the status of the DM-MD8X8’s connection (“Online” or “Offline”) to a control system (corresponding entries on the respective IP tables). To view the status of the Control System Link:

• Open the Network section as described on page 29.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Control System Link and press the

ENTER button to display the status of the connection between the

DM-MD8X8 and the control system.

• Press the MENU button to return to the Network section.

To properly function with a control system, the IP ID of the DM-MD8X8 must be set to match the value specified in the SIMPL Windows program and the value on the control system’s IP table. To view and set the IP ID:

• Open the Network section as described on page 29.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Control System IP ID and press the

ENTER button to display the Control System IP ID controls. The current IP ID will be displayed.

Control System IP ID

Edit Control System IP ID

Control System IP Address

• Turn the selection knob to display the desired IP ID and press the ENTER

button to return to the Network section.

To properly function with a control system, the IP address of the control system that is controlling the DM-MD8X8 must be provided to the DM-MD8X8. To view and set the Control System IP Address:

• Open the Network section as described on page 29.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Control System IP Address and press

the ENTER button to display the Control System IP Address controls. If previously entered, the IP address of the control system will be displayed.

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Control System IP ID

Edit Ctrl Sys IP Address

Use Softbutton to select. Then use Knob to edit. Press ENTER to accept.

[177] 20. 165. 52

• Press the soft button under the octet to be adjusted.

• Turn the selection knob to the desired number.

• Repeat for each octet until the Control System IP Address is displayed.

• To save the Control System IP Address and return to the Network section,

press the ENTER button. To cancel the operation and return to the Network section, press the MENU button.

MAC Address

Open Control Section

The DM-MD8X8 can display its MAC address. To view the MAC address:

• Open the Network section as described on page 29.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight MAC Address and press the ENTER

button to display the MAC Address.

• Press the MENU button to return to the Network section.

Control

The Control section of Installer Tools is used to configure the front panel of the DM-MD8X8. Any changes made to the Control section will be saved upon exiting Installer Tools. For more information on exiting Installer Tools, refer to “Exit Installer Tools” on page 27.

To open the Control section of Installer Tools:

• Open Installer Tools as described on page 26.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Control and press the ENTER button.

A list of functions will be displayed.

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Control Setup

Backlight Password Front Panel Lock

Backlight

Password

The brightness of the display’s backlight can be adjusted. To set the backlight level:

• Open the Control section as described on page 34.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Backlight and press the ENTER

button to display the Backlight controls. The current setting is underlined.

Backlight Controls

Backlight

Select Backlight Level

High Med Low

• Press the soft button under the desired backlight brightness.

• Press the ENTER button to save the backligh t brightness and return to the

Control section.

The front panel password can be changed. To set a new password:

• Open the Control section as described on page 34.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Password and press the ENTER

button to display the Password controls. The current password is displayed.

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Password Controls

Edit Password

0000

< >

• Use the selection knob and the soft buttons labeled g and h to enter the

password.

• Turn the selection knob until the correct digit is displayed.

• Press the h button to move the cursor to the next digit and select the next

digit in the password with the volume control. Press the g button to move to the previous digit.

Front Panel Lock

• When the password is displayed, press the ENTER button to save it and

return to the Control section. NOTE: Setting the password to 0000 will remove password protection

from Installer Tools.

The front panel controls of the DM-MD8X8 can be locked to prevent changes to signal routings. However, signal and routing information can still be displayed. To lock the front panel controls:

• Open the Control section as described on page 34.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Front Panel Lock and press the

ENTER button to display the Front Panel Lock controls. The current setting is displayed.

Front Panel Lock Controls

Front Panel Lock

Unlock

*Lock

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Lock or Unlock. The current setting is

indicated with an asterisk (*).

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• To save the setting and return to the Control section, press the ENTER

button. To cancel the operation and return to the Control section, press the MENU button.

Restore Defaults

The DM-MD8X8’s default settings can be restored from the front panel. Restoration can be set to restore all defaults or just the audio and video settings. To restore default settings:

• Open the Control section as described on page 34.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Restore Defaults and press the

ENTER button to display the Restore Defaults controls.

Restore Defaults Controls

Restore Defaults

Audio/Video settings only All settings

• Turn the selection knob to highlight the defaults to be restored and press the

ENTER button.

About

• A confirmation message will be displayed. To continue restoring the default

settings, press the soft button labeled Yes. To cancel restoring the default settings and return to the Restore Defaults control, press the soft button labeled No.

• To cancel the operation and return to the Restore Defaults control, press the

MENU button.

Information about the DM-MD8X8’s hardware and firmware can be viewed on the front panel. To view information about the DM-MD8X8:

• Open the Control section as described on page 34.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight About and press the ENTER button to

display the About controls.

About Controls

About

Hardware Configuration Firmware Configuration

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• Turn the selection knob to highlight the information to view and press the

ENTER button. Hardware Configuration

Hardware Configuration

Current Hardware Conf

<< >>

¾ Press the soft buttons labeled gg and hh to display the data that does

not fit on the display.

¾ Turn the selection knob to view other data. ¾ Press the MENU button to return to the About controls.

Open Message Log

Firmware Configuration

Frm: v4.001.002 (Oct 20 2 Prg: DM Switcher v2.1.7 Pnl: dm switcher v2.1.7

¾ Turn the selection knob to view other data. ¾ Press the MENU button to return to the About controls.

• Press the MENU button to return to the Control section.

Message Log

The Message Log section of Installer Tools contains system messages from the DM-MD8X8.

To open the Message Log section of Installer Tools:

• Open Installer Tools as described on page 26.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Message Log and press the ENTER

button. The Message Log will be displayed.

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Message Log

System log:

<< >>

• Press the soft buttons labeled gg and hh to display the data that does not

fit on the display.

• Turn the selection knob to scroll through the list of messages.

• Press the MENU button to return to Installer Tools.

Open Commission System

HDCP Check

Commission System

The Commission System section of Installer Tools is used to manage HDCP and EDID capabilities of sources and displays connected to the DM-MD8X8.

To open the Commission System section of Installer Tools:

• Open Installer Tools as described on page 26.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Commission System and press the

ENTER button. A list of functions will be displayed.

Commission System Functions

Commission System

HDCP Check

The switcher can test HDMI sources and displays for switching limitations due to HDCP keys. The number of HDCP keys specify the number of display devices that can be connected to a source over HDMI using HDCP authentication. To run an HDCP check:

• Open the Commission System section as described on page 39.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight HDCP Check and press the ENTER

button.

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Confirmation for HDCP Check

HDCP Check

The HDCP check will result

in all current routes being

cleared. Continue?

No Yes

Running an HDCP check will disconnect any audio and video routes th at are currently set. To proceed with the HDCP check, press the soft button labeled Yes. To cancel the HDCP check, press the soft button labeled No.

Instructions for HDCP Check

HDCP Check

Please verify that all sources

and endpoints are powered

on before proceeding.

• Verify that all source and display devices are powered on. Press the soft

button labeled OK to begin the HDCP check. A progress bar will be displayed to show the progress of the HDCP check.

HDCP Check in Progress

HDCP Check

Test in Progress...

• When the check is complete the results will be displayed.

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HDCP Check Results

HDCP Check PASSED

All devices can be routed

to all outputs simultaneously

Press LIST to see results

DONE LIST

If the number of displays in use exceeds the number of devices supported by the source, an error message will be displayed. To view the results for each input source, press the soft button labeled LIST. Otherwise, press the soft button labeled DONE to return to the Commission System section.

