Extron electronic MLS 608 D SA, MLS 608 D MA, MLS 608 D User Manual
MLS 608 D Series • Setup Guide
The Extron MLS 608 D Series are eight input, multi-format AV switchers with ProDSP™ audio
and are able to integrate analog and digital sources. There are three models:
• MLS 608 D (with variable preamp output - no amplier)
• MLS 608 D MA (with 40 watt 70 volt mono power amplier)
• MLS 608 D SA (with 2 x 20 watt stereo power amplier)
This guide allows you to easily and quickly setup and configure your MLS 608 D using step by step instructions. It covers performing
basic operations using the front panel controls and selected Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) commands.
It also gives connection information for the MTP HDMI U R twisted pair receiver, which is supplied with the MLS 608 D Series unit.
See rear cover for a diagram of a typical MLS 608 D application, showing the MLS 608 D SA model.
NOTE: For full installation, configuration, and operation details for all MLS 608 D models, see the MLS 608 D Series User Guide,
and for complete details on the MTP HDMI U R, see the MTP HDMI U R User Guide, both available at www.extron.com.
Rear Panel Features — MLS 608 D and MTP HDMI U R
NOTE: The MLS 608 D SA, as shown below, is representative of the MLS 608 D Series. It has the maximum number and type of
connectors and features of the three models. The MLS 608 D model lacks the power amplifier output.
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MLS 608 D SA
100-240V 50/60 Hz
1.2A MAX
CONFIGURABLE ANALOG INPUTS
1
2
BUFFERED OUTPUT
3
6
ANALOG OUTPUT
4 (MTP)
AUDIO
+12 V OUT
PWR OUT=
AUDIO INPUTS
6
LR
3
LRLR
1
2
AUDIO OUTPUTS
MIC/LINE
+ 48V
LR1LR2LR
LR5LR7LR812 12
4/8 OHM - 20W x 2
5
7
DIGITAL INPUTS
DIGITAL OUTPUT
6
12
8
VIDEO + RS-232
MTP
+
12W
MLS 608 D SA
RS-232 INSERT
Tx
Tx
RS-232
PWR OUT = 7.2 W
14
N/A
N/A
Rx
+12V
Rx
HOST
12
1
2
4
5
7
8
9
10
11
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Power, Analog, and Digital Connections Audio and RS-232 Connections
AC power connector
a
RGB, component/S-video/composite inputs: 15-pin HD
b
connectors (inputs 1-3, see rear page for pinout details)
Buffered output: 15-pin HD connector (tied only to input 1)k Line level audio output: 5-pole captive screw connectors
c
Universal MTP RJ-45 connector (input 4, see rear page for
d
pinout details)
12 V output MTP/HDMI U R power source: 2-pole captive
e
screw connector
Analog video and audio MTP output: RJ-45 connector
f
Digital inputs: HDMI connectors (inputs 5-8)
g
Audio inputs: 5-pole captive screw connectors (inputs 1-3, 5-8)
i
Mic/line level audio inputs (1-2): 3-pole captive screw connectors
j
and phantom power LEDs
(audio outputs 1-2)
Power amplifier output connector (MA and SA units only)
l
RS-232 control/configuration port and +12 V power output
m
(for optional MLC power source): 5-pole captive screw connector
RS-232 insertion pass-through port: 5-pole captive screw connector
n
h Digital video and RS-232 outputs: RJ-45 connectors
MTP/HDMI U R
DIGITAL INPUT
POWER
12V
0.8A MAX
A
Power input
Digital signal inputs (1 and 2)
Digital (HDMI) output
RS-232 pass-through connector
12
B
DIGITAL OUTPUT
HDMI
C
K
RS-232
PASS THRU
Tx Rx
D
R-Y
MTP INPUT
B-Y
Y
RGB
E
F
MTP input
RGBHV, RGBS output*
S-video output*
Mono audio output * = Analog outputs
J
VID
Y/C
ANALOG OUTPUTS
AG H
I
RS-232
Tx Rx
SPARE
MONO AUDIO
1
2
RS-232 port (analog side), not used in MLS 608 D system
Composite video output*
Component video (R-Y, Y, B-Y) output*
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MLS 608 D Series • Setup Guide (Continued)
Twisted Pair (TP) Cable Transmission Distance
CAUTION: Do not connect the MTP cable to any LAN port, telecommunications network, or digital video output port. Likewise,
do not connect a LAN cable to any MTP or digital video output port.
