EXTRON ELECTRONICS CrossPoint Ultra, CrossPoint 450 Plus User Manual [ru]

User Guide

Matrix Switchers

CrossPoint 450 Plus Series
CrossPoint Ultra Series
MAV Plus Series

Matrix Switchers

68-521-20 Rev. D

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Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions • English

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FCC Class A Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part15 of the FCC rules. The ClassA limits provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference. This interference must be corrected at
the expense of the user.

ATTENTION: The Twisted Pair Extension technology works with unshielded twisted pair (UTP)

or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables; but, to ensure FCC Class A and CE compliance, STP
cables and STP Connectors are required.

For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compatibility,
accessibility, and related topics, see the “

Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Guide” on the Extron website.

Copyright

© 2014 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved.

Trademarks

All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.

The following registered trademarks

®

, registered service marks

(SM)

, and trademarks

(TM)

are the property of

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Registered Trademarks

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INTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V-Lock, VersaTools, VN-Matrix, VoiceLift, WallVault, WindoWall, XTP, and XTP Systems

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AAP, AFL (Accu-Rate Frame Lock), ADSP (Advanced Digital Sync Processing), AIS (Advanced Instruction Set), Auto-Image, CDRS (Class D
Ripple Suppression), DDSP (Digital Display Sync Processing), DMI (Dynamic Motion Interpolation), DriverConfigurator, DSPConfigurator, DSVP
(Digital Sync Validation Processing), FastBite, FOXBOX, IP Intercom HelpDesk, MAAP, MicroDigital, ProDSP, QS-FPC (QuickSwitch Front Panel
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(SM)

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Conventions Used in this Guide

Notifications

The following notifications are used:

WARNING: A warning indicates a situation that has the potential to result in death or

severe injury.

ATTENTION: Attention indicates a situation that may damage or destroy the product or

associated equipment.

NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.

TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier.

Software Commands

Commands are written in the fonts shown here:

^AR Merge Scene,,Op1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C

[01] R 0004 00300 00400 00800 00600 [02] 35 [17] [03]

E X1$ *X1(* X2** X3!* X2( CE}

NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses mentioned

in this guide, the character “0” is used for the number zero and “O” represents the
capital letter “o.”

Computer responses and directory paths that do not have variables are written in the font
shown here:

Reply from 208.132.180.48: bytes=32 times=2ms TTL=32

C:\Program Files\Extron

Variables are written in slanted form as shown here:

ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t

SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX

Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are
written in the font shown here:

From the File menu, select New.
Click the OK button.

Specifications Availability

Product specification are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.

Contents

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

About this Guide ............................................. 1

About the Crosspoint and MAV

Matrix Switchers ............................................. 1

CrossPoint Ultra Switchers............................ 5

CrossPoint 450 Plus Switchers ...................... 6

MAV Plus Switchers ..................................... 6

Definitions ....................................................... 8

Features ........................................................... 8

Installation .............................................12

Setup and Installation Checklist ...................... 12

Rear Panel Views............................................ 13

CrossPoint 450 Plus Switchers .................... 14

CrossPoint Ultra Switchers.......................... 15

MAV Plus Switchers ................................... 16

Rear Panel Connections ................................. 19

Video Input and Output (Video Models) ..... 19

Sync Termination Switches (CrossPoint) ...... 23

Audio Input and Output (Audio Models) .... 24

RS-232/RS-422 ........................................... 26

Ethernet ..................................................... 27

Reset Button .............................................. 28

External Sync (MAV Plus Video Models) ...... 28

Power ........................................................ 29

Front Panel Configuration Port

(All Matrix Sizes up to 1616, and

MAV Plus 248A and MAV Plus 328A Only) .... 30

Operation ...............................................31

Front Panel Controls and Indicators ................ 31

Input and Output Buttons .......................... 34

Control Buttons ......................................... 36

I/O Controls ............................................... 38

Power LEDs (2412 and Larger Models

Only) ......................................................... 39

Button Icons .............................................. 39

Front Panel Operations ................................... 40

Definitions ................................................. 40

Power ........................................................ 41

Front Panel Security Lockouts ..................... 41

Creating a Configuration ........................... 42

Viewing the Configuration ......................... 47

I/O Grouping .............................................. 51

Setting RGB delay (CrossPoint switchers)

Using Presets.............................................. 57

Muting and Unmuting Video and Audio

Outputs .................................................... 60

Viewing and Adjusting the Input

Audio Level (Audio Models) ...................... 63

Viewing and Adjusting the Analog

Output Volume (Audio Models) ................. 68

Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive

Modes) ..................................................... 75

Performing a System Reset from the

Front Panel ............................................... 76

Background Illumination ............................ 77

Selecting the Rear Panel Remote Port

Protocol and Baud Rate ............................. 77

Rear Panel Operations .................................... 78

Performing Soft System Resets

(Resets 3, 4, and 5) — CrossPoint Ultra

and MAV Plus 88, 128, 816, 164, 168,

1212, 1616, 248, and 328 Matrix Sizes ..... 80

Performing Soft Resets —

CrossPoint 450 Plus and MAV Plus 2412,

2424, 3216, and 3232 Matrix Sizes ........... 81

Performing a Hard Reset — All Models....... 82

Optimizing the Audio (Audio Models) ............ 83

Troubleshooting ............................................. 83

Plasma Display S-video Problem

(CrossPoint Switchers) ............................... 83

Configuration Worksheets ............................. 84

Worksheet Example 1:

System Equipment .................................... 84

Worksheet Example 2:

Daily Configuration ................................... 85

Worksheet Example 3:

Test Configuration .................................... 86

32-button switchers configuration

worksheet ................................................. 87

16-button switchers configuration

worksheet ................................................. 88

.... 55

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Contents v

Programming Guide ..............................89

Serial Ports ..................................................... 90

Rear Panel RS-232/RS-422 Port .................. 90

Front Panel Configuration Port ................... 90

Ethernet (LAN) Port ........................................ 90

Default IP Addresses................................... 91

Establishing a Connection .......................... 91

Connection Timeouts ................................. 91

Number of Connections ............................. 91

Using Verbose Mode .................................. 92

Host-to-Switcher Instructions ......................... 92

Switcher-initiated Messages ........................... 92

Switcher Error Responses ............................... 93

Using the Command and Response Tables ..... 94

Command and Response Table for

SIS Commands .......................................... 94

Command and Response Table for

IP- and Remote Port Specific SIS

Commands ............................................. 107

Special Characters........................................ 109

Matrix Software ................................... 110

Matrix Switchers Control Program ................ 110

Software Operation via Ethernet .............. 110

Software Operation via a Serial Port ......... 111

Installing the Software ............................. 111

Using the Matrix Switcher Control

Software ................................................. 112

Updating the Firmware ............................ 119

Uploading HTML files ............................... 123

Windows Buttons, Drop Boxes, and

Trash Can................................................ 124

Windows Menus ...................................... 124

Using Emulation Mode ............................. 127

Using the Help System ............................. 128

Button-Label Generator Program ................. 129

Installing the Button Label Generator

Software ................................................. 129

Using the Button-Label Generator

Software ................................................. 130

HTML Operation ................................... 131

Download the Startup Page ......................... 132

Status Tab .................................................... 133

System Status Page .................................. 133

DSVP Page (CrossPoint Switchers) ............ 134

Configuration Tab ........................................ 134

System Settings Page ............................... 134

Passwords Page........................................ 137

Email Settings Page .................................. 138

File Management Tab ................................... 141

File Management Page ............................. 141

Control Tab .................................................. 142

Set and View Ties page ............................ 142

RGB and Audio Settings Page .................. 143

Global Presets Page .................................. 148

Ethernet Connection............................ 149

Ethernet Link ............................................... 149

Ethernet Connection ................................ 149

Default IP Address .................................... 149

Pinging to Determine

the Extron IP Address .............................. 150

Pinging to Determine

the Web IP Address ................................. 150

Configuring the CrossPoint or

MAV Plus Switcher for Network

Use via the ARP Command ..................... 151

Connecting as a Telnet Client ................... 152

Telnet Tips ................................................ 152

Subnetting — A Primer ................................ 154

Gateways ................................................. 154

Analog and Remote Devices ..................... 154

IP Addresses and Octets ........................... 154

Subnet Masks and Octets ......................... 155

Determining Whether Devices Are

on the Same Subnet ............................... 155

Reference Information ........................ 156

Mounting the Switcher ................................ 156

UL Guidelines ........................................... 157

Mounting Instructions .............................. 157

Removing and Installing Button Labels ......... 158

Making Labels from Paper Templates........ 158

Installing Labels in the Buttons ................. 158

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Contents vi

Introduction

• About this Guide

• About the CrossPoint and MAV Matrix Switchers

• Definitions

• Features

About this Guide

This guide contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the complete
Extron family of full-function, medium- and large-sized, analog video matrix switchers,
specifically:

• CrossPoint 450 Plus large (matrix sizes from 24 inputs by 12 outputs to up to 32 inputs

by 32 outputs) ultra-wideband RGBHV and audio matrix switchers

• CrossPoint Ultra small (matrix sizes 16 inputs by 16 outputs and smaller) ultra-wideband

RGBHV and audio matrix switchers

• MAV Plus broadcast quality HDTV/component video, S-video, and composite video and

audio matrix switchers

About the Crosspoint and MAV Matrix Switchers

Matrix switchers distribute any input to any combination of outputs. The matrix switchers
can route multiple input/output configurations simultaneously.

The matrix switchers are single box solutions to complex wideband (CrossPoint 450 Plus
and CrossPoint Ultra, see figure 1 on the next page) or low resolution (MAV Plus, see

figure 2, on the next page) video and audio routing applications. Each input and output is

individually isolated and buffered, and any input(s) can be switched to any one or all outputs
with virtually no crosstalk or signal noise between channels.

All of the matrix switchers are available in a variety of matrix sizes (the matrix size is the
number of inputs and outputs).

CrossPoint 450 Plus and CrossPoint Ultra series switchers offer two models of each matrix
size:

• HVA for switching RGBHV video and two-channel stereo audio

• HV for switching RGBHV video signals only

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 1

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CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 2

MAV Plus series switchers offer multiple models of all matrix sizes, with one, two, or three
(MAV Plus 1616 and smaller) video planes, to support different low resolution video formats
(exceptions are noted in MAV Plus Switchers on page 6):

• HDA for switching component/HDTV video and two-channel stereo audio

• HD for switching component/HDTV video signals only

• SVA for switching S-video and two-channel stereo audio

• SV for switching S-video signals only

• AV for switching composite video and two-channel stereo audio

• V for switching composite video signals only

• A for switching two-channel stereo audio only

NOTES:

• “Video model” refers to any switcher model that switches video.

• “Audio model” refers to any switcher model that switches audio.

• When “450 Plus” or “Ultra” is not specified, “CrossPoint” refers to either model.

All audio models, with the exception of the MAV Plus 128 AV RCA, input and output audio
on 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw terminals. The MAV Plus 128 AV RCA inputs and outputs
audio on RCA connectors.

For all switchers with video and audio, the audio switching can either be linked with the
video (audio follow) or independent of the video (audio breakaway).

Adjustable input audio gain and attenuation compensates for level differences between
audio inputs.

Each matrix switcher can be remotely controlled via its Ethernet port, its rear panel
RS-232/RS-422 port, or its front panel Configuration (RS-232) port (MAV Plus matrix sizes
up to 1616, MAV Plus 248 A, MAV Plus 328 A, and CrossPoint Ultra only). The matrix
switchers are programmed with the Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS), a set of basic
ASCII code commands that provide simple control through a control system or PC without
programming long, obscure strings of code. SIS commands can be entered via either the
Ethernet link or either serial link.

The Ethernet port can be connected through a local area network (LAN) or wide area
network (WAN).

All models feature e-mail notification of maintenance or other concerned personnel
concerning the status of the power supplies and fans and the loss or resumption of sync on
individual inputs.

The matrix switchers can be remotely controlled via their rear panel Remote RS-232/RS-422
ports, their rear panel LAN port, and their front panel Configuration port by any of the
following:

• A control system

• A PC

• An Extron MKP 2000 remote control panel

• An Extron MKP 3000 remote control panel

• (RS-232/RS-422 only) An Extron MCP 1000 remote control panel

• (RS-232/RS-422 only) An Extron MKP 1000 remote keypad

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 3

The matrix switchers are housed in rack-mountable, metal enclosures with 19” rack ears.
The amount of vertical rack space required for each switcher is as follows:

• 2U high enclosure

• MAV Plus 84, 88, 124, and 128 HDA, HD, SVA, and SV switchers

• MAV Plus 84, 88, 124, 128, 816, 164 (audio only), 168, 1212, and 1616 AV,

AV RCA, V, and A switchers

• 3U high enclosure

• CrossPoint 84, 88, and 128 HV and HVA switchers

• MAV Plus 168, 1212, and 1616 SVA and SV switchers

• MAV Plus 328 and 248 A switchers

• 4U high enclosure

• MAV Plus 168, 816, and 1616 HDA and HD switchers

• 5U high enclosure

• MAV Plus 2412, 2424, 3216, and 3232 SV, AV, V, and A switchers

• 6U high enclosure

• CrossPoint 168, and 1212, 1616 HV and HVA switchers

• 8U high enclosure

• CrossPoint 450 Plus 2412 and 2424 HV and HVA switchers

• MAV Plus 2412, 2424, 3216, and 3232 SVA switchers

• 10U high enclosure

• CrossPoint 450 Plus 3216 and 3232 HV and HVA switchers

The appropriate rack mounting kit is included with each switcher.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 4

Each model has an internal 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, switching power supply that
provides worldwide power compatibility. The CrossPoint 450 Plus 2412, 2424, 3216, and
3232 and MAV Plus 2412, 2424, 3216, and 3232 each have two, primary and redundant,
power supplies. The power ratings of the power supplies for the various switchers are as
follows:

• 20 watts

• MAV Plus 128 AV RCA

• MAV Plus 88 and 128

• 30 watts

• CrossPoint 84, 88, and 128

• MAV Plus 816, 168, 1212, and 1616

• MAV Plus 164 A

• 36 watts

• CrossPoint 168, 1212, and 1616

• 48 watts

• MAV Plus 328 A

• MAV Plus 248 A

• 100 watts

• MAV Plus 2412 and 3216

• 120 watts

• MAV Plus 2424 and 3232

• 150 watts

• CrossPoint 450 Plus 2412 and 3216

• 180 watts

• CrossPoint 450 Plus 2424 and 3232

CrossPoint Ultra Switchers

There are six CrossPoint Ultra series matrix sizes available, each in an HVA (RGBHV video
and audio) and HV (RGBHV video only) model:

• CrossPoint Ultra 84 (8 inputs by 4 outputs)

• CrossPoint Ultra 88 (8 inputs by 8 outputs)

• CrossPoint Ultra 128 (12 inputs by 8 outputs)

• CrossPoint Ultra 168 (16 inputs by 8 outputs)

• CrossPoint Ultra 1212 (12 inputs by 12 outputs)

• CrossPoint Ultra 1616 (16 inputs by 16 outputs)

The CrossPoint Ultra Series switchers have a minimum bandwidth of 525 MHz (-3 dB). All
models can also switch RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs, HDTV, component video, S-video, and
composite video.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 5

CrossPoint 450 Plus Switchers

There are four CrossPoint 450 Plus series matrix sizes available, each in an HVA (RGBHV
video and audio) and HV (RGBHV video only) model:

• CrossPoint 450 Plus 2412 (24 inputs by 12 outputs)

• CrossPoint 450 Plus 2424 (24 inputs by 24 outputs)

• CrossPoint 450 Plus 3216 (32 inputs by 16 outputs)

• CrossPoint 450 Plus 3232 (32 inputs by 32 outputs)

The CrossPoint 450 Plus Series switchers have a minimum bandwidth of 450 MHz (-3 dB).
All models can also switch RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs, HDTV, component video, S-video, and
composite video.

MAV Plus Switchers

There are 13 different MAV Plus matrix sizes available, in a combination of matrix sizes and
low resolution video formats, with or without audio or with audio only. The various matrix
sizes and video formats are as follows:

• MAV Plus 88 (8 inputs by 8 outputs)

• HDA (component/HDTV video and audio)

• HD (component/HDTV video only)

• SVA (S-video and audio)

• SV (S-video only)

• AV (composite video and audio)

• V (composite video only)

• A (audio only)

• MAV Plus 128 (12 inputs by 8 outputs)

• HDA • HD

• SVA • SV

• AV • V • A

• MAV Plus 128 AV RCA (12 inputs by 8 outputs)

• AV (with RCA audio connectors)

• MAV Plus 816 (8 inputs by 16 outputs)

• HDA • HD

• SVA • SV

• AV • V • A

• MAV Plus 164 (16 inputs by 4 outputs)

• A

• MAV 168 Plus (16 inputs by 8 outputs)

• SVA • SV

• AV • V • A

• MAV 1212 Plus (12 inputs by 12 outputs)

• SVA • SV

• AV • V

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 6

• MAV 1616 Plus (16 inputs by 16 outputs)

• HDA • HD

• SVA • SV

• AV • V • A

• MAV 248 Plus (24 inputs by 8 outputs)

• A

• MAV 2412 Plus (24 inputs by 12 outputs)

• SVA • SV

• AV • V • A

• MAV 2424 Plus (24 inputs by 24 outputs)

• SVA • SV

• AV • V • A

• MAV 328 Plus (32 inputs by 8 outputs)

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• MAV 3216 Plus (32 inputs by 16 outputs)

• SVA • SV

• AV • V • A

• MAV 3232 Plus (32 inputs by 32 outputs)

• SVA • SV

• AV • V • A

MAV Plus HDA and HD switchers can also route low resolution RGsB and RsGsBs video
signals. HDA and HD switchers can also route multiple composite video planes or S-video
and composite video. If used in this way, the various video planes cannot be broken away;
the input signals on the Y, R-Y, and B-Y input BNCs must be routed to the same outputs.

MAV Plus SVA and SV switchers can also be used to switch two planes of composite video.
If used in this way, the two video planes cannot be broken away; the input signals on the
luma and chroma input BNCs must be routed to the same outputs.

The MAV Plus Series switchers have a bandwidth of 150 MHz (-3 dB).

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 7

Definitions

The following terms, which apply to Extron matrix switchers, are used throughout this guide:

Tie — An input-to-output connection.
Set of ties — An input tied to two or more outputs. (An output can never be tied to more

than one input.)

Configuration — One or more ties or one or more sets of ties.
Current configuration — The configuration that is currently active in the switcher (also

called configuration 0)
Global memory preset — A configuration that has been stored. Up to 32 global memory

presets can be stored in memory. Preset locations are assigned to the input buttons and
(where necessary) output buttons. Up to 20 or 32 (depending on the number of input and
output buttons) presets can be selected from the front panel for either saving or retrieving.
When a preset is retrieved from memory, it becomes the current configuration. All models
have 32 presets; on models with fewer than 32 input and output buttons, preset numbers
that are too high to be available from the front panel are still accessible under serial port or
Ethernet control.