• View HDCP Check Results

HDCP Check Results

Data Rate Check

HDCP Check Results

Input 1 (DVD) Max HDCP Keys: 9 Possible Destinations: 8

DONE << >>

¾ Press the soft buttons labeled gg and hh to scroll through the results

for other inputs.

¾ Press the soft button labeled DONE to return to the Commission

System section.

The switcher can test the cable run on each output to determine the maximum data rate that can be delivered. To run a data rate check:

• Open the Commission System section as described on page 39.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Data Rate Check and press the

ENTER button. A screen showing available cable types will be displayed.

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Confirm DM Cable Type

* Digital Me dia

Category 6 Category 5e

Cable types that were chosen when output ports were configured (refer to “DM Output Information” on page 97) and selected for testing are shown with an asterisk (*).

• If necessary, turn the selection knob to highlight the cable type to be tested

and press the ENTER button to confirm. NOTE: Selecting a different cable type will cause the other cable types to

be deselected. The parameters of the newly selected cable type will be used for testing the outputs specified in the next step.

• Press the soft button labeled Next to continue.

Select Outputs to Test

* Kid’s Room * Living Room * Kitchen

All None Next

• Turn the selection knob to highlight an output for testing and press the

ENTER button to mark it. Outputs to be tested are marked with an asterisk (*).

To test all of the outputs, press the soft button labeled All. To remove all of the outputs from the test list, press the soft button labeled

None. To remove an output from the test, highlight the output with the selection

knob and press the ENTER button. NOTE: If an output uses a cable type that is different than the cable type

selected in the previous step, remove it from the list of outputs to be tested. Repeat the data rate check using the installed cable type.

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After the outputs to be tested are selected, press the soft button labeled Next.

• Verify that all sources and selected outputs are powered on and press the

soft button labeled OK to begin the data rate check. A progress bar will be displayed to show the progress of the data rate check.

Data Rate Check in Progress

Data Rate Check

Test in Progress...

• When the test is complete the results will be displayed.

Data Rate Check Results-Success

Data Rate Check - Success

Kid’s Room – 2.22Gbps Living Room – 3.60Gbps Kitchen – 2.22Gbps

Resolution Done

If an error was encountered during the data rate check, an error message will be displayed.

Data Rate Check Results-Error

Data Rate Check - Error

Kid’s Room – No Video Living Room – No Video Kitchen – 2.22Gbps

Resolution Done

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Turn the selection knob to scroll through the test results. To view the results expressed in resolution, press the soft button labeled Resolution. To view the results in terms of data rate, press the soft button labeled Data Rate.

• Press the soft button labeled Done to return to the Commission System

section.

EDID

EDID is a piece of data that HDMI receivers use to indicate their capabilities to the HDMI sources.

The DM-MD8X8 routes Digital Media (DM) signals from any of the eight video input cards to one or more of the eight output channels. According to the HDMI standard, HDMI sources are expected to only deliver audio and video formats that are supported by the destination. To do this, the DM switcher reads the EDID information from devices connected to the outputs and determines the video resolutions and audio format to send to the input cards to program EDID on the input card receivers.

Using Crestron Toolbox, the DM-MD8X8 can be configured to use several different algorithms to determine what EDID information is sent to each source:

• Copy Display

Copy Display

The EDID information from a DigitalMedia or HDMI output is copied to the input verbatim. This means that all resolution, audio and vendor information will be from that display.

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• Best Overall

Best Overall

A resolution that is available in any display will be sent to the source. This guarantees that the best video format possible will be output from the source, but not all displays may be able to show the image.

• Best Common

Best Common

Only resolutions that are available in all of the displays that are connected will be transmitted to the source. This ensures that any video signal coming in from the source will be able to be shown on all displays. If certain resolutions are only available on a subset of the displays, they will be omitted.

Both “Best Overall” and “Best Common” are initially set to use information from all displays, but can be modified to use information from just a subset of displays by deselecting them in Crestron Toolbox.

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By managing which displays are used for the EDID calculations, you can maximize the resolution of each source while ensuring that the source can be shown on each display where it is needed.

The EDID calculations also affect audio formats. Each HDMI receiver sends its supported audio formats to the source in the following format:

<Format> <Maximum # of channels> <sampling freq supported> For example, a 5.1channel audio processor may have the following audio EDID

information:

• Linear PCM, 2ch, 32/44.1/48kHz

• AC3, 6ch, 32/44.1/48kHz

• DTS, 6ch, 32/44.1/48kHz

Under “Best Common” and “Best Overall”, the same rules apply to audio as video. For more information, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file.

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Programming Software

Have a question or comment about Crestron software?

Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) can be viewed in the Online Help section of the Crestron website. To post a question or vie w questions you have submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at users will need to establish a user account.

Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC

NOTE: Crestron recommends that you use the latest software to take advantage of the most recently released features. The latest software is available from the Crestron website.

Crestron has developed an assortment of Windows®-based software tools to develop a controlled DigitalMedia system. You can create a program to control the DM-MD8X8 using SIMPL Windows. For the minimum recommended software versions, visit the Version Tracker page of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/versiontracker).

support.crestron.com. First-time

Configuration Manager

Programming with SIMPL Windows

SIMPL Windows is Crestron’s premier software for programming Crestron control systems. It is organized into two separate but equally important “Managers”.

Configuration Manager is the view where programmers “build” a Crestron control system by selecting hardware from the Device Library.

• To incorporate the DM-MD8X8 into the system, drag the DM-MD8X8

from the DigitalMedia | DM Midpoints folder of the Device Library and drop it in the System Views.

Locating the DM-MD8X8 in the Device Library

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• The system tree of the control system displays the device in the appropriate

slot with a default IP ID as shown in the following illustration.

C2ENET-1 Net Device, Slot 8

• Additional DM-MD8X8 devices are assigned different IP ID numbers as

they are added.

• If necessary, double click a device to open the “Device Settings” window

and change the IP ID as shown in the following figure.

IP Table Options

“DM-MD8X8 Device Settings” Window

• The ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program must match the IP

ID of each unit. Refer to “Identity Code” on page 21.

DigitalMedia devices like the DM-RMC-100 that receive their IP address configuration via the switcher can also receive their IP table configuration from the DM switcher or have their IP table manually configured. Depending on the application, add DM devices as described below:

• Scenario 1: Control Center with Control System, DM Switcher and

DM-RMC-100 Room Controller; Automatic IP Table Configuration

Control Center Containing Control System, DM Switcher and DM-RMC-100 Room Controller

CONTROL

SYSTEM

Ethernet DMNet

DM-MD8X8 DM-RMC-100

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To configure a SIMPL Windows program for this layout, drop DM-RMC-100 devices onto the output cards that are on the DM-Switcher as shown in the diagram below. The IP table of each DM-RMC-100 will be automatically configured and uploaded.

DM-RMC-100s Placed on DMC-CATO-HD Outputs

Program Manager

• Scenario 2: Control Center with Control System and DM Switcher and

DM-RMC-100 Room Controller; Automatic IP Table Configuration

Control Center Containing Control System and DM Switcher Operating with Classroom Containing Control System and DM-RMC-100 Room Controller

CLASSROOM

CONTROL CENTER

CONTROL

SYSTEM

Ethernet DMNet

CONTROL

SYSTEM

Ethernet

DM-RMC-100

DM-MD8X8

To configure a SIMPL Windows program for this layout, drop DM-RMC-100 devices onto the control system’s Ethernet slot. The IP table of each DM-RMC-100 will require manual configuration.

Program Manager is the view where programmers “program” a Crestron control system by assigning signals to symbols.

The symbol can be viewed by double clicking on the icon or dragging it into Detail View. Each signal in the symbol is described in the SIMPL Windows help file (

F1).

