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Quantum Ultra® Videowall Processor • Setup Guide

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The Extron Quantum Ultra 610 and 305 Videowall Processors are modular 4K video processors that support ultra-high resolutions
up to 2560x1600 and 4096x2160 (4K) on inputs and outputs. One processor can support multiple videowalls with mixed
resolutions and screen orientations. They also provide customizable output resolutions, edge blend compensation, input and
output image rotation, and mullion compensation for compatibility with most display technologies. USB, RS-232, and Ethernet
interfaces provide direct connections for control systems.

The Quantum Ultra 610 is a 6U, 10-slot card frame, while the Quantum Ultra 305 is a 3U frame with 5 card slots. Each input
card contains four HDMI connectors. The output cards contain either four HDMI or four DTP outputs. Both chassis support
any combination of input and output cards. Additional inputs and outputs can be added to a system with use of one or more
additional chassis.

The Extron Videowall Conguration Software (VCS), which can be downloaded from the Extron website at no cost, provides a
means of conguring videowall displays and saving window presets.

NOTE: For full installation, configuration, and operation details, see the Quantum Ultra User Guide, available at

www.extron.com.

Rear Panel Features and Connections

Quantum Ultra Rear Panel

NOTE: Figure 1 shows the rear panel of a Quantum Ultra 610. The Quantum Ultra 305 has the same rear panel connectors

except that it is 3U high, and has only five card slots and no secondary power connector.

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Primary AC power connector

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Redundant AC power connector (Quantum Ultra 610 only)

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HDMI Out system output connector

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USB system connectors

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Figure 1. Quantum Ultra 610 Rear Panel

Primary AC power connector — Connect AC power to this IEC connector for the primary power supply.

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Redundant power connector (Quantum Ultra 610 only) — (Optional) Connect a second AC power source to this IEC

B

USB Config control connector

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RS-232 control connector

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LAN connectors A and B

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Input and output card slots

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connector for the secondary power supply to provide uninterrupted operation in the event of failure of the primary supply.

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Quantum Ultra • Setup Guide (Continued)

Power switch — Press the bottom of this momentary rocker switch to power the unit off and on.

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z If the unit is off, pressing and releasing this switch powers it on.

z If the unit is on, pressing and holding this switch for approximately 5 seconds powers it down.

z If the unit is logged into the Quantum Ultra operating system, pressing and releasing this switch initiates a safe shutdown

of the unit.

HDMI Out system output connector — (Optional) Connect an HDMI monitor to this female HDMI connector to view

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activity and interactions with the embedded operating system and the Quantum Ultra Control Panel.

USB system connectors — (Optional) Connect a flash drive, or human interface devices (HIDs) such as a keyboard or

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mouse, to one or more of these three USB A connectors to enable interaction with the embedded operating system.

USB Config control connector — Connect a computer to this USB connector to enable control of the Quantum Ultra via

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VCS and Simple Instruction Set™ (SIS™) commands.

RS-232 control connector — Connect a control system or computer to this 3-pole 3.5 mm captive screw connector to

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enable control of the Quantum via SIS commands. RS-232 protocol for this port is 9600 baud, 1 stop bit, no parity, 8 data
bits, and no ow control.

LAN connectors A and B — Connect one or both of these RJ-45 Ethernet connectors to a network to access:

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z A computer with VCS installed, to set up the videowall (see Configuring the Videowall on page 3).

z A control device such as an Extron IP Link Pro or IPCP for AV control of the Quantum Ultra.

z A network with Virtual Network Computing (VNC) servers to stream desktops to the Quantum Ultra.

Input and output card slots — Each of these slots supports either an input or an output card, depending on the

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configuration that was ordered (at least one input and one output card must be installed). Each input card has four female
HDMI connectors, to which you can connect up to four HDMI sources. Each output card has either four HDMI connectors or
four DTP connectors, to which you can connect up to four HDMI displays or DTP receivers.

Installation Steps

WARNING: To avoid electric shock or product damage due to condensation, always let the Quantum Ultra become

acclimated to ambient temperature and humidity for at least 30 minutes before switching it on. This is very important
when you are moving the unit from a cold to a warm location.

AVERTISSEMENT : An d’éviter un risque éventuel de choc électrique ou d’endommagement du produit dû à la

condensation, laisser toujours le temps à la source d’alimentation de le Quantum Ultra à la température et à l’humidité
ambiantes, pendant au moins 30minutes, avant de les brancher. Ceci est particulièrement important lorsque vous
déplacer l’unité depuis un lieu frais vers un lieu chaud.

ATTENTION:

• All structural steps and electrical installation must be performed by qualied personnel in accordance with local

and national building codes and electrical codes.

• Toute étape structurelle et installation électrique, doit être effectuée par un personnel qualié, conformément aux

codes du bâtiment, aux codes incendie et sécurité, et aux codes électriques, locaux et nationaux.

1. Disconnect power from all equipment.

2. (Optional) Mount the unit to a rack using the supplied screws (see the

illustration at right).

3. Connect the video inputs and outputs. Connect HDMI sources to

connectors on the installed input cards and HDMI displays or DTP receivers
to connectors on the output cards. Secure each HDMI device cable to the
connector with a provided LockIt® HDMI Cable Lacing Bracket.

4. Connect a control device — For remote control, connect a control device or

a computer to:

a. The RJ-45 LAN A or LAN B jack to enable conguration and control of the

Quantum Ultra via SIS commands or VCS

b. (Optional) The USB mini B Cong connector to enable conguration and

control via SIS commands or VCS

c. (Optional) The 3-pole captive screw RS-232 connector to enable serial control via SIS commands

5. Connect power to the Quantum Ultra primary and redundant (optional) IEC connectors.

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6. Power on the Quantum Ultra and all connected devices.

7. Download and install the Videowall Configuration Software on your computer.

8. Configure sources, displays, and presets for your videowall system using VCS (see “Conguring the Videowall”).

Configuring the Videowall

The Videowall Conguration Software program enables you to congure and control the Quantum Ultra from the computer by
creating a videowall project. This section provides the procedure for setting up the videowall using the software. For detailed
information, see the Videowall Configuration Software help le, accessible from the software.

Downloading, Installing, and Starting the Software

1. Download the Videowall Conguration Software from

www.extron.com.

a. On the Extron web page, hover the mouse pointer over the

Download tab (see 1 in the illustration at right).

b. Slide the pointer to the Software link (

column and click the link.

c. On the Download Center page, click the V link in either of

the alphabet links at the top and bottom of the screen.

d. Scroll to locate VCS on the list, and click its Download link at

the far right.

e. On the next screen, enter the requested information and click the Log in button. If you need an Extron Insider ID,

contact your Extron representative.

f. Follow the instructions on the subsequent screens to download and install VCS. By default, the program les are placed

at C:\Program Files (x86)\Extron\Extron VCS.

2. Open the software program either by double-clicking the VCS icon that is placed on your desktop during

installation (shown at right), or by clicking Start > All Programs > Extron Electronics > Videowall
Conguration Software. The Extron VCS program opens with the Connection screen (see gure 2).

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Figure 2. VCS New Project Screen

When VCS is rst opened, it searches for devices that are connected to the network. The Select Device(s) to Add:
panel displays a list of Quantum Ultra devices that were detected (see gure 2, 1).

NOTE: A gateway IP address is required on the PC running VCS for the Quantum Ultra to be detected. The gateway

address need not be valid or on the same subnet for the device to be detected.

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