Room — A subset of outputs that are logically related to each other, as determined by the
operator. The switchers support up to 10 rooms, each of which can consist of anywhere
from 1 to 16 outputs.

Room memory preset — A configuration consisting of outputs in a single room that
has been stored. When a room preset is retrieved from memory, it becomes the current
configuration. The switchers support up to 10 presets per room.

Features

Video — All switchers input and output video on BNC connectors.

CrossPoint — Both switcher models input and output ultra-wideband RGBHV or

RGBS video. They can also switch RGsB, RsGsBs, component/HDTV, S-video, or
composite video.

MAV Plus — These switchers input and output NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, or
SECAM video or HDTV video inputs. Depending on the video format of the switcher,
these switchers can distribute low resolution RGsB, RsGsGs, component/HDTV,
S-video, or composite video.

Bandwidth —

CrossPoint — Both CrossPoint switcher models provide a minimum of

425 MHz (-3 dB) video bandwidth, fully loaded.
MAV Plus — The MAV Plus switchers provide a minimum of 150 MHz (-3 dB) video

bandwidth, fully loaded.

Audio inputs (audio models) —

All audio models, with the exception of the MAV Plus 128 AV RCA — Input

and output stereo audio, balanced or unbalanced, on 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw
terminals.

MAV Plus 128 AV RCA — Input and output unbalanced stereo audio on left and right
RCA connectors.

Audio input gain/attenuation (audio models) — Individual input audio levels can be
adjusted so there are no noticeable volume differences between sources. Users can set the
input level of audio gain or attenuation (-18 dB to +24 dB) via the Ethernet link, either serial
port link, or the front panel.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 8

Audio output volume (audio models) — The audio volume of each output can be

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MATRIX INPUT STATUS

Input # 01

Signal: PRESENT
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Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 02

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 03

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
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Input # 04

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 05

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 06

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 07

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 08

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 09

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 10

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 11

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 12

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

Input # 01

Signal: PRESENT
Sync Type: H&V
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz

displayed and adjusted through a range of full output to completely silent from the front
panel or under serial port or Ethernet control.

Digital Sync Validation Processing (DSVP) (CrossPoint) — In critical environments or
unmanned, remote locations, it may be vital to know that sources are active and switching.
The Extron DSVP confirms that input sources are active by scanning all sync inputs for
active signals. DSVP provides instantaneous frequency feedback for composite sync
or separate horizontal and vertical sync signals via the serial ports or Ethernet port. The
frequency information can be displayed on any control system or in a Windows®-based
control program on a local-area network (LAN) or Internet (IP) connection (see figure 3).

Figure 3. DSVP Data Display

RGB Delay (CrossPoint) — A CrossPoint switcher can briefly blank the RGB (video)

output while it switches to the sync source of the new input, and then switches the RGB
signals. This allows a brief delay for the display to adjust to the sync timing of the selected
input before displaying the new picture, which will appear without glitches. RGB delay, also
known as Triple-Action Switching or video mute switching, is user selectable from 0 to 5
seconds, in half-second increments.

Rooming — Each switcher can be programmed to group multiple outputs to specific
“rooms,” allowing them to have their own presets.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 9

Switching flexibility — Provides individually buffered, independent matrix switched

outputs with audio follow and audio breakaway for audio models.

• Tie any input to any or all outputs

• Quick multiple tie — Multiple inputs can be switched to multiple outputs

simultaneously. This allows all displays (outputs) to change from source to source at the
same time.

• Audio follow — Audio can be switched with its corresponding video input via front

panel control or under Ethernet or serial port remote control.

• Audio breakaway — Audio can be broken away from its corresponding video signal.

This feature allows any audio signal to be selected with any video signal simultaneously
to one or all outputs in any combination. Audio breakaway switching can be done via
front panel control or under Ethernet or serial port remote control.

Operational flexibility — Operations such as input/output selection, setting of presets,
and adjustment of audio levels can be performed on the front panel or via the Ethernet or
serial link. The serial links allow remote control via a PC or control system. The Ethernet link
allows multiple remote links with two levels of password protection.

• Front Panel Controller — The front panel controller supports input and output

selection, I/O grouping, preset creation and selection, RGB delay, and audio gain and
attenuation and volume control (audio models). The front panel features illuminated
pushbuttons that can be labeled with text or graphics.

• Windows-based control program — For serial port or Ethernet remote control from

a PC, the Extron Windows-based control software provides a graphical interface and
drag-and-drop/point-and-click operation. The Windows-based control program also
has an emulation mode that lets you create a switcher configuration file at the home
office and then download it for use by the switcher on site.

• Simple Instruction Set (SIS) — The remote control protocol uses Extron SIS for easy

programming and operation.

• Remote control panels and keypads — The matrix switchers are remote

controllable, using the optional MKP 2000 and MKP 3000 remote control keypads. The
remote control devices are easy to use and provide tactile buttons for quick selection.
Each MKP can be used for input-to-output switching, one-touch switching for a
particular output. The MKP 3000 also can be used for selection of global presets.

Upgradeable firmware — The firmware that controls all switcher operation can be
upgraded in the field via either serial port or the Ethernet port, without taking the switcher
out of service. Firmware upgrades are available for download on the Extron Web site,

www.extron.com and they can be installed using the Windows-based control program or

built-in HTML pages.
Labeling — The Extron button label software lets you create labels to place in the front

panel I/O buttons, with names, alphanumeric characters, or color bitmaps for easy and
intuitive input and output selection. Alternatively, labels can be made with any Brother™
P-Touch™ or comparable labeler.

Global memory presets — 20 or 32 (depending on the model) global memory presets
are available on the front panel as a time-saving feature that lets you set up and store input/
output configurations in advance. You can then recall those configurations, when needed,
with a few simple steps. All 32 presets are available via serial port or Ethernet control.

Rack mounting — Rack mountable in any conventional 19” wide rack.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 10

Three front panel security lockout modes (Executive modes) — If a matrix switcher

is installed in an open area, where operation by unauthorized personnel may be a problem,
either of two security lockout modes can be implemented (the third mode is unlocked).
When a front panel locked mode is enabled, a special button combination or SIS command
is required to unlock the front panel controller and make the front panel fully operational.

I/O grouping — Allows the matrix to be virtually divided into smaller sub-switchers,
making installation and control easier. I/O grouping limits the selection of inputs and outputs
to members of the same group. I/O grouping allows specific outputs, such as those
designated for a specific purpose, to be grouped together.

Power — The matrix switchers’ 100 VAC to 240 VAC, internal power supply(s) provides
worldwide power compatibility.

Primary and redundant power supplies (Matrix sizes 2412 and larger only)—
Includes two internal 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, switching power supplies, which
provide worldwide power compatibility.

The power supply circuitry is configured to automatically switch over from the primary
supply to the hot redundant supply in the case of a failure.

The hot redundant power supply means high reliability for the system and no loss of
functionality should the primary supply fail; the redundant power supply immediately
assumes the load.

Power supply status LEDs (Matrix sizes 2412 and larger only)— Front panel LEDs
indicate the status of the primary and redundant power supplies.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Introduction 11

Installation

This sections details the installation and configuration of the CrossPoint Matrix Switchers
and MAV Plus Matrix Switchers, including:

• Setup and Installation Checklist

• Rear Panel Views

• Rear Panel Connections

• Front Panel Configuration Port

Setup and Installation Checklist

Get ready

c Familiarize yourself with the matrix switcher.

c Obtain IP setting information for the matrix switcher from the local network administrator

(see Ethernet Connection on page 149).

Installation the switcher and make all connections

c If desired, install the switcher in a rack (page 156).

c Cable input and output video devices (page 19).

c Cable input and output audio devices (page 24).

c If desired, connect computers or control systems to any of the remote control ports

(rear panel serial port [page 26], LAN port [page 27]), and front panel serial port
[page 30], on the switcher.

c Connect power (page 29).

c Test the switcher by creating a tie (page 43).

c If desired, create and replace button labels (see Removing and Installing Button

Labels on page 158).

Ancillary operations

c Install the Matrix Switchers Control Program (see the Matrix Software beginning on

page 110.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 12

Rear Panel Views

All connectors for all switchers are on the rear panel. Figure 4 through figure 14, on the
following pages, show a representative sampling of all of the matrix switchers described in
this guide. See Rear Panel Connections, on page 19, for connecting cables to the rear
panel connectors.

ATTENTION:

a Video Input BNC connectors — See page 19 (CrossPoint) or page 21 (MAV).
b Video Output BNC connectors — See page 19 (CrossPoint) or page 21 (MAV).
c Sync termination switches (CrossPoint) — See page 23.
d Audio Input captive screw connections — See page 24.
e Audio Output captive screw connections — See page 24.
f Audio Input RCA connections — See page 25.
g Audio Output RCA connections — See page 25.
h RS-232/422 DB-9 connector — See page 26.

• Use electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions (be electrically grounded) when

making connections. Electrostatic discharge can damage equipment, even if you
cannot feel, see, or hear it.

• Remove system power before making all connections.

i Ethernet (LAN) RJ-45 port — See page 27.
j Reset button — See page 28.
k Ext(ernal) Sync BNC connector — See page 28.
l Power IEC connector — See page 29.

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NOTE: The CrossPoint Ultra 168 is housed in the same 6U enclosure, but has fewer

input connectors to accommodate its smaller matrix size.

Figure 5. CrossPoint Ultra 1616 HVA Matrix Switcher

Figure 6 shows the CrossPoint Ultra 128 HVA RGB video and stereo audio matrix switcher.

NOTE: The CrossPoint Ultra 84 and 88 are housed in the same 3U enclosure, but have

fewer output connectors to accommodate their smaller matrix sizes.

Figure 6. CrossPoint Ultra 128 HVA Matrix Switcher

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Figure 7 shows the MAV Plus 3232 SVA S-video and stereo audio switcher.

NOTE: The MAV Plus 2412, 2424, and 3216 are housed in the same 8U enclosure, but

have fewer input or output connectors to accommodate their smaller matrix sizes.

Figure 7. MAV Plus 3232 SVA Matrix Switcher

Figure 8 shows a portion of the MAV Plus 3232 V composite video matrix switcher without
audio and a portion of the MAV Plus 3232 A audio-only matrix switcher.

NOTE: Both of these switchers feature the same matrix size as figure 7, but in a 5U

enclosure and with or without composite video format and audio.

Figure 8. MAV Plus 3232 Matrix Switchers with Various Formats

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 16

Figure 9 shows a MAV Plus 1616 HDA component/HDTV video and stereo audio switcher.

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NOTE: The rear panel of the MAV Plus 816 and 168 models have the same features as

the MAV Plus 1616 series models (see figure 9 and figure 10), but have fewer input or
output connectors to accommodate their smaller matrix sizes.

Figure 9. MAV Plus 1616 HDA Matrix Switcher

Figure 10 shows a portion of the MAV Plus 1616 SVA S-video and stereo audio matrix
switcher, a portion of the MAV Plus 1616 V composite video matrix switcher without audio,
and a portion of the MAV Plus 1616 A audio-only matrix switcher.

NOTE: All of these switchers feature the same matrix size as figure 9, but with different

video formats and with or without video or audio.

Figure 10. MAV Plus 1616 Matrix Switchers with Various Formats

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 17

Figure 11 shows a MAV Plus 128 AV RCA composite video and stereo audio (with inputs

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Figure 11. MAV Plus 128 AV RCA Matrix Switcher

Figure 12 shows a MAV Plus 128 HDA component/HDTV video and stereo audio matrix
switcher.

NOTE: The MAV Plus 88 models are housed in the same 2U enclosure, but have fewer

input or output connectors to accommodate their smaller matrix sizes.

Figure 12. MAV Plus 128 HDA Matrix Switcher

Figure 13 shows a portion of the MAV Plus 128 SV S-video matrix switcher without audio,
a portion of the MAV Plus 128 AV composite video and stereo audio matrix switcher, and a
portion of the MAV Plus 128 A audio-only matrix switcher.

NOTE: All of these switchers feature the same matrix size as figure 12, but with different

video formats and with or without audio.

Figure 13. MAV Plus 128 Matrix Switchers with Various Formats

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 18

Figure 14 shows a MAV Plus 248 A audio matrix switcher (audio only).

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connectors to accommodate its larger matrix size.

Figure 14. MAV Plus 248 A Matrix Switcher

Rear Panel Connections

ATTENTION:

• Use ESD precautions (be electrically grounded) when making connections.

Electrostatic discharge can damage equipment, even if you cannot feel, see, or
hear it.

• Remove system power before making all connections.

Video Input and Output (Video Models)

NOTE: The switchers do not alter the video signal in any way. The signal output by the

switcher is in the same format as the input.

RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers)

The switcher can connect to up to as many as 32 (CrossPoint 450 Plus) or 16
(CrossPoint Ultra) RGBHV video sources, depending on the model. The switcher can output
to as many as 32 or 16 RGBHV video devices, depending on the model.

NOTES:

• On all CrossPoint 450 Plus switchers and CrossPoint Ultra matrix sizes of 8 x 16

and larger, the connectors for each video plane are grouped together (all of the red
inputs grouped together, all of the green inputs grouped, and so on). Ensure that
you connect the input on each video plane to the corresponding connector in the
correct group (see figure 15, on the next page).

• Both CrossPoint models can also switch RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs, component video,

S-video, or composite video by using four, three, two, or one BNC(s). If switching a
video format other than RGBHV, ensure that the same video planes (R, G, B, H/HV,
or V) are used on the switcher output as on the input.

a Video inputs — Connect RGB video, component/HDTV video, S-video, or composite

video inputs, as applicable, to these BNC connectors for each input. Figure 15, on the
next page, shows how to connect the RGB video format to each configuration.

b Video outputs — Connect RGB video, component/HDTV video, S-video, or

composite video displays, as applicable, or other devices to these BNC connectors
for each output. Figure 15, on the next page, shows how to connect the RGB video
format to each configuration.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 19

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CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 20

Video (MAV Plus switchers)

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NOTES:

• Video input and output connections are made with female BNC connectors. Some

video input and output devices do not have BNC video output connectors. For
these cases, a suitable cable or connector adapter is necessary.

• The connectors for each video plane are grouped together (for example, for

component/HDTV switchers, all of the Y inputs grouped together, all of the R-Y
inputs grouped, and so on). Ensure that you connect the input on each video plane
to the corresponding connector in the correct group (see figure 16, below and

figure 17 and figure 18, both on the next page).

The switcher can connect to up to as many as 32 S-video or composite video or up to
16 component/HDTV video, S-video, or composite video sources, depending on the
model. The switcher can output to as many as 32 S-video or composite video or up to 16
component video, S-video, or composite video devices, depending on the model.

a Video inputs — Connect component/HDTV video (see figure 16), S-video

(see figure 17), or composite video (see figure 18) inputs, as applicable, to these
BNC connectors for each input.

b Video outputs — Connect component/HDTV video (see figure 16), S-video

(see figure 17), or composite video (see figure 18) displays, as applicable, or other
devices to these BNC connectors for each output.

Figure 16. MAV Plus Component/HDTV Video Connections

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 21

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Figure 17. MAV Plus S-video Connections

Figure 18. MAV Plus Composite Video Connections

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 22

Sync Termination Switches (CrossPoint)

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c Sync termination switches — The RGB (CrossPoint) matrix switchers have input

Sync termination switches on the rear panel (see figure 19) that provide a way to
condition non-TTL sync levels greater than 5V p-p. Sync termination enables the sync
to be properly passed from input to selected output(s). The matrix switchers have two
sets of sync termination switches; one for horizontal or combined sync and a second
set for vertical sync.

The CrossPoint 450 Plus matrix switchers have Sync termination switches for inputs 1
through 8.

The CrossPoint Ultra matrix switchers have Sync termination switches for inputs 1
through 4.

Figure 19. Sync Termination Switches

Each switch provides the option of selecting either 510 ohms or 75 ohms.
The 75 ohms position is required only for an input with non-TTL sync, greater than
5V p-p. The normal position is 510 ohms.

NOTE: An input that produces an out of sync display, a display that is rolling

vertically with or without horizontal tearing, could indicate a non-TTL sync input.
A device that is known to output non-TTL sync levels (greater than 5V p-p)
should be connected to one of the inputs with sync termination switches, and the
switches for that input should be set to the 75 ohm position. If you are not sure,
check the specifications in the User Guide for the input device.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 23

Audio Input and Output (Audio Models)

Unbalanced Stereo Input

Balanced Stereo Input

Do not tin the wires!

Tip

Ring

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Ring

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RCA Connector

3.5 mm Stereo Plug Connector

(balanced)

By default, the audio ties follow the video ties. Audio breakaway ties select from any one
of the audio input sources and route it separately from its corresponding video source
(see Example 3: Remove a tie from a set of ties on page 45). You can also use an

SIS command (see page 95), the Matrix Switchers Control Program (see page 113), or

the HTML pages (see Set and View Ties Page on page 142).

Captive Screw Connector Models (all Except MAV Plus 128 AV RCA)

d Connections for balanced and unbalanced audio inputs — Each input has

a 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connector for balanced or unbalanced stereo audio
input. Connectors are included with each switcher, but you must supply the audio
cable. Figure 20 shows how to wire a connector for the appropriate input type. Use the
supplied tie-wrap to strap the audio cable to the extended tail of the connector.

Figure 20. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Audio Inputs

ATTENTION: The audio connector can easily be inadvertently plugged partially into

one receptacle and partially into an adjacent receptacle. This misconnection could
damage the audio output circuits. Ensure that the connector is plugged fully and
only into the desired input or output.

NOTES:

• The length of exposed wires is important. The ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm).

• If the stripped section of wire is longer than 3/16 inch, the exposed wires

may touch, causing a short circuit.

• If the stripped section of wire is shorter than 3/16 inch, wires can be easily

pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws.

• Do not tin the power supply leads before installing them in the connector.

Tinned wires are not as secure in the connector and could be pulled out.

• See figure 21 to identify the tip, ring, and sleeve when you are making

connections for the switcher from existing audio cables. A mono audio
connector consists of the tip and sleeve. A stereo audio connector consists of
the tip, ring and sleeve. The ring, tip, and sleeve wires are also shown on the
captive screw audio connector diagrams, figure 20 and figure 22.

Figure 21. Typical Audio Connectors

The audio level for each input can be individually set via the front panel or Ethernet or
serial port control to ensure that the level on the output does not vary from input to input
(see Viewing and Adjusting the Input Audio Level on page 63). You can also use
an SIS command (see page 96), the Matrix Switchers Control Program (see page

125), or the HTML pages (see Change the input gain and attenuation (audio
models) on page 144).