Example Program

An example program for the DM-MD8X8 is available from the Crestron website (

www.crestron.com/exampleprograms).

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Uploading and Upgrading

Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and that each device contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released features. However, before attempting to upload or upgrade it is necessary to establish communication. Once communication has been esta bl i shed, files (for example, programs or firmware) can be transferred to the control system (and/or device). Finally, program checks can be performed (such as changing the device ID or creating an IP table) to ensure proper functioning.

Establishing Communication

Use Crestron Toolbox for communicating with the DM-MD8X8; refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file for details. There are two methods of communication.

USB

TCP/IP

NOTE: Required for initial setup of Ethernet parameters.

USB Communication

PC RUNNING

CRESTRON TOOLBOX

USB

DM-MD8X8

• The COMPUTER port on the DM-MD8X8 connects to the USB port on

the PC via the included Type A to Type B USB cable.

• Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry using the

expected communication protocol (USB). When multiple USB devices are connected, identify the DM-MD8X8 by entering “DM-MD8X8” in the Model textbox, the unit’s serial number in the Serial textbox or the unit’s hostname in the Hostname textbox. The hostname can be found in the “System Info” window in the section marked Ethernet however, communications must be established in order to see this information in the “System Info” window.

• Display the DM-MD8X8’s “System Info” window (click the

icon);

communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed.

NOTE: Required for operation with a Crestron control system. This NOTE is only applicable to devices that use TCP/IP to communicate with a control system (and of course, is not applicable to devices that are control systems).

Ethernet Communication

PC RUNNING

CRESTRON TOOLB OX

ETHERNET

DM-MD8X8

• Establish serial / USB / wireless communication between DM-MD8X8 and

PC.

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• Enter the IP address, IP mask and default router of the DM-MD8X8 via the

Crestron Toolbox (Functions | Ethernet Addressing); otherwise enable DHCP.

• Confirm Ethernet connections between DM-MD8X8 and PC. If connecting

through a hub or router, use CAT5 straight through cables wi t h 8- pin RJ- 45 connectors. Alternatively, use a CAT5 crossover cable to connect the two LAN ports directly without using a hub or router.

• Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the

DM-MD8X8 with the DM-MD8X8’s TCP/IP communication parameters.

SIMPL Windows

Firmware

• Display the “System Info” window (click the

DM-MD8X8 entry.

icon) and select the

Programs and Firmware

Program or firmware files may be distributed from programmers to installers or from Crestron to dealers. Firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron website as new features are developed after product releases. One has the option to upload programs via the programming software or to upload and upgrade via the Crestron Toolbox. For details on uploading and upgrading, re fer to the SIMPL Windows help file or the Crestron Toolbox help file.

If a SIMPL Windows program is provided, it can be uploaded to the control system using SIMPL Windows or Crestron Toolbox.

Check the Crestron website to find the latest firmware. (New users may be required to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site, including the FTP site.)

Upgrade DM-MD8X8 firmware via Crestron Toolbox.

• Establish communication with the DM-MD8X8 and display the “System

Info” window.

• Select Functions | Firmware… to upgrade the DM-MD8X8 firmware.

Program Checks

Actions that can be performed on the DM-MD8X8 vary depending on whether it is connected via USB or Ethernet.

USB Connections

Ethernet Connections

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For USB connections, using Crestron Toolbox, display the “System Info” wind ow (click the

performed on the DM-MD8X8. For Ethernet connections, using Crestron Toolbox, display the “System Info” window (click the

can be performed on the DM-MD8X8. Be sure to use Crestron Toolbox to create the DM-MD8X8 IP table.

• Select Functions | IP Table Setup.

• Add, modify or delete entries in the IP table. The DM-MD8X8 can have

• A defined IP table can be saved to a file or sent to the device.

icon) and select the Functions menu to display actions that can be

icon) and select the Functions menu to display actions that

only one IP table entry.

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Edit the control system’s IP table to include an entry for the DM-MD8X8. The entry should list the DM-MD8X8’s IP ID (specified on the DM-MD8X8’s IP table) and the internal gateway IP address 127.0.0.1.

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Operation

Operating Modes

The DM-MD8X8 operates in the Route mode, the View mode, or the Info mode. The DM-MD8X8 can also be controlled from Crestron Toolbox. For more

information, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file.

Route Mode

View Mode

Info Mode

Switch Audio, Video, and USB Simultaneously

The Route mode uses the front panel controls to route input signals to outputs. Press the ROUTE button to activate the Route mode.

• When in the Route mode, pressing an input button will show the outputs

that are connected to the input.

• Audio, video, and USB portions of an i np ut can be routed independently.

For more information, refer to “Route Mode” below.

The View mode uses the front panel controls to view routing information for inputs and outputs.

Routing information for audio, video, and USB portions of an input can be viewed independently. For more information, refer to “View Mode” on page 54.

The Info mode uses the front panel controls to view data about signals that are passed through the inputs and outputs of the DM-MD8X8. For more information, refer to “Info Mode” on page 55.

Route Mode

Signals coming in to the DM-MD8X8 can be switched to single or multiple outputs. Additionally, the audio, video, and USB portions of an input signal can be switch ed simultaneously or separately.

To enter the Route mode, press the ROUTE button. The ROUTE LED will light.

1. Press the AUDIO, VIDEO, and USB buttons to select the audio, video, and

USB portions for switching. The respective LEDS will light. NOTE: If an output has different audio, video, or USB portions, a new

route will cause the audio and USB portions on the output to switch to the newly selected video input.

2. Press the button corresponding to the input to be switched. The LED of the

selected input will light.

To turn off an output, deselect the input. The display will show “IN None” and the input LEDs will be extinguished.

3. Press the button(s) corresponding to the output(s) to be switched. The

LED(s) of the selected output(s) will flash.

If a button press will result in changing the current routing, the LEDs of the newly selected outputs will flash and the display will state “Press ENTER to Route”.

4. Press ENTER to make the connection(s) shown on the front panel.

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Changes made on the front panel are made only after the ENTER button is pressed. If you do not press ENTER, the connection is not made.

Only one input can be routed at a time. Pressing a different input button will lose any routing plans that were not confirmed by pressing the ENTER button.

NOTE: If ENTER has not been pressed, you can go back and “undo” changes made to the current routing.

5. Repeat for any other routes to be changed.

Switch Audio, Video & USB Separately

1. Press the AUDIO, VIDEO, or USB buttons to select the audio, video, or

USB portions to be switched. The respective LEDS will light. NOTE: When audio is switched independently, the signal is 2-channel

audio.

2. Press the button corresponding to the input to be switched. The LED of the

selected input will light.

To turn off an output, deselect the input. The display will show “IN None” and the input LEDs will be extinguished.

3. Press the button(s) corresponding to the output(s) to be switched. The

LED(s) of the selected output(s) will light.

If a button press will result in changing the current routing, the LEDs of the newly selected outputs will flash and the display will state “Press ENTER to Route”.

4. Press ENTER to make the connection(s) shown on the front panel.

Changes made on the front panel are made only after the ENTER button is pressed. If you do not press ENTER, the connection is not made.

Only one input can be routed at a time. Pressing a different input button will lose any routing plans that were not confirmed by pressing the ENTER button.

NOTE: If ENTER has not been pressed, you can go back and “undo” changes made to the current routing.

5. Repeat for any other routes to be changed.

View Mode

Use the View Mode to view routing information for inputs and outputs. To select the View mode, press the VIEW button.

View Source Routing

View Output Routing

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• Press an input signal button to display all of the outputs that are connected

to it.

• Press AUDIO, VIDEO, or USB to see where the audio, video, or USB

portions of an input signal are routed.