There are different maximum distances for analog and digital signals.
Analog signals —
The maximum distance is determined by the frequency and resolution of the signal that is input to the MLS 608 D. The table below
specifies the recommended maximum transmission distances using Extron Enhanced Skew-Free™ A/V UTP cable or UTP CAT 5, 5e, or 6
cable, terminated with RJ-45 connectors.
NOTE: The transmission distance varies greatly depending on the signal resolution and on the type of cable, graphics card, and
display used in the system.
Maximum Transmission Distances for Analog Signals at 60 Hz for MLS 608 D
Video Format With Pre-Peak Off
Feet (Meters)
Composite, S-video
Component Video
1024x768* <300 (90) >350 (105) 450 (135) 450 (135) 550 (170) 550 (170)
1280x1024* <250 (75) >300 (90) 350 (105) 350 (105) 450 (135) 450 (135)
1600x1200* <250 (75) >300 (90) 300 (90) 300 (90) 450 (135) 450 (135)
1920x1200 <200 (60) >250 (75) 300 (90) 250 (75) 400 (120) 400 (120)
HDTV 720p <250 (75) >300 (90) 400 (120) 400 (120) 500 (150) 500 (150)
HDTV 1080p <250 (75) >250 (75) 300 (90) 250 (75) 400 (120) 400 (120)
* same spec at 75 Hz
For any transmission distances beyond 350 feet (100 m), turn on the pre-peak function on the transmitting device (MTP transmitter).
<300 (90)
<300 (90)
With Pre-Peak On
Feet (Meters)
>350 (105)
>350 (105)
Max. Distance (High Quality)
Feet (Meters)
Input
(from source)
700 (215)
700 (215)
Output
(to receiver)
700 (215)
700 (215)
Max. Distance (Variable Quality)
Feet (Meters)
Input Output
700 (215)
750 (230)
800 (245)
750 (230)
Digital signals —
NOTES: • The transmission distance varies greatly depending on the signal resolution and on the type of cable, graphic
card, and display used in the system.
• DO NOT use Extron UTP23SF-4 Enhanced Skew-Free A/V cable to link the switcher digital output port and the
MTP/HDMI U R receiver. Use of this cable will cause problems with the digital signal input side of the receiver.
• For resolutions of 1600x1200, 1920x1200, and 1080p, Extron strongly recommends STP201 cable, or equivalent.
STP201 cable consists of four individually shielded copper pairs and an overall braided shield that help reduce
crosstalk and extend these resolutions up to 150 feet (45 m).
• It is important to ensure the cable from output 1 on the switcher (see page 1, h ) is connected to input 1 on the
receiver (see page 1,
Likewise, output 2 on the switcher must be connected to input 2 on the receiver.
).
Maximum Transmission Distance for Digital Signals at 60 Hz
from MLS to MTP/HDMI U R
Resolution UTP CAT 5/5e/6
Feet (Meters)
STP CAT 5/5e/6
Feet (Meters)
STP201
Feet (Meters)
1024x768 200 (61) 200 (61) 200 (61)
1600x1200 100 (38) 125 (38) 150 (46)
1920x1200 100 (38) 125 (38) 150 (46)
720p 200 (61) 200 (61) 200 (61)
1080i 200 (61) 200 (61) 200 (61)
1080p 100 (38) 125 (38) 150 (46)
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CAUTION
Installation and Cabling
NC NC
Step 1 — Mount the Switcher
Turn off or disconnect all equipment power sources and rack mount
the MLS 608 D using the two supplied brackets (see image at right).