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 24

e Connections for balanced and unbalanced audio outputs — These 3.5 mm,

Unbalanced Stereo Output Balanced Stereo Output

Do not tin the wires!

Tip

NO GROUND HERE

NO GROUND HERE

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LR

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Ring

LR

5-pole captive screw connectors output the selected unamplified, line level audio.
Connect audio devices, such as an audio amplifier or powered speakers. See figure 22
to properly wire an output connector. Use the supplied tie-wrap to strap the audio cable
to the extended tail of the connector.

Figure 22. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Audio Output

ATTENTION: For unbalanced audio, connect the sleeves to the ground contact.

DO NOT connect the sleeves to the negative (-) contacts.

NOTE: The length of exposed wires is important. The ideal length is 3/16 inch

(5 mm). See the NOTES on page 24 for details.

The volume level for each analog output can be individually set via the front panel or
remote control (see the Viewing and Adjusting the Analog Output Volume on
page 68). You can also use an SIS command (see page 97), the Matrix Switchers
Control Program (see page 125), or the HTML pages (see Change the output

volume level (audio models) on page 146).

RCA connector model (MAV Plus 128 AV RCA)

f Connections for unbalanced audio inputs — Each input has a pair (left and right)

of female RCA connectors for unbalanced stereo audio input.

g Connections for unbalanced audio outputs — Each output has a pair (left and

right) of female RCA connectors for unbalanced stereo audio output.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 25

RS-232/RS-422

All Models

Matrix Sizes:

2412 through 3232

Matrix Sizes:

84 through 1616

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h Remote RS-232/RS-422 connector — Connect a host device, such as a

computer, touch panel control, or RS-232 capable PDA to the switcher via this 9-pin D
connector for serial RS-232/RS-422 control (see figure 23).

Figure 23. Remote RS-232/RS-422 Connector

See Programming Guide, beginning on page 89, for definitions of the SIS commands
(serial commands to control the switcher via this connector) and Matrix Software,
beginning on page 110, for details on how to install and use the control software.

NOTE: The switcher can support either the RS-232 or RS-422 serial

communication protocol, and operate at 9600, 19200, 38400, or 115200 baud
rates. See Selecting the rear panel RS-232/RS-422 port protocol and

baud rate on page 77, to configure the RS-232/RS-422 port from the front

panel.

If desired, connect an MKP 2000 or MKP 3000 remote control panel to the
RS-232/RS-422 connector on the switcher. See the MKP 2000 Remote Control Panel
User Guide or the MKP 3000 Remote Control Panel User Guide for details.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 26

Ethernet

reversed) is a "crossover" cable.

no pin/pair assignments are swapped.

Inser

Pins:

Crossover Cable Straight-through Cable

Link

LED

LED

i Ethernet port — If desired, for IP control of the system, connect the matrix switcher

to a PC or to an Ethernet LAN, via this RJ-45 connector. You can use
a PC to control the networked switcher with SIS commands from
anywhere in the world. You can also control the switcher from a PC that
is either running the Extron Windows-based control program or that has
downloaded HTML pages from the switcher.

Ethernet connection indicators — The Link and Act LEDs indicate
the status of the Ethernet connection. The Link LED indicates that the
switcher is properly connected to an Ethernet LAN. This LED should
light steadily. The Act LED indicates transmission of data packets on the
RJ-45 connector. This LED should flicker as the switcher communicates.

It is vital that your Ethernet cables be the correct cable type and that they be properly
terminated with the correct pinout. Ethernet links use unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or
shielded twisted pair (STP) cables, terminated with RJ-45 connectors. Ethernet cables
are limited to a length of 330 feet (100 m).

NOTES:

• Do not use standard telephone cables. Telephone cables do not support

Ethernet or Fast Ethernet.

• Do not stretch or bend cables. Transmission errors can occur.

The cable used depends on your network speed. The switcher supports both
10 Mbps (10Base-T — Ethernet) and 100 Mbps (100Base-T — Fast Ethernet),
half-duplex and full-duplex Ethernet connections.

• 10Base-T Ethernet requires CAT 3 UTP or STP cable at minimum.

• 100Base-T Fast Ethernet requires CAT 5e UTP or STP cable at minimum.

The Ethernet cable can be terminated as a straight-through cable or a crossover cable
and must be properly terminated for your application (see figure 24).

• Crossover cable — Direct connection between the computer and the matrix

switcher

• Patch (straight) cable — Connection of the matrix switcher to an Ethernet LAN.

12345678

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Pair Wires

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Connector

A cable that is wired as T568A at one end
and T568B at the other (Tx and Rx pairs

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Figure 24. RJ-45 Connector and Pinout Tables

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 27

Wire color

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MAV Plus AV 3232.

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Matrix Switcher

RESET

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Black Burst Color Bar
Audio Generator

j Reset button — The Reset button initiates various levels of reset to the

matrix switcher. Press and hold the button while the switcher is running or
while you power up the switcher for different reset levels.

See Rear Panel Reset Operations on page 78, for details.

NOTE: The CrossPoint 450 Plus and MAV Plus 2412, 2424, 3216, and 3232 do not

have the Reset LED shown in the figure at right.

External Sync (MAV Plus Video Models)

The MAV Plus switcher switches between inputs during the vertical interval period, resulting
in glitch-free video switching. The MAV switcher can use an external signal to synchronize
switching during the vertical interval. Without the external sync locking feature, switching
between inputs can result in a brief rolling (sync loss) or a brief change in the picture size.

k Ext(ernal) Sync connector — Connect an external sync signal to this BNC

connection for genlocking the video signal in broadcast or other sync-critical
applications.

Figure 25 shows a basic external sync configuration. The Ext Sync connector receives
the timing signal. A tee connector on the connector allows the signal to be passed on to
another video device, if required. Terminate the tee connector if desired.

Figure 25. Simple External Sync Connection Example

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 28

Figure 26 shows another configuration, in which the timing source passes through three

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VSC 900D

Computer-to-Video
Scan Converter

DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER

video cameras and a video scan converter before connecting to the switcher. This type
of video camera is capable of synchronizing with the external timing source for video
editing applications.

Figure 26. Multiple Device External Sync Connection Example

Power

If no external sync timing source is connected to the switcher, switching occurs
immediately.

l AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord into this connector to

connect the switcher to a 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power source.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 29

Front Panel Configuration Port

AUDIO

VIDEO

I/O

CONTROL

ENTERPRESET

VIEW

ESC

CONFIG

ULTRA-WIDEBAND MATRIX SWITCHER WITH ADSP

™

CROSSPOINT ULTR A SERIES

1

6 feet

(1.8 m)

5

1

9

6

Sleeve (Gnd)

Ring

Tip

9-pin D Connection TRS Plug

Pin 2 Rx line on the computer Tip
Pin 3 Tx line on the computer Ring
Pin 5 Signal ground on the computer Sleeve

(All Matrix Sizes up to 1616, and MAV Plus 248A and MAV Plus 328A Only)

Figure 27. Front Panel Configuration Port

a Configuration port — This 2.5 mm mini stereo jack serves the same communications

function as the rear panel RS-232/RS-422 port, but it is easier to access than the rear
port after the matrix switcher has been installed and cabled. The optional 9-pin D to 2.5
mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable (see figure 28), can be used for this connection.

Figure 28. Optional 9-pin TRS RS-232 Cable

NOTES:

• This port is independent of the rear panel RS-232/RS-422 port and is not

affected by changes to the protocol of the rear panel port. The protocol of this
front panel port can be changed, under SIS command control only. See the
Command and Response table for IP SIS commands, on page XX, to configure
all ports under SIS control.

• A front panel Configuration port connection and a rear panel RS-232/RS-422

port connection can both be active at the same time.

• This port is RS-232 only, with its default protocols as follows:

• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit • no flow control

• The maximum distances from the matrix switcher to the controlling device

can vary up to 200 feet (61 m). Factors such as cable gauge, baud rates,
environment, and output levels (from the switcher and the controlling device)
all affect transmission distance. Distances of about 50 feet (15 m) are typically
not a problem. In some cases the matrix switcher may be capable of serial
communications via RS-232 up to 250 feet (76 m) away.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Installation 30

Operation

This section describes the front panel operation of the CrossPoint Matrix Switchers and
MAV Plus Matrix Switchers, including:

• Front Panel Controls and Indicators

• Front Panel Operations

• Rear Panel Operations

• Optimizing the Audio (Audio Models)

• Troubleshooting

• Configuration Worksheets

NOTE: The operation and appearance of all CrossPoint 450 Plus, CrossPoint Ultra, and

MAV Plus switchers are very similar. Exceptions:

• The video selection button is labeled “RGBHV” on the CrossPoint models and

“Video” on the MAV Plus switchers.

• The MAV Plus switchers do not offer RGB delay switching.

• The MAV Plus 248 A and MAV Plus 328A are in smaller enclosures than other

24-input and 32-input marix sizes. Unlike other switchers in small enclosures, they
have front panel Primary and Redundant Power Supply indicators.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

The front panel controls (see figure 29 through figure 31) are in two sets. The input and
output buttons are on the left side of the control panel. The control buttons and video/audio
(I/O) selection buttons are on the right side of the panel.

NOTE: While the number of inputs and outputs varies depending on the size and

model of the matrix switcher, there are only three front panel arrangements: 12 input
buttons by 8 output buttons (see figure 29), 16 by 16 (see figure 30), and 32 by 32
(see figure 31). See table 1, on the next page, to identify the front panel arrangements
used by each switcher model.

On smaller matrix switchers, the larger-numbered buttons are not used for input
and output selection, although they are used to select and indicate preset numbers,
indicate the input audio level, and indicate the output audio volume.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 31

Table 1. Comparison of Front Panels of Models

Switcher model

Panel

32 x 3212 x 8 Figure

CrossPoint Ultra

84, 88, 124, 128

MAV Plus

88, 128

CrossPoint Ultra

MAV Plus

816, 1212, 1616

CrossPoint 450 Plus

MAV Plus

248, 2412, 2424, 328, 3216, 3232

30

29

16 x 16

31

AUDIO

VIDEO

I/O

CONTROL

ENTER PRESET

VIEW

ESC

INPUTS

1

2

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5

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9

10

11 12

OUTPUTS

1

2

3 4

5

6

7 8

CONFIG

ULTRA-WIDEBAND MATRIX SWITCHER WITH ADSP

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ULTR A

SERIES

3 4 7 8

1
2

5 6

AUDIO

VIDEO

I/O

CONTROL

ENTER PRESET

VIEW

ESC

INPUTS

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AV MATRIX SWITCHER

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CONFIG

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1
2

5 6

The pushbuttons can be labeled with text or graphics. The pushbuttons can be set to
provide background illumination all the time or the background illumination can be turned off
(see Background illumination on page 77). When selected, the pushbuttons blink or are
lit at full intensity, depending on the operation.

Figure 29. Front panel, CrossPoint Ultra 128 HVA

Figure 30. Front Panel, MAV Plus 1616 HDA

a Input buttons — See page 35. e View button — See page 37.
b Output buttons — See page 35. f Esc button — See page 37.
c Enter button — See page 36. g RGBHV or Video button — See page 38.
d Preset button — See page 37. h Audio button — See page 39.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 32

C O N T R O L

I / O

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a Input buttons — See page 35. f Esc button — See page 37.
b Output buttons — See page 35. g RGBHV or Video button — See page 38.
c Enter button — See page 36. h Audio button — See page 39.
d Preset button — See page 37. i Power Supply LEDs — See page 39.
e View button — See page 37.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 33

Input and Output Buttons

Primary functions

Action Select input or output for tie being created.
Indication Blink: potential tie/untie.

NOTES:

• Input and output buttons cannot select an input number or output number that is

higher than your matrix size supports. Buttons numbered higher than your matrix
size do have other functions as described in the following pages.

• See Front Panel Operations, beginning on page 40 for detailed descriptions of

the following operations.

Lit: current tie

Amber: video and audio tie

Green: video only tie

Red: audio only tie

1 2 3

Secondary functions

I/O Grouping Action 1: Input 1 and

Output 1:

Select I/O

Group mode.

Action 2/
indication:

Presets Action

Indication Lit: A preset has already been saved to this location.

RGB Delay Indication: CrossPoint:

Input audio
level

Output
audio
volume

Output
mutes

Background
illumination

Action Input buttons: Select the input for audio gain or attenuation adjustment.
Indication Input buttons lit: Input audio selected for adjustment.
Indication Output buttons lit or blinking: Indicate the input gain or attenuation level.
Action Output buttons: Select the output for audio volume adjustment.
Indication Output buttons lit: Output audio is selected for adjustment.
Indication Input buttons lit or blinking: Indicated the output volume level.
Action Output buttons: Press and hold to mute or unmute the output.
Indication Output buttons blinking: Output is muted.
Action Input 1 and Input 2:

Toggle between background

illumination or buttons unlit.

Assign an input or output to the selected group.

Lit: Input or output is assigned to the selected group.

Select a preset in Preset mode.

Blink: Preset location is selected to be saved.

Input 1 through 10: Indicate the RGB delay.

32

through up to

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 34

a Input buttons — The input buttons have one primary function (❏) and six secondary

functions (•):
❏ Select and identify an input for ties or for audio level adjustment (audio models).

• (Input 1) With the Output 1 button, select I/O Group mode.

• Assign an input to the selected group in I/O Group mode and indicate its

assignment.

• Select a preset.

• (CrossPoint switchers, Input 1 through 10) Display the RGB delay.

• (Audio models) Display the volume of the selected output.

• (Input 1 and Input 2) Toggle background illumination of the buttons on and off.

b Output buttons — The output buttons have one primary function (❏) and five

secondary functions (•):

❏ Select and identify an output for ties or for volume adjustment.

• (Output 1) With the Input 1 button, select I/O Group mode.

• Assign an output to the selected group in I/O Group mode and indicate its

assignment.

• (84, 88, 124, 128, 1212, and 1616 matrix sizes) Select a preset.

• Mute the output.

• (Audio models) Display the audio level of the selected input.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 35

Control Buttons

Primary functions

Action Save changes Select Preset mode Select View mode Cancel or Escape
Indication Blink: Save needed Blink: Save preset

NOTE: See Front Panel Operations, beginning on page 40 for detailed descriptions

of the following operations.

Lit: Recall preset

View mode

selected

Flashes once

ENTER PRESET

VIEW

Secondary functions

I/O Grouping Action/

Select group 1 Select group 2 Select group 3 Select group 4

indication:

Port
configuration

Action 1 Select Configuration mode.
Action 2 Select 9600 baud Select 19200 baud Select 38400 baud Select 115200 baud
Indication Blink: 9600 baud Blink: 19200 baud Blink: 38400 baud Blink: 115200 baud

Front panel
locks

Action1

With Video and

Audio, select Lock

mode 2 or toggle

between mode 0

and mode 2.

RGB Delay Action: CrossPoint:

In RGB Delay

mode, decrease

the switching

interval.

Audio Action In Audio mode,

decrease input

level or output

volume.

ESC

In RGB Delay

mode, increase the

switching interval.

In Audio mode,
increase input

level or output

volume.

c Enter button — The Enter button has two primary functions (❏) and four secondary

functions (•):

❏ Saves configuration or preset changes that you make on the front panel. To create

a simple configuration:

 Specify video, audio, or both (see I/O buttons [item g] and [item h]).
 Press the desired input button (item a).
 Press the desired output button or buttons (item b).
 Press the Enter button.

❏ Indicates that a potential tie has been created but not saved.

• In the I/O Group mode, select group 1 and indicate the selection.

• With the Preset, View, and Esc buttons, selects Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode.

• Selects 9600 baud for the rear panel Remote port in Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode and indicates the selection.

• With the RGBHV or Video and Audio buttons, select front panel security Lock mode

2 or toggle between mode 0 (unlocked) and mode 2.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 36

d Preset button — The Preset button has two primary functions (❏) and three secondary

functions (•):

❏ Activates Save Preset mode to save a configuration as a preset and Recall Preset

mode to activate a previously-defined preset.

❏ Blinks when Save Preset mode is active and lights steadily when Recall Preset

mode is active.

• In the I/O Group mode, select group 2 and indicate the selection.

• With the Enter, View, and Esc buttons, selects Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode.

• Selects 19200 baud for the rear panel Remote port in Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode and indicates the selection.

e View (<) button — The View (<) button has one primary function (❏) and six

secondary functions (•):

❏ Select and indicate View-only mode, which displays the current configuration.

NOTE: View-only mode also provides a way to mute and unmute the outputs.

• In the I/O Group mode, select group 3 and indicate the selection.

• (CrossPoint switchers) Decrease the RGB delay of switches to the selected

output.

• (Audio models) Decreases the audio level of the selected analog input.

• (Audio models) Decreases the volume of the selected analog output.

• With the Enter, Preset, and Esc buttons, selects Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode.

• Selects 38400 baud for the rear panel Remote port in Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode, and indicates the selection.

f Esc (>) button — The Esc (>) button has two primary functions (❏) and six secondary

functions (•):

❏ Cancels operations or selections in progress and resets the front panel button

indicators.

❏ Flashes once to indicate that the escape function has been activated.

• In the I/O Group mode, select group 4 and indicate the selection.

• (CrossPoint switchers) Increase the RGB delay of switches to the selected

output.

• (Audio models) Increases the audio level of the selected analog input.

• (Audio models) Increases the volume of the selected analog output.

• With the Enter, Preset, and View buttons, selects Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode.

• Selects 115200 baud for the rear panel Remote port in Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode and indicates the selection.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 37

I/O Controls

NOTE: See Front Panel Operations, beginning on page 40 for detailed descriptions

of the following operations.

Primary functions

Action Select video Select audio
Indication Green: selected Red: selected

RGBHV

Secondary functions

Front panel
locks

RGB Delay Action/

Resets Action 1 Perform a system reset.

Port
configuration

Audio Action Select Audio mode.

You must specify video, audio, or both when you are creating or viewing a configuration.
This is done with the RGBHV button (CrossPoint switchers) or Video button (MAV Plus
switchers) (g) and Audio (h) buttons.

Action 1 With Enter, select Lock mode 2 or toggle

between mode 0 and mode 2.

Action 2 Select Lock mode 1 or toggle between mode 2

Select RGB Delay mode.

indication

Action Select RS-232. Select RS-422
Indication Blink: selected Blink: selected

Blinks green.

VIDEO AUDIO

or

and mode 1.

g RGBHV (CrossPoint) button or Video (MAV Plus) button — The RGBHV

(CrossPoint switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button has one primary function
(❏) and five secondary functions (•):

❏ Selects and deselects video for a configuration that is being created or viewed and

lights green to indicate that video is available for configuring or for viewing.

• With the Enter button and Audio button, selects between front panel locks (Lock

mode 2 and Lock mode 0).

• With the Audio button, commands the front panel system reset.