• Press an output signal button to display the input signal that is connected.

All outputs that are receiving the same input signal are also displayed.

• Press AUDIO, VIDEO, or USB to see the input that is providing the audio,

video, or USB portions of the output signal .

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Info Mode

Use the Info mode to view information about the signal on an input or output. Depending on the input selected, available information can include the name of the input, the detected resolution, the detected video type, the detected frame rate, the detected aspect ratio, the HDCP state, and the Deep Color setting. To select the Info mode, press the INFO button. If an input port is receiving a signal from its connected source, the accompanying LED will illuminate.

View Input Information

View Output Information

• Press an input button to display information about the input signal. The

accompanying LED will flash. NOTE: If the DMC-VID4 is selected, each composite video input can be

selected for viewing by pressing the soft button of the desired input.

• Turn the selection knob to display available information.

• Press another input button to view its information.

• Press an output button to display information about the output signal. The

accompanying LED will flash. NOTE: If outputs 1 or 3 of a DMC-CATO-HD are selected, information

for the DM port and the HDMI port can be selected for viewing by pressing the soft button of the desired output.

• Turn the selection knob to display available information.

• Press another output button to view its information.

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Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service representative.

DM-MD8X8 Troubleshooting

TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION

Incorrect Audio or Video displayed.

Distorted audio or video.

HDCP Check Failure Message during commissioning.

Bandwidth Test Failure Message during commissioning.

DM-DR Repeater or DM-RMC-100 Room Controller do not report to DM Switcher.

No audio output from RCA connectors on DMC-HD

Loss of functionality due to electrostatic discharge.

Audio is routed separately from video.

Source does not match capabilities of destination.

Violation of HDCP rules (number of display devices exceeds the source’s number of allowed displays).

Violation of HDCP rules (device depth exceeds allowable depth specification).

Poor cable connection to a DM-RMC-100 (on the “D” line).

Poor cable connection to the DM-DR or DM-RMC-100 (on the “D” line).

Source is not providing a 2-channel audio signal.

Improper grounding.

Reroute audio together with video.

Use Crestron Toolbox to manage EDID capabilities of devices in the system.

Disconnect displays that may not be used with source during run time and repeat HDCP check.

Replace source device with a device that allows more displays to be connected.

Reconfigure signal path to remove midpoint devices that increase overall device depth.

Verify that cable is not crimped or damaged.

Replace DMC-HD card with DMC-HD-DSP to provide 2-channel stereo downmix from audio source.

Check that all ground connections have been made properly.

Check Network Wiring

Use the Right Wire

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In order to ensure optimum performance over the full range of your installation topology, Crestron Certified Wire and only Crestron Certified Wire may be used. Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support is required to identify performance deficiencies because of using improper wire.

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Calculate Power

Refer to the following table for maximum cable lengths for various cables.

Maximum Cable Length by Type

CAUTION: Use only Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment. Failure to do so could cause equipment damage or void the Crestron warranty.

CAUTION: Provide sufficient power to the system. Insufficient power can lead to unpredictable results or damage to the equipment. The EIG connector on the DM switcher is used to jumper in external power. Additional power is rarely required; switchers provide enough power for their maximum configuration of room controllers and repeaters. Please use the DMNet Power Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the system (

www.crestron.com/calculators).

Cable Type: DM-CBL DigitalMedia Cable CresCAT-D Crestron

Home® CAT5 AV Cable

Maximum length between, before, or

Maximum total length using up to 3 repeaters

after

Resolution:

720p, 1080i, 1080p/24 200 ft (60 m) 1024x768 @75Hz 200 ft (60 m) 450 ft (137 m) 150 ft (45 m) 400 ft (120 m) 1080p/60 150 ft (45 m) 450 ft (137 m) 100 ft (30 m) 400 ft (120 m) 1280x1024 @75Hz 150 ft (45 m) 450 ft (137 m) 100 ft (30 m) 400 ft (120 m) 1920x1200 @60Hz 150 ft (45 m) 450 ft (137 m) 100 ft (30 m) 400 ft (120 m) 1600x1200 @60Hz 125 ft (38 m) 450 ft (137 m) 75 ft (23 m) 400 ft (120 m) 1080p/60 Deep Color 100 ft (30 m) 400 ft (120 m) Not Supported

repeaters

450 ft (137 m) 150 ft (45 m) 400 ft (120 m)

Maximum length between, before, or after repeaters

Maximum total length using up to 3 repeaters

NOTE: All Crestron certified DMNet wiring must consist of two twisted pairs. One twisted pair is the +24V conductor and the GND conductor and the other twisted pair is th e A conductor and the B conductor.

Reference Documents

The latest version of all documents mentioned within the guide can be obtained from the Crestron website ( product manuals arranged in alphabetical order by model number.

List of Related Reference Documents

Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide Crestron e-Control Reference Guide

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www.crestron.com/manuals). This link will provide a list of

DOCUMENT TITLE

8x8 DigitalMedia™ Switcher Crestron DM-MD8X8

Further Inquiries

If you cannot locate specific information or have questions after reviewing this guide, please take advantage of Crestron's award winning customer service team by calling Crestron at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876].

You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website (

www.crestron.com/onlinehelp) to ask questions about Crestron products. First-time

users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features.

Future Updates

As Crestron improves functions, adds new features and extends the capabilities of the DM-MD8X8, additional information may be made available as manual updates. These updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements prior to the release of a complete technical documentation revision.

Check the Crestron website periodically for manual update availability and its relevance. Updates are identified as an “Addendum” in the Download column.

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Appendix A: Hardware Hookup for DM Cards

This section contains information for connecting sources and other devices to input and output cards installed on the DM-MD8X8. For installation instructions, refer to the latest version of the card’s Installation Guide.

Input Cards

This section contains information on the following input cards:

• DMC-HD HDMI Input Card for DM Switchers below.

• DMC-HD-DSP HDMI Input Card w/DSP for DM Switchers on page 60.

• DMC-VID4 Security Camera Input Card for DM Switchers on page 61.

• DMC-VID-RCA-A RCA Analog Video Input Card w/Analog Audio for

DM Switchers on page 62.

• DMC-VID-RCA-D RCA Analog Video Input Card w/Digital Audio for

DM Switchers on page 62.

DMC-HD HDMI Input Card for DM Switchers

• DMC-CATO Quad DM Output Card for DM Swit chers on page 64.

• DMC-CATO-HD Quad DM Output Card w/HDMI for DM Switchers on

page 64.

Refer to the following diagrams when connecting sources to DM Input Cards.

The DMC-HD is an input card for a DigitalMedia Switcher, providing one HDMI input. The DMC-HD supports HDMI 1.3a with Deep Color, handling sources with resolutions and frame rates up to 1080p60, HD lossless audio, and color depths up to 12-bit.

Additional connections on the card include an HDMI pass-thru output, a stereo analog audio pass-thru output, and a USB HID port. The HDMI output passes the input signal through to feed a local device, or to feed a second DM switcher for output expansion purposes. The analog audio output breaks out the stereo audio signal from the HDMI input and passes it through to feed a CNX-PAD8A, AAE, or other multi-room audio distribution system.

NOTE: For applications requiring the simultaneous distribution of uncompressed multi-channel surround sound and 2-channel audio, use model DMC-HD-DSP.

The USB HID port allows a remote mouse/keyboard or game controller, connected at the display location, to control a centralized source device (i.e. computer, game console, media server, etc.) at the equipment rack.

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Hardware Hookup for DMC- HD HDMI Input Card for DM Switchers

DMC-HD-DSP HDMI Input Card w/DSP for DM Switchers

NOTE: Audio is present on the AUDIO OUT port when 2-channel audio is present on the HDMI input signal.