2U Rack Mount
Bracket (use four
lower holes)
Step 2 — Connect MLS 608 D Inputs
Video — Connect inputs from video sources to the applicable connectors marked “Inputs” (see b, d, and g on page 1 for
connector types).
b Inputs 1-3 — RGB (RGBHV, RGBs, or RGsB), component (bi- or tri-level), S-video, or composite video signals. See rear cover
for connector pin-out table.
d Input 4 — Universal MTP (video and audio) input on CAT 5, 5e, or 6 twisted pair cabling
CAUTION: Do not connect the MTP cable to any LAN port, telecommunications network, or digital video output port.
Likewise, do not connect a LAN cable to any MTP, or digital video output port.
g Inputs 5-8 — Digital HDMI (HDMI 1.3) and DVI-D (using an adapter cable) inputs
Audio — Connect inputs from audio sources to the applicable connectors marked “Inputs”
(see d, i, and j on page 1 for connector types).
i Inputs 1-3 and 5-8 (line level analog stereo). Wire as shown
at right.
d Input 4 (see d above).
NOTE: HDMI inputs 5-8 have the capability to de-embed source input audio (default setting).
Do not tin
the wires!
(5 mm)
MAX.
Tip
Sleeve
Tip
Sleeve
Unbalanced Input
(high impedance) (high impedance)
Ring
Sleeve (s)
Ring
Tip
Tip
Balanced Input
LR
Tip
Sleeve
Unbalanced Mic Input
j Mic/line inputs 1-2 (mono). Wire as shown at right.
Do not tin
the wires!
(5 mm)
MAX.
NOTE: These inputs have +48 V phantom power available, and the LEDs light when power is present. This power is
turned on or off via software. “Off” is the default setting.
Step 3 — Connect MLS 608 D Outputs
NOTE: For TP cables with RJ-45 connectors, use the same standard (T568A or T568B) at both ends. See rear cover for details.
Video — Connect video output devices to the applicable connectors marked “Outputs” (see c, f and h on page 1).
c Buffered output — This signal is always tied to input 1, RGB (RGBHV, or RGBs), component (bi- or tri-level),
S-video, or composite video signals.
f Analog video output from inputs 1-4, output on CAT 5, 5e, or 6 twisted pair cabling to the MTP/HDMI U R receiver
(see on page 1)
h Digital video and RS-232 outputs on CAT 5, 5e, or 6 twisted pair cabling to MTP/HDMI U R receiver (see
Audio — Connect audio output devices to the applicable connectors marked “Outputs” (see f, k and l on page 1).
f MTP analog audio output (line level mono only) on CAT 5, 5e, or 6 twisted pair cabling
Tip
NO Ground Here
Sleeve(s)
Tip
NO Ground Here
Unbalanced Output Balanced Output
Wiring
To 4/8 Ohm
Speaker Load
5 mm Captive Screw
k Two line level audio outputs.
Wire as shown at right.
For unbalanced audio, connect
the sleeve(s) to the ground contact.
DO NOT connect the sleeve(s)
to the negative (-) contacts.
l Power amplifier output, either as
2-channel stereo, 20 watts per channel (MLS 608 D SA model) or mono audio, 40 watts per channel,
70 volts (MLS 608 D MA model). Wire as shown at below right.
CAUTIONS: • Do not connect L and R output channels to each other,
or to ground. Doing so will short the outputs and
damage the amplifier.
• Do not short the “ +” and “_” connectors together.
Doing so will damage the amplifier.
Ring
Sleeve
Balanced Mic Input
LR
Tip
AUDIO
Ring
Sleeve(s)
Tip
Ring
MLS 608 D MA Wiring
To 70 V Speaker
L
R
5 mm Captive Screw
Tip
on page 1)
LR
AUDIO
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