• (CrossPoint switchers) Selects the RGB delay mode, in which you can set the

RGB delay.

• Selects the RS-232 protocol for the rear panel Remote port in Serial Port Selection

and Configuration mode and indicates the selection.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 38

h Audio button — The Audio button has one primary function (❏) and six secondary

functions (•):

❏ Selects and deselects audio for a configuration that is being created or viewed and

lights to indicate that audio is available for configuration or viewing.

• (Audio models) Selects the Audio mode, in which you can adjust the analog input

audio level and the analog output audio volume.

• With the Enter button and RGBHV or Video button, selects between front panel

locks (Lock mode 2 and Lock mode 0).

• With the RGBHV or Video button, selects between front panel locks (Lock mode 2

and Lock mode 1).

• With the RGBHV or Video button, commands the front panel system reset.

• Selects the RS-422 protocol for the rear panel Remote port in Serial Port Selection

and Configuration mode and indicates the selection.

Power LEDs (2412 and Larger Models Only)

i Primary and Redundant Power Supply LEDs —

Green — Indicates that the associated power supply is operating within normal
tolerances.

Red — Indicates that the associated power supply is operating outside the normal
tolerances or has failed.

Button Icons

The numbered translucent covers on the input and output pushbuttons can be removed
and replaced to insert labels behind the covers.

Input and output labels can be created easily with the Extron Button-Label Generator
software, which is available on the Extron web site (www.extron.com). Each input and
output can be labeled with names, alphanumeric characters, or color bitmaps for easy
and intuitive input and output selection (see figure 32). See Button-Label Generator

Program, on page 129, for details on using the labeling software. See Removing and
Installing Button Labels, on page 158, for details on using the labeling software, blank

labels you can fill in yourself, and a procedure for removing and replacing the translucent
covers.

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Figure 32. Sample Button Icons

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 39

Front Panel Operations

The following sections detail the power-up process and then provide sample procedures for
the following actions:

• Creating ties, sets of ties, and configurations

• Changing a configuration

• Viewing ties, sets of ties, and configurations

• I/O grouping

• Setting the RGB delay

• Saving a preset

• Recalling a preset

• Muting and unmuting outputs

• Viewing and Adjusting the Input Audio Level

• Viewing and Adjusting the Output Volume

• Locking and unlocking the front panel

• Performing front panel resets

• Toggling background illumination on and off

• Reading and setting the Remote RS-232/RS-422 port settings

Definitions

The following Extron matrix switcher terms are used throughout this guide:

Tie — An input-to-output connection
Set of ties — An input tied to two or more outputs.

NOTE: An output can never be tied to more than one input.

Configuration — One or more ties or one or more sets of ties
Current configuration — The configuration that is currently active in the switcher (also

called configuration 0)
Global memory preset — A configuration that has been stored. Up to 32 global memory

presets can be stored in memory. Preset locations are assigned to the input buttons and
(where necessary) output buttons. When a preset is retrieved from memory, it becomes the
current configuration.

All models have 32 presets; on models with fewer than 32 input and output buttons, preset
numbers that are too high to be available from the front panel are still accessible under serial
port or Ethernet control.

Room — A subset of outputs that are logically related to each other, as determined by the
operator. The switchers support up to 10 rooms, each of which can consist of anywhere
from 1 to 16 outputs.

Room memory preset — A configuration consisting of outputs in a single room that
has been stored. When a room preset is retrieved from memory, it becomes the current
configuration.

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Power

Apply power by connecting the power cord between the switcher and an AC source.
The switcher performs a self-test that flashes the front panel button indicators red, green,
and amber and then turns them off. An error-free power-up self-test sequence leaves all
input, output, and control buttons either unlit or showing background illumination. The lit or
unlit status of the RGBHV or Video button and the Audio button is defined by the system
configuration as follows:

• Audio models — RGBHV or Video and Audio both lit

• Models without audio — RGBHV or Video lit and Audio unlit

The current configuration and all presets are saved in non-volatile memory. When power is
applied, the most recent configuration is retrieved. The previous presets remain intact.

If an error occurs during the self-test, the switcher locks up and does not operate. If your
switcher locks up on power-up, call the Extron S3 Sales and Technical Support Hotline. See
the end of this guide for the phone number in your region of the world.

Front Panel Security Lockouts

In the procedural descriptions that follow, it is assumed that the switcher is in Lock mode 0
(fully unlocked). The following two Lock modes are also available:

• Lock mode 1 — All changes are locked from the front panel (except for setting Lock

mode 2). Some functions can be viewed.

• Lock mode 2 — Advanced features are locked and can be viewed only. Basic

functions are unlocked.

NOTE: The switcher is shipped from the factory in Lock mode 2. See Setting the

Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) on page 75 for a detailed list of basic and

advanced functions and the procedure to set the various front panel locks.

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Creating a Configuration

The current configuration can be changed using the front panel buttons. Change the current
configuration as follows:

1. Press the Esc button to clear any input button indicators, output button indicators, or

control button indicators that may be lit.

2. Select video, audio, or both for configuration by pressing the RGBHV (CrossPoint

switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and Audio button as necessary.

3. Select the desired input and one or more output by pressing the input and output

buttons.

• For matrix sizes above 1616, input buttons light green.

• For matrix sizes up to 1616, input buttons light one of the following colors:

• Amber: Video and audio ties

• Green: Video only ties

• Red: Audio only ties

• Output buttons light or blink one of the following colors:

• Amber: Video and audio ties

• Green: Video only ties

• Red: Audio only ties

• To indicate potential ties, output buttons blink the appropriate color when an

input is selected.

• To indicate current ties, output buttons light steadily the appropriate color when

an input is selected.

• To clear unwanted outputs, press and release the associated lit output buttons.

To indicate potential unties, output buttons blink the appropriate color when an
output is deselected but not untied from the input.

4. Press and release the Enter button to accept the tie or to break an existing tie.

5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 to create or clear additional ties until the desired configuration

is complete.

NOTES:

• Only one video input and one audio input can be tied to an output.

• If a tie is made between an input and an output, and the selected output was

previously tied to another input, the older tie is broken in favor of the newer tie.

• If an input with no tie is selected, only the button for the selected input lights.

• When the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button

and Audio button are lit, if an input with an audio tie but no video tie is selected,
the button for that input lights red (matrix sizes up to 1616) or green (matrix
sizes 3232 and above) and the output button lights the appropriate color
(amber, green, or red).

• As each input and output is selected, the associated output button blinks

the appropriate color to indicate a tentative tie. Buttons for outputs that were
already tied to the input light the appropriate color steadily. Outputs that are
already tied can be left on, along with new blinking selections, or toggled off by
pressing the associated output button.

• If you press the input button for an I/O grouped input and then try to select an

output in a different group, you cannot select the associated output button (the
action is ignored). The associated input button remains lit.

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Example 1: Create a set of video and audio ties

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Press the Esc button to clear all selections.

The button flashes once.

I / O

RGBHV AUDIO

Press the RGBHV or Video button to toggle on and off.

The button lights green when selected.

Press the Audio button to toggle on and off.
The button lights red when selected.

Press and release the Input 5 button.

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Press and release the Output 3, Output 4, and Output 8 buttons.
The buttons blink amber to indicate that the selected RGBHV or video and audio
input will be tied to these outputs.

The Enter button blinks
green to indicate the need to
confirm the change.

ENTER

All input buttons and output buttons
return to unlit or background illumination.

Press the Enter button to
confirm the configuration
change.

The Enter button returns to
unlit or background
illumination.

In the following example, input 5 is tied to outputs 3, 4, and 8. The steps show the front
panel indications that result from your action.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select video and audio for the tie: If necessary, press and release the RGBHV

(CrossPoint switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and the Audio button to
light both.

3. Select an input: Press and release the input 5 button.

The button lights amber (matrix sizes up to 1616) or
green (matrix sizes 2412 through 3232).

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NOTE: You can cancel the entire set of ties at this point by pressing and releasing

the Esc button. The Esc button flashes once.

5. Confirm the change: Press and release the Enter button.

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The current configuration (see figure 33) is now input 5 video and audio are tied to output 3,

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Press the RGBHV or Video button to toggle on and off.

The button lights green when selected.

Press the Audio button to toggle on and off.
The button is unlit or background illuminated when deselected.

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The Output 3, Output 4, and Output 8 buttons light green to
indicate the RGBHV or video ties created in example 1.

Press and release the Input 5 button.
The button lights green to indicate that video
outputs can be tied to or untied from this input.

output 4, and output 8

Figure 33. Final Configuration, Example 1

Example 2: Add a video tie to a set of video and audio ties

In the following example, a new video tie is added to the current configuration. The example
shows the front panel indications that result from your actions.

NOTE: This example assumes that you have performed example 1.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select video only for the tie: Press and release the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers)

or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and the Audio button as necessary to light Video
only.

3. Select an input: Press and release the Input 5 button.

4. Select the output: Press and release the Output 1 button.

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Press and release the Output 1 button.
The button blinks green to indicate that only the selected RGBHV
or video input will be tied to this output.

The Enter button blinks
green to indicate the need to
confirm the change.

5. Confirm the change: Press and release the Enter button.

ENTER

All input buttons and output buttons
return to unlit or background illumination.

Press the Enter button to
confirm the configuration
change.

The Enter button returns to
unlit or background
illumination.

I / O

RGBHV AUDIO

Press the RGBHV or Video button to toggle on and off.

The button is unlit or background illuminated when deselected.

Press the Audio button to toggle on and off.
The button lights red when selected.

The current configuration (see figure 34) is now:

• Video — Input 5 video is tied to output 1, output 3, output 4, and output 8.

• Audio — Input 5 audio is tied to output 3, output 4, and output 8.

Figure 34. Final Configuration, Example 2

Example 3: Remove a tie from a set of ties

In the following example, an existing tie is removed from the current configuration. The
example shows the front panel indications that result from your actions.

NOTE: This example assumes that you have performed example 1 and example 2.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select audio only for the tie: Press and release the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers)

or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and the Audio button as necessary to light Audio
only.

3. Select an input: Press and release the input 5 button.

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The Output 1 button does not light to indicate the tie created
in example 2 because that tie is RGBHV or video only.

The Output 3, Output 4, and Output 8 buttons light red to
indicate the audio ties created in example 1.

Press and release the Input 5 button.
The button lights red (matrix sizes up to 1616)
or green (matrix sizes 2412 through 3232).

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Press and release the Output 4 button.
The button blinks red to indicate the pending change:
audio input will be untied.

The Enter button blinks
green to indicate the need to
confirm the change.

ENTER

All input buttons and output buttons
return to unlit or background illumination.

Press the Enter button to
confirm the configuration
change.

The Enter button returns to
unlit or background
illumination.

4. Select the output: Press and release the output 4 button.

5. Confirm the change: Press and release the Enter button.

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The current configuration (see figure 35) is now:

• Video — Input 5 video is tied to output 1, output 3, output 4, and output 8.

• Audio — Input 5 audio is tied to output 3 and output 8.

Figure 35. Final Configuration, Example 3

Viewing the Configuration

The current configuration can be viewed using the front panel buttons. The View-only mode
prevents inadvertent changes to the current configuration. View-only mode also provides a
way to mute audio outputs (see Muting and Unmuting Audio Outputs on page 60).

View the current configuration as follows:

1. Press the Esc button to clear any input button indications, output button indications, or

control button indications that may be on.

2. Press and release the View button. All of the buttons light for outputs that are not tied

as follows:

• Amber: No tied video or audio input

• Green: No tied video input

• Red: No tied audio input

If you press an output button for which there are no ties, the output buttons light for all
outputs without ties.

3. Select video, audio, or both to view by pressing the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers) or

Video (MAV Plus switchers) button, Audio button, or both.

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Until you select an input, the buttons for all untied
outputs light amber if no inputs are tied, green if

no video inputs are tied (only audio is tied), or
red if no audio inputs are tied (only video is tied).

Press the Audio button
to toggle on and off.

The button lights red
when selected.

Press the RGBHV or Video
button to toggle on and off.

The button lights green
when selected.

output button.

NOTES:

• When you enter View-only mode, the output buttons light for all outputs without

ties. Likewise, when you press an output button for which there are no ties, the
output buttons light for all outputs without ties.

• To see all ties of the current configuration, press and release each input and

output button, one at a time, with the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers) or Video
(MAV Plus switchers) button and the Audio button lit.

• In View-only mode, you can view video and audio, video-only, or audio-only

ties. Pressing and releasing the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers) or Video (MAV
Plus switchers) button and the Audio button toggles each selection on and off.

• When you view video and audio ties, the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers) or

Video (MAV Plus switchers) button is lit green and the Audio button is lit red.
After you select an input or output, the output buttons light different colors to
show where video and audio ties are not the same (audio is broken away).

• Amber: Video and audio

• Green: Video only

• Red: Audio only.

• After 30 seconds of front panel inactivity, View-only mode automatically

deselects.

Example 4: Viewing video and audio, audio only, and video only ties

In the following example, we view the video and audio, audio only, and video-only ties in the
current configuration. The steps show the front panel indications that result from your action.

NOTE: This example assumes that you have performed example 1, example 2, and

example 3.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select View-only mode: Press and release the View button. The View button lights

red.

3. Select video and audio for viewing: Press and release the RGBHV (CrossPoint

switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and the Audio button as necessary to
light both.

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4. Select an input: Press and release the input 5 button.

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The output buttons for outputs that are not tied to Input 5 are
either unlit or background illuminated.

The output buttons for outputs that are tied to Input 5 light
the appropriate color:

Amber for audio and RGBHV or video ties (audio follow)
Green for RGBHV or video ties (audio breakaway)
Red for audio ties (audio breakaway)

Press and release the Input 5 button.
The button lights amber (matrix sizes up to 1616) or

green (matrix sizes 2412 through 3232).

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Press the RGBHV or Video
button to deselect it.

The button is unlit or
background illuminated
when deselected.

The Audio button
remains lit red to
indicate that only
audio is selected.

The output buttons for outputs that are not tied to Input 5 are
either unlit or background illuminated.

The output buttons for outputs that are tied to Input 5 light
or blink red to indicate audio ties (audio breakaway).

NOTE: You can also view a set of ties by selecting a tied output. Demonstrate this

as follows:

• Note the number of a lit output button, and then press and release the output

button for an untied (unlit or background illumination) output.

• Observe that all of the untied outputs light.

• Then press the output button that you noted previously

• Observe that the selected output button, the tied input button (input 5), and the

output buttons light for all of the outputs that are tied to the input.

5. Deselect video: Press and release the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers) or Video (MAV

Plus switchers) button.

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6. Toggle audio off and video on: Press and release the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers)

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The output buttons for outputs that are not tied to Input 5 are
either unlit or background illuminated.

The output buttons for outputs that are tied to Input 5 light
green to indicate RGBHV/Video ties (audio breakaway).

Press the RGBHV or
Video button to select it.

The button lights green
when selected.

Press the Audio
button to deselect it.

The button is unlit
or background
illuminated when
deselected.

All input buttons and output buttons
return to unlit or background illumination.

VIEW

Press the View button
to exit View-Only mode.

The View button returns to
unlit or background
illumination.

or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and the Audio button.

If video ties are established for input 5, the output buttons light green for all video
outputs tied to input 5. If no ties are established for input 5, all output buttons return to
either unlit or to background illumination.

7. Exit View-only mode: Press and release the View button

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I/O Grouping

I/O grouping is a matrix switcher feature that allows you to subdivide the front panel controls
of the matrix into four smaller functional sub-switchers and limit tie creation using the
front panel only. Tie creation via remote control is unaffected. Inputs and outputs can be
assigned to one of four groups or not assigned to any group.

When you are creating ties on the front panel, inputs and outputs that are assigned to a
group can be tied only to other outputs and inputs within the same group. For example,
a front panel operator cannot tie an input that is assigned to group 1 to an output that is
assigned to group 2. Ungrouped inputs and outputs can be switched to outputs and inputs
in any group. Ties between groups (an input in group 1 tied to an output in group 2) can be
created under serial port or Ethernet control.

Suggested applications for the I/O grouping feature include:

• Segregating specific video formats to prevent an input in one video format from

being inadvertently applied to an output device that supports another video format
(see figure 36)

• Segregating input and output devices that are in separate rooms

• Isolating video from being displayed on specific output devices for operational security

reasons

Figure 36. I/O Grouping of Incompatible Video Formats

The I/O groups can be set up on the front panel or by using serial port or LAN port control
and either the SIS (see page 102) or the Windows control program (see page 126).
Create I/O groups on the front panel as follows:

NOTE: I/O groups are protected when front panel lock mode 2 is selected. You can

view the groups in lock mode 2, but you cannot change them from the front panel (see

Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) on page 75).

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1. Press the Esc button to clear any input buttons, output buttons, or control buttons that

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may be lit.

2. To enter I/O Group mode, press and hold the Input 1 and Output 1 buttons

simultaneously until the input and output buttons light to display the ungrouped inputs
and outputs. Release the buttons.

3. Press and release one of the Control buttons to select a group:

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• Press the Enter button to select group 1.

• Press the Preset button to select group 2.

• Press the View button to select group 3.

• Press the Esc button to select group 4.

4. Select one or more desired inputs and one or more outputs to assign to the group by

pressing the input and output buttons.

5. Press and release the RGBHV or Video button and Audio button to exit the I/O Group

mode, or allow the mode to time out after approximately 30 seconds.

NOTES:

• Ties that were created before I/O groups were created remain valid, even if they

include inputs and outputs in different groups.

• For I/O groups to be meaningful (have any function), at least two groups must

be created.

• Presets can be created under serial port or Ethernet control that tie inputs and

outputs across group boundaries. These presets are selectable from the front
panel.

• An input or output can be assigned to only one group. If you assign an input

or output to a group and that input or output is already assigned to a different
group, the older grouping is discarded in favor of the new grouping.

• You can break audio away from the video for a given input or output (assigned

to different groups) by isolating only video or only audio using the front panel
RGBHV (CrossPoint) or Video (MAV Plus) button and the Audio button after you
select I/O Group mode (between steps 2 and 3).

• Audio breakaway across different groups can be confusing when you are

operating the front panel. Breakaway grouping is not displayed by the Matrix
Switchers Control Program, HTML pages, or SIS commands; and is not
recommended (breakaway ties, once created, are displayed).

• Ties between groups (an input in group 1 tied to an output in group 2) can be

created under serial port or Ethernet control.

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Press and hold
the Input 1 button
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Release the buttons.

Ungrouped input and
output buttons light.

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Press and release the Enter button to select group 1.
The button lights to indicate the selection.

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Press and release the Input 1 through Input 4 buttons.
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Press and release the Output 1 through Output 4 buttons.
The selected buttons light.

In the following example, several switcher inputs and outputs are assigned to groups. The
steps show the front panel indications that result from your action.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Enter I/O Group mode: Press and hold the Input 1 and Output 1 buttons for

approximately 2 seconds and then release the buttons.