The DMC-HD-DSP is an input card for a DigitalMedia Switcher, providing one HDMI input. The DMC-HD-DSP supports HDMI 1.3a with Deep Color, handling sources with resolutions and frame rates up to 1080p60, HD lossless audio, and color depths up to 12-bit.

The DMC-HD-DSP provides all of the features of the DMC-HD with the addition of internal DSP processing to enable the simultaneous distribution of uncompressed 7.1 channel HD surround sound and 2-channel audio. The DMC-HD-DSP is recommended for use with Blu-ray Disc™ players and other HD sources that output multi-channel surround sound audio via HDMI, allowing the multi-channel signal to reach the surround sound system without requiring any decoding, while also providing a 2-channel down-mix to feed a stereo zone or audio distribution system.

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Hardware Hookup for DMC- HD DMC-HD-DSP HDMI Input Card w/DSP for DM Switchers

DMC-VID4 Security Camera Input Card for DM Switchers

AUDIO OUT:

TO 2-CHANNEL

AUDIO INPUT

FROM HDMI SOURCE

HDMI OUT:

TO LOCAL HD DISPLAY OR

HDMI INPUT ON DAISY-

CHAINED DM SWITCHER

HDMI IN:

USB HID:

TO PC SOURCE

NOTE: The AUDIO OUT port contains a 2-channel downmix of the audio portion of the HDMI input signal.

The DMC-VID4 is an input card for a DigitalMedia Switcher, providing four composite video inputs with built-in sequential switching and quad processing.

The DMC-VID4 allows up to four security cameras to be viewed individually or simultaneously in quad, dual, or full screen modes. When viewing full screen, the input may be selected manually or sequentially. The sequential switching function cycles automatically through each available input, displaying each source one at a time per a user-definable duration. In any mode, dynamic colored text overlay capability allows each window or source to be clearly identified.

A local HDMI output connection is also provided on the card, allowing the processed video signal to be fed to a local device, or to a second DM switcher for output expansion purposes.

Hardware Hookup for DMC-VID4 Security Camera Input Card for DM Switchers

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DMC-VID-RCA-A RCA Analog Video Input Card w/Analog Audio for DM Switchers

The DMC-VID-RCA-A is an input card for a DigitalMedia Switcher, providing one analog video input and one stereo analog audio input. The DMC-VID-RCA-A accepts component HDTV signals up to 1080p, as well as standard definition NTSC/PAL composite and S-video. An HDMI pass-thru output connection is also provided, which passes the audio and video input signals through digitally to feed a local device, or to feed a second DM switcher for output expansion purposes.

Hardware Hookup for DMC-VID-RCA-A RCA Analog Video Input Card w/Analog Audio for DM Switchers

FROM YP

OR S-VIDEO SOURCE

HDMI OUT:

TO LOCAL HD DISPLAY OR

HDMI INPUT ON DAISY-

CHAINED DM SWITCHER

VIDEO IN:

, COMPOSITE

bPr

AUDIO IN:

FROM ANALOG

AUDIO OUTPUT

DMC-VID-RCA-D RCA Analog Video Input Card w/Digital Audio for DM Switchers

The DMC-VID-RCA-D is an input card for a DigitalMedia Switcher, providing one analog video input and one S/PDIF coaxial digital audio input. The DMC-VID-RCA-D accepts component HDTV signals up to 1080p, as well as standard definition NTSC/PAL composite and S-video. Its S/PDIF input supports 2-channel stereo and 5.1 surrou nd-encoded digital audio sources up to 24-bit, 96 kHz.

An HDMI pass-thru output connection is also provided, which passes the audio and video input signals through digitally to feed a local device, or to feed a second DM switcher for output expansion purposes.

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Output Cards

Refer to the following diagrams when connecting to DM Output Cards.

DMC-CATO Quad DM Output Card for DM Switchers

DMC-CATO-HD Quad DM Output Card w/HDMI for DM Switchers

The DMC-CATO is an output card for a DigitalMedia Switcher, providing four DigitalMedia (DM) outputs to feed up to four individual DM receivers via CAT5e/STP or DigitalMedia cable.

Hardware Hookup for DMC- CATO Output Card for DM Switchers

The DMC-CATO-HD is an output card for a DigitalMedia Switcher, providing four DigitalMedia (DM) outputs to feed up to four individual DM receivers via CAT5e/STP or DigitalMedia cable.

The DMC-CATO-HD also provides two local HDMI outputs, configured in parallel with DM Outputs #1 and #3. Each HDMI output carries the same audio and video signals as its companion DM output that can be used for feeding a centralized audio processor and a remote display device simultaneously.

Hardware Hookup for DMC- CATO-HD Output Card for DM Switchers

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Appendix B: Input Card Configuration

This appendix contains detailed instructions for using the DM-MD8X8’s fro nt panel controls to configure DigitalMedia input cards that are installed in a DM switcher.

To view/change the configuration settings for an input card:

• Open the Inputs section of Installer Tools as described on page 27.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight the card to be configured and press th e

ENTER button.

⇒ For information on configuring the DMC-HD HDMI Input Card for

DM Switchers, refer to “DMC-HD” below.

⇒ For information on configuring the DMC-HD-DSP HDMI Input Card

w/DSP for DM Switchers, refer to “DMC-HD-DSP” on page 71.

⇒ For information on configuring the DMC-VID4 Security Camera Input

Card for DM Switchers, refer to “DMC-VID4” on page 77.

⇒ For information on configuring the DMC-VID-RCA-A RCA Analog

Video Input Card w/Analog Audio for DM Switchers, refer to “DMC-VID-RCA-A” on page 84.

⇒ For information on configuring the DMC-VID-RCA-D RCA Analog

Video Input Card w/Digital Audio for DM Switchers, refer to “DMC-VID-RCA-D” on page 90.

DMC-HD

The front panel controls for the DMC-HD allow the user to rename the input and view information on the incoming HDMI source and the outgoing HDMI signal.

DMC-HD Controls

3. DMC -HD HDM I

Nam e: 3 Video Settings Audio Settings

Using the DMC-HD controls, the user can:

• Change the input name.

• View details on the video portion of the incoming signal

• View details on the audio portion of the incoming signal.

• View details on the signal delivered to the HDMI OUT (loopback) port.

• View details about the device connected to the HDMI OUT (loopback)

port.

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• View the status of the USB HID port.

• View the EDID mode setting.

• View the setting for the EDID maximum resolution.

• Show all of the EDID capabilities of the source device connected to the

HDMI IN port.

• Perform a Key Selection Vector (KSV) Limit Test to determine how many

endpoints can be connected to the source.

• Restore the input name to its default setting.

Name/Rename the Input

To name and/or rename the input:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Name and press the ENTER button. A

cursor will appear next to the current name and controls for changing the name will also be displayed. To cancel and return to the list of options for the input card, press the MENU button.

Edit Input Name

Blu-ray

Del < > Done

• Select letters (upper and lower-case), numbers, or other characters by

turning the selection knob until the desired letter, number, or other character is displayed on the LCD. Move the cursor to another position by pressing the soft buttons labeled g and h. To delete a character, press the soft button marked Del.

NOTE: The maximum length for any input name is 32 characters.

• After the new name has been entered, press Done to save the name and

return to the list of options for the input card.

Video Settings

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The DMC-HD can display information about the video portion of the incoming signal. Available information includes video type, resolution, frame rate, aspect ratio, Deep Color setting, HDCP state, and the maximum amount of downstream devices. To view video settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Video Settings and press the ENTER

button.

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Video Settings

Video Type: Interlaced Resolution: 1920x1080 Frame Rate: 30 fps

• Turn the selection knob to view the available information.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

Audio Settings

Loopback Settings

The DMC-HD can display information about the audio portion of the incoming signal. Available information includes format, frequency, and channels. To view audio settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Audio Settings and press the ENTER

button.

Audio Settings

Audio

Format: PCM Frequency: 480kHz Channels: 2

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

The DMC-HD can display information about the device connected to the HDMI OUT port as well as information about the signal passed to the HDMI OUT port on the DMC-HD. Available information includes HDCP state, Deep Color setting, audio details and EDID information. To view the loopback settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Loopback Settings and press the

ENTER button.

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Loopback Settings

HDCP State: Inactive Deep Color Mode: 8 bit Audio

• Turn the selection knob to view the available information.

Audio Details:

¾ To view detailed information about the audio portion of the HDMI

output signal, turn the selection knob to highlight Audio and press the ENTER button.

Audio Details

Audio

Format: PCM Frequency: 480kHz Channels: 2

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the Loopback Settings. EDID Information:

¾ To view EDID information about the display device connected to the

HDMI OUT port, turn the selection knob to highlight EDID Information and press the ENTER button.

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EDID Information

Manufac turer: SHP Name: SHARP HDMI Timing: 1920x1080 @ 60Hz

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the Loopback Settings.

Show Full EDID

The DMC-HD can display all EDID data for the source connected to the HDMI IN port. To view EDID information for the connected source:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Show Full EDID and press the

ENTER button.

Show Full EDID

Preferred Resolution Supported Resolutions Audio Formats

• Turn the selection knob to highlight the data to be viewed and press the

ENTER button.

• Press the MENU button to return to list of available EDID data.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

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The DMC-HD can analyze the connected source to determine the maximum number of KSVs it can support. To perform a KSV Limit test:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight KSV Limit Test and press the ENTER

button.

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KSV Limit Test

Perform KSV Limit Test

on this input stream?

No Yes

• Press the soft button labeled Yes to begin the test. To cancel and return to

the list of options for the input card, press the soft button labeled No. If Yes is pressed, the DM-MD8X8 will poll the connected source to

determine the maximum number of KSVs it can support. The test results are displayed when the test is complete.

KSV Limit Test Results

Restore Defaults

KSV Limit Test

KSV Limit Test complete.

Maximum devices

Supported: 10

• Press the soft button labeled OK to return to the list of options for the input

card.

Use the Restore Defaults function to reset the card to its factory settings for input name. To restore the card’s default settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Restore Defaults and press the

ENTER button.

• Press the soft button labeled Yes to restore the default setting or press the

soft button labeled No to cancel and return to the list of options for the input card.

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DMC-HD-DSP

The front panel controls for the DMC-HD-DSP allow the user to rename the input and view information on the incoming HDMI source and the outgoing HDMI signal.

DMC-HD-DSP Controls

3. DMC -HD -DSP Advanc

Nam e: 3 Video Settings Audio Settings

Using the DMC-HD-DSP controls, the user can:

Name/Rename the Input

• Change the input name.

• View details on the video portion of the incoming signal

• View details on the audio portion of the incoming signal.

• View details on the signal delivered to the HDMI OUT (loopback) port.

• View details about the device connected to the HDMI OUT (loopback)

port.

• View the status of the USB HID port.

• View the EDID mode setting.

• View the setting for the EDID maximum resolution.

• Show all of the EDID capabilities of the source device connected to the

HDMI IN port.

• Perform a Key Selection Vector (KSV) Limit Test to determine how many

endpoints can be connected to the source.

• Restore the input name to its default setting.

To name and/or rename the input:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Name and press the ENTER button. A

cursor will appear next to the current name and controls for changing the name will also be displayed. To cancel and return to the list of options for the input card, press the MENU button.

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Edit Input Name

Blu-ray

Del < > Done

• Select letters (upper and lower-case), numbers, or other characters by

NOTE: The maximum length for any input name is 32 characters.

Video Settings

• After the new name has been entered, press Done to save the name and

return to the list of options for the input card.

The DMC-HD-DSP can display information about the video portion of the incoming signal. Available information includes video type, resolution, frame rate, aspect ratio, Deep Color setting, HDCP state, and the maximum amount of downstream devices. To view video settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Video Settings and press the ENTER

button.

Video Settings

Video Type: Interlaced Resolution: 1920x1080 Frame Rate: 30 fps

• Turn the selection knob to view the available information.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

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Audio Settings

The DMC-HD-DSP can display information about the audio portion of the incoming

signal. Available information includes format, frequency, and channels. To view audio settings:

Loopback Settings

• Turn th

e selection knob to highlight Audio Settings and press the ENTER

button.

Audio Se

ttings

Audio

Format: PCM Frequency: 480kHz Channels: 2

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options f the input card.

The

DMC-HD-DSP can display information about the device connected to the

HDMI OUT port as well as information about the signal passed to the HDMI O port on the DMC-HD-DSP. Available info r m ation includes HDCP state, Deep Color setting, audio details and EDID information. To view the loopback settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Loopback Settings and press th

ENTER button.

Loopback Settings

HDCP State: Inactive Deep Color Mode: 8 bit Audio

• Turn the selection knob to view the available informatio .

Audio Details:

¾ To view det

output signal, turn the selection knob to highlight Audio and press t ENTER button.

ailed information about the audio portion of the HDMI

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Audio Details

Audio

Format: PCM Frequency: 480kHz Channels: 2

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the Loopback Settings. EDID Information:

¾ To view EDID information about the display device connected to the

HDMI OUT port, turn the selection knob to highlight EDID Information and press the ENTER button.

Show Full EDID

EDID Information

Manufac turer: SHP Name: SHARP HDMI Timing: 1920x1080 @ 60Hz

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the Loopback Settings.

The DMC-HD can display all EDID data for the source connected to the HDMI IN port. To view EDID information for the connected source:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Show Full EDID and press the

ENTER button.

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Show Full EDID

Preferred Resolution Supported Resolutions Audio Formats

• Turn the selection knob to highlight the data to be viewed and press the

ENTER button.

• Press the MENU button to return to list of available EDID data.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

Perform KSV Limit Test

The DMC-HD-DSP can analyze the connected source to determine the maximum number of KSVs it can support. To perform a KSV Limit test:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight KSV Limit Test and press the ENTER

button.

KSV Limit Test

Perform KSV Limit Test

on this input stream?

No Yes

• Press the soft button labeled Yes to begin the test. To cancel and return to

the list of options for the input card, press the soft button labeled No. If Yes is pressed, the DM-MD8X8 will poll the connected source to

determine the maximum number of KSVs it can support. The test results are displayed when the test is complete.

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KSV Limit Test Results

KSV Limit Test

KSV Limit Test complete.

Maximum devices

Supported: 10

• Press the soft button labeled OK to return to the list of options for the input

card.

Restore Defaults

Use the Restore Defaults function to reset the card to its factory settings for input name. To restore the card’s default settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Restore Defaults and press the

ENTER button.

• Press the soft button labeled Yes to restore the default setting or press the

soft button labeled No to cancel and return to the list of options for the input card.

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DMC-VID4

The front panel controls for the DMC-VID4 allow the user to rename the input and view information on the incoming HDMI source.

DMC-VID4 Controls

1. DMC-VID4 Security c

Name: Input Select Input Rotate Rate

Using the DMC-VID4 controls, the user can:

Name/Rename the Input

• Change the input name.

• Select the input to be viewed.

• Select the input rotate rate.