3. Select group 1: Press and release the Enter button.

4. Assign inputs and outputs to group 1:

NOTE: I/O groups are protected when front panel lock mode 2 is selected. You can

view the groups in lock mode 2, but you cannot change them from the front panel
(see Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) on page 75).

If front panel lock mode 2 is selected and you try to perform step 4, the actions
are ignored and the Enter, RGBHV or Video, and Audio buttons flash.

a. Press and release the Input 1 through 4 buttons.

b. Press and release the Output 1 through 4 buttons.

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5. Select group 2: Press and release the Preset button.

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Press and release the Preset button to select group 2.
The button lights to indicate the selection.

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Press and release the Input 5 through Input 8 buttons.
The selected buttons light.

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Press and release the Output 5 through Output 8 buttons.
The selected buttons light.

Press and release both buttons.

6. Assign inputs and outputs to group 2:
a. Press and release the Input 5 through 8 buttons.

b. Press and release the Output 6 through 8 buttons.

7. Exit I/O Group mode: Simultaneously press and release the RGBHV (CrossPoint

switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and Audio button.

• Group 1 consists of inputs 1 through 4 and outputs 1 through 4.

• Group 2 consists of inputs 5 through 8 and outputs 5 through 8.

NOTE: As an alternative, if you do not push any front panel buttons for

approximately 30 seconds, the front panel times out and the switcher exits I/O
Group mode.

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Setting RGB Delay (CrossPoint Switchers)

RGBHV RGBHV

Press and hold the RGBHV
button until it blinks.

2 seconds

The CrossPoint 450 Plus and CrossPoint Ultra switchers can briefly blank the RGB (video)
output while it switches to the sync source of the new input, and then switches the RGB
signals. This allows a brief delay for the display to adjust to the sync timing of the selected
input before displaying the new picture, which will appear without glitches. RGB delay, also
known as Triple-Action Switching or video mute switching, is user selectable from 0 to 5
seconds, in half-second increments.

The RGB delay interval can be set on the front panel or by using either serial port or the
Ethernet port and either an SIS command (see page 101), Windows control program (see

page 125), or HTML pages (see page 145).

Specify the RGB delay interval for a specific output on the front panel as follows:

NOTE: RGB delay is protected when front panel lock mode 2 is selected. You can view

the delay in lock mode 2, but not change it from the front panel (see Setting the

Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) on page 75).

1. Press the Esc button to clear any input buttons, output buttons, or control buttons that

may be lit.

2. To enter RGB Delay mode, press and hold the RGBHV button until the button begins to

blink green, then release the button.

3. Press and release an output button to select an output. Each lit input button, from

Input 1 through Input 10, indicates a half second of RGB delay interval for the selected
output.

4. Press and release the Esc (>) and View (<) buttons to increase and decrease the

interval.

5. Press and release the RGBHV button to exit the RGB Delay mode. The RGBHV button

stops blinking.

NOTES:

• Pressing the Enter or Preset button also exits RGB Delay mode. Pressing the

Preset button changes to Recall Preset mode.

• The RGB interval for each output is stored in non-volatile memory. When power

is removed and restored, the delay settings are retained.

• Exiting RGB Delay mode by pressing the RGBHV button always returns the I/O

configuration to audio only selected for configuration.

Example 6: Setting the RGB delay for an output

In the following example, the RGB delay is increased for output 17. The steps show the front
panel indications that result from your action.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Enter RGB Delay mode: Press and hold the RGBHV button for approximately 2

seconds.

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3. Select an output: Press and release the Output 17 button.

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Output 17 button.
The button lights green.

The input buttons 1 through 10 display the RGB
delay of the selected output.

Each lit input button indicates half a second of delay.
In this example, the lit input buttons display 3.5

seconds of RGB delay.

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Press the Esc button to increase
the RGB interval that is applied to
switches to the selected output by
a half second per button push.

Input buttons 1 through 10 display the RGB delay of the selected output.
Each lit input button indicates half a second of delay.
In this example, the lit input buttons display 5.0 seconds of RGB interval.

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The Audio button lights red.

Press the RGBHV button
to exit RGB delay mode.

All input buttons and output buttons
return to unlit or background illumination.

The RGBHV button stops
blinking and returns to unlit
or background illumination.

NOTE: The RGB delay is protected when front panel lock mode 2 is selected. You

can view the groups in lock mode 2, but you cannot change them from the front
panel (see Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) on page 75).

If front panel lock mode 2 is selected and you try to perform step 4, the actions
are ignored and the Enter, RGBHV or Video, and Audio buttons flash.

4. Adjust the RGB delay: Press and release the Esc (>) button once to increase the RGB

delay by a half second.

Press and release the Esc (>) button twice more to increase the RGB delay by a whole
second. Note the input button indication changes that occur each time the Esc (>)
button is pressed and released.

5. Exit RGB Delay mode: Press and release the RGBHV button.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 56

Using Presets

I
N
P
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1

24 x 8, 24 x 12, 24 x 24, 32 x 8, 32 x 16, and 32 x 32 matrix sizes

Input
buttons

Input
buttons

Output
buttons

Input
buttons

Output
buttons

Preset

1

8 x 16, 16 x 4, 16 x 8, 12 x 12, and 16 x 16 matrix sizes

Preset

1

Preset 6 Preset

7

Preset

10

Preset

15

Preset

16

Preset

11

Preset

3

Preset 8 Preset

9

Preset 4 Preset

5

Preset

13

Preset

14

Preset

12

Preset

2

Preset

17

Preset

22

Preset

23

Preset

26

Preset

31

Preset

32

Preset

27

Preset

19

Preset

24

Preset

25

Preset

20

Preset

21

Preset

29

Preset

30

Preset

28

Preset

18

Preset 5 Preset

6

Preset

10

Preset

7

Preset

13

Preset

14

Preset

15

Preset

2

Preset 8 Preset

9

Preset 3 Preset

4

Preset

11

Preset

12

Preset

16

Preset

17

Preset

21

Preset

22

Preset

26

Preset

23

Preset

29

Preset

30

Preset

31

Preset

18

Preset

24

Preset

25

Preset

19

Preset

20

Preset

27

Preset

28

Preset

32

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

INPUTS

1

2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

14

15

16

13

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

14

15

16

13

OUTPUTS

8 x 4, 8 x 8, 12 x 4, and 12 x 8 matrix sizes

Preset

1

Preset

5

Preset

10

Preset

2

Preset

11

Preset

3

Preset

8

Preset

12

Preset 6 Preset

7

Preset

4

Preset

13

Preset

17

Preset

14

Preset

15

Preset

20

Preset

18

Preset

19

Preset

16

Preset

9

INPUTS

1

2

3

4

5

6 7

8

9

10

11 12

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

OUTPUTS

NOTE: Presets 21 through 32 are available

via serial port and Ethernet control only.

The current configuration (configuration 0) can be saved as a preset in any one of 32 preset
memory addresses. All 32 presets are assigned to the input buttons and (where necessary)
output buttons and are available to be either saved or retrieved from the front panel. All 32
presets can be selected from the front panel to be either saved or retrieved. When a preset
is retrieved from memory, it becomes the current configuration.

NOTES:

• Only the audio and video ties are stored and recalled; RGB delay and audio gain and

volume settings are not saved, and they do not change when a preset is recalled.

• Presets cannot be viewed from the front panel unless they are recalled as the

current configuration. Presets can be viewed using the Matrix Switchers Control
Program (see page 124).

• The current configuration and all presets are stored in non-volatile memory. When

power is removed and restored, the current configuration is still active and all
presets are retained.

• When a preset is recalled, it replaces the current configuration, which is lost

unless it is also stored as a preset. The recalled preset overwrites all of the current
configuration ties in favor of the preset configuration ties.

• All models have 32 presets; on models with fewer than 32 input and output

buttons, preset numbers that are too high to be available from the front panel are
still accessible under serial port or Ethernet control.

• Figure 37 shows the presets associated with the three input and output button

configurations for the CrossPoint and MAV matrix switchers.

Figure 37. CrossPoint or MAV Plus 1600 Preset Locations

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 57

Example 7: Saving a preset

PRESET PRESET

1 2 3 4 15 16

17 18 19 20 31 32

I
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P
U
T
S

Press and hold the Preset button until it blinks.

2 seconds

All input buttons with assigned
presets light.

If you then save the configuration
to a lit preset number, the

configuration data at that preset
location will be overwritten.

Preset Assigned

No Preset Assigned

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

I
N
P
U

T

S

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

•

•

•

The Enter button blinks

to indicate the need to
save the preset.

The Preset button
continues to blink.

Press and release the Input 1 button.

The button blinks to indicate that this

preset number is selected but not saved.

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

The Enter and Preset
buttons return to unlit or
background illumination.

Press the Enter button to
save the preset.

All input buttons return to unlit
or background illumination.

In the following an example, the current configuration is saved as a preset. The example
shows the front panel indications that result from your actions.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select Save Preset mode: Press and hold the Preset button for approximately

2 seconds until it blinks.

3. Select the preset: Press and release the input button or output button for the desired

preset.

4. Save the Preset: Press and release the Enter button to save the preset. The current

configuration is now stored in the selected memory location.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 58

Example 8: Recalling a preset

1 2 3 15 16

17 18 19 31 32

I
N
P
U
T
S

PRESET

All input buttons with
assigned presets light.

Preset Assigned

Press and release the
Preset button.

The Preset button lights.

No Preset Assigned

1 2 3 4 15 16

17 18 19 20 31 32

I
N
P
U

T

S

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESC VIEW

Press and release the Input 1 button.
The button blinks to indicate that this

preset number is selected but not recalled.

The Enter button blinks
to indicate the need to
recall the preset.

1 2 3 4 15 16

17 18 19 20 31 32

I
N
P
U
T
S

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER ESCVIEW

All input buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

The Enter and Preset
buttons return to unlit or
background illumination.

Press the Enter button to
recall the preset.

In the following example, a preset is recalled to become the current configuration. The steps
show the front panel indications that result from your action.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select Recall Preset mode: Press and release the Preset button.

3. Select the preset: Press and release the input button or output button for the desired

preset.

4. Recall the preset: Press and release the Enter button. The configuration stored in the

selected memory location is now the current configuration and can be viewed in the
View-only mode (see example 4 on page 48).

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 59

Muting and Unmuting Video and Audio Outputs

Individual outputs can be muted or unmuted as follows:

NOTE: Output mutes are protected when front panel Lock mode 2 is selected. You

can view the status of the output (muted or unmuted) in Lock mode 2 but you cannot
change it from the front panel (see Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive

Modes) on page 75).

1. Press the Esc button to clear any input button indications, output button indications, or

control button indications that may be on.

2. Press and release the View button.

3. Select video, audio, or both to mute or unmute by pressing the RGBHV

(CrossPoint switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and the Audio button.

4. One at a time, press and hold the buttons for the desired outputs for approximately

2 seconds. The output buttons for the selected outputs blink to indicate the mute or
return to their previous state to indicate the unmute.

5. Press and release the View button to return to normal switcher operation.

NOTES:

• You can mute video and audio, video-only, or audio-only outputs. Pressing and

releasing the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers)
button and the Audio button toggles each selection on and off.

• When you enter View-only mode, the output LEDs turn on for all outputs

without ties.

• On CrossPoint switchers, the video mute function mutes the R, G, and B

planes only; the H and V planes are still active. On MAV Plus switchers, the
video mute function mutes all video planes.

• Mutes are saved to non-volatile memory. When power is removed and restored,

the mute settings are retained.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 60

Example 9: Muting and unmuting an audio output

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

O
U

T
P
U

T
S

I / O

VIDEOAUDIO

Until you select an input, the buttons for all untied
outputs light amber if no inputs are tied, green if

no video inputs are tied (only audio is tied), or
red if no audio inputs are tied (only video is tied).

Press the Audio button
to toggle on and off.

The button lights red
when selected.

Press the RGBHV or Video
button to toggle on and off.

The button lights green
when selected.

In the following example, several switcher outputs are muted and unmuted. The steps show
the front panel indications that result from your action.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select View-only

mode: Press and release the View button. The View button lights red.

3. Select both video and audio for viewing and muting: If necessary, press and

release the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and
the Audio button.

NOTE: This example assumes that, and shows the front panel indications if, you

have performed example 1, example 2, and example 3.

NOTE: Output mutes are protected when front panel Lock mode 2 is selected. You

can view the mutes in Lock mode 2 but you cannot change them from the front
panel (see Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) on page 75).

If front panel Lock mode 2 is selected and you try to perform steps 4 and 5, the

actions are ignored.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 61

4. Mute outputs: One at a time:

3

4

3

4

The button blinks indicate
that the output is muted.

The button blinks indicate
that the output is muted.

Mute outputs one at a time.

2 seconds

2 seconds

Press and hold the Output 3 button.

Press and hold the Output 4 button.

Green = Video is muted.
Red = Audio is muted.
Amber = Video and audio are muted. (Amber is visible only

after you have selected the Video and Audio buttons).

NOTE: Video is muted in this example.

3

4

3

4

Unmute outputs one at a time.

2 seconds

2 seconds

Press and hold the Output 3 button.

Press and hold the Output 4 button.

The button returns to its previous indication
(either lit, background illuminated, or unlit)
to indicate that the output is unmuted.

The button returns to its previous indication
(either lit, background illuminated, or unlit)
to indicate that the output is unmuted.

All input buttons and output buttons
return to unlit or background illumination.

VIEW

Press the View button
to exit View-Only mode.

The View button returns to
unlit or background
illumination.

a. Press and hold the Output 3 button for approximately 2 seconds until the button

begins to blink.

b. Press and hold the Output 4 button for approximately 2 seconds until the button

begins to blink.

NOTES:

• If both video and audio are selected, the mute action toggles both the video

and audio outputs. If either the video output or the audio output is already
muted, the unmuted output is muted and the muted output is unmuted.

• If both video and audio are selected and only video is muted, the output

button flashes between green and amber. If only audio is selected, the
output button flashes between red and amber.

5. Mute outputs: One at a time:
a. Press and hold the Output 3 button for approximately 2 seconds until the button

returns to its previous state. The output 3 video and audio signals are unmuted.

b. Press and hold the Output 4 button for approximately 2 seconds until the button

returns to its previous state. The output 4 video and audio signals are unmuted.

NOTE: If both video and audio are selected, the unmute action toggles both

the video and audio outputs. If either the video output or the audio output is
already unmuted, the muted output is unmuted and the unmuted output is
muted.

6. Exit View-only mode: Press and release the View button.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 62

Viewing and Adjusting the Input Audio Level (Audio Models)

Audio
Inputs

Audio
Inputs

VCR

No noticeable
volume differences
between sources

Audio System

CD Jukebox

Crosspoint 450 Plus 3232

0

-3

-6

-9

-12

-15

Low Audio

Output Level

+4
+1

-2

-5

-8

-12

-18

-21

-15

-18

3 +7

6 +10

9 +13

12 +16

15 +19

18 +21

21 +24

VU dBu

0

-3

-6

-9

-12

-15

High Audio

Output Level

+4
+1

-2

-5

-8

-12

-18

-21

-15

-18

3 +7

6 +10

9 +13

12 +16

15 +19

18 +21

21 +24

VU dBu

I
N
P
U
T
S

O
U
T
P
U
T
S

C O N T R O L

I / O

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

POWER SUPPLY

PRIMARY

REDUNDANT

0

-3

-6

-9

-12

-15

Output

Level

+4
+1

-2

-5

-8

-12

-18

-21

-15

-18

3 +7

6 +10

9 +13

12 +16

15 +19

18 +21

21 +24

VU dBu

CROSSPOINT 450 PLUS SERIES

ULTRA WIDEBAND MATRIX SWITCHER

WITH

ADSP

™

AND

IPLINK

®

PRESET

ENTER

ESC

RGBHV

VIEW

AUDIO

On models with audio, the level of each analog audio input can be displayed and adjusted
through a range of -18 dB to +24 dB to ensure that there is no noticeable volume difference
among sources (see figure 38). The audio level can be adjusted from the front panel or
under remote control. The default audio level is 0 dB.

Figure 38. Audio Gain and Attenuation

1. Press the Esc button to clear any input buttons, output buttons, or control buttons that

may be lit.

2. To enter Audio mode, press and hold the Audio button until the button begins to blink

red, then release the button.

3. Press and release an input button to select an input that has analog audio. The output

buttons display the audio level for the selected input; the more output LEDs lit, the
greater the gain or attenuation.

• Green output buttons indicate a gain (+) audio level.

• Red output buttons indicate an attenuation (–) level.

Audio gain and attenuation is displayed differently on different models.

• Switchers with 32 output buttons — Each output button indicates 1 dB when lit.

• Switchers with 16 output buttons — Each output button indicates 1 dB when

• Switchers with 8 output buttons — Each output button indicates 1 dB when

4. Press and release the Esc (>) and View (<) buttons to increase and decrease the audio

level.

See table 2 on the next page.

blinking and 2 dB when lit. See table 3 on page 65.

blinking slowly, 2 dB when blinking quickly, and 3 dB when lit. See table 3 on
page 65.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 63

5. Press and release the Audio button to exit the Audio mode. The Audio button stops

Red indicates a negative (attenuation) level.

blinking.

NOTES:

• Pressing the Enter or Preset button also exits Audio mode. Pressing the Preset

button changes to Recall Preset mode.

• There is one level setting per analog audio input. The audio level setting is

shared by the left and right audio inputs.

• The audio level settings are stored in non-volatile memory. When power is

removed and restored, the audio level settings are retained.

• Exiting Audio mode by pressing the Audio button always returns the I/O

configuration to RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers) or video (MAV Plus switchers)
and audio selected for configuration (the Video and Audio buttons lit).

Table 2. 32-output Button Audio Gain and Attenuation Display

Audio models in matrix sizes: 248, 2412, 2424,

328, 3216, 3232 Output LED Indication

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12345678910111213141516

12

11

10

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

9

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

8

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

7

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

1 2 3 4 5 6

6

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

1 2 3 4 5

5

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

8910 11 12 13 14 15 16

78910111213141516

678910 11 12 13 14 15 16

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

910111213141516

13 14 15 16

12 13 14 15 16

11 12 13 14 15 16

Audio models in matrix sizes: 248, 2412, 2424,

dB dB

24

23

22

21

20

19

18

17

328, 3216, 3232 Output LED Indication

18 19 20 21 22 23 2417

12345678910111213141516

18 19 20 21 22 2317

12345678910111213141516

18 19 20 21 2217

12345678910111213141516

18 19 20 2117

12345678910111213141516

18 19 2017

12345678910111213141516

18 1917

12345678910111213141516

19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

1817

12345678910111213141516

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

17

22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

1 2 3 4

4

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

1 2 3

3

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

1 2

2

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

2 345678910111213141516

1

1

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

12345678910111213141516

0

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

5678910111213141516

45678910111213141516

345678910111213141516

12345678910111213141516

16

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

123456789101112131415

15

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

1234567891011121314

14

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

12345678910111213

13

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3217

= unlit button
= lit button

Green indicates a positive (gain) level.