• Adjust the input signals.

• View details on the signal delivered to the HDMI OUT (loopback) port.

• View details about the device connected to the HDMI OUT (loopback)

port.

• Restore the input name to its default setting.

To name and/or rename the input:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Name and press the ENTER button. A

cursor will appear next to the current name and controls for changing the name will also be displayed. To cancel and return to the list of options for the input card, press the MENU button.

Edit Input Name

Security Cameras

Del < > Done

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• Select letters (upper and lower-case), numbers, or other characters by

NOTE: The maximum length for any input name is 32 characters.

• After the new name has been entered, press Done to save the name and

return to the list of options for the input card.

Select Input

The DMC-VID4 can select video from any of the four inputs for viewing. The DMC-VID4 can also be set to show feeds from all four inputs simultaneously or switch between inputs at a specified rotate rate. To select an input to view:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Input Select and press the ENTER

button.

Select Input to View

Select Input To View

Input 1 (Front Gate) Input 2 (Garage) Input 3 (Front Door)

• Turn the selection knob to highlight an input and press the ENTER button.

The current selection is indicated with an asterisk (*). In addition to choosing an individual input, the user can select to view all of

the inputs simultaneously (All Inputs) or have the display rotate between the inputs (Rotate Inputs). If Rotate Inputs is selected, the rotate rate must be selected as described in “Input Rotate Rate” below.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the DMC-VID4.

Input Rotate Rate

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If the DMC-VID4 is set to rotate the inputs that are displayed, the rotate rate between inputs must be set. To select a rotate rate:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Input Rotate Rate and press the

ENTER button.

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Input Rotate Rate

Input Rotation Rate

1 Second 2 Seconds 3 Seconds

• Turn the selection knob to highlight a rotate rate and press the ENTER

button. Rotate rates from one to 60 seconds can be selected. The current selection is indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the DMC-VID4.

Video Input Settings

Each of the inputs on the DMC-VID4 can be configured and monitored. To configure or monitor a video input:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight the video input to be configured or

monitored (Video Input 1 Settings through Video Input 4 Settings) and press the ENTER button.

Video Settings

Name: Front Door Video Type: No Video Resolution: No Video

• Turn the selection knob to view information on video type, resolution,

frame rate and aspect ratio. The name of the selected video input and the picture controls for the selected video input can also be adjusted.

Name:

The name of the video input can be set to provide a label for the image when it is displayed. To change the name assigned to the video input:

¾ Turn the selection knob to highlight Name and press the ENTER

button.

¾ A cursor will appear next to the current name and controls for changing

the name will also be displayed. To cancel and return to the list of options for the input card, press the MENU button.

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Edit Input Name

Front Door

Del < > Done

¾ Select letters (upper and lower-case), numbers, or other characters by

NOTE: The maximum length for any input name is 32 characters.

¾ After the new name has been entered, press Done to save the name and

return to the list of selections for the video input.

Picture Controls:

Picture controls can be used to adjust the picture’s brightness, contrast, saturation, and hue levels. To adjust the picture:

¾ Turn the selection knob to highlight Picture Contr ols and press the

ENTER button.

¾ Turn the selection knob to highlight the picture control to be adjusted

and press the ENTER button. Controls are available for brightness, contrast, saturation, and hue.

Brightness Control

Input 1 Video Settings

Brightness 50%

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Input 1 Video Settings

Contrast 50%

Saturation Control

Input 1 Video Settings

Saturation 50%

Hue Control

Input 1 Video Settings

Hue 50%

¾ Turn the selection knob to display the desired level and press the

ENTER button to save the setting and return to the list of picture controls.

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the video

input.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

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Loopback Settings

The DMC-VID4 can display information about the device connected to the HDMI OUT port as well as information on the Deep Color setting of the signal passed to the HDMI OUT port on the DMC-VID4. To view the loopback settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Loopback Settings and press the

ENTER button.

Loopback Settings

Deep Color Mode: 8 bit EDID Information

• Turn the selection knob to view the available information. ¾ To view EDID information about the display device connected to the

HDMI OUT port, turn the selection knob to highlight EDID Information and press the ENTER button.

Restore Defaults

EDID Information

Manufac turer: SHP Name: SHARP HDMI Timing: 1920x1080 @ 60Hz

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the Loopback Settings.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

Use the Restore Defaults function to reset the card to its factory settings. The cards factory settings are:

• Input Select: Input 1

• Rotate Rate: 3 seconds

• Image Display (Full or Quad): Full

• Image Format: NTSC

• Image Cycle (Enable/Disable): Disabled

• Text Overscan: 5

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• Loopback Deep Color Mode: 12 bit

• Color Space Mode: Force RGB

• Enable/Disable for inputs 1-4: All inputs enabled

• Text Color for inputs 1-4: White

• Text Box Color for inputs 1-4: Black

• Text Position for inputs 1-4: Top Left

• Brightness level for inputs 1-4: 50%

• Contrast level for inputs 1-4: 50%

• Saturation level for inputs 1-4: 50%

• Hue level for inputs 1-4: 50%

• Input Names for inputs 1-4: Camera 1- Camera 4

To restore the card’s default settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Restore Defaults and press the ENTER button.

• Press the soft button labeled Yes to restore the default setting or press the soft button labeled No to cancel and return to the list of options for th e input card.

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DMC-VID-RCA-A

The front panel controls for the DMC-RCA-A allow the user to rename the input, adjust the picture, and view information on the incoming component video source and the outgoing HDMI signal.

DMC- VID-RCA-A Controls

4. DMC-VID-RCA-A Anal

Name: Video Settings Audio Settings

Name/Rename the Input

Using the DMC-VID-RCA-A controls, the user can:

• Change the input name.

• View details on the video portion of the incoming signal

• View details on the audio portion of the incoming signal.

• View details on the signal delivered to the HDMI OUT (loopback) port.

• View details about the device connected to the HDMI OUT (loopback)

port.

• Restore the input name to its default setting.

To name and/or rename the input:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Name and press the ENTER button. A cursor will appear next to the current name and controls for changing the name will also be displayed. To cancel and return to the list of options for the input card, press the MENU button.

Edit Input Name

Game

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• Select letters (upper and lower-case), numbers, or other characters by turning the selection knob until the desired letter, number, or other character is displayed on the LCD. Move the cursor to another position by pressing the soft buttons labeled g and h. To delete a character, press the soft button marked Del.

NOTE: The maximum length for any input name is 32 characters.

• After the new name has been entered, press Done to save the name and return to the list of options for the input card.

Video Settings

The DMC-VID-RCA-A can display information about the video portion of the incoming signal and adjust the picture. To view and/or adjust the video settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Video Settings and press the ENTER button.

Video Settings

Input Type: Component Video Type: Interlaced Resolution: 1920x1080

• Turn the selection knob to view information on input type, video type, resolution, frame rate, and aspect ratio.

• The picture settings can also be adjusted. Picture controls can be used to adjust the picture’s brightness, contrast,

saturation, and hue levels. To adjust the picture:

¾ Turn the selection knob to highlight Picture Contr ols and press the

ENTER button.

¾ Turn the selection knob to highlight the picture control to be adjusted

and press the ENTER button. Controls are available for brightness, contrast, saturation, and hue.

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Brightness Control

Input 4 Video Settings

Brightness 50%

Contrast Control

Input 4 Video Settings

Contrast 50%

Saturation Control

Input 4 Video Settings

Saturation 50%

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Hue Control

Input 4 Video Settings

Hue 50%

¾ Turn the selection knob to display the desired level and press the

ENTER button to save the setting and return to the list of picture controls.