16

15 16

14 15 16

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61

Green

Red

Table 3. 8-output Button and 16-output Button Audio Gain and Attenuation Display

Audio models

in matrix sizes:

84, 88, 124, 128

Output LED Indication

dB

24

23

22

21

20

19

18

17

16

15

14

13

2134 5678

2134 5678

2134 5678

2134 567

2134 567

2134 567

2134 567

213456

213456

213456

21345

21345

21345

F

S

6 7 8

6 7 8

F

6 7 8

S

F

S

7 8

7 8

7 8

Audio models

in matrix sizes:

816, 1212, 1616

dB

24

23

F

22

S

21

8

20

8

19

8

18

17

16

15

14

13

2134 5678910

2134 5678910

2134 56789

2134 56789

2134 5678

2134 5678

2134 567

2134 567

Output LED Indication

112134 5678910 12

112134 5678910 12

12

112134 5678910

12

112134 5678910

12

11

12

11

12

1110

12

1110

9

9

8 9

8 9

10

10

10

1110

11

11

11

12

12

12

12

13

13

13

13

13

13

13

13

13

13

13

13

14

14

14

14

14

14

14

14

14

14

14

14

15

15

15

15

15

15

15

15

15

15

15

15

16

16

16

16

16

16

16

16

16

16

16

16

12

11

10

2134

2134

2134

9

213

8

213

7

213

21

6

5

21

F

4

21

S

1

3

2

1

2

2

F

1

1

2

S

0

1 3 4 5 6 7 8

2

5 6 7 8

5 6 7 8

F

5 6 7 8

S

4 5 6 7 8

4 5 6 7 8

F

4 5 6 7 8

S

3 4 5 6 7 8

3 4 5 6 7 8

3 4 5 6 7 8

3 4 5 6 7 8

3 4 5 6 7 8

3 4 5 6 7 8

12

11

10

213456

213456

1345

2

9

21345

8

134

2

7

2134

6

213

5

213

4

21

3

21

2

1

1

1

0

1 3 4 5

4 5 6 7 8 9

4 5 6 7 8 9

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

= Unlit button = Lit button = Blinking button

indicates a positive (gain) level.

indicates a negative (attenuation) level.

7 8 9

7 8 9

6 7 8 9

6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

= Slow blinking button

S

= Fast blinking button

F

10

10

10

10

10

10

10

10

10

10

10

10

10

11

11

11

11

11

11

11

11

11

11

112

112

112

12

12

12

12

12

12

12

12

12

12

12

12

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

16

14

15

13

27 8 9

13

14

15 16

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 65

Example 10: Viewing and adjusting an input audio level

AUDIO

AUDIO

Press and hold the Audio button until it blinks.

2 seconds

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 5 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

2 1

32

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O
U
T
P
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S

Press and release the Input 5 button.
The button lights green.

Each output button indicates 1 dB when lit.
When the buttons are lit green, they indicate a gain (+)

audio level.
When the output buttons are lit red, they indicate an

attenuation (-) level.
In this example, the output buttons display an audio

gain level of +8 dB.

•

•

The output buttons display the audio level and polarity
(gain or attenuation) of the selected input.

In this example, the output buttons display an audio gain level of +8 dB.

Because of the different gain and attenuation display schemes, the input audio levels that
result from the following example are shown two times:

• As displayed on a 32-output button switcher

• As displayed on a 16-output button switcher

• As displayed on an 8-output button switcher

The 32-button drawings show the actions that lead up to the display and the display itself.
For simplicity, the 16-button and 8-button drawings show the attenuation display only, not
the actions that lead to it.

In the following example, an audio level is viewed and adjusted. The steps show the front
panel indications that result from your action.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select Audio mode: Press and hold the Audio button for approximately 2 seconds

until it blinks.

3. Select an input: Press and release the Input 5 button (see figure 39).

Figure 39, figure 40, and figure 41 show an audio gain level of +8 dB.

Figure 39. Select an Input

Figure 40 shows the same level (+8 dB) as in figure 39, but displayed on a
16-output-button switcher, such as a MAV Plus 816.

2

1

Figure 40. Level Display on a 16-output-button Switcher

3 4

5

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 66

8

OUTPUTS

15

9

16

7

6

Figure 41 shows the same level (+8 dB) as in figure 39, but displayed on an

1

2

3 4

5

6

7

8

OUTPUTS

In this example, the output buttons
display an audio gain level of +8 dB.

Flashing fast

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

O
U
T
P
U
T
S

VIEW

•

•

•

Press the View button to decrease the
input audio level by 1 dB per button push.

The output buttons display the audio level and
polarity (gain or attenuation) of the selected
input.

Each output button indicates 1 dB when lit.
When the buttons are lit green, they indicate a

gain (+) audio level.
When the output buttons are lit red, they

indicate an attenuation (-) level.
In this example, the output buttons display an

audio attenuation level of -1 dB.

In this example, the output buttons display an audio gain level of -1 dB.

Blinking

1

2

3 4

5

6

7

8

OUTPUTS

In this example, the output buttons display an
audio gain level of -1 dB.

Slowly Blinking

8-output-button switcher, such as a MAV Plus 84 HDA.

Figure 41. Level Display on a 8-output-button Switcher

4. Change the audio level: Press and release the View (<) button once (see figure 42) to

decrease the input audio level by 1 dB.

Press and release the View (<) button several more times (see figure 42) to decrease the
input audio level by 1 dB per button press. Note the output button indication changes
that occur each time the View (<) button is pressed.

Figure 42 shows the result of pressing the View (<) button a total of nine times, an
audio attenuation level of –1 dB. Note that the level is now displayed in red to indicate a
negative level.

Figure 42. Adjust the Analog Input Audio Level

Figure 43 shows the same level (–1 dB) as in figure 42, but displayed on a
16-output-button switcher, such as a MAV Plus 1616 A.

1

Figure 43. Level Display on a 16-output-button Switcher

Figure 44 shows the same level (–1 dB) as in figure 42, but displayed on a
8-output-button switcher, such as a CrossPoint Ultra 128 HVA.

Figure 44. Level Display on a 8-output-button Switcher

2

4

3

6 7

5

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8

OUTPUTS

15

9

16

5. Exit Audio mode: Press and release the Audio button.

I / O

RGBHV AUDIO

The Audio button stops
blinking and lights.

Press the Audio button
to exit audio mode.

All input buttons and output buttons
return to unlit or background illumination.

The RGBHV or Video
button lights green.

Viewing and Adjusting the Analog Output Volume (Audio Models)

On models with audio, the level of each analog audio output can be displayed and adjusted
through a range of 100% (no attenuation) to 0% (maximum [76 dB] attenuation). The audio
level can be adjusted from the front panel or under serial port or Ethernet control. The
default volume is 100% (no attenuation).

NOTE: Output volume is protected when front panel Lock mode 2 is selected. You can

view the volume in Lock mode 2 but you cannot adjust it from the front panel (see

Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) on page 75).

1. Press the Esc button to clear any input buttons, output buttons, or control buttons that

may be lit.

2. To enter Audio mode, press and hold the Audio button until the button begins to blink

red, then release the button.

3. Press and release an output button to select an output. The input buttons display the

volume level for the selected output. The switchers indicate the volume differently,
depending on number of input buttons, but as a general rule, the more buttons that are
lit, the higher the volume. The fewer buttons that are lit, the lower the volume.

For a more detailed analysis of decoding the displayed value, see Reading the

displayed volume, on the next page.

4. Press and release the Esc (>) and View (<) buttons to increase and decrease the audio

volume.

5. Press and release the Audio button to save the audio settings and exit the Audio mode.

The Audio button stops blinking.

NOTES:

• There is one audio volume level setting per analog output. The audio level

setting is shared by the left and right audio inputs.

• The audio volume levels are stored in non-volatile memory. When power is

removed and restored, the audio level settings are retained.

• Exiting Audio mode by pressing the Audio button always returns the I/O

buttons to Video lit green and Audio lit red.

• Pressing the Enter or Preset button also exits Audio mode. Pressing the Preset

button changes to Recall Preset mode.

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Reading the displayed volume

NOTE: This section is a detailed look at reading the output volume display on the front

panel. If you do not need to read the exact value of the volume setting, skip this section.

There are 65 steps of volume attenuation, with 1 dB per step (button push), except for 0-to-1,
which is 13 dB. At maximum attenuation, no input buttons are lit, 76 dB of attenuation is
applied, and the audio output is effectively muted. At no attenuation, all input buttons are lit
and the output volume is equal to the input signal (plus any gain or attenuation that is applied
to that specific input using the input audio level adjustment [see Viewing and Adjusting

the Input Audio Level (audio models), on page 63]). Other than the minimum and

maximum volume, the switchers indicate the volume differently, depending on the model
(see table 4 on the next page to read the volume display for each display scheme).

For each display scheme, the input buttons blink or light sequentially to indicate the
approximate volume of the selected output. Volume is defined as a percentage of the input
audio signal that is applied to the output. From 0% of volume, the first Esc (>) button push
applies 5.5% of the input audio signal. From 5.5% on, each Esc (>) push applies 1.5% more
of the input audio signal to the output:

• Push Esc (>) button again — 5.5% + 1.5% = 7% volume

• Switchers with 12 and 16 input buttons — The Input 1 button blinks slowly

• Switchers with 32 input buttons — The Input 1 button lights steadily

• Push Esc (>) button twice more — 7% + 1.5% + 1.5% = 10% volume

• Switchers with 12 input buttons — Indicated by the Input 1 button blinking

quickly.

• Switchers with 16 input buttons — Indicated by the Input 1 button lit steadily.

• Switchers with 32 input buttons — Indicated by the Input 1 and Input 2 button lit

steadily.

• Push Esc (>) button 19 times more — 10% + (19 times 1.5%) = 38.5% volume

• Switchers with 12 input buttons — Indicated by the Input 1 through 4 buttons lit

When all input buttons are lit for any switcher model, the audio output is 100% of the audio
input level.

steadily.

• Switchers with 16 input buttons — Indicated by the Input 1 through 5 buttons lit

steadily and the Input 6 button blinking.

• Switchers with 32 input buttons — Indicated by the Input 1 through Input 11

buttons lit steadily and the Input 12 button blinking.

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Table 4. Audio Volume Display

5

Highest # input button lit

32-input

switcher

dB of

attenuation

Output

volume

76

0%None

16-input

switcher

None

12-input

switcher

None

Highest # input button lit

32-input
switcher

dB of

attenuation

Output

volume

16-input

switcher

12-input

switcher

17

1

1

63
62

1

1

5.5%
7%

2
2

61
60

8.5%

10%

31
3

59
58

11.5%
13%

4
4

57
56

14.5%
16%

5
5

55
54

17.5%
19%

6
6

53
52

20.5%
22%

7
7

51
50

23.5%
25%

8
8

49
48

26.5%
28%

9
9

47
46

29.5%
31%

1

Fast
blink

6

Fast
blink

2

2

2

1

Slow
blink

= blinking LED

6

Slow
blink

3

3

4

4

5

5

2

Fast
blink

2

Slow
blink

3

3

Fast
blink

3

Slow
blink

4

4

Fast
blink

4

Slow
blink

10
10

45
44

32.5%
34%

11
11

43
42

35.5%
37%

12
12

41
40

38.5%
40%

13
13

39
38

41.5%
43%

14
14

37
36

44.5%
46%

15
15

35
34

47.5%
49%

16

16

33
32

50.5%
52%

5

Fast
blink

5

Slow
blink

6

6

7

7

8

8

31 53.5%
30 55%

29
28

56.5%
58%

27
26

59.5%
61%

25
24

62.5%
64%

23
22

65.5%
67%

21
20

68.5%
70%

19
18

71.5%
73%

17
16

74.5%
76%

15
14

77.5%
79%

13
12

80.5%
82%

11
10

83.5%
85%

9
8

86.5%
88%

7
6

89.5%
91%

5
4

92.5%
94%

3
2

95.5%
97%

1
0

98.5%

100%

17

18
18

19
19

20
20

21
21

22
22

23
23

24
24

25
25

26
26

27
27

28
28

29
29

30
30

31
31

32

32

6 9

9

10

10

11

11

7

7

Fast
blink

7

Slow
blink

12

12

13

13

8

8

Fast
blink

8

Slow
blink

14

14

15

15

10

10

Fast
blink

10

Slow
blink

11

11

Fast
blink

11

Slow
blink

12

12

Fast
blink

12

Slow
blink

9

9

Fast
blink

16

16

9

Slow
blink

Fast
blink

6

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Another way to view the volume level is to think in terms of the attenuation that is applied to
the output. Attenuation reduction is indicated by the lit or blinking input buttons: when fewer
input buttons are lit, attenuation is greater (and the volume is quieter).

• At minimum volume, all input buttons are unlit or background illuminated and 76 dB of

attenuation is applied to the output. The audio output is effectively muted.

• The first step of volume increase causes the Input 1 button to blink (slowly, in the

case of switchers with 12 input buttons). Attenuation is reduced by 13 dB (63 dB of
attenuation is applied to the output).

• The second step of volume increase reduces the attenuation by an additional 1 dB

(62 dB of attenuation is applied to the output). (On switchers with 32 input buttons, the
Input 1 button lights steadily.)

• Successive steps of volume increase cause consecutive input buttons to first blink

and then light steadily. (On switchers with 32 input buttons, each consecutive button
indicates a 1 dB attenuation reduction when blinking and a 2 dB attenuation

reduction when lit.)
For example: When lit steadily, the Input 3 button indicates the following, depending

on the switcher model:

• Switchers with 12 input buttons — 47 dB of attenuation when compared to the

Input 3 button blinking quickly (48 dB to 50 dB of attenuation). The blinking Input
4 button (45 dB to 46 dB of attenuation) is at least 2 dB less than the fast blinking
Input 3 button (48 dB – 46 dB) and at most 5 dB less (50 dB – 45 dB).

• Switchers with 16 input buttons — 52 dB of attenuation when compared to the

Input 3 button blinking (53 dB to 55 dB of attenuation). The blinking Input 4 button
(49 dB to 51 dB of attenuation) is at least 2 dB less than the fast blinking Input 3
button (53 dB – 51 dB) and at most and at most 6 dB less (55 dB – 49 dB).

• Switchers with 32 input buttons — 58 dB of attenuation when compared to the

Input 3 button blinking (59 dB of attenuation). The blinking Input 4 button (57 dB of
attenuation) is 2 dB less than the steadily-lit Input 2 button (59 dB - 57 dB).

• On switchers with 32 input buttons, the volume indications of the buttons are

additive.
For example: Input 1 lit (23 dB [22 dB + 1 dB] of attenuation reduction), Input

2 lit (2 dB [1 dB + 1 dB] of attenuation reduction), and Input 3 blinking (1 dB of
attenuation reduction) indicate that the output attenuation has been reduced by a
total of 25 dB (22 dB + 2 dB + 1 dB = 25 dB).

• At full volume, no attenuation is applied to the output and all input buttons are lit

steadily.

See table 4 on the preceeding page to read the volume display.

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Example 11: Viewing and adjusting a analog output volume level

AUDIO

AUDIO

Press and hold the Audio button until it blinks.

2 seconds

1 2 6

17 18 12

1 2 3 4 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 27 28 29 30 31 32

•

•

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U

T
P

U

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S

I
N
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Each lit input button beyond input 1 indicates 3 percent of the total input volume is
applied to the output. The flashing button indicates an additional 1.5 percent.

In this example, the lit input buttons indicate 41.5 percent of the applied audio
input. The unlit input buttons indicate an audio volume attenuation of 39 dB.

Blinking button
–39 dB attenuation

41.5% volume

The input buttons display the audio volume level of the selected output.

Press and release the
Output 1 button. The
button lights green.

•

Blinking button

In the following example, the audio output volume is viewed and adjusted. The steps show
the front panel indications that result from your action.

Audio output volume is displayed differently on different models (see table 4 on page 70).

Because of the different volume display schemes, the output audio levels that result from
the following example are shown three times:

• As displayed on a 32-input button switcher

• As displayed on a 16-input button switcher

• As displayed on a 12-input button switcher.

The 32-button displays show the actions that lead up to the display and the display itself.
For simplicity, the 16-button and 12-button figures show the volume display only, not the
actions that lead to it.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select Audio mode: Press and hold the Audio button for approximately 2 seconds

until it blinks.

3. Select an output: Press and release the output 1 button (see figure 45).

In figure 45, figure 46, and figure 47, the lit or blinking input buttons indicate 41.5
percent of the applied audio input. The unlit input buttons indicate an audio volume
attenuation of 39 dB.

Figure 45. Select Output 1

Figure 46 shows the same volume (41.5%) as figure 45, but displayed on a 16-input­button switcher, such as a MAV Plus 1616 HDA.

–39 dB attenuation,

41.5% volume

1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

The input LEDs display the selected output's audio volume level.

•

In this example, the lit or blinking input buttons indicate 41.5 to 44.5 percent of the applied audio input.

•

The unlit or blinking input buttons indicate an audio volume attenuation of 37 dB to 39 dB.

Figure 46. Volume Display on a 12-input-button Switcher

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INPUTS

10 14

13 15

12

11 162

Figure 47 shows the same volume (41.5%) as in figure 45, but displayed on a 12-input-

INPUTS

1

2

3 4

5

6 7

8

9

10

11 12

–39 dB attenuation,

41.5% volume

Slow blinking button

The input buttons display the selected output's audio volume level.
In this example, the lit or blinking input buttons indicate 40 to 41.5 percent of

the applied audio input.
The unlit or blinking input buttons indicate an audio volume attenuation of
39 dB to 40 dB.

•

•

•

ESC

•

•

•

•

1 2 3 4 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 27 28 29 30 31 32

I
N
P
U
T
S

Decrease the audio
attenuation (thereby
increasing the audio level)
that is applied to the
output volume level by
1 dB per button push.

The input buttons display the selected output's audio volume level.
Each lit input button beyond input 1 indicates 3 percent of the total

input volume is applied to the output.
In this example, the green input buttons display 61 percent of the

applied audio input.
The unlit input buttons indicate an audio volume attenuation of 26 dB.

26 dB attenuation,

61% volume

Press the Esc button

button switcher, such as a CrossPoint Ultra 128 HVA.

Figure 47. Volume Display on a 12-input-button Switcher

NOTE: Volume is protected when front panel Lock mode 2 is selected. You can

view the volume in Lock mode 2 but you cannot change it from the front panel
(see Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) on page 75).

If front panel Lock mode 2 is selected and you try to perform step 4, the actions

are ignored and the Enter, Video, and Audio buttons flash.

4. Change the volume: Press and release the Esc (>) button once (see figure 48) to

increase the volume by 1.5%.

Press and release the Esc (>) button several more times (see figure 48) to increase the
volume by 1.5% per button press. Note the input button indication changes that occur
each time the Esc (>) button is pressed and released.

NOTE: You can press and hold the Esc (>) or View (>) button to ramp the level up

or down by 3 dB per second to the high or low limit.

Figure 48 show the result of pressing the Esc (>) button a total of 13 times. In
figure 48, figure 49, and figure 50, the lit or blinking input buttons indicate 61 percent of
the applied audio input. The unlit input buttons indicate an audio volume attenuation of
26 dB.

Figure 48. Adjust the Output Audio Volume

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 73

Figure 49 shows the same volume (61%) as in figure 48, but displayed on a 16-input-

•

Blinking Button

INPUTS

1

2

3 4

5

6

7 8

9

10

11

12

•

•

•

Fast Blinking Button

The input LEDs display the selected output’s audio volume level.
In this example, the lit/blinking input buttons indicate 59.5 to 61 percent

of the applied audio input.
The unlit/blinking input buttons indicate an audio volume attenuation of

26 dB to 27 dB.

-26 dB attenuation
61% volume

I / O

RGBHV AUDIO

The Audio button stops
blinking and lights.

Press the Audio button
to exit audio mode.

All input buttons and output buttons
return to unlit or background illumination.

The RGBHV or Video
button lights green.

button switcher, such as a CrossPoint Ultra 168 HVA.

-26 dB attenuation
61% volume

INPUTS

1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

•

The input LEDs display the selected output’s audio volume level.
In this example, the lit/blinking input buttons indicate 59.5 to 62.5 percent of the applied audio input.

•

The unlit/blinking input buttons indicate an audio volume attenuation of 25 dB to 27 dB.

10 14

12

11 162

13 15

Figure 49. Volume Display on a 16-input-button Switcher

Figure 50 shows the same volume (61%) as in figure 48, but displayed on a 12-input­button switcher, such as a MAV Plus 128 RCA.

Figure 50. Volume Display on a 12-input-button Switcher

5. Exit Audio mode: Press and release the Audio button.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 74

Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes)

Press and hold simultaneously to turn on Lock
mode 2 or to toggle between mode 2 and mode 0.

.

The matrix switchers have three levels of front panel security lock that limit the operation of
the switcher from the front panel. The three levels are:

• Lock mode 0 — The front panel is completely unlocked. All front panel functions are

available.

• Lock mode 1 — All changes are locked from the front panel (except for setting Lock

mode 2). Some functions can be viewed.

• Lock mode 2 — Basic functions are unlocked. Advanced features are locked and can

be viewed only.

Basic functions consist of:

• Making ties

• Saving and recalling presets

• Setting input audio gain and attenuation

• Changing Lock modes

Advanced functions consist of:

• Creating I/O groups

• Setting RGB delay

• Setting audio output mutes

• Setting audio output volume

• Setting the rear panel remote port protocol and baud rate

NOTE: The switcher is shipped from the factory in Lock mode 2.

Selecting Lock mode 2 or toggling between mode 2 and mode 0

NOTE: If the switcher is in Lock mode 0 or mode 1, this procedure selects mode 2. The

Preset, View, and Esc buttons flash twice.
If the switcher is in Lock mode 2, this procedure selects mode 0 (unlocks the switcher).

The View and Esc flash twice.

Toggle the lock on and off by pressing and holding the RGBHV (CrossPoint Ultra) or Video
(MAV Plus) button and the Audio button for approximately 2 seconds (see figure 51).

ENTER

I / O

VIDEO AUDIO

2 seconds

ENTER

I / O

VIDEO AUDIO

The buttons blink twice to
indicate the mode change
Release the buttons.

Figure 51. Toggle Front Panel Lock Between Mode 2 and Mode 0

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 75

Selecting Lock mode 2 or toggling between mode 2 and mode 1

Press and hold
Loc

Release the buttons.

I / O

VIDEO AUDIO

Press and hold the buttons while you
apply power to the switcher.

Release the buttons.

Power

The switcher flashes
the button indicators
and then turns them off.

Continue to hold the buttons until all input
and output buttons return to either unlit or
to background illumination and the RGBHV
or Video and Audio buttons turn on.

NOTE: If the switcher is in Lock mode 0 or mode 1, this procedure selects mode 2.

If the switcher is in Lock mode 2, this procedure selects mode 1.

Toggle the lock on and off by pressing and holding the RGBHV (CrossPoint Ultra) or Video
(MAV Plus) button and the Audio button for approximately 2 seconds (see figure 52).

k mode 2 or to toggle between mode 1 and mode 2.

the buttons simultaneously to turn on

I / O

VIDEO AUDIO

2 seconds

I / O

VIDEO AUDIO

The buttons blink
twice to indicate the
mode change.

Figure 52. Toggle Front Panel Lock Between Mode 2 and Mode 1

Performing a System Reset from the Front Panel

The front panel reset is identical to issuing the EZXXX} SIS command defined on
page 104. A system reset performs the following functions:

• Clears all ties and presets

• Clears all video and audio mutes

• Resets all I/O grouping

• Resets all RGB delay to 0 seconds

• Resets all input audio levels to unity gain (0 dB)

• Sets all output volume levels to 100% (0 dB of attenuation)

NOTES:

• System reset does not reset the Internet protocol (IP) settings or replace user-

installed firmware.

• The system reset clears most image and audio adjustments. To save these settings,

use the Windows-based Matrix Switchers Control Program and the File > Save

MATRIX settings as... selection (see page 124) before you perform this reset.

• If background illumination was turned on before the reset, the I/O and control

buttons are unlit after the reset. But, when you cycle power, background illumination
returns to as selected.

Reset the switcher to the factory default settings by pressing and holding the RGBHV
(CrossPoint switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and Audio button
simultaneously while you apply AC power to the switcher (see figure 53).

Figure 53. System Reset

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Background Illumination

1 2 3 16

17 18 19 32

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Press and hold the buttons simultaneously to
toggle background illumination mode on or off.

After approximately 2 seconds,
release the buttons.

The flashing Control button indicates the baud rate as follows:
Enter — 9600 Preset — 19200
View — 38400 Esc — 115200

The flashing I/O button indicates the protocol as follows:
RGBHV or Video — RS-232 Audio — RS-422/RS-485

In this example, the port is set to RS-232 at 9600 baud.

Press and hold the buttons.

All Control buttons light with
one flashing.

Both I/O buttons light
with one flashing.

2 seconds

I / O

RGBHV AUDIO

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

•

•

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

The buttons on the front panel can be set to provide amber background illumination at
all times or the background illumination can be turned off. To toggle the background
illumination on or off, press and hold the Input 1 and Input 2 buttons simultaneously for
approximately 2 seconds (see figure 54).

Figure 54. Toggle Background Illumination on or off

Selecting the Rear Panel Remote Port Protocol and Baud Rate

The rear panel Remote port on each switcher model can operate at the 9600, 19200, 38400,
and 115200 baud rate and can support either RS-232 or RS-422 serial communication
protocol. The settings of these variables can be viewed and changed from the front panel.

View and configure the serial communications settings as follows:

NOTE: The RS-232/RS-422 port settings are protected when front panel Lock mode 2 is

selected. You can view the settings in Lock mode 2 but you cannot adjust them from
the front panel. See Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) on
page 75.

1. Select Serial Port Selection and Configuration mode: Simultaneously press and

hold all Control buttons (Enter, Preset, View, and Esc).

2. Release the Control buttons.

NOTE: If front panel Lock mode 2 is selected and you try to perform step 3, the

actions are ignored and the Enter, Video, and Audio buttons flash (see Setting

the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) on page 75).

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 77

3. Change a value: Press and release the button that relates to the desired value.

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

I / O

RGBHV AUDIO

ESC VIEW

Press and release the button(s) to configure the port as
follows:
Baud rate:
Enter — 9600 Preset — 19200
View — 38400 Esc — 115200

Serial protocol:
RGBHV or Video — RS-232 Audio — RS-422/RS-485

The selected buttons blink and the others remain lit.
In this example, the port is set to RS-422 at 38400 baud.

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

I / O

RGBHV AUDIO

ESCVIEW

5

All Control and I/O buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

Press and release an

input or output button.

RESET

LAN

4. Exit the Serial Port Selection and Configuration mode: Press and release an

output button.

Rear Panel Reset Operations

The rear panel has a Reset button that initiates various levels of resets,
dependant on the switcher model and defined in the table below:

MAV Plus switcher matrix size

All CrossPoint Ultra
MAV Plus 88, 128, 816, 164,
168, 1212, 1616, 248, and 328

All CrossPoint 450 Plus
MAV Plus 2412, 2424, 3216,
and 3232

For different reset levels, press and hold the button while the switcher is running or press
and hold the button while you apply power to the switcher. The Reset button is recessed, so
use an Extron Tweeker, a pointed stylus, or a ballpoint pen to access it.

Switcher model or

Reset

Resets

LED

Comparable to IPL

Yes

modes 3, 4, and 5
Hard reset (IPL mode 1)

Whole switcher reset

No

Absolute reset
Hard reset

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 78

See table 5 for a summary of the modes.

ATTENTION: Review the reset modes carefully. Using the wrong reset mode may

result in unintended loss of flash memory programming, port reassignment, or a
controller reboot.

NOTE: The reset modes listed in table 5 close all open IP and Telnet connections and

close all sockets. Also, the modes shown are separate functions, not a continuation
from Mode 1 to Mode 5.

Table 5.

Mode Activation Result Purpose and Notes

1

Hold down the recessed Reset button while
applying power to the switcher.

NOTE: After a mode 1 reset, update

the switcher firmware to the
latest version. Do not operate the
switcher firmware version that
results from the mode 1 reset. If
you want to use the factory default
firmware, you must upload that
version again (see Updating the

Firmware on page 119 for details

on uploading firmware).

3

Hold down the Reset button for about 3
seconds, until the Reset LED blinks once,
then press and release Reset (<1 second)
within 1 second.

4

Hold down the Reset button for about
6 seconds, until the Reset LED blinks
twice (once at 3 seconds and again at
6 seconds). Then press and release Reset
(<1 second) within 1 second.

5

Hold down the Reset button for about
9 seconds, until the Reset LED blinks
three times (once at 3 seconds, again at
6 seconds, and then again at 9 seconds).
Then press and release Reset (<1 second)
within 1 second.

NOTE: Mode 5 reset clears most

adjustments. To save these
settings, use the Matrix Switchers
Control Program and the

Save MATRIX settings as...

selection before you perform this
reset (see page 124).

Reset Mode Comparison and Summary

The switcher reverts to the factory default firmware.

Event scripting will not start if the switcher is powered on
in this mode. All user files and settings (such as drivers,
adjustments, and IP settings) are maintained.

NOTE: If you do not want to update firmware,

or you performed a mode 1 reset by mistake,
cycle power to the switcher to return to the
firmware version that was running before the
mode 1 reset. Use the 0Q SIS command to
confirm that the factory default firmware is no
longer running (look for the asterisk [*] following
the version number.

Mode 3 turns events on or off. During resetting, the
Reset LED flashes 2 times if events are starting, 3 times if
events are stopping.

Mode 4:

•

Enables ARP capability.

• Sets the IP address to the factory default.

• Sets the subnet address to the factory default.

• Sets the gateway address to the factory default.

• Sets port mapping to the factory default.

• Turns DHCP off.

• Turn events off.

The Reset LED flashes four times in quick succession
during the reset.

Mode 5 performs a complete reset to factory
defaults (with the exception of the firmware):

Does everything mode 4 does.

•

• Resets most real time adjustments, including:

clears all ties and presets,
clears all mutes,
clears all I/O grouping
clears all RGB delay settings to zero
clears all audio settings.

• Resets all IP options.

File >

• Removes/clears all files for the switcher.

The reset LED flashes four times in quick succession
during the reset.

Use mode 1 to revert
to the factory default
firmware version if
incompatibility issues
arise with user-loaded
firmware.

Mode 3 is useful for
troubleshooting.

Mode 4 enables you
to set IP address
information using ARP
and the MAC address.

Mode 5 is useful if
you want to start over
with configuration and
uploading or to replace
events.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 79

Performing Soft System Resets (Resets 3, 4, and 5) —

I / O

RGBHV AUDIO

RESET

RESET

RESET

I / O

RGBHV AUDIO

RESET

RESET

RESET

I / O

RGBHV AUDIO

RESET

RESET

RESET

Release, then immediately
press and release again.

Release, then immediately
press and release again.

IP Settings

Reset

6 seconds

Absolute Reset

9 seconds

Press and hold
the Reset button.

3 seconds

Events Reset

Front panel I/O buttons flash once.

Reset LED flashes once.

Release, then immediately
press and release again.

Reset LED flashes twice.

Press and hold
the Reset button.

Press and hold
the Reset button.

Reset LED flashes

three times.

Front panel I/O buttons flash twice.

Front panel I/O buttons flash three times.

(Mode 4)

(Mode 5)

(Mode 3)

CrossPoint Ultra and MAV Plus 88, 128, 816, 164, 168, 1212, 1616, 248, and 328 Matrix Sizes

Perform a soft reset of the switcher as follows:

1. Use a small screwdriver to press and hold the rear panel Reset button until the Reset

LED and the front panel Video and Audio buttons blink the number of times for the
desired reset: once (events reset), twice (system reset), or three times (absolute reset)
(see figure 55).

Figure 55. Soft System Resets

2. Release the Reset button and then immediately press and release the Reset button

again. Nothing happens if the second momentary press does not occur within 1 second.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 80

Performing Soft Resets —

Press and hold

Reset whole s

Release, then immediately

y

CrossPoint 450 Plus and MAV Plus 2412, 2424, 3216, and 3232 Matrix Sizes

The whole switcher reset function is identical to the front panel system reset (see

Performing a System Reset from the Front Panel on page 81) without requiring you

to power down the switcher. This function is also identical to theEZXXX} SIS command
defined on page 104. System reset clears all ties and presets, resets all audio gains to unity
gain (+0dB), and resets volume to 100% (0dB of attenuation).

NOTE: The whole switcher reset does not reset the Internet protocol (IP) settings or

replace user-installed firmware.

The absolute reset function is identical to EZQQQ} SIS command defined on page 104.
Absolute reset performs all of the whole switcher reset functions and clears the IP address
of the switcher to 192.168.254.254 and subnet mask to 255.255.0.0.

Perform soft resets as follows:

1. Use an Extron Tweeker or other small screwdriver to press and hold the Reset button

until the front panel I/I buttons (RGBHV [CrossPoint switchers] or Video [MAV Plus
switchers])) and Audio buttons blink once (reset whole switcher) or twice (absolute reset)
(see figure 56).

the Reset button.

RESET RESET

witcher

Front panel I/O buttons flash once.

I / O

5 seconds

RGBHV

AUDIO

press and release again.

ACTLINK

ETHERNET

Press and hold
the Reset button.

Absolute reset

ETHERNET

Front panel I/O buttons flash twice.

RGBHV

I / O

AUDIO

RESET RESET

10 seconds

ACT

Release, then immediatel
press and release again.

Figure 56. Whole Switcher and Absolute Resets

2. Release the Reset button and then immediately press and release the Reset button

again. Nothing happens if the second momentary press does not occur within 1
second.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 81

Performing a Hard Reset — All Models

Power

RESET

RESET

Press and hold the Reset button while
you apply power to the switcher.

Release the Reset button.

The switcher flashes the front panel
button indicators green, red, and
amber and then turns them off.

Continue to hold the Reset button until all input
and output buttons return to either unlit or to
background illumination and the RGBHV or
Video and Audio buttons turn on.

NOTE: The Reset button on switchers with matrix sizes of 24 x 12 and

above (with the exception of the MAV Plus 248 A and MAV Plus 328 A)
have a different appearance and do not have a rear panel Reset LED.

The hard reset function (mode 1 for the sake of comparison with an Extron IPL product)
restores the switcher to the factory default firmware. Event scripting will not start if the
switcher is powered on in this mode. All user files and settings (drivers, adjustments, IP
settings, and the like) are maintained.

Perform a hard reset as follows:

NOTES:

• After a hard reset is performed, update the switcher firmware to the latest version.

Do not operate the switcher firmware version that results from the mode 1 reset. If
you want to use the factory default firmware, you must upload that version again
(see Updating Firmware on page 119).

• If you do not want to update firmware, or you performed a hard reset by mistake,

cycle power to the switcher to return to the firmware version that was running
before the mode 1 reset. Use the 0Q SIS command to confirm that the factory
default firmware is no longer running (look for the asterisk [*] following the version
number.

• The hard reset restores the factory-installed firmware. The switcher reverts to that

factory firmware the next time power is cycled off and on unless a firmware update
is performed before the power cycle.

• Ensure that you have backed up any locally-created HTML, JavaScript, or other

files that you have uploaded to the user file space of the switcher before you
perform the hard reset. A hard reset will erase all locally-created files from the
switcher.

1. If necessary, turn off power to the switcher.

2. Press and hold the Reset button on the rear panel while you apply AC power to the

switcher (see figure 57).

Figure 57. Hard Reset

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 82

Optimizing the Audio (Audio Models)

The level for each analog audio input can be adjusted within a range of -18 dB to +24 dB,
so there are no noticeable volume differences between sources and for the best headroom
and signal-to-noise ratio. The volume for each analog audio output can be adjusted from full
loudness to effectively muted. Adjust the levels as follows:

1. Connect analog audio sources to all desired inputs and connect the analog audio

outputs to output devices such as audio players (see Audio input and output

(audio models) on page 24). For best results, wire all of the inputs and the outputs

balanced.

2. Power on the audio sources, the switcher, and the audio players.

3. Switch among the inputs (see Creating a Configuration on page 42), listening to the

audio with a critical ear or measuring the output audio level with test equipment, such
as a VU meter.

4. As necessary, adjust the input audio level of each input (see Viewing and Adjusting

the Input Audio Level (Audio Models) on page 63) so that the approximate output

level is the same for all selected inputs.

5. Tie an audio input to each analog audio output.

6. As necessary, adjust the output audio level of each output (see Viewing and

Adjusting the Analog Output Volume (Audio Models) on page 68).

Troubleshooting

This section recommends what to do if you have problems operating the switcher and it
describes an actual image problem that Extron has encountered.

1. Ensure that all devices are plugged in and powered on.

2. Check to see if one or more outputs are muted.

3. Ensure an active input is selected for output on the switcher.

4. Ensure that the proper signal format is supplied.

5. Check the cabling and make corrections as necessary.

6. Call the Extron S3 Sales and Technical Support Hotline if necessary. See the end of

this guide for the phone number in your region of the world.