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for video

settings.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

Audio Settings

Loopback Settings

The DMC-VID-RCA-A can display information about the audio portion of the incoming signal. Available information includes format, frequency, and channels. To view audio settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Audio Settings and press the ENTER button.

Audio Settings

Audio

Format: PCM Frequency: 480kHz Channels: 2

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

The DMC-VID-RCA-A can display information about the device connected to the HDMI OUT port as well as information about the signal passed to the HDMI OUT port on the DMC-RCA-A. Available information includes Deep Color setting, audio details and EDID information. To view the loopback settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Loopback Settings and press the ENTER button.

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Loopback Settings

Deep Color Mode: 8 bit Audio EDID Information

• Turn the selection knob to view the available information.

Audio Details:

¾ To view detailed information about the audio portion of the HDMI

output signal, turn the selection knob to highlight Audio and press the ENTER button.

Audio Details

Audio

Format: PCM Frequency: 480kHz Channels: 2

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the Loopback Settings. EDID Information:

¾ To view EDID information about the display device connected to the

HDMI OUT port, turn the selection knob to highlight EDID Information and press the ENTER button.

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EDID Information

Manufac turer: SHP Name: SHARP HDMI Timing: 1920x1080 @ 60Hz

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the Loopback Settings.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

Restore Defaults

Use the Restore Defaults function to reset the card to its factory settings. The cards factory settings are:

• Loopback Deep Color Mode: 12 bit

• Color Space Mode: Force RGB

• Enable/Disable input: Input enabled

• Brightness level for inputs 1-4: 50%

• Contrast level for inputs 1-4: 50%

• Saturation level for inputs 1-4: 50%

• Hue level for inputs 1-4: 50%

To restore the card’s default settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Restore Defaults and press the ENTER button.

• Press the soft button labeled Yes to restore the default setting or press the soft button labeled No to cancel and return to the list of options for the input card.

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DMC-VID-RCA-D

The front panel controls for the DMC-RCA-D allow the user to rename the input, adjust the picture, and view information on the incoming component video source and the outgoing HDMI signal.

DMC- VID-RCA-D Controls

4. DMC-VID-RCA-D Digi

Name: Video Settings Audio Settings

Name/Rename the Input

Using the DMC-VID-RCA-D controls, the user can:

• Change the input name.

• View details on the video portion of the incoming signal

• View details on the audio portion of the incoming signal.

• View details on the signal delivered to the HDMI OUT (loopback) port.

• View details about the device connected to the HDMI OUT (loopback)

port.

• Restore the input name to its default setting.

To name and/or rename the input:

Edit Input Name

DVD

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NOTE: The maximum length for any input name is 32 characters.

• After the new name has been entered, press Done to save the name and return to the list of options for the input card.

Video Settings

The DMC-VID-RCA-D can display information about the video portion of the incoming signal and adjust the picture. To view and/or adjust the video settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Video Settings and press the ENTER button.

Video Settings

Input Type: Component Video Type: Interlaced Resolution: 1920x1080

• Turn the selection knob to view information on input type, video type, resolution, frame rate, and aspect ratio.

• The picture settings can also be adjusted. Picture controls can be used to adjust the picture’s brightness, contrast,

saturation, and hue levels. To adjust the picture:

¾ Turn the selection knob to highlight Picture Contr ols and press the

ENTER button.

¾ Turn the selection knob to highlight the picture control to be adjusted

and press the ENTER button. Controls are available for brightness, contrast, saturation, and hue.

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Brightness Control

Input 2 Video Settings

Brightness 50%

Contrast Control

Input 2 Video Settings

Contrast 50%

Saturation Control

Input 2 Video Settings

Saturation 50%

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Hue Control

Input 2 Video Settings

Hue 50%

¾ Turn the selection knob to display the desired level and press the

ENTER button to save the setting and return to the list of picture controls.

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for video

settings.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

Audio Settings

Loopback Settings

The DMC-VID-RCA-D can display information about the audio portion of the incoming signal. Available information includes format, frequency, and channels. To view audio settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Audio Settings and press the ENTER button.

Audio Settings

Audio

Format: PCM Frequency: 480kHz Channels: 2

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

The DMC-VID-RCA-D can display information about the device connected to the HDMI OUT port as well as information about the signal passed to the HDMI OUT port on the DMC-VID-RCA-D. Available information includes Deep Color setting, audio details and EDID information. To view the loopback settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Loopback Settings and press the ENTER button.

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Loopback Settings

Deep Color Mode: 8 bit Audio EDID Information

• Turn the selection knob to view the available information.

Audio Details:

¾ To view detailed information about the audio portion of the HDMI

output signal, turn the selection knob to highlight Audio and press the ENTER button.

Audio Details

Audio

Format: PCM Frequency: 480kHz Channels: 2

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the Loopback Settings. EDID Information:

¾ To view EDID information about the display device connected to the

HDMI OUT port, turn the selection knob to highlight EDID Information and press the ENTER button.

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EDID Information

Manufac turer: SHP Name: SHARP HDMI Timing: 1920x1080 @ 60Hz

¾ Press the MENU button to return to the Loopback Settings.

• Press the MENU button to return to the list of options for the input card.

Restore Defaults

Use the Restore Defaults function to reset the card to its factory settings. The cards factory settings are:

• Loopback Deep Color Mode: 12 bit

• Color Space Mode: Force RGB

• Enable/Disable input: Input enabled

• Brightness level for inputs 1-4: 50%

• Contrast level for inputs 1-4: 50%

• Saturation level for inputs 1-4: 50%

• Hue level for inputs 1-4: 50%

To restore the card’s default settings:

• Turn the selection knob to highlight Restore Defaults and press the ENTER button.

• Press the soft button labeled Yes to restore the default setting or press the soft button labeled No to cancel and return to the list of options for the input card.

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Appendix C: Output Configuration

This appendix contains detailed instructions for using the DM-MD8X8’s front panel controls to configure the DigitalMedia outputs on a DM switcher.

To view/change the configuration settings for an output:

• Open the Outputs section of Installer Tools as described on page 28.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight the output to be configured and press

the ENTER button.

• To edit or view the details of an output, turn the selection knob to highlight an output and press the ENTER button. A list of options is displayed. Turn the selection knob to highlight an option and press the ENTER button.

Output Settings for Output 1

1. DMC-CATO-HD – CAT

Name: 1 DM Output Settings HDMI Output Settings

Name/Rename an Output

• To return to the list of outputs, press the MENU button.

To name and/or rename an output:

• Open the Outputs section and select an output as described above.

• Turn the selection knob to highlight the name of the output to be

named/renamed and press the ENTER button. A cursor will appear next to the current name and controls for changing the name will also be displayed. To cancel, press the MENU button.

Edit Output Name

Living Room

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

Features and Functions

Applications

Internal Block Diagram

Specifications

Physical Description

Industry Compliance

Setup

DigitalMedia Wiring

HDCP Signal Path

Ethernet Setup

Identity Code

Installation

Hardware Hookup

Configuration

Inputs

Outputs

Network

Control

Message Log

Commission System

Programming Software

Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC

Programming with SIMPL Windows

Example Program

Uploading and Upgrading

Establishing Communication

Programs and Firmware

Program Checks

Operation

Operating Modes

Route Mode

View Mode

Info Mode

Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

Check Network Wiring

Reference Documents

Further Inquiries

Future Updates

Appendix A: Hardware Hookup for DM Cards

Input Cards

Output Cards

Appendix B: Input Card Configuration

DMC-HD

DMC-HD-DSP

DMC-VID4

DMC-VID-RCA-A

DMC-VID-RCA-D

Appendix C: Output Configuration