Plasma Display S-video Problem (CrossPoint Switchers)

Extron has encountered a problem when a CrossPoint 450 Plus or CrossPoint Ultra switcher
routes S-video that is output by some video conference codecs. Some codecs change the
DC offset on the chrominance (C) so that it is very different from the level on the luminance
(Y). This can cause a plasma display to come up in the wrong size mode.

With the matrix switcher taken out of the system, the plasma works fine. It looks like a
problem with the matrix switcher, but it is not. The matrix switcher boosts the bad codec
output, which makes the plasma go to the wrong setting.

Solution: Try placing an Extron video DC block adapter on the luminance (Y) input to the
switcher from the codec.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 83

Configuration Worksheets

Worksheet Example

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26 27 28 29 30 31 32

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25

25

Main

Hall

PJ#1

Main

Hall

PJ#2

Podium

monitor

VCR

(USP 405)

Lobby

monitor

Class

room #1

monitor

Class

room #2

monitor

Demo

room

PJ #1

Demo

rack

monitor

Demo

rack

switcher

Conf.
room

Sound

system

#2

Camera

main

podium

Podium

Mic

PC1

RGB 201

Rxi

Classroom

#1 VCR

(DVS 406)

Classroom

#2 VCR

(DVS 406)

Laptop

RGB 201

Rxi

Demo

wallbox

#1

Demo

wallbox

#2

Demo

wallbox

#3

Demo

wallbox

#4

Demo

wallbox

#5

Demo

wallbox

#6

Demo

wallbox

#7

Demo

wallbox

#8

Demo

rack #1

USP 405

Demo
rack #2
USP 405

Demo

rack #3

USP 405

Demo

rack #4

USP 405

Rack DVD

(DVS)

Floorbox

#1

Floorbox

#2

Floorbox

#3

Floorbox

#4

Audio

CD

VTG

400

Camera

#2

Rather than trying to remember the configuration for each preset, use worksheets to record
this information. Make copies of the blank worksheet on page 87 (32-input button
and -output button switchers)) and page 88 (16-input button and 12-input button
switchers) and use one for each preset configuration. The worksheets accommodate all of
the CrossPoint and MAV Plus models. Cross out all unused or inactive inputs and outputs.
Use different colors for video and audio.

NOTE: All of the equipment in the following examples is connected through the

appropriate input board, output board, transmitter, or receiver.

Worksheet Example 1: System Equipment

Figure 58 shows a worksheet for a CrossPoint 450 Plus 2424 HVA in a fictional
organization with the system hardware annotated. Inputs 10, 11, and 21 through 24 have
no connections in this organization, so they have been crossed out on the worksheet. A
CrossPoint 450 Plus 2424 does not have inputs 25 through 32, so they are crossed out.
Similarly, outputs 7, 14, 15, 16, and 25 through 32 are crossed out.

Figure 58. Worksheet Example 1: System Equipment

Inputs include PCs, an audio CD player, cameras, and an Extron VTG 400. Output devices
include monitors, front and rear projectors, a stereo, and a VCR for recording presentations.

The Extron VTG 400 video test generator connected to input 12 enables a video test
pattern to be sent to one, several, or all output devices for problem isolation or adjustment
purposes. An audio test tape or CD could be used in a similar manner to check out the
audio components.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 84

Worksheet Example 2: Daily Configuration

Main

Hall

PJ#1

Main

Hall

PJ#2

Podium

monitor

VCR

(USP 405)

Lobby

monitor

Class

room #1

monitor

Class

room #2

monitor

Demo

room

PJ #1

Demo

rack

monitor

Demo

rack

switcher

Conf.
room

Sound

system

#2

Camera

main

podium

Podium

Mic

PC1

RGB 201

Rxi

Classroom

#1 VCR

(DVS 406)

Classroom

#2 VCR

(DVS 406)

Laptop

RGB 201

Rxi

Demo

wallbox

#1

Demo

wallbox

#2

Demo

wallbox

#3

Demo

wallbox

#4

Demo

wallbox

#5

Demo

wallbox

#6

Demo

wallbox

#7

Demo

wallbox

#8

Demo

rack #1

USP 405

Demo
rack #2
USP 405

Demo

rack #3

USP 405

Demo

rack #4

USP 405

Rack DVD

(DVS)

Floorbox

#1

Floorbox

#2

Floorbox

#3

Floorbox

#4

Audio

CD

VTG

400

Camera

#2

Worksheet Example

26 27 28 29 30 31 32

26 27 28 29 30 31 32

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25

25

Figure 59 continues from worksheet example 1 by showing the video and audio ties that
make up the configuration of preset 1. Solid black lines shows video ties and red lines show
the audio ties.

Figure 59. Worksheet example 2: Daily Configuration

In this example:

• The image of the presenter, from the main podium camera (input 1), is:

• Displayed in the main hall (output 1)

• Displayed in the conference room (output 4) to the overflow crowd

• Displayed in the lobby (output 8)

• Tied to the VCR (output 6)

• The presenter has a presentation on her laptop computer (input 4) that is:

• Displayed in the main hall (output 2)

• Displayed locally on the podium (output 3)

• The audio from the microphone of the presenter (input 3) is:

• Played in the hall (output 1)

• Played in the conference room (output 4)

• Sent to the VCR (output 6)

• Classical music from the CD player (input 5) is:

• Played in the background in the main hall on sound system #2 (output 5)

• Played in the lobby (output 8)

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 85

Worksheet Example 3: Test Configuration

Main

Hall

PJ#1

Main

Hall

PJ#2

Podium

monitor

VCR

(USP 405)

Lobby

monitor

Class

room #1

monitor

Class

room #2

monitor

Demo

room

PJ #1

Demo

rack

monitor

Demo

rack

switcher

Conf.
room

Sound

system

#2

Camera

main

podium

Podium

Mic

PC1

RGB 201

Rxi

Classroom

#1 VCR

(DVS 406)

Classroom

#2 VCR

(DVS 406)

Laptop

RGB 201

Rxi

Demo

wallbox

#1

Demo

wallbox

#2

Demo

wallbox

#3

Demo

wallbox

#4

Demo

wallbox

#5

Demo

wallbox

#6

Demo

wallbox

#7

Demo

wallbox

#8

Demo

rack #1

USP 405

Demo
rack #2
USP 405

Demo

rack #3

USP 405

Demo

rack #4

USP 405

Rack DVD

(DVS)

Floorbox

#1

Floorbox

#2

Floorbox

#3

Floorbox

#4

Audio

CD

VTG

400

Camera

#2

32

Worksheet Example

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26 27 28 29 30 31 32

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25

25

The A/V system in our fictional organization needs to be fine tuned on a regular basis.
Figure 60 shows a typical test configuration, with an Extron video test generator (input 12)
generating a test pattern to all monitors (outputs 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8, 9, 10, and 12). Sound
checks are run from the CD player (input 5) to all audio systems (outputs 1, 2, 4, 5, and 8).

Figure 60. Worksheet Example 3: Test Configuration

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 86

1 2 345678 910111213141516

26 27 28 29 30 31 32

Input sources

Output destinations

Preset # Title: Video: Audio:

Fill in the preset number and use colors, or dashes, etc. to mak e connecting lines .
Indicate if the configuration is for Video, Audio, or both.

1 2 345678 910111213141516

26 27 28 29 30 31 32

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 87

32-button switchers configuration worksheet

Input sources

Indicate if the configuration is for video , audio , or both.

1 2345678

12345678

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Operation 88

Preset # Title: Video: Audio:

Fill in the preset number and use colors, or dashes, etc. to mak e connecting lines .

16-button switchers configuration worksheet

91011

9

Output destinations

12 13 14 15 16

10 12 13 14 15 16

11

Programming Guide

The CrossPoint and MAV Plus matrix switchers can be remotely controlled via:

• The Matrix Switchers Control Program (see the Matrix Software, beginning on

page 110)

• Built-in HMTL pages (see HTML Operation, beginning on page 131)

• SIS commands (see below)

This section describes the operation of the CrossPoint and MAV Plus matrix switchers via
SIS commands, including:

• Serial Ports

• Ethernet (LAN) Port

• Host-to-Switcher Instructions

• Switcher-Initiated Messages

• Switcher Error Responses

• Using the Command and Response Tables

• Command and Response Table for SIS Commands

• SIS Command and Response Table for IP- and Remote Port-Specific

Commands

• Special Characters

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Programming Guide 89

Serial Ports

Rear Panel RS-232/RS-422 Port

The switchers have two serial ports that can be connected to a host device such as a
computer running the HyperTerminal utility, an RS-232 capable PDA, or a control system.
These ports make serial control of the switcher possible. The serial ports are:

• The rear panel Remote (RS-232 or RS-422) port, a 9-pin D female connector

• The front panel Configuration (RS-232) port, a 2.5 mm mini stereo jack

The default protocol for both ports is as follows:

• 9600 baud • no parity • 8-bit

• 1 stop bit • no flow control

The ports can be configured to operate at the 9600, 19200, 38400, or 115200 baud rate.

NOTES:

• These ports are independent of one another. A front panel Configuration port

connection and a rear panel Remote RS-232/RS-422 port connection can be
active at the same time.

• Extron recommends leaving both ports at 9600 baud only.

The rear panel RS-232/RS-422 port can support either RS-232 or RS-422 serial
communication protocol. See Selecting the Rear Panel Remote Port Protocol and

Baud Rate on page 77 to configure the rear panel Remote port baud rate and protocol

from the front panel.

Front Panel Configuration Port

Ethernet (LAN) Port

This port is hardwired for RS-232 only.

The optional 9-pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable can be used for connection to
the Configuration port.

NOTE: This port is independent of the rear panel Remote RS-232/RS-422 port and is

not affected by changes to the protocol of the rear panel port. The protocol of this front
panel port can be changed via SIS command control only. See the Set serial ports

parameters command on page 109, to configure either port under SIS control.

The rear panel Ethernet connector on the switcher can be connected to an Ethernet LAN
or WAN. Communication between the switcher and the controlling device is via Telnet (a
TCP socket using port 23). The Telnet port can be changed, if necessary, via SIS. This
connection makes SIS control of the switcher possible using a computer connected to the
same LAN or WAN. The SIS commands and behavior of the product are identical to the
commands and behavior the product exhibits when you are communicating with it via a
serial port.

The Ethernet cable can be terminated as a straight-through cable or a crossover cable and
must be properly terminated for your application (see item i on page 27).

• Crossover cable — Direct connection between the computer and the CrossPoint or

MAV Plus switcher.

• Patch (straight-through) cable — Connection of the CrossPoint or MAV Plus

switcher to an Ethernet LAN.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Programming Guide 90

Default IP addresses

To access the CrossPoint or MAV Plus switcher via the LAN port, you need the IP address
for the unit, and may need the subnet mask and the gateway address. If the IP address has
been changed to an address comprised of words and characters, you can determine the
actual numeric IP address using the ping (ICMP) utility (see Ethernet Link on page 149 for
more details). If the addresses have not been changed, the factory-specified defaults are:

• IP address 192.168.254.254 • Subnet mask 255.255.0.0

• Gateway address 0.0.0.0

Establishing a Connection

Establish a network connection to CrossPoint or MAV Plus switcher as follows:

1. Open a TCP socket to port 23 using the IP address of the switcher.

NOTE: If the local system administrators have not changed the value, the factory-

specified default, 192.168.254.254, is the correct value for this field.

The switcher responds with a copyright message including the date, the name of the
product, firmware version, part number, and the current date/time.

NOTES:

• If the switcher is not password-protected, the device is ready to accept SIS

commands immediately after it sends the copyright message.

• If the switcher is password-protected, a password prompt appears below the

copyright message.

2. If the switcher is password protected, enter the appropriate administrator or user

password.

If the password is accepted, the switcher responds with Login User or Login

Administrator

If the password is not accepted, the Password prompt reappears.

.

Connection Timeouts

The Ethernet link times out after a designated period of time of no communications. By
default, this timeout value is set to five minutes but the value can be changed. See the

Configure port timeout SIS commands on page 109.

NOTE: Extron recommends leaving the default timeout at 5 minutes and periodically

issuing the Query (Q) command to keep the connection active. If there are long idle
periods, Extron recommends disconnecting the socket and reopening the connection
when another command must be sent.

Number of Connections

A CrossPoint or MAV Plus switcher can have up to 200 simultaneous TCP connections,
including all http sockets and telnet connections. When the connection limit is reached, the
switcher accepts no new connections until some have been closed. No error message or
indication is given that the connection limit has been reached. To maximize performance
of an IP Link device, the number of connections should stay low and unnecessary open
sockets should be closed.

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Programming Guide 91

Using Verbose Mode

Telnet connections to an CrossPoint or MAV Plus switcher can be used to monitor for
changes that occur on the switcher, such as front panel operations and SIS commands
from other telnet sockets or a serial port. For a telnet session to receive change notices
from the switcher, the telnet session must be in verbose mode 1 or 3. See the Verbose

Mode SIS command on page 109. In verbose mode 3, the telnet socket reports changes in

messages that resemble SIS command responses.

Host-to-Switcher Instructions

The switcher accepts SIS (Simple Instruction Set) commands through the rear panel
Remote RS-232 / RS-422 port, the front panel Configuration port, and the rear panel
Ethernet (LAN) Port. SIS commands consist of one or more characters per command
field. They do not require any special characters to begin or end the command character
sequence. Each switcher response to an SIS command ends with a carriage return and a
line feed (CR/LF = ]), which signals the end of the response character string. A string is
one or more characters.

Switcher-initiated Messages

When a local event such as a front panel operation occurs, the switcher responds
by sending a message to the host. The switcher-initiated messages are listed below
(underlined).

The switcher does not expect a response from the host, but, for example, the host program
might request a new status.

(c) Copyright 20yy, Extron Electronics CP 300 450 MAV IP, Vx.xx,
60-nnnn-01

— or —

(c) Copyright 20yy, Extron Electronics CP Ultra IP, Vx.xx,
60-nnnn-01

The switcher initiates the Copyright message when it is first powered on or when a
connection via Internet protocol (IP) is established. Vx.xx is the firmware version number
and 60-nnnn-01 is the switcher part number.

{day,date, time}

{day,date, time}

]

]

NOTE: {day,date, time} are reported only if the connection is via the LAN port.

Password:

The switcher initiates the Password message immediately after the copyright message
when the controlling system is connected using TCP/IP or Telnet and the switcher is
password protected. This message means that the switcher requires an administrator or
user level password before it will perform the commands entered via this link. The switcher
repeats the password message response for every entry other than a valid password until a
valid password is entered.

Login Administrator

]

Login User

]

The switcher initiates the Login message when a correct administrator or user password
has been entered. If the user and administrator passwords are the same, the switcher
defaults to administrator privileges.

Qik

]

The switcher initiates the Qik message when a front panel tie creation has occurred.

]

]

]

CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Programming Guide 92

Sprnn

]

The switcher initiates the Spr message when a memory preset has been saved from the
front panel. “nn” is the preset number.

Rprnn

]

The switcher initiates the Rpr message when a memory preset has been recalled from the
front panel. “nn” is the preset number.

Innn•Audxx

The switcher initiates the Aud message when a front panel input audio level change has
occurred. “n” is the input number and “xx” is the dB level.

Outnn•Volxx

The switcher initiates the Vol message when a front panel output audio volume change has
occurred. nn is the output number and xx is the volume level.

Vmtnn*x

The switcher initiates the Vmt message when an output video mute is toggled on or off from
the front panel. nn is the output number and x is the mute status: 1 = on, 0 = off.

Amtnn*x

The switcher initiates the Amt message when an output audio mute is toggled on or off from
the front panel. nn is the output number and x is the mute status: 1 = on, 0 = off.

Exen

]

The switcher initiates the Exe message when the front panel security lockout (executive
mode) is toggled on or off from the front panel. “n” is the executive mode: 0, 1, or 2.

]

]

]

]

Switcher Error Responses

When the switcher receives an SIS command and determines that it is valid, it performs the
command and sends a response to the host device. If the switcher is unable to perform
the command because the command is invalid or contains invalid parameters, the switcher
returns an error response to the host. The error response codes are:

E01 — Invalid input channel number (out of range)
E10 — Invalid command
E11 — Invalid preset number (out of range)
E12 — Invalid output number (out of range)
E13 — Invalid value (out of range)
E14 — Invalid command for this configuration
E17 — Timeout (caused only by direct write of global presets)
E22 — Busy
E24 — Privileges violation (Users have access to all view and read commands [other than

the administrator password], and can create ties, presets, and audio mutes

E25 — Device not present
E26 — Maximum number of connections exceeded
E27 — Invalid event number
E28 — Bad filename / file not found

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Using the Command and Response Tables

Space

The command and response tables begin on the next page. Command and response
examples are shown throughout the tables. With the exception of the audio input gain
and attenuation commands, the SIS commands are not case sensitive. The ASCII to HEX
conversion table below is for use with the command and response table.

ASCII to Hex Conversion Table

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Command and Response Table for SIS Commands

Symbol Definitions

Symbols, defined below, are used in the tables to represent variables in the command and
response fields.

= Carriage return/line feed

]

= Carriage return (no line feed)

}

| = Pipe (can be used interchangeably with the } character)

• = space
= Escape key

E

W = Can be used interchangeably with the E character

X! = Input number (for tie) 00
X@ = Output number 01 – (maximum number of outputs for your model)

– (maximum number of inputs for your model) (00 = untied)

NOTE: Input and output numbers in commands may be entered as either 1-digit or 2-digit numbers. All input and output numbers are

reported as 2-digit numbers in the response.

X# = Mute, Lock mode, power supply 0 = off/mode 0/not OK

1 = on/mode 1/OK
2 = mode 2

X$ = Input number (for other than ties) 01 – (maximum number of inputs for your model)
X% = Audio gain 0 – 24 (1 dB/step)
X^ = Numeric dB value –18 to +24 (45 steps of gain or attenuation) (default = 0 dB)
X& = Audio attenuation 1 – 18 (1 dB/step)
X* = Volume adjustment range 0 – 64 (1 dB/step except for 0-to-1, which is 22 dB) (default = 64 [0 dB])

(see table 6 on page 97)

X( = Global or room preset # 00 - 32, 10 maximum for a room preset (00 = current configuration for view only)

NOTE: A Room preset is a stored configuration with all of the outputs assigned to a single room. When a room preset is retrieved from

memory, it becomes the current configuration.

X1) = Room # (for room presets) 10 max. (Each can have up to 10 presets (X(s) assigned.)

NOTE: A Room is a subset of operator-selected outputs that relate to each other. The CrossPoint or MAV Plus switchers support up to 10

rooms, each of which can consist of from 1 to 16 outputs.

X1! = Name 12 characters maximum,

Upper- and lower-case alphanumeric characters and _ / and spaces are valid.

NOTE: The following characters are invalid or not recommended in the name: <space> ~ , @ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ ; : | \ and ?